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Murfreesboro & Smyrna Obituaries

Patricia Emery

Patricia Emery

November 28, 2025

Patricia Patton Emery, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away peacefully in her home Friday, November 28, 2025, after experiencing heart failure complications since 2019. Patricia, known to many as Patsy, was born July 31, 1941, in Watertown, TN, to Thomas William and Maymie Lee Patton. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Billy Patton of Mt. Juliet, TN, and...

Oscar Hall

Oscar Hall

November 28, 2025

Oscar Hall, age 93 of Smyrna died Friday November 28, 2025. He was a native of Lebanon and was preceded in death by his parents, Jim Hall and Maude Victory Hall, and son, Gary Gene Hall.

Mr. Hall was a member of the Church of Christ and was retired from Tennessee Farmers Co-op in La Vergene.

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Mrs. Shakariben Patel

Mrs. Shakariben Patel

November 27, 2025

Mrs. Shakariben Patel, age 88, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025.

She is survived by her sons, Siddharthakumar "Sid" Patel and Vishnubhai Patel; daughters, Kapilaben Patel, Jasodaben Patel, and Greetaben Patel; daughters in law, Ramilaben Siddharthbhai Patel and Meenaben Vishnubhai Patel; grandchildren, Hina Patel, Shirish Patel, Harsha Patel, Meghna Patel, Asha Patel, and Jinendra Patel; great grandchildren,...

Jeanine Lasseter

Jeanine Lasseter

November 27, 2025

Jeanine Ellen Lasseter, age 64, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was a lifelong resident of Murfreesboro and a daughter of the late Sam Buchanan and Roberta Sansing Lasseter. Jeanine was a 1979 graduate of Riverdale High School and 1984 graduate of MTSU with a bachelor's degree in marketing. Jeanine made a name for herself...

David Michael Vize

David Michael Vize

November 26, 2025

David M. Vize, age 70, went to be with the Lord peacefully on November 26, 2025, with his loving wife Donna by his side. David fought and long and courageous battle with cancer. David was born in Indianapolis, Indiana to James R. Vize Sr. and Winifred (Winnie) Vize/Russell on February 18, 1955.

After proudly serving in the...

Jerry Windell Reese

Jerry Windell Reese

November 26, 2025

Jerry Windell Reese, age 74 of Murfreesboro died Wednesday November 26, 2025. He was born in Poplar Bluff Missouri and was the youngest of seven children. Mr. Reese was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Anderson Reese, Ruby Myrtle Harper; brothers, Jewell Reese, and Yewell Reese; sisters, Norma Guess, and Mildred Haile.

Mr. Reese is survived...

Ms. Sachivanh Phomphanh

Ms. Sachivanh Phomphanh

November 25, 2025

Ms. Sachivanh Phomphanh, age 47, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

She is survived by her parents, Nikone and Bokeo Phomphanh; brother, Sarawut Phomphanh; sister, Daravanh Phomphanh; cousin, Juralat Williams; the Viravouth Family; and many other family and friends.

Visitation with the family will be Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 11:00-1:00 PM at Woodfin Memorial...

Paul Quitman Stampley

Paul Quitman Stampley

November 24, 2025

Paul Quitman Stampley, age 91 of Murfreesboro died November 24, 2025. He was a native Port Gibson, Mississippi and was preceded in death by his parents Hardy Quitman Stampley and Eltre V. Walton Stampley, and sister, Peggy Kathleen "Kathy" Nelson.

Mr. Stampley was a member of St. Marks United Methodist Church and the Spare and Pairs Sunday...

Diane Adele Canterbury

Diane Adele Canterbury

November 24, 2025

Diane McGill Canterbury, age 75, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away suddenly, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, creativity, and unwavering love. Born on March 20, 1950, Diane devoted her life to caring for others—especially children, who were always drawn to her gentle spirit and joyful heart.

Diane was preceded in death by her father, Logan Jones; her...

William Louis Hollingsworth

William Louis Hollingsworth

November 24, 2025

William "Bill" L. Hollingsworth, a man of steadfast faith, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to family and country, passed peacefully in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, surrounded by the loved ones who meant everything to him. Born on July 26, 1934, in the small town of Seville, Florida, Bill grew up with strong roots, deep values, and a heart shaped early by...

