Obituaries

Jerry H. Hayes, 71, of Woodbury passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024 at St. Thomas Stones River Hospital. Born in Coffee Co., he was the son of the late Adam and Syrene Smith Hayes. 

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathy Cook Hayes of Woodbury; his children, Heather (Clint) Scott of Rock Island and Jason Hayes of OH.; grandchildren, Maya and Liam Scott of Rock Island, Connor Hayes of OH. and Maggie Hayes of Kittrell; daughter-in-law, tommie Hayes of Kittrell; siblings, Linda Wilson of Murfreesboro and Bobby (Betty) Hayes of Woodbury.  Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Newburn Hayes, Norman Hayes, Ronald Hayes, Margaret Hayes, Edwin Hayes and Barbara Hayes.

Mr. Hayes attended Mt. Moriah Baptist church where he served as a deacon.  He was retired from Federal Mogul and enjoyed antiquing.

Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 24, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Nick Pelham and Bro. Leonard Herman officiating.  Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens cemetery. Pallbearers include Chad Hayes, Cody Hayes, Chad Hale, Scott South, Adam Hayes and Alan Hayes

Visitation with the family will be Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. and Sunday from 11:00 A.M. until his time of service. 

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

Timothy Warner Stewart, age 61, of Woodbury TN.  passed away surrounded by his family, Saturday March 16, 2024 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville TN. He was born on March 27,1962 in Elizabethton, TN. and grew up in Woodbury, TN. He is the son of Gloria Stewart of Woodbury and the late Frank Stewart.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years Debbie Stewart of Woodbury; two children,  Chesney Witty and Chase Stewart both of Woodbury; grandchildren, Cadence Witty and Tucker Witty both of Woodbury; sister Beth (Zac) Stark, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Theresa (Keith) Duncan, Robert (Tammy) Patterson, Micheal (Brittany) Patterson, Tammy (Mark) Jerrell; special nieces and nephews Nash, Rocco, and Sage Stark, Elisha (Chris) McDonough, Brian (Samantha) Duncan, Michelle (James) Kell and several great nieces and nephews.  His Beloved dogs, Rosco, Bandit, and Oreo also survive.

In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his brother Eric Stewart and his beloved dog, Cutie.

A member of the Woodbury church of Christ and former owner of Stewart Printing in Woodbury, Tim was a hard worker. He currently worked at Nissan Mfg. Corp.  He loved to travel, spend time in the yard, going to the beach with his grandkids, cleaning cars, making his holiday punch every Thanksgiving and Christmas, and watching TV with his wife Debbie.

Graveside services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Riverside Gardens Cemetery with Bro. Chris McDonough officiating.  Visitation will begin Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 12 noon until 1:45 P.M. 

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

James Fredrick Banta, 52, of Bradyville, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024 following an extended illness.  He was born in Linton, IN.

He is survived by his father, James Allen Banta of Bradyille.  Several cousins also survive.

James was preceded in death by his mother, Janet Banta and his brother, Jeffery Allen Banta, who both passed away on July 24, 2021.

A member of the Leoni church of Christ, He enjoyed fishing and riding four wheelers.  He was an over the road truck driver.

Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Garland Robinson officiating.  Interment will follow in the Parker Hill cemetery. 

Visitation with his family will be Tuesday, March 19, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

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

Ronnie Bedwell, age 70, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024 due to injuries received in an automobile accident.  He was born on November 5,1953 in Cannon County.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Faye Wilson Bedwell of Woodbury, children Cindy (Matt) Duggin of Smithville, Ronnie “Rooster” Bedwell, Jr. of Woodbury, & David (Tonya) Bedwell of Readyville; Grandchildren, Page Reagan, Ronnie Reagan, Gage Duggin, Erica Tyler, Kaylee Duggin, Brittney Pasley, Michael Smith, & Nicola Campbell; Siblings, Carol Petry of Murfreesboro, Dickie Bedwell of Woodbury, Betty Bynum of Woodbury, Brenda Rye of Chattanooga, & Sandra Yoder of Chattanooga.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Bucey Bedwell; Brother, Gary Bedwell, and mother-in-law, Floy D. Wilson.

Ronnie was a member of the Center Hill Baptist Church and was a foreman at J.B. Gibbs and Sons Construction.  He enjoyed raising his chickens and working in his garden.

Funeral Services will be at 2 PM Sunday, March 17, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.  Interment will follow at Riverside Gardens Cemetery.  The family will receive friends for the visitation from 2 PM to 8 PM Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

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

Doris Joann Frazier, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother peacefully departed this world at her home on March 10, 2024.

Doris was born September 2, 1932, in Saltville, VA, or “The Motherland” as we lovingly call it. Doris’s journey through life was remarked with love for her family, being “everybody’s granny” her skill set as a quilt-maker, and an excellent cook. Out of her marriage to John Clyde “Jay” Frazier, she was blessed with 6 children, 15 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren.

