At 5:45 a.m. Friday morning October 2, 2026, one of God’s Angels came from heaven and carried one of his precious souls, Joan Dennis, to her heavenly home for all eternity.

The 77 years of age, Mrs. Dennis, was residing at the Smith County Health and Rehabilitation Center in Carthage where she had made her home since last being admitted July 13, 2026.

Her pastor, Eld. Stephen Brooks and former longtime pastor, Eld. Rickey Hall will officiate at the 1 p.m. Monday afternoon funeral services from the Carthage Chapel of Sanderson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Dennis family plot in the Garden of Everlasting Life at the Smith County Memorial Gardens.

Visitation with the Dennis family was held at Sanderson in Carthage on Sunday afternoon October 4th from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. and again on Monday from 10 a.m. until the 1 p.m. services.

She was one of five children, three daughters and two sons of the late Ernest Hobart West who died at the age of 37 on March 6, 1955 and Maggie Olene Wilkerson West Burton who died at the age of 84 on November 8, 2003 and was born Freeda Joan West in the Wartrace Community of Jackson County on January 2, 1949.

Three siblings also preceded her in death, Billy Wayne West who died August 10, 2011 at the age of 72, Joyce West Petty who died August 9, 2023 at the age of 81 and Judy Faye West who died who died at birth on November 31, 1945.

At the Smith County Courthouse, she was united in marriage on January 19, 1963 to Carthage native Sammy Edward Dennis. The ceremony was performed by then Smith County Clerk and Missionary Baptist minister, Bro. Joe Herschel Wilson.

A most important milestone in Mrs. Dennis’s life was when she was saved at the age of 18 at the Green Valley Missionary Baptist Church and was baptized into the full fellowship of the South Carthage Missionary Baptist Church by Eld. Phocian Gibbs on September 10, 1967

At the time of her death, she was a member of the North Gordonsville Missionary Baptist Church where she had moved her membership by letter from South Carthage.

Mrs. Dennis was an accomplished seamstress and retired in 1996 from the former W. E. Stephens Manufacturing Co. In Carthage. She had previously been employed at the former Carthage Shirt Corporation and the Texas Boot Co.

Her love for her three grandchildren was unsurpassed for the love she had for all of her family.

She was such a kind hearted and soft-spoken lady and was a fabulous wife to Sammy.

Surviving in addition to her husband Sammy of almost sixty-four years is their daughter, Tresa Dennis Tyree and husband Moose of South Carthage, their son, Ricky Dennis and wife Crystal of Gordonsville; three grandchildren, Wesley Dennis of Carthage, Shelby Dennis of Gordonsville, Taylor Tyree Lambert and husband Jacob of South Carthage; brother, Maxie West and wife Laura of Gordonsville; brother-in-law, Jack Petty of Gordonsville.

The Dennis family has requested memorials to the North Gordonsville Missionary Baptist Church.

Ms. Linda Gregory, age 83 of New Middleton died Tuesday afternoon, September 29 at Highpoint-Sumner in Gallatin.  She is survived by: 5 children, Scot (Toby) Oldham and wife Krista Jones Oldham of College Station, Texas, Chris J. Oldham of Knoxville, Tommy Lee Oldham and wife Connie Hailey Oldham of Gallatin, Patricia Oldham Driver and husband Steve of New Middleton, Jason Lee Hunnicutt of Knoxville; brother, Charles William Gregory and wife Martha of the Rome Community; sisters Elaine Steelman of Mount Juliet, Faye Jones of Hendersonville, NC. 6 grandchildren, Patrick Lancaster, Sydney Carter and husband Taylor, Stefanie Driver, Amanda Oldham, Emily Oldham, Harrison Hunnicutt

Ms. Gregory will be cremated at Cumberland Family Services.   Graveside Services and Interment will be conducted on Saturday October 24 at 1:00 PM at the Dixon Springs Cemetery.  Jack McCall will officiate.

The family has requested memorials to Trousdale or Smith County Humane Society.

Ms. Eulean Lee, age 90 of Lewisburg, died Tuesday morning, September 29 at Marshall Medical Center in Lewisburg.  She is survived by: children, Kay Bennett and husband Chris of Horseshoe Bend, Kevin Lee of Lewisburg, Gail Harrelson and husband Keith of Gresham, SC, Sonya Prince and husband Dean of Ridgetop, Vince Burdick and wife Dee of Somersworth, NH; sister, Genevieve Lawrence of Florence,SC; 9 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren.

Services will be conducted at Pauley Swamp Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Conway, South Carolina with time and date to be announced when all arrangements are completed.

Michael Watts (January 1947 – September 2026)

Michael Watts, aged 79, left us on September 26th in North Richland Hills TX, released from the pains and burdens of this life.

