Obituaries

Sylvia M. Gerhart

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...

William Emil Doerle

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...

Deborah Daniel

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...

Nancy Edwards

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

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

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

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...

Ann Marie McDaniel

Ann Marie McDaniel

Jun 7, 2026

Ann Marie McDaniel (84) passed away June 7, 2026, in Lawrenceburg, TN. She was the daughter of Leo Durst and Marie Bocskowski Durst.

Lones Allen Butler

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...

William Leslie Bass, Jr.

William Leslie Bass, Jr.

May 25, 2026

William Leslie Bass, Jr., age 70, passed away on May 25, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on May 31, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee, William was the son of the late William Leslie Bass and Dorothy Crain Bass.

William was a natural creative spirit who expressed himself deeply through both art and music. Gifted with a remarkable talent for...

Bruce Wayne Paulson

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...