Obituaries

J D Wade, age 82, of Woodbury passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at St. Thomas Rutherford.  He was a native of Cannon Co.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia Grzymala Wade of Woodbury; Children, Tony Wade of Flat Rock, MI, Julie Wade Paros of Erie, MI, & Kimberley Wade Alcantara of Livonia, MI; and Grandchildren, Jake, Nicholas, & Isabella.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Calvin & Emma Neal Wade; and Brother, Eugene Wade.

J D was a member of the Pleasant View Baptist Church.  He was a retired railroad mechanic for Con Rail and was a 32 Degree Mason.  He enjoyed fishing and hunting, but loved to spend time with his family.

Funeral Services will be 1 PM Wednesday, February 10, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Cripps officiating.  Interment will follow at Gunter-Grizzle Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 3 PM to 9 PM Tuesday, February 9, 2021.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Don Ray Bailey, 76, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2021 at this home in Woodbury.  He was a native of Cannon Co.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Faye Gunter Bailey of Woodbury; sons, Donnie Bailey (Rita Ray) of McMinnville and Ronnie (Denna) Bailey of Woodbury; grandchildren, Kendra Bailey, Ashley (Shane) Anderson, Will (Brooke) Bailey, Natalie (Jason) Sanders and Natasha (Blake) Parker; great grandchildren, Laiken and Raiden Breeding, Keilah Floyd, Kailey, Emma, Kadence and Jordon Muncey, Harper Bailey, Kurstin Warrick, Karoline Sanders and Wyatt Coffman; brother, Freddy Belcher; sister-in-laws, Elaine Judkins, Laura Mae Pelham, Barbara Bailey and Debbie Chavez and brother-in-law, Higgins Gunter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willard “Bill” and Nettie Merriman Bailey, grandson, Donald Bailey, brothers, T.J. and Hugh Bob Bailey and 3 sisters, Loreta Bailey, Shirley Logan and Layuna Goin.

A member of the Mt. Aarat Church of Christ, he worked most of his life in construction but also was a truck driver.  Most of all, he enjoyed farming more than anything and tending to his cattle.

Funeral services will be 12:00 noon Thursday, February 11, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Hale officiating. Visitation with his family will be from 4 pm until 8 pm Wednesday, February 10, 2021. 

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

Steven Ray Davenport, 32, passed away at his home in Murfreesboro on Thursday, February 4, 2021.

He is survived by his parents, Shirley Ann Burks Davenport (Mark Young) of Murfreesboro and Daniel Reed Davenport (Renee Rogers) of Readyville; his

children, Creole Davenport and his mother, Becky Mears of Beech Grove; Shaylynn McKenzie Davenport, Coleigh Erin Davenport and their mother, Jessica Prater of Woodbury’ brother, Mark Davenport and his daughters, Payton and Alyssa Davenport; aunts and uncles, Danny, Lanny and Michael Burks, David Taylor, Martha Ann Hunt, Dorothy Champion and Paul Davenport; great aunt and uncle, June and Donald Johnson and their children, David Johnson, Myra Johnson and Maggie and Chris Stone.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Lanis and Gracie Burks, Jack and Sallie Davenport; Uncles, Robert Davenport, Eddie Davenport, Lanis Burks, Jr. and his aunt, Georgia Lee Murphy.

Steven was a member of the Baptist church and was a tree trimmer.  He was a laid back, sweet and precious son who loved his children.  He always thought of others before himself.  His favorite thing was being outside whether it was working for someone or just going fishing.  He also enjoyed playing ping pong, throwing darts and hanging out with his friends.

Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at Cherry cemetery with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating. Visitation with his family will be from 2 pm until 8 pm Monday, February 8, 2021. 

For those wishing to do so, 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 for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net  

On Thursday, February 4, 2021, Jean Kirkland, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully after a brief illness.  She was 91 years of age.

