In Loving Memory:Obituaries April 8-14, 2024
ROBERTSON COUNTYTENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News)
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Obituary for Dennis Gregory
Dennis R. Gregory, 73, of Springfield, passed away on Friday April 19, 2024, at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted Monday April 22nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Ryan Gregory, Mac Gregory, Matthew Wikberg, Banie Winn Robertson, Ralph Dean, Chad Gregory, Mike Byrum, and Mark Pinkleton serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be James Curtis, Banie Robertson, Billy Ray White, and Jimmy Hart. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Dennis was born May 30, 1950, in Russellville, KY, to the late Palmer and Pearl Grimes Gregory. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1968. Dennis worked as a Tool & Die maker for ten years at Fred D. Wright company. He was a retired owner/operator of Palmer Gregory & Son Trucking, but his passion and what he loved most was being a farmer and working the land that God blessed him with. Dennis was a member of the Springfield Gideons and was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Stephen Gregory and Lynn Gregory.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 54 years: Sharon Evans Gregory of Springfield, by his son and daughter-in-law: Michael and Kerri Gregory of Springfield, by his daughter and son-in-law: Michelle and Kyle Wikberg of Springfield, by his grandchildren: Ryan Gregory, Olivia Gregory, Mac Gregory, Matthew Wikberg, and Madeline Wikberg, by his sister-in-law: Marie Gregory, by his nephew: Chad Gregory and wife Elizabeth, and by his great nephews: Alex and Colton Gregory all of Springfield.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Cedar Hill Baptist Church building fund and may be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Renee Redfern Obituary
Dovie Renee Redfern, age 58 of Orlinda, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Skyline Medical Center.
Her remains are to be cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Renee was born May 28, 1965 in Springfield. She worked as a caregiver in Home Health. She enjoyed family time and taking care of others, looking after their needs and especially cooking for them. In her spare time she enjoyed going fishing. She was preceded in death by her father, Marshall Redfern; a son, Eric Redfern; and a brother, James Redfern.
Surviving her are her son, Bryant (Hailey) Hassell of Springfield; daughter, Christa Hassell of Springfield; mother, Patsy Pulley (Darrell) Anderson of Cottontown; grandchildren, Kadyn Redfern, Nevaeh Hassell, Jace Redfern, Easton Redfern, Kingston Redfern, Ella Redfern, Keshawn Holman, and Ayana Holman; brother, Dewayne Redfern of Orlinda; sisters, Rita Redfern (Sammy Barry) of Cross Plains, Rhonda (Tommy) Collins of Cross Plains, and Robin Redfern of Springfield; and step mother, Joanne Redfern of Portland.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for William Marion Clouse
William Marion Clouse, age 77, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.
Mr. Clouse’s wishes were to be cremated. The family will be holding a memorial service at Red River Assembly of God church, 1033 Bradley Drive, Springfield, TN, on Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7pm with Pastor Buddy Hagerman and Pastor Tracy Hagerman officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 5pm until the hour of service at 7pm.
Mr. Clouse was born April 20, 1946 in Springfield, to the late Risteen Sidney Estes Clouse and Alma Loucille Bolding Clouse. He was a carpenter and farmer all his life.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Clouse was preceded in death by brothers, Donnie Clouse and Walter Clouse; and a sister, Eva Moore.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Geraldine Clouse; brothers, Wayne (Betsy) Clouse, David Clouse, Lonnie Clouse, and Ronnie Clouse; sisters, Wanda Caldwell, Connie Goodman, and Hellen Locke; and several nieces and nephews.
Austin & Bell Funeral Homein Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Juanita Spurlock
Juanita Holt Spurlock, age 80, of Salem, Indiana, and formerly of Adams, Tennessee, died Monday, April 15, 2024 at her home in Salem.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 12 o’clock noon, on Friday, April 19th, with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating.
Burial followed in Sango cemetery with Donnie Pope, Thomas Davidson, Jimmy Blankenship, Mark Spurlock, Wayne Spurlock, and Charlie Riggins serving as pallbearers.
Visitation with the family was at the funeral home on Friday, April 19th, beginning at 10:00AM until the hour of service at 12:00 noon.
Mrs. Juanita was born in Montgomery County, Tennessee on March 2, 1944, to the late Charles & Lucille Miles Holt. She was a retired caregiver and a member of the Stroudsville Church of Christ.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by daughter, Karen Attebery; brother, Marvin Holt; and sister, Nancy Sharp.
