Obituaries
Lones Allen Butler
May 28, 2026
Lones Allen Butler, a beloved member of his family passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026, at the age of 72. His final moments were spent on Creek View Road in Marshall County, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family. Born on September 24, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Allen's life was a testament to the values instilled in...
Bruce Wayne Paulson
May 20, 2026
Bruce Wayne Paulson, 78, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Bruce was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose strength, kindness, gentle spirit, and unwavering love for family touched all who knew him.
Bruce was born on July 6, 1947, to Violet and George Paulson in Harvey, ND. On...
Robert L. Boynton, Jr.
May 19, 2026
Robert L. Boynton, Jr., age 83, passed away in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Brunswick, Georgia, to the late Robert L. Boynton, Sr. and Mildred Ruth Westbrook Boynton.
As soon as Robert graduated high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy, answering a calling to serve his country and beginning a life that would...
Hugh Gerald Bumpus
May 18, 2026
Hugh Gerald “Jerry” Bumpus, age 83, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at The Palace Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Red Boiling Springs, TN.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh J. Bumpus and Dorothy Lankford Bumpus; sister Rebecca Hamner; children Brian Bumpus and Tracey Bumpus.
He is survived by his siblings, Phillip (Bertha) Bumpus, Sandra (Jim) Broyles,...
Billy H. Dority, Jr.
May 15, 2026
Billy Hayes Dority, Jr., age 69, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born in Smyrna, Tennessee, Billy was the son of the late Billy H. Dority, Sr. and Betty Jean Health Dority.
Billy built a lifelong career in the firearms industry, dedicating many years to his craft and eventually serving as a Supervisor for Barrett Firearms Manufacturing. He...
Juan Jose Moraida
May 8, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Juan Jose Moraida. Juan passed away peacefully at his home on May 8, 2026, with his daughters by his side.
Juan was born in Phoenix, Arizona, to Eugene and Matiana (Cabriales) Moraida. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Moraida; his brother, Joe Flores; as...
Charles Ray Prince
Apr 28, 2026
Charles “Charley” Ray Prince passed away peacefully at his home on April 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born in Oxnard, California, but made his home in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
Charley was preceded in death by his father, Ed Howard, and his mother, Peggy Fisk.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Tommie Prince, whose...
Britney Ray Broach
Mar 6, 2026
Britney Ray Broach, age 38, passed away on March 6, 2026.
Britney was a beloved daughter to Monica and a cherished sister to Tyler and Charlie. She will always be remembered for her kind heart, loving spirit, and deep compassion for others—especially those who were struggling or less fortunate.
Always selfless and true to her caring nature, Britney chose to donate her...
Jason "Dickey" Lee Black
Feb 7, 2026
Mr. Jason “Dickey” Lee Black- Age 49 a resident of Mt. Pleasant, TN passed away unexpectedly Saturday February 7, 2026Born March 15th, 1976, in Columbia, Tennessee. He was married to his wife of 22 yrs Misty Black of Mt.pleasant.tn. Jason was the son of the late Jack and Ina Carol Black. Jason grew up with the love for outdoors hunting,...
Joel Kimble
Feb 4, 2026
Joel Don Kimble (Joe), age 87, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, while in hospice care. He was born on April 22, 1938, in Perry County, Tennessee, along Marsh Creek, to the late Donald Kimble and Ruth Kimble (DePriest).
Joel was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bettye Sue Kimble (Hughes); his parents; his brothers G.B. Kimble and wife...
Andrew Michael Cole
Jan 14, 2026
Andrew Michael Cole, of Thompson’s Station, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Andrew was a beloved and devoted husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and friend. He was a highly decorated combat veteran who honorably served for 28 years in both the United States Army and the Army National Guard, retiring in 2018. His distinguished career spanned...
Nancy Saxton Schowalter
Jan 3, 2026
Nancy Saxton Schowalter, age 89, was born in Canton, Pennsylvania on a dairy farm to teachers Luther VanHorn and Florence Brooks Saxton along with her two older brothers Ronald and Robert Saxton. Her early years on the farm instilled in her a strong work ethic, quiet strength, and a grace that met others without judgment. Nancy graduated from Ithaca College...
Erich Rose
Jan 1, 2026
Erich Isaac Marcus Rose, age 33, passed away on January 1, 2026. Born in Napa, California, Erich lived a life marked by strength, warmth, and a deep curiosity about the world around him.
Erich was a deeply affectionate man, known for his beautiful eyes and captivating smile. His grand personality and sense of humor brought joy to everyone he encountered, and...
Clark Ekleberry
Dec 7, 2025
Clark Arden Ekleberry, age 83, passed away on December 7, 2025, at NHC–Maury Transitional Care in Columbia, Tennessee. He was born on February 15, 1942, to the late Hollice Clark Ekleberry and Lucille Hand Ekleberry.
Clark retired from General Plug & Manufacturing, dedicating many years to his work before beginning a new chapter of life in Ocala, Florida, where he shared...
Charles Austin Beauchemin
Dec 4, 2025
Our beloved Charles Austin Beauchemin , 58, of Hilham, TN passed away unexpectedly on December 4, 2025, in his home. He was born on October 3, 1967, in Worcester, MA. He was a loving father, husband, son, brother and uncle. He leaves behind his wife of 30 years Veronica (Viola) Beauchemin, three daughters Kayla Fitton of Auburn MA, Victoria Beauchemin,...
Candice Ann Conley
Dec 3, 2025
Candice Ann Conley, 46, passed away on December 3, 2025, in Fayetteville, Tennessee.
Candice is survived by her parents, Joseph Randall Gornik and Deborah Lynn Coulter, and by her beloved daughters, Emma Conley and Marly Fitzpatrick.
Candice was deeply loved, and her presence will be profoundly missed by all who knew her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her...
Quincy Poe
Nov 25, 2025
Quincy Blake Poe, age 22 passed away on November 25, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on January 31, 2003, in Milton, Florida to Adam Poe and Melissa Evans Poe.
Quincy was known for his incredible and curious mind paired with a natural sense of humor that kept those around him smiling and laughing. He loved to joke and had...
James Thomas Carroll
Nov 8, 2025
James Thomas Carroll, 74, passed away on November 8, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born in Palmersville, Tennessee, James carried the values of his small-town roots throughout his life—kindness, humility, and quiet strength.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Lilly Mae Carroll, whom he loved and spoke of often. James is survived by his son, Jimmy Carroll; his...
Richard Jackson Austin
Nov 7, 2025
Richard Jackson Austin (73) passed away on November 7, 2025, in Wayne County, TN. He was born in Kansas City, Missouri. He is preceded in death by parents Richard and Ella Austin.
Richard worked in many places. One place he worked was Cray Research where he designed a computer that would cure a type of leukemia.
He spent 6 years in the...
Allen George Speyer
Oct 27, 2025
Allen "Al" Speyer, the visionary motorsports executive who orchestrated Firestone's triumphant return to IndyCar racing, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 73 in his Hendersonville, TN home. He was born on July 21, 1952 in Huntington, NY, son of Walter and Doris (Wagenbauer) Speyer.
Al's nearly four-decade career with Firestone and Bridgestone Americas left an indelible...
