Obituaries

August 1, 2025

Johnny Francis Nuzzo, age 42, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, John Nuzzo; brother, Steven Popwell; maternal grandparents, Constance Wiley and William Parker; and step grandparents, Cecil and Hildi Popwell.

He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Kelley and Fred Popwell; daughter, Raelynn Nuzzo; son, Lucas Nuzzo; fiancé,...

July 31, 2025

Mr. Harold "Toney" Robinson, age 82, of Smyrna, TN passed away peacefully Thursday, July 31, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born in Smith County, TN to the late Doc Robinson and Ethel Mai Hackett Robinson Russell. Toney worked as a plumber until his retirement. He was a member of the Baptist faith. Toney enjoyed fishing...

July 30, 2025

Jeanne Marie "Martin" Maynard, age 84, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. A native of West Warwick, Rhode Island and she was the daughter of the late Roderick Martin and Lorette Parenteau Martin. Also, the stepdaughter to the late Albert Martin. Mrs. Maynard was proceeded in death by her late husband,...

July 29, 2025

Lance Jennings, age 55 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee died Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was a native of Nashville and a son of the late Neal Lee Jennings, Sr. and Carolyn Jo Lance Jennings.

Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Pam Jennings; their children, Jessica Campbell (Zach), Kristen Jennings, Madison...

July 28, 2025

Konnie Lee (Fiscel) Anderson passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, July 28, 2025, at Adams Place Rehab Center in Murfreesboro, TN after a long, courageous battle with multiple sclerosis, asthma, and other health issues. Her husband, David, was by her side. She was a strong, loving, intelligent woman of faith, who never met anyone she wouldn't carry on a...

July 28, 2025

Ernest "Ernie" Cates passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, in Longmont, Colorado.

Ernie was a kind and good man, known for his gentle nature, strong faith in the Lord, and love for family. He served his country with pride in the United States Air Force and worked more than 40 years as a banker. In retirement,...

July 27, 2025

Kimberly Faith "Kim" Thomas, age 60, of LaVergne, TN, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL to the late Edward Lawrence Fulcher and Edna Lavell Ogden Fulcher.

Kim is survived by her husband, David Bruce Thomas; sons, Stephan McClure and his wife Alicia of Madisonville, TN, and Matthew Enochs and his wife...

July 24, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Park Schmidt, 81, passed away peacefully at her Smyrna, Tenn., home July 24, 2025, with the love of her life by her side.

Mary's friends and family remember her as lighthearted, spunky, and tireless — a woman who brought fun and energy to a gathering. She enjoyed cooking, dancing, sewing, and making a big deal...

July 23, 2025

Deborah Jean McGriff, age 70 of Fayetteville, TN  formerly of Rutherford County, passed away Wednesday July 23, 2025. She was a native of Knoxville, TN and was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Randolph, and Florence Douglas Randolph.

Mrs. McGriff was a Chirstian and a devoted, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She is survived...

July 23, 2025

Mrs. Lucy Mae Carter Morris Underwood, age 86, of Murfreesboro, TN went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 23, 2025. She was a life long resident of Rutherford County, TN and a daughter of the late Grover C., Sr. and Ruby Mae Cornelison Carter. Mrs. Underwood worked at Trinadad Benham for over 20 years. She enjoyed growing flowers...

July 22, 2025

Bonnie Lou Craft, age 81 of La Vergne passed away on July 22, 2025, at her home. She was a native of Robertson County and was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny Dickens, and Agnes Dickens;  sister, Jewell Turner, and a brother, Bobby Dickens.

Mrs. Craft was a Christian and had worked in the Warehouse Industry....

July 21, 2025

John Russell Garriott, age 91 of La Vergne passed away Monday July 21, 2025. He was a native of Decatur, IL and was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice Garriott, and his parents, Troy Garriott, and Faye Garriott.

Mr. Garriott had worked in the Printing Industry  and a veteran of the United States Air Force....

July 21, 2025

John Harry Cain, age 77 of Murfreesboro passed away peacefully  on Monday, July 21, 2025. He was a native of Harlan, KY and was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Florence Fulk Cain.

Mr. Cain attended Leanna Church of Christ. He moved to Murfreesboro in 1972.  Mr. Cain was a veteran of the United States...

July 20, 2025

Linda Helen Brown Markum, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, daughter and sister, passed peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 73.

Born on July 26, 1951, Linda lived a full life marked by deep love, strength, and unwavering dedication to her family. She was the beloved wife of Doug Markum, with whom she...

July 20, 2025

Boyd Neal Watson, age 63 of Murfreesboro passed away Sunday July 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Mr. Watson was a native of Sweetwater, TN  and was preceded in death by his mother, Violet Jewel Kiser Watson, and a brother, Kyle Watson. He was  the owner of Anytime Bail Bonding Company.

Mr....

July 20, 2025

Amy Lee Ferris, age 40 of Murfreesboro passed away unexpectedly on Sunday July 20, 2025. She was a native of Junction City, Kansas  and had worked for US Bank.

She is survived by her husband Jacob Ferris; children, Amaya Paredes McNair, Bailey Bobbitt, Preston Bobbitt, Kingston Ferris; step children Bella and Luca Ferris; father, Wylie McNair; mother,...

July 18, 2025

Mrs. Razzie Lee Butler Cothran Oxsher, age 89, passed away peacefully at home Friday, July 18, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and music that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew her.

A native of Tennessee, Razzie lived a life marked by devotion to her family...

July 18, 2025

Billy Joe "Catfish" Cothran, age 88 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025. The third of twelve children, he was born in Ardmore, OK, to the late John A. Cothran and Ruth Mae Pritchett Cothran. Mr. Cothran was also preceded in death by his son, William Todd Cothran and four sisters, and six brothers.

Mr....

July 18, 2025

Betty Guermonprez Hedrick, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth Guermonprez and wife of the late Roger William Hedrick, died Friday, July 18, 2025.

Survivors include a son, Dr. William Guermonprez Rogers; and a daughter, Alicia Beth Swain; grandsons, Shea Swain and wife Samantha Swain, and Scott Swain and wife Dominique; great grandchildren, Cameron Swain, Memphis Liam...

July 16, 2025

Nancy Roberts Pigg, age 86 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025. She was born in Knoxville, TN to the late William Thomas Roberts, Jr., and Cornelia Capshaw Roberts. Nancy was also preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Scoville.

Nancy is survived by her husband of 64 years, Charles "Charlie" L. Pigg; daughters, Robbie...