Obituaries

January 19, 2026

This service has been changed due to weather conditions

Elizabeth Barrett Clemons, age 90 of Murfreesboro died Monday January 19, 2026. She was a native of Rutherford County and was preceded in death by her parents, William Anderson Barrett, and Willie Gertrude Thomas; and her daughter, Sandra Braschler.

Mrs. Clemons was...

January 18, 2026

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Harold Leon Hogg, age 85 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, in Cold Spring, KY. Born in Paragould, AR, he was the son of the late Herbert Owen Hogg and Zelma Mildred Shaw Hogg. Mr. Hogg was also preceded in death...

January 18, 2026

Mark Christopher Prater, age 50 of Murfreesboro died Sunday, January 18, 2026. He was a native of Murfreesboro and was a member of New Vision Baptist Church and project manager.

He is survived by his son, Parker Prater; parents, Ed and Debbie Prater; brother Noah Prater and wife Nicole Prater; nieces, Karlie Mingle-Prater, and Sofia Prater; nephew,...

January 18, 2026

Mr. Phoukham Xayahan, age 66, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Keung and Khamthan Xayahan; and sister, Bounleung McVey.

He is survived by his siblings, Amphone Sikounlabout of Murfreesboro, TN, Saysana Xayahan of Smyrna, TN, Phouvanh Xayahan of Murfreesboro, Chanthone Spear of Murfreesboro, Bangon Chandavong of Texas, Vahnly Anderson...

January 17, 2026

Patricia R. Ash, age 66, passed away Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Smyrna Tennessee. She was born in Lawrenceville Illinois to loving parents Dean Walker and Bessie Walker Jones on June 24, 1959

She is survived by her three sisters Susan Ridge, Beth Broady, Rhonda Snow; Brother Andrew Walker; brothers-in-law John Crites, Joe Lane, and Jimmy Ash;...

January 16, 2026

Beverly Jean Phillips Smith passed away January 16, 2026 after a brief illness, on the 55th anniversary of her mother's death.

Beverly was born on October 12, 1933 in Atlanta, Georgia to loving parents Marion Hull "Jack" Phillips and Mildred Elizabeth Burpitt Phillips.

She lived in Atlanta until she was 17, enjoying a childhood of...

January 16, 2026

Wincel Ely Raborn Jr. ("Dub") lived a life that many only dream of—and some only ever see in movies.

He was born in South Mississippi, near the Louisiana line, in the small town of Progress, where he grew up working on the family farm. When it came time for high school, his father's job with the Illinois...

January 16, 2026

Christian Tyler Martin, age 31 of Smyrna passed away Friday January 16, 2026. He was a native of Nashville and was a self-made man, and devoted husband and father. He was former owner of Martin Plumbing and owner of Projex Development.

He is survived by his wife, Jessica Barrett Martin; children, Dawson Martin and Myla Martin; father,...

January 16, 2026

Mrs. Valerie Jean Jaco, age 56, of Christiana, TN passed away Friday, January 16, 2026. She was born in Murfreesboro, TN to the late Johnny and Faye Deloris Braswell Jaco. Valerie worked as a certified nursing assistant for over 30 years at Adams Place and the Veteran's Home. She had a big heart as a caregiver for those she...

January 16, 2026

Jennifer Stevens Warner, age 64, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Stevens; mother, Joann Stevens; and brother, Matthew Stevens. She is survived by her daughter, Kelsey Warner; sisters, Becky Mills and Melanie Hesson (Jerry); niece, Katherine Marshall-Mills (Quanisha); and nephews, Chris Hesson and Samuel Hesson.

Jennifer was a...

January 16, 2026

Sara Elaine Dillon, age 47 of Smyrna died Friday January 16, 2026. She was a native of Smyrna and was preceded in death by her father, James Robert Jarrett.

Mrs. Dillion was a Christian and devoted wife, and mother.

She is survived by her husband, Mark Dillon; son, Tyler Dillon and Allie Stowe; Mother, Vickie...

January 15, 2026

Mr. Charles Edward Holton, age 68, of LaVergne, TN passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was born in Nashville, TN to the late William J. and Joy Rita Wallace Holton.

A dedicated veteran, Mr. Holton proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Army, later continuing his services in the Army National Guard...

January 14, 2026

Mr. James "Jim" Howard Krol, age 79, of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Lowell, IN, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born in Blue Island IL, he is the son of the late Michael and Josephine Krol. He is also preceded by his brothers, John A. Krol and Joseph A. Krol; and his brother and sister-in-law, Maureen Krol, and...

January 14, 2026

Mr. James Daniel Rickett, age 61, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026. He was born in Panama City, FL to the late Skinner Rickett and Joann Neely. James was a graduate of Oakland High School. He had an eclectic career and was mostly known to work as a plumber.

James is survived by his...

January 14, 2026

Linda Nancy Low, 79, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by loved ones. Born in Miles City, Montana, Linda carried the spirit of her hometown with her throughout a life marked by resilience, humor, and deep devotion to her family.

Linda spent most of her adult life in Nashville, Tennessee, where she built a long and respected...

January 13, 2026

Brenda Faye Hall, age 76 of Nashville, TN died Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was a native of Woodbury, Tennessee and a daughter of the late Robert Lee Duggin and Sarah Alice Nelson Duggin. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Lee Duggin and a cousin, Robert Hackney.

Survivors include her son, Robert Hall and...

January 12, 2026

Reverend William "W.D." Thomason, age 88 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Monday, January 12, 2026, at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. He was a native of Ila, Georgia and a son of the late Joe and Laura Thomason.

Survivors include his wife of 71 years, Jackie Thomason; sons, Bill Thomason and wife Vicki of Robertsdale, AL, and Mark Thomason...

January 11, 2026

Mr. Sonephet "Topy" Khamsyvoravong, age 48, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away suddenly, Sunday, January 11, 2026. Born in Laos, he was the son of Khamfay and Oulayvanh Khamsyvoravong.

Topy is survived by his loving wife, Seng Khamsyvoravong; his children, Marcus and Maylin Khamsyvoravong; his siblings, Malyphone and Daodeth Khamsyvoravong; and his nieces and nephews, Danny, Kevin, Mason,...

January 11, 2026

Crawford Gallimore of Pawleys Island, SC and Murfreesboro TN, passed into the loving arms of his Savior on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at his home in Murfreesboro.

A memorial service will be held on February 7, 2026 at Martin First Methodist Church, Martin, Tennessee. Visitation from 11 am to 2 pm with service to follow, with Rev...

January 11, 2026

Kevin Allen Kipping, age 42, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, following a tragic car accident in Rutherford County. He was born on August 9, 1983, in Murfreesboro.

Kevin was, first and foremost, a devoted father. His sons, Jaxton and Heath, were the center of his world, and everything Kevin did was guided...