Michael was born in Detroit, but was raised in Chestnut Mound Tennessee. From that small farming community at aged 17 he joined the United States Air Force and began an adventure that would take him all over the world and introduce him to his Beloved Wife Glynis.

He was a man whose life was shaped by sacrifice, serving his country with honor during the Vietnam era and beyond. Though the long years of service left him with serious health challenges, his spirit remained steadfast, and his love for family never wavered. Friends and loved ones remember him not only for his dedication to duty, but for the kindness, resilience, and quiet strength he showed in every season of life. He leaves behind a legacy of service, compassion, and the enduring memory of a man who gave much of himself to others

Michael is survived by his wife Glynis, Sons Shawn & Patrick, Daughter-in-laws Deborah & Allison, grandchildren Benton, Katie, Lindsay, Emily, Mary, Lauren & Michael. He is together again with his Beloved Son Christopher who predeceases him by a few short months.

Fear no more the heat ‘o the sun,

Nor the furious winter’s rages

Thou thy worldly task hast done,

Home art gone, and taken thy wages

Mrs. Brenda Crawford, age 76 of Carthage, died Monday evening, September 28 at Alive Hospice Residence in Nashville.  She is survived by: son, Jeremy Crawford and wife Hollie Scurlock Crawford of South Carthage; 4 grandsons, Caleb Crawford and wife Ashley of Lafayette, Reece Crawford of South Carthage, Lucas Crawford of Dunlap, Seth Crawford of Dunlap; 1 great-grandchild, Baby Crawford coming in March 2027.

Mrs. Crawford is at the Carthage Chapel of Sanderson Funeral home where her service will be conducted on Friday afternoon October 2 at 1:00 PM.  Eld. Anthony Dixon and Eld. Stephen Brooks will officiate.  Interment in the Smith County Memorial Gardens.  Serving as active pallbearers are: T. J. Stinson, Tony Kinslow, Lloyd Kinslow, Jamie Martorana, Fox Martorana, Blaze Kinslow;  honorary pallbearers, David Silcox, Jerry Silcox, Garry Silcox, Larry Silcox, Jeff Silcox.

Visitation begins on Thursday afternoon from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM and on Friday from 11:00 AM until service time at 1:00 PM.

Mr. Thomas Jesse “Tommy” Burns, age 75, of Lancaster, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Mr. Burns was born June 17, 1951 in Nashville, TN, a son of the late Thomas Robert Burns and Mary Elizabeth James Burns. He was also preceded in death by Brother; Kenny Burns and Son; Torrey Hale.

Tommy worked for Wilson County Sheriff’s Office for 6 years until going to Lebanon Police Department where he worked for 30 years until his retirement in 2014. He served as a sergeant, detective, and officer during these years. Tommy and the late David Bryant were the first motorcycle officers for the City of Lebanon Police Department. He loved his fellow officers. While working in law enforcement, he also worked at Cumberland University as the strength coach, building on his passion of competitive body building. Tommy was also a cowboy, riding and competing every chance he could. Tommy served as President of the Saddle Club and rode in several shows. He also rode in Reining and Roping. He had a true love of cutting and showing horses in the State of Tennessee and around the country with his own horses. He loved being at a horse show even if he was not competing. Tommy had a friend at every event no matter what state he was in.

Mr. Burns is survived by Wife of 20 years; Tracey Gentry Burns. Children; Tanya Burns, Jordan (Megan) Hale, Hope (Gavin) Johnson, Chapel (Dashawn) McMurry, and Lacey (Aaron) Cheatham. Grandchildren; Sophie Hale, MaKinley Hale, Brayton Johnson, Hadley Tribble, Amiyah McMurry, Aralynn McMurry, Amari McMurry, Emma Hale, Colton Hale-Reedy, AnnaVae Cheatham, and Brinely Hale-Reedy. Sister; Theresa Denson. Sister-in-Law; Dale Burns. Nephew; Jason (Lauren) Burns. Niece; April (Heath) Martin. Great-nephews; Silas, Henry, Tobias and Caden. Great-nieces; Zion, Banyon, Meadow, Mattie, Millie and Haisley. Father-in-law and Mother-in-law; James and Brenda Gentry. Brothers-in-law; James (Tinna) Gentry, Jr, DJ (Kayla) Gentry. Numerous cousins.

Funeral Services for Mr. Burns are scheduled to be conducted from the Gordonsville Chapel of Bass Funeral Homes on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 1PM with Bro. Doug Dillard officiating. Interment will follow in the Gordonsville Cemetery.

Visitation with the family will be at the Gordonsville Chapel of Bass Funeral Homes on Tuesday from 1PM until 8PM and on Wednesday after 9AM until service time at 1PM.

The family requests memorials be made to the Cookeville Regional Charitable Foundation, 1 Medical Center Boulevard, Cookeville, