Obituaries

Mr. Gary Wade Bush, 65, of Manchester passed away on December 17, 2020.  He was a native of Coffee County born on June 10, 1955.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil Lee Bush and Emma Jean Crews Bush, brothers, Randall Bush and Wendell Ray Bush, and sisters, Lucille Cheryl Markum and Patricia Ann Bush.

He is survived by a son, Lonnie Wade Bush, brothers, Jerry Wayne Bush and Winford Ray Bush, four grandchildren, one great grandchild, and special friend, Tim Sprague.

He grew up in the Hollow Springs and Gnat Hill communities.  He was a hard worker all his life he worked at, Roselawn Memorial Gardens for about 25 years, the Convenience Center on Bradyville Pike for about 10 years, he was also a part-time Deputy for the Cannon County Sheriff’s Department for a while.  When he wasn’t working, he liked to go fishing and spend time with family and friends.

A graveside service will be held at Cherry Cemetery on January 12, 2021 at 2 pm.  Jerry Wayne Bush, Jr. will officiate.   Share memories and condolences at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Alfred Dalton “Tut” Raines II passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at St. Thomas Dekalb Hospital.  He was born in Davidson Co.

Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Rhonda Raines of Auburntown; Children, Megan (Josh) Myers of Murfreesboro, Jason Holland of Readyville, Carri Gleason of Smyrna, & Phillip Miller of Mt. Juliet; Grandchildren, Isaac Rayne Myers, Sierra Holland, Austin Holland, Chandler Corlew, Stella Miller, & Cohen Miller; Siblings, Thad (Robin) Raines of Woodbury & Missy (Lee) Nichols of Woodbury.  Three great grandchildren also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred “Dump” Raines & Teresa Eden Raines; Grandson, Jonathan Holland; Sister, Anne Anderson; and Brother, George Leonard Raines.

Tut was a machine operator at Ideal Clamp.  He loved his roosters, knives, & his family.

Funeral services will be 2 PM Sunday, January 3, 2021 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.  Interment will immediately follow at Riverside Gardens Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 2 PM to 8 PM Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

James “Mike” Michael Knox passed away November 30th 2020, 63, in Portage County Wisconsin following an extended illness. A native of Cannon County, born December 3, 1956. Mike was the son of James Parmer Knox (step-mother Dorthy Knox Pearson) and Genece Faye Gordon (Corbitt) (step-father Billy Richard Corbitt).

Mike was preceded in death by his parents James Parmer Knox, Billy and Genece Faye Corbitt. Grandparents Jim Roe and Lacy Lorene Knox, Willy and Maude Gordon. Sister Debbie Charlene Travis and nephew Shane Michael Carpenter.

He is survived by his sister Anita Faye Knox (Crips) and brother in law Jackie Ray Crips of Woodbury. Nieces Angela Dawn Hoover (Stroh) of Readyville and Jennifer Irene Crips (Collins) of Woodbury.

Mike will always be remembered for his love of God, striking blue eyes, hunting, fishing, spotted saddle horses, Jack Russells, duct tape and his fishing Motto….ripsomelip! His step mother Dorthy Pearson added that Mike was a special boy and man, always kind and thoughtful. Precious memories with Mike and Anita his sister.

Per Mikes wishes he was cremated in WI and brought home to TN to be scattered on Center Hill Lake with immediate family. The lake held a special place in Mike’s heart, because that was the first place his father ever took him fishing. A memorial will be placed in his honor at Curlee Cemetery, where he went to church when he was younger.

But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:31

Woodbury Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Ms. Toni Annette Dillard was born in Coffee County, Tennessee on November 24, 1969 and was lovingly cared for by her parents Tom and Jeannette her entire life. She transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Alive Hospice – Murfreesboro, TN with her family by her side.

Toni attended Woodbury Grammar School and then transferred to Journey’s Adult Activity Center. She faithfully attended Journey’s for 29 years; until COVID-19 caused the facility to temporarily suspend services.

