Local Light Shows – Take A Drive With Family & Friends (Must See)

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – It’s that time of year again, pile the kids in the car and see the lights!! Below are some of the best lights shows in Robertson County!

• (Springfield, TN) “Christmas Lights Spectacular” The Whole House and yard decked with lights and festive scenes: On the corner of 4th & Willow In Springfield MAP Behind Springfield Baptist Church.

• “A Charlie Brown Christmas” themed synchronized light show on 4700 block of Palestine Rd in Springfield. Tune your radio to 90.1 for the show. MAP

• (Greenbrier, TN) 2019 Lights On Logan light Show Over 35,295 lights synchronized to 368 channels of computer-controlled animation. The show will be running til December 31 from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Address: 2760 Logan Road Greenbrier, TN. MAP The light show runs every 24 minutes from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) Tune your car stereo to 103.9 FM when you arrive to hear the show.

• (Greenbrier, TN) A “Christmas Village” Light Display: Intersection of Candy & Old Greenbrier Pike behind Greenbrier Church of Christ on Hwy 41 MAP

• (Cross Plains, TN) Dancing Light Show To Music – Brownstone neighborhood

Friends and family of Robertson County, we are filling up our yard and getting in the spirit with thousands of little lights again this year in the Brownstone neighborhood in Cross Plains. Roughly 100,000 bulbs and 144 channels will be dancing to the music from 5:30pm-9pm Monday through Thursday and 5:30pm-10 on Friday and Saturday. The show will begin on November 28th and end on December 28th Please tune your radio to 107.3 FM from the warmth of your vehicle to enjoy the show. Address: 8208 Brownstone Exd Cross Plains 37049 MAP

• COMING December 13-14 AND Dec. 20-21 (Springfield, TN) Winter Wonderland Of Lights! Travis Price Park, Springfield MAP

FREE Winter Wonderland Lighted Trail!

Hot Chocolate & Petting Zoo 

Walk-Thru at J. Travis Price Park In Springfield

FREE ADMISSION

(FREE EVENT)  Follow the lighted trails at J. Travis Price Park…Enter the Candy Cane Forest to see fantasy scenes, decorations, Hot chocolate and a petting zoo!

Bring your camera for pictures with Santa! Gates open at 5:30pm and close at 9:00 pm for all dates.

Location: Travis Price Park: 4155 Wilks Rd, Springfield, TN

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If you know of any other great light displays in the area, let us know. Email Lights@smokeybarn.com

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76 Rollover Slowing Traffic Near White House

WHITE HOUSE: (Smokey Barn News) – A rollover crash on Hwy 76 near White House is causing traffic delays.

The crash occurred on Hwy 76 between Maxie Jones Rd and Herbert Shannon Rd just after 10 am. MAP

No injuries were reported in the crash. If you are traveling in the area expect delays until about 11:30 am.

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Bomb Scare Triggered By Note At White House Christian School

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WHITE HOUSE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A K-12 Christian school in White House was evacuated Monday after a teacher found a note that indicated that a bomb had been planted at the school.

The call went out around 3:30 pm that a teacher found a notebook at the school with the note inside. According to authorities, the note contained “a writing referring to a bomb being planned at the school.” The school, Christian Community School, located on Hester Dr. in White House MAP was quickly evacuated.

Authorities are actively speaking to a juvenile that Detectives have reason to believe owns the notebook, according to officials at the scene.

The White House Police Department, City of White House Fire Dept., a Hendersonville Police K9 unit, the Robertson County Emergency Management Agency, the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the Robertson County Sheriff’s Office and Robertson County EMS all responded to the scene.

Officials were at the scene for several hours and conducted their final sweep of the school around 6 pm. It was then that the all-clear was given.

UPDATE….

According to White House Police Chief Pat Brady, a juvenile student admitted to writing the note but said it was written a couple of months ago and the notebook was left in the classroom accidentally. No criminal charges have been filed.

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In Loving Memory: Obituaries From Dec. 3 – Dec.12, 2019

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Obituary for William “Kevin” Compton

William “Kevin” Compton, age 50 of Greenbrier, TN passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at his residence.

The family will receive friends 11am to 2pm on Saturday, December 14th at Highland Chapel Union Church in Ridgetop, TN. The Memorial Service will follow at 2pm at Highland Chapel Union Church with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating.

Kevin was born August 18, 1969 in Columbus, OH to the late Keith Compton and Millie Daugherty Fields.

He loved KY Wildcat Basketball, working in The Village Antique & Gift Shop in Nolensville. He was a member of Highland Chapel Union Church where he and his fiancé, Holli Oglesby served as Youth Directors. He also loved leading mission trips to Phelps, KY. The family would like to make special mention of his late grandmother, Ivory Daugherty for always keeping Kevin’s name in her ongoing Prayer Box.

He is survived by fiancé, Holli Oglesby of Brentwood; mother, Millie (Kellis) Fields of Murfreesboro; brother, Allen Compton of Smyrna; sister, Angie Compton of White House and nephews Jon Gray and Jordan Gray.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Highland Chapel Union Church Missions Program.

Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

Obituary for Faye Sullivan

Alice Faye Sullivan, age 81, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Vantage Pointe Village in Ashland City.

Funeral services will be conducted Friday, December 13th at 12:00PM at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Randy Harmon officiating. Burial will follow in the Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Greenbrier with Rion Edwards, Ragan Edwards, Tom Rawls, Tim Rawls, Jeff Hopmayer, and Keith Newell serving as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 9:30AM until the hour of service at 12:00PM.

Faye was born at home in Greenbrier, Tennessee on October 18, 1938 to the late Orin Andrew and Christine Baggett Hall. She graduated from Greenbrier High School. She spent her career as a Legal Secretary and Office Manager for prominent Nashville attorney, Cecil Branstetter. For decades in Pleasant View she was known as “the local Notary” and served as the Secretary for the Pleasant View Utility District Board for 34 years.

Faye was a Christian woman. She grew up in the Rock Springs Baptist Church, was a former member of Good Springs Free Will Baptist Church, and later in life became a member of the Pleasant View First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Robert Sullivan, who lovingly cared for his wife throughout her entire battle with Alzheimer’s Disease; her two daughters, Angela Jenkins(fiancé, Keith Newell, and Denise (Jeff ) Cummins Hopmayer; grandson, Blake (Lacey) Jenkins; great-grandson, Gabriel Jenkins; and her devoted & loving sisters, Elizabeth Rawls, Betty Jean Douglas, and Shirley Franks.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at 4825 Trousdale Dr, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37220.

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Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View, 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee

Obituary for Jennifer Maggie Stiles Scott

Jennifer Maggie Stiles Scott, born October 5, 1974 in Madison, TN. Died November 25, 2019 in Columbia, SC.

She is survived by her loving husband, Derek Sean Scott of Columbia, SC; parents, Errol Allen and Karen Cushenberry Stiles of Greenbrier; brother, Jeremy Allen Stiles of Ridgetop; parents-in-law, Bill and Joy Bailey of Beaver, WV; brother-in-law, Todd Scott of Mount Hope, WV; uncles and aunts, Harold and Joy Cushenberry of Joelton, TN; Johnny and Ruth Cushenberry of Old Hickory, TN; and Butch and Janice Cushenberry of Gallatin, TN.

Jennifer was valedictorian of her graduating class at Greenbrier High School, graduated Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Business Administration and also earned a Masters Degree in International Business from UK. Having worked in the University of Kentucky Department of Athletics throughout her time as a student, she was hired into a full-time position upon completing her degree. Jennifer spent seven years in Lexington before being hired at Ohio University as Director of Compliance, ultimately serving eight years at OU and reaching the level of Associate Director of Athletics. She was then hired as Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance Services at the University of South Carolina, achieving her career goal of overseeing compliance operations at a Southeastern Conference school.

Mrs. Scott was married for 17 years, deeply cherished her family and was a loyal friend to many. Her commitment to helping others was spread from the student-athletes she served to random people who crossed paths with her, and her directness and commitment to honesty were significant. In short, she did not hide where she stood.

Jennifer will be greatly missed by her family and the many friends she has, which are spread around the country.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her honor to Harvest Hope Food Bank, which she loyally supported throughout her 13 years in Columbia.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Obituary for Vanessa Lauren Lee

Vanessa Lauren Lee, 63, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 9, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday December 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Vanessa was born September 26, 1956 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Wade Franklin and Jeanette Alford Lee. She worked in the food service industry, having been a manager with Krystal and then worked at the former Ponderosa in Springfield. Vanessa loved lighthouses and animals, especially Oscar, her Great Pyrenees.

Vanessa is survived by her brother: Russell Lee of Hendersonville, her lifelong best and dearest friend: Darlene Darrow of Springfield, her close friend: Leigh Anne (Sunshine) Channey of Springfield, and by five nieces and nephews, one great niece, two uncles and three aunts.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for Nancye M. King

Nancye M. King, 88, of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday December 6, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Monday December 9th at 2:00 p.m. at the Hopewell Baptist Church with her grandson, Joe Donald King, Jr., and Reverend Jim Woodard officiating. Interment followed in the Hopewell Cemetery with Chet Mason, Andy Mason, William Head, Clay Head, Marv Wall, and Leslie Hancock serving as pallbearers. Her grandsons, Joe Donald King, Jr., Michael King, David Lynn King, Jr., Cullen Mason King, and Todd Maddux, Jr., served as honorary pallbearers. The family received friends at Hopewell Baptist Church on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mrs. King was born February 1, 1931 in Springfield to the late Chester and Martha Anderson Mason. She was a homemaker and a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Mrs. King enjoyed working in her yard and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph D. King, siblings: Rachel Turney, Don Mason, and C.C. Mason, Jr.

Mrs. King is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Joe D. and Liz King of Springfield, David L. and Cathy King of Springfield, by her sisters and brother-in-law: Linda Corbin of White House, Mary Ellen and Frank Cleveland of Duluth, GA, and Janelle Goodlett of Clarksville, by her brother and sisters-in-law: Kenneth and Juliana Mason of Springfield, Barbara Mason of Springfield, by her grandchildren: Joe Donald King, Jr., Michael (Caitlin) King, David Lynn King, Jr., Cullen Mason King, Jessica Marie King, Stephanie (Robin) Brannon, Ashley Rauch, and Todd Maddux, Jr., and by 13 great grandchildren.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church for the Lottie Moon Missions Offering.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for Paul Ardine Bailey

Paul Ardine Bailey, 78, of Stewart, passed away on Thursday December 5, 2019 at St. Thomas West Hospital.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday December 8th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Orlinda with Willie Scott, Clayton Bailey, Fisher Bailey, Hunter Bailey, Anthony Barber, Jesse Wilson, and Matt Foust serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Mr. Bailey was born July 19, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Paul Leslie and Sadie Lee Furlough Bailey. He was retired from the graphics department of NEC and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Bailey enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, operating his backhoe, and was an avid UT Vols fan. The main two loves of his life was spending time with his family and cooking and eating bar-b-q and chicken.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Billie Jean Barnes and Betty June King. Mr. Bailey is survived by his wife of 58 years: Christine Scott Bailey of Stewart, by his sons and daughters-in-law: Leslie Paul and Lisa Bailey of Kingston Springs, William Christopher and Donna Bailey of Chapmansboro, Scott and Judy Bailey of Pleasant View, by six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for June Kelley

Mary “June” Carlisle Kelley, age 95, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at her home.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 11am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend David Holmes officiating. Burial will follow in the Elmwood Cemetery with Kris Kelley, Konnor Kelley, Mason Kelley, Joey Pipes, Bryson Fernandez and Brendan Pipes serving as pallbearers.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 6-8pm and again on Thursday from 10am until the hour of service at 11am.

Mrs. Kelley was born January 30, 1924 in Springfield to the late Ray and Mary Herndon Carlisle. She worked as a bookkeeper and was a member of the Springfield Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Kelley is preceded in death by her husband, Charles James Kelley. She is survived by her son, Timothy (Phyllis) Kelley of Springfield; daughter, Tracey (David) Holmes of Lexington, TN; grandchildren, Kris (Robin) Kelley, Brandie Kelley and Joey (Jackie) Pipes; and 9 great-grandchildren.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Baptist Church. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Patricia Selph

Patricia Lucille Mallory Selph, age 80, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

A Memorial Visitation will be held Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 1-2pm at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.

Burial will follow in the Bethel Cemetery in Sango, Tennessee with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Mrs. Selph was born March 13, 1939 in Springfield to the late Johnny and Bessie Morris Mallory. She was a homemaker and she loved to sew.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Selph is preceded in death by her husband, Vernie Lee Selph and her two infant brothers, Richard and Oscar Mallory.

Mrs. Selph is survived by her dear friend, Cheryl Kempf and several other close acquaintances.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Nancy Ray

Nancy Mayberry Ray, age 86, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 4pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Bob Hogan officiating.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 2pm until the hour of service at 4pm.

Mrs. Ray was born September 15, 1933 in Nashville to the late Kirby and Gladys Gough Mayberry. She was a homemaker and member of the Springfield Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Ray is preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Mayberry, sister, Marguerite Crow, and her grandson, Caleb Gregory.

