Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Samuel Warren Clary
Jul 19, 2020
Samuel Warren Clary, age 43, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Columbia, TN, Sunday, July 19, 2020. He was born January 4, 1977 in Nashville, TN to the late William Clary, Jr. and Terry Gordon Vail. Sam was a generous person that never met a stranger. He could talk to anyone and if they needed something he would also...
Shane L. Robbins
Jul 18, 2020
We are saddened to announce Shane Lee Robbins has passed from a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 55. Born August 28th, 1964 in Massena, New York where he spent many years as a mechanic. In 2010 he made the move to Lewisburg, Tennessee where he found success in many positions. He is survived by his deeply...
Angela Alexander Milan
Jul 18, 2020
Angela Shofner Alexander Milan passed away at home at 7:26 A.M. on Saturday, July 18, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was 69 years old. She had sudden onset seizures on May 14, 2020, and discovered she had endometrial cancer which had metastasized to the brain. Her passing was sudden and unexpected yet peaceful with hospice services at home. Angela...
Michael B. Wray
Jul 17, 2020
We gather to celebrate the unique and short life of MICHAEL who is a Wray of light now in the dark sky watching over us. Mike was a storyteller who amused us. He shared his love of fine wine and food, his joy of mingling with people, his fitness capabilities, his fulfillment on the range, his unique gift of connecting...
Allen Ray Baxter
Jul 13, 2020
Allen Ray Baxter, age 61, of Leoma, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2020, at St. Thomas Rutherford following an extended illness. Allen was born July 5, 1959, in Lawrence Co., the son of the late Bruce Ray Baxter and Roaby Marie Olive-Beasley Baxter. He had been employed as a factory worker. Allen was survived by his brother, David Baxter...
Helen “Sally” Grooms Parfrey
Jul 12, 2020
Helen Grooms Parfrey “Sally”, passed away on July 12, 2020. She is survived by her loving husband Charles Parfrey; Son: Chris Prince (Lisa); Sisters: Sue Barnett and Linda Myers; Sister-in-laws: Kerri Butts and Dorothy Finklestein; Grandsons: Ryan Prince, Austin Gibson, and Brandon Vaughn; Great grandchildren: Austin Gibson and Maylin Grace Vaughn. She is preceded in death by her parents: Harold...
Bobby Norman Loftin
Jul 12, 2020
Mr. Bobby Norman Loftin of Hampshire, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2020, at his home in Hampshire. Mr. Loftin was born on March 12, 1931, to the late Clarence and Mary Frances Loftin. He was married to the late Gilma Alveo Loftin on August 23, 1964, and they had four children. Bobby served in the Navy and Air...
Debbie Lynn Williams
Jul 10, 2020
On Friday, July 10, 2020, Debbie Lynn Williams passed away at the age of 58. Debbie was born in the old Lawrenceburg hospital in 1961 to John Leslie and Geneva Johnson Swaner. They resided in Ethridge until 1965 when they moved to Mt Pleasant, Tennessee. Debbie was a cheerleader for MPHS all through her high school years. Later, Debbie graduated...
Leamon Dewey Street
Jul 5, 2020
Leamon "Buster" Dewey Street III, age 61, passed away surrounded by family at his home in Columbia, TN, Sunday July 5, 2020. Buster was born June 7, 1959 in Mt. Clemens, MI to the late L.D. and Sadie Brown Street. Buster's personality was larger than life. He was always joking trying to draw a laugh and bring a smile even...
Jason Stojak
Jul 3, 2020
Jason M. Stojak Sr., a proven legend, went to be with our Almighty Father July 3, 2020 at the age of 48. A beloved father, grandfather, brother, and son. He went peacefully and in the comfort of his own home. Those who know him would all describe him as a King amongst men. A purebred hustler, the strongest of people,...
Harry Buddy T. England
Jul 1, 2020
Harry “Buddy” T. England, 75, resident of Lewisburg, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 1, 2020. Born April 20, 1945 in Edmonton, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Katherine Etheridge. Buddy served in the United States Army. He volunteered his time at “In His Image” Pregnancy Center in Lewisburg. He loved his family, his...
Minnie Dean Roberson
Jun 30, 2020
Minnie Dean Musgrove Roberson, 89, passed away on June 30, 2020 at NHC Columbia where she was receiving rehab. Dean was born on March 14, 1931 to the late Alonzo Musgrove and Viola Gibson Musgrove Kennedy in Oak Grove, Giles County, Tennessee. She worked as a custodian at Columbia State Community College and retired after 10 years of service. Dean...
Cheryl Garrett
Jun 26, 2020
Cheryl Garrett, age 73, passed away on June 26, 2020. At Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, TN. Born November 21, 1946, in Moran, KS, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Mildred Stewart Beltz. Cheryl graduated from Shawnee Madison West High School and worked at Wolf Creek and retired after 17 years. Survivors include her children, Justin (Jessica)...
Ella Mae Hendrix
Jun 23, 2020
Ella Mae Hendrix, age 94, long time Columbia resident, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, at her residence following an extended illness. Ella Mae was born March 25, 1926 in Cedar Grove in Giles County, the daughter of the late William James Riggins and Sarah Ethel Terrell Riggins. When Ella Mae met her future husband, Clyde, it was love at...
Roy Raymond Pewitt
Jun 23, 2020
Roy Raymond Pewitt, age 83, a longtime resident of Columbia, passed away on June 23, 2020, at Hillside Hospital in Pulaski. Raymond was born June 10, 1937, in Franklin, TN, the son of Norman Pewitt, Sr. and Callie Letson Pewitt. Raymond was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and fish. He was an inventor and could fix most anything....
Bruce Durand Tiller, Sr.
Jun 23, 2020
Bruce Durand Tiller Sr., 77, resident of Columbia, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 23, 2020. Born June 18, 1943 in Lynnville, TN. He was the son of the late George and Catherine Tiller. He served in the United States Army. He lived his life for his children, grandchildren, and his Lord, Jesus. He is preceded...
Sonia Renee Burke
Jun 22, 2020
Sonia Renee Burke, age 60, long time resident of Columbia, passed away on Monday, June 22, at Magnolia Healthcare. Sonia was born December 24, 1959 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of the late William Jackson Hendrix and Frances Potts Hendrix. Sonia was the “ultimate babysitter,” having worked in child care her entire life. Sonia’s son, Will, related that for as...
Douglas Way Ireland
Jun 20, 2020
Douglas Way Ireland, 68, passed away on June 20, 2020, in Lawrenceburg, TN. Douglas was born on June 09, 1952, in Newmarket, to his parents Ralph McGee and the late Mary Tenit McGee. A private service will be held at a later date. Douglas is survived by his children: Catrina Ireland, David Ireland, Sid-Doyle Ireland, Jennifer Grogan, and Cassondra Ireland....
Libby Ann Donovan
Jun 19, 2020
Libby Ann Donovan, age 81, passed away Friday, June 19, 2020 in Mt. Pleasant, TN. Libby was born February 15, 1939 in Yadkinville, NC. The family will visit with friends for one-hour Wednesday, June 24 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia, TN. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations...
Betty Jane Poindexter
Jun 16, 2020
Betty Jane Davidson-Poindexter, 73, passed away on June 16, 2020, at her home. She was a native resident of Columbia, TN. Born in Columbia, TN, she was the daughter of Ted and Mary Davidson. She was the sister of Nancy Carroll Rhodes, Barry Wade Davidson, and Donald Carl Davidson. After graduating Columbia Central High School, she led a devoted life...
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