Obituaries

January 28, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dr. James H. Hutchinson, Jr. of Lascassas on January 28, 2025. He was born in Jackson, MS to the late James 'Herbert' and Pearl Hutchinson. He graduated from Mississippi Southern College with a degree in Chemistry. After proudly serving his country in the US Army for two...

January 27, 2025

Barbara Lee Martin 1946-2025

Barbara ascended to heaven on Monday, January 27, 2025, from the home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee she shared with her loving and devoted husband of 56 years, Bob. She is also survived by her children, Bryon (Liz) and Lisa, adored grandchildren Bryce, Carly and Emma, sister Beth (Tom) Blews, and numerous nieces, nephews, and...

January 27, 2025

Thomas O'Neil Neff, Jr. age 83 of Murfreesboro, TN died Monday, January 27, 2025, at St Thomas Rutherford Hospital. He was a native of Macon, GA and a son of the late Thomas Neff, Sr. and Jayne Gibson Neff.

Survivors include his children, Thomas (Kathy) Neff III, Sandra (John) Harju, and Randy (Lisa) Neff; grandchildren, Thomas (Amer)...

January 25, 2025

Cornelia Hanson Posey Miller, age 97 of Murfreesboro died Saturday, January 25, 2025, surrounded by her family. One of seven children, she was the daughter of the late John and Nellie Posey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Lee "Bobby" Miller; son, Robert Miller; brothers, Carl, Leonard, Clyde, and Eldridge Posey;...

January 25, 2025

Boualamphanh Bouasakhone January 11, 1961 – January 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Boualamphanh Bouasakhone, who peacefully departed this world on January 25, 2025, at the age of 64. A beloved father, monk, and friend, Boualamphanh was known for his wisdom, kindness, humor, and unwavering dedication to his family, friends, and community. He...

January 25, 2025

Mrs. Betty Lou Travis Landon, age 84, of Lascassas, TN passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025. She was born February 22, 1940 in Rockvale, TN to the late Sam W. and Jennie Lou Hendrix Travis. Betty grew up in Rockvale, lived for a time in the Walter Hill Community of Rutherford County, TN, then Murfreesboro, and later spent many...

January 24, 2025

Mrs. Florrie Linda Bateman Fagan, age 90, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully Friday, January 24, 2025. She was born in Boyle, MS to the late Everette Alton and Amise Mixson Bateman. Mrs. Fagan earned her bachelor's degree in special education from Belmont University. Her profession included her steadfast loyalty to her husband and his career as a pastor...

January 24, 2025

Zanita Xayasith Kounlavong, age 7 months, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.

She is survived by her grandparents, Sengchanh and Vandy Phengsykeo, grandfather, Vanh Kounlavong; father, Xayasith Kounlavong; brother, Kai Kounlavong; twin sister, Zahara Kounlavong and older sisters Amirah Vo, and Mya Vo; auntie, Sengdeun Kounlavong; and cousin, Naiyah Kounlavong.

Though her time here was...

January 23, 2025

Lois Ann Wehofer died peacefully Thursday, January 23, 2025 with her family by her side.  She was 88.  Lois grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of the late Leo J. and Wanda Schrider and sister of the late Leo A. Schrider of Massillon, Ohio.  Lois was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  She was married to...

January 22, 2025

Mrs. Betty Ann Stephens Cox, age 87, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was a native of Murfreesboro and the only child of the late Frank and Anne Mullins Stephens. Mrs. Cox was a 1955 graduate of Central High School. She earned her bachelor's degree in home economics from Middle Tennessee State College in...

January 21, 2025

James E. Burke Jr's journey on this earth lasted 87 good years.  He died Jan. 21, 2025, after a lengthy illness, with his wife, Edna Carter, at his side.  Jim was born in Kansas City, MO. on Nov. 21, 1937, the son of Jeanne McGuirk and James E. Burke, Sr. His Sister is Suzanne Noonan, and his brother is...

January 20, 2025

Dr. Louis Edward Bittrich, beloved father, husband, brother, and son passed away on Saturday night, January 20th, 2025 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee at the age of 87.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1937, but he spent his childhood in Rapid City, South Dakota, growing up a little faster than usual, helping his single mom and younger...

January 20, 2025

Lewis Marion Miller, Jr, age 91 of Murfreesboro, TN died Monday January 20, 2025. He was a native of Wyandotte MI and was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Baggett Miller; grandchild, Shaun Ryan Talbot; parents, Lewis M. Miller, Sr., and Margaret James Miller; brother, Paul Miller, and sister Phylis Ingram.

Mr. Miller was a member...

January 20, 2025

Mary Katherine Moore, age 87 of Smyrna died Monday January 20, 2025. She was a native of Rutherford County and was preceded in death by her husband, Carl David Moore, Sr; her parents, John Wilson Young, Katherine Singleton Young; two brothers, J.W. Young, Bobby Young; sister, Jean Caperton; granddaughter, Amanda Smitty; daughter, Earnestine Smitty; great-grandson, Eric King, great-granddaughter, Arielle...

January 19, 2025

Roy "Pudge" Wolf, age 83, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025. He was a native of Gaylord, MI but later moved to Tennessee to be closer to his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Cleveann Lori Wolf, and his parents, Arthur Joseph Wolf and Margaret Clark Wolf.

January 19, 2025

Morris Edwin "Ranger"  Berry, Sr., age 85 of Rockvale died Sunday January 19, 2025. He was a native of Maben, MS and was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Margie Nell Berry. He was also preceded in death by his parents, J.W. "Jim" and Nellie Mae Hurst Berry; brothers, Tommy, Jacks, and Jimmy Berry, also son,...

January 19, 2025

Tiffany Amber Glanz, age 27 of Murfreesboro died Sunday January 19, 2025. She was a native of Florida and for the past 18 years she had lived in Murfreesboro.

Tiffany was a graduate of Siegel High School and was a devoted mother to her children, Aleiana Kinsleigh Hulette and Josiah Ryder Lyles. She is also survived by...

January 19, 2025

Marilyn Kay Ramsey Barnes, age 77, of Murfreesboro, TN, was born on June 27, 1947, and went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 19, 2025. A native of Sumner County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Crystell Keen Ramsey.

Marilyn is survived by her husband of 56 years, James Ray...

January 18, 2025

Mr. George Lawrence "Larry" Stephens, Jr., was born on October 18, 1937 and passed away on January 18, 2025 in Murfreesboro, TN. He lived a life filled with service and accomplishment. Larry grew up in Monroe, LA and graduated from Neville High School, where he was a standout football player, helping lead his team to a state championship. During...

January 18, 2025

Marshall Fields, age 65, of La Vergne, TN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025. He was a native of Dyer, TN, and was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie B. Fields and Evelyn Fields, as well as his siblings, Martha Ann, Janice Lynn, Ozella, Olice, O.B., and Bervie.

Marshall attended Cumberland Presbyterian Church in...