Velma Vesta Armstrong Turner

October 20, 2024

Mrs. Velma Vesta Armstrong Turner, age 83, of the Prosperity Community, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, October 18, 2024 at her home.

Velma was born on December 23, 1940 in Cannon County TN. She grew up in rural Wilson County Tennessee near the Statesville and Prosperity Communities and spent most of her life in that area.

On June 4, 1959, Velma married her love of more than 65 years, Joe Turner from the Alexandria area. They settled in Watertown, TN after getting married. Velma was employed as a dental assistant by Dr. Thomas Parker in Watertown until her and Joe decided to start a family. She was a wonderful mother to their 3 children where they were raised on Armstrong Road in the Statesville area. After their children were grown, they moved to a new farm just a few miles away in the Prosperity Community. Velma was a dedicated member of Prosperity Baptist Church. She loved her service there including helping with the children, being part of the kitchen crew and being involved with her women’s Sunday School class.

Mrs. Turner was preceded in death by her parents, Hansel Bryant Armstrong and Vella Vesta James Armstrong, sisters Mary Ruth Groom, Beulah Johnson, Juanita Owen, and her twin brother Delma Armstrong.

She is survived by her husband of more than 65 years, Joe D Turner of the Prosperity Community. She is also survived by her children: Sons, Larry Turner of Alexandria, Jeff (Teresa) Turner of Pikeville, TN and her daughter Jane Gaither of Auburntown. Grandchildren: Emily (Andy) Turbeville, Jessica (Matt) Stanley, Lauren (Cole) Williams, Dalton Gaither, Savannah (Patrick) Burgess, Taylor Gaither, Gracie Turner (Jacob Smith), and Lucas Turner. Great Grandchildren: Kyleigh (Caleb) Stanley, Jordyn Turbeville, Turner Stanley, Carson Turbeville, Tillie Kate Stanley, Preston Crawford, Ella Jane Burgess, Bryce Burgess, Amelia Turbeville, Emerson Burgess. Great-Great Grandchildren: Baylor Stanley, Beckett Stanley.

Serving as Pall Bearers and Honorary Pall Bearers will be Grandsons and Great-grandsons.

Visitation with the family will be held at Prosperity Baptist Church on Sunday October 20, 2024 from 3pm until 8pm. The funeral will be held at Prosperity Baptist Church on Monday October 21 at 2pm with visitation from 11am until the time of the service. Bro David Moody and Bro Thurman Seber will officiate, and burial will follow in Prosperity Cemetery.

Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of the arrangements.

October 19, 2024

Mrs. Judy Fuson age 71 of Smithville, TN passed away on Friday night, October 18, 2024 at the Webb House Retirement Home.

Mrs. Fuson was born on June 2, 1953 in Smithville, TN to her parents, the late J.B. & Ruth Beckwith Taylor. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by an Infant Sister, Diana Taylor; Aunts & Uncles, Clara Nell Taylor, Colleen Snyder, Clyde Taylor, McKinley Jones, W.J. Tramel & Fred Stanley.

Mrs. Fuson was a member of Indian Creek Memorial Baptist Church for 59 years having served in many roles. She was the piano player for over 50 years, served as the church clerk for 26 years, and was a dedicated Sunday School teacher. Mrs. Fuson taught math at DeKalb County High School for 30 years and was the yearbook editor for many years. She was an avid bird watcher and participated in many of the area bird and butterfly counts with some of her fellow school teachers.

After retirement from teaching, she co-authored two highly sought after history books, “Images of America: DeKalb County” & “Under the Lake”. Around 1980, she joined her husband Eddie, along with Billy Redmon, Omrie Allen & Floyd Christian, and began singing with the Calvary Quartet. They traveled middle Tennessee far and wide spreading the gospel in song until their retirement in 2020, with the final group being known as the Calvary Trio or the Fuson Family. At that time, it was Eddie, Judy & Zachary singing together.

Survivors include her husband of 47 years, Eddie Ray Fuson of Smithville, TN. Son, Zachary (Leigh) Fuson of Alexandria, TN. 2 Grandchildren, Landon & Callie Ruth Fuson. Aunts, Marguerite Jones of Liberty, TN, Linda Stanley of Donelson, TN & Jane Tramel of AL. Several cousins & wonderful friends also survive. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful nurses in the Phoenix Wing of the Webb House for the care given to Judy during her time there.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024 at 1pm from the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Bro. Ric Lee & Elder. James T. Gibbs will officiate with burial to follow at Taylor Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Sunday from 2pm-8pm & again on Monday from 10am until the service time at 1pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Retired Teachers Organization or towards the upkeep of Taylor Cemetery in memory of Mrs. Fuson.