Mrs. Ray is survived by her husband, William R. “Bob” Ray, Sr.; son, William Ray, Jr. of Springfield; daughters, Deborah (Mike) Broyles of Cedar Hill and Kathie Steele of White House; sisters, Eileen Moody of Franklin, TN and Elizabeth Abbott of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Alyson Dean, Ryan Broyles, Meagan Gregory, Rob Ray and Sarah Martin; and 13 great-grandchildren.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Rescue Mission. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Palmira Vivian Denora

Age 101 of Cross Plains went home to be with the Lord Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. She was born May 6, 1918 in Queens, NY to Guissepe Pascocello & Catherine Bergonzi. She worked as a PT boat builder during WWII in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. She loved telling that she was 11 years old when Wyatt Earp died. She was also proud of the fact that while working in the Navy Yard she met John F. Kennedy. She loved going to Roberts Western World on lower Broadway and attending the midnight jamborees. She loved roller coasters, riding her first one at Disney World and was an avid Chuck Norris and Zombie movie lover. She attended Berean Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Catherine Pascocello; husband, Joseph Benjamin Denora; daughter, Dawn Denora; 3 brothers, Dave, Joe & Mike; 2 sisters, Rita & Margaret. She is survived by her son, Joseph (Kathleen) Denora, Cross Plains, TN; 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; her cat, Jazzy.

Funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Joe Lang officiating. Interment will follow in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Tuesday, December 10, 2019 4-8pm and Wednesday, December 11, 2019 11am-1pm at the funeral home.

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Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Jasper “Newt” Billings

Age 93 of Goodlettsville passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born December 7, 1925 in Nashville, TN to Robert Dale & Ethel Newton Billings. He worked as a carpenter in his early years and then as an auctioneer and liquidator. He proudly served his country in the US Marines and attended Madison Church of Christ. He was the founder of the Jr Pro Football League in the early 60’s. He enjoyed barefoot water skiing, deep sea fishing and the ocean, college football, gambling, especially shooting craps and was an avid TSU football fan. Mr. Billings enjoyed life to the fullest and was a “fun” person.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, John Clyde; sister, Martha; daughter-in-laws, Jean and Betty Billings. He is survived by his wife, Dale Graham Billings, Goodlettsville, TN; sons, Darrell Billings, Smyrna, GA, Gary Billings, Seattle, WA, Keith (Kimberly) Billings, College Grove, TN and Buck (Catia) Billings, Greenwood, SC; daughter, Tina (Lary) Davis, Cross Plains, TN; 5 grandchildren, Justin, Marcella, Savannah, Brittany and Jasper; 2 great-grandchildren, Karson and Emma.

Funeral service was held Monday, December 9, 2019 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Interment followed on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 10am in Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery with military honors and with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Monday, December 9, 2019 10am until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to The National Down’s Syndrome Society 8 East 41st Street, 8th Floor New York, NY 10017

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Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

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Obituary for Cecil Kenneth Casto

Age 72 of White House passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. Mr. Casto was born July 16, 1947 in Nashville, TN to Ira Kenneth & Edna Celia Tillman Casto. He retired from the Metro Nashville Fire Department after 29 years of service. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, was a member of the McWirtersville Masonic Lodge #375 and was a member of the Nashville Firefighter and Fire Service Employee Association Local #140. He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sandy Casto; daughter, Angela (Mike) Abell; grandson, Kenny (Arica Owens) Abell, all of White House, TN; sister, Sandra Barry, Franklin, TN.

A Celebration of Life memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating and with military honors. Inurnment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery Columbarium. Visitation with the family is planned for Saturday, December 21, 2019 10am until the hour of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

Obituary for Geraldine Fairfax

Geraldine Lynn Fairfax, age 75, of Springfield, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019 at her home.

No services are planned at this time.

Ms. Fairfax was born November 4, 1944 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Edward “Jack” and Emily “Toby” Hauck Fairfax. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Ms. Fairfax is survived by her beloved companion, Annie Betts of Springfield; daughters, Katie (Scott) Shambre of KY, Erica Meachum of Bowling Green, Michelle Meachum of Springfield and Tresia Thomerson of Springfield; sisters, Jennifer (Rusty) Burnett, Jackie Wilson and Jana (Jay) Fischer; friend and former husband, Jerry Meachum; grandchildren, Alex Chancellor, Adam Chancellor, Aaron Chancellor, Tayanna Sept, Jaquan Sept and Jaden Shannon; great-grandchild, Zacari Bolling; nephews, Chris Wilson, Drew Wilson, Kel Lenz and Jeff Delong; and nieces, Stephanie David and Chanly Burnett. Ms. Fairfax is also survived by her Grand-dog, Bandit.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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(Updated) LAST WEEKS OBITUARIES

Obituary for Jacob William West

Jacob William West, age 21 of Goodlettsville, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019.

Jacob attended Hendersonville High School where he was a member of the Commando Basketball team. He loved all sports and played on the AAU TN Panthers basketball team. He also enjoyed music and video games. He was a selfless, fun, goofy guy who wore his heart on his sleeve. Jacob would light up a room and above all else he loved his family.

He is preceded in death by great-grandparents, George and Ellen Jaap, Rita and Bill Hohenbrink; grandparents, Carl Lee West, Sr., Connie Hermreck, Omer Hermreck; sister, Kourtney McConnell; and Aunt, Christa Griffiths.

He is survived by his mother, Kelly West; father, Carl West; grandparents, Jim and Judy Hohenbrink, and Barbara Stafford; siblings, Tyler West, Brennan West; step brothers, Kyle Holinde, and Kolten Holinde.

Visitation with the family was held Thursday, December 5 from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Austin and Bell Hendersonville. A memorial service took place on Saturday, December 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Austin and Bell Hendersonville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cumberland Heights,  or to Shatter Proof.

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The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.

Obituary for Pauline Gezley

Pauline Gezley, age 99 of Springfield, TN died Sunday December 1, 2019 at NHC Springfield.

Funeral services were held at 2 pm on Tuesday December 3, 2019 in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Home with Bro. Adam Hodges officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Donnie West, J.D. West, Kenny West, Barry Ray West, Jacob Gezley, Allan Ray Keymon and Terry Johnson serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 am until the hour of service at 2 pm.

Mrs, Gezley was born January 1, 1920 in Robertson County to the late Mary Spry Yates and Lonzo Yates. Her husband, Harold Lloyd Gezley; daughter, Mary Elizabeth Blaylock; son, Irby “Butch” Baldwin and several brothers and sisters also preceded her in death. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and worked as a seamstress but was always a homemaker. She loved all kinds of animals, domestic and exotic, reminding many of a zoo.

Pauline, is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lonnie “Bubba” and Kim Gezley of Springfield, daughters, Martha Keymon of Coopertown, TN and Carney Sue West of Dover, TN, thirteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

For friends considering memorials honoring Mrs. Gezley, the family suggest the Alzheimers Association. All donations may be sent care of the Robertson County Funeral Home

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Obituary Donald Wayne Biggs

Donald Wayne Biggs, age 73 of Springfield, died Thursday, November 28, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, December 2, 2019 at 1:00 PM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Rev. Tracy Hagerman and Rev. Buddy Hagerman officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial; Gardens with James Holden, Chad Collins, Wallace Whitaker, Kyle Biggs, Howard Gamble, Bob Leftwich, Ron Gregory, and Richard Lee serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home Monday from 10 AM until the hour of service.

Mr. Biggs was born November 17, 1946 in Buffalo, NY to the late James Raymond and Margaret Elizabeth Glawatz Biggs. He was a master carpenter and enjoyed fishing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Linda Ann “Lynn” Biggs, his daughter, Tammy Charlene Biggs and his brothers, Richard and Freddie Biggs.

He is survived by his son, Richard Biggs of Springfield; daughter and son-in-law, Sylvia and Mitch Kirby of Ashland City; brother, Norman Biggs and grandchildren, Chad Lawrence Collins and fiancée Jasmine Marie Williams and Sydney Lee Kirby.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary Pauline Jones Traughber

Pauline Jones Traughber, age 104 of Springfield, TN died Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at NHC Springfield.

Smokey Barn News interviewed Pauline while she was celebrating her 103rd birthday back in 2017. Click here for our video report.

Funeral services were held at 11 am on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Shelley Hale and Rev. Jerry Heflin officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Curtis Cherry, Chris Traughber, Rocky Casto, Jay Jackson, Drew Jackson, Jon Jackson, Jason Jackson, Rodney Arviso, Jeff Parker and David Hale serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday December 2nd from 3-7 pm and again on Tuesday from 9 am until service time at 11 am.

Mrs. Traughber was born December 19, 1914 in Robertson County, TN to the late Mary Frances Morris Jones and Ben Turner Jones. Her husband of 68 years, Richard Gordon Traughber Sr.; son, Jerry Jackson; sisters, Mary Frances Johnson and Dorothy Mefford and brothers, Mitchel, Delbert, Ben Jr., Billy and Richard “Cotton” Jones also preceded her in death. Mrs. Pauline was a member of Barren Plains Baptist Church, however she spent most of her adult life a member of Oak Grove Baptist where she was a Sunday School teacher and was instrumental in reviving the GA’s and Acteens program’s. She considered herself a homemaker but was an Avon rep for a time. She loved family, especially participating in the Jones reunions. Anyone that knew Mrs. Pauline knew shopping was a favorite past time of hers and she was good at it.

Surviving her are her son and daughter-in-law, Richard G. Traughber, Jr and Shelia of Springfield; daughters and sons-in-law, Janet Traughber Green and Fred of Henderson, TN and Libby Traughber Cherry and Tommy of Coopertown, TN; daughter-in-law, Aleece Jackson of Dyersburg, TN; ten grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.

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The family request that if desired memorial contributions may be made to Beyond Type 1. All donations may be sent care of the Robertson County Funeral Home or online

Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

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Obituary Blakeman Henry O’Neill

Blakeman Henry O’Neill, age 24 of Pleasant View, died Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Vanderbilt Medical Center.

Memorial services were conducted Sunday, December 1, 2019 at 3:00 PM at Springfield Baptist Church with Bro. Martin Babb officiating. The family received friends at the church Sunday from 1 PM until the hour of service.

Blakeman was born May 24, 1995 in Nashville to Verne and Barbara O’Neill of Pleasant View. He was a member of Springfield Baptist Church. He was a sales manager and also worked for Premium Food. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Phyliss Eddy Beach.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brothers, Ryan Robert O’Neill, Trace Sutherland O’Neill, and Jordan Charles O’Neill, all of Nashville; and grandfathers, Robert Tracy Hazen and wife Mary of Limestone and Edward Sutherland Beach of Pleasant View.

The family request in lieu of flowers for memorial contributions be made to Springfield Baptist Church Music Department or a charity of your choice.

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Obituary for Mary Nelle Davis

Age 78 of Cottontown, TN passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. She was born March 23, 1941 in Santa Fe, TN to Clarence & Sadie Chaney Gidcomb. She worked as a registered nurse for Baptist Hospital until her retirement. Mrs. Davis was a member of White House First United Methodist Church, where she served in many roles, including serving as President of the United Methodist Women and heading up the United Methodist Women’s Reading Program. She was an avid reader and never left home without a book. She loved attending the ballgames of her grandchildren. She enjoyed nursing and was always trying to help others. She had the true heart of a servant. She still enjoyed eating lunch and visiting with her nursing friends regularly.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Sadie Gidcomb.
She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Richard Davis, Jr., Cottontown, TN; sons, Jeffery (Andrea Joyce) Davis, Springfield, TN and Charles R. (Cheryl) Davis, Chapel Hill, TN; daughter, Dana (Shane) Fox, Old Hickory, TN; brother, Byron Gidcomb, Columbia, TN; sister, Kay Zimmerman, Baton Rouge, LA; 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life Memorial service was held Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 2pm at White House First United Methodist Church with Dr. Lloyd Doyle officiating. Visitation was held Friday, December 6, 2019 4-8pm at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House.

Memorial contributions may be made to White House First United Methodist Church or to The ALS Association Tennessee Chapter P.O. Box 40244 Nashville, TN 37204

Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home 533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

Obituary for James “Todd” Beaird

James “Todd” Beaird, age 50 of Mt. Juliet, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019.

Todd was a loving husband and father. He was the owner of Blue Moon BBQ in Lebanon and Nashville. He was a graduate of Tennessee Tech. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Lebanon Golf and Country Club. He was also a member of the Class of 2016 Leadership Wilson. Additionally, he has been a realtor with Robinson Properties since 2011 and in the past worked for CNA Insurance/LTCG.

He is preceded in death by his father, James Albert Beaird. He is survived by his wife, Lori Ferrell Beaird of Mt. Juliet; mother, Mary Jane Beaird of Rockwood, TN; son, James Jared Beaird of Memphis; daughter, Emily Brooke (Jesse) Green of Franklin; stepdaughter, Carly Gray Lambert of Mt. Juliet; and several cousins, business associates, and friends.

A gathering of friends and family took place on Wednesday, December 11 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Wilson County Exposition Center, 945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon, TN 37087.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Todd Beaird Memorial Trust at Wilson Bank and Trust.

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The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN. 615-822-4442.

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Obituary for Betty Jane Comstock

Betty Jane Comstock, age 73, of Greenbrier, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019 at her residence.

The family received friends 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Greenbrier First Baptist Church. A Memorial Service was held at 4pm on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at the church with Rev. Nathan Washburn officiating.

She was born in Lynnville, TN on September 14, 1946 to the late James Carter and Flournoy West Wells. She was also preceded in death by husband, Terry Marvin Comstock; brothers, Tommy Wells, Howard Wells; sisters, Mary Kortz and Carol Sircy.

She was a member of Greenbrier First Baptist Church and employed as a Warehouse Manager at Genesco.

She enjoyed her work with Greenbrier Historical Society, tutoring children, her church, cooking and her family and friends.

