Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Pierce A. Hankal
Oct 5, 2025
Pierce A. Hankal, born September 12th, 1949, in Fort Knox, Kentucky, passed away on October 5th, 2025. A proud Marine of 23 years, he served as a Warehouse Chief. He retired from the United States Marine Corps in 1991. Pierce had strength, kindness, and quiet wisdom through every chapter of his life. He found his greatest joy in the simple...
Mark Alan Werda
Oct 5, 2025
Mark Alan Werda, age 69, passed away peacefully at his home in Columbia, Tennessee, on October 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Mark lived a life filled with laughter, adventure, and devotion to those he held dear. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army and later spent many years on the road...
Harold Chapman
Oct 3, 2025
Floyd Harold Chapman Jr., 90, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He was born on November 17, 1934. Harold lived a long life built on hard work, humility, and love for his family. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy before returning home to farm the land he loved.
Harold was a man of...
David Melvin Kidd
Oct 2, 2025
David Melvin Kidd, age 81, of Summertown, Tennessee, passed away on October 2, 2025.
Born in Conrad, Montana, David was a lifelong farmer who took pride in working the land and living a life of quiet dedication and hard work. He was a man of strong convictions and a supporter of the National Rifle Association.
David was preceded in death by his...
Sonny Smith
Oct 1, 2025
Horace “Sonny” E. Smith, Jr., passed away on October 1, 2025, at Brookedale Assisted Living in Columbia, Tennessee. He was born on May 15, 1946, in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, to the late Horace E. Smith, Sr. and Mildred McCardle Turnbo.
Sonny graduated from Copiah Lincoln High School where he played Basketball, Football and was on the Track Team. He was voted Mr....
Edna Lucille Church
Oct 1, 2025
Edna Lucille Church, age 92, passed away on October 1, 2025, at Mount Pleasant Health and Rehab in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. She was born on May 17, 1933, in Maury County to the late Johnny and Martha LeMay.
Edna was a hardworking woman who poured her love and care into her family, her home, and her garden. She had a true...
Allen Ray Massey
Sep 30, 2025
With deep sorrow and immense love, we announce the passing of Allen Ray Massey, a devoted husband, proud father and grandfather, and beloved bonus dad to many, on September 30, 2025, at the age of 63. He was a longtime member of Sandy Hook Church of Christ.
Allen was the cherished son of the late Thomas “Buddy” Massey and Carolyn Massey.
He...
Linda King
Sep 28, 2025
Linda King, 84, of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born on July 25, 1941, to the late Carl Snider and Lucille Killen Snider.
Linda was a well-loved woman, known for her wit, humor, and the joy she brought to everyone around her. She enjoyed playing card games throughout her life, but...
Harry Edward Parish, Sr.
Sep 28, 2025
Harry Edward Parish, Sr., age 87, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Parish was born on September 17, 1938, in Charleston, SC, to the late James Glenn Parish, Sr., and Mary Catherine McAlhaney Parish. He was raised in Charleston until serving in the United States Marine Corps. He then began his career with Mobil...
Betty Jablonka
Sep 26, 2025
Betty Coffey Jablonka passed away peacefully in Columbia, Tennessee on September 26, 2025, joining her Lord and Savior. Her two children, Brian and Anita, had the privilege of holding her hands as she entered her heavenly home.
Born on October 15, 1940, in Rockbridge County, Virginia, Betty was the beloved daughter of the late Wendell and Virginia Coffey. While her life...
Linda Ann King
Sep 26, 2025
Linda Ann King, age 74, of Santa Fe, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Born on March 31, 1951, to the late William Kelley and Frances Chapman, Linda was a woman of quiet strength, unwavering faith, and endless compassion. She was married for 43 wonderful years to the love of her life, Wilson “Donnie” King, until his untimely...
Dana Desmond Kazmark
Sep 26, 2025
Dana Desmond Kazmark, age 83, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, Dana was a woman of quiet strength and steady grace. She preferred the simple joys of life and was known for her gentle nature and low-key demeanor. Never one to seek the spotlight, Dana found fulfillment in the warmth of family, the comfort of routine,...
Kevin Pugh
Sep 25, 2025
Kevin Dale Pugh, went to be with Jesus on September 25, 2025, at his home in Columbia, with family by his side. Kevin was born on April 6, 1964, to his parents, Powell O’Neal Pugh and Betty McKennon Pugh who preceded him in death along with 2 brothers, Joel and Gary Pugh, and 1 sister, Angela Pugh Easley.
Kevin married the...
John Alan Rainney
Sep 25, 2025
Rainney, John Alan of Columbia, TN went into the arms of Jesus on September 25,2025 peacefully at home surrounded by family. A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 27th, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Mt. Pleasant, TN, followed by a graveside service at 2:00 p.m. at Arlington Cemetery in Mt. Pleasant, TN.
Alan was born...
Kelley Loree Bailey
Sep 24, 2025
Kelley Loree Bailey, age 48, passed away on September 24, 2025, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. Her life was a vibrant tapestry of energy, laughter, and deep devotion to the people and passions she loved.
Kelley is survived by her beloved daughter, Chloe Gobble, and Chloe’s boyfriend, Michael Creamer; her parents, Ametra Baily and Roger (Mary Catherine) Bailey; and her cherished niece, Mikayla...
Carolyn Myatt
Sep 24, 2025
Edna Carolyn Myatt, age 83, of Columbia, TN, passed peacefully into heaven at NHC Healthcare on September 24, 2025.
She was born on February 13, 1942, in Cross Bridges, TN, and later moved to Columbia with her family. She graduated from Central High School in 1960 and attended Columbia Business College.
In 1970, Carolyn married the love of her life, John Marshall...
Lonnie McCrary
Sep 21, 2025
Lonette “Lonnie” McCrary, 91, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee. She was born on October 5, 1933, in Maury County, Tennessee, to the late Frank and Freda Hines.
Lonnie lived a life filled with love, warmth, and kindness. A devoted wife and loving mother of six, she had a heart that embraced...
Lanson Curtis Gilbert
Sep 20, 2025
Lanson Curtis Gilbert age 72 Born August 25, 1953 - went to Paradise on September 20, 2025, at 2:52 pm central time. He is survived by his two younger brothers, David Cyde Gilbert and Kent Treavis Gilbert both of Denver North Carolina.
Curtis spent 21 years in the army starting in1971… then in 1992 worked as a preacher in a small...
Barbara Gower
Sep 19, 2025
Barbara Gower, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated nurse, passed away peacefully at her home in Summertown, Tennessee, on September 19, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 16, 1963, in Louisville, Kentucky, to the late Fred McArthur Davis Sr. and Delana Sue Browder Cunningham.
Barbara was a fiercely independent and steadfast woman who approached life with...
Larry Gene Fullner
Sep 17, 2025
Larry Gene Fullner, age 81, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Gene was a man of principle—hardworking, generous, and deeply committed to his family. Gene lived a life filled with purpose, integrity, and a strong sense of loyalty to those he loved. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Geraldean...
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