Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
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...
Karen Pickard
May 9, 2023
Karen Pickard, a beloved wife, mother, and member of the community passed away on May 9th, 2023 at IU University Hospital. Karen was born on September 9th, 1958, in Laporte County, Indiana to Fredrick and Doris Tucker. She dedicated her life to serving others and will always be remembered for her kindness and generosity.Karen met the love of her life,...
Randy Thomas Baker
May 7, 2023
Randy Thomas Baker passed away on May 7th, 2023 in Pulaski, Tennessee. He was born on January 24th, 1959 in Casa Grande, Arizona to Franklin Baker and Ella Jane Rice Baker.Randy lived a life full of love and warmth for his family and friends. He was a loving father, grandfather, and brother; always putting the needs of his loved ones...
Jean Foster
May 7, 2023
Jean Faye (McAnally) Foster passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2023 following a long-time illness that she bore with grace and dignity, as she lived her life.
Jean was the loving wife of Jasper S. Foster, Jr. and mother to Stan Foster, who both predeceased her passing. She is survived by children Kenneth Foster of Arlington, Tennessee and...
Mary Elodee "Dee Dee" Chance Bailey Reid
May 7, 2023
Mary Elodee “Dee Dee” Chance Bailey Reid, age 93, made her entrance into heaven at 9:53 am on Sunday, May 7, at Avenir Memory Care, Knoxville, TN. Dee was born in Leoma, moved to Johnson City to raise her family, and moved to Columbia after her first husband passed away. She spent the last nine years of her life in...
Audrey Moore
May 6, 2023
Audrey Moore, 64, passed away on May 6, 2023 at the Southern Tennessee Regional Health System in Lawrenceburg. She was born on January 25, 1959 in Pulaski to Damien and Peggy Devitte.
Audrey will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her. Her kind and compassionate spirit will live on in our hearts forever.
Audrey was...
Mary Alice Baker
May 5, 2023
Mary Alice Baker passed away on May 5th, 2023, in Williamsport, Tennessee. She was born on February 13th, 1961, in Columbia, Tennessee, to Frank James Irwin Jr. and Mary Carolyn Irwin.
Mary had a kind heart and showed incredible dedication to her job. She worked for the Maury County School Systems for 20 years as a bus driver and later...
Wendy Jo Trosper
May 5, 2023
Wendy Trosper, age 54, passed away Friday, April 6, 2023, in Columbia, Tennessee.
The care of Ms. Wendy Trosper and her family has been entrusted to the staff of Williams Funeral Home. To share words of comfort and condolences, please visit www.williamsfh.com.
Roy "Glenn" Lumpkins
May 4, 2023
Roy “Glenn” Lumpkins age 79, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 4, 2023, at NHC Maury after battling a brief illness. Born May 16, 1943, and raised in Lawrenceburg, TN, Glenn was a long-time resident of Mt. Pleasant where he served the community for 50 plus years as a pharmacist. Many of those years were spent at Wright’s Pharmacy, the...
Patricia Jean Kelley
May 4, 2023
Patricia Kelley, 87, of Chapel Hill, Tennessee, passed away on May 4, 2023. Born on January 4, 1936 in Robbs, Illinois, Patricia was the daughter of Ruby and Cecil Martin, both of whom preceded her in death.
Patricia was a devoted homemaker, but also worked in various clerical roles for many years. She supported her husband, Donald Kelley, throughout his...
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