Robert Dale Garrett
, Tennessee
Robert Dale Garrett age 80 of Byrdstown TN passed away Tuesday August 4 2026 at the Pickett Care and Rehab Center. He was born December 30 1945 in Byrdstown TN to Delmar and Mary Winningham Garrett. He attended Smyrna Church drove a school bus worked for the Pickett County Highway Department and was a lifelong farmer. Robert Dale was survived by his wife Shirley Tompkins Garrett son Luke Garrett daughter Kim Arms Bryan granddaughter CarolAnn White Remi sister Joyce Sweat brother Wendell Garrett Jimmie Nell and a special brotherinlaw Gary Young Linda. He is also survived by other family and friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers Gearlie Garrettt Kendall Garrett sisters Carol Aaron and Janice Neal. Funeral services were held Saturday August 8 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Keith Pryor and Bro. Rick Cross officiating. The burial…
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Rex Pryor
, Tennessee
Rex Allen Pryor age 75 of Byrdstown TN passed away Friday July 3 2026 at Livingston Regional Hospital. He was born June 23 1951 in Albany KY to Waverly Spat Pryor and Elsie Hickman Pryor. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Army a member of the Byrdstown Masonic Lodge 496 a cabinet dealer carpenter and mechanic. He was preceded in death by his parents Spat and Elsie Pryor 4 brothers Harce Pryor Carl Pryor Ray Pryor and Ralph Pryor 2 sisters Lorene Nadonnelly and Helen Crawford. Rex was survived by 3 daughters Renee Pryor Robbins and husband Anthony Dr. Karen McLerran and husband Joe Kristie Eden and husband Brandon 8 grandchildren Andy Robbins Becca Carlie Robbins Caleb Lexie Robbins Amelia Robbins William Spencer McLerran Kaylynn Dalton and Marley Dalton 3 greatgrandchildren Raelynn Robbins Renlie Robbins and Alden Robbins 1 sister Judy Pryor 1 brother William "Bill" Pryor…
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Brad Yates
, Tennessee
August 18, 1985
He was born on August 19 1985 in Crossville TN to Haskell Yates and Donna Bridges Cope. He worked at the Pickett County Highway Department and was a lifelong mechanic. He took pride in hard work and helping others. He was known for his humor and generous heart. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and cherished the time he spent with family and friends. He was survived by his mother and stepfather Donna and Jimmy Cope his father Haskell Yates Sarah McMahon his daughters Kayleigh McMahon and fianc Hayden Bond and Ily Yates his brothers James Yates and wife Jennifer and Will Cope Stepbrother Patrick Cope and wife Tabitha and his granddaughter Drue Bond. He was preceded in death by his grandparents James Edward and Minnie "Dude" Yates Edgar Bridges and Wanda Huddleston. Visitation will be held at Brown Funeral Chapel on June 1 2026 at 1100…
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Jackie Jones
, Tennessee
Jackie Ray Jones age 79 of Byrdstown TN passed away Tuesday May 26 2026. He was born May 21 1947 in Albany KY to Cliant Jones and Pearl Gunter Jones. He was a garment factory employee. Jackie was preceded in death by his parents Cliant and Pearl Jones wife Justine Winningham Jones 1 son Davey Jones 2 brothers E.J. Jones Jerry Jones 1 infant brother 2 sisters Sharon Cross and Norma McCane. Jackie was survived by 2 sons Dwight Jones Marilyn Roger Jones Tina Brown 4 grandchildren Jeremy Jones Kailyn Riddle Jonah Jones Kelsey Jones 8 greatgrandchildren Tate Kyndrix Jace Brynlee Easton Reagan Jaxson and Kyker 1 sister Ann Cook. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Friday May 29 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Rick Cross officiating. The burial was in Winningham Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Jeremy Jones…
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James Jim Huddleston
, Tennessee
James William Huddleston better known as Jim age 79 of Byrdstown TN passed away Saturday February 21 2026 at Pickett Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born January 18 1947 in Albany KY to Bethel Ray Huddleston and Violet Leta Reagan Huddleston. He was a member of Etter Baptist Church and a former truck driver for Pepsi. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Bethel and Leta Huddleston 1 brother Joe Kendall Huddleston 1 sister Barbara Diane Huddleston. Jim was survived by 1 brother Ray Huddleston Ruby 1 sister Teresa Storie Terry Clark sisterinlaw Jan Huddleston. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Wednesday February 25 2026 at 100 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Eric Thoman officiating. The burial was in Rich Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Terry Clark Tiffney Cooper Dan Huddleston Joey Huddleston Tim Huddleston Matthew Storie and Reagan Storie.…
