Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Stanley Saylor
Jun 29, 2026
Stanley Saylor, age 67, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on June 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Beverly, Kentucky, Stanley was the beloved son of Claudie Saylor and Helen Hubbard Saylor. One of ten children, he graduated from Cawood High School. Stanley built a lifelong career as a truck...
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...
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...
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,...
David Ray Glasgow
Jun 29, 2026
David Ray Glasgow, 78, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on June 29, 2026.
Born June 20, 1948, in Paris, Tennessee, David was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mary B Glasgow, and his sister, Diane Cox.
David is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Nancee; his three daughters, April (Jay) Estes of Atlanta; Allison (Bill) Kennedy of Nashville;...
Thomas Ray White, M.D.
Jun 28, 2026
Thomas Ray White, age 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at NHC Maury Regional Transitional Care Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on February 5, 1933, in Whitwell, Tennessee, Thomas was the son of the late Rev. Elbert L. White and Matilda White. An exceptional student, he was the salutatorian of his graduating class at...
Judy Paulette Thomas
Jun 25, 2026
Judy Paulette Tatum Thomas of Mt. Pleasant, TN passed away peacefully at The Bridge on June 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday at 11:00 am at Williams Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant with Dr. Vance Hendrickson officiating. The family will visit with friends on Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM and from 10:00...
Linda Farris Barker
Jun 24, 2026
Linda Farris Barker, age 84, of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026.
Raised on Pisgah Ridge in Hampshire, Tennessee, Linda was the beloved daughter of the late Farris McAnally and Francis Beckenbach McAnally. She graduated from Hay Long High School in 1960 and carried the values of hard work, kindness, and resilience with her throughout her life.
On...
Millie Magdalene Hills
Jun 24, 2026
Millie Magdalene Hills was born sleeping on June 24 at 3:12 p.m. Though her time on earth was brief, she was deeply loved from the very beginning and will forever hold a cherished place in the hearts of her family.
Millie is the beloved daughter of Katelynn Elizabeth Hills and Lane Douglas Hills. She will be forever loved and remembered by...
Lane Rosencrans
Jun 22, 2026
Lane Rosencrans, age 56, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026.
Born on May 11, 1970, in Anderson, Indiana, Lane was the beloved son of the late Larry and Linda Rosencrans.
He proudly served his country as a veteran of the Desert Storm conflict, carrying with him a deep sense of honor and dedication throughout his life.Lane was a man of many...
Franklin Fulton McAllister
Jun 22, 2026
Franklin Fulton McAllister, 42, beloved son, brother and father passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Fulton was born on January 5, 1984, in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was the son of the late Dawson James McAllister and Ruth Hill Fulton McAllister.
Fulton grew up in Maury County and attended school at Zion...
Carla Sue Rainney
Jun 22, 2026
Rainney, Carla Sue Page of Mt. Pleasant, TN formerly of Grand Blanc, MI went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on June 22, 2026, at home surrounded by family. Visitation will be held on June 29, 2026, from 10am to 12pm at Williams Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant, TN followed by a graveside service at 12:30pm at Arlington Cemetery also...
Linda Lou Chipman
Jun 20, 2026
Lin Chipman left behind a legacy measured by the lives she nurtured, the love she gave, the friends she made, and the memories she created. She passed away peacefully at home on June 20, 2026, with her daughters by her side. She was 82.
Born Linda Lou Dame on January 7, 1944, in Walhalla, North Dakota, she was the beloved daughter...
Timothy Lee Johnston
Jun 20, 2026
Tim, also known as Lee, was born on April 5, 1966, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Mamie Flossie Blankenship and Andrew Hale Johnston. He spent his childhood in several places throughout West Virginia before his family eventually settled in Man, West Virginia, where he spent much of his younger life. There, he grew up with his brother, Junior Johnston, and...
Dr. James "Jimmy" Wilson Beech
Jun 19, 2026
Doctor James “Jimmy” Wilson Beech passed away on June 19, 2026, at the age of 74, surrounded by the love of family and friends whose lives were forever changed by knowing him.
We invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life on Friday, June 26 at Maury Hills Church. Family and friends are welcome to gather from 4:00 PM...
David Keith Boshers
Jun 19, 2026
David Keith Boshers passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends, leaving behind a lifetime of memories that will be cherished by all who knew him. David was a hardworking man, devoted family member, and loyal friend whose presence brought joy to countless lives.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00...
Viola Odom
Jun 18, 2026
Viola Odom, age 77, a lifelong resident of Maury County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on April 28, 1949, in Maury County, Tennessee, Viola was the daughter of the late Johnny Cothran and Minnie Lee Cothran.
Viola was a kind, generous, and compassionate woman whose greatest joy in life was...
Opaline Wilson
Jun 16, 2026
Mrs. Opaline Wilson, age 89, of Culleoka, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on June 16, 2026.
Born on August 1, 1936, in Cullman, Alabama, Opaline was the daughter of the late Charles and Gertrue League.
Opaline was a woman of great kindness, compassion, and generosity. She found joy in helping others and never hesitated to lend a helping hand to...
Buford Pickens
Jun 16, 2026
James Buford Pickens, affectionately known as Buford, passed away on June 15, 2026, after a life marked by hard work, kindness, and devotion to family and friends.
Born on August 7, 1957, at Baptist Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, Buford was the son of the late Annie Buford Smith and James Hill Pickens. Raised in the Nashville area, he attended Crieve Hall...
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