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Dean Everett Harris

Dean Everett Harris

Aug 2, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dean Everett Harris

Dean Everett Harris, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in 1946 and raised in Ashland City, Tennessee, he learned the values of hard work, faith, and family that would guide him throughout his life. At just 19 years old, he answered the call to serve his country after...

Larry Delano Reed

Larry Delano Reed

Jul 24, 2026

Larry Delano Reed, age 90, of Antioch, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on July 3, 1936, to the late Luther Reed and Mabel Lucille (Sanders) Reed in Ashland City, Tennessee. Larry served in the United States Marine Corps. He later worked for All American Bottling...

Sherry Ann Jackson

Sherry Ann Jackson

Jul 21, 2026

Sherry Ann Jackson, age 66, of Chapmansboro, Tennessee departed this life on July 21, 2026, at her home.

She was born in Nashville, Tennessee on July 24, 1959, to the late Emmett Hudgens and Dorothy (Graham) Hudgens. She is preceded in death by her brothers, James and Dale Hudgens; sister, Kathy Stewart; niece, Sheila Jacoway; and nephew, Brian Hudgens.

Sherry graduated from...

Cleo Gwendolyn Wayman

Cleo Gwendolyn Wayman

Jul 19, 2026

Cleo “Mammaw” Gwendolyn (Cantrell) Wayman, age 88, of Powell, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Sacred Ground Hospice House in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was born on September 11, 1937, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Leo Alexander Cantrell and Willie Ina (Shearron) Cantrell. Cleo was a member of West End Church of Christ in Knoxville, Tennessee. She...

Bob Pedigo

Bob Pedigo

Jul 15, 2026

Robert “Bob” Pedigo, age 86, of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in Erin, Tennessee. He was born on October 4, 1939, in Old Hickory, Tennessee, to the late Hershel Pedigo and Mallie Opal (George) Pedigo. He was a member of Ashland City First Baptist Church. Bob was a talented woodworker known for his cabinets. He...

Tommy Schroeder

Tommy Schroeder

Jul 14, 2026

Thomas E. “Rock” Schroeder, age 87, of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2026, at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on January 27, 1939, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Albert Elmer Schroeder and Mattie Lorene (Morris) Schroeder. He graduated Cumberland High School and went on to proudly serve as a...

Donnie Lynn Ramsey, Sr.

Donnie Lynn Ramsey, Sr.

Jul 12, 2026

Donnie Lynn Ramsey, Sr, age 78, of Ashland City, Tennessee passed away suddenly on July 12, 2026.

He was born in Fulton, Kentucky on June 3, 1948, to the late Dewitt Ramsey and Estelle (Priest) Ramsey. He is preceded in death by his brother, Ed Ramsey and sister, Barbara Ramsey.

Donnie spent many years as an over-the-road truck driver alongside his wife,...

Frank James Bocchino

Frank James Bocchino

Jul 5, 2026

Frank James Bocchino, age 88, of Pleasant View, Tennessee departed this life on July 5, 2026, at his home.

He was born in Plainfield, New Jersey on March 10, 1938. He is preceded in death by his parents, Michael Bocchino and Muriel Bocchino; and brothers, John Bocchino and Charles Bocchino.

Frank proudly served in the United States Army for 3 years and...

Thomas Leon Carney, Sr.

Thomas Leon Carney, Sr.

Jul 4, 2026

Thomas L. Carney, Sr., was born July 3rd, 1948, in Ashland City, Tennessee to the late Lovie Lee and Hubert Carney. He entered peacefully into rest on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at Alive Hospice.

Thomas was educated in the Cheatham County school system. He started his work careers with Shelton Harrison Chevrolet, went to autobody college in Memphis and from there...

Jimmy Slayden Batey

Jimmy Slayden Batey

Jun 29, 2026

Jimmy Slayden Batey, age 62, of Charlotte, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 1, 1964, in Dickson, Tennessee, to the late Bobby Slayden Batey and Phyllis Ann (Gray) Batey. Jimmy was a member of the Cheatham County High School Class of 1982. He went on to work as a heavy...

