Obituaries

Algood, Baxter, Cookeville and Monterey, TN Obituaries

Constance "Connie" Rozelle Farris

Constance "Connie" Rozelle Farris

Feb 17, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Constance (“Connie”) Rozelle Farris passed away February 17, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, on what would have been her father’s 103rd birthday.

Connie was born on Father’s Day in Cookeville, Tennessee, on June 17, 1956, to William Clay and Lena Mae Wright Farris, and was raised on their farm in Cookeville. In her youth, she helped...

Jackie Ardelle Jewett

Jackie Ardelle Jewett

Feb 15, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Jackie Ardelle Jewett, age 72, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Signature Healthcare of Putnam County. A devoted wife and mother, Jackie dedicated over 15 years of her life to her career as a waitress at Waffle House, where she was known for her warm smile and exceptional service. Her passion for her work was...

Nell Billingsley Johnson

Nell Billingsley Johnson

Feb 15, 2025

On February 15, 2025, Nell Billingsley Johnson passed away at her home in Clarksville, TN, surrounded by her loving family while under the care of AseraCare Hospice at the age of 88. Nell was known by her family as Nina and loved her role of mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She took pleasure in traveling and spoiling her family.

On September...

Charles Dow Huddleston

Charles Dow Huddleston

Feb 14, 2025



BAXTER CHAPEL-Charles Dow "MOTOE" Huddleston, 83 was born September 30, 1941 in Los Angeles County, California, he died Friday, February 14, 2025 at his home in Buffalo Valley, TN.

He was a 1959 graduate of the last class of Baxter Seminary before becoming Upperman High School.

Dow spent much of his life working as a supervisor in the construction industry throughout Middle...

Jerry V Pistole

Jerry V Pistole

Feb 14, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Jerry Vesper Pistole passed away at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born July 9, 1942, in McMinnville, Tennessee to the late Vesper and Eva Burks Pistole. He graduated from Tennessee Tech University in 1964. A proud veteran, Jerry served his country as a Navy pilot during the...

Donna Sue Robinson

Donna Sue Robinson

Feb 13, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Donna Sue Robinson, a beloved community member and dedicated public servant, passed away peacefully at her home in Silver Point, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was 86. Born on June 9, 1938, in Silver Point, she devoted over 40 years to serving as the Cookeville Senior Citizens Center and later served as Director, where she was known...

Charles Edward Blair

Charles Edward Blair

Feb 13, 2025

DYER CHAPEL-Charles Edward Blair, a beloved member of the Cookeville community and dedicated Housing Specialist for the Elderly at the Upper Cumberland Development District, passed away peacefully at his home in Cookeville, Tennessee, on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born on March 1, 1941, in Jamestown, Tennessee, and enjoyed a full life marked by...

Timmy "Big Tim" Anderson

Timmy "Big Tim" Anderson

Feb 12, 2025

 

BAXTER CHAPEL-Timmy "Big Tim" Lynn Anderson, age 65, a beloved member of the Baxter community, passed away on February 12, 2025, at Highpoint Health-Riverview in Carthage, Tennessee, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 28, 1960, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Timmy dedicated his life to family, faith, and his passion for trucking.

He was a proud 1979 graduate of Upperman High...

Frank McKenney Pointer Sr.

Frank McKenney Pointer Sr.

Feb 11, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Frank McKenney Pointer Sr., a cherished member of the Nashville community, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Born on November 15, 1930, in Algood, Tennessee, Frank lived a life marked by service, dedication, and a lively spirit, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and humor.

An alumnus of the Tennessee Polytechnic Institute, now known...

Charles Walter Jordan

Charles Walter Jordan

Feb 10, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Charles Walter Jordan passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on April 15, 1934, in Cave Creek, TN. Charles lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to his family and career. Charles left home at the age of 12 and went straight to work.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley...

Mike Norman

Mike Norman

Feb 8, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Mike Norman, a beloved figure known for his warmth, humor, and unwavering support, was born on March 28, 1953, in Louisville, Kentucky. He spent the majority of his life sharing his laughter and love across generations, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by his family and friends.

Mike dedicated 36 years of his professional life to KABC...

Mary Ann Medlock

Mary Ann Medlock

Feb 7, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Ann Medlock, age 83, will be held Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 11:00 am in the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. Pastor Nathan Heady and Harold Ralph Maynard will officiate.

Her family will receive friends Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and...

Thomas Harry Perry

Thomas Harry Perry

Feb 4, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Thomas Harry Perry, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on February 4, 2025, at his residence in Cookeville, Tennessee. He was born on May 14, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to James and Clarice Perry, who preceded him in death.

Tom dedicated his professional life to beverage and grocery sales, where he was known...

Sandra Ann Shively

Sandra Ann Shively

Feb 4, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL - Sandra Ann Shively, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday February 4, 2025, at Riverview Hospital in Carthage, TN. Born on November 12, 1943, in St. Louis, MO, Sandra's warm spirit and kind-hearted nature resonated with all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Her family was undoubtedly the center of her life. Sandra is...

Kathy Diane Bale

Kathy Diane Bale

Feb 3, 2025

MONTEREY - Kathy Diane Bale, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2025, at her residence in Monterey, Tennessee. Born on August 2, 1958, Alcoa, Tennessee, Kathy spent life embodying love and generosity. She touched the hearts of many with her caring nature, earning the adoration of all who had the privilege to...

Renee Zunino

Renee Zunino

Feb 3, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Renée Zunino, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 3, 2025. Born on August 2, 1946, in Manhattan, Renée lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, puppies and cards, sharing her journey with family and friends. A quintessential New Yorker, she always told it like is and was the life of the party. 

Renée...

Michael Grider

Michael Grider

Feb 3, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Michael "MIKE" Grider, 51 was born May 10, 1973 in Cookeville and died suddenly February 3, 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center.

He attended Upperman High School in Baxter. He was a carpenter by trade and worked building homes in the Upper Cumberland Area with different companies.

He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Grider, brother-in-law Joe Smith, grandparents:...

Joann Maxwell Brown

Joann Maxwell Brown

Feb 3, 2025

BAXTER CHAPEL-Beverly Joann Brown, cherished matriarch and beloved homemaker, passed away peacefully at her home in Baxter, TN, on February 3, 2025. Born on December 20, 1937, in Cookeville, TN, Beverly lived a life dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community.

Throughout her years, Joann was an integral member of the New Home Baptist Church, where she devoted her...

Mary Kathleen Schmitt

Mary Kathleen Schmitt

Feb 2, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mary Kathleen Schmitt, known fondly as Kathy, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at Signature Health Care of Putnam County in Algood. She was born on March 27, 1930, in Evanston, Illinois, to Jack Guthrie and Marie Wilson Guthrie. Kathy led a life that was both rich in experience and marked by her deep connections with...

John McClennon

John McClennon

Feb 2, 2025

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL-Funeral services for John McClennon, age 61 will be held Friday, February 7, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. in the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Andy Brewster will officiate. Interment will follow in Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery.

His family will receive friends Friday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

John passed away on...