DeKalb Crash Victim to be Laid to Rest Thursday

May 13, 2025
By: Dwayne Page

A woman killed in a DeKalb County weekend crash will be laid to rest Thursday.

Funeral services Celebrating the Life for Mrs. Jimmie Wynette Cantrell-Allen will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in the chapel of Speck Funeral Home in Livingston. Bro. Denton Hummel will officiate. Jimmie will be laid to rest in Carr Cemetery following the service.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Wednesday evening, May 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Speck Funeral Home.

Jimmie passed from this life on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in DeKalb County, Tennessee. Born in Livingston on April 16, 1975, she was the beloved daughter of the late Bobbie Kay Cantrell. A proud graduate of Livingston Academy, Class of 1993, Jimmie lived a life centered around love, laughter, and the joy of family.

More than anything in the world, Jimmie cherished her children. They were her pride, her purpose, and the brightest lights in her life. Her kind heart, warm smile, and fun-loving spirit touched everyone she met. Whether she was spending time outdoors or enjoying a night out with friends, Jimmie brought light and laughter wherever she went.

She leaves behind a family who will forever carry her memory in their hearts:

Her devoted son, Ethan Stevens and wife Tori of Monroe, TN

Her loving daughter, Taylor Peek and husband Jonathan of the Highland Mountain Community

Her cherished sister, Amanda Duncan of Livingston, TN

Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and one special great-nephew

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