She was a graduate from Saltville High School in 1950. She was a cheerleader and first-chair trumpet player in the marching band for the Saltville Saltshakers. She later attended Marion College.

Doris married her second-grade sweetheart, John Clyde “Jay” Frazier on September 2, 1954. They were married 56 years at the ages of 22 and 24. During their marriage, she spent 22 years as a military wife while her husband was in the Air Force. They were stationed in a variety of places, including Maryville, Tn., Panama City, FL., Rantoul, IL, RAF Mildenhall, England, returned to Rantoul, IL., and finally retired to Woodbury, TN. She served as a devoted mother, raising her children with love and care through his military career. She later worked at a military clothing supply store while in Rantoul, IL., and at Smith’s Department Store in Woodbury, TN.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, John Clyde “Jay” Frazier, her son, Michael Jay “Mikey” Frazier and her grandson, Daniel Clyde Frazier. She is survived by her children, Linda Gail “Toppie” Osborne (Johnny), Karen Luann DiNovo, William Clyde “Bill” Frazier (Lori), Janet Ruth Bogle (Tom), and Mary Jo “Jodi” Summar (Maron).

Doris is survived by numerous grandchildren, Via Toppie, Jimmy Voss (Spring) and Debra Peralta (Michael). Via Karen, Niki Morris (Andy), Erik Naylor (Natausha), Amy Graham (Craig), Ryan Naylor (Annie), and Kaylee Isenhart (Case). Via Bill, Tim Frazier (Stacy) and Hollie Handel (Josh). Via Janet, Michelle Moore (Benji) and Wil Bogle (Faith). Via Jodi, Carli Reed (Jay) and Cameron Summar. Via Mikey, Ashley Howse.

Doris is survived by even more great-grandchildren, Makayla Voss, Blake Peralta, Sharaya Garner (John), Ethan Chesshire, Nick Morris, Daniel Naylor, Hannah Jo Naylor, Alden Purdy, Jolen Gurdak, Lasten Nichols, Oden Naylor, Troy Naylor, Sadie Frazier, Andrew Frazier, Danica Handel, Eleanor Handel, Mason Bogle, Lilly Bogle, Jack Reed, Finley Reed, Laura Lynn Sanders, Gatlin Smithson and Layla Howse.

Finally, she is survived by two great great grandsons, Michael Garner and Sterling Peralta.

Doris was a member of United Methodist church in Woodbury, TN. She recently attended Center Hill Baptist church and enjoyed preachings by Bro. Greg Mitchell.

As we remember Granny, let us celebrate a life well-lived, filled with love, laughter and cherished moments. May her spirit and legacy continue to shine through the generations she leaves behind. May she rest in peace, surrounded by the love that she so generously shared with us all.

Visitation with her family will be Friday, March 15, 2024 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm and Saturday, March 15, 2024 after 10:00 am. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell and Rev. David Lilley officiating. Interment will follow in the Riverside Gardens Cemetery.

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

Dustin Scott St. John, 38, of Shelbyville passed away March 7, 2024 from injuries received in an automobile accident.  He was born in Woodbury, TN.

He is survived by his mother, Laketia St. John Grizzle of Shelbyville, children, Heavanne York and Charletta York both of Shelbyville, Bentley St. John of Coffee Co., and Dayvanie St. John of Woodbury; siblings, Jennifer (Steven) Martin of Woodbury, Paul Tyler Grizzle of Shelbyville and Case Grizzle of Shelbyville; nieces, Gracie, Alivia and Rosie Martin.  Several aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Dustin was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Bly, Stepfather, Paul Jerome Grizzle, Grandparents, Wesley & Betty St. John, James & Ruth Bly and Charles & Betty Grizzle.

A member of the church of Christ, Dustin was a factory worker.  He enjoyed listening to music, fishing, riding dirt bikes and four wheelers, and being with his family and friends.

Graveside services for Dustin Scott St. John will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, March 14, 2024 at Sugar Tree Knob Cemetery.  Visitation with his family will be Wednesday, March 13, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and Thursday, from 11:30 A.M. until 1:30 P.M.

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 

Thomas Avent Muncy, 40, died Friday March 1, 2024 at Unity Hospital emerency room in Manchester. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tina Muncy Pendergrast and Ricky Pendergrast.

He is survived by his sons, Richard Wayne Muncy & Harley Allen Muncy of Bradyville and stepson, Paul Elam Tune; grandparents, Billy & Joyce Muncy of Bradyville & Billy & Margaret Pendergrast of Murfreesboro;  Siblings, Billy Richard Pendergrast & Richelle Lea Pendergrast of Bradyville; niece, Maci Renee Barrett; Uncles & Aunts, Billy Levoit Muncy, Monica Muncy Jones (Barry) & Sherry Muncy Simpson (Eric);  cousins, Brent Jones & Erica Simpson.

