Obituaries

Mrs. Paulette Potter, 76, of Woodbury, Tennessee passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025. She was born at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Woodbury, Tennessee on Wednesday, October 13, 1948. Preceding her in death were her parents, Thomas E. “Rick” Merritt and Magalene Bly Merritt; husband, Harold Potter; daughter, Darla Potter; sister, Debra Taylor; daughter-in-law, Diane Potter; and grandson, Michael Lynn Stone.

She is survived by her son, Junior Potter of Georgia; sister, Janice Graham of Woodbury; grandsons; Dewayne Stone, Allen Stone, and Dustin Mooneyham; special sister-in-law; Evelyn (Slim) Phillips of Crossville; brother-in-law, Fred Taylor of Missouri; great grandchildren, Damian Stone, Kaden Stone, Corbin Stone, and Adaline Stone; close friends, Sharon Simmons, Joan Jordan, and Betty Rogers; nephews, Josh Taylor, Jonathan Taylor, and Damian Graham; and nieces; Dana Graham and Devona Graham.

Born into a time of economic prosperity but also civil unrest, Paulette quickly grew into her shoes and her heart. She was not one to stand by idly and watch the world go by, so she grabbed the bull by the horns and took control of her future while being sure to consult with God along the way.

Being a teenager in the 60’s worked out well for Paulette. She found the culture and entertainment to her taste, especially the music. When she had some free time after school, she enjoyed watching Dick Clark’s American Bandstand. Some of her favorite singers were Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, The Beatles, and all things Motown. Those became the anthems of her childhood and kept her grooving along her path.

While still in high school, she met her future husband, Harold Potter. At that time, he worked at Colonial Shirt Factory, so the two began their courtship, seeing one another on their lunch breaks. It didn’t take long for them to realize they had found the one whom their souls loved. Paulette graduated with the Class of 1966 from Woodbury Central High School, and she and Harold tied the knot about a month after on June 12th.

Having a heart for healthcare, Paulette decided to take a CNA class in McMinnville. She began working at the Woodbury Nursing Center and became a familiar face and friendly smile to many of the residents. During her time there, she and Harold came across and bought their home on Lehman Street in 1972, and that would be their forever home.

When Junior and Darla came into their lives, everything changed for Harold and Paulette. They were smitten with their bundles of joy, and Paulette decided to change her employment to Stones River Hospital, working in the Physical Therapy Department. As the kids grew older, she swapped again going to work for Superior Home Health, and finally, the retired from the Nursing Department at Stones River Manor after 15 years.

Through all of the work, Harold and Paulette made sure to make time for each other and their kids. During their 51 years of marriage, they didn’t stop dating one another. They didn’t forget their roots in the 60s and enjoyed listening to the music. Both Elvis fans, they made the trek to Graceland twice together. They enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, like taking the kids fishing when they were young. Paulette was also fond of reading biographies and true crime novels, cooking, and flower gardening. She had tried her hand at vegetable gardening but never could get the varmints to stay out.

Outside of her family and hobbies, Paulette had a close-knit group of friends through the Cannon County Senior Center. She along with Sharon Simmons, Joan Jordan, and Betty Rogers enjoyed many laughs and good times together. They were constant companions and by her side through the good times and the bad. From losing Darla and then Harold to getting a cancer diagnosis, her friends were just as true to her as her family.

There was a lot of living done over her 76 years and also a lot of praying. Harold and Paulette were faithful members of the Dillon Street Baptist Church for over 25 years. There, Paulette sung in the choir until she received her cancer diagnosis and had to begin chemo treatments. While Dillon Street was under construction, Paulette attended at Sunny Slope Baptist Church, but only had the opportunity to attend a few times before her health declined.

If her house could speak, it would tell you of the love shared, the memories made, and the faith grown. Though just a building, it was the house where Harold and Paulette went through all of their major and minor life changes. It was the house where they raised their children. It was the house where they welcomed their grandchildren and great grandchildren. It was the house where they grieved the loss of their daughter. It was the house Paulette grieved the loss of her husband. It was the house where she dealt with her greatest joys and hardest defeats. It was home.

