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November 2024
Gunter, Joan Marie, age 84, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee went home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2024. Joan was born in Philipsburg, PA and was the daughter of the late, George and Mary Humenay. She was a member of St. Stephen Catholic Community, the KCLA, the Ladies of Charity, and was retired from Northern Telecom. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them as well as her many friends. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William George “Pops” Gunter, and her brothers, Francis Humenay and George Humenay.
She is survived by:
Son – Billy (Donna) Gunter
Daughter – Terri (Todd) King
Brothers – Thomas (Pam) Humenay and Vincent (Gloria) Humenay
Sisters – Mirella (Ronald) Berger and Regina (Bill) Mansell
Grandchildren – Jessica (Marc) Seng, Ashley King, Eric Gunter, and Emily (Brett) Welch
Great Grandchildren – Braxton King, Ayden King, and Natalie Seng
Numerous nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at St. Stephen Catholic Community, 14544 Lebanon Rd., Old Hickory, TN. Visitation will be at the church 5-7 Tuesday ending with a Rosary at 7 p.m. and one hour prior to service time Wednesday.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to St. Stephen Catholic Community or the Ladies of Charity.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Cates, Steve Charles, age 75, passed away on November 3, 2024. Steve was born in Crossville, Tennessee. He was a Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother. Steve retired as a Metro Nashville Firefighter after 35 years of dedicated service. He was the father of a hero, Lance Corporal Tyler Cates, a true friend, and avid outdoorsman. He greatly loved his family, friends, and our great country. He will be missed every day. He was preceded in death by his mother, Reva Dodson Bush and his son, Lance Corporal Tyler Cates.
Steve is survived by:
Wife of 25 years – Denine Scott Cates
Son – Joe (Tammy Young) Cates
Daughters – Alisha Willis and Ashley (Cody) Nichols
Adopted children – Adrianne (Travis) Hardwick and Victor Norris
Sister – Jimmie Faye Douglas
Brothers – Frank (Connie) Bush and Paul (Katherine) Bush
Grandchildren – Hunter Cates, Kylie Cates, Savannah Cates, Justin Willis, Haydon Russell, Evie Parks, Madison Parks, and Michelle (Jonah) Tinnel
Great Grandchildren – Dayton Fathera, Everette Fathera, and Evie Fathera
Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins
Funeral services will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Bro. Marty Davenport officiating. A private interment will follow at Crossville City Cemetery in Crossville, TN. Active pallbearers will be Ken Nelson, Victor Norris, Travis Hardwick, Paul Poland, Jonah Tinnel, and Hunter Cates. Honorary pallbearers will be current and retired employees of the Metro Nashville Fire Department.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to service time Saturday at Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Buckner, Patsy Anne Shubert, age 72, died November 8, 2024. Pat, a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ (John 3:16, Acts 16:30-31) was born on November 20, 1951 in Lenoir City, TN. She was the daughter of the late, Roy and Terry Shubert.
Pat is survived by:
Husband of 36 years – Terry Buckner
Son – Joshua
Daughter – Megan
Sister – Kathy
Pat was known as “B” to her grandchildren, whom she loved vey much – Bentley, Autumn, Paisley and Brooklyn
She is also survived by several nieces and nephews
Visitation will be from 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel. A private graveside service for the immediate family will be conducted 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Pharris, Richard Steuart, age 67, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024. Richard was born in Anchorage, Alaska to the late Richard and Shirley Pharris. A devoted Christian, Richard’s life was marked by his deep love for his family and his unwavering faith. He retired from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency as an H.R. Director. In his spare time, he enjoyed finding and collecting seashells and interesting rocks as well as sharing his love of all things Disney with his family and friends. Richard’s warm heart, sense of adventure, and steadfast love will be deeply missed by all who know him.
He is survived by:
Wife of 41 years – Vanissa Mechelle Pharris
Daughter – Katherine (Craig) Sonneveld
Brother – Larry (Dawn) Pharris
Sister – Carol (Jim) Eads
Grandchild – Asher McDonald
Nieces – Sarah (Brian) Winfree and Rebecca (Brandon) Carr
Nephews – Garrett (Jennifer) Eads and James Pharris
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. til 3:00 p.m. at Bond Memorial Chapel.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Robertson, William Matthew “Bill”, age 82, passed away on November 18, 2024. Bill Robertson was a loving husband, father, and “Grandeddy.” He served in the United States Air Force and then sold Ford vehicles for many years. After retirement, Bill hosted weekly poker games and charity tournaments.
