Obituaries

John Lynzy Mingle, age 58 of Smithville, passed away Thursday night at St. Thomas DeKalb Hospital. He attended Old Fashion Free Will Baptist Church and was a dump truck operator with Faulk Trucking. 

He was born on February 7, 1966 in Smithville to his parents, the late Bobby and Paulette Mason Mingle. 

Visitation with the Mingle family will be on Saturday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm and on Sunday 11:00 am until the service time at 2:00 in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Bro. Billy Martin will officiate and burial will follow in the Sycamore Cemetery.

Survivors include his fiance, Melissa Glenn of Smithville; 3 sons, Dustin (Samantha) Mingle of McMinnville, Justin Mingle of Gassaway, and Nathan Mingle of McMinnville; bonus children, James Glenn of Smithville, AJ Glenn (Emma Daugherty) of Sparta and Hailey (Sean) Booth of Smithville; 6 grandchildren, Zoie Mingle of Auburntown, Matthew Mingle of Gassaway, Jeffery Mingle and Lynzy Mingle both of McMinnville, Tinley Booth of Smithville and Sammy Glenn of Sparta; 1 sister, Felisa (Steven) Coppinger of Woodland; 2 brothers, Bobby (Priscilla) Mingle of Smithville and Billy (Donna) Mingle of Woodbury.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations please be made to Love-Cantrell to help with expenses. 

Mrs. Cynthia “Cindy” Cherry, 69, of Readyville passed away on September 8, 2024.  She was born in Chester County, Tennessee on February 3, 1955.  She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph William Brower and Mary Nell McCall Brower

She is survived by her husband, Michael “Mike” Cherry of Readyville, two sons, Zachary Cherry of Readyville and Jason Cherry of Woodbridge, VA, a daughter, Allyson (Jeff) Neal of Christiana, three brothers, Mac Brower and Brad (Peggy) Brower both of Jacks Creek, TN and Danny Record of Henderson, TN, six grandchildren, Micah Cherry, Tommy Cherry, Rebecca Cherry, Lydia Cherry, Cadence Neal and Addison Neal, brothers-in-law, Johnny Cherry of St. George, UT and Phil Cherry of Murfreesboro, several nieces and nephews, as well as her special Shih tzu dogs, Baby and Raschal.

It seemed preordained that she would live on a farm for the majority of her life.  Growing up in rural West Tennessee near the community known as Jacks Creek, her parents had a farm where they raised cattle, hogs, and cotton. Being the youngest of her family and the only girl didn’t make her immune to hard work, not that she would have shied away from it. On the contrary, she must have longed for it and thrived on it. Because later in life that tradition continued when she and Mike set up housekeeping on Locke Creek with a 75-acre farm of their own. 

Living in a rural community had its share of pluses and minuses. One of the pluses was getting to know people around you well and their family.  As it so happened she lived near Mike’s grandparents and his cousin was dating her brother. This connection opened the door for Mike and Cindy to meet and strike up a relationship that blossomed into a family and 51-year marriage. Starting out Mike had a job working in the nuclear energy field that allowed them to live in different parts of the country. One of the favorite places they lived was in Montana. While they didn’t travel far from home, they did get to see some of the most beautiful sites in the country like Yellowstone.

When Mike was at work bringing home the bacon, Cindy busied herself taking care of their family and home.  In true southern tradition she had a treasured collection of recipes handed down to raise her family with.  They were blessed with her excellent cooking abilities and chowed down on some of the best brisket you ever tasted. She knew how to make the downhome staples of pinto beans, corn bread and turnip greens as good as anyone. 

In school she took to the basketball court to have a little fun. Her interest in basketball carried on well past school.  She enjoyed sitting down to watch the Southern Illinois High School Basketball tournaments. One of her favorite basketball players was Larry Bird, when he was playing for the Boston Celtics. When the children were growing up, they were encouraged to be active in sports and she made sure to never miss a game.

