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Marilyn Maxine Baker - November 15, 1952 - April 30, 2024

Departed: 04/30/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Maxine Baker, aged 71 years, of Shelbyville TN, passed from this life on April 30, 2024, at Vanderbilt-Bedford Hospital.A native of Bedford County, Marilyn was born on November 15, 1952 to the late Max and Mary Elizabeth Adcock Cunningham. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary “Lindy” Melinda Farrar; and sister, Linda Huffaker.She is survived by her son, David Lee Baker, Jr of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Eldie Lee Farrar, Jr., and Jenna Lynn Farrar; 3 great grandchildren; and sisters, Donna Edens, and Shirley Carroll both of FL.The family chose cremation and no public services will be held.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Marilyn Maxine Baker, aged 71 years, of Shelbyville TN, passed from this life on April 30, 2024, at Vanderbilt-Bedford Hospital.

A native of Bedford County, Marilyn was born on November 15, 1952 to the late Max and Mary Elizabeth Adcock Cunningham. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary “Lindy” Melinda Farrar; and sister, Linda Huffaker.

She is survived by her son, David Lee Baker, Jr of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Eldie Lee Farrar, Jr., and Jenna Lynn Farrar; 3 great grandchildren; and sisters, Donna Edens, and Shirley Carroll both of FL.

The family chose cremation and no public services will be held.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Briana Shea Paige Robb - July 26, 1992 - April 29, 2024

Departed: 04/29/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: A Celebration of Life Service for Briana Shea Paige Robb, age 31, of Bell Buckle, TN will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.Visitation will be held prior to service time beginning at 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.Born July 26, 1992, in Bristol, TN, Briana was the daughter of Kevin & Luawana Epperson Robb. She was a graduate of SCHS class of 2010 and worked with her family for 8 years at Southern Glow. She was described by her family as a Free Spirt and a very artistic individual. She loved to express herself through drawing, painting, and crafts. She enjoyed the outdoors and UT Vols. In her younger years she enjoyed playing softball and participating in beauty pageants. Including her parents Briana is survived by: children, Ayden Robb, Ambrielle Robb and Eli Yates; fiancé, Jonathon Yates of Bell Buckle; sisters, Latasha Robb of Shelbyville, and Erika Robb and fiancé Simon Clarke of Nashville; grandparents, Linda Stroud of Springhill, and Ronald Robb and wife Leigh of SC; step-grandmother, Peggy Epperson of Bristol; nephew, Brock Robb; niece, Alissa Robb; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was preceded in death by: grandparents, Ralph Stoud, Jimmy Epperson, and Marie Hamilton Epperson; and uncles, David Eric Robb and Jimmy Epperson, Jr.Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice in Briana’s name.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

A Celebration of Life Service for Briana Shea Paige Robb, age 31, of Bell Buckle, TN will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.

Visitation will be held prior to service time beginning at 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Born July 26, 1992, in Bristol, TN, Briana was the daughter of Kevin & Luawana Epperson Robb. She was a graduate of SCHS class of 2010 and worked with her family for 8 years at Southern Glow. She was described by her family as a Free Spirt and a very artistic individual. She loved to express herself through drawing, painting, and crafts. She enjoyed the outdoors and UT Vols. In her younger years she enjoyed playing softball and participating in beauty pageants.

Including her parents Briana is survived by: children, Ayden Robb, Ambrielle Robb and Eli Yates; fiancé, Jonathon Yates of Bell Buckle; sisters, Latasha Robb of Shelbyville, and Erika Robb and fiancé Simon Clarke of Nashville; grandparents, Linda Stroud of Springhill, and Ronald Robb and wife Leigh of SC; step-grandmother, Peggy Epperson of Bristol; nephew, Brock Robb; niece, Alissa Robb; along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by: grandparents, Ralph Stoud, Jimmy Epperson, and Marie Hamilton Epperson; and uncles, David Eric Robb and Jimmy Epperson, Jr.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice in Briana’s name.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Richard Paul Henderson - April 26, 1954 - April 23, 2024

Departed: 04/23/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Richard Paul Henderson, age 69 of Unionville, will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Susan Springer officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Mr. Henderson passed from this life Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville.Visitation will be held 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the funeral home.Richard Paul Henderson was born April 26, 1954, in Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone to the late Richard and Carol Henderson.Mr. Henderson was a member of the Crowell’s Chapel Lutheran Church. He served his country in the United States Air Force for 11 years at the rank of Captain. He worked at ITT Industries for 20 years in research and development building missiles.. Richard liked to read, enjoyed learning new things, building projects, and working with his hands. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife.Survivors include his loving wife Jennifer Crowell Henderson of 35 years; brother, John Henderson; brother-in-law, David Crowell; nieces, Rachel Crowell, Pamela Donalson and Sheila Henderson.Doak Howell Funeral Home will be serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Richard Paul Henderson, age 69 of Unionville, will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Susan Springer officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Mr. Henderson passed from this life Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

Visitation will be held 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, at the funeral home.

Richard Paul Henderson was born April 26, 1954, in Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone to the late Richard and Carol Henderson.

Mr. Henderson was a member of the Crowell’s Chapel Lutheran Church. He served his country in the United States Air Force for 11 years at the rank of Captain. He worked at ITT Industries for 20 years in research and development building missiles.. Richard liked to read, enjoyed learning new things, building projects, and working with his hands. He also enjoyed traveling with his wife.

