2006 Obituary Archives

Hattie Katherine Adams, age 84, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center. She was born in Trousdale County on January 1, 1922, to the late Billy and Bertha Scruggs. She is survived by her husband, Arthur Adams of Portland; daughter, Elizabeth Ann Wheeler of Portland; sons, Elmer Lee (Peggy) Adams of Goodlettsville, Billy Ray Adams of Portland, Arthur Glenn (Sarah) Adams of Portland; 12 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sisters, Lola Belle Conyer of Portland, Georgie (Henry) Perry of Gallatin, Barbara Jean (Earl) Hoagland of Otisco, Ind.; brother, Billy (Ella) Scruggs of Charlestown, Ind. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, December 13, 2006. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Thursday, December 14, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Forrest Creekmore officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Adams, David Adams, Chris Adams, Ricky Wheeler, Dwayne Wheeler and Brent Scruggs.

Flossie Pearl Anderson, age 86, of Portland, passed away December 27, 2006, at her residence. She was born in West Virginia on April 16, 1920, to the late Howard and Jessie Lanham. She is survived by her husband, Thomas A. Anderson of Portland; daughter, Sarah (Ed) Ward of Portland; sons, Tom (Pam) Anderson of Louisville, Eric (Connie) Anderson of Louisville; stepson, Ray Anderson; grandchildren, Tanja Bogan, Boomer Ward, Heidi Gravens, Elaina Money, Robbie Anderson, Dustin Anderson, Derrick Anderson; great grandchildren, Whitney Bogan, Graeson Ward, Gunner Gravens, Chase Gravens, Hannah Anderson, Dustin Anderson, Jr., Clayton Hardesty; great great grandchild, Duncan Woerth. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 7 p.m., Thursday, December 28, 2006. Funeral service will be 9:30 a.m., Friday, December 29, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Gilman officiating. Pallbearers will be Aaron Money, Robbie Anderson, Dustin Anderson, Boomer Ward, Troy Gravens, Dennis Radcliffe, Scott Hutton, Gunner Gravens, and Chase Gravens. Interment will be at Louisville Memorial Gardens in Louisville, Ky.

Allene Ruby Appleby, age 83, of Portland, passed away on February 8, 2006, at Highland Manor. She was born on January 9, 1923, to the late John and Bessie Appleby. She is survived by niece, Eleanor Quate Slucher of Portland; sister, Lillian Miller of Bowling Green, Ky.; brothers, Melvin Appleby of Portland, Harlen Appleby of Lovel, Ky.; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Thurman Appleby, Kenneth Appleby, Billy Ray Appleby, Clois Appleby, John Appleby, Jr.; sisters, Imajean Best, Rachael Chaffin, and Alvateen Bracken. Visitation will be 11 a.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, February 10, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, February 11, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Lamastus officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery.

Melvin Neeley Appleby, age 84, of Portland, passed away August 24, 2006, at his residence. He was born in Sumner County on September 15, 1921, to the late John and Bessie Appleby. He is survived by his wife, Agnes Upchurch Appleby of Portland; sister, Lillian Miller of Bowling Green, Ky.; brother, Harlan Appleby of Louisville, Ky.; several nieces and nephews. Funeral service was 2 p.m., Sunday, August 27, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Doug Parks officiating. Interment at Old Brush Cemetery. Royce Upchurch, John Duke, Wesley Appleby, Darrell Appleby, William Brown, and Timmy Miller served as pallbearers.

Helen Margaret Armstrong, of Portland, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2006. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joel Edwin and Ruby Mai Lane Armstrong and a sister, Mary Charlotte Armstrong Payne. She is survived by a brother, Joseph Armstrong of Cottontown; sisters, Dorothy Edwards of Huntsville, Ala., and Sarah Anderson of Nashville; 10 nieces and nephews. Miss Armstrong was a lifelong member of Cedar Grove Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 3 p.m., until 8 p.m., Monday, October 30, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Tuesday. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Everette Cleo Ausbrooks, age 79, of Portland, passed away June 3, 2006. He was born in Sumner County on January 29, 1927, to the late Dennis and Leatha Ausbrooks. He is survived by his sister, Lois Collins of Portland; brothers, Bobby (Bonnie) Ausbrooks of Portland, Theldon Ausbrooks of Portland. Visitation will be Monday, June 5, 2006, from 2:30 p.m., until 3:30 p.m. Graveside service will be 4 p.m., Monday, June 5, 2006, at Crestview Memorial Park, with James Parker officiating.

William Strader Baker, age 85, of Bethpage, passed away on December 29, 2006. He served in the U.S. Army 841st Engineer Aviation Battalion during WW II, was deacon at Rockbridge Church of Christ, was on Board of Directors of North Central Telephone Exchange for 39 years, was a Sumner County Commissioner, and farmer. He was preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Dorothy Marie Baker; parents, Strader K. and Maggie Mae Perdue Baker; sister, Margaret B. Hamilton. He is survived by sons, Marcell (Darlene) Baker of Portland, Kevin (Julie) Baker of Gallatin; grandchildren, Zachery, Jessica, and Lucas Baker; sister, Lula F. Martin of Gallatin. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 6 p.m., Sunday, December 31, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, January 1, 2007, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with James Harris and Doyle Farris officiating. Interment will be at Rockbridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Rockbridge Cemetery Fund, c/o James Brizendine, 135 Raymond Jones Rd., Portland, TN 37148.

Kim Renea Barber, age 38, of Portland, passed away January 8, 2006. Born in Simpson County, Ky., on August 29, 1967, to James and Louise Barber. She is survived by her fiance, Kenny Key of Portland; sons, James Hammond and Donovan Hammond, both of Portland; mother, Louise Barber of Mitchellville; brothers, Timmy Barber and Eddie Barber of Mitchellville; sisters, Dianea Stuart of Hopkinsville, Ky., and Debra Cherry of Franklin, Ky.; grandmother, Mildred Blankenship of Franklin, Ky.; aunts, Shirley Minnis and Martha Farmer, both of Portland; uncles, Ronny Blankenship of Franklin, Ky., and Woodrow Barber of Adairville, Ky.; dear friend, Bonnie Briley; 5 nieces, 2 nephews. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, January 11, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, January 12, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Tony Brown officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens.

Willene Bentle, age 76, of Cottontown, passed away January 14, 2006, at Tennessee Christian Medical Center of Portland. Born in Sumner County on January 10, 1930, to the late William and Maggie Wheeler. She is survived by her daughter, Rita (Steve) Guy of Joelton, Tenn.; grandson, Mark (Kelli) Guy of Joelton, Tenn.; two great grandchildren, Jesse and Katie Guy; sisters, Ethelene Ray of Cottontown, Ruby Johnson of Portand; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 9 p.m., Sunday, January 15, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Monday, January 16, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Monday, January 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Clayton Hall officiating. Interment will be at Halltown Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Randale Lee Borders, age 53, of Westmoreland, passed away July 18, 2006, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on August 15, 1952, to William Paul Borders and the late Cornellious Maxine Borders. He is survived by his children, Misty Dawn (Keith) Stockdale of Portland, Katherine Elaine (David) Hammock of Portland, Josh Randale (Kimberly) Borders of Cottontown, Casey Lee (Jim Brady) Borders of Portland; grandchildren, Caleb Stockdale, Austin Cole Eden, Logan Hammock, Taylor Nicole Borders, Hayden Lee Borders, Haylee Angilee Brady; father, William Paul Borders of Westmoreland; brother, William Carol (Willie Ruth) Borders of Westmoreland; sister, Nancy Marie (Danny) Parker of Benton. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by sister, Anita June Borders, and brother, Roger Gene Borders. Visitation will be 12 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, July 20, 2006, and Friday, July 21, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, July 22, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bill Lee officiating. Interment will be at Roberts Tabernacle Cemetery.

Velma P. Briggs, age 92, of Portland, passed away November 8, 2006. Mrs. Briggs retired from The Sumner County School System and was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Portland. Funeral services were held at Wilkinson & Wiseman on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Interment followed at Maple Hill Cemetery. Preceded in death by husband, Ollie Briggs; son, Thomas Briggs of Indianapolis, Ind.; daughter, Daisy Goforth of Ooltewah, Tenn.; grandsons, Gene Goforth of Ooltewah, Tenn., Jimmy Perdue of Portland. Survived by daughters, Ruby Brizendine of Portland, Margaret Goforth of Auburn, Ky., Elizabeth Martin of Portland. Grandchildren, Peggy (Bill) Cowell, Glenda (Jim) Fowler, Cathy (Danny) Stagner, Bubba (Mary Ann) Martin, John (Vivian) Briggs, all of Portland, Jeanette (Jimmy) Belcher, of White House, Wanda (Robert) Gulley of Goodlettsville, Geannie (Larry) Jordan, Mary Lou (Denne) Wright, both of Auburn, Ky., Don (Dawn) Briggs, Debbie (Mike) Robinson, both of Indianapolis, Barbara (Randy) Scott of Sherman Oaks, Calif., Elaine (Terry) Calvin of Ringgold, Ga., Terry Lynn (Mike) Moffitt of Chattanooga, Tenn.; great granddaughters and caregivers, Michelle (Wally) Gilliam and Melissa (Frank) Pippin, both of Portland; 30 great grandchildren; several great-great grandchildren; nieces, and nephews.