Survivors include her husband, Bill Spurlock, Jr.; daughter, Sharon Davidson (fiancé, Donnie Pope); sister, Joann Paulk; grandchildren, Anthony Barnett and Thomas Davidson; great-grandchildren, Connor Barnett, Nathan Davidson, Karter Barnett, and Serenity Davidson.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Sandra Lynn Borah
Sandra Lynn Borah, age 64 of Springfield passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at her home. She was born October 27, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Harold & Woodrow Mason Borah. She worked as a special education aide for Upper Freehold Regional Middle School District in New Jersey. She enjoyed farming, working with and teaching children and taking care of all of her animals. She was an Activist for her beliefs especially women’s rights, animal cruelty laws and advocating for maintaining adequate space for farming and agricultural industry.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Michael Pepe. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle (Noah) Attardi, Hermitage, TN and her unborn granddaughter that she was so excited to welcome.
There are no services or visitation scheduled.
Arrangements entrusted toAustin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188
(Updated) Obituaries April 8-14, 2024
Obituary for Thomas “Ole Tom” Rawls
Thomas Ewing Rawls, 87, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Friday April 12, 2024, at his home.
In keeping with his wishes, his remains were donated to The Genesis Program at the Medical Education and Research Institute.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday June 1, 2024, at the Bethlehem Baptist Church 3323 Bethlehem Rd. Springfield, TN 37172, with Reverend Thomas M. “Tee” Rawls officiating. There will be a time of visitation with the family beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday June 1st at the church.
Tom was born August 28, 1936, in Greenbrier, to the late Joseph E. and Emmie Irene “Pet” Cook Rawls. He was a graduate of Greenbrier High School Class of 1954, was retired from Dupont, and was a member of the Organic Community Church in Greenbrier. Tom was a founding owner of Industrial Maintenance and Engineering (IM&E) and was the owner of Ole Tom’s Classic Cars. He loved farming, fishing, camping, and anything that allowed him to be outdoors. Tom always enjoyed sharing with others by taking them fresh vegetables, and he had a great love for old cars. He had a passion and a love for Southern Gospel Music. Tom was an original member of the Missionaires Quartet, where he sung first tenor, and was a member of the Resurrection Quartet. He loved his family, his friends, and always enjoyed a good conversation with others. Tom was known as “Dad”, “Pappy”, “Ole Tom”, and he always showed love and concern for his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant daughter: Tempa Jo Rawls, by his half-brother: Eldridge Dorris, and by Patricia “Pat” Newton Rawls. Tom is survived by his son: Reverend Thomas M. “Tee” Rawls of White House, by his daughters: Pamela (Jerry) Newman and Patrina Lyn Rawls both of Greenbrier, by his sister: Ann Rawls Fisher of Greenbrier, by his grandchildren: Amanda (Travis) Covington, Hunter (Kaitlin) VanDervort, Cole (Macayla) Rawls, and Tucker (Raeanna) Rawls, by his great granddaughters: Layla Belle Covington, Tempa Mae Covington, and Charlie Rose VanDervort, by his soon to be born great grandsons: Graham Rawls and Knox Rawls, and by many extended family and friends.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s memory to the Organic Community Church c/o Jeanie Schroeder 105 Briarwood Dr. Greenbrier, TN 37073.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Pamela Jones
Pamela Jo Eden Jones, age 66 of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Tri-Star NorthCrest Medical Center surrounded by her loved ones.
A time of visitation was held at Robertson County Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 10 AM until 2 PM. Following the visitation her remains were cremated.
Pam was born April 8, 1958 in Springfield. She attended Springfield Schools and got her cosmetology license. She was the office manager for her family owned machine shop business for several years. She enjoyed home decorating and making floral arrangements and sewing. Her favorite craft was making curtains. She loved cooking, especially for the holidays and you never left her house hungry. The greatest love of her life was her son Terry and even he would own up to being a mama’s boy with a big smile.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lewis Frye Eden; mother, Betty Sory Baldwin Woodard; a brother, Bobby Eden; and a sister, Debbie Gower.
Surviving her are her son, Terry Jones; step mother, Dora Eden; brothers, Ricky (Annette) Eden and Steve (Jeanette) West; and sisters, Brenda Mink, Teresa Thomas, and Margaret Lam, all of Springfield.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Joyce K. Richardson
Joyce K. Richardson, age 89, of Ashland City, Tennessee, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, at her home.
