Nadine Rosalie Owens
Feb 24, 2023
Nadine Rosalie Owens, age 92, passed away Friday, February 24, 2023, surrounded by her husband - the love of her life, and their children at Heritage Pointe Senior Living in Cookeville, TN. She was born in Red Willow County, McCook, Nebraska on March 5, 1930, to Guy Leon and Rosa Elnora (Schlegel) Nelson. Nadine graduated from McCook High School in...
Betty Ann Threet
Feb 20, 2023
A Memorial Service for Betty Ann Threet, age 82, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on February 20, 2023, will be held on Saturday, March 18, 2023, at Pomona Methodist Church at 1:00 PM. Survivors: daughter, Barbie Brown (Dennis); son, Brian Threet; grandchildren, Joshua Brown (Tara), Luke Brown (Angel), Krista Brown, and Regina Fish; great grandchildren, Bryson, Kasen, and Karli;...
Kelly Mercy Neely
Feb 19, 2023
Kelly Mercy Neely, age 62, of Crossville, TN, passed away on February 19, 2023, at Good Samaritans Society. She was born on March 9, 1960, in Houston, TX, daughter of George Charles Mercy and Betty Mercy Rourke. Kelly was a homemaker and a member of the Fairfield Glade United Methodist Church. She is survived by her husband, Timothy Wayne Neely;...
Eva Jean Scott
Feb 18, 2023
If you knew her, you were blessed. A quiet sweet gentle soul has been called home. Eva was born July 31, 1931, to John Claude and Amanda (Boston) Lewis in Crossville and the widow of Robert Scott. She resided at Life Care Center for the past eight years where she was cherished and loved by both staff and residents, especially...
Jefferson P. Burnett
Feb 18, 2023
Jefferson P. "Jeff" Burnett, age 76, of North Fort Myers, Florida, passed away on February 18, 2023, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 25, 1946, in Pleasant Hill, Tennessee, son of the late Dallas Burnett and Lena Burnett. Jeff served our country in the United States Army. He also worked for Manchester Tank for 43 years. He...
Paul Allen Barber
Feb 18, 2023
No Services are scheduled at this time for Paul Allen Barber, age 72, of Crossville, Tennessee, who passed away on February 18, 2023. Survivors: Soulmate of 46 years- Terri Jester; Daughter- Brandi Riggins (Bradley); Sister- Penni Matchett; and Nieces- Stephanie Barber (Rodney) and Melissa Andrews (Jeffery); Grandchildren- Taylor Edwards (Brandon), Alyssa McComas (Sam), Noah Riggins, Bradley Riggins, Jr (Caitie), Michael...
Sue Ann True
Feb 17, 2023
A family memorial service will be announced at a later date for Sue Ann (Flynn) True, age 80, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on February 17, 2023. Survivors: Daughter- LeShawn Iles; Grandchildren- Travis Jacob Iles and Summer Lynn Iles; Cousins- Grover True and Lisa True; Sister-in-Law- Estelle Flynn; and Niece- Rhonda Flynn.
Dorothy Marie Tabor
Feb 16, 2023
Dorothy Marie Tabor, age 85, of Cookeville, Tennessee, passed away on February 16, 2023, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born on May 15, 1937, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, daughter of the late Jesse Sevier Holden and Etta Mae (Smotherman) Holden. Dorothy was the owner of a Beauty Salon and a member of Church of God of Prophecy. She is...
Mildred Donnelly
Feb 10, 2023
Mildred Marie Evans Donnelly, 84, passed away on February 10, 2023. Born on February 6, 1939, she was the first child of Thomas Evans & Iva Knox Evans. A three-time breast cancer survivor, she was the epitome of a strong, sassy Southern lady! She was a proud original Homesteader, supporter of the Cumberland Mountain State Park and dozens of charities,...
Sammy Warren Thompson
Feb 10, 2023
Sammy Warren Thompson, age 70, of Jamestown, TN, passed away at his home on February 10, 2023. Mr. Thompson was born on February 27, 1952, in Crossville, Tennessee, son of the late Willie Martin Thompson and Delzie (Tinch) Thompson. Sammy served in the United States Army and later worked as a heavy equipment operator. He loved to hunt and fish,...
