Recent Obituaries in Columbia, Tennessee
Betty Lou Jacobs
Dec 5, 2024
Resting in the Mountains
Betty Lou Jacobs, age 72, returned to the embrace of the Mountain on December 5, 2024, passing peacefully at her home in Tracy City, TN, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late James Frederick “Fritz” Scharer and Joyce Nina (Cagle) Scharer. At a young age, Betty found her heart and...
Caleb Rooker
Dec 5, 2024
Caleb Rooker passed away on December 5, 2024, in Giles County, Tennessee. Born on April 16, 1999, in Columbia, Tennessee, Caleb was the beloved son of Chris and Diana Rooker.
An avid outdoorsman, Caleb found his greatest joys in nature. He loved wading in the river, fishing, hunting, and setting up deer cameras to observe wildlife in their element. Caleb also...
Ann Vandiver
Dec 4, 2024
Margaret Ann “Nan” Vandiver, age 82, passed away peacefully, on December 4, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family.
Ann, the daughter of the late James and Josephine Grooms, was born January 8, 1942. She graduated from Hay Long High School in 1960, and in the years after graduating she worked as a secretary at the Mt. Pleasant...
Margaret Raymond
Dec 4, 2024
Margaret Marie Kelley Staggs Raymond, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on December 4, 2024, at the home of her granddaughter in Unionville, surrounded by the love of her family.
Margaret was born on September 12, 1933, in the Williamsport area to the late Herbert and Eliza Potts Kelley. She was a woman...
Kimberly Kay Gomez
Dec 3, 2024
Kimberly “Kim” Kaye Murphy Gomez, age 59, passed away on December 3, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on November 8, 1965, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was the daughter of Donald Ray Murphy and Carole Boattenhammer Murphy.
Kim was a radiant and vibrant soul, whose outgoing personality and genuine kindness touched everyone she met. Her warm...
Junior Vandiver
Dec 3, 2024
Horace Allen “Nunior/Junior” Vandiver Jr., age 62, passed away peacefully, December 3, 2024, at his home.
Junior, the son of Horace Allen and Margaret Ann Vandiver, was born July 21, 1962. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1982. Junior held many jobs, including Menasha Packaging, American Bank Note, and most recently Ryder.
Junior loved spending time with his family, especially...
Robbie Smith
Dec 3, 2024
Robbie Smith, age 82, passed away peacefully in her home with her husband by her side after an extended illness on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Born on June 30, 1942, to the late Harvey and Luanna Butler, Robbie lived a life full of love, kindness, and devotion to her family and friends.
A lifelong adventurer, Robbie found joy in traveling with...
Rickey Lee Lehew
Dec 2, 2024
Rickey Lee Lehew, born on September 10, 1958, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, in Lebanon, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Gene Lehew and Joan Binkley. Rickey’s life was a journey defined by adventure, hard work, and an enduring love for family and friends.
A self-employed truck driver, Rickey was driven by his desire to explore the...
Melinda A. Buie
Dec 2, 2024
Melinda Buie left this world far too soon on December 2, 2024, in Summertown, Tennessee. She was born on November 3, 1971, and raised by her parents, Linda Marie Isabell Young and Jerry Young, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee.
Melinda will forever be remembered for her sparkling personality and boundless heart. Her radiant smile could brighten any room, and her thoughtful nature...
Melba Ann Jacobs
Nov 30, 2024
Melba Ann Jacobs passed away peacefully on November 30,2024, in Columbia, Tennessee. She was born on February 8, 1933 to the late Horace Raymond Massey and Nell High Massey in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee.
Melba's life was a testament to dedication and nurturing. As the heart of her family, she was always imparting lessons, teaching them the importance of hard work, love,...
Gerrie Lyman Gammon
Nov 29, 2024
Gerrie Lyman Gammon, age 76, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Gerrie was born on August 21, 1948, in Van Nuys, California, to the late Lyman and Mary Lou Gammon.
Raised in Granada Hills, California, Gerrie was a proud graduate of Granada Hills High School. After high school, Gerrie honorably served his...
Margaret Parrish Del Toro
Nov 29, 2024
Margaret Parrish Del Toro passed away on November 29, 2024 in Columbia, Tennessee, at the age of 81. Margaret was born on November 6, 1943, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late John Edward and Evelyn Lacy Parrish.
Margaret had a deep love for quilting, which she expressed through her tireless dedication as an avid member of the Maury Quilting Guild....
Alexander McDeavitt
Nov 26, 2024
Alexander McDeavitt passed away on November 26, 2024,in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee.
Alexander was born on November 24, 1993, to Jan Clayton McDeavitt and Kimberly Kay Johnson in Columbia, Tennessee.
Alexander had a brilliant mind, especially when it came to technology. His computer skills and intelligence earned the admiration of everyone around him. A lover of music, his playlists seamlessly blended hip-hop, country,...
Renee Jenkins
Nov 24, 2024
Irene Lorree Jenkins, “Renee,” passed away peacefully in her home on November 24, 2024. She took her last earthly breath holding her son’s hands and surrounded by her loved ones.
Renee was born October 24, 1968 to Daniel Hepner and Sandra Weaver in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She worked for over 20 years as a CNA and found great satisfaction in helping...
Veronica McGee
Nov 23, 2024
Veronica Bernadette McGee fell asleep in her precious Jesus on November 23, 2024 in Columbia, Tennessee. She was born on April 18, 1943 as the third of seven children in Nassau, Bahamas to the late Arthur Leon Roach, Sr. and Blunetta Rolle Roach. The bond forged in that home led to a lifetime of closeness and love among the siblings.
Veronica...
Barbara A. Biddy
Nov 18, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Biddy, age 86, on November 18, 2024, at her home in Columbia, Tennessee. Barbara was born on July 5, 1938, to the late Leland Williams and Lillian Ferguson, and she lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and a deep commitment to her family, friends, and community.
Barbara’s...
Shirley Kay Cooper
Nov 15, 2024
Shirley Kay Cooper, age 73, of Columbia, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on November 15, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Ms. Shirley was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her smile, kind spirit, generous heart, and unwavering faith touched the lives of all who knew her. She attended St. Luke United Methodist Church in Columbia.
She was born on November...
Robert Ogle
Nov 15, 2024
Robert “Bob” Ogle, age 82, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at NHC- Maury Transitional Care in Columbia, Tennessee.
Bob was born on July 10, 1942 to the late David and Novella Ogle in Columbia, Tennessee.
Bob is survived by his children: Donna (Michael) Thompson and Mark (Heather) Ogle; and granddaughter: Ella Ogle.
Williams Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements....
John Martin Bowling, Sr.
Nov 13, 2024
John Martin Bowling Sr., 76, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024, at NHC-Columbia. Born on December 8, 1947, to the late James and Emma Bowling, John grew up with a passion for life, family, and faith that guided him through every chapter of his journey.
John married the love of his life, Ruby Delores Huckabay Bowling, 57...
Thomas Fitzgerald
Nov 13, 2024
Thomas "Tommy" Fitzgerald, age 63, passed away on November 13, 2024, at NHC Maury. Born on September 1, 1961, in Columbia, Tennessee, Tommy was the son of the late Bobby Joe Fitzgerald.
Tommy was an avid outdoorsman who cherished hunting and fishing trips with his father and son, Jonathan, and deeply loved his talks with his daughter Hannah. He deeply cherished...
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