Survivors include his loving wife Jennifer Crowell Henderson of 35 years; brother, John Henderson; brother-in-law, David Crowell; nieces, Rachel Crowell, Pamela Donalson and Sheila Henderson.

Doak Howell Funeral Home will be serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Penny Ann Moulder - March 28, 1966 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Penny Ann Moulder, age 58 of Parsons, TN, will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Brother Carrol Crosslin officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Penny passed from this life Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Tristar Centennial Medical Center after an extended illness.Visitation will be held Friday, April 19th from 5-8p.m. at the funeral home.Born March 28, 1966, in Shelbyville, TN Penny was the daughter of Linda Crosslin Bumgardner and the late Jimmy Lee Moulder. Along with her father she was preceded in death by grandparents, Raymond & Ruth Moulder, and Luke & Mattie Pearl Crosslin; and step-father, Stanley Bumgardner.Including her mother, Penny is survived by children, Dwayne Fuller, Jonathan Smith both of Shelbyville, Cody Harris, and Sammy Harris both of Manchester; and sister, Cindy Smith of Shelbyville.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowelllfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Penny Ann Moulder, age 58 of Parsons, TN, will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Brother Carrol Crosslin officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Penny passed from this life Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Tristar Centennial Medical Center after an extended illness.

Visitation will be held Friday, April 19th from 5-8p.m. at the funeral home.

Born March 28, 1966, in Shelbyville, TN Penny was the daughter of Linda Crosslin Bumgardner and the late Jimmy Lee Moulder. Along with her father she was preceded in death by grandparents, Raymond & Ruth Moulder, and Luke & Mattie Pearl Crosslin; and step-father, Stanley Bumgardner.

Including her mother, Penny is survived by children, Dwayne Fuller, Jonathan Smith both of Shelbyville, Cody Harris, and Sammy Harris both of Manchester; and sister, Cindy Smith of Shelbyville.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowelllfuneralhome.com

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David Eric Thomas - March 25, 1974 - April 11, 2024

Departed: 04/11/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: David Eric Thomas aged 50 years, of Shelbyville Tennessee, passed from this life on April 11, 2024.A native of Cooperstown, New York, David was born on March 25, 1974, to the late Harold Gill and Ruth Gage Thomas.David graduated from Nantucket high school, Nantucket, Massachusetts with the class of 1993.He is survived by his children, Kaiya Gabrielle Thomas, and Garion Elijah Thomas, both of Shelbyville, Tennessee; step-son, Salem Dakota Haynes of North Carolina; and the mother of his children, Michelle Courtney Thomas. Also by his sister, Suzanne Wheeler of Massachusetts; and brothers, Michael Thomas of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Bradley Thomas Munich, Germany.David was a beautiful sensitive soul, generous and loyal to his friends and family. A lover of nature, photography, and writing poetry as well as many other interests. His two favorite things were his children, Kaiya and Garion.Please join us for celebrating his life on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at Doak-Howell Funeral Home in Shelbyville, Tennessee from 1p.m. to 3p.m.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

David Eric Thomas aged 50 years, of Shelbyville Tennessee, passed from this life on April 11, 2024.

A native of Cooperstown, New York, David was born on March 25, 1974, to the late Harold Gill and Ruth Gage Thomas.

David graduated from Nantucket high school, Nantucket, Massachusetts with the class of 1993.

He is survived by his children, Kaiya Gabrielle Thomas, and Garion Elijah Thomas, both of Shelbyville, Tennessee; step-son, Salem Dakota Haynes of North Carolina; and the mother of his children, Michelle Courtney Thomas. Also by his sister, Suzanne Wheeler of Massachusetts; and brothers, Michael Thomas of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Bradley Thomas Munich, Germany.

David was a beautiful sensitive soul, generous and loyal to his friends and family. A lover of nature, photography, and writing poetry as well as many other interests. His two favorite things were his children, Kaiya and Garion.

Please join us for celebrating his life on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, at Doak-Howell Funeral Home in Shelbyville, Tennessee from 1p.m. to 3p.m.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Jason G. Atkins - May 31, 1971 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Jason Gentry Atkins, age 52 of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life suddenly Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held 1-4p.m. Sunday, April 14,2024, at H.V. Griffin Park under the Lewis pavilion.Jason was born on May 31, 1971, in Columbus, Mississippi to the late Carl B. Atkins and Patricia Bennett Atkins. He was an avid outdoorsman especially if it involved water, he enjoyed anything from fishing to arrowhead hunting, TikTok, and Nascar. Jason worked in construction for most of his adult life most recently with Black Diamond Construction as a superintendent. He attended Gateway Church.Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Kellye Atkins; children, Jennah Atkins, Tate (Kelsey) Atkins both of Shelbyville, TN, Aaron (Sarah) Atkins of Arlington, IN; grandchildren, Shay, Hadlee, Clark, and Ace; sisters, Coby (Chris) Carson of Shelbyville, TN, and Patti (Danny) Holt of Fayetteville, TN; mother in-law, Ruth “Memaw” Clark of Shelbyville, TN. Jason is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother; Chris Atkins and father in-law; Olan Clark. He was a big teddy bear that loved his family, he will be greatly missed.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Jason Gentry Atkins, age 52 of Shelbyville, TN, passed from this life suddenly Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.

A Gathering of Family & Friends will be held 1-4p.m. Sunday, April 14,2024, at H.V. Griffin Park under the Lewis pavilion.

