Michael Gann
, Tennessee
September 17, 1970
Mr. Michael Gayle Gann age 55 of Woodbury passed away Thursday August 13 2026 at Willow Branch. He was born on September 18 1970 in Cannon County. He is survived by his mother stepfather Debbie Smith David Kelley of Woodbury and several aunts uncles cousins also survive. Michael was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church and worked in automotive retail. He was a simple man and loved family gatherings and spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed anything automotive car shows drag races watching Westerns. Funeral Services will be at 12 Noon Saturday August 15 2026 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Adam Smith Bro. Hunter Stanfield officiating. Visitation will be from 10 am to 12 Noon Saturday at Woodbury Funeral Home. Wind chime was purchased for the family of Michael Gayle Gann by Pleasant View Baptist Church Family. David and Debbie In loving…
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Joyce Pelham
, Tennessee
Ms. Joyce Robinson Pelham 82 of Woodbury passed away Saturday August 8 2026 at Woodbury Health and Rehab. Born in Cannon Co. she was the daughter of the late Richard Alex Robinson Sr. and Lizzie Bell Davenport Robinson. In addition to her parents she is also preceded by her husband of 50 years Jerry W. Pelham soninlaw Richard Bogle and brothers Dewey Robinson John Alice Robinson R.A. Robinson Jr. and sisterinlaw Mildred Robinson. She is survived by her children Terry Wayne Sue Pelham of Woodbury Angie Billy Rogers of Manchester Amy Eddie Court of Woodbury grandchildren Britney Joe Wilder Chase and Cameron Bogle and Alexis Grady Tenpennygreat grandchildren Bryleigh Reynolds Autumn and Ian Wilder. Also surviving are her brothers Raymond Sue Robinson of Woodbury and James Robinson of OH. A member of Sunny Slope Baptist Church she and her husband Jerry owned Pelhams Auto Salvage. She was a devoted homemaker…
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Wilma Prater
, Tennessee
Wilma Joyce Parker Prater age 92 of Woodbury passed away Sunday August 2 2026 at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro. Born in Cannon County she was the daughter of the late Alex Brown Parker and Gladys Opal Duke Parker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband B.H. Prater Jr. greatgranddaughter Sienna Owens brothersinlaw Truman Prater Haskell Prater J.C. Prater and Eldon Prater and sistersinlaw Nora St. John and Lola White Ramey. She is survived by her children Elaine Kenneth Hughes of Decherd Waldon Prater and Anthony Beth Prater of Woodbury grandchildren Bryan Lori Hughes and Dara John Currie greatgrandchildren Spencer Destiny Hughes Emma Grace Hughes Sierra Owens Stuart Kayle Owens and Savannah Owens greatgreatgrandchildren Scarlet Hughes Calvin Benschoter and Braden Benschoter sister Gloria Stewart of Woodbury brother Avon Parker of Muncie Indiana and a very special friend Lisa Brown. Ms. Wilma was a faithful member…
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Jr. Charles Walton
, Tennessee
Mr. Charles Harry Walton Jr. passed away Friday July 17 2026 St. Thomas Rutherford ER following injuries sustained in an auto accident. Born in Rutherford Co. he is the son of Reba Sellars Walton of Murfreesboro and the late Charles Harry Walton Sr. He was also preceded in death by his son Daniel Walton and fatherinlaw Buddy Ray Mayo. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife Sheila Mayo Walton of Woodbury son Charlie "Cody" Walton of Woodbury daughter Kimberly Grizzle of Woodbury grandchildren Callie Trevor Givens Allie Walton Hallie Walton Elaina Turner and Raylin Grizzle great granddaughter Iris Givens his sister Malissa Tim Key of Murfreesboro and motherinlaw Marcia Mayo. Several nieces nephews and cousins also survive. A member of the Baptist church he was the owner of Anytime HVAC. He loved watching football coaching youth football and softball. Charles will be remembered for his kind…
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Donald Cranston
, Tennessee
Donald Eugene Cranston 79 of Readyville passed away at his home Saturday August 8 2026. Born in Orange Co. CA. he was the son of the late Leon and Emma Martin Cranston. In addition to her parents he was preceded in death by his wife Rose Cranston. He is survived by his children Kim Cranston Smith of OR. Tyler Amber Cranston of N.H. Erica Cranston Adam of Readyville and siblings Deanna Wilson of OR. and Jim Cranston of NV. Mr. Cranston retired from Benchmark Electronics where he was director of operations. He enjoyed woodworking and watching sports including football. A private memorial service for Mr. Cranston will be held at a later date. Woodbury Funeral Home 6155632311 or to leave condolences and memories for his family please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net
