1098 WESTON DRIVE - MT. JULIET - TENNESSEE - 37122​​
615.773.2663
Locally Owned and Operated
Bond Memorial Chapel​
April 2024
Graves, Barbara Sue, age 81 of Mt. Juliet, TN, died April 1, 2024. Barbara was born in Henderson, TX and was the daughter of the late James Paxton Boyd and Frances Strong Boyd. She graduated from Henderson High School in 1961. Attending Pepperdine, Whittier College, and Texas A&M, she completed her BS degree from Stephen F. Austin State College in Nacogdoches, TX in 1964. After teaching for 40 years in California, Texas and Tennessee, Barbara retired from John Overton High School in 2002. After retirement, she taught ESL at the Davidson County Jail 3 nights a week for 6 years. She volunteered with many organizations in the Mt. Juliet area including Del Webb, Victory Baptist Church, and Rutland Elementary School.
She was known at Rutland Elementary as “Grandma Rutland” by the students. The students would bring their books to her where she would listen to them read in her recliner in the hallway. Reading to Grandma Rutland always ended with a smile for both her and the kids.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by the love of her life for 57 1/2 years, husband, Merritt Graves; daughter, Amanda Lee Graves; sister, Janie Young; brothers, Chuck Boyd and Jimmy Boyd; brothers-in-law, Tom Graves and Jerry Young.
She is survived by:
Daughters – Missy (Darren) Elrod and Merri Kay Graves
Granddaughters – Paxton Elrod and Piper Elrod
Sister – Pam (Clovis) Glenn
Sisters-in-law – Kay Graves and Virginia Graves
Several nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. April 7, 2024, at Bond Memorial Chapel with Brother Chuck Groover officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Rutland Elementary Library/AR program (2101 S. Rutland Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122)
Visitation will be held from 12-1:45pm prior to service time Sunday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Nichols, Frances Gleaves, age 86, of Lebanon, TN, died April 2, 2024. Fran was born in Nashville, TN and was the daughter of the late, Claude and Delma Gleaves. She was a 1956 graduate of Donelson High School. Upon graduation, Fran earned a BS degree from Memphis State University and the MRE degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She also completed advanced studies at the University of Alaska. Fran was retired from Federal Civil Service as a GS-9/7. In this position she was the Director of Religious Education for three Army Posts and consultant for two Air Force Bases in Alaska. Frances was also preceded in death by her husband, James R. Nichols and sister, Martha Gleaves.
She is survived by:
Siblings – Richard (Ruby) Gleaves, Owen (Linda) Gleaves and Sue Buttrey
Many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews
A graveside service will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Carver Fuqua Gleaves Cemetery.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. – 12 noon Saturday at Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Roberts, Carol J. Miller, age 83, of Mt. Juliet, TN and formerly of Willimantic, CT died peacefully on March 31, 2024. Carol was born January 6, 1941, in Willimantic, CT and was the daughter of the late, Robert E. Miller and Evangeline J. Hansen. She lived her early life with her grandparents, Raymond H. and Lillian A. Dodd. Carol was a graduate of Windham High School and Hartford Airline Personnel School. She worked for the Mathematics Department of the University of Connecticut in Grants and Contracts, retiring in 2001. Carol was a member of the First United Methodist Church and taught Sunday School for many years at the Old Stone Church in Willimantic, CT. She loved to travel, enjoying the beauty and tranquility of downhill skiing in Vermont and Colorado, and bicycling on Cape Cod. Her active life changed after a stroke in 2001, but she never let her physical impairments hold her back. Carol counted her many blessings and never gave up. She loved being with her grandchildren; their youth made her feel young and happy. In 2009, Carol moved to the Del Webb community in Mt. Juliet, TN where she enjoyed playing Bocce ball, going paddle boating, Bible study, learning Canasta, going on bus trips and traveling with family. Carol was predeceased by her sister, Marilyn J. Easton.
She is survived by:
Daughters - Judy (Thomas) Chase and Donna (David) Hickman
Grandchildren – Mary Hickman, Mark Hickman, Holly Chase (Eddie Eseppi),
and Jacquelyn Chase
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Providence Church, 2293 S. Rutland Road, Mt. Juliet, TN with Pastor Jacob Armstrong officiating. Visitation will be at the church at 12:00 p.m.
Interment will be in East Cemetery in Tolland, CT at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 29 Puddin Lane, Mansfield Center, CT 06250.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Drennon, Gary Ragsdale “Rooster”, age 81, of Old Hickory, TN, died April 7, 2024. Gary was born in Nashville, TN and was the son of the late, Ragsdale Drennon and Mary Frances Williams Drennon. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Gary was a member of American Legion Post #88 and former Post Commander of American Legion Post #82. He was also past State Commander of the American Legion for the State of Tennessee, 2009-2014 Chairman of the Nashville-Davidson County Coordinating Council and Coordinator for the Music City Honor Flight. Gary was a member of Goodlettsville Masonic Lodge #271 F&AM. He was also a member of Al Menah Shrine and past Captain of the Drum and Bugle Corp. In addition to his parents, Gary is also preceded in death by his brother, William Lynn “Slim” Drennon, nephew, Terry Drennon and daughter-in-law, Andrea Drennon.