Jason was born on May 31, 1971, in Columbus, Mississippi to the late Carl B. Atkins and Patricia Bennett Atkins. He was an avid outdoorsman especially if it involved water, he enjoyed anything from fishing to arrowhead hunting, TikTok, and Nascar. Jason worked in construction for most of his adult life most recently with Black Diamond Construction as a superintendent. He attended Gateway Church.

Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Kellye Atkins; children, Jennah Atkins, Tate (Kelsey) Atkins both of Shelbyville, TN, Aaron (Sarah) Atkins of Arlington, IN; grandchildren, Shay, Hadlee, Clark, and Ace; sisters, Coby (Chris) Carson of Shelbyville, TN, and Patti (Danny) Holt of Fayetteville, TN; mother in-law, Ruth “Memaw” Clark of Shelbyville, TN. Jason is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brother; Chris Atkins and father in-law; Olan Clark. He was a big teddy bear that loved his family, he will be greatly missed.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Richard R. "Rick" Deussen - December 10, 1956 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Richard Raymond “Rick” Deussen, Jr. age 67, of Shelbyville, passed from this life early Saturday morning, April 6, 2024, at home surrounded by his loved ones and under the care of Alive Hospice. A California native Rick was born December 10, 1956, in San Diago; he was the son of Dick Deussen and Shirley Ramey Deussen. He was a graduate of Taipei American High School class of 1974 and would earn a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from University of Redlands. He is survived by loving wife of 37 years, Joy Livingston Deussen of Shelbyville; children, Richard Deussen and wife Andrea of CA, Dan Deussen of Nashville, Henry Deussen of Nashville and Isabelle Deussen of Shelbyville; brothers, Mike Deussen and wife Kathy of CA, Phil Deussen and wife Melissa of CO, and Ed Deussen and wife Joan of AZ; along with several nieces and nephews.A Celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2024, First Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.Visitation with the family will be held prior to services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the church.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Richard Raymond “Rick” Deussen, Jr. age 67, of Shelbyville, passed from this life early Saturday morning, April 6, 2024, at home surrounded by his loved ones and under the care of Alive Hospice.

A California native Rick was born December 10, 1956, in San Diago; he was the son of Dick Deussen and Shirley Ramey Deussen. He was a graduate of Taipei American High School class of 1974 and would earn a bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts from University of Redlands.

He is survived by loving wife of 37 years, Joy Livingston Deussen of Shelbyville; children, Richard Deussen and wife Andrea of CA, Dan Deussen of Nashville, Henry Deussen of Nashville and Isabelle Deussen of Shelbyville; brothers, Mike Deussen and wife Kathy of CA, Phil Deussen and wife Melissa of CO, and Ed Deussen and wife Joan of AZ; along with several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 14, 2024, First Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Rasnick officiating.

Visitation with the family will be held prior to services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the church.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Donnie Ray Moore - July 27, 1964 - April 06, 2024

Departed: 04/06/2024 (Shelbyville)

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Harold McGee - June 08, 1941 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Harold McGee, age 82 of the Flat Creek Community, will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with John Houston and Mark Pierce officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Mr. McGee passed from this life Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital.Visitation will be held Friday, April 5th from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.A native of Moore County, TN, Harold was born on June 8, 1941, to the late Laddie Ross McGee and Jessie Viola Brown McGee. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Luke.Harold attended Moore County High School. He grew up farming; having raised tobacco, beef cattle and cut hay. He operated several service stations in Bedford County for many years; they included, Gulf, Chevron, and Phillips 66. He continued farming throughout his life, even until his final days he was always asking if his cows were okay. He was a member of New Herman Church of Christ and loved watching basketball, especially the Shelbyville Golden Eaglettes, he and his wife attended games for over 30 years.Harold is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Frances Mullins McGee, children: Ricky H. McGee of Mt. Juliet, and Janet L. Morelock and husband Terry, grandchildren: Sarah Presley and husband Travis, Austin R. Morelock and wife Erica, Audrey L Morelock, and Alaina M. Morelock; great grandchildren, Lincoln Morelock and Laila Morelock, and sister: Frances Marie Frizzell of Shelbyville; and loving dog, Susie.Memorial donations may be made to New Herman Church of Christ by mail: C/o 745 Possum Trott Rd. Shelbyville, TN 37160.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowelllfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Harold McGee, age 82 of the Flat Creek Community, will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with John Houston and Mark Pierce officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. Mr. McGee passed from this life Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital.

Visitation will be held Friday, April 5th from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

A native of Moore County, TN, Harold was born on June 8, 1941, to the late Laddie Ross McGee and Jessie Viola Brown McGee. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Luke.

Harold attended Moore County High School. He grew up farming; having raised tobacco, beef cattle and cut hay. He operated several service stations in Bedford County for many years; they included, Gulf, Chevron, and Phillips 66. He continued farming throughout his life, even until his final days he was always asking if his cows were okay. He was a member of New Herman Church of Christ and loved watching basketball, especially the Shelbyville Golden Eaglettes, he and his wife attended games for over 30 years.

Harold is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Mary Frances Mullins McGee, children: Ricky H. McGee of Mt. Juliet, and Janet L. Morelock and husband Terry, grandchildren: Sarah Presley and husband Travis, Austin R. Morelock and wife Erica, Audrey L Morelock, and Alaina M. Morelock; great grandchildren, Lincoln Morelock and Laila Morelock, and sister: Frances Marie Frizzell of Shelbyville; and loving dog, Susie.

