Obituaries

Stephanie Martha Lynn Pohl, 47, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 at her home in Bradyville after battling leukemia. She was a native of Davidson Co., Tn. 

She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Jimbo Warren of Bradyville; parents, Steve & Dorothy Dabbs Pohl of Lake Murray, FL.; children, Staci Warren of Bradyville and Christopher Pohl of Smyrna; grandchildren, Kennedi Campbell and Hunter Warren; brother, Michael Pohl of Lake Murray, FL.; father-in-law and mother-in-law, James L. Warren and Teresa Warren; sister-in-law, Christy (Manuel) Sierra and their children, Brianna and Angelica Sierra.

Stephanie was a former teacher’s assistant at Stewartsboro Elementary in Smyrna and Cannon Co. High School.  She loved her family dearly and enjoyed helping her husband in any way she could.

Graveside services will be 2 pm Friday, January 22, 2021 at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 660 Thompson Lane, Nashville, Tn.  37204.

Visitation with the family will be from 4 pm until 8 pm Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Woodbury Funeral Home, 504 W. Main St. Woodbury, Tn.  37190

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

Rose Holt, 78, McMinnville, died Sunday at St. Thomas River Park Hospital following a sudden illness.   She was a native of Cannon County.     

Ms. Holt is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Bruce Nunley of McMinnville, TN; three sons and daughters-in-law, Brian and Lisa Holt of McMinnville, TN, Shawn Holt and fiancée, Kim Skinner of Spencer, TN, and Eric and Michelle Holt of McMinnville, TN; eleven grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Treva and Walkup Warren of Woodbury, TN and Reta and Danny Barney of Murfreesboro, TN; two brothers and sisters-in-law, David and Pam Prater and Buford and Getta Prater, both of Woodbury, TN; many other family members also survive.

A retired hostess and waitress from Ryan’s of McMinnville and a member of the Church of Christ,

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, 2021 in High’s Chapel.  Burial will follow in Centertown Cemetery in Warren County, TN.  Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and from 11:00 a.m. until time of service on Thursday at High’s.  The family respectfully require that face masks be worn.         

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

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy Jean Melton Douglas, 88, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021 in Milton, FL.  A native of Cannon Co., she was the daughter of the late Wiley and Effie Sullins Melton.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lillian Ferrell, Margaret Melton and Ophia Mae Turner. 

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Kirk and Darlene Douglas of Pace, FL. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Ms. Douglas was retired from Colonial Shirt Factory and enjoyed sewing and knitting. 

Graveside services will be 11 am Thursday January 21, 2021 at Riverside Gardens cemetery.

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

Mrs. Lola Ann “Mur” Weeks Gaither, 90, of Woodbury passed away on January 15, 2021 with family at her side.  She was born on May 13, 1930 in Murfreesboro, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Annie Anderson Weeks, husband, Johnny “G” Gaither, brothers, Sam Weeks, C. P. Weeks, Bud Weeks, Archie Weeks, and by sisters, Johnnie Ruth Ogles and Margie Ghee.

She is survived by her daughter, Rita (Dale) Jones of Woodbury, brother, Lewis Weeks of Murfreesboro, grandchildren, Nicole Galland of Woodbury and Brian (Susan) Jones of Murfreesboro, great granddaughters, Kameryn and Avery Galland, close family friend, Kathy Simon of Woodbury, and by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Above all else, Mrs. Ann (affectionately known as “Mur” to close family & friends) loved the Lord. Her Christ-like, servant spirit was evident in all aspects of her life. She constantly sought out ways to help and serve others. She was an adored teacher’s aide at Westside Elementary.  Her kindness and generosity were admired by all who knew her. She warmly greeted everyone she met with a big smile and, although she was somewhat reserved, her genuine and humble heart always shined through. To know her was to love her. 

Mrs. Ann and her beloved Johnny were married 61 years prior to his passing in 2010. Where Johnny was, there Mrs. Ann was also. They adored each other and adored their horses and their cows. Mrs. Ann also enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her family – especially her two grandchildren and two great granddaughters. But arguably her favorite pastime of all was reading her Bible and sharing the word with others. She was a long-time member of the Bethlehem Church of Christ.

