Charlotte Lockhart Barnard

February 14, 2025

Charlotte Lockhart Barnard, age 82, passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at NHC HealthCare in Smithville, TN.

Charlotte was born March 6, 1942 in Smithville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Houston (Bud) & Frances (Snooks) Lockhart, sister, Shirley Lockhart Ingram, as well as her husband, Laird Barnard.

A lifelong member of First United Methodist Church in Smithville, Charlotte was a teacher at DeKalb County Head Start for many years and spent most of her career working for Dekalb County Department of Children’s Services. She loved to garden, work in her yard, and absolutely loved all animals. Charlotte spent most of her retirement years joyfully spending time with her great grandchildren. She had an amazing upbeat attitude, something humorous to say, and always had a smile. One of her requests was that no sad music be played at her funeral service.

She is survived by her son Robin (Kristie) Driver, daughter Wendy Humphrey, grandsons Derek Driver and Ashton Campbell, six great grandchildren, Ethan Absher, Eli Humphrey, Kiana, Taylan, Robert, & Kiera Driver.

The family would like to thank the amazing staff at NHC HealthCare for all of the love and care Charlotte received over the past year.

Funeral services will be 1:30 PM Sunday at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. David Lunsford officiating and burial will follow at DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation with the family will be held on Sunday, February 16, 10:AM until the service at 1:30 PM

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to DeKalb Animal Coalition at www.petstn.com by calling or coming by the funeral home.

DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Barnard family.

February 14, 2025

Richard “Toledo” Schilt age 60 of Smithville passed away Thursday night February 13, 2025, at St. Thomas DeKalb ER. He was born September 28, 1964, to his parents the late Richard Ray & Esther Sickmiller Schilt. He was U.S. Navy Veteran, an avid pool player, auto mechanic, member of AmVets, and former member of the VFW. Survivors include his wife: Doreen Schilt of Smithville; Son: Brandon Schilt of Smithville; 2 Stepsons: Kyle Devers of Manchester, Derek Devers of Ohio; Sister: Lori Yoder of Smithville; Niece: Kiley Yoder of Smithville. The family has honored Mr. Schilt’s wishes to be cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Schilt family.

February 13, 2025

Dale Bullard age 64 of Smithville, passed away Wednesday February 12, 2025, at Quality Center for Rehab and Healing in Lebanon. He was born July 5, 1960, to his parents the late, Leburn and Ira Phillips Bullard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister: Ann Rigsby; brothers: Riley Bullard and Tim Bullard; mother of his children: Judy Bullard. Mr. Bullard was of the Non-denominational Faith and was a self-employed Electrician and Plumber. He is survived by children: Richard (Shannon) Bullard of Cookeville, and Jennifer Bullard of Smithville; grandchildren: Ricky Bullard, Lucas Bullard, Addilyn Bullard, Aleah Dye, Kayden Jacobs; great-grandchild: Silas Dye; sisters: Pamela (Buster) Pleasant of Rock Island and Marie (James) Bain of Smithville. Funeral services will be held 3:30PM Sunday February 16, 2025, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Darrell Gill officiating and burial to follow at DeKalb Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Saturday February 15, 2025, 2 PM till 8 PM and on Sunday February 16, 2025, 10:AM until the time of the service at 3:30 PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Bullard family.

February 11, 2025

Cristy Lynn Judkins age 53 passed away Tuesday February 11, 2025, at Willow Branch L T C Facility in McMinnville. She was born April 8, 1971, to her parents the late Leon and Janice Hicks Biggs. Cristy was of the Pentecostal Faith and a Factory Worker. She is survived by her husband, Douglas Judkins of Smithville; children, Becky (Corey) Dickens of Smithville, Amber Womack of McMinnville, and Sha (Phillip) Martin of Smithville; step-children, Jonathan Judkins, Eric Judkins, and Jason Judkins all of Smithville; 6 grandchildren; sister, Shannon Williams of McMinnville. Graveside services and burial will be held Wednesday February 12, 2025, at 11:00AM at Burton-Ponder Cemetery. There will not be any visitation or services held at the funeral home. Family and friends will meet at Burton-Ponder Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with final expenses. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Judkins family.

February 10, 2025

Claude “Mr. Bud” Astor Morgan, III, age 87 of Smithville, passed away Monday morning February 10, 2025, at his residence.  He was born September 4, 1937, to his parents, the late Claude Astor Morgan, II, and Florence Elizabeth Snyder Morgan Palmer.  He was a salesman for Cooper Tire & Rubber Co., served in the Virginia National Guard and attended Elizabeth Chapel Baptist Church.  Survivors include 2 Children: Julie (Mark) David of Smithville, Craig (Holly) Morgan of Ft. Worth, TX.; Grandchildren: Kristal (Johnny) Turner, Tyler (Elisabeth) David, Kylie Gathright, Geren Gathright; Great Grandchildren: Trace Turner, Natchez Turner, Flynn David and Rose David.  The family has honored Mr. Morgan’s request to be cremated.  A Memorial Service will be held 5 PM Saturday, February 15, 2025 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Bill Robertson officiating.  Visitation will be Saturday 4 PM until the service at 5 PM.  In addition to flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Alive Hospice or Alzheimer’s of the Upper Cumberland, in memory of Mr Morgan.  DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Morgan family.

February 9, 2025

Charles Elbert Young age 93, of the Dibrell Community passed away Saturday afternoon, February 8, 2025 at NHC HealthCare in McMinnville. He was born June 14, 1931 to his parents, the late Henry and Myrtle Jones Young. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 6 siblings, Maureen Gillette, Juanita Donalson, Betty Jean Young, Willie Young, Gerald Young and Marvin Young. Mr. Young was a retired Elementary School Teacher with Warren County Schools and he was a faithful member of the New Bildad Primitive Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Barbara Young of the Dibrell Community; 3 children, Terry (Joyce) Young of Smithville, Tonia (Marty) Lockman of Ft. Oglethorpe, GA and Tim (Marilyn) Young of Tunnel Hill, GA; 6 grandchildren, Erin, Amy, Kelley, Isaac, Nia and Tela; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Jimmy Earl (Marlene) Young of Dibrell; several nieces and nephews also survive. Graveside services and interment will be 10:AM Monday, February 10, 2025 at DeKalb Memorial Gardens with Elder Ricky Arnold officiating. There will not be any visitation or services held at the funeral home. Family and friends will meet at DeKalb Memorial Gardens for the graveside service at 10:AM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Young family.

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