Kenneth Douglas Young

April 3, 2023

Mr. Kenneth Douglas Young, age 63, of Smithville passed away Saturday, April 1, 2023, at St. Thomas West in Nashville. He was a farmer and a member of New Home Missionary Baptist Church.

Mr. Young was born on May 15, 1959 to his parents, Johnny and Leathy Lawrence Young, who preceded him in death. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Dennis Young and Alfred Young; sisters, Geraldine Fish, Joyce Johnson, Ollie Frances, and Billie Sturgis; brother-in-law, Johnny Johnson; 3 nephews, Gary, Allen, and Dustin. .

The family has honored Mr. Young’s wishes of cremation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 22 from 1-3pm at New Home Missionary Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife, Lucy Young; daughter, Marcie Alsobrooks; sisters, Faye Atkins, Christeen Arnold, Janie (Doug) Cook, Doranda (Gary) Davis; sister-in-law, Jean Young; special nephews, Nelson Davis and Jason Young; nephew, Derrick Cook; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

April 2, 2023

Kayla Marie Hurst age 41 of Murfreesboro, passed away suddenly Thursday night March 30, 2023, in Murfreesboro. She was born March 30, 1982, in Rogersville, TN. She was preceded in death by great-grandmother, Elsie May Neal. Kayla had worked as a LPN, with T-Mobile and most recent with Healthstream. She was a loving and devoted mother, daughter and sister. Kayla was an avid baker and loved to cook, animal lover, colorful hair and enjoyed life. She leaves to cherish her memory, 1 daughter, Lucinda Hurst of Murfreesboro; mother and step-father, Melissa and Brett Bishop of Murfreesboro; brother, Lonnie Russell McCloud of Murfreesboro; step-brother and step-sister, Brett Michael Bishop and Amber Rose Hamilton of Clarksville; maternal grandparents, Buford and Hazel Mullican of Dowelltown; niece, Nimue’ Grace McCloud; aunts and uncles, Teresa (Don) Bryant of Dowelltown, Tony (Terri) Mullican of Manchester, Christy (Jimmy) Barrett of Dowelltown; cousins, Tara (Matt) Colwell, Chase Bryant and Layla Colwell. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses or to a local animal shelter. Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 4, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Michael Hale officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday April 4, 2023 at 1:00PM until the time of the service at 4:00PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

April 1, 2023

Mr. Jack Burl Phelps, age 81, of Antioch passed away Friday, March 31, 2023, at his residence. He was the owner of Southern Radiator Service for 27 years, co-owner of JBM Sound who provided sound for the Smithville Fiddlers Jamboree for 28 years, and a Baptist.

Mr. Phelps was born on July 5, 1941 to his parents, Oval and Ruth Loyd Phelps, who preceded him in death. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 sister, Katherine Miller.

Visitation with the Phelps family will be on Monday from 1-7pm and on Tuesday from 11- time of service at 1pm at Love-Cantrell Funeral Home chapel and burial will follow in Boiling Springs Cemetery.

Survivors include his wife, Louisa LaFever Phelps of Antioch; son, Bobby and Christie Phelps of Murfreesboro; 2 grandsons, Austin and Alex Phelps of Murfreesboro; and 2 nephews, Phillip Miller of Illinois and Jeffery Miller.

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

April 1, 2023

Jeremy Shane Fitts age 49, of Nashville passed away Wednesday morning March 29, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born April 27, 1973 to his parents the late, Billy Byron and Joan Faye Young Fitts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ricky Byron Fitts. Mr. Fitts worked in Construction in Masonry. He is survived by sister, Cindy Knopp of Smithville; nieces, Carrie (Alan) Ogletree, and Kayla Edwards; nephew, Derrick (Hope) Fitts; great nieces, Iris Allen, and Kennedy Fitts; great nephews, Connor Talley, Paul Ogletree, and Gavin Edwards; former brother-in-law, Doug Knopp; several cousins also survive. Funeral services will be held 4:PM Sunday April 2, 2023, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Michael Hale officiating. Visitation will be Sunday 1:PM until the time of the service at 4:PM. The family ask in lieu of flowers donations be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

April 1, 2023

Linda Gail Burke age 67, of Smithville, passed away Friday morning March 31, 2023, at her sister’s home in Smithville. She was born September 3, 1955, to her parents the late Luther Phillips and Ruby Hamby. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Burke; brothers, David Phillips, L. M. Phillips, and Michael Joe Rayder; sisters, Lola Dean Minton and Nola Jean Farmer; nephew, Shane Usrey. Ms. Burke attended the Smithville Church of The Nazarene and was a Beautician. She is survived by 3 sons, Phillip Geoge, Scott George, and Roger Turner; siblings, Joyce Ann Watson, Debbie George, Wilma Bouldin, Ruby Janice Cripps and Jimmy Rayder; 6 nieces and 9 nephews; dear friend, Joyce Tiger. The family has honored Ms. Burke’s request to be cremated and no services are planned. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

March 30, 2023

Dorothy Ann George age 82 of Alexandria, died Sunday, March 26, 2023 at NHC Healthcare in Smithville. Born July 10, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Hazel Barrett Cook, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Emmett George and Clyde Wooden; sons, Michael, Joey and Jeff (Billie) George; sister, Pam Young and brothers, Carl Thomas and Ronnie Cook. Dorothy is survived by her grandchildren, Brandy Bower, Sheena Roper, Brittany George, Seth George, Amanda Hicks, Jennifer Ferguson and Jessica Claridy; several great grandchildren; sister, Lisa Rhody and brother, Joe (Brenda) Cook, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Hunter Funeral Home. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Friday and prior to services Saturday. Interment at Prosperity Cemetery. HUNTER FUNERAL HOME 615-237-9318.