Cole & Garrett Funeral Home and Cremation Services
Our story began when the first Cole & Garrett Funeral Home opened its doors in 1865. Since then, we have been dedicated to providing families with professional and courteous service. Ours is a proud tradition, an honorable heritage, and a history that we share with the communities we serve. We have a simple goal: to continuously provide services to meet the individual needs of every family we serve and to ensure they are comfortable and secure with the choices they make. Our experience guides our care, and our history reminds us that we are first and foremost a family serving families. To us, what we do is more than just a business—it's a commitment to care. At Cole & Garrett Funeral Homes, we believe that every life is unique. Every funeral should be too. We celebrate life. We also offer The Simplicity Plan® prearrangement program, an easy way to handle an important family responsibility. Community Involvement At Cole & Garrett, we take pride in being part of the communities we serve. In addition to providing professional and caring funeral service to Tennessee families, we are proud to offer the use of our facilities to local organizations for meetings or get-togethers. We also provide grief seminars and support groups, memorial services, hospice programs, and a Memorial Tree program to remember loved ones during the holidays. We invite you to learn more about us by visiting any of our following locations. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - GOODLETTSVILLE The Cole & Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville, purchased in 1933, still retains the beauty and charm of a traditional colonial home. Later additions of spacious chapels, comfortable family rooms and new parking areas have made this stately building even more impressive. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - HENDERSONVILLE At our Hendersonville location, you will find a more modern facility located on three acres of land with ample parking. Our funeral home offers a lovely chapel and a relaxing family room. COLE & GARRETT FUNERAL HOME - WHITE HOUSE White House is home to our third location. With an attractive red brick exterior, the funeral home features a large chapel, a pleasant family room and a convenient refreshment area on the premises. Constructed in 1955, the funeral home exemplifies Cole & Garrett's commitment to quality and excellence in family care.
Our Obituaries
James Ernest Tomlinson
September 29, 2014
James Ernest Tomlinson, September 29, 2014, age 94. Survived by his wife of 68 years, Willie Sue Tomlinson; daughters, Patricia Swift; Pam (Joe) Bean, Beverly (Hank Flanders) Tomlinson; grandchildren, Cary Swift, Barry Swift, Lindsay Bean, Brette Bean, Colton Bean; 3 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild. He served in the U.S. Army 753rd tank battalion as a medic during WWII, and...
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Mary Alice Humphrey
March 5, 1923 - September 24, 2014
Mary Alice Humphrey. September 24, 2014, age 91. Preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Ginger Blankenbaker, brother, Lewis (Christine) Bilbrey, sister, Doyle (Daniel) Montgomery. Survived by her husband of 70 years, Adrin Humphrey; daughter, Vicky Humphrey; two grandchildren; brother, Clay (Nancy) Bilbrey. Mrs. Humphrey was a member of the Rivergate Church of Christ. Funeral service will...
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Fred Wade Hitt, Jr.
August 16, 1926 - September 19, 2014
Fred Wade Hitt, Jr. Loving father and devoted husband passed away on September 19, 2014 at age 88. Preceded in death by his wife, Thelma Corinne Hitt. Survived by his children, Lanny (Suzanne) Adams, Larry Hitt, Nena (Ritchie) Shelton; grandchildren, Joshua (Becky) Adams, Thomas Hitt; great-grandchild, Landon Hitt; brothers, Bobby (Marion) Hitt, Mickey (Linda) Hitt, Kenneth Hitt; sisters,...
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Gracie Alice Scott
September 24, 1944 - September 15, 2014
Gracie Alice Scott, age 69 of Ridgetop, TN, went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2014. Gracie was born in Ridgetop, TN on September 24, 1944. Preceded in death by mother, Mrs. Tomella Lawrence Scott Dowlen, father, (John Scott) and Rev. Madell Dowlen, Sr.; brother, Madell Dowlen, Jr. and sister, Emma Gale Dowlen. She leaves to cherish her memory; brother, Mark Steven Dowlen, sister,...
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Ronald D. Shivers
November 21, 1937 - September 13, 2014
Ronald "Ronnie" Davis Shivers, Age 76, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014.
Mr. Shivers was preceded in death by parents, John Enoch and Lou Ella McCasland Shivers; brother, John McCasland "Mack" Shivers; and sisters, Helen Marie Shivers Knight, and Addie Mae Shivers.
He is survived by his brothers, Enoch "Allen" Shivers, Hendersonville, TN, and Charles Alexander ...
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Joyce "Joy" Houghton
February 13, 1933 - September 13, 2014
Joyce "Joy" Patricia Houghton, age 81, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2014 at her home.
Mrs. Houghton was preceded in death by her husband, John Houghton, Sr.; a son, Mark Houghton; her parents, Jefferson and Elma Pierce; and a brother, James D. Pierce.
She is survived by her children, Shaaron Smith (Al), Leland Smith (Becky), Renee Franklin (Norman), Edward Arno, Jr., Tara Felts,...
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Malcom Webb
May 24, 1931 - August 22, 2014
Malcom Webb, August 22, 2014, age 83 of Goodlettsville. Survived by his wife, Peggy Webb; son, Lyndell Webb; grandson, Zane Webb. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Monday from 4-8pm. Funeral Service will be Tuesday at 2pm with interment to follow at Spring Hill Cemetery.
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John Gardner, Sr.
May 18, 1924 - August 18, 2014
Nashville, TN
John W. Gardner, Sr. August 18, 2014 age 90. He was preceded in death by his wives, Estelle Gardner, and Margaret Gardner, grandson, John W. Gardner, III. Survived by his son, John W. Gardner, Jr. (Erma); grandchildren, Tony Van Gardner, Ruth Ann Hillier, numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Thursday from 4-8 pm. Chapel...
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Mary Catherine Wood
January 3, 1938 - August 18, 2014
Mary Catherine Eden Wood. Born January 3, 1938. Passed away August 18, 2014. Preceded in death by mother Marie Elizabeth Nocton Eden, and father Herman Charles Eden, son Charles Rosson Wood, and sister Doris Jean Reid Steele. Survived by sister, Theresa Ann Eden Raines; children, Marianne Wood Raynes (Gary), Terri Lynn Wood, Mark Anthony Wood (Karen), William Craig Wood (Amy), Joni Denise...