Toni always brought joy and happiness to everyone who met her. There were many affectionate nicknames for our Angel; sometimes known as: Stinker, Pumpkin, Sweetheart and Missy. Her favorite things were cartoons, Wheel of Fortune, listening to music, and her special rattle. You always knew when she was near, by the sound of her rattle. Although, immobile that never stopped her from traveling with her parents to: California, Florida, Colorado, Michigan, Alabama, Mississippi, Washington DC, and many other places throughout the United States.

She leaves to cherish her memories parents Tom and Jeannette Dillard, brother LaRon (Brandy) Dillard; sister LaShonda Dillard; Grandmother Jewell Dillard, three nieces; Zowee, Ziya and Zallona Dillard; and a host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.

She was preceded in death by grandparents, Charlie and Rosie Lee Osborne and Jake Dillard.

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Friday, January 1, 2020 from 4-7 pm and Saturday, January 2, 2020 from 10-11 am.  Funeral services will be Saturday, January 2, 2020 at 11 am in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Brother Paul Elam will officiate.  Interment will be in Cypress Garden Cemetery.  For those unable to attend, the funeral services will be broadcasted live at the appointed time on Smith Funeral Home’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Smith-Funeral-Home-166926279989266.  Support the family with memories and condolences at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Dennis Charles Johnson, 60, of Woodbury passed away Monday, December 28, 2020 at his home.  He was born in Frankfort, Germany.

He is survived by his daughters, Jamie (T.J.) Southworth of Liberty and Jessica Murphy of Woodbury; grandchildren, Jameson, Tyler, Waylon & Lane Southworth, Landyn, Brandyn and Kendra Murphy; sister, Linda (Terry) Morrison of Mt. Juliet; nieces and nephews, Terry (Gloria) Morrison and Laurie Guethlein and his best friend, Richard “Truck” Presley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Archie & Laura King Johnson and his brother, Jerry Johnson.

A member of the Living Springs Baptist church, he was a long-haul truck driver.  He loved spending time with his daughters but most of all his grandsons were the lights of his life. 

Graveside services will be held 3 pm Wednesday, December 30, 2020 Woods cemetery with Bro. Sidney Parham officiating.

Visitation with the family will be Wednesday from 11 am until 2:30 pm.  Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for his family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net 

Deborah Lynn Ross, 67, of Bradyville passed away Sunday, December 27, 2020 at St. Thomas Rutherford.  She was born in Rhode Island where her father was in the Navy and they moved to Murfreesboro when she was three days old. 

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Eddie Ross of Bradyville; children, Angela Marie Ross of Bradyville, Kevin Edward Ross of Wartrace and Brittany Lynn Ross of Murfreesboro; grandchildren, Taylor Lee Ross, Lia Marie Bedwell and Hank Gibson Mungoven.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy Armstrong and Mary Evelyn Tolbert Armstrong. A member of the Smith Grove Church of Christ, she retired from Alvin C. York Medical Center where she was an LPN.  Deborah loved her dogs and watching Christmas movies.

Funeral services will be held 1 pm Wednesday, December 30, 2020 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Al Bugg officiating. Interment will follow in the Cherry cemetery. Pallbearers include Kevin Ross, Tim Finley, Ricky Finley, Jr., David, Zack and Jonathan Bugg.

Visitation with the family will be Wednesday from 11 am until the time of service.  Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net 

Donna May Taylor, 93, passed away on December 24, 2020 at Woodbury Health and Rehab in Woodbury, TN. Born in the Hollow Springs community October 29, 1927 to Homer and Hessie Sissom.  She lived in Muncie and Marion Indiana prior to locating in Tennessee.  She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, family, and church. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Taylor, her parents, two brothers, Carl and Pharris, and a daughter, Linda of Woodbury, TN.

She is survived by sons, Larry (Joy) Taylor of Manchester, TN and Robert Taylor of Bradyville, TN, four brothers, Ellis, Morgan, Barney, and Edward all of Woodbury, TN and a sister, Wanda of Woodbury, TN, three grandchildren, two step grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. 

