Ingrid Klose
April 21, 2026
Ingrid Klose, 73, of Smyrna, TN passed away on April 21, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born in Hamburg-Poppenbüttel, Germany on June 13, 1952, to Frieda and Stephan Klose. Ingrid was a beloved partner, bonus mom and grandmother, cousin, and friend who helped countless people through both her professional and volunteer efforts.
She immigrated to the U.S....
Concetta Immacolata "Tina" Kessinger
April 20, 2026
Concetta Immacolata "Tina" Kessinger, age 80 of Murfreesboro died Monday April 20, 2026. She was a native of Naples, Italy and was preceded in death by her parents Gennaro Comune, and Francesca Dente Comune.
Mrs. Kessinger was a member of the Catholic Church and had worked for McDonalds in Murfreesboro, as a Team Leader for over 30 years.
She is survived by...
Ken Cobble
April 19, 2026
Kenneth Earl Cobble, lovingly known as “Pop,” passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Smyrna, TN, at the age of 94.
Ken was born on December 20, 1931, in Yale, OK, to Joseph and Dovie Cobble. He graduated from Yale High School in 1949 before proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force. During his 22 years of...
Keith Clendenin
April 19, 2026
Mr. Marvin “Keith” Clendenin, 74 years old, of Smyrna, TN passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loved ones on April 19, 2026. He was born in Lewisburg, TN on September 12, 1951 to Marvin “Corky” and Martha Hemphill Clendenin. Keith was a 1969 graduate of Dearborn High School in Coral Gables, FL. He went on to work...
Ava Grimmett
April 19, 2026
Ava Grimmett, age 103, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Sunday, April 19, 2026, with her family at her side. She was a native of Eva, Alabama and was a daughter of the late Aquilla Zeb Williams and Annie Wallace Williams. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell Lowell Grimmett and daughter Tammy Reed.
Survivors include sons, William Russell Grimmett...
Beverly Read Calder
April 18, 2026
Beverly Read Calder was called to dance and sing with Jesus on Saturday, April 18, 2026. She is survived by her husband Dr. James E. Calder, daughter Linda Olsen, sons Jon Olsen and James O "Joey" Calder (Christy), her 9 grandchildren: Randall, Robert (Sydney), and Rachel Eichas; Gabriella (Eliiahu) Vann, Isabella, and Tanner Olsen; Eva, Morgan, and Alma Calder; and,...
Kenneth Eugene Yingst, Jr.
April 18, 2026
Kenneth Eugene, Yingst, Jr. age 60 of Murfreesboro died Saturday April 18, 2026. He was a native of Honolulu, HI and was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Eugene Yingst, Sr. and Barbara Hopkins Slade.
Mr. Yingst was a member of New Vision Baptist Church where he was active with the student ministry and The Landing. He was master chess...
Jonathan Louis Marting
April 17, 2026
Jonathan Louis Marting, age 62 of Bradyville, TN died Friday April 17, 2026. He was native of Pearl City, HI and was preceded in death by his father Louis Marting.
Mr. Marting was owner and operator of Superior Installing based in California.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Deborah Rhea Marting; children, Celina Mattes and husband Robert, Onita Chavez...
Savanna Morrow
April 16, 2026
Savanna Morrow, age 25 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Tuesday, April 14th, 2026. She was a native of Murfreesboro and is survived by her mother, Angie Morrow; a sister, Shelby Merritt (Matt Victory), all of Murfreesboro; maternal grandfather, Roger Merritt of Murfreesboro; nephew and niece, Eli and Eleanor; her beloved animal companions, Sassy, Ruby, and Daisy; and a host of other...
Brandon Seth "Buck Jumper" Argo
April 15, 2026
Brandon Seth “Buck Jumper” Argo, age 37 of Bradyville, TN, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Born in Murfreesboro, TN, he was the son of the late Ellis Black and Mary Elizabeth Argo.
Brandon is survived by his wife, Samantha Keith Argo; infant son, Jeffery Jipper Lee Argo of Bradyville, TN; nephew, Blake Jeffery of Lake Alfred, FL; and several uncles,...
Barry "Bo" Robinson
April 15, 2026
Barry “Bo” Gene Robinson, age 64, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He was born in Rutherford County, Tennessee to the late Sherman and Margie Robinson. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharon “Shari” Robinson; brother, Bud Robinson; and sister, Elaine Evans.
He is survived by his daughters, Angie Roberts and her husband Joshua, Jennifer Robinson, and...
Maria De Jesus Ramirez
April 14, 2026
Maria De Jesus Ramirez, age 65 of Smyrna passed away on Tuesday April 14, 2026. She was a native of Durango Mexico and is preceded in death by her father Rafael Marquez.
Mrs. Ramierz was a member of Jesus Christ King of Peace Church in Smyrna and had worked many jobs in Smyrna.
She is...
John Thomas Rush, Jr.
April 12, 2026
John Thomas Rush, Jr. of Murfreesboro, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at McArthur Manor in Manchester, TN. He was 94 years of age. He was the son of the late John Thomas Rush and Hattie Rush of Murfreesboro, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Helen Joyce Hill Rush, as...
Diane Wright
April 10, 2026
Mrs. Betty "Diane" Wright, age 83, of Huntingdon, TN passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. She was born in Murfreesboro, TN to the late Ashley Tolbert, Sr. and Mary Allen Tolbert. Diane was an insurance agent for over 25 years representing what was then Life & Casualty and later became American General. She had a sociable personality which led...
Bill Pitts
April 10, 2026
William Andrew Pitts, known to his friends as Bill Pitts, passed away on April 10, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward Andrew Pitts and Willie Bennett Pitts and his siblings Katherine, Martha, Annelle, Edward and Richard.
He is survived in death by his wife Janelle Pitts, whom he married on Valentine's Day 1959...
John David Carroll
April 10, 2026
John David Carroll, age 71, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.
Born on January 17, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee, David was the middle child of John and Jerry Carroll. He was raised and lived his life in Murfreesboro, where he built deep roots, many relationships, and a life centered around family.
David graduated Oakland...
Paul Givens
April 9, 2026
Paul Givens, age 87 of Murfreesboro, died Thursday April 9, 2026. He was born in Blue Diamond, Kentucky and was preceded in death by his parents, Beecher, and Rebekah, his brother Richard, and his beloved wife Rachel. Having retired from a career as a CPA and state auditor 25 years ago, Mr. Givens served as the Volunteer Coordinator at...
Terry McElhiney
April 9, 2026
Terry McElhiney, age 67 of Beechgrove, Tennessee died Thursday, April 9, 2026. He was a native of Murfreesboro, Tennessee and was a son of the late Rev. Bobby Leon McElhiney and Audrey Baker McElhiney. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Mark McElhiney.
Survivors include sisters, Susan Nicholson and husband William, and Rebecca Hatchett and...
Michael Cole
April 7, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of devoted husband, loving father, and cherished son whose kindness and warmth touched all who knew him. Michael Cole, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on April 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, leadership, and deep devotion to those closest to him.
Michael was born October 30, 1987, in Memphis, Tennessee, where his...
Mary Holyfield
April 7, 2026
Mrs. Mary Martha Hill Holyfield, age 97, formerly of Memphis, TN passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026. She was born on November 8, 1928 in Memphis, TN. Mary was a graduate of Messick High School. For many years she could be found wandering the aisle of the family's beloved tropical fish store Aquarium Enterprises or the piano bench at...