He is survived by:
Wife of 58 years – Barbara Talley Drennon
Sons – Gary Dale (fiancée, Larci Byrd), Christopher Lee (Michelle) Drennon and
Chad William (Raiza) Drennon
Grandchildren – Jessica (Michael) Hamilton, Julie (Douglas) Harp, Briana Drennon,
Rebecca Drennon, Gage Drennon, Adam Drennon, Makayla Drennon and
Noah Drennon
Great-grandchildren – Laila Hamilton, Brantley Hamilton, Weston Hamilton, Emma Drennon,
Olivia Harp and Mila Hamilton
Mother-in-law – Carrine Talley
Many other extended family members and lifelong friends
A graveside service with military honors will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Gary Dale Drennon, Chris Drennon, Chad Drennon, Michael Hamilton, Douglas Harp and Gage Drennon.
Flowers accepted or memorials made be made to American Legion Post #88 or the veteran’s charitable organization of your choice.
Visitation will be 10 a.m.–11:45 a.m. Thursday with a Masonic service to follow at Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Weist, Harold Wayne, age 88, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died April 7, 2024. Harold was born in Findlay, OH and was the son of the late Paul and Helen Weist. He retired from the United States Marine Corps. after 30 years of service. After his retirement, he proudly served as a district commander for the VFW and as a commander for the Vietnam Veterans Association. He was also a self-published author, writing and publishing 4 books. Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Weist, grandson, Corey Tonge, and brother Paul Weist, Jr.
He is survived by:
Son – Dustin Weist
Daughter – Leilani (Roshan Beekhoo) Weist
Step-daughter – Denise Payne
Grandsons – Richard Kanagie, Raymond Weist, Daniel Tonge, Michael Tonge, and Jeremy Tonge
Great Grandchildren – Madison Kanagie and Corey Kanagie
Brother – Gene Weist
Nephews – Roger Weist and Dave Weist
Niece – Cindy Weist Blough
A visitation will be conducted from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024, at Bond Memorial Chapel with Military Honors taking place at 1:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Chambers, Tony Edward, age 70, of Mt. Juliet, TN peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 19, 2024. Tony was born in Nashville, TN and was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Polly McPherson and brother-in-law, Michael Bullard. He was a dispatcher for Jones Brothers and retired after 18 years of service. Always the practical joker, and known to relentlessly pick on his younger sisters, Tony was also a snake wrangler and a dog whisperer. He had an uncanny ability to communicate with dogs. Tony was a dedicated Chicago Bears fan. He loved baseball and loved watching his grandchildren thrive in their pursuits whether it be baseball, basketball, cheerleading or singing. Tony was a man of God who was always willing to lend a helping hand or a comforting shoulder and will be immensely missed by all that loved him.
Left to cherish his memory:
Wife of 29 years - Freida Goins Chambers
Children – Michael (Angela) Miller, Kelly (John) Young,
Toni (Adam) Stark-Boisseau, Brian Chambers and
Amanda (Kyle) Brown
Siblings – Rocky (Dianne) Chambers, Debbie (Eddie) Boland, Janie Bullard,
and Sister-in-Law Cheryl (Greg) Pate
Grandchildren – Zachary, Anna (Daniel), Bryce, Christian (Hallie), Mylaiah,
Miya, Marlee, Kayden and Jaxon
Special nieces – Rebecca (Andy) Corbin and Roxanne (Jason) Pardue
Numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and many other extended family members and friends
Furry friends – Abbi and Jenny the Jones Brothers guard dog
A Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel where family and friends will gather to share stories and memories of Tony’s life.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the Alzheimer’s Foundation.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Swindoll, Roy Lamar, age 88, of Mt. Juliet, TN died April 24, 2024. Lamar was born on October 4, 1935 in Tupelo, MS and was the son of the late, Presley and Lola Duncan Swindoll. He was also preceded in death by 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Lamar was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Mt. Juliet. He spent his career as a salesman and instructor in the welding industry, retiring from Nasco 25 years ago. Lamar enjoyed people. He and his wife, Virginia, met some of their dearest friends at church, through work, and while square dancing. After retirement they and their friends purchased RVs and traveled across the states strengthening their bonds of friendship. Lamar also took great pleasure in music and in writing and reciting poetry. Seldom could he be found without a harmonica in his pocket. He used these passions and along with his close friends, spent many years entertaining and ministering to residents at local nursing homes. Before having their fist child, he and Virginia adopted Virginia’s six younger siblings after their parents were tragically killed in a car accident. He loved them as his own because Lamar loved his family. He taught his children and grandchildren the importance of working hard, enjoying simple pleasures like woodworking, gardening, and passing on the art of making others smile.
