Obituaries

Christopher Scott Chunn

Christopher Scott Chunn

Oct 31, 2023

Christopher Scott Chunn, 44, died Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at his residence in Perry County, Tennessee.

He was the son of Larry (Kathy) Chunn and the late Pamela Chunn.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his son, Christopher (Bailey Lounsberry) Chunn, daughter, Gracelynn Chunn and Granddaughter, Analie Chunn.

Along with his mother, he was preceded in death...

Wanda Marie Everly Groover

Wanda Marie Everly Groover

Oct 31, 2023

Wanda Marie Everly Groover, 85, died Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at NHC HealthCare in Franklin.

A celebration of life will be conducted Saturday, November 4, 2023, at 3:00 P.M. at Brentwood Baptist Church in the Inman Chapel, entrance “ I ” on the west side of the building, 7777 Concord Rd. Brentwood, TN. 37027, with Gayle Haywood officiating and Bill...

Jean Gwaltney Worley

Jean Gwaltney Worley

Oct 29, 2023

Jean Gwaltney Worley, 96, a long time resident of Dry Fork Road in Hampshire, died Sunday, October 29, 2023 at The Fountains of Franklin after a brief illness. Funeral services for Mrs. Worley will be conducted Saturday, Nov. 4, at 11:00 a.m. at West 7th Street Church of Christ with Randy Owens officiating. Burial will follow in the Worley Cemetery....

Charles Henry Fraser

Charles Henry Fraser

Oct 28, 2023

Charles Henry Fraser, 97, former resident of Columbia, died Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Stone’s River Manor in Murfreesboro. 

Graveside services will be conducted Saturday, November 4, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at Arlington Cemetery in Mt. Pleasant with Rev. Frank Webb officiating.  Military honors will be provided by Herbert Griffin American Legion Post 19.  Memorials may be made to Stone’s...

James Albert "Jim" Taylor

James Albert "Jim" Taylor

Oct 26, 2023

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James Albert “Jim” Taylor, 76, retired educator and resident of Lyon Street, died Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Maury Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 2:00 P.M. at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church with The Rev. Father Chris Bowhay officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Churchyard. The family will visit...

Rachel Xalisco Barr

Rachel Xalisco Barr

Oct 26, 2023

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Rachel Xalisco Barr, 97, resident of Columbia, TN, entered her eternal resting place with our precious Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with her nephews Dalton Cole and Brent Cooper officiating.   The family will visit with friends...

Rodney Scott Milligan

Rodney Scott Milligan

Oct 25, 2023

Rodney Scott Milligan, 68, a resident of Hohenwald and a former employee of Franklin Fencing and Deck, died Wednesday October 25, 2023 at his residence.

 

No funeral services are scheduled at this time. Oakes & Nichols Funeral Directors are assisting the family with arrangements and condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com.

 

Rodney was born August 4,...

James Ray "J.R." Stewart

James Ray "J.R." Stewart

Oct 22, 2023

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James Ray “J.R.” Stewart, 81, retired Quality Control Engineer for Union Carbide and resident of Columbia, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at Maury Regional Medical Center.

 

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 1:00 P.M. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Ball officiating. Burial will follow in Polk Memorial Gardens...

Joan Ann Lopez Johnson

Joan Ann Lopez Johnson

Oct 21, 2023

Joan Ann Lopez Johnson, 79, a resident of Columbia, and former salesclerk for Kroger died Saturday, October 21, 2023, at NHC Maury Regional Transitional Care Center.  

No Funeral services are scheduled at this time. Oakes & Nichols Funeral Directors are assisting the family with arrangements and condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com.

Born July 11, 1944, in Brooklyn,...

Tyler Chrispother Vaughn

Tyler Chrispother Vaughn

Oct 20, 2023

Tyler Chrispother Vaughn, 25, resident of Olive Hill, Tennessee, died Friday, October 20, 2023 at Jackson – Madison County Hospital.

