OBITUARIES

Sparta, Tennessee Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Sparta, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas

Juanita Lowe Wells

Juanita Lowe Wells

Mar 15, 2024

Juanita Lowe Wells, age 80, passed away on March 15, 2024 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee. 

Juanita was born on March 18, 1943 to the late Carl D. and Jean Savage Lowe in Sparta, TN. 

She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Carl Edwin Lowe.

Survivors include her loving husband, Paul Wells; daughters, Kim Ellis, Tammy Burrow; grandchildren,...

John Douglas McGhee

John Douglas McGhee

Mar 13, 2024

Mr. John Douglas McGhee, age 76, passed away on March 13, 2024 at St Thomas Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. He fought hard for the last four months, but the battle is over and he is in the loving arms of our savior. He was a good man with a big heart. He was born on September 25, 1946 to loving...

Leo Francis Kerkvliet

Leo Francis Kerkvliet

Mar 11, 2024

Leo Francis Kerkvliet, age 81, passed away on March 12, 2024 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. 

Mr. Kerkvliet was born on June 3, 1942 to the late Gerard Bernard and Emma Marie Kerkvliet in Larchwood, IA. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Gerard and Emma Kerkvliet; his sister, Rose Kerkvliet; and his brother, Bernard Kerkvliet.

Survivors include Shirley Kerkvliet;...

Reba "Sue" Denton

Reba "Sue" Denton

Mar 4, 2024

Reba “Sue” Denton passed away on March 4th, 2024 at the age of 80. She was born in Quebeck, Tennessee to Charlie and Beulah Hutchings on March 1st, 1944. She is preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Dean Denton; and her sisters, Inez Girdley, Mae Simmons; and brothers, James and Hubert Hutchings. She is survived by her daughter, Christi Denton; and...

Carol Courtney

Carol Courtney

Mar 1, 2024

No arrangements have been made at this time.

Jewell G Castleberry

Jewell G Castleberry

Feb 18, 2024

Jewell “Jerri” Castleberry passed away on February 18 , 2024 at the age of 92 in Chattanooga, TN.      

She was born on March 9,1931 in Chattanooga, TN. She is of the Baptist faith and has enjoyed the fellowship of churches on Lookout Mountain, GA and in Sparta, TN. At a very young age, she placed her faith and trust in...

Cora Ann Mayfield

Cora Ann Mayfield

Feb 6, 2024

Cora Ann Mayfield passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at the age of 79 in Cookeville, TN.     

She was born on February 19, 1944 in Cumberland County.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Burel Thurman Mayfield and Mary Ruthie Mayfield. 

 

ARRANGEMENTS:

Graveside Services will be on Friday, February 9 at 12:00 p.m. 

Officiating will be Bro. David Bratcher.

 Internment at Frasiers...

Minnie Murrell Randolph

Minnie Murrell Randolph

Jan 23, 2024

Minnie Murrell Randolph, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2024 at the age of 84 in Sparta, TN.     

She was born on April 6, 1939 in Sparta, TN to the late Harley and Verta Gambrell.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lindon Lee Randolph; son, Frank Randolph; brother, James Gambrell; sisters, Elizabeth Dobbs, Pearl Elrod, and Florence...

Billie Russell Geer

Billie Russell Geer

Jan 21, 2024

In remembrance of Billie Russell Geer. Beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather. (June 9, 1944 - January 20, 2024) 

 

Russell was known as a loving father of 4 kids and a loving husband to Shirley Geer of 53 years.

 

 He was a kind, loving man with a gentle spirit, and a hardworking man who would do anything for anyone who needed it....

Reba Francis Whitaker

Reba Francis Whitaker

Jan 11, 2024

 

Reba Francis Whitaker, 86, of Sparta, TN passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 11, 2024. 

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ether and Luther Whitaker; sister Geneva Faye; brothers JC (Francis); L.D. (Jeanette); Jesse Herman (Mary); Willis Dewey (Dorothy); Robert Jr; nephew Robert Whitaker, Michael Whitaker; great nephew Anthony Whitaker and dear friend Kenneth Frazier. 

