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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...

Timothy Lee Patrick

Timothy Lee Patrick

Apr 16, 2026

Mr. Timothy Lee “Tim” Patrick, age 65

Of Waverly, TN passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, at his home. He was born on October 20, 1960, in Waverly, TN.

Tim had an unwavering love for his wife. He was a doting Poppy and a loyal, steadfast friend to those he loved and cared for. As a devoted member of the Elks Lodge...

Joel Dennis Crafton

Joel Dennis Crafton

Apr 7, 2026

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Mr. Joel Dennis Crafton, age 50, of Waverly, TN,` passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. He was born on November 6, 1975, in Huntington, TN, to Ronald Dennis Crafton and Sarah Evonne White Allen.

Joel had a passion for building, playing an...

Charles Billy Lane

Charles Billy Lane

Apr 5, 2026

Mr. Charles Billy Lane, age 94

Of McEwen, TN passed away Sunday, April 5, 2026, at his home. He was born on November 6, 1931, in Waverly, TN to Brady and Emma Jane Lane.

An avid baseball player in his youth, Billy earned the affectionate nickname "Rabbit" due to his remarkable speed on the field. His passion for the sport was evident when...

Etta Olga Bertha Carter

Etta Olga Bertha Carter

Apr 4, 2026

Mrs. Etta Carter passed on April 4, 2026, at the age of 85.

Mrs. Carter was born on August 6, 1940, in Celle Germany. She was preceded in death by her husband, John K. Carter and a brother, Olaf Ramin. She was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law; Oliver J....

Margaret Faith Brown

Margaret Faith Brown

Mar 31, 2026

Mrs. Margaret Faith Baker Brown, age 78

Of McEwen, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her home in McEwen. She was a member of the McEwen Freewill Baptist Church. Faith loved fishing, flowers and her birds.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00pm Thursday, April 2nd and from 10:00am until service time Friday, April 3rd at the McEwen Freewill...

Ruth B. Waldman

Ruth B. Waldman

Mar 30, 2026

Mrs. Ruth B. Waldman, age 99

Of McKinney, TX, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at Belterra Health & Rehab Center in McKinney, TX. She was born on May 23, 1926, in Fredrick County, VA to Roy and Goldie Brill.

Graveside Services for Mrs. Waldman will be conducted at 10:00am Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Ebenezer Cemetery in New Johnsonville, TN.

Interment will...

Samuel Quinten Lee Chesser

Samuel Quinten Lee Chesser

Mar 29, 2026

Mr. Samuel Quinten Lee Chesser, age 51

Of Waverly, TN, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on June 22, 1974, in McKenzie, TN to Terry and Angela Chesser.

Quinten worked as a heavy equipment operator until his illness forced him to step away. He was also a former member of the Freemasons, an...

Deborah Darlene Bramlett

Deborah Darlene Bramlett

Mar 25, 2026

Mrs. Deborah Darlene Marrs Bramlett, age 71

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Waverly Hills in Waverly, TN. She was born on May 11, 1954, in Waverly, TN to Ray and Mary Lee Marrs.

Graveside Services for Mrs. Bramlett will be conducted at 11:00am Friday, March 27, 2026, at Crockett-Meadow Cemetery with Bro. William Brown officiating.

Interment will follow.

Survivors:

Son:

Daniel...

Viola Margaret Ryniker

Viola Margaret Ryniker

Mar 12, 2026

Mrs. Viola Margaret Ryniker, age 88

Of McEwen, TN, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, at NHC in Dickson, TN. She was born on February 3, 1938, in Chicago, IL to William and Grace Wilcox Wimmer.

Throughout her years, Viola cultivated a rich tapestry of interests that highlighted her gentle spirit and creative nature. She was passionate about crocheting and knitting, spending...

Teresa Lynne Browning

Teresa Lynne Browning

Mar 10, 2026

Ms. Teresa Lynne Browning, age 69

Of Dickson, TN, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at TriStar Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. She was born on November 9, 1956, in Ft. Worth, TX.

Teresa was a beacon of light in this world, known for her sweet disposition and kindness that touched everyone she encountered. Her warm heart and unwavering faith in God...

Frances Leah Oberlin Stephens

Frances Leah Oberlin Stephens

Mar 9, 2026

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Mrs. Frances Leah Oberlin Stephens was born on September 30, 1945, to Irving and Oleta Oberlin in Natchez, MS. The oldest of three siblings, she graduated from Natchez High School in 1963. On October 6, 1963, Frances married Dr. Joseph Stephens at Melmont, the Oberlin home, in Natchez. Joseph was...

David James Wheeler

David James Wheeler

Mar 8, 2026

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Mr. David James Wheeler, age 18

Of Shelbyville, TN, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Nashville, TN. He was born on November 25, 2007, in Smyrna, TN, to Anthony Jay and Carrie Ann Eimen Wheeler.

David relished the time spent working on his car, a hobby that showcased his hands-on approach to...

George William Palmer

George William Palmer

Mar 7, 2026

Mr. George William Palmer, age 82 of Waverly, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville after battling cancer. He was born on January 19, 1944, to George D. and Bertha Ada C. Palmer of Gallatin, TN. George married Patricia Eleanor Crum on July 21, 1963, in Cambridge, Ohio. 

For over 50 years,...

Minnie Rebecca "Becky" Hull

Minnie Rebecca "Becky" Hull

Mar 3, 2026

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Mrs. Minnie Rebecca “Becky” Hull, age 89

Of Waverly, TN passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Three Rivers Hospital. She was born on April 22, 1936, in Waverly, TN to Grover and Clara Elvington.

Becky dedicated part of her career to working in housekeeping at the Humphreys County Nursing Home. Her diligence and...

Patricia Ann Gaw

Patricia Ann Gaw

Feb 28, 2026

Mrs. Patricia Ann Kissinger Gaw, age 81

Of Camden, TN passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Camden Healthcare in Camden, TN. She was born on March 28, 1944, in Harrisburg, PA to Dean and Charlotte Kissinger.

Patricia was known for her unwavering faith and love for the Lord. She attended the Tennessee River Baptist Church in Camden, Tennessee, where she spent time...

Patricia Ann Martin Hardin

Patricia Ann Martin Hardin

Feb 27, 2026

Ms. Patricia Ann Martin Hardin, age 59

Of McEwen, TN passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville. She was born on August 15, 1966, in Nashville, TN to Codfish and Jo Ann Martin.

Patricia was a wonderful babysitter, a role in which she thrived and made a lasting impact on both children and parents. Her ability to...

Connie Sue Wright

Connie Sue Wright

Feb 27, 2026

Mrs. Connie Sue Curtis Wright, age 60

Of McEwen, TN passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at her home. She was born on July 15, 1965, in Dickson, TN to Johnny and Nora Mae Curtis.

Connie radiated warmth and love throughout her years, embodying a spirit that was deeply devoted to her faith, her family, and her passion for nurturing all living...

Mary Elizabeth Flexser

Mary Elizabeth Flexser

Feb 27, 2026



Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Preston Fling Dilley Flexser went home to be with her Lord on Friday evening, February 27, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1926, in Bowling Green, Kentucky to her late parents, Charles Edward Preston and Addie Jane Price Preston.

Mary’s mother passed away when she was 11 years old, and her father passed when she was 14....

James "Jim" Warren Jared

James "Jim" Warren Jared

Feb 17, 2026

James "Jim" Jared, 82, of Waverly, TN, passed away peacefully on February 17th surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 20, 1944, Jim lived a life full of quiet strength, unwavering devotion, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life.

Jim loved his regular weekday lunches with his guy friends, taking family out on the pontoon boat, and...

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