Larry Junior Briley, age 58, of Goodlettsville, passed away on August 24, 2006. He was born in Sumner County on May 22, 1948, to the late Howard and Grace Briley. He was a Vietnam Veteran, having served in the U.S. Army. He is survived by his wife Canary Briley of Goodlettsville; daughters, Leslie (Andrew) Tincher of Hendersonville, Lindsay (Clayton) Evitts of Millersville, Jamie (Jeremy) Hutchinson of Millersville, Tammy (Tony) Floyd of Georgia; son, Larry (Nina) Briley of Nashville; grandchildren, Jared Evitts, Christian Evitts, Andrew Tincher, Ethan Hutchinson, Trey Smart, Eddie Smart, Amy Floyd, Marie Floyd, Tony Jr. Floyd; brothers, Thomas Briley of White House, Howard Briley of Michigan, Jerry Briley of Millersville; sister, Shirley Ford of Greenbrier. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 9 p.m., Sunday, August 27, 2006, and 9 a.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, August 28, 2006. Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 29, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Randall Moser officiating. Interment will be at Halltown Cemetery.

Mary Elizabeth Brizendine, age 102, of Portland, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2006, at Tennessee Christian Medical Center of Portland. She was born in Simpson County, Ky., on May 28, 1903, to the late Edgar and Jennie McNeill. She retired from the grocery business. She is survived by her son, Howard (Sherry) Brizendine, grandchildren, Ann King and Terry Brizendine; great grandchildren, Alex King, Rachel King, and Evan Brizendine, all of Alameda, Calif. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 8 p.m., Saturday, January 21, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, January 22, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Rusty Hillis, Bro. James Harris, and Bro. Don Readhimer officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Melvin Briley, Joe Jernigan, Paul Allen West, Carl Fussell, Melvin Whitson, Tom Meguiar, and Steve Berry. Honorary pallbearer will be Brad Huddleston.

William Oliver Brooks, age 85, of Portland, passed away December 6, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on May 13, 1921, to the late Guthrie and Carrie Lee Brooks. He is survived by his wife, Irene M. Brooks of Portland; son, Ronnie (Vickie) Brooks of Springfield; daughter, Shirley (Tommy) Whittaker of Portland; brother, Kenneth (Ann) Brooks of White House; grandchildren, Susan Whittaker of Portland, Joseph Whittaker of Portland, Jay Meador of Guam, Beth Meador of Portland, Jeff Meador of Cape Girardeau, Mo., Sean (Jana) Brooks of White House, Tonya (Randy) Hillard of White House. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, December 7, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 1 p.m., on Friday, December 8, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Greg McCoy officiating. Interment will be at Hillcrest Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Sean Brooks, Roger Brooks, Randy Brooks, Lawrence Keeling, Jim Green, and Harold Driver. Honorary bearers will be Kenneth Miller, Ray Miller, and Ricky Miller.

Dorothy May Brown, age 82, of Portland, passed away on December 31, 2006, at her residence. She was born in Allen County, Ky., on January 28, 1924, to the late Selt and Maude Calvert. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Allen Brown of Portland; daughter, Janice (Ray) Sanders of Bethpage; son, Jasper (Peggy) Brown of Portland; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sister, Margie Shelton of Scottsville, Ky. Visitation will be 11 a.m., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2007. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2007, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Interment will be at Roberts Tabernacle Church Cemetery.

Evelyn Martin Brown, age 90, of Portland, passed away on October 13, 2006. She is survived by daughters, Carolyn Dye of Portland, Marilyn Utley of Portland, Deborah (Wayne) Brown of Portland; grandchildren, Malisha (Joe) Lafevor, Sam Dye, Andy (Cathie) Dye, Mark (Pam) Dye, Shawn (Leanne) Utley, Sharilyn (Neal) Hall, Nick (Mary Leigh) Brown; 5 great grandchildren; 2 step great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carey Brown and her parents, William and Evalena Perdue. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 8 p.m., Sunday, October 15, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Monday. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Monday, October 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Ross and Bro. Tim Coker officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Beatrice Buntin, age 92, of Portland, passed away on July 5, 2006. She was born in Sumner County on September 6, 1913, to the late Hudy and Lucy Glover. She is survived by daughters, Jean (James) Hudson of Portland, JoAnn (Curtis) Keplinger of Franklin, Ky.; grandsons, Tom Buntin of Chicago, Ill., Bryan Hudson of Wilmington, Del. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie T. Buntin; son, Thomas Buntin; daughter, Betty Joyce Buntin. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, July 7, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, July 8, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. John Lindsley officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery.

Roy Allen Callis, age 73, of Portland, passed away May 24, 2006, at St. Thomas Hospital. He was born in Sumner County on June 19, 1932, to the late Clarence and Evelyn Callis. He was a retired carpenter, truck driver, and farmer. He is survived by his wife, Betty Hornberger Callis of Portland; daughter, Judy (Larry) Upchurch of Portland; sons, Jerry (Judy) Callis of Cottontown, Rondy (Kathy) Callis of Portland, Mike Callis of Portland, Kevin (Cathy) Callis of Gallatin; 10 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; stepchildren, Janet (Bob) Holder of Hendersonville, Pam (James) Woodcock of Portland, Kelly (Jason) Brown of Gallatin; 10 step grandchildren; several step great grandchildren; brother, Clarence (Helen) Callis, Jr., of Greenwood, Ind.; sister, Jeanette Roberts of Portland; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy Callis; sister, Myrtle Martin; and brothers, Lewis and Edward Callis. Vitisation is 11 a.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, May 26, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Mark Hearn officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Callis, Travis Callis, Royce Upchurch, Michael Callis, Shawn Callis, Chad Callis, Brian Callis, Avery Reecer, and Justin Mayes.

Lester Eugene “Sam” Childers, age 75, of Portland, passed away January 23, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville. Born in Barboursville, W. Va., on October 21, 1930, to the late Oscar and Stella Childers. Mr. Childers retired from Houdaille Industries in Huntington, W. Va., and Fleet Design in Portland. He was a 30-year Mason. He is survived by his wife, Joann Childers of Portland; sons, Robert (Kathy) Childers of Wilton, W. Va., James (Dee) Childers of Huntington, W. Va., Steve (Debbie) Childers of Portland, Tenn., Tony (Cindy) Childers of Cross Plains, Tenn.; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sister, Mary Templeton. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 8 p.m., Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home in Portland, and 6 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, January 27, 2006, at Henson Mortuary in Huntington, W, Va. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2006 at Henson Mortuary in Huntington, W. Va., with Rev. Bill Davis officiating. Interment will be at White Chapel Memorial Gardens in Huntington.

Lorelle Eunice Collins, age 93, of Portland, passed away May 19, 2006. She was born in Sumner County on June 11, 1912, to the late Levert and Eva Vanatta. She retired as owner and operator of The Fabric Shop. She is survived by daughters, Shirley (William) Hall of Memphis, Maurelle (Kenny) Cline of Portland; sons, Larry (Wanda) Collins of Portland, Donald (Mary W.) Collins of Portland, Douglas Collins of Portland; brother, Bobby (Barbara) Vanatta of Portland; 16 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Maurice Collins; son, Gary “Buster” Collins; granddaughter, Kim Collins. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 8 p.m., Saturday, May 20, 2006, and 11 a.m., until funeral time on Sunday. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, May 21, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Richard Patton officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charles Collins, Joey Collins, Johnny Collins, Jeffery Collins, Jason Collins, Eddie Brewster, Scott Brewster, and Tye Collins.

Kathleen Hendley Cook, age 92, of Orlinda, passed away on September 14, 2006, at Northcrest Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Robertson County and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, George P. (Pete) Cook. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Sheryl Cook of Brentwood; son, Sammy Cook of Orlinda; granddaughter, Kelley Bibee of Greenbrier; great grandsons, Landey and Riley Bibee of Greenbrier. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 8 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, September 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Bill Owens and Bro. Denny Burchett officiating. Interment will be at Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery. Her nephews, Larry Wilkinson, Charles Wilkinson, Billy Austin, Donald Barry, Jimmy Cook, Larry Hendley, Mike Hendley, and Bobby Hendley will serve as pallbearers.

Edward Louis Coucke, age 81, of Nashville, passed away on February 19, 2006, at Highland Manor. He was born in Detroit, Mich., on December 10, 1924, to the late Cyril and Gabriella Coucke. He was a manager for H&R Block. He is survived by his wife, Betty Coucke of Nashville; son, Tim Coucke of Bethpage; daughter, Laura Stout of Manhattan Beach, Calif.; 5 grandchildren. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until funeral time, Wednesday, February 22, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Dodd officiating. Interment will be at Sunnyside Cemetery in Beaver Dam, Ky.

Robert Reese Cron, age 86, of White House, passed away December 7, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on April 24, 1920, to the late Edward and Ovie Lee Cron. Mr. Cron served in the U.S. Army during WW II, and he retired from TVA. He is survived by his wife, Helen Groves Cron of White House; daughter, Patsy (Harold) Hall of Portland; son, Joe (Barbara) Cron of Greenbrier; grandchildren, April Story of Franklin, Shane Cron of Nashville, Heather Suttle of Cottontown, 8 great grandchildren; sisters, Ruby Suttle of Old Hickory, Mary Steward of Portland, Eleanor Clouse of Portland. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Josh Hall. Visitation will be 4:30 p.m., until 8:30 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2006. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m., Saturday, December 9, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Roger Brewer and Bro. Robbie Kline officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Billy Ray, Tom Slagle, Kelvin Gregory, Brownie Thompson, Micky Andrews, Jr., James Harris, and Jon James.