Memorial donations may be made to New Herman Church of Christ by mail: C/o 745 Possum Trott Rd. Shelbyville, TN 37160.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowelllfuneralhome.com

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Patsy Derting Allen - March 13, 1942 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Shelbyville)

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David Phillip Williams - September 01, 1952 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for David Phillip Williams, age 71, of Shelbyville, will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Sally Russell officiating. Burial will follow at Richmond Cemetery. Mr. Williams passed from this life March 21, 2024, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro with loved ones by his side.Visitation with the family will be held Sunday, prior to funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.A native of Bedford County David was born on September 1, 1952, to the late John Edward Williams and Helen Adcox Williams. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ava Jan Adcock Williams; sisters, Diane Cline, and Betty Bomar; and brothers, Terry, Buck, and Mike Williams.David worked with Calsonic for 30+ years before retiring in 2018. In his retirement, he enjoyed farming beef cattle and staying busy.He is survived by; sons, Eric Williams and Adam Williams all Shelbyville; and grandson, Tucker Williams; also, several nieces and nephews.Memorial donations may be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue @ www.newdestinydogrescue.org.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for David Phillip Williams, age 71, of Shelbyville, will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Sally Russell officiating. Burial will follow at Richmond Cemetery. Mr. Williams passed from this life March 21, 2024, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro with loved ones by his side.

Visitation with the family will be held Sunday, prior to funeral service beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

A native of Bedford County David was born on September 1, 1952, to the late John Edward Williams and Helen Adcox Williams. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ava Jan Adcock Williams; sisters, Diane Cline, and Betty Bomar; and brothers, Terry, Buck, and Mike Williams.

David worked with Calsonic for 30+ years before retiring in 2018. In his retirement, he enjoyed farming beef cattle and staying busy.

He is survived by; sons, Eric Williams and Adam Williams all Shelbyville; and grandson, Tucker Williams; also, several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to New Destiny Dog Rescue @ www.newdestinydogrescue.org.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Rita Jeanette Brown - August 17, 1941 - March 19, 2024

Departed: 03/19/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Rita Jeanette Brown, passed from this life Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.A native of Bedford County, TN, Rita was born August 17, 1941, to the late Jessie Bill Conder and Mary Elizabeth Woosley Conder. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by; beloved husband of 55 years, Thomas Eugene Brown, Sr.; and infant brother, Billy Gary Conder.Rita enjoyed all the fun times in life. She often enjoyed going out for live music and dancing, visiting casinos, and watching her kids and grandkids play sports. She loved everyone, she never met a stranger, always welcomed conversation with anyone, and considered her friends as family. Her family and friends will miss her very much.She is survived by children, Vanessa Sanders and husband Eldon of Unionville, Lisa Mansfield and husband Thomas of MI, and Tommy Brown and wife Lynn of Fayetteville; and sister, Linda Floyd of Shelbyville. Survivors also include 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, with 1 great great grandchild on the way.A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home.Memorial donations may be made to the Habitat for Humanity @ www.habitat.org. Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Rita Jeanette Brown, passed from this life Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital.

A native of Bedford County, TN, Rita was born August 17, 1941, to the late Jessie Bill Conder and Mary Elizabeth Woosley Conder. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by; beloved husband of 55 years, Thomas Eugene Brown, Sr.; and infant brother, Billy Gary Conder.

Rita enjoyed all the fun times in life. She often enjoyed going out for live music and dancing, visiting casinos, and watching her kids and grandkids play sports. She loved everyone, she never met a stranger, always welcomed conversation with anyone, and considered her friends as family. Her family and friends will miss her very much.

She is survived by children, Vanessa Sanders and husband Eldon of Unionville, Lisa Mansfield and husband Thomas of MI, and Tommy Brown and wife Lynn of Fayetteville; and sister, Linda Floyd of Shelbyville. Survivors also include 6 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, with 1 great great grandchild on the way.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Habitat for Humanity @ www.habitat.org.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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Jimmy T. Vasser - November 30, 1943 - March 17, 2024

Departed: 03/17/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Jimmy T. Vasser, age 80, of Shelbyville, TN will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Bush and Bro. Mike Hannah officiating. Burial to follow at Gnat Hill Cemetery in Coffee County. Mr. Vasser passed from this life Sunday March 17, 2024, at Creekside at Three Rivers Assisted Living.Visitation with the family will be held 4-7 P.M, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the funeral home.Jimmy was born on November 30, 1943, in Rutherford County, TN to the late John Calvin Vasser and Iris Lorene Fletcher Vasser Todd. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by: sister, Dorothy Vasser, and infant brother, James Vasser.Jimmy worked for 30+ years with Samsonite before he retired and was a member of Hurricane Grove Baptist Church. He loved to sing gospel music with various churches and at local nursing homes.Survivors include: loving wife, Shirley Mae Grogan Vasser; brother, Kenneth Vasser of Beechgrove; sister, Elaine Mahaffey of Shelbyville; godson, Kip Luttrell; nephews; Michael Mahaffey, and John Vasser; nieces, Tammy Peoples, Lori Crouch, and Sandra Reed; and several great nieces and great nephews.Memorial donations may be made to the Shelbyville Community Soup Kitchen, P.O. Box 2259 Shelbyville, TN 37162.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

Funeral services for Jimmy T. Vasser, age 80, of Shelbyville, TN will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Bush and Bro. Mike Hannah officiating. Burial to follow at Gnat Hill Cemetery in Coffee County. Mr. Vasser passed from this life Sunday March 17, 2024, at Creekside at Three Rivers Assisted Living.