Though Paulette is now absent from this life, she knew her Savior and that her absence would mean presence with the Lord. The pot was made all the sweeter knowing she would also be reunited with her parents, her husband, her daughter, her grandson, and all the others who had gone on before her. She finally left her house on Lehman Street, but the eternal home she has inherited only has joys in store.

At Mrs. Paulette’s request, there will be no service. Her wishes were to be remembered as among the living. To all of her friends and family who were so willing to help her when she needed a ride to get chemo or just to drop by for a visit and ask if she needed anything, she wanted to express her sincere thanks. God Bless You All.

In lieu of flowers, Paulette would want people to consider being an organ donor, if able. Her husband, Harold, donated a kidney to his brother in 1985, and her daughter, Darla, was also an organ donor. Paulette deeply wished to be an organ donor and did have the opportunity on September 1, 1998 to donate a kidney to Darla, which added years to her life. She saw the impact and value within her own family and hoped for others to have similar success stories for added time together.

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Courtney Renee Dixon, born on March 23, 1989, in McMinnville, Tennessee, passed away on April 20, 2025, in Woodbury, Tennessee. She left her family and friends much too soon.

She is survived by her loving husband, Zack Dixon; son, Blain Dixon; father, Larry (Tammy Skeen) Lowe; brother, Curtis Paull; sister, Faith Lowe; step-father, Allen Johnston; aunt, Valeria Brewer; mother-in-law, Susan Howse; father-in-law, Jimmy Dixon; and her sister-in-law, Michelle (Matthew) Stephens and their children, Blake and Brayden Stephens. She also leaves behind sister-in-law, Ashley Howse and her children, Laura Sanders, Gatlin Smithson, and Layla Howse; cousins, Samantha (Brian) Smith and their children, Melanie McKenzie Neufell and Kyleigh Megan Clanton; Christina (Randy) Hampton and their children, Scarlett Neufell-Rogers, Waytt Neufell-Jones, Astrid Jones, Freya Hampton, and Caysea Hampton. Additionally, she will be remembered fondly by her close friend, Shelbi Richards, and Blain’s dear friend, Evan Ferrell.

Courtney was preceded in death by her mother, Tina Pennington Johnston; her beloved Granny, Judy Neufell; Padaddy, Paul Neufell, Sr.; and cousin, Megan Neufell.

A graduate of Cannon County High School with the class of 2006, Courtney was proud of her achievements, especially earning her pharmacy tech certification. Following high school, she began her journey in working in a pharmacy. She later transitioned her love of people into providing in-home elder care, a role that suited her naturally caring disposition and strong dedication to helping others. Courtney’s intelligence and compassionate nature allowed her to connect with those she cared for, leaving a lasting impact in their lives.

Courtney was an excellent cook, whose culinary skills put a smile on the faces of those who ate her meals. She enjoyed family recipes taught by her beloved Granny Judy. Her special dishes, including cooked cabbage, spaghetti, and steaks, became favorites among family and friends. She had a love for music that filled her life with joy; her favorite genre was country, and she adored artists like Luke Bryan, Sugarland, and Carrie Underwood. Her friends often encouraged her to pursue her singing talents competitively, joking that she could make it on American Idol. She and Zack would often daydream of her winning the competition and becoming millionaires. She would be the famous singer and Zack would handle the business and finances as they traveled with Blain.

Her heart belonged to her husband, Zack, and their son, Blain, who was her world. She and Zack shared countless memories riding the back roads of Cannon County, often humorously speculating on the fortune they would have if they hadn’t spent so much money on gas during their adventures. Courtney was not just a mother but a true partner in fun and laughter, always fashionably late but eager to create cherished moments at the lake, fishing, swimming, and enjoying life with her loved ones.

