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Murfreesboro & Smyrna Obituaries

Sara Davis Maloney

Sara Davis Maloney

October 18, 2026

Sara Davis Maloney, age 99, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026. A native of Cookeville, TN, she was the daughter of Oscar W. Davis and Bertha Lewis Davis. Mrs. Maloney was also preceded in death by an infant daughter, Susan Maloney; husband, David Maloney; grandson, Wesley Chavis; brother, Arnold Davis; and sisters, Eva Alford and Bobbie Martin.

Mrs....

Dr. Gary Lemmons

Dr. Gary Lemmons

October 18, 2026

Dr. Gary Dale Lemmons, age 77, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 18, 2026 after battling dementia for more than seven years. He was born in Tullahoma, TN to the late Rev. James W. and Geneva Matthews Lemmons.

Dr. Lemmons was educated in the Coffee County and Tullahoma City School Systems, graduating from high school in 1967. He furthered his education receiving...

Veva Lynne Dalton

Veva Lynne Dalton

October 16, 2026

Mrs. Veva Lynne Dalton, age 81, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2026. Veva was born in Mason, West Virgina on December 6, 1944, to James August Hussell and Veva Marie Capehart Hussell.

Mrs. Dalton worked in the field of law enforcement as a Corrections Officer with the Broward County Sherrif’s Department in Florida. It was there that...

Patricia Ann Brewington

Patricia Ann Brewington

October 15, 2026

Patricia Ann Brewington, age 82, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026. She was the daughter of the late James Denton and Jessie McMahan.

She is survived by her husband, Ernest Brewington; daughters, Robin Turner (Michael), Sherry Mathis (Jody), and Tina Walker (Matt); grandchildren, Cody Woodlee (Lacey), Abbie Woodlee, Ben Turner, Bailey Grandstaff (Dakota), Cole Walker (Rachel), and John Mathis; great grandchildren,...

Margaret Juanita Montgomery

Margaret Juanita Montgomery

October 15, 2026

Margaret Juanita Montgomery, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 15, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ethel and Lena West; husband, Raymond Montgomery; daughter, Julia Montgomery; and son in law, Eddie Bowman.

She is survived by her daughter, Janet Bowman; son, Ronald Montgomery (Rita); grandchildren, Nick Harrell (Tabetha), Brooke Bowman, Lindsey Ekstrand...

Lynette "Luella" Meyers

Lynette "Luella" Meyers

October 14, 2026

Lynette (Luella) Meyers, age 86, of Smyrna, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. A native of Crown Point, Indiana, Lynette lived a life filled with love, kindness, faith, and a deep devotion to her family and the many children whose lives she touched throughout her remarkable career as an educator.

Lynette was a devoted wife to her beloved...

Sandra Elizabeth Barker

Sandra Elizabeth Barker

October 13, 2026

Sandra Elizabeth Barker, age 81 of Smyrna passed away Tuesday October 13, 2026, at her home. She was born in Nashville and was preceded in death by her parents, Houston Tankersley Hartman, Sr., and Lois Vera Foster Hartman.

Mrs. Barker was retired from Whirlpool in La Vergne and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her husband...

Raymond Lamar Paul

Raymond Lamar Paul

October 12, 2026

Raymond Lamar Paul, age 67, of Rome, Georgia, passed away on October 12, 2026. Born on December 28, 1958, in Americus, Georgia, Raymond lived a life defined by his love for family, his servant’s heart, and his unwavering willingness to lend a hand to anyone in need. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Lamar Paul and Barbara...

Norma E. Holden

Norma E. Holden

October 12, 2026

Norma E. Holden, age 88, of Murfreesboro passed away October 12, 2026. She was a native of Oil Trough, Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edward Holden; parents, Oscar William Harvey and Beatrice Addline Morris Harvey; brothers, Carthel Harvey, Charles Harvey, Wayne Harvey, Jerry Harvey, Marshal Harvey; sisters, Berna Dean Ridge, and Udell Turner.

Mrs. Holden was...

Emily Frances Austin

Emily Frances Austin

October 11, 2026

Emily Frances Young Austin, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of creativity, a deep love for nature, and a generous spirit that touched lives both locally and across the globe.

For 61 beautiful years, Emily was married to the love of her life, Jim. Their incredible milestone and unwavering devotion to one...

Richard "Andy" Anderson, Jr.