Visitation with the family will be held 4-7 P.M, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the funeral home.

Jimmy was born on November 30, 1943, in Rutherford County, TN to the late John Calvin Vasser and Iris Lorene Fletcher Vasser Todd. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by: sister, Dorothy Vasser, and infant brother, James Vasser.

Jimmy worked for 30+ years with Samsonite before he retired and was a member of Hurricane Grove Baptist Church. He loved to sing gospel music with various churches and at local nursing homes.

Survivors include: loving wife, Shirley Mae Grogan Vasser; brother, Kenneth Vasser of Beechgrove; sister, Elaine Mahaffey of Shelbyville; godson, Kip Luttrell; nephews; Michael Mahaffey, and John Vasser; nieces, Tammy Peoples, Lori Crouch, and Sandra Reed; and several great nieces and great nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the Shelbyville Community Soup Kitchen, P.O. Box 2259 Shelbyville, TN 37162.

Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Richard Larry Everette - July 04, 1960 - March 14, 2024

Departed: 03/14/2024 (Shelbyville)

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Joe Warren Nickens - July 20, 1925 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for Joe Warren “JW” Nickens, age 98 of the Mt. Lebanon Community, Marshall County, will be held at 1:00pm Monday, March 18, 2024, at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church with Chester Slayton officiating. Burial will follow in the Hopper Cemetery. Mr. Nickens passed from this life Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at NHC Lewisburg following an extended illness.Visitation will begin at 11:00 am Monday, at the church, prior to the funeral service at 1:00 pm.Born July 20, 1925 in Marshall County, JW was the son of the late William Nickens & Flora Bell Pyland Nickens. Mr. Nickens was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years Nannie Mae Keele Nickens.JW was a lifelong farmer and by trade was the owner operator of Nickens’ Farm Machinery Repair and served the Bedford and Marshall County communities for over 60 years. On his farm he mainly row cropped, cut hay and his favorite thing, beekeeping. In his earlier years he and his late wife, raised and butchered hogs. He was a member (oldest charter member) and Deacon of Belfast Baptist Church and was a former Deacon and member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Rich Creek Volunteer Fire Department and the Rock Creek Bible Society. He is survived by extended family members that include cousins and nephews.Special recognition to Bro. Kent Sweeton and sister Connie Beaver for their loving care provided to JW during the last few years of his life.Memorial donations may be made to Belfast Baptist Church by mail: P.O. Box 74 Belfast, TN 37019.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Joe Warren “JW” Nickens, age 98 of the Mt. Lebanon Community, Marshall County, will be held at 1:00pm Monday, March 18, 2024, at Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church with Chester Slayton officiating. Burial will follow in the Hopper Cemetery. Mr. Nickens passed from this life Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at NHC Lewisburg following an extended illness.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 am Monday, at the church, prior to the funeral service at 1:00 pm.

Born July 20, 1925 in Marshall County, JW was the son of the late William Nickens & Flora Bell Pyland Nickens. Mr. Nickens was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years Nannie Mae Keele Nickens.

JW was a lifelong farmer and by trade was the owner operator of Nickens’ Farm Machinery Repair and served the Bedford and Marshall County communities for over 60 years. On his farm he mainly row cropped, cut hay and his favorite thing, beekeeping. In his earlier years he and his late wife, raised and butchered hogs. He was a member (oldest charter member) and Deacon of Belfast Baptist Church and was a former Deacon and member of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, Rich Creek Volunteer Fire Department and the Rock Creek Bible Society.

He is survived by extended family members that include cousins and nephews.

Special recognition to Bro. Kent Sweeton and sister Connie Beaver for their loving care provided to JW during the last few years of his life.

Memorial donations may be made to Belfast Baptist Church by mail: P.O. Box 74 Belfast, TN 37019.

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June Lee Berry - August 07, 1943 - March 12, 2024

Departed: 03/12/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: June Lee Berry, age 80, of Bell Buckle, passed from this life Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Community Care of Rutherford County surrounded by loved ones after an extended illness.Mrs. Berry was born August 7, 1943 in Goshen, IN to the late Fred and Georgia Leman McDonald. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Berry.She is survived by children, Ricky Berry, Deana Stevens, Kenda Bair and Holly Brock; sister, Katherine Herrman; also 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.Per her request, Mrs. Berry chose cremation with no public services held and her ashes will be scattered where she grew up in Cromwell, IN.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

June Lee Berry, age 80, of Bell Buckle, passed from this life Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Community Care of Rutherford County surrounded by loved ones after an extended illness.

Mrs. Berry was born August 7, 1943 in Goshen, IN to the late Fred and Georgia Leman McDonald. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Berry.

She is survived by children, Ricky Berry, Deana Stevens, Kenda Bair and Holly Brock; sister, Katherine Herrman; also 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Per her request, Mrs. Berry chose cremation with no public services held and her ashes will be scattered where she grew up in Cromwell, IN.