James “Jimmy” Blaine Donoho, Jr., age 81, of Portland, passed away December 16, 2006, at his residence. He was born in Sumner County on February 11, 1925, to the late James Blaine and Lois Austin Donoho. He was a lifetime nursery man with J.B. Donoho & Sons Nursery. He was a member of Portland Church of Christ and served as their treasurer for 33 years, a former Director of Farmers Bank, a Lifetime Honorary Member of Tennessee Nursery Association, a former Director of Sumner County Farm Bureau, a former Manager of Portland Strawberry Association, and a UT graduate and fan. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Evelyn Brown Donoho; son, James Blaine (Lisa Bain) Donoho, III; daughter, Nancy Donoho (James Gilbert) Hodges; grandchildren, James Blaine Donoho, IV, Bryan James Hodges, William Mack Hodges. Visitation will be 11 a.m., until 8 p.m., Sunday, December 17, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, December 18, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Don Readheimer, James Harris, and Rusty Hills officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Franklin Duane Douglas, age 65, of Westmoreland, passed away on September 25, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on March 17, 1941. He is survived by his wife, Louise Gregory Douglas of Westmoreland; daughters, Lorie (Rex) Lance of Westmoreland, Tammy (Mike) Pasch of Portland; son, Frank (Christine) Douglas of Portland; 8 grandchildren, Brandon Lance, Trista Douglas, Tiffany Lance, Ashley Douglas, Casey Douglas, Nicholas Douglas, Jennifer Douglas, Heather Cole; great grandchild, Alyssa Lance; sisters, Clara Perry of Madison, Nadine Hall of Madison, Betty Deen of Portland, Dorris Stiles of South Dakota, Sandra Suttle of Murfreesboro, Diane Keen of Westmoreland; brother, Floyd Calvin "Buddy" Douglas of Portland. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ethel Douglas, and sisters, Mildred Taylor and Christine Taylor. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, September 25, 2006, and 10 am., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, September 26, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, September 27, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with interment at Fairfield Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Don Crouch, Jason Howard, Allen Arnaugh, Brent Simon, Ronnie Cook, and Dewayne Duffer.

John Hardy Draper, age 67, of Portland, passed away on February 22, 2006, at Baptist Hospital in Nashville. He was born on September 13, 1938, to the late Vernon and Hazel Draper. He is survived by his wife, Mary Trisdale Draper of Portland; daughters, Roxanne (Charlie) Cockrell of Chattanooga, Leslie Draper of Florida; sons, Bart (Nancy) Draper of Chattanooga, Berry (Teresa) Draper of Chattanooga; stepdaughters, Sheila (Carney) White of Goodlettsville, Rhonda Gardner of Florida, Geraldine Aldridge of Portland; stepson, Randall McDougal of Gallatin; sisters, Mary Jo (Harold) Clark of Chattanooga, Linda (David) Clouts of Virginia; 8 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, February 24, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Saturday, February 25, 2006. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., February 25, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Pastor John Watkins officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ken Clouts, Bart Draper, Berry Draper, Randall McDougal, Charlie Cockrell, and Howell Clark. Honorary bearers will be Dale Robinson, Daniel Draper and Carney White.

Melvin Leon Durrett, age 89, of Cottontown, passed away Friday, November 10, 2006, at his residence. He was born in Robertson County on July 9, 1917, to the late Leslie and Cora Durrett. Mr. Durrett was a retired farmer and had served in the Army during WW II. He was preceded in death by his wife Leska Durrett. He is survived by his daughter, Sherrill (Mike) Petitt; son, Terry (Joyce) Durrett; grandchildren, Keith Petitt, Chris Petitt, Cary Petitt, Jeffery Petitt, Jana (Chet) Caffrey, Jody Durrett; great grandchildren, Kristy Petitt, Eric Petitt, Melanie Petitt, Summer Petitt, Alyson Petitt, Emily Petitt, Calista Petitt, Lane Petitt, Dallas Caffrey; brother, Ernest “Cotton” Durrett. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Lowell Harris officiating. Interment will be at Hillcrest Cemetery in White House. Pallbearers will be Keith Petitt, Chris Petitt, Cary Petitt, Jeffery Petitt, Jody Durrett, and Chet Caffrey. Visitation will be 10 a.m. till 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Charles Walter Fleming, age 61, of Portland, passed away April 21, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Judy Wright Fleming; son, Chuck Fleming of Portland; mother, Alberta Fleming of Gallatin; grandson, Christopher Fleming of Portland; sisters, Elizabeth Denning of Nashville, Lee (Gordon) Meador of Gallatin, Virginia (Steve) Markham of Portland, Pauletta Cothron of Portland; brothers, Vernon (CJ) Fleming of Scottsville, Ky., Larry Fleming of Donelsonville, Ga. Preceded in death by father, Alvie Fleming; sister Lavonia “Bonnie” Williams; daughter, Christy Renea Fleming. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Sunday, April 23, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, April 24, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Sutton officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Ricky Pack, Brian Cothron, Wayne Cothron, Ricky Brown, Jackie Wright, Wesley Birdwell, and Jonathan Cothron will serve as pallbearers.

Eunice Alberta Fleming, age 97, of Gallatin, passed away December 14, 2006, at Brandywood Nursing Home. She was born in Sumner County on October 7, 1909, to the late Charlie Wilson and Hattie Lee Denning Fykes. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvie Fleming; daughter, Lavonia “Bonnie” Williams; son, Charles Walter Fleming; granddaughter, Christy Fleming; grandsons, Stephen Markham, Norman Gary Williams. She is survived by daughters, Elizabeth Denning of Nashville; Lee (Gordon) Meador of Gallatin, Paulette Cothron of Portland, Virginia (Steve) Markham of Portland; sons, Vernon (C.J.) Fleming of Scottsville, Ky., Larry Fleming of Donalsonville, Ga.; 11 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 8 p.m., Friday, December 15, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, December 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Interment will be at Sherron Cemetery. Her grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.

Verlon D. Fleming, age 77, of Portland, passed away Friday, August 11, 2006, at his home. He was born in Sumner County on May 2, 1929, to the late R.O. and Gertrude Fleming. He is survived by his wife, Cledith Jenkins Fleming of Portland; sons, Steve Fleming of Gallatin, Glenn Fleming of Cottontown; granddaughters, Chandra Templeton of Castalian Springs, Tiffany Fleming of Gallatin; stepdaughter, Donna Anderson of Castalian Springs; brother, Melvin Fleming of Portland; sister, Eulah K. McCoin of Portland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Mark Fleming. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 8 p.m., Saturday, August 12, 2006, 11:30 a.m., until 8 p.m., Sunday, August 13, 2006, and 9 a.m., until funeral time on Monday. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, August 14, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with James Parker officiating. Interment will be at Sherron Cemetery.

Patricia Anne Freeman, age 57, of Portland passed away May 3, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born in Davidson County on February 24, 1949, to Erma Freeman and the late Robert Freeman. She is survived by her mother, Erma Gene Freeman of Portland; daughters, Angie Romines of Westmoreland, Lisa Ragland of Portland; son, Robert "Buddy" Greer of Portland; 6 grandchildren; sisters, Carolyn Blanton of Bowling Green, Ky., Dottie Rainwater of Cross Plains, Debbie Burgett of Portland, Erma Freeman Pedigo of Portland; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Freeman of Portland, Donald Freeman of Portland. Preceded in death by her father, Robert C. Freeman. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Sunday, May 7, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Forrest Creekmore. Entombment will be at Crestview Mausoleum.

Arthew Wilson Garrison, age 89, of Bethpage, passed away July 5, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. Born in Sumner County on August 14, 1916, to the late Lester and Tabitha Garrison. He is survived by his son, Leon (Rose) Garrison of Sullivan, Ind.; daughter, Margaret (Allen) Jones of Castalion Springs; 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; special friend, Dorothy Thompson of Bethpage; sisters, Louella O’Neal of Portland; Norma Lee Cook of Westmoreland; brothers, Arlie (Eura Mae) Garrison of Bethpage; Carly (Ruth) Garrison of Portland. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Donald Lee Garrison; sisters, Ruby Troutt and Audrey Garrison; brothers, Cordell Garrison, L.C. Garrison, and J.T. Garrison. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 8 p.m., Thursday, July 6, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Friday, July 7, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 7, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. James Sadler officiating. Interment will be at Rippy Cemetery.

Omy Irene Gerke, age 82, of Portland, passed away on April 14, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. Born in Sumner County on May 3, 1923, to the late Herman and Ellen Busch. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Gerke. She is survived by daughters, Gwenda Ferris of Durango, Colo., Tina Neisch of North Barrington, Ill.; sons, Russell Quin Gerke of Waterford, Mich., Gary Gerke of Farmington, Mich.; sister, Pearl Jenkins of Portland; brother, Freddie Busch of Portland; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, 2006. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 20, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with interment at Old Brush Cemetery.

Clayton Wayne Glover, age 71, of Portland, passed away January 26, 2006, at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green, Ky. Born on August 7, 1934, to the late Joe and Carrie Glover. He is survived by daughters, Wanda Martin of Bowling Green, Ky., Elizabeth Jaramillo of Louisville, Ky., and Carrie Stout of Portland; son, Clayton Glover; 10 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sisters, Jewell Stewart of Portland, and Barbara Dixon of Scottsville, Ky.; brother, Carl Glover of Indianapolis, Ind. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 2 p.m., Saturday at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2006, at Old Brush Cemetery with Bro. Rick O'Bryan officiating. Pallbearers will be Robert Wilbert, Josh Stout, Clayton Glover, Jimmy Bo Stewart, Lannie Key, Mike Beedles, Joe Stewart, and Juan Jaramillo.