Jean was born in Bradyville, Tennessee and moved to Nashville after high school where she met and married Edwin Kirkland.  They celebrated over 54 years of marriage.  She loved her family and friends.  They were lifelong members of Brentwood Hills Church of Christ.  Jean was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Kirkland of Nashville, her parents Oren and Nannie Bush of Woodbury, brother Ray Bush of McMinnville, brother-in-law Jimmy Moss of Woodbury, and brother-in-law Kelly Simmons of Woodbury.  She is survived by her three children, Eddie Kirkland (Hope), Elaine Lee (Dave), and Eric Kirkland; grandchildren, Elizabeth Burch (Matt), Katherine Kirkland, Michael Lee, Lauren Lee, and Kayta Kirkland; and great grandchildren Sophie Burch and Hayes Burch. 

She will miss her brothers, Clyde Bush (Kathyrn), Maurice Bush (Helon), Dale Bush (Mary Lynn), Robert Bush (Carolyn) and sisters Carolyn Moss and Faye Smithson (Drennan) all of Woodbury; sister-in-law Joy Bush of McMinnville; sisters-in-law Peggy Beasley of Pulaski and Polly Leopard of Athens, AL; and her many nieces, nephews, and relatives. 

A private family funeral will be held at Smith Funeral Home in Woodbury on Monday, February 8^th at 12:00.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bradyville Church of Christ or the Short Mountain Bible Camp.  Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Norman Duane Gannon, age 65, of Murfreesboro passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021 at St. Thomas West.  He was a native of Paris, IL.

Survivors include his wife, Kathy Pitts Gannon of Murfreesboro; Children, Miranda (Marshall) Sparkman of Murfreesboro & Brandon (Angie) Haghany of New Mexico; Grandchildren, Jaelyn, Melia, & Ainsley Sparkman; Brothers, James D. (Annette) Goins, Jr. of Winchester & Darrell Mayne (Mary Lou) Goins of Woodbury; and Uncle, James Hoyte Harris of Paris, IL.  Numerous nieces, nephews, & cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Youra Norman & Mamie Mae Harris Gannon.

Duane was a member of the Baptist church.  He was a machinist at International Paper Company for 39 years and loved old cars.

Funeral Services will be at 2 PM Thursday, February 4, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Bud Mitchell officiating.  Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 4 PM to 8 PM Wednesday, February 3, 2021.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Melvin Ray Willis, 79, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at his home in Readyville.  He was born in Dearborn, MI.

He is survived by his children, Lisa (Jeff) Davis of Woodbury and Terry (Lynn) Willis of Readyville; grandchildren, Steven (Lindsey) Davis, Zachary (Amanda) Davis, Kelly (Ian) Frazee and Lane Willis; great grandchildren, Hunter, Montana and Zaden Davis and John Blake Frazee; sister, Kay Harris of Petersburg; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Robbie Cawthorn of Beech Grove, James Hill of Smithville, Billy Hill of Manchester, Bobby Hill of Christiana, Diane Green of Christiana, Jeff Hill of Bradyville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hoyte Ray Willis and Ruby Masel Paschal Willis; his wife of 55 years, Phyllis Willis and brother-in-law, Wendell Hill.

A member of Elkins church of Christ, Mr. Willis was a veteran of the Army where he was a paratrooper.  He was a retired machinist from Hennessy. Melvin was a big man with a big heart.  He loved his family and never met a stranger.  He lost the love of his life, Phyllis, in August 2019 and was very devoted to her. When she was a residence at Woodbury Health and Rehab, he never missed a day to see her. Melvin enjoyed working with his hands making anything from metal including crosses, roses and horseshoe art. 

Funeral services will be 2 pm Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021 at the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Bryan Hayes and Bro. Charles Eaton officiating.  Burial will follow at Gilley Hill Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be after 4 pm Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021.  

For those wishing to do so, donations may be made to Gilley Hill Cemetery.

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

David Kenneth Bailiff, age 53, passed away suddenly at his home on January 28, 2021. He was a native of Bradyville,TN but called Murfreesboro home for more than 35 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Gid Bailiff & Naomi Hutchinson Baililff; & his niece, Jennifer Kemp Mulligan.

He is survived by his sisters, Deborah (Michael) Parks and Thresia (Terry) Horn, all of Woodbury; his nieces, Emily (Charles) Haynes, of Woodbury & Anna (David) Rowland of Murfreesboro; his great nephews, Madden and Teller Haynes; and great niece, Olivia Mulligan.

