Vicky Lynn Terrell

November 2, 2024

Vicky Lynn Terrell passed from this life and met her Savior face-to-face on November 1, 2024, at the age of 71.

Vicky was born on July 24, 1953, to the late John Lawson Pirtle, Jr. and the late Frankie Gilreath Pirtle in Smithville, TN. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents John Lawson Pirtle and Minnie Holt Pirtle of Smithville, TN; her maternal grandparents Alvie Gilreath and Nancy Pack Gilreath of Smithville, TN; and her sister Phyllis Josleyn (Steve) of Old Hickory, TN.

Vicky is survived by her husband of 49 years, David R. Terrell of Smithville, TN; sons Dr. Justin Terrell (Emily) of Dandridge, TN, and Roth Terrell (Jessica) of Smithville, TN; grandchildren Sadie Lynn and Jaden Laurie Terrell of Dandridge, TN, and William Roth and Amelia Grace Terrell of Smithville, TN; sister Carol Hendrix (Tucker) of Smithville, TN; brother Stephen Pirtle (Darlene) of Old Hickory, TN; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews: Melissa Delaney (Jay), Rhonda Oram (Doug), Ashley French (Dr. Todd), Dr. John Delaney (Dr. Melissa), Kelsey Delaney (Aaron), Brandon Pirtle, Edison French, Stowe French, and Anna French.

Vicky was an amazingly selfless woman of faith who sought to glorify God and love others well in all that she did. Her elegance was unmatched, her laughter was contagious, and her open arms left no one out. The Lord changed her life at the age of nine, and she faithfully served as an active member of Smithville First Baptist Church for the last four decades in various roles, most recently as the Nursery Chair and as a member of the Friendship Committee.

Affectionately called “Nanny” by her grandchildren, Vicky greatly loved her family and thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time with them, cooking for them, and traveling with them. She joyfully celebrated every single big and small accomplishment, and her beautiful handwriting encouraged and congratulated countless people over the years. She was a close friend to many, a beloved teacher of 20 years, and a generous giver to many in need.

Vicky’s funeral service will be held on Monday, November 4, at 1:00 pm in the chapel at Smithville First Baptist Church. Rev. Bill Robertson, Roth Terrell, Dr. Chad Ramsey, and Dr. Justin Terrell will share memories of Vicky’s life. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm and on Monday from 11:00 am until the service time in the chapel at Smithville First Baptist Church. Burial will be in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, gifts can be given to the Smithville First Baptist Church Legacy Fund.

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

October 30, 2024

Doyle Franklin Hansard, age 89, of Smithville, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on the evening of Monday, October 28th at 8:30pm. Born on December 3, 1934, Doyle was the beloved son of the late Willard Franklin and Lois Irene Hansard. A devoted Baptist, he served as a deacon since 1961, demonstrating his deep faith and commitment to the Lord.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Georgia Hansard, Glenda Hansard, and Wilma Pierce, and one brother, Void Hansard.

Doyle is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Phyllis Elaine Hansard, who was the love of his life. He is also survived by his sons, Gerald Hansard of Tazewell and Richard (Lynda) Hansard of Smithville; his brothers, Rondal Hansard of Tazewell, Mike (Nancy) Hansard of Tazewell, and Dean (Mary Francis) Hansard of Norris. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Melissa (Vincent) Daniels, Tracey Hansard (Phillip Williams), Lauren (Randy) Noska, and Randall Hansard (Kali Hutson), as well as his great-grandchildren, Emily Daniels and Neyland Noska.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to his special nurse, Tanna Harris, for the wonderful care provided.

Funeral services will be held at 7pm on Thursday, October 31 in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, with visitation from 4-7pm prior to the service. Bro. Chad Ramsey will officiate. Following the service, Mr. Doyle will be transferred to Coffey Funeral Home in New Tazewell, TN, where the family will receive friends on Saturday, November 2 from 11am-1pm, with a service at 1pm. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Smithville First Baptist Church Legacy Program in memory of Mr. Doyle.

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

October 29, 2024

Thomas “Tom” Richard Zdancewicz, age 57, of Smithville, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 15, 1967, to his parents, Jerome Zdancewicz and Margaret Carroll, Tom was a self-employed race car fabricator.

He is survived by his loving wife, Laura Zdancewicz and their three sons, Cory Zdancewicz, Kyle Zdancewicz, and Billy Zdancewicz all of Smithville. He also leaves behind his brothers, Bryan Zdancewicz, Jerome Zdancewicz, and Tommy Fabian, and his sister, Trisha Fabian. His dad, Jerome “Sonny” Zdancewicz, and father, Tom Fabian, along with several nieces and nephews, also surviving him.

The family has chosen cremation, and a memorial service will be held on Friday, November 8, at 3pm. Visitation with the family will be from 1:00 until the time of service at 3.