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William "Ed" Cree
February 15, 1934 - August 18, 2014
William "Ed" Cree. August 18, 2014 age 80. Preceded in death by his daughter, Grace Cree; brother, Benny Cree. Survived by his wife of 33 years, Jan Cree; daughters, PJ Cree-Miller, and Susan Cree-Bush (Ric); grandchildren, Joshua Schmitz, Rylan Bush, Benjamin Bush. Ed earned a degree in mathematics and was Wisconsin State wrestling champion two years in a row. He pursued a career as an...
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Rufus Smith, Sr.
October 26, 1931 - August 15, 2014
Rufus Taylor Smith, Sr., age 82, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 15, 2014.
Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents and several siblings.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Esther Smith; children, Rufus Taylor Smith, Jr., Steven Smith, Grace Rene Kopp, and Sarah Jeanette Dunnivant; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; a sister, Mary Taylor; and...
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Pamela R. Gann
February 18, 1953 - August 9, 2014
Goodlettsville, TN
Pamela R. Gann, August 9, 2014, age 61. Preceded in death by her mother, Alta Creasy Coles. Survived by her husband, Kevin W. Gann; daughters, Jamie (Ray) Dunn, and Julie Weaver; grandchildren, Carson Weaver, Nathan Dunn, Caleb Dunn, Nila Dunn; sisters, Linda Tune, Teresa Smith, Candi Young. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Monday and...
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Jewell Marie Bates O'Sullivan
January 20, 1937 - August 6, 2014
Springfield, TN
Jewel Marie Bates O'Sullivan, August 6, 2014, age 77. She was preceded in death by her son, David Jones; brother, James Bates, sister, Julia Hallum. Survived by her husband, John O'Sullivan; children, Don Jones, Theresa (Larry) Murphy, Terry Jones, Denise Polston, and Billie Jo Grant; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; sisters, Hilda Fuqua, Alice (Larry) Draper, and...
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Billy Thomas "Tommy" Wilson, Sr.
July 17, 1946 - July 22, 2014
Billy Thomas Wilson, Sr. "Tommy". Loving husband and father passed away on July 22, 2014 at age 68. Preceded in death by his father, J.T. Wilson. Survived by his wife Linda Wilson; mother, Ruby Wilson; children, Billy Wilson Jr., Tina (Drew) Stokes, Jeffrey Wilson; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert (Janet) Wilson, Dale Wilson; sisters, Gracie (Bob) Wilson; Shirley ...
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Thomas Mason Roaden, Jr.
September 20, 1956 - July 22, 2014
Thomas M Roaden, Jr. July 22, 2014, age 57 of Goodlettsville. He is survived by his parents, Tom and Peggy Roaden, Sr.; sons, Chris (Amber) Roaden, and Michael (Heather) Roaden; grandchildren, Heaven, Trinity, Destiny, Carlee and Carson; brother, Richard (Angie) Roaden. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Saturday from 12-3pm where a memorial service will follow...
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Bobby Meadows
October 1, 1929 - July 16, 2014
Bobby Meadows, age 84, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2014.
He was retired from Ford Glass Plant after 30 years of service.
Mr. Meadows is survived by his wife of 64 years, Corene Meadows; and several neices and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Friday, July 18 and again from 10-11am Saturday, July 19 at Cole and Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville....
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Athalene Cantrell
September 26, 1925 - July 15, 2014
Athalene M. Cantrell, age 88, of Goodlettsville, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2014. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Goodlettsville for aproximately 60 years.
Mrs. Cantrell was preceded in death by her husband, Reed Cantrell; her parents; and sisters, Elma and Lucille.
She is survived by her son, Jerry Cantrell (Beverly); 2 grandsons, Jackie and Jesse Cantrell; 3 great...
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Paula Penick
February 17, 1964 - July 13, 2014
Paula Palermo Penick, age 50 of White House, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014.
Born in Louisiana, she was a devoted LSU fan and loved the Fleur de Lis. Ms. Penick was a extremely devoted mother and had worked for HCA for over 25 years, and loved by all who knew her. She was a dedicated member of the Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.
Ms. Penick was preceded in death by her father,...
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Paula Palermo Penick
February 17, 1964 - July 13, 2014
Paula Palermo Penick, age 50, of White House passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014. Born in Louisiana she was a devoted LSU fan and loved the Fleur de Lis. Ms. Penick was a extremely devoted mother and had worked for HCA for over 25 years, and loved by all who knew her. She was a dedicated member of the Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.
Ms. Penick was preceded in death by her father, Raymond J...
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Albert D. Oakley
June 27, 1938 - July 13, 2014
Albert Douglas Oakley, age 76, of Goodlettsville, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2014.
Mr. Oakley was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Daniel and Thuni Clark Oakley.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jane M. Oakley; daughters, Brenda Oakley Roland of Goodlettsville, Patricia Oakley Wheeler (Julian) of Goodlettsville, and Teresa Yvonne Oakley of Nashville; 4 grandchildren and 2 great...
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Wilma Taylor
November 17, 1938 - July 9, 2014
Goodlettsville, TN
Wilma Taylor, July 9, 2014, age 75. Survived by her children, Wayne Taylor, and Angela Taylor, granddaughter, Angela Taylor; brother, Vernon Stinson; sister, Retha Miller. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Thursday from 2-8pm. Chapel Service will be Friday July 11 at 11 am with Lee Hickerson, officiating. Interment Hudgins Cemetery, Fairview...
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Mildred Burnett Hooper
July 11, 1922 - June 27, 2014
Mildred Burnett Hooper, June 27, 2014, age 91 of Goodlettsville. Preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Grace Burnett. Survived by son, Jimmy (Donna) Hooper; granddaughters, Sherea (Troy) Thompson, Gidgett (Vance) Thompson, Tiffany (Randy) Binkley; great-grandchildren, Cody (Lindsey) Thompson, Tabitha Thompson, Kaci and Crimson Binkley; great-great-granddaughter Paisley Thompson, and many...
