Ann Calahan, age 90, was born on November 26, 1933 to the late George W. and Juanita (Winningham) Smith in Livingston, TN and she passed away on November 9, 2024 in Harriman.
Ann is survived by her sister- Janice Cobb and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband- Jim Calahan.
Services will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be at 1:00pm, with the service to follow at 2:00pm, Jared Moore officiating. She will be laid to rest in Crossville City Cemetery immediately following the service.
Debra “Nene” Bowman, 66, of Hanging Limb, was born on August 31, 1958 to Ted and Nancy Gray in Atlanta, GA. She passed away on November 4, 2024 at St. Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN. She was a caregiver and a member of Calvary Freewill Baptist Church in Hanging Limb.
She is survived by her husband- Bruce Bowman of Hanging limb; father- Ted Gray of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; daughter- Shannon Wright of Hanging Limb; son- Jesse (Samantha) Bowman of Hanging Limb; son- Ramey Kyle of Washington DC; grandchildren- Casey Wright, Austin (Tiffiney) Wright, Joshua “Bug” Rogers, Kadence Bowman, and Ryan Reynolds, all of Hanging Limb, Raylan Kyle and Arlen Kyle of Washington DC; great grandchildren- Riley Bruce Wright and Cooper Brooks Wright of Cookeville; brother- Brad (Gretta) Leggett of Carlton, GA; special family friend- Ida Sue Custard of Atlanta, GA and Brenda Merrill of Miami, FL; and additional loved ones- Brandon (Jenna) Reagan of Hanging Limb, Annette Johnson of Hanging Limb, Sherry (Mike) Lawson of Hanging Limb, Kyle (Jessica) McCormick of Monterey, Emily Horn of Monterey, and Vlad Leuscov on Cookeville.
Debra was preceded in death by her mother- Nancy Carol Bell; grandsons- James Kyle and Tyler Reynolds; and friend- George Custard of Atlanta, GA.
Services will be held at Calvary Freewill Baptist Church (East Fork Lane) in Hanging Limb. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 4-8pm. The Funeral service will be on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 1pm, officiated by Leonard Roy Walker and JB Harris. She will be laid to rest in F.A. Norrod Cemetery immediately following the service.
Pallbearers will include: Casey Wright, Austin Wright, Joshua Rogers, Kyle McCormick, Brandon Reagan, Troy Bowman, Riley Bruce Wright, and Cooper Brooks Wright.
Kenneth D. Brown, age 80, was born on October 19, 1944 to Virgil and Edith Brown in Crossville, TN. He passed away on November 5, 2024 in Knoxville. He was a machinist and metal fabricator for Jay Olsen and Crossville Metal Fabrications. He then became a favorite bus driver for Cumberland County Schools for 29 years. He was loved by his community of kids, parents, family, and friends.
He is survived by his wife- Kay Brown; children- Scarlett Brown, Mike Brown, and Eddie Brown; brother- Ted Brown; 15 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and 8 nieces and nephews.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents- Virgil and Edith (Kerley) Brown; son- Glenn Rodgers; son-in-law- Bobby Brown; and siblings- Claudia Brown, Ed Brown, and Ovalee Campbell.
The public visitation will be held on Thursday evening at Crossville First Church of the Nazarene from 5-8pm.
David A. Eldridge of Crossville, Tennessee, went to meet his Lord at the age of 73 on November 1, 2024. David was born on November 16, 1950 in Cumberland County, Tennessee to John and Oma Eldridge. He was raised with three siblings.
David was preceded in death by his father, John, brother and best friend, Doyle and nephew, Barton.
He is survived by his mother, Oma, son, Ryan (Renee), daughter, Christa White (Jason), brother, John (Mickey), sister, Diane Cameron (Jim), grandchildren, Stefan (Raela) and Lucy Widener, Chaz and Lucian Hahn, Rianna Wyatt (Ben), great-grandchild, River Wyatt, and many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request memorial contributions be made to Cumberland Good Samaritans, 281 10th Street, Crossville, Tennessee 38555. David spent many hours working at Good Sams, meeting others and helping in the community.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 5 from 11:00 to 12:00 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home with a service to follow. Pastor Braxton Eldridge (nephew) will officiate.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Life Care Center for their compassion, friendship, and loving care.
Finley Bainbridge Brown, age 90, was born on October 2, 1934 to Arthur and Victorine Brown in Louisville, KY and they later made their home in New Albany, Indiana. He was a hospital chaplain and a church pastor for many years, including being a chaplain for the Bay Shore Yacht Club. He enjoyed sailing, fishing, woodworking, playing poker, painting with watercolors, photography, writing, and reading in comparative religions and mysteries.
He is survived by his son-in-law John Helms, his cat Betsy, and many friends, colleagues, and Uplands Village care partners.
Finley was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Finley and Victorine (Leist) Brown; his wife Carol Lee Blackburn; and his daughter Susanne Helms.