Social media opened another avenue for her to reach out to family and friends. Keeping up with their lives and sharing snippets of her two biggest loves Blain and Zack. She kept the keyboard hot and was constantly posting photos and quips about things she thought and felt. While getting some screen time her dreamer side continued to grow. She found stock trading and began an account to trade penny stocks for fun and hopefully hit the jackpot.

Courtney’s nurturing spirit extended beyond her family; she possessed a big heart and a giving nature that led her to babysit for her friends and family. Her close-knit group of friends, along with her cousins, shared bonds that felt like sisterhood, highlighting the importance of relationships in her life. She had a deep love for children and was thrilled to learn she and Zack were expecting. During her pregnancy Zack and Samantha jokingly had a competition to see whose birthday Blain would arrive on. Her doctor felt it was safer for her to be confined to bed in the later days. Even bed fast she secretly planned a way to get Zack’s favorite cheesecake for his 21st birthday. Little did he know it would also serve as a consolation prize for the competition to guess Blain’s arrival date. Samantha won that prize and bragging rights. When he arrived on her birthday.

Through all of the ups and downs, Zack and Courtney stuck it out through thick and thin. Proving they were more than just a flash in the pan. Whatever life held for them she knew God was with her. Her church family at Pleasant View Baptist Church were always there to encourage and celebrate with her. Courtney’s vibrant free spirit and profound love for her family and friends will continue to resonate in the hearts of those who knew her best. She brought joy, laughter, and compassion to the world, leaving behind countless joyful memories that will forever be cherished.

Visitation will be held at Gentry-Smith Funeral Home on Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 10 am – 2 pm. Funeral services will follow on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2 pm in the chapel of Gentry-Smith Funeral Home. Interment will be in Gilley Hill Cemetery. Greg Mitchell will officiate.

Due to her unexpected passing the family requests memorial donations to assist with expenses in lieu of flowers.

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Lorraine Lucken, 81, of Murfreesboro passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Born in Fort Bragg, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Frank Hudik and Lorraine Featherstone Hudik. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her longtime companion, Phil Davis.

She is survived by her children, Richard (Julia) Moseley of Greensboro, N.C. and Donna Sprouse (Jason Patterson) of Watertown; grandchildren, Karl Moseley, Mary Moseley, Mackensie Moseley, Macy (Jasper) Pumphrey, Morgan Oaks, Wesley (Rachel) Sprouse and Cooper (Sierra) Sprouse; great grandchildren, Alice and Nathan Sprouse. Also surviving is her brother, Ronald (Janet) Hudik of Willamsburg, VA.;

Ms. Lorraine was a member of the Catholic church and was retired from MTSU where she worked in Administration. Following her retirement, she worked in the gift department at Cracker Barrel, where she achieved a 5-star rating. She was an animal lover and enjoyed shopping. She gave unconditional love, was supportive and encouraging. She treated everyone with dignity and kindness.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Prosperity cemetery. Bro. David Moody will officiate.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Ophelia Diane Tucker (Mickie), age 76, of Woodbury, TN, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 19, 2025.  A native of Cannon County, TN, she was the daughter of the late Wilma Hicks. She was also preceded in death by Kenneth Tucker, James St. John, and Ava St. John. 

She is survived by her son, Ken Tucker and his wife, Brittany Tucker of Murfreesboro and their two sons, Sawyer and Grayson; daughter, Kellie Walia and her husband, Henry Walia of Elk Grove, CA and their children Ashlyn Cheung husband Jaie, Autumn Todd husband Chris and two children River and Arrow, Aasha Walia, Shyla Walia, and Saylor Walia; brother, Oran Hicks and his wife Betty of Woodbury and their children Lee Hicks wife Kelly, their children Ava and Davy, Amy Dement husband Bryan; sisters-in-law, Pat Fann and Darlene Tucker of Woodbury and Faye Elam of Murfreesboro; and other numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins, close friends; and her Iconium Church of Christ family where she was a member.