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Monday, January 18, 2021 from 4-8 pm.  Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 2 pm in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Mike Weeks and Boyd Barker will officiate.  Interment will be in Riverside Garden.  In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to any of the following, Short Mountain Bible Camp, Bethlehem Church of Christ, or Alive Hospice.  Support the family by sharing memories and condolences at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith  Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Geraldean Janatta Blair Duke, 89 died Friday, January 15th at her home. She was a native of Dekalb Co.

Survivors: 2 Daughters: Carolyn (Gary) Renales of McMinnville and Wanda (Dave) French of Murfreesboro, 2 Brothers: Bill Blair of Woodbury and Terry Blair of Michigan. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Sylvia Hibdon Blair, her husband, Coubert Duke, grandson, David Higgins, and brothers, Ricky, Will H., Jimmy and Morris Blair.

Mrs. Geraldean was a member of the Woodbury 7th Day Adventist Church where she was a sabbath school teacher for 50 years. She retired from Valdour Enterprises. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed gardening, canning and quiliting.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Monday January 18, 2021 at the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Dennis Clark officiating.
Burial will follow at Ivy Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until time of service Monday.
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Ms. Brittany Lynn Contreras, 19, of Beech Grove passed away on January 12, 2021.  She was born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee on November 21, 2001.  Preceding her in death was her grandfather, Jimmy Driver Sr.

She is survived by her grandmother, Faye Driver of Bradyville, parents, Jose Contreras Sr., Connie Mejia of Old Hickory, and Rebecca Driver (Eric Renner) of Franklin, fiancée, Chris McTaggart of Beech Grove, siblings, Jose Contreras Jr. of Anderson AL, Ashley Mejia of Old Hickory, Hailey Bowman, Hannah Bowman, Brianna Bowman, and Brooklyn Bowman of Franklin, and several other aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Though she was born in the city of Murfreesboro, she was a country girl through and through. She enjoyed going fishing and mudding and went everywhere she could barefoot. There was always a smile on her face, and she could light up a room. Her sense of humor was first class, and she enjoyed telling jokes and laughing. If you were having a bad day, she would be the one to lift your spirits. She attended and was baptized at Plainview Baptist.

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Saturday, January 16, 2021 from 4-8 pm. Funeral services will be held in the Smith Funeral Home chapel on  Sunday, January 17, 2021 at 4 pm.  Jonathan Womack will officiate. Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337  

Mrs. Linda Jean “Memaw” Williams, 70, of Woodbury passed away on January 8, 2021.  She was born in Anniston, Alabama on November 30, 1950.  She was preceded in death by her parents, James Weaver and Lena Bradford Weaver, a sister, Margaret Knox, brothers, Bobby Weaver, Danny Weaver, and Gary Lynn Weaver.

She is survived by children, Hiram (Rhonda) Hodge of Georgia, Michelle (fiancée, Adam McClure) Williams of Woodbury and Victor (Jennifer) Smith of Murfreesboro, a brother, Ricky (Beverly) Weaver of Huntsville, AL, ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She was born and raised in Alabama and later made her way to Tennessee.  In earlier years she enjoyed working at the Picadilly Cafeteria.  She would often bring home brownies for her kids from work.  She later got trained to build circuit boards and worked for GTE.  It was a big help to her in raising her family to have the training and good job.  In her time off she would take camping trips with her sister and all their kids.  They would go to the lake, barbeque, and have a good time.  She enjoyed being outside and would walk all over town to do errands while pulling her grandkids in a wagon.  Many of her family and friends lovingly called her “Memaw”.  She was a dog lover, specifically, Chihuahuas.  Her special buddy was her dog Glory.  She treated her just like a child and would dress her up with clothes. 

