Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Ellen Spires
Dec 23, 2025
Ellen Spires, 71, of Maury County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025. Born on October 25, 1954, she was the beloved daughter of Thomas “Jack” Moore and Carolyn Pryor Moore and spent her life rooted in the place she loved; Maury County, where she was born, raised, and built her family. A lifelong member of Porters Chapel United...
Rita Veronica Herman
Dec 20, 2025
Rita Veronica Herman, age 55, passed away on December 20, 2025, in Columbia, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, William and Debra Sanders.
Rita is remembered by her three sons, Robert Franklin Watkins, Royce Herman, and Codie Herman, who were the pride and joy of her life. Her love for them was steadfast, selfless, and unconditional.
Rita was...
Kay Stone
Dec 17, 2025
Kay Elizabeth Stone was born on February 8, 1952, in Key West, FL to John King Stone and Pearl Tillman Stone. She spent most of her childhood in the swamps of Clay County, FL with her wild little sister Janet Gail Stone-Erdman, currently of NC. In those swamps, she learned to barrel race, and to wrangle horses, alligators, snakes, armadillos,...
Timothy Rountree
Dec 16, 2025
Timothy Blake (Tim) Rountree, 62, passed away at his new home on December 16, 2025 in Hixson, Tennessee. He was born in Columbia TN, and grew up in Mt. Pleasant.
He had a PhD in Theology and enjoyed talking about his faith with anyone who would listen. He really missed the church family at Graymere Church of Christ after he moved...
Sara Lucy Dale
Dec 14, 2025
Sara Lucy Dale, age 84, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, at her home in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. She was born on August 14, 1941, in Maury County, Tennessee, to the late Thomas Sydney Norman and Eunice Logue Norman.
Sara Lucy Dale was an amazing caregiver who devoted her life to loving and caring for her family. Her home was...
Shirley Jean Weaks
Dec 12, 2025
Shirley Jean Weaks, age 85, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, in Ethridge, Tennessee. A former longtime resident of Onsted, Michigan, Shirley will be lovingly remembered by her family and many friends.
Born on August 15, 1940, in Hohenwald, Tennessee, to the late Roy and Rena Burleson Copeland. Shirley moved to Michigan as an infant and lived there for most...
Clayborn Wallace Hill
Dec 11, 2025
Clayborn Wallace Hill, age 80, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at his home in Bedford County, Tennessee.
Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, Lindsey and Mary Elizabeth Hill; his son, Timothy Wayne Hill; and several siblings. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Shirley Hill of Unionville, TN; his brother, Robert Hill of Westmoreland,...
Larry M. Webb
Dec 10, 2025
Larry M. Webb, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, at University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Larry was born on February 2, 1942, in Eupora, Mississippi. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, retiring with the distinguished rank of Master Chief, a role that reflected his dedication, leadership, and commitment to service. Following his...
Steve Andrew Gillenkirk
Dec 10, 2025
Steven Andrew Gillenkirk passed away December 10,2025 at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN. Born in Monroe County, Michigan. He is preceded in death by his parents Vincent and Norma Gillenkirk. More details forthcoming.
Steve Osborne
Dec 9, 2025
Steven “Steve” Osborne, 67, passed away on December 9, 2025, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter, love, and deep devotion to his family.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Gladys Osborne, and his siblings Larry Osborne, Wanda Graham, and Billy Wisdom. He is survived by his loving wife, Eleanor Osborne, who was the...
Debbie Carr
Dec 7, 2025
Debbie Carr, a woman with a heart big enough to hold her entire family, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth touched everyone lucky enough to know her.
Born in Chicago, Illinois to her late parents and preceded in death by her mother, father, and brother, Debbie lived a...
Craig Taylor
Dec 5, 2025
Craig Holman Taylor, age 77, passed from this life on December 5, 2025, in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born in Springfield, TN, Craig was part of the very first class of the then-new Columbia State Community College, which held its earliest courses at First Baptist Church in Columbia. He later continued his studies at Middle Tennessee State University before moving on to Austin...
Ann Pogue
Dec 5, 2025
Anna “Ann" Laura Angus Pogue went to be with the Angels on Friday, December 5th, 2025 - the day after her 71st birthday. Ann was the child of the late Ruth Gupton Angus and Stewart Angus. She was a lifelong resident of Columbia and was a proud member of First Baptist Church of Columbia.
Ann was blessed with a quick mind,...
Melody Brewer Haywood
Dec 4, 2025
Melody Brewer Haywood, of Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on December 4, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 10, 1959, in Columbia to the late Raymond “Blackie” Brewer and Betty Joan Brewer.
Melody lived a life rooted in love, family, and service. She adored her daughters beyond measure and took immense pride in the women they...
Naomi Ruth McCracken
Dec 3, 2025
Where do you begin to sum up the life of one of the most amazing women that ever lived? Born July 2, 1938 in Charleston West Virginia to Clinton and Eufa Hudson, one of nine children, she spoke with much fondness of growing up “out on the ridge”. It was a loving family that remained close into adulthood. From an...
Wanda Stewart
Dec 3, 2025
Wanda Stewart, age 77, passed away on December 3, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. She was born on January 1, 1948, to the late James and Ruby Collins.
Wanda was known for her giving heart and her warm, welcoming nature—she truly never met a stranger. She had a lively spirit and could rarely be found sitting still....
Gail Landers
Dec 2, 2025
Sandra “Gail” Landers, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on December 2, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1963, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, to James and Mary Beshearse.
Gail was a hardworking woman whose life was rooted in faith, kindness, and service to others. She loved Jesus deeply and lived her life as an example of compassion, charity, and genuine care for...
Larry Copeland Jones
Nov 29, 2025
Larry Copeland Jones, age 84, passed away on Saturday, November 29th, 2025 at Life Care Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
He was born on May 14th, 1941 to the late Ernest and Virginia Jones of Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. Larry lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and deep love for his family.
Larry is survived by his beloved wife Deborah, his son...
Jerry Lee Minor
Nov 27, 2025
Jerry Lee Minor, 84, of Columbia, TN, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025.
Born in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, Jerry was the son of the late Carl and Ann Marie Minor. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Elizabeth Minor; his second wife, Alana Minor; and his sister, Barbara Ann (Don) Awalt.
Jerry is lovingly remembered by his sons, Jason...
Fred Hime Gillham
Nov 20, 2025
Fred Hime Gillham, Sr., 83, of Clifton, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Born on September 14, 1942, in his family’s home in Clifton, Fred was the beloved son of the late Fred E. Gillham and Delia Belle (Hime) Gillham.
Fred was truly one of a kind—they broke the mold, as many who knew him would say. He...
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