Ms. Tucker attended Cannon County High School. She loved to eat out, laugh and socialize as much as possible and was known as a compassionate caregiver at her time in home healthcare and with the Cannon County Health Department.  She genuinely cared for everyone around her and always did so with a smile on her face.

Ms. Tucker requested a special mention of her heartfelt thankfulness to her many caregivers, including Faye Elam, Joyce Mason, Sara Fox, Louise Mayo, Paul and Donna Alexander and all the others who helped her navigate her final year on this planet.  She had several favorite healthcare workers whom she loved, and they loved her, including Nurse Megan Summers, Jackie Patel, plus many others from the NHC staff as well as Alive Hospice staff Kayla Clay and Camy Byrn.

McAllen Finley, Greg Grisson, Glenn Fann, Fred Fann Jr, Bryan Dement, Adam Fann, Lee Hicks, Ryan Powell will serve as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Ms. Tucker can be made to Iconium Cemetery Fund

Visitation will be Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home.  Officiant will be Norman Pelham.   Burial will follow at Iconium Cemetery. 

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Ovie Mae Rogers Hollis, age 95, of Woodbury passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 at St. Thomas Stones River Hospital.  She was born to her parents, Doyle & Lois Knox Rogers on April 27, 1929 in Cannon County.  

She is survived by her children, Debbie (Ronnie) Mahaffey of Woodbury & Shane (Joyce) Hollis of McMinnville; Grandchildren, Wendy (Scott) Stacy, Amy Mahaffey, Jill (Doug) Halfacre, Nicole (Dustin) Cope, Candace (Jason) Jones, Emily Hollis, Ricky Hollis, & Amanda Hollis; Siblings, Joyce (Tommy) Harris of Florida, Joan (Bill) Bryson of Lebanon, Linda Strickland of Lebanon, Cathy (Alvin) Brandon of Kittrell, & J. Mark (Jean Anne) Rogers of Murfreesboro; and Special Friend, Peggy Sartin of Woodbury.

Also surviving are 15 Great Grandchildren & 16 Great Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nile Hollis; her parents, Doyle & Lois Knox Rogers; her son, Larry Hollis and her siblings, Hazel Beck, Martha Knox Rogers, Jean Mathews, Joe Rogers, Ray Rogers, Gayle Rogers, & Jackie Rogers.

Ms. Ovie was a member of the New Hope Church of Christ and was retired from General Electric.  She was a cook at Joe’s Place and was known far and wide for her home cooking.  She really enjoyed cooking for her family and friends.  Ms. Ovie loved to travel and loved to stay busy, travel, crochet, needlework, and cross-stitch, where she made lots of holiday decorations for her family.  She was the matriarch of her family where she helped raise her siblings, children, and grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be at 2 pm Wednesday, April 23, 2025 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Herb Alsup officiating.  Interment will follow at Thyatira Cemetery.  Her family will receive friends for the visitation from 3 to 8 pm Tuesday, April 22 & from 10 am to 2 pm Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Cody Simpson, Gage Simpson, Brady Hollis, Ricky Hollis, Scott Stacy, & Doug Halfacre.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Asa Jones & Asher Jones.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net.

Jackie Davis Francis, age 89, of Woodbury passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025 at his home.  He was born in Cannon County on July 25, 1935 to his parents, the late Tolbert Filmore & Vida Lillian Davis Francis Paschal. 

He is survived by his children, Cheryl (Mike) Richardson of Kittrell, Pam (Randy) Todd of Lascassas, Sandy (Pat) Gibson of Murfreesboro, Jackie (Sharon) Francis II of McMinnville and Holly (Eric) Swaim of Murfreesboro; and his grandchildren, Brandie (Robert) Hobbs, Misty (Charlie) Williams, Blake (Rachel) Richardson, Kylie (Dustin) Brannon, Kenna (Jeffrey) Leonard, McKenzie Gibson, Keaton (Autumn) Gibson, Kayla Robertson, Conner Francis, Noah Francis, Jay Swaim, Jordyn (Mac) Granholm, & Seth Swaim.

