Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Jack Sallee

Aug 23, 2024

COOKEVILLE, TN/JACKSON HOLE, WY- Clarence Dewitt “Jack” Sallee died of complications from metastatic cancer on August 23, 2024, at the age of 82 in his beloved home in the woods in Cookeville. Born October 26, 1941, to Aubyn Hazel Kennedy and Clarence Dewitt Sallee in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Jack was a Cookeville High School teacher and locally recognized musician in Putnam...

Steven Roy Sigman

Aug 22, 2024

Steven Roy Sigman, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away August 22, 2024.

The son of Edwin Sigman and Ann Sosebee Bartlett, Steven grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born May 10, 1958, and attended Frayser High School.

At the age of 17, Steve enlisted in...

Merry Ruth Johnson

Aug 22, 2024

Merry Ruth Johnson, a beacon of warmth and joy, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the age of 61 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on July 9, 1963, in Newark, Ohio, Merry lived a life full of love, family, and a passion for the simple pleasures that make life beautiful.

Merry's journey began as...

Tim Goryl

Aug 21, 2024

Timothy Patrick Goryl, beloved son of Dr. Stephen and Jeanette Goryl died at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee on Wednesday, August 21, 2024.

Tim was born January 18, 1971 in Bossier City, Louisiana where his father was stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base. The family then transferred to Keesler AFB at Biloxi, Mississippi. The next...

Bettie Maxwell Deluca

Aug 21, 2024

BAXTER CHAPEL-Bettie Maxwell DeLuca, a cherished wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, at the age of 86 in Cookeville, TN. Born on July 18, 1938, in Baxter, TN, Bettie lived a life marked by dedication to her family, a passion for her work, and a love for the simple joys in life.

Bettie was...

Guadalupe Francisco Martin

Aug 20, 2024

Guadalupe Francisco Martin, a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, died on August 20, 2024, in Cookeville, TN, at the age of 47. Born on February 11, 1977, in the vibrant heart of Guatemala, Guadalupe brought warmth and joy to all who knew her.

Guadalupe's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and the...

Racheal Nicole Priest

Aug 20, 2024

Racheal Nicole Priest, known affectionately as Racheal to her friends and family, passed away on August 20, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 14, 1988, in Mobile, Alabama, Racheal's vibrant spirit and loving nature left an indelible mark on all who knew her. She departed this life at her residence in Gainesboro, Tennessee, surrounded by...

Geraldine Wilmoth Lee

Aug 20, 2024

Geraldine Wilmoth Lee, a lady of faith and love, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, at the age of 96 in Cookeville, TN. Born on August 30, 1927, in Putnam Co, TN, Geraldine was a woman whose life was a testament to her loving nature and unwavering faith.

Geraldine was a cherished member of...

Carolyn Cobble

Aug 19, 2024

Carolyn Grimes Cobble, born September 16,1941 in Cookeville,TN, passed away Monday August 19th, 2024. Private services will be held Friday August 23rd. Interment will be beside the Choate Cemetery on private property.

Memorial contributions are suggested to be made to Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter, 2650 Gainesboro Grade, Cookeville, TN 38501

Hooper...

Christina "Kris" Fuller

Aug 18, 2024

DYER CHAPELChristina “Kris” Adele Fuller, affectionately known as Kris to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2024, in Cookeville, TN, at the age of 80. Born on March 30, 1944, in Indianapolis, IN, Christina's life was marked by her unwavering kindness, her dedication to her loved ones, and her service to the community.

Christina was a beacon...

Brent Arnett

Aug 18, 2024

Brent Alan Arnett, age 53 of Smithville, TN, passed away peacefully at Cookeville Regional Medical Center on Sunday August 18, 2024 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Lima, OH in June 22, 1971 to Jack D. and Diana L. Arnett of Cookeville. He was a 1990 graduate of Elida High School and enjoyed the outdoors, NASCAR and...

Beth Rose

Aug 17, 2024

Naomi Elizabeth Rose, affectionately known as Beth to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN. Born on March 26, 1944, in Boise, ID, Beth's journey through life was marked by her compassion, intelligence, and the love she shared with those around her.

Beth was a...

Joni Johnson

Aug 17, 2024

Mrs. Joni Eileen Teague Johnson, passed away at the age of 72 on August 17, 2024. She was born March 11, 1952, in Sweetwater, TN.

Joni was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Edna "Blanche" Morris Teague. She was preceded in death by her husband, AJ Johnson, her brother, Lonnie Teague, and her dear...

Robert Lobato, Jr.

Aug 16, 2024

Robert "Butch" Lewis Lobato, Jr. passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, in Cookeville, Tennessee, at the age of 75. Born on January 13, 1949, in Denver, Colorado.

Butch was preceded in death by his loving parents, Robert Lewis Lobato, Sr. and Dolores Mae Garcia Lobato, his sister, Josephine Hale, and his brother, Lovelle Brewer,...

Debbie Goolsby

Aug 15, 2024

Debra K. "Debbie" Goolsby, a beacon of joy and beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born on May 30, 1961, in Indianapolis, IN, Debbie's warmth and laughter filled the lives of all who knew her.

She is cherished in memory by her adoring mother, Cricket Pennington;...

Mary Jo Denton

Aug 15, 2024

Mary Jo Denton, age 80 of Cookeville, passed away Thursday morning August 15 at her home. Born February 24, 1944 in Livingston, TN, Mary Jo was the long time crime reporter for the Herald-Citizen newspaper. No services are planned. Two articles about Mary Jo have been published by the Herald Citizen.

https://www.herald-citizen.com/news/local/herald-citizen-remembers-the-life-of-longtime-crime-reporter/article_0ce16f46-314b-5186-8d90-520bd893009a.html

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Betty Medley

Aug 14, 2024

BAXTER CHAPEL-Betty Maddux Jared Medley, affectionately known as Betty to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on July 5, 1934, in Baxter, Tennessee, Betty was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. Her final days were spent surrounded by the love of her family...

Marjorie Meadows Sumner

Aug 13, 2024

Marjorie Meadows Sumner passed away in Newnan, Georgia on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Marjorie is predeceased by her husband, Ernest L. Sumner; her parents, Dr. John Laton and Marjorie Johnson Meadows; and her three siblings, John L. Meadows, Jr., Robert J. Meadows and Rosemary Meadows Harris. Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Melinda Barger (Scot), of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and...

Mary R. Graves

Aug 12, 2024

ALGOOD, TN - Mary R. Graves, a cherished soul, known for her warm smile and positive nature, passed away on August 12, 2024, in Cookeville, TN. Born on January 17, 1940, in Medon, TN, Mary lived a life that reflected her love for Jesus Christ, her family and friends, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy and kindness.

Preceded in death...

Wayne Hargis

Aug 11, 2024

Wayne Hargis, age 73, of Cookeville, TN, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2024, at Standing Stone Healthcare and Rehab in Monterey. Born on August 5, 1951 in Putnam County. Wayne was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, and adored grandfather whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew him.

He is survived by...