Corey Shane Nicholson

August 18, 2023

Corey Shane Nicholson age 52 of Smithville passed away at his residence Friday, August 18, 2023. He was born September 22, 1970, to his mother, Judy Bratcher Hughes and his father, the late, Louis “Nick” Nicholson. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sherry Vanmeter, and brother, Leonard Nicholson. Mr. Nicholson was a United States Army Veteran and worked as a Welder at Tenneco Automotive. He is survived by his wife, Gracie Nicholson of Smithville; children, Trever Nicholson of Smyrna, Gaberille Miller of Murfreesboro, John Hayes of Sparta, Madison (Shawn) Cline of Smithville and Gracelynn Nicholson of Smithville. grandchildren, Timothy Nicholson, Madilynn Barrett, Marilynn Cline, and Maverick Cline; mother, Judy (David) Hughes of Murfreesboro; sisters, Rhonda (Gary) Ryan of Smyrna, Sheri (Billy) Bickford of Lascassas, Carrie (David) Hughes of Shelbyville, Elizabeth Hughes of Murfreesboro; father-in-law Ronald Ferrell, Sr. and mother-in-law, Peggy Ferrell, brother-in-law, Ronald Ferrell, Jr. Funeral service will be held 1 PM Monday, August 21, 2023, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Darrell Gill officiating with Military Honors and burial to follow in Mt. Holly Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 10:AM until the time of the service at 1 PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements

August 18, 2023

Norman Arlo Emmert, 84, of Smithville passed from this life on August 16, 2023.

Norman was known by many nicknames: Norm, Butterbean, Bean, and to his nieces and nephews, Uncle Shorty. He was born May 19, 1939, in Aiken, MN to his parents, the late, Lawrence and Louise Winters Emmert. After graduating from Montevideo High School in 1957, Norman served his country in the Air Force from 1958 to 1962. While he was stationed at the base in Smyrna, TN, he was introduced to Mackie Ann Martin. They were married March 30, 1963, and resided in Smithville. He retired from Mallory Controls in Sparta and spent many years farming at their home and serving as a member of Smithville Church of Christ. During his retirement years, Norman was an avid supporter of the DeKalb County High School sports teams, and especially the Tigerette softball program where many home runs were rewarded by their biggest fan.

In addition to his parents, Norman was preceded in death by his wife: Mackie Ann Emmert; Siblings: Ray Emmert, Ramona Larson, Eugene Emmert, Donald Emmert and Rose Margaret Emmert.

Norman is survived by his daughters Andria (Thomas) Turner of Madison, AL and Norma Lynn Emmert of Smithville, sister-in-law Thelma Martin of Smithville, along with several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Norman will be held 2 PM Sunday at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Dan Gulley officiating and burial to follow in the Bonham Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Saturday from 3 PM until 6 PM and Sunday 1PM until the time of service at 2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the DeKalb County Tigerette Softball program, Smithville Church of Christ Work Camp fund, or your favorite Veteran’s Organization.

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff of Smithville NHC and Gentiva Hospice for their excellent care and support in Norman’s later years. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

August 18, 2023

Mrs. Patricia Marie Gay, age 69 of Smithville, passed away Thursday afternoon at St. Thomas DeKalb Hospital ER. She was a Methodist and retired from Ingram Book Company.

She was born on August 22, 1953 in Canton, Illinois to her parents, Robert and Hazel Hoffmann who preceded her in death.

The family has chosen direct cremation and there will be no visitation.

Survivors of Mrs. Gay include her husband, David Mike Gay Sr of Smithville, Daughter, Heather (Jeramey) Anderson of Ooltewah, Step-son, Mike (Angie) Gay of Alexandria, Grandchildren, Addison, Avery & AJ Anderson of Ooltewah, Michelle Gay (Evan) Ward of Alexandria, Sister, Kathy Halterman of Missouri. Also all of her mermaid and lake friends.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

August 18, 2023

Rachel Lucille Sprague passed away at her home in Smithville. She was born May 16, 1976, to her parents Lila Garrell and the late, Norman Sprague. She was a Homemaker. Ms. Sprague is survived by 4 children: Bailee (Enrique)Villegas of McMinnville, Elliot Davis of Smithville, Cheyene Ferrell of Smithville, and Ally Tarpley of Smithville; grandchildren: Emma and Sylvie Villegas, Journiee and Everlee Davenport; mother: Lila Garrell of Smithville; sisters: Amanda Sprague Baugh of Nashville, Nena Bell Beckman of Smithville, Yvonne Woodard of Smithville; brothers: Buddy Sprague of Woodbury, Jimmy Sprague of Murfreesboro, and Joe Giles of Smithville; several nieces and nephews; special friend: Dennis Blackford of Smithville. Funeral service will be held 4 PM Monday August 21, 2023, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Phillip Bandy officiating and burial to follow in Jefferson Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Monday August 21, 2023, 11:AM until the time of the service at 4 PM. The family ask donations to be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

August 18, 2023

Wilma “Jean” Johnson, age 91 of Sparta, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Bailey Manor in Cookeville, Tennessee.

She was born April 26, 1932 in Dekalb County, Tennessee, and she was the daughter of the late Beecher and Willie Mae Turner Edmonds. Wilma loved to sew. She retired from Fisher Body in Detroit where she was an interior seamstress. Jean also worked at the Sparta Shirt Factory prior to moving to Michigan for work, as many others did during those years. After retirement, Jean and Huston returned to the Falling Water community in Sparta, where they enjoyed their lives together.

Oaklawn Funeral Home in Sparta is in charge of the arrangements

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Huston Johnson and brother, Estes Edmonds.

Survivors include:

Sons- Roger Johnson (Kathy) of Sparta, TN and Gary Johnson (Karen) of Sterling Heights, MI

Grandson- Eric Johnson (Koni)

Granddaughters- Melissa Thompkins (Brent), Jessica Fox (Jason), Devin Ptaszynski (Joe), Jennifer Hall (Joe), and Robyn Higgs

11 Great-Grandchildren

Sister- Sheila Patterson (Troy) of Calhoun, GA

Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 21, 2023, at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Jackie Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Johnsons Chapel Cemetery. The family will welcome friends on Sunday, August 20, 2023, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM and again on Monday from 10:00 AM until time of the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Johnsons Chapel Cemetery Care Fund at the funeral home.

August 14, 2023

Lera Petty Tisdale, age 83, of Smithville, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at her residence. She was a member of Pomeroy Baptist Church and retired from Kingston Timers.

She was born May 24,1940 to her parents, the late Homer and Zellma Petty.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Tisdale, and one son, Steve Tisdale.

Ms. Lera is survived by 4 children, Billy Wayne (Angela) Tisdale of Smithville, Michael (Sandra) Tisdale of Smithville, Debra (Brent) Bynum of Cookeville, and Bobby Tisdale of Smithville; 7 grandchildren, Amy (Chad) Hill of Murfreesboro, Joey (Angelina) Tisdale of GA, Codey Tisdale of Knoxville, Brandie (Nick) Patterson of Smithville, Riley (Kayla) Bullard of Smithville, Zachary Tisdale of Smithville, and Brandon (Lisa) Colwell of Smithville; 14 great grandchildren; special cousins, Ruthie Thomason and Rebecca Petty both of Smithville.

The funeral service will be at 1pm on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home with burial to follow in Petty Cemetery. Bro. Clayton Lee and Bro. Bryan Jones will officiate. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 9am until the time of the funeral service at 1pm.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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