Obituaries

Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Wilma Ruth Howell

Wilma Ruth Howell

Apr 6, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Wilma Ruth Howell, born on January 9, 1933, in White County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Health Center at Richland in Nashville, Tennessee. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication to education that touched countless lives.

Wilma graduated from Cookeville Central High School in 1952. Wilma's goal was to...

Michael Mullins

Michael Mullins

Apr 6, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Michael Mullins, was born on September 26, 1955, in Algood, Tennessee. He departed this world on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Erlanger Baroness Hospital in Chattanooga, leaving behind a legacy defined by his kindness, humor, and infectious spirit.

Michael dedicated many years of his life to Bradmark Industrial Coatings in Cookeville, where he was known not only for his work...

Robert Wayne Nichols

Robert Wayne Nichols

Apr 6, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL- Robert Wayne Nichols passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Services for Mr. Nichols will be conducted in the chapel of Hooper, Huddleston, Horner Funeral Home in Cookeville on Thursday, April 10 at 12 noon with Reverend Chip Hunter and Reverend Dr. Kevin Conrad officiating. Interment will follow at Crest Lawn...

Dora Marie Carter

Dora Marie Carter

Apr 5, 2025

DYER CHAPEL-Dora Marie Carter, born on May 25, 1932, in Colebrook, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 5, 2025, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was surrounded by the love of her family and left behind a legacy kindness and passion for music.

Marie was a devoted member of Wilhite Baptist Church, where her loving nature and considerate spirit...

Mai Smith

Mai Smith

Apr 5, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mai Billingsley Smith, fondly referred to as "Miss Mai" was known for her nurturing spirit and classy demeanor. She was born on February 10, 1938, in Jackson County, Tennessee and passed away suddenly at her home in Cookeville on Saturday, April 5, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, hospitality, and cherished memories that will endure...

Charlie Brooks

Charlie Brooks

Apr 4, 2025

DYER CHAPEL - Charlie Brooks, aged 78, passed away peacefully at home on April 4th, 2025. He was born on July 24th, 1946 in Nashville, to Charlie Brooks Sr. And Martha Lee Brooks.

He was a proud Nashville native and was a 1964 graduate of Glencliff High School. He married Cheryl Brooks in 2009 and moved to Cookeville, TN. Charlie loved...

Jimmy Crabtree Jr

Jimmy Crabtree Jr

2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-James H. (Jimmy) Crabtree, Jr, age 74, passed away at Cookeville Regional Medical Center on February 22, 2025.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents James H. Crabtree, Sr. and Maureen Braddock Crabtree of Crossville

He is survived by his wife of 43 years Marjorie Kinnard Crabtree of Cookeville, his son Will Crabtree of Johnson City, TN, and his son...

Virgie Alice Dietz

Virgie Alice Dietz

Apr 3, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Virgie Cunningham Dietz, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville on April 3, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on July 24, 1932, in Sparta, Tennessee, she lived a life rich in experiences, dedication, and love.

Virgie was a dedicated worker whose career spanned various roles throughout her lifetime, with...

Alma Kathryn Sandberg

Alma Kathryn Sandberg

Mar 31, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Kathryn Sandberg, age 81, passed on Monday, March 31, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

If you are reading this, then I have left this Earth to go live with my Heavenly Father. Please do not mourn my passing. I have lived a long, blessed life.

I was blessed with my wonderful husband, Murray, and four wonderful children: Cheryl,...

Margie Copeland

Margie Copeland

Mar 29, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Funeral services for Mrs. Margie Alice Smith Copeland, age 84 will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevens Street Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Sand Springs Cemetery. Pastors Scott Parkison and Lee Bailey will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Stevens Street Baptist Church.

Margie passed away peacefully...

Derrick Paul Borchardt II

Derrick Paul Borchardt II

Mar 28, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Derrick Paul Borchardt II, born on January 21, 2003, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, left us too soon on March 28, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 22. A cherished individual, Derrick was known for his warm spirit and zest for life. He will be profoundly missed by...

Phil Philips

Phil Philips

Mar 28, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-A memorial service for Mr. Renardo "Phil" Philips will be held Friday, April 11, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Cookeville Church of Christ (1810 N Dixie Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501). Bro. Don Blackwell will officiate.

His family will receive friends Friday, April 11th from 9:00 a.m. until service time at Cookeville Church of Christ.

Phil passed away peacefully with his wife...

Anna Louise Murphy

Anna Louise Murphy

2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Anna Louise Murphy, born on January 30, 1955, in Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She was a beloved member of the Cookeville and Sparta community and a cornerstone of family life, leaving behind countless cherished memories.

Anna's professional journey began at Russell Stover in Cookeville, where her...

Eulah Dowlene Watts

Eulah Dowlene Watts

Mar 27, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Eulah Dowlene Watts, a beloved resident of the Boma Community, was born on March 12, 1942, in the same cherished community where she would spend her life and career. Dowlene passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at the age of 83, at The Waters in Gainesboro, TN, leaving behind a rich legacy woven into the fabric of her...

Jonathan Edward Craig

Jonathan Edward Craig

2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jonathan Edward Craig, age 32, passed away suddenly Friday, March 21st, 2025. Jonathan, a native of Sparta Tennessee, was born in Memphis, TN on January 6, 1993. His parents relocated to Sparta when Jonathan was 3 years old, and his sister, Lauren, was 3 months old. He attended elementary and middle schools in DeKalb County and White...

Sarah Frances Verble

Sarah Frances Verble

Mar 23, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Sarah Frances Verble, a cherished homemaker and devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully at age 96, Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Signature Health Care of Putnam County. Born on September 10, 1928, in Putnam County, Sarah lived a life dedicated to her family, faith, and personal interests.

A lifelong member of Paran Church, she exemplified unwavering...

Dr. Larry Whiteaker

Dr. Larry Whiteaker

Mar 23, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Dr. Larry H. Whiteaker, retired professor of history at Tennessee Tech, passed away Sunday March 23, 2025 at his home in Cookeville.

Born December 25, 1946 in Putnam County, TN he was the son of the late Herman and Eva Lee Whiteaker.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Louis Whiteaker.

He is survived...

Martha Rebecca Cullens Miller

Martha Rebecca Cullens Miller

Mar 22, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Martha Rebecca Cullens Miller, known by Becky to her friends and family, was devoted to her faith, her family, her friends, and fur babies. She was born in Brownsville, TN on February 21, 1943. She was a surprise blessing to her parents Clarence Cullens and Virginia Story Cullens, who thought a child was not possible. Becky’s time on earth...

Clyde "Goad" Clemons

Clyde "Goad" Clemons

Mar 22, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Clyde “Goad” Clemons passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the age of 95. He was born November 24, 1929 in Silver Point, TN. He was a humble and quiet man whose life was dedicated to caring for others. He leaves behind not only family who loved him dearly, but also many friends.

He graduated from Baxter Seminary and...

Ronald Lee Bates

Ronald Lee Bates

Mar 22, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Ronald Lee Bates, born on January 10, 1944, in Hartley, Kentucky, peacefully passed away on Saturday March 22, 2025, at his residence in Rickman, Tennessee. His legacy is deeply cherished and lovingly remembered by those who knew him.

Ron left Kentucky at an early age and moved to River Rouge, Michigan where his father had found a better...