Obituaries

Sara Elizabeth Mingle Haley, 80, passed away Monday, August 23, 2021, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro.  She was born in Cannon Co. to her parents, the late Thomas Carl & Lois Mingle. 

She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Richard Haley of Woodbury; her children, children, Victor (Becky) Haley, Darrell Haley, Roger Haley and Anita (Ray) Patrick all of Woodbury; siblings, Joe (Judy) Mingle and Thomas (Cheryl) Mingle both of Centertown, Sherry Green of LaVergne, Joyce (Bobby) Dutton of Auburntown, Jimmy (Millie) Mingle of Woodbury and Jamie (Bob) Taylor of Murfreesboro.  15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren also survive.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by son, Barry Haley and her brother, Dale Mingle.

A member of Dillon Street Baptist church, Mrs. Sara was a homemaker and enjoyed playing rook and watching basketball.  Her most loved hobby was being “mema” to her precious grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 2 pm Thursday, August 26, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Ray Patrick officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Gardens. Her grandsons, the “Haley Boys”, will serve as pallbearers.

Visitation with his family will be Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 4 pm until 8 pm.  

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dillon St. Baptist Church Building Fund.

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

Mrs. Virginia “Lynn” Baxter, 55, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away suddenly on August 20, 2021. She was born in Murfreesboro, TN on April 17, 1966. Preceding her in death were her father, Otis White Bogle, and husband, Ronnie Lee Baxter, Sr.

She is survived by her mother, Helen Faulkner Bogle of Murfreesboro; son, Ronnie “Bubba” (Katelyn) Baxter, Jr. of Murfreesboro; daughter, Vickie (Brian) Mosley of Hendersonville and Heather Duncan of Woodbury; brother, James (Gale Love) Bogle of Murfreesboro; sister, Pam (Johnnie) Brewster of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Brayden Lee Baxter and Hannah Jo Baxter; and several aunt, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Born and raised in Murfreesboro, Mrs. Lynn Baxter never strayed too far from home. She graduated in the class of ’84 from Riverdale High School, earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from MTSU, and only lacked a few credit hours before earning her Masters in Social Work. Her heart was set on helping others, and she was someone who would give you her last dollar. For 16 years, she worked with Mid-Cumberland Head Start, investing her time and expertise in the future generations.

When she wasn’t working at Head Start, Mrs. Lynn maintained a continuous career with the Daily News Journal, delivering newspapers for about 30 years. A plain ol’ country girl, she kept her hobbies simple and centered around her family. Sharing long drives and Reese’s cups would make it to the highlight reels in her life. She also enjoyed watching Yellowstone and murder mysteries on the ID channel or fussing over the Brave’s games, especially kicked back in the recliner.

After her father passed away, Mrs. Lynn never missed a day with her mom. Mrs. Helen would sit in her recliner, and Mrs. Lynn would take the recliner on the couch. It was cherished quality time where they were able to enjoy one another’s company and time watching TV together. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren, and she and Brayden held a close relationship. The family all shared close bonds and jokingly call their group “The Clan.”

Mrs. Lynn’s favorite role to take on in the family was the “lawyer.” A hobby she held close to her heart was arguing, and she was someone who was never wrong. She would have been the star member of a debate team, and she wasn’t just someone who knew how to dish it out. She also knew how to take it and was born with thick skin. All of her arguments were black and white with no gray in the middle. You always knew where you stood with her because she wasn’t afraid to tell you. However, at the end of an argument, her sense of humor kicked in, and she would leave you laughing and with a big smile on your face.

Visitation will be held at Gentry-Smith Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 4-8 pm. Funeral services will be Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 1 pm in the Gentry-Smith Funeral Home chapel. Bro. Tommy Underwood, Sr. will officiate. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to assist with expenses. Share memories and condolences at www.gentrysmithfuneralhome.com Gentry-Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Shirley Faye Prater Hayes age 70, of Murfreesboro and a long-time resident of Dowelltown, passed away Friday morning August 20, 2021 at her residence.  She was born November 26, 1950 to her parents the late Benjamin and Virginia Lucille Thomas Prater.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby “Blue” Hayes; son, Joel Hayes; sister Janella Prater and brother Greg Prater. Ms. Hayes was a member of Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church and worked as Payroll Administrator at Federal Mogul.