Brier Dillion Wightman
Feb 10, 2023
No Services are scheduled at this time for Brier Dillion Wightman, age 29, of Crossville, Tennessee, who passed away on February 10, 2023. Survivors: Mother – Amy Rebecca Wolfe; Father – Edward Tracy Wightman; Sisters – Nika Wightman, Kenzi Wolfe, and Jessica Wightman; and Brothers – Josh Wightman, Jeremiah Wightman, and Gage Wolfe.
Spike William Hedgecoth
Feb 8, 2023
Spike William Hedgecoth, age 76, of Crossville, TN, passed away on February 8, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center.
He was born on January 27, 1947, in Crossville, TN, son of the late Garland Hedgecoth and Evelyn Frances (Selby) Hedgecoth.
Spike served our country in the United States Army and was a business owner. He was...
Beverly J. Bessette
Feb 8, 2023
Beverly Bessette, age 80, of Crossville, TN, passed away on February 8, 2023. She was born on August 10, 1942, in Central Falls, RI, daughter of George A. Bessette and Doris G. (Quintin) Bessette. Beverly was a toy inspector for Hasbro Inc. and was of the Catholic Faith. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Hands-Jugler and husband, Bernie; granddaughter,...
Ronald T. Gill
Feb 5, 2023
Ronald T. Gill, age 74, of Crossville, TN, passed away on February 5, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center. He was born on June 25, 1948, in New York City, NY, son of the late Edmond Gill and Thelma (Wilson) Gill. Ronald served our country in the United States Navy and was a technician in telecommunications. He was a member of...
David Preston Mace
Feb 1, 2023
Graveside services for David Preston Mace, age 67, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on February 1, 2023, will be held at Linary Cemetery on Monday, February 6, 2023, at 2:00 PM. Survivors: Brothers – John Mace, Mavrick Mace, and Jeffrey Mace; Sister – Zula Dotson; Surrogate Daughter – Lacy Houston; Grandchildren – Jayden “Bear” Eldridge, Lincoln Eldridge, Kash Houston,...
Beecher Finley Seegraves
Jan 30, 2023
Beecher Finley Seegraves of Pleasant Hill, TN, passed away on January 30, 2023, at the age of 97.
Beecher was born on March 22, 1925, to Milzie and Annie Seegraves.
After serving in the U.S. Army in World War II, he returned to Pleasant Hill and married Odell Ramsey of Sneedville, TN. They were married...
Keith Don Pontius
Jan 29, 2023
Keith Don Pontius, age 89, of Crossville, Tennessee, passed away on January 29, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center.
Keith was born June 16, 1933 in Canton, Ohio, son of the late Henry Pontius and Lottie (Kinsley) Pontius. He grew up in Hartville, Ohio. Keith graduated from Lake Township High School in 1951 and Manchester College in North...
Dennis "Deroy" Davis
Jan 28, 2023
Dennis “DeRoy” Davis, age 81, of Crossville, TN, passed away at his home on January 28, 2023. Graveside Services will be held at Crossville City Cemetery on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM. He is survived by his son, Patrick Davis; caregivers, Katie Studer, Jeremie Reece, and Amy Reece.
Virginia Darlene Adkisson
Jan 27, 2023
A Memorial Service for Virginia Darlene Adkisson, age 54, of Crossville, TN, passed away on January 27, 2023, at Cumberland Medical Center will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at Bilbrey Funeral Home at 6:00 PM. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM prior to the service. She is survived by her sons, Travis Lee...
Mabel Lena Cox
Jan 25, 2023
Funeral Services for Mabel Lena Cox, age 97, of Crossville, TN, who passed away on January 25, 2023, will be held on Monday, January 30, 2023, at 3:00 PM at Bilbrey Funeral Home with burial to follow at Crossville City Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to the service. Survivors: Daughters –...
