Obituaries

Craig Stephen Hayes, 57, passed away Thursday., September 24, 2020 at St. Thomas Stones River.  He was born in Coffee Co., Tn. He is survived by his mother, Jewell Perry Hayes of Readyville; sister, Sheron (John) Brothers of Murfreesboro; nieces and nephew, Allie and Garrison Brothers and Faith Hayes; aunts and uncle, Helen Davenport of Woodbury, Joyce Trail and Charles Perry both of Manchester. Also surviving are numerous cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Hayes and his brother, Byron Hayes.

Craig was a member of the Woodbury Church of Christ and worked for many years at Samsonite as a welder.  Craig enjoyed riding horses and took pride in his cars especially his Camaro.  Above everything else, he loved his nieces and nephew and their dog, Kallie.

Graveside Services will be 2 pm Sunday, September 25, 2020 at Riverside Cemetery with his cousin, Bro. Bryan Hayes officiating.  Pallbearers will be John Brothers, Garrison Brothers, Chris Perry, Jeff Perry, Ryan Fowler and Michael Fowler.

Due to Covid-19, the family request that no public visitation take place and use social distancing at the graveside service. 

Woodbury Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Georgia Mae “Polly” Root Campbell, age 91, of Woodbury passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at her home.  She was a native of Davidson Co.

Survivors include her children, Linda (Billy) Lawson, George Terry Campbell, & Kenneth Hoyte (Nancy) Campbell.  6 grandchildren also survive.

Ms. Campbell was preceded in death by her husband, Hoyte W. Campbell; Parents, George & Margaret Root; Grandson, Daniel Cawthorn; and Sister, Normagine Haley.

She was a member of the church of Christ.  Known as a hard worker, Ms. Polly had many jobs in her life including the Armour Cheese Plant, Colonial Shirt Factory, teaching, Middle Tennessee State University, farming, and a homemaker.

Graveside Services will be 2 PM Friday, September 25, 2020 at Riverside Gardens Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 8 AM to 1 PM Friday, September 25, 2020.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Mrs. Layuna “Noonie” Goin , 82, of Woodbury passed away on September 22, 2020. She was born on April 10, 1938 in Woodbury, TN.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard “Bill” Ray Bailey and Nettie Merriman Bailey, husband, Samuel Whyte Goin, brothers, Hugh Bob Bailey and T. J. Bailey, sisters, Shirley Logan and Loretta Bailey, nephews, Mike Logan and Tim Logan, niece, Christie Belcher and a cousin, Hazel Blair.

She is survived by her son, David (Brandi) Goin of Woodbury, grandchildren, Bailey Goin and Cameron Goin, brothers, Donald Ray Bailey and Freddie Belcher, nephews, Donnie Bailey and Ronnie Bailey, nieces, Jimmie Montgomery, Kelly Hobbs, Melinda Bailey, and Teena Cooper.

She loved her family, never met a stranger, and loved holding babies. People who knew her could easily see her soft spoken, loving, and caring personality. When you would see her she would have a sweet smile and a hug waiting for you.  Her grandkids were her pride and joy.  She was happiest spending time with them.  She also loved to talk on the phone every night to various family members and to her good friends Shirley Vance and Sandy Hazel and eat to supper with Ovie Hollis. She was a member of the Center Hill Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held at Smith Funeral Home on Friday, September 25, 2020 from 4-8 pm.  Funeral services will be Saturday, September 26, 2020 at 12 pm in the Smith Funeral Home chapel.  Greg Mitchell will officiate.  Interment will be in Riverside Garden.  The family would especially like to thank the staff of Woodbury Health and Rehab for their care and understanding while taking care of Mrs. Layuna during the current time of turmoil in our country. Support the family with condolences and memories at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337

Wade Paschal, 78, of Readyville, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020 at St. Thomas Stones River. 

He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie & Mary Paschal of Readyville; nephew, Alan Paschal of Readyville; niece, Debbie (David) Newman of Franklin; great nieces and nephews, Alana Paschal, Emily, Sarah, and Andrew Newman; best friends and caregivers, Daffy Self and Kim Johnston.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Reedy and Vernia Parker Paschal.

Wade was a member of the Baptist church and was retired from Whirlpool where he was a tool and die maker.

Graveside Services will be 2 pm Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Riverside Cemetery with Bro. Dean Anderson officiating.  

Due to Covid-19, the family request that no public visitation take place and use social distancing at the graveside service.  

