Frank Edward Franklin
August 7, 2026
Frank Edward Franklin, age 80 of Smyrna died Friday August 7, 2026. He was a native of Rutherford County, and was a preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Franklin; parents Frank M. Franklin, and Drusilla Haithcock Franklin; grandson, Benjamin Sterling.
Mr. Franklin was a member of Florence Baptist Church and was a retired police officer having worked from Smyrna Police...
Christopher George Sullivan
August 7, 2026
Chris George Sullivan, known lovingly as "Big Papa" and "Big Daddy," passed away on August 7, 2026, at the age of 52. Born on August 20, 1973, in Murfreesboro, TN, Chris spent his life leaving a lasting impression on everyone lucky enough to know him.
Chris was the kind of guy who could walk up to a complete stranger and talk...
Walter P. Nipper, Jr.
August 7, 2026
Walter Peyton Nipper, Jr., age 78 of Murfreesboro, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 7, 2026. A native of Rutherford County, he was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Peyton Nipper, Sr. and Ethel Virginia Sheets Nipper; sister, Virginia Ann Lester Knoll; brother-in-law, Clayton Eugene Fann; and an infant Fann.
He is survived by his sister, Brenda...
Ray Dean Carter
August 5, 2026
Ray Dean Carter, age 92 of Murfreesboro passed away on Wednesday August 5, 2026. He was a native of Allen County, Kentucky, and preceded in death by his father, Edwin L. Carter, mother, Lela Rippy Wagner and stepfather Jessie Ray Wagner.
He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Shirley F. Carter; daughter, Debra Lindsay and husband William “Jim” Lindsay,...
Laura Michelle Miller
August 5, 2026
Laura Michelle Miller, age 51 of Murfreesboro died Wednesday August 5, 2026. She was a native of Riverdale GA.
Mrs. Miller had worked retail in Murfreesboro for the last 15 years.
She is survived by her husband Eric Miller, Children; Joseph Brandon Scott and wife Jennifer, Tiffany Lynn Scott-Miner and husband Matthew, Andrew Charles Miller and wife Ariel; grandchildren, Callie, Aria, Kinsley,...
Christine Pike
August 4, 2026
Christine Pike, age 93 of Murfreesboro died Tuesday August 4, 2026. She was a native of Killen, Alabama and was preceded in death by her husband, James Pike; parents, Robert Anthony Gooch, Leola Estelle Stacey Harris; daughters, Karen Pike, and Rhonda Rainey.
Mrs. Pike was a member Marshall Knob Baptist Church and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She is...
Buddy Powers
August 4, 2026
Mr. Eron Elmore “Buddy” Powers, Jr., age 63, of Murfreesboro, TN entered the presence of his Lord surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous battle with liver cancer on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. He was born in Woodbury, TN to the late Eron, Sr. and Nellie Hayes Powers. Buddy was a devoted follower of Christ, a loving...
Johnnie Michelle Morgan
August 4, 2026
Johnnie Michelle Morgan, age 58 of Smyrna died Tuesday August 4, 2026. She was a native of Nashville and was preceded in death by her father, John Marshall Morgan.
Ms. Morgan had worked for the VFW in Smyrna and Sub Station in Smyrna. She was a devoted mother, a true friend, and a person with the kindest heart on earth.
She is...
Wendell Ralph Rogers, Jr
August 3, 2026
Wendell Ralph Rogers, Jr., age 48 of Murfreesboro died Monday August 3, 2026. He was a native of Murfreesboro and was preceded in death by his dad, Wendell Rogers.
Mr. Rogers was a professional auto body and master painter. He enjoyed traveling and enjoying his life.
Mr. Rogers is survived by his Son, Kaleb Taylor and wife Brandy, Mother; Shelia Dodgen; granddaughter,...
John G. Anderson
August 3, 2026
John Gary Anderson
“Ralph”
1942 – 2026
John Gary Anderson (known as “Ralph” to many), age 84, of Nashville, TN, died Monday, August 3, 2026. He was born in Franklin, TN, and was preceded in death by his parents, John Wesley Anderson and Ruth Jackson; and his siblings, Bobby Wiles and Wesley Anderson.
Mr. Anderson was a Christian and a 24-year veteran of the...
Deborah Robinson
August 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Deborah Kelty Robinson
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deborah Kelty Robinson, lovingly known as "TG" to everyone fortunate enough to know her, age 64, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Born in Aledo, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Francis Kelty and the late Lurline LeiLani Kelty....
Norma Smith
August 1, 2026
Mrs. Norma Joan King Smith, age 93, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026. She was born in Erie, PA and lived in Madison, AL before settling in Murfreesboro, TN. Mrs. Smith retired as a loan officer from PNC Bank, formerly Security Peoples Trust Company. She volunteered with the Greene Township Lioness Club, Gifts for Kids, and St....
Edith Janelle Smith
July 31, 2026
Mrs. Edith Janelle “Janie” Smith, age 79, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026. Born in Lawrenceburg, TN, she was the daughter of Jesse and Reny Murrell. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Charles Smith, and her siblings, Jesse Lloyd, Charles Franklin, Margie Jewel, Reny Imogene, Alton Ray, and Harold...
Phillip Owen "P. O." Florida
July 30, 2026
Phillip Owen “P.O.” Florida, age 95, of Lascassas, TN, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 30, 2026. He was a native and lifelong resident of Lascassas, TN. Mr. Florida was preceded in death by his parents, the late Earl Lindsley and Verna Madge Martin Florida. He was also preceded in death by his seven brothers and their...
Christopher Dennis Frye
July 28, 2026
Mr. Christopher Dennis Frye, age 71, of Rockvale, TN, passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Born in Logan, West Virginia, he was son to the late James and Thelma Frye. He is also preceded in death by his siblings; Dale Frye, Virginia Lingrell, Vivian Sanders, John Frye, and Martha Sylvester.
Chris is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lydia...
Debora Hundley
July 27, 2026
Debora Sue Hundley (Phillips), of Smyrna Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her children. She was born May 16, 1955, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Michael and NormaGene Phillips.
Originally from Indianapolis, Debbie carried her Hoosier roots with her throughout her life before making her home in Smyrna, Tennessee, in late 1991. She worked as an insurance consultant since...
Donald "Don" Edwards
July 26, 2026
Donald Ornette Edwards went to his heavenly reward on Sunday, July 26, 2026. He is hugging his daughter, Traci Beth and other loved ones who went before him.
Donald was a faithful servant of The Lord. He put God first, then family, then work, then UT football. He loved UT - his ring tone was “Rocky Top.” He was also the...
William "Bill" Brett Lambing III
July 24, 2026
Mr. William “Bill” B. Lambing III, age 88, of Murfreesboro TN, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, son to the late William B. Lambing, Jr and Geneva Lambing.
Bill is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Patricia Lambing; his son, Brett Lambing and his wife Shelley; his daughter, Kelly Augustine and her partner Duane...
Michael Francis Lawlor
July 24, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce the passings of Michael Francis Lawlor, 79 of Murfreesboro, TN who passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026.
Mr. Lawlor was born on October 21, 1946, in Danbury, CT. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, achieving the rank of Sergeant E-5 while stationed in Germany. Following his military service, Michael devoted his...
