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Murfreesboro & Smyrna Obituaries

Mike Spiroff

Mike Spiroff

June 20, 2023

On June 20, 2023, Michael J Spiroff, known to his loved ones as Mike, bid farewell to this world. Born on July 26, 1952, Mike led a life filled with love, friendship, and unwavering dedication. As we reflect on his life, we remember a remarkable man who touched the hearts of many. Mike is survived by his mother-in-law Lucy...

Margaret Edwards

Margaret Edwards

June 18, 2023

Margaret Craddock Keith Edwards, age 86 of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of twenty-one years, Lester Edwards; three children, Robert (Lisa) Keith, Eddie Keith, Paula (Joe) Wedekind; two grandchildren Robbie (Jennifer) Dodd, Kristie (Sean) Ervin; five great-grandchildren; her sister, Brenda...

Bobby Joe Laster

Bobby Joe Laster

June 16, 2023

Bobby Joe Laster, age 66 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023. A native of Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Luther and Shara McCullen Laster.

Bobby is survived by his daughter, Melissa Emma Laster of Murfreesboro, TN and son, Robert Josiah Laster of Smyrna, TN.

A graveside service will...

Sarah Elizabeth Young Godsey

Sarah Elizabeth Young Godsey

June 16, 2023

Sarah Elizabeth Young Godsey , age 80 Passed away Friday June 16, 2023, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN after an extended illness.

Sarah was a lifelong resident of Rutherford County and was a member of the Highland Heights Church of Christ in Smyrna. Her faith and love for the Lord was evident in how she lived...

Chomsy Chantharath

Chomsy Chantharath

June 15, 2023

Chomsy Chantharath, age 86 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2023. A native of Laos, he was the son of the Tone and Sa Chantharath.

Mr. Chantharath is survived by his wife Oraxone Thapasith Chantharath; children, Kinnalone Chantharath, Kinnaly Banouvong, Khamthavy Chantharath, Soukthavy Chamarath, Vilakone Chantharath, Manisone Vixayvong, Vannathone Chantharath, Viengkhone Chantharath, and Viraphonh Chantharath....

Melvin Ray "Mel" Adams, Sr.

Melvin Ray "Mel" Adams, Sr.

June 15, 2023

Melvin Ray "Mel" Adams, Sr., age 83 of Readyville, TN, passed away June 15, 2023. A native of Rutherford County, he was the son of the late George Washington Adams and Bessie Greer Akin Adams. Mel was also preceded in death by his wife Ladonna Woods Adams and a son, Melvin Ray Adams, Jr.

Mel is survived...

Lillian Faye Chastain Turner

Lillian Faye Chastain Turner

June 15, 2023

Lillian Faye Chastain Turner, age 100, of Smyrna, TN, went peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Thursday, June 15th, 2023. She was a member of Stones River Baptist Church in Smyrna, TN.

She is survived by her son, Dennis Ray Turner; grandchildren, Kelly Kay Turner, Holly Lynn Merriman, Daniel Ray Turner (Jessica), Scott Allen Turner...

William Claude Heim, Jr

William Claude Heim, Jr

June 15, 2023

William Claude Heim, Jr., age 74 of Lascassas died Thursday June 15, 2023. He was born  Louisville KY and was preceded in death by his parents William Claude Heim, and Mary Ellen Heim.

Mr. Heim was a member of Lascassas Baptist Church and a graduate of Norwich University Vermont. He was a retired Air Craft Engineer, having...

Colynns Nash

Colynns Nash

June 15, 2023

Colynns Mae Nash, infant, was born on Sunday, June 11, 2023 to parents Dwight Dale Nash III and Claryssa Madison Eason.

Colynns' family was blessed with five precious days before the Lord called his angel home on Thursday, June 15 ,2023 at 7:05am.

During these days, Colynns experienced holding hands with mommy and daddy, hugs...

Scott Paul Tuggle

Scott Paul Tuggle

June 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of

Scott Paul Tuggle

"Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty"

Psalm 91:1

Scott Paul Tuggle, age 40, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at his family home in...