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Neva Moon
, Tennessee
Neva See Clayborn Moon age 97 of Byrdstown TN passed away Tuesday February 10 2026 at her residence. She was born August 1 1928 in Jamestown TN to Wheeler Rose Clayborn and Veary Belle Pennycuff Clayborn. She was a member of Frogge Chapel United Baptist Church. Neva enjoyed taking care of babies sewing flowers and gardening and feeding anyone that came through the door. She was preceded in death by her parents Wheeler and Veary Clayborn husband Drannon Moon 1 daughter Carlene Hargrove 1 son David Moon 1 grandchild Brad Cooper 2 sonsinlaw Ken Farmer and Herbert Crabtree 4 brothers Sammy Oz James and Ernest Clayborn 2 sisters Maggie Moon and Thelma Hurst. Neva was survived by 2 daughters Linda Crabtree Barbara Smith and husband Alan 2 sons Mark Moon and wife Bertha Faye Kip Moon and wife Sandy 1 daughterinlaw Judy Moon numerous grandchildren greatgrandchildren and greatgreatgrandchildren 2 sisters…
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Linnie Jordan
, Tennessee
December 26, 1986
Linnie spent her entire life loving her family. As an early teenager she left school to help her parents Titus and Matha Walker raise her younger siblings. She loved them like her own children. On March 9 1957 she married the love of her life Paul Buford Jordan and they moved to Nashville where they lived for 25 years. After raising three children in Nashville they moved back to her hometown of Byrdstown Tn. After suffering a severe stroke in 2004 she provided care for Paul until his death on June 23 2013. Her son Steven Frank Jordan passed away December 27 1986. Her son Buford Ray Jordan passed away on May 31 2023. Her stepson David Nolan Jordan passed away April 3 2013. She is survived by her daughter Sandra Daniel and husband Richard. She was very proud of the loving care they both provided especially over the last…
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Nell Appleby
, Tennessee
Nell Dena Beaty Appleby age 71 of Byrdstown TN passed away Monday January 26 2026 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She was born June 12 1954 in Byrdstown TN to Glad Beaty and Katie Mae Flowers Beaty. She attended Upward Church and was a former secretary. She was preceded in death by her parents Glad and Mae Beaty 1 son Michael Appleby 2 sisters Leta Dyer and Barbara Bilbrey 2 brothers Lonnie Beaty and Kay Beaty. Nell was survived by 1 grandchild Zack Appleby 1 greatgrandchild Luna Jo Appleby 2 sisters Carolyn Cope and Deborah Stockton 1 brother Ernie Beaty. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Friday January 30 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Dale Cox and Bro. Robert Ridgeway officiating. The burial was in Story Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Zack Appleby Zack Hickey Lonnie BeatyTyler Byers Buster…
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Tim Smith
, Tennessee
Timmothy Wayne Smith better known as Tim age 65 of Byrdstown TN passed away on Monday August 3 2026 at TriStar Centennial Medical Center. He was born December 25 1960 in Albany KY to Levi Seth Smith and Bonzie Alline Garrett Smith. He attended the First Baptist Church of Byrdstown and was a former garment factory employee. He was survived by 1 brother Johnny Smith 1 nephew Adam Levi Smith 1 uncle Ben Crabtree 1 aunt Brenda Smith. Also survived by other family members and friends. Memorial services were held Monday August 10 2026 at 1000 AM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Dr. Bill Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends Monday from 900 AM until the service at 1000 AM at Brown Funeral Chapel. In loving memory of Tim Smith thanks Tim for being such a good friend to Ivan Give Ivan a hug when you see him in…
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Watson Pryor
, Tennessee
Watson E. Pryor age 83 of Byrdstown Tennessee passed away on Thursday July 16 2026 at Livingston Regional Hospital. He was born on May 7 1943 to Webster Marion Pryor and Bulah Dowdy Pryor. Watson grew up in Byrdstown but at the age of 18 he left his small hometown and moved to Aurora Illinois near Chicago where he built a life and career. In 1962 while working at R M Kauffmans he met the love of his life. They were married on October 26 1963 and together they shared a lifetime of love while raising their three children Carol Rob and Deanna. Watson was known for his strong work ethic and exceptional mechanical ability. Gifted with his hands he enjoyed solving problems and fixing just about anything. Throughout his career he worked for R M Kauffmans AustinWestern Illinois School District 129 the Illinois Tollway System and Farmers Insurance. Watson…
