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William R. Hood

William R. Hood

Dec 20, 2024

William "Bill" R. Hood, age 84, passed away on December 20, 2024 in Columbia, Tennessee.

Full obituary details are coming soon.

The family will receive friends on Friday, December 27, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:45 PM, with a graveside service at 2:00 PM in the Garden of Peace at Polk Memorial Gardens.

The care of Mr. William R. Hood and his family...

Keith Clayton

Keith Clayton

Dec 19, 2024

Keith Robin Clayton, 60, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, at St. Thomas Hickman in Centerville, Tennessee. Born March 19, 1964, in Florence, Alabama, Keith was the beloved son of Jean Clayton and the late Kenneth Clayton.

Keith had a passion for the great outdoors. Whether hunting, fishing, searching for arrowheads, or enjoying time on the river, he found joy...

Dorothy Westover

Dorothy Westover

Dec 18, 2024

Dorothy Westover, born September 3, 1936, in Absecon, New Jersey to the late Clarence and Dorothy Homan. Dorothy passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. 

Dorothy was a vibrant soul whose presence lit up any room. She had a passion for life that was as bright as her favorite color, pink, often accented...

Nancy Ann Salrin

Nancy Ann Salrin

Dec 14, 2024

Nancy Ann Salrin, a lifelong resident of the Santa Fe community, passed away peacefully with her devoted husband by her side. Born on Valentine’s Day, 1945, in Maury County, Tennessee, Nancy was the daughter of the late Olen and Oma Bradford Sutherland.

Nancy’s roots ran deep in Santa Fe, where she lived her entire life, finding joy and fulfillment in the...

Jacqueline Pope Kelley

Jacqueline Pope Kelley

Dec 12, 2024

Jacqueline Pope Kelley departed this life on December 12, 2024, in Columbia, Tennessee. Born in Walker County, Georgia, to the late Jack Pope and Reva Kelley Pope, Jacqueline’s remarkable journey was defined by her sharp intellect, creativity, a passion for learning, and zest for life.

A scholar at heart, Jacqueline received an Associate of Arts degree from Georgia Southern College, a...

Albert Charles Watson

Albert Charles Watson

Dec 10, 2024

Albert Charles Watson, Jr., age 63, passed away on December 10, 2024, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.

The care of Mr. Albert Charles Watson, Jr. and his family has been entrusted to the staff of Williams Funeral Home. To share words of comfort and condolences, please visit www.williamsfh.com

Faye Davis

Faye Davis

Dec 9, 2024

Faye Davis, age 92, passed away on December 9, 2024, at Mount Pleasant Health and Rehab in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee.

Faye was born on December 24, 1932, to the late Lucy Henson Stewart who later married Robert Stewart. She and Willie Wright Davis were married many wonderful years before God called him home. She worked as a homemaker and as an...

Jerry L. Craig

Jerry L. Craig

Dec 8, 2024

Jerry L. Craig, age 57, passed away on December 8, 2024, at St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, Tennessee. Jerry was born on March 1, 1967, in Jackson, Tennessee, to the late Floyd Albert Craig, Sr. and Norma Evans Knox.

A proud patriot, Jerry enlisted in the United States Navy after graduating high school, dedicating his service to our nation. He...

Beth Zaunbrecher

Beth Zaunbrecher

Dec 7, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Zaunbrecher, lovingly known as "Beth," ascended to her Heavenly home on December 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 30, 1982, in Cass City, Michigan, Beth was the cherished daughter of Robert and Debra Stevens Brinkman.

Beth graduated from Central Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a milestone that marked the beginning of...

Bobby Ray Lemay

Bobby Ray Lemay

Dec 6, 2024

Bobby Ray Lemay, 75, of Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on December 20, 1948, in Mount Pleasant, he was the son of the late Johnny W. Lemay and Martha Pierce Lemay.

Bobby was a devoted family man who centered his life around the people he loved. Whether...