Robert W. Goostree, age 80, of Portland, passed away Sunday, December 10, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on February 28, 1926, to the late Rubin and Myrtle Goostree. He retired from Mid Western Gas and Transmission Company. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Charlotte Wardine Goostree; daughters, Barbara Ramsey of Goodlettsville, Sherri (Ronnie) Poole of Portland, Terri (Lynn) Crouch of White House, Tammy (Michael) Hunter of Portland; sons, Roger (Linda) Goostree of Portland, Richard (Kathy) Goostree of Portland, Randy Goostree of Portland; grandchildren, Tracy Denning, Ryan Goostree, Caleb Goostree, Sean Anderson, Alli Hunter, all of Portland; step grandchildren, Jim Poole, Crystal Taylor, Dana Crouch, Roy Crouch, Jack Crouch; great grandchildren, Mason and Myla Denning; seven step great grandchildren; sister, Hazel Groves of Portland. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, December 11, 2006, 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, December 12, 2006, and 9 a.m., until funeral time on Wednesday. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 13, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Rich Cook and Mike Brady officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Poole, Lynn Crouch, Michael Hunter, Ryan Goostree, Caleb Goostree, Sean Anderson, and Jim Poole.

Rose Holubicka Groves, age 94, of Portland, passed away August 20. 2006. She was born in Robertson County on December 25, 1911, to the late Frank and Bessie Holubicka. She was a member of Mitchellville Baptist Church. She is survived by her son Charles R. Groves of Portland; daughter-in-law, Peggy Groves of Portland; niece, Maurice Utley of Elizabethtown, Ky.; grandchildren, Chuck (Tammy) Groves, Chris Groves, Mike Groves, Susan (Dewayne) Rogers; great grandchildren, Chelsea Groves, Chuck Groves, Emily Rogers, Elizabeth Rogers; devoted friend and caregiver, Penny Brown. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bennett Groves; son, Jerry Groves; grandson, Tim Groves. Funeral service is 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 22, 2006 at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Charlie Anderson officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Travis Groves, Robert Keen, Raymond Hall, Mike Butler, Lamon Davis, Gene Brown, and Dave Brown.

Thomas Jefferson Groves, Sr., age 89, of Cottontown, passed away January 12, 2006. Born in Robertson County on February 12, 1916, to the late Isaac and Osie Groves. He is survived by daughters, Mary Keeton of Bucyrus, Ohio, Judy Pasch of Cross Plains, Susan Wade of Portland, Judy Ulrich of Portland, Barbara Englet of Casper, Wyo., Tommasena Groves of Cross Plains; sons, Charles Groves of Bloomville, Ohio, Robert Groves of Bucyrus, Ohio, Jerry Groves of Nampa, Idaho, John Groves of Franklin, Ky., Thomas Groves, Jr. of Marion, Ohio, Tim Groves of Westmoreland; 45 grandchildren; 77 great grandchildren; 20 great great grandchildren; brothers, Benton Groves and Alton Groves, both of Bucyrus, Ohio; sisters, Della Sapp of Campbellsville, Ky., Nettie Houck of South Carolina. Preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Barbara Eloise Groves, and son, Carl Groves; brothers, Oscar Groves, James Groves, J.C. Groves; sister, Rebecca Clark. Visitation will be Friday, January 13, 2006, from 3 p.m., until 8 p.m., and Saturday, January 14, 2006, from 11 a.m., until 1 p.m., and 4 p.m., until 8 p.m. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Sunday, January 15, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Jim Hightower officiating. Interment will be at Groves Cemetery.

Josh Lee Hall, age 29, of Cottontown, passed away April 7, 2006. He was born in Davidson County on June 3, 1976. He is survived by his wife, Kellye Dugan Hall of Cottontown; daughters, Gracie "Baby Doll" Hall, Caroline "Little Bit" Hall; parents, Harold and Patsy Hall of Portland; sister, Heather Hall Suttle of Cottontown; nephew, Andy "Andyman" Suttle of Cottontown; maternal grandparents, Robert and Helen Cron of White House; several aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Claude and Bess Hall. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, April 8, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 2 p.m., Sunday, April 9, 2006, at the Church of the First Born in White House. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m., Sunday, April 9, 2006, at Church of First Born in White House with Bro. Robbie Kline and Bro. Roger Brewer officiating. Interment will be White House Memorial Gardens. Nathan Gregory, Neal Hall, Bobby Kline, Roger Ray II, Jay Dugan, Seth Dugan, and Jeff Gammons will serve as pallbearers.

Flora Belle Harris, of St. Louis, formerly of Portland, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 24, 2006, at age 88. She was born in Sumner County on November 19, 1917. Dear wife of the late C.L. Harris; dear mother of Judy H. Fulks, dear mother-in-law of B.W. Fulks, of St. Louis; dear sister of Nola Searcy, of Portland; our dear sister-in-law, aunt, cousin, and friend. Belle's family wishes to thank Friendship Village South County of Sunset Hills, Mo., for over 15 years of kind, compassionate, and loving care. Belle was a longtime member of Inglewood Baptist Church of Nashville. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 11 a.m., Saturday, October 28, 2006. John L. Ziegenhein & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements in St. Louis. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, October 28, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Kevin Shrum officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.

Joy May Harris, age 72, of Portland, passed away on April 2, 2006, at Tennessee Christian Medical Center of Portland. Born in Sumner County on April 5, 1933, to the late Lon and Martha Perry. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Belote of Westmoreland; sons, Cecil Harris of Westmoreland, Thomas Harris of Westmoreland, and James Harris of Nashville; 17 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; sisters, Helen Scruggs of Portland, Patricia Whittmore of Portland; brothers, A.T. Hodges of Arkansas, Virgil Hodges of Portland. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m, Monday, April 3, 2006. Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with John Emery officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andy Hammock, Ronnie Key, Josh Belote, Will Belote, Cliff Harris, and Brian Harris.

James Harold Haynes, age 86, of Edgewater, Fla. passed away on Friday, November 3, 2006. He was born in Sumner County on March 7, 1920, to the late Charlie and Salle Belle Haynes. He was a WW II Army veteran, seeing action in Guam and Saipan before being wounded in Okinawa. Mr. Haynes retired after 38 years with NASA as a quality control specialist, where he had worked on the Lunar Rover. He was an active member of the Portland Church of Christ, was a private pilot, played several musical instruments, including bass fiddle, mandolin, and steel guitar. He is survived by sons, Lynn Haynes of Wooten, Ky., Gary Haynes of Edgewater, Fla., Danny Haynes of Edgewater, Fla.; daughter, Mary McGivney of Tryon, N.C.; brother, Charlie Joe Haynes of Portland; sister, Marie Perido of Portland. He was preceded in death by his son, Joe Haynes. Funeral service will be 11 am on Thursday at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with interment at Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 p.m. till 9 p.m. on Wednesday.

Carolyn Link Hendrick, age 60, of Portland, went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2006, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born in Sumner County on December 11, 1945, to the Elmer and Clara Link. She is survived by her husband, Roy Hendrick of Portland; daughters, Barbara (Scott) Lee of Dickson, Tenn., Amy (Steve) Somerville of Cottontown; mother, Clara Link Likens of Portland; sisters, Sandra Harris of Hendersonville, Debbie Beauchamp of Bowling Green, Ky.; brother, Steven Likens of Cottontown; five grandchildren, Mary and Elizabeth Lee of Dickson, and Savannah, Lauren, and Lydia Somerville of Cottontown. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2006. Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Wednesday, January 11, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Greg McCoy officiating. Pallbearers will be Taylor Harris, Mike Rogers, Tyler White, Jerry Johns, Jason Williams, and Lloyd Somerville. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Edith Clare Hill, age 89, of Goodlettsville, passed away on December 7, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center. She was born in Sumner County on April 28, 1917, to the late Curtiss and Janie Hodges. She is survived by her daughter, Peggy Cauthron of Nashville; son, Garry W. Jenkins of Goodlettsville; 9 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by son, Wesley D. Jenkins. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, December 9, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 1:30 p.m., Sunday, December 10, 2006. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Sunday, December 10, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Micah Jenkins officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

L.D. Hood, age 88, of Cottontown, passed away December 17, 2006, at St. Thomas Hospital. He was born in Sumner County on July 8, 1918, to the late Lewis and Hattie Hood. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Evelyn Hood. He was a WW II veteran, a farmer, and long-time member of Clearview Church of Christ. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Bud) Thomerson of Cottontown; son, Jerry (Edith) Hood of Cottontown; grandchildren, Lisa (Dewayne) Rush of Cottontown, Clint Thomerson of Cottontown; great grandchild, Lane Thomerson of Cottontown. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, December 19, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, December 20, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Mark Hearn and Lowell Harris officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Family and Friends will serve as pallbearers.

Evelyn Mae Howard, age 57, of Westmoreland, passed away April 4, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. Born in Sumner County on June 11, 1948, to the late Alvin and Helen McGuire. She is survived by her husband, Earl F. Howard, Sr., of Portland; daughter, Adenada Brock of Georgia; 2 grandchildren; brothers, John McGuire of Hayrrih, Ga., Alvin Mcguire, Jr., of North Vernon, Ind.; sister, Candy Caudill of North Vernon, Ind.; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, April 6, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Friday, April 7, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Willie Leduc officiating.

