OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Humphreys County Funeral Home

Hazel Lucille Coleman

Hazel Lucille Coleman

Sep 9, 2026

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Ms. Hazel Lucille Burns Coleman, age 73

Of Waverly, TN passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at TriStar Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. She was born on September 15, 1952, in Waverly, TN to John and Irene Burns.

Ms. Hazel was a faithful...

Virgil Thomas Lammers, Jr.

Virgil Thomas Lammers, Jr.

Sep 8, 2026

Mr. Virgil Thomas Lammers, Jr., age 74

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at his home with family by his side. He was born on May 17, 1952, in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Virgil and Dorothy Lammers.

After graduating from high school, Virgil began his career as a painter and proudly worked as a professional interior and exterior painter...

Hugh Fredrick Gwin

Hugh Fredrick Gwin

Sep 1, 2026

Mr. Hugh “Boggie” Gwin, age 58

Of Waverly, TN passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on August 30, 1968, in Waverly, TN to Stack and Sally Gwin.

Boggie earned his associate’s degree in Processing and Control from Nashville State Community College in Waverly, Tennessee. He proudly worked as a truck driver...

Linda Dean Monsue

Linda Dean Monsue

Aug 31, 2026

Miss Linda Dean “Cookie” Monsue, age 78

Of Waverly, TN passed away Monday, August 31, 2026, at Waverly Hills Post Acute. She was born on June 7, 1948, in McEwen, TN.

Visitation will be held from 10:30am until service time Thursday, September 3rd at Lighthouse Ministries in McEwen.

Funeral Services for Miss Monsue will be conducted at 1:00pm Thursday, September 3, 2026, at...

Ruth Mosley Little

Ruth Mosley Little

Aug 31, 2026

Ruth Mosley Little, age 96, passed away on August 31, 2026 at home.

Ruth was a good and kindhearted woman, the kind of person those who knew her would simply describe as one of the best women you could ever meet. She lived her life with kindness, a strong work ethic, a deep love for her family, and a steadfast faith.

She...

Jeanette Mays

Jeanette Mays

Aug 27, 2026

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Mrs. Jeanette Luten Mays, age 70

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Nashville Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Nashville, TN. She was born on October 9, 1955, in Waverly, TN to Carey and Sarah Luten.

Jeanette was a faithful member of...

Virgil Eugene Wright

Virgil Eugene Wright

Aug 22, 2026

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Mr. Virgil Eugene Wright, age 87

Of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. He was born on October 30, 1938, in Lobelville, TN to George and Bessie Wright.

Virgil was a faithful member and former minister of Plant Church of Christ. He...

Charles Richard Shanks, Sr.

Charles Richard Shanks, Sr.

Aug 22, 2026

Mr. Charles Richard “Ricky” Shanks, Sr., age 61

Of McEwen, TN passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on September 23, 1964, in Waverly, TN to Ray and Lucille Shanks.

Ricky was a simple and loving man who found joy in the things he loved most. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, animals, and riding...

Connie Rae Cranford

Connie Rae Cranford

Aug 22, 2026

Connie Rae (Sullens) Cranford was born in Salem, IL on February 20, 1950, to Harley Ray and Eva Mae Sullens. From her childhood, every adult around her recognized the curious free spirit she was. She loved being outside and playing with her cousins. She loved collecting interesting rocks, bark with delicate mossy patterns, sticks that could double as swords, and...

Arthur Dale Neblett, Jr.

Arthur Dale Neblett, Jr.

Aug 21, 2026

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Dale Neblett, age 58, of New Johnsonville passed away on August 21, 2026. Dale was known as Dad, Poppy, son, nephew, cousin, friend, Coach, and Diamond Dale.

For 34 years, Dale devoted himself to the students of Lakeview Elementary School in New Johnsonville, where being a physical education teacher was much more than a job to...

Martha Jean Coleman

Martha Jean Coleman

Aug 19, 2026

Mrs. Martha Jean Story Coleman, age 86, of Lobelville, TN, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. She was born on July 1, 1940, to her late parents Connie Leander Story and Sadie Mae Hopper Story in Waverly, TN.

Martha attended the McEwen Church of Christ, where she faithfully made many meaningful contributions to her...

Emily Maria Boatman

Emily Maria Boatman

Aug 14, 2026

Mrs. Emily Maria Boatman, age 56

Of McEwen, TN passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN. She was born on September 30, 1969, in Torrington, Wyoming to Melvin and Clare Eaton.

Mrs. Boatman’s wishes were to be cremated. A Memorial Gathering will be held at a later date.

Survivors:

Sons:

Kevin Scott Boatman II of McEwen, TN

Kyle Sebastian...

Charles Frank Plant

Charles Frank Plant

Aug 9, 2026

Charles Frank Plant, lovingly known to many as "Frankie," passed away on August 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, and simple joys. Born on March 28, 1954, to Frank Edward “Joe” Plant and Lillian Irene Sharp Plant, Frankie was one of fifteen children, growing up alongside ten brothers and four sisters. Family was at the center of his...

Linda Ann Brown

Linda Ann Brown

Aug 8, 2026

Ms. Linda Ann Brown, age 76

Of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Three Rivers Hospital. She was born on May 19, 1950, in Washington D.C. to Clarence and Hazel Shifflett.

Linda was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her warmth, love, and devotion to her family touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed...

Jimmy "Jim" Lutts

Jimmy "Jim" Lutts

Aug 4, 2026

Mr. Jimmy “Jim” Lutts, age 85

Of Waverly, TN passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at his home. He was born on July 7, 1941 to Roy and Julia Lutts.

Before his retirement, Jim worked as a heavy equipment operator for Conalco, B & B Dredging, and later Triple S Excavating. In his free time, Jim enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening, finding...

Robert Harold "Goat" Killen

Robert Harold "Goat" Killen

Aug 4, 2026

Mr. Robert Harold “Goat” Killen, age 86

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN. He was born on November 29, 1939, in Milan, TN to Robert and Vera Killen.

Goat was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent 25 years in industrial maintenance with Inland Container in New Johnsonville. His strong work ethic...

Lynn Ann Haas

Lynn Ann Haas

Aug 3, 2026

Mrs. Lynn Ann Lawson Haas, age 63

Of McEwen, TN passed away Monday, August 3, 2026, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She was born on September 13, 1962, in Algiers, LA to Blanchard and Betty Lou Lawson.

Lynn found joy in life's simple pleasures. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, and trying her luck at the slot machines. She especially cherished...

Joye Vaughn Baker

Joye Vaughn Baker

Aug 1, 2026

Mrs. Joye Vaughn Baker, age 91

Of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026, at her home. She was born on May 31, 1935, in Hurricane Mills, TN to Grady Sr. and Vera Vaughn.

Joye was a member of the Wildwood Valley Church of Christ. She dedicated 30 years of her life to serving others as a nurse, working alongside Dr. McClure...

Rita Gale Oliphant

Rita Gale Oliphant

Jul 24, 2026

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Rita Gale Kennerly Oliphant, age 71, of McEwen, TN who passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She was born on February 16, 1955, in Waverly, TN to Charlie and...

Carol Ann Larkin

Carol Ann Larkin

Jul 23, 2026

Mrs. Carol Ann Hargrove Larkin, age 70

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026, at her home. She was born on October 15, 1955, in Dearborn, Michigan to Lonnie and Emma Hargrove.

Carol found great joy in tending her beautiful flower gardens, where she lovingly nurtured blooms that reflected her caring spirit. She was also an enthusiastic admirer of actor...

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