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

October 18, 2024

Regina G. Malone age 69 of Smithville, passed away Wednesday evening October 16, 2024 at St. Thomas DeKalb Hospital. She was born January 31, 1955 to her parents, the late, Will T. and Bobbye Ruth Taylor Fish. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a niece, Torie Stacey. Regina was a factory worker and attended the Smithville Church of God. She leaves to cherish her memory, 2 children, Tara Stacey of Smithville and Travis Malone of Nashville; 2 grandchildren, Taitum (William) Carpenter and Talan Gentry; 1 sister, Diana Fish Clayborn of Smithville; 2 brothers, Galen (Darschell) Fish of Carthage and Michael (Tabatha) Fish of Brush Creek. Funeral services will be 2 PM Sunday, October 20, 2024 at DeKalb Funeral Chapel wit Bro. Michael Hale officiating and burial will follow at Hillview Cemetery in Alexandria. Visitation with the family will be on Sunday 11:AM until the time of the service at 2 PM. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Malone family.

October 16, 2024

James Russell Watson, age 79, of Smithville, passed away at the Webb House on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Born on August 5, 1945, in Woodbury, TN, he was the son of the late James Augusta and Lois Blankenship Watson. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jill Watson.

Russell was a dedicated agriculture teacher at Warren County High School, where he inspired students for 44 years. He was a devout member and elder of the Smithville Church of Christ, where he contributed significantly to the community. His passion for agriculture and education was evident through his involvement with the NAAE, FFA, and the Middle TN Iris Society. He earned his master’s degree from Tennessee State University.

Russell is survived by his loving family, including his daughter, Kelly (Andrew) Evans of Alamo, and his sons, Kurt (Emily) Watson of Lascassas, Kyle (Jennifer) Watson of Columbia, and Craig Watson of Nashville. He was a proud grandfather to Robyn Evans, Kate Evans, Joy Evans, Claire Evans, Lillian Watson, Everett Watson, Britton Watson, and Ruby Watson. He is also survived by his sisters, Patricia (Mike) Gantt of Indiana and Jeanne (David) Smith of Murfreesboro, along with numerous other family members and friends.

Visitation with the Watson family will be held in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home on Saturday from 4pm-8pm and on Sunday at Smithville Church of Christ from noon until the time of service at 2pm. Burial will follow in DeKalb Cemetery with Bro. Dan Gulley officiating.

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

October 16, 2024

Kathleen Mahler, age 87, of Sparta, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Life Care Center in Sparta. She was born on April 28, 1937 in Smithville, TN, she was a dedicated member of Johnson Chapel Baptist Church and worked as a cafeteria worker for the DeKalb School Systems.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilson and Emma Lee Taylor Johnson; her husband, Hubert Mahler; her sister, Dorothy Haggard; her brothers, Ray Johnson and Jerry Johnson; and her daughter-in-law, Angel Mahler.

Kathleen is survived by her children, Randall Mahler of Smithville, Ronnie (Frances) Mahler of Smithville, Peggy (Iven) Craven of Rock Island, and Donna Mahler of Smithville. She also leaves behind 8 grandchildren, including Craig (Sabrina) Mahler of Gallatin, Cathleen (JD) Humphrey of Smithville, Jason (Chasity) Mahler of Rock Island, Thomas Mahler of Algood, Joshua Craven of Rock Island, Cansadie (Brenden) Ebner of Murfreesboro, Taylor (Eric) Dodd of Smithville, and Nena Youngblood of Smithville, as well as 19 great grandchildren. Her sister, Era (Harold) Billings of Sparta, also survives her.

Visitation with the family will be held in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home on Thursday from 3-7pm and on Friday from 10am until the time of service at noon. Bro. Craig Mahler will officiate, and burial will follow in Peeled Chestnut.

October 16, 2024

Shirley Jane Roller age 75 of Smithville, passed away Wednesday morning, October 16, 2024 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. She was born December 23, 1948 in Belle Glade, Florida. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sarah Lance Stewart; husband, John Roller, Sr., daughter, Sarah Grizzle; grandson, Josh Reece and sister, Joanie Bugher. She was a homemaker, nursery worker and a Chirstian. She leaves to cherish her memory, 5 children, Glenda (James) Hale of Woodbury, Sheila Chapman of Smithville, John (Michele) Roller of Smithville, Donnie (Jennifer) Roller of Smithville and Ronnie Roller of Smithville; son-in-law, Scotty Grizzle of Murfreesboro; 15 grandchildren, Michael Roller, Amanda Roberts, Brenda Tramel, Heather Musick, Samantha Rohling, Johnna Roller, Kaitlyn Roller, Logan Roller, Ethan Roller, Dylan Roller, Brooke Roller, Kyra Wood, Dallas Roller, Sadey Grizzle and Slade Grizzle; 30 great-grandchildren; 4 sisters, Diane Ravy, Wanda Mackey, Sherry Ann (Keith) Rosen and Tammy (Jeff) Thigpen all of Georgia and a host of nieces and nephews. The family has honored Ms. Shirley’s request to be cremated and a Memorial Service will be held at 12:Noon Sunday, October 20, 2024 at the Kingdom of Jesus Church with Bro. Glenn Chapman officiating. Visitation with the family will be 11:AM until the time of the service. DeKalb Funeral Chapel is honored to care for the Roller family.

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