Richard "Andy" Anderson, Jr.

October 11, 2026

Richard “Andy” Anderson, Jr. age 93, of Smyrna, TN, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026. Andy is preceded in death by his parents, Ada Marie Baker and Richard Anderson Sr.; sons, Richard III and Tony; siblings, Dora Lee Chumney, Bud, Hillary, William, Paul, and Norman Anderson.

He is survived by his wife Doris Ford Anderson; son, Rodney (Becky) Anderson; grandsons, Anthony...

Tjuana McCallister

Tjuana McCallister

October 11, 2026

Tjuana Lynn McCallister, age 66, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, Melvin Moshier; brother, Barry Moshier; and sister, Sheila Moshier.

She is survived by her husband, Michael E. McCallister, Sr.; daughter, Sheila McCallister; son, Michael McCallister, Jr.; mother, Mary Moshier; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, in laws, and close friends.

Tjuana was a long...

Khamsene Nhanthavong

Khamsene Nhanthavong

October 11, 2026

Khamsene Nhanthavong, age 88, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026.

He is survived by his children, Helen Delacruz, Venephet Nhanthavong, Sounthala Chittanavong, Phayboune Sysourath, Henry Nhanthavong, Bill Sourinho, Sothalai Sourinho, Khampho Priphasouk, and John Sourinho; 20 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and many other family and close friends.

Khamsene was a professional mechanic for many years. He was known for his kindness and...

Wanda Gay Edwards Humfeld

Wanda Gay Edwards Humfeld

October 10, 2026

Wanda Gay Edwards Humfeld, age 86, of the Rockdale-Fellowship Community, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026. Born in the Rockdale-Fellowship Community, she was the daughter of the late Hiram Epps Edwards, Sr. and Erlene Davis McPeak Edwards. Mrs. Humfeld was also preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth L. Humfeld; son, Michael Humfeld; brothers, Thomas Edwards, Bennie Lee Edwards, Hiram...

Carolyn Elaine Tucker

Carolyn Elaine Tucker

October 9, 2026

Carolyn Elaine Tucker, age 53 of Murfreesboro passed away October 9, 2026, after a vacation trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Mrs. Tucker attended Experience Church in Murfreesboro, and she joked her job in life was a profession baby maker. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Thomas Tucker; children, Ashley, Stephen,...

Kathy Ann Wilkins

Kathy Ann Wilkins

October 8, 2026

Kathy Ann Wilkins passed away at home, peacefully, with her family surrounding her, on October 8, 2026. Kathy was the adored wife of Johnny and matriarch to a lineage of strong women. Mother to Jennifer and Rachael, stepmother to Saige, grandmother to Bailey, Gabriella, Juliana, Catherine and Harper, and great-grandmother to Everleigh.

Kathy was born on November 30, 1956, in Portsmouth,...

Nathan Nickel

Nathan Nickel

October 6, 2026

Mr. Nathan Kyle Nickel, age 40, of LaVergne, TN passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026. He was born in Nashville, TN to Bob and Laurie Nickel. Nathan was an avid Star Wars fan. He enjoyed anime, bushido, and gaming with his siblings. Nathan was a kid at heart and continued his enthusiasm for Pokémon. He had a passion for animals...

Edna Earl Robertson Caughron

Edna Earl Robertson Caughron

October 5, 2026

Edna Earl Robertson Caughron, 79, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Edna was born February 18, 1947, in Andalusia, Alabama, to Earl and Flora Nowlin Robertson. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend whose life was centered on faith, family, and caring for others.

A woman of strong Christian faith, Edna loved Jesus and wanted...

Fred K. Barrett

Fred K. Barrett

October 5, 2026

Fred K. Barrett, age 80, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away Monday, October 5, 2026, at the Tennessee State Veterans Home. A native of Smyrna, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Willie J. Barrett and Edna Azilee Ross Barrett.

He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Claudette Barrett; daughter, Tammy Barrett; grandson, Matt Shook; and siblings, Kenneth,...

James Hargrove

James Hargrove

October 3, 2026

Mr. James Herbert Hargrove, age 61, of Smyrna, TN passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born in Nashville, TN to the late Donald and Jo Boyce Hargrove. James worked in the printing industry in and around Nashville and Middle Tennessee for many years. He was an avid fisherman of both Percy Priest and Normandy Lakes going for what...

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