Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Michael David Helms
Nov 4, 2024
BAXTER CHAPEL-Michael "Mike" David Helms, a beloved farmer and dedicated family man, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at his home in Baxter, TN, at the age of 66. Born on December 4, 1957, in Cookeville, TN, Mike lived a life deeply rooted in family and community.
He attended Upperman High School, where he developed a lifelong passion for sports,...
Danny Smith
Nov 4, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Danny Smith, a beloved husband, brother, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee at age 59. He was born on October 24, 1965, in Cookeville, Tennessee, where he spent his formative years and attended Putnam County Schools.
Danny's career was marked by his dedication and hard work as a...
Dan Drab
Nov 3, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - A funeral mass for Mr. Daniel David Drab, age 88 of Cookeville, will be held Monday, November 11, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Visitation will begin Monday at 10:30 a.m. with a Rosary at 11:00 a.m., all at St. Thomas Aquinas.
Private family entombment will be held Tuesday, November 12th at Calvary Cemetery...
Janet Green
Nov 3, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Janet Kay Green, a devoted educator and cherished member of the Cookeville community, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville, Tennessee, on November 3, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on February 11, 1943, in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, Janet dedicated her life to teaching and nurturing the minds of countless students throughout her esteemed...
William Picken
2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - William Forrest Picken, a dedicated lieutenant police officer and entrepreneur, passed away on October 29, 2024, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on August 6, 1950, in Hanover, New Hampshire, Bill led a life characterized by adventurism, kindness and generosity, leaving a lasting impact on everyone he encountered.
Bill proudly served in the United States Air Force...
Mary Qualls
Nov 1, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Mary Poteet Qualls, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of the Algood community, passed away on November 1, 2024, at the NHC of Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on August 8, 1931, in Overton County, Tennessee, she dedicated her life to loving her family and creating a warm home for them.
Mary is remembered for her sweet and kind personality. She was...
Rev. Richard Bond
Oct 30, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Rev. Richard Bond, a beloved minister and cherished member of the community, departed this world on October 30, 2024, at the age 75. Born on September 26, 1949, Richard lived a life that was a testament to faith, service, and love.
Richard's journey in ministry began with a profound desire to serve others and spread the love of God. He...
Cameron Kelly
Oct 29, 2024
DYER CHAPEL – Cameron O’Neal Kelly, an Upperman High School Senior, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 in Cartersville, GA from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Cameron was born on April 27, 2006, in Cookeville, Tennessee to Becky Marlene Kelly and Michael Hardy.
In addition to his parents, Cameron is survived by his grandparents, Susan and Trent Dyer, Wayne Kelly,...
Dannie Roy Harris
Oct 29, 2024
DYER CHAPEL-Dannie Roy Harris passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Born on February 28, 1951, in Cookeville, Tennessee, he lived a life that exemplified creativity, dedication, and a distinctive personal flair.
Dannie was a talented craftsman. With a keen eye for design, he created beautiful art pieces and unique yard ornaments, and he was an avid...
Kathy Boles
2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Katherine (Kathy) Boles passed away at her home in Silver Point, TN, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 after a courageous 27 year battle with cancer. Kathy was born on November 14, 1941 to John and Mildred Kirby in Granville, Tennessee.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Carol Bender; a sister-in-law, Betty Jo Davis, and a...
Mark E Turner
Oct 26, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mark E Turner, age 70, passed away Saturday October 26, 2024 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin to the late Eugene Turner and Kay Turner (Kathrine Zadravetz) on July 15, 1954.
Mark served in the Navy and he worked as a painter in Milwaukee until he retired. He loved visiting the U.P. of...
Brian Maffett
Oct 23, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Brian Dixon Maffett has gone to meet his Savior, Jesus Christ in Heaven, peacefully on October 23,2024, with his wife of 31 years, Jenny, and his daughters, Jess and Eva by his side. Brian has fought a courageous battle against and conquered brain cancer by the grace of God.
The world became a better place on April 12,...
Bud Rich
Oct 22, 2024
WILSON COUNTY,TN-Gaylord A. "Bud" Rich, a beloved missionary and pastor, passed away on October 22, 2024 in Watertown, Tennessee, at the age of 95. Born on January 15, 1929, in Council Bluff, Iowa. Bud led a life rich with faith, family, and service.
Bud dedicated his career to serving communities in Iowa, Michigan (on two occasions), Hawaii, and Guam, as a...
Virginia Lynn
Oct 21, 2024
DYER CHAPEL-Virginia Lynn, a beloved matriarch and cherished community member, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on August 24, 1942, in Cookeville, Virginia's life was rooted in the town she called home.
Virginia was known for her loving and joyful personality. A silly woman who never knew...
Glen Whittaker
Oct 21, 2024
DYER CHAPEL-Glen Whittaker, a devoted family man, master craftsman, and beloved friend to many, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024, surrounded by the family he cherished. Born on May 2, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan, Glen’s journey through life began across the street from the old Tigers Stadium, where his parents, Rev. Carson and Genia Maxwell Whittaker, had moved during...
Marilyn Holland
Oct 21, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Graveside services and interment for Mrs. Marilyn Weidner Holland, age 93 of Cookeville, will be held Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Cookeville City Cemetery. Rev. Bill Stone will officiate and Nurses Honors will be rendered by the Tennessee Nurses Honor Guard.
Her family will receive friends Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Cookeville Chapel...
Leonard Dow Maddux
Oct 18, 2024
DYER CHAPEL-Leonard Dow Maddux, born on May 8, 1925, on a farm in Putnam County, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024, at NHC of Cookeville. He was a beloved member of his community and cherished by all who knew him.
A graduate of Baxter Seminary, Leonard demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his faith and his family. He served...
Richard "Dick" Warren
Oct 17, 2024
DYER CHAPEL-Richard Warren of Cookeville, formerly of Goshen, N.Y. passed away on October 17th, 2024 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN. He was 84.
The son of the late William and Gertrude Gray Warren, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Marie Warren.
He was born on June 20th 1940, one of 18 children, he is survived by brothers Howard...
Mary Matthews
Oct 17, 2024
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mary Matthews of Baxter, TN passed away on October 17, 2024 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born Mary Birrer on October 18, 1943 in Nashville, TN, Mary lived a life marked by hard work and a strong belief in the American Dream. She married her high school sweetheart, John H. Matthews, Jr., on June 23, 1961. Together,...
Leon Phillips
Oct 17, 2024
MONTEREY CHAPEL - Leon Louis Phillips, a beloved resident of Monterey, Tennessee, passed away suddenly at his residence on Thursday October 17, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on July 19, 1952 in Monterey, he made a lasting impact on his family and community throughout his life.
Leon had a fulfilling career, retiring after 35 years at Perdue Farms, where...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
