OBITUARIES
Local obituaries for Humphreys County Funeral Home
Evelyn Christine Johnson
Jan 2, 2026
Mrs. Evelyn Christine Johnson, age 88
Of Waverly, TN passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home. She was born on February 10, 1937, in Waverly, TN to Nathan Lee Binkley and Elma Celina Binkley.
Evelyn dedicated her life to her family and her work as a retired machine operator for Acme Boot Company, where she was known for her diligence...
Isaiah Gavin Johnson
Jan 2, 2026
Isaiah Gavin Johnson, age 13
Of Waverly, TN passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 7, 2012, in Dickson, TN to Heather Johnson.
Isaiah was known for his sweet and helpful nature, making friends effortlessly throughout his short yet impactful life. Isaiah's bright spirit shone through in everything he did. He was a vibrant presence in...
Barbara Jean Patrick
Jan 2, 2026
Mrs. Barbara Jean York Patrick, age 70
Of Camden, TN, formerly of Waverly, TN passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, January 2, 2026. She was born on December 23, 1955, in Hayti, Missouri.
Barbara spent her formative years in Ridgely, TN before making the significant move to Waverly at the age of 14 alongside her mother. This transition marked the...
Richard Allen "Dick" Rice
Dec 30, 2025
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Mr. Richard Allen Rice entered this world in the small western New York village of Portville. Born to Forest and Belle Rice, he was the fifth of six children. Dick, as he was called, attended Portville schools and graduated in 1954 from Portville Central High School.
After high school, Dick...
Paul B. Melton, Jr.
Dec 29, 2025
Mr. Paul B. Melton, Jr., age 85, of Waverly, TN, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at Humphreys County Care and Rehab Center. Mr. Melton was born on September 30, 1940, in Washington D.C., to Paul Sr. and Catherine Melton. He was a retired Counselor for the California Department of Corrections and owner of Bushrod’s Western BBQ.
A Private Graveside Service will...
Michael Edward Hewitt
Dec 29, 2025
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Mr. Michael Edward Hewitt, age 66, of New Johnsonville, TN, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Camden General Hospital in Camden, TN. He was born on November 10, 1959, in Toledo, OH. Michael worked for many years at ConAgra and later retired. In his free time, he...
Frances Leona Montoya
Dec 23, 2025
Ms. Frances Leona Montoya, age 83, of McEwen, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Humphreys County Care and Rehab in Waverly, TN. She was born on January 1, 1942, to her parents, Walter Vernon Deck, Sr. and Gertrude Stewart Deck in McEwen, TN. Ms. Frances enjoyed cooking, gardening, and homemaking. She was a kindhearted caregiver to many...
Sherry Elaine Forsythe
Dec 22, 2025
Mrs. Sherry Elaine Forsythe, age 75, of Waverly, TN, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Waverly Hills Nursing Home. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by everyone who knew her.
Mrs. Forsythe’s wishes were for cremation.
Survivors:
Sons:
Ronny Edmonds (Crystal) of Nashville, TN
Jeffery Gay (Deborah) of Ashland City, TN
Daughter:
Cindy Slack (Curtis) of...
Charles Woodrow "Woody" Latimer
Dec 18, 2025
Click here to view the live Funeral Service Webcast. Services will begin today, Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
Charles Woodrow “Woody” Latimer, age 90, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Woody was born on September 4, 1935, to William Roscoe Latimer and Agnes Mona Forrest Latimer and grew up at Halls Creek in...
Retha Raye Stringer Mullinicks
Dec 18, 2025
Retha Raye Stringer Mullinicks, age 82, of McEwen, TN, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center, in Nashville, TN. Retha was born August 17, 1943, in McEwen, TN, to Emmitt Ray and Bernice Eugenia James Stringer. She was the Valedictorian of the McEwen High School Class of 1961. She married James Oscar “Jimmy” Mullinicks, Jr. on...
Larry Douglas Kilgore
Dec 15, 2025
Mr. Larry Douglas Kilgore, age 84, of New Johnsonville, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday. December 15, 2025, at TriStar Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. He was born on April 11, 1941, to his parents Charles Boyd Kilgore and Mary Estelle Innis Kilgore in Nickelsville, VA. A dedicated member of the Hustburg United Methodist Church, Larry's unwavering commitment to...
Harold Ward Bostian
Dec 14, 2025
Mr. Harold Ward Bostian, age 91
Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Humphreys County Nursing Home. He was born on October 1, 1934, in Mooresville, NC to Guy and Jessie Bostian.
A proud Korean Navy Veteran, Harold served his country with honor and bravery, exemplifying the values of dedication and resilience. Following his military service, he worked for...
Kimberly "Kim" Lynn Waggoner
Dec 14, 2025
Click here to view the live Funeral Service Webcast for Mrs. Waggoner. Services begin today, December 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m.
Mrs. Kimberly Lynn (Forrest) Waggoner (Kim), age 54, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at her home in Waverly, TN.
Kim was born in Waverly, TN, on July 17, 1971, to Irene (Davidson) Pruett and the late Neely B. Forrest,...
William Eugene Cavness, Sr.
Dec 12, 2025
Mr. William Eugene “Willie” Cavness, Sr., age 71
Of Waverly, TN passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. He was born on September 9, 1954, in Ridgely, TN to Prentice and Carrie Cavness.
William devoted 20 years of his career as a machine operator for Nashville Wire, where his work ethic and reliability left an indelible...
Marion G. Phy
Dec 9, 2025
Mr. Marion G. Phy, age 82, of Hurricane Mills, TN, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at his home. He was born October 13, 1943, in Baltimore, MD, to Harris Hall Phy and Stella Louise Bradley Phy. He was married to Darlene Phy. He was a member of Lobelville church of Christ in Lobelville, TN. Mr. Phy loved fishing, hunting, and...
Timothy Rex Allen
Dec 6, 2025
Mr. Timothy Rex Allen, age 60
Of Waverly, TN, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. He was born on December 29, 1964, in Mt. Clemens, MI to Richard and Jeanne Allen.
Timothy had a profound love for riding motorcycles. He was particularly proud to participate in the Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride. His enthusiasm...
Emily Billie Dove Chambers
Dec 5, 2025
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Mrs. Emily Billie Dove Chambers, affectionately known as Baboo, age 95
Of McEwen, formerly of Humboldt, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025, at her home. She was born on December 11, 1929, in Jackson, TN to Walter and Blanche Johnson.
A longstanding member of the Union Grove Primitive...
Herbert Randall "Randy" Capps
Dec 3, 2025
Herbert Randall “Randy” Capps, age 65 of McEwen, TN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at his home. He was born on March 14, 1960, in Dickson, TN, to his late parents, Herbert Ray Capps and Sarah Mae Wright Capps.
Randy dedicated much of his life to his career, retiring after 37 years with the Tennessee Department of Transportation...
Mary Louise Thomas
Dec 2, 2025
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Mrs. Mary Louise Thomas, age: 88
Of Waverly, TN, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at her home. She was born January 13, 1937, in McEwen, TN, to Melvin Malloy Damesworth and Minnie Viola Proffitt Cullum. She formerly was a factory worker for Red Kap Industries in Dickson, TN. She...
Kenneth Eugene Fleming
Dec 1, 2025
Kenneth Eugene Fleming, age 69, of McEwen, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025, at home. He was born on January 19. 1956, to his parents David Ray Fleming and Evelyne Taylor in Madison, TN. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and an unwavering spirit that touched all who knew him.
A devoted member of his community,...
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