Huey Glen Hunter, age 70, of Portland, passed away April 20, 2006. Born September 3, 1935, to the late Lewis and Lorene Hunter. Mr. Hunter is a U.S. Army veteran. He is survived by daughter, Ginger Erskine of Nashville; son, Andy Hunter of Goodlettsville; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sisters, Dora Graves of Waverly, Julia Pond of Cottontown, Sarah Renfro of Portland, Ivy South of Portland; brothers, Tom Hunter of Gordonsville, Mike Hunter of Lolo, Mont. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter, Laura Hunter, and brother, Pat Hunter. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Sunday, April 23, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Monday. Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Monday, April 24, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Tom Hunter officiating. Interment will be at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Creekmore, Joseph Creekmore, Michael Creekmore, Van Pond, Daniel Pond, and Jason Renfro.

James Bratch Jackson, Jr., age 63, of Portland, passed away on January 8, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Bettye Jackson; stepdaughters, Sharon Vaughn of White House and Jenny Street Paavola of Portland; stepsons, Chester Street and David Street, both of Hendersonville; 9 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sister, Martha Keith of Portland; brother, Armel Jackson of Tampa, Fla. Visitation will be 6 p.m., until 8 p.m., Monday, January 9, 2005. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Don Readhimer officiating.

Charles Rufus Johnson, age 86, of Orlinda, passed away September 5, 2006. He was born in Franklin County, Tenn., on September 2, 1920, to the late William and Mattie Johnson. He was a retired General Baptist Minister and retired farmer. He is survived by his wife, Ruby Johnson of Orlinda; daughters, Peggy (Claude) Groves of Portland, Kathy (R.L.) Sneed of Orlinda; son, Don (Shelby) Johnson of Portland; sisters, Bessie Speck of Murfreesboro, Sally Winn of Fayetteville; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, September 6, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Thursday, September 7, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Allen Johnson and Bro. Jimmy Turner officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Randy Groves, Kenneth Sneed, Tony Sneed, Allen Johnson, James Grissom, and Clint Heath.

Lloyd Edward Johnson, age 72, of Portland, passed away March 13, 2006, at Highland Manor. Mr. Johnson was born in Sumner County on April 13, 1933, to the late Willie and Stella Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Ann Ray Johnson of Portland; daughter, Kathy (Larry) Allen of Portland; son, Dwight (Brenda) Johnson of Murfreesboro; son-in-law, Larry Doyle of Portland; brothers, Odie Johnson of White House, Bobby Johnson of Indiana; grandchildren, Beth Fiss, Brian Johnson, Andrea Doyle, Kris Doyle, Keith Doyle, Jason Allen, Catherine Parker; 2 step grandchildren, Heather Adams, Nikki Oldham; 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Betty Doyle. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2006, 10 a.m. until 9 p.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2006, and 10 a.m. until funeral time on Thursday. Funeral service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, March 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with James Parker officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

James Allen Johnson, age 69, of Portland, passed away May 15, 2006, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on October 18, 1936, to the late Cornelius and Della Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Donna Jones Johnson of Portland; daughter, Jana; granddaughter, Haley; sister, Yvonne Phillips of Portland; brother, Thurman Johnson of Portland; several nieces, nephews, neighbors and friends. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Greg McCoy officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jon Collins, Jerry Johnson, Delane Johnson, Don Turner, Tony Short, Kenneth Tarrents, Robert Johnson, and Charles Caudill.

James Edward Jones, age 77, of Bethpage, passed away September 29, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He was born in Macon County on January 12, 1929, to the late James Halum and Loney Marie Jones. He was a General Baptist Minister and retired from Bridgeport Brass Company in Indianapolis. He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Huntsman Jones of Bethpage; daughter, Brenda Faye (Sam) Equels of Bethpage; granddaughters, April Cowster of Illinois, Julie Equels of Portland ; 8 great grandchildren; sisters, Ora Mae Hause of Portland, Billie Faye Atchison of Indianapolis, Dolly McCloud of Portland, Sue (Melvin) Mitchell of Portland. He was preceded in death by his son, James Junior Jones, and brother, Roy Odell Jones. Visitation will be on Saturday, September 30, 2006, from 2:30 p.m., until 9 p.m. Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Sunday, October 1, 2006 at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Carlene Kirby officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his nephews and brothers-in-law.

LaDonna Faye Jones, age 34, of Portland, passed away February 7, 2006 at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born in Putnam County on November 29, 1971, to the late David and Emily Cantrell. She is survived by her husband, Robert Jones; daughters, Emily and Carrie Jones, all of Portland; sister, Lisa Whited of Nashville; 3 nephews and 2 nieces. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, February 9, 2006. Funeral service will be 12 noon, Friday, February 10, 2006 at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Cremation to follow.

Mamie Marie Keen, age 75, of Gallatin, passed away July 9, 2006, at Beverly Healthcare. She was born in Sumner County on March 1, 1931, to the late Sid and Ova Black. She retired from R.R. Donnelly Company. Mrs. Keen is survived by her husband, Fred Keen of Gallatin; son, Starlis (Michelle) Keen of Hendersonville; grandson, Jacob Keen of Hendersonville. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 12, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Howard Welch officiating. Interment will be at Crestview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jacob Keen, Howard Black, Donna Black, Howie Black, Janice Black, Guy Halcomb, and Mary Frances Halcomb.

Jessica Lynn Keith, age 4, of Ashland City, passed away August 29, 2006, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital. She was born in Davidson County on April 29, 2002. She is survived by her mother, Lorie Warrick of Ashland City; father, James R. Keith of Portland; sisters, Lorrin and Megan of Ashland City; brother, Joseph of Ashland City; grandparents, Tony and Ellen Keith of Portland; great grandparents, James and Nell Cook of Portland, Russell and Joyce Keith of Portland, Elise Warrick of Goodlettsville; great aunt and uncle, Arlene and Morris Wair of Ashland City. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, August 30, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Thursday, August 31, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Gilman officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Thurman, Randy Batson, Billy Willeby, and Royce Burns.

Lassie Agnes Key, age 95, of Portland, passed away March 9, 2006, at Highland Manor. She was born in Macon County, Tenn., on December 15, 1910, to the late Charles and Susan Sloan. She was preceded in death by her husband, W.B. Key, and daughter, Hilda Key Hester. She is survived by daughter, Freida Vance Key of Bethpage; son, Hilman (Ruthie) Key of Portland; 3 grandchildren, David B. Hester of Atlanta, Ga., Michael Kerry Hester of Gallatin, Mynon Key Gregory of Portland; 2 great grandchildren, Austin Gregory, Colin Gregory. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, March 11, 2006, and 11 a.m., until funeral time on Sunday. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., on Sunday, March 12, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Alma Lou Lancaster, age 90, of Portland, passed away May 20, 2006. She was born in Clay County on June 20, 1915, to the late John and Cordellia Smith. She is survived by sons, Lex (Ava) Lancaster of Nashville, Donald (Elaine) Lancaster of Nashville; daughter, Sandra Jent of Nashville; sister, Nina Martin of Michigan; grandchildren, Cory Lancaster, Susan Honeycutt, Keith Smith; great grandchildren, family and friends. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Monday, May 22, 2006, at Henson Cemetery in Clay County, Tenn.

Robert Thomas Lane, age 79, of Portland, passed away on August 30, 2006, at Vanderbilt Medical Center. He was born in Robertson County on February 22, 1927, to the late Lex and Lena Lane. He is survived by his wife, Mary Tomlinson Lane of Portland; sons, Larry (Georgia) Lane, Ronnie (Janice) Lane of Portland, Tony (Kim) Lane of Portland; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, August 31, 2006, and 9 a.m., until funeral time on Friday, September 1, 2006. Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Friday, September 1, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Berlan Harper and Bro. Robert Culbreath officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Corey Lane, Kyle Lane, Chris Kullen, Steve Scott, Wayne England, and W.D. “Dump” Jernigan.

Charles David Lee, age 65, of Portland, passed away December 3, 2006, at his residence. He was born in Sumner County on January 31, 1941, to the late Brady and Thelma Lee. He is survived by daughters, Donna Carol Lee of Gallatin, Davida Ranea Saltz of Portland, Jackqelyn Miller of Portland; sons, Michael David Lee of Gallatin, William Brady Lee of Portland, Gus Wimpee of Franklin, Ky.; 9 grandchildren; sister, Carol Ann Lee of Portland; brother, Billy Lee of Enterprise, Miss. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2006, and 12 p.m., until 9 p.m., on Tuesday, December 5, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 6, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Charles Anderson officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Gregory, David Briley, Bobby Clubbs, Fred Saltz, David Smith, and Jessie Johnson.

Charles Thomas Leggett, age 67, of Portland, passed away December 12, 2006, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on November 6, 1939, to the late Ephrin and Alvis Juanita Leggett. He was a dispatcher for the Portland Police Department. He is survived by his wife, Sue Maulden Leggett of Portland; daughters, Carolyn Sue Leggett, Holly (Jeff) McCloud, Jessica (Lynn) Briley, all of Portland, Jamie (Joel) Keith of Springfield; sons, Alvin (Sherry) Cantrell, Michael (Tina) Cantrell, both of Portland; grandchildren, Josh (Mary) Cantrell, Sebrina Oskstadt, Jacob Cantrell, Nichols Key, Cierra Oskstadt, Lacy Keith, Tyler McCloud, Jordan McCloud, Cody McCloud, and Ben McCloud, Angel Briley, all of Portland; aunts, Margaret (Charles) Roundtree, Hallie (Thomas) Ramey, all of Portland; uncle, Henry Turner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an aunt, Joan Turner. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, December 14, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, December 16, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Henson officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery.

