Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Ruby Bridges
Jan 20, 2024
Ruby Jean Gray Bridges, age 77, wife of Raymond Stanley Bridges of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center. Born on February 22, 1946 in Maury County, Tennessee, Ruby was the daughter of the late Marion Estes Gray and the late Rosie Lee Lemay Gray of Mt. Pleasant, Tn.
She married her one true...
Jack L. Stiles
Jan 18, 2024
Jack L. Stiles, a man of unwavering dedication and profound love passed away on January 18, 2024. Born on August 24, 1956, in Red Bud, Illinois, Jack was the beloved son of the late Edward M Stiles and Frances L. Stiles. After a lifelong career, he retired from General Motors, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and commitment.
Jack's interests...
Lola "Granny" Little
Jan 17, 2024
Lola “Granny” Bell Roberts Little, age 89, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mountain City, Tennessee, Lola was the daughter of the late William Earl Roberts and Dora Mabel Horne Roberts.
Granny’s life was a testament to finding joy in the simple things. Her greatest source of happiness was her family, whom she cherished...
Rick Harrison
Jan 15, 2024
George Richard "Rick" Harrison, aged 68, passed away on January 15, 2024, at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was born on December 25, 1955, in Owensboro, Kentucky, to the late Cecil Taylor Harrison and Maxine Costich Harrison.
Rick’s soul was saved at the Hall Street Baptist Church in Owensboro, KY, where his faith flourished. His most cherished Christian...
Dennis Loyd Collins
Jan 15, 2024
Dennis Loyd Collins, age 75, passed away unexpectedly in his home in Culleoka, Tennessee, on January 15, 2024. Born on June 7, 1948, in Giles County, Tennessee, to the late Roy Dean Collins and Birdie Alene Watts Collins, Dennis was one of six siblings.
Dennis found the love of his life, Sandy Whitehead, and on October 15, 1976 they joined...
Casey Harrington
Jan 13, 2024
Casey Harrington, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly due to natural causes on January 13, 2024, at his home in Natick, Massachusetts. He was born on September 29, 1974, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Hal Harrington and the late Sherry Rudolph Harrington.
Casey was a proud graduate of the Hume-Fogg Academic High School Class of 1992 and the...
Jerry Allen
Jan 11, 2024
Jerry Allen of the Mt Joy community passed away on January 11, 2024.
Jerry was born on July 8, 1935, in Maury County and the son of the late Harvey Allen and the late Tempie Rochelle Allen. He is survived by his children Dianne (William) Dunnebacke, Judy (Steve) Wade, Michael (Cheryl) Allen, grandchildren, Emily (Jonathan) Wright, Timothy (Laura) Wade, Tyler...
David Lee Boyd
Jan 10, 2024
David Lee Boyd, aged 79, of 110 Jackson Street, Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 7, 1944, to Harold and Louise Boyd in Mount Pleasant, he TN, was a cherished member of the community.
David graduated from Haylong High School in 1962, where he demonstrated his leadership skills...
James Cozart
Jan 10, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Cozart, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and a pillar of his community. James departed this world on January 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and a deep appreciation for the great outdoors.
Born on July 25, 1959, in Lewisburg, Tennessee, James was...
Carolyn J. Nowack
Jan 9, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn J. Nowack on January 9, 2024, in Columbia, TN. Born on November 27, 1946, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Carolyn was the cherished daughter of the late Edward Mitchell and Elizabeth Harrison Mitchell.
Formerly a resident of Racine, Wisconsin, Carolyn was one of five siblings, sharing her upbringing with Edward...
Robert Matthews
Jan 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert E. Matthews, a cherished soul whose quiet gentleness, and tender, vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Robert departed this world on January 8, 2024, at his residence in Leoma, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of love, friendship, and boundless adventures.
Born on July 28, 1953, in Loretto,...
Gerald S. Paul
Jan 7, 2024
Gerald S. Paul, a devoted family man and proud patriot, passed away on January 7, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 21, 1938, in Columbia, Tennessee, to the late Author L. Paul and Vera Smith Paul. Gerald served his country with honor, dedicating three terms to the United States Army and bravely...
Ethan Lovell
Jan 6, 2024
Ethan Lovell, a beloved son, grandson, and friend, departed this world on January 6, 2024, at the Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on May 11, 2005, in Jackson, Tennessee, to the loving embrace of Breanne Lovell. Ethan brought joy and warmth to the lives of those around him.
Ethan was a young soul with a passion for...
Mary Frances Flippen
Jan 4, 2024
Mary Frances Flippen was born on December 12, 1942 in Decatur, Alabama and entered Heaven on January 4, 2024. She was welcomed by her grandparents Marguerite Simmons and William Hampton Shaw and Annie Gurley and Joseph Wheeler Flippen Sr. Also, there to welcome her with open arms were her parents Marguerite Shaw and Joseph Wheeler Flippen Jr. and...
Jeffrey Stanfill
Jan 2, 2024
Jeffrey "Jeff" Stanfill, aged 57, passed away on January 2, 2024, in Lewisburg, Tennessee. He was born on November 2, 1966, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Jasper and Linda Stanfill.
Jeff found joy in golfing during his leisure time and had a deep appreciation for various genres of music, with a special fondness for the tunes of George Strait. A dedicated...
Nancy Lee Belmonte
Jan 2, 2024
Nancy Lee Polasek Belmonte, born on January 2, 1935, in Pontiac, Michigan, peacefully passed away on January 2, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late George and Georgiana LaLonde Polasek and one of six siblings.
A faithful member of the Gulf Shore Congregation in Naples, Florida, Nancy was a social butterfly who found joy...
William J. Croft
Dec 30, 2023
William “Bill” J. Croft, 54, of Pulaski, TN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 30, 2023, after an unsuccessful battle with cancer. He was born on February 20, 1969, in Montour Falls, NY to the late Gail and Walter Croft.
Bill was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a loving...
Larry Steve Clawson
Dec 30, 2023
Larry Steve Clawson, age 70, passed away peacefully in his home on December 30, 2023. He was born on May 9, 1953, in Columbia, Tennessee, to the late John "Blackie" Riley and Hassie Pearl Clawson.
Steve was known for his stubborn and hardheaded nature, coupled with a strong work ethic that defined him as a dedicated and determined individual....
Ka'laia Nikol Alred
Dec 28, 2023
Ka’laia Nikol Alred passed away on December 28, 2023 at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Ka'laia was born on October 1, 2023, to her loving parents Alaia Pitts and Treanus Alred in Columbia, Tennessee.
Ka’laia was a beacon of beauty and love. She will be deeply missed by her family and all of the friends surrounding them.
Ka'laia’s...
Dorothy Faye McCanless
Dec 28, 2023
Dorothy Faye McCanless, age 89, passed away in her home in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee on December 28, 2023.
Born on July 3, 1934, Faye was the daughter of the late J.B. McCormick and Mable Lyles McCormick. She graduated from Hay Long High School in 1952. In 1954, she married the love of her life, Allen McCanless. Together, they raised two...
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