Obituaries

Claudia Hafstad

June 8, 2022

Sister Claudia Hafstad, wife and sweetheart of Brother Tom Hafstad, arrived home right on time at 1:45 PM on Monday, June 6, 2022 surrounded by her husband and daughters and in the arms of her Heavenly Father.

She leaves to cherish innumerable memories, her loving and devoted husband of 44 years, Tom. Together they raised their 3 daughters in a home in which God’s grace was exemplified, teaching them how to be the type of wives and mothers that would be pleasing to the Lord. Stacy Craddock of Leland, NC, Dawn Lawson of Woodbury, TN and Kelly Hunter of Greenbrier, TN. She also leaves 3 sons that she loved deeply as her own that cherish her in return, Chris, Adam and Brian. She undoubtedly placed imprints of her spirit on all of her beloved grandchildren, Ana and Alli Lawson, Noah Craddock, Kaitlyn Johns and Dylan and Chloe Hunter and her faithful companion, Muggs.

She was welcomed into the family of God over 40 years and without that welcoming the dash between 1947 and 2022 would’ve been in vain. She was one of the founding members of the Keltonburg Missionary Baptist Church. For those that knew her, she loved her flowers, loved the mountains, sang like an angel, loved her family, but above all – loved her Jesus. One of her favorite hymns, In The Garden, couldn’t be more true, “He walks with me and He talks with me and He tells me I am His own. And the joy we share as we tarry there none other has ever known.” She is now experiencing that fully. She has run her race with patience and is now home where she belongs. Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints.

A lady of few words – a humble spirit and a beautiful soul – an amazing example of the virtuous woman in the word of God speaks of. There are no goodbyes, only “We will see you in the morning.”

Funeral services celebrating the life of Sister Claudia will be Friday, June 10, 2022 at 1 PM with Bro. David Dodd officiating and burial will follow in the Keltonburg Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday 4 PM until 8 PM and Friday 11:AM until the time of the service at 1 PM. In memory of Claudia, the family asks that you do whatever the Lord lays on your heart, in memory of her.

Psalm 73:26 My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever.

DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




Deana Mai Green

June 7, 2022

Mrs. Deana Mai Green age 67 of Smithville, TN passed away Tuesday morning, June 7, 2022 at her residence.

Mrs. Green was born on February 8, 1955 to her parents, the late Azrie & Ponzell Luna Usrey. She was a Homemaker, an active member of the Democratic Party & was a member of New Union The Baptist Church.

The family has chosen cremation.

Survivors include her husband, Jack Green of Smithville, TN. 3 Daughters, Racquel Zinsky, Tracey (Timothy) Baker, Reda (Michael Morris) Kerwood all of Smithville, TN. Grandchildren, Darrian Ison, Samuel Richmond, Laura Richmond, Kathrine Richmond, Brayde (Alexis) Baker & Trinity (Leanna) Kerwood. Great Grandchild, Grayson Richmond. Brother, Rickey (Daphanee) Usrey of Centertown, TN. Sister, Cindy (Myron) Rhody of Smithville, TN.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations please be made to the funeral home to help with final expenses in memory of Mrs. Green.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements




Holley Wendell Fowler

June 6, 2022

81-year-old Holley Wendell Fowler was born April 4, 1941 in White county and departed this life at his residence in Watertown on Friday June 3, 2022 surrounded by family and friends. He was an aircraft mechanic for Textron and served his country in the Army. Holley was preceded in death by his parents, Milous and Stella Jackson Fowler, his Daughter, Sheena Fowler Insco, Father and Mother-in-laws, Guy and Daisy Denson, Siblings, Hartford, Bob, Tom Fowler,Mildred Spears and Lena Belle Fowler. Holley is survived by his wife of 58 years, Doris Denson Fowler of Watertown, Children, Charlotte (Ross) Porter Baxter and Wendell (Monica) Fowler of Carthage. His Grandchildren, Ross Porter of the U.S. Air Force, Tyler Foutch and Wesley Fowler of Carthage, his Sister, Lillian (Harold) Lefever and Ronnie Fowler of Baxter, his beloved companion, Scotty. Visitation will be Sunday from 10 till service time at 1 pm with Lakeland Barham, Chaplain John Grimm and Rose McKeithen officiating and interment to follow in Elrod Cemetery in Sparta. Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.




Bishop Alvin L. Hitchcock and Dorothy Louise Pugh Hitchcock

June 4, 2022

Bishop Alvin L. Hitchcock, age 87, and Dorothy Louise Pugh Hitchcock, age 85, passed peacefully just hours apart on Easter Sunday.

