MCGOWAN, Ann E., age 87, of Winchester, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Magnolia Manor in Midway, Georgia. A native of Franklin County, she was born on Feb. 10, 1936, to the late Claud and Corene (Holiday) Farris. Before her retirement, she had been employed as a cook at Druthers Restaurant. She enjoyed working in her flower garden and going to yard sales. Her family will remember her strong-will and love for Jesus Christ. Ann was a member of Decherd Church of God. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles McGowan; brothers, Joe Farris, Donnie Farris and Howard Farris; sisters, Mary Ruth Stewart, Neil Hart and Peggy Garrison; and son, Ricky Riley. Ann is survived by her loving children, Cheryl Hernandez and Michael Mansfield; grandchildren, Chris Wiseman, Lori Ledbetter, Angie Wiseman and Shanna Wiseman; great-grandchildren, James Wiseman, Andrew Wiseman, Taylor Ledbetter, Cobi Lara, Wayne Lott, Isaiah Lott and Anah Lott; siblings, Wayne Farris, Mack Farris, Louise Garrison, Pat Ingle, Mark Cole and Barbara Thompson; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. followed by services at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Don Baker officiating. Interment was at Mt. Garner Cemetery. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
STEADMON, Syble Pauline, age 91, of Estill Springs, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023, at her residence while surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Moulton, Alabama, on Feb. 16, 1932, to the late William Joseph and Lassie Mae (Bradford) Lipscomb. Before her retirement, she was employed by the Franklin County School system for 20-plus years. She enjoyed flower gardening, “clipping coupons” for her shopping trips, and her Saturday morning breakfasts and Sunday dinners. Pauline was a devoted mother and grandmother and cherished the time spent with her beloved family, especially her sweet grandchildren who affectionately called her “Mo.” She was always available to care for those in need and was loved by all who knew her. Pauline was a member of First Baptist Church of Estill Springs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eulice Steadmon and sister, Dorothy Lipscomb. Pauline is survived by her loving children, Randall (Phyllis) Steadmon, Steve (Beth) Steadmon and Greg Steadmon; grandchildren, Josh (Grace) Steadmon, Matt (Kendall) Steadmon and Cody Steadmon; great-grandchildren, Shep Steadmon, Sutton Steadmon, Norah Steadmon, Lucas Steadmon, Roland Steadmon and Mason Thompson; siblings, Clezelle Anderton, Vivian (Darwin) Sullins, Joe (Delona) Lipscomb Jr., Bob Lipscomb, Nathaniel (Avon) Lipscomb and Brenda (Mark) Schrimsher; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with services following at 2 p.m. in the Moore-Cortner Funeral Home chapel with Bro. David Cunningham and her nephew, Douglas Anderton officiating. Interment was at Franklin Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
MANN, Jeffery Logan, age 35, of Winchester, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023. He was born in Tullahoma, on Dec. 18, 1987, to Jeffery and Joyce (Isom) Mann. Logan worked as a carpenter with his family’s construction business. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hiking and hunting when he was younger. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Pauline Mann and Marvin and Ethel Gipson. Logan is survived by his parents, Jeff and Joyce Mann of Estill Springs, and brother, Derick (Katie) Mann of Tullahoma. Visitation was held on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with services following at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Joseph Horton and Derick Mann officiating. Interment was at Franklin Memorial Gardens. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
SCHMITT, David Arlen, age 81, of Belvidere, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023, at his residence while surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Atchison, Kansas, on May 12, 1942. David served his country in the United States Army Reserve before becoming an accountant. Along with his accounting work, he also enjoyed working with computers. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted Schmitt and three brothers. David is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Carolyn Schmitt; children, James, Kristen, Steven and Richard; brother, Tom Schmitt; and several grandchildren. Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, from noon to 1 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with services following at 1 p.m. in the Moore-Cortner Funeral Home chapel. Interment was at Franklin Memorial Gardens. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
MORRIS, Jean Marie, age 70, of Winchester, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System. A native of Franklin County, she was born in Winchester, on Dec. 21, 1952, to the late Norman and Mary Etta (Guess) Morris. Jean Marie was one of the very first clients at New Life Center. She enjoyed parties, meeting with her sisters for Saturday lunches and listening to country and gospel music. Her outgoing personality allowed her to never meet a stranger. She loved spending time with her family, friends and her church family at Cowan Nazarene Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Tatum, Bessie Morris and Annie Ellis; and brothers-in-law, Herschel Tatum, Charles Morris, David Throneberry, Kenneth Ellis, J.D. Posey, Ralph Johnson and Jackie Johnson. Jean Marie is survived by her sisters, Jannie Throneberry of Winchester, Kathryn Posey of Cowan, Roxy Johnson of Cowan, and Brenda Johnson of Cowan; and several loving nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home followed by services at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with John Butler and Rev. Bill Welch officiating. Interment followed at Cowan Montgomery Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Cowan Nazarene Church. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
FANDRICH, Patty Ervin, age 71, of New Market, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Huntsville Hospital. She was born in Tullahoma, on Feb. 23, 1952, to the late Joseph “Joe” and Mabel (Majors) Ervin. Patty was a graduate of Tullahoma High School. A dedicated homemaker, Patty cherished the time spent with her beloved family and friends. An avid University of Tennessee Volunteers fan, she enjoyed travel (especially to the beach), golfing and had been a member of a bowling league for about 30 years as well as a member of the YaYas. She also enjoyed watching movies and reading, especially the Outlander series. Patty and her family had previously attended Belvidere United Church of Christ and Bethel Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Robert “Bobby” Fandrich. Patty is survived by her loving children, Josh (Maxine) Fandrich, Jason Fandrich, Jonathan (Vanessa) Fandrich and Jake (Cynthia) Fandrich; partner, Chet Daniel; grandchildren, Britten, Bryce, Ben, Elijah, Holden, Amelia, Sebastian, Ruth and Penelope; great-grandchildren, Jasper and Brady; brother, Ken (Cathy) Ervin; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation was held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Belvidere United Church of Christ with services followed at 1 p.m. with Bro. Ken Erwin and Bro. Tony Etheridge officiating. Watson Funeral Home, 405 Sharp Springs Road, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2345, www.watsonfhtn.com.
