Humphreys County Funeral Home

07/29/2025

07/28/2025

Mrs. Tracy Jean Marrs Hollifield, age 49, of New Johnsonville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home. Tracy was born December 26, 1975, at Nautilus Memorial Hospital in Waverly, Tennessee, to Roger Dale and Peggy Jean Damesworth Marrs. She was married to Christopher Scott Hollifield for 29+ years. She was a Substitute Teacher at Waverly Junior High School. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Waverly. Tracy loved to spend time with her kids. She always made sure the kids were at their bowling, baseball, golf, basketball, volleyball, softball, gymnastics, and cheerleading events. She loved family game nights and movie nights. Tracy was loved by everyone who knew her, and she will be greatly missed.

Visitation for Tracy Hollifield will be held Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., and Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Humphreys County Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., in the chapel of Humphreys County Funeral Home with Rev. Adam Mullinax and Rev. Kenny Mullinax officiating.

Interment will follow in the Smith-Damesworth Cemetery in Waverly, Tennessee.

Survivors include:

Husband:

Chris Hollifield of New Johnsonville, TN

Son:

Carson Hollifield (Kailey) of Hurricane Mills, TN

Daughter:

Carlee Brooke Hollifield of New Johnsonville, TN

Mother:

Peggy Marrs of Waverly, TN

Sister:

Jennifer Elliott (Phillip) of Waverly, TN

Father-in-law and Mother-in-law:

Eddie and Ruby Hollifield of Waverly, TN

Aunts and Uncles:

Roy, Jr. and Patti Damesworth, Jerry and Margaret Damesworth, Linda and Alvin Holland, Donnie and Shirley Marrs, and Donna and Ralph McCaig

Numerous Loving Nieces, Nephews, and Cousins

Preceded in death by:

Father: Roger Dale Marrs

Grandparents: Roy and Avanell Damesworth, W.D. “Dub” and Martha Marrs

Aunts and Uncles: Melvia June Little, Wilma White, Eddie Marrs,
and Darlene McGahey

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955

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07/26/2025

Mr. Kevin Paul Duke, age 59, of Nashville, Tennessee, and formerly of New Johnsonville, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born June 26, 1966, in Warren, Michigan, to Bobby Dean and Peggy Breeden Duke. He was married to Linda Levine Duke for 18 blessed years. Kevin formerly worked as a Health IT for Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He was a member of the New Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Department for 21 years. Kevin absolutely loved the Nashville Predators and worked as a Security Guard for them. He loved traveling, visiting the mountains in Brevard, North Carolina, and taking photographs of sunsets. He was an avid follower of Bigfoot, enjoyed 90’s rock music, 80’s sitcoms, and his all-time favorite food was pizza! Kevin loved spending precious time with his family and especially his nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service for Kevin Duke will be held Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Humphreys County Funeral Home with Bro. William Brown officiating.

Survived by:

Wife:
Linda Duke of Nashville, TN

Brother:
Dean Duke (Connie) of Waverly, TN

Aunt:
Peggy Donegan of Chattanooga, TN

Father-in-law and Mother-in-law:
Jon and Elaine Levine of Nashville, TN

8 Nephews and Nieces

2 Beloved Pet Dogs:
Marlee and Lyla

Preceded in death by:
Parents: Bobby and Peggy Duke

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955

07/25/2025

Click the link below to view the Live Funeral Service Webcast for Mr. Eric Keith Bowers; services will begin today at 6:30 p.m.
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07/25/2025

Infant Weston Jasperlee Ladd,

Of Holladay, TN passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. Though his time with us was brief, Weston captured our hearts in a way that is simply immeasurable. And though he did not have the chance to explore the world, his spirit will undoubtedly echo through the lives he touched, reminding us to embrace love and connection at every opportunity.

Memorial Services for baby Weston will be conducted at 12:00pm Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Humphreys County Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. William Brown officiating.

Survivors:

Parents:
Charlie Ladd and Jessica Hilliard of Holladay, TN

Sisters:
Haliey Ladd of Gallatin, TN
Brianna Ladd of Gallatin, TN
Jo Ladd of Gallatin, TN
Jillian Ladd of Hendersonville, TN

Grandparents:
Lee Hilliard of Paris, TN
Crystal Ladd of Holladay, TN
Charlie Maddle of Gallatin, TN

Aunts and Uncles:
Laura Hall of South Carolina
Amber Smith of Lexington, TN
Abby Hilliard of Bruceton, TN
Brittany Ladd of Greenbriar, TN
Bobbie Knight (Jacob) of Kentucky
Gina Ball of Oak Grove, TN
Bo Ladd (Ariel) of Portland, TN
Quinton Ladd of Holladay, TN
Frankie Ball of Kentucky

Great Aunt and Uncle:
William and Pennie Sloan of Holladay, TN

Several Cousins

Preceded in death by:

Grandmother: Kim Hilliard

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955

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07/24/2025

On this day in 1967, the first modern hospice opened its doors — changing the way we care for those at the end of life and support their loved ones. Today, we honor that legacy and express our deep gratitude to the hospice professionals and volunteers who offer comfort, dignity, and compassion when it matters most. Thank you for the sacred work you do.

07/23/2025

Barbara Ann Hollifield, age 76, of Waverly, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Barbara was born January 25, 1949, in Ringgold, Georgia, to Henry Roosevelt and Bessie Elizabeth Waters Hollifield. She was a Cashier at Dollar Tree in Waverly and always enjoyed helping and meeting people. She loved crocheting blankets for people, reading books, and watching movies. Barbara had a heart of gold and loved doing for others.

Barbara Hollifield’s wishes were to be cremated. The family will have a memorial service at her home, at a later date.

Survived by:

Brother:
Eddie Hollifield (Ruby) of Waverly, TN

Preceded in death by:
Parents: Henry and Bessie Hollifield
Brother: Ronnie Lee Hollifield

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home
(931) 296-5955

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07/23/2025

Mr. Eric Keith Bowers, age 54, of Waverly, TN, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. He was born in Robstown, Texas, on March 1, 1971, to his parents Thomas Andrew Bowers and Lanell Lee Dressback Bowers. Eric enjoyed hunting, target practice, fishing, and drag racing. He also had a talent for rebuilding engines for his own racing vehicles.

Visitation will be held Friday, July 25, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. until service time at Humphreys County Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, July 25, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the chapel of Humphreys County Funeral Home with Bro. Derek Emerson officiating.

Mr. Eric’s wishes were to be cremated following the services.

Survived by:

Father:

Thomas “Tom” Bowers of New Johnsonville, TN

Brother:

Michael Bowers of Ingleside, TX

Sister:

Shelby Richardson (Keith) of Cumberland City, TN

Nephews and Nieces:

Jordan Bowers, Chase Bowers, Kaci Hall,

Drew Hall, and Nathan Richardson

Preceded in death by:

Mother: Lanell Lee Dressback Bowers

Arrangements by Humphreys County Funeral Home (931) 296-5955

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