Obituaries

Mr. William “Keith” Pruitt, 67, of Readyville passed away on May 15, 2021.  He was born in Murfreesboro, TN on Feb. 23, 1954.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Bill Pruitt and Sarah Elizabeth (Sullivan) Pruitt.

He is survived by siblings, Donna and husband, Arch Walker “Chip” Carroll, Jr. of Murfreesboro, Barry (Vicki) Pruitt of Huntsville, AL and Jay (Isis) Pruitt of Knoxville, nieces and nephew, Angela (Michael Turner) Carroll of FL, Sarah Elizabeth (Scott) Pastoor, MI, Ginny Carroll (Stephen) Baxter of WA, Liam Pruitt and several nieces and nephews.

Keith grew up in Murfreesboro and was the second oldest of his siblings.  He graduated from Central High School in Murfreesboro, Class of 1972.  He retired from Bell South with over 20 years of service. An avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed duck hunting in times past, and a lifelong animal lover.  His home and the land surrounding provided a greatly appreciated solitude for him for many years.  Among the many traits he held were his steadfast loyalty, charming personality, kind eyes, fun loving jokester attitude followed by a good laugh and smile.  While he had no children of his own his nieces, nephew, and great nieces and nephews provided him with great joy.  They lovingly called him Uncle Keith. 

The family will be holding a memorial celebration of his life at Third Baptist Church, 410 W. McKnight Dr. Murfreesboro, on Monday, May 24, 2021 at 11 am.  Steve Hutson will officiate. In lieu of flowers memorial donations are requested to a Humane Society of your choice.  Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Glenda Faye King Vandygrift, 72, passed away Friday at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro. She was a native of Cannon County.

Survivors: 2 Daughters and Sons-in-law:  Christa & Kenny Campbell and Jami & Shane Ervin all of Murfreesboro, 5 Grandchildren:  Trey & Abby Campbell, Lee, Cole & Grant Ervin, 2 Brothers and sister-in-law:  Randy & Tyanne King of Murfreesboro, Stanton King of Auburntown, Sister-in-law:  Millie Mingle of Woodbury, also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim Grady & Glennette Vance King; her husband, Eddie Vandygrift and brother, Wayne “Byrd” King.

A member of Auburn Baptist Church, she was a graduate analyst at MTSU.  Glenda loved making memories with her children and grandchildren. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 18, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Carver officiating.  Interment will follow in Prosperity Cemetery.  

Visitation with her family will be Monday, May 17, 2021 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.

Shirley Fay Stewart Estes, 82, passed away at her home in Woodbury, Friday, May 14, 2021.  She was a native of Cannon Co.

She is survived by her daughter, Joan Annette Estes Warren and her husband, Roger Warren of Woodbury; grandchildren, Angel Campbell (fiancé, Jay Puffenbarger), Jan (Chris) Young and Steven (Jessica) Warren all of Woodbury; great grandchildren, Shelbie and Tyler Campbell, Jasmine, Dalton and Jayda Young, Jackson and Sawyer Warren; sister, Reta Pauline Stewart of Phil Campbell, AL. and special friend of 54 years, Jeanette Moss. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James Petway Stewart and Nova White Prater Stewart; sisters, Lillian Campbell and Retha Stewart.

A member of the church of Christ, Ms. Shirley was retired with 31 years at Kingston Timer, and she had previously worked at White Stag. She loved watching many sports especially Cannon County basketball, enjoyed cooking, sewing, and making memories with her family who meant the most to her.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, May 17, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Crips officiating.  Interment will follow in Webb Cemetery, Warren Co.  

Visitation with her family will be Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 12 noon until 9 pm.

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

Mr. Bobby Dean Davis, 65, of Bradyville passed away on April 5, 2020.  He was born in the Blue Wing Community of Cannon County on March 11, 1955.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Lyman Davis and Hester Barrett Davis, also by a daughter, Angela Nicole Davis, a son, Jonathan Davis, and by all but four of his twelve brothers and sisters. 