Anna Jo Light, age 63, of Portland, passed away April 12, 2006, at her residence. She was born in Macon County on January 24, 1943, to the late Charlie and Margaret Selma Shrum. She is survived by her husband, Neal Light of Portland; daughters, Penny (Wayne) Williams of Portland, Kathy (Bill) Donnestad of Portland; son, Neal (Christy) Light, Jr., of Portland; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ruth Slicer of Portland, Zelma Lee of Nashville, Virginia Lee of Portland; brothers, Charlie Shrum of Clarksville, Jimmy Shrum of Portland, James Shrum of Portland, Larry Shrum of Portland. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 10 p.m., Thursday, April 13, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 10 p.m., Friday, April 14, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, April 15, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Jimmy Turner officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Charlie Shrum, Jimmy Shrum, James Shrum, Larry Shrum, William Light, and James Bauer.

J. Douglas Link, age 82, of Cottontown, passed away Friday evening, September 1, 2006, in Gallatin Rehabilitation and Nursing, after a formidable struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Douglas was preceded in death by his parents, Brooks and Nell Link; sister, Alene Ubbinga; and son, Duane Link. Loving survivors include his wife Thelma (Steele) Link; son, Shelby Link, daughter-in-law, Jayne; daughter, Shyla Moseley, and son-in-law, Everett; grandchildren, Aaron Link and wife Megan Link, Sarah Beth Link, Nathanael Hall, and T. J. Hall; sisters, Helen Roth, Ava Hicks, wife of Eugene Hicks, Era Wooden, wife of Douglas Wooden; and brother, Wilbon Link, husband of Dorothy. Also surviving are 16 nephews, 8 nieces, and numerous great nephews and great nieces.

The Sumner County native bravely served his country with honor and pride with the US Navy during World War II in the Pacific aboard the USS Paul Hamilton. Mr. Link worked for General Motors 32 years in Columbus, Ohio. Doug returned to his home farm in the Cottontown area following his retirement in 1984. Doug was a founding member of VFW Post #8198 in Grove City, Ohio, as well as a charter member of American Legion Post #164 also of Grove City. He was also a charter member of Portland American Legion Post #0075. Douglas was a faithful member of the New Deal Church of Christ.

Mr. Link was admired and highly respected for his fair and even disposition to all who knew him. Immediate and extended family will miss his humor and the quiet strength he exhibited in all he confronted. Doug’s unyielding resolve to improve and provide should serve as inspiration for all family and friends. Friend, counselor, and devoted family man, Doug’s outstanding values and spirit will remain a tribute to him.

Visitation hours are Sunday, September 3, 2006, from 2 p.m., until 6 p.m., and Monday, September 4, 2006, from 3 p.m., until 8 p.m. Funeral Services are scheduled for Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at 1 p.m., at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with a one-hour visitation prior to services. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation or New Deal Church of Christ.

Charlie Joe Long, age 60, of Troy, Ala., passed away at his home on December 3, 2006. He is survived by sister, Patricia Ann (Glen) Sherrill of Ward, Ala.; brother, James Long of Troy, Ala.; nieces and nephews, Owen (Ashley) Sherrill of Tuscaloosa, Ala., Amy and Eddie Gladwell of Montgomery, Ala., Lance Cpl. Alexander Long of Iraq, and Aaron Long of Troy, Ala.; aunt, Nellie (Lloyd) Wiseman of Portland, Tenn.; uncles, Robert (Lila Mae) Brewer of Portland, Truman (Helen) Brewer of Portland, Charlie (Faye) Brewer of Portland. Visitation will be 12:30 p.m., until 1:30 p.m., Saturday, December 9, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Saturday, December 9, 2006, at Restlawn Memory Gardens.

Bobby B. Lundquist, age 78, a resident of Sowell Mill Pike, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at his residence. The Madison native was the son of the late John and Lila West Lundquist. He was the Director of Industrial Development for the State of Tennessee and Aging Network Director for South Central Tennessee Development District. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Ferrill Lundquist of Columbia; daughter, Lynne (Frank) Moseley of Portland; son, Wade Shelby of Portland; 3 grandchildren, Ami (Daniel) Warner of Old Hickory, Monica (Jason) Gregory of Hartselle, Ala., and Chad (Megan) Shelby of Columbia; 2 great grandchildren, Hannah Gregory and Noah Warner; sister, Ruth (Hilman) Key of Portland; niece, Mynon (Chris) Gregory, 2 great nephews, Collin Gregory and Austin Gregory. He was preceded in death by sons, Michael and Perry Lundquist. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 8:30 p.m., Friday, September 8, 2006. Memorial service will be 2:30 p.m., Saturday, September 9, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Donations may be made to Hospice of Highland Rim, 1412 Trotwood Ave., Ste 5, Columbia, TN 38401.

Iva Ree Martin, age 84, of Portland, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006, at Highland Manor. She was born in Sumner County on January 14, 1922, to the late Charlie and Carrie Jones. Mrs. Martin was an active member of Portland First Baptist Church, and was retired from Links Corporation of Franklin, Ky. She was preceded in death by her husband, Otey Martin, and brothers, Raymond and Roy Jones. She is survived by her son, Ronald Martin of Gallatin; granddaughter, Meridith (David) Doran of Portland; nephew, Charles Jones of Walnut Creek, Calif.; niece, Joanna Brizendine of Portland; sister-in-law, Jewell Jones of Portland. Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Patton officiating. Interment will be at Crestview Memorial Park. Visitation will be 4 p.m., till 9 p.m. on Friday. Pallbearers will be James Brizendine, Steven Brizendine, Anthony Brizendine, David Doran, Eudaldo "Dottie" Novelo, Lonnie Watkins and Galen Porter.

Sam G. McIntosh, age 74, of Portland, passed away August 24, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center. He was a member of Fountain Head Baptist Church, a Korean War Veteran, and a member of Charlie Tango Radio Club. He is survived by his wife, Cora McIntosh of Portland; sisters, Judy (Larry) Wagoner of Louisville, Ky., Glenna (Ronnie) McGuire of Indiana; brother, Don McIntosh of Louisville, Ky.; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 8 p.m., Thursday, August 31, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Saturday, September 2, 2006 at Chapman Funeral Home in Clarksville, Ind. Interment will be at Walnut Ridge Cemetery.

Frank D. Mitchell, of Portland, passed away on June 21, 2006, at his residence. He is survived by his wife Betty Robertson Mitchell of Portland; daughter, Patricia (Robert) Mardis of Bowling Green, Ky.; grandchildren, Brian (Robin) Burton of Franklin, Ky., Michael (Desiree) Chaffin of Portland, Michelle (Daniel) Duran of Colorado Springs, Colo.; 6 great grandchildren; brother, Robert (Pat) Mitchell of Bowling Green, Ky. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, June 23, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Rusty Hills and Bro. James Harris officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Portland.

Ethel H. Montcrief, age 83, of Gallatin, passed away March 12, 2006, at her residence. She was born in Sumner County on October 10, 1922, to the late Jess and Mamie Hill. She retired from Genesco. She is survived by her sisters, Geraldine Hill Webb of Portland, Roberta (Raymond) Reddick of Portland, Jewell Adcock of Gallatin; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters, Jessie Mae Perry and Ruby Baskerville. Visitation will be 2 p.m., until 8 p.m., Monday, Maqrch 13, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Don Readhimer and Bro. Bernise Westbrook officiating. Interment will be at Rockbridge Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ferrell Webb, Mike Reddick, Doug Brown, Tim Adcock, Troy Vaughn, and Steve Greenhill. Honorary bearers will be Trever Greenhill, Stevie Greenhill, Dustin Manion, and Charles Vaughn.

Annie Ruth Moore, age 101, of Portland, passed away Monday, May 22, 2006, at Highland Manor Nursing Home. Mrs. Moore was born in Portland on November 15, 1904, to the late Luther Presley and Addie Estelle Swan Lanier, and lived in the Portland community most of her life. For over fifty years, ‘Miss Annie Ruth’ served as a faithful and committed teacher in the Primary Department of First Baptist Church of Portland. She was a school teacher, homemaker, an active member of the Eastern Star for a number of years and a long-time member of the Dogwood Hills Garden Club. She was predeceased by two husbands, O.O. Massey and George Reid Moore; two sisters, Mary Ellen Shannon and Clara Thomas Oakley, and one brother, Presley Swan Lanier. Survivors include four nephews, Douglas Shannon of Portland, Carey Lanier of Winston-Salem, N.C., David Lanier of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., and James Donald Oakley of Hartsville; niece, Ruth Douglas Lauderdale of Lakeland, Fla., and several great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Greg McCoy officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Portland. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mrs. Moore’s memory to First Baptist Church Building Fund, 106 N. Broadway, Portland, TN 37148.

Betty Jo Morris, age 63, of Portland, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born in Macon County on February 25, 1943. She is survived by her husband, J.C. Morris of Portland, daughters, Becky (Kenny) Davis of Lafayette, Ginger (Jack) South of Portland; sons, Marvin A. Morris of Goodlettsville, Stephen Morris of Portland; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; mother, Laura Sneed of Gallatin; sisters, Joyce Keene of Gallatin, Frances Dean of Gallatin, Sue Tilman of Bethpage. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, October 6, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, October 7, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Hilman Duncan officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Brandon Morris, David Davis, Justin Hesson, Brent Morris, Kenny Davis, and Jack South.