A private service was held December 26, 2020 at Gilley Hill Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers please donate to a local food bank.  Share memories and condolences at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Alberta Lassiter Knox, 105, passed away  Tues., December 22, 2020 at Woodbury Health and Rehab.  She was a native of Cannon Co., Tn.

She is survived by her son, Willis Knox of Readyville; grandchildren, Kim (Terry) Gannon and Joe Knox all of Woodbury; great grandchildren, Todd (Tiffany) Gannon, Luke (Christy) Knox and Alex Knox; great great granddaughter, Lucy Knox and daughter-in-law, Lillian Bynum of Tullahoma.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Alexander; her husband, Luke Knox; children, Joe Wayne Knox, Faye Maxwell and infant daughter, Betty Knox; daughter-in-law, Faye Knox and great grandson, Lincoln Knox Gannon.

Ms. Knox was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ and was a homemaker.  While, her husband, Luke, held a public job she kept their farm running and milked cows while he worked.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 26, 2020 at Thyatira Cemetery with Bro. Howard Knox, Jr. officiating.  Visitation with the family will be Saturday from 12 noon to 1:30 pm at Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for her family, please visit  www.woodburyfuneralhome.net   

Mrs. Maxine Carney Baumgardner, 75, of McMinnville, TN passed away on December 2, 2020.  She was born on June 12, 1945 in Winona, MN.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph Carney and Erma Maurer Carney, also by a sister, Elaine Carney McCullough and a nephew, Douglas McCullough.

She is survived by her sons, Dean Baumgardner of McMinnville and Lee Baumgardner of Iowa, brother, Karol Carney of McMinnville, sister, Lorraine Carney (Larry) Balisky of Canada, daughter-in-law, Tanya Vannausdle, grandchildren, William Baumgardner, Eden Baumgardner, Addie Baumgardner, and Bryce Ferguson.

She was born in Minnesota and she moved to Ft. Dodge, Iowa with her family as a child.  She finished high school in Ft. Dodge.  After high school she moved to Florida to attend college at the University of South Florida, earning her bachelor’s degree.  She later earned her master’s degree at Rollins College.  She worked for the State of Florida for many years before moving to Tennessee.  She worked for the State of Tennessee prior to retiring.  Over the years she and her family lived in many different states and cities all over the country.  She loved the mountains around Gatlinburg and North Carolina.  She also loved to see the waterfalls and streams that fed into the Ocoee River.  As a young girl she accepted Jesus into her heart and life, becoming a Christian.  She enjoyed the gospel singing of George Beverly Shea.  In her spare-time she liked to work complicated jigsaw puzzles.

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 from 4-7 pm.  Memorial services will follow in the Smith Funeral Home chapel at 7 pm.  In lieu of flowers memorial donations are requested to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.  Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Fannie Lee Miller Gannon, 76, of Woodbury passed away Mon., Dec. 21, 2020 at St. Thomas Rutherford.  She was a native of Cannon Co., TN.

She is survived by children, Larry (Kay) Gannon and Rita (Michael) Howell all of Woodbury; grandchildren, Amber Howell, Michael Howell, Jr., Phillip (Chelsea) Howell; 5 great grandchildren, Lydia Mae, Carter, Kaden and Summer Howell and Ava Vassar; siblings, Mary Stone, Ruby Allred and Raymond Miller all of Woodbury, Sarah Mathis and Lorene Roach both of McMinnville; close friend, Eva Davenport of Woodbury.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Edgar and Pauline Mathis Miller, husband, Floyd Gannon and siblings, Dot Miller, Jesse Miller, Edgar Miller and William Miller. 

A member of New Hope Church of Christ, Ms. Fannie was a seamstress and loved to watch soap operas.  Most of all, she loved being a grandma the most.

Funeral Services will be 2 pm Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Ralph Richardson officiating.  Interment will follow in Prater Cemetery. Pallbearers,  Jason, Eric and Keith Thomas, Bobby, Kerry and Ronnie Parker. Visitation with the family will be Saturday, 12/26/2020 from 4 pm – 8 pm.  

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