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Charles Henry Breeden

Charles Henry Breeden

Jun 11, 2026

Mr. Charles Henry Breeden, age 76

Of McEwen, TN passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Camden Health and Rehab Center in Camden, TN. He was born on December 3, 1949, in McEwen, TN to Virgil and Imogene Breeden.

For 30 years Charles dedicated his working life to the craft of roofing, a testament to his strong work ethic and commitment. He...

Denise Gordon Curtis

Denise Gordon Curtis

Jun 5, 2026

Mrs. Denise Gordon Curtis, age 64

Of Waverly, TN, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 7, 1962, in Waverly, TN to Jimmy and Betty Gordon.

Denise dedicated more than 20 years of her professional life to First Federal Bank, where she served as a loan processor with diligence and care until her retirement. Denise’s...

Naomi Ruth Capps

Naomi Ruth Capps

May 28, 2026

Ms. Naomi Ruth Buchanan Capps, age 61

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Three Rivers Hospital. She was born on July 24, 1964, in Detroit, Michigan to Van and Jean Buchanan.

The family’s wishes were for private services.

Interment was held in J. Warren Cemetery in New Johnsonville, TN.

Survivors:

Sons:

Austin Capps of Waverly, TN

Dylan Capps (Olivia) of Waverly, TN

Brother:

Robert Buchanan...

Kenneth Wayne Miller

Kenneth Wayne Miller

May 22, 2026

Mr. Kenneth Wayne “Kenny” Miller, age 60

Of Waverly, TN passed away Friday, May 22, 2026. He was born on April 4, 1966, in Waverly, TN to James and Osta Miller.

For 35 years, he dedicated his career to the Carpenters Union, where his skill and unwavering work ethic were hallmarks of his professional life. Alongside this, he owned and operated Miller's...

Larry Phillip Stewart

Larry Phillip Stewart

May 21, 2026

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Mr. Larry Phillip Stewart, age 71

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. He was born on March 24, 1955, in Waverly, TN to Wiley and Delsie Stewart.

Larry served honorably in the United States Army, an experience that shaped much of his...

Peggy Odell Betty

Peggy Odell Betty

May 19, 2026

Mrs. Peggy Odell Hedge Betty, age 76, of Waverly, TN, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Peggy was born June 23, 1949, to Emmitt Levaughn “Vonnie” and Mary Frances Wilson Hedge. She was a homemaker and she loved flowers, cooking, playing FreeCell on the computer, and collecting dolls. She was a loving wife,...

Pamela Ann McCord

Pamela Ann McCord

May 18, 2026

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Mrs. Pamela Ann Larkins McCord, age 70, of McEwen, TN, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Pam was born January 13, 1956, in Dickson, TN, to Hubert Lee and Beulah Louise Johnson Larkins. She married Don Michael McCord on February 16, 1973,...

Tony Lee Wallace

Tony Lee Wallace

May 15, 2026

Click here to view the live Funeral Service Webcast. Services will begin Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.

Mr. Tony Lee Wallace, age 79

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Friday, May 15, 2026, at Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers Hospital, in Waverly, TN. Mr. Wallace was born June 15, 1946, in Clarksville, TN, to Cloyce Cecil and Martha Opal Gillum...

Wanda Gayle Cleveland

Wanda Gayle Cleveland

May 14, 2026

Mrs. Wanda Gayle Thorne Cleveland, age 78, of Waverly, TN, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Waverly Hills Post Acute in Waverly. Mrs. Cleveland was born June 17, 1947, in Nashville, TN, to Dewey and Loney Baker Thorne. She was a retired Housekeeper/Dietary Aide from Waverly Hills Post Acute in Waverly. She loved cooking and gardening. Wanda was always helping...

Cheryl Raye Dreaden

Cheryl Raye Dreaden

May 8, 2026

Mrs. Cheryl Raye Dreaden, age 80

Of McEwen, TN, passed away Friday, May 8, 2026, at her home in McEwen. She was born on September 13, 1945, in Dickson County, TN to Homer and Rebecca Moore.

Cheryl and her husband, Donnie, formerly owned Dreaden’s Market in Waverly and later McEwen. She was also an avid Tennessee Titans fan.