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Gerald Raymond Selby
June 30, 1940 - June 22, 2014
Madison, TN
Gerald Raymond Selby, June 22, 2014 age 73. Preceded in death by his wife, Betty Selby; parents, Beecher and Virginia Selby. Survived by his children, Butch Selby, David (Debbie) Selby, Robert (Chris) Selby, Aaron Selby; grandchildren, Nathan (Tauna), Zachary, Skylar, Jennifer, Michael, Natalie, and Isabel; great-grandchildren; Gage and Roarke, and several nieces and nephews. ...
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Paul Baggett
April 5, 1938 - June 15, 2014
Rev. Paul Baggett "The Happy Pastor" June 15, 2014, age 76. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Abbie Gail Baggett; his children, Alan (Teresa) Baggett, Alisa (Paul) Connell, Clay (Tawana) Baggett, Matthew (Rachel) Baggett; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild. Rev. Baggett served in the ministry for over 50 years, and was currently the Pastor of Living to Go Church. Visitation will be at...
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Stella Conquest Smith
December 7, 1936 - June 14, 2014
Stella Conquest Smith, June 14, 2014 age 77 of Nashville. Survived by her children, Cheryl Redding (Lee); Roy Smith, Jr. (Cindy), Michael Smith (Thomas); five grandchildren; sister, Margaret Holt. She was a 1954 graduate of East High School. Vistation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Saturday June 21, from 2 until 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lions...
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Deborah Jean Osburn
January 17, 1957 - June 12, 2014
Deborah Jean Osburn, June 12, 2014, age 57 of Madison. She is survived by her husband, Richard Osburn; children, Michelle Sutton, Lisa Osburn (Dustin Romines), and Corbin Osburn; grandchildren, Conner James Sutton and Morgan Lanae Sutton; mother, Rilla Casto; sister, Sandy Casto. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Sunday from 1 pm until service time at 3pm.
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Alice Stine
April 19, 1924 - June 7, 2014
Alice Stine
Goodlettsville, TN
Alice D. Stine, April 19, 1924 - June 7, 2014. Born in Brooklyn, NY, raised her family in WPB, FL, retired in mid-TN.
Proceeded in glory by her husband, John P. Stine.
Greatly loved by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Graveside service 1 p.m. Monday, June 9, 2014 at Beech Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 3216 Long Hollow Pike,...
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Woodrow Cook
May 27, 1922 - June 7, 2014
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Woodrow Cook
Goodlettsville, TN
Woodrow Cook, age 92, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2014. He was a veteran of WWII serving in England, France, Belgium, Luxemburg, and Germany with the 44th Engineer Combat Battalion.
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Benjamin McWhorter
August 12, 1925 - June 4, 2014
Benjamin F. McWhorter
White House, TN
Benjamin F. McWhorter, Jr., age 88 of White House, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at his home.
Mr. McWhorter was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; a daughter; a grandson; and a daughter-in-law.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dora McWhorter; son, Frank McWhorter; daughter, Beth Phillips (Steve); 5 grandchildren; 6 great...
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Benjamin F. McWhorter, Jr.
August 12, 1925 - June 4, 2014
Benjamin F. McWhorter, Jr., age 88, of White House, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2014 at his home. Mr. McWhorter was preceded in death by his parents; 3 brothers; a daughter; a grandson; and a daughter-in-law. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dora McWhorter; son, Frank McWhorter; daughter, Beth Phillips (Steve); 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. The...
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Billy Ray Pruett
October 15, 1937 - June 3, 2014
Billy Ray Pruett, age 76, of Goodlettsville, passed away Tuesday morning June 3, 2014. Mr. Pruett was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Marie Pruett; and a brother, Joe B. Pruett. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Frances A. Pruett; daughters, Jamie Carr (Ronnie) and Jina Jones (Tony); grandchildren, Holly, Ryne and Katie; brother, Martin V. Pruett (Shirley); and several...
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Bessie Lee Brown
January 1, 1908 - May 26, 2014
Bessie Lee Brown, May 26, 2014, age 106. Born January 1, 1908 in Kingston Springs, TN. Daughter of James Richardson and Luella Hay. She was the eldest of 12 siblings. Preceded in death by her Husband, Charles Brown; daughter, Charlce Clark; granddaughter, Lesa Venable. Survived by her sister, Nadine Moffett; granddaughter, Barbara Hightower; great-grandsons, Charles and James Smith; sister...
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Linda Sue Owens
October 8, 1945 - May 24, 2014
Linda Sue Owens, age 68, of Greenbrier, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014 at her home. She drove a school bus for Metro and Robertson County Schools for over 40 years. Ms. Owens was preceded in death by her father, Walter Shaffer Bean. She is survived by her mother, Reba Bean; her children, Harvey Owens III, and Patricia Galbreath (Bryant); grandchildren, Madison Grace Treadway, Tracy and...
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Mary Ella Galbreath
June 14, 1923 - May 24, 2014
Mary Ella Allen Galbreath, age 90, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, May 24, 2014 at her home. She was the best of the best. Mrs. Galbreath was preceded in death by daughters, Donna Galbreath Benek and Kristie Jo Galbreath; her parents, Hensley and Lydia Allen; and a sister, Florence Martin. She is survived by her husband, Bob R. Galbreath; children, Maxie B. Galbreath (Marty), and Kelly...
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Donald F. "Donnie" Douglas
April 26, 1937 - May 15, 2014
Madison, TN
Donald F. "Donnie" Douglas, a loving husband and father passed away May 15, 2014 at age 77. Preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Minnie Douglas, six brothers, and son, Butch Douglas. Survived by his wife of 57 years, Barbara Matthews Douglas; children, Kathye West, Tommy (Rhonda) Douglas, Mike (Kelly) Douglas; grandchildren, Danny West, Doug West, Beth (James) Couch, Jordan...
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Peggy C. Everett
January 1, 1937 - May 15, 2014
Peggy C. Everett, May 15, 2014, age 77 of Goodlettsville. Survived by her children, Cynthia E. Walter, Daniel G. Everett, Angela K. Everett, Thomas R. Everett (Doris); former husband and father to her children, Frank G. Everett; grandchildren, Amy, Tina, Katie, April, Rachael; great-grandchildren, Kirsten, Dagen, Daxten, Eden, Nathaniel, and Oliver; sister, Brenda Tritten; brothers, Duggan Crain...