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on January 12, 2021 from 1-5 pm. Funeral services will follow in the Smith Funeral Home chapel at 5 pm.  Jackie Bradford will officiate. Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337 

Lucille Melton Parton, 90, passed away on January 9, 2021 at Woodbury Health and Rehab following an extended illness.  She was a native of Cannon Co.

As a young mother during an era where most women stayed home, Lucille was considered an exceptional wife and mother. In addition to taking care of her home, she cared deeply for her family and neighbors. She was always the first to offer help and regularly visited and fed the sick. Throughout her life, she held an unwavering faith in God, which she shared with all around her. She often sang hymns as she performed her daily tasks.

Lucille was preceded in death by her husband JL Parton, Jr., and her parents Prentice and Lorena Smithson Melton. She is survived by her brother, Billy Reed Melton, sister-in-law, Faye Burger, her children, Hugh (Rebekah) and Virginia (Tim), her grandchildren, Prentice (Lisa), Hope (Justin), Lauren (Ricc), Hilary (Zach), Ford (Allison), Landon, and her great grandchildren, Trista, Mason, Owen, Dreamer, Lennix, Jagger, Anzel, Ophelia, Juke, Jones, Honor Lucille, and Judge. 

Most know that Lucille suffered a debilitating stroke in 2007. She has relied on a large team of healthcare providers throughout her illness. She loved her care providers like family. To honor Lucille’s memory, the family asks that donations be made to Lucille’s Healthcare Heroes so they can recognize these heroes that took such excellent care of Lucille. Donations may be made to Woodbury Funeral Home. 

Funeral services will be 1 pm Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021 at Leoni Church of Christ with Bro. David George officiating.  Interment will follow in the Leoni Cemetery.  Pallbearers include, Prentice, Ford and Landon Parton, Justin Jenne, Ricc Yat and Zach Cripps.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Pitts and Kenny Gilley.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the family request that mask and social distancing be exercised while inside the church.  No public visitation will be held.

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

Ms. Dorothy Jean Mears, age 87, of McMinnville passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at her home.

Survivors include her stepson, Thomas (Ellen) Mears of McMinnville; Brothers-in-law, Johnny (Valerie) Mears, James (Fay) Mears, & George Mears; Sisters-in-law, Myrtle Cox, Roberta Collins, Waulene Davis, Treva Hutchins, Maggie Lance, & Joyce Davis; Grandchildren, Kayla Thomas, Candace Rockhart, & Nicole Mears; and Great Grandchildren, Hayden & Carter Rockhart.  Several nieces & nephews also survive.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Mears, Sr.; Parents, James M. Lefevers & Unlend May Phart Lefevers; and several brothers and sisters.

She retired from Ben Lomond and worked at Carrier Corporation.  She was an animal lover of all kinds.

Graveside Services will be 12 Noon Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Centertown Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 9 AM until 11:00 AM at Woodbury Funeral Home.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Ronnie Orville “George” Pitman, 67, passed away Wednesday, January 6th, 2021 at his home in Bradyville. He was a native of San Angelo, TX,

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Anna Maria Morgan Pittman of Bradyville; son, Jason Michael Pittman and his wife, Kelly Maria Pittman of Bradyville; mother, Ellen Joyce Simpson Pittman of Hollywood, AL.; siblings, Barbara Ellen Matthews, Terry, David, Mark and Steve Pittman.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bernard Orvis Pittman and his daughter, Angela Michelle and Lisa Marie Pittman.

A member of the Baptist church, George was an explosive Engineer for 40 years.  After retirement, he built homes for 10 years and was owner of Fine Swine BBQ on the square in Woodbury.  George was the chairman for the Cannon County election commission for many years.  He enjoyed fishing and his tractors.

Graveside services will be held 1:30 pm Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Campbell Family cemetery in Davidson Co.  Pallbearers include Matt Cowan, Matt Tepley, Curtis Sparks, Roy Sullivan, Nathan Luna, Jason Pittman and Jay Fann.  Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. James Spurlock and Mark Pody.  Visitation with the family will be Friday, January 8, 2021 from 3 pm until 7 pm  and Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 10 am until 12 noon at Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net