Aside from his career, Bill loved spending time with his wife and family. Bill was married to Doe for 55 years! Together they had two daughters, two son-in-laws, and five grandchildren. Bill was heavily involved in his grandkids lives and never missed any of their extracurricular activities. He also loved his grand-dogs.
Bill was known as the “Life of the Party” and he cherished all the memories he made with his poker friends and family. He loved to sing karaoke, even if “Wooly Bully” embarrassed his daughters. He was a storyteller, jokester, and never met a stranger.
Even though we are sad to see him go, we find comfort in knowing he passed away doing what he loved….playing poker.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Nannie Robertson and a sister, Joann Sandfer.
Bill is survived by:
Wife of 55 years – Doe Robertson
Daughters – Lisa (Brian) Short and Angie (Mike) Witt
Sisters – Gale (Paul) Flowers and Terra Sexton
Grandchildren – Jimmy (Haley) Pinson, Amber (Jacob) Anderson, Kimberly Pinson, Emily Short, Sara Short, Kyle Witt, and Kyla Rumbaugh
Numerous nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be conducted at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel with visitation from 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. A private interment with military honors will be held at the Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation in honor of Jared Burlison.
Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Smith, Carolyn Sue, age 68, of Mt. Juliet, TN died peacefully on October 30, 2024. Carolyn was born on May 10, 1956, in Fairlea, WV to the late Charles and Maxine Johnson. Carolyn is survived by: Daughter – Cindy Simmons, Sons – Curtis (Shelley) Simmons and Chris (Connie) Simmons, Sister - Linda Furuya, Brothers- Bill Johnson, Jimmy Johnson, Frank Johnson and Roger Johnson, Grand Children- Zackary Smith, Curtis Michael Simmons II, Presley Simmons, Jayden Simmons and Elysia Simmons.
She was the pianist and member of The Marfrance Church of God from the age of five and was a pianist in multiple Gospel Groups. Her contribution and devotions, although human but now perfect in Jesus Christ Her Savior, are now recognized on Earth and in Heaven. She is now a member of Heavens Choir and will forever be in His presence with those that have gone on before her.
She was a loving Mother, Sister, and grandmother and will be deeply missed.
Chorus
Let’s meet by the river over on that beautiful shore
Let’s meet by the river where loved one’s dwell Who’ve gone on before
If you leave here first just wait by the River
If I leave you here that’s where you’ll find me
Let’s meet by the river over on that beautiful shore
God's Beautiful Shore"
Let’s Meet by the River
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Jenkins, Terry Wayne, a beloved husband, father, and friend, peacefully passed away at home on November 20, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Terry was a lifelong resident of Mount Juliet, Tennessee. A 1970 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School, Terry furthered his education at Tennessee Tech. He dedicated over three decades of his life to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and pursued his passion for land surveying, owning Jenkins and Jenkins Land Surveying. Terry was a man of simple pleasures. He found joy in the quiet moments by the pool, the satisfying scent of food sizzling on the grill, and the cheerful laughter of children. His love for the outdoors led him to the serene waters, where he often spent his days fishing. Woodworking was another hobby that brought him peace and creativity. Terry was preceded in death by his father, Jessie W. Jenkins, his mother, Willa D. Jenkins, and a brother, Billy Jenkins.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Christie Creekmur Jenkins; his son, Jeremy W. Jenkins; his brother, Jerry D. (Patti) Jenkins; and his special niece, Kathryn Creekmur. He will be deeply missed by numerous beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm with service following.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Bakers Grove Baptist Church 3562 Earhart Road Mount Juliet TN 37122.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Smith, Macy Curtis, age 77, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Macy Curtis Smith was born on April 29, 1947, in Marvel, Alabama and raised in Bessemer, Alabama by his parents MC and Augustine Smith, along with his brother David Lowell. He attended the University of Alabama where he played football under “Bear” Bryant during the 1967 and 1968 championship seasons. He graduated with a BS degree in business and spent much of his professional career in sales, retiring as a Regional Manager from Terumo Medical Corporation in 2017. Curtis was married twice, having four children in his first marriage and raising two stepchildren with his current wife of 35 years, Linda. He loved spending time at the lake, working on cars, and driving his Corvette. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his 16 grand and 4 great-grandkids.
Curtis was preceded in death by his parents MC and Augustine Smith and his brother, David Lowell Smith.
