All Obituaries

On Monday, June 1, 2020, after a courageous fight with pancreatic cancer, Lynanne Marie Spagnoletti, 43, slipped from the loving arms of her mother into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Lynanne was born in the Bronx on May 31, 1977 the daughter of Dominick D’agostino and Eileen Ehrenreich D’Agostino Lynanne’s adventures took her too many places; her early years were spent in New York. She then moved to Maryland after her step-father was transferred. She...

Nevaeh Anne Lewis, age 9 of Hendersonville, TN, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at Hendersonville Medical Center. Neveah was born on December 8, 2010 in Putman County to Monica Shivonn Whittaker and Kenya Dashan Lewis. Neveah was such a loving, outgoing young lady who loved to dress up like a Princess, sing and dance. She was in 3rd Grade at George Whitten Elementary School in Hendersonville. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, brothers, DJ Hardison, Nicholas...

Mr. James Thomas Prater, age 69 of Lafayette, TN passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2019 at Vanderbuilt Medical Center. Mr. Prater was born on November 24,1950 in Franklin, KY to the late James Oliver and Effie Prater. His final days were spent surrounded by the family and friends who he loved so much.  James' life may have been cut short, but he touched the hearts of many while he was with us.  In 1994, James married the love of his life, Patricia. Not only did he...

Mr. Kenneth Allen Helms, passed away, surrounded by his loving family on November 20, 2019 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. He was born in Jackson, Arkansas. Mr. Helms lived in Portland, Tennessee. He was 69 years old. Mr. Helms was preceded in death by his parents; Kenneth Eugene Helms and Bertha Birlson Helms. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Marcelle M. Helms and his daughters; Demelza Johnson (Thomas) and Elizabeth Marie Helms. Mr. Helms chose cremation. There will be a...

Evangelist Alvin Vernon Ownby Evangelist Alvin Vernon Ownby, 68 went from labor to reward on Saturday, October 19, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Alvin was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 2,1950 to Alvin Pace Ownby and Betty June Bogle Ownby. A Homegoing Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at The Lord’s Sanctuary. The family will receive family and friends from 12:00 until Service time at 1:00pm. Left to cherish his memory are his wife,...

Earl “Buck” Smith passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on September 23, 2019. He was born on August 8, 1960 in Detroit, Michigan to Kemp Smith and Vivian Lawfield Smith. Earl was his family’s Super Hero. He was a strong man who fought to the end. He was a loving husband and a wonderful Daddy and super Granddaddy. He loved fishing, camping, yard work, riding his Harley, and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed watching his Colts play. He was a good...

Annie Ruth Petty, 88 went home to be with her Lord on Friday, July 12, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. Annie born to Bud Russell and Le La Mai Turner on July 1, 1931; as one of their 9 children. She was a life-long resident of Portland. She married the love of her life, Gar Petty, Jr. and celebrated 50 years of marriage shortly before he passed away on January 15, 2000. They raised...

Russell Alan Eden left this world and those he loved and those who loved him on December 25, 2018. He was 25. "Russman" as he was affectionately called was born in Bowling Green on April 8, 1993 to Janisa G. Eden. Russell was educated in the Warren County School system and was a graduate of the Class of 2011. Upon first meeting Russman, one would think he was shy but that was until he got to know you. He loved to joke around and make people laugh. He had such a loving spirit with...

Nell Louise Phebus was born on August 8, 1960 to William Munroe Earls and Bonnie June Earls in Portland, TN. She resided in the Sumner County area almost all her life and had many friends in the community. "Lou" as she was affectionately known was a Licensed Cosmetologist and business owner who truly loved what she did for a living. She spent 25 years helping her clients look beautiful before moving on to a job she was even more passionate about – being a grandmother. As a...

SMITH, Carl Lee died peacefully in Louisville, Kentucky on December 15th, 2018 at the age of 84. Carl was born on April, 18th 1934 in Shelby County, KY to John William and Margaret Ann Cox Smith. He worked for E.I. Dupont in Louisville for 33 years, retiring in 1991. Carl was a dedicated University of Kentucky Wildcats fan, with a particular affinity for basketball.   Left to cherish his memory are his wife,...