Obituaries

Anthony “Tony” Charley

August 3, 2023

Anthony “Tony” Charley age 59, of Smithville, passed away Sunday July 30, 2023 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro. He was born August 30, 1963 to his parents the late, John Henry and Nadine Williams Charley. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Juanita Williams. Mr. Charley was a member of Northside Church of Christ and worked in Administration at Amazon in the Audio/ Sound Department. He is survived by sister, Katherine Charley (Anderson) Hall of Chicago; brother, Timothy Williams of Chicago; special neighbor, Melba and Family. Funeral services will be 3:PM Friday August 4, 2023 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Eddie Sanders officiating and burial to follow in DeKalb Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, August 4, 2023 at 1:PM until the time of the service at 3:PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




Judith Curtis Mabb

August 3, 2023

Mabb, Judith Curtis , Our beloved Judith Curtis Mabb Joined her heavenly father on July 26, 2023 while surrounded by family and friends. Judith was born to Will Roy and Mary Lee Curtis of Alexandria TN., on September 19, 1939. She was raised to love Christ and others which she did with great Joy!

Judith was survived by her loving husband Harold “Boots” Mabb, and her daughters Missy (Dewane) Lewis of Lebanon, TN., Lydia (David) Ford of Johnson City, TN., and stepdaughter Lisa (Carl) Rodburg of New Jersey. Judith was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She treasured her family. She especially loved her role as “Nanny”, “Gran” and “Granny Grunt”. She will forever be remembered and loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren Hannah Harts, Maci Ferguson, Emma Irwin, Joseph Perricone, Seth Sonneberger, Luke Perricone, Emily Lewis, Amber Lewis, Ellen Rodburg, Melanie Rodburg, Kyle Rodburg, Eli Ferguson, Nora Ferguson, and Oliver Dryeck. Judith’s life and work was a living example of her total devotion to God. She believed that all things could be done by faith. Her strength rested in the love of the Lord and that’s why her favorite bible verse was Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Judith will be greatly missed by everyone she touched, but the wonderful memories she created will live in our hearts until we meet again in Heaven.

The family would like to thank Harmony Memory Care for the love and devotion provided during the last year of her life.

A Celebration of Life and memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Receiving of friends will be from 12:45pm -1:30pm followed by a memorial service from 1:30pm -2:00pm at Cook’s United Methodist Church at 7919 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122. Family and friends are invited to come and share in fond memories and stories of our sweet Judith.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to the Tennessee Alzheimer’s Association at: alztennessee.org

Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com.




Rebecca Ann Lincoln Jackson

August 1, 2023

Rebecca Ann Lincoln Jackson, passed away unexpectedly on July 24, 2023 at the age of 66.

Rebecca was born in Nashville, TN, on July 10, 1957 to Barbara and Hillie “Junior” Lincoln.

Becky’s caring spirit and generous heart could be felt by anyone she came into contact with. She had a special gift of not only seeing the good in people but bringing out the best in them as well. Becky was an avid lover of the Great Smoky Mountains and the beach, any beach, and she spent much of her time enjoying the serene beauty of both. Her love for the outdoors and all the beautiful animals (butterflies, turtles, dogs, and deer being a few of her favorites) brought out the happy free spirit that defined her. She also loved music and usually had 80’s country or gospel playing. The love she had for the outdoors and music was only surpassed by the love she had for her family and friends. She loved nothing more than spending time with her sons and grandchildren.

When you think of Becky, celebrate the good memories you have of her and remember that she always believed life should be lived to the fullest. She will be missed more than any words could express but she will be forever in our hearts until we meet again.

Becky was preceded in death by her mother; Barbara, her father; Hillie “Junior”, and her sister; Lee.

