Tammy Donnell Griffin, age 51, died Wednesday [May 4, 2011] at her residence. She was the daughter of Albert Donnell and the late Joan Malone Donnell. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Francis and Alta Mae Malone and Howard and Grace Donnell. She was a 1977 graduate of DeKalb County High School. She was married to George Michael Griffin on January 1, 1985, and was a member of the West Main Baptist Church in Alexandria. She worked for Stones River Hospital as an Insurance Representative. Mrs. Griffin is survived by her husband, Michael Griffin and two children, Tara and Tyler Griffin all of Alexandria. Her father, Albert Donnell and his wife Susan of Auburntown. A brother, Tony Donnell of Watertown. Sister-in-law, Jennifer Donnell of Watertown. Special cousin, Stevie Dedmon of Gordonsville. The funeral will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the West Main Baptist Church. Ben Simpson will officiate and burial will be in Hillview Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be at Avant Funeral Home on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday at the church after 10:00 a.m. The Griffin family requests that memorials be made to the West Main Baptist Church or to the American Cancer Society. Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   75 year old Melvin Franklin McCormick of Smithville died Thursday [April 21, 2011] at NHC Healthcare Center. He was a member of the Church of Christ and a factory worker. The funeral will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Phillip Adcock will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lester Franklin and Ollie Myrtle Adcock McCormick. Survivors include a daughter, Janice and husband Larry Blish of Smithville. A granddaughter, Stephanie Dodson of McMinnville. Four great granddaughters, Kelsi Glenn, Allissa Glenn, Selena Glenn, and Atlantis Dodson. Four sisters, Fay and husband Franklin Adcock of Smithville, Ann Hallum of Smithville, Linda and husband Ralph Womack of McMinnville, and Kathy and husband Glen Cannon of Rock Island. Three brothers, James and wife Charlotte McCormick of McMinnville, Leonard McCormick of Smithville, and Bobby and wife Patricia McCormick of Smithville. Special friend, Dot Underwood of Smithville. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. The family asks that donations be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses iin lieu of flowers.

   THOMAS, Charles, Larry, 72, of Hermitage, TN, passed away April 8, 2011. Born on Aug. 20, 1938. Departed on Apr. 8, 2011 and resided in Hermitage, TN. He is survived by his wife, Bitia Thomas; sons, Randall & Larry Thomas, Jr.; brother, Lenny Thomas. Service will be 2pm Sunday at Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home with visitation 2 hours prior. Interment will be 2pm Monday at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in McKenzie, TN. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to charity of your choice.

   72 year old Joe Wallace Oakley of Sparta died Monday [April 4, 2011] at his residence. He was a farmer. The funeral will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Peeled Chestnut United Methodist Church, where he was a member. Tommy Davis will officiate and burial will be in the Peeled Chesnut Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 1:00 p.m. at the church. Oakley was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Oakley; a son, Darrell Oakley; a sister, Ann Oakley; and parents, Wallace and Grace Allen Oakley. Survivors include two sons, Joe Derek and wife Felisha Oakley of Smithville and Daren and wife Tabitha Oakley of McMinnville. Four grandchildren, Kristen, Mara Jade, Tavia, and Anaka Oakley. Two step-grandchildren, Austin and Dustin Cook. Two brothers, Jimmy and wife Hilda Oakley and Louie and wife Vivian Oakley all of Alexandria. Many nieces and nephews also survive. The family asks that donations be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses, in lieu of flowers.

   94 year old Bessie Bell Spencer of Liberty died Monday [March 21, 2011] at NHC Healthcare Center in Smithville. She was a Methodist and retired from the shirt factory. The funeral will be Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Javin Lawson, Junior Hibdon, and Michael Hale will officiate and burial will be in the Dismal Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Versie Scott Driver; her husband, Halton Spencer; a son, Robert Spencer; a great grandson, Bryan Keith Spencer; a great great grandbaby, Kaitlyn Bennett; sisters, Lena May Driver, Exum Chapman, and Beluah Malone; and brothers, Dawson Driver and Odell Driver. Survivors include a daughter, Lois Self of Liberty. Eight grandchildren, Terry Hicks, Mark Hicks, Bessie Collins, Linda Kennedy, Barbara Hicks, Stevie Spencer, Debbie Bartley, and Joann Bradford. Twenty six great grandchildren and twenty one great great grandchildren. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   71 year old Nadean Cantrell Taylor of Dowelltown died Friday [March 18, 2011] at her residence. She was a longtime devoted member of the Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church; a factory worker and in retail sales. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Bill Robertson will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Lachian and Vallie Rebekah Martin Cantrell; a twin sister, Nadell Grissom; a niece, Rhonda Newby; and a nephew, Terry Watts. Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Jimmy Taylor of Dowelltown. Daughter, Jan Taylor of Dowelltown. Sister, Melba Jean and husband Arnold Watts of McMinnville. Brother-in-law, Paul K. and wife Stella Grissom of McMinnville. Sister-in-law, June Rhody of Smithville. Niece, Gayle and husband Stacy Caldwell. Nephews, Myron and wife Cindy Rhody; Kenny and wife Beth Rhody; and Tim and wife Regina Watts. Several great nieces and nephews. Devoted family, Tammy and husband Scott Turner, and Caitlin and Christian. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. The family has asked that donations be made to the Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church Building Fund or the Lighthouse Christian Camp or to the charity of your choice, in lieu of flowers.

   72 year old Georgia Lee Young of Liberty died Tuesday [March 15, 2011] at UMC Hospital in Lebanon. She was a cafeteria manager at DeKalb West School and a member of the Faith Congregation. Known as "Granny", she served in the DeKalb County School System for 40 years. The funeral will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the Alexandria First Baptist Church. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m; and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until noon. at Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Vantrease and Ruby Poston Cardwell. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Hugh Morris Young of Liberty. Sons, Terry and wife Lanee Young of Mount Juliet and Jeff and wife Julie Young of Alexandria. Daughters, Sherry and husband Charles Williams of Alexandria, Donna and husband Danny Hale of Brush Creek, and Lesa and husband Alan Hayes of Liberty. Step-sons, Eddie and wife Ernestine Young of Smithville and Joe Donald and wife Carman Young of Murfreesboro. Grandsons, Jacob and wife Crystal Young, Joey and wife Melissa Hight, Josh Hale, Justin Hale, Lincoln and wife Amy Young, Bailey Hayes, Garrett Hayes, and Charlie Young. Granddaughters, Whitney and husband Hunter Wharton and Chelsie Young. Step-grandsons, J.D. Young and Eddie Young, Jr. Great grandchildren, Kayla, Zachary and Ethan Hight, Madyson Young, and Zoi Hale. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   92 year old Ova J. Driver of Smithville died Tuesday [February 15, 2011] at DeKalb Community Hospital. She was a member of the Snow Hill United Methodist Church and a shirt factory worker. The funeral will be Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Jerry Driver, James Driver, and David Driver will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 10:00 a.m. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood Driver; parents, Talmange and Myrtle Moore Davis; and sisters, Altie Vandergriff, Edith Seals, and Wilma Cubbins. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Linda Driver of Glasgow, Kentucky. Two grandchildren, James Driver of Frankfort, Kentucky and David Driver of Chattanooga. Three great grandchildren, Christopher Driver, Sarah Driver, and Jonathan Driver. Sisters, Marie Robinson and Lena Vanderpool both of Smithville and Margie Close of Mount Juliet. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. The family asks that donations be made to Gideons International, in lieu of flowers.

