Moore-Cortner Funeral Home

09/26/2025

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09/26/2025

Mary Jo Hill, age 93 of Decherd (formerly of Sherwood), entered into her eternal rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Joe and Claudia Hill. Before her retirement, she was employed at Lanier Clothing and the Hat Corporation. She loved Jesus and her family tremendously. Mary Jo was a lifelong member of Sherwood Emmanuel Apostolic Church, where she served as the assistant pastor and as a Sunday School teacher for many years. She woke up every day wanting to know if it was church day. In addition to her parents, Mary Jo was preceded in death by her brothers, Jack (Minnie) Hill and James (Pat) Hill; and sister, Sue (George) Barnes. She is survived by her sister, Ruth Ray of Decherd; brother, Franklin (Ethylene) Hill of Tracy City; and a host of nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly. She was also survived by her loving church family that she loved as much as her own. Visitation will be from 3-8pm on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Sherwood Emmanuel Apostolic Church. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Sherwood Emmanuel Apostolic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. View Cemetery. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

09/26/2025

Harold Edward “Hobert” Davis was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 24, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born on May 20, 1943, in Wi******er, Tennessee. Harold lived his life as a dedicated and loyal Christian who loved and served Jesus Christ faithfully. Harold was guided by the principles of grace and integrity. Harold accepted Christ as his Savior at the age of 12. He was a member of the Wi******er First Baptist Church. He taught Sunday School to youth and helped various ministries throughout his life. During the past five years, he has shared the gospel by giving away 2,000 of the miniature Jesus figurines. As he passed out the figurines, he would say, “Jesus loves you, and he will change your life.” His faith was his foundation, and his life reflected his belief in Christ’s promises.
Professionally, Harold worked for Sunbeam and Colonial Bread Companies for 40 years. Upon retirement, he worked for Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems as a courier for 10 years. He was presently working for the Franklin County Solid Waste at the Center Grove Convenience Center. Harold shared his love for the outdoors as a fishing guide for more than 50 years, where many found his companionship as valuable as the fishing itself. He had the privilege to guide professional athletes, Grand Ole Opry members, state and local leaders, and his best friend, the late Supreme Court Justice Ted Chattin. He and his brother Robert fished together weekly.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Ivy and Nellie Davis; wife, Annette Finchum Davis; his twin brother Robert Davis, and his sisters Hilda Barnes, Barbara Davis Hawkersmith, and Doris Davis Holland. He leaves behind a loving family who will cherish his memory, his son, Jimmy (Lynde) Davis; daughter, Becky Davis Campbell; sister Reba Davis Evans; sister-in law Claudia Davis; brothers-in-law, Loyd Barnes and Rudy Holland; grandson, Kaleb Davis; granddaughters, Kaleigh Davis, Haley Campbell, Hannah Campbell; nephews, Eddy Davis, Mark Wimley, Chris Stephens, Justin Scharber, and Jermey Little; nieces, Holly Madrigal, Lisa Allen, Angie Donohoe, Melanie Garner, and April Jackson; and special friends, Courtney Gipson, Paul Tucker, Gary and Karen Mumma, and Keith and Jill Brown. Family and friends will conduct the service and serve as pallbearers.
His life was one of service, faith, and devotion to God, to his family and to his community and to all were blessed to know him. Though we will miss him dearly, his memory and Christian witness will live on in the hearts of many. We find comfort in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection through Christ.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12-3 pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. The service will follow at 3:00 pm in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Chapel Funeral Home. Interment will be at Franklin Memorial Gardens
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to one of the following in Harold’s memory: St. Jude Children's Hospital, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Zimmerman Scholarship, Wi******er First Baptist Church, or a Christian charity of your choice.
The family would like to thank the Southern Tennessee Regional Health System ICU and Skilled Care units for the excellent care provided to Harold while he was in the hospital. A special thanks to Tennessee Oncology for the excellent treatment provided.
Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