He is survived by his wife, Kathy Arnold Davis, son, Chris (Linda) Davis of Bradyville, brother, Landon Davis of Murfreesboro, sisters, Patsy Cook of McMinnville, Judy York of Lafayette, and Linda Cook of Detroit, MI, five grandchildren, Jacob Davis, Kala (Chase Heath) Davis, Tyler Arnette, Blake Davis, and Brady Davis, step-granddaughter, Destiny Mitchell, and by great granddaughter, Novalea Heath and step-great granddaughter, Graelynn Rae Mitchell, as well as, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Mr. Bobby grew up in the Blue Wing Community and kept a love of that area.  Growing up he enjoyed working in his father’s chair shop and around the farm.  Being outdoors, going hunting, and fishing were favorite hobbies.  As a young man, his future wife, Kathy, caught his eye.  They married young and started their family right away.  They celebrated their 46^th anniversary prior to his passing in 2020.  Born with the talent to tear apart and put back together diesel engines and heavy equipment.  He worked as a diesel mechanic and shop foreman until his health began to fail him.  He was strong in his Christian faith and love for his family.  He would often tell his children and wife, “I’ll spoil your mama, and she’ll spoil you.”  He and his family leased a campsite at Woods Reservoir for the past several years and enjoyed being there together.  He never met a stranger and loved to share the gospel with family, friends, and people he hadn’t met before.  His parents bought and donated the land where Blue Wing Baptist Church and cemetery now stand.  Over the years he and his family helped take care of the cemetery and church.  When the church closed several years ago his desire was to revive it for the community.  He helped see the church reopen in recent years and became a deacon to help teach family and friends.  Mr. Bobby suffered with kidney disease for many years and had to take dialysis for the past several years.  He did his best to live to the fullest despite his illness. 

Due to the events in 2020 the family postponed the services until a proper celebration of his life could be held now.  The family will receive friends at Dillon Street Baptist Church on Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 1-2 pm. A Celebration of life will commence at 2 pm in the Dillon Street Baptist Church.  Share condolences and memories with the family as they continue to mourn the loss of Mr. Bobby Davis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337 

Mr. Orville James “Buck” Lewis, 88, of Woodbury and a native of Coffee Co., passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Woodbury Health and Rehab.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Deloris Parker Lewis of Woodbury; his daughter, Kay (John) Barker of Woodbury; grandson, Zachary Lewis Barker of Mt. Juliet; and his sister, Wanda Spry of Bradyville.

Mr. Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin & Eula Duke Lewis and brothers, Troy, Malcolm, and Manuel Lewis.

A member of Woodbury Church of Christ, he was a veteran of the Korean War where he served proudly in the United States Army.  He was a farmer and was a retired Sewing Machine Mechanic.

Funeral services will be 6 P.M. Thursday, May 6, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Eddie Boggess and Bro. Charlie Bowman officiating.  Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.  Visitation with his family will be Thursday, from 3 P.M. until the time of service.

Pallbearers include Mitch Wilson, Boyd & Mark Barker, Ray Barton, Kim Fann and Roger Spry. 

For those wishing to do so, donations may be made to Short Mtn. Bible Camp or the Alzheimer’s Assoc. %Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311.  

Linda Womack Henry, 81, of Gallatin passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at The Opal at Music City.  She was a native of Cannon Co, TN.

She is survived by her children, Sean (Ted) Whirledge of CA. and Sharon (Shane) Haley of Woodbury; grandchildren, Melody Haley, Elizabeth (Bryce) Bichon and Sarah Haley; great grandchildren, Brody and Ella Bichon, Haven Haley, Cami, Cason and Channing Haley and her sister, Glenda Faye Ayers of CA.

Ms. Henry was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest Leburn Womack and Roberta Lee Smithson Womack; daughter, Susan Faye White and granddaughter, Harmony Haley.

Mrs. Henry was a member of the Hartsville Pike church of Christ and was a caring registered nurse.  Linda was sociable with her church family and was outgoing. She was an avid baker,  enjoyed writing her own recipes and collecting cook books. She was also a certified gemologist and enjoyed her time working in jewelry stores.

Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday, May 8, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with visitation from 9 am until her time of service. Interment will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
 
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net 

Mrs. Charlotte “Tina” Mosley, 57, of Spencer passed away on April 29, 2021. She was born in Murfreesboro, TN on August 15, 1963. Preceding her in death were her parents, Harry Eugene Edwards, Sr. and Juanita Gilley Langrell, and her brother, Harry Eugene Edwards, Jr.

