Obituaries

Calvin “Eugene” Colwell

August 10, 2021

Calvin “Eugene” Colwell, age 71, of Smithville, TN, won his long-fought battle with cancer on Monday August 9, 2021. Some knew Eugene by his life-long nickname “cowboy.” Eugene was born in DeKalb County, TN, on June 29, 1950, to his parents, Toy Brown and Lydia Mae Williams Colwell. Preceding Eugene in death were his parents; two daughters, Crystal and Catherine Colwell; former wife, Charlotte Colwell; brothers, Floyd, James, Dallas, John B, Johnny Ringo, and Lillard Colwell.

Eugene leaves behind one daughter, Jeania Cawthorn, and husband Jeff of Smithville; two sons, Stuart Colwell and wife Tiffany of Rock Island, Matthew Colwell and wife Tara of Smithville. Eugene also leaves behind nine grandchildren, Austin Poss, Alex Poss, Alison Poss, Megan Stewart, Leagh Cawthorn, Cortney Turner, Scotty Colwell, Nathan Colwell, Justin Colwell, Abby Vanwormer, Gabby Vanwormer and Layla Colwell; five great-grandchildren and his first wife, Louise Colwell Arnold. Eugene also leaves behind two brothers, Willard (Sally) Colwell of Smithville and Daniel Colwell of McMinnville, TN, and a sister, Martha (Rev. Edwin) Moore of Sparta; sister-in-law, Peggy Colwell; and several nieces and nephews.

Eugene was a retired carpenter and an award-winning horseshoe pitcher. Eugene loved to joke and make others smile and could often be found visiting friends at local clubs.

Per his wishes, Eugene will be cremated. A memorial service for family and friends will be 2 PM Thursday, August 12, 2021, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Jordan Atnip officiating. Visitation with the family will be on Thursday 10:AM until the time of the service at 2 PM In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to a charity of your choice in Eugene’s memory or to the American Cancer Society.

The funeral home lounge is closed at this time and no food or drinks are allowed in the funeral home.

DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




John Kirk “Burdell” Maxwell

August 10, 2021

John Kirk “Burdell” Maxwell age 77 of Mentone, AL passed away Sunday night, August 8, 2021 at his residence. He was born November 9, 1943 to his parents, the late Edgar Odell and Rubye Jewel Lowe Maxwell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Freda Ashford Maxwell; sister, Delmaleen Key and brother, Melvin Maxwell. He was a Methodist, U.S. Army veteran having served in Vietnam, member of the American Legion and a farmer. Mr. Maxwell is survived by 4 children, Kirk Vincent Maxwell of Birmingham, AL, Brenda (Nelson) Kerby of Mentone, AL, Christopher Allen Maxwell of Belvidere, TN and Steven Matthew (Kari) Maxwell of Belvidere, TN; 8 grandchildren, Kristen Maxwell, Megan (BJ) Miller, Amanda Patrick, Tristan Maxwell, Vlad Maxwell, Kaden Maxwell, Hunter MAxwell and Chase Maxwell; 7 great-grandchildren, Heath, Adam, Adalyn, Huckleberry, Luke, Granger and Katlyn; 1 sister, Marceen Davis of Smithville. Funeral services will be 2 PM Friday, August 13, 2021 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Jim McAfee officiating and burial will be in DeKalb Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be Friday 10:AM until the time of the service at 2 PM. The funeral home lounge is closed at this time and no food or drinks are allowed in the funeral home. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




Lillian Faye Wayman Steinwinder

August 10, 2021

Lillian Faye Wayman Steinwinder age 69 of Alexandria, passed away Monday morning August 9, 2021 at her residence. She was born April 21, 1952 in Mount Juliet. She is preceded in death by 2 sisters, Bonnie and Barbara. Mrs. Steinwinder was affiliated with Round Lick Baptist Church and worked in the Custom Department of Gibson Guitar. She is survived by husband, Steven Steinwinder of Alexandria; children, Cindy (Jared) Patterson of Old Hickory, Jacob and Cody Steinwinder; daughter-in-law, Ashley Steinwinder; several grandchildren; brother, Ben; sister, Martha; a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. The family has honored her request to be cremated and no services are planned. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