09/26/2025

09/24/2025

Margie Alene Gipson Henley peacefully departed this world while she was sleeping on September 23, 2025. Margie, a fifth-generation native of Franklin County, was born in Oak Grove outside of Decherd, TN on December 28, 1930. If you ask her though, she will tell you it was December 28, 1931, and that it’s not polite to ask a lady her age. She was the sixth child of James Alfred Gipson and Mary Jane Stephens Gipson. Later she would become the proud big sister of her younger twin brother and sister, Charles Glenn and Jo Lynn. Her fondest memories are growing up on her parents’ farm with all her siblings in a quaint farmhouse built by her father and still standing today. She was proudly a 1948 graduate and Red Devil at Franklin County High School in Decherd, TN. While attending FCHS, the Beta Club received it’s charter during the 1946-47 academic year and she was inducted as one of the first members. She graduated with an emphasis in business and consumer science and pursued a business degree at Draughons Business College in Nashville, but home was where her heart belonged. There was also a charming dark-haired fellow with a big personality who was determined to court her. Gene Henley, an Alto boy, won her hand in marriage. December 17, 1948, Margie and Gene slipped over the Georgia state line and said their “I do’s”, witnessed by J.B. and Audrey Sherrill, Margie’s older sister and her husband. They celebrated their marriage shortly after at a revelry hosted by Mr. Henley’s family in Alto. From there forward, Gene and Margie would have many adventures together as they made a life for themselves and having a daughter while living in Akron, Ohio. Eventually, they would settle in Wi******er in a newly built home, and most important to Margie, a short drive to her parents’ farm. Margie enjoyed many adventures with her friends and family from nature walks to playing on a bowling team. Throughout Margie’s life she was devoted to her family, especially her mama and daddy. She was always willing to take a friend or brother or sister to the doctor. When her younger sister, Jo Lynn, became ill with cancer, Margie began researching natural medicine, food, and nutrition out of devotion to her younger sister. She worked hard to keep her well. Many would regard her as an expert in natural medicine. She most certainly considered herself an expert. She was a natural and was taught much by her own mother. She told everyone that her mama’s poultices cured “many” a people. She deeply loved all of her nieces and nephews and considered them dear friends, and her home was always open for them to visit. After Margie’s husband suddenly passed on July 3, 1987, she devoted herself to her mama until she passed at the age of one hundred. Margie was the last living child of Jim and Mary Jane’s children. Our greatest blessing of reassurance is that she was a faithful Christian and has reunited with her beloved husband, parents, and brothers and sisters.
In addition to her parents, Margie is predeceased by her loving husband Gene Henley and siblings Audrey Sherrill, Pearl Hill, Louella Sernicola, James Howard Gipson, Edna Crabtree, Charles Gipson, and Jo Lynn Brown. Margie is survived by her daughter Debbie Henley Keith (Ray), grandchildren Gena Baggett (Brian), Carla Burden (Andy), and Ky Brazelton (Samantha), and great-grandchildren Alexander Baggett, Caroline Baggett, Jackson Burden, Eli Baggett, Mason Baggett, and Knox Burden, sister-in-law, Jimmie Gipson and brother-in-law, Johnny Henley. She is also survived by step-grandchildren, step great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 12:00pm – 2:00pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral service will follow from the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home at 2:00pm with Rev. Dr. Michael Clark, officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Gardens. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

