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Don W. Robertson went to his heavenly home on Saturday, April 19, 2025 to be with his savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Don was born November 15, 1933 near New Maysville in Putnam County, Indiana. He graduated from Danville High School (class of 1953) in Danville, Indiana. He also graduated from US Army Finance School in Fort Harrison, Indiana (class of 1954), and obtained a bachelor of science degree in accounting from Ball State in 1960. After basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, he served in the US Army Finance for three years with the 1st Finance Office, Fort Carson, Colorado and with the 8th US Army Head Quarter, the 21st Finance Office in Seoul, Korea. After military service he worked...

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Derrick Paul Borchardt II, born on January 21, 2003, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, left us too soon on March 28, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee from injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle accident at the age of 22. A cherished individual, Derrick was known for his warm spirit and zest for life. He will be profoundly missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Derrick grew up in Cookeville, Tennessee, where he attended Cookeville High School. In recent years, he embarked on a career in construction with House Smart Construction Company. His dedication and hard work in the field demonstrated his strong character and drive. Outside of his...

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Betty Jean Burnett, born September 25, 1931, to the late James C. and Emma Jean Burge in Tate, GA, departed peacefully on January 3, 2025. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 2 sons, James C. and Larry W. Rainer and 3 grandchildren, Terry L. Robinson, Robyn R. Rainer and Sheree Bass. She was a graduate of Hall High School in Alcoa, TN and a member of Mother Love Baptist Church where she served on the Mother Board. She is survived by her children, Chris E. Rainer, Alcoa, TN, Marc (Tammie) Burnett, Emma (Anthony) Earls both of Cookeville, TN, Jackie V. Burnett, Johnson City, TN and Pamela Thompson, Maryville, TN; fourteen grandchildren and a host of...

Barbara Ann Haggard, affectionately known as Barbi, passed away on December 4, 2024, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born on December 23, 1950 in Coral Gables, Florida, Barbara was a devoted homemaker who exemplified love and generosity throughout her life. A cherished member of her community, Barbara was active at Life Church and the Cookeville Senior Citizens Center, where her caring nature and warm personality endeared her to many. She had a profound love for her family, life, and her faith in God, which shaped her into the loving matriarch that she was. Barbara leaves behind a loving husband, Roger Haggard, and their beloved children: Jennifer Parlier (Jerry), Tina Lee (David),...

Joseph Bliujus, a beloved family patriarch, passed away on November 6, 2024, at the NHC of Sparta. Born on March 5, 1948, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, he lived a life filled with hard work, dedication, and a remarkable spirit that touched the lives of many. Josephundefineds career epitomized the American dream. He began his journey as a bank teller, demonstrating an unwavering commitment and strong work ethic that propelled him to the esteemed position of Vice President at the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, from which he eventually retired. His professional legacy is marked by his ability to connect with those around him, forging lasting relationships along the way. Outside of his professional...

MARYVILLE/COOKEVILLE, TN-Minnie Geneva Roberts passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024, at the age of 86, in Maryville, Tennessee at Foothills Transitional Care & Rehabilitation. Born on April 9, 1938, in Cookeville, Tennessee, Geneva was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her, embodying the warmth and generosity of spirit that defined her life. Geneva was the beloved matriarch of a family that adored her deeply. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Mattie Bohannon Pennington, her devoted husband of 41 years, Doyle Roberts, her brother Glen Pennington, and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Her loving legacy continues through her daughter and son-in-law,...

Ronald Oneal Nugent, 72, of Crossville, Tennessee, and formerly of Bowling Green, Kentucky, passed away on September 18, 2023, at Standing Stone Nursing Home in Monterey, Tennessee. Ronald was an over-the-road truck driver and drove for several different trucking companies over his 37-year career. He logged several million miles in 48 states as well as much of Canada. Ronald enjoyed driving a truck and was proud of his good safety record. Ronald developed a love of airplanes and flying at a young age. One of his first jobs as a teenager was washing and fueling planes at the local airport, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He worked hard and took flying lessons when he could, eventually...

Funeral services for Roland "Ron" "Coach" Owings Chambers, age 75, were held Monday, January 3, 2022, in the Cookeville First Baptist Church. Interment with military honors followed in Crest Lawn Memorial Cemetery. Coach Chambers passed away unexpectedly December 30, 2021, at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He was born on January 9, 1946, in Maryville, TN, to the late Maurice and Marion Chambers. He was a graduate of Everett High School, served his country in the US Army and was a medaled Veteran of the Vietnam War. Coach Ron Chambers moved to Cookeville where he attended Tennessee Tech University and earned bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as an Ed.S. Coach Chambers spent...

A Celebration of Life for Sheryl Sinor-Minshew, age 62 of Livingston, will be at 11 a.m. Saturday December 4 at the Cookeville Chapel of Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home. Bro. Danny Whitson and Bro. Rick Lacy will officiate. Her family will receive friends Saturday from 10 a.m. until service time. Sheryl passed away Monday November 29, 2021 at her home. She was born January 24, 1959 in Livingston to the late Frances Faye Verble Richardson, and C. B. "Shorty" Richardson of Livingston. Sheryl was retired from SunTrust in Cookeville and formerly worked as a dispatcher with Putnam County Emergency Services. Her biggest accomplishment was being a mother. Sheryl was a jokester with an...

Mr. Billy Ray Eggleton, age 82 of Cookeville, died Thursday September 2, 2021 at Livingston Regional Hospital. No services are planned. He was born July 15, 1939 in St. Albans, West Virginia to the late Jack and Nellie C. Guthrie Eggleton. Following graduation from St. Albans High School, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy. Bill worked as a hazmat instructor for Hickory Springs Manufacturing. He was a resident of Southern California for 25 years. He was generous in giving his time and talents to various community causes. He received several recognitions for his philanthropic work. He enjoyed working on Rose Bowl Parade floats. He and his wife, Gail,...