He is survived by:
Wife – Linda Lou Ross Smith
Children – Tracy Lynne Smith Barton, Macy Curtis (Leigh) Smith, Jr., Kathryn Leigh Smith (Jason) Snyder, Judy Diane Smith (Ryan) Blankenship, Mark Daniel (Anita) Lane, and Ashley Danielle Thomas
Grandchildren – Lindsey (Randy) Dickerhoff, Caleb (Kylie) Barton, Bryce (Tori) Barton, Emma Thomas, Mikayla Lane, Kyleigh Cripps, Kyndall Cripps, Kamyrn Cripps, Kolby Snyder, Kinsley Snyder, Averie Blankenship, Addley Blankenship, Lillie Smith, Sophie Smith, Emme Smith, and Mac Smith
Great Grandchildren – Kilian, Jude, Griffin, and Quinn Dickerhoff.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at The Journey Church, 1240 Leeville Pike, Lebanon, Tennessee 37090. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until time of the service. Private graveside services were conducted earlier at the Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens with family members serving as pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Journey Church, 1240 Leeville Pike, Lebanon, Tennessee 37090 or to Gentiva Hospice, 115 Winwood Dr #102, Lebanon, TN 37087
The family would like to give special thanks to Jennifer, Brittany, and Amanda with Gentiva Hospice for their excellent care and compassion.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Ferguson, James Donald “Jim”, entered heaven on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Jim was born in Zephyrhills, Florida on May 21, 1934. He was followed 30 minutes later by his twin, Jon. Their parents were Lawrence Sumner and Tennie Barber Ferguson.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Hazel Ferguson Gill, Herbert Theron Ferguson, Lawrence Sumner Ferguson, Jr., and Jon Ronald Ferguson. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Arneta Howard Ferguson and children: Syble Ferguson Groover (Chuck), Rodney Lee Ferguson (Michele), and Ronda Ferguson Spena (Marten), grandchildren: Jamie Groover (Sarah Randall), Kelley Groover, Heather Petit (Shawn), Melissa Groover (Ricky), Andrew Spena, Adam Spena (Claire Melero, fiancée), Aimee Kathrine Deer (Jeremy): four great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild, as well as nieces and nephews.
Jim attended Zephyrhills schools and started his working career early. In his 20s, he went to work for the US Postal Service. He worked as a clerk for 15 years, then became a rural carrier for the next 15 years. After retirement, he took up woodworking. Once Arneta retired, they relocated to Blairsville, Georgia. They became very active in First Baptist Church. Jim served on their mission team. He built many wheelchair ramps and repaired houses for those in need. In his rare downtime, he loved to fish and go out on his pontoon boat. In 2016 they moved to Mt. Juliet, Tennessee to be near family.
Jim was dearly loved by his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. He always had a sweet spirit and sense of humor. He maintained both until the end.
The family would like to thank Alive Hospice and Carrick Glen Memory Care for their loving care of Jim in his final days.
Burial will be at Oakside Cemetery in Zephyrhills, Florida, on land that once was home to his family’s sawmill business.
A family graveside service will be held on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Arneta will be available to receive friends for a few days at the home of Rodney Ferguson.
Visitation will be at Victory Baptist Church, 1777 Tate Lane, Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, on Sunday December 15, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Alive Hospice or Tennessee Baptist Mission Board Disaster Relief.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Eakes, Linda Ann McCorkle, died Thursday, November 28, 2024. Linda was a lifelong resident of Mt. Juliet, TN and was the daughter of the late, James Humphrey McCorkle and Mildred Smith McCorkle. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Linda was a 1955 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School, where she was a member of the Beta Club and Homecoming Queen. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1987 from Cumberland University, where she earned the Alice Hegan Rice Award and an Award in English. Linda taught English at Lebanon High School for many years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed sewing, quilting, flower gardening, antiques and traveling. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Donnie Eakes.
Linda is survived by:
Children – Mark (Robin) Eakes, Greg Eakes and Melinda (Kenneth) Mace
Brother – Charles Lee McCorkle
5 Grandchildren, 4 Great-grandchildren and 1 Great-great granddaughter
Granddog – Harley
Caregiver/Sitter – Julia Hamblen
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chuck Groover officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be John Robert Eakes, Nathan Ferrell, Justin Ferrell, Erick Brockman, Landis Sanders and Clayton House.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to your local library or the animal shelter of your choice.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thursday at Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
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Lindsay, Lisa Michelle, age 51, of Mt. Juliet, TN, passed away on November 23, 2024. Lisa was born on June 7, 1973, to Ronald and Joanne Sullivan in Riverside, CA. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife and mother. Lisa will be deeply missed by all that knew her.