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Jeffrey “Jeff” Joel Grabovich - January 28, 1952 - March 12, 2024

Departed: 03/12/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Celebration of Life services for Jeffrey “Jeff” Joel Grabovich age 70 of Wartrace, TN will be held 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in the chapel off Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Robert Tipps officiating. Jeff passed from this life March 12, 2024, at Ascension St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN.Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday, prior to memorial service, beginning 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Originally a native of Columbus, OH Jeff was born January 28, 1954, to the late William “Bill” Grabovich and Lillian “Lill” May Sliney Grabovich. He was a graduate of South High School in Columbus, OH class of 1974. He worked as a firefighter and paramedic, taking after his father, until he retired in 1995. Since then, he and his family moved to Bedford County, TN, where they have resided for the last 20+ years.Jeff could fix almost anything, and you could always find him tinkering with something in the garage. He loved a good cup of coffee on the front porch in the morning, and a good cigar while sitting by the pool in the afternoon.Survivors include: loving wife of 36 years, Susan Marie Hartwig Grabovich; sons, Seth Grabovich and wife Danielle of Shelbyville, and Ty Grabovich of Tullahoma; grandsons: Dawson, Levi, Andrew Grabovich; sister, Susie Pavisich; and brothers: Steve, Bela, and Dave Grabovich; along with several nieces and nephews.Memorial donations may be made to Remote Area Medical Volunteer Corps @ www.ramusa.org.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

Celebration of Life services for Jeffrey “Jeff” Joel Grabovich age 70 of Wartrace, TN will be held 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in the chapel off Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Robert Tipps officiating. Jeff passed from this life March 12, 2024, at Ascension St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN.

Visitation with the family will be held Tuesday, prior to memorial service, beginning 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Originally a native of Columbus, OH Jeff was born January 28, 1954, to the late William “Bill” Grabovich and Lillian “Lill” May Sliney Grabovich. He was a graduate of South High School in Columbus, OH class of 1974. He worked as a firefighter and paramedic, taking after his father, until he retired in 1995. Since then, he and his family moved to Bedford County, TN, where they have resided for the last 20+ years.

Jeff could fix almost anything, and you could always find him tinkering with something in the garage. He loved a good cup of coffee on the front porch in the morning, and a good cigar while sitting by the pool in the afternoon.

Survivors include: loving wife of 36 years, Susan Marie Hartwig Grabovich; sons, Seth Grabovich and wife Danielle of Shelbyville, and Ty Grabovich of Tullahoma; grandsons: Dawson, Levi, Andrew Grabovich; sister, Susie Pavisich; and brothers: Steve, Bela, and Dave Grabovich; along with several nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to Remote Area Medical Volunteer Corps @ www.ramusa.org.

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William Randall Bee - February 25, 1952 - March 09, 2024

Departed: 03/09/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Funeral services for William Randall Bee, age 72, of Shelbyville, TN will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Gray officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. William Randall Bee passed from this life Saturday, March 9, 2024. Visitation will be held prior to funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Bee was born on February 25, 1952 in Nashville, TN. He was son of the late William Julian Bee and Jean Simpson Bee. He graduated from Stratford High School then proceeded at Tennessee Tech in Cookeville, TN. Before his retirement he worked as a technician for Jones Heating & Cooling, a General foreman/multi-skilled tradesman engineer at Johnson Control, and previous owner of A-1 Air Care. He was also a farmer of agriculture. He was also a member past and present with the HAM Radio Association Bedford, Marshall, Lincoln and Dekalb Counties. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years; Debra Bee, children; Jeanne Louise (Cameron Lee) Tipton of Georgia, William Jonathan Bee and Barry Randall Bee both of Shelbyville, TN, grandchildren; Addilyn, Nola, Cajun, and Easton, siblings; Valerie Gail (Mike) Walker of Murfreesboro, TN, and Amy Eades of Alabama. Along with his parents Mr. Bee was preceded in death by brother; Glen “Bubba” Dodd, sisters; Connie Bean, and Glenna “Sissy” Fischer.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for William Randall Bee, age 72, of Shelbyville, TN will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Jimmy Gray officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery. William Randall Bee passed from this life Saturday, March 9, 2024.

Visitation will be held prior to funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mr. Bee was born on February 25, 1952 in Nashville, TN. He was son of the late William Julian Bee and Jean Simpson Bee. He graduated from Stratford High School then proceeded at Tennessee Tech in Cookeville, TN. Before his retirement he worked as a technician for Jones Heating & Cooling, a General foreman/multi-skilled tradesman engineer at Johnson Control, and previous owner of A-1 Air Care. He was also a farmer of agriculture. He was also a member past and present with the HAM Radio Association Bedford, Marshall, Lincoln and Dekalb Counties.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years; Debra Bee, children; Jeanne Louise (Cameron Lee) Tipton of Georgia, William Jonathan Bee and Barry Randall Bee both of Shelbyville, TN, grandchildren; Addilyn, Nola, Cajun, and Easton, siblings; Valerie Gail (Mike) Walker of Murfreesboro, TN, and Amy Eades of Alabama.

Along with his parents Mr. Bee was preceded in death by brother; Glen “Bubba” Dodd, sisters; Connie Bean, and Glenna “Sissy” Fischer.