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

October 28, 2024

Percy Lee Pinegar, Sr., age 89 passed away at his residence in Smithville, Saturday October 26, 2024. He was born June 1, 1935, to his parents the late Jessie Lee and Ethal Elizabeth Young Pinegar. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, David Wayne Pinegar; daughter, Debra Dunn; daughter-in-law, Rhodessa Pinegar; son-in-law, Jimmy Beacham; grandson, Percy Lee Pinegar,III; granddaughter, Layla Pinegar; siblings, Zelb Pinegar, Jim Pinegar, Frank Pinegar, Johnny Pinegar, Haddie Rozier, Jean Dyal. He is survived by wife, Nancy Pinegar of Smithville; children, Percy Pinegar, Jr., Charles (Melissa) Pinegar, Cindy Beacham, Johnny Lee Pinegar; son-in-law, Jimmy Dunn; special granddaughter, Kayla (Greg) Hooper; grandchildren, Jimmie Lynn (Kenneth) Wolfe, Billy (Lashonda) Dunn, Jessica Steinback, Rebecca Steele, Jason (Misti) Parsley, Chris Pinegar, Jessie Pinegar, and Dillon Lee; several great and great-great grandchildren; 1 special great-great grandson, Issiac Pinegar. Graveside Services and interment will be 1 PM Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Webb Cemetery at Bluff Springs with Bro. Michael Hale officiating. Visitation with the family will be on Thursday 9:AM until 12:30, at which time Mr. Pinegar will be taken to the cemetery for the graveside service. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Pinegar family.

October 27, 2024

Antoinette Parent affectionally known as Mama or Toni, passed away on October 24, 2024 in her residence in Smithville, Tennessee surrounded by her loved ones.

Born to her parents, the late John and Veronica Swistak Pilot and raised in Detroit Michigan she graduated from Saint Hedwig High School. She, as well as her mother “Lou” shared a strong passion for Christ. As a divorced, single mother, she raised her two children with love and compassion and instilled in them to follow the Lord and be Christ like.

Toni loved to attend “Ministering HIS Love” prayer groups and retreats at Saint Mary’s Academy in Monroe, Michigan, where little did she know she would meet the love of her life Jeffrey in 1982. They built a beautiful friendship that was never forgotten and in 1994 she married her soulmate and best friend at Saint Hedwig Catholic Church in Detroit, MI. They shared their passion for Christ and together they sang in the choir. She enjoyed camping, cooking & baking, enjoying the sun & spending time with family & friends.

In 2015 she moved to Smithville Tennessee to be closer to her daughter and grandchildren. She attended both Saint Gregory‘s Catholic Church in Smithville Tennessee and Saint Catherine’s Catholic Church in McMinnville Tennessee where she along with her husband sang in the choir. She had such a love for animals, she absolutely loved her cat “Buddy” you could find her laying down with her cat snuggled up on top of her. She loved to sing, to read and collect recipes and church bulletins to read for later, she enjoyed sitting in the shade while “supervising” her husband to do yard work. Whether they were going for walks or going for rides, they were inseparable, wherever he was she was right next to him.

She looked forward to having a “girls’ day” every week with her daughter. Spending precious time and doing things that brought her great joy like exercising, walking, shopping, going to her favorite restaurants, coloring, or watching movies together.  She enjoyed being helpful. She loved to be in the kitchen to help whether it was cooking or baking. She loved to dance in the middle of the kitchen with her daughter, just being together made her so happy.

She loved to spend time with her family at all family events, and recently she celebrated her 80th birthday party with her family and friends, where she danced and listened to songs that brought her joy. Creating precious memories.

Her gentle spirit would touch anyone that she met. Wherever she went, she left people in awe of her sweet, beautiful smile and angelic, soft voice. She was the perfect example of God‘s grace. No matter what was going on in her life, she would share her sweet smile with you and left anyone that she met with the feelings of pure love and peace.

According to scripture, angels are in harmony with the desires of Jesus Christ to bring salvation to people’s lives. If ever there was a perfect example of a peaceful, gentle angel on earth she was that and more.
“Our world is now dimmer, but the heavens are indeed brighter and lovelier than ever”

She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Jeffrey Parent of Smithville; daughter, Lynn (Christopher) McCoy of Smithville; son, Dwayne Stephens of Michigan; grandchildren, Christopher (Victoria) McCoy, Jr., Andrew (Courtney) McCoy, Brandon McCoy, Alyssa McCoy and Cameron McCoy; great-grandchildren, Jayden McCoy, Mary Claire O’Grady; sister, Roberta (Thomas) Norman; cousins, Judy Cook and Linda Hancock.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 1PM Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Father Bala officiating and burial will follow in DeKalb Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday, 10:AM until the time of the service at 1PM. In addition to flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer Association, in memory of Mrs. Parent. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Parent family.

October 27, 2024

Danny Green age 71 of Smithville, passed away Saturday morning October 26, 2024, at his residence. He was born February 22, 1953, to his parents the late Charles Edward “Pete” and Mildred Virginia Cantrell Green. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter, Sabrian Brown; brother, Tim Green; and sister, Kathy Northcut. Mr. Green was a man of God and faithful member of Open Word Tabernacle.  He retired after 34 years from Carrier and then worked at the DeKalb County Landfill for many years. He is survived by wife of 49 years, Pauline Green of Smithville; brothers, Steve (Barbara) Green and Anthony “Doc” Green both of Smithville; sisters, Marilyn Strayn of McMinnville and Sandy Stone of Smithville; brother-in-law, Roy Chapman (Teresa Gilreath) of Smithville; several nieces and nephews; 3 grandchildren, Kashia, Haley, and Chelsie; special son and daughter, Darren and Rebekah Kinzer, and grandchildren, Hannah, Sam, Isaiah, Naomi, Rachel, Gideon, Colton, and Luke; special niece, Amanda Hale, special great-niece, Deanna Neal. Funeral services will be held 4PM Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Darren Kinzer and Bro. Phil Bontrager officiating and burial will follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Tuesday, 10:AM until the time of the service at 4PM. The family would like to express a special “Thank You” to Caris Hospice Staff for the love and care shown Danny. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Green family.

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