Mrs. Dreaden’s wishes were to...

Mary Rose Elliott

Mary Rose Elliott

May 7, 2026

Mrs. Mary Rose Tinnell Elliott, age 77

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN. She was born on February 2, 1949, in Hurricane Mills, TN to Joseph and Mary Ellen Tinnell.

Mary Rose had a passion for sports, which was a constant source of joy throughout her life. She loved watching all...

Randy Thomas Howell

Randy Thomas Howell

May 7, 2026

Mr. Randy Thomas Howell, age 69

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on October 26, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan.

Randy was truly a hands-on enthusiast, spending countless hours working on cars. A devoted Chevy man, his love for automobiles was more than a hobby—it was a lifelong dedication that...

Hilton Lee Plant

Hilton Lee Plant

May 2, 2026

Mr. Hilton Lee Plant, age 89, of New Johnsonville, TN, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Humphreys County Health & Rehab Center, in Waverly, TN. Mr. Plant was born January 8, 1937, in Denver, TN, to Frank Edward “Joe” Plant and Lillian Irene Sharp Plant. He was married to Janie Lou Todd Plant. He was a member of New Johnsonville...

Elizabeth Anne Yates

Elizabeth Anne Yates

May 1, 2026

Mrs. Elizabeth “Libby” Anne Bone Yates, age 80, of Nashville, TN, passed away Friday, May 1, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN. She was born on February 16, 1946, in the Plant community to Frank and Mary Verona Bone. Mrs. Elizabeth was educated at the Humphreys County Schools and the University of Tennessee at Martin and Knoxville. She completed...

Greta Luann Tummins

Greta Luann Tummins

Apr 29, 2026

Ms. Greta Luann Tummins, age 59, of Waverly, TN, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her home. Greta was born June 1, 1966, in Dickson, TN, to Joseph E. Burgess and Lena Mae Jackson Buie. She was formerly a Cook at Magnolia Place Assisted Living in Waverly, TN. She loved her pet dogs, Gert and Jr. She loved spending...

Douglas George Bryce

Douglas George Bryce

Apr 28, 2026

Mr. Douglas George Bryce, age 82

Of Waverly, TN, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. Mr. Bryce was born on October 25, 1943, in Port Huron, MI.

Mr. Bryce’s wishes were to be cremated.

Survivors:

Wife:

Cheryl Ann Stacey Bryce of Waverly, TN

Stepsons:

David Ray Fifth (Marhia) of Utah

Christopher Fifth (Mollie) of Alaska

Jeremy Fifth (Tara) of Dickson, TN

Brother:

Richard Bryce...

Zachery Reese Johnson

Zachery Reese Johnson

Apr 28, 2026

Click here to view the live Funeral Service Webcast for Zachery Reese Johnson.

Zachery Reese Johnson, age 23, of McEwen, TN, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers Hospital in Waverly, TN. Zach was born April 15, 2003, in Claremore, OK, to Joshua Heath and Kristin Leigh Wilson Johnson. He was a graduate of Waverly Central High...

Kathy Jean Hicks

Kathy Jean Hicks

Apr 25, 2026

Mrs. Kathy Jean Hicks, age 71

Of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Dickson, TN. She was born on October 13, 1954, in Waverly, TN to James William Curtis and Nellie Pearl Curtis.

Kathy cherished her family dearly, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother,...

Donald Eugene Bishop

Donald Eugene Bishop

Apr 23, 2026



Mr. Donald Eugene Bishop, age 64, of Waverly, TN, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN. Donald was born April 26, 1961, in Flint, Michigan, to Malcolm and Lucille Triplett Bishop. He was married to Barbara Jean Styles Bishop for 41 years. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. He...

Ruth Tirey Wood

Ruth Tirey Wood

Apr 22, 2026



Mrs. Ruth Ann Tirey Wood, age 90, of Waverly, TN, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at NHC Place at the Trace in Nashville, TN. Mrs. Wood was born to Floyd Tirey and Villie Campbell Tirey on February 25, 1936, in Russellville, AL. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Waverly. Mrs. Wood was a retired Payroll Clerk for...

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