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April Chantae Burks - November 03, 1975 - March 06, 2024

Departed: 03/06/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: April Chantae Burks, age 48, Shelbyville, TN passed from this life on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Vanderbilt-Bedford Hospital after an extended illness.Born on November 3, 1975, in Shelbyville, TN. April was the daughter of William “Paddle” Burks and Connie Garrett Burks. April was a graduate of Shelbyville Central High School class of 1995 and attended TCAT to become an LPN. She worked as an LPN off and on for 20 years with several different nursing homes until she was unable due to her health. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, riding on country roads and listening to music. Along with her parents, April is survived by daughter, Annalyse “Weesly” Espinosa of Shelbyville; sister, Barbie Jean Brothers of Shelbyville; nephew, William Damon Brothers. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Russell and Imogene Garrett, Woodrow and Jean Burks.Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Randall Harmon officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery.Visitation with the family will be held 5-8 p.m. Monday, March 11th at the funeral home.Memorial donations may be made to the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association @ www.4hcm.org. Doak- Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

April Chantae Burks, age 48, Shelbyville, TN passed from this life on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Vanderbilt-Bedford Hospital after an extended illness.

Born on November 3, 1975, in Shelbyville, TN. April was the daughter of William “Paddle” Burks and Connie Garrett Burks. April was a graduate of Shelbyville Central High School class of 1995 and attended TCAT to become an LPN. She worked as an LPN off and on for 20 years with several different nursing homes until she was unable due to her health. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, riding on country roads and listening to music.

Along with her parents, April is survived by daughter, Annalyse “Weesly” Espinosa of Shelbyville; sister, Barbie Jean Brothers of Shelbyville; nephew, William Damon Brothers.

She was preceded in death by grandparents, Russell and Imogene Garrett, Woodrow and Jean Burks.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Pastor Randall Harmon officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mount Cemetery.

Visitation with the family will be held 5-8 p.m. Monday, March 11th at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association @ www.4hcm.org.

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Kathleen Blanche Shelton - July 05, 1933 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Shelbyville)

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Horace Lyndell Gregory - September 26, 1947 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Horace Lyndell Gregory, age 76, of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life on Friday, March 1, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Shelbyville after an extended illness.Lyndell was born on September 26, 1947 in Manchester, TN to the late James Tennessee Gregory and Flossie Irene Stephenson Gregory. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by: wife of 46 years, Mary Joyce Gregory, siblings Doris Ray, Marie May, Frank Gregory, Cathy Troxler, James Robert Gregory and wife Patsy, Frances Melson, and his beloved pup, Sassy.Lyndell retired from Jostens after 43 years of employment. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, watching westerns and tinkering with the trucks he had collected throughout his life.He is survived by daughters, Regina (Mike) Stewart of Shelbyville, Sharon (Shounak) Das of TX, and Angelia (David) Polasky of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Erica (James) Freebury, Erin (Stephen) Gannaway, Gabrielle Womble, Emma Womble, Daniel Das, Joshua Womble, Eli Das, Amelia Womble, Josiah Womble, Joseph Womble and 8 great-grandchildren. Siblings: Joann (Edward) Ashby, Roger (Sherry) Gregory, Becky (Allen) Mcbee; sister-in-law Carolyn Gregory; and brother-in-law, Bert Troxler.Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2024 in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Jeff Collett officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mt. Cemetery.Visitation with the family will be held Sunday, prior to funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

Horace Lyndell Gregory, age 76, of Shelbyville, TN passed from this life on Friday, March 1, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Shelbyville after an extended illness.

Lyndell was born on September 26, 1947 in Manchester, TN to the late James Tennessee Gregory and Flossie Irene Stephenson Gregory. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by: wife of 46 years, Mary Joyce Gregory, siblings Doris Ray, Marie May, Frank Gregory, Cathy Troxler, James Robert Gregory and wife Patsy, Frances Melson, and his beloved pup, Sassy.

Lyndell retired from Jostens after 43 years of employment. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, watching westerns and tinkering with the trucks he had collected throughout his life.

He is survived by daughters, Regina (Mike) Stewart of Shelbyville, Sharon (Shounak) Das of TX, and Angelia (David) Polasky of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Erica (James) Freebury, Erin (Stephen) Gannaway, Gabrielle Womble, Emma Womble, Daniel Das, Joshua Womble, Eli Das, Amelia Womble, Josiah Womble, Joseph Womble and 8 great-grandchildren. Siblings: Joann (Edward) Ashby, Roger (Sherry) Gregory, Becky (Allen) Mcbee; sister-in-law Carolyn Gregory; and brother-in-law, Bert Troxler.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2024 in the chapel of Doak-Howell Funeral Home with Jeff Collett officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Mt. Cemetery.

Visitation with the family will be held Sunday, prior to funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

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Betty Marie Rabenau - June 24, 1941 - February 28, 2024

Departed: 02/28/2024 (Shelbyville)

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Billy F. Jones - August 06, 1935 - February 26, 2024

Departed: 02/26/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Billy F. Jones, age 88, of Shelbyville, Tn passed from this life Monday, February 26, 2024 at his home.Graveside services will be held 12 noon Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Wheeler Cemetery with Chad Clanton officiating. Billy was born on August 6, 1935 in Lawrence County to the late Aurthur and Sadie Jones. He is survived by loving wife of 64 years: Arlene Jones, children: Andy (Mary) Jones, Eric (Kristina) Jones, grandchildren: Andriana (Dustin) Lamb, Marissa (Jordan) Baker, Michaela (Andrew) Ball, Amber (Jason) Leverette, Jarred Jones, great grandchildren, Everett, Ty and Sadie Lamb, Ada Baker, Rylei Hale and Hadley Leverette, siblings: Janice Lambert and Jenell Barber.Billy was a Farm Bureau Director for 40 years, lifelong farmer, avid bee keeper, Bedford County Commissioner for 4 years, Bedford County School Bus Driver for 20 years and a member of Maxwell Chapel Church.Along with his parents he was preceded in death by brother in-law Kelly Lambert and great granddaughter Ellie Brooke Ball.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.