Norma G. Conner

Norma G. Conner

Jun 29, 2026

Norma G. Conner, age 62, of Westmoreland, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Ashland City, Tennessee. She was born on October 30, 1963, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, to the late Nannie Marie (Morris) Conner. She worked as a call center office manager. Norma is preceded in death by her mother, Nannie Conner; grandmother, Martha Morris; stepdaughter, Jessica...

Connie Darlene Bauman

Connie Darlene Bauman

Jun 29, 2026

Connie Darlene Bauman, 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on February 8, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Wesley A. Parrish and Helen (Phillips) Parrish. Before retiring, Connie worked as a dental secretary and devoted her life to caring for others.

Connie lived...

Jerry Carney

Jerry Carney

Jun 21, 2026

Jerry Carney, age 87, of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at his home. He was born on August 7, 1938, in Ashland City, Tennessee, to the late Harvey Jackson Carney and Lillie Mai (Simpson) Carney. Jerry graduated Cheatham County High School Class of 1958. He went on to serve proudly in the National Guard for...

Mary "Trudy" Gertrude Thrasher

Mary "Trudy" Gertrude Thrasher

Jun 15, 2026

Mary “Trudy” Gertrude Thrasher, age 83, of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away at home on Monday, June 15, 2026. She was born on January 21, 1943, in Charlotte, Tennessee, to the late Buford Duke and Irma (Sesler) Duke. Trudy was a housewife. She is preceded in death by her parents, Buford and Irma Duke; husbands, Charles Mitchell and James Thrasher; brothers,...

Jerry Cleveland Pickett

Jerry Cleveland Pickett

Jun 14, 2026

Jerry Cleveland Pickett, 60, of Centerville, Tennessee, ascended to heaven on June 14, 2026, at his home.

Jerry was a native of Ashland City, Tennessee, and graduated from Cheatham County High School in 1984. He was the beloved husband of 38 years to Rachel “Marie” Johnson Pickett and the son of the late James Cleveland Pickett and Gladys Virginia Pickett. A...

Barbara S. Tidwell

Barbara S. Tidwell

Jun 9, 2026

Barbara S. Tidwell, age 88, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Barbara is survived by her four daughters: Amanda Sinks (Bill); Regina Jackson; Jennifer Batson (Joe); Tish Drake; grandchildren: JoAnna Graham (David); Bethany Crain (Jared); Jared Batson (Paige); Holly Smith (Justin); Randall Blackwell; Jenna Utley (Travis); Tyler McLaughlin (Catie); Lacey Galbreath (Brad); Nat Drake; fifteen...

Carolyn H. Knight

Carolyn H. Knight

Jun 2, 2026

Carolyn (Harris) Knight, age 76, of Ashland City, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. She was born on November 29, 1949, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late William Harris and Obe (Long) Harris. She was a member of Bearwallow Road Church of Christ. Carolyn worked as a manager for Eckerd. She is preceded in death...

Donnie Everett McCool

Donnie Everett McCool

May 27, 2026

Donnie E. McCool, 89, of Ashland City, Tennessee, departed this life on May 27, 2026, at his home.

He was born on February 19, 1937, in Pleasant View, Tennessee, to the late James Zelmer McCool and Louise (Binkley) McCool. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Linda; his children, Everett McCool and Maria (James) McCool Binkley; his two grandchildren,...

Hope Elaine Duke

Hope Elaine Duke

May 26, 2026

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that no plants or keepsakes be sent. For those who wish to honor Hope’s memory, memorial contributions may be made to Red Bird Mission, 70 Queendale Center, Beverly, KY 40913.

Hope Elaine (Batts) Duke, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was born in Ashland City, Tennessee, on May 29,...

Martha Sue Pedigo

Martha Sue Pedigo

May 20, 2026

Martha Sue Pedigo, 85, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Born in Bethpage, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Paul Harris Anderson and Annie May (Owen) Anderson. She was a devoted homemaker for her husband and family and formerly attended Ashland City Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her...

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