Funeral services will be conducted at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church in Clarksville at 6:30PM on Tuesday, April 23rd, with Rev. Hugh Richardson, Jr. and Rev. John Richardson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Memorial Gardens in Gardendale, Alabama at 1:00PM on April 25th, with Bill Richardson, Will Richardson, Austin Batey, John Borella, Kenneth Spann, and Chris Holliday serving as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday from 3:00PM until the hour of service at 6:30PM.
Mrs. Richardson was born on November 9, 1934, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Alexander “Hoyt” & Mary Bernita McGill Keith. She was a retired childcare worker. She enjoyed reading, sewing, gardening, and bird watching from her front porch. She was a member of Mt. Hermon Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, George Edward Richardson, Sr.; brother, Farris Keith; and sisters, Mary Ann Starnes, and Lettye Keith Thomas.
Survivors include her sons, George (Marie) Richardson, Jr. and John (Sherry) Richardson; daughter, Vicki (John) Borella; brothers, Ricky (Kay) Keith and Rusty (Teresa) Keith; grandchildren, Kristi Borella, Ben (Joanna) Holliday, Faith (Kenneth) Spann, Chris (Holly) Holliday, Rachelle (Austin) Batey, Will (Katie) Richardson, and Angelo (Heather) Richardson; and great-grandchildren, AJ, Chesney, Annabelle, Greyson, Gracie, Kaydence, Lucas, Jaxson, Jessa, John, Doc, Logan, Wyatt, Cassian, Estelle, Jacob, Lacy, Giovanni, Carolynn, and John Kevin (Katie).
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Hermon Baptist Missions Fund, 2204 Jerrell Ridge Road, Clarksville, Tennessee 37043
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Roy Abner
Roy Abner, age 92, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Sunday, April 14, 2024, at his home.
Funeral services will be conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Sunday, April 21st with Pastor Chris Royalty officiating. Burial will follow in EverRest of Cheatham. Mark Whitworth, Dan McClaskey, Todd Stokes, Kevin Stokes, Tom Arnold and Tom Farris will serve as pallbearers..
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 11:00AM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Mr. Abner was born on September 25, 1931, in Centertown, Kentucky, to the late Carlie & Nellie Barrett Abner. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force having served in Korea and was the former President and Chairman of Advanced Plastics, Inc.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Brooke Abner; sister, Zola Willcutts Bailey; and brother, George Abner.
Survivors include his sons, Keith Abner and Craig (Joyce) Abner; grandchildren, Aaron (Sara) Abner, Weston Abner, Callista Abner, and Kacey Abner; great-grandchildren, Levi Abner and Lila Abner; and nine nieces & nephews.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1801 West End Ave. #200, Nashville, Tennessee 37203
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Rebekah Jan Couts
Rebekah Jan Haltom Couts (Becky), age 79, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024 at Alive Hospice in Nashville.
A Memorial Service will be conducted at 11am Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Parkway Baptist Church, 505 Cunniff Pkwy., Goodlettsville, TN 37072 with Rev. Ken Castleberry and Rev. Matt Megginson officiating. Graveside Memorial Services will be conducted at 3pm Saturday, April 27th at the Elmwood Cemetery, 1029 Richard Street, Springfield, TN 37172.
The family will have a memorial gathering of friends from 9-11am Saturday, April 27th at Parkway Baptist Church.
Becky was born July 11, 1944, in Altus, OK, to the late William Earl Haltom and the late Zilpha Ruth Miller Haltom. She grew up as a MK (missionary kid), trusting Christ as a child. Her parents served with the Foreign Mission Board (now IMB) in Hawaii and the Bahamas. Becky graduated with a BS in Nursing from Oklahoma Baptist University (May 1966) and attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where she met a gentleman named Bobby Murphey Couts.
Bob and Becky were married December 28, 1968, and following seminary Bob pastored the 8th Street Baptist Chapel in Massillon, Ohio, for 2 ½ years. They were appointed as IMB evangelists and church planters in July 1974 and served for 35 years among the Goun and Weme peoples of Benin, West Africa (considered the birthplace of voodoo worship).
At their retirement in August 2009, Bob and Becky settled in Whites Creek, TN, near Nashville, keeping in touch with Benin pastors and praising God for their faithful evangelism and church planting. They had the joy of returning to Benin in November 2013 with a medical/dental team from Parkway Baptist Church for 2 weeks of village clinics among the Weme churches.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Couts is preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Murphrey Couts; and 2 brothers, Jon David Haltom and Samuel Tsukasa Haltom.
