All Obituaries

Deanie Dale Roberts, 61 of Portland, TN passed away at his home on January 23, 2024. Deanie was born in Portland, TN on December 24, 1962, the son of Thomas E. Roberts and Minnie Lee Foster Roberts. Deanie was a skilled carpenter learning his trade under the guidance of his father whom he worked for from the age of 12. After retiring, he enjoyed relaxing at home sipping on a can of Busch beer and watching old movies and TV shows. He was especially fond of Gunsmoke. He...

Marty Lee Jones, 70 of Portland returned to his heavenly tribe on Monday, January 8, 2024 after a short illness. Marty was born in Norfolk, VA on April 12, 1953. He was the son of John Davis Jones and Lena Elsie Childers Jones. Marty, whose Cherokee name was "Crazy Horse", was proud of his Cherokee heritage and frequently spoke his native language of Tsalagi. He married the love of his life, Stephanie on February 14th., a very special day to both. Marty never met a stranger and...

Joy Sunday Porciuncula, 81 of Portland, TN passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 30, 2023, in Sumner Regional Medical Center Joy was born on October 29, 1942, the daughter of Joseph George Messina and Erma Alberta Martini Messina. When you think of Joy, you think of love. Joy and love just go together and she lived up to her name. She was the most loving person who never met a stranger. Joy loved her family deeply; they were her world. Joy was a wonderful caregiver to her...

Barbara Elaine Kontur, 80 of Portland, TN passed away peacefully on December 26, 2023 at Sumner Regional Medical Center after a long illness.  She was born in Latrobe, PA on April 13, 1943, the daughter of Charles R. and Mary E. (Heffley) Smith.  Barbara was a 1961 graduate from Penns Manor High School and her life was marked by moments of joy and shared laughter with those she held dear. Her spirit will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing...

Ralph Thomas Brownlie, 62 of Portland, TN passed away suddenly on October 26,2023 in Portland, TN. Ralph was born in Edmond, OK on September 1, 1961. He was the son of Ralph Thomas Brownlie, Sr. and Joyce Lorraine (West) Brownlie. Mr. Brownlie proudly served his Country as a Corporal (E-4) in the United States Marine Corp. He received several decorations, Rifle Marksman Badge, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon and Meritorious Mast.  Left to cherish his memory was his son, Stefan Brownlie...

Elizabeth Ann Loveall Curtis, 86 returned to her heavenly home on Monday, October 16, 2023 after a valiant battle with a long illness. She was surrounded by her loving family. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in her struggle and ultimately gave her peace. Elizabeth was born to the late Josep Monroe Loveall, Sr. and Eunice McCulley Loveall, in Gallatin, TN on August 11, 1937. She was immersed in the Christian community that would be her lifelong support...

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Robert Revell, aka Bob also known as “Oklahoma” of Franklin, KY on August 29, 2023, at the age of 67 years.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 49 years, Susan; Sister Annelie Dion; His children: Laura and son in law Thomas O’Loughlin and Bobby and daughter in law Jennifer Revell; grandchildren: Rebecka (Jarred), Kathryn (Donovan), Connor, Trevor, Avery, Braeden, Austin and great grandson...

Teresa Michelle Hartley, 58 of Garfield, Arkansas passed away peacefully at the home of her brother, Steve Hartley of Portland, TN surrounded by her loving family. Teresa was born on February 22, 1965, in Nashville, TN to Joseph Wayne Hartley and Shirley Violet Martin Hartley. She worked for ComData for 25 years as an Account Manager before she became a Loan Assistant for Equity Bank. She loved to travel, many times by motorcycle with Jim as they loved to visit our National Parks....

Brooklyn Faith Colenda was born on Monday, July 24, 2023 at 10:43am. to loving parents Kevin and Gracie Colenda at TriStar Centennial Hospital, Nashville, TN. Brooklyn’s family was blessed with almost fourteen hours with her, before she passed gently into the arms of Jesus at 12:37am on July 25, 2023. Brooklyn experienced holding hands with her mommy and daddy, listening as they sang her songs, and being told “I love you” an uncountable number of...

Dianna Marie Hatfield-Samuels 36 of Portland, TN went to her eternal rest on Monday, July 17, 2023. She was born on April 13, 1987 in Nashville, TN. Dianna was the daughter of Roger Lewis Hatfield, Sr. and Anita Rena Russell who survive. Dianna was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Her children were her life, she would go to any extent to protect them. Her laugh was very distinct, she had the biggest heart and such exquisite style that most would consider bougee. She...