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Ezell McMurtry
August 7, 1911 - May 14, 2014
Goodlettsville, TN
EZELL McMURTRY
After nearly 103 vibrant years, Ezell McMurtry died peacefully at his home in Goodlettsville on Tuesday. Always a benevolent presence with impeccable integrity to family and friends, he was a faithful and beloved husband to his wife Zelma for over 50 years. He was Sunday School Superintendent for over 25 years at Cumberland Presbyterian Church and retired...
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Fred Joe Maddux, Sr.
March 12, 1939 - May 14, 2014
Fred Maddux Sr., May 14, 2014, age 75 of Goodlettsville. Formerly of Clarksville, TN. He is preceded in death by his father, Roy Maddux; daughters, Kristin Maddux, and Lora Lynn Henslee. Survived by his wife of 47 years, Micki Maddux; children, Fred Maddux, Jr., Erin (Michael) Brake, Dwayne Maddux-Brown; mother, Mae Maddux; sister, Janet (Joe) Sloan; brother, Jim Maddux; grandchildren, Marcus...
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Edna A. Hogan Gussmann
June 14, 1925 - May 8, 2014
Edna A. Hogan Gussmann, age 88, of Goodlettsville, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014 at her home. Mrs. Gussmann was preceded in death by husbands, Raymon Hogan and Hans Gussmann; and her son, John Joseph Sesler. She is survived by her children, Peggy Ann Roberson (Leland), Dwight Derwin Sesler (Faye), Reba Hope Huffines (Mike), Helga McKee (Willie); grandchildren; Raymon Sesler (Mandy), Christy...
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Lester Armistead
October 25, 1942 - May 2, 2014
Nashville, TN --- "Lonesome" Lester Armistead, 71, founding member of The Tennessee Mafia Jug Band, has died after a battle with cancer.
With the jug band, Armistead propelled both the comedy and the old-time music with his percussive jug blowing. His powerful tenor singing recalled the late great Bashful Brother Oswald, (comedian and Roy Acuff's longtime dobro player), from whom Lester...
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Vergie Honeycutt
July 25, 1934 - April 30, 2014
Vergie Mai Honeycutt, age 79, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2014. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church and worked diligently in her church in the Women's Ministry and carried baskets to Skyline Hospital for the waiting rooms.
Vergie was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Hayden Honeycutt; and son, Johnny Wayne Honeycutt; and parents, Ernest Benton and...
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Ivan Newlin
June 2, 1949 - April 27, 2014
Ivan Noel Newlin of Madison, TN, age 64, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2014 following a lengthy illness. His children were with him bedside at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville.
Mr. Newlin was born June 2, 1949, to Henry W. Newlin and Ella P. Vann Newlin, in Manchester, TN. He attended public schools in Manchester and graduated from Central High School in 1967. He attended United...
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Richard Joseph DeSlover
February 25, 1958 - April 25, 2014
Richard Joseph DeSlover, age 56, of Greenbrier, passed away Friday, April 25, 2014 at the St. Thomas Midtown Hospital.The family will receive friends from 4-8pm Sunday at the Cole and Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
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Mary Alice Clark
June 20, 1944 - April 23, 2014
Mary Alice Clark, age 69, of Goodlettsville, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at the Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Ray Clark.
She is survived by her sons, Tommy, Steve, Mike and Tim Clark; grandchildren, Abigail, Jakeob, Jason, Jaime, Carie, Michelle, Mike Jr. and Nichole; brothers, Rick and Bill Hoffman; and several nieces,...
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Wanda Lee Gamble
October 21, 1940 - April 20, 2014
Wanda Lee Gamble, age 73, of Nashville, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2014 at the Skyline Medical Center. She was a member of Bellshire United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Gamble was preceded in death by her parents, Ernis and Martha DeSheles; and a great granddaughter, Lilly Doss.
She is survived by her husband, James Gamble; children, James Gamble, Jr. (Sheryll), Janice Gray (Harold), Jerry...
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Janice Rhea Howell
June 16, 1940 - April 17, 2014
Howell, Janice Rhea Age 73 of Nashville, TN passed away April 17, 2014 at McKendree Healthcare Center in Hermitage, TN after complications from treatment for cancer of the bile duct. She is preceded in death by her daughters, Jenny Griffin and Jamie Griffin Webb; her parents, Theda Luther Howell and Homer Charlton Howell all of Nashville, TN. She is survived by brothers Michael W. Howell of...
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Alma Mai Ford
June 3, 1930 - April 17, 2014
Hendersonville, TN
Alma Mai Ford – Age 83, April 17, 2014. She was an active member of The Servant Church in Gallatin, and loved serving alongside her church family. She worked at Baird Ward Printing Company before her retirement. Preceded in death by her husband, James H. Ford; brother, William McLaughlin. Survived by her sons, Darrell Ford (Brenda), Dale Ford (Ann), and Danny Ford (Becky...
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Faye P. Kemp
August 3, 1926 - April 16, 2014
Faye P. Kemp, April 16, 2014 age 87. Survived by her daughters, Christine Vaughn, Terry Nutter, Sharon Young; step-daughter, Vickie Forkum; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be Wednesday April 23 at 11 am at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the building fund at Cornerstone Church.
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Carrell "PeeWee" Meredith Ryan
February 16, 1933 - April 16, 2014
Carrell "PeeWee" Meredith Ryan, April 16, 2014, age 81 of Goodlettsville. Preceded in death by his son, Roger Dale Ryan Sr.; great-grandson, Joseph Ryan Combs, Jr.; brother, William Hill Ryan, Jr. Survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy Ryan; daughter, Lisa (Robert) Zupancic; grandchildren, Heidi (Joseph) Combs, Roger Dale (Melissa) Ryan, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Autumn Brooke and Summer...
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Victor Pestrak
June 22, 1955 - March 27, 2014
Victor Pestrak, Ph.D.