Garry Don Munday, age 55, of Portland, passed away May 10, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on December 16, 1950. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Thurman Munday of Portland; mother, Elizabeth Winford of Portland; daughters, Leslie Rogers of Clearwater, Fla., Donna Luzader of Phoenix, Ariz., Tracy Livingston of Portland, Lori Fromm of Portland; sisters, Mary Ann Hinkle of Titusville, Fla., Patsy Jones of Portland, Theresa McFarlin of Portland, Rita Ash of Portland, Bonnie Carter of Portland, Judy Downs of Portland; brother, Terry Munday of Portland; 10 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Munday, Jr., and sister, Linda Morgan. Memorial service will be 10 a.m., Friday, May 12, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Williams officiating.

Johnny Rex Mundy, Jr., age 57, of Westmoreland, passed away July 20, 2006, at his residence. He was born in Sumner County on July 26, 1948, to Johnny and Juanita Mundy, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Judi Thornton Mundy of Westmoreland; son, Brian Keith Mundy of Louisville; daughter, Carrie Anne Mundy of Westmoreland; mother, Juanita (Forrest) Williams of Portland; sisters, Jean (Larry Dale) Sullivan of Fairview, Patricia (Timothy) Castleman of Louisville; brother, Gary (Brenda) Hardison of Fairview. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, July 23, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with interment at Portland Memorial Gardens.

Jean Hill Neill, age 89, formerly of Dallas, Tex., passed away on February 18, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 8, 1916. She is preceded in death by husband, Vernon Neill; parents, Newton and Beatrice Hill; sister, Ollene Hill. She was a retired Internal Revenue Service auditor. She is survived by her sister, June Beaty; nephew, Charles Hill (Montee) Beaty; 3 great nephews, Jonathan (DeAnne) Beaty, Eric (Nan) Beaty, Seth Beaty; 2 great great nephews, Hunter Hill Beaty, Harrison Neill Beaty. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Graveside service will be 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at Maple Hill Cemetery with James Harris officiating.

Former Marine Sgt. Charles Lyle Patten, of Portland, passed away at his home July 13, 2006. After his discharge from the Marines, Mr. Patten was a professional truck driver. He was born in Chicago, Ill., to the late Cecil and Lois Patten. He is survived by his wife Cindy Gamble Patten of Portland; sons, Kenneth (Monica) Patten of Iowa, Danny (Janice) Patten of Raeford, N.C., Pvt. Nathan Lewis "Nate" Patten of USMC Camp Lejeune N.C., William (Marissa) Whitson of Franklin, Ky., Jay (Jill) Coots of Rolla, Mo.; daughter, Alieshea (J.W.) Whitson of Franklin, Ky.; sister, Mary Patten of Iowa; 3 grandsons and 6 granddaughters. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, July 16, 2006, at his home church, Tyree Chapel Church of Christ, Franklin, Ky., with Bro. Richard Perry officiating.

Don Thomas Pendleton, age 58, of Portland, passed away December 15, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. He was born on September 18, 1948, to William and Laura Pendleton. He is survived by his companion, Becky Pendleton of Portland; daughters, Sherry Denise Brown, Donna Sue Hudson, both of Franklin, Ky.; sons, William Estes Lee of Franklin, Ky., David Lynn Pendleton of Portland, Tommy Lee Pendleton of Franklin, Ky.; sister, Mattie Lou Martin of Brownsville, Ky.; brother, Kermit Pendleton of Springfield, Tenn. Visitation will be 11 a.m., until 1 p.m., Sunday, December 17, 2006. Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m., Sunday, December 17, 2006, at Sulphur Springs Cemetery in Franklin, Ky.

Alvie Louise Perdue, age 66, of Cottontown, passed away on October 11, 2006, at her residence. She was born in Sumner County on December 6, 1939, to the late Thomas and Alice Howard. She is survived by daughters, Linda (Mike) Rogers of Portland, Tina Perdue of Cottontown; son, Mark Perdue of Memphis, Tenn.; grandchildren, Chad Rogers, Joey (Jessica) Rogers, John Robinette, Kelly (Patrick) Dalrymple, Adam Perdue; great grandchildren, Dylan Dalrymple, Kaylee Rogers, Jacob Rogers. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glidewell Perdue. Visitation will be Friday, October 13, 2006, from 10 a.m., until funeral time. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Friday, October 13, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Clayton Hall officiating. Interment will be at Shanklin Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mike Rogers, Mark Perdue, Chad Rogers, Joey Rogers, John Robinette, and Adam Perdue.

William Calbert Porter, age 83, of Hendersonville, passed away October 20, 2006. He was born on August 6, 1923, to the late Fletcher and Georgia Porter. He retired from the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Della Jane Ventress Porter of Hendersonville; daughter, Donna Miles of Hendersonville; 4 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; brother, Jimmy Porter of Indianapolis, Ind. He was preceded in death by two sons, William A. and Barry L. Porter. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 8 p.m., Saturday, October 21, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 8 p.m., Sunday, October 22, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Monday, October 23, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Pastor Rick Simms officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Shaun Massey, Joey Philpot, Craig Burrer, Kurt Feldman, Andy McCloud, and Jason Murphy. Honorary pallbearers are Gordon McCloud, Kyle McCloud, and Jimmy Porter.

Pauline Simpson, age 61, of Portland, passed away April 4, 2006, at her residence. Born in Davidson County on June 22, 1944, to the late Jewel and Addie Mae Jacobs. She was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church for over thirty years. She is survived by her husband, Charles Simpson of Portland; daughters, Connie Moyher of Portland, Sandra Simpson of Portland; sons, David Simpson of Portland, Thomas Simpson of Portland; 9 grandchildren, Heather, Coty and Shea Simpson, Daniel and Bobbi Jo Harper, Amanda and Emily Simpson, Michael and Dustin Montoya; sister, Barbara Kersletter of Nashville. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by brothers, Paul, James, and Ray Jacobs; sisters, Gladys Rowland, Betty Basham, and Mary Cole. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, April 7, 2006, and 9 a.m., until funeral time, Friday, April 7, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Friday, April 7, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Pierce and Bro. R.H. McCuin officiating. Interment will be at Sherron Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Daniel Harper, Coty Simpson, Michael Montoya, Dustin Montoya, Shea Simpson, Bobby Edward Simpson, Terry Andrews, Eddie Steels, Ronnie Leek.

Carrie Rena Smith, age 91, of Portland, passed away October 14, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. She was born in Columbia, S.C., on September 15, 1915, to the late James and Mary Craft. She retired from nursing. She is survived by daughter, Margaret Atkinson; grandsons, Paul Johnson, Ricky Johnson, Edward Lane; granddaughters, Chanity Atkinson, Thomothy (Steven) Graves, Hollye (Robert, Sr.) Blair; several great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Alton Hutson. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, October 26, 2006, and 4 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, October 27, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Saturday, October 28, 2006 at, Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Ed Ferrell officiating. Interment will be at Portland Memorial Gardens.

Quinton Lynn Stacey, age 48, of Portland, passed away May 16, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. Born March 27, 1958, to Ernest and Janet Stacey. He was employed by Beaman Lincoln-Mercury Automotive. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Stacey of Portland; daughters, Amanda Stacey of Roanoke, Va., Bridgett Bantis of Portland; sons, Quinton (Mecha) Stacey, Jr., of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Cody Stacey of Portland, Michael Bantis of Portland; parents, Ernest and Janet Stacey of Portland; sister, Loretta Westfall of Akron, Ohio; brother, Ernest Stacey, Jr., of Brighton, Mich.; granddaughter, Aveona Stacey. He had been a foster parent to many children. Visitation will be 6 p.m., until 9 p.m., Wednesday, May 17, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 2 p.m., and 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, May 18, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Nathan Knight officiating. Interment will be at Old Brush Cemetery.

Wanda Mae Staton, age 79, of Portland, passed away December 19, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. She was born in Middletown, Ohio, on September 19, 1927, to the late Snyder and Grace Patton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Staton. She is survived by her daughter, Tamara (James) Gunn of Portland; grandchildren, Shelby (Rebecca) Harris of Ft. Pierce, Fla., Drew Harris of Ft. Pierce, Fla., Coty Harris of Portland. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

Ivory C. Stevens, age 87, of Castalian Springs, passed away on January 11, 2006. Born in Sumner County on January 27, 1918, to the late Thurman and Vernie Stephens. Mrs. Stevens retired from Sun Trust. She is survived by her nephew, Glenn (Gayl) Hinton; niece, Linda (Walter) Allen; great nieces, Karen (Kevin) Hughes, Sherry (Mike) Parker, Sonja (Paul) Waggoner, Megan Allen, Melissa Sego; great nephews, Eric (Amy) Allen, Bryan Carter, Joshua Allen, Jacob Allen; special friends, Margaret Hoffman, Dawnyell Rangel, Sheren Golob; 8 great great nieces, 3 great great nephews. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, January 12, 2006. Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Friday, January 13, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with interment at Mitchellville General Baptist Church Cemetery.

James Claude Summers, Jr., age 75, of Portland, passed away on October 18, 2006, at his residence. He was born on October 11, 1931, to the late James and Lena Summers. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Summers of Portland; daughter, Dottie Bogan of Yuma, Ariz.; sons, James Summers, III, of White Plains, Md., Jay Summers of Portland; 6 grandchildren; sisters, Ann Spears of Fruitland, Fla., Bettye McMurtry of Greenbrier, Tenn., Patsy Nauman of Minneapolis, Minn.; brother, Joe Summers of Orlinda, Tenn. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 4 p.m., Thursday, October 19, 2006, and 6 p.m., until 8 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2006. Recitation of the rosary will be at 7:30 p.m., Friday, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m., Saturday, October 21, 2006, at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Gallatin, Tenn. Entombment will be at Springhill Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sumner Hospice or St. John Vianney Catholic School in Gallatin.

