Hilda Lou Puckett Garrett

July 10, 2024

Mrs. Hilda Lou Puckett Garrett, age 81 of Smithville, passed away Tuesday, July 9 at the Webb House in Smithville. She was a member of the Smithville Church of God and a retired manager at Bee Jay Apparel. She had a love of wild flowers and working in them in her landscaping.

Mrs. Garrett was born on December 16, 1942 in Smithville to her parents, the late Casto and Josie Staley Puckett. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her son, Jeff Garrett; one brother, Morris Puckett and one sister, Marie Webb.

Visitation with the Garrett family will be on Wednesday from 3:00 until 8:00 pm and on Thursday from 10:00 am until the service at 1:00 pm. Bro. Chris Moore will officiate and burial will follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens.

Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Keith Garrett of Smithville; son, Scott (Kelley) Garrett of Cookeville; 3 grandchildren, Claire Garrett of Smithville, Austin (Amber) Garrett of Murfreesboro, and Sloane (Hayden) Hill of Cookeville; 2 great-grandchildren, Summer Garrett of Smithville and Mary Kendall Garrett of Murfreesboro; 3 sisters, Carolyn (Jerry) Tramel, Gail Kirksey, and Bettye Pollard all of Smithville; brother-in-law, Don Garrett and sister-in-law, Yvonne Williams both of Arkansas. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Webb House staff and Gentiva Hospice.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations please be made to the Smithville Church of God

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

July 9, 2024

Mrs. Oleta Robbins Stanton passed away peacefully at age 96 on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, after a long and beautiful life.

Mrs. Stanton was born on Dec. 7, 1927, in Byrdstown, Tenn., to Virgil Winsted Robbins and Donna Myrtle (Reagan) Robbins, the only daughter of six children. She graduated from Pickett County High School in 1946, and dedicated her life to caring for her family, making a home and following her passions.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband Fowler G. Stanton. Together, they built a life on love, family, faith and music in Smithville, Tenn., where they were members of the First United Methodist Church. Mama O deeply loved her children and grandchildren and was passionate in her interests.

While her main priority was being a devoted mom, she also had an eye for fashion and style. (Among the many, many lessons handed down, “Remember, black shoes do not go with everything.”) Mrs. Stanton enjoyed working in local businesses Smithville Dress Shop, Zollicoffer’s and Nichol’s Jewelry. She also served local schools, as a teacher’s assistant at the York Institute and a seamstress for the high school marching bands that Mr. Stanton directed in DeKalb, Smith and Jackson counties.

An avid reader, Mrs. Stanton loved memoirs and biographies, as she enjoyed learning about people, their stories and their lives. There, she fell in love with the Kennedy’s Camelot and Grace Kelly. Mrs. Stanton moved through her life with grace, with a green thumb, training as an archeress, a flair for hostessing and a passion about animal rights causes. Her donations were always anonymous, and her style was always flawless.

Along with her husband, Mrs. Stanton was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Harold, Ralph, Kelly, Keith and Ward Robbins; and stepson Tommy Stanton.

Mrs. Stanton is survived by one son, Harold Edward (Vicki) Copeland of Cookeville, Tenn.; two daughters, Donna Jane Copeland of Nashville, Tenn., and Sonata (Rob) Helbig of Hendersonville, Tenn.; one stepdaughter Melody (Dr. Tim) Foster of Old Hickory, Tenn.; four grandsons, Duke and Dean Rayburn and Ethan and Braden Copeland; two granddaughters, Lauren (Gabe) Fiscus and Katie Foster (fiancé Jan Niec); and great-granddaughter Adelaide Fiscus.

A visitation will be held from 12:30-2 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, and a celebration of life officiated with Bro. David Hill will follow.

Memorials in Mrs. Stanton’s honor may be made to Red Cedar Glen Senior Living, 202 Walton Ferry Rd., Hendersonville, TN 37075; or the First United Methodist Church Capital Campaign, P.O. 95, Smithville, TN 37166.

Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements

July 7, 2024

Mr. J.D. Pedigo, age 89 of Smithville, passed away on Saturday, July 6 at St. Thomas West in Nashville. He was retired from Kingston Timers and a member of Smithville Church of God.

He was born in Smithville on February 22, 1935 to his parents, the late Othel and Bessie Billings Pedigo. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Ethelene Cantrell Pedigo; daughter, Melanie Faith Pedigo; 2 brothers, Garland Pedigo and Royce Pedigo; nephews, Larry Pedigo and Steve White; great-niece, Bobbie Pedigo; great-nephew, Corey Pedigo.

