Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Gracie King
Jul 18, 2026
Gracie King, age 89, passed away peacefully in her home in Culleoka, Tennessee.
Born on January 25, 1937, in Elkmont, Alabama, Gracie was the daughter of the late William Street and Velmer Irene Street. She was a funny, precious, and easygoing woman whose kind heart and compassionate spirit made her a treasured friend to many. Her warm personality and gentle nature...
Audrey Denise Ashworth
Jul 21, 2026
Audrey Denise "Boo-Boo" Ashworth passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center, in Columbia, TN.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Cecelia Taylor Stewart; her in-laws, Walter Ashworth and Vera McIntyre; sisters ,Penny Campbell, Tootie White, and Pam Scott; her brother, John Haygood; her nephew, Donald Ray Collins, Jr.
She is survived by her...
Pam Oldham
Jul 9, 2026
Pamela Gayle Oldham, affectionately known as Pam, passed away peacefully at her home in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, on July 9, 2026, at the age of 68.
Born on June 15, 1958, to the late John "Mac Shivers and Marian Shivers, Pam lived a life defined by service, love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She proudly served her country in the United...
Perry Gibson
Jul 20, 2026
Perry Gibson, age 38, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026.
Born on August 7, 1987, Perry was the son of Frankie Gibson and Teresa Lang Demand. He was a creative soul with a curious mind and a love for working with his hands. Perry enjoyed tinkering with just about anything, always finding satisfaction in fixing, building, or creating something new....
Mike Flynt
Jul 22, 2026
Michael Wayne Flynt, age 68, of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
The family will visit with friends and family at Williams Funeral Home, Columbia from 1 pm-4 pm on Sunday, July 26th.
Mike was born on February 25, 1958, to the late James Roy and Jennie Mae McGee Flynt in Mt. Pleasant, TN. He was the...
Pamela Ann Lasure
May 6, 2026
Pamela Ann Lasure passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
Born in Clarksburg, Pamela was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence H. Fiber, Sr. and Ann Fiber, and by her brother, Clarence H. Fiber, Jr.
She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Noel Lasure, Sr.; and their four “roses,” Noel Jr. (Lorna) Lasure,...
Dorothy Jean Salhany
Jun 23, 2026
Dorothy Jean Graves Salhany passed away peacefully Tuesday evening, June 23, 2026 at the age of 98. Dorothy was born October 24, 1927 to pastor Cecil Frank Graves and his wife, Lucile Whiteneck Graves.
Seventh-day Adventist pastor C. F. Graves was pastor in Lawrence County, TN for many years. Dorothy told stories of her childhood growing up on Tripp Road just...
Linda Sue Cummins
Jul 19, 2026
Linda Sue Cummins, age 77, of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Lawrenceburg Highway on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Linda is survived by her devoted husband, Jerry Cummins; her son, Jeremy Cummins; her grandson, Bryan Cummins; her sister, Sherry (Darryl) Holt; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Elizabeth...
Thelton Hill
Jul 14, 2026
Thelton Hill, age 99, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026, at Limestone Nursing Home in Athens, Alabama.
Born on July 22, 1926, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, Thelton was the son of the late Marion Luther Hill and Ruth Hill. Throughout his long life, he was known as a kind, gentle, and loving man and a faithful member of Jackson Heights Church...
Jeannie Tice
Jul 13, 2026
Stella "Jeannie" Tice, age 72, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee.
Born on July 25, 1953, in Maury County, Tennessee, Jeannie was the daughter of the late Raymond Massey and Nell High Massey. Throughout her life, Jeannie was known for her warm heart and welcoming spirit. She truly never met a stranger, making friends wherever she...
Evan Marsch
Jul 12, 2026
Evan Michael Marsch passed away on Sunday, July 12th 2026 Evan was a beautiful and talented son who was always sweet, caring.
He had a passion for music, especially the guitar and was always writing his own music. Evan always followed his own path and knew where he wanted to go in life and was one of the brightest kids we...
Gary Allen Shaw
Jul 7, 2026
Gary Allen Shaw, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 7, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 69. Gary was born on November 29, 1956, in Germany, to Bernell and Carol (Weigum) Shaw. True to form, he packed more living into his years than most people would manage in two lifetimes.
Gary grew up in...
Patricia Ann Tanner
Jul 6, 2026
Patricia Culpepper Tanner, age 85, of Athens, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026.
Born on April 1, 1941, in Section, Alabama, Patricia lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family. She was a woman of strong Christian faith who found great joy in studying the Bible and listening to Southern gospel music.
Patricia’s greatest happiness came...
Jane Adele Scott
Jul 4, 2026
Jane Adele Scott, lovingly known simply as Jane Adele, passed away on July 4, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee, at the age of 33.
Born on May 28, 1993, in Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, Jane Adele was the cherished daughter of Ramsey Faber Scott and Anne Desmond Scott. From an early age, she possessed an extraordinary creative spirit and a brilliant mind that...
Mary Reece
Jul 4, 2026
Mary Reece, age 94, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at NHC in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on August 16, 1931, in Bethel, Alabama, Mary was the daughter of the late Robert and Velma Thornton. She devoted her life to her family as a loving mother and homemaker, creating a home filled with love, care, and unwavering support. Mary was also...
Robin Wintheiser
Jul 3, 2026
Robin Wintheiser was born February 27, 1956 in Prentiss, Mississippi and was raised by her mother and step-father, Marilyn and Ellis Douglas. Her early childhood memories included riding along with her grandfather (Pap) while delivering propane in rural Mississippi. Her grandfather and grandmother, Reggie and Alleen (Memaw) Myers, lived across the street and owned Service Butane Gas Company, which was...
Alline Curry
Jul 2, 2026
Alline P. Curry, aged 86, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026. Born on December 28, 1939, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Alline brought warmth, kindness, and joy to everyone who knew her throughout her long and meaningful life.
Alline's greatest legacy was her family. She is survived by her loving sister, Helen Harris. She leaves behind her devoted children: her son, William...
Joyce Thompson
Jul 1, 2026
Joyce G. Thompson, age 67, passed away peacefully at St. Thomas West Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Born on January 30, 1959, in Columbia, Tennessee, Joyce was the daughter of the late Virginia and Clyde Cozart. She was the second youngest of eight children and graduated from Columbia Central High School with the Class of...
Nathaniel Hampton
Jun 30, 2026
Nathaniel Hampton Sr. peacefully departed this life on June 30, 2026, at the age of 89.
Visitation with family will be Monday, July 13, 2026, from 11:00AM to 12:00PM. with funeral service to follow at 12:00 PM at Saint Ruth PB Church. Interment will be in Orr Chapel Cemetery, 8397 W. Sheepneck Road, Sandy Hook, TN. Officiant will be Rev Lesa...
Scott Churchwell
Jun 29, 2026
John Scott "Scott" Churchwell, 71, of Leoma, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Scott was born on March 22, 1955, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Warren "WJ" Churchwell and Joyce Churchwell, who preceded him in death.
Scott was a proud union electrician and retired member of the IBEW. Throughout his career,...
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