   65 year old Kelly Owens of Gordonsville died Monday [January 7, 2011] at Centennial Medical Center. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a private investigator. The funeral will be Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Chris Long and Danny Chance will officiate. A graveside service will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. E.S.T. at Pilgram's Rest cemetery in Black Water, Kentucky. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12 noon until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Retha Sharp Owens; a grandchild; brothers, Elbert, Luther, and Ronnie Owens; and sisters, Annie Tuttle and Martha Asher. Survivors include his wife, Karen Owens of Gordonsville. Children, Lisa and husband Vann, Marsha and husband J.M. Hall, and Melanie and husband Buddy Harmon all of Kentucky. Ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Brothers, Henry and wife Gail Owens of Kentucky, Kenneth and wife Jean Owens of Smithville, and Johnny Owens of West, Virginia. Sisters, Letha and husband Glen Price of Indiana and Lizzie Owens of Alexandria. Several nieces and nephews survive. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   Timothy Howard Bryson, 48, died Saturday, February 5th [2011] following an extended illness. He was a resident of Woodbury and was a native of Cannon County. Survivors include: mother, Elsie Dutton Bryson of Auburntown, son, Ethan Robert Bryson of Auburntown, sisters, Brenda Francis of Auburntown and Debbie Cheatham of Auburntown, several nephews and nieces also survive. Funeral services for Timothy Howard Bryson will be Monday, February 7th at 2:00pm in the chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home. Bro. Thurman Seber will conduct the service. Burial will be in Sycamore Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Sunday, February 6th from 4:00pm – 9:00pm at the funeral home. Woodbury Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   84 year old Birchie Geneva Jeffries of Smithville died Monday [January 31, 2011] at NHC Healthcare Center. She was the retired owner of Birchie's Sweet Shop and a member of the Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church. The funeral will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Bill Robertson and Virgil Hibdon, Jr. will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Dossie Adcock Young; six brothers, Greg, George, Orvin, Bill, J.T., and Charlie Young; four sisters, Emma Smith, Rosha Henderson, Ola Haley, and Sirtie Orrick; and a son-in-law, Johnny Williams. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Pam Turner of Baxter. A daughter, Joannie Williams of Dowelltown. Six grandchildren, Amy and Patrick Cripps, Shelli Williams, Joshua and Erin Turner, Jessica and Lynus Martin, and Jennifer and Robbie Sykes all of Smithville, and Crystal and Jacob Young of Roane Mountain. Ten great grandchildren. Two sisters, Onie Smith of California and Lillie Calvin of Georgia. Special sister-in-law, Mable Young and special friend, Sherry Tusar both of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   SUNFIELD, Mich. — Wesley Paul Meyers Sr., 89, of Sunfield went to be with his Lord on Dec. 22, 2010 while at MagnumCare of Hastings. His wife, Lucille, was at his side when he quietly passed away. Wes was born March 3, 1921 in Sunfield, the son of Harold A. and Mattie M. (Bailiff) Meyers. He attended Sebewa Center Rural School and Lake Odessa High School. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the Navy’s 5th Amphibious Forces, 7th Fleet, and was stationed on the islands of Guam, Saipan and Hawaii. Upon discharge, he married his long-time sweetheart, Lucille M. Heintzleman, on June 7, 1946. Wes was a life-long resident of Sunfield where he farmed and was employed by Mapes Furniture Company for more than 25 years as a floor covering installer. He was a member of Sebewa Center United Methodist Church and the VFW Jackson-Mutschler Post 4461. Wes was a humble man with a kind and loving spirit. His greatest joy was to be at home with his wife and to spend time with his children and grandchildren. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed being in the woods or puttering in the yard and garden. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, along with their children, Linda (Phil) DeVries of Ludington, Duane (Buffy) Meyers of Sunfield, Debrah (Ed) Smith of Lake Odessa, Wesley Jr. (Connie) Meyers of Lake Odessa and Annette (Ron) Thompson of Indian River; 15 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Also surviving are one brother, Harold Meyers of Charlotte and one sister, Ardell (Richard) Ward of Lake City. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, Darrell E. Meyers; and siblings, Howard (Leona) Meyers and Eleanor (Al) Allen; and sister-in-law Maxine Meyers. The funeral service will be held at Rosier Funeral Home in Sunfield at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010. The family will receive visitors immediately before the service, between noon and 1 p.m. Interment will take place at the East Sebewa Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Sebewa Center United Methodist Church or the VFW post in Lake Odessa, sent c/o RFH, P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI 48890. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.legacy.com. The family is being served by the independent family owned funeral home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home.

   Climax, MI [Date of death October 30, 2008] Nena Mae Loveland went home peacefully to be with the Lord, her personal Lord and Savior, and her loving husband Edwin "Ed" Loveland Sr., who preceded her in death on December 16, 2002. Nena was born on August 7, 1929 in Royalton Township, Ohio to John J. and Oma (Hicks) Tramel who have preceded her in death. She and Ed lived in the Scotts area since the day of their marriage on April 4, 1947. Nena and Ed met at a dance in November of 1946, and shared their lives for 55 years until the moment he entered into the arms of Jesus. Nena missed Ed everyday for the last six years. God blessed Nena and Ed with five children, Eddie (Patricia) Loveland Jr., Susan (John) Spencer, Joyce (Chuck) Spence, Todd (Laura) Loveland and Matt (Barb) Loveland, 18 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Nena cherished her 10 brothers and sisters (TJ, Calvin, Louise, Frances, Sue, Dick, Bob, John, Janet, Karen) and Ed's remaining brother and his wife, Tom and Eva "Tootsie" Loveland and looked forward to their frequent phone calls and visits. Nena worked along side Ed as owner/operators of a sawmill business serving the greenhouse industry, while operating a working raspberry farm during the summer months for 16 years. She then went to work at Directors Hall as a nursing assistant until she joined Ed in retirement in 1989. As a woman of great faith, she was active in her Christian life, and her family takes comfort that she has gone home to be with her Lord and Savior. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 2, 2008 at Shaw Funeral Home, Battle Creek. Services will take place 1:00 p.m. Monday, November 3, 2008 at the funeral home with Pastor Dan Barnes, Galesburg Baptist Church officiating. Interment, Morgan Cemetery. Memorial donations may go to the American Cancer Society or Galesburg Baptist Church 10100 Shadowlane, Galesburg, MI 49053). The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home. Burial: Morgan Cemetery Battle Creek Calhoun County Michigan, USA

   67 year old Sarah Tramel of Smithville died Monday [January 17, 2011] night at DeKalb Community Hospital. She was a retired cafeteria manager with DeKalb County Schools. She was also a member of Calvary Baptist Church. The funeral will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. B.J. Thomason will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 11:00 a.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Lovell and Mairene Bailiff Keith; a sister, Sue Keith Hale; and brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Carolyn Young. Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Kenneth Tramel of Smithville. Two daughters, Jennifer Tramel of Smithville and Jill Tramel of San Antonio, Texas. Three 1st cousins, Joyce and husband Charles Stanley of Kentucky, Jan and husband Steve Anderson of Nashville, and Shirley Taylor of Murfreesboro. Two brothers-in-law, Jerry and wife Carolyn Tramel of Smithville and Eddie and wife Debbie Tramel of Alcoa. Two sisters-in-law, Becky and husband Moose Nokes and Joyce Hendrixson of Dowelltown. One aunt, Louelle Bailiff Taylor of Smithville. Thirteen nieces and nephews, eleven great nieces and nephews, and her church family at Calvary Baptist. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. If you prefer to make a donation in lieu of flowers,please make them to the Calvary Baptist Church Choir Fund or to Gideons Bibles.

   82 year old Ruth Parker of Liberty died Friday [January 14, 2011] at her residence. She was a member of the Liberty United Methodist Church. Parker was also a retired shirt factory worker, having worked 30 years. She also worked with the Liberty Senior Citizens for 15 years. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Michael Hale and Matt Long will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Onis and Onie May Crook Driver; a son, Larry Martin; and a sister, Robbie Summers. Survivors include a daughter, Judy and husband Gary Mathis of Liberty. A daughter-in-law, Connie Martin of Liberty. Grandchildren, Kim Cox, Barry Martin, Jenny and husband Ritchie Bennett, and Tasha and husband Frank Figgins. Nine great grandchildren, Kayla and husband Chad Harvey, Brittney and Kristen Campbell, Samantha Sircy, Taylor Martin, Lance League, Madison Figgins, Morgan Clark, and Labrice Figgins. Two brothers, J.C. Driver of Liberty and Darry and wife Susan Driver of Dowelltown. One sister, Georgia Fish of McMinnville. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   Lytle E. “Buddy” Fann, 80, died Tuesday, November 30, 2010 at Woodbury Nursing Center following an extended illness. A resident of Auburntown, Mr. Fann was a Cannon County native. He was preceded in death by his parents: William (Bill) Fann and Lizzie Allison Fann; wife, Alpha Vance Fann; two sons, Ronnie and Donnie Fann; and sister, Agnes Gunter. Survivors include: Grandchildren: Rhonda Foshie of Greenville; Donna Fann of Auburntown and Amy (Calvin) Lack of Auburntown. Sister: Kizzie Vance of Auburntown. Great Grandchildren: Amber and Justin Alexander, Cheyenne and Hagen Fann, Dustin, Dalton and Devin Lack. A member of the Baptist church and the Middle Tennessee Trail Riders Assoc., he was retired from Farmers Co-Op in Lavergne. Funeral services will be in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 2, 2010 with Bro. John Harris officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is Wedbesday, Dec. 1, 2010 from 5 p.m. till 9 p.m.