She is survived by sisters, Ruth Hulsey of Nashville, TN, Sue Rowe of Thomasville, GA, Bonnie McDougal of Hendersonville, TN; brother-in-law, Richard Sircy of Greenbrier, TN and sister-in-law, Teela Stephens of Hermitage, TN.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Greenbrier First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 485, Greenbrier, TN 37073.

Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

Obituary for Daniel Chase Goostree

Daniel Chase Goostree, age 35 of Springfield, TN passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 in White Bluff, TN.

The family received friends 5 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Greenbrier with a Memorial Service following at 7 pm at the funeral home.

Daniel was born in Nashville on December 8, 1983 to Rhonda Brantley Goostree.

He loved watching football especially the Titans and listening to podcasts. He would help anyone in need and was loved and praised by his co-workers. He also loved his son, Chase very much which is an understatement.

He is survived by son, Chase Goostree of Atlanta, GA; mother, Rhonda Brantley Goostree of White Bluff, TN and brother, Jared (Tara) Goostree of Hendersonville, TN.

Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

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People, Places & Hometown Holidays In Community News 12/11/19

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Welcome to Smokey’s news in review. It’s a look back and forward covering the latest news, Christmas parades and holiday events along with this week’s top stories.

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In Robertson County News

Robertson County Sheriff’s Department Wins 1st place in Cross Plains TN Christmas parade!

Robertson County Funeral Home Spreads Christmas Cheer

Our Christmas Elves, Bettye Lynn and Dawn, were out Friday spreading Christmas cheer to several agencies throughout the City and County. The van was loaded down with homemade Christmas candy. Madison Burnette, with the Springfield Police Department, is giving his Christmas pose with a tin of Bettye Lynn’s homemade Goo-Goo’s, and Judy Suter, with Comfort Care Hospice, is receiving some Christmas cheer. Merry Christmas from Robertson County Funeral Home to all those that give of themselves throughout the year to make our City and County a better place to live.

Springfield Police Capt. Madison Burnett AKA 0-Dark-30

Robertson County Schools: Select Innovation Academy Scholars Participate In Gifted Student Program

Seventeen Innovation Academy 7th grade students have been invited to join the prestigious 7th Grade Talent Search for gifted students sponsored by Duke University’s Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP).

Each year, a select group of students across the United States is identified as academically gifted based on their exceptional standardized test scores in school, and are invited to participate in the TIP program. Only students scoring in the 95th percentile or better on standardized tests qualify. These participants are then invited to take the above-grade-level ACT or SAT tests designed for college-bound tenth and eleventh graders so that their academic abilities and potential can be more accurately evaluated.

In addition to these students, an additional twenty-one 8th-grade students have been included through the 8th – 10th-grade “TIP Option” program, and will also be participating in the recognition and ACT/SAT testing invitation.

As a result of their selection, all of these students also receive a variety of support services and gain access to research and other information about using their academic abilities more effectively.

Those selected from Innovation Academy are:

7thGrade:
Maya Atkins, Luis Asencio Garcia, Britton Batson, Elmer Carbajal, Adalyn Cook, Kagen Coyle, Myleigh Cunningham, Cameron Franklin, Jason Keymon, Karla Larios Perez, Brynlee Massey, Lindsey Moore, Cristina Ortiz, Nicolas Saldierna, Jaiden Sandoval, Kalani Thomas, Austin Tucker

8thGrade:
Elizabeth Adcock, Joseph Ballard, Trent Bryant, Emmeline Collins, Cameron Connor, Nevaeh Finnel, Manny Garcia, Luis Gutierrez Ruiz, Kevin Hake, Clayton Hawkins, Jacob Henderson, Peyton Hopper, Jaqualine Jones, Bella McBroom, Taylor Milteer, Tommy Oppenheimer, Henry Perez Solis, Corbin Quinn, Eder Robles, Nathan Teague

Robertson County Fair, TN Wins 1st Place in Adams, Tennessee Christmas Parade

The Robertson County Fair Association participated in the Adams, TN Christmas Parade today and is thrilled to announce they won 1st place with their float. Special thanks to Christmas Done Bright for the items on board the float.

Thank you for your continued support of the Robertson County Fair.

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Representative Sabi Doc Kumar Visits Governor’s Mansion

It was a great Republican Caucus gathering at the Tennessee Residence, also, known as the ‘Governor’s Mansion’! We plan and prepare for the 2020 elections committed to being the party of Biblical conservative values, low taxes and good government! Grateful that the economic conditions in Tennessee are booming! We are Blessed! We must continue to work to help all Tennesseans! God Bless!

Our Tennessee Governor Bill Lee making Rep Esther Helton and Rep Sabi Doc Kumar feel most welcome at the Tennessee Residence during our Republican Caucus gathering! — with Esther Helton at Tennessee Residence.

A representation of our Legislative group that attended the recent trip, this past fall, to Israel! Mrs. Janet Keisling didn’t go to Israel with us but tonight we made her an ‘honorary member’ of the group! A trip to Israel with fellow Legislators establishes some very special bonds and friendships! Thanks be to God! — with Debra Moody, Janet Keisling, Kelly T. Keisling, Miranda Sherrell and Paul Sherrell at Tennessee Residence.

Potbelly Pig Finds Love & A Forever Home

Back in July Smokey Barn News posted an alert on the Smokey Lost & Found Page about a potbelly pig that wandered up to the home of Dannie Richards in Cedar Hill and took a liking to one of her pigs.

“We found him in our front yard trying to cozy up to our girl Bunny,” Richards said. “We tried to find his owner but nobody ever came for him. I thought it would be nice to let everyone know that “Porky” and Bunny now enjoy snuggling up on these chilly winter nights. Porky has his girl and his forever home. Merry Christmas!”

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RC Senior Center – Christmas Eve Breakfast Tuesday, Dec 24

8:30 AM Breakfast – Celebrating the spirit of Christmas together!. Please RSVP by Dec 20th.

FOR MORE EVENTS PLANNED AT THE SR CENTER, CLICK HERE

In Springfield, TN News

State Rep. Sabi Doc Kumar Performs Emergency Surgery For Springfield Mayor Ann Newberry Schneider 

“Well, our Thanksgiving didn’t turn out like we expected but thanks to Sabi Doc Kumar I am on the way to recovery,” Said Springfield Mayor Ann Newberry Schneider. “I ran a 5k in the morning and then came home. The day went downhill with my stomach hurting. By 4 pm I am telling (husband) Larry that I need to go to NorthCrest. Lindsay P. Wilson took good care of me in the Emergency Room along with all the staff. They decided that I need an emergency appendectomy.

“Thanks to Dr Kumar for leaving his dinner and doing laparoscopic surgery. I spent the night in the hospital and got home late yesterday afternoon.

“NorthCrest took good care of me.

“Thanks for all the friends who stop by, called or texted. Thanks to a wonderful community for loving us.”

Springfield High School Football Team Celebrates Another Great Season

Game after game the Springfield Highschool Football team played their way all the way to the top game in the state. Congratulations from Smokey Barn News.

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December 15: Lessons & Carols by First Presbyterian Church – Springfield TN

Sunday, December 15, 2019, at 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM – First Presbyterian Church – Springfield TN: 200 W 5th Ave, Springfield, Tennessee 37172

The Music Ministry of First Presbyterian Church invites the community to its annual presentation of Advent/Christmas Service of Lessons & Carols on Sunday, Dec 15th at 4:30 PM.

The 7 lessons are highlighted by seasonal carols and beautifully arranged anthems sung by the choir of 21 singers representing First Presbyterian, Milldale Presbyterian, and the Springfield & Nashville Communities.

An offering will be taken to support the mission work of The Master’s Table.
Reception to follow in the Historic 1839 Room.

Commercial Filmed In Springfield Released

About a month ago a film crew came into Springfield to produce a commercial for the Tennessee State Lottery, now that commercial has been released.

To view the commercial just click on our video report above. Smokey Barn News was there the night the crew came into Springfield and manufactured their own snow for the production. They closed down the square for several hours during filming.

For our original report and to see more TV, music videos and motion pictures that were filmed right here in Robertson County CLICK HERE.

Be sure to tell us what you think of the commercial in comments.

Springfield High School is proud to announce our newest members of the ACT 30+ Club!

Congratulations to Austin Stiltner, Emily Highsmith, Lauren Smith, and Marvin Davidson!

Springfield’s Payne Chevrolet with another happy Customer!

Mr. Dawson picked up this brand new 2020 Chevy Silverado this past week! Come on in so you, too, can take advantage of the great savings we can offer you this holiday season!

Mr. Dawson with Brad Litchford

(Springfield, TN) Despite the cold, Many turn out to Ride in the Robertson County CMT/ABATE Christmas Toy Run for needy children in Robertson County 

The “Toy Run” is conducted each year and the toys are distributed to needy children in Robertson County. All are welcome to join us!

The ride began at 1 PM at the Douglas Shell Hwy 431 / 2622 Tom Austin Hwy in Springfield where each rider brought a  “New Unwrapped Toy”.

The toys were delivered to a program called “Operation Elf” managed by the Greenridge Civitan Club. Our delivery point is the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Greenbrier. See Full Flyer

For more info: 615-533-6368 or Robertson Charter CMT/ABATE on FaceBook

GreenRidge Civitan Club – Operation Elf applications are accepted through Dec. 13th. This program is for children in need in Greenbrier/Ridgetop area.

Please contact us if you would be interested in making a donation to our program or need additional information.

(Springfield, TN) It’s A Boy, Supermodel Whitney Thompson Forrester Has First Child

Supermodel and local Springfield resident Whitney Lee Thompson Forrester has had a son.

Winston Atticus Forrester arrived on Sunday at 6:25 am weighing in at 6 pounds 12 ounces and 20 inches long.

Supermodel Whitney Lee Thompson Forrester, who has modeled for firms all over the world, has been hiding out in Robertson County for several years now.

She and her husband Ian run the Copper Vault restaurant in Springfield.

It was just last week that Whitney offered a peek into her personal life with an elegant photo of her (very pregnant) in front of the Robertson County Courthouse. PHOTO by Shelby Andal Photography. Read more…

(Springfield, TN) “Christmas Lights Spectacular”

The Whole House and yard decked with lights and festive scenes: On the corner of 4th & Willow In Springfield MAP Behind Springfield Baptist Church.

(Springfield, TN) Bransford Community Center chosen as charity recipient from the Robertson County Association of Realtors

The Robertson County Association of Realtors raised $10,746.00
to help build the Bransford Community Center! If you missed the opportunity to donate, you can drop a check by the RCAR Office!

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” themed synchronized light show on 4700 block of Palestine Rd in Springfield. Tune your radio to 90.1 for the show. MAP

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(Springfield, TN) NorthCrest Medical Center Voted #1 Float in the Springfield Bicentennial Christmas Parade

Thanks to everyone who voted NorthCrest’s float as the winner from the Christmas Parade! Special thanks to the hardworking team members who built the float.

Electrolux Gives Back this Holiday Season

Fa-la-la-la-lots of dinners! Electrolux, one of area’s largest employers, is donating warm dinners every Tuesday and Thursday during December at the Manna Café Food Bank to support the Clarksville community. “Electrolux is helping shape living for the better as we all come together this holiday,” said Eloise Hale, Electrolux spokesperson.

Electrolux employees and their families volunteering and serving dinner Tuesday, December 3 at the Manna Café Food Bank.

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Winter Wonderland Lighted Trail! 

at J. Travis Price Park In Springfield

FREE ADMISSION

Location: Travis Price Park: 4155 Wilks Rd, Springfield, TN

December 13-14 AND Dec. 20-21: Walk-Thru 

During the walk-through events Dec. 13, 14, 20 and 21, visitors are invited to follow the lighted candy cane trails to enjoy festive holiday decorations, music, feed the animals in the petting zoo and visit with Santa. Enjoy free hot chocolate while supplies last.

December 22-23

A drive-through only viewing option is available Dec. 15-19, 22, and 23. Visitors are not permitted to exit their vehicles during these dates.

(FREE EVENT)  Follow the lighted trails at J. Travis Price Park…Enter the Candy Cane Forest to see fantasy scenes, decorations, Hot chocolate and a petting zoo!

Bring your camera for pictures with Santa! Gates open at 5:30 pm and close at 9:00 pm for all dates.

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In Cottontown News

Cottontown, TN Doeden’s Dancing Lights:

Make sure to come see Doeden’s Dancing Lights at 1030 Briarwood Dr off Hwy 31 about 1.5 miles north of Hwy 76. MAP Tune your radio to 101.5 and watch all 9 songs synced to approximately 20,000 lights on 96 channels! Lights start dancing at 5 until 11 on weekends and until 10 on weeknights.

In Greenbrier, TN News

(Greenbrier, TN) Thomas’s Closet Delivers over 200 coats and blankets

Today Thomas’s Closet delivered over 200 coats and a large amount of blankets to the Nashville Rescue Mission. Thank you to everyone that has donated!! Thomas would also like to thank Shane Newcom with Robertson County Jeep Owners for helping us in transporting all of the donations today.

We will continue accepting coats and blankets through December 31st. Thank you again to all who have donated this year!!!! #ThomassCloset #SpreadTheWarmth

(Greenbrier, TN) A “Christmas Village” Light Display: Intersection of Candy & Old Greenbrier Pike behind Greenbrier Church of Christ on Hwy 41 MAP

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Congratulations to GHS Showstoppers on placing 3rd in the state competition! #GBP . 