She is survived by daughter, Lora (Tony) Hortert of Murfreesboro; grandchildren, Christian Hortert (Leslie King), Garrett Hortert and Rachel Hortert; sister Marcia (Bobby) Mayo of Woodbury; sister-in-law, Barbara Harris of Macon, GA.

Funeral services will be held 4:PM Sunday August 22, 2021 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Bryan Jones officiating and burial to follow in Prosperity Cemetery.  Visitation will be Saturday 4:PM till 7:PM and Sunday 1:PM until the time of the service at 4:PM

The funeral home lounge is closed at this time and no food or drinks are allowed in the funeral home.

DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Ralph Everett Dunning, 90, of Woodbury, TN. Passed away Monday, August 16, 2021 at Vanderbilt Medical Center.  He was a native of Decker, IN.

He is survived by wife of 48 years, Janet Sue Brown Dunning of Woodbury; daughter, Tamera Simpson of Woodbury; grandchildren, Shay Simpson of Woodbury and Katie (Jake) Weddington of Centertown; great granddaughter, Scarlett Weddington; brother, Ron (Loretta) Dunning of Princeton, IN. and sister, Betty Ayers of Princeton, IN.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Opal Harvey Dunning; siblings, Edgar Dunning, John Dunning and Margaret Mellinger and step grandson, David Simpson.

A member of Hollow Springs Community church, Mr. Dunning was retired from the United States Army after 26 years.  He fought in the Korean War.  After retiring from the military, he worked at Heritage Farms where he also retired after 25 years.  He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge 696, Ft. Branch, IN and a member of the American Legion 288, Smyrna, Tn.  

He loved all animals but especially enjoyed feeding squirrels and rabbits.  

Funeral services will be 2 pm Thursday, August 19, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home.  Interment will follow in the Amity Cemetery with full military honors.

Visitation with his family will be Wednesday, August 18, 2021 from 4 pm until 8 pm.  

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

Jessie Wiley Gilley, 92, passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021 at Centennial Medical Center.  A native of Cannon Co., she resided in Nashville.

She is survived by her nephew, William (Rhonda) Grant, Sr. and their children, Crystye and B.J.; niece, Bobbie Jean Huddleston and her children, Cindy, Junior, Lisa and Diane; nephews, Gene Grant, James (Barbara) Grant and their children, Denise and Jennifer; nieces, Angie Baker, Mischelle Tolson and Norma Jean Heath. Numerous other nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Mayfield and Lona Mae Woods Gilley; her siblings, Hoyt (Zora) Gilley, Thomas (Mildred) Gilley, Bonnie Gilley, Annie Mae (Otis) Bogle, Gladys (James) Grant, JP Gilley and Alberta Young; niece, Ann Baker and nephew, Dale Young. In addition to her family, she was also preceded in death by her beloved dog, Lady Bird who Jessie enjoyed more than anything.  

A member of Radnor Church of Christ, she retired from Horace Small Manufacturing company where she was a seamstress.  Jessie was the type of person who always put other first and people were naturally drawn to her personality and kindness.

Graveside services will be 2 pm Friday, August 20, 2021 at Riverside Gardens cemetery, Woodbury, TN. with Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. officiating.  

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

James Ray Moore, age 83, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital.  He was born on May 10, 1938 to his parents, the late James Harvey Moore & Estelle Winfree Moore in Smith County, Tennessee.

Survivors include his children, Teena Moore (Bing) Fischer of McMinnville, Sherry Moore (Richard) Adcock of McMinnville, & Alan Moore of Woodbury; 13 Grandchildren, Shelly Grizzle, Laura O’Brien, Rusty Grizzle, Karrie Fischer, Daniel (Taylor) Judkins, Brooklyn Adcock, Aidan Moore, Ainsley Moore, Avery Moore, Brandon Adcock, Kala Adcock, Remington Adcock, & Fisher Adcock.  Nine great grandchildren also survive.

Mr. Moore enjoyed all kinds of sports, tending to his garden, and spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a member of the Center Hill Baptist Church and was a butcher at Piggly Wiggly.

Funeral Services will be at 2 PM Sunday, August 15, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.  Interment will follow at the Union Hill Cemetery (Smith Co.) The family will receive friends for the visitation from 4 PM to 9 PM Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the funeral home.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Elizabeth Ann Key Gann, 73, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at the VA hospital in Nashville. A native of Jefferson Co., PA., she was the daughter of the late Richard A. Key and Dora Taylor Key.