Visitation with family will be in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home on Monday from noon until 8pm and on Tuesday from 10am until the service at 2pm. Burial will follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens with Bro. Chris Moore officiating.

Survivors include 2 special nephews, Tim (Andra) Pedigo and Glynn (Melody) Pedigo all of Smithville; 5 nephews, Jeff (Sherry) Pedigo of Murfreesboro, Mark (Virginia) White of Gallatin, Darrell (Claudia) Pedigo, David White, Thomas (Tammy) White, and Paul White all of Smithville; 3 nieces, Tina (Jeff) Allred of Mississippi, Marlene Romo, and Beth Adcock both of Smithville; special aunt, Eva Cubbins of Smithville; uncle, Alfred Pedigo of Smithville; and special companion, Bella.

In addition to flowers, donations can be made to Emma’s Kids Closet at Smithville Church of God.

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

July 6, 2024

Mr. Willie Andrew Underwood age 68 of Smithville, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024 at NHC Healthcare in Smithville. He was born in Cannon County on April 16, 1956 to his parents, the late Nolon and Dorothy May Estes Underwood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Calvin Underwood. Willie was a member of the House of Prayer in Smithville. To have known Willie, was to know a man that loved the Lord, his family and everyone he came in contact with. He leaves to cherish his memory, 5 sisters, Mary (Roger) Smith and Rebecca (Jimmy) Farris both of McMinnville, Brenda (EL) Anderson of Liberty, Joyce Farless of Lebanon and Wanda (Terry) Beshearse of Smithville; 1 brother, Greg (Tonya) Johnson of Rock Island and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2 PM Monday, July 8, 2024 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bros. Curtis Young and Michael Hale officiating and burial will follow in DeKalb Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday 1 PM until 5 PM and Monday 10:AM until the time of the service at 2 PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Underwood family.

July 5, 2024

Mr. Glenn Delmar Byford, age 82 of McMinnville, passed away Thursday morning at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro. He was a retired heavy equipment operator with Hurst Construction and a farmer. He truly enjoyed his gardening in his later years.

Mr. Byford was born on May 14, 1942 in Smithville. He was preceded in death by his parents; Marlin and Hattie Bogle Byford and one sister; Sybil Gunter.

There will be a graveside service held Sunday at 2:00 pm at DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Danny Evans and Phillip Close will officiate. There will be no visitation held at the funeral home.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years; Betty Ruth Neal Byford, 2 daughters; Glenda (Bryan) Taylor of Quebeck and Cheryl (Chris) Sneed of McMinnville, 2 grandchildren; McKenzie (Brett) Mullican of Colorado and Madi Taylor (Preston Way) of Chattanooga, 5 siblings; Donald (Alfreda) Byford of McMinnville, Wilma Foster of Woodbury, Carl Byford  and Faye Byford of McMinnville and Sue (Phillip) Close of Smithville, brother-in-law; David Gunter of McMinnville, several nieces and nephews also survive.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Gentiva Hospice in McMinnville, Special caregivers; Cora Beth Rhody Taylor, Layla Hasten and Renee Wren. Also Ascension River Park Hospital ER and ICU staff. Love-Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

July 4, 2024

Graveside Services for Mr. Sam Bates Neely, age 88, of Livingston will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2024, from the Concord Cemetery, with Military Honors provided at graveside by the Overton County Veterans Honor Guard.  The family will welcome friends at the graveside.

Mr. Neely passed from this life on Wednesday morning, July 3, 2024, from the Overton County Health & Rehab.  He was born at home in Clay County, Tennessee on October 2, 1935, to the late Dallas and Ella Kendall Neely.  Sam was a block and brick mason for many years and enjoyed his work all over the community.  He loved all animals and had several of his own throughout his lifetime.  He was honored to serve his country as a United States Marine.  Sam enjoyed life, having fun and going to square dances.

Sam leaves behind his loving and devoted friend for over 30 years, Mrs. Peggy Johnson of Smithville and Livingston; daughter, Robin Spencer of Phoenix, AZ; grandson, Justin Spencer and wife Jordan of Phoenix, AZ; great grandchildren, Miles, Berkeley, Jackson, and Lincoln Spencer; granddaughter-in-law, Greta Spencer Neelsen of Phoenix, AZ; special extended family, Teresa and Larry Caldwell of Smithville.

In addition to his parents, Sam was preceded in death by his grandson, Douglas Spencer; brother, Glen Neely; sisters, Eula Smith, Odell Bolton, Lucy Likens, Claudia Ogletree, and Lou Rich.

Speck Funeral Home in Livingston is in charge of the arrangements and this information is provided as a courtesy of DeKalb Funeral Chapel.

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