The farm life kept calling to her and Mike.  He found a steal of a deal on their little slice of heaven on Locke Creek.  When they bought it, there was the beginning of a home already there.  Mike recruited her as his “apprentice” helper, and they set about turning it into a home and cattle farm. They were able to find a hearty newer breed of cattle, the Beef Master, and began raising them to sell.  You can only imagine with a name like this what she could do with some of that brisket.  Working on the house and raising cattle weren’t her only interests on the farm.  Flower and vegetable gardening took up a significant portion of her time.

Even though it seemed family and farming would have taken up all her time.  She knew the importance of working on a relationship with God too.  During their time living around the country, she placed her faith and hope in the strength of the Lord.  She and Mike were baptized at the Fort Collins Church of Christ. Having this foundation helped them overcome the ups and downs we are all prone to have.  It allowed them to stay strong and achieve the 51years of marriage most of us can only hope to see. 

A visitation will be held at Gentry-Smith Funeral Home on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 8-10 am.  Funeral services will follow in the Gentry-Smith Funeral Home chapel at 10 am.  Her brother-in-law, Johnny Cherry will officiate.  Interment will be in Cherry Cemetery.  Share memories and condolences at www.gentrysmithfuneralhome.com  Gentry-Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337. Because every life has a story.

Jeremy Scott “Scotty” Foster, 49, of Woodbury passed away Sunday, September 8, 2024 at St. Thomas Stones River Hospital.  He was born in Woodbury, TN.

He is survived by his mother, Wilma Byford Foster of Woodbury, his sons, Jacob Foster of Woodbury, Preston Gumz of McMinnville and Nicholas Shane Foster of Woodbury and his brother, Ronnie “Rolo” Foster of Woodbury.  Also surviving are several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, H.A. Foster; his grandparents, Medford Foster, Lota Smith, Marlin and Hattie Byford; his uncles, Med Foster and Glen Byford and his aunt, Sybil Gunter.

Scotty was of the Church of Christ faith and worked at Crane Interiors in the shipping dept.  He loved to draw, play corn hole and his RC cars.

Graveside services will be Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Riverside Gardens cemetery with Phillip Close officiating. Pallbearers include Brent Mathis, Darris Cook, Blake Foster, Chris Sneed, Brian Taylor and Bob Gilley.

His family will receive friends Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. and Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 9:30 A.M. until 11:45 A.M.

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

Keith Morris, 68, of Woodbury passed away Monday, September 9, 2024 at St. Thomas Hospital ER. Born in Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Brent Morris and Irene Nichols Morris.

He is survived by his sons, Jason (Heather) Morris and Jeremy (Andrea) Morris both of Woodbury, Majesta (Andrew) Lawrence of McMinnville; grandchildren, Willow, Maddi, Eli, August and Levi Morris, Della, Ridge and Hattie Lawrence; sister, Jacqueline (Randy) White and nephew, Jonathon Pedigo.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Eddie Morris.

A member of the Woodbury Church of Christ, Keith owned Morris Gutters Co. and was a bus driver for MTSU. He enjoyed horse shows and was an avid turkey hunter.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 11, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Shane Nichols officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside Gardens cemetery.

His family will receive friends Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

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

Lenwood Campbell, 88, of Woodbury passed away Monday, September 9, 2024 at his home following an extended illness. Born in Cannon Co., he was the son of the late Landon and Beulah Mae Phillips Campbell.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Linda Smith Campbell of Woodbury; his children, Sharon Kay (Kevin) Duncan of Woodbury, Donna Jeanine (Kasey) Jacobs of Smithville and Matthew (Angie) Campbell of Smithville; grandchildren, Brandon (Hannah) Duncan, Eric Campbell (Samantha Smith), Brandy Campbell (Dustin Cheeks), William Campbell (Angela Brewer), Nicholas (Courtney) Campbell, Heather (Brandon) Harper, Jacob, Emma, Aubree, Khloe and Eli Campbell and Lacey Foster, special friends, Karen & David Furches. Also surviving are 17 great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Ora Lee Gunter, Mazel Gannon, Nora Mae Keaton, Jesse, Johnny, J.T. and Wayne Campbell and granddaughters, Abigal and Pasilee Campbell.