She is survived by her husband Scott Mosley of Spencer; daughter, Angela (Chris) Dykes of Rockvale; son, Thomas Pendergrast of Lyles; step-daughters, Jennifer Mosley, Rebecca Fann, and Danielle Brandon all of Woodbury; sisters, Penny (Allen) Corlew of Smyrna and Beth Edwards of Murfreesboro; and grandchildren, McKensie Pendergrast, Brianna Dykes, and Jasmine Dykes.

Mrs. Tina was an active and independent woman. Her hobbies were coloring and being outdoors. Fishing, camping, and going to the lake comprised many of her favorite experiences. She also enjoyed traveling and cherished the vacations she took with her family to Gatlinburg, Kentucky Kingdom, and Florida. Her favorite hobby of all though was spending time with her grandkids. She really enjoyed taking them shopping and spoiling them. Her time on this earth was far too short, and her family will miss her dearly. 

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 from 4-8 pm. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at 11 am in the Smith Funeral Home chapel. Tim Gentry will officiate. Interment will be in Hillis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to assist with funeral expenses by contacting Smith Funeral Home. Share memories and condolences at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Delia Sissom, 103, of Bradyville passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 at St. Thomas Stones River. She was a native of Cannon Co., Tn.

She is survived by her nephews, Russell (Wanda) Burks of Bradyville and Alan Sissom of Franklin, Tn.; great nephews, Terry (Chassity) Burks and Noel Sissom and great great nephew, J’Khari Burks.

Miss Delia was preceded in death by her parents, Tillman & Elizabeth Spry Sissom and siblings, Cleo Burks and Leo Sissom.

She was a member of the Nazarene church and was retired from Colonial Corp.  She enjoyed reading her bible, gardening and working in her flowers.

Graveside services will be 2 pm Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at Gilley Hill Cemetery with Bro. Jon Amspaugh and Bro. Joe Sissom officiating.  

Pallbearers include Russell Burks, Alan Sissom, Jerry Sissom, Dek Sissom, Austin Sissom and Zenith Parker.

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  

Macon Brown Nichols Jennings, 99, of McMinnville and a native of Cannon Co., passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro.

She is survived by her children, Charles (Kay) Jennings, Violet (Freddy) Barrett and Carol Bryan all of Woodbury, Sharon (Mike) Driver and Russell Craig Jennings both of McMinnville; siblings, Ray (Jean) Nichols, Sue Reed and Faye Fann all of Woodbury.  8 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and extended family also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Clarence & Sadie Davenport Nichols; her husband whom she married on November 26, 1938 and who passed in 1979, Burley William “Perk” Jennings; son-in-law, Wallace Bryan, grandson, Matt Jennings and siblings and their spouses, Irene Morris, Leon (Frances) Nichols and Aubrey (Tina) Nichols.  She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Aubrey and Asilene Jennings.

A member of the Ivy Bluff church of Christ and the Centertown Home Demonstration Club, Ms. Jennings was retired from Val Dor.  She was also a seamstress and baker. She also enjoyed being a homemaker lovingly raising her family of whom she adored.  

Graveside Services will be 2:30 PM Sunday, May 2, 2021 at Ivy Bluff Cemetery, 101 Wade Rd. Woodbury, TN. 37190 with Bro. Mike Driver officiating.  Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.       

Joshua Kurry McMackins, beloved son and brother, and adored father passed away April 28, 2021.  Kurry was born in Huntington, Tennessee on September 27, 1976, but was raised in the Readyville community of Cannon County.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wade & Elizabeth McMackins and Cullen & Elizabeth Anderson; and nephew, Samuel McMackins.

He is survived by his parents, Wade & Alice Anderson McMackins; sons, Senior Airman Qwentin Kaleb McMackins (fiancee, Haley Palmer) and Jayden Scott McMackins; brothers, Kevin (Amy) McMackins, Kyle (Charity) McMackins, & Keith McMackins; sisters, Kamille (Dustin) Smith and Kristen (Chris) Andrews; nieces and nephews, Cullen, Jeramy, Jonah & Jenna McMackins, Kelsie & Gracie Smith, Canon & Korben Andrews; Kailin, Kameron, & Brennan McMackins, Harper McMackins; and step-nephews, Talan & Max Lynch.

Kurry enjoyed fishing & hunting and loved to spend time with his family.

Kurry will be honored by family and close friends in a private memorial service.  The family requests prayers and privacy as they grieve their loss.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net