June 22, 1955 – March 27, 2014
A memorial service will be held for Dr. Victor Pestrak on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Cole and Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville. Dr. Pestrak was born in Chicago, Illinois and lived in Goodlettsville since 1991. He was a forensic psychologist and therapist. He is survived by his mother, wife, son, two brothers, and one sister.
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Nancy Kay Scott
October 12, 1956 - March 25, 2014
Nancy Kay Scott, March 25, 2014, age 57 of Goodlettsville. She was preceded in death by her father James "Dude" Ledford; sisters, Cathy Cook, Linda Reddin; brother, James Ledford. Survived by her son, James Crowe, daughters, Kristy Patterson and Misty Antomattei; mother, Geraldine Weaver; grandchildren, Chasity Chambers and Aliyah Antomattei. A private graveside service will be held.
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Anita Sue Blaise
February 17, 1950 - March 24, 2014
Anita Sue Blaise, March 24, 2014, age 64. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Tillery. Survived by her husband, Douglas Blaise; father, John Tillery; daughter, Audra Elizabeth (Jeremy Scott) Ownby; son, Chadwick Elliot (Kimberly) Blaise; brothers, Johnny Tillery, Harry Tillery, Frank Tillery; grandchildren, Caycee Blaise, Owen Blaise, Sydney Beth Blaise, and Jeremy Paul Ownby. ...
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Robert Austin Ridley
September 15, 1982 - March 16, 2014
Captain Robert Austin Ridley, Passed away March 16, 2014 at age 31. He is survived by his wife, Amy Haire Ridley; mother, Rosalyn Ridley; father, Stephen (Sharon) Ridley; sister, Stephanie LeJane Ridley; brother, Justin Wade Ridley; step-sister, Julie (Jeremy) Campbell; nieces, Makenzie and Brylee Campbell along with aunts, uncles, and cousins. Captain Ridley was a graduate of Hunter's Lane High...
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Dorothy Webb McMurtry
February 10, 1927 - March 13, 2014
Dorothy W. McMurtry passed quietly on Thursday, March 13, 2014, at Canton Nursing Center, Canton, GA with family at her side. She was 87 years young.
She is survived by 3 of her 4 children: daughter, Sherry M. Clark of Canton, GA; son, Ronald W. McMurtry of Morristown, Tn; and son Walter P. McMurtry of Woodbridge, VA.; 5 grandchildren Kirstie Lisa Messimer, Mendy Dawn McMurtry, Mark McMurtry...
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Mary Alice Capps
October 9, 1923 - March 6, 2014
CAPPS, Mary Alice, Passed away March 6, 2014, age 90. Preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Mary Rice, and her husband, Edward E. Capps; son, Robert Paul Capps. Survived by her sons, Kenneth Rice (Terri), and Joseph Edward (Lisa); daughter-in-law, Risa Capps; grandchildren, Kim (David) McAlister; Sarah (Trevor) Mathieson, Rebekah Capps, Catherine Capps, John Michael (Helena) Capps,...
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George Lewis Hurt
June 13, 1931 - March 1, 2014
George Lewis Hurt, age 82, of Goodlettsville, passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014 at his home. Mr. Hurt was retired from Peterbilt Motors and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Rae Hurt; brothers, Erenest, Tommy, and John Hurt; and sisters, Nona Bell Baker, and Milbry Elaine Hurt. Mr. Hurt is survived by his sons, Danny Hurt (Virginia), John Hardy Hurt;...
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Sue McVey Smoak
September 17, 1942 - March 1, 2014
Sue McVey Smoak, age 71, of Goodlettsville, TN passed away Saturday, March 1, 2014 in Nashville, TN. Preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. Survived by daughter, Tara Turner (Chris); grandchildren, Cooper and Presley Turner; 3 brothers and 1 sister. Mrs. Smoak's wishes were to be cremated and that memorial donations be made to, Millersville Elementary School, 1248 Louisville Highway,...
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Ethel Lorene O'Saile Jones
December 25, 1921 - February 17, 2014
Ethel Lorene O'Saile Jones, February 17, 2014, age 92. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bridges Cordell "Blutch" Jones; daughter, Rosemary Priest. Survived by her children, Ethel Ray Pike, Roy E. (Joan) Jones, Larry G. (Sandra) Jones, Shirley J. (Michael) Hayes, Deborah (John) Langston, Roger D. (Kit) Jones, Mark A. Jones; sixteen grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; twenty...
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Sandra Frensley Rizor
July 22, 1935 - February 13, 2014
Sandra Frensley Rizor, age 78, of Goodlettsville, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2014 at the St. Thomas West Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Thomas E. "Bo" Frensley; and her second husband, Webb Claude Rizor.
Mrs. Rizor is survived by her children, Beth Tayes (Mike), Christa Mixon, Bo Frensley, Kathy Byrd, Tommy Frensley (Dawn), David Frensley (Kim), Billy...
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James Russell Hunt, Sr.
January 5, 1944 - February 5, 2014
Gallatin, TN
James Russell Hunt, Sr. Born January 5, 1944, peacefully went home to be with the Lord February 5, 2014 at age 70. Preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Hunt; brother, Jerry Hunt. Survived by his wife, Ruby Hunt; children, Jim (Sabine) Hunt, Jr., Jeri (Tim) Bess, Jeana (Todd) Tippit, Janelle (Steve) Brewster; sister, Mary Elliott; grandchildren, Jenny Graves, Tiffany...
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Denise Darlene Gammons
September 30, 1946 - February 1, 2014
Denise, age 67, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. She was born September 30, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois and spent most of her early life in the United States at various Air Force Bases. She met Kenneth during a tour of duty with her family at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany in 1963. Upon Kenneth's discharge, they left Ramstein and established their residence...
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Thomas Earl Carpenter, Sr.
December 1, 1925 - January 28, 2014
Thomas Earl Carpenter, Sr., died Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at Vanderbilt MICU. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ethel Carpenter; a son, Thom Carpenter, Jr.; brothers, Charles Carpenter, Frank Wilson, Donald Carpenter and Willie Carpenter; and sisters, Nona Coleman, Louise Stone and Anne Jenkins.
