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Rhonda Rainey

Rhonda Rainey

June 3, 2026

Mrs. Rhonda Gayle Pike Rainey, age 73, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was a lifelong resident of Murfreesboro and 1970 graduate of Kittrell High School. Rhonda was baptized at the age of 11 and attended multiple churches throughout her life. Her favorite Bible verse was...

Joseph K. Gilbert, Jr.

Joseph K. Gilbert, Jr.

June 1, 2026

Joseph K. Gilbert, Jr. passed away due to coronary and respiratory complications peacefully on June 1, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was proceeded in death by his beloved wife Gail Painter Gilbert, his mother Martha Johnson Gilbert, and his father.

Joe is survived by his loving daughter Mary Katherine Jordan (Michael), his son Whit Gilbert, his sister Carolyn Gilbert Abston, his...

Dr. Stanley Eddie Gambill

Dr. Stanley Eddie Gambill

June 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dr. Stanley Eddie Gambill

September 3, 1949 – June 1, 2026

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life richly lived, we announce the passing of Dr. Stanley Eddie Gambill, who passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 76.

Born on September 3, 1949, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Stanley was the beloved son of Carolyn and...

Virginia Ann Fields

Virginia Ann Fields

June 1, 2026

Virginia Ann “Cotton” Fields, age 81 of Smyrna, Tennessee died Monday, June 1, 2026, at The Rutherford Assisted Living. She was a native of Kingston, Tennessee where she got the nickname Cotton, and she was a daughter of the late Thomas Brackett and Willie Rachel Harrell Brackett. She was also preceded in death by a son, Mark Fields; and her...

Colby Biggs

Colby Biggs

June 1, 2026

Mr. Colby Eugene Biggs, age 79, of Smyrna, TN passed away peacefully Monday, June 1, 2026 with his family by his side. He was born in Logan County, KY to the late Monroe and Nellie Sanford Biggs. Colby was a 1965 graduate of Logan County High School. He went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Navy....

Jerry Graham

Jerry Graham

May 31, 2026

Mr. Gerald “Jerry” Ward Graham, age 72, of LaVergne, TN passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026. He was born in Pineville, WV to the late Alvis Graham and Frances Lorraine Edwards Bentley. Jerry was as smart as it comes when working on tractor trailers. He could fix anything. Jerry worked as a truck driver and mechanic for Peterbilt and Parthenon...

Robert B. Leahew

Robert B. Leahew

May 28, 2026

Robert B. Leahew, age 85, ended his earthly life on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Born in Murfreesboro, TN and raised in Walter Hill, he was preceded in death by his parents, Sam Oliver and Estelle Leahew, as well as his brothers, Joe Leahew and Claude Leahew, and his son, Michael Leahew.

Mr. Leahew was a member of Science Hill Church of...

Jonathan David Montgomery

Jonathan David Montgomery

May 26, 2026

Jonathan David Montgomery, age 53 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in San Francisco, CA. David was born in Cherry Point, NC. He was preceded in death by his mother, Pamela Jean Newman Montgomery who died in 2001.

David is survived by his daughter, Savannah Gurch and her husband Jason of Grovetown, GA; son, Austin Montgomery of Smyrna,...

Terry Ann Womack

Terry Ann Womack

May 25, 2026

Terry Ann Womack passed away on May 26, 2026. She was the daughter of the late John Womack and Katie Womack. She was also preceded in death by her stepmother, Frances Bostic Womack; stepbrother, Don Bostic Jr.; sister, Molly Sasse; and brother, John “Jay” Womack Jr.

She is survived by the love of her life, Rhonda Jan Jennings of Mentone, AL;...

Raymond Berry

Raymond Berry

May 25, 2026

Raymond Emmett Berry, 93, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, departed his earthly home in Murfreesboro on May 25, 2026, and entered his heavenly home, there to dwell in the glorious presence of the Savior that he loved so much, the Lord Jesus Christ. He died peacefully in the presence of his family.

Raymond Emmett Berry was born on February 27, 1933, in Corpus...