   Ralph Jesse Bailiff, Jr. age 48, of Weatherford, TX., passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2010 at South Hampton Community Hospital in Dallas, TX. Ralph was born in Pikeville, KY. on January 5, 1962. He was a resident of Parker County for many years where he worked for JAMAK Fabrications. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church of Weatherford, TX. An avid mountain biker, Ralph was a member of the Dallas Off-Road Bicycle Association and the Fort Worth Mountain Bike Association. He devoted many volunteer hours to trail work in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. He was the President of the Weatherford College Basketball Booster Club and a graduate of the Oklahoma Horseshoeing School. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Paris and Elizabeth Stiltner and Clyde and Etta Bailiff. Mr. Bailiff is survived by his daughters, Jessica Bailiff of Weatherford, TX. and Christian Hernandez (husband – Juan) of Benbrook, TX, parents, Kathleen Helton ( husband – Jessie) of Seymour and Ralph Bailiff, Sr. (wife- Ellie) of New Market,sister, Tammy Kinsler (husband- Gerald) of Morristown, brothers, Terrence Bailiff of New Market and Sgt. Duran Bailiff (wife – Mi Sook) of Killeen, TX. and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, August 28, 2010, in the Chapel of Stubblefield Funeral Home at 2 p.m. The Rev. Jack Hitch will officiate. Family and friends will gather on Saturday one hour prior to the services at Stubblefield Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Hamblen Memory Gardens, following the services. Stubblefield Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

   76 year old Hoyte F. Hale of Smithville died Sunday [December 5, 2010] at Stones River Hospital. He was a member of the Blue Springs Old Fashion Free Will Baptist Church. He was also retired from Federal Mogul. The funeral will be Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. David Lawson and Paul Taylor will officiate and burial will be in the Bonham Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 11:30 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. Hale was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Dexie Hale; brothers, James L. and Lloyd L. Hale; and a sister-in-law, Hazel Hale. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Helen Whitworth Hale of Smithville. A daughter, Angela and her husband Billy Osment of Smithville. One son, Dathan and his wife Sarah Beth Hale of Gray, Tennessee. Three grandchildren, Jackub and Josef Osment of Smithville and Hallie Grace Hale of Gray, Tennessee. Sisters-in-law, Josephine Hale of Smithville and Linda and her husband Ronnie Huff of McMinnville. Brothers-in-law, Kenneth Whitworth of Decatur, Alabama and Jamie Whitworth and Waymon A. Mayfield of Nashville. Several nieces and nephews and longtime friend of 51 years, Dorothy Cantrell of Smithville as well as other friends. The family requests that donations be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Blue Springs Free Will Baptist Church, to the First Nazarene Church Children's Fund (in Smithville), or to the family. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   92 year old Beulah Lee Tramel Joins of Smithville died Friday [November 26, 2010] at NHC Healthcare Center. She was a retired factory worker and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. B.J. Thomason and Virgil Hibdon, Jr. will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Joins; parents, Herbert and Joanner Mullican Tramel; a daughter Yolinda Dunn; and a brother, W.J. Tramel. She is survived by a sister, Hallie Agee of Dowelltown. Three nieces, Glinda and her husband Clifford Randolph of Dowelltown, Regina Kent (Regina's husband was the late Jerry Kent), and Brenda Tramel. Nephews, Roger Griffith, William Robert and his wife Brenda Joins all of Smithville, and Denny Joins of Alabama. Two sisters-in-law, Magdalene Joins of Alabama and Mary Frances Joins of Smithville. Great niece, Breanna and her husband Chris Hawkins and nephews, Cody Randolph and Tyler Kent all of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   92 year old Gordon Walker of Alexandria died Sunday [October 17, 2010] at DeKalb Community Hospital. The funeral will be at the Alexandria First Baptist Church on Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. Don Elmore and Curt Wagoner will officiate and burial will be in Hillview Memorial Cemetery in Alexandria. The Walker family will receive friends at Avant Funeral Home on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 pm. and on Wednesday at the Alexandria First Baptist Church from 11:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Gideons International. Walker was born on June 1st, 1918 in the house where he lived when he died. He was the son the late May Marler and Robert Walker. Three brothers, Robert, James, and John Walker preceded him in death. A son-in-law, Homer "Ed" Edwards preceded him in death on August 18th, 2004. He was married to Grace Givan on September 10th, 1942. He was a farmer and had been a member of the Alexandria First Baptist Church for some 80 years. Walker is survived by his wife of 68 years, Grace Givan Walker of Alexandria. A daughter, Helen Walker Edwards of Alexandria. A son and daughter-in-law, Billy and LaVonne Walker of Alexandria. Six grandchildren, Steve and wife Amy Edwards of Murfreesboro, Angie and husband Keith Garrett of Vonore, Tennessee; Tim and wife Nicole Edwards of Knoxville; Julie and husband Kent Beasley of Lebanon; Jill and husband Tim Chappell of Alexandria; and Cindy Walker of Alexandria, Eight great grandchildren, Logan, Emma, Ava, Audrey, Colton, Brady, and Lola Klaire Chappell and Jack Walker Beasley. Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   79 year old James Loyd Bandy of Smithville died Friday [October 8, 2010] at his step-daughter's residence. He was a Baptist, a U.S. Army veteran, and a self-employed handyman. The funeral will be Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Michael Hale will officiate and burial will be in the Blues Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from noon until the time of the service at 4:00 p.m. Bandy was preceded in death by his parents, Matt and Erlene Bandy; his wife, Nell Bandy; and a daughter, Paulette Estes. He is survived by a sister, Hattie Adcock of McMinnville and a nephew, Richard and his wife Sherry Adcock. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   91 year old Ina Mae Tramel Hendrixson of Smithville died Monday [September 27, 2010] at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. A native of DeKalb County, she was a member of the Smithville First United Methodist Church, the Methodist Woman's Society, the Eastern Star, the American Legion, and she was a former volunteer Candy Striper at the hospital. The funeral will be Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Smithville First United Methodist Church. Terry Little will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home and Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at the church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul L. Hendrixson; her parents, Thomas H. and Ruthie I. Tramel; brothers, Alton Tramel and James Tramel; and a sister, Robbie Tramel Watts. Survivors include two daughters, Paulette Parsley and her husband Cleo McDonald of Cookeville and Tricia and her husband James Wood of Madison, Alabama. Three granddaughters, Paula Lynn and husband Joe Yost of Kennesaw, Georgia; Stephanie and husband John M. Cooper, IV of Spring Hill; and Sonja and husband Thomas Franks, Jr. of Athens, Alabama. Grandson, Jason Tramel Parsley and wife, Cece of White House. Six great grandchildren, Ashleigh Franks, Justin Yost, Rachel Yost, Samantha Franks, Emmaline Cooper, and John Marshall Cooper, V. Numerous nieces and nephews survive along with caregiver Lisa Curry of Cookeville. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   Calvin Coolidge Tramel, 82, of Battle Creek died September 9, 2009 at Good Samaritan Hospice Residence. He was born August 13, 1927, the son of John F. and Oma Mae (Hicks) Tramel in Liberty, Tennesee. Calvin served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He worked as a master electrician for Central Electric, Union Electric and RW Leet Electric, retiring in 1992. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Martha Anne (Adams) Tramel in 1992 and his second wife, Joann Bales in 2004; his parents and sister, Nena Loveland. He is survived by his sons, Stephen (Janet) Tramel and Christopher (Patricia) Tramel all of Battle Creek; grandchildren, Curtis Tramel, Kristen Tramel, both of Battle Creek, Mylissa Baker of Kissimmee, Florida, Chris Lukins of Allegan and Gregory Tramel and Belinda Scott, both of Battle Creek; nine great grandchildren; one great greatgrandchild; brothers, TJ (Ellen) Tramel, John (Gloria) Tramel and Bob (Barbara) Tramel all of Battle Creek, Richard (Kathy) Tramel of Tampa, Florida and sisters, Louise Perry, Frances (Maurice) Swan, Sue (Fielden) Corbin, all of Battle Creek, Janet Belote of East Leroy and Karen Ryan of Battle Creek. Calvin was a member of IBEW Local 445 for over 65 years and the Masonic Lodge in Climax. He enjoyed gardening, mowing his acreage and watching sports. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 10, 2009 at Shaw Funeral Home. Services will take place 2:30 p.m. Friday, September 11, 2009 at the funeral home. Interment, Morgan Cemetery. Memorial donations may go to Good Samaritan Hospice Residence (in care of Lifespan, 166 E. Goodale Ave., Battle Creek, MI 49017). The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home. www.shawfuneralhome.com