Survived by his wife, Mildred R. Carpenter; children, Stephanie (Charles) Hill,...
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Jimmy Marie Clay
January 5, 1920 - January 27, 2014
Jimmie Marie Clay, age 94, of Goodlettsville, passed away Monday, January 27, 2014 at NHC Springfield. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Corbitt Clay. Mrs. Clay is survived by her sons, Joe A. Clay, William S. Clay (Ann), and Richard L. Clay (Liz); five grandchildren, Rhonda, Chris, Brad, Brian and Dustin; six great grandchildren; half brothers, John, G.L. and Harold Cushenberry;...
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Leona Moyers
February 3, 1923 - January 23, 2014
Goodlettsville, TN
Leona Haynes Moyers, January 23, 2014, age 90. Preceded in death by her husband, James Woodrow Moyers; son, Randy Haynes; sisters, Ida Barry, and Mildred Ausbrooks. Survived by her son, James (Dot) Haynes; sisters, Frankie (Lloyd) Gray, Phil (Frank) Terhune; Mary Robertson; brother, J.L. Ausbrooks. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Goodlettsville and retired...
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William Arthur Doherty, Jr.
September 16, 1926 - January 23, 2014
William A. Doherty Jr. of Mount Juliet, TN passed away peacefully on Jan. 23rd 2014 at the age of 87.
William was born on Sept. 16th 1926 and raised in Germantown, PA near Philadelphia. He attended Germantown High School. Shortly after high school he entered the Army to serve his country in WWII. He fought in the Battle of Leyte where victory opened the door for the recapture of the Philippines....
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Kevin Lee Tomlinson, Sr.
October 3, 1967 - January 16, 2014
Kevin Lee Tomlinson, Sr., age 46 of Hendersonville, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2014 at the VA Medical Center in Nashville following an extended illness. Mr. Tomlinson was a U.S. Navy veteran, and was a Technician with AT&T. He is survived by his sons, Kevin Lee Tomlinson, Jr. and J.T. Barnhill; parents, Van and Barbara Tomlinson; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will...
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Faye Coleman
July 21, 1942 - January 11, 2014
Faye Coleman, January 11, 2014, age 71 of Millersville. Survived by husband, Billy Ray Coleman; son, Dale (Bonnie) Coleman; grandchildren, Joshua (Amanda) Coleman, Jacob (Leora Smith) Coleman; great-grandson, Dan Coleman; sister, Sue Vanderpool; brother, Sam Hare. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Monday from 4-8pm. Chapel service will be 10 am Tuesday with...
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Ivy L. Holt Bridges
January 21, 1928 - January 8, 2014
Ivy L. Holt Bridges, January 8, 2014, age 85. She was preceded in death by her husband, Millard L. Bridges. Survived by her daughter, Helen (Larry) Garrett; sons, Millard C. Bridges, and Cecil L. Bridges, Sr; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, god-daughter, Missy Downey Wolford; sister, Polly Reed; brothers, Dan Holt, and John Holt. She was a member of Hendersonville First United...
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Martha Park Hickerson
October 20, 1937 - January 6, 2014
Martha Park Hickerson "MeMaw", age 76, January 6, 2014. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Edith Park, and her brothers and sisters. Survived by her husband of 55 years, Bill Hickerson; children, Sherri (Mark) LaFever; Lee (Joan) Hickerson; grandchildren, Brian LaFever, Chris LaFever, Deanne LaFever, Gary Hickerson, Siobhan Hickerson, and Kayleigh (Randy) Willemain; several nieces,...
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Ronald C. Gant
November 9, 1944 - January 4, 2014
Ronnie Gant, age 69, of Nashville, TN, passed away January 4, 2014. Survived by wife, Gale; daughter, Heather (Tony); Sons, Bret and Brian (Melissa); and beloved grandchildren Becca and Ethan. Visitation Cole and Garrett-Goodlettsville, 11AM to 1PM, Saturday, January 11, 2014. Casual dress/come as you are. Donations in lieu of flowers to: Don Gant Music Business Endowed Scholarship, c/o...
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James Lee Roy Moore
April 28, 1938 - December 31, 2013
James Lee Roy Moore, age 75, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at his home. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by his parents, George and Alta Moore; and 7 brothers and sisters. He is survived by 4 brothers and sisters, Richard, Charles, Patricia, and Robert; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1-3pm Saturday at the Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville....
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Elizabeth Spicer Miller
October 13, 1926 - December 31, 2013
Elizabeth Spicer Miller, age 87, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at the Hendersonville Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Miller; and her sons, Jimmy and Mike Miller. Mrs. Miller is survived by 3 grandchildren, Michael, Jonathan and Christie; and 3 great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2-8pm Thursday at the Cole & Garrett Funeral Home,...
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Ronald Douglas Brown, Jr.
May 21, 1953 - December 30, 2013
Ronald Douglas Brown, Jr., "Double R.", age 60, passed away Monday, December 30, 2013. He was a truck driver with LoJac. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his wife, Ava Brown; He is survived by his daughter, Brandy Brown; 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; father, Ronald D. Brown, Sr.; mother, Lettie Mae Ward; brother, John E. Brown; sister, Cheryl Hudson; 2 nephews and 1 niece. The...
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Justine Hope Perry Duke
January 22, 1926 - December 28, 2013
Justine Hope Perry Duke
January 22, 1926 – December 28, 2013
Justine Perry Duke passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2013, after a three-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Born and raised in Davidson County, she was a graduate of Isaac Litton High School in 1944 and returned to Litton to serve as secretary to the Principal for five years. In 1953 she married Harold Wesley Duke and...
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Robert Ragan
May 4, 1928 - December 26, 2013
Mr. Robert Blake Ragan, age 85 of Madison, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2013 at his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gila and Horace Ragan; brothers, Joe Ragan and Lloyd Ragan; sister, Elizabeth Robertson; wife, Joyce Carleise Binkley Ragan; and a son, Danny Keels.
Mr. Ragan is survived by his wife of 22 years, Pauline (Polly) Sloan Ragan; son, David (Michelle) Ragan;...
