Obituaries
Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Columbia, TN & Surrounding Areas
Jennie Mae Selim
Dec 21, 2024
Jennie Mae “Higgins” Selim, 80, of Columbia, TN passed away peacefully on December21, 2024, after a valiant fight with many prolonged illnesses. Jennie lived a life full of traveling,enjoying time at the casinos, visiting with family/friends and shopping, while exploring a varietyof educational/professional avenues. Jennie was cherished by all with her kind and gentle spirit.She will be truly missed!
Odis Leon Matlock
Dec 21, 2024
Odis Leon Matlock, age 93, beloved husband of Virginia Wagar Matlock, and a resident of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at his residence. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM, with a visitation from 11:00-12:00 at Heritage Funeral Home.
Born on May 23, 1931, in Liberal, Kansas, Odis was the son...
Kathy Gay Selby
Dec 21, 2024
Kathy Gay Selby, age 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, December 21, 2024.
Born on October 2, 1956, in Memphis, Tennessee, Kathy was the daughter of the late Jeff and Gail (Adkisson) Selby. She graduated from Hardin County High School and became a registered nurse, devoting her career to caring for others as a nurse at Methodist Hospital in Memphis...
Demetrius James Cox
Dec 20, 2024
Demetrius James Cox, a beacon of kindness and energy, left an indelible mark on the lives of those he touched. Born on April 15, 1981, in Nashville, Tennessee, Demetrius’s journey to Heaven began on December 20, 2024, when he passed away in Columbia, Tennessee.
A trailblazer, Demetrius made history as the first African American graduate of Zion Christian Academy. His dedication...
Richard Edward Lee
Dec 20, 2024
Richard “Rick” Edward Lee, age 68, a resident of Spring Hill, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home. Following the service, he will be laid to rest in Maury Memorial Gardens. A visitation will also be held...
Alice Faye Head Scott
Dec 18, 2024
Alice Faye Head Scott, age 83, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at her residence.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Chris Ball and Sis. Jamie Ball officiating. Following the service, she will be laid to rest in Baker Cemetery in...
James Clifford Johnson
Dec 17, 2024
James Clifford Johnson, Sr., age 77, and a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Born on September 20, 1947, James was the son of the late James Johnson and the late Elizabeth Daly Hersey. James proudly served his country in the United...
Mary Ann Patterson
Dec 17, 2024
Mary Ann Bivins Patterson, “Nana”, age 78, lost her battle with dementia on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, surrounded by her family. On Sunday, January 6, 1946, Mary Ann was welcomed into the arms of Robert “Boal” and Annie Katherine Busby Bivins in Lawrence County, Tennessee.
Mary Ann married Leon C. Patterson on Tuesday, October 4, 1966, and remained faithfully married to...
Deborah Hodges Fenwick
Dec 17, 2024
Deborah Hodges Fenwick, age 71, beloved wife of Dr. William Michael Fenwick, and resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
Born in Fulton, Kentucky, on January 12, 1953, Deborah was the daughter of the late James and Charlene Hodges. A 1971 graduate of South Fulton High School, Deborah pursued...
Rev. James Michael "Jim Mike" Ward
Dec 16, 2024
Rev. James Michael “Jim Mike” Ward, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, departed this world and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the age of 73. He passed away peacefully in his Spring Hill, Tennessee home, after a two-year hard fought battle with ALS.
A Celebration of Life Service will...
R.L. King
Dec 15, 2024
R.L. King, age 75, husband of Cecelia Himes King, and a resident of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at his residence, after an extended health battle.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with pastors Steve Swango and Bud Porter officiating. Following the service, he will be...
Leta "Sisse" Paulette Pfieffer
Dec 14, 2024
Leta Paulette “Sisse” Pfieffer, age 72, beloved wife of Michael Pfieffer, and a resident of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at The Lantern at Morning Pointe in Spring Hill.
Born on April 20, 1952, in Maury County, Tennessee, Sisse was the daughter of the late Harry Pressnell and the late Pauline Norman Pressnell. On August 7, 1971, she...
Kimberly Marguerite Cameron
Dec 14, 2024
Kimberly Marguerite Cameron, 66, died on December 14th, 2024, at home in the presence of her children. She was born on January 22, 1958, in Smithfield, North Carolina, to the late Hilma Smith Cameron and Jack Kearns Cameron. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in her death by her son, Channing Dale Wheeless, and brother Jon Preston Cameron.
Kimberly’s...
Katelynn Dupont
Dec 14, 2024
Katelynn Nichole Dupont, age 16, of Columbia, Tennessee, gained her angel wings on December 14, 2024.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, December 23, 2024, at 12:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Jeff Inman officiating. Burial will follow in Maury Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday from 10:00 AM until the service hour...
Bertha Jean Combs Branson Riddle
Dec 13, 2024
Bertha Jean Combs Branson Riddle, age 90, of Titusville, Florida, formerly of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born on January 10, 1934, to Reverend Samuel Brack and Stella Mae Combs in Helen, West Virginia.
Bertha was a pastor’s child and a coal miner’s daughter. She loved the Lord, her husband, and her children. She was...
Michael Scott Faulk
Dec 13, 2024
Michael Scott Faulk, age 39, a resident of Santa Fe, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
Michael was born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, in 1985. He graduated from Spring Hill High School in 2004. He had a passion for woodworking and metalworking and was an avid gamer. Known for his tenderhearted nature, Michael was always...
Justin De'Wayne Frierson
Dec 12, 2024
Justin De’Wayne Frierson, Sr., age 34, a resident of Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at his residence. Justin was a loving soul with an infectious smile and a heart full of kindness.
Born on November 1, 1990, in Columbia, Justin was the son of Richard Frierson and Margaret Church.
He was a devoted father who cherished his...
Larry Wayne Crutcher
Dec 12, 2024
Mr. Larry Wayne Crutcher, age 73, beloved husband of Sandra Phillips Crutcher, and a resident of Spring Hill, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Maury Regional Medical Center.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Home with Bro. Jerry Candler officiating. Following the service, he will be laid...
Nancy Jean Slaughter Lumpkins
Dec 10, 2024
Nancy Jean Slaughter Lumpkins, age 58, a resident of the Water Valley Community in Santa Fe, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Magnolia Health and Rehabilitation Center.
A celebration of Nancy's life will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM at at Santa Fe Baptist Church, with her grandson, Jamie “Jay” Thompson, Jr., officiating. A...
Sherry King
Dec 10, 2024
Sherry Teresa King, age 70, a resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center surrounded by her children and grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Heritage Funeral Home with Rick Points officiating. Burial will follow in Johnson’s Chapel Cemetery. The family will visit...
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