Evelyn Christine Taylor, age 74, of Madison, passed away on April 12, 2006, at Skyline Medical Center. She was born in Sumner County on August 10, 1931, to the late Frank and Ethel Douglass. She is survived by her son, Victor (Pam) Taylor of Woodville, Ala.; 12 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sisters, Clara Perry of Madison, Nadine Hall of Madison, Sandra Suttle of Madison, Diane Douglas of Portland, Dorris Stiles of Pierre, S.Dak., Betty Deen of Portland; brothers, Franklin Douglass of Portland, Buddy Douglass of Portland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Taylor, and sister, Mildred Taylor. Visitation will be 1 p.m., until 9 p.m., Sunday, April 16, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Monday. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Monday, April 17, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Interment will be at Fairfield Cemetery.

Michael Wayne Thompson, age 46, of Portland, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2006, at his home. He was born in Sumner County on June 3, 1960, to Linda Worley and Bobby Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Pamela Cook Thompson of Portland; daughter, Cyndi Thompson of Portland; sons, Randy Thompson, Shane Thompson, Joshua (Jaska) Cook, Phillip Wilson, all of Portland; grandchildren, Sera Cook, Joshua Cook, Damion Wilson, Matthew Wilson, Zoe Foote; mother, Linda (Ben) Worley of Franklin, Ky.; father, Bobby (Mary) Thompson of Portland; sister, Debbie (Steve) Jones of Portland; brother, Tony (Beth) Thompson of Portland; stepbrothers, Bennie (Connie) Worley of Springfield, Mike Gregory of Portland, Charlie Gregory of Nashville. Visitation will be 10 a.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, August 14, 2006. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Tuesday, August 15, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Emery officiating. Interment will be at Perdue Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Phillip Trevino, Jerry Tayes, Tony Dunning, Chad Utley, Floyd Utley, and Timmy Hardin.

Tawanda K. Trammel, age 75, of Cottontown, passed away on February 3, 2006, at her residence. She was born in Sumner County on February 17, 1930, to the late Henry and Florence Key. She is survived by her daughter, Melanie (Doug) Parks of Cottontown; grandson, Jason (Amanda) Parks of Portland; great- grandchild, Isabelle Parks; sisters, Patricia (Mike) Deasy of Huntsville, Ala., Joy Murial Woodward of Indianapolis, Ind., Sandra (Bobby) Butler of Gallatin. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Sunday, February 5, 2006, at Bush's Chapel Church with Bro. Johnny Tucker officiating. Interment will be at Bush's Chapel Cemetery. Jason Parks, Mike Deasy, Kevin Deasy, David Butler, Daniel Butler, and Jimmy Harrison will serve as pallbearers. Memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson St, Nashville, TN 37203, or St. Jude’s Children's Hospital.

Queenie Mai Upchurch, age 88, of Cottontown, passed away on May 4, 2006, at Portland Medical Center. She was born in Sumner County on June 10, 1917, to the late Luther and Ruby Ray. She is survived by daughter, Jean (Gerald) Ellis of Sparta, Ga., Ramona (William, Jr.) Tomlin of Nashville, Barbara (Billy) Chestnut of Cottontown; sons, Joe (Maude) Upchurch of Hammond, Ind., James "Buddy" Upchurch of Cottontown, Ray "Donnie" (Bonnie) Upchurch of St. John, Ind.; 18 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; sisters, Lila George of Portland, Helen George of Portland, Ruth (Lonnie) Whittaker of Portland, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Dee Upchurch; son, Bruce Upchurch, grandson, Tony Tomlin, and brothers, Willard Ray and Earl C. Ray. Visitation will be 4 p.m., until 8 p.m., Friday, May 5, 2006, and 10 a.m., until funeral time on Saturday, May 6, 2006. Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Saturday, May 6, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Doug Parks officiating. Interment will be at Halltown Cemetery. Her grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers.

Michael "Bodean" Vanatta, age 54, of Portland, passed away August 26, 2006, at St. Thomas Hospital. He was born in Sumner County on August 12, 1952. He is survived by his parents, Ralph and Wilma Vanatta of Portland; brothers, Ronnie (Bobbie) Vanatta of Portland, Terry Vanatta of Portland, Jeff (Cathy) Vanatta of Portland; girlfriend, Patsy Jones of Portland; nephews, Donnie Vanatta, Robert Vanatta, Matt Vanatta; niece, Julie (Jody) Inman; several aunts and uncles. Visitation will be 9 a.m., until 9 p.m., Monday, August 28, 2006. Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Tuesday, August 29, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. James Harris and Bro. Rusty Hills officiating. Interment will be at Restlawn Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Donnie Vanatta, Robert Vanatta, Matt Vanatta, Gary McFarlin, Craig Trammell, and Jonah Groves. Honorary bearers will be Terry Munday, Rino Cox, Roy Lee Minnis, Keith Reecer, Lawrence Donner, and Jody Inman.

Earnest Orten Ventress, age 71, of Portland, passed away on December 19, 2006, at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was born in Sumner County on September 13, 1935, to the late Ned and Gladys Ventress. He is survived by his companion, Glenda Cullum of Portland; daughter, Barbara (Barry) Clark of Bethpage; sons, Darrell (Jennifer) Ventress of Portland; Dale (Ann) Ventress of Portland, Johnny Ventress of Pontiac, Ill.; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; stepsons, Ben Burgett of Westmoreland, Dustin Goforth of Henning, Joshua Graham; sisters, Darby Roberts of Portland, Lela Martin of Gary, Ind.; brother, Alvin Ventress of Portland. Visitation will be 11 a.m., until 9 p.m., Thursday, December 21, 2006, and 11 a.m., until 9 p.m., on Friday, December 22, 2006. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, December 23, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Kenneth Gregory officiating. Interment will be at old Brush Cemetery.

Dylan Kent Viator, age 21, of Portland, beloved son of Kent and Terri Viator, departed this life suddenly on January 8, 2006. He was a talented musician, writer, dreamer, poet, and great fisherman. His passion was his love of quality literature. He would have been an amazing educator. He is survived by his parents, Kent and Terri Viator; sisters, Carly Viator and Konner Viator; brothers, Blayze Viator and Gunnar Viator, all of Portland; grandparents, Glyndon Viator of New Iberia, La., William and Ruby Schertler of Red Lavel, Ala. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Viator. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, January 11, 2006, at Halltown General Baptist Church with Bro. Phillip Wilson officiating.

Infant William Allen Voorhees, of Cottontown, passed away August 23, 2006, at Sumner Regional Medical Center. He is survived by his parents, Sandra and Ronnie Voorhees of Cottontown; sister, Hallie Voorhees of Cottontown; grandparents, Ronald and Gail Voorhees of Cottontown, Leroy and Sherrie Hanna of Iowa; several aunts and uncles. Graveside service will be 2 p.m., Saturday, August 26, 2006, at Old Brush Cemetery with Bro. Clayton Hall officiating.

Barry E. Walker, age 56, of Portland, passed away on August 18, 2006, after a heroic battle with cancer. He was born in Davidson County on October 24, 1949, to Betty Bowling and the late George E. Walker. Mr. Walker was a Vietnam veteran. He was preceded in death by his father, George E. Walker, and stepson Anthony Baird. He is survived by his devoted wife, Kay Walker; mother, Betty Barber; stepson, Teddy (Jody) Baird; grandson, Caleb Dean Baird, all of Portland; brother, Glenn E. Walker of Hendersonville; aunts, Linda (James) Stewart, Karlie Jo Kee, both of Hendersonville; uncles, Robert L. (Dot) Walker of Nashville, Larry R. Walker of Goodlettsville, and a host of other family and friends. Visitation will be 5 p.m., until 9 p.m., Friday, August 18, 2006, and 3 p.m., until 9 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2006. A Masonic service will be held at 7 p.m., Saturday, August 19, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 3 p.m., Sunday, August 20, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Hinkle and Bro. Clayton Hall officiating. Interment will be at Portland Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Robert L. Walker, Larry R. Walker, James E. Stewart, Russell Holman, Edwin Bishop, Aubrey Ellis, and Greg Schauber. Memorial contributions may be made to VA Volunteer Service Hospice, Ward 1B North- Hospice, TVHCS- York Campus, 3400 Lebanon Pike, Murfreesboro, TN 37129-1236.

Perri Ann Wall, age 46, of Goodlettsville, passed away November 25, 2006. She was born in Kountz, Tex., on January 6, 1959, to John and Joan Jordan. She is survived by her daughter, Amy (Wes) Bowden of Goodlettsville; son, Andy (Missy) Gentry of Portland; 4 grandchildren, Spencer White, Brady White, Alexandria Bowden, Adrianna Gentry; parents, John and Joan Jordan of Portland; brothers, Troy (Peggy) Jordan of Cross Plains, Tony (D’Ann) Jordan of Portland. Visitation will be 3 p.m., until 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 28, 2006, and 10 a.m., until 1 p.m., on Wednesday. Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 29, 2006, at Wilkinson & Wiseman Funeral Home with Rev. Alex Jackson officiating. Mrs. Wall will be cremated following the service, and the family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the college fund for her grandchildren at “The Perri Jordan Wall