Lenwood was a Deacon at Plainview Baptist church and was retired from Bell Construction. Lenwood loved to work, mow yards and spend time with his grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Plainview Baptist church with Bro. Johnathan Womack and Bro. Rick Lee officiating. Interment will follow in the Blues Hill cemetery.

His family will receive friends from 2:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 11, 2024 and Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. all to be held at Plainview Baptist church.

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

Johnny R. Smith, age 86, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024. He was born in Woodbury, Tennessee to the late Paul and Dorothy Smith.

He is survived by his wife, Rose Ann Smith; daughter, Valerie Todd and her husband Jeff; granddaughters, Olivia Messer (Austin), Caroline Todd, and Sophie Todd; great granddaughter, Ansley Messer; brothers, Jerry Smith and Bobby Smith (Betty Sue); sister, Joy Mullen; and numerous nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.

Johnny was a member of North Boulevard Church of Christ. He was good ole Woodbury boy who joined the Marine Corp, got to see Asia, and ate spaghetti for the first time. This may be why he married a cute Sicilian girl from Murfreesboro, TN and spent the rest of his life in her hometown. He was intelligent, a saver, loved his college football and history. He spent many years as a traffic engineer for the State of Tennessee and had memory recall like no other. After retirement, he volunteered for Meals on Wheels at his church and enjoyed spending time with his family.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Stones River Manor and to sister-in-law, Rita Green for the wonderful care he received.

Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. A graveside service will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens at 2:00 PM.

Sammie Sue Love, 80, of Nashville passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Adams Place.  A native of Dekalb Co., she was the daughter of the late Herbert & Ruby Walker Love.

Sue is survived by her siblings, Hazel Love Jones of Murfreesboro, Rich (Phyl) Love of Murfreesboro and Jo Love (Keith) Dotson of White Bluff; sister-in-law, Shirley Love of Murfreesboro.  Numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends also survive.

A member of the Baptist church, Ms. Love was retired from the State of TN as an Administrative Assistant.  She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Toastmasters International.

Her family will receive friends Friday, September 6, 2024 after 11:00 A.M. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. David Dunn officiating.  Interment will follow in Coleman cemetery. 

Pallbearers include Richard Jones, Carson Love, Craig Love, Will Love, Eric Love and Keith Dotson.

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

Wade Sissom, 60, of Bradyville passed away Monday, August 26, 2024 at Willow Branch Health and Rehab in McMinnville, TN. A native of Cannon Co., he is the son of Ellis Sissom, of Cannon Co. and the late Jean Frazier Sissom.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his children, Michaela Sissom, Maggie Fortune and Sammie Sissom; stepchildren, Jennifer Joseph, David and Daniel Joseph; grandchildren, Luke and Payton Fortune, James and Memphis Hagler; step grandchildren, Ayden Placek, Celestia Nadeau, Larissa Collette and Avelana Ramirez and sisblings, Helen Ford, Renee Sissom and Greg Sissom. 

He was preceded in death by his mother, his brother, Randy Sissom and his step grandson, Colton Placek.

A member of the Gilley Hill United Methodist church, he was self employeed as a wood cutter.  He enjoyed trading, go to the flea market and being outdoors especially hunting and fishing.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, October 3, 2024 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Mitchell officiating.  Visitation will begin at 1:00 P.M. until the time of service.

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

Terry Michael Brewer, age 69 and of Woodbury passed away suddenly on August 31, 2024 at St. Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville.  He was the son of the late Shirley Adeline Dockery Brewer and the late Robert Carl Brewer of Smyrna.

Mr. Brewer is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Cynthia Bowen Brewer; a daughter, Cynthia Claire Brewer O’Kain and her husband, John O’Kain; a son, Rhett Michael Brewer and his wife, Brittany Curtis Brewer; two beautiful grandchildren, Beckett Michael and Noa Katherine Brewer; mother-in-law, Sybil Thompson Bowen; brother-in-law, Charles Ashley Bowen; sister, Kitty (Steve) Waggoner; step-mother, Marilyn Gannon Brewer; step-siblings, Dr. Brian (Michele) Gannon and Melanie (David) Varner; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Along with his parents, Mr. Brewer was preceded in death by his sister, Sherry Brewer Johnson; his brother, Mark Brewer; and grandparents, Zonie Claire Hesson Dockery, Willie Robert “Red” Dockery, Lola Ruth Young Brewer, and Ellis Moore Brewer.