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Sandra Smith
, Tennessee
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Louise Cope
, Tennessee
Martha Louise Claborn Richardson Cope age 90 of Byrdstown Tennessee passed away peacefully on Monday July 6 2026 at Pickett County Care and Rehabilitation. Born on October 14 1935 in Clinton County Kentucky Louise was the daughter of the late Claude and Mary Garrett Claborn. She lived a life marked by unwavering faith quiet strength and a deep love for her family and community. Louise was a member of First Baptist Church of Byrdstown and a dedicated member of the Eastern Star for more than 50 years. She enjoyed reading sewingespecially quiltingtraveling cooking and searching for treasures at yard sales. Above all she cherished every moment spent with her family and friends. Her home was a place of warmth laughter and unconditional love. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands Eugene Richardson and Eugene Cope her son Danny Richardson her daughter Pamela Richardson her…
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Shirley Scott
, Tennessee
It is with deep love and gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Mulder Scott age 79 who went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 23 2026. Shirley was a devoted follower of Christ and His Word whose faith guided every part of her life. She lived with kindness compassion and unwavering love for her family and all who knew her. A faithful wife loving mother cherished grandma and proud greatgrandma she created a legacy of faith strength and grace that will continue through her family. Shirley was born on October 22 1946 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids Michigan to John and Clara Mulder. She married her high school sweetheart Don on December 1 1967. Together Don and Shirley had three children Russel Sheila and Seth. They raised their family in South Florida and then moved to Tennessee.…
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Hurlen Beaty
, Tennessee
Hurlen Beaty age 72 of Pall Mall TN passed away Friday May 8 2026 at The Medical Center Albany. He was born October 1 1953 in Albany KY to Jonathan Edward Beaty and Gracie Poore Beaty. He was a farmer. Hurlen was preceded in death by his parents Ed and Gracie Beaty 2 brothers Harvie and Lowen Beaty 4 sisters Clarice Sullivan Ernie Beaty Gist Hurst and Arzia Cooper. Hurlen was survived by 1 son Ronnie Beaty Tammy 2 grandchildren Gracie Beaty and Hailey Beaty 1 greatgrandchild Oaklynn Harden 1 sister Various Beaty 1 brother Garland Beaty. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Tuesday May 12 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. JB Stinson officiating. The burial was in Davidson Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Tammy Beaty Gracie Beaty Hailey Beaty Jay Harden Harlee Larson Jonathan Beaty and Ethan Norris.…
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Glen Berry
, Tennessee
Glen Monroe Berry age 79 of Byrdstown TN passed away Tuesday April 7 2026 at his residence. He was born February 5 1947 in Robbins TN to Jerry Berry and Flara Griffith Berry. He was a Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Army a former correctional and law enforcement officer. He was preceded in death by his parents Jerry and Flara Berry 1 sister Ruth Stoll 4 brothers Odell Winton Frankie and Dennis Berry. Glen is survived by his wife of 55 years Emily N. Einarsson Berry 2 daughters Deborah Cardente and husband Richard Jennifer VanBuren and husband Chris 4 grandchildren Andrew Crump Richard Cardente Matthew Crump and Braeden Crump 1 sister Opal Clayborn 1 brother Jimmy Berry 4 nephews Jerry DeMetro and wife Melissa James DeMetro and wife Monica Bernie Copeland and wife Jennifer Wayne Clayborn and wife Aimee. Also survived by great nieces and nephews other family members…
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Lois Howell
, Tennessee