A memorial service honoring their lives and ministry will be held at 2 PM CST on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the Carthage Church of God, 382 South Main Street, Brush Creek, TN. The family will begin receiving friends at the church at 1:30 PM.

Alvin was born September 30, 1934, in Rock Island, TN to the late Horace Edward and Sophia Electa George Hitchcock. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Olney, Euclid, Carson, Houston, Carl, Randle, Buford, and Kenny Hitchcock; and sisters Winona Sellars and Clarice
Young.

Dottie was born June 1, 1936, in McMinnville, TN to the late Troy Arvil and Virginia Glenn Pugh. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Troy Glenn Pugh.

Survivors include their two sons and one daughter-in-law, Monty Hitchcock of Nashville, TN., and Keith and Paige Hitchcock of Maricopa, Arizona. One granddaughter, Savannah Hitchcock of Colorado. Two grandsons, Max and Sam Hitchcock of Arizona. One sister and brother-in-law, Gail and Don
Turner of Smithville. Sisters-in-law Betty Pugh of Chattanooga, Maudie Hitchcock of Rock Island, and Ruth Hitchcock of Rock Island. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Alvin and Dottie’s lives were that of continued commitment to each other, their family, and their ministry, as well as service to God, their church, and their community. Their love story would span almost 70 years. After their time at Warren County High School, Alvin and Dottie wed in 1953. In the years that followed, they moved from Tennessee to Cleveland, Ohio to Philadelphia, where Alvin joined the US Army and earned the rank of Staff Sergeant during his second tour of duty. After his honorable discharge, their journey then brought them back home where they began their 55-year ministry with pastorates in Gruetli-Laager and 47 years in Carthage. Together, they oversaw congregational growth and facilities expansions at both churches, including the design, development, and construction of a sanctuary with capacity for 500 and spacious fellowship hall in Smith County. Their contributions during this time to various charitable organizations as volunteers and committee members or chairs are vast and too numerous to list.

Many will remember Alvin’s quiet-gentle spirit, his enduring smile, comforting nature and wonderful catfish dinners, carpentry skills, and salads made from his home garden. Dottie will be cherished for welcoming everyone, from strangers to life-long acquaintances, as a friend, making each person feel as though they were the most important person in the room, and for her famous fried chicken and mouth-watering desserts.

Steadfast in their convictions, honest and authentic until the end. There were no bounds to their generosity and compassion; no limits to their love.

Their lives touched many, and their memory and impact will bring joy for years to come to all who knew and loved them.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Alive Hospice at 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203. Please indicate that the donation is in honor of Alvin and Dorothy Hitchcock.




Bula Ethlene Arnold

June 4, 2022

Bula Ethlene Arnold age 91, of Smithville passed away June 2, 2022 at the Webb House in Smithville. She was born December 3, 1930 to her parents, the late Otis and Clara Smithson Braswell. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Arnold; daughter, Brenda Bates; grandson, Brian Clayborn. Ms. Arnold attended the Smithville Church of God and worked at the Shirt Factory and retired from Kingston Timers. She is survived by daughter, Shelia (Kenneth) Clayborn of Alexandria; grandchild, Christie Goodman; great-grandchildren, Claire Waggoner, Shelby Clayborn; nephew, Jason Love. Graveside services and interment will be held 3:00PM Saturday June 4, 2022 at DeKalb Memorial Gardens with Bro, Chris Moore and Bro. Jeff Oliver officiating. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




David Scott Davis, “Big Dave”

June 4, 2022

David Scott Davis, “Big Dave” passed away peacefully at his home at Center Hill Lake on Thursday, June 2nd at the age of 73.

Dave was born in Bridgeport, CT on May 6, 1949. He grew up in Donelson, TN and later moved to Old Hickory, TN on the lake. He retired from Ford Motor Company in 1999. When he wasn’t on the lake, he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson with his many friends. Dave was a kind-hearted and fun-loving man who never met a stranger. He was the life of the party and loved by everyone.

Dave is survived by his loving daughters Cheryl Betty (Eric) of Old Hickory, TN; Melissa Paris (William) of Mt. Juliet, TN; granddaughter, Deana Spruill and great-grandson Maddox; brother Chuck Davis (Jan) of Waverly, TN and sister, Cathy Myers (Jimmy) of Westminster, SC. as well as his companion, Patty Bacon. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson, Kevin Harbin.

The family has honored his request to be cremated and private services will be held later. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




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