Carl “Bobo” Kilby entered the Kingdom of Heaven Monday night. We imagine the first thing he said to the Lord was “Where’s the Cracker Barrel?” He no longer wears his oxygen, for he breathes with new lungs, and he no longer uses his walker, for he walks with the one who holds us steady. He surely smiles down on Peggy with love in his heart and sings a new song for those of us he outran to the Lord.

He rejoices with those who received him in death: his father George, his mother Tempia, his sister Anette, and his brother Tootie. And he fondly recalls the memories he made with those of us still traveling thru this world: his brother Tom and his wife Sharon; his children: Anita and her husband Donnie, Teresa and her fiancé David, and Scott and his wife Paige; his many grandchildren: Nekesha and her husband Justin, Whitney, Courtney and her husband Aaron, Ethan and his wife Carlie, Jacqueline and her husband Peyton, Tori and her fiancé James, and Georgia; great grandchildren Kerrigan and Knox; and a host of beloved nieces and nephews.

Bobo was a self made man, running Triple K Coal Company with his brother Tom and eventually having his own trucking company. Ever the charismatic individual, he started work with the Cumberland County Road Department in 1986 and quickly ascended to a foreman position, continuing to make connections in the community until his retirement in 2010. When not working, he could be found mowing the yard, singing in the church choir, visiting Muddy Pond, or eating at the Cracker Barrel.

Carl touched the lives of so many with his kindness and generosity. He shared the many blessings he received from the Lord. The impact he had on our lives is lasting. Heaven surely gained one of the best men ever!

Funeral services for Carl will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 12:00 PM CST at New Life Baptist Church in Harriman, TN with Tommy Kilby and Keith Kilby officiating. He will be laid to rest in Kilby Cemetery in Oakdale, TN. Family will receive friends on Friday, May 21, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home.

Reba Josephine Bradshaw, age 94, of Crossville, TN, passed away May 15, 2021. She was born on November 15, 1926, the daughter of Olive and Alf.

She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and she had a great sense of humor. Reba loved to joke around with you and laughed often. She spent most of her life as a stay at home mom to her five children. She enjoyed working in her garden and working on the farm. She also loved quilting and helping others in any way that she could. Reba was loved deeply and will be greatly missed.

Reba is preceded in death by her parents, Olive and Alf; husband, Bruce Bradshaw; son, Robert Bradshaw; and grandson, James Ford.

Reba is survived by her son, Glen Bradshaw of Crossville; daughters, Mary Oakes and husband Jim of Crossville, Jeanette Ford and husband Aaron of Monterey, and Catherine Barnwell of Spring City.

She leaves behind many grandchildren, Mary, Amy, Noah, Charlotte, Betty, Sue, James Lynn, Tracy, Robbie, Elvin, Dale, Jon, Joann, Jennifer, and Bimbo. She also has over 40 great grandchildren.

Funeral services for Reba will be held on Thursday, May 20th at 1:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Andy Weaver officiating. She will be laid to rest in Tolletts Chapel Cemetery. Family will receive friends prior to the services from 11 to 1. 

Nicole Marie Lowery, age 36, was born in Houston, TX on January 2, 1985 and passed away on May 4, 2021 in Crossville, TN. She loved life, going to auctions, dancing, singing, and going to family outings. She enjoyed being with her family and friends at Hilltoppers, Inc. where she spent many of her days.

She is survived by her sister, Pam Steyn-Melhorn (Tyrone Fitz); nephew, Joshua Steyn-Melhorn; godmother, Vanessa Myers (Tony) and their son, Camdon; family friends, Amanda Waldo, Joan Todd, and Brenda Wilson; special friends, Dylan Lawson, Bob Melhorn, Lynn Riley, Cora Rose, Mary Knapp, and Joshua Watson.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Phyllis Marie Lowery; and aunts, Gaynell Lowery and Joyce M. Lowery Hendrickson.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 23, 2021 from 11 to 1 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Memorial services for Nicole will be held on Sunday following visitation with her cousin, Michael Lowery officiating. She will be laid to rest in Spring City Cemetery on Sunday at 3:00 CST.

Funeral services for Charles Dwight Hercher, age 71, of Crossville, will be held on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at 4:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 2 to 4.

Joseph Henry Gumbel, 93, of Fairfield Glade, was born on March 7, 1928, to Clarence and Nellie in Manito, IL, and passed away at his residence on May 4, 2021. A Navy veteran and college athlete, Joe was an avid golfer and outdoorsman, but he’ll probably best be so remembered for his love of Kentucky basketball.  A booming personality and laugh to match, Joe was kind-hearted, a gifted storyteller, and always quick with a joke.  He leaves a legacy of love behind.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Kathryn.