A graveside service will be conducted Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 1:30 P.M. at Pisgah Cemetery in Hampshire with Bro. Brandon Cochran officiating.  The family will visit with friends Saturday from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Oakes & Nichols...

Barbara Chunn Shackelford

Barbara Chunn Shackelford

Oct 20, 2023

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Barbara Ann Chunn Shackelford, 88 of Columbia and resident of Morning Pointe of Columbia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family as her battle with cancer ended Friday, October 20, 2023.

 

Barbara’s parents were Thomas H and Martha Ellen Butler Chunn of Columbia. Her grandparents were Harmon and Maggie Chunn of Columbia and John...

Gary Ronald Willis

Gary Ronald Willis

Oct 17, 2023

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Gary Ronald Willis, 71, retired owner of Columbia Construction and successful cattleman and farmer, died Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

 

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 10:00 A.M. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Reverend Lory Catlett officiating. Burial will follow in Polk Memorial Gardens. The family will visit...

Frankie Albright Church

Frankie Albright Church

Oct 15, 2023

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Frankie Albright Church passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

 

Funeral services will be conducted Friday, October 20, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. Tommy Vann and Rev. Alan Thompson officiating.  Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery.  The family will...

William Royal Dickson, Sr.

William Royal Dickson, Sr.

Oct 14, 2023

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William Royal Dickson, Sr., 88, retired maintenance supervisor for Monsanto, died Saturday, October 14, 2023, at his residence in Columbia.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. at First Family Baptist Church with Reverend Mike Dawson officiating. Burial will follow in Polk Memorial Gardens with military honors provided by Herbert Griffin American Legion...

Patrick John "PJ" Carson

Patrick John "PJ" Carson

Oct 13, 2023

 

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Patrick John “PJ” Carson, 43, passed away at home on Friday, October 13, 2023.

 

Born in Columbia on January 30, 1980, PJ was the son of Michael and Patricia Carson. PJ worked as a mechanic but was best known for his auto body repair and custom painting talents. He was passionate about custom autos, books,...

Martha Kinzer Lord

Martha Kinzer Lord

Oct 12, 2023

 

 

Martha Kinzer Lord, 81, passed away October 12, 2023 after a long illness.

 

A memorial service will be conducted Sunday, October 22, 2023 at 3:00 P.M at Williamsport United Methodist Church with Reverend Donna Higginbotham officiating. Burial will follow in Williamsport Cemetery. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 2:00 P.M. until the time of service...

Brenda Gail Westmoreland

Brenda Gail Westmoreland

Oct 11, 2023

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Brenda Gail Baker Westmoreland, 72, Maury County native, died October 11, 2023, at Maury Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services for Mrs. Westmoreland will be conducted Sunday, October 15, 2023 at 3:00 P.M at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Joey Westmoreland officiating. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service...

Philip Gelinas

Philip Gelinas

Oct 9, 2023

 

Philip Andre Gelinas, 62, material handler for Landmark Ceramics, pronounced deceased on Monday, October, 9, 2023.

A gathering of friends and family will take place Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Towne Coffee in Mt. Pleasant, his favorite coffee shop, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Online condolences may be extended at www.oakesandnichols.com.

Born December 1st, 1960 in Bellingham, Massachusetts to...

Eddie Harris

Eddie Harris

Oct 7, 2023

 

William Edward Harris, 85, retired operator for Monsanto Chemical Company and resident of Columbia, died Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Maury Regional Medical Center. 

A graveside service will be conducted Thursday at 2:30 P.M. at Polk Memorial Gardens with Andrew Phillips officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Oakes & Nichols...

Celia Thompson Foster

Celia Thompson Foster

Sep 30, 2023

 

Celia Thompson Foster, 85, of Bellevue, TN departed this earthly life on September 30th, 2023.

 

Celia Dianne Thompson was born to James Allison and Reba Claire Thompson in Maury County, TN on October 26th, 1937. She was an active participant in the 4-H Club, Future Homemakers of America, and Girls State. She excelled in sewing, cooking, and...

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