Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Cecil Wayne Pogue
Jun 13, 2026
Cecil Wayne Pogue, lovingly known as Wayne to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, surrounded by those he loved most, following acute complications from congestive heart failure. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, soldier, brother, friend, and servant of God whose life was defined by hard work, humility, service, and unwavering love for...
Barbara Nicholson
May 26, 2026
Barbara D. Nicholson, 92, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026.
She was born on February 10, 1934, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late Buford Dunavant and Coleah Dunavant Henson. Barbara was a beloved member of Craft Memorial United Methodist Church for over 40 years. She loved going to church, participating in bible study and playing cards...
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...
Donald Smith
Jun 14, 2026
Donald Gary Smith, age 87, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on June 14, 2026.
Born on March 13, 1939, in Elkmont, Alabama, Donald was the son of the late Hubert Smith and Edith Smith. He lived a life filled with faith, music, family, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.
A longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church,...
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...
Treva Hall Held
Mar 21, 2026
Treva Hall Held, age 89, a beloved resident of the Enterprise Community, passed away on March 21, 2026, in Columbia.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Robert Hall and Villa McCall Hall; her husband, Jasper Louis Held, Jr.; and her son, Destry Paul Held, who passed away in 1978.
Treva is survived by her loving children, daughter Phyllis Marx...
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,...
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...
Shaun Marie McNeece
Jun 14, 2026
Shaun Marie McNeece, age 55, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away on June 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on September 11, 1970, Shaun was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth, determination, and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She had a gift for making people feel welcome, offering encouragement, and...
Paul Thomas
Jun 12, 2026
Paul Thomas, age 87, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on November 8, 1938, in Walthall, Mississippi, Paul was the son of the late James Thomas and Ruth Creel Thomas.
Paul was a good man through and through—loyal, wild-hearted, and always ready with a laugh. He lived life on his own terms...
William Abraham
Jun 10, 2026
William Abraham, age 74, passed away on June 10, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Born on March 6, 1952, in Mississippi, William was the son of the late Albert and Maxine Abraham. He lived life on his own terms and was known for his independent spirit, quirky personality, and unwavering sense of organization. If something needed to be remembered, William...
Judy G Hailey
Jun 10, 2026
Judy Gail Hailey, 75, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on June 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 8, 1950, Judy was the daughter of the late Horace David Green and Willie Odell Wiley.
She is survived by her daughter, Amanda (Daniel) Robinson, and her beloved grandchildren, Elizabeth Arnold, J.C. Arnold III,...
Betty Lou King McNeece
Jun 9, 2026
Betty Lou King McNeece, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 2:00pm, in the chapel at Williams Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant with Rev. Mark King officiating. The family will visit with friends on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 11:00 until 2:00 at Williams Funeral Home in...
Charles Edward Dillehay
Jun 4, 2026
Charles Edward Dillehay, born at home in Columbia, Tennessee, on July 11, 1940, took his last flight on June 4, 2026. A man of deep faith, unwavering patriotism, and devotion to family, Charles lived a life marked by service, hard work, and a genuine love for others, and was awarded the Deacon Amertis Award for 34 years.
He was preceded in...
David Wilhite
May 27, 2026
David Ridge Wilhite was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil Jr. and Emma Lou Wilhite, and his brothers, Virgil III (“Snookie”) and Richard Wilhite.
David is survived by his wife, Sheila. Children: David Lee (Michelle), Sheril (Ronnie), Shannon (Mike), Joshua (Autumn). Grandchildren: Crista (Jake), Bren (Ash), Hailey (Austin), Courtney (Cole), Joah, Riley, Alex, Kyleigh, Emma, Addison & Laurabelle. Great grandchildren:...
Karen Moore
May 25, 2026
Karen Moore, age 69, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026 in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on October 7, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan, Karen was the daughter of the late Ken Moore and Roxie Moore. She grew up in Dearborn, Michigan and was the oldest girl among six children.
Karen dedicated her life to caring for others. She was a Registered Nurse...
Lorenzo Gerardo Aguilar
May 22, 2026
Lorenzo Gerardo Aguilar was born on August 10, 1952, in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, a place that shaped his roots, his work ethic, and his sense of pride. He was 73 when he was called home on May 22, 2026, leaving behind a family that loved him deeply and a world made richer by his presence. A man of few unnecessary...
Tommy Crumley
May 19, 2026
William Thomas “Tommy” Crumley, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in his home in Culleoka, Tennessee.
Tommy was born on May 18, 1965, in Columbia, Tennessee to Bill and Marie Crumley.
Tommy was employed by Crumley’s Electric LLC where he worked alongside his brother Tim for many years. It was rare to see one without the other. Tommy loved to hunt,...
Rebecca Michelle Daum
May 18, 2026
Rebecca “Michelle” Daum, age 61, passed away on May 18, 2026, just one day after celebrating her 29th wedding anniversary with her loving and devoted husband, Robert Paul Daum. After a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis, Michelle leaves behind a legacy of grace, kindness, and compassion that touched countless lives.
Through every trial life placed before her, Michelle never...
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