“Now that things have slowed a bit. I am so proud of these girls. They performed a near-perfect routine at Regionals and they may not have won a bid at State but from the start of the season to now they have come a long way, and overcome several ups and downs but they haven’t given up! They had falls at state but picked up and finished. Most have never done anything at this level and in the end they have pushed thru stuck with it and didn’t give up. I am Blessed to be their coach and have loved watching them grow not only in cheer but in themselves as well! I truly love each and everyone of them.” Coach Stephanie Hamilton

Photo courtesy Bobby Bobcat

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Green Ridge Chamber of Commerce: Chamber meeting set for Dec 17

December 17, 2019 at 9 AM at the Oak Hills golf course 1928 Hygeia Rd. in Greenbrier.

Not a member, not a problem. Come and check us out! Get to know your local business partners and community members.

Here what exciting things are happening around your community for the holiday season and the upcoming new year.

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Christmas Light Show!

December 1 Through Dec. 31st – “Lights On Logan” In Greenbrier

2019 Lights On Logan light Show (Greenbrier) Over 35,295 lights synchronized to 368 channels of computer-controlled animation. The show will be running from December 1st til December 31st from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Address: 2760 Logan Road Greenbrier, TN. MAP The light show runs every 24 minutes from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) Tune your car stereo to 103.9 FM when you arrive to hear the show.

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December 14th – Greenbrier Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting, Food, Music & Bonfire

The Greenbrier Christmas Parade will be held on December 14 at 5 pm.

Sign up by obtaining a form at City Hall.

The Tree Lighting, Food, Music and bonfire to follow the parade.

(Greenbrier, TN) Former Students Surprise Teachers At Greenbrier Middle School Faculty Meeting

Six Greenbrier High School seniors were surprise speakers at an early-morning Greenbrier Middle School faculty meeting on Friday, Dec. 6.

The six were at GMS at the request of the principal, Kathy Carroll as a motivation for her GMS instructors to see the results of their “paying it forward,” year after year, as they invest themselves in the lives of their middle school learners.

Themes struck by the six speakers included gratitude for making class hard, for creating confidence, for listening, for instilling self-confidence, and for creating self-worth. A recurring theme was that of recognizing and being grateful for the relationships built by the teachers; both inside and outside of the classroom.

As the students spoke, those listening to what they thought was to be just another routine faculty meeting showed visible emotion; nodding heads in a combination of agreement with what they were hearing, and recognition that their efforts, some four years later, had earned the dividends they were now witnessing in real-time.

Robertson County Schools is proud of all of our educators, and this brief meeting was a tangible and visible example of what goes on throughout the district daily, and why we do what we do. The core of the district’s mission statement: to, “enable all students to reach and exceed high academic standards while empowering them to succeed in a technologically-advanced and culturally-diverse society,” was evident as these soon-to-be-graduates recounted both the “high academic standards,” and the, “empowering,” that their middle-school years produced and inspired.

In Ridgetop, TN News

Ridgetop Christmas Parade “Christmas under the Lights” 

Hosted by Ridgetop Natural Gas. Held Friday, December 6, 2019. The First Baptist Church Ridgetop provided live Christmas Music, open bathrooms, Hot Chocolate. Cookies and glow bracelets to spectators

Following the parade, residents came out for cookies and hot chocolate at the Ridgetop Station Park.

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In Cross Plains, TN News

Cross Plains, TN – The very best things about the Cross Plains Christmas Parade….

* The Mayor drives his own fire engine with his grandkids on the engine.
* It’s the one time of the year you don’t have to stop at the 4 Way stop.
* Santa Claus goes to Terry’s Market before the Parade because all the “Naughty” boys are there drinking coffee.
* There is horse poop in the middle of the street and candy on the edges.
* Santa Claus calls many of the children by name when he passes them.
* When 94 year old Robbie Jean True waves from her front door.
* Fire Chief Tommy has the next generation of volunteer firemen riding with him.
* The veterans are honored and thanked for their service.
* The ERHS band gets to show off how their hard work has paid off.
* Old cars and tractors.

A few highlights from the Cross Plains Christmas Parade. Photos courtesy of Kim Villines Groves

Cross Plains TN – Thanks to everyone who participated in our Christmas parade today! Congratulations to the winning floats:

First place – Robertson County Sheriff’s Department
Second place – Tractors & Trucks Collectors Club
Third place – Thomas Drugs

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Beginning November 28 thru December 28 Dancing Light Show To Music – Brownstone neighborhood in Cross Plains

Friends and family of Robertson County, we are filling up our yard and getting in the spirit with thousands of little lights again this year in the Brownstone neighborhood in Cross Plains. Roughly 100,000 bulbs and 144 channels will be dancing to the music from 5:30 pm-9 pm Monday through Thursday and 5:30 pm-10 on Friday and Saturday. The show will begin on November 28th and end on December 28th Please tune to 107.3fm from the warmth of your vehicle to enjoy the show. Address: 8208 Brownstone Exd Cross Plains 37049 MAP

In Millersville, TN News

Millersville Fire Has an important message for the Community

Do you have working smoke alarms?? If you said no, give us a call or message us on Facebook to get you or a loved one on the list. Free smoke alarms installed in residential structures!

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December 14th – Millersville Christmas Parade & CHILI COOK-OFF! Pictures with The Grinch

The City of Millersville has partnered with the Millersville Public Library of Sumner County for City Events as well as the management of the Community Center.

The holiday events will be on Saturday, 12/14/19.

The library is having an awards ceremony for our short story writing contest at 11:00, which is open to the public.

The Christmas parade will start at 12:00. There will be a Chili cook-off and pictures with the Grinch at the Community Center directly following the parade, approximately 1:00.

City of Millersville Police Dept.: Congratulations Sergeant Barnes on being named Officer of the Year for Middle Tennessee by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office.

Millersville Elementary School – Congratulations to our Mustangs of the Week!!

City of Millersville Police Dept.: We would like to congratulate the following officers 

Officer of The Year: Detective Kia Towers
Most Narcotics Seized: Corporal Eric Richards
Most Narcotic Cases: Officer Taylor Callis
Most DUI Arrests: Officer Taylor Callis
Excellence in Traffic Enforcement: Sergeant Josh Barnes

Additionally, the following officers are recognized for their assistance in saving a life this year:

Assistant Chief Dustin Carr
Detective Kia Towers
Officer Jason Perry
Officer David Gazzo
Officer Rebecca Harris
Reserve Officer Jeff Edwards
Reserve Officer Mark Loy

In White House, TN News

White House Fire & Police e receive 155 stuffed animals and 96 blankets during their “Bears and Blankets” campaign from Simmons Bank

“Our friends at Simmons Bank here in town collected a total of 155 stuffed animals and 96 blankets during their “Bears and Blankets” campaign. The stuffed animals and blankets were given to both the White House Fire Department and the White House Police Department in hopes to provide something special to those little ones that may be scared or hurting and be their heroes. Thank you, Simmons Bank and all those who donated!”, White House Chamber. #DiscoverWhiteHouse

City of White House Fire Dept. with a community message: STAY WARM AND SAFE…

We are well into the colder months of the year. Nightime temps are getting near freezing. Below are a few safety tips for using space heaters. We at the White House Fire Department want everyone to stay warm, but we also want you all to be warm and SAFE!!! STAY SAFE WHITE HOUSE!

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White House Area Chamber of Commerce 2019 Running of the Elves Fun Run & 5K 

If you missed yesterdays Running of the Elves Fun Run & 5K presented by Tate Ornamental and the Christmas parade, here’s a fun recap. We had such a great turnout and it was just so much fun. Life Christian Academy took home the “Most Spirited” trophy again this year and our fastest 5K runner ran the 5K in 14:49! HOLY SMOKES! We hope everyone has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! #DiscoverWhiteHouse

Photos: White House Chamber. To see more photos click –> Here

In Coopertown, TN News

(Coopertown, TN) Residents and children were invited to Coopertown City hall  Saturday, December 7 to meet Santa and enjoy some goodies.

The event sponsored by the Town of Coopertown Development members.

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(Coopertown, TN) Frierson Chapel added to the National Register of Historic Places

The Tennessee Historical Commission (THC), the state agency that is designated as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), today announced the addition of eight properties to the National Register of Historic Places including the Frierson Chapel.

“Tennessee has a tremendous inheritance of important historic places that are highlighted by the diversity of these recent National Register listings.” said State Historic Preservation Officer and Executive Director Patrick McIntyre.
The sites recently added to the National Register of Historic Places are:

The Frierson Chapel property is composed of a 1946 church building, the remains of a school, a privy and a cemetery that was established circa 1880. The congregation was formed as the New Bethel (CME) Church in 1870. It was not until the extant church building was constructed that it became known as Frierson Chapel, named after Rev. R.D. Frierson, who became the pastor in 1946. The historic church served the African American community in Cooperstown until 1992. The school was open until 1949 when it was consolidated with the larger African American Bransford School in nearby Springfield. The nominated property is a good representation of the pattern where African American schools and churches were constructed adjacent to each other and were used not only for education and religious purposes but as community centers.

The National Register of Historic Places is the nation’s official list of cultural resources worthy of preservation. It is part of a nationwide program that coordinates and supports efforts to identify, evaluate and protect historic resources. The SHPO administers the program in Tennessee.

To find out more about our programs click here.

Frierson Chapel: Coopertown, TN

Frierson Chapel is historic from several perspectives. First, it is an African American church whose congregation was established in 1870. When first established the congregation named their church the Methodist Church at New Bethel. In 1880 one of the citizens of the community sold the present church site to the congregation and the New Bethel church was built. In 1892 a school was built on the property and offered an education through the eighth grade to the African American community. The church continued in operation until a tornado destroyed it in 1943. In 1946 the church was rebuilt by the then pastor, Reverend W.D. Frierson, after whom the church was named. Through the years more than fifty parishoners were interned in the church’s cemetery. In 1996 the church was closed due to loss of membership through death and assimilation of its members into other area churches.

Several times during the intervening years various previous members and the children of previous members attempted to preserve the church by keeping the grounds mowed and the church closed-up to the elements. Over the years, however, the church and the school have been ravaged by the elements, vandalism and wild animals. Today the school has been completely destroyed. The church, however, is still in pretty good shape. The cemetery is over grown by trees and other vegetation. This past May 2013 in an effort to better preserve the church and grounds the last members of the congregation persuaded the United Methodist Church to donate the church and grounds to the Town of Coopertown.

The church register was found and returned several years ago to the United Methodist Church in Clarksville. It is hoped that it can be recovered. It is believed that this record will provide information as to whom is buried in the cemetery, who the church members were throughout the years, and other important historical data with regard to the church. The hope is that the ancestral information can be used by current and former citizens and relatives of our Town and members of the church when searching for non-living family members.

It is planned to rebuild the school, and restore the cemetery and the rest of the grounds for use by the community and visitors interested in the history of our nation, state and community.

Ten in Tennessee

The Tennessee Preservation Trust’s Ten in Tennessee Endangered Properties List Program is TPT’s strongest advocacy tool for the state’s most endangered historic sites. Each year, TPT seeks nominations for the “Ten in Tenn” from the public from each of Tennessee’s nine Development Districts.

What began in 2001 has grown to be a successful program for garnering awareness for Tennessee’s threatened historic properties. Many of the sites listed have received grants from the Tennessee Historical Commission (THC) and the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), protecting these resources for generations to come. Listing on the Ten in Tennessee Endangered List raises awareness of the property’s historic value, gives credibility to restoring the building, and draws the much needed attention of the public.

Coopertown Middle School – Congratulations to the Lady Eagles Basketball team and Coach Head and Coach Hudson on wins this past week against Heritage and Jo Byrns!

In Adams, TN News

City of Adams, TN Christmas Parade & Cookies with Santa was held Sunday, December 1, 2019 with Grand Marshall’s Mr. and Mrs. Robert & Jane Evans

Thank you to everyone who participated and came out to Adams. City of Adams is thankful for you all!

Merry Christmas!

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(Orlinda, TN) Join The Fun At Our New Year’s Eve Celebration Dinner & Dance – At The Byrum Porter Senior Center

The theme is Black & White! Sign up now for our annual New Year’s eve ball dinner 6:30 PM. Dancing starts at 7:30 PM.

Tickets are $15 per person. If you decide to come the last minute you will be welcome it and it will be $20 per person

In Portland, TN News

Portland TN Christmas Festival 2019

Photo creds: Portland Chamber of Commerce

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Shannon Insurance Agency, Inc. Supports Local Sports

Paul Fuqua with Shannon Insurance Agency, Inc. recently visited Portland East Middle School, Portland West Middle School and the Portland High School to distribute donations for the “Shannon Insurance First Downs”.

If you have been to a football game in Portland, you have heard the “Shannon Insurance First Down”. Each time a team gets a first down Shannon Insurance Agency makes a donation to Portland Middle and High school athletics departments.

(Portland, TN) Letter to the Editor 

I can’t help but notice that in today’s society, the true meaning of Christmas has become lost. There are people who don’t care much about whether Jesus’ birth actually happened.

But, what would it be like if Jesus had never been born?

If Jesus had not come, God would be unknown. God revealed himself by coming into this world in the person of His Son, Jesus Christ, to show us who He is. He is the image of the invisible God. The Bible says in Matthew 1:23 they called His name Emmanuel, which means, God with us. The Bible says in John 14:6 that there isn’t any other way to know God except through Jesus.