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Mary Johnson
, Tennessee
Ms. Mary Evelyn Alford Johnson 91 of Woodbury passed away Monday August 3 2026 at Woodbury Health and Rehab. Born in Coffee Co. she was the daughter of the late Nathan Thomas Alford and Lucy May Finley Alford. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Vanus Johnson and her siblings Minerva Espy Annie Ruth Prater Thomas Alford George Allen Alford Billy Wayne Alford Marion Alford Bobby Alford and two infant brothers. She is survived by her two brothers Henry Carolyn Alford of Woodbury and Donnie Jan Alford of Jackson. Several nieces and nephews also survive. A member of the Center Hill Baptist Church she was a homemaker. She loved working in both her flowers and in her garden. Her family will receive friends Thursday August 6 2026 beginning at 1000 A.M. Funeral services will follow at 200 P.M. in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral…
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David Forkum
, Tennessee
David Angelo Forkum 71 of Woodbury passed away at his home on July 8 2026. Born in Akron OH. on December 29 1954 he was the son of the late Garland and Ruby Forkum. He is survived by his daughter Nickie Carpenter and his grandson Liam Wickham.He is also survived by Nickies brother Matthew McIntosh who always considered him as a part of the family as well as Nickies mom Bonnie Jennings who always loved him deeply. David had a kind heart and his laughter and smile would light up any room. He is strongly missed and forever will be loved. David has been set free from the burdens of this world. He was a believer in Jesus Christ and now resides triumphantly alongside of him where he awaits his daughter and grandson whom he loved more than anything in this world. A Celebration of Life will be held on…
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Margaret Pate
, Tennessee
Ms. Margaret Duke Pate 66 passed away Friday August 14 2026 in Chattanooga. She was born on October 22 1959 in Cannon County. She is survived by her daughters Hannah Matthew White of Pikeville Rachel Daniel McFerrin of Centertown grandchildren Layla Purvis Jordan White Marshall McFerrin and Parker McFerrin. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Jesse Pate III parents Nick Nichols and Ione Nichols and sister Wanda Roberts. She was a devoted Christian and homemaker who enjoyed playing with her dog Lillie rollerskating and antiquing. Her favorite was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Funeral Services will be 2 PM Monday August 17 2026 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Al Bugg officiating. Visitation will be from 10 AM to 2 PM Monday at Woodbury Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the BrewerWiley Cemetery. A little bit of sunshine was purchased for the family…
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Randall Taylor
, Tennessee
Mr. Randall Taylor 80 of Auburntown passed away Monday August 3 2026 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born in Kannapolis N.C. the son of the late William C. and Mallie Tate Taylor. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Ethan Cord Taylor and siblings Rachel Melton and J.T. Taylor. He is survived by his three sons Don Taylor Aubrey Rachel Taylor and Cody Taylor Amber Gunter all of Auburntown grandchildren Daisy Taylor Corbitt Taylor Lorali Taylor Kaylyn and Kelci Taylor siblings Wayne Kathy Taylor of Woodbury and Darlene Jack Knowles of Baxter. Also surviving is the mother of his children Jeanette Irvin Taylor of Auburntown. A member of the Taylors Chapel Baptist Church Randall was retired from Heritage Farms and was a lifelong farmer. Randall enjoyed staying busy farming fishing playing bluegrass music and studying his bible. Memorial visitation with the Taylor…
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Michael Pevahouse
, Tennessee
Michael Rodney Pevahouse 75 died Friday August 14 2026 at Brookdale Senior Living in Tullahoma. Born in Chattanooga he was the son of the Roby Pevahouse and Ruth Cavendar Pevahouse. He is survived by his brother Jeff Wanda Pevahouse of Jackson TN. and his half brother Bobby Sondra West of Nashville and his special cousin Tommy Gina Woodson of Manchester. Also surviving are several nieces nephews and cousins. Mr. Pevahouse was retired from TN. Wildlife Resources. He loved anything to do with being outdoors most importantly hunting and fishing. Graveside services will be 230 P.M. Wednesday August 19 2026 at MalesusEbenzer Cemetery 140 Medon Malesus Rd. Medon TN. 38356.
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