James "Brother James" Gafford

James "Brother James" Gafford

November 23, 2025

James "Brother James" Gafford, age 86 of La Vergne died Sunday November 23, 2025, at his home. He was a native of Ashland City, TN and was preceded in death by his wife Carol Gafford who died in 2020.

Mr. Gafford was member Word of Life Christian Center International. He spent all of his life serving the...

Doris Ann Todd Jacobs

Doris Ann Todd Jacobs

November 23, 2025

Doris Ann Todd Jacobs, age 90 of Murfreesboro, TN, died peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 23, 2025. A native of Rutherford County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Felix Todd and Flona Lee Stewart Todd. Mrs. Jacobs was also preceded in death by her husband, Chief William Edmund Jacobs, and her daughter-in-law Peggy Jacobs....

Ronnie Rowland

Ronnie Rowland

November 21, 2025

Mr. Ronnie Lee Rowland, age 71, of Smyrna, TN passed away Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born in Murfreesboro, TN to the late Clayton and Beular Mae McCoy Rowland. Ronnie was a 1972 graduate of Smyrna High School. He enjoyed watching Western tv shows and movies. Ronnie retired from Anderson Pools after having worked there for over 30...

Joseph Stanley, Jr.

Joseph Stanley, Jr.

November 21, 2025

Gerald Joseph Stanley Jr., known as Joe or Joseph to his friends, beloved husband to Ciara Richards, passed away on November 21, 2025, at the age of 34. He was born on September 29, 1991, in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2011 he moved to Murfreesboro, TN where he grew into a man defined by his compassion, creativity, and deep love...

James "Troy" Bell

James "Troy" Bell

November 21, 2025

James "Troy" Bell, age 64, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Olen and Juanita Jamerson Bell; brother, Thomas Bell; aunt, Narene Davidson and Dot Arnette; and uncle, Eugene Bell.

He is survived by his brother, Todd Bell; nephew, Dylan Bell; and aunt, Frances Johnson.

Troy was...

Douglas Campbell

Douglas Campbell

November 21, 2025

Mr. Douglas Campbell, age 75, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born in Jackson, MS to the late James Campbell and Wilma Sandifer. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Deborah, and his siblings, Donna Hails and David Campbell Sr.

He is survived by his children, Donald (Nyoka) Campbell and...

Helen Marie Townsend Allen

Helen Marie Townsend Allen

November 20, 2025

Helen Marie Townsend Allen, age 86 of LaVergne, TN passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025. A native of Nashville, TN, she was the daughter of the late Edward C. Townsend and Tommie Mae Hutchenson Townsend. Mrs. Allen was also preceded in death by her husband, Olin B. Allen, a daughter, Regena Foley, a son, Rickey Allen, a granddaughter, Robin...

Mr. Somvang Phouangbandith

Mr. Somvang Phouangbandith

November 20, 2025

Mr. Somvang Phouangbandith was born in Laos on April 22, 1950. He passed away on November 20, 2025 at the age of 76.

He is survived by his wife, Marcie Cha; children, Joe Phichit, Susan Phichit, and Bo Phichitchaleunsak; and five grandchildren.

Visitation with the family will be from 12:00-2:00 PM on Sunday, November 30,...

Ronnie Maxwell

Ronnie Maxwell

November 20, 2025

Mr. Ronald "Ronnie" Claude Maxwell, age 78, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025. He was born in Rutherford County, TN to the late Robert Claude and Doris Mai Tilford Maxwell. Ronnie proudly served his country in the United States Army. He owned and operated Maxwell Builders Supply for many years before working as a truck driver....

Selena Marie White

Selena Marie White

November 19, 2025

Selena Marie White, born on January 1, 2001, in Nashville, Tennessee, entered this world bringing joy, laughter, and light to all who knew her. She was the beloved daughter of Donnie and Marsha White and was raised in Smyrna, Tennessee, surrounded by the warmth of her close-knit family. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Ralph Milford, and...

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