If Jesus had not come, we could not be saved from our sins. The Bible says in Matthew 1:21, that Jesus came to save His people from their sins. Almighty God wanted to bring us to heaven, but He is a holy God and He cannot bring us to heaven as sinful creatures. So in order for him both to be a just God and a loving God, he sent the perfect Son of God to His earth, who was born in a manger, went to the cross, paid the penalty for our sin. All we have to do is confess and repent (turn from sin) and trust in Jesus Christ and God will forgive our sins and grant eternal life with him in heaven

So If Jesus had not come, our God would be unknown and our sins would be unforgiven. If there were no Jesus, our hope would be unfounded. The sad truth is that many people are living their life as though He was never born.

Christmas is the celebration of the most important event in the history of humanity, that God would love us and send His son to be our savior. Jesus is God’s gift to the world. If you take this gift, it will be the most blessed Christmas you have ever experienced.

-K Blinco of Portland, TN

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Town of Pleasant View Christmas Parade — at Pleasant View City Hall.
“A Very Pleasant Christmas”

Congratulations to all the winners in this year’s 2019 Pleasant View Christmas Parade!

Thank you to judge Gregory Smith and his helpers in choosing this year’s winners.

Thank you to all the people who came out to be a part of the parade. We live in a wonderful town!

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The Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department is proud to announce the graduation of Booter class 2019.

This course began in mid-August and finished the end of November as the graduates received their badges and certificate of completion. This course included the TFACA blended 64 hour course and was supplemented by additional training provided by the PVVFD. This approach allowed for online, hands on, and classroom sessions to reach the students. The content included the Basic Firefighting (FF100) course, CPR, vehicle extrication, FF I live burns, haz-mat, etc.

The graduation ceremony was conducted by the PVVFD and hosted at 24 Church, where graduates shared their special night with family, friends, and fellow firefighters. The program included messages from our Chief Officers, words from the class given by class president Skye Cleaver, and a badge pinning ceremony. We ended the evening with refreshments, pictures, and fellowship.

We are extremely proud of Booter class 2019 and welcome them into the PVVFD family as our newest Probationary Firefighters. We look forward to seeing them make a difference in the communities we serve.

Thank you to all those that made this class and our ceremony a success.

(Pleasant View, TN) “Hadley’s light display” at 4050 oak pointe drive pleasant view tn 37146 MAP The show runs from 5:30 p.m to 10:30 p.m Monday thru Thursday and 5:30 to 11 Friday thru Sunday. The music can be heard buy tuning to 88.1 FM.

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December 18 Live Nativity Hosted by Guthrie Main Street

Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 6 PM – 7 PM: Longhurst Park –  218 S. Ewing, Guthrie, KY

A Journey to the Manger – Live Nativity brought to you by Guthrie Main Street & Guthrie Interchurch Ministry. Soup & Sandwiches provided by the City of Guthrie 5-6:30 that evening at the Senior Citizens Center

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Clarksville Police Union #18 Sponsors Over 135 Children for Kids and Cops Christmas Shopping

It was an absolutely amazing day as the Clarksville Police Union #18 sponsored a Kids Shopping with Cops Extravaganza at Sango Walmart, Dec 7. They sponsored a holiday shopping spree for over 135 children. There were many heart rending moments as each child made gift selections. Some shopped for themselves, and others wanted to buy gifts for everyone else except themselves.

Officers from Clarksville Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, VA Police and civilians with a connection to law enforcement escorted the kids around to help pick out the perfect gift. It was hard to tell who was having a better time, the children or the officers.

We’d like to thank our local businesses, organizations and the community for their generous donations, which made the shopping day possible.

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Former Ridgetop Police Officer David Wiley Dies, He Was 65

RIDGETOP TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Former veteran Ridgetop police officer who served the city for 20 years and acted as the city’s interim Police Chief two times, David Wiley, has died. He was 65.

Word of Wiley’s passing moved quickly across Robertson County Wednesday. The veteran officer was well known and well-liked.

Back in 2015, Smokey Barn News interviewed (at the time) Assistant Police Chief David Wiley moments after he ran down an armed robbery suspect and took him into custody. We have added the interview to this report.

“David Wiley was a completely dedicated Police officer for the city for 20 years. He served as our chief on two occasions. He did pretty much anything we needed him to do. He was completely dedicated to the citizens and residents of Ridgetop and loved the officers and the department. He will be dearly missed by a lot of people including family, friends and law-enforcement professionals throughout the area. He had a good reputation and a big heart,” former Ridgetop Mayor Darrell Denton

Obituary/Services for David Keith Wiley SR.

David Keith Wiley, Sr. age 65 of Ridgetop, TN passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at his residence.

The family will receive friends from 5 pm to 7 pm on Monday, December 16, 2019, at Highland Chapel Union Church with a memorial service following at 7 pm at the church with Bro. Jon Briggs and Bro. Ralph Carter officiating.

David was born in Nashville, TN of October 3, 1954 to Revis Odell Wiley and the late Peggy Ann Webb Greer. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Gary and Jeffrey Wiley.

David was retired as an officer with the Ridgetop Police Department. He loved taking care of the safety and wellbeing of those in the community. The children of Watauga School loved him as much as he loved them. He loved his children and grandchildren and was a member of Highland Chapel Union Church.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Dixon Wiley of Ridgetop; son, David “Keith” Wiley, Jr; daughter, Kaitlyn Wiley of Nashville; father, Revis Odell Wiley of LaVergne; sister-in-law, Vickie Wiley of Pulaski, TN; grandchildren, Cayden Inman-Wiley, Matthew Inman-Wiley, Emma Inman-Wiley and Emily Inman.

Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

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Cross-County Vehicle Burglary Suspects Captured In Greenbrier

GREENBRIER TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A Saturday night Sunday morning 911 call about a suspicious vehicle in Greenbrier led authorities to at least two suspects and a carload of alleged stolen property.

According to officials in Greenbrier, police were called to subdivisions near Rose St and Cartwright Way MAP and Franklin Farms. MAP When officers arrived on Rose St. they observed 19-year-old Darlene Seckinger of Old Hickory, TN/Greenbrier walking towards the suspicious vehicle. Behind the wheel was 24-year-old Joshua Cathey of Nashville/Greenbrier.

Detectives believe that Ms. Seckinger was burglarizing vehicles while Mr. Cathey acted as the getaway driver. Once the two suspects were taken into custody police searched the vehicle and recovered a handgun, purses, wallets, medications, money, jewelry, cell phones and phone accessories, electronics, IDs, Debit/Credit cards, gift cards, checks, mail and personal paperwork, computer bags/briefcases, and even sunglasses and cigarettes.

After some research and communication with surrounding agencies, Greenbrier Detectives were able to connect at least part of the property recovered with vehicle burglary cases across Robertson County.

Detectives believe the couple (and possibly others yet to be identified) started their crime spree after midnight in Pleasant View and were making their way down Betts Rd going city by city and into Greenbrier.

Police were beginning the process of reuniting property to victims the following morning as police reports started to come in. Most of the property taken in Greenbrier has already been returned to the victims. The process of returning the property in other areas is still ongoing.

According to Greenbrier Police, the suspects have not been very cooperative but private security and Ring cameras have been very helpful to police as they piece together the suspect’s actions as well as identifying other suspect(s).

In the short window of time that Greenbrier Detectives believe the burglaries occurred, four confirmed victims in Greenbrier were identified and at least four or five more were located in surrounding cities.

Cathey was charged with Burgery, Theft Under $1000 and Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm. His bond has been set at $10,500.

Seckinger was charged with two counts of Burglary, Theft Of Property Under $500 and Theft Under $1000. Her bond has been set at $13,500.

Police also indicated that there was a possibility that drug charges may follow.

Coopertown Police are also dealing with a rash of vehicle burglaries and they have released the following statement to citizens.

“There have been many recent reports of theft from motor vehicles in Coopertown. Unfortunate for the victims, the thieves have had their jobs made easy. Thieves are going from car to car, pulling on door handles, searching for an unlocked vehicle. When they find one unlocked, they’re helping themselves to your firearms, jewelry, medication, electronics, credit cards, cash, loose change, and anything else shiny and not secured.

Many people have installed security cameras. While cameras are a great asset and deterrent, they are not a 100% fix. They might capture some great evidence and they might not. However, every bit of protection is good.

The most important thing you can do to help prevent yourself from being a victim of theft is to lock your doors. Don’t leave valuables in your car. Keep an eye on your neighborhood. If you see something out of place, don’t hesitate to call law enforcement to investigate.

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RC Schools Approve 2021-2022 Calendar

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – In case you missed it: The Robertson County School Board of Education has approved the School Year 2021-22 district calendar.

To download a copy click the calendar image below.

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Tonight: Winter Wonderland of Lights Still A Go In Springfield

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – According to Springfield Director of Parks and Recreation Terry Martin Springfield’s Winter Wonderland is still a go this evening!

The weather will only affect two things. There will be no concessions or petting zoo for tonight but the hot chocolate, Santa, walk and park drive tour is still a go!!

Weather reports indicate that the rain should slowly back off as the night progresses so pack the kids in the car and head on over. If you’ve never been before, check out the video below from a previous year.

Winter Wonderland Lighted Trail!

at J. Travis Price Park In Springfield

FREE

 Walk-Thru December 13-14

Drive-Thru December 20-21:

FREE ADMISSION

Follow the lighted trails at J. Travis Price Park…Enter the Candy Cane Forest to see fantasy scenes, decorations

Enjoy Free Hot chocolate from the City of Springfield!

Bring your camera for pictures with Santa in the historic cabin!

Gates open at 5:30 pm and close at 9:00 pm for all dates.

Location: Travis Price Park: 4155 Wilks Rd, Springfield, TN

Photo: City of Springfield

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Never been to Springfield’s Winter Wonderland? Here’s a look at a previous year….

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Police: Stolen Plates, Vehicle Thefts Hot Trend For Unattended Warming Cars

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) –  On Monday, the above vehicle was spotted on Ben Dr. MAP and is believed to be a getaway car involved in a motor vehicle theft, according to Springfield Police.

A witness saw a white male subject exit the vehicle and allegedly steal a black Chevrolet Impala. After the Impala was taken the vehicles traveled in different directions.

The tag on the vehicle comes back to a blue Dodge Dart, however, it is not the tag that goes on the vehicle, police said.

Further investigation would reveal that the owner of the tag on the car pictured above had a different tag on his vehicle that had been stolen.

The year sticker that goes in the top right-hand corner of the license plate belonged to yet another stolen tag. All of these tag numbers come back to Dodge Darts.

WARNING: Please remember that these suspects are watching for people that are allowing their vehicles to warm up in the mornings and once they see this, they are stealing the cars.

Be careful if you are allowing your vehicle to warm up. If there is any information on this vehicle please contact Detective Chad Clinard with the Springfield Police Dept.

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Orlinda: FREE Christmas Karaoke, Food, Dancing This Saturday

ORLINDA TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The Byrum Porter Senior Center in Orlinda would like to invite everyone out to a FREE Christmas Karaoke Event tomorrow, Saturday, December 14th at 6:30.

Come have some fun and snacks. Sing, Dance or just enjoy.

Location: 9123 Tennessee Highway 49, Orlinda, Tennessee

The Byrum Porter Senior Center offers lots of community events, activities, exercise/Yoga Classesdance lessons and tours planned.

Follow us on Facebook or check out our new website or call 615-654-3161 for more information. Check out their monthly newsletter for all the events this month.

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Join The Fun At Our New Year’s Eve Celebration Dinner & Dance:

The theme is Black & White! Sign up now for our annual New Year’s eve ball dinner 6:30 PM. Dancing starts at 7:30 PM.

Tickets are $15 per person. If you decide to come the last minute you will be welcome it and it will be $20 per person

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Two Hospitalized In Violent Hwy 76 Fiery Crash Near White House

WHITE HOUSE: (Smokey Barn News) – A two-vehicle violent fiery crash just outside White House sent two people to the hospital on Saturday afternoon.

The crash occurred just before 3:30 pm on Hwy 76 near Circle Drive. MAP As of 5 pm Hwy 76 was still closed.

Agencies from across the area were called out to the scene including the White House Community Volunteer Fire Department, Sumner County EMS, Sumner County Sheriff and the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

The head-on crash sent both vehicles spinning. One of the vehicles was engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived. Fortunately, none of the occupants sustained burns.

The THP is investigating the crash. As soon they are prepared to release the cause of the crash we will bring it to you.

Both victims were transported to local hospitals via ground, one in serious condition and a second patient in stable condition.

PHOTOS: White House Community Volunteer Fire Department

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Fatal Crash Claims Two On New Hall Rd Near White House

WHITE HOUSE TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – New Hall Road near White House is currently closed following a rollover crash that has claimed two lives, according to officials at the scene.

The crash occurred around 10:30 pm on New Hall Road near Hwy 31W. MAP

Officials at the scene tell Smokey Barn News that the vehicle, described as a pick-up truck, had three occupants. Two of the passengers were ejected and did not survive. A third occupant was transported to Skyline Medical Center in Nashville in fair condition.

If you are traveling in the area expect delays. New Hall Road will likely be closed for at least another hour or possibly two.

As soon as authorities have completed their investigation and are prepared to make a statement about the accident, including the identity of the victims, we will bring it to you.

Robertson County EMS, the White House Community Volunteer Fire Department, and the Tennessee Highway Patrol all responded to the crash.

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Driver Arrested After Rollover Crash In Springfield

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – After surviving a rollover crash without injury, the driver of a passenger vehicle was taken into custody by Springfield Police early Sunday.

The crash occurred just before 3:30 am Sunday morning on East Hillcrest Dr near North Hillcrest Dr. MAP

A neighbor told Smokey Barn News that he heard a loud crash followed by a screaming woman. He ran outside to find an upside-down car on the street.  The vehicle had struck a brick mailbox causing it to roll over onto its roof.

