Obituaries

Dianne Oteri Emberton

June 8, 2021

Dianne Oteri Emberton age 66, of the Keltonburg Community passed away Saturday night June 5, 2021 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro. She was born April 1, 1955 to her parents, the late Gregory and Marjorie Edwards Oteri. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Dean “Buddy” Emberton. Ms. Dianne was a member of New Life United Pentecostal Church and worked at Kingston Timers. She is survived by daughters, Deana (Kevin) Jones of Smithville and Darla Emberton of Nashville; grandchildren, James Tramel and Ben Jones; special friends, Sandy Gass and Karla Warrick. Graveside services and interment will be 11:00AM Thursday, June 10, 2021 at Keltonburg Cemetery with Bro. Dwayne Cornelius officiating. There will not be any services or visitation held at the funeral home. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery at 11:00AM for the Graveside Service. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




Jerry Edward Herman

June 8, 2021

Mr. Jerry Edward Herman age 63 of Liberty, passed away Monday June 7, 2021 at his residence in the Pea Ridge Community. He was born March 18, 1958 to his parents, the late Ewin Herman and Josie Anderson Herman Hobbs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 sister, Judy Womack. He was a member of the Mt. Moriah The Baptist Church. Jerry worked for Cumming Signs for 13 years and with the Board of Education as a custodian for over 10 years. He is survived by his wife, Murinna Herman of Liberty; 2 daughters, Leslie (Zane) McKee of Lascassas and Olivia (Matthew) Melton of Auburntown; 6 grandchildren, Allie, Jackson, Brady, Mary Grace, Ava and Ivy; 1 sister, Vicky Murdock of Manchester. Graveside services and interment will be 1 PM Friday, June 10, 2021 at Mt. Moriah Cemetery with Bro. Leonard Herman officiating. There will not be any visitation or services held at the funeral home. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery for the graveside service at 1 PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




Marlon “MARTY” Dale Harris

June 6, 2021

Memorial services for Marlon “MARTY” Dale Harris, 62 of the Holmes Creek Community of DeKalb County, will be Wednesday, June 9 at 1 PM at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Jim Driver will officiate. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 11 AM until service time. Interment will be at Smellage Memory Gardens in the Boma Community of Putnam County at a later date.

Marty died suddenly Friday, June 4, 2021 at his home in the Holmes Creek Community.
He was born April 12, 1959 in Detroit, Michigan to Billy Everett and Lee Oma Carr Harris of Smithville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Lou Rector Harris on December 19, 2017.

Marty graduated from Centerline, Michigan High School in 1977. He attended Snow Hill Baptist Church.

Marty worked in assembly at General Motors and later at Precision Molding in Sparta.
He enjoyed shooting pool, watching sports on TV, family gatherings and listening to music.
Survivors in addition to his parents, include sister and brother-in-law Jill and James Somerville of Clarksville, nephew Sean Everett Somerville, aunts and uncles Tommie and Jim Driver of Bowling Green, Ky., Jim and Gloria Harris of Ringgold, GA, host of cousins and friends.

Hooper Huddleston Horner Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements




James Alford King

June 1, 2021

Mr. James Alford King age 74 of Dowelltown, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 30, 2021 at St. Thomas DeKalb Hospital in Smithville. He was born February 7, 1947 to his parents, the late John R. and Myrtle Sanders King. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 daughter, Tina Phillips and several siblings. James was self-employed tire shop worker and mowed lawns. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Bobbie King of Dowelltown; 2 daughters, Patricia Butcher of Dowelltown and Peggy King of Smithville; 5 grandchildren, Joshua Crook, Haley Butcher, James King, Jordan Crook and E.J. Enlow; 6 great-grandchildren, Paisley Crook, Noah Crook, Emma Crook, Addison King, Reanna King and Millie King; 1 sister, Tennie Rigsby of Chattanooga and several friends. The family has chosen a direct cremation and a service will be held later. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to DeKalb Funeral Chapel to help with funeral expenses, in memory of Mr. King. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.




Betty J. Fisk

May 28, 2021

A beautiful angel has gained her wings… Betty J. Fisk age 67 of Smithville, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at her home, surrounded by family. Betty was born on November 16, 1953 to Robert and Robbie Fisher in her life long town of Smithville, TN. She graduated from DeKalb County High School and attended Middle Tennessee State University. It was during this time she met and then married Lee Fisk. Soon after, on September 21, 1979 they welcomed her pride and joy, James Robert Fisk. Betty spent the next several years working and caring for her family. For almost a decade Betty has helped mold the minds of the next generation as a teacher for Special Ed at DeKalb County High School. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Robbie Fisher as well as her brother, Jerry Fisher. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Lee Fisk of Smithville; son, James Fisk; grandchildren, Kahele, Kavaughn, and Maddy; great-grandchild, Kahele, Jr.; brother, Sammy Fisher of Smithville; 2 sisters, Linda Ramsey and Carolyn Battle of McMinnville; several nieces and nephews also survive. She will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who were blessed to have known her. Funeral services will be 2 PM Saturday, May 29, 2021 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Burnes Lyons officiating and burial will follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. There will be a wake on Friday, May 28, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and a reviewal will be on Saturday 1:00 PM until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 PM. Due to COVID-19, the funeral home lounge is closed at this time and no food or drinks are allowed in the funeral home. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.




Kimberly Annice King

May 28, 2021

Ms. Kimberly Annice King, age 61 of McMinnville, TN passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at her residence.

Ms. King was born on December 27, 1959 in Nashville, TN to her parents, the late Willie Sherrill & Patricia Donnell Hobson. Also preceding her in death are 2 Brothers, Krieloen Sherrill & Roger Sherrill. She was a Homemaker & a member of the Northside Church of Christ.

A Graveside Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, June 3, 2021 at 3pm at the Baker’s Cemetery in Smithville, TN.  There will be no visitation or services held at the funeral home. Family and friends will gather at the cemetery just prior to the 3pm service.

Survivors include 2 Sons, John (Brittany) Clark of Murfreesboro, TN & Patrick (Deborah) Clark, Sr. of Nashville, TN. Grandson, Patrick Clark Jr. of Nashville, TN. Brother, Shawn Hobson of Cookeville, TN. Several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements




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