Obituaries
Madge Patton
Oct 19, 2026
Madge Florida Patton passed away on October 19, 2026, at the age of 83.
Madge shared 47 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, William H. Patton. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love for her family was at the heart of her life.
Madge had a deep appreciation for animals and the beauty of nature in all...
Patsy H. Drake
Oct 16, 2026
Patsy Hickman Drake, lovingly known as “Pat” to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 82.
Born on August 24, 1944, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Pat lived a life centered on family, faith, and the joy of being surrounded by others. Throughout her life, she called several places...
Robert Kopec
Sep 30, 2026
Robert T. Kopec, known to his friends and family as Bob, passed away on September 30, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee, on the same date he was born in 1937.
Bob was born in Wilmington, Delaware and is survived by his wife of 62 years, 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all...
Alexander Rivera
Sep 21, 2026
Alexander Rivera 47, of Spring Hill, Tennessee, passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on September 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 11, 1979, in Defiance, Ohio, and was lovingly raised by his parents Sofia Ovalle Delgado and Daniel Delgado (Richmond, Texas).
Alex faced challenges from birth that shaped his life, but they never...
Lisa Jones
Sep 20, 2026
Lisa Jones passed away on September 20, 2026, at Southern Tennessee Regional Hospital.
Lisa will be remembered as a caring and loving person with a big heart. She was always willing to lend a helping hand and genuinely enjoyed taking care of others. Whether it was family, friends, or neighbors, Lisa was someone who could be counted on, and her kindness...
Earnest Larry Duncan
Sep 18, 2026
Larry Duncan, age 78, passed away on September 18, 2026. Born in Pulaski, TN, Larry was the son of Earnest and Mae Duncan.
Larry married the love of his life, Sandra Beard Duncan, almost sixty years ago. They always had each other’s back, and you rarely saw one without the other. They raised their son, Larry “Bo” Duncan is Prospect, TN,...
Zachariah Shawn Hayes
Sep 14, 2026
Zachariah “Zach” Shawn Hayes, age 33, left this world far too soon on September 14, 2026, in Spring Hill, Tennessee.
Born and raised in Amelia, Virginia, Zach was the beloved son of Mark Hayes and Kimberly Pack and the loving brother of Amber Hayes. He graduated from Amelia County High School with the Class of 2012, where he was an excellent...
James Dean Owen
Sep 6, 2026
Jeremy Dean Owen passed away on September 6, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee. He was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late James and Elaine Owen.
Jeremy was a hardworking and talented man who possessed a natural gift for working with his hands. Skilled in construction, plumbing, and electrical work, he had the knowledge and ability to tackle a wide variety of...
Sharon Ann Fults
Aug 17, 2026
Sharon Ann Fults passed away on August 17, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
Born in Dayton, Ohio, Sharon was a lady who was truly full of life. She had a joyful and happy personality and a generous heart. She was always willing to lend a helping hand and would gladly share anything she had with someone in need.
Sharon found great...
Harold David Dukes
Aug 16, 2026
Harold “David” Dukes, age 69, passed away on August 16, 2026, at his home in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born in Palatka, Florida, David was the son of the late Harold Eldridge Dukes and Hazel Green Dukes. A talented athlete, he played football as a kicker throughout high school and college. David earned his bachelor’s degree from Harding University, where he met his...
Sylvia M. Gerhart
Jul 25, 2026
Sylvia M. Gerhart, age 78, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at her home in Rockvale, Tennessee, surrounded by the love of those closest to her, Raylene Carleton-Wood and Beryl Pixley.
Born on August 3, 1947, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Sylvia was the beloved daughter of the late Julian Quintus Gerhart and Rubye Mae Hoback Gerhart. Sylvia is survived by her...
Danny Max Mills
Jul 22, 2026
Danny Mills, 56, of Spring City, passed away peacefully at his home on July 22, 2026, in the place where he found his greatest comfort, peace, and happiness.
Danny was born on May 7, 1970, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Murray Michelson and Marie Babino, who placed him for adoption. He was lovingly adopted by Dewey and Rosetta Mills, whose love, guidance,...
William Emil Doerle
Jul 22, 2026
William Emil Doerle, age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Morning Pointe of Spring Hill.
Born in Syracuse, New York, William was the son of the late Wilhelm and Henrietta Doerle. He was one of six children and spent his life building lasting friendships through his kind heart, quick wit, and easygoing spirit.
William dedicated 30 years of...
Gerald Wayne Creech
Jul 21, 2026
Gerald Wayne Creech, of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on July 21, 2026, at the age of 87. He was the son of the late Ben and Orene Creech of White Bluff, Tennessee.
Wayne was raised in White Bluff, where he grew up working the land alongside his father, Ben. From an early age, he developed a deep...
Deborah Daniel
Jul 21, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Anne Roberson Daniel, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, passed away on July 21st at the age of 71.
Born on November 11, 1954, Debbies’s life was filled with many friendships and memories. She will continue to be remembered through the stories shared, the memories cherished, and the lives that were connected to hers.
Debbie was preceded in death by her husband, Mike...
Melissa Gail Anderson
Jul 15, 2026
Melissa Gail Anderson, age 66, passed away on July 15, 2026, at TriStar Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, Tennessee. Born on September 7, 1959, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Martha (Martin) and Harlan Webster.
Melissa lived life with a vibrant, adventurous spirit and a kind heart that touched everyone she met. She was best known...
Nancy Edwards
Jul 2, 2026
Nancy Edwards, age 73, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on December 1, 1952, in Kansas City, Missouri, Nancy was the beloved daughter of the late William Hurley and Marita Hurley. She lived a life marked by strength, grace, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Nancy had a passion for staying...
Shawn Holt
Jul 1, 2026
Michael Shawn Holt, affectionately known to everyone as Shawn, passed away on July 1, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center. He was 57 years old.
Born on August 7, 1968, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, Shawn was the son of the late Jerry Holt and Stella Hardy.
Shawn was a simple man who found his greatest joy in the people he loved. He never...
Wayne Jones
Jun 30, 2026
H. Wayne Jones, age 75, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Born on April 9, 1951, in Spiro, Oklahoma, and raised in Orangeville, Illinois, Wayne was the beloved son of the late Hubert Jones and Dorothy Jones.
Throughout his life, he was known for his sharp mind, kind heart, and unwavering willingness to help others.Wayne devoted...
Tonia Lee Morrison
Jun 16, 2026
Tonia Lee Morrison was born in Steubenville, Ohio on November 17th, 1950, to Richard and Evelyn Morrison, nee Smith. Eventually, the Morrisons settled in Longwood, Florida. Tonia was raised there alongside her two younger sisters, D.J and Tricia. Early on, Tonia developed a love of music, becoming a talented singer and going on to perform in high school bands. This...