While attending MTSU, he began his banking career as a courier, working his way to branch manager and later found his true path in mortgage lending.  Not only did David succeed because of his wealth of knowledge in the industry, but his level of customer service was unsurpassed. He was very well known in the community and in the industry.

David had a true passion for collecting antiques and attending estate sales.  While tough on the surface, David was known to be a generous man with a huge heart that was always willing to help someone in need. He was very beloved and will be truly missed.

Visitation with the family will be from 4 PM to 8 PM Monday, February 1, 2021 at Woodbury Funeral Home.  A private graveside service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David’s memory to the American Heart Association or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Robert Knox passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021, a day after his 101^st birthday at Woodbury Health and Rehab. A native of Cannon Co., he lived in Murfreesboro. 

He is survived by his children, Joy (Steve) Knox-Ritchie of Louisville and Dale (Mary Kay) Knox of Harrison Township, MI.; grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeremy) Nikodym, Jonathon (Leticia) Smith, Adam (Laura) Knox, Danny (Melissa) Knox and Larissa Knox-George; great grandchildren, Elliana Smith, Kaitlynn George, Sarah & Hannah Nikodym and daughter-in-law, Esta Knox.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Turner Knox and Media Frances Rogers Knox; his wife of 72 years, Delia Arnold Knox, his son, Roy Knox and siblings, Pauline Rogers, James Knox, Fred Knox and Ruby Gay Knox.

Mr. Robert was a member of the church of Christ and a veteran of the United States Army where he served in World War II.  He is retired from Allen Park Veteran’s Administration Medical Center in Allen Park, MI.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who loved to garden.

Funeral services will be 11:00 am Monday Feb. 1, 2021 at the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Wayne Lankford officiating.  Burial will follow at Riverside Gardens.  Visitation will be from 9:00 am until time of service Monday.

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

Deborah Lynn Gannon, 58, passed away Monday, January 25, 2021 at St. Thomas Rutherford.  A resident of Woodbury, she was born in San Diego, CA. to her parents, Don Holland Reese and Mildred Thomas Reese.

She is survived by her son, Matt Gannon of Murfreesboro.  Also surviving are many extended family and friends. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Don Holland Reese, Jr.

Deborah was a member of the church of Christ.  She was a homemaker and loved to babysit.

Services for Ms. Gannon 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  

Frances Fletcher Haley, 86, passed away January 18, 2021 at Signature Healthcare in Cookeville, TN.
 
Frances was born January 3, 1935 in Auburntown, TN., the youngest of four children of the late Culley and Mary Odom Fletcher. 
 
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Byford Fletcher, J.D. Fletcher; sister, Mary Etna Ingalls; children, Vicky West Heady and Kevin West and husband, John Ransom “Hank” Haley.  She lost her parents at an early age and went to live with her grandmother Odom and her aunts in Nashville.  While there she attended Litton High School. 
 
She is survived by her grandchildren, Garrett Heady (Shannon) and Jessica West Carrasco (Manuel), great granddaughter, Ella Heady; special niece, Mary Ann Britnell, cousin, Carolyn Odom Thiel, 3 nephews and 2 more nieces. 
 
Frances was a member of the Algood Church of Christ.  She loved the outdoors and thought of herself as a tomboy.  A farm girl at heart, her neighbors and others who passed by her house on Fisk road will remember seeing her in her old-timey bonnet mowing the grass, chopping brush or hauling branches that she picked up.  She was still walking 2 to 4 miles a day at 82 in her hilly neighborhood.
 
She loved God’s creations, especially the birds.  Until the hawks spotted her birdfeeder, she always had nibbles for her feathered friends.
 
Frances was a crackerjack waitress in her younger days often head hunted by other restaurants.  She was also in later years an in-demand Nanny working for several families in the Nashville area. 
 
She didn’t drive for many years but when she did get “wheels” it was a bright yellow Dodge Dakota pickup.  Just her style, bright, independent, and facing life head on.
 
To her loving neighbors and the nurses at Signature Healthcare the family wishes to thank you so much for caring for her as a feisty old lady and then comforting her in her last days.
 
There are no services planned at this time.
 
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net