 

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Barbara Jean Stewart Allen

Barbara Jean Stewart Allen

Jan 1, 2024

 

Barbara Jean Stewart Allen, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024 at the age of 84 in Franklin, TN.     

She was born on April 18, 1939 in Sparta, TN to the late James Horace and Effie Masters Stewart.

Barbara was a beloved daughter and loving mother. She loved Jesus, her family, and was an avid reader.

She is...

Ernest (Tooter) Martin Gist

Ernest (Tooter) Martin Gist

Dec 31, 2023

 

Ernest (Tooter) Martin Gist, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at the age of 70.     

He was born on March 8, 1954 in Sparta, TN to the late Ernest York and Josephine Gist.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lois Gist; grandparents, Willie (Son) Martin and Annie Gist; brother, John (Joe) Davis Gist.

He...

Joseph "Joe" Wayne Brasel

Joseph "Joe" Wayne Brasel

Dec 23, 2023

 

Joseph (Joe) Wayne Brasel passed away on Friday, December 23, 2023 at the age of 72.     

He was born on May 4, 1951 to James Dalmas and Tessie Brasel.

Joe was employed at Wal-Mart for 33 years. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved to fish and hunt. He loved his dog...

James Carl Buck Sr.

James Carl Buck Sr.

Dec 22, 2023

   James Carl Buck passed from this world on Friday, December 22, 2023, at his home in Algood, following a brief illness. He was born on February 5, 1935, in Rickman Tennessee, to the late Lawrence and Mattie Green Buck.

   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Buck.

   He is survived...

Helen "Susie" Horton

Helen "Susie" Horton

Dec 22, 2023

 

Helen “Susie” Horton, passed away on December 22, 2023 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Susie was born on July 10, 1969 to David Harold Price and Belinda Sue Crain in Fort Lee, Virginia.

She is preceded in death by her father, David Harold Price; grandparents, Granny Price, Albert Heath; aunt, Dot.

She is survived by her loving husband, John Horton;...

Irene Becker

Irene Becker

Dec 16, 2023

Irene BeckerNovember 27, 1940 - December 16, 2023Sparta, TN - Irene Becker, beloved wife, daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023, at the age of 83. She was a cherished member of her community and will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Irene was born on November 16, 1940, in Rickman,...

Louis Jardim

Louis Jardim

Nov 24, 2023

Louis Jardim, born on May 10, 1969, in Elizabeth, NJ, passed away on November 24, 2023, in Cookeville, TN. He was a loving husband to Maria Jardim and a cherished son of Sandra Jardim and Francisco Jardim Sr. Louis leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion to his family and friends.Louis had a thirst for knowledge and pursued a...

Arabella Jolene Tate

Arabella Jolene Tate

Nov 17, 2023

 



Arabella Jolene Tate, passed away on November 17, 2023 in McMinnville, Tennessee.

Arabella was born on July 14, 2023 in Hamilton Co., Tennessee.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Gary Wayne Tate Sr, Tammy Self Tate; great grandparents, Josephine Butcher, Jim Butcher, Mary Messick, Carmack Messick.

She is survived by her loving parents, Gary Wayne Tate...

Harry Steven Lintz

Harry Steven Lintz

Nov 16, 2023

Harry Steven Lintz, born on July 30, 1955, in Sparta, TN, passed away on November 16, 2023, in Nashville. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of a beloved son, cherished friend, and revered member of the community.Harry was a man of immense character and integrity who touched the lives of all who had the privilege of...

Frank Joseph Averella

Frank Joseph Averella

Nov 13, 2023

Frank Joseph Averella passed away on Monday, November 13th at 3:35 pm at the age of 47. He was surrounded by his daughter Taylor Averella and close family friends.     

He was born to Vivian Averella and Frank Anthony Averella.

He worked as a welder with Uzin Fusion, an EMT at White County EMS, as a member of the Sparta...

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