William Lee “Willie” Clayborn

August 10, 2021

54 year old William Lee “Willie” Clayborn of Alexandria died Monday at his residence. He was a forklift operator for WestRock and a member of the Helton Creek The Baptist Church. Clayborn graduated from DeKalb County High School in 1985. He was a great son, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved music, the Steelers, wrestling, and the Tennessee VOLS. Willie loved to aggravate and was the best at it. A graveside service will be Tuesday, August 10 at 5 p.m. at Hillview Cemetery. Johnathon Willoughby will officiate. There will be no visitation. Clayborn was preceded in death by his father Bobby Clayborn. He is survived by his mother, Mildred Clayborn of Alexandria. A sister, Charissee Allen of Alexandria. Brother, Bobby (Shelia) Clayborn of Alexandria. Nephews Josh Baker and Schuylar Allen, Nieces, Jessie Baker and Taylor Allen. Great nieces, Shelby Clayborn, Cheyenne Bradshaw, and Kendall Poss, and special friend Tyria Fathera. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations may be made to Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria to help with funeral expenses.




Martin Riley, Jr. “Buck”

August 7, 2021

Martin Riley, Jr. “Buck” age 93 passed away on Friday, August 6, 2021 at his residence in Smithville of natural causes. He was born June 3, 1928 in Clinton County Indiana to the late Martin and Nora Hazel Woods Riley. in addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Riley; 2 sons, Steve Riley and Fredrick Riley and a daughter, Cathy Riley; 9 siblings, Voyle, Cot, Burnard, Garnet, Fred, Jerry, Vada, Mary and Myrtle. He retired an engineer of General Motors in Indiana on August 1987 after 32 years of service constructing and installing some of the largest stamping presses in the US and Japan as well as receiving several awards for his outstanding innovative ideas and practices. Buck’s hobbies included woodworking, tinkering with anything in the garage and spending time with his family whom he loved very dearly. He is survived by his children of current marriage and caregiver; Tim Riley, Christina (Teddy) Snipes, Martin Riley, III, and Becky Atnip. Also survived by his children of first marriage include David (Cheryl) Riley, Mike (Tammy) Riley, Debra (Don) Beechum, Patricia Eckles, Cheryl Riley, Dan (Sharon) Gress and Connie Alley; 28 grandchildren, 60 great-grandchildren and 14 great-great-grandchildren. There will be a visitation on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 from 4 PM until 7 PM at DeKalb Funeral Chapel. Following the visitation, the family is honoring Mr. Riley’s request to be cremated. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




Donnie Earl Goodman

August 3, 2021

Donnie Earl Goodman age 73, passed away Monday, August 2, 2021 at NHC of Columbia. He was born July 15, 1948 to his parents, mother, Clara Mae Young Goodman and the late W. R. Goodman. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by a sister, Jean Atnip. Mr. Goodman was a member of Keltonburg United Methodist Church and worked in auto body repair. He is survived by his daughter, Tonjia (Jerry) Potts of Santa Fe, TN; granddaughters, Kara Lane Potts and Molly Ann Potts; mother, Clara Mae Goodman of Smithville; brother, Lloyd (Pat) Goodman of Smithville; brother-in-law, Eugene Atnip of Smithville; several nieces and nephews also survive. In addition to flowers, the family ask that donations be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital in memory of Mr. Goodman. The family has honored Mr. Goodman’s request to be cremated and graveside memorial service will be held 2 PM Sunday, August 8, 2021 at the Keltonburg Cemetery. There will not be any visitation or services at the funeral home, family and friends will meet at the cemetery for the memorial service. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




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