Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
James Edward Harvell, Jr
Mar 9, 2026
The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Williams Funeral Home.
A funeral service with military honors will be held on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the Arbors Pavilion at Polk Memorial Gardens on Trotwood Avenue.
A full obituary will be published soon.
Tonya R. Andrews
Mar 8, 2026
Tonya R. Andrews passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and devotion to her family.
She is lovingly remembered by her Husband, Greg Andrews; Children, Jenny (Rob) Beets and Chaney Turnbo. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Jacob (Tiffany) Sprinkle, Parker Beets, Estella Beets, and Jasper Turnbo. Tonya was also blessed with...
William R. "Willie" Runions Jr
Feb 18, 2026
William R. “Willie” Runions Jr. passed away on February 17 at Maury Regional Medical Center following an extended illness.
Willie was born on April 12, 1966, to the late William Robert Runions Sr. and Jo Ann King Runions. From an early age, he carried a strong spirit and independent nature that would define the way he lived his life.
Anyone who knew...
Bessie Ermine Irelan
Mar 6, 2026
Bessie Irelan, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026. She was born on April 24, 1951, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, to the late Major Mobbs and Mable Ingram Mobbs.
Bessie grew up in Lawrenceburg alongside her siblings, surrounded by family and the natural beauty of southern Tennessee that she would come to love throughout her life. From an early age...
Constance "Connie" McClain
Mar 4, 2026
Constance Anne “Connie” McClain, age 62, of Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, arrived at her Heavenly Home on Wednesday March 4th. Connie was born on September 22, 1963, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Eugene Searson and Vivian Bates Searson. She spent her entire life rooted in the small town of Mount Pleasant, a place she loved deeply and where she built a life...
Velma Regina Brooks Johnson
Mar 2, 2026
Velma Regina Brooks Johnson was born to the late Hattie Mae Cobble (J.B.) on March 5th, 1967, in Maury County, Tennessee. She departed this life March 2, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Regina has always had the heart of a servant. She loved and cared for people differently, selflessly pouring into her family and friends. She would...
Rex Winfield Heaton
Feb 28, 2026
Rex Winfield Heaton, age 71, of Nashville, TN, formerly of Illinois, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Rex was preceded in death by his parents.
Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Betty Bailey (Austin) of Paintsville, KY, formerly of Lawrenceburg, TN. He also leaves behind siblings and a host of friends who will forever carry his memory in...
Dawn Marie Arrowood
Feb 23, 2026
Dawn Marie Arrowood, age 48, of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Dawn lived a life filled with love, laughter, and deep devotion to her family. She met the love of her life, John, and the two built a beautiful marriage that spanned 30 years. Together they created a life grounded in faithfulness,...
Pamela Ruth Odom
Feb 23, 2026
Pamela Ruth Odom passed away peacefully at her home in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, on February 23, 2026. She was born on October 21, 1955, in Madison, Tennessee, to James Davis and Betty Smith Davis.
Pamela lived a simple and meaningful life. She worked for many years in various convenience stores, dedicating herself to her work and eventually becoming a manager. She took...
Nathan Peter Sadler
Feb 22, 2026
Nathan Peter Sadler, 26, passed away on February 22, 2026.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Nathan was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend whose presence brought joy and strength to those around him. He is survived by his loving mother, Melanie Curll, and his father, Lawrence Sadler; his siblings, Aaron Sadler and Krystal Kondratowicz; his maternal grandmother, Cynthia Deluca, and maternal...
Ricky Lain Johnson
Feb 22, 2026
Ricky Lain Johnson, age 71, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at NHC-Maury Regional Transitional Care Center.
Born on August 22, 1954, in Columbia, Ricky was the beloved son of Paul and Roberta “Cook” Johnson. He grew up alongside his two siblings, sharing a childhood full of memories that he carried with him throughout his life. Columbia was always home...
Edward Eugene Pigg
Feb 20, 2026
Edward Eugene “Gene” Pigg, 89, passed away peacefully at his home in Summertown, Tennessee, on February 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and the land he cherished so dearly.
Gene was born to Roy and Ada Pigg, who preceded him in death, along with his brother, Leland Pigg, and grandson Bradley Pigg. He is survived by his devoted...
Angela Hall
Feb 18, 2026
Mary Angeline Lovell Hall, age 79, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Columbia, Tennessee.
Angela was born in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and service to others. She dedicated her career to caring for people as a nurse, a role that reflected her natural kindness and compassion.
She had a deep love for cooking,...
Peggy Jo Cole
Feb 15, 2026
Ms. Peggy Jo Cole (nee Nance) was born February 7, 1960, in Maury County, Tennessee to her parents, the late Mr. Ollie Claude (O.C.) Nance and Mrs. Betty Jo Nance (nee Bell). Peggy grew up in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee along with her older brother Nicky. She attended Columbia State Community College, earning her associate's degree in radiologic technology. She worked...
Rudolph Wurlitzer Knoop
Feb 13, 2026
Rudolph Henry Wurlitzer Knoop, 77, of Summertown, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026, in Columbia, TN, succumbing to mounting complications from his struggle with cancer.
He is survived by his brothers Christopher and Anthony and predeceased by his sister Janet and brothers John and Richard. He is also survived by his children Luther, George, Carlos, and Ethan, grandchildren...
Edward Carey Knappins
Feb 12, 2026
Edward Carey Knappins, age 78, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Ed was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Robert and Isabel Knappins; his devoted wife, Jennifer Knappins; his cherished grandson, Nicholas Howard; his brothers Bob, Bill, and Russ Knappins; and his sister, Debbie Knappins.
He is lovingly remembered by his daughter,...
Ray McCain
Feb 10, 2026
Morris Ray McCain passed from this life into eternal rest on February 10, 2026. Born March 18, 1949, Ray spent his childhood through early adult years in Mt. Pleasant, TN, where he met and married his high school sweetheart and love of his life, Gail Jones McCain. From Mt. Pleasant to Charleston, SC and back to Mt. Pleasant, they celebrated...
Betty Reubena Pridy
Feb 9, 2026
Betty “Nan” Pridy, born February 28, 1941, in Primm Springs, Tennessee, to the late Reuben W. Green and Hazel Sullivan Green, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, surrounded by love and the legacy she so beautifully created.
Betty was a woman who understood what truly mattered in life, faith, family, and love. A devoted wife and a wonderful mother, she...
Gary Carl Anderson
Feb 8, 2026
Gary Carl Anderson passed away February 8, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN.
Gary was born on February 25, 1934, in Russell, Pennsylvania, to Alfred and Catherine Michael Anderson. He graduated from Randolph Central High School in 1951 and went on to build a life centered around family, faith, and lifelong interests.
Gary lived in Lynnville, Tennessee, with his...
Jimmy Floyd
Feb 8, 2026
Jimmy L. “Pappy” Floyd Sr. passed away on February 8th at his residence, following an extended illness. He was surrounded by the love of his life and the faith that guided his life.
Jimmy was born on August 17, 1949, to the late W.C. Floyd Jr. and Melva Williamson Floyd. He was a member of the Haylong High School Class of...
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