Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
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...
Robin Mark Childress
Apr 29, 2025
Mark Childress, age 68, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on April 29, 2025.
Mark was born on March 6, 1957, to the late Jack and Betty Childress.
Williams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Barbara Kobiela
Apr 26, 2025
Barbara Ann Kobiela Wiskowski, age 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Mount Pleasant Health and Rehab. Born on December 24, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara was the beloved youngest child of the late Antoinette and Jan Kobiela. She was preceded in death by her four brothers and one sister.
Barbara was married to Edward Wiskowski for 38 wonderful years....
Sean Paul Plucinik
Apr 21, 2025
On Monday afternoon, the world lost one of its brightest lights. Sean Plucinik, beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and pillar of the Columbia Tennessee community, passed away suddenly while working on a job site. He was the owner and operator of Maury County Pest Control and the sole provider for his family. He leaves behind his loving wife, Kate,...
M. Debra Hale
Apr 20, 2025
Muriel Debra Hale, 70, of Lynnville, TN, passed away on April 20, 2025. Preceded in death by father, Maurice Lincoln Brown, mother, Muriel G. Bragdon Martin, brother, Walter Dexter Brown, and first husband, David Winfield Tremblay. Debra is survived by siblings: Maurice David Brown, Donna Lee (Oliver) Berthiaume, Donald Michael (Barbara) Brown, and sister-in-law Nancy Coppersmith Brown, children: Aaron Marc...
Mark Anthony Hafner
Apr 19, 2025
Mark Anthony Hafner, 61, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication to those for whom he cared.
Born with a brilliant mind and an infectious sense of humor, Mark had a unique gift for finding joy in everyday life and sharing it with those around him. He was known not only for...
Jane Blake
Apr 17, 2025
Reba Jane Blake, affectionately known as Jane, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, at Morning Pointe in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on October 26, 1945, to the late William Lawrence and Madeline Moody, Jane lived a life marked by warmth, honesty, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Those who knew Jane will remember her sharp wit and infectious smile—she had a...
Richard Thompson
Apr 16, 2025
Richard Thompson, 67, passed away on April 16, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend, Richard leaves behind a legacy of curiosity, adventure, and unwavering love. He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Joyce Thompson; his son, Eric Thompson, and daughter-in-law, Malea; his parents, Richard and Sandra Thompson; his...
Gladys O Cornett
Apr 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gladys Ollie Cornett of Lawrenceburg, TN. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother, who passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 89. Gladys was a woman of unwavering faith, whose life was a testament to the power and grace of God.
Gladys...
Margarete Keltner
Apr 15, 2025
Margarete Keltner, age 87, passed away on April 15, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
She was born on October 5, 1937, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late Maynon and Lillian Curtis. Margarete spent many years serving others through her work—first as a security guard at General Motors, then later at Walmart, where she worked for 16...
Gerald Mark Davis
Apr 15, 2025
Gerald Mark “Gerry” Davis, a quiet yet steadfast presence in the lives of all who knew him, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, and simple joys. Gerry was born March 16, 1963 in Columbia, TN to the late Hubert K. Davis and Elizabeth “Trethaway” Davis.
A man of few words, Gerry let his actions speak volumes. He dedicated...
Glenn Robinson
Apr 12, 2025
Jessie Glenn Robinson, lovingly known as Glenn, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee.
Born on September 8, 1941, Glenn was the cherished son of the late Charlie and Susie Robinson. A faithful member of Spencer Hill Church of Christ, Glenn lived his life rooted in faith. He read his Bible religiously, and...
Sierra Elizer
Apr 12, 2025
Sierra Elizer, age 30, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on April 12, 2025. Born on December 1, 1994, to Tammy Tuck Elizer and the late John Elizer, Sierra brought joy and light into every room she entered.
A free spirit with a heart full of love, Sierra was known for her goofball personality, her vibrant energy, and her unwavering love for...
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