Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Donald Williams
Oct 25, 2026
Donald Franklin Williams, age 89, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. He was born on November 5, 1936, in Sylacauga, Alabama, to the late Thomas Newton Williams and Mary Laura Pruitt Williams.
Don was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was filled with family, faith, and a...
James E. Hayden
Oct 27, 2026
James “Jim” Edmond Hayden, age 77, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on October 27, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
Born November 11, 1948, Jim was raised in Bridgeport, Kentucky, by the late William Arthur Hayden and Evelyn Smith Hayden.
Jim was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose strength, kindness, and generous heart touched the lives of everyone...
Franklin D Lee
Nov 10, 2026
Franklin was born to Albert and Lena Morton Lee in Waynesboro on “Fifth, third, thirty-seven” as he said it. He went to be with Jesus on November 10, 2026. He lived a beautiful 89 years. We are certain he was met immediately by his faithful wife of 69 years, Reva Lee.
Franklin was the owner of Lee’s Mobil Station and then...
Martin "Tootie" Woodard
Nov 9, 2026
Martin “Tootie” Woodard, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away surrounded by the love and memories of a family who will forever cherish him on Monday, November 9, 2026.
Tootie was a man who found happiness in life's simple pleasures. He loved spending time outdoors, especially deer hunting, and enjoyed the excitement of racing. He had a special...
Barbara Heier
Nov 7, 2026
Barbara Heier, age 75, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. She was born on September 18, 1951, in Girard, Pennsylvania, to the late Robert Charles Hopkins and E.J. Bacik Hopkins.
Barbara was a loving, kind, and nurturing woman whose heart was devoted to caring for others. She dedicated 50 remarkable years of...
Juanita Irene Polk Russell
Nov 2, 2026
Juanita Irene Polk Russell, age 81, of Athens, Alabama, was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 2, 2026.
Irene was a loving mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, and friend. Affectionately known as “Mama” to her children, “Grandmama” to her grandchildren, and “Gigi” to her great-granddaughter, she leaves behind a lasting legacy of faith, music,...
Jeanette C Ebert
Nov 2, 2026
Jeanette “Jeanie” C. Ebert of Duck River, TN, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2026, after a brief illness.
She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. She is preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Julius “Jim” Ebert, her son Julian Michael “Mike” Ebert, and 12 sisters and brothers.
She is survived by her son Julius M....
Cecil Scott
Oct 31, 2026
Cecil “Doughbelly” Scott, a man of unwavering faith, a giving heart, and a larger-than-life personality, passed away on October 31, 2026. He was born on June 14, 1965, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Annie Chapman and the late Clyde Cecil Scott.
Known affectionately as “Doughbelly,” Cecil was a man who truly loved life and knew how to make the most of every...
Debbie Sewell
Oct 24, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” H. Sewell, age 71, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, October 24th 2026, with her loving and ever-devoted husband by her side.
A Maury County native, Debbie was the daughter of Jo Murphy Hudson and the late Jack Hudson Sr. She graduated from Columbia Central High School with the Class of 1973, then attended classes at MTSU and went...
Tracy Sue Chapman
Oct 23, 2026
Tracy Sue Chapman, (Wells), of Pulaski, Tennessee, passed away at the age of 59.
Born on April 17, 1967, in St. Thomas, Kentucky, Tracy dedicated 25 years of her life to nursing, a profession through which she served and cared for others.
Tracy was the beloved wife of Jeff Chapman, with whom she shared 12 years of marriage. Together, they enjoyed spending...
Linda Cochran
Oct 23, 2026
Linda Jane King Cochran, 89, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at NHC Maury.
The youngest of six siblings, Linda was born in Maury County on June 29, 1937, to the late Charles Edward King and the late Rhoda Carena Lindsey King. After graduating from Columbia Central High School in 1955, she moved to Nashville, where she was...
Faye Bennett
Oct 22, 2026
Cora Faye Bennett, age 88, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at NHC Lawrenceburg Healthcare.
Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Williams Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM...
Beal Uptain
Oct 22, 2026
Collie Beal Uptain, age 69, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at NHC Maury in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on September 7, 1957, in Columbia, Tennessee, Beal was the son of the late John and Orell Uptain.
Beal was a simple, hardworking man who found joy in the little things in life. He believed in the value of an honest day's work...
Wanda Aregis
Oct 20, 2026
Wanda Aregis passed away on October 20, 2026 in Columbia, Tennessee.
Our Father, who art in heaven,
Hallowed be thy Name.
Thy kingdom come,
Thy will be done,
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our trespasses,
As we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,...
John Sheumaker Sr.
Oct 20, 2026
John Sheumaker Sr. was born on July 22, 1947, in Corning, Iowa, and passed away on October 20, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee.
A private graveside service will be held with family.
Linda Haney Marcum
Oct 19, 2026
Linda Haney Marcum, 75, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. Born April 17, 1951, to Tom and Edith Haney, Linda spent her life in Middle Tennessee, surrounded by the family and friends she loved.
Linda was spirited, funny, and social, with a gift for bringing people together. She loved cooking, sewing, and gardening, and especially enjoyed hosting...
Jerry L. Ballard, Jr.
Oct 17, 2026
Jerry L. Ballard, Jr., age 65, passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee. He was born on November 27, 1960, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Patsy J. Daniels and the late Jerry L. Ballard, Sr.
Jerry was a man who valued education and believed in the importance of continuing to learn and grow. He proudly earned his bachelor's degree...
Joan Marie Shrader
Oct 16, 2026
Joan Marie Shrader, age 72, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, October 16, 2026.
Joan was a hardworking and dedicated woman who spent much of her life on the open road. She worked as a truck driver for Sharp Transport for over 20 years, sharing countless miles and memories with her beloved husband, John, as a...
Patty Denise LeMay
Oct 15, 2026
Patty D. LeMay, age 60, passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center. She was surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on October 3rd, 1966 in Columbia, TN. Patty was the beloved child of Claude E. LeMay, Sr. and the late Ruby Dean Boshers. Throughout her life, Patty was known for her dedication in the Armed Services....
Tommy Nicholson
Oct 12, 2026
Thomas Wayne “Tommy” Nicholson passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2026. He was born on May 19, 1942 in Columbia, Tennessee, to the late E.T. and Ruth Nicholson.
Tommy was a familiar face in his community, having spent many years running a small-town grocery store. He enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, whether it was spending a day...
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