Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Lena Ophelia King
Jun 15, 2023
Lena "Ophelia" G. King, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 15, 2023, at the age of 81. She was born in Mt. Pleasant, TN, on March 7, 1942, to Charlie Denton and Lillie Francis Graham.
Ophelia had a passion for sewing and using her talents to create blankets that she would generously donate to various charities and...
Matthew S. Fuller
Jun 13, 2023
Matthew Fuller, a brave and indomitable spirit, passed away on June 13, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Despite the challenges he faced due to cerebral palsy, Matthew lived a life full of strength, love, and appreciation for the world around him. His unwavering determination and radiant spirit touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Born on April 16,...
John "Jeffrey" Knox
Jun 12, 2023
John "Jeffrey" Knox, the self-described "Mayor of Mount Pleasant," passed away on June 12, 2023, leaving behind a community forever touched by his presence. Born in Columbia, Tennessee, on September 23, 1962, Jeffrey was the beloved son of Tillman Knox and Bessie Hall.
Jeffrey was a massive pillar in the community, a larger-than-life figure who brought joy to everyone around...
Billy Strickland
Jun 12, 2023
Billy Strickland, a Navy veteran and dedicated employee of the Federal Highway Administration, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2023, at the age of 93. Born on March 19, 1930, in Willow, Arkansas, Billy led a life characterized by unwavering commitment and a quiet contentment.
Billy was born to James Strickland and Lily Westerman, who provided him with a...
Debra Nance
Jun 7, 2023
Debra Jean Nance, age 66, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at her home in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee surrounded by family. Debra was born January 27, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, TN to the late Henry Hodge and Ima Jean Taylor Hodge.
Debra Nance was a blessing to not only her family but the Mount Pleasant community. She was...
Joyce Spence
Jun 6, 2023
With great sadness we mourn the passing of Joyce Spence of Columbia, Tennessee on June 6th, 2023, at the age of 80 years.
Joyce was born on August 18, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Joyce was a strong believer in God and was an amazing cook. She had more energy and...
Robert Dayton Brewer
Jun 1, 2023
Robert Dayton Brewer, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on June 1, 2023, at the age of 60. Born in Maury County and raised in Hampshire, TN, Robert touched the lives of those around him with his warm heart, love for family, and zest for life.
During his childhood, Robert found great joy in the simple pleasures of...
Wayne Thomason
May 28, 2023
Harry Wayne Thomason, age 82, passed away unexpectantly Sunday, May 28, 2023, at his residence in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. Harry was born February 22, 1941, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late Charlie Thomason and Willadean Thomason.
Wayne always had a loving and caring heart especially for his family and for his church family. He loved gospel music. His hobbies...
Katrina Lynn Cox
May 25, 2023
Katrina Lynn Cox, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother, passed away on May 25, 2023, in Columbia, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on December 1, 1979, to Leonard Mahon and Judy Morgan Mahon.
Katrina was a devoted wife to her husband, Steven M. Cox, Jr., and a loving mother to her...
David Sensat
May 25, 2023
David Sensat, a devoted family man and lover of the great outdoors, passed away on May 25, 2023, in Columbia, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on September 12, 1961, in Calcasieu, Louisiana, David was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
David had a passion for life and found joy in the simple...
Joe Elmer Johnston, Jr.
May 25, 2023
Joe E. Johnston, Jr., a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and dedicated professional, passed away on May 25, 2023, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of love, integrity, and hard work. He was 88 years old.
Joe was born on March 14, 1935, in the serene town of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, in the small community of Mt. Joy,...
Harry Dean Waller
May 25, 2023
Harry Dean Waller, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on May 25, 2023, at the age of 74. He was born on November 26, 1948, in Franklin, Tennessee, to Allen and Peggy Waller. Harry lived a fulfilling life, leaving behind cherished memories and a lasting impact on those who knew him.
For over 30 years, Harry dedicated his...
Tara Michelle Raymond
May 23, 2023
Tara Michelle Raymond passed away on May 23rd, 2023 at the age of 44, in Pulaski.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, James Raymond, and parents James Donald Beecham & Brenda Beecham. She is survived by two sisters: Rita Clark, and Leigh Ann Matthews; three children: Taylor Hayes, Cameron Raymond, and Kirsten Raymond; three grandchildren: Phillip Hayes,...
Travis Brooks
May 21, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Travis Brooks, who passed away unexpectedly on May 21, 2023, at the young age of 38. Travis was born on June 26, 1984 in Tampa, Florida to parents William and Judy Jenkins Brooks.
Travis had a deep affection for the water. He loved to find creeks of all shapes...
Damien Anderson Lewis
May 20, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Damien Adrian Lewis on May 20, 2023, in Columbia, Tennessee. Damien was born January 20, 1983 in Rantoul, IL.
During his life Damien developed an intense love for music, playing the drums in genres such as rock, heavy metal, and country rock, and even had a band at one...
John Travis Davis
May 15, 2023
John Travis Davis age 53, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 15, 2023, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. John was born July 16, 1969, in Columbia, TN to the late Alford Ray Davis and Saundra “Josie” Davis Lovell.
Travis always had a loving and caring heart especially for his family. He often showed he cared by...
Robert A. Evans
May 15, 2023
Robert "Bob" Evans, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a talented musician passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023, at the age of 88. Born and raised in the vibrant city of Brooklyn, Bob was the son of Nicholas and Catherine Evans. He dedicated his life to a successful career in transportation logistics, but his true passion lay in the...
Jerry Locke
May 13, 2023
Jerry Ross Locke, age 83, a longtime resident of Maury County, passed away on May 13, 2023, in Columbia, Tennessee. Jerry was born in Shelbyville, Tennessee, on July 31, 1939, to Everett Ross Locke and Sarah Mai Stephens Locke (later Hoffman). He spent the first half of his childhood in Shelbyville and the remainder in Fayetteville, Tennessee, where he graduated...
Ruby Dawson
May 13, 2023
Ruby Dawson, age 93, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. Ruby was born May 2, 1930, to the late Wille Robert Mosley and Addie Lee Burns Mosley.
Ruby was married to the late Ernest Dawson for 61 years. She attended public school at Woodrow in Williamsport. She worked at Weather Tamer and retired...
Dwight Kelley
May 10, 2023
Dwight "Red" Kelley, an avid outdoorsman and beloved practical joker, passed away on May 10th, 2023, at the age of 73. He was born on January 8th, 1950, to Howard and Lorraine Kelley in Columbia, TN.
Dwight was known for his love of hunting, fishing, golfing, and bowling, and was a die-hard sports fan. He was also renowned for...
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