Becky is survived by her sons, Joshua John (Susie) Couts, and Rocco Daniel Dominic (Dotou) Couts; 6 grandchildren, Danielle, Eden, Murphey, Jack, Anna Jane, and Dominic; sister, Sarah Leialoha (Ronald) Hollifield; and sisters-in-law, Linda Haltom of Oklahoma and Linda Haltom of Colorado.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial donations be made to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering through Parkway Baptist Church.
Austin & Bell Funeral Homein Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Nell Rye
Nell Hanco*ck Rye, age 91, of Springfield, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024 at her home.
Funeral services will be held Monday, April 22, 2024 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Kyle Slater and Brother Bob Carroll officiating. Burial will follow in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with Nolan Rye, Justin Rye, Jordan Vaughn, Colin Rye, Brody Rye and Tommy Kichler serving as pallbearers. Mr. Jaxson Parks will be an honorary pallbearer.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, April 21, 2024 from 4-7pm and again on Monday from 12pm until the hour of service at 2pm.
Mrs. Rye was born February 24, 1933 in Dover, TN to the late Clifton and Dorothy Joiner Hanco*ck. She worked as a florist with her husband, Mr. Archie Rye, at Springfield Florist and was a member of Grace Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents Mrs. Rye is preceded in death by her husband, Archie Nolan Rye, brothers, Thomas Hanco*ck, Ray Hanco*ck and Bernie Hanco*ck, her sister, Barbara Byrd, her niece, Robin Byrd, nephew, Steven Kichler, and her grandson, Christopher Rye.
Mrs. Rye is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Scott Rye, Bobby Rye and Donnie and Tammy Rye; daughter and son-in-law, Lori and Dale Pratt; sister, Peggy Kichler; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 on the way.
Austin & Bell Funeral Homein Springfield is in charge of these arrangements. 509 Walnut St., Springfield, TN
Obituary for Chris Burton
Chris Dale Burton, age 60 of White House, passed from this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at his home.
Memorial services were conducted Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Edwards officiating. The family received friends on Saturday from 12 noon until the time of service.
Chris was born September 23, 1963 in Nashville to the late James Alga and Peggy Lee Cole Burton, Sr. He was a Christian and worked at DET Distributing. He was all about his family, especially his children and grandchildren and was a “Dad” to his children’s friends and his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed bowling and NASCAR with Tony Stewart being his favorite driver. He also liked horror movies and Scooby Doo. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Alga Burton, Jr.
Surviving him are his wife, Garah Burton of White House; daughters, Christian Burton and Savannah Burton, both of White House; grandchildren, Kaylee Evans and Bobby Burton; brothers, Ernie (Sandy) Burton of Nashville and Gary (Sissy) Burton of Hendersonville; and sisters, Teresa (Mike) Beane of White House and Kathy Burton of Nashville.
The family request, if so desired, for memorial contribution to be made to either St. Jude Children’s Hospital of the American Cancer Society. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Henry Poole
Henry M. Poole, age 89 of Old Hickory and formerly of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Life Care Center of Old Hickory Village.
His wishes were to be cremated and a private family memorial service will be held at a later date. His remains were buried at Elmwood Cemetery.
Mr. Poole was born July 18, 1934 in Springfield to the late James Henry and Lyda Witt Poole. He was a member of Pleasant View United Methodist Church and was a towmotor operator. He enjoyed doing woodwork. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Delores Poole; a son, Tony Poole; and 11 brothers and sisters.
Surviving him are his sons, Jeff Poole of Ashland City, Joel Poole of Smyrna, Scott Poole of Old Hickory, and Jason Poole of Springfield; daughter, Kathy Jones of Salisbury, NC; 14 grandchildren; and 24 great grandchildren.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for Jimmy Grubbs
James H. “Jimmy” Grubbs, Jr., age 69, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday April 9, 2024, at his home.
