Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Eddie Harrold Wilson
Aug 21, 2024
Ed “Babe” Wilson, 81, of Columbia, TN, died peacefully in his sleep on August 21, 2024. He was born in Memphis, TN, as Eddie Harrold Wilson, on January 25, 1943, to the late Victor Everette Wilson and Elvie Powell Wilson.
Ed graduated from Millington TN Central High School and earned a Mathematics degree from Christian Brothers College, now University, which won...
Nan R. Alcorn
Aug 21, 2024
Nan R. Alcorn, a remarkable woman of 88 years, peacefully departed this life on August 21, 2024, in the comforting presence of her devoted husband, Jimmie Truitt Alcorn, at their cherished home. Born on July 3, 1936, Nan was the beloved daughter of Albert Dewy Lynn and Daisey Elizabeth Mathis, who nurtured her in the fertile embrace of rural life....
Audie Briggs
Aug 18, 2024
Audie Briggs, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro with her daughters by her side. Audie was born on February 1, 1941, to the late Claude Clay and Lena Johnson in Lebanon, Tennessee, Audie lived a life defined by dedication, love, and resilience.
Audie was a gifted seamstress, a talent...
Larry Simpson Baxter
Aug 17, 2024
Larry Simpson Baxter, Sr. passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born to the late Jesse Baxter and Ava Mae Love, Larry was raised in the Hampshire community, where he developed a deep admiration for God's creation from a young age. He found joy in basking in the sun and marveling at...
Thelma Boyd
Aug 16, 2024
Thelma Boyd, a beloved member of the Lawrenceburg, Tennessee community, passed away peacefully in her home on August 16, 2024. She was born on April 18, 1936, to the late Roy P. Davis and Lela Mae Clifton Belew Davis in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
Thelma enjoyed playing basketball in school. She was an avid bowler who served as the secretary-treasurer for the league....
Marie Nettie Jager
Aug 12, 2024
Marie Nettie Jager, aged 90, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024, in the comfort of her home in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on September 30, 1933, in Shepherd, Michigan, to the late John F. Hebert and Mary Madilina Priest, Marie led a life marked by love, creativity, and dedication to her family.
Marie was a dedicated Lead Home Improvement Clerk at...
Beverly Jean Gilliam Tresch
Aug 12, 2024
Beverly Jean Gilliam Tresch died on August 12, 2024, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was born on February 18, 1938, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Hazel and Catherine Gilliam. After graduating from high school in Columbia, she attended Belmont College, where she met John William Tresch, Jr. during her first week of college in 1956. Answering her calling to become a pastor’s...
James Lloyd Hutton III
Aug 12, 2024
James Lloyd Hutton III, 65
Lifelong Tennessee resident James Lloyd Hutton III, 65, completed his last earthly journey to meet his Savior on Monday, August 12, 2024.
In lieu of flowers, he asked that all donations be given instead to the Future Farmers of America (FFA), specifically Zion Christian Academy and Jody Grace; checks may be made to ZCA – ag. FFA....
Julie Lauren Jones
Aug 10, 2024
Julie Lauren Jones, nee Hodges, affectionately known as Jewels, passed away on August 10, 2024, in Port Orange, Florida, at the age of 27. Born on November 4, 1996, in Franklin, Tennessee. Julie is survived by her loving husband Ryan A. Jones of McMinnville, TN, and her mother Dawn Fogarty Kelly (Eric) of Columbia TN. Julie was preceded in death...
Brenda Boshers Williams
Aug 7, 2024
Brenda Boshers Williams, age 67, passed away peacefully at her home in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, on August 7, 2024. Born on October 8, 1956, to Bertha Ament Boshers and the late Eugene Boshers, Brenda lived a life full of love, care, and dedication.
For over 30 years, Brenda served as a critical care nurse, a job she truly loved. She was...
Bruce Barnett
Aug 6, 2024
Bruce Barnett, age 73, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024, at NHC-Columbia, with his devoted wife, Robyn, by his side. Born on December 7, 1950, to the late Owen and Lillie Barnett, Bruce was a good Christian man whose faith guided him throughout his life.
Bruce loved his family beyond measure and was a wonderful, dedicated husband to Robyn for...
Steven Wagner
Aug 5, 2024
On August 5, 2024, the world lost a truly remarkable soul as Steven Wagner, aged 57, passed away in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on October 19, 1966, in Smithtown, New York, to the late Henry Wagner and Kathleen King Wagner, Steven's life was a testament to the beauty of simplicity and the depth of love.
Steven was a man whose heart knew...
James Andrew Thomason
Aug 3, 2024
James Andrew "Andy" Thomason, age 84, a longtime resident of Columbia, TN, passed away on August 3, 2024, at Maury Regional Hospital. Raised in the Enterprise Community by his late parents, Ulna and Sarah Thomason, Andy was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Betty Jo Malugin Thomason, on March 15, 2024.
Andy had a dedicated career...
Polly Watson
Aug 1, 2024
Polly Watson, age 83, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on March 28, 1941, in Maury County to the late Herbert and Bulah Bennett, Polly lived a life full of love, warmth, and dedication to her family. She was a wonderful woman who never met a stranger, always ready with a smile or a kind...
April Elizabeth Brooks
Jul 26, 2024
April Elizabeth Capps Brooks, 83, formerly of Pisgah Ridge in Mount Pleasant, TN, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, in Columbia, TN. Born February 13, 1941, in Hopkinsville, KY, to Miles Mayo Capps and Marjorie Capps, April led a life dedicated to family, faith, and helping others.
April married Joe D. Brooks, Jr. in 1959, who was a devoted pastor....
Francisca "Margarita" Castillo
Jul 25, 2024
Francisca "Margarita" Cartagena de Castillo peacefully ascended to be with the Lord on July 25, 2024, in her residence, enveloped by the love of her family in Columbia, Tennessee. Born in Santa Rosa, Guatemala on October 15, 1930, to the late Daniel Cartagena and Elvira Pineda, Margarita’s life was a testament to resilience and profound love.
Her cherished memory will be...
Colleen Cranmer
Jul 23, 2024
Mrs. Colleen H "Connie" Cranmer, age 95, a resident of Buck Daniels Road in Culleoka, passed away Tuesday, July 23, at home after a lengthy illness. Born on March 30, 1929 in Columbus, OH, Colleen was the daughter of the late William and Lula Mae Grady.
Miss Connie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and she was a beloved member...
Julia M. Dinoia
Jul 23, 2024
Julia “Julie” Mary Dinoia, age 88 of Franklin, TN, passed away July 23, 2024 after a brief illness, with her children by her side. She was born in Chicopee, MA to Vincent and Stella Dinoia Rzasa. She was a long-term resident of Chicopee, Massachusetts where she went to Chicopee High School and lived in Chicopee with her parents and her...
Donald N. Nieman
Jul 22, 2024
Don Nieman Sr. born on December 15, 1943, was called home by our Heavenly Father on July 22, 2024. Proceeded in death by his son, J. Russell Nieman, his parents, Norman H. and Marjorie Nieman. He is survived by his devoted wife Kathleen, his sons Don (Wendy) Nieman Jr., Robert (Carolyn) Nieman, and daughter-in-law Roxanne, his grandchildren, Dawn, Kira, Skylar,...
Florence "Betsy" Elizabeth Kirby
Jul 19, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and fond remembrance that we announce the passing of Florence “Betsy” Elizabeth Kirby, a beloved resident of Columbia, Tennessee, who left us on July 19, 2024. Betsy was born on December 18, 1942 and was cherished as a loving wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother, and great-grandmother, as well as a cherished friend to many.
Betsy was...
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