Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Jeanette Bowen
May 18, 2025
Jeanette Bowen, age 59, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on December 20, 1965, in Des Moines, Iowa, Jeanette was the beloved daughter of the late Larry and Martha Kline.
Jeanette was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy came from her family. She found true happiness in...
Mary Carol Jorgensen
May 18, 2025
Mary Carol Jorgensen, 81, passed away on May 18, 2025 in Summertown, TN. She was born in Baltimore, MD to the late Charles F. Shiflet and Elizabeth Ann Shiflet on December 17, 1943.
A devoted wife, Mary Carol followed her husband, John M. Jorgensen, around the world as he served in the United States Army. From Baltimore, MD to El Paso,...
Ernie Helen Atkins
May 17, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Ernie Helen Atkins in Spring Hill, TN on May 17, 2025. A college graduate of Louisiana State University. No services will be held. Arrangements are being handled by Williams Funeral Home.
Barbara Cates
May 17, 2025
Barbara Cates, 79, of Lynnville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on May 17, 2025.
Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and strong spirit touched everyone who knew her. She is lovingly survived by her children: Darin Cates, Teresa Cates, and Lynn Cates; ten grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her...
Cameron Scott
May 16, 2025
Cameron Christopher Scott, age 25, is gone too soon, leaving behind a host of loving family and friends who will forever cherish his memory. Cameron's life was marked by a spirit of adventure, a vibrant personality, and a heart that was always open to others.
From a young age, Cameron led a transient life, moving from place to place. His outgoing...
Tony Morris Pogue
May 16, 2025
Tony Morris Pogue passed away on May 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, kindness, and service. Tony was born May 12, 1946 in Maury County to the late Nina Noles and Elmer Leath Pogue. A man of diverse talents and deep generosity, Tony touched the lives of many through his work, his friendships, and his unwavering commitment to...
Thomas Edward Simons
May 14, 2025
Thomas Edward Simons, 78, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025. A loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, loyal friend, and lifelong car enthusiast, Tom lived a life marked by quiet strength, unwavering dedication, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that mattered most.
Tom retired from General Motors in 2009 after a long and fulfilling career. In retirement, he found...
Harold Rick Coleman
May 13, 2025
Harold “Rick” Coleman, age 80, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on May 13, 2025. Born on July 14, 1944, in Hampshire County, West Virginia, Rick was the beloved son of the late William Henry Coleman and Mary Hott Coleman.
Rick married the love of his life, Patricia Johnson, on October 5, 1965. Together, they built a beautiful life grounded in love,...
J.R. Anderson
May 13, 2025
John Robert “J.R.” Anderson, age 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at NHC Maury in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on November 17, 1938, in Maury County, Tennessee, J.R. was the son of the late Marvin E. Anderson and Pauline Kelly Anderson. On January 17, 1964, he married the love of his life, Jean Johnson. Together, they built a beautiful...
Ramona Kaye Debartolomies
May 11, 2025
Ramona Debartolomies, age 62, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
Born to Everett and Jessie Sewell, Ramona lived a life marked by quiet strength, deep compassion, and unwavering faith. She was a devoted mother, a loving grandmother, and a cherished partner. She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Franklin Sewell.
Ramona is survived by her three...
Freddy "Butch" Holder
May 11, 2025
Freddy "Butch" Holder, age 79, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025, at Southern Tennessee Regional Hospital in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
Born on June 1, 1945, to the late JW Holder and Waldene Qualls Holder, Freddy was a hardworking man with a generous spirit and a love for restoring old treasures. He found joy in bringing new life to the things others...
Martha McNeece
May 11, 2025
Martha McNeece, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, on May 11, 2025. Born on June 27, 1941, in Maury County, Tennessee, Martha was the beloved daughter of the late Eldon Attkisson and Viola Waldrop Attkisson.
A lifelong member of Spencer Hill Church of Christ, Martha's faith was the cornerstone of her life. She loved church...
Ricky Thomas Stanfill "Lightning"
May 10, 2025
Ricky Thomas “Lightning” Stanfill went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 10, 2025, after a courageous eight-week battle at Vanderbilt Hospital. Throughout his stay, he was never alone — constantly surrounded by the love, prayers, and presence of his devoted family and dear friends.
Born on November 9, 1960, at Maury Regional Hospital, Ricky was the beloved son...
Shirley Ann Ballinger Kelley
May 10, 2025
Shirley Ann Ballinger Kelley, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Born on July 28, 1944, in Sumner County, Tennessee, Shirley was the cherished daughter of the late Cordell and Lucille Ballinger. A woman of warmth, grace, and unwavering love, Shirley found beauty in life’s simplest pleasures.
She had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and found joy...
Ron Beck
May 5, 2025
Ronald Keith Beck, known lovingly as “Ron” to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at LifeCare Center in Columbia, Tennessee. He was 73 years old.
Born on November 1, 1951, in Cleveland, Tennessee, Ron was the son of the late Kenneth and Cecile Toy Duke Beck. A devoted man of God, Ron was a steady, loving...
Joyce Massey
May 3, 2025
Joyce S. Massey passed away peacefully at her residence on May 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born the cherished daughter of Ralph N. Sanders and India Durden Sanders, Joyce was one of eight siblings in a close-knit and spirited family. Her life was marked by deep devotion to those she loved, and her presence was a source of...
James William Mosley
May 2, 2025
James William Mosley, age 73, of Maury County, Tennessee, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia.
Born on August 27, 1951, in Maury County to the late Charlie Paul Mosley and Lena Grace Mosley, James was a proud lifelong resident who deeply loved the land and life he built as a dairy farmer. Whether it...
Connie Torno
May 2, 2025
Connie Smith Elliott Torno, age 59, was called home by her Heavenly Father on Friday, May 2, 2025. Born April 20, 1966, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Connie was the beloved daughter of the late James and Sue Davis Elliott. Raised in a military family, she experienced life in many places throughout her youth, shaping her into the warm, outgoing, and...
Kenneth Tanner
May 2, 2025
Kenneth Edward Tanner, a proud Army veteran, devoted husband, beloved father, and cherished grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 at the age of 82.
He proudly served his country as a member of the 82nd Airborne Division, carrying with him the values of courage, loyalty, and discipline throughout his life.
For the past 44 years, he was a loving husband...
Kenneth "Bo" Wayne Bollinger
May 1, 2025
Kenneth Wayne “Bo” Bollinger, 74, passed away on May 1, 2025, in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on April 20, 1951, in Lawrence County, Missouri, Bo lived a life filled with creativity, laughter, and deep connections to his community.
Bo pursued higher education with dedication and pride. He earned an Associate of Science degree from Columbia State Community College (CSCC) and went on...
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