Obituaries

Jul 18, 2024

Bobby Gene Isabell July 7, 1943 - July 18, 2024

Bobby Gene Isabell, age 81, resident of Columbia, passed away on July 18, 2024, at NHC Columbia.

Bobby was born in Mt Pleasant, Tennessee and was the son of the late Omar Edward Isabell and the late Margaret Aileen Robison Isabell.  Along with his parents he was...

Jul 17, 2024

Sheila Kaye Layne, age 64, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at her residence.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 3:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Joe Tomlin officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Hargrove Cemetery in Spring Hill....

Jul 16, 2024

Tammy Jean Marie Macdougall, age 57, passed away on July 16, 2024, at her residence.

Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Jul 16, 2024

James Cory Dooley, age 45, a lifelong resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024, at his residence.

A celebration of life ceremony will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Keith Baker officiating. A visitation will also be held on Friday from 4:00 –...

Jul 16, 2024

Johnny Walter Young, age 81, husband of Mattie Cobb Young, and a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Born on August 3, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, Johnny was the son of the late Thomas Walter Young and the late Lula Anna Elmore Young.

In the words of his little brother,...

Jul 15, 2024

Gary Morris Knowles, age 78, a resident of Columbia, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at his residence.

Born on April 8, 1946, in Maury County, Gary was the son of the late Ernest W. Knowles and the late Helen Hall Knowles. He graduated from Haylong High School in 1964 and later earned a bachelor's degree...

Jul 15, 2024

Mary E. Hassell, age 78, a resident of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at her residence.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Ricky Clay and Tracy White officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Sunset Hills...

Jul 14, 2024

Rickey Dewayne Hendley, age 71, a resident of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at his residence.

Born on September 8, 1952, in Columbia, Rickey was the son of the late Charles Hendley and Clara Marie Barnes Hendley. He proudly served in the United States Navy and spent many dedicated years working at General...

Jul 13, 2024

Thomas Howard Garner, age 47, Watertown, Tennessee, passed from this mortal existence on July 13, 2024 at his home.

He was born in Worcester, Massachusetts to Howard Garfield Garner, Jr. and Karen Anita Rogers, both of whom are deceased.  His sister, Donna Lynne Garner, is also deceased.  Survivors include:  Vicki Garner and her husband, Tony Dick; Lori...

Jul 12, 2024

Loretta Siddall May 23, 1935 - July 12, 2024

Loretta Siddall, age 89, resident of Lebanon, passed away on July 12, 2024 at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 4:00pm at Memory Gardens.  Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Jul 12, 2024

Jimmy Allen Birdsong of Murfreesboro, Tennessee May 17, 1941 - July 12, 2024

“With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jimmy Allen Birdsong, age 83, beloved husband of Iris Whitehead Birdsong, and cherished resident of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Jimmy left us on Friday, July 12, 2024, surrounded by family and close friends.

A memorial service to celebrate...

Jul 12, 2024

Elizabeth “Jeanne” Collins, age 73, a resident of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, at NHC Healthcare Columbia.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Michael Dorris officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in West Point Presbyterian Church...

Jul 10, 2024

Barbara Frances Jakubowski, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Vanderbilt Medical Center. Barbara was born on December 18, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late Chester and Irene Krzyzowski.

After graduating high school, Barbara worked as a secretary at a school for many years. She was known for her heart of...

Jul 9, 2024

Gladys “Ann” Shepherd Brymer, age 71, a resident of Bon Aqua, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at NHC Healthcare Dickson.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home. A visitation will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024, from 4:00 – 8:00 PM and...

Jul 9, 2024

Chrystal Renisha Porter of Anaheim, California September 4, 1979 - July 9, 2024

Chrystal Renisha Porter, age 44, a resident of Anaheim, California, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 21st at 3:00pm at Heritage Funeral Home.  The family will visit with friends on Sunday from 1:00pm until...

Jul 9, 2024

Gary Douglas Harvey, age 76, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Huntington County, Indiana.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Columbia, Tennessee, on Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home.  Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

A memorial service was held Saturday,...

Jul 8, 2024

Mary Theresa Evers Wenzel, age 87, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 8, 2024, at her residence.

A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Catherine Catholic Church with Father Davis Chackaleckel officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Maury Memorial...

Jul 6, 2024

Anastacia Mireles Chacon, age 73, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Rick Points officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Maury Memorial Gardens....

Jul 3, 2024

Daniel Duane James, Jr., age 31, resident of Culleoka, passed away on July 3, 2024.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, July 21st from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Daniel was born on April 27, 1993, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, and was...

Jul 2, 2024

George Wesley Waggoner, Jr. of Columbia, Tennessee February 11, 1940 - July 2, 2024

George Wesley Waggoner, Jr., age 84, husband of Deborah Kay Smith Waggoner, and a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at his residence.

Born on February 11, 1940, in Galveston, Texas, George was the son of the late...