   86 year old Junior Keith of Smithville died Saturday [August 28, 2010] at Vanderbilt Hospital. He was owner and operator of Keith & Son Trucking. He was also a member of the Mount Moriah The Baptist Church. The funeral will be Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Tim Pelhan and Tim Pack will officiate and burial will be in the Mount Ararat Cemetery. A Masonic Service will be Tuesday night at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elvia and Hattie Wooden Keith; grandchild, Leslie Knott; six brothers, Robert, James, Lovell, George, Tom, and John Keith; and a sister, Bonnie Tramel Childress. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Josephine McGee Keith of Smithville. A daughter, Joan and husband Danny Washer of Smithville. A son, Jimmy and wife Linda Keith of Smithville. Six grandchildren, Lori and Tim Panter, Jennifer Knott, Adam and Amanda Washer, Andrew Keith, and Nicholas Keith all of Smithville, and Ross Keith of Knoxville. Five great grandchildren, Jacob Pedigo, Hanhan Panter, Justin Poss, McKayla Poss, and Haylie Washer all of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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   82 year old Loyd Lee Hale of Smithville died Thursday [July 29, 2010] at DeKalb Community Hospital. He was a member of the Smithville First Freewill Baptist Church, a shirt factory worker, and a farmer. The funeral will be Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Bernard Houk and Dathan Hale will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 3:00 p.m. Hale was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Dexie Hale; a brother, James Hale; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ed and Fannie Graham; a sister-in-law, Hazel Hale; and a brother-in-law, Wayne Graham. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Josephine Hale of Smithville. Two sons. Rickey and wife Diane Hale and Mark and wife Patty Hale all of Smithville. Three grandchildren, Christopher, Justin, and Alicia Hale. One great grandchild, Addison. A brother, Hoyte and wife Helen Hale of Smithville. Brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Carlon and wife Melba Graham, Phillip and wife Ann Hawkins all of Smithville, and Billie and wife Helen Graham of Akron, Ohio. Special friend, Patrick Allen of Smithville. Several nieces and nephews also survive. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   85 year old Abraham Poteet "A.P." McClain of Cookeville died Sunday [July 25, 2010] at the Masters Health Care Center in Algood. The funeral will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper & Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Cookeville City Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. He is survived locally by a daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Steve London; Grandson, Jeff and wife Dana London; and Great grandchildren, Caleb and Courtney London all of Smithville. Other survivors include daughters Linda Thompson, Pat Lee, and Cathy McClain; Two sons, Wayne and John McClain; and three sisters, Ethel Mahler, Clara Clemons, and Gertrude Wood. Hooper Huddleston & Horner Funeral Home, Cookeville Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   59 year old Larry Dale "Buck" Martin of Liberty died Wednesday [July 21, 2010] at the M D Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Martin was a U.S. Army veteran, stationed in Germany. He was also an assembler at Wal-mart and he attended the Faith Congregational Methodist Church and the Fuller's Chapel United Methodist Church. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Chris Long and Bobby Thomason will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. Martin was preceded in death by his father, James C. Martin. Survivors include his wife, Connie Martin of Liberty. A son, Barry Martin of Smithville. A daughter, Natasha Figgins of Gallatin. Grandchildren, Kayla Hubbard, Tayler Martin, Lance League, Morgan Clark, Madison Figgins, LaPrice Figgins, and Lexis Figgins. His mother, Ruth Parker of Liberty. A sister, Judy and husband Gary Mathis of Liberty. A half-sister, Melisha Martin of Smithville. Father-in-law and mother-in-law, Billy and Bobbie Don Curtis of Liberty. Nieces, Kimberly Mathis Cox of Liberty, Jenny and husband Ritchie Bennett of Temperance Hall. Several aunts, uncles, great nieces and nephews and cousins. Special friend, Scott Holloway. His extended family at Wal-mart. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. The family has asked that donations be made to either the Fuller's Chapel United Methodist Church or to Salem Cemetery, in lieu of flowers.

   63 year old Gary Wayne Cripps of Mount Juliet died Thursday [July 22, 2010] at the Nashville V.A Hospital. He was born in DeKalb County. Cripps was also a Baptist, a graduate of DeKalb County High School, and a U.S. Army Disabled Veteran. Cripps served during the Vietnam War and was awarded the Silver Star, Medal of Valor, and Purple Heart. He was active in the Donelson Civitan Club, Donelson Girls Softball Program, and the American Legion and V.F.W.. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown. Jerald Cripps and Kenneth Clayton will officiate and burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; and prior to the service on Sunday. Cripps was preceded in death by his father, Carl Cripps. Survivors include his wife, Wanda Spence Cripps of Mount Juilet. A daughter, Angela Royalty of Lebanon. A grandson, Brody Royalty. His mother, Willie Jim Cripps of Dowelltown. Brothers, Jerald Cripps and wife Lisa of Liberty and Dwight Cripps of Dowelltown. A sister-in-law, Pat Marshall and husband Wayne of Cane Ridge. Nieces, Amy Raymond and Rosie Pollard. Nephews, Matt and wife Melody Cripps, Jordan and wife Nicole Cripps, and Justin Cripps. Great nieces, Kendall and Addie Vertigo and Savannah Pollard and a great nephew, Jackson Pollard. Memorials may be made to the Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, in lieu of flowers. Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown is in charge of the arrangements.

   81 year old Evelyn Wright Bogle of Alexandria died Thursday [July 22, 2010] at Alive Hospice in Nashville. She was born in Alexandria, the daughter of the late Bertha Bliss Mason and Edgar Stevens Wright. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Louise Wright, Ben Wright, Malcolm Wright, Doug Wright, James Howard Wright, Ruby Wright Barry, Mary Wright Sandlin, Phocion Wright, Jack Wright, Joe Wright, and Frances Wright Lawrence. She was married to William A. "Bill" Bogle, Jr. and he preceded her in death. She worked at Welsh Manufacturing Company in Gordonsville for seventeen years. She was a lifetime member of the Alexandria Church of Christ. Bogle is survived by a daughter, Karen Fite of Murfreesboro. Sons, Randy Bogle and his wife Beth of Riverwatch and Jeff Bogle and his wife Beverly of Franklin. Grandsons, Bill Melton and wife Melissa of Franklin; Craig Melton and wife Julie of Murfreesboro; and Jeffrey Bogle of Franklin. Granddaughters, Brooke Bogle Frost of Vidalia, Georgia and Bailey Bogle of Franklin. Seven great grandchildren survive. The body is at Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria where the funeral will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Trey Helton will officiate and burial will follow in Hillview Memorial Cemetery in Alexandria. The Bogle family will receive friends at Avant Funeral Home on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from noon until the service at 2:00 p.m. Avant Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   72 year old Shelby Ann Jennings of Liberty died Thursday [July 15, 2010] at Middle Tennesseee Medical Center. She was an Education Assistant at DeKalb West School and a member of Salem Baptist Church. The funeral will be Saturday at 5:00 p.m. at Salem Baptist Church. Mark Wade and Thurman Seber will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from noon until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home and from 3:30 p.m. until the time of the service at 5:00 p.m. at Salem Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Foutch Jennings; her parents, Flossie B. and Mary Hendrixson Cook; two sons, Jonathan Foutch Jennings and David Coble Jennings; and a brother, Bobby Cook. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Gina and Bud Denman of Riverwatch. A granddaughter, Madison Denman of Riverwatch. A grandson, Payne Denman of Riverwatch. Two sisters, Wanda Fay Fite of Gainesboro and Nancy and her husband Tommy Barber of Smithville. Several nieces and nephews survive. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family has asked that donations be made to Salem Cemetery Fund or to the charity of your choice, in lieu of flowers.

   53 year old Ann Frankel Shaw of Liberty died Saturday [July 10, 2010] at her residence. She worked at DeKalb Community Bank in Alexandria. She was also a member of Leadership DeKalb. Shaw was born in Wilmington, Delaware. The funeral will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Salem Baptist Church in Liberty where she was a member. Mark Wade and Mike Carpenter will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 pm. until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from noon until the time of the service. All visitation will be at Salem Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel L. Frankel and Margorie Bailey Frankel, Survivors include a son, Michael F. Shaw of Liberty. A sister, Sandra and her husband Bruce Bryson of Delaware. Brothers, David and wife Maureen Frankel of Delaware and Lee and wife Sondra Frankel of South Carolina. Six nieces and nephews and her faithful dog Chip. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   59 year old Jerry Wayne Bandy of Dowelltown died Saturday [July 10, 2010] at his residence. He was a member of Faith Chapel Church and he worked at Zelenka Nursery. The funeral will be Monday at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Steve Warren will officiate and burial will be in the Cantrell Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Monday from 8:00 a.m. until the service at 11:00 a.m.. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert T.J. and Alene Murphy Bandy. Survivors include his wife, Mary Lou Roller Bandy of Dowelltown. A son, Gary Wayne and his wife Peggy Sue Bandy of Smithville. A daughter and her husband JoAnn and Todd McCloud of Dowelltown. Six grandsons, Kirt Wayne Bandy and girlfriend Keisha McCormick, Dalton Lynn Bandy, Dylan Allen Crook, Matthew Wyatt Crook, Justin Roberto Lores, and Tyler McCloud. Great granddaughter, Peyton Alyssa Bandy. A sister, Lois and husband Doug Walker of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family asks that donations be made to the funeral home to help with burial expenses, in lieu of flowers.