Billy F. Jones, age 88, of Shelbyville, Tn passed from this life Monday, February 26, 2024 at his home.

Graveside services will be held 12 noon Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Wheeler Cemetery with Chad Clanton officiating.

Billy was born on August 6, 1935 in Lawrence County to the late Aurthur and Sadie Jones. He is survived by loving wife of 64 years: Arlene Jones, children: Andy (Mary) Jones, Eric (Kristina) Jones, grandchildren: Andriana (Dustin) Lamb, Marissa (Jordan) Baker, Michaela (Andrew) Ball, Amber (Jason) Leverette, Jarred Jones, great grandchildren, Everett, Ty and Sadie Lamb, Ada Baker, Rylei Hale and Hadley Leverette, siblings: Janice Lambert and Jenell Barber.

Billy was a Farm Bureau Director for 40 years, lifelong farmer, avid bee keeper, Bedford County Commissioner for 4 years, Bedford County School Bus Driver for 20 years and a member of Maxwell Chapel Church.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by brother in-law Kelly Lambert and great granddaughter Ellie Brooke Ball.

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Johnathon Scott Hutchinson - February 23, 1982 - February 25, 2024

Departed: 02/25/2024 (Shelbyville)

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Guadalupe Miguel Francisco - January 19, 1984 - February 20, 2024

Departed: 02/20/2024 (Shelbyville)

Obituary Preview: Guadalupe Miguel Francisco, age 40, was born January 19, 1984, in Guatemala to parents, Miguel Juan Sebastian and Eulalia Francisco. She passed from this life on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, after an extended illness.Including her parents she is survived by: husband, Juan Gomez; sons, Milo Sebastian Gomez and Miguel Tapia Francisco; along with two sisters and five brothers.Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024, at St. Williams Montevergine Catholic Church with Father Edwin Cardona officiating. At a later date she will be returned to Guatemala for burial.Visitation with the family will be held on Saturday, prior to funeral services, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Doak-Howell Funeral Home.Doak-Howell Funeral Home is serving the family.www.doakhowellfuneralhome.comGuadalupe Miguel Francisco, de 40 años, nació el 19 de enero de 1984 en Guatemala, hija de Miguel Juan Sebastián y Eulalia Francisco. Falleció el martes 20 de febrero de 2024, después de una larga enfermedad. Incluyendo a sus padres le sobreviven: su esposo, Juan Gómez; hijos, Milo Sebastián Gómez y Miguel Tapia Francisco; junto con dos hermanas y cinco hermanos. Los servicios funerarios se llevarán a cabo a las 12 p.m. del sábado 2 de marzo de 2024 en la iglesia católica St. Williams Montevergine con el padre Edwin Cardona oficiando. En una fecha posterior será devuelta a Guatemala para su entierro. El velorio con la familia se llevará a cabo el sábado, antes de los servicios funerarios, a partir de las 9:30 a.m. hasta las 11:30 a.m. en la funeraria Doak-Howell. La funeraria Doak-Howell está sirviendo a la familia. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

Guadalupe Miguel Francisco, age 40, was born January 19, 1984, in Guatemala to parents, Miguel Juan Sebastian and Eulalia Francisco. She passed from this life on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, after an extended illness.

Including her parents she is survived by: husband, Juan Gomez; sons, Milo Sebastian Gomez and Miguel Tapia Francisco; along with two sisters and five brothers.

Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024, at St. Williams Montevergine Catholic Church with Father Edwin Cardona officiating. At a later date she will be returned to Guatemala for burial.

Visitation with the family will be held on Saturday, prior to funeral services, beginning at 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Doak-Howell Funeral Home.

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Guadalupe Miguel Francisco, de 40 años, nació el 19 de enero de 1984 en Guatemala, hija de Miguel Juan Sebastián y Eulalia Francisco. Falleció el martes 20 de febrero de 2024, después de una larga enfermedad.

Incluyendo a sus padres le sobreviven: su esposo, Juan Gómez; hijos, Milo Sebastián Gómez y Miguel Tapia Francisco; junto con dos hermanas y cinco hermanos.

Los servicios funerarios se llevarán a cabo a las 12 p.m. del sábado 2 de marzo de 2024 en la iglesia católica St. Williams Montevergine con el padre Edwin Cardona oficiando. En una fecha posterior será devuelta a Guatemala para su entierro.

El velorio con la familia se llevará a cabo el sábado, antes de los servicios funerarios, a partir de las 9:30 a.m. hasta las 11:30 a.m. en la funeraria Doak-Howell. La funeraria Doak-Howell está sirviendo a la familia. www.doakhowellfuneralhome.com

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What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It may also include information about their surviving family members, funeral arrangements, and any other relevant details.

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Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

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Carefully review the obituary for spelling mistakes, grammatical errors, and factual inaccuracies before submitting it for publication. It's also helpful to have multiple people review it for errors.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider reaching out to a funeral home or mortuary for assistance. They often have experience writing obituaries and can provide guidance and support.

Can I reuse an old photo for an online obituary?

If you don't have a recent photo of the deceased, it's okay to use an older photo that still captures their spirit and personality. Just be sure it's clear and well-lit enough for online viewing.

How long will my online obituary remain available?

The length of time an online obituary remains available varies depending on the platform. Some websites keep them active indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period of time.