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09/25/2025

Keith Wiseman, age 82, of Smithville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at St. Thomas West in Nashville. Born on August 3, 1943, in Murray, Utah, Keith proudly served his country as a Vietnam veteran, carrying that spirit of dedication and resilience throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen Wiseman. He is survived by his daughter, Wanda Gentry of Smithville, and his granddaughters, Sherri Gunter, Christy Reeder, Kristina Vickers, and Elizabeth Scott, as well as ten great-grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and brother; Rick Wiseman. The family has chosen direct cremation. Keith will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, and grandfather. He was a man who cherished family above all else, and his memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Keith Wiseman, age 82, of Smithville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at St. Thomas West in Nashville. Born on August 3, 1943, in Murray, Utah, Keith proudly served his country as a Vietnam veteran, carrying that spirit of dedication and resilience throughout his life. He wa...

09/18/2025

Shirley Elizabeth Caldwell, age 81, of Smithville, went home to be with Jesus at her family home on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, AL on May 27, 1944, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Annie Decker Matthews. Shirley was a member of the Smithville First Free Will Baptist Church and dedicated her life to caring for others as a caregiver in home health and as a homemaker.

Shirley was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joe Harold Caldwell, whom she married on February 20, 1958. She was also predeceased by her parents, her daughter Sharon Caldwell, her son Ricky Caldwell, her brothers and sisters-in-law, George and Betty Sisk, and Don and Peggy Matthews.

She is survived by her sons, Rex Allen (Melissa) Caldwell of Springfield and Randall Lee (Jerri) Caldwell of Smithville and her daughters, Rhonda Lynn (Glynn) Merriman of Smithville and Joanna Nicole (Kenneth) Lewis of Cookeville. Shirley was a cherished grandmother to Sherry Gail (Joe) Daniels of Smithville, Sonya Michelle Cantrell of Smithville, Sabrina Elaine (Billy) Parker of Sparta, Megan Brooke (Jacob) Moore of Smithville, Makayla Marie Lewis of Cheraw, SC, Brooklynn Elizabeth Call of Cookeville, and Kathleen Grace Michele Lewis of Cheraw, SC; grandsons, Hudson James Caldwell of Springfield, Matthew Hunter Caldwell of Smithville, Cody Fisher Caldwell of Smithville, Mason Blake (Christina) Merriman of Smithville, Micah (Delaney) Brey of Murfreesboro, Alexander Jadon Call of Cookeville, William Kenneth Logan Lewis of Cheraw, SC, Ethan Zachary Call of Cookeville. She was a proud great grandmother to Aleisha Gail and Justin Skinner, Joe Delmer (Elizabeth) Driver, Jacob Lee (Abi) Parker, Jordan Tyler Parker, Christopher Blake Mitchell, Terry Joe Mitchell, Aleaha Michelle (Jadyn) Young, Carson Hollis Moore, Maverick Charles Merriman, Charlotte Hazel Moore, Miller Blake Merriman, and Leighton Louise Merriman; and she was a loving great-great grandmother to Elliot Chandler Bunch, Camden Richard Bunch, Ezekiel Monroe Skinner, and Piper Ann Driver. She is also survived by her sister, Linda Culwell of Smithville.

The funeral service will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at 2pm in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home with Bro. Bernard Houk officiating. Burial will follow in Whorton Springs Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Saturday from 11am-8pm and on Sunday from 10am until the service at 2pm. In addition to flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Gideon's Bible and Smithville First Free Will Baptist Church in Shirley's memory.

Shirley Elizabeth Caldwell, age 81, of Smithville, went home to be with Jesus at her family home on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, AL on May 27, 1944, she was the beloved daughter of the late John and Annie Decker Matthews. Shirley was a member of the First

09/18/2025

Joe Alfred Bain, age 93, of Rock Island, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 28, 1932, in Smithville, Joe was a lifelong farmer, Army veteran and a man of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary Frances Bain, and his son, Brent Bain, along with Brent's wife, Mary Crys. Joe was a proud grandfather to five grandchildren: Aleni, Abigail, Elijah, Isabella, and Sadie Bain, all residing in Rock Island. He is also survived by his sister, Oneeta Maxine Rhoady of McMinnville.
Joe was preceded in death by his daughter, Trena Anoka Bain, his parents, Clifford Anderson and Katy Myrtle Bain, and his sister, Eugenia Nadine Bain.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 18, at 1:00 pm in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, with burial to follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens. There will be no prior visitation with the family.

Joe Alfred Bain, age 93, of Rock Island, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at his residence. Born on January 28, 1932, in Smithville, Joe was a lifelong farmer, Army veteran and a man of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary

09/13/2025

Bobby Wayne "Bear" Pinegar Sr., age 76, of Smithville, passed away early Saturday morning, September 13, 2025, at Ascension DeKalb St. Thomas ER. Born on July 3, 1949, in McMinnville, Bobby was a devoted Christian who dedicated many years of his life working with the City of Smithville. He was a security guard at Greenbrook Park and worked at the wastewater plant for 25 years. He was passionate about NASCAR racing, hunting, and fishing.

Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, Dollis "Doc" and Viola Hendrixson Pinegar, and his beloved son, Bobby Wayne "BJ" Pinegar Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Paula Hutchins Pinegar of Smithville; his daughter, Sandy (Mike) Gillentine of Smyrna; grandchildren, Breanna Knowles, Britney Knowles, and Zachary (Kiersten) Gillentine; great-grandson, Denver Gillentine; and great niece, Jessica Pinegar. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

Visitation with the Pinegar family will be held on Sunday from 2:00 until 7:00 and Monday from 10:00 until service time at 2:00. The funeral service will be officiated by Bro. Chad Ramsey, with burial to follow in DeKalb Memorial Gardens.

Bobby Wayne Bear Pinegar Sr., age 76, of Smithville, passed away early Saturday morning, September 13, 2025, at Ascension DeKalb St. Thomas ER. Born on July 3, 1949, in McMinnville, Bobby was a devoted Christian who dedicated many years of his life working with the City of Smithville. He was

09/12/2025

Duywane Atnip, age 77 of Smithville, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Ascension St. Thomas West in Nashville. He was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church and was a retired truck driver and supervisor with Hudson Oil. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed woodworking, and loved watching football and nascar.

Mr. Atnip was born on November 27, 1947 in Smithville to his parents, the late Goldie and Mary Jim Atnip. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Nancy Marie Whitefield and Rose Mary Bain, and 3 brothers, Gordon Lee Atnip, Joel B. Atnip and Bobby Atnip.

Visitation with the Atnip family will be on Saturday from 4 until 7, on Sunday from 1 until 7 and on Monday from 9 until the service at 11. Bro. Nathan Thomason will officiate and burial will follow at a later date in Spring Hill Cemetery.

Survivors include his wife of 13 years, Anna Miller Atnip of Smithville; 3 children, Mr. & Mrs. Michael Tubberville of Joelton, Eric Lattimore of Kingsport, and Lori Shockley Pardue of McMinnville; 5 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Priscilla (David) Bain Sr. and Lois Ann Atnip of Smithville and a bro-in-law; Toy Johnny Bain of Smithville. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Duywane Atnip, age 77 of Smithville, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Ascension St. Thomas West in Nashville. He was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church and was a retired truck driver and supervisor with Hudson Oil. He was an avid fisherman, loved watching football and nascar. He

09/11/2025

Robbin Jeanette Keenan, age 64 of McMinnville, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Ascension St. Thomas in Murfreesboro. She was a Christian and a homemaker.

She was born on December 2, 1960 in Nashville. She is preceded in death by her parents; Robert Frances Keenan and Helen Cantrell Sidwell, 2 sons; Robert Keenan and Jeffery Keenan.

The family has chosen direct cremation.

Survivors include 1 daughter; Amber (Luke) Ross of McMinnville and 1 son; Hani Ittayem of Smithville, 4 grandchildren; Morissa Keenan and Cain Ross of McMinnville, Orion Ittayem of Sparta and Araya Ittayem of Smmithville, 4 great grandchildren; Zariah, Koa and Arabella Scoville of McMinnville and Zylus Ittayem of Sparta and special friend; Manny Martins of McMinnville.

Robbin Jeanette Keenan, age 64 of McMinnville, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Ascension St. Thomas in Murfreesboro. She was a Christian and a homemaker. She was born on December 2, 1960 in Nashville. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert Frances Keenan and Helen Cantrell Sidwe...

09/10/2025

Vilot Mae Tucker, age 41, of Smithville, passed away at her home on Monday, September 1, 2025. She was a Christian and worked at Bumpers Drive-In.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Helen Caldwell.

She is survived by her two daughters, Delana Tucker of Smithville and Ella Tucker of McMinnville; her grandson, Waylon Self of McMinnville; and her husband, Brandon Tucker of Smithville. She also leaves behind her sister, Jackie Franklin (James Felton) of Smithville; her brother, Buddy Vanatta (Melinda) of Woodbury; and her nephews, Daniel Avalos and John David Vanatta. She will be lovingly remembered by her aunt, Penny Davis of Smithville, and her dear friend and the godmother to her children, Crystal Grijalva of Smithville.

In accordance with the family’s wishes, cremation has been chosen. A memorial service to celebrate Vilot’s life will be announced at a later date.

Vilot Mae Tucker, age 41 of Smithville, passed away at her residence on Monday, September 1, 2025. She was a Christian and worked at Bumpers Drive In. She was born on June 7, 1984 in Smithville. She preceded in death by her mother Helen Caldwell. The family has chosen cremation

09/03/2025

Crystal Lachelle Sanders, age 45 of Smithville, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 of a short illness at her residence.

She was born on February 26, 1980 in Lebanon. She was preceded in death by her parents; Jackie and Billie Jean Vanatta Sanders and a daughter; Adrianna Murphy.

The family has chosen direct cremation.

Survivors include 6 children; Tierra Parrent, Brianna Roberts, Kaylee Parrent, Keith Buck, Justin Murphy Jr. and Zackary Murphy, 9 grandchildren, 1 sister; Misty Cassity and 2 brothers; Bradley Sanders and Jackie Blake Sanders.