The vehicle was smoking and the driver was trapped. The Good Samaritan first called 911 then freed the woman by pulling the door open enough for the driver to squeeze out.

When police arrived the driver was given a field sobriety test and then taken into custody.

No injuries were reported in the crash.

Springfield Police, the Springfield Fire Department, Robertson County EMS, and Drake’s Towing all responded to the call.

RC Schools To Close One Hour Early Monday 12/16/19

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – All Robertson County schools will dismiss 1-hour early today (12/16/19) due to inclement weather and possible flooding. After-school care will operate normally.

Contact your school regarding after school events.

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Weather Alert: Flooding Roads & Travel Advisory

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The continuous and heavy rains are causing flooding through Robertson County. Roadways and bridges are starting to become impassable at this time.

The Robertson County Emergency Management Agency’s swift-water rescue team is on standby if you become trapped.

We currently have reports of flooding on Kinney’s Rd, Fulton Rd, Abedinego Rd, Martins Chapel, Lipscomb Ln, Mt Zion Rd and Memorial Blvd in Springfield between 8th and Central. Also, reports that Woods Rd in Coopertown, Reeder School Rd and Mt. Sharon Road in Greenbrier are impassible at this time.

This weather is expected to stay with throughout the day and into the evening.

Robertson County Schools closed two hours early due to the heavy rain.

Robertson County is under a flash flood watch until midnight:

Flash flood watch remains in effect until midnight CST tonight according to the Nashville – TN, US, National Weather Service. The flash flood watch continues for * a portion of middle Tennessee, including the following areas: Robertson, Cannon, Cheatham, Clay, Davidson, De Kalb, Dickson, Fentress, Hickman, Houston, Humphreys, Jackson, macon, Montgomery, Overton, Perry, Pickett, Putnam, Robertson, rutherford, smith, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson counties until midnight CST tonight.

An additional 1-3 inches is possible for areas that received 2-3 inches last night. The main areas of concern are along and north of I-40, however others in the watch could see localized flooding by this evening, as well. Precautionary/preparedness actions… A flash flood watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation. You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should flash flood warnings be issued.

Additional heavy rain expected this afternoon and tonight. Several places across northern middle TN received 2-3 inches of rainfall last night and with multiple rounds of heavy rain still expected across these same areas this afternoon and evening, a flash flood watch has become necessary. 1-3 inches is expected across the middle TN this afternoon and evening, including the same areas as last night.

Motorists are advised to limit travel if possible until the weather improves. If you do become trapped by rising water call 911.

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“There could be concerns that some area roadways, especially secondary ones, at particular locations could be covered with unknown depth of water. We have a saying here at the National Weather Service (NWS) Office in Nashville concerning this: When Flooded Turn Around Don’t Drown. It is very important to remember that to never drive around the barriers blocking a flooded road! The road may have collapsed under that water. A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult. It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away most cars and just 2 feet of rushing water can carry away SUVs and trucks. It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flood waters!”

If you live in a flood prone area, get prepared now with flood safety tips at www.weather.gov/safety/flood.

*To help assist others in your area, post your flooding photos, street names and info in comments.

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Worsham Springs Rd at Old Greenbrier Hwy. Photo: Tracey Osborne-Vazquez

Worsham Springs Rd at Old Greenbrier Hwy. Photo: Tracey Osborne-Vazquez

Memorial Blvd in Springfield. Photo: Robertson County Emergency Management

Springfield Greenway

Hail in Cross Plains. Photo: Dan Holmes

“Indian Ridge Blvd, our backyard is a full flood!” Photo Alana Anderson

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EpiPens Coming To Every Robertson County School

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – For those who have experienced a severe allergic reaction it can be terrifying.  It’s called Anaphylaxis (an-a-fi-LAK-sis) and it’s a serious, life-threatening allergic reaction to things like foods, insect stings, medications, and even latex.

With over 11,000 students attending Robertson County Schools, it’s not if but when, and the district wants to be prepared. It has been on the district’s radar for some time.

Now, thanks in part to new legislation, EpiPens will soon be available at all Robertson County Schools. The legislation (TCA 49-50-1602) allows for schools to purchase EpiPens for medical use by nursing staff.

Administered moments after severe allergy symptoms present, EpiPens can stop the body’s overreaction and potentially save a life.

Within just a few months the district will have at least one EpiPen in each school. A Dr.’s prescription will be the final step before the medical devices will be made available at each school.

A final voted to approve the device was made by the Board of Education at the December board meeting.

The EpiPens will enable each school to provide potentially life-saving treatment that can be administered even before emergency medical staff can arrive.

“As a father of a child with a severe nut allergy, this new program is very personal to me. I am excited that this is happening in our school system,” said Dr. Chris Causey, Director of Schools.

“I am excited to finally get this program up and running. It has been discussed for a while now. Having these EpiPens in stock at our schools will help to provide just one more level of protection to our students and staff,” said Amber Hester, School Nursing Coordinator.

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In Loving Memory: Obituaries From Dec. 13 – Dec.17, 2019

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Obituary for Larry J. Schneider

Larry J. Schneider, age 73 of Springfield, died Sunday December 15, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 19th at 10:00 a.m. at the Springfield First United Methodist Church with Reverend Jerry Wallace and Reverend Dr. Jason Wilkerson officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery with Jason Newberry, Joey Newberry, Bill Hargraves, Clyde Richert, Bob Ary, Paul Henon, Butch Jones, and Shane Shoemaker serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are The Believers Sunday School Class and the Praise Team of Springfield First United Methodist Church, David Bellar, and Wayne Stevens. The family will receive friends at Springfield First United Methodist Church on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mr. Schneider was born on October 29, 1946 in Gaylord, Minnesota to the late Victor and Elizabeth Schneider. He served his country with honor, courage and commitment as a member of the U.S. Navy from 1966 until 1970 on the USS Bon Homme Richard CVA-31 in Vietnam. He was proud to be a “Navy man.”

His industriousness, earnestness and diligence then led him to Springfield, Tennessee where he was the owner of S&S Precision for nearly three decades. It was there that he met and married the love of his life, Ann Newberry Schneider. Larry was a member of Springfield First United Methodist Church, and an unwavering weekly member of the Praise Team band. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy of enjoyment and love of life through travel, golf, music, cars, and delicious food. His friends and family greatly enjoyed his vast knowledge of these topics and knew that every conversation with him would inevitably contain two key components: knowledge of something new they did not know before and true, laugh out loud inducing hilarity and humor. His friends and family take great comfort in the knowledge that they will always carry these “Larry stories” in their hearts and throughout their lives.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents, brother Greg Schneider, and sister-in-law, Gertrude Deal. He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-seven years, Ann Newberry Schneider and sweet Cocoa, their much-loved Pomeranian and constant companion. In addition, he is survived by his sisters Cindy Gran and Debbie Smith, brothers-in law and sister-in-law: Horace and Vickie Newberry, Terry Deal, and nephews Jason Newberry and his wife Julie, Joey Newberry and his wife Emily, and Thomas Deal and his wife Jodi.

The family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to Dr. Sabi Kumar for his compassionate treatment, care, and concern for Larry and the family during his valiant, unwavering battle with esophageal cancer.

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If so desired, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Springfield First United Methodist Church Building fund.

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Arrangements for Paul W. Kendrick

Viewing and visitation set for Saturday, December 21, 2019 10:00am-12:00 noon.

Funeral to follow at St. James Missionary Baptist Church located at 6654 Hwy US41 North Cedar Hill, TN 37032.

Interment: Restlawn Memorial Gardens

W. D. Crowder Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements

Obituary to be added soon

Obituary for James Louis Blackburn

James Louis Blackburn, 72, of Springfield, died Sunday, December 15, 2019 at his home.

Graveside services will be held on Friday, December 20 at 1pm in Springfield Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Tim Harris officiating.

Mr. Blackburn was born on March 18, 1947 to the late Elouis Hassell and Mary Elizabeth Burns Blackburn. Mr. Blackburn was an operator for Hinkle Chair Company. Louis enjoyed watching TV, drinking coffee, hunting and fishing.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his bothers; Terry Wayne Blackburn, David Blackburn, Steven Blackburn, his sister; Shirley Ann Kurbis, and his great grandson; Jayden Hucklebee.

Mr. Blackburn is survived by; his wife, Wanda M. Blackburn of Springfield, his daughter; Serena Blackburn of Clarksville, his brother; Danny Blackburn of Springfield, his sisters; Mary Louise Hamill of Springfield, Joyce Traughber of Cedar Hill, Carolyn Brown of Adams, Linda Gail Blackburn of Lebanon, Kathleen Woody of Springfield, two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

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Obituary for John Lee Bagwell

John Lee Bagwell, Jr., 88, of Springfield, passed away on Sunday December 15, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday December 18th at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Reverend Steve Pendley and Reverend Clay Burchett officiating. Interment will follow in Bellwood Cemetery with Michael Charvis, Tyler Bagwell, Austin Bagwell, John Lee Bagwell, IV, Jay Jarvis, and Blake Stratton serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 12 noon until service time at the funeral home.

Mr. Bagwell was born April 13, 1931 in Cedar Hill to the late John Lee and Lillian Evans Bagwell, Sr. He was a graduate of Jo Byrns High School Class of 1949. Mr. Bagwell served as a Warrant Officer in the U.S. Army, and he was retired as a Civil Service Communication Operations Specialist. He was a member of Center Point Baptist Church, where he was a former deacon, and was a member of the Cedar Hill Men’s Club. Mr. Bagwell enjoyed fishing and golfing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife: Dolores Dempsey Bagwell, by his daughters: Sherree Gail Austin and Lynette Oaks, and by his granddaughter: Cindy Charvis. Mr. Bagwell is survived by his wife: Faye Ellis Bagwell of Springfield, by his sons and daughters-in-law: John Lee and Justina Bagwell, III of Cedar Hill, James and Patti Bagwell of Greensboro, NC, by his sister and brother-in-law: Margaret and Charles Herndon of Greenbrier, by his grandchildren: Tara (Tim) Bissel, Kristina (Jay) Jarvis, Rachel (Dennis) Garrison, Amanda (Blake) Stratton, Michael (Melissa) Charvis, John Lee (Halie) Bagwell, IV, Tyler and Austin Bagwell, and by 11 great-grandchildren.

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If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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Obituary for Bercie Fulton Simmons White

Bercie Fulton Simmons White, 85, of Greenbrier, passed from this life on Saturday December 14, 2019 at The Waters of Springfield.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, December 21st at 1:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Pastor Donnie Bryant officiating. Interment will follow in Springfield Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Mrs. White was born February 21, 1934 in Albany, KY to the late Lester and Molly Viola Simmons. She was a retired greeter and host at the Springfield O’Charley’s and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Greenbrier. Mrs. White enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, gardening and working in her flowers. The love of her life was traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband: Billy Joe White, and by her sons: Bobby F. White and Billy Joe White, Jr.

Mrs. White is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: James and Margaret White of Greenbrier, Jeff and Candy White of Springfield, by her daughter: Becky White Evans of Greenbrier, by 8 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and 2 step-grandchildren.

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Obituary for Evelyn Maxine Rogers

Age 93 of Greenbrier passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019 at her home. She was born February 22, 1926 in Attica, IN to Virgil and Bessie Spears Garrett. She worked as a homemaker, loved cooking and spending time with her family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jerrell Rogers; 1 sister; 4 brothers. She is survived by her son, David (Rhonda) Rogers, Greenbrier, TN; 4 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 1PM in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Interment will follow on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 1PM (EST) in Riverside Cemetery in Attica, IN with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation is planned for Wednesday, December 18, 2019 9am until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

Obituary for Donald Fred Smith

Donald “Fred” Smith, age 76, of Cedar Hill, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 2pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Marvin Crouch and Brother Kenneth Wayne Head officiating. Burial will follow in the Springfield Memorial Gardens with friends and family serving as pallbearers.

Visitation with the family will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 from 4-8pm and again on Wednesday from 10am until the hour of service at 2pm.

Mr. Smith was born September 20, 1943 in Overton, California to the late Manus and Jessie Oakley Smith. He worked as a mixer at Delight Products and was a member of the Coopertown Church of Christ and was in the National Guard. In his free time, Fred loved fishing, hunting, gardening, boating and camping.

In addition to his parents Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Ruth Wilson Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Lee Ann of Springfield; brother, George Richard (Kathy) of Catillian Springs; cousins, Maxine Hester, Billy Mac Smith, Delta Ferrell and Ruby O’Kelly; and Several nieces and nephews, Michael Wilson, Mark Wilson, Kristie Vertrees, Jason Smith, Don Smith and Suzy Daggs.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s or Nashville Rescue Mission. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Kelly Dorris Allen

Kelly Dorris Allen, age 56 of Adams, TN passed away Friday, December 13, 2019 at NorthCrest Medical Center.

An Informal Gathering Of Remembrance will be held 10am until 1pm on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home Springfield.

Mr. Allen was born in Russellville, KY on March 20, 1963 to the late Charles Wayne Allen and Jean D. Dorris. He was a laborer for an automotive parts manufacturer and was a member of the Cedar Hill Church of Christ.