Tildon Lee Workman Jr.

Tildon Lee Workman Jr.

Dec 6, 2024

Tildon Lee Workman Jr. passed away on December 6, 2024, at the age of 70, surrounded by his beloved wife, daughters, and grandchildren. Born on April 4, 1954, Lee lived a life full of love, service, and adventure. He was a proud U.S. Marine who served from 1971 to 1976 during the Vietnam War as an E5 sergeant. His time...

Betty Lou Jacobs

Betty Lou Jacobs

Dec 5, 2024

Resting in the Mountains 

Betty Lou Jacobs, age 72, returned to the embrace of the Mountain on December 5, 2024, passing peacefully at her home in Tracy City, TN, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late James Frederick “Fritz” Scharer and Joyce Nina (Cagle) Scharer. At a young age, Betty found her heart and...

Caleb Rooker

Caleb Rooker

Dec 5, 2024

Caleb Rooker passed away on December 5, 2024, in Giles County, Tennessee. Born on April 16, 1999, in Columbia, Tennessee, Caleb was the beloved son of Chris and Diana Rooker.

An avid outdoorsman, Caleb found his greatest joys in nature. He loved wading in the river, fishing, hunting, and setting up deer cameras to observe wildlife in their element. Caleb also...

Ann Vandiver

Ann Vandiver

Dec 4, 2024

Margaret Ann “Nan” Vandiver, age 82, passed away peacefully, on December 4, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family.

Ann, the daughter of the late James and Josephine Grooms, was born January 8, 1942. She graduated from Hay Long High School in 1960, and in the years after graduating she worked as a secretary at the Mt. Pleasant...

Margaret Raymond

Margaret Raymond

Dec 4, 2024

Margaret Marie Kelley Staggs Raymond, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on December 4, 2024, at the home of her granddaughter in Unionville, surrounded by the love of her family.

Margaret was born on September 12, 1933, in the Williamsport area to the late Herbert and Eliza Potts Kelley. She was a woman...

Kimberly Kay Gomez

Kimberly Kay Gomez

Dec 3, 2024

Kimberly “Kim” Kaye Murphy Gomez, age 59, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on November 8, 1965, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was the daughter of Donald Ray Murphy and Carole Boattenhammer Murphy.

Kim was a radiant and vibrant soul, whose outgoing personality and genuine kindness touched everyone she met. Her warm...

Junior Vandiver

Junior Vandiver

Dec 3, 2024

Horace Allen “Nunior/Junior” Vandiver Jr., age 62, passed away peacefully, December 3, 2024, at his home.

Junior, the son of Horace Allen and Margaret Ann Vandiver, was born July 21, 1962. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1982. Junior held many jobs, including Menasha Packaging, American Bank Note, and most recently Ryder.

Junior loved spending time with his family, especially...

Robbie Smith

Robbie Smith

Dec 3, 2024

Robbie Smith, age 82, passed away peacefully in her home with her husband by her side after an extended illness on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Born on June 30, 1942, to the late Harvey and Luanna Butler, Robbie lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to her family and friends.

A lifelong adventurer, Robbie found joy in traveling with...

Rickey Lee Lehew

Rickey Lee Lehew

Dec 2, 2024

Rickey Lee Lehew, born on September 10, 1958, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, in Lebanon, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Gene Lehew and Joan Binkley. Rickey’s life was a journey defined by adventure, hard work, and an enduring love for family and friends.

A self-employed truck driver, Rickey was driven by his desire to explore the...

Melinda A. Buie

Melinda A. Buie

Dec 2, 2024

Melinda Buie left this world far too soon on December 2, 2024, in Summertown, Tennessee. She was born on November 3, 1971, and raised by her parents, Linda Marie Isabell Young and Jerry Young, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.

Melinda will forever be remembered for her sparkling personality and boundless heart. Her radiant smile could brighten any room, and her thoughtful nature...

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