Lois Louise Kiger Howell age 81 of Byrdstown TN passed away Saturday March 14 2026 at Pickett Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 25 1944 in Indianapolis IN to Herb L. Kiger and Evelyn Faye Moffitt Kiger. She was a longtime resident of Byrdstown moving there with Cliff and Chris around 1988. She loved birdwatching socializing with friends and neighbors and doting on her grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all who knew her. Lois is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years Clifford parents Evelyn and Herb loving stepfather Joseph F. Kennedy 3 brothers Michael Claffey Daniel Barker and Herb E. Kiger 5 sisters Nicki Kennedy Hundley Nancy Claffey Phillips Carol Claffey Carrico Phyllis Kennedy Bobbitt and Paula Kennedy Irvin. Lois is survived by 2 sons Chris Andrea of Watonga Ok Jeff of Atlanta GA stepson Mike Kathy of Monroe TN 3 grandchildren Caleb…
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David Coleman
, Tennessee
David Maynard Coleman age 72 of Livingston TN passed away Friday February 27 2026 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born February 11 1954 in Knoxville TN to Minor Coleman and Lerlene Steakley Coleman. He was of the Christian faith and a dispatcher for Livingston Police Department. David was preceded in death by his parents Minor and Lerlene Coleman father and motherinlaw Hivus and Anna Marie Storie sisterinlaw Alice Storie. David was survived by his wife Cheryl Lynn Storie Coleman 2 brotherinlaws Bob Storie Bill Storie and wife Bernice. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services was held Tuesday March 3 2026 at 1000 AM from Speck Funeral Home in Livingston TN with Bro. Travis Simpson and Chief Ray Smith officiating. The burial was in Calvary Cemetery in Byrdstown TN. Serving as pallbearers were Jonathan Storie Josh Storie Jon Storie Brayden Storie Alex Storie Taylor Storie…
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Doe Clark
, Tennessee
Celebration of life services in Tennessee will be Saturday June 6 2026 at 1200 PM from Oak Grove Church in Monroe TN. Burial of the cremains will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Katherine Dorena Doe Wilson Clark of Sterlington LA. was born Feb. 23 1948 in Byrdstown TN. to Jimmy and Bonza Wilson and passed from this life Feb. 15 2026 in Monroe LA. Kathy grew up in the small town of Byrdstown TN. After graduating High School she briefly attended Belmont College before joining the Navy. She attended boot camp in Bethesda MD followed by training at Great Lakes NavalHospital in Great Lakes IL. She then transferred to Norfolk Dispensary in Norfolk VA. where she was a Corpsman working in the dispensary before receiving an Honorable Discharge prior to the birth of her first child. Doe and her husband made their home in Rock Island IL. where they raised…
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Maxine Beaty
, Tennessee
Maxie Irene Beaty better known as Maxine age 95 of Pall Mall TN passed away Friday January 2 2026 at Pickett Care Rehabilitation Center. She was born March 20 1930 in Pickett County TN to John A. Beaty and Fatina Hinds Beaty. Maxine was a homemaker enjoyed cooking working in the garden and flower bed and crocheting. She attended Smyrna Church while her health permitted. She was preceded in death by her parents John A. and Fatina Beaty 4 brothers Owensby Lex Caster Harley and Hasca Beaty 5 sisters Chloe Thelma Beaty Vannie Upchurch Inus Byrd Fonzie Storie and Myrtle Brown. Maxine was survived by nieces nephews great nieces great nephews other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Monday January 5 2026 at 700 P.M. from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Randy Tompkins officiating. The burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Jamestown TN on Tuesday January 6 2026…
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Linda Savage
, Tennessee
Linda Cheryl Garrett Savage age 71 of Livingston TN passed away Friday December 19 2025 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born February 9 1951 in Livingston TN to Ottis Garrett and Marchie Smith Garrett. She was of the Baptist faith and an automotive factory employee. She was preceded in death by her parents Ottis and Marchie Garrett 1 brother Ronnie Garrett. Graveside services were held Sunday December 21 2025 at 200 PM in Story Cemetery. The burial was in Story Cemetery. Be the first to share your favorite memory photo or story of Linda. This memorial page is dedicated for family friends and future generations to celebrate the life of their loved one. We ask on behalf of the family that you keep your comments uplifting and appropriate to help all who come here to find comfort and healing.