   77 year old Thomas Byron Nixon of Alexandria died Tuesday [June 29, 2010] at Lebanon Health and Rehabilitation Center. Nixon was born in Sykes, the son of the late Ruby Lee Willoughby and Willie Fred Nixon. A step-brother, Odell Winfree and a step-sister, Novella Wilkerson preceded him in death. He served in the United States Army in 1954-55. Nixon worked in banking in Davidson and Wilson County. He was a member of the Mount Juliet Lodge #642 F & A.M. and a member of the Alexandria Church of Christ. The funeral will be Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria. Burial will be in the Union Hill Cemetery in Sykes. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 10:00 a.m. Nixon is survived by his wife of 54 years, Fay Christian Nixon of Alexandria. Sons and daughters-in-law, John Fredrick and Nicky Nixon of Sandy Springs, Georgia and Barry Steven and Sandra Nixon of Lebanon. A daughter and son-in-law, Greta Faye and Marlin Massey of Corinth, Mississippi. Seven grandchildren, Daniel Asher Nixon of Sandy Springs, Georgia; Joseph Micah Nixon of Sandy Springs, Georgia; Megan Leigh Nixon of Lebanon; Jordan Paige Nixon of Lebanon, Joshua Christian Nixon of Lebanon; Thomas Benjamin Massey of Corinth, Mississippi and Nathaniel Martin Massey of Corinth, Mississippi. Great granddaughter, Keegan Christian Nixon of Lebanon. Aunt, Georgia Paschal of Lebanon. Step-sisters, Clara Lee Vantrease of Alexandria and Lee Ett Anderson of Carthage. Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Church of Christ or to the American Diabetes Association.

   Donald E. Nelson Middleville [Michigan] Donald E. Nelson, 89, formerly of Battle Creek, passed away Friday, June 11, 2010. Don was born August 28, 1920, in Battle Creek, the son of William E. and Leona (Evans) Nelson. Don was previously employed by Oliver Equipment Company for 20 years and by the Kellogg Company for 16 years. Don loved his family and grandchildren and was particularly fond of family gatherings and cookouts. He also enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, hunting and fishing, golfing, traveling and casinos. Don was a United States Army Veteran of WWII. He was awarded the Military Order of the Purple Heart. He married the former Rosa Jones on August 24, 1946. She survives him. He is also survived by his daughter Casandra "Candy" (Mike) Farley of Mountain Home, ID and his grandchildren Sherry (Bob) Washburn of Chicago, Glenn D. (Laura) Nelson Jr. of Battle Ground, IN, Debra (Steve) Johnson of Dayton, IN, Nichole (Adam) Nichols of Speicher, Germany, Jason (Deanna) Farley of Rigby, ID and Jennifer (Randy) Burke of Indianapolis, IN. Don also leaves 9 great-grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, brothers Richard (Evelyn) Nelson of Coldwater and Jack (Margaret) Nelson of Battle Creek, and daughter-in-law Judy Nelson of Lafayette, IN. He was preceded in death by his son Glenn D. Nelson Sr., sister Betty Helder and brother Bill Nelson. Visitation will be from 6:00p.m. to 8:00p.m. Wednesday at Royal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00a.m., Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Royal Funeral Home. Interment will be at Ft. Custer National Cemetery.

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   98 year old Addie T. Bailiff of Smithville died Wednesday [June 9, 2010] at DeKalb Community Hospital. She was a homemaker and a member of the Snow Hill Baptist Church. The funeral will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Dave Carden and Jonathan Willoughby will officiate and burial will be in the Snow Hill Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Ardie Ross Tramel; husband, Howard Bailff; three brothers, William H. Tramel, Roy Tramel, and Charlie Tramel; a nephew, Sam Coke; and nieces, Jacklyn Coke and Bobbie Coke. She is survived by nieces and nephews, Effie Lee Ellis, L.C. Tramel, Paul Tramel, Robert Tramel, David Tramel, and Dorothy Tramel, all of Smithville, LuBell Bain of Murfreesboro, Wayne Coke, and Peggy Coke both of Nashville. Several great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews. Click here for Smithville Review article.

   84 year old T.J. "T. Buck" Farler of Dowelltown died Wednesday [June 9, 2010] at NHC Healthcare Center in Smithville. He was a farmer. The funeral will be Thursday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Royce Martin will officiate and burial will be in the Snow Hill Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, John B. and Minnie Moore Farler; brothers, William Jess Farler and James Edward Farler. Survivors include a sister-in-law, Inez Farler of Dowelltown. A nephew, Jerry and wife Teresa Farler of Alabama. Nieces, Regenia and husband Jerry Pack of McMinnville, and Ramona and husband Dan Fuson of Dowelltown. Great nieces, Cherie Page, Inez Bryant, and Katherine Farler. Great nephews, Keith Farler, Adam Farler, Jerry Farler, Jr., and James Pack; and special cousins, Willie Jim Cripps, Brighham Ayres, and Joe Ayres.

   20 year old private First Class Billy Gene Anderson died on Monday, May 17th [2010] in Afghanistan. The Department of Defense reports that PFC Anderson died in Badghis province Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with improvised explosive devices. He was assigned to the 508th Special Troops Battalion, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The funeral for PFC Anderson will be Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. at the New Life United Pentecostal Church. Michael Hale and Bobby Thomason will officiate and burial will be in the Dismal Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Visitation Tuesday will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Anderson enlisted in the U.S. Army on June 26th, 2009 and was deployed to Afghanistan on January 13th, 2010. Anderson was due to return home in July. Several awards have been bestowed upon PFC Anderson including the Bronze Star Medal, posthumous; the Purple Heart Medal, posthumous; Army Commendation Medal; Army Good Conduct Medal, posthumous; National Defense Service Medal; Afghanistan Campaign Medal with a Bronze Service Star; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Army Service Medal; Overseas Service Ribbon; NATO Medal, posthumous; Combat Action Badge; posthumous; Parachutist Badge, basic; Weapons Qualifications Badge; and Overseas Service Bar. Anderson was a member of the Covenant Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Goodwin; his maternal grandparents, Edwin "Cruse" and Connie Inez Lattimore Wheeler; and his paternal grandfather, Walter L. Goodwin. Anderson is survived by his wife, Caitlin Anderson of Smithville. A daughter, Lilly Grace Anderson of Smithville. His mother, Marlene Goodwin of Alexandria. His paternal grandmother, Louise Goodwin of Liberty. One sister, April and her husband Chad Walker of Alexandria. Two brothers, Bobby Joe and wife Tabitha Anderson and John and wife Claire all of Smithville. Special nieces and nephews, Thea, Hunter, Nik, Macy, and Summer. His father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jimmy and Gina Lewis of Smithville. A sister-in-law, Chelsie Lewis of Smithville. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends also survive. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   94 year old Frank Roy Roberts of Alexandria died Wednesday [May 19, 2010] at his residence. He was a farmer and a DeKalb County native. The funeral will be Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Upper Helton Baptist Church, where he was a member. Thurman Seber will officiate and burial will be in the Hillview Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at the church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Cal Roberts and Ida Mable Clayborn; his wife, Altie Ray Roberts; a grandson, Matthew Braden Roberts McAfee; four brothers, Hudson, Turner, Calvin, and Gaston; and a sister, Bessie Russell. Survivors include a daughter, Judy and husband Mike McAfee of Brush Creek. Grandchildren, Marty and wife Chesney McAfee of Memphis, Monty and wife Lisa McAfee of Alexandria, and Misha and husband Chris Collinson of Atlanta, Georgia. Great grandchildren, Mark McAfee, Blake McAfee, Rachel McAfee, Nicholas McAfee, Alden Collinson, and Carlyle Collinson. A sister, Mable Bratten of Nashville. Several nieces and nephews. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   News-Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan... November 4, 1942
Son of Dr. C.O. Bailiff is pneumonia victim

George Bailiff, 16, son of Dr. C. O. Bailiff, well known chiropodist here, died last night at 11:30 o’clock in Mercy hospital after an illness of four days with pneumonia. The deceased had attended junior high school but accepted employment at the Auto Specialties Co., about a month ago. He was born October 18, 1926. Surviving besides the father, is a brother, Frank, at the home, 555 Baird street. Mrs. Bailiff is deceased. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock in St. Stephen’s Episcopal church, the Rev. A. Morgan Tabb officiating. Burial will be in Crystal Springs cemetery. Friends may call at the Robbins Bros. chapel until the hour of the service.

   News-Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan... May 24, 1956
Frank W. Bailiff dies in Colorado

Frank W. Bailiff, 41, former longtime resident of Benton Harbor, died Wednesday at 8:40 a.m. in a Veterans hospital in Denver, Colo. Mr. Bailiff was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Charles O. Bailiff, well know residents here for many years. Mr. Bailiff was well known here as a barber. He moved in Denver Colo., seven years ago because of ill health. He was a veteran of World War I. Mr. Bailiff was a charter member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal church here. His parents had been active in the church. He is survived by a son, Harold, and two granddaughters, living in Denver, a grandson living in Detroit, an aunt of New Kirk, Okla., and an uncle of Tucson, Ariz. His father was one of Benton Harbor’s best know chiropodists, and his mother will be remembered for the maternity home she operated on Baird street. The family lived at 555 Baird street. Funeral services for Mr. Bailiff will be held Friday morning at the Cammel mortuary in Denver, and burial will take place there.