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Katie A. Wilson
March 18, 1947 - December 24, 2013
Katie A. Wilson, Born March 18, 1947, died December 24, 2013. Preceded in death by parents, Jack and Arbie Brake; brothers, Fred, David and Robert Brake; sisters, Jean McCawley, and Fran Arrington. Survived by husband of 44 years, Thomas H. Wilson; brother, Delmas (Barbara) Brake; sister, Pamela (Phillip) Jones; sister-in-laws, Barbara D. Brake (Fred), Patsy Brake (Robert); fifteen nieces and...
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Frances J. Head
December 10, 1926 - December 24, 2013
Goodlettsville
Frances J. Head, December 24, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert P. Head. Survived by her son, R. Steven (Geneva) Head; grandchildren, Robyn Head, Mary Head, Chrissi (Greg) Rodenius, Tim Head; great-grandchildren, Dominik Rodenius, and Arabella Rodenius; brother, Dorris Johnson; sisters, Sue Campbell, Norma Murphy. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home,...
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Joyce Ralph Roberts
April 17, 1955 - December 20, 2013
ROBERTS, Joyce Ralph age 58 of Goodlettsville passed away December 20, 2013. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Nora Lee Ralph. She is survived by her sons, Ryan Jennings and Jeffrey Roberts; grand daughter, Justice Jennings; siblings, Lee Elbert, Kenneth, Cecil, Linda, Joann and Jane. Family will receive friends Saturday December 21, 2013 2-8pm at Cole & Garrett, Goodlettsville....
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Danny Pursley, Sr.
November 1, 1942 - December 11, 2013
Daniel (Danny) M. Pursley, Sr. Goodlettsville, TN. November 1, 1942 – December 11, 2013. Preceded in death by father Daniel A. Pursley, mother Hattie Mai (Pursley) Clinard, brother David Pursley. Survived by wife of 51 years Linda Pursley, Son Dan (Angela) Pursley Jr., and Daughter Kim (Bolling) Thompson. Grandchildren Daniel (Trey) Pursley III, Tabatha Brooke (Mike) Keen, Daniel (Katie)...
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Forrest D. Adams
February 25, 1943 - December 9, 2013
Forrest Delano Adams, age 70, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2013. Survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Diane Adams; sister, Linda Parker; son, Eric Adams; daughters, Mischelle Cihlar, Pamela (Philip) Anderson, Amy (David) Greene; grandchildren, Christopher (Heather) Jones, Mikalaa Taylor, Joshua Adams, Michael Compton, Kearra Jordan, Elizabeth Greene; and four great-grandchildren. ...
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Patricia Ann Ryman
July 28, 1952 - December 8, 2013
Patricia Ann Ryman, December 8, 2013, age 61. Preceded in death by her son, Jimmy Word; husband, Phillip Ryman; father, Howard Edwards. Survived by her mother, Ann (Ernie) Dotson; daughter, Tina Word; grandchildren, Jamie, Josh, and Jacob Word; great-grandchild, Christopher James Kearney; sister, Susie Mogan. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Wednesday from 12...
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Avis Webb
September 25, 1913 - December 7, 2013
Avis Webb, age 100 of Millersville, TN., December 7, 2013. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Goodlettsville. Mrs. Webb was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene M. Webb, her parents and two sisters; son-in-laws, James Bahr, Richard Parker, and Billy Harris; grandson, Leslie E. Webb, Jr. She is survived by her children, Loretta Bahr Parker, Leslie Webb (Jane), Mary Elizabeth Plyler ...
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Lois "Big Mama" Brent Shoulders
April 13, 1919 - November 30, 2013
Lois "Big Mama" Brent Shoulders, born April 13, 1919, passed away November 30, 2013 at age 94. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bynum and Elizabeth Biggs Binkley; eight sisters, one brother, husband, J.D. "Driscoll" Brent, Don Shoulders; son-in-law, Roger Smith; grandson, Todd Brent, step-son, David Shoulders. Survived by daughter, Nancy Brent Smith; son, Charles D. Brent (Susan);...
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Ruth Frensley Busby
March 11, 1922 - November 29, 2013
Hendersonville, TN
Ruth F. Busby, age 91, November 29, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Busby, and son, David Busby. Survived by her son, Michael Busby (Leanne); daughters, Beverly Cantrell (Jerry), Karen Bowman (Allen); former daughter-in-law, Lawanna St. Clair; grandchildren, Tim Busby (Cathy), Sally Wooten (Shane), Jackie Cantrell, Jesse Cantrell, Dava Aul (Charlie), Lisa...
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Elizabeth Anne Bigger Garrett
May 5, 1922 - November 28, 2013
Elizabeth Anne Bigger Garrett, November 28, 2013, age 91 of Goodlettsville. Preceded in death by her husband, John Claude Garrett, Jr, son Johnny Claude Garrett III. Survived by her children, Timothy Matthew Garrett (Theresa), Nola Virginia "Jenny" Garrett Nichols (Sonny), Wilson Cole Garrett; daughter-in-law, Mrs. Johnny Claude Garrett III (Susan), all of Goodlettsville; sister, Mrs. Bessie...
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Frances Hendricks
December 25, 1920 - November 15, 2013
Frances Hendricks, Of Goodlettsville. November 15, 2013, age 92. She was preceded in death by her son, Frankie Hendricks. Survived by her children, Tiffany Hall, Jerry Hendricks, James Hendricks, and Shellie Dunn; fourteen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Sunday from 2-8pm, and Monday from 10am to 8pm. A private...
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Bessie Bass Langford
April 3, 1917 - November 12, 2013
November 12, 2013, age 96. Preceded in death by her parents, Emma Bass, and Paul J. Bass; husband, Charles William Langford, Sr.; sister, Pauline Bass; brother, Ewing Bass. Survived by daughter, Sherrie Lynn Finch (Norman), Kingston Springs, TN; son, Dr. C.W. Langford, Jr. (Lane), Owensboro, KY; grandchildren, Bill III, Brent, and Brian Langford, Hayes and David Fowler, Alisa McCutcheon; ten...