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James Vincent
, Tennessee
James C. Vincent age 87 was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ leaving this world surrounded by the love prayers and memories of the family and church family he cherished so deeply. A devoted father grandfather brother and friend his life stood as a powerful testimony of faith service hard work and enduring love. He was born and raised in Pall Mall Tennessee to his loving parents Lula Upchurch and Mack Vincent. A proud Vietnam veteran James faithfully served his country as an airborne soldier with the 82nd Airborne Division and the 187th Infantry Regiment. His courage discipline and sense of duty shaped the man he was and the values he lived by throughout his life. Blessed with strong hands and an unyielding work ethic James was truly a jack of all trades. He could build or fix nearly anything managed a farm filled with…
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Ronnie Matheny
, Tennessee
Ronnie Curtis Matheny age 72 of Byrdstown TN passed away Thursday October 16 2025 at his residence. He was born September 28 1953 in Livingston TN to William Curtis Matheny and Anna Mae Flowers Matheny. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Byrdstown and a log buyer. Ronnie was survived by his wife Diane Rich Matheny 1 daughter Pyretta Elder 1 son William Matheny and wife Amanda 5 grandchildren Malli Camryn and Layla Elder Finley and Hattie Claire Matheny mother Anna Mae Matheny sisterinlaw Becky Matheny. Also survived by several nieces and nephews other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Curtis Matheny 1 brother Donnie Matheny father and motherinlaw Bill and Faye Rich. Funeral services were held Monday October 20 2025 at 200 PM from First Baptist Church of Byrdstown with Bro. Rick Cross Jack Winningham and Butch Smith officiating. The burial…
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Leland Garrett
, Tennessee
Leland Garrett age 91 of Monroe TN passed away on Wednesday August 5 2026 at his residence. He was born on April 1 1935 in Monroe TN to Calvin L. Garrett and Velma Garrett Garrett. He attended Oak Grove Baptist Church and was a former phone manufacturer. He farmed all of his life. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 2 brothers Calvin Garrett Jr. Larry M. Garrett and 1 sister Wanda Price. He was survived by 1 daughter Judith Akhras Omar 1 brother Russell Garrett 1 sister Patricia Bandy and 1 grandson Aeson Akhras. Memorial services were held Tuesday August 11 2026 at 1000 AM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Brent Clark officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 900 AM until the service at 1000 AM at Brown Funeral Chapel
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Patricia Rinberger
, Tennessee
Patricia Inez Hill Rinberger age 71 of Byrdstown TN passed away Friday June 26 2026 at Summit Medical Center. She was born June 27 1954 in New Castle IN to David Hill and Colleen Chilton Hill. She was a member of Oldsmar Baptist Church in Oldsmar FL and she was a church secretary. Patricia was survived by her husband Ken Rinberger Jr. 2 sons William K. Rinberger III and Bryon David Rinberger 5 grandchildren 2 sisters Brenda Dawson and Stephanie Lee 2 brothers Roger Hill and Clinton Hill. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Friday July 3 2026 at 200 PM at Brown Funeral Chapel with Dr. Bill Taylor officiating. The burial was in Smyrna Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 100 PM until the service at 200 PM at Brown Funeral Chapel. Designers choice bouquet was purchased for the family of…
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Melva Nunnery
, Tennessee
May 31, 2026
Melva Lee Herrick Nunnery 72 of Byrdstown died June 1 2026 at home surrounded by love. She was born August 23 1953 at Ft. Madison IA the sixth child born to Marion E. and Louise M. Wenke Herrick. She grew up on the family farm south of Montrose IA. She graduated from Central Lee High School and Southeastern Community College. Melva was active with Great River Players in Keokuk IA performing in and directing many productions as well as serving on the board of directors. She was also involved with the Iowa Community Theater Association where she served on the board of directors holding the office of vice president. Melva moved to Florida where she met and married Robert E. "Bob" Nunnery who survives. They moved to Byrdstown TN where Melva became active in the community. She worked at Legends of Dale Hollow and Sunset Marina before retiring. She was…
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Dean Reeder
, Tennessee