09/22/2025

Terri Lee Foster, age 68 of Wi******er, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at her residence. Terri was born on March 12, 1957, in Huntland to the late Joe Sutton and Clemmie (Grider) Lee. She was a 1975 class graduate of Huntland High School, where she was a cheerleader and played basketball. Terri was also Miss HHS of 1975 and later competed twice in the Mrs. Tennessee pageant in the 1980’s. Terri loved watching “Gone with the Wind”, all things Elvis, and cheering on Freddie Freeman no matter what team he was playing for. She enjoyed serving others as a waitress at Red Lobster and Skips Grill. She previously worked for Gilbert Hardwoods. Terri was a member of Huntland Church of Christ. She will be remembered as the lady who could light up the room with her fun loving and outgoing personality. In addition to her parents, Terri is preceded in death by her husband, Roy Michael “Mike” Foster, and brothers, Joe Denny Lee and Infant Ricky Lee. Terri is survived by her son, Russ (Jessica) Morris; step-sons, Shannon (Tami) Foster, and Nick (Fallon) Foster; grandchildren, Brooklyn Morris and Bailey Morris; step-grandchildren, Kobe Foster, Savannah Foster, Jadyn Foster, Bryson Foster, Avery Foster, Auna Foster and Memphis Foster; sisters-in-law, Pam Crownover and Sandy Foster; four legged best friend, Sam; and many nieces, nephews and special cousins. Services for Terri will be held privately. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions maybe sent to Animal Harbor or Huntland Church of Christ. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

09/22/2025

Lina Maldonado Aguilar, age 95, went home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on September 20, 2025. Lina was born on October 27, 1929, in Jiquipilco, Estado de, Mexico, to the late Tomas Maldonado and Alfonsa Aguilar. As a young child she was raised in the country, during this time she found her passion for flowers, gardening, and love and care of all animals. Lina was a devout woman of faith who found much peace knowing Jesus Christ was with her every moment of the day. Her amazing love and devotion to her family was shown throughout the 5 generations. She was blessed to be a homemaker, caretaker to her family and enjoying knitting, crocheting and sewing for her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Luis Villegas; daughters, Victoria, Maria Ines and Lourdes; siblings, Petra, Modesto, Concepcion, Leoncio, Guadalupe, Tomas, and Ines. Lina is survived by her children, Cruz “Rosi” Barlow, and Alex (Angelica) Becerril; grandchildren, Missy, Ian, Peter, Seth, Joshua, Juan-Carlos, Abimael, Adiel, Asbel, Ivan, Jesie, Betzali, Junior, and Karen; many great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Journey Community Church/Casa Del Rey Jesus. Funeral service will be held at Journey Community Church/Casa Del Rey Jesus Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 6pm with light refreshments and beverages immediately following. Burial will be held at a later date in Mexico. In lieu of flowers to memorial contributions may be sent to the National Federation of the Blind, Attn: Outreach, 200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21230 Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

09/22/2025

Annie Mae Hughes, 87, a resident of Jasper, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on September 21, 2025. A native of Franklin County, Annie lived most of her life in the Anderson Community of Sherwood.
She was born on August 4, 1938, to the late Orville “Cotton” Garner and Ethel Garner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Hughes; her son, Larry Edward Garner; her granddaughter, Sharon Hoosier; and her siblings, Mary Prince, George Garner, Linda Hoosier, and Orville Garner.
Annie raised three daughters: Sheila (Calvin) Kirby, Tresea (Rick) Culver, and Rhonda (Buster) Nall. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Ronald (Dusty) Jackson, Brian (Silke) Hoosier, Michael Jackson, Joanna (John) Nance, Steven (Tanya) Hoosier, Kevin Kirby, Kelly (Wayne) Steeley, Kim (David) Johnson, and Wendy (Jake) Davis.
Her legacy continues through 20 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Annie was a member of the Church of Christ in Anderson for many years, where her faith was an important part of her life and community.
She loved to cook and quilting was her passion. She was self-reliant, caring for her home and yard well into her later years. She was lovingly called “Mae” or “Mae Mae” by her grandchildren. She also loved her little dog, Miley, and was known for her playful spirit — a cut-up who enjoyed pranks and was a gifted storyteller.
Those who knew Annie will remember her as straightforward, with a sharp sense of humor, a wonderful cook, and a woman who instilled lasting values in her family. She was deeply loved and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 11:00am from the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Mt. View Cemetery with grandsons serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com