He is survived by his life companion, Darlene Hallman; mother, Jean D. Dorris; daughters, Lacey (Shelby) Cummings, Pamela (Aaron) Allen; brothers, Keith (Elaine) Allen, Kevin Allen, Kyle Allen; sister, Tammie (Jim) Barlow; grandchildren, Easton Miller, Oakley Cummings, Elly Cummings, Ethan DeArmond, Ina DeArmond and Cooper Givens.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Alice Hyde Bedwell

Alice Hyde Bedwell, age 94 of Springfield, died Thursday, December 12, 2019 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, December 16, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the Oakhurst Chapel of Robertson County Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Rushing officiating. Burial followed in Springfield Memorial Gardens with Don Bedwell, Jr., Corey Bedwell, and members of Hillcrest Church of Christ serving as pallbearers. The family received friends at the funeral home Sunday from 1 until 5 PM and Monday from 10 AM until the hour of service.

Mrs. Bedwell was born September 21, 1925 in Robertson County to the late James Richard and Bessie Marshall Hyde. She was a member of Hillcrest Church of Christ and was retired from South Central Bell. She was a past president of Jesse Holman Jones Auxiliary, was a member of the Business and Professional Women’s Club, and was a past president of South Central Bell Telephone Pioneers of America. After her retirement in 1978 she was a volunteer for the Senior Citizens Center and C.O.P.E. and the Big Brothers of Nashville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death b y her husband, Buford “Buck” Bedwell, and her sister, Margaret Hyde Witty.

She is survived by her sons, Don Owen Bedwell, Sr. of La Vergne, Joe Freeman Bedwell of Columbia, and James Jeffrey Bedwell of White House; grandchildren, Don Bedwell, Jr., Corey Bedwell, and 6 other grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

The family request, if so desired, for memorial contributions to be made to Alive Hospice. All donations can be sent c/o Robertson County Funeral Home.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for Valeeta Susie Lawson

Age 83 of Goodlettsville went home to be with the Lord Thursday, December 12, 2019 at the Residence of Alive Hospice. She was born July 23, 1936. She worked as a private housekeeper before her retirement.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dale Lewis Lawson; daughter, Gwen Taylor; son, Robert Lawson; 3 sisters, Geraldine, Viva and Vival; 2 brothers, L.D. and Lonnie.

She is survived by her sons, Ronnie Lawson, Covena, CA and Randy (Claudette) Lawson, Springfield, CO; daughter, Valeeta Bobbitt, Goodlettsville, TN; 5 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild.

Funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 12 noon at New Life Fellowship in Cross Plains, TN with Bro. Rob Massie and Bro. Steve Farmer officiating. Interment will follow in Stroud Cemetery in Stroud, OK. Visitation is planned for Saturday, December 21, 2019 10am-12pm at the church.

Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

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Obituary for Alva William “Pete” Boswell

Alva William “Pete” Boswell, age 82 of Hendersonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at home with his family.

Pete was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was an avid fly fisherman and hunter. He was heavily involved in coaching men’s and women’s softball. He was a past president of: the Hendersonville and Gallatin Shrine Clubs and the Gallatin Gun Club. He was a long time member of the Hendersonville Masonic Lodge #359 F+AM and Al Menah Shrine.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Helen Boswell; brother, Jimmy Boswell; and sister, Ann Croucher.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carol Boswell; son, Peter John (Sally) Boswell; daughter, Beth Carol Boswell; sister, Sarah (John) Matlock; grandchildren, Lauren McKenzie Boswell, Andrew Neyland Boswell, Hunter Summitt Boswell; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. followed by a Celebration of Life Memorial Service with Masonic Services at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17th, 2019 at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Hendersonville.

The family requests no flowers, but memorial contributions may be made to Alive Hospice, or to Shriners Hospitals for Children 

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The family has entrusted services to Austin & Bell Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 104 Sanders Ferry Road, Hendersonville, TN.

Obituary for David Keith Wiley SR.

David Keith Wiley, Sr. age 65 of Ridgetop, TN passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at his residence. Click here for our video report.

The family received friends 5pm to 7pm on Monday, December 16, 2019 at Highland Chapel Union Church with a memorial service following at 7pm at the church with Bro. Jon Briggs and Bro. Ralph Carter officiating.

David was born in Nashville, TN of October 3, 1954 to Revis Odell Wiley and the late Peggy Ann Webb Greer. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Gary and Jeffrey Wiley.

David was retired as an officer with the Ridgetop Police Department. He loved taking care of the safety and wellbeing of those in the community. The children of Watauga School loved him as much as he loved them. He loved his children and grandchildren and was a member of Highland Chapel Union Church.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Dixon Wiley of Ridgetop; son, David “Keith” Wiley, Jr; daughter, Kaitlyn Wiley of Nashville; father, Revis Odell Wiley of LaVergne; sister-in-law, Vickie Wiley of Pulaski, TN; grandchildren, Cayden Inman-Wiley, Matthew Inman-Wiley, Emma Inman-Wiley and Emily Inman.

Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

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Obituary for William “Kevin” Compton

William “Kevin” Compton, age 50 of Greenbrier, TN passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at his residence.

The family received friends 11am to 2pm on Saturday, December 14th at Highland Chapel Union Church in Ridgetop, TN. The Memorial Service followed at 2pm at Highland Chapel Union Church with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating.

Kevin was born August 18, 1969 in Columbus, OH to the late Keith Compton and Millie Daugherty Fields.

He loved KY Wildcat Basketball, working in The Village Antique & Gift Shop in Nolensville. He was a member of Highland Chapel Union Church where he and his fiancé, Holli Oglesby served as Youth Directors. He also loved leading mission trips to Phelps, KY. The family would like to make special mention of his late grandmother, Ivory Daugherty for always keeping Kevin’s name in her ongoing Prayer Box.

He is survived by fiancé, Holli Oglesby of Brentwood; mother, Millie (Kellis) Fields of Murfreesboro; brother, Allen Compton of Smyrna; sister, Angie Compton of White House and nephews Jon Gray and Jordan Gray.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Highland Chapel Union Church Missions Program.

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Arrangements entrusted to Austin & Bell Funeral Home, 2619 Hwy 41 S., Greenbrier, TN.

Obituary for Benjamin Lacey Ruley Jr

Benjamin Lacey Ruley, Jr., age 65, of Portland, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at NorthCrest Medical Center in Springfield.

Funeral services were held Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 2pm at Gilbert Funeral Home in Franklin, Kentucky. Burial followed in the Stark Cemetery with Roger Ruley, David Ruley, Steve Ruley, Tyler Long, Andrew Ruley, Terry Mears, John Long and Buddy Grant serving as pallbearers.

Visitation with the family was held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 2-6pm at Austin and Bell Funeral Home in Springfield and Sunday from 12pm until the hour of service at 2pm at Gilbert Funeral Home.

Mr. Ruley was born December 10, 1954 in Detroit, MI to the late Benjamin Lacey and Ethel Earline Parks Ruley, SR. He worked as a plumber, loved fishing, oldies music, having fun and playing with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Martha P Harper Ruley of Portland; children, Benjamin Ruley III, Anthony Ruley, and Aaron Ruley of Portland, Kerrie (Terry) Mears of White House, and Kelly (John) Long of Cedar Hill; siblings, Roger (Linda) Ruley of Harbor Springs, MI, Steve (Teresa) Ruley of Deltona, FL, David Ruley of Russellville, KY, Lady (Byron) Fletcher and Iva Ruley of Petoskey, MI; and grandchildren, Taylor Orren, Tyler Long, Andrew Ruley, Samantha Ruley and Kennedy Ruley.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Faye Sullivan

Alice Faye Sullivan, age 81, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, died Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at Vantage Pointe Village in Ashland City.

Funeral services were conducted Friday, December 13th at 12:00PM at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Randy Harmon officiating. Burial followed in the Rock Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Greenbrier with Rion Edwards, Ragan Edwards, Tom Rawls, Tim Rawls, Jeff Hopmayer, and Keith Newell serving as pallbearers.

The family received friends at the funeral home on Friday from 9:30AM until the hour of service at 12:00PM.

Faye was born at home in Greenbrier, Tennessee on October 18, 1938 to the late Orin Andrew and Christine Baggett Hall. She graduated from Greenbrier High School. She spent her career as a Legal Secretary and Office Manager for prominent Nashville attorney, Cecil Branstetter. For decades in Pleasant View she was known as “the local Notary” and served as the Secretary for the Pleasant View Utility District Board for 34 years.

Faye was a Christian woman. She grew up in the Rock Springs Baptist Church, was a former member of Good Springs Free Will Baptist Church, and later in life became a member of the Pleasant View First Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Robert Sullivan, who lovingly cared for his wife throughout her entire battle with Alzheimer’s Disease; her two daughters, Angela Jenkins(fiancé, Keith Newell, and Denise (Jeff ) Cummins Hopmayer; grandson, Blake (Lacey) Jenkins; great-grandson, Gabriel Jenkins; and her devoted & loving sisters, Elizabeth Rawls, Betty Jean Douglas, and Shirley Franks.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at 4825 Trousdale Dr, Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37220.

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Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View, 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee

Obituary for Jennifer Maggie Stiles Scott

Jennifer Maggie Stiles Scott, born October 5, 1974 in Madison, TN. Died November 25, 2019 in Columbia, SC.

She is survived by her loving husband, Derek Sean Scott of Columbia, SC; parents, Errol Allen and Karen Cushenberry Stiles of Greenbrier; brother, Jeremy Allen Stiles of Ridgetop; parents-in-law, Bill and Joy Bailey of Beaver, WV; brother-in-law, Todd Scott of Mount Hope, WV; uncles and aunts, Harold and Joy Cushenberry of Joelton, TN; Johnny and Ruth Cushenberry of Old Hickory, TN; and Butch and Janice Cushenberry of Gallatin, TN.

Jennifer was valedictorian of her graduating class at Greenbrier High School, graduated Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Business Administration and also earned a Masters Degree in International Business from UK. Having worked in the University of Kentucky Department of Athletics throughout her time as a student, she was hired into a full-time position upon completing her degree. Jennifer spent seven years in Lexington before being hired at Ohio University as Director of Compliance, ultimately serving eight years at OU and reaching the level of Associate Director of Athletics. She was then hired as Assistant Athletics Director for Compliance Services at the University of South Carolina, achieving her career goal of overseeing compliance operations at a Southeastern Conference school.

Mrs. Scott was married for 17 years, deeply cherished her family and was a loyal friend to many. Her commitment to helping others was spread from the student-athletes she served to random people who crossed paths with her, and her directness and commitment to honesty were significant. In short, she did not hide where she stood.

Jennifer will be greatly missed by her family and the many friends she has, which are spread around the country.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her honor to Harvest Hope Food Bank, which she loyally supported throughout her 13 years in Columbia.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

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Obituary for Vanessa Lauren Lee

Vanessa Lauren Lee, 63, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 9, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Thursday December 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. The family received friends on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Vanessa was born September 26, 1956 in Bowling Green, KY to the late Wade Franklin and Jeanette Alford Lee. She worked in the foodservice industry, having been a manager with Krystal and then worked at the former Ponderosa in Springfield. Vanessa loved lighthouses and animals, especially Oscar, her Great Pyrenees.

Vanessa is survived by her brother: Russell Lee of Hendersonville, her lifelong best and dearest friend: Darlene Darrow of Springfield, her close friend: Leigh Anne (Sunshine) Channey of Springfield, and by five nieces and nephews, one great niece, two uncles and three aunts.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for Nancye M. King

Nancye M. King, 88, of Springfield, passed from this life on Friday December 6, 2019 at North Crest Medical Center.

Funeral services were conducted Monday December 9th at 2:00 p.m. at the Hopewell Baptist Church with her grandson, Joe Donald King, Jr., and Reverend Jim Woodard officiating. Interment followed in the Hopewell Cemetery with Chet Mason, Andy Mason, William Head, Clay Head, Marv Wall, and Leslie Hancock serving as pallbearers. Her grandsons, Joe Donald King, Jr., Michael King, David Lynn King, Jr., Cullen Mason King, and Todd Maddux, Jr., served as honorary pallbearers. The family received friends at Hopewell Baptist Church on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mrs. King was born February 1, 1931 in Springfield to the late Chester and Martha Anderson Mason. She was a homemaker and a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Mrs. King enjoyed working in her yard and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph D. King, siblings: Rachel Turney, Don Mason, and C.C. Mason, Jr.

Mrs. King is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Joe D. and Liz King of Springfield, David L. and Cathy King of Springfield, by her sisters and brother-in-law: Linda Corbin of White House, Mary Ellen and Frank Cleveland of Duluth, GA, and Janelle Goodlett of Clarksville, by her brother and sisters-in-law: Kenneth and Juliana Mason of Springfield, Barbara Mason of Springfield, by her grandchildren: Joe Donald King, Jr., Michael (Caitlin) King, David Lynn King, Jr., Cullen Mason King, Jessica Marie King, Stephanie (Robin) Brannon, Ashley Rauch, and Todd Maddux, Jr., and by 13 great grandchildren.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church for the Lottie Moon Missions Offering.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for Paul Ardine Bailey

Paul Ardine Bailey, 78, of Stewart, passed away on Thursday December 5, 2019 at St. Thomas West Hospital.

Funeral services were conducted Sunday December 8th at 2:00 p.m. in the Oakhurst Chapel of the Robertson County Funeral Home with Tim Harris officiating. Interment followed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Orlinda with Willie Scott, Clayton Bailey, Fisher Bailey, Hunter Bailey, Anthony Barber, Jesse Wilson, and Matt Foust serving as pallbearers. The family received friends on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Mr. Bailey was born July 19, 1941 in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Paul Leslie and Sadie Lee Furlough Bailey. He was retired from the graphics department of NEC and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Bailey enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, operating his backhoe, and was an avid UT Vols fan. The main two loves of his life was spending time with his family and cooking and eating bar-b-q and chicken.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Billie Jean Barnes and Betty June King. Mr. Bailey is survived by his wife of 58 years: Christine Scott Bailey of Stewart, by his sons and daughters-in-law: Leslie Paul and Lisa Bailey of Kingston Springs, William Christopher and Donna Bailey of Chapmansboro, Scott and Judy Bailey of Pleasant View, by six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

Obituary for June Kelley

Mary “June” Carlisle Kelley, age 95, of Springfield, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at her home.