A member of the First Baptist Church in Woodbury for more than 35 years, Mr. Brewer served as a deacon and, along with his wife, the director of the Children’s and Youth Choirs for over 20 years. Having met Cynthia at the age of 15 as members of the Rutherford County Square Dancers, Terry knew the value of group activities for young people and also the organization it required.  Mr. Terry single-handedly planned and organized Youth Choir tours that branched over a considerable portion of the eastern United States and Texas with performances at The Alamo, Staten Island, Cincinnati Zoo, Library of Congress, Washington National Cathedral, and Statue of Liberty.  Mr. Terry worked tirelessly and joyfully to organize these trips and made sure the itineraries were strictly kept, with the sole exception of foregoing a subsequent tour after an emotionally taxing afternoon at The Holocaust Museum in Washington, DC.

In his retirement, Terry revived a long-time love of antiquing.  He thoroughly enjoyed estate auctions and almost always had at least one auction pickup appointment scheduled per week.  This resulted in being on a first name basis with several auction companies in the Middle TN Area.  He and Cynthia opened a booth at a local antique mall which gave him a perfectly reasonable excuse for continuing to purchase antiques, though few of the better pieces actually made it to the booth.  Terry took a special interest in the landscaping outside their home in the last few years and was able to see his vision come to fruition with the help of friend, Harvey Hall.

Though he enjoyed his hobbies, Terry’s greatest joy was undoubtedly his grandchildren.  Being Papaw to Beckett and Noa was a title he wore with greatest pride, both figuratively and literally as several of his t-shirts said just that.  He loved watching Beckett play soccer, excel at math (just like Papaw), and be a wonderful big brother to Noa.  He strongly suggested that Noa Katherine take dance classes, loved watching her be a little ballerina, and fully supported and enabled that everything she owns must be pink.

While his family is devastated in the wake of his sudden departure from this world, they are aware of the immeasurable blessing that his life was to each of them.

Funeral Services will be at 11 AM Friday, September 6, 2024 at First Baptist Church of Woodbury with Bro. Dean Anderson officiating.  Interment will follow at Riverside Gardens Cemetery.  His family will receive friends for the visitation from 4 pm to 8 pm Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Woodbury Funeral Home and from 10 am until time of the service Friday at First Baptist Church of Woodbury.

Pallbearers will be Matthew Brewer, Zachary Brewer, John Braxton Brewer, Greg Johnson, Jake Wilder, Justin Lewis, Alex Sears, & Justin Allison.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311

Eva “Tootsie” Frances Hutchins Davenport passed away Friday, August 30, 20024 at St Thomas Stones River. She was 95. The daughter of the late Joe D. and Dolly Brazzell Hutchins O’Dell, Eva was born in Cannon Co.

She is survived by her children Mark (Becky) Davenport of Lebanon, Roger (Sharon) Davenport of Mt. Juliet, Frances Davenport of Murfreesboro, and sister Jean Bioko of Woodbury; grandchildren, Bobby Davenport Jr., Nicole Ford, Erica Mentzer, Staci Williams, Shannon Wright, Diana Golden, Jeremiah Woehler, and Matthew Pridemore several great grandchildren also survive.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Edward (Ed) Davenport; son Bobby Jerome Davenport, brothers Dick and Monte Joe Hutchins. 

A member of the New Hope Church of Christ, she was a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, singing and cooking but most of all she loved being with her family.

Her family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M- 1:00 P.M. Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Woodbury Funeral Home. Funeral Services will follow at 1:00 P.M with Bro. Ralph Richardson officiating. Interment will follow at Reed Cemetery.

Pallbearers include Bobby Davenport, Colton Davenport, Blake Williams, Ethan Wright, Evan Wright, and Brayden Mentzer.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Reed Cemetery.

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