She is survived by:
Parents – Ronald and Joanne Sullivan
Husband – Matthew Lindsay
Daughters – Sadie Faith Lindsay and Hannah Joy Lindsay
Brother – Jeff Sullivan
Lhasa Apsos – Lulu and Charlie
A celebration of Life will be on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at
The Fellowship Church, 490 Industrial Drive, Mt Juliet, TN 37122.
Eldred, Timothy Lee, age 86, died November 19, 2024. Tim was born in Oneonta, NY and was the son of the late, Walter William Eldred and Cora Elizabeth Thayer Eldred Gordon. He was currently serving as Pastor of Christ’s Servants Baptist Church. Tim was the former Chaplain for the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department, the National Sheriff’s Association and Wilson County Emergency Management Agency. He was also the founder of the Christian Law Enforcement Mission. In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his wives, Sally Rider Eldred and Anita Lessing Eldred and his step-daughter, Donna Clark.
Tim is survived by:
Children – Darryl (Eva) Eldred, Mike Eldred and Vickie (Ted) Frels
Step-daughter – Lisa Mathis
Daughters-in-law – Karen Duke and Teresa Eldred
Siblings – June (Cecil) Cairns, Pamela (David) Moore and Peter (Penny) Eldred
Grandchildren, Great-grandchildren and Great-great Grandchildren – Dane (Terry) Frels, Nicole Frels, Josh (Ansley) Eldred, Noah Eldred, Chelsea (Paul) Mitchell, Christie (Tristan) Strong, Charles Mathis, Jodie (Eric) Stubblefield, Samantha (Jamie) Edwards, Angela (Dustin) Rotan, Alisa McCormick, Alyssa Clark, Sami Clark, Reed, Beckett, Braylen, Charlisa, Savannah, Wilder, Kaydence, Callie, Tailian, Tripp, Sabrina, Dalton, Aubrey, Anna, Caleb, John, Ryleigh and Violet
Many loving nieces and nephews and acquired kids from youth groups everywhere
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted 1 p.m. Monday December 9, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Joel Salazar officiating.
The family requests, that in lieu of flowers, you consider making a donation to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
Eldred, Darryl, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 29, 2024. Born in Oneonta, NY, he was the son of the late Timothy Lee Eldred and Sally Rider Eldred. Darryl graduated from Lake Jackson High School in Lake Jackson, TX, and attended Stephen F. Austin College in Nacogdoches, TX. A man of faith, he was a member of Life Point Church and Christ’s Servants Baptist Church.
Darryl had a remarkable gift: the ability to truly see people. He made everyone he encountered feel known, loved, and understood, whether through a warm conversation, a kind gesture, or simply his gentle presence.
A loving and devoted husband to Eva, Darryl was her partner and best friend. Their bond was filled with deep affection, playfulness, and unwavering support. Darryl adored Eva in a way that brought light to every room they entered together. Their love was a beautiful blend of laughter, kindness, and friendship, and they shared a life enriched with countless moments of joy and adventure. Together, they built a relationship that was a true partnership and an inspiration to all who knew them.
As a father, Darryl was both a guide and a friend to his children. He had a special way of understanding their world, finding shared interests, and creating space for honest, meaningful conversations. They treasured the moments spent lost in discussions about the things they loved, gleaning from his wisdom and insight. Darryl’s steady presence, whether through long talks or gentle advice, made him someone they could always count on.
In his professional life, Darryl excelled as a Salesforce Solutions Architect. His passion for problem-solving and technology was evident in his innovative work, which brought value and transformation to his clients and colleagues. His love of gadgets and curiosity about how things worked fueled his creativity and precision. While his expertise was admired, it was his kindness and respect for others that truly defined his career.
Darryl’s kindness and respect reached far beyond his family. He lived by example, demonstrating that true wisdom lies not just in knowledge but in how you treat others. His warm smile and thoughtful nature left an indelible mark on everyone he met, from friends and colleagues to strangers.
Darryl is survived by his beloved wife, Eva Eldred; children, Josh (Ansley) Eldred, Noah Eldred, Angela (Dustin) Rotan, and Samantha (Jamie) Edwards; his brother, Mike Eldred; his sister, Vickie (Ted) Frels; his grandchildren, Beckett, Braylen, Aubrey, Caleb, Anna, John, and Ryleigh; his great-granddaughter, Violet; and the countless others whose lives he touched with his love and generosity.
His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew him, a reminder of the power of kindness, the joy of connection, and the legacy of a life well lived.
A Celebration of service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Bond Memorial Chapel.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Visitation will be from noon - 2 p.m. Saturday at Bond Memorial Chapel, 1098 Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663, www.bondmemorial.com