He is survived by:
Wife of 67 years – Virginia Miller Swindoll
Children – Phil (Dianne) Swindoll, David Swindoll and Carla Conte
Brother – Harold Swindoll
Grandchildren – Logan Swindoll, Matthew (Hailey) Swindoll, Brennan (Ellie) Swindoll
and McClayne (Gregory) Elliott
Great-grandchildren – Carson Swindoll, Bennett Swindoll, Baylor Swindoll,
Kendall Swindoll, Miller Anne Elliott, Bowen Swindoll and
Shepherd Elliott
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel with David Fallin officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:30 – 2 p.m.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
KATHERINE RUTH HOOD - MOFFETT
MARCH 25, 1988 – APRIL 9, 2024
KATIE WAS BORN IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, ON MARCH 25, 1988 TO EVELYN JONES. SHE WAS ADOPTED (CHOSEN) AT 6 WEEKS OLD ON MAY 11, 1988, BY JIM AND VICKI HOOD. KATIE WAS RAISED IN OLD HICKORY, TENNESSEE. SHE PASSED AWAY ON APRIL 9, 2024 AT THE AGE OF 36 AFTER COMPLICATIONS OF PNEUMONIA IN FLORIDA.
SHE ATTENDED W.A. WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, MT. JULIET MIDDLE SCHOOL AND MT. JULIET HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING IN THE CLASS OF 2006. SHE ATTENDED VARIOUS MEDICAL SCHOOLS INCLUDING MEDICAL ASSISTANT SCHOOL AND RECEIVED HER MEDICAL CODING CERTIFICATE.
SHE WAS A CHARTER MEMBER OF VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH IN MT. JULIET TENNESSEE AND WAS THE FIRST TO BE BAPTIZED IN THE CHURCH AT AGE 12. SHE SANG SOLOS IN HER SCHOOL CHOIR AND WAS ALSO THE ONLY YOUTH WHO SANG IN THE VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH ADULT CHOIR. SHE LOVED TO PERFORM FOR US AT HOME SINGING KARAOKE.
SHE WAS A GIFTED ARTIST, AND HAD A TALENT FOR BAKING AND CREATING DECORATIVE CAKES AND CUPCAKES. SHE LOVED TO COOK USING HER NANA’S FAVORITE RECIPES.
SHE HAD A LOVING SPIRIT FOR OTHERS AND WANTED TO HELP THOSE STRUGGLING, BECAUSE SHE HAD STRUGGLED MANY YEARS IN HER OWN PERSONAL LIFE. BUT MOST OF ALL SHE LOVED JESUS AND TAUGHT SUNDAY SCHOOL AND HER CHILDREN IN HER CLASS LOVED HER.
KATIE IS PRECEEDED IN DEATH BY HER BIRTH MOTHER, GRANDPARENTS: JAMES AND RUTH HOOD AND CHARLES AND IMOGENE CASON AND HER BABY GIRL, ELLIE GRACE BATTISTE ON FEBRUARY 24, 2024.
KATIE IS SURVIVED BY HER FATHER, JAMES R. HOOD, HER MOTHER AND STEP-FATHER, VICKI AND ELTON WISEMAN, HER CHILDREN NEVAEH, TRINITY, SKYLAR, GUNNER AND THE FATHER OF THEIR CHILDREN, DAVID MOFFETT, AS WELL AS HER CHILDREN IN FLORIDA; HUNTER, JAXSON, AND NOAH BATTISTE; KATIE HAD 3 HALF BROTHERS: JASON, MATTHEW AND JOHN, A STEP-SISTER, KIM BODAWIG AND STEP-BROTHER, KEVIN WISEMAN
SHE ALSO LEFT A HUGE IMPRINT ON THE LIVES OF HER AUNTS, UNCLES AND COUSINS: CHUCK AND SARAH DUNLAP; CHASE, JORDAN AND PARKER DUNLAP, ELIZABETH DUNLAP, BOB AND NANCY ROSE; BRAD AND LOREN ROSE. TOM AND NANCY HOOD; SARAH AND ROGER BURG; GLEN AND JEANNIE HOOD; AND MANY OTHER RELATIVES AND CLOSE FRIENDS WHO LOVED HER.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE WILL BE HELD AT VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH, 1777 TATE LANE, MT. JULIET, TN 37122 ON MAY 11, 2024. BROTHER CHUCK GROOVER WILL OFFICIATE THE SERVICE. GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL BEGIN AT 10:00 A.M-11:30 A.M. CELEBRATION OF LIFE WILL BEGIN AT 11:30 A.M.
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, PLEASE MAKE DONATIONS TO THE FAMILY TO HELP WITH THE CHILDREN’S EXPENSES, SUMMER CAMPS, ETC.