Eudean Mavis Harding Reeder better known as Dean age 89 of Byrdstown TN passed away Monday June 1 2026 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born October 2 1936 in Byrdstown TN to Elmer Harding and Ellen Bilbrey Harding. She was a garment factory employee. She was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Ellen Harding husband Cee Reeder 1 daughter Shirley Stockton 2 brothers Keith Harding and Roger Harding 1 sister Faye Reeder. Dean was survived by 1 son Larry Keith Reeder 3 grandchildren Jennifer John and Rena 6 greatgrandchildren and 2 greatgreatgrandchildren 1 sister Linda Rich and husband Pete 1 brother Michael Harding. Also survived by other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Thursday June 4 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Rick Cross officiating. The burial was in Story Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers were Les Reeder Robert Reeder Pete…
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William Garry Pugh
, Tennessee
Garry leaves behind a son Joe Pugh wife Karen Pugh two sisters Regina Pugh husband Mike Carr and Shirley Sells Price husband Jerry Price two grandkids Zach Pugh wife Abbie Pugh Darren Pugh wife Sarah Pugh three great grandkids Luna Pugh Delilah Pugh Elliott Pugh and two nephews Ryan Sheffield and Jason Sheffield. Garry was preceded in death by his father Joe Tom Pugh sister Jean Evelyn Pugh sister Kathy Louise Pugh Sheffield mother Mary Alice Lynch Pugh Sells and stepfather John Sells. Garry grew up in Clifton TN was a graduate of Ambassador College in Big Sandy Texas and led a life of a salesman starting with Motorola where he helped to sell into the transition of technologies from twoway radios to the new cellphone tech. Garry then sold cameras that watched space shuttle launches top gun fighting school and the nuclear power plant fusion processes. Garry loved animals…
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Paul Akin
, Tennessee
It is with profound sorrow but also unending gratitude that we announce the passing of Paul Nathan Akin Sr. on May 23 2026. A vibrant husband father grandfather and brother Paul was born on February 11 1939 to Pauline Gaines Akin and Nathan Hezekiah Akin in Arp Tennessee. Paul lived a full and energetic life marked by constant exploration persistent joy and above all kindness and honesty. Paul believed in education from a young age. At age 16 he was hit by a car while riding his bicycle across the highway He still finished his sophomore year in a body cast. At age 18 with the help of his brothers Paul built a car to drive to college at UT Martin. When they didnt offer the full fouryear degree in Civil Engineering he transferred to the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. It was there he met his wife Dorothy Ann…
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Kenny Sheppard
, Tennessee
Kenneth Ray Sheppard better known as Kenny age 66 of Byrdstown TN passed away Tuesday April 7 2026 at his residence. He was born June 21 1959 in Crossville TN to Jessie Fred Perkins and Margie Lucille Sheppard Sheppard. He was a HVAC technician. He was preceded in death by his father Jessie Fred Perkins 1 sister Tammy Perkins 1 halfbrother Steve Koger. Kenny was survived by 1 daughter Elaine Sheppard 1 son Kenneth Ray Sheppard II 3 grandchildren Levi Brittney and Charlie mother Margie Perkins 3 sisters Robbin Rochelle Patricia Slaven and Jeanie Hughes 2 brothers Steve Sheppard and Bobby Stockton. Also survived by nieces nephews mother of his children Debbie Sheppard other family members and friends. Funeral services were held Saturday April 11 2026 at 200 PM from Brown Funeral Chapel with Bro. Rick Cross Kenneth Sheppard II and Jackie South officiating. The burial was in Edgefield Cemetery.…
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Barbara Bilbrey
, Tennessee
Barbara Kay Lee Bilbrey age 74 of Byrdstown TN passed away Saturday February 28 2026 at her residence. She was born January 11 1952 in Livingston TN to Omer Lee and Bessie Mae Booher Lee. She was a garment factory employee. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Omer and Bessie Lee husband Joe Bilbrey 4 brothers Hue Lee John Lee Betty Delmer Lee Betty Lou Jimmy Lee Juanita 3 sisters Wyncie Shelley Faye Manis Bob Betty Mae Flowers Roy brotherinlaw Johnnie Bilbrey future soninlaw Daniel Richardson. Barbara was survived by 2 daughters Amanda Hughes Greg Melissa Lee 1 grandchild Kaylee Hughes 1 brother Sam Lee Peggy sisterinlaw Judy Rector brotherinlaw Donnie Shelley. Also survived by other family members and friends. Graveside services were held Wednesday March 4 2026 at 200 PM from ChanuteCampbell Cemetery with Bro. Donnie Shelley officiating. The burial was in Chanute Campbell Cemetery. There will…
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