   News-Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan... January 20, 1934
Mrs. M. Bailiff succumbs to brief illness
Well known local resident, 60, dies at 9:45 a.m. today - rites on Tuesday

Mrs. Minnie Bell Bailiff, 60, passed away at 9:45 o’clock this morning at Taber’s sanitarium, following an illness of several weeks. She was the wife of Dr. C. O. Bailiff, was well known in the twin cities hand had operated a maternity home in this city for the past decade. She had been a resident of Benton Harbor for more than 30 years. Minnie Bell Hatchel was born in Pearl, Mich., on Dec. 25, 1874. She came to Benton Harbor about 1904 with her husband, Dr. C. O. Bailiff. She was a charter member and guild member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. Surviving her death are her husband, two sons, Frank and George, both of Benton Harbor; her mother, Mrs. Mary Hatchel, and two sisters, Mrs. Nyda Williams and Mrs. Stella Peyton, all living in Oklahoma; and a brother, Orvel Stafford, Kalamazoo. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock from St. Stephen’s Episcopal church on Pipestone street, Benton Harbor. The Rev. A. Freeman Traverse will officiate. Internment will be made in Crystal Springs cemetery. Friends may view the remains at the late residence, 555 Baird street.

Bailiff rites held Tuesday

Funeral services fro the late Mrs. Minnie B. Bailiff, for 13 years the operator of a maternity home here, who died January 20, were conducted yesterday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the home, 555 Baird street. The Rev. A. Freeman Traverse, pastor of the St. Paul’s Episcopal church, St. Joseph, and the St. Stephen’s Episcopal church here, officiated. Burial was in Crystal Springs cemetery.

   News-Palladium, Benton Harbor, Michigan... April 15, 1952
Dr. Charles O. Bailiff, 86, dies Monday night

The death of Dr. Charles Orin Bailiff, 555 Baird street, one of the best known pioneer residents of Benton Harbor, occurred Monday evening after a long period of ill health. Dr. Bailiff had been a resident of this community 50 years and was one of the most popular chiropodists in this area, maintaining an office on the second floor of the Bell block for many years. He was one of the most active members of St. Stephen’s Episcopal church, and often occupied the pulpit, and preaching in the absence of a regular pastor. Born in McCordsville, Ind., Dr. Bailiff was the son of Silas and Maria Bailiff. His wife, the late Mrs. Minnie Bailiff, who died a number of years ago, enlarged the residence at 555 Baird street, into a maternity home, which she operated for nine years. Six hundred babies opened their eyes in the home. Dr. Bailiff is survived by a son, Frank, in Denver, Colo., two brothers, Clarence at Omar, Mich., and Eddie, of Traverse City. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The body is at the Robbins Bros. funeral home, where friends may call.

Funeral services for Dr. Charles O. Bailiff, 555 Baird street, well-known Benton Harbor chiropodist who died Monday, will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Robbins Brothers funeral chapel. Burial will be in Crystal Springs cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.

   54 year old Paulette Ann Estes of Smithville died Sunday [May 16, 2010] at her sister's residence. She was afilliated with the Clark's Chapel Baptist Church. She was also a housekeeper with Bridgeway Motel for 36 years. The funeral will be Monday at 4:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. David Gann will officiate and burial will be in the Blues Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the service at 4:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her mother, Rebecca Cantrell and her husband, Alford Estes. Survivors include her father, James Bandy of Smithville. An aunt, Haddie Adcock of McMinnville. One brother, Johnny Cantrell of Smithvile. Four sisters, Deanna and husband Jerry Brooks, Tammy and husband Jerry Maynard, Tonya and husband Rocky Menix, and Michelle and husband Tim Snipes all of Smithville. Several nieces and nephews also survive. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   29 year old Candace Gayle Dodd of Woodbury died Thursday [May 13, 2010] at her home of a short illness. She was born in DeKalb County. Dodd was also a member of the Church of Christ. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home. Weldon Parkinson will officiate and burial will be in the Sycamore Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Her parents are Connie Dodd Ashford of Woodbury and the late Steve Landon Goodwin. Grandparents are Loretta Dodd of Woodbury and the late Kenneth Dodd; and Louise Goodwin of Liberty and the late Walter Goodwin. Dodd is survived by a brother, Cory Chapman of Nashville. A sister, Rachel Goodwin of Smithville. Special niece, Morgan Hale of Woodbury. Aunts and uncles, Rose Nokes of Liberty, Paulette and Steve Osment of Woodbury, Kendall and Mark Duggin of Auburntown and Kathy Ellis of Liberty. Woodbury Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses, in lieu of flowers.

   86 year old Martha Sue Squires of Smithville died Monday [May 10, 2010] at Vanderbilt Medical Center. She was a member of the Indian Creek Baptist Church and a retired factory worker and homemaker. The funeral will be Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Mike Carpenter and Terry Fesler will officiate and burial will be in the Brush Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Garland and Lillian Reeves Evans; her husband, J.W. Squires; a daughter, Ann Lefton; a sister, Jane Grandstaff; and a brother, Robert Evans. Survivors include a daughter, Peggy and husband Wayne Fuson of Smithville. Three grandchildren, Jerry Fuson and Jenny and husband Todd Cantrell all of Smithville, and Julie and husband Collin McCoy of Winterpark, Florida. Great grandchildren, Madi and Megan Cantrell and Max and Sam McCoy. A sister, Frances Thomas of Nashville. Brother-in-law, Fred and wife Becky Squires of Lebanon. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   85 year old Clyde Wooden of Alexandria died Thursday [April 22, 2010] at University Medical Center in Lebanon. Born in DeKalb County, Wooden was a welder, and he attended the Congregational Methodist Church. Wooden was also a U.S. Army veteran. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown. Jimmy Johnson, Ben Fuston, and Javin Lawson will officiate and burial will be in the Jones Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 2:00 p.m. Wooden was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Wooden; a son, Clyde Michael Wooden; grandsons, David and Mark Wooden; great grandchild, Kya Fakes; and parents, Ray and Valtie Wooden; and a sister, Inez Ward. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy George Wooden of Alexandria. Children, Lisa Rumsey and Tony Wooden both of Lebanon. Grandchildren, Misty Wooden, Angel and Travis Wooden, Kassi and Chase Martin, and Kendra Dawson. Daughter-in-law, Brenda Wooden of Smithville. Eleven great grandchildren. Step-sons, Michael and wife Pam George and Jeff and wife Billie George all of Alexandria, and Joel and wife Becky George of Smithville. Seven step- grandchildren and seven step great grandchildren. A brother, Mitchell Wooden of Watertown and nephews. Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown is in charge of the arrangements.

   Gilbert F. "Gil" Bailiff, 81, a lifelong resident of Lafayette, Indiana, died Friday, April 9, 2010, at his residence. He had wintered in Freeport, Grand Bahamas, and North Miami Beach, Fla. Born Aug. 28, 1928, in Marshfield, he was the son of the late Gilbert F. Bailiff Sr. and Beth Winn Bailiff. He graduated from Covington High School and worked for six years as a journeyman printer. His first marriage was to Lois Reynolds on June 26, 1949, and they divorced. He then married Edna L. James in 1976, and they divorced in 1986. Mr. Bailiff worked as a printer for the Journal & Courier for 38 1/2 years. He previously worked for the former Brown Rubber for eight years. He also owned and operated Bailiff Apartments in Lafayette for over 20 years. He was member of First Christian Church, a 47-year member of the Eagles Lodge and 43-year member of the Moose Lodge. Surviving are three daughters, Carolyn S. Walters of Hamilton, Ohio, V. Dianne Dushane (husband: Howard) of West Lafayette and Kathy L. Kuhn (husband: Mel) of St. John, N.D.; and siblings, Kathleen Welch of Hanna, Juanita Iles of Floyds Knobs and Mariellen McDonald of Lafayette. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Richard D. Bailiff, Raymon C. Bailiff and Donald K. Bailiff; a sister, Norma Ladoucer; and a son-in-law, Don Walters. Friends may call 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, at Hippensteel Funeral Home. Service 1 p.m. Thursday at Hippensteel Funeral Home, Pastor Mark Berg officiating. Interment at Rest Haven Memorial Park. Hippensteel Funeral Home entrusted with care. Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church. Share online memories and condolences at www.hip pensteelfuneralservice.com