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

Ike Parker, Jr., 86, passed away Wed., September 16, 2020 at Woodbury Health Care.  A native of Cannon Co., he lived in Bradyville.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Hazel Charlene Farless Parker of Bradyville; 4 children, Vicky (Larry) Campbell of Woodbury, Deborah (Mickey) Fricks of Bradyville, Mark Parker and Roger (Danna) Parker both of Woodbury; grandchildren, Jamie (Tyler) Morten, Angie (Tony) James, Andy Parker, Signa (Eli) Walden, Cody Fricks, Will (Shellie) Parker, Dillon (Rachel) Parker, Bo Parker, Emily (Derek) Elgin and Matthew Pemberton; 11 great grandchildren; nephew, Jeremy Parker and his dog, Buddy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ike Parker, Sr. & Dorothy Davenport Alexander and his great grandson, Ralph Walden.

Ike was a member of the New Hope church of Christ and retired from General Electric after 32 years.  He was born and raised on the family farm that his great grandfather bought in 1800’s and that’s where he raised his family as well.  After retirement, he bought a portable sawmill and enjoyed many days using it.

Graveside Services will be 2:30 pm Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Cherry Cemetery with Bro. Ralph Richardson officiating. Visitation with the family will begin at 12 noon until 2 pm Woodbury Funeral Home.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Short Mtn. Bible Camp or New Hope church of Christ.

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

A.W. Thomas, 76, passed away Tues., September 15, 2020 at St. Thomas Rutherford hospital following a brief illness.  He was a native of Cannon Co.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Charlotte Morrow Thomas of Woodbury; daughter, Lanan Thomas of Woodbury; grandsons, Andrew (Annette) Smith of Smyrna, and Thomas (Ashley) Smith of Murfreesboro; great grandchildren, Andrew, Mercedes, and Izabelle Smith and sister, Marie Thomas of McMinnville.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie J. “Dig” and Nola Marie Young Thomas, his beloved son, Lee Thomas and his sister, Wilma Gean Smith.
 
A.W. was a member of the Church of Christ and served in the National Guard for 6 years.  He graduated barber school in 1971.  He owned and operated Hair Works in Murfreesboro for 45 years.  He enjoyed being a barber and had many friends through his work over the years. In his spare time, he also enjoyed woodworking Nascar and westerns but most of all, A.W. enjoyed his retirement.  A.W. was a loving husband and father.
 
Graveside Services will be 2 pm Friday, September 18, 2020 at Leoni Cemetery with Bro. Charlie Bowman officiating. Pallbearers include  Andrew Smith, Thomas Smith, Andrew Corbin Smith, Gary Blanton, Herbert Clyde Haley and Alan Brannon and honorary pallbearer,  Mike Bailey and Dane Harville.

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

Carsie Lee Sissom, age 83, of Bradyville passed away Monday, September 14, 2020 at Woodbury Health & Rehabilitation Center.  He was a native of Cannon Co.

Survivors include his daughter, Debra (Tommy) Davenport of Bradyville; Grandchildren, Karli Davenport, Jennifer Keomanivong, & Andrea Davenport; Brother, Earl Sissom of Garden City, MI; and Sisters-in-law, Frances Simmons of Manchester, Patricia Ferrell of Manchester and Audrey Sissom of Largo, Fl.

Mr. Sissom was preceded in death by his wife, Birdie Ferrell Sissom; Parents, Everett & Ezzie Gilley Sissom; and Brothers, Garrett Zelmer & Jesse Darrance Sissom.

He was a member of the Hollow Springs Community Church and was retired from General Electric.  He enjoyed mowing the yard, hunting, & sitting in the swing outside.

Funeral Services will be 10 AM Friday, September 18, 2020 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Sissom & Bro. Johnny Mac Brown officiating.  Interment will follow at Gilley Hill Cemetery.  Pallbearers include, Keith Sissom, Jesse Sissom, Donnie Ferrell, Dek Sissom, Pat Sissom and Cassie Sanders. Visitation with the family will be from 4 PM to 8 PM Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Woodbury Funeral Home.

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

Michelle “Missy” Lynn Keeney Peterson, age 55, of Woodbury passed away September 9, 2020 at St.Thomas Stones River ER.  She was a native of Allentown, PA.

Survivors include her husband, Dean Peterson of Woodbury; Parents, Ronald (Carol) Keeney of Mechanicsburg, PA & Phyllis (Bruce) Wertz Whitman of Emporium, PA; Brother, David Keeney of Emporium, PA; Brothers & Sisters-in-law, Robin Peterson, Kenneth Peterson, Eric (Lisa) Peterson, Glenn (Claudette) Peterson, & Dale (Donna) Peterson; and Nephews, Ross (Lindsey) Peterson & Levi Peterson.