Also surviving are 14 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Francis; and his parents, Tolbert Filmore & Vida Lillian Davis Francis Paschal.

Jackie was a mechanical engineer at AERO where he helped design the feet on the Apollo lunar module, was a commissioner on the Cannon County Planning Commission, and was a member of the Adams Memorial Library Board.  He truly loved woodworking and was an amazing carpenter.  He was a member of the Woodbury church of Christ where he attended faithfully.

Funeral Services will be at 4 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Herb Alsup & Bro. Eddie Boggess officiating.  Interment will follow at Riverside Gardens Cemetery.  The family will receive friends for the visitation from 2 pm to 4 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

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Wiley Ray Adamson, 71, passed away suddenly at his home in Woodbury, Thursday, April 17, 2025. Born in Kittrell, TN., he was the son of the late Thurman and Christine Hollis Adamson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Angela “Angie” Adamson.

He is survived by his children, Anthony Adamson, Christopher (Brittain) Adamson, Amanda (Zach) Davis and Brooke Adamson all of Woodbury; grandchildren, Austin, Ava, Kamden, Waylon, Dani Mae, Liliana and Melody Adamson, and Zayden Davis; brother, Wayne Adamson of Woodbury; niece, Christy Adamson of Woodbury; and best friends, Bobby Bailey and Tony Allison.

Raised in Cannon Co., Wiley began his love of horses at a very early age. Almost every weekend Wiley could be found in the woods on a horse. He passed the love of trail riding on to his children. A lifelong supporter of the trail horse, Wiley was a member of the Cannon County Walking Horse Association and was deeply honored when he was chosen as the 2024 Grand Marshall. He was a Christian, a lifelong farmer and a Heavy Equipment operator. Wiley had such love for his children but especially his grandchildren and gave them all a unique nickname.

His family will receive friends from 11:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Monday, April 21, 2025 at Woodbury Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at 4:30 P.M. at Riverside Gardens cemetery with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Woodbury Funeral Home to help his family with funeral expenses.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences and memories for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Mr. Fred “Freddy” Scott, 59, of Woodbury, Tennessee passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He was born in Woodbury, Tennessee at the Good Samaritan Hospital on Wednesday, January 5, 1966. He was preceded in death by his father, Sewell Scott.

He is survived by his mother, Sue Redmon of Woodbury; daughter, Macy Scott of Woodbury; sister, Pam (James) Patrick of Westmoreland; niece, Samantha (Joshua) Moore; nephew, Scott (Taylor) Southard; aunts, Joe Helen Simpson, Wilma Jean Prater, Louise Lovvorn, and Mary Jean Cook; 3 great nieces; 1 great nephew; and numerous friends.

Freddy showed lots of potential as a child through his many interests and budding talents, but conventional schooling just wasn’t for him. Being more of an old-school individual, he placed a higher value on practical knowledge rather than reading textbooks, so he left high school before graduating.

With his hands, his mind, and his work ethic, Freddy had what he needed to be industrious. He found kindred thinkers when he decided to attend the trade school in McMinnville for Tool and Die, but starting off in the workforce, Freddy took whatever job was available to him.

For a period of time, he worked at the airport in Smyrna running a bushhog before moving on to work at Bridgestone. He remained there for a few years and then had the opportunity to go work for AVCO. Being a man of many talents, Freddy wasn’t limited to just his trade and eventually he found his career home working for Bush Meter Readings, working as a subcontractor for MTEMC.

Though work was a big part of Freddy’s life, it probably wasn’t how you would remember him. His boisterous voice, unique laugh, and ability to cut up and have fun made him the life of the party just about anywhere he went. Charles Alexander, one of Freddy’s best friends, was a beneficiary of his fun-loving and free personality, and it took them on many adventures together.