Funeral services were conducted Thursday April 11, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. Interment followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Bill Stewart, Kenny White, Ron Birdwell, Buford Raymer, Billy Reese, and Peter Obenauer serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers were Steve Jones, Thurman Groves, Wayne Jones, Jerry Winters, and Doug Pardue. The family received friends on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Jimmy was born June 10, 1954, in Springfield. He was a graduate of Springfield High School Class of 1972 and was of the Baptist faith. Jimmy was the former owner of Grubbs Pest Control, was a member of Tennessee Pest Control Association, where he recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award, was a member of the Middle Tennessee Pest Control Association, was a member of the Tennessee Valley Golf Association, and was a member of the Oak Hills Golf Club in Greenbrier. He loved playing golf and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father: James H. “Jimmy” Grubbs, Sr.
Jimmy is survived by his wife, Terri Cardwell Grubbs, of whom he would be married to for 51 years this coming June, by his daughter: Jamie (Tony) Forster of Nashville, by his son: Joel “Joey” (Lauren Donihue) Grubbs of Hendersonville, by his mother: Jo Evelyn Groves Grubbs of Springfield, by his brother: John (Julie) Grubbs of White House, by his grandchildren: Morgan (Colten) Underwood, Rebecca Forster, and Miles Grubbs, and by his great grandchildren: Colson and Camden Underwood.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe Carell Jr., Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and may be sent c/o the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Homein charge of arrangements. 2201 Memorial Blvd Springfield, TN 37172
Obituary for William “Bill” A. Swaffer
William Alvin Swaffer, age 86, of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 11, 2024.
Funeral services were conducted at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View at 2:00PM on Sunday, April 14, with Pastor Randy Hester officiating. Burial followed in Mallory’s Church Cemetery with Ray Gates, Gene Knox, Ricky Knox, Billy Pentecost, Larry Rediker, David Swaffer serving as pallbearers.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Saturday, April 13 from 2:00PM until 6:00PM and again on Sunday from 1:00PM until the hour of service at 2:00PM.
Bill was born on September 27, 1937 in Hickory Point Tennessee to the late Benton T and Alice Boone Swaffer. He is survived by his three children, Gary (Kathy), Ann (Rachell), and Mark; two granddaughters, Abbie and Ellie. He is also survived by his brother Edward Herbert Swaffer. Bill is preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife Mary Lynn Carney Swaffer of 60 years of marriage; his brother Charles Ray Swaffer and sister Alice Rhey Swaffer.
Bill grew up in Montgomery County and joined the Navy at age 17. He married Mary Lynn Carney in 1960 and started a family while working at Fort Campbell as a civilian contractor in the Birdcage for the Armed Forces Special Weapons Project. His career path moved the family to TX where he worked for the government at Pantex which is responsible for maintaining the nation’s nuclear arsenal. He moved the family back home to TN in 1974 to run the family farms that he and Mary grew up on in Cheatham and Montgomery County for 14 years. Afterwards, Bill worked for the East Montgomery Utility District for several years before retiring.
Bill was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and mentor to many people who was beloved by family and friends. He was an active member of Mallory’s Church dating back to 1960 who served as the Treasurer of both the church and cemetery for over 40 years. He was very outgoing, always on the move, full of life and it’s safe to say that he never met a stranger. He had a heart of gold and would gladly give the shirt off his back to those in need. Bill will be greatly missed by his family and friends, but his memory will remain in the hearts of all those who knew him.
If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Mallory’s Cemetery Fund, PO Box 601 Pleasant View, TN 37146.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146
Obituary for Donna Swaffer
Donna Carrie Swaffer (Fleming), age 76, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Ascension Saint Thomas West Hospital in Nashville.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10am until 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier, TN.
Ms. Swaffer was born February 25, 1948 in Clarksville to the late Elmer Haynes and Mildred Powers Fleming. She worked as a phlebotomist at Gateway Hospital and attended Cross Roads Baptist Church. She was always on the go and enjoyed water aerobics at the local YMCA, lunches and weekend trips with her church and Sunday school, traveling with friends and family, dancing at the senior citizen events, and family gatherings.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Swaffer is preceded in death by her brothers, Andy, Sluggo and Michael and her sister, Kay.
Ms. Swaffer is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Dauphne and Darrell McGavic; brother and sister-in-law, David and Cathy Fleming; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kelly Brown, Vicki and Doug Freeman, and Jo and Larry Byrd; 2 grandchildren- Dylan McGavic and Brittany Clanton; and 3 great-grandsons- Emmitt, Owen, and Reece Clanton. Ms. Swaffer is also survived by her precious fur baby, Bailee (often referred to as the fat goldendoodle), who enjoyed trips to Dairy Queen for pup cups.
Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Greenbrier is in charge of these arrangements. 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN 37073
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