Obituaries

Clarksville & Erin, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for Clarksville, Erin, Montgomery and Houston county, TN.

Pastor Louie Montoya

Pastor Louie Montoya

Dec 18, 2025

Cardenio Luis Montoya, age 81, of Clarksville, TN went Home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He was lovingly known to many as “Pastor Louie”.

Celebration of Life will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at First Assembly of God Church with Pastor Daniel Ramsey and Rev. Andrew Fallis...

Manonne Ellis

Manonne Ellis

Dec 18, 2025

Manonne Ellis, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on October 11, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan, she dedicated her life to serving others and cherishing her family.

As a young lady, Manonne answered the call to serve by enlisting in the US Army. Later in life, she and her husband, Herbert...

Emma Brake

Emma Brake

Dec 11, 2025

Emma Lee Varda Brake, a devoted grandmother, adored mother and beloved friend, passed away suddenly on December 11, 2025, at the age of 81.

Born in Collinsville, Illinois, she was the daughter of Dominick Varda and Alice Ruth Varda. After graduating from Collinsville High School, she attended the Moler School of Cosmetology in St. Louis, Missouri to then begin her cosmetology...

Amanda Kay Stockman

Amanda Kay Stockman

Dec 12, 2025

Amanda Kay Stockman, age 45, departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior on December 12, 2025 at her home.

Amanda was born on February 11, 1980, at Memorial Hospital to Dwight and Sandra Stockman. She leaves behind two sons, Issac Stockman and Michael Moody; her father, Dwight Stockman; brother, Scottie (Molly) Stockman; nephews, Cody and Shawn Stockman; niece,...

Donna Jean Collins

Donna Jean Collins

Dec 22, 2025

Donna Jean Mullins Collins, age 89, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2025 with Bishop C.D. Wolford officiating. Burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and again on Saturday from 12 noon until...

Judy Gail Byard

Judy Gail Byard

Dec 21, 2025

Judy Gail Byard, age 74, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Rev. Joel Nulty officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. and...

Erika Vaughn

Erika Vaughn

Dec 21, 2025

Erika Hilde Vaughn, age 90, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025.

Private services are being planned for a later date.

Erika entered this life on March 21, 1935, in Wiesbaden, Germany to the late Wilhelm and Johanna Preuss. She immigrated to the US and became a US Citizen. She was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in...

David Wayne Lynch

David Wayne Lynch

Dec 20, 2025

David Wayne Lynch, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Palmyra, Tennessee, on December 20, 2025, at the age of 68. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments.

Born on July 24, 1957, in Montgomery County, Tennessee, David grew up in the Montgomery Central School System, which instilled in him...

Vincent Cristaldi

Vincent Cristaldi

Dec 19, 2025

Vincent Cristaldi, “Vinny” age 82 , of Clarksville, TN passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.

Graveside Services and Military Honors will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.

Vincent entered this life on October 23, 1943 in Cambridge, NY to the late Mario and Constance Cristaldi. He was a Veteran of The...

William B. Singerhoff

William B. Singerhoff

Dec 19, 2025

William B. Singerhoff, age 84, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.

No services are planned at this time.

William entered this life on February 18, 1941 in Elmyra, NY to the late William P. Singerhoff and Helena Pedaloomis Singerhoff. He was a CW-2 Retired Veteran of The United States Army and had a 20 year career with the...

Jo Ann Meacham

Jo Ann Meacham

Dec 19, 2025

Jo Ann Meacham, age 85 of Erin, TN, passed away December 19, 2025 at Park View Meadows Senior Living in Murfreesboro, TN.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2025 at the Chapel of Nave Funeral Home with Rev. Daniel Medders officiating. Burial will follow in Alsobrooks Cemetery.

The Meacham family will receive friends on Sunday...

Sylvia Mercedes Davila Aviles

Sylvia Mercedes Davila Aviles

Dec 19, 2025

Sylvia Mercedes Davila Aviles, age 83, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Modesto Martinez.

The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Sylvia entered this life on August...

Christopher Guevara

Christopher Guevara

Dec 15, 2025

Christopher Guevara, born June 4, 1985, tragically left this world, leaving behind a legacy marked by dedication and service.

He served an eleven-year career in the United State Army, where he distinguished himself through his courageous service during the Global War on Terror. Christopher endured multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, embodying the spirit of resilience and commitment to his country....

Eleonore  Williams

Eleonore Williams

Dec 13, 2025

  

    Our beloved Eleonore Williams, affectionately known by all who loved her as “Elly” was born on July 17, 1955 in Numremberg, Germany to James and Hildegard Sample, who preceded her in death as well as her sister, Evelina Veitz. Elly united in holy matrimony with Richard (Rick) Williams on July 3, 2006. Eleanor lived a life defined by...

Teresa Lynn Thomason

Teresa Lynn Thomason

Dec 11, 2025

Teresa Lynn Thomason, age 63, of Cunningham, TN passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Phillip Chambers officiating.

Burial will follow at Marion United Methodist Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Sunday from 11 a.m. until the hour of...

Ethel "Irene" Smith

Ethel "Irene" Smith

Dec 10, 2025

Ethel “Irene” Smith, age 78, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Tay Joslin officiating. Burial will follow at Little Hope Baptist Church cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the hour...

Jerry "Bubba" Heatherly

Jerry "Bubba" Heatherly

Dec 10, 2025

Jerry Michael Heatherly “BUBBA”, age 57 of Clarksville, TN passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving caretakers.

Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, December 15, 2025, at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Will Binkley officiating. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Monday.

He was born on...

Theresa "Terri" Johnson Lyle

Theresa "Terri" Johnson Lyle

Dec 9, 2025

Theresa “Terri” Johnson Lyle, age 65 of Erin, TN, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Horizon Medical Center.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Springhill Church with Bro. Brian Henley and Bro. Richard Neal officiating. Burial will follow in Lewis Cemetery.

The Lyle family will receive friends on Saturday from 4:00...

Larry Bryant

Larry Bryant

Dec 9, 2025

 

Larry Wayne Bryant, age 79, of Clarksville, went to be with the LORD on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, while comforted by the loving presence of his family. He was born on April 25, 1946, in Clarksville, where he spent his life dedicated to both his family and his career in public service.

Larry began a fruitful career in public service in...

Kenneth Ray Kent

Kenneth Ray Kent

Dec 9, 2025

Kenneth Ray Kent, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Clarksville, Tennessee, on December 9, 2025, surrounded by the comfort of his family. He was born on September 15, 1952, in Montgomery County, Tennessee and spent his formative years in Cumberland City, where he graduated from the W.T. Thomas School in the Class of...