Nicole Leigh Gilley

October 18, 2023

Nicole Leigh Gilley age 39, passed away at her residence in Smithville, September 23, 2023. She was born December 11, 1983, to her parents the late Bobby and Teresa McCorkel Gilley. Nicole was a Weaver. She is survived by her aunt, Peggy Gilley of Liberty; 2 uncles, Kerry Gilley of Walter Hill and Jimmy Tramel of Brush Creek. The family has honored Nicole’s request to be cremated and no visitation or services are planned at this time. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

October 18, 2023

80 year old Thomas (Tommy) Earl Hayes of Liberty was born to his parents, Earl and Mary Nell Hays Hayes in Lebanon on July 31, 1943 and departed this life on Oct. 16,2023 in NHC Healthcare in Smithville being comforted by his family. Tommy was a member of First Baptist Church in Alexandria and was retired from Textron Aerostructures. He was preceded in death by his parents. Tommy is survived by his wife of 60 Years, Betty Hayes of Liberty, his children, Alan (Lesa) Hayes and Tim (Penny) Hayes all of Liberty. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Nikki Clark of Dickson, John Hayes of Sparta, Bailey (Kenzie) Hayes of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Madison (Shawn) Cline of Murfreesboro, and Garrett Hayes and his fiance Emma Jennings of Liberty. He is survived by 4 Great-Grandchildren. Visitation with the family will be Thursday 1-8 and Friday from 12 noon till the service time at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Alexandria. Bro. Thurman Seber and Bro Dan Coe will officiate with interment to follow at Prosperity cemetery. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

October 16, 2023

Kenneth V. Vincent, JR. of Smithville, age 49, passed away Saturday evening, October 14, 2023, at his residence. He was born June 5, 1974, to his late father, Kenneth Vernon Vincent, SR. and his mother, Vickey White Milligan. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ozie and Earl Vincent, Kenneth White, Earsie Cherry, and Tommy Cherry. Mr. Vincent served in the United States Army, he also worked in Welding and Concrete finishing. He is survived by his wife, Julie Vincent of Smithville; 3 children, Ray (Brittany) Vincent, Amanda (Drake) Clouse, and Seth (Kayla) Vincent all of Smithville; 5 grandchildren, Cayden, Jerrel, Maverick, Rylan, and Kingston; mother, Vickey (Kenny) Milligan of Smithville; brother, Josh (Tracey) Vincent of Smithville; sister, Terika Faux of Smithville; sister-in-law, Amanda Ford of Smithville; nieces and nephews, Karah Jo, Hagen, and Ellie; and several other nieces and nephews also survive. The family has honored Kenneth’s request to be cremated and a Memorial Service with Military Honors will be held, the date and time will be announced later. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

October 16, 2023

Mildred Lee Murphy of Smithville, age 86 passed away Monday morning October 16, 2023, at NHC of Smithville. She was born May 22, 1937, to her parents, the late John and Maggie Johnson Ashford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, L.C. Murphy; daughter, Linda Self; sister, Freda Maxwell; brothers, Jerry, Owen, Wayne and James (Edna) Ashford; son-in-law, Tony DeVault. Ms. Murphy was a member of Faith Congregational Methodist Church and a retired garment factory worker. She is survived by 2 daughters, Vicky (Jay) Ramsey of Smithville and Teesha (Keith) Reynolds of Smithville; son, Sherman (Selby) Murphy of Florida; grandchildren, Joey (Brittany) Murphy of Fairview, Sheri Murphy of Smithville, Taylor Gibbs, Alexis Reynolds, Jada Murphy, Arian Murphy, Nyla Murphy, Azlan Murphy, Jack Mullican and Jay Lee Mullican; great-grandchildren, Kelsey, Kaden, Jacob, Ella, Bailey, Kaylee, Khloe, Hunter, Haylee; 3 great-great-grandchildren, Isaac, Everleigh, and Amelia; sisters-in-law, Diane Ashford of Smithville, Annie Ashford of Watertown. Funeral services will be held 1 PM Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Michael Hale officiating and burial to follow in Hale Cemetery at Pea Ridge. Visitation will be Tuesday 3 PM till 7 PM and Wednesday 10:AM until the time of the service at 1 PM. The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to the staff of NHC for the love and care shown to Mrs. Mildred. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

October 12, 2023

Lawrence “Larry” Cantrell age 67 of Smithville passed away Thursday October 12, 2023, at his residence from an extensive battle with cancer. He was a life-long resident of the Blue Springs Community. He was born January 10, 1956, to his late father, Lawrence Parker Cantrell and his mother, Mary Lou Phillips Cantrell. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his step-father, James Cordell Lawson. Mr. Cantrell gave his life to Jesus at Bethel Methodist Church where he is a member and was baptized in the Lassiter swimming hole. Mr. Larry loved gardening and caring for plants. He worked in nursery and was a maintenance worker. He will be sadly missed by his family that survives including his mother, Mary Lou Cantrell Lawson of Smithville; sisters, Deborah (Lee) Smith of Cookeville, Vicky (Donald) Langston of FL., and Catherine McKeown of Smithville; brother, Edward (Roberta) Cantrell of Harriman; step-brother, Bill (Sharon) Lawson of Texas; step-sister, Teresa (Paul) Jones of Texas; nieces and nephews, Daniel (Lydia) Langston, Stephen (Anna) Cantrell, Jessica (Elliott) Thompson, Stephanie (Dree) Simmons, and Elijah (Nastasia) Cantrell. Funeral services will be held 10:AM Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Bethel Methodist Church with Bro. Gerald Taylor officiating and burial to follow in Bethel Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday 3 PM till 7 PM and Saturday 9:AM until the time of the service at 10:AM all at Bethel Methodist Church. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

October 11, 2023

92-year-old Lucy N. Snyder of Alexandria died Wednesday at NHC Healthcare Center of Smithville. She was a member and church secretary at the First Baptist Church of Alexandria. She was also a member of the Eastern Star. The funeral will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Alexandria. Michael E. Cantrell will officiate and burial will be in Hillview Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria and Saturday from 12 noon until the service time at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Alexandria. She was born on Feb. 12,1931 in Warren County to her Parents, Robert H and Flara Kelly Hale. She was also preceded in death by her Husband, Amon, Sister, Beatrice Davenport and her Brother, Grady Hale. She is survived by her children, Jeffrey Snyder of Lebanon, Penny (David) Thompson of Alexandria, and Jamie (Twyla) Snyder. Her Grandchildren, Megan (Daniel) Easterly of Alexandria, Shelley (Joe) Eberle of Nashville, Drew Thompson of Chattanooga, Levi (Kelsea) Snyder of Idaho, Winston (Molly) Snyder of Virginia, Colten (Kate) Snyder of Memphis, and Holden (Vivian) Snyder of Dickson. She is also survived by her Great-grandchildren, Ezra Easterly, Judah Easterly, Rachel Eberle, Amon Snyder, Riley Snyder, Shepherd Snyder and Boone Snyder. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.