   56 year old Betty Joe Elledge of Dowelltown died Friday [April 2, 2010] at NHC Healthcare Center. She was a member of the Sycamore Baptist Church and retired from Kingston Timer. The funeral will be Monday at 2:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Herb Leftwich will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Monday from noon until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Brother Joe and Vivian Boggess Elledge. She is survived by a brother, Don Elledge of Clinton. Sisters, Nancy Elledge of Dowelltown and Donnita Linder of Smithville. A nephew, Adam Davis of Smithville. Nieces, Christy, Courtney, and Keely Elledge of Clinton. Aunts, Chase Davis and Mainell and husband Gordon Warfell all of Dowelltown. Several close friends and all her church family at Sycamore Baptist Church and the girl she considered a niece, Kathy Duggin. Special next door neighbors, Jerry and Alma Montgomery. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   Donald S. Bayliff 87, of Plainfield, IN, passed away March 6, 2010. He was born April 1, 1922 in Plainfield to the late George and Laura Bayliff. He was a WWII Marine, serving in the South Pacific. Don retired from Diamond Chain Company in 1985 after 35 years. He was a member of the Plainfield Church of Christ. Don was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Jean (McCracken) Bayliff and a son, Danny Lee Bayliff. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 9, at 1:00 p.m. in Hampton-Gentry Funeral Home, where friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in Clayton Cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Mabel (Hartsock) Bayliff; daughter, Deborah K. (Ken) Reynolds; sister, Marjorie (Russ) Long; 1 step-grand daughter and 5 step-great- grandchildren.

   88 year old Fowler G. Stanton of Smithville died Thursday [February 25, 2010] at DeKalb Community Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 6th at 2:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Smithville. Terry Little and Dr. John Purdue will officiate. Mr. Stanton's wishes were for his former students to arrive at the Memorial service one hour early for a special tribute in Song. A visitation with the family will be Friday, March 5th at the CFC building of the Smithville First United Methodist Church from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Stanton is survived by his wife, Oleta Stanton of Smithville. Two daughters, Melody and her husband Dr. Tim Foster of Old Hickory and Sonata and husband Randy Rayburn of Nashville. A step-daughter, Dona Jane D. and husband Pat Clements of Nashville. Step-son, Harold Edward and wife Vicki Copeland of Cookeville. Two granddaughters, Lauren and Katie Foster. Three grandsons, Duke Rayburn, and Eathen and Braden Copeland. Memorials may be made to the Music Department of the schools where Mr. Stanton taught: Jackson County High School, Smith County High School, or DeKalb County High School. The Carthage Chapel of Bass Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   Rubye Lee Easterly (May 19, 1921 - February 22, 2010)
Ms. Rubye Easterly, age 88, passed away Monday morning at Richmond Health and Rehab in Lexington, Kentucky. She was a Presbyterian and a Homemaker. She was preceded in death by her paernts, Hobert and Ola Parker Robinson; husband, Ambrose Easterly; daughter, Sandra Easterly Sweazey; brother, Thomas Hobert Robinson. Ms. Easterly is survived by four daughters, Cathy and husband Cliff Feltham of Lexington, Ky, Susan White of Renton, Washington, Anne Easterly and husband Ted Potter of Iowa City, Iowa, and Jane Easterly of Galesburg, Ill.; 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday February 27, 2010 1:pm at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Donald Owens officiating with burial to follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday 10:AM until the time of the service at 1:pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made to Justin Potter Library in memory of Ms. Easterly.

   68 year old Gordon Lee Summers of Smithville died Thursday [February 18, 2010] at his residence. He was a foreman with the Corps of Engineers and a member of the Freewill Baptist Church. The funeral will be Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Virgil Hibdon, Jr. will officiate and burial will be in the Bethel Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.; and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annell Summers; his father, John Lee Summers; and a brother, Albert Lee Summers. Survivors include his mother, Kenzada Summers. Three brothers, Bobby and his wife Sue Summers of Smithville, Roger Dale Summers of Smithville, and Allen Douglas and his wife Kathy Summers of Liberty. Two sisters, Linda Kay Bailiff of Smithville and Mary Jeanette Farris of Warren County. Several nieces and nephews survive. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   72 year old Doyle Caplinger of Smithville died Tuesday [January 26, 2010]. He was a truck driver, retired from Kraft Foods, and he attended the Faith Congregational Methodist Church. The funeral will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Leonard Herman and Chris Long will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.; Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.; and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his father, Delton Caplinger and a grandson, Brian D. Pack. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Dorothy Carter Caplinger of Smithville. His mother,Elmer Caplinger of Smithville. One daughter, Doylene Caplinger of Murfreesboro. One son, Charlie and his wife Rhonda Caplinger of Smithville. Grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer Caplinger of Smithville and a sister, Frankie and husband Jack Watkins of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   94 year old Ruth Hayes Foutch of Alexandria and widow of Carl M. Foutch died Thursday [January 21, 2010] at NHC Healthcare in Smithville. The funeral will be Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the Alexandria First Baptist Church. Scott Bennett will officiate and burial will be in the Hillview Memorial Cemetery in Alexandria. The family will receive friends at Avant Funeral Home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the service time at 1:00 p.m. at the church. Mrs. Foutch is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Mac and Jackie Foutch of Alexandria. Two granddaughters, Tammy and husband Tony Baird of Lebanon and Tina and husband Ronnie Ford of Lebanon. Two great grandchildren, Landon Baird and Kaelyn Baird. Avant Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

   Edgar Wilson "Eddie" Evins, age 77, passed away quietly Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Baptist Hospital in Nashville. He spent his last days on earth exactly as he wished; surrounded by the people he loved - devoted wife, adoring family and a few close friends sharing memories and stories.

A self-described "country banker" for the better part of his life, Eddie packed a whale of a lot into his 77 years, living fully, loving deeply and laughing often.

He was blessed to come from a large family and considered both Lebanon and Smithville as childhood homes. He attended Columbia Military Academy, Lebanon High School, David Lipscomb College and the U.S. Naval Academy before serving in the U.S. Navy as ship photographer for the USS Hornet and the USS Leyte. After his overseas tour, he returned to Tennessee to study business at UT Knoxville, where his blood turned deep orange and his passion for the Vols became his permanent trademark.

Eddie grew up in a prominent DeKalb County political family as the grandson of James Edgar Evins and nephew of Congressman Joe L. Evins. Eddie served with his good friend and fishing buddy Hudley Crockett on Buford Ellington's first gubernatorial campaign. Governor Ellington later appointed him to the Tennessee Boating Board and to the Tennessee Game and Fish Commission (predecessor of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency) where he rose to the position of Chairman. When Hudley decided to run for political office in 1970 taking on long-time US Senator Albert Gore, Sr., he turned to his friend Eddie to manage his race. Eddie also served as Treasurer for Crockett's 1974 gubernatorial race against Ray Blanton.

A native DeKalb Countian, Eddie was the President of the DeKalb County Bank for 30 years and served as a County Commissioner. He operated Sligo boat dock on Center Hill Lake, co-owned the Wilson County Fair in Lebanon, TN, (a position he proudly inherited from his Great-Uncle A.W. McCartney) and was a partner with his best friend Charlie Doak in a small service station in Lebanon. When his brother, Dan (a Shell Oil distributor at the time) came up with the notion of tying a country restaurant in with a handful of interstate-based gas stations, Eddie was instrumental in the creation of one of the greatest stories ever told: Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores and served for 30 years on the board of director until he retired as a Founding Director. More important than his business acumen, Eddie was a servant at heart. He was a Co-founder and original Board Member of Friendship Christian School and a Sunday school teacher at College Street/College Hills and Alexandria Churches of Christ. Eddie spent his last 23 years at his true passion; helping those battling addictions find the path to God and recovery. He was instrumental in the establishment and daily operation of the College Street Fellowship House.

A Christian by faith and a gentle soul Eddie is best remembered for his caring heart and his passion for giving. To say he found his greatest joy by helping those in need would be an understatement.

In addition to passages from the Bible and the Big Book, one of his favorite quotes which remains on his wall today reads:

"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body. But rather to skid in sideways, totally used up, worn out and screaming Wow what a ride!"

If anyone lived life in this way, it was Eddie Evins.

He is survived by wife, Gloria Jean Evins, son Edgar Wilson Evins, Jr. and wife Kim Grayson Evins, a daughter Karlen Rose Evins and stepsons, Chadwick Jackson Hayes and Ashley Barrington Hayes. He also leaves behind two loving granddaughters: Tiffany Taylor Evins and Shannon McCartney Evins; and two step-grandchildren, Grayson and Jack Propst.

He is further survived by his three siblings William Jackson Evins, Jr., Myrtie Ann Evins Doak and Danny Wood Evins. His nieces and nephews are: Betty, Judy, Kathy, Dub, Cindy and Missy; Charlie, Bill, Ronnie and Andy; Daina, Meacham, Kate, Betsy and Joe; as well as sister in law Mrs. D. W. (Margarita) Evins. Additionally he leaves behind former wife and mother of his children, Nancy Alley Evins and former daughter-in-law, Pam Gattis Farmer.