Funeral services were held Thursday, December 12, 2019 at 11am in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Reverend David Holmes officiating. Burial followed in the Elmwood Cemetery with Kris Kelley, Konnor Kelley, Mason Kelley, Joey Pipes, Bryson Fernandez and Brendan Pipes serving as pallbearers.

Visitation was held at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 6-8pm and again on Thursday from 10am until the hour of service at 11am.

Mrs. Kelley was born January 30, 1924 in Springfield to the late Ray and Mary Herndon Carlisle. She worked as a bookkeeper and was a member of the Springfield Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Kelley is preceded in death by her husband, Charles James Kelley. She is survived by her son, Timothy (Phyllis) Kelley of Springfield; daughter, Tracey (David) Holmes of Lexington, TN; grandchildren, Kris (Robin) Kelley, Brandie Kelley and Joey (Jackie) Pipes; and 9 great-grandchildren.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Baptist Church. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Patricia Selph

Patricia Lucille Mallory Selph, age 80, of Springfield, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

A Memorial Visitation was held Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 1-2pm at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield.

Burial followed in the Bethel Cemetery in Sango, Tennessee with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

Mrs. Selph was born March 13, 1939 in Springfield to the late Johnny and Bessie Morris Mallory. She was a homemaker and she loved to sew.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Selph is preceded in death by her husband, Vernie Lee Selph and her two infant brothers, Richard and Oscar Mallory.

Mrs. Selph is survived by her dear friend, Cheryl Kempf and several other close acquaintances.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Nancy Ray

Nancy Mayberry Ray, age 86, of Springfield, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2019 at The Residence at Alive Hospice in Nashville.

A Memorial Service was held Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 4pm in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Brother Bob Hogan officiating. Visitation was held at the funeral home on Sunday from 2pm until the hour of service at 4pm.

Mrs. Ray was born September 15, 1933 in Nashville to the late Kirby and Gladys Gough Mayberry. She was a homemaker and member of the Springfield Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Ray is preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Mayberry, sister, Marguerite Crow, and her grandson, Caleb Gregory.

Mrs. Ray is survived by her husband, William R. “Bob” Ray, Sr.; son, William Ray, Jr. of Springfield; daughters, Deborah (Mike) Broyles of Cedar Hill and Kathie Steele of White House; sisters, Eileen Moody of Franklin, TN and Elizabeth Abbott of Hendersonville; grandchildren, Alyson Dean, Ryan Broyles, Meagan Gregory, Rob Ray and Sarah Martin; and 13 great-grandchildren.

If so desired memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Rescue Mission. Any donations may be sent in c/o Austin & Bell.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Obituary for Palmira Vivian Denora

Age 101 of Cross Plains went home to be with the Lord Thursday, December 5, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. She was born May 6, 1918 in Queens, NY to Guissepe Pascocello & Catherine Bergonzi. She worked as a PT boat builder during WWII in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. She loved telling that she was 11 years old when Wyatt Earp died. She was also proud of the fact that while working in the Navy Yard she met John F. Kennedy. She loved going to Roberts Western World on lower Broadway and attending the midnight jamborees. She loved roller coasters, riding her first one at Disney World and was an avid Chuck Norris and Zombie movie lover. She attended Berean Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph & Catherine Pascocello; husband, Joseph Benjamin Denora; daughter, Dawn Denora; 3 brothers, Dave, Joe & Mike; 2 sisters, Rita & Margaret. She is survived by her son, Joseph (Kathleen) Denora, Cross Plains, TN; 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; her cat, Jazzy.

Funeral service was held Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Pastor Joe Lang officiating. Interment followed in White House Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Tuesday, December 10, 2019 4-8pm and Wednesday, December 11, 2019 11am-1pm at the funeral home.

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Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House is in charge of these arrangements.

Obituary for Jasper “Newt” Billings

Age 93 of Goodlettsville passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. He was born December 7, 1925 in Nashville, TN to Robert Dale & Ethel Newton Billings. He worked as a carpenter in his early years and then as an auctioneer and liquidator. He proudly served his country in the US Marines and attended Madison Church of Christ. He was the founder of the Jr Pro Football League in the early 60’s. He enjoyed barefoot water skiing, deep sea fishing and the ocean, college football, gambling, especially shooting craps and was an avid TSU football fan. Mr. Billings enjoyed life to the fullest and was a “fun” person.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, John Clyde; sister, Martha; daughter-in-laws, Jean and Betty Billings. He is survived by his wife, Dale Graham Billings, Goodlettsville, TN; sons, Darrell Billings, Smyrna, GA, Gary Billings, Seattle, WA, Keith (Kimberly) Billings, College Grove, TN and Buck (Catia) Billings, Greenwood, SC; daughter, Tina (Lary) Davis, Cross Plains, TN; 5 grandchildren, Justin, Marcella, Savannah, Brittany and Jasper; 2 great-grandchildren, Karson and Emma.

Funeral service was held Monday, December 9, 2019 at 2pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House. Interment followed on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 10am in Middle Tennessee Veteran’s Cemetery with military honors and with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Visitation was held Monday, December 9, 2019 10am until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to The National Down’s Syndrome Society 8 East 41st Street, 8th Floor New York, NY 10017

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Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

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Obituary for Cecil Kenneth Casto

Age 72 of White House passed away Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Skyline Medical Center. Mr. Casto was born July 16, 1947 in Nashville, TN to Ira Kenneth & Edna Celia Tillman Casto. He retired from the Metro Nashville Fire Department after 29 years of service. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, was a member of the McWirtersville Masonic Lodge #375 and was a member of the Nashville Firefighter and Fire Service Employee Association Local #140. He is preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Sandy Casto; daughter, Angela (Mike) Abell; grandson, Kenny (Arica Owens) Abell, all of White House, TN; sister, Sandra Barry, Franklin, TN.

A Celebration of Life memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 1pm in the chapel of Austin & Bell Funeral Home in White House with Bro. Jon Briggs officiating and with military honors. Inurnment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery Columbarium. Visitation with the family is planned for Saturday, December 21, 2019 10am until the hour of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Remains rest at  Austin & Bell Funeral Home  533 Highway 76 White House, TN 37188

Obituary for Geraldine Fairfax

Geraldine Lynn Fairfax, age 75, of Springfield, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019 at her home.

No services are planned at this time.

Ms. Fairfax was born November 4, 1944 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Edward “Jack” and Emily “Toby” Hauck Fairfax. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Ms. Fairfax is survived by her beloved companion, Annie Betts of Springfield; daughters, Katie (Scott) Shambre of KY, Erica Meachum of Bowling Green, Michelle Meachum of Springfield and Tresia Thomerson of Springfield; sisters, Jennifer (Rusty) Burnett, Jackie Wilson and Jana (Jay) Fischer; friend and former husband, Jerry Meachum; grandchildren, Alex Chancellor, Adam Chancellor, Aaron Chancellor, Tayanna Sept, Jaquan Sept and Jaden Shannon; great-grandchild, Zacari Bolling; nephews, Chris Wilson, Drew Wilson, Kel Lenz and Jeff Delong; and nieces, Stephanie David and Chanly Burnett. Ms. Fairfax is also survived by her Grand-dog, Bandit.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

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Flooding Changes Winter Wonderland Of Lights Schedule

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Terry Martin, Springfield‘s Director of Parks and Recreation told Smokey Barn News Tuesday afternoon that after careful consideration, Winter Wonderland at Travis Price Park will remain closed this evening.

According to Martin, there are just too many wires that are still underwater so it would not be safe to run the lights.

Mr. Martin and his team will be carefully analyzing the park over the next 24 hours to try to determine whether or not it would be safe to open the park tomorrow evening.

Stay with Smokey Barn News for updates.

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Winter Wonderland Lighted Trail!

at J. Travis Price Park In Springfield

FREE

(Tentatively) December 18-19 Walk-Thru

December 20-21 Walk-Thru

On Walk Thru Dates: Enjoy a Petting zoo, Concessions &  Free Hot chocolate from the City of Springfield! Bring your camera for pictures with Santa in the historic cabin!

December 22-22 Drive-Thru

FREE ADMISSION

Follow the lighted trails at J. Travis Price Park…Enter the Candy Cane Forest to see fantasy scenes, decorations

Gates open at 5:30 pm and close at 9:00 pm for all dates.

Location: Travis Price Park: 4155 Wilks Rd, Springfield, TN

Photo: City of Springfield

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Local Light Shows – Take A Drive With Family & Friends (Must See)

ROBERTSON COUNTY TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – It’s that time of year again, pile the kids in the car and see the lights!! Below are some of the best lights shows in Robertson County!

• (Cottontown, TN) Doeden’s Dancing Lights: Make sure to come see Doeden’s Dancing Lights at 1030 Briarwood Dr off hwy 31 about 1.5 miles north of Hwy 76. MAP Tune your radio to 101.5 and watch all 9 songs synced to approximately 20,000 lights on 96 channels! Lights start dancing at 5 until 11 on weekends and until 10 on weeknights.

• (Pleasant View, TN) “Hadley’s light display” at 4050 oak pointe drive pleasant view tn 37146 MAP The show runs from 5:30 p.m to 10:30 p.m Monday thru Thursday and 5:30 to 11 Friday thru Sunday. The music can be heard buy tuning to 88.1 FM.

• (Springfield, TN) “Christmas Lights Spectacular” The Whole House and yard decked with lights and festive scenes: On the corner of 4th & Willow In Springfield MAP Behind Springfield Baptist Church.

• (Springfield, TN) “A Charlie Brown Christmas” themed synchronized light show on 4700 block of Palestine Rd in Springfield. Tune your radio to 90.1 for the show. MAP

• (Greenbrier, TN) 2019 Lights On Logan light Show Over 35,295 lights synchronized to 368 channels of computer-controlled animation. The show will be running til December 31 from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Address: 2760 Logan Road Greenbrier, TN. MAP The light show runs every 24 minutes from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. (11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) Tune your car stereo to 103.9 FM when you arrive to hear the show.

• (Greenbrier, TN) A “Christmas Village” Light Display: Intersection of Candy & Old Greenbrier Pike behind Greenbrier Church of Christ on Hwy 41 MAP

• (Cross Plains, TN) Dancing Light Show To Music – Brownstone neighborhood

Friends and family of Robertson County, we are filling up our yard and getting in the spirit with thousands of little lights again this year in the Brownstone neighborhood in Cross Plains. Roughly 100,000 bulbs and 144 channels will be dancing to the music from 5:30pm-9pm Monday through Thursday and 5:30pm-10 on Friday and Saturday. The show will begin on November 28th and end on December 28th Please tune your radio to 107.3 FM from the warmth of your vehicle to enjoy the show. Address: 8208 Brownstone Exd Cross Plains 37049 MAP

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Larry Schneider, Husband Of Springfield Mayor Ann Schneider Dies Unexpectedly, He Was 73

SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Larry Schneider, husband of Springfield Mayor Ann Schneider has died. He was 73.

Larry had just been given the green light after a battle with cancer and things were improving. “We were making plans,” Ann told Smokey Barn News Tuesday. “You just never know.”

Ann said that she and Larry had enjoyed a wonderful week together going to dinners and events celebrating Larry’s recovery and the holidays.

A chance date put Ann and Larry together. It was a date that would last for twenty-seven-years. Now Ann is devastated and leaning on family and friends as she writes a new chapter in her life.

Ann told Smokey Barn News that Larry will take one last ride in his favorite pickup following funeral services on Thursday. The plan is to place Larry’s casket in the back of the truck for the procession. It was the idea of Ann’s brother Horace Newberry. Ann said it just seemed like something Larry would have loved.

Ann wanted to especially thank Dr. Sabi Kumar for his compassionate treatment, care, and concern. “It’s difficult to put into words how wonderful Dr. Kumar has been to my family, I will always be grateful to him.”

Obituary for Larry J. Schneider

Mr. Schneider was born on October 29, 1946, in Gaylord, Minnesota. He died on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at North Crest Medical Center in Springfield. He served his country with honor, courage and commitment as a member of the U.S. Navy from 1966 until 1970 on the USS Bon Homme Richard CVA-31 in Vietnam. He was proud to be a “Navy man.”

His industriousness, earnestness and diligence then led him to Springfield, Tennessee where he was the owner of S&S Precision for nearly three decades. It was there that he met and married the love of his life, Ann Newberry Schneider.

Larry was a member of Springfield First United Methodist Church, and an unwavering weekly member of the Praise Team band. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy of enjoyment and love of life through travel, golf, music, cars, and delicious food.

He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-seven years, Ann Newberry Schneider and sweet Cocoa, their much-loved Pomeranian and constant companion.

Funeral services will be conducted Thursday, December 19th at 10:00 a.m. at the Springfield First United Methodist Church with Reverend Jerry Wallace and Reverend Dr. Jason Wilkerson officiating. Burial will follow in Elmwood Cemetery.  The family will receive friends at Springfield First United Methodist Church on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service.

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If so desired, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Springfield First United Methodist Church Building Fund.

To read Larry’s full obituary click here.

Robertson County Funeral Home in Springfield, TN is in charge of arrangements

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