Dennis Eugene Adams was born on August 28, 1936 to Ralph and Amanda Dixon Adams in Crossville, TN. He passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
Dennis was married to the love of his life, Juanita Jean Lee Adams on July 16, 1960. They made their home in the Genesis and Slate Springs communities for 58 years. Dennis and Juanita had one son, Eugene (Tracy) Adams, and three grandsons- Jacob Adams, Braeden (Jamie) Adams, and Kyle Adams. Dennis had three great grandchildren that he thought hung the moon and stars and the feeling was mutual. He loved spending time with them and watching them grow, Saban Adams, he and his Pappie were the best of friends, Mason Adams and Sophia Adams. He is also survived by his sister- Eula (Harold) Keagle, brother- Danny (Gladys) Adams, sister-in-laws – Emma Adams and Marjorie (Nolan) Barnett, brother-in-laws – Dale Crockett and Ivan Lee, special friend- James Kindrick, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Dennis was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife, brothers- Dale, Donald, and Cleo Adams; sisters- Genese Adams, Wilda Gibson and Wanda Crockett; brother-in-laws – Kenny McDonald and Harold Gibson; and sister-in-law – Maudie Adams.
Dennis was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He enjoyed farming and having cattle and horses over the years. He will be greatly missed by all those who love him. Dennis was welcomed lovingly into the arms of Jesus surrounded by his loved ones.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 12 to 2:00 with service to follow officiated by Jerry Hassler. Others taking part in the service will be Mark Wright, Jacob Adams, Leslie Goss, and Freddy Conley. Burial will be in Slate Springs Cemetery with Harold Keagle officiating. Pallbearers: Eugene Adams, Gary Adams, Logan Adams, Tanner Jones, Trevor Gilbert and James Kindrick.
Meryl Michele Hutson (Long), age 69, went to be with Jesus on October 19, 2024. She was born on November 16, 1954 in Painesville, Ohio where she spent much of her life with her family and children before moving to Tennessee.
Her creative talents often led her to a career in floral design. She had many passions including crafting, sewing, painting, cooking, horses, and gardening. As an avid sports fan, you would find her cheering for The Chicago Bears, Tennessee Vols, and the Cleveland Indians. Swinging clubs on a golf course was a hobby she enjoyed learning especially after working at Dorchester Golf Course.
She was a proud mother to her four children, who she loved to go visit and spend time with her grandchildren who affectionately called her “Mimi”.
She is preceded in death by her loving parents, Jim and Barbara Long, many special relatives, and her precious dogs Roo and Penny.
Meryl is survived by her loving companion of 9 years, Richard Hampton; her children-Shanna (Matt), Lissa (Kale), Bradon (Nicole), Trevor (Josie); her grandchildren-Preston, Emma, Ally, Kullyn, David, and Zoe; her brother Barry (Donna).
A small ceremony for family and close friends will be held on November 2, 2024 in Crossville, Tennessee.
Charles “Chuck” Brunotte, Jr. was born in Tucson, Arizona on January 30, 1952 to Charles William Brunotte, Sr. and Mamie Lou (Officer) Brunotte, and passed away at his home on October 21, 2024.
Charles was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy Brunotte, of Crossville; son Christopher William Brunotte (Lindsey) of Cookeville; daughter Nicole Pippin (Colin) of Cookeville; step-son Luke Houston (Kristen) of Pikeville; brother Claude Brunotte of Dayton, OH; along with 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents.
A Graveside Memorial service will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024 in Tom Davis Cemetery at 10:00am, Greg Davis officiating.
Nancy Peterson, age 84, was born July 23, 1940 in Jacksonville, FL to Richard and Patricia Jane Hoodley Van Kleeck and passed away October 15, 2024 in Crossville, TN. She is survived by her son- Jeril Rogers, and preceded in death by her parents and a daughter- Suzette Rogers. She was a real estate agent and a member of the Elks Club here in Cumberland County. She enjoyed riding horses and volunteering in her community. A memorial service will be held at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 1:30 to 3:00pm.
Jessica Booth, age 35, was born on January 11, 1989 in Crossville, TN to Darrell W. Whittenburg and Teresa A. Whittenburg and passed away on October 13, 2024 in Manchester, Kentucky. Jessica was married to Kyle Booth and wanted to be a mother more than anything! She gave birth to a beautiful little girl that was the apple of her eye, Faith Ann Booth. Jessica loved God and loved spreading the gospel and encouraging others. Her faith in God took her through the hard times in her life. She was with God, understanding Him and trying to prepare her family for the end. She enjoyed dirtbike riding and working with her dad in his company, Whittenburg Tree Company. She loved her daddy and after moving to Kentucky, she called him several times a day. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and the hundreds of people that has been touched by her life.
Jessica is survived by her husband- Kyle Booth, daughter- Faith Ann Booth, father- Darrell Whittenburg (Missy), siblings- Joshua Harper and Wesley Hall, and uncle- Charles (Carolyn) Whittenburg. She is preceded in death by her mother and great uncle- James King.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Crab Orchard Christian Church from 5 to 8 pm. The funeral service will be held there on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 11:00 with Bro. Danny Smith officiating. The burial will follow the service in Tolletts Chapel Cemetery.