The family will greet visitors from 4:00 - 6:00 pm on Tuesday, January 19th and again from 10:00 - 11:00 am. on Wednesday January 20th at the College Hills Church of Christ at 1401 Leeville Pike in Lebanon. A memorial service will be held on January 20 at the Church at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to: Friendship Christian School (Pete Merriman Scholarship Fund), the College Hills Church of Christ (children's program) or the College Street Fellowship House.

PARTLOW FUNERAL CHAPEL IN CHARGE OF LOCAL ARRANGEMENTS. (615) 444-7007 OBITUARY (615) 444-7700. OBITUARY. www.partlowchapel.com

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   76 year old Oleda "Tincy" Cook Stone of Smithville died Friday [January 8, 2010] at DeKalb Community Hospital. She was a homemaker and a member of the Smithville First Baptist Church. The funeral will be Sunday at 2:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Leonard Herman will officiate and burial will be in Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral at 2:00 p.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Shelah Steven and Martha Ann Hale Cook; two brothers, Bratten and Shirley Cook; and a sister, Alma Lee Matin. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Joe Stone of Smithville. Four daughters, Lisa Stone of Smithville, Shelia and husband David Davis of Alabama, Joanna and husband Ricky Webb of Smyrna, and Laura Stone of Smithville. Three grandsons, Bryan Webb of Manchester, Corey Webb of Smyrna, and Lee Davis of Alabama. One sister, Janie Knowles of Smithville and two sisters-in-law, JoBill Cook and Jeanine Cook Caldwell both of Smithville. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family requests that donations be made to the DeKalb County Angel Tree and Habitat for Humanity, in lieu of flowers.

   78 year old Bratten Barrett of Watertown died Saturday [January 2, 2009] at his residence. He was born in DeKalb County, a barber for over 45 years, a member of the Round Lick Baptist Church, and a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran. The funeral will be Monday at 2:00 p.m. at the Round Lick Baptist Church. Steve Mayle will officiate and burial will be in the Sycamore Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Monday from 10:00 a.m. until noon at Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown. Visitation will be Monday from noon until the time of the service at 2:00 p.m. at the church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Pete Barrett and Ella Spurlock Barrett. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Barrett of Watertown. Children, Bratten L. and his wife Carol Barrett of Hermitage, Tim Barrett of Watertown, and Kim and husband Gilliam Vastola of Watertown. Grandchildren, Bethany and Caleb Barrett and Tyler and Gage Vastola. Sisters, Inez Wiley, Bettye Robinson, Jean Chapman, and Erline Clayborn all of Lebanon. Nieces and nephews also survive. Memorials may be made to the Round Lick Baptist Church Building Fund, in lieu of flowers. Hunter Funeral Home in Watertown is in charge of the arrangements.

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   85 year old Mildred Louise Vickers of Smithville died Sunday [December 20, 2009] at NHC Healthcare Center in Smithville. She was a retired DeKalb County school teacher, a Methodist, a member of the Retired Teachers Association and the WAVES as a Navy Reserve in World War II. The funeral will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Virgil Hibdon, Jr. will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the service at 11:00 a.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Noah David Britton, Sr. and Mabel Blakley Britton; her husband Clarence Vickers; a daughter, Elaine Allen; a grandson, James David Dye; a sister, Bobbye Price; and a brother, Noah Britton, Jr. She is survived by two daughters, Lisa Gilreath of Smithville and Marsha Penrod of Kentucky. One son, Britt Vickers of Smithville. A step- daughter, Susan Slay. Four grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews survive. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   57 year old Jerry "Squirrel" Kent of Smithville died Monday [November 30, 2009] at his residence. He was a retired body technician at Mark's Body Shop and a member of Mount Herman Baptist Church. The funeral will be Friday at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Dave Carden will officiate and burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.; Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.; and Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the service at 1:00 p.m. He was preceded in death by his parents, Caril Edward and Iva Dell Johnson Kent; one brother, Mike Kent; and a sister, Peggy Faye Kent. Survivors include his wife, Regina Kent. A son, Tyler Kent of Smithville. Two sisters and brothers-in-law, Linda and William Farmer and Shirley and Bob Lowe all of Lebanon. One brother and sister-in-law, Terry and Lisa Kent of Alexandria. Sister-in-law, Lynn Kent of Alexandria. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family has established a trust fund for Squirrel's son Tyler. Donations may be made to Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, in lieu of flowers.

   72 year old Georgia L. Frazier of Dowelltown died Monday [November 30, 2009] at her residence. She was a homemaker. The family has chosen direct cremation. There will be no visitation. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Bertie Johnson Stanley; her husband, Norman Frazier; three brothers, Willie, Robert, and Hiram Stanley; and three sisters, Gertie Bain, Jessie Bain, and Bonnie Fuson. Survivors include two sisters, Lillian Taylor of Liberty and Dixie Sweeton of Smithville. One brother, Wayne Stanley of Murfreesboro, and several nieces and nephews. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

   87 year old James Edward Tramel and his wife 90 year old Zora Inez Tramel both of Dowelltown died Saturday [November 21, 2009] at their residence. The funeral for both will be Wednesday at noon at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Elder Ricky Arnold and Wayne Simmons will officiate and burial will be in the Snow Hill Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at noon. Mr. Tramel was a member of the Snow Hill United Methodist Church. He was retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and TVA. Mrs. Tramel was a member of the Pisgah United Methodist Church. She was also a homemaker. Mr. Tramel was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis and Julie Arnold Tramel; brothers, Reverend Ernest Tramel, Walter Tramel, and Haskell Tramel; sisters, Nancy Nokes, Velma English, Elrisia Whitlock, Lena Van, Beatrice Bryant, and Myrtle Smith. Mrs. Tramel was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Nancy L. Zora Close Ellis; a brother, Clarence Ellis; and a sister, Fannie Lillian Carr. The Tramels are survived by their children, Reverend James Paul Tramel of Clarksville and Linda Faye and husband Ron Phelps of Dalton, Georgia. Grandchildren, Todd Alan Phelps of Dalton, Georgia and Mark Andrew Phelps of Atlanta, Georgia. Three grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren. Mr. Tramel is also survived by a brother, Calvin Tramel of Smithville; sisters, Ethel Keith Ashford of Smithville and Ruby Deal of Nashville. Caregivers for both Mrs. and Mrs. Tramel are JoAnn Meece and Angie West. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

   A fire Saturday [November 21, 2009] morning destroyed the home of James "Boots" and Zora Inez Tramel at 181 Man Hill Road, Dowelltown in the Snow Hill Community. The bodies of an elderly couple, believed to be the Tramels, were found inside the home. Firefighters were called to the scene at 9:09 a.m. County Fire Chief Donny Green says he and a county deputy were the first to arrive. " When we got there, fire was coming out of the front of the house. The care givers of Mr. and Mrs. Tramel were outside. They informed me there were two people in the house. Both were invalid. The elderly woman was in a bedroom toward the front of the house where there was heavy fire. The elderly man was in a bedroom at the rear of the house. The deputy and I went around behind the house and attempted to go in the back door to access the bedroom. But when we opened the door, there was heavy smoke and intense heat. Fire crews then arrived. They put on their protective equipment and made entry into the man's bedroom, where he was found in bed. The firefighters removed him through a bedroom window. EMS evaluated him and determined he was deceased." "Because the fire was so intense, we (firefighters) had to bring it under control before we could make entry to locate the woman's body. Her body was in bed, in a bedroom at the front of the home. Sheriff Patrick Ray says three other people had been in the home Saturday morning prior to the fire, a female caregiver of the Tramels, the caregiver's husband, and a daughter of the Tramels. The caregiver was not at the residence when the fire started. She had gone to the grocery store. Her husband was tending to the elderly man and the Tramel's daughter was elsewhere in the home when the fire began. After discovering the blaze, Sheriff Ray says the caregiver's husband and the daughter tried unsuccessfully to get the elderly couple out of the home. Other than his hair being singed, the caregiver's husband and the daughter escaped unharmed. The bodies were transported to the State Medical Examiner's Office in Nashville for an autopsy. The State Fire Marshal was called to assist the Sheriff's Department in the investigation. The cause of the fire has aparently not been determined. Sheriff Ray praised the county fire fighters for doing a superb job under difficult circumstances. "They risked their own lives and I am very proud of them. I know that members of the deceased's family is also grateful to our firefighters." Members of the DeKalb County Volunteer Fire Department from the Cookeville Highway, Liberty, Belk, Blue Springs, and the Main Stations were all on site during the fire along with Tanker #1, two units from DeKalb EMS, and the Sheriff's Department. WJLE Radio, Smithville, TN.