CURTIS, Mary Jo, age 85, of Estill Springs, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Life Care Center in Tullahoma. A native of Franklin County, she was born on Sept. 8, 1937, in Winchester, to the late Pete and Ethel (Jordon) Smith. Before her retirement, she had been employed at CKR. Mary Jo loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping, going to yard sales, walking, flower gardening and watching NASCAR (Cheering for Tony Stewart). In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Marion Curtis and siblings, Barbara Jean Wiseman, Jimmy Wayne Smith, Melinda Smith and John Smith. Mary Jo is survived by her loving daughter, Debbie Curtis (Vermon) Teters; grandchildren, Misty Collins (Bobby Elliott) of Tullahoma, and Jeff (Michelle) Teters of Estill Springs; great-grandchildren, Zachery Collins, Reece Collins, Kati Collins, Peyton Teters, Eli Teters and Maggie Teters; four great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 5-8 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral services were conducted on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Rev. Shane Scott officiating. Interment was at Cowan Montgomery Cemetery. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
GRAHAM, Roy Allen, age 86, of Winchester, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at his residence while surrounded by his loving family. A native of Franklin County, he was born on Oct. 15, 1936, to the late Alma Louise Weddington Sells. Before his retirement, he had been employed as a dispatcher for Harvey Cab Company and the City of Decherd, before working as a clerk at Walmart. An avid sportsman, he had coached Babe Ruth and Little League teams and enjoyed watching horse racing and college football. He also enjoyed playing Pinochle and dominos. A good father and family man, Roy Allen cherished the time spent with his beloved family who will remember his loving and hardworking nature. Roy Allen is survived by his wife, Carol Graham; children, Raymond (Mary) Graham, Louis (Donna) Graham and Joseph Graham; 10 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; siblings, Billy (Joanie) Sells, Anita Locker and Darlene (Leon) Kimble; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 2-4 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home with services following at 4 p.m. in the Roy B. Watson Chapel. Interment was at Winchester City Cemetery with Raymond Graham, Joseph Graham, Louis Graham, Timothy Graham, Eric Elliott and Christopher Suns serving as pallbearers. Watson Funeral Home, 405 Sharp Springs Road, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2345, www.watsonfhtn.com.
ISBELL, Lynn Marie Krus, age 55, of Winchester, Tennessee, departed this life suddenly on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at STRHS-Winchester. Mrs. Isbell was born in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Edmond Krus and Rita Mae Janezco Krus. She attended Mt. Vernon Church of the Nazarene. Mrs. Isbell was employed for approximately 20 years at Harton Hospital in Tullahoma, Tennessee in the Dietary Department. She never met a stranger. Mrs. Isbell loved to cook and bake and enjoyed watching horror movies. Her favorite pastime was relaxing with family and friends by their fire pit. She will be remembered by her family as a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Terry D. Isbell of Winchester; daughters, Mandy Isbell and Jodie Lynn Isbell, both of Estill Springs; grandchildren, Gracie Lynn Judge and Aden Lee Isbell; siblings, Denise Walek of Carol Stream, Illinois, Frank Krus of Chicago, Illinois, Mitchell Krus of Aurora, Illinois and Allyson Krus of Chicago, Illinois; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from noon to 2 p.m. followed by services at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Grant Funeral Services with Pastor Mike Tyree officiating. Interment was in the Jackson Cemetery in Cowan with family and friends serving as pallbearers.