Eric Dean Eubanks

Eric Dean Eubanks

May 25, 2026

Eric Dean Eubanks, age 62 of Murfreesboro died Monday May 25, 2026. He was a native of Long Beach CA.

Mr. Eubanks was retired Master Sergeant with the United States Marine Corp, after serving 27 years. His military career includes tours in Somalia, Kuwait, and Iraq,

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Maria Norma Eubanks; children, John Ygrubay, Joshua...

Rita Faye Lawrence Trousdale

Rita Faye Lawrence Trousdale

May 23, 2026

Rita Faye Lawrence Trousdale, age 83 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Saturday, May 23, 2026, at St Thomas Rutherford Hospital. She was a native of Murfreesboro and was a daughter of the late John Calvin Orr and Lillian Nixon Summar. She was also preceded in death by siblings, Janice Roberts and Mike Summar.

Survivors include her husband, Jerry Trousdale; son, Perry (Lisa)...

Richard Prescher

Richard Prescher

May 23, 2026

Richard F. Prescher, 76, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, died on May 23, 2026. A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, Murfreesboro, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Dr. John Hinkle will officiate.

Rick was born June 23, 1949, in Bloomington, Illinois, and was the son of George and Jean Prescher. He was preceded in death...

She-Ra Luna

She-Ra Luna

May 21, 2026

Mrs. She-ra Lynn Luna, age 41, of Columbia, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Born in Santa Maria, CA, She-ra was a devoted wife and mother, loving daughter, cherished sister, and loyal friend to many.

She-ra loved spending time with her family, especially her children. She enjoyed bringing loved ones together and was often the heart behind many gatherings....

Jeffrey Panya

Jeffrey Panya

May 21, 2026

Mr. Jeffrey Panya, age 45, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026. He was born in Seattle, WA and was a 1999 graduate of Pearl Cohn High School. Jeff enjoyed comics, various forms of anime, and video arts.

Jeff is survived by his parents, Nam and Bouapeth Panya; siblings, Katethong Keovilay, Bobby Panya, and Tony Panya and his wife...

Carol Anne Cutshall Pugh

Carol Anne Cutshall Pugh

May 21, 2026

Carol Anne Cutshall Pugh, age 82 died, Thursday, May 21, 2026.

Born in Green River, Utah, she made her home in Nashville for many years before relocating to Lebanon.

She was the daughter of the late William H. Cutshall and Elsie Sykes Cutshall. She was also preceded in death by her husband Bill Pugh and a brother, Kenneth Lankford.

She is survived by...

Robert Arnold Paredes

Robert Arnold Paredes

May 20, 2026

Robert “Bob” Paredes, age 82 of Spring Hill, TN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Born in Staten Island, NY, he was the son of the late Victor and Elizabeth Paredes.

Bob is survived by his wife, Lynne Paredes of Spring Hill, TN; sons, Rob Paredes and his wife Michelle Paredes of Valrico, FL, Chrisopher Paredes and his wife...

Anna Jane Bunton

Anna Jane Bunton

May 19, 2026

Anna Jane Dillard Bunton, 75 years of age, passed away on May 19, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Anna was born on October 9, 1950, in Harrison, Arkansas, to Edith Imogene and Paul Ray Dillard. She graduated from Bremen High School in Midlothian, Illinois.

She was employed as a receptionist until marrying Charles David Bunton and a mother thereafter. She and the...

Charles Jerry Gibson, Jr.

Charles Jerry Gibson, Jr.

May 19, 2026

Charles Jerry Gibson, Jr., age 60, of Smyrna, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

A native of Bradley County, Tennessee, Jerry was the beloved son of the late Charles Jerry Gibson, Sr. and Mitzi Lawson Gibson, who survives him. He was also preceded in death by David “Red” Lawson, Charles Edward Gibson, Florence Swafford Lawson, and Edna Mae...

Juan Kapamas

Juan Kapamas

May 19, 2026

Mr. Juan Kapamas, age 90, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Mexico City, Mexico to the late Demetrio and Maria Copca Kapamas. Mr. Kapamas was proud of both his Greek and Mexican heritage. He also proudly served his country in the United States...

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