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Sheila D. Stevenson
February 1, 1956 - November 11, 2013
Sheila D. Stevenson, of Goodlettsville, November 11, 2013, age 57. Preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Edna White. Survived by her husband of 37 years, Tommy Stevenson; her children, Mary E. Dennis, Danielle Y. Stevenson, Aleshia J. Exum; son-in-law, Anthony Exum; grandchildren, Michael A. Dennis, Christopher S. Dennis, Taylor E. Dennis, Nathan Lee Jarrett, Zackary Lewis Jarrett, Brandon...
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Paul F. "Sam" Ignatz, Sr.
January 19, 1921 - November 11, 2013
Paul F. (Sam) Ignatz Sr., November 11, 2013, age 92. Preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Murray Ignatz; son, Paul Ignatz, Jr.; granddaughter, Debbie Parchment. Survived by daughters, Sandra Parchment, Kathy (Mike) Edge; son, Mike (Vicky) Ignatz; grandchildren, Todd (Caralyn) Ignatz, Brian (Beth) Ignatz, Kim Parchment Baker, Kate Edge, Rachael Edge, Michael (Erin) Edge; great-grandchildren,...
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Richard L. Randolph
June 24, 1935 - November 11, 2013
Dr. Richard L. Randolph, November 11, 2013, age 78. Survived by loving wife of 59 years, Billie Randolph; daughters, Elizabeth (Phil) Mitchell, Sheri (Darrell) White; son, Rick Randolph; grandchildren, Amber Cutrell, Shawn (Carrie) Dancer, Erin Mitchell (Olin) Thomas, Austin Mitchell, Justin Randolph, Ryan Randolph; great-grandchildren, Kealey and Emma Cutrell, Isabella and Hallie Dancer, Crew...
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Kenneth Harold Grisham
June 20, 1929 - November 8, 2013
GRISHAM, Kenneth Harold age 84 of Hendersonville, passed away November 8, 2013. He was born June 20, 1929 in the Maggart Community of Smith Co., TN to the late Henry Clay Grisham and Virginia Frances (Vaden) Grisham. He served in the US Army from 1951-1953. He worked at Metro Nashville Police Dept from 1956 until he retired in 1985. He is preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Jo Ann (Flatt)...
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Charles Gordon Latimer
September 21, 1924 - November 5, 2013
LATIMER, Charles G. age 89 of Goodlettsville, passed away November 5, 2013. He is preceded in death by his son, Charles Michial Latimer. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Bettye; daughter, Celeste (Bill) Thomas; grandsons, Nick (Kelley) Thomas, Rob (Heather) Latimer, Garth (Dana) Thomas, John (Abbey) Latimer; great grandchildren, Brooklyn, Jake, Tucker, Trent and Harper. Family will...
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Gracie Swann
May 13, 1932 - October 31, 2013
Gracie Swann, Madison/Woodbury, October 31, 2013, age 81. Survived by her daughter, Tammy (Scott) Huddleston; grandchildren, Taylor Huddleston, and Easton Huddleston; brother, Bobby (Glenda) Richards. She was a long time resident of Woodbury, TN, and a long time member of Woodbury First Baptist Church. Visitation will be at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home, Goodlettsville Friday from 3-8pm. Chapel...
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Walton Lacefield Peace
November 27, 1925 - October 24, 2013
PEACE, Walton L. age 87 of Goodlettsville passed away October 24, 2013. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Flora Peace. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Imogene Settle Peace; children, Ron (Cathi) Peace, Neil (Tammy) Peace; grandchildren, Cara (Roger) Burrows, Caysa (Jason) Elliott, Cory (Kelsey) Peace and Jordan Peace; great grandchildren, Cameron Cavanaugh, Cole...
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David Scott Johnson
January 26, 1972 - October 19, 2013
David Scott Johnson, of Goodlettsville. In loving memory of my husband. Passed away October 19, 2013, at age 41. Survived by his wife, Stacie Johnson; parents, James H. Johnson, and Dona W. Johnson; sons, Joseph C. Johnson, Jesse L. Johnson, Austin J. Rader; brothers, Kirk Johnson, Jack Johnson; sister, Mary Johnson; father-in-law, Bruce Witt; preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Linda...
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Agnes Lee Escue
April 4, 1935 - October 19, 2013
Agnes Lee Escue, October 19, 2013, age 78, of White House. Preceded in death by her parents, Murphy and Thelma Escue; siblings, Martha Brewer, George Escue, Franklin Escue, Juanita Escue. Survived by her siblings, James Escue, Catherine Norris, Helen Hunt, Marie Reed, Tony Escue, Nellie Miller, Bobby Escue, and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-8pm, and Monday from...
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Jessie Lacy
October 18, 2013
Jessie Louise Lacy, October 18, 2013, age 90. Of Alabaster, AL, formerly of Cottontown, TN. Preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Charles Wesley Lacy; brother, Herbert Parrish; sisters, Gertrude Curtis, Lorraine Jones. Survived by Patricia "Patsy" (Ralph) Jones, Montevallo, AL, Vicki (Benny) Greenhill, Alabaster, AL; grandchildren, Chuck (Lorrie) P'Pool, Scott Jones, Tracy Golden;...
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Deanna Lee Meador Harris
June 10, 1940 - October 15, 2013
HARRIS, Deanna Lee Meador, October 15, 2013, age 73 of Greenbrier/Ridgetop. Preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Maymie Meador; sisters, Betty Moore, Peggy Garrison; brother, Billy Ray Meador. Survived by her husband of 55 years, Thurman Harris; son, Calvin Harris, Ridgetop; daughter, Carol (Dwight) Leath, Madison; sister, Patricia Jackson, Foley, AL; brother-in-law, Jimmy Moore, and...
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Blake Anderson Ryan
December 14, 1986 - October 11, 2013
RYAN, Blake Anderson age 26 of Franklin fell into the arms of Jesus October 11, 2013. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward (Louise) Anderson, Cecil Ryan. He is survived by his parents, Ronald (Jennifer) Ryan; sister, Natalie (Marcus) Shute; niece, London Shute; grandmother, Joan Ryan; numerous extended family. Family will receive friends Monday October 14, 2013 3-7pm at Cole & Garrett,...
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