Obituaries

Ms. Brenda Fay Kelly, 64, of Smyrna passed away on February 16, 2021.  She was born on October 16, 1956 in Murfreesboro, TN.  She was preceded in death by her parents, John H. Warrick and Katherine (Rich) Morton.

She is survived by her daughters, Tonya (Todd) Thomas of Manchester and Lisa Warrick of Woodbury; siblings, Cheryl (Jim) Barlow of Readyville, Dale Fletcher of Woodbury, Russell Morton of McMinnville, Susan Taylor of Murfreesboro, ten grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and a special friend Tina Whitley.

She loved her family dearly and was a strong person able to endure many challenges in life.  Quick to tell you what she thought and stuck to her way of doing things.  She enjoyed many outdoor activities like fishing, horse riding, and bird watching. Another passion was her love for gardening of all kinds, she had a green thumb and loved caring for plants.  Her home was filled with many plants she had for years.    She was a Christian and had rededicated her life to Christ at the church where her sister Cheryl attends in the last couple of years. Through the years she worked at different jobs.  She trained and became a CNA working for Tullahoma Life Care Center for several years and she helped with elder care for other families.  She also worked for Hootens Pest Control until her health kept her from being able to work.

Due to concerns with COVID 19 the family will hold a private service this coming week.  If you would like to support them by making a donation for the expenses or by sharing condolences and memories at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Anita Powell Bowman, 90, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 at Woodbury Health & Rehab.  She was a native of Warren Co.

She is survived by her husband of 72 years, William Keith Bowman, Sr. of Woodbury; children, Alice Bowman Whittle, Pam (Michael) O’Hara, Bill Bowman and Charles (Cynthia) Bowman all of Cannon Co.; grandchildren, Crystal O’Hara Boyce, Jimmy Whittle, Tiffany O’Hara, Cliff Bowman, Christopher Bowman, Brooke Bowman Slaughter, and Sara Bowman; siblings, Yvonne Powell Barrett of Murfressboro and Maurice Powell of Woodbury.

5 great grandchildren also survive.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles T. Powell and Magnolia Golden Powell, sisters, Inez Powell and Louise Powell Cummings, brother, Odell Powell, son-in-law, George Whittle and granddaughter, Angel Whittle Sears.

A member of the Church of Christ, Mrs. Anita had the most prestigious job in being a wife, mother and homemaker.  She enjoyed cooking, especially for her grandchildren, and gardening.  

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, February 21, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Al Bugg, Jr. and Bro. Richard Bowman officiating. Interment will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery.  Visitation with his family will be from 4 pm until 8 pm Saturday, February 20, 2021. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The Bowman family request that mask and social distancing be observed.  

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

Gary DeBerry, 65, of Murfressboro passed away Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021 at Stonescrest Medical Center.  A native of Detroit, MI and a beloved member of the Leanna Community. 

He is survived by his mother, Sepal Mathis DeBerry of Murfreesboro; his children, Shannon (Korie) DeBerry and Jason (Brook) DeBerry of Murfreesboro, April (Jordan) Pack of Auburntown; grandchildren, Logan (Ashley) DeBerry, Mason and Abby DeBerry, Elora Pack; great granddaughter, Leighton Rose; brother, Norris (Karen) DeBerry of Clarksville. 

He was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie DeBerry and his wife, Melissa DeBerry.

A member of the Walter Hill Church of Christ, Gary was a lifelong salesman and business owner of The Toy Store (Auto and Farm Equipment) and Mid-South Boat and Motor Co. He enjoyed collecting automotive and antique memorabilia. He restored many muscle cars over the years.  Many of his weekends, he spent drag racing, camping or traveling to the Smokey Mountains.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, February 20, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Norwood officiating. Interment will follow in Wood Cemetery.  Pallbearers include Logan and Mason DeBerry, James Barrett, Lynn Buttrey, Mike James and Wayne Allen.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Joe Sadler and Charles Haley.

Visitation with his family will be from 4 pm until 8 pm Friday, February 19, 2021. 

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

Dorothy “Dottie” Jean Webb Bragg, age 80, passed peacefully into the loving arms of God on Friday, February 5, 2021.   She lived in Knoxville during the past few years, but Woodbury was her home. She was born on August 13, 1940 to James Carver “JC” and Julia Mae Webb.  She is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her loving children, Russell and Doug Jones of Knoxville, TN and Sharon Kay Jones Joyner of Martinsburg, WVa.  Dottie loved her grandchildren Matthew (Kaitlyn) Jones and Grace (Dustin) Warren.  Her great grandsons Emmit and Colt Warren held a special place in her heart.  She is also survived by her sisters Juanella Mason and Cathy Gouge. Dottie’s nieces and nephews, Monica, Melanie, Al and their families were always in her thoughts.

Dottie had many friends in Knoxville and Woodbury.  She loved antiques, crafts, family gatherings, travel, good food and all things country. She also enjoyed fishing. She cherished when family and friends would visit as she enjoyed the conversations and seeing those she loved.   Dottie always greeted everyone with a smile and a hug. You knew you were loved when you were with her as she made you feel special.

The family extends a special thank you to University of Tennessee Medical Center for the excellent care given to Dottie.  The family also wishes to thank her son, Russell, for his care and support of Dottie during the past 8 years.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2021 from 11 am until 2 pm at Woodbury Funeral Home.  Services will be officiated by Bro. Steve Hutson and will follow visitation in the chapel at 2:00 pm. Dottie will be laid to rest in Riverside Gardens following the service.

Due to COVID, the family asks that masks be worn and social distance be observed. 

John McBride – Major, USAF Ret, died February 7, 2021 at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anna S. Day, John Michael McBride and stepfather William A. Day.

He is survived by his Wife of 63 years, Ann Northcutt McBride; Children – Patrick J. McBride, Jill F. Potts, Michael Nolan McBride (Suzanne), Susan Norvell, and Nancy Ann Casselman (Todd); Grandchildren – Ann Noel Potts, John Samuel Potts, Kaleigh McBride Concannon (Ryan), Lindsey Ann McBride, Catherine Rose Casselman, Todd Nolan Casselman, and Grace Johanna Casselman. He is also survived by his sister, Jean Megaro. He was a veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War.

There will be a private family service. He loved and was loved by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to Journeys In Community Living, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving people with cognitive and physical disabilities or the charity of your choice.  Support the family by sharing condolences and memories at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

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