Obituaries

Clarksville & Erin, TN Obituaries

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

Jesse Wayne McCartney

Jesse Wayne McCartney

Nov 26, 2024

Jesse Wayne McCartney, age 71 of Tennessee Ridge, TN, passed away Thursday, November 26, 2024 at his residence. 

 Jesse entered this life on July 19, 1953 in Piggott, AR, son to the late Wayne and Ernestine McCartney. Jesse faithfully served his county in the United States Air Force and was a talented woodworker who could build anything; he will be greatly...

Joseph Walton Baggett JR

Joseph Walton Baggett JR

Nov 25, 2024

  Joseph Walton Baggett Jr. died peacefully at home November 25, 2024 in Cumberland City, TN. He spent his final days with family, close friends, and loved ones. He kept his sense of humor and positivity to the end. Joe was a lifelong learner and adventurer who travelled the world, served his country, inspired others, and believed in the unlimited...

Delores Betty Marlinghaus

Delores Betty Marlinghaus

Nov 25, 2024

Delores Betty Marlinghaus, 87 of Clarksville, TN passed away on November 25, 2024. 

Graveside Service will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Evergreen Cemetery. 

She was born on January 1, 1937 in Cedar Lake, Indiana; daughter of the late Roscoe and Bessie Brawley. 

In addition to her parents Delores was preceded in death by her son, Gary Arnold; brother, Leon...

Ronald Lee Jones

Ronald Lee Jones

Nov 25, 2024

Ronald Lee Jones, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, in Clarksville, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 16, 1955, in Springfield, Illinois, Ronald led a life marked by honor and dedication.

After serving with great distinction, he retired from the United States Army with the rank of Sergeant First Class. His military career was a testament to...

Dale Crawford

Dale Crawford

Nov 25, 2024

Dale E. Crawford, lovingly known as “Skip”, age 72, of Cunningham, TN passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024.

A Masonic Service for Dale’s family and friends will be at 12 noon on Monday, December 2, 2024 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home. Visitation will follow until the hour of service at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Dr. Ted Denny...

Ed Poston

Ed Poston

Nov 24, 2024

Norville Edward Poston, a veteran of the Korean War and longtime resident of Clarksville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Ed, as he was known to many, was born January 7, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Irwin Norville Poston and Nellie Hallie Freeman Poston. 

 Ed was the embodiment of love, resilience, and adventure. He loved to share...

James Thomas Johnson

James Thomas Johnson

Nov 24, 2024

James “Jimmy” Thomas Johnson, 90, passed away on November 24, 2024 at Tennessee Veterans Home in Clarksville, Tennessee. Jimmy was born in Escambia County, Florida on November 29, 1933 and resided in Pensacola, Florida for the majority of his life. In 2021, John and his wife, Lori, helped Jimmy and Martha relocate to Adams, Tennessee after Jimmy’s health and memory...

Sherry Stringfield Baggett

Sherry Stringfield Baggett

Nov 23, 2024

Sherry Stringfield Baggett, age 71 formerly of Erin, TN, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024 at her residence. 

 A private Celebration of Life Service will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

 Sherry entered this life on May 11, 1953 in Erin, TN, daughter to the late Wade and Martha Stringfield. Sherry was a faithful member of Bear Springs Baptist Church and was...

Lee Tatum

Lee Tatum

Nov 22, 2024

Lee Tatum, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, in Clarksville, Tennessee, at the age of 76. He was born on May 3, 1948, in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, where he would later dedicate much of his time to uplifting the community through the Civitan Club and various other volunteering efforts.

As a young man, Lee both served briefly in the US Navy...

Betty June Wade Harmon

Betty June Wade Harmon

Nov 21, 2024

Betty June Wade Harmon, age 94, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024.

Celebration of Life will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Revs. Bill Graham and Lisa Groves Payton officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Memorial Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the hour of...

Wanda Faye Owen

Wanda Faye Owen

Nov 21, 2024

Wanda Faye Owen, age 80 of Erin, TN, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Signature Healthcare of Erin. 

 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Dotsonville Baptist Church with Bro. Dennis Kirk officiating. Burial will follow in Dotsonville Baptist Church Cemetery. 

 The Owen family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until...

Gerald Wayne Lomax

Gerald Wayne Lomax

Nov 20, 2024

Gerald “Wayne” Lomax, age 74 of Dickson, TN, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Horizon Medical Center. 

 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 25, 2024 at the Chapel of Nave Funeral Home with Bro. Stephen Cathey officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery. 

 The Lomax family will receive friends on Sunday from 4:00 p.m....

Lenora Ann Shelton

Lenora Ann Shelton

Nov 20, 2024

 Lenora Ann Shelton, age 64 of Erin, TN, passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Signature Healthcare of Erin. 

 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 22, 2024 at Baggett’s Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Terry Bear officiating. 

 Lenora entered this life on September 27, 1960 in Clarksville, TN, daughter to the late Howard and Doreen Hughes. Lenora...

Jerry L. Anderson

Jerry L. Anderson

Nov 19, 2024

Jerry L. Anderson, a dedicated veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away on November 19, 2024 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Born on January 27, 1943, in Houston County, Tennessee, Jerry’s life was a testament to both service to country and faithfulness to family.

Retiring after a commendable 27-year career with the Air Force, Jerry played a significant role in pivotal...

Jean Spriggs

Jean Spriggs

Nov 18, 2024

Jean C. Spriggs of Hopkinsville, KY passed away on November 18, 2024 with members of her loving family beside her. She was 97 years old.

Jean was born in Barnett, England on November 12, 1927 to Leslie and Florence Rye. Jean grew up in London, survived the German bombing blitz, spending many nights in a bomb shelter. She met the love...

Phillip Wayne Taylor

Phillip Wayne Taylor

Nov 18, 2024

Phillip Wayne Taylor, age 72, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at his home. He was lovingly known as “Tater Bug”.

Celebration of Life will be held 12 noon, on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at McReynolds-Nave & Larson Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Rittenberry officiating. Burial will follow at Davidson Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday,...

Terry Wayne Lewis

Terry Wayne Lewis

Nov 17, 2024

Terry Wayne Lewis, age 79 of Erin, TN, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. 

 A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at the Chapel of Nave Funeral Home. Burial will follow in McMillan Cemetery. Masonic Funeral Rites will be held 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening. 

 Family will receive friends...

Samantha Dobbs

Samantha Dobbs

Nov 16, 2024

Samantha Mae Dobbs, age 54, of Clarksville, TN passed away on November 16, 2024.

Samantha entered this life on May 6, 1970, in Nashville to the late, Ronnie Howell and Rita Rickman. She enjoyed taking care of relatives and had a very nurturing nature. She will be remembered for her big heart. 

Left to cherish her memory are her children; Brent Lee...

Denise Wright

Denise Wright

Nov 16, 2024

Denise Marie Wright, age 58, of Clarksville, TN passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Denise entered this life on January 29, 1966 in Brockton, Massachusetts to the late Michael and Jean Fountain. Staying true to her Massachusetts roots, Denise enjoyed cheering on the New England Patriots.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Debra Fountain,...

James Edward Ban

James Edward Ban

Nov 16, 2024

James Edward Ban, 90 of Addison, IL., passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024. 

He was born in Chicago, IL., on June 21, 1934; the son of the late Martin and Nellie Bluebell Ban. James retired from Xerox after 30 plus years. He was a collector of coins, guns and antiques.

James was preceded in death by his wife, Jeannine Ortman Ban;...