Obituaries
Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries
Debbie Poteet
Mar 3, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Deborah Ann Poteet, age 70 of Nashville and formerly of Cookeville, passed away suddenly on Tuesday March 3, 2026, at her residence.
Debbie was born on March 25, 1955, in Cookeville. After graduating from Putnam County Senior High School in 1973, Debbie worked as a nurse's aid at the local hospital in Cookeville. She later moved to Florida...
Delores Ann Ford
Mar 3, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Delores Ann Ford, age 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born September 8, 1943, in Junction, Illinois, to the late A.J. Harper and Alberta Harper.
Delores was a graduate of Western Kentucky University where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She was also a...
Leo Krajewski
Mar 2, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Leo Krajewski, age 75, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on March 19, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, Leo lived a life marked by dedication and love for his family.
Leo had a fulfilling career as an inspector for Chrysler Corporation in Trenton,...
James Bobby Henley, Sr.
Mar 2, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-James Bobby Henley, Sr., age 73, a beloved figure born on February 20, 1953, in Daytona Beach, Florida, departed this life on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Highpoint Health-Riverview Medical Center in Carthage, Tennessee. He was a dedicated family man, an industrious worker, and an avid outdoorsman whose zest for life resonated with all who knew him.
James, affectionately known...
Steven Eldridge
Mar 2, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Steven Ryan Eldridge, a cherished friend to a great number of people, left this world to be with the Lord on Monday March 2, 2026 following a brave battle with cancer, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on July 29, 1981, in Cookeville, Steven lived life to the fullest, making the most of his time with his...
Mable Carter Maddux
Mar 2, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Mable Carter Maddux, age 102 of Baxter, TN, a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026, in Cookeville, TN. She was born on October 25, 1923, in Granville, TN, and she lived a life dedicated to education, faith, and family.
Mable devoted 31 years to teaching within the Jackson County and Putnam County school...
Ricky Alberson
Mar 1, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - A funeral mass for Mr. Ricky E. Alberson, age 64 of Cookeville, will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment with military honors will follow in Cookeville City Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church.
Ricky Alberson was born on August 11, 1961,...
Michael Andy Pippin
Mar 1, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Michael Andy Pippin, a dedicated truck driver and beloved member of the Cookeville community, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Standing Stone Health & Rehab in Monterey, Tennessee. Born on November 28, 1964, in Cookeville, Michael led a life filled with hard work, family, and joy. He was 61.
His career as a truck driver for C Store...
Bill Combs
Feb 28, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-William (Bill) S. Combs, 74, of Cookeville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at Standing Stone Care & Rehabilitation Center, in Monterey, Tennessee.
Bill was born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Sept. 5, 1951, to June Combs Van Arsdale and Paul Van Arsdale of London, Kentucky.
Bill moved with the Combs family from Michigan to Rogers, Arkansas, where he was adopted and...
Mary Mackey
Feb 27, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mary Eileen Lucy Mackey, born on December 2, 1929, in London, UK, passed away peacefully on Friday February 27, 2026, at the age of 96 in Cookeville, TN.
She was raised in London during World War II and spent several years in northern England as a child evacuee. Upon return, she studied hotel management and then went on...
Kelly Ann Craig
Feb 27, 2026
DYER CHAPEL - Kelly Ann Craig, age 47, passed away Friday February 27, 2026, at Select Medical in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born on January 21, 1979, in Detroit, Michigan, Kelly was a vibrant spirit whose warmth and laughter touched the hearts of many.
Kelly was an associate at Kroger where she enjoyed serving others.
She is survived by her loving father, Harry Craig;...
Darlene Hale
Feb 27, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Betty Darlene Hale, a cherished and devoted caregiver to her family, passed away on Friday February 27, 2026, at her sister's residence in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on May 5, 1952, in Council, Virginia, Darlene was a joyful presence in the lives of many, characterized by her fun, cheerful, and happy-go-lucky personality.
Darlene had a remarkable career as an...
Richard Allen Glass
Feb 27, 2026
DYER CHAPEL-Richard Allen Glass, 72 of Cookeville, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on November 17, 1953, in Glascow, Kentucky, Richard’s life was marked by service to his country, devotion to his family, and a passion for the outdoors.
Richard proudly served as a United States Army Veteran during the...
Francis D'Ambrosio
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - It is with great sadness that the family of Francis “Fran” D’Ambrosio announce her recent passing on Thursday February 26, 2026. After a brief illness, she passed peacefully in the hospital with family by her side.
She was born Francis G. Dailey in Widen, WV on January 27, 1940 and grew up in Fenwick, WV. Francis attended Richwood...
Robert Kirkham
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Captain Robert Lee Kirkham, 89, of Silver Point, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26th, 2026, at his farm. He was the beloved husband of Lillian W Kirkham (Denning). He was born in Hamilton Township, NJ, on September 17, 1936, and was the son of the late Cathrine Kirkham (Lenius) and John Kirkham. He served as an...
Carolyn Leslie
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Carolyn Fields Meyer Leslie departed her earthly home on February 26, 2026, a little less than a month before her 91st birthday. She was born on the farm to John Dow & Annie Kate Jewell Fields at Lynn Point near Bradford, TN on March 22, 1935, where she joined her siblings Harlon Jewell Fields and Martha Kate...
Lucille Bertram-Rains
Feb 26, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mrs. Lucille Bertram-Rains, age 98, passed away on February 26, 2026 at Life Care Center of Sparta, TN.
Lucille was born February 14, 1928 in Wayne County, Kentucky. She was the daughter of the late Hattie Bertram Drisko and stepfather, Harry Drisko.
Lucille was a faithful member of the Calvary Baptist Church of New Castle, Indiana where she enjoyed...
Patricia Rodgers
Feb 26, 2026
DYER CHAPEL - Patricia Mae Rodgers, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday February 26, 2026, at her residence in Cookeville, Tennessee. Born on March 19, 1957, in Overton County, TN, Patricia lived a life full of love, laughter, and commitment to her family and faith.
For 22 years, Patricia dedicated herself to her career at Russell Stovers...
Sebastian Tomas Mateo
Feb 24, 2026
COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Sebastian Mateo passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Funeral services for Sebastian Tomas Mateo, age 36 will be held Saturday March 7, 2026 at 11:00 am in the St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment will follow at a later date in the Guatemala.
The family will receive friends Saturday 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St Thomas Aquinas...
Lloyd Ray Elrod
Feb 24, 2026
BAXTER CHAPEL-Lloyd Ray Elrod, born on December 2, 1967, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Tristar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 58. He was a valued member of the community and leaves behind a rich legacy through his work and family.
Lloyd dedicated his career to being a Heavy Equipment Operator...
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