Thomas was a Christian and enjoyed fishing, playing video games and movies.

Funeral services will be Wednesday March 6, 2024 at the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home, burial will follow at Leoni Cemetery.  Visitation will be Tuesday 4:00 to 8:00 PM.   Pallbearers will be Richard Pendergrast, Jr. Pendergrast, Charlie Pendergrast, Bradley Barrett, Brian Mulligan, Paul Elam Tune, & Brent Jones.  Honorary pallbearers will be his sons, Richard & Harley Muncy.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Sandy Kay Johnson, 57, of Woodbury passed away Thursday, February 22, 2024 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.  A native of Cannon Co., she is the daughter of Howard and Lois Todd Johnson of Woodbury.

In addition to her parents, she is also survived by her sisters, Pennie (Charles) Johnson of Woodbury, Tracy (Brent) Mooneyham of Woodbury, Deborah (Charlie) Cantrell of McMinnville and Lisa Johnson of McMinnville; nieces and nephews, Nickel Eaton, Chucky Johnson, Steven Mooneyham, Michalia Mooneyham and Chloe Pack.  Several great nieces and nephews also survive.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ovalee and Molly Johnson and Leighman and Hassie Todd and her beloved dog, Harley.

A member of the Smith Grove church of Christ, Sandy was known in the medical field as an EMT with IV, X-Ray tech and a dispatcher.  She had a servants heart and would always think of others before herself.  She loved to travel to the Smokey Mountains, listen to George Strait and was a big supporter of the TN Vols. 

Sandy will always be remembered for her loving heart, fun loving spirit, her beautiful smile and her kind words. Being a recipient of organ donation, Sandy wanted to encourage everyone to consider the gift of life.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, February 26, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Al Bugg, Bro. Norman Pelham and Clarence Santini officiating.  Interment will follow in Center Hill cemetery.  Pallbearers include members of the Cannon Co. Ambulance service.

Visitation with her family will be Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 3:00 P.M. until 8 P.M. and Monday, February 26, 2024 until her time of service. 

For those wishing to do so, donations may be made to Cannon Christian Academy, Kidney and Diabetes Associations or become a Tn Organ Donor.

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

Charles B. Wilder, Jr., 89, of Readyville passed away Monday, February 19, 2024 at the Tennessee Veterans Home.  A native of Charlotte, N.C., he was the son of the late Charles and Annie Mae McCord Wilder.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Betty L. Strickland Wilder of Readyville; his son and daughter-in-law, Charlie and C.J. Wilder of Monteagle; grandchildren, Lori (T.J.) Hale and Jake (Ashley) Wilder, Corbin and Carson Gipson; great grandchildren, Meadow, Memphis, Tori, Jason, Gunner, Brooklyn, Sophie and Morrigan.  Also surviving is his sister, Jane Bruce Wilder of Mobile, AL.

A member of the First Baptist church of Woodbury, he was a retired Tech. Sergeant in the United States Air Force.  He served in Korea and Vietnam.  He also retired from Alvin C. York Medical center where he worked in the kitchen.  Mr. Wilder was a member of the Masonic Lodge.  He was known for his wonderful story telling.

Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday, February 24, 2024 at the First Baptist church of Woodbury with Bro. Dean Anderson officiating.  Full military honors will be performed for Mr. Wilder at Coleman Cemetery. 

Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

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

Vetrice Viola Spry Goins, 87, of Woodbury passed away Friday, February 9, 2024 at St. Thomas Rutherford.  A native of Cannon Co., she was the daughter of the late Vernon and Leona Duke Spry.

She is survived by her siblings, O’Neal (Wilma) Spry of Manchester, Evelyn (George) Barnes of Greenbriar, Joyce Smith of Nashville and Ronnie (Betty) Spry of Murfreesboro; sisters-in-law, Martha Jo Spry of Woodbury and Shirley Goins Taylor; niece, Shannon Taylor Lewis.  Many nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Farris Goins and siblings, Shirley Jones, Olin Spry and Nora Faye Spry. 

A member of the Woodbury church of Christ, she was retired from Cumberland Optical as an assistant.  Ms. Goins enjoyed reading, watching television, basketball and baseball.

Visitation with her family will begin Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 1:30 P.M. until 2:15 P.M.  Graveside services will follow at 2:30 P.M. in Riverside Gardens cemetery with Bro. Herb Alsup.  Pallbearers include Tim Spry, Mike Barnes, Jamie Spry, Ron Spry, William Brimm and Randy Alexander.

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