Obituaries

Mark Adam McLain , age 51 of Summertown, TN passed away March 3, 2026 at home after a sudden illness.  He was a native of Maury County,TN, a technician for General Motors, and a member of Westpoint United Methodist Church. Mark loved working on computers and cars. He also loved to cook and grill.  Funeral Services will be held at Loretto Memorial Chapel on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 3pm.  […]

Rita Johnson Birdyshaw, 67, of Greenhill, AL, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 1:14pm, after an extended illness.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and was of the Christian faith.  Rita’s family was her world, especially those grandbabies.  She spent her life helping others, and had the most giving heart, beautiful soul, and loving nature.    Survivors include: Husband:  Eddie Birdyshaw Son:  Barry Birdyshaw (Ronda) Daughters:  Julie […]

Telesa Rochell Lopez, age 59, of Lawrenceburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 at Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems in Lawrenceburg. Telesa was born on September 29th, 1966 to the late Mabel Ivadene Lanier and Charles Lanier in Lawrenceburg. Telesa had a heart of gold and loved her family dearly. She spent her adult life as a homemaker raising four children, as well as other children within her […]

Patricia Brill, age 71 of Pulaski, passed away Tuesday March 3, 2026 at her home. Patricia was born in Goodspring, TN on October 22, 1954 to John Thomas and Emma Lee Stafford Allison. She was employed as a housekeeper for Meadowbrook Healthcare and Rehabilitation, where she truly loved caring for the elderly residents. To her, they were never just patients—they were like family, and she cared for them with kindness, […]

James "Bubba" Womble, age 84, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at VA Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was a native of Giles County and owner of James Womble Drywall. He enjoyed running his own business and tending to his livestock, especially his goats. Mr. Womble served his country honorably in the US Army.  He was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and Lacy Womble; […]

Cora Lee Hardiman , age 89 of Leoma, TN passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at STRHS-Lawrenceburg.  She was a native of Lawrence County,TN, a retired cafeteria worker for the Ford Motor Company, and of the Baptist faith.  Graveside Services will be held at Bethel Baptist Cemetery on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1:00 pm.  Dustin Wilburn will be officiating.  Burial will follow in Bethel Baptist Cemetery.     Survivors are: […]

James Vernon Sharp, Jr. or “Jim” as he was called by friends, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 74 years old.     He was preceded in death by his parents, Birdie and James Sharp, Sr., his sister, Carolyn Howard, and grandson, James Lee Sharp.    He leaves behind his dear wife, Barbara of forty years, along with two sons, Steven and Dusty and one daughter, Stephanie. There are […]

Junette Mai Griggs Young, lovingly known as “Nanny Young,” was born on January 6, 1935. She lived 91 years marked by unwavering faith, quiet strength, and deep devotion to her family and community. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Grady and Katie Porterfield Griggs; her brother, Howard Griggs; her sister, Julia Williams; her husband, David Young; her infant daughter, Deborah “Debbie” Young; her son, Tracy Young; her […]

James George Cooper, 63, of Greenhill, passed away March 1, 2026, at North Alabama Medical Center.  He was a native of Lauderdale County, AL, and attended Faith Church. He was employed by American Excelsior for 10 years. George will be remembered for his kindness and love of both family and Alabama football. He had the gift of humor and was a true storyteller.  George was very much the life of […]

Mildred Alene Garrison, 98, of Lexington, AL, passed away at her home on March 1, 2026. Mildred was a retired seamstress for M. Fine Manufacturing. She attended Peppertown Freewill Baptist Church. Her church and church family always held a special place in her heart.   Mildred enjoyed gardening, in particular tending her flower garden. She also liked cooking and baking for her family, especially preparing Sunday dinner for them.   […]

Ruthie Mae Glass, age 79, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN. She was a native of Lawrence County, TN, employed at Pizza Hut for 32 years, and a member of Gum Springs Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, L. G. "Gedy" and Evelyn Gretchen Gibson Glass; and two sisters, Linda Robertson and Emily Fife. She […]

James Vanoah Giles , age 92 of Loretto, TN passed away Wednesday February 25, 2026 at NHC Healthcare Lawrenceburg after an extended illness.  He was a native of Lawrence Co,TN. a Mechanic, and of the Church of Christ faith.  Funeral Services will be held at Loretto Memorial Chapel on Saturday February 28, 2026 at 1:00 pm.  J.D. Bosheers will be officiating.  Burial will follow in Five Points Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 11:00 […]