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that all donations please be made to Love-Cantrell Funeral Home to help with final expenses.

Crystal Lachelle Sanders, age 45 of Smithville, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 of a short illness at her residence. She was born on February 26, 1980 in Lebanon. She was preceded in death by her parents Jackie and Billie Jean Vanatta Sanders and a daughter Adrianna Murphy. The

09/02/2025

Charlotte Faye Trapp, age 65 of Smithville, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at DeKalb Ascension St. Thomas. She was a retired factory worker and a Christian.

She was born on July 6, 1960 in Smithville to her parents, the late Tommy & Dorothy Martin George. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Diane Mooneyham.

The family has chosen direct cremation to honor Ms. Trapp.

Survivors include 3 children, Ginger Gordon, Heather Trapp and Brian Trapp all of Smithville; sister, Tonya (Travis) Lee of Baxter; 5 grandchildren, Ladaisia Trapp, Laquarious Trapp, Malachi Trapp, Ciara Fullilove and Reagan Patton, and 3 great-grandchildren also survive.

Charlotte Faye Trapp, age 65 of Smithville, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at DeKalb Ascension St. Thomas. She was a retired factory worker and a Christian. She was born on July 6, 1960 in Smithville. She is preceded in death by her parents Paul and Lassie Linder Martin

08/23/2025

Joe Doris Osment, age 82, of Smithville, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at NHC in Smithville. Born on July 28, 1943, in Woodbury, TN, he was the son of the late Selmer and Hassie Mai Osment. Joe was a press worker at Star Manufacturing and a member of the Short Mtn. Church of God.

He is survived by his loving family, including his daughters, Gidget (Mark) Malone and Ginda (John) Kilgore, all residing in Smithville. He was a proud grandfather to Zach (Kat) Malone of Dowellton, and Kolter Kilgore and Kora Kilgore, both of Smithville. Joe is also survived by his brothers, Ernest Osment and Roy (Lela) Osment, and his sister, Patsy (Peanut) McBride, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Linda Sue Merriman Osment, his brother, Shelah Bratten Osment, and his sister, Macon Wade.

The funeral service will be held on Sunday at 4pm in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home, with interment to follow in Gunter-Grizzle Cemetery. Bro. Chris McMillen will officiate the service. Visitation with the family will be on Saturday from 6-8pm and on Sunday from 11am until the time of service at 4pm.

The family extends a special thank you to Terrie Kilgore for her love and care, and to the staff of NHC and Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate care of Joe.

Joe Doris Osment, age 82, of Smithville, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at NHC in Smithville. Born on July 28, 1943, in Woodbury, TN, he was the son of the late Selmer and Hassie Mai Osment. Joe was a press worker at Star Manufacturing and a member of

08/22/2025

Evelyn Audean Clayton, age 94, of Smithville, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at her residence. Born on August 6, 1931, in Smithville, she was a retired floor lady at Doyle Shirt Factory and a devoted member of New Union The Baptist Church. Evelyn enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening, and spending time with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Naola Hash McBride; her husband, Thomas Clayton; her brother, Ernest McBride; and her niece, Eugena McBride.

She is survived by her nephews, Michael (Lisa) McBride and David McBride, both of Smithville; her great nephews, Aaron (Amy) McBride, Matthew McBride, and Caleb McBride; her great nieces, Sarah McBride and Danielle (Anthony) Carr; and her special cousins, Nancy Esey, Starr Gunther, and Lisa Quinn.

Visitation with the Clayton family will be on Saturday from 3:30 to 8:00 and Sunday from 12:00 pm until service time at 2:00 in the chapel of Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Bro. Garry McBride and Bro. Keith Sims will officiate, and burial will follow in New Union Cemetery.

Evelyn Audean Clayton, age 94, of Smithville, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at her residence. Born on August 6, 1931, in Smithville, she was a retired floor lady at Doyle Shirt Factory and a devoted member of New Union The Baptist Church. Evelyn enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening, and

08/12/2025

Phillip Wynell "Pete" Love, age 82, of Smithville, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at his residence. Born in Smithville, TN, on January 16, 1943, to the late Cordell and Veda Vaughn Love, Pete was a member of the National Guard, a Christian, and a proud farmer. He was also a manufacturer and the innovative founder of the Impact Dispersal Child Seat System.

Pete is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Josh (Stacey) Love, and grandsons Cooper and Cody Love, all of Smithville. He is also survived by his sister, Helen (Jack) Winn of Maryville, and nephews, Jay (Stephanie) Winn and Brad (Mindy) Winn. In addition to his parents, Pete was preceded in death by his three brothers, James Love, Kenith Love, and Logan Love.

The funeral service for Mr. Love will be held on Sunday, August 17 at 2pm, with burial to follow in Whorton Springs Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Saturday from 4-8pm and on Sunday from noon until the time of the service.

Phillip Wynell Pete Love, age 82, of Smithville, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at his residence. Born in Smithville, TN, on January 16, 1943, to the late Cordell and Veda Vaughn Love, Pete was a member of the National Guard, a Christian, and a proud farmer. He was

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