Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Oct 18, 2023

Douglas Lee Rush, Sr., affectionately known as Doug, passed away October 18, 2023, at the age of 64. Born on September 29, 1959, in Baltimore, MD, Doug was a loving father, devoted husband, and cherished friend to many.

Doug is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Mary Anne Draper Rush; his loving daughters,...

Oct 17, 2023

Faith Parman Garner, a spirited and outspoken woman known for her zest for life, passed away on October 17, 2023, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on June 24, 1944, in Nashville, TN, Faith was a beacon of strength, resilience and unwavering faith to all who knew her.

Faith, a proud graduate of Hillsboro...

Oct 17, 2023

Rosina "Rose" Fields, 85 of Cookeville died Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at her home. Her wishes of cremation are being honored. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 11 at 1 PM at First Baptist Church of Cookeville. The family will receive friends from 12 Noon until service at the church.

She was born August 1,...

Oct 13, 2023

Funeral services for Mrs. Freda L. Long will be held Monday, October 16th at 1:00 pm at the Dyer chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Arlington of Tennessee Cemetery. Bro. Gary Farris will officiate.

Her family will received friends Monday from 11am until service time at the funeral home.

Oct 13, 2023

Funeral services for Mrs. Kathy Cantrell, age 68 of Cookeville, will be held Friday October 20th at 11 a.m. in the Cookeville chapel of Hooper-Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Shipley Cemetery. Bro. Kevin Daughrity will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. and again Friday...

Oct 12, 2023

Carl Mervin Hellman, died on October 12, 2023, in Cookeville, TN. Born on December 6, 1937, in Shelton, Washington. Carl was a man of deep faith, a loving family man, and a dedicated professional.

Carl was the son of the late Carl Edward Hellman and Georgia McKay Hellman. He leaves behind his beloved wife of...

Oct 11, 2023

Louise Hawkins Gregory, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence in Cookeville, TN on October 11, 2023. Born on April 4, 1940, in Parsons, TN, to Eugene Hawkins and Eugenia Ivey Hawkins, Louise lived a life characterized by faith, loyalty, and quiet strength.

Louise dedicated her life to...

Oct 10, 2023

JT BURGESS

BAXTER-Funeral services for Jordan Tyler "JT" Burgess, 33 of Baxter, will be Sunday, October 15 at 2 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community of Putnam County. The family will receive friends Saturday from 4 to 8 PM and after...

Oct 10, 2023

AUSTIN, TX-Michael Wayne Vandervort, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, October 18 at 1 p.m. in San Angelo, Texas at the Fairmont Cemetery. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date in Austin.

Mike was born December 8, 1941 in...

Oct 8, 2023

Michael Evans, 61, of Cookeville, TN passed away on October 8th, 2023.

Michael is preceded in death by his father, Harold Evans. He is survived by his mother Peggy Evans, brother Greg Evans (Susan Evans), 3 children, Sarah Cox (James Cox), Aly Mulligan (Colton Mulligan), and Will Evans, granddaughter Maggie Mulligan and grandsons Ean and...

Oct 8, 2023

Deborah (Debbie) Sue Sparks, 48, of Baxter, Tennessee passed away on October 8, 2023 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

Debbie is survived by her brother Paul Sparks, his wife Marsha, and their adult child Izzy; sister Rachel Mayes and her husband Barry, and their adult children Cora and Annabelle; as well as many cousins, aunts...

Oct 7, 2023

Sam Do, age 88, of Cookeville, TN passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, at his daughter’s home in MD where he had lived for the past two years under the care of his daughters.

Sam was born on April 6, 1935, in Quang Tri, Vietnam to parents, Do Thi Nguyen and Giang Do. He served in...

Oct 6, 2023

Emma Sue G Dotson Boyd went to her heavenly home with Jesus on October 6, 2023, at the age of 85. She was surrounded by the loving arms of her family and passed in the comfort of her home in Cookeville.

Sue is survived by her children, James (Jedd) R. Dotson Jr. (Teresa), Karen Dotson-Wheeler...

Oct 5, 2023

Jackie Ray O'Connor, 63 of Baxter, died Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Smith County Rehab in Carthage, TN. His wishes of cremation are being honored and no services are planned

He was born July 23, 1960 in Sparta to the late Jackie Reed and Paulette Davis O'Connor.

He was a roofer....

Oct 5, 2023

Marjorie Bell, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, went home to be with Jesus peacefully at her residence in Cookeville on October 5, 2023. Born on January 30, 1927, in Iola, KS, to Otto and Nellie Miller Krannich, Marge's life was marked by her loving nature, feisty spirit, and unwavering independence.

Marge spent the majority of her...

Oct 5, 2023

Sam A. Qualls, passed peacefully from this life Thursday, October 5th at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born on December 20th, 1932 as the middle child of seven, to Boyd and Bonnie (Benson) Qualls. He was a lifelong resident of Algood, Tennessee.

On May 21st, 1957, Sam married the love of...

Oct 4, 2023

James L. Lacy, 92, of Cookeville, TN died October 4, 2023. He will be fondly remembered as a dedicated public servant, successful businessman, and devoted family man.

He was born on October 14, 1930 in Cookeville to Lee and Nell Lacy. He graduated from Cookeville High School in 1948 and married the love of his life, Claudine...

Oct 4, 2023

FREDIA HERD

BAXTER-Funeral services for Fredia Ann Herd, 84 of Silver Point, will be Sunday, October 8 at 2 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Palmer Cemetery. The family will recieve friends Saturday from 5 to 8 PM and after 11 AM Sunday at the funeral home. Bro....

Oct 4, 2023

Marie Stout Roberson, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2023, at the Life Care Center of Sparta. Born on June 26, 1935, in Putnam County, TN, Marie was a cherished member of her community and a beloved figure in her family.

Marie was the daughter of the late James Arthur Stout and Pietta Worley Stout....

Oct 3, 2023

Waymon Earl Dyer, passed away on October 3, 2023, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on March 17, 1949, in Jackson County, TN, Waymon lived a life characterized by love, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family, work, and faith.

Waymon is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Mildred Ann Bumbalough Dyer, his...