She is survived by her Brother; Bo Bradford of Colorado. Aunt; Faye Doudna of Kentucky. Sons; Chris (Leslie) Roberts of Primm Springs, TN, Mickey (Jeannie) Fender of Alexandria, TN, Jon (Mary) Fender of Alexandria, TN. Grandchildren; Michael and Makayla Fender of Alexandria, TN, Bailey Edgin of Primm Springs, TN, Kat (Lee) Cantrell of McMinnville, TN, and Kris (Nickyah) McCormick of McMinnville, TN. Best Friends; Shelita Stuart of Florida and Debbie Wright of Tennessee. Many other friends, cousins, nieces, and nephews and several great grandchildren. Favorite companion and beloved dog; Xena.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Dekalb Animal Shelter – dekalbanimalsheltertn.com (http://dekalbanimalsheltertn.com/) or the American Cancer Society – donate.cancer.org (http://donate.cancer.org/).

Celebration of Life Services for Mrs. Jackson are scheduled to be conducted from Avant Funeral Home on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 4PM with Bro. Boyd Metcalf officiating.

Visitation with the family will be at Avant Funeral Home on Sunday from 2PM until service time at 4PM.




Brenda Sue Petty

July 31, 2023

Ms. Brenda Sue Petty, age 72, of Smithville passed away at her residence on Sunday, July, 30, 2023. She was a homemaker and a member of Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witness.

Ms. Petty was born on March 27, 1951 to her parents James and Annie Pedigo Summers, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Wayne Petty, and brother, David Summers.

The family has chosen cremation, and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Survivors include 1 son, Barry Martin (Sheri White) of Smithville; 1 granddaughter, Tayler Martin (Axl Arroyo) of Crossville; 1 sister, Barbara Summers of Brush Creek; 1 brother Eddie (Jean) Summers of Smithville; several nieces and nephews also survive.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.




Kimberly Carol Thompson

July 31, 2023

Kimberly Carol Thompson, age 59, of Rickman passed away at St. Thomas on Friday, July 28, 2023. Ms. Thompson was a faithful member of Cookeville First Baptist Church and a previous server at Shoney’s in Cookeville.

She was born on September 7, 1963 to her parents, Herman Leslie and Judy Carol Webb, who preceded her in death.

Visitation with the Thompson family will be on Tuesday from 4-8pm and on Wednesday from 10am until the time of the funeral service at 3pm. All visitation and the funeral will be held at Rickman First Baptist Church. Bro. Jeff Monday will officiate and burial will follow in Rickman Memorial Gardens.

She is survived by 3 children, Amber Webb of Nashville, Allyssa (David) Bain of Dowelltown, and Joseph Addisson Webb of Murfreesboro; 11 grandchildren, Bryson Webb, Braylon Webb, Hayley Webb, Christian Webb, Jairon Webb, Anabell Webb, Xander Webb, Leilani Webb, Myla Webb, Meleya Webb, and Kasyn Bain; 2 sisters, Jennifer Webb of Algood and Lori (Reagan) English of Franklin; 3 aunts, June (Maurice) Copeland of Rickman, Jennette Ray of Rickman, and Pat Webb of Indiana.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to Love-Cantrell Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.




Nelda Sue Burklow

July 29, 2023

Nelda Sue Burklow age 82 of Dowelltown passed away Friday afternoon, July 28, 2023 at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. She was born August 30, 1940 to her parents, the late Walter and Pauline Yates Vandergriff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Earl Burklow, Sr. She was a member of the Dowelltown Baptist Church and worked in retail sales for many years, lastly at Fluty’s Clothing. Ms. Nelda was also a member of the Eastern Star. She is survived by 3 sons, Louis Burklow, Jr. of Dowelltown, David (Michelle) Burklow of Smithville and Andrew (Jessi) Burklow of Newton, Iowa; 3 grandchildren, Emily, Drew and Charlie; 2 sisters, Carolyn (Kenneth Ray) Mullinax and Debra Rowland both of Liberty; 2 brothers, Wayne (Becky) Vandergriff of LaGrange, KY and Douglas Vandergriff of Smithville and several nieces and nephews also survive. The family has honored Ms. Nelda’s request to be cremated and Private services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or the charity of your choice, in memory of Ms. Nelda. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




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