He is survived by sons, Bruce Gumbel (Tina) and Mark Gumbel (Trudy); daughter, Jo (Gumbel) McGlothin (Tim); and grandchildren Penny Gumbel, Elisa Gumbel, K.C. Mayer (Tim), Matt Gumbel, Liz Duvall (Adam),  Caitlin Sullivan (Patrick) and Sam McGlothin (Holly) and 6 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers,  please send donations to Hospice of Cumberland County (30 E. Adams St., Crossville, TN 38555.) Crossville Memorial Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.

Roger Dale Barnwell, age 53, was born July 14, 1967 to Gilbert Lewis and Leta Kathleen Carter in Nashville, TN and went to be with the Lord on May 4, 2021 in Crossville, TN. He was a field service technician in heavy equipment. He loved to fish and go hunting.

He is survived by his sister, Regina Reagan (Tim) and brother, Gilbert Leon Barnwell (Jennifer); also his life partner, Lela Mae Walker and sons, Anthony and Michael Walker.

He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Billy Vaughn Barnwell.

The family will have a private service at a later date.

Connie Lynn Dyer, age 74, was born on December 19, 1946 to Mitchell Earl and Bertha Blevins Pennington in Lakewood, OH. She passed away on May 6, 2021.

She is survived by her children, Michelle McKamey (Terry), Kim Dyer, and Rob Dyer (Stephanie); grandchildren, Skyler Phillips, Summer Dyer, Bethany Dyer, Lakyn Kearley, Samantha Thomas, Daniel Garrison, Aleisa Schmitt, Brittany Yawn, Justin McKamey, and Greg McKamey; 16 great grandchildren; brothers, Curtis and Doc Pennington; and sisters, Betty Durisek and Edna Freeman.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Douglas Dyer; granddaughter, Kayla Varney; brothers, Jay, Jerry, and Nolan Pennington; and sister, Crinn Phillips.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from 12 to 2 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services for Connie will also be held on Tuesday following visitation with Adam Hargis officiating. She will be laid to rest in Burgess Cemetery.

Edward Eugene Burgess “Gene”, age 87, was born on June 17, 1933 to Dalton and Jewel Vinson Burgess in Jackson County, TN. He passed away on May 4, 2021. He began preaching in October of 1956. He was an evangelist in California, Michigan, and Tennessee for six and a half years. After pastoring in Sparta, he moved back to Crossville and built a new church in 1978 and spend the remainder of his years pastoring there. He spent a total of 50 years in Crossville. Gene was an amazing singer and musician. He will be remembered for his humor, love and kindness.

He is survived by his wife, Teresa Burgess; daughters, Tabitha (Aaron) deVogel and Holly McGill; sister, Diane (Junior) Draper; grandchildren, Ethan, Owen, Jesse, and Jewel; and nephew, Kevin (Shari) Burgess.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Alvin Burgess.

Family will receive friends on Monday, May 10, 2021 from 11 to 3 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services for Gene will also be held on Monday following visitation with Jerry Barnwell and Drew Eastes officiating. He will be laid to rest in Crossville City Cemetery.

Marvin Roy Seagraves, age 75, was born on December 27, 1945 to Andrew and Lorene Abston Seagraves in Cumberland Co., TN. He passed away on May 3, 2021. Marvin lived his life as a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He enjoyed fishing, camping, playing cards, and laughing with those he loved dearly. Marvin was a preacher’s kid, and he stood strong on God’s principles. He preached from the King James Bible that Hell is Hot, Heaven is Real, and Jesus is the only way of salvation. Marvin died having taught his family and others more about faith by his walk with the Lord than he ever spoke. Marvin is a veteran of the United States Army, and he served our country during the Vietnam War.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Seagraves; daughters: Patricia (Keith) Umberger, Janice (Dwajuan) Howse, and Crystal Seagraves; grandchildren, Adora Roysden, Mackenzie Howse, and Katelyn Umberger; great grandchild, Gunner Castelow; and siblings, Rosetta Findley, Mollie Seagraves, and Marie Burden.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Frank and Alfred Seagraves.

Family will receive friends on Saturday, May 8, 2021 from 9:00 to 12:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services for Marvin will also be held on Saturday following visitation with Aric Seiber, James Ford, and T.L. Page officiating. He will be laid to rest in New Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Memorial services for Jeanette Myers, 55, of Crossville will be held on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 2:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00.