Missy was a lover of all animals, but especially loved her horses, llamas, & pigs.  She worked as a Correction’s Officer at the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department.

Funeral Services will be 1 PM Saturday, September 12, 2020 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home.  Interment will follow at Reed Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 9 AM until time of the service Saturday.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net

Juanita Arnold, 82, of Woodbury passed away Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020 at her home following a short illness.  She was born in Smithville, TN. 

She is survived by her children, Kathy Arnold Davis and Ricky (Tammy) Arnold both of Woodbury; daughter-in-law, Pam Arnold of Woodbury; grandchildren, Chris (Linda) Davis, Jason Arnold, Ronica Arnold (Hester Lockridge), Jessica (Jimmie) Hayes, Blake Cummings, Nicholas Arnold, Emma Arnold, Katlyn Arnold, Maci Arnold, Aliyah Grace Arnold; great grandchildren, Kala Davis, Blake Davis, Jacob Davis, Brady Davis, Linsey Arnold, Hannah Jo Foulk, Lacie Arnold, Haylee Foulk, Dakota Hayes, Jesie Arnold and Kaine Arnold; great great grandchildren, Novalee Davis Heath, and Zeke Arnold

Ms. Arnold was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Robert Cripps; her sons, Roger Dale Arnold, Greg Arnold, Ronnie Arnold and Jimmy Arnold; son-in-law, Bobby Davis; grandson, Jonathon Davis; granddaughter, Angela Nicole Davis and great grandson, Devin Arnold.

Juanita was a member of the Hollow Springs Community Church, the Cannon Co. Senior Citizens center and was retired from Rich Products.  She loved working in her yard and took pride in her flowers and shrubs.  Juanita enjoyed shopping mainly for purses, shoes and jewelry. She loved music and spending time with her grandchildren.  

Funeral Services will be 2 pm Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Jonathan Womack officiating.  Interment will follow at Cherry Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be from 11 am until time of services at 2 pm.  Pallbearers include, Chris Davis, Blake Davis, Brady Davis, Lee Williams, Nicholas Arnold and Jimmie Hayes.

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

Mr. James “Jim” E. DeJoice, Jr., 76, of Woodbury passed away on September 5, 2020. He was born on February 14, 1944 in Renovo, Pennsylvania.  He was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward DeJoice and June Arlene Hills DeJoice.

He is Survived by his wife, Brenda Gravel DeJoice of Woodbury, sister, Janet DeJoice Stone of Renovo, PA, stepson, Dale McCambridge & wife Angel of Phoenixville, PA, aunt, Patricia Hills Lundfelt of Renovo, PA, niece, Kylinn Stone Gilmore & husband Brian of Magnolia, DE, nephew, Bryce Stone of Pennsburg, PA also by several cousins and many friends.

He was educated in PA at St. Joseph’s School, and Renovo High School graduating in 1962. He furthered his education at Penn State and at St. Augustus College, while in Philippines. A Vietnam Veteran, he served in United States Navy four years as Radarman on board USS Annapolis. Toured offshore Vietnam and Philippines, the South Seas, and the Caribbean.

Proudly served on the PA State Police for 20+ years, beginning with the PA. State Police Rodeo, a team of troopers performing precision formation, drills and tricks on horseback and Indian motorcycles at the Hershey Stadium for the benefit of various charities.  Continued service in narcotics, investigative work, highway patrol, retired in 1986 with commendations.

Owned and operated Pocono Limousine Service in PA for 10 years, was tractor trailer driver in PA, and after moving to TN, drove truck for Averitt Express driving a dedicated route for Nissan in Smyrna, TN.

After retirement, he enjoyed going to car shows, reading automotive magazines, and playing with his dogs, first Lucky, and later Spud.  You could ask him nearly anything about a classic car or hot rod, and he’d have the answer.

Worried about exposure of his friends to Covid, he did not desire a service, instead hoped only that friends remember him as he was when their paths first crossed. A Celebration of Life family service will be held in PA in Spring of 2021 when he goes home to rest eternally with his mother and father.

He was a member of American Legion Post 0279, Retired State Police of PA, and Fraternal Order of Police.

He and Brenda, his wife were grateful for medical care received from the VA, Alvin C York Campus, and the doctors and nursing staff at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital with special thanks to Dr Diana Kooper and Chaplain Kari.

In lieu of flowers, should anyone so wish, memorial contributions in his name can be made to PA State Police Historical, Educational & Memorial Center, (PSP-HEMC) at 187 Police Academy Dr, Hershey PA 17033 or the American Heart Assn 1818 Patterson St, Nashville TN 37203. Share memories and condolences with the family at www.smithfuneralhomewoodbury.net  Smith Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337