Freddy also had a love for animals, which led him to have a dog most of the time. Instead of what you might think of as a good truck dog, it seemed that Freddy usually either had a little, frilly dog or a monster-size dog. There was no in between for him, and his last dog, Homer, stayed true to his type being a Yorkie and Poodle mix. Aside from dogs, Freddy enjoyed horses. Going out on rides with Spotted Saddle horses contained fond memories and plenty of stories for him. His favorite horses over the years were “Kirby” and “Juicy.”

Just like any country boy, Freddy also grew into the staple hobbies for his day. Riding four-wheelers, fishing, camping, and deer hunting topped his list for free-time activities, but he also couldn’t help but get a little more work in on the side. Wood working became a hobby and talent that he enjoyed sharing with those he loved. Macy was his primary pupil, and he taught her how to do pyrography and run a router. Freddy could do anything from design and construction to the fine details burned into the wood. His creations ranged from small trinkets to a casket just to keep everyone on their toes.

That country boy can survive mentality came naturally to Freddy, but it might have been bolstered by his music selections. He was an 80s country and classic rock fan and would have them blasting on the radio as he sang along. Those songs were anthems to his love for fun and family, stubborn will and grit, and simpler living. Even in the face of illness, Freddy stayed true to who he was, and that’s just the way he would have had it.

Visitation will be held at Gentry-Smith Funeral Home on Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 10 am-1:30 pm. Graveside services will follow on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 2 pm in Riverside Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riverside Cemetery or the Cannon County Walking Horse Association.

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David Edward Smith, 68, passed away at his home in Woodbury Sunday, April 6, 2025 following a short illness. Born in Rutherford Co., he grew up in Woodbury. He was the son of the late Alvin Mark Smith and Vern Vina Walker Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Jordan Thomas Smith and his siblings, Vera Patterson and Gary Smith.

David is survived by his wife, Velma Grace Hicks Smith “Vicki” of Woodbury; 2 sons, David Mark (Por) Smith and Joel Edward (Jennifer) Smith both of Woodbury; 1 daughter, Susan Victoria Smith of Dickson; grandchildren, Joel (Alyssa), Jacob, Justin, Gracie & Alvin Smith; siblings, Joyce Taylor, Eileen Smith and Joella King all of Woodbury, Karen (Billy) Bass of Bartlett, TN. Several nieces & nephews also survive.

David loved his family like no other and let everyone know it. He was an avid sportsman and was especially passionate about hunting & fishing with his children & grandchildren. He enjoyed grilling out with family & watching the grandchildren adventuring outdoors.

David felt closest to God in nature. He was the owner of Spring Hill Custom Fiberglass & Vacuum Molded Plastic Products.

David’s greatest passion was his family. He was very much loved, and he will be greatly missed.

Private family services for David will be held.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

McMinnville, TN resident and Warren County native Ronald Edwin “Ron” Williamson, age 69, was born December 11, 1955 and died April 8, 2025 at his residence following an extended illness.

A retired truck driver and member of The Pentecostals of McMinnville, he was the son of the late Ralph and Emma Roberts Williamson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Freddie Lance and Sherman Williamson.

Mr. Williamson was married May 24, 2013 to Deb Melton Williamson of McMinnville who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by children, Brandy (Doug) Herrin of Morrison, TN, Melissa (Reed) Bryson and Stephanie (Nick) Lovvorn both of Woodbury, TN and Emmy Williamson of McMinnville; bonus kids, Tina (Herbert) Conley, John (Crystal) Adams, Joshua (Tracy) Adams and Paula (Randall) Harris all of McMinnville; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Sue (David) Reed of McMinnville; special nephew, Jason Reed and many other nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 12, 2025 in High’s Chapel with Robert Burns and Tim Houk to officiate. Interment will follow at Bethany Cemetery in Warren County. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at High’s.

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

The family requests motorcycle or muscle car riders to participate in procession from Highs Funeral Home to Bethany Cemetery.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.