She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Roy Gann of Woodbury; children, Don (Susan) Tayes, LaVonda Nickels of Woodbury, Katrina Call and Jeremy (Michelle) Gann; daughter-in-law, Cindy Tayes of Smithville; grandchildren, Sasha Knowles, D.J. Tayes, Danielle Tayes, Holly Tayes, Cody Thomas, Sarah Nickels, Daniel Gann, Byron Parker, Samantha Call, Joey, Matt & Jacob Gann. Numerous great grandchildren also survive

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard A. Key & Dora Taylor Key; children, Shannon Tayes, Paulette Knowles and Corey Gann; grandchildren, Tyler Nickels and Anthony Call and her brothers, Richard and Robert Key.

A member of the Baptist church, she was a veteran of the United States Navy where she was the first woman inducted into the Combat Camera Command.  Elizabeth was retired from Ingram Books, she loved to travel but most of all, she loved her family.

Private memorial services will be held at a later date.

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

Jerry L. Moulder, 83, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Woodbury Health and Rehab.  A native of Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Eugene Moulder and Mary Rains Moulder.

He is survived by his son, son, Jeremy Moulder of Manchester.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Howard Nelson Moulder and Burton Eugene Moulder and sisters, Marie Dickson and Ora Gosset.

He worked for 2 years for AVCO Corporation in Nashville.  He then served 4 year from 1960 – 1964 in the United States Army.  He was honorably discharged at Fort Dix, New Jersey. He then worked for TN Dept. of Revenue for 15 years. He retired from Cannon Co. Hwy. Dept. after 12 years in 1992.

Jerry’s hobbies were fishing, reading and church work.  He was a member of Sunny Slope Church of Christ where he attended regularly.

Funeral Services will be 2 pm Saturday, August 14, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Shane Nichols officiating.  Interment will follow in Cherry cemetery.   Visitation with the family will be Friday, Aug. 13, 2021 from 4 pm until 8 pm.

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

Freeman Andrew Crosslin, age 94, a resident of Woodbury, formerly of Manchester, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021 in Murfreesboro. He was born July 25, 1927 in Coffee County, TN.

Mr. Crosslin was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Franklin and Ola James Crosslin; his wives, Marian Huffmaster Crosslin, Louise Bogle Crosslin, and Mildred Holt Crosslin; three sisters, Pervie Vickers, Bertha Lynn, and Ethel Shores; and six brothers, Benton Crosslin, Raymond Crosslin, Sanford Crosslin, Cleve Crosslin, Austin Crosslin, and Hollis Crosslin. 

Survivors include children, Don (Elaine) Crosslin of Ocala, Florida and Joe (Maureen) Crosslin of Oviedo, Florida; 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Freeman was a deacon at Shiloh Baptist Church and he was a warehouse manager with ARO.

Visitation with the family will be from 11 am until 2 pm Friday, August 13, 2021 with funeral services to follow in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Nichols officiating.  Interment will follow in Reed Cemetery.In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made to the Woodbury Health and Rehabilitation Center.

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

Jacky Ray Muncy, 80, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Skyline Medical Center.  Born in Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Kenneth B. & Susan Evalena Brazwell Muncy.

He is survived by his children, Shelia (Brian) Kelly and Tim Muncy of Woodbury and Angela Wiggins of McMinnville; siblings, Billy O. (Joyce) Muncy, Mary Katherine Prater and Rebecca (Mark) Hayes all of Woodbury; grandchildren, Brian Chase Kelly, Rachel Elizabeth Muncy, Derek Allen Muncy, Tabitha Nicole Muncy and Nancy Ann Wiggins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Betty Sue Muncy.

A member of the Leoni Church of Christ, he was a graduate of Cannon Co. High School.  He was a long-time employee of S & S Industries from which he retired in 2003. He also worked at Green & Sons Implements and John Deere in Warren Co. 

Since his retirement, he has rescued numerous dogs, as he was a lover of all animals, especially dogs and horses.  He loved to ride horses, go camping and fishing.  He also hunted rabbits and squirrels in his younger days.  He was a “Jack of all trades” and could do and fix about anything.  He also liked to work with wood.  

He was a man of very few words but will be greatly missed.

Visitation with the family will be from 10 am until 2 pm, Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Woodbury Funeral Home.  Graveside Services will follow at  2:30 pm at Leoni Cemetery with Bro. Garland Robinson.  

Pallbearers include, David George, Hal Champion, Ronnie Hall, Robert Pitts, Chase Kelly and Derek Muncy.

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