MATTHEWS, Kathleen Brewer, age 71, of Decherd, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at her residence while surrounded by her loving family. A native of Franklin County, she was born on Aug. 5, 1951, to the late John Thomas and Anna Elizabeth (Partin) Brewer. Before her retirement, she was employed by CKR. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Gatlinburg and Florida, fishing and having her morning coffee with her sister, Jean. But most of all she cherished the time spent with her beloved family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she enjoyed watching Toy Story movies with. All who knew her will recall, “She wasn’t the light of the party, she was the party.” Kathleen was a member of Broadview Missionary Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, John Thomas “Tom” Brewer Jr., Billie Ruth Pemberton and Margaret Faye Clark and nieces and nephews, Bruce W. Brewer, Joseph Brent Brewer and Victoria Lynn Clark. Kathleen is survived by loving children, Daniel (Vickie) Matthews, Dusty (Mark) Robinson and Dasha (Wendell) Wiser; grandchildren, Tiffani Robinson, Bailey Wiser, Taylor (Mitchell) Simpson, Kaitlynn (Eli) Neyman, Homer Wiser, Courtney Wiser, John Mason Matthews, Shelby (Daniel) Livingston, Mia Robinson and Ezekiel Robinson; great-grandchildren, Sabreigh Simpson, Scout Simpson and Magnus Simpson; siblings, Hershell W. Brewer, Jean (Robert) Sanders, Myrtle (Glenn) Breccia, Benny (Dianna) Brewer and Sheila (Jeff) Boyett; several nieces and nephews; and four-legged best friend, Bella. Visitation was held on Monday, May 22, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with services following at 2 p.m. in the Moore-Cortner Chapel with Bro. Charles Houston and Bro. Mark Bolin officiating. Interment was at Mt. Garner Cemetery with Robbie Sanders, Melvin Sanders, Brian “Bear” Brewer, Blake Boyett, Charlie Brewer and Wade Clark serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
HENSHAW, Paul Edward, age 86, of Winchester, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023. He was born on Dec. 13, 1936, in Estill Fork, Alabama, to the late George Washington and Lera Virginia (Sisk) Henshaw. Paul served his country in the United States Army. He was then employed by Jim Franklin Chevrolet and Wriker Pontiac GMC before becoming the co-owner of Winchester Motors. An avid sportsman, he enjoyed playing basketball and cheering for the Huntland Hornets basketball teams, Alabama Crimson Tide, the Atlanta Braves, and NASCAR driver Chase Elliott, but especially for his grandchildren playing baseball. Paul was a member of Oaklawn Baptist Church and had sung with the Rocky River Quartet. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Locke Henshaw and siblings, L.G. Henshaw, James “Jack” Henshaw, Annie Dee Sims and Dorothy Henshaw. Paul is survived by his loving son, Keith (Lisa) Henshaw; grandchildren, Kyle (Paige) Henshaw, Trey Henshaw, Justin Brown, Jody Brown and Amber Solomon; great-grandchildren, Reagan Henshaw and Rhys Henshaw; sister, Carolyn Potter; special caregiver, Mike Henley; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. Visitation was held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 1-2 p.m. at Watson Funeral Home with services following at 2 p.m. in the Roy B. Watson Chapel with Bro. Johnny Mayes and Bro. Ray Gardner officiating. Interment was at Watson Memorial Park. Watson Funeral Home, 405 Sharp Springs Road, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2345, www.watsonfhtn.com.
RHODES, Dale Wayne, age 74, of Belvidere, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Portland, Oregon, on Dec. 4, 1948, to the late Paul Dusty and Evelyn Lois (Borland) Rhodes. He served his country in the United States Navy. Before his retirement, Dale worked as a website designer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, John T. Rhodes and Jason Rhodes; grandchildren, Hollie Ann Rhodes and Penny Elaine Rhodes; and brother, David Rhodes. Dale is survived by his loving son, Dale Wayne (Cassandra) Rhodes Jr.; grandchildren, Debbie (Michael) Holliday, Dale Wayne Rhodes III, Ashley (Shane) McLaughlin, Ryan Lee Rhodes, Amber Rhodes, Tamara Rhodes, Nathan Rhodes and Brayden Rhodes; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Dan Rhodes, Debbie Rhodes, Donnie Duncan, Dawn Duncan and Denise Duncan; and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held at a later date. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
MCCORMICK, Janice Marie Smith, age 72 of Winchester, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro. She was born on April 6, 1951, to the late Roy Verbon and Evon (Garner) Smith. She was a 1969 class graduate of Franklin County High School and attended Middle Tennessee State University. She met and married Larry in 1971. Janice retired from Ascend Federal Credit Union as a bank teller. In her spare time you could find her watching American Idol, Jeopardy, attending a concert or listening to her favorite music. She was a faithful member of the Winchester Church of Christ. She will always be known as a beautiful wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend to everyone who loved Janice. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Paul McCormick. Janice is survived by her loving son, Christopher Brian McCormick; daughter, Alison Marie McCormick; granddaughter, Alanna Marie Morris; special sister, Linda Kay Smith; sister and brother–in–law, Lyn (Dean) Jackson; and her sweet dog, Lola. Visitation was held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, from 5-8 p.m. at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 2 p.m. from the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Joseph Horton officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, 931-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
