OBITUARIES
Sparta, Tennessee Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Sparta, Tennessee & Surrounding Areas
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Franklin Vincent Hanwright
Nov 12, 2023
Franklin Vincent Hanwright, age 88 passed away on November 12, 2023 in Sparta, Tennessee.
Franklin was born on April 5, 1935 in Jamica Long Island, New York.
He served his country in the U.S. Army. He was a dog trainer of over 50 champion bird dogs and is honored in the Field Trial Hall of Fame Museum in...
Richard William Fischer
Nov 8, 2023
Richard William Fischer, passed away on November 8, 2023 at his home in Quebeck, Tennessee.
He was born on March 10, 1961 to Richard and Susan Fischer.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Susan Fischer.
He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Mary Fischer; step daughter, Shannon (Tom) Fisher; 3 grandchildren; sisters, Lori Fischer, Joanne...

William (Bill) Robert McIlwain
Nov 4, 2023
William Robert McIlwain, passed away on November 4, 2023 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center in Cookeville, Tennessee.
He was born on February 8, 1962.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his children, Conor McIlwain;
Joshua Scott Krause
Nov 4, 2023
Joshua Scott Krause passed away on November 4, 2023 at his home in Lebanon, Tennessee.
He was born on January 29, 1984.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Michelle Agrippa-Griffith; grandmother, Brenda Kay Shreves.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Krause; son, Zachary Krause; father, Bob Krause; brothers, Robert Krause, Ron Krause, Johnny Krause and Jake...
Madge "Maggie" Walker - McCray
Nov 2, 2023
Madge “Maggie” Walker McCray, 82 years old, peacefully left this life behind on Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was a 5 year resident of Algood, Tennessee and former longtime resident of Nashville, Tennessee. Maggie was born in Madison, TN on November 20, 1940, the youngest child of Charles Walker and Marie Trouillas Walker. In addition to her parents she...
Lloyd Mansfield Wallace
Oct 27, 2023
Lloyd Mansfield Wallace passed away on October 27, 2023 in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Lloyd was born on April 7, 1956 to the late James and Della Mae Wallace in Dayton, Ohio.
Lloyd Faithfully Loved the Lord and through the Lord was a Loving Father and Friend as well a talented musician of well over 40 years.
He is preceded...