Margie Travis

Margie Travis

June 14, 2023

Mrs. Marjorie "Margie" Ann Travis, age 93, formerly of Smyrna, TN went to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 14, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of Rutherford County, TN and daughter of the late James Earl and Rebecca Coleman Hayes. Mrs. Travis was a 1948 graduate of Smyrna High School and 23-year employee of General Electric in Murfreesboro,...

Roger Lawson

Roger Lawson

June 14, 2023

Roger Lawson, age 81 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023. A native of Mariba, KY, he was the son of the late Reid and Irene Adkins Lawson.

Roger is survived by his son, Wayne Lawson of Murfreesboro, TN; daughter, Laura Lawson Webb and her husband David of Baltimore, MD; sister, Juanita Patton, and her...

William Seth Brittain

William Seth Brittain

June 13, 2023

William  S. Brittain, age 81 of Lewisburg died Tuesday June 13, 2023. He was a native of Smyrna, TN and was preceded in death by his wife, Penny Brittain; and parents, David Ellis Brittain and Clara Sue  Jones Brittain; siblings, Sally Walls, James David Brittain, Paul "Red" Brittain, and Charles Edward Brittain

Mr. Brittain was a Christian...

Cindy Rhea Zacharias

Cindy Rhea Zacharias

June 13, 2023

Cindy R. Zacharias, age 64 of Murfreesboro died Tuesday June 13, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in deathby her  father, R. Donald Clark  and was a member of Smyrna Church of Christ. She was a retired Financial Analyst with Bridgestone.

She was very faithful, very energetic with a love of pets,...

Lloyd Shinn, Jr

Lloyd Shinn, Jr

June 10, 2023

Lloyd  Shinn, Jr. of Smyrna died Saturday June 10, 2023. He was a native of Kenna, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years Virginia Shinn who died in 2009.

Mr. Shinn is survived by his sons, David Shinn and wife Sherry of Smyrna, Gregory Shinn  and wife Renee of Murfreesboro; grandchildren,...

Donna Powers Woods

Donna Powers Woods

June 9, 2023

Donna Powers Woods, age 79, passed away peacefully Friday, June 9, 2023, in the presence of her loving husband, James. Donna currently resided in Knoxville but was a former longtime resident of Oak Ridge.

Donna was a member of the New York Avenue Church of Christ and taught 8th grade Science at Robertsville Middle School from 1967-1997...

Robert Honey

Robert Honey

June 9, 2023

Mr. Robert Harold Honey, age 48, of Smyrna, TN passed away Friday, June 9, 2023. He was born in Cape Girardeau, MO to Kenneth Honey and Patricia McBride Tolbert. Mr. Honey was a graduate of Cairo High School in Cairo, IL. He owned and operated V&C Electrical Contractors. Mr. Honey was a member of Smyrna 1st United Methodist Church....

Charles Jackson "Jack" Statham

Charles Jackson "Jack" Statham

June 8, 2023

Charles Jackson "Jack" Statham, age 94 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023. A native of Porterdale, GA, he was the son of the late Gilbert and Ruby Moss Statham. Mr. Statham was also preceded in death by his wife, Sallie Gray Harlow Statham who died February 9, 2023, this year.

Mr. Statham is survived...

Kenny Stafford

Kenny Stafford

June 8, 2023

Mr. Kenneth "Kenny" Allan Stafford, age 70, of Smyrna, TN passed away peacefully Thursday, June 8, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born in Memphis, TN to the late William B. and Edna Mae Holland Stafford. Mr. Stafford was a retired salesman for Waste-Quip. He enjoyed playing golf when he could. Mr. Stafford supported the community...

Christopher Miller

Christopher Miller

June 7, 2023

Christopher Patrick Miller, age 47 of Smyrna, died June 7, 2023, at StoneCrest Medical Center. He was a native of Nashville, Tennessee and was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, and uncle.

Survivors include his father, Ray Miller; mother and stepfather, Peggy and Nick Carter; children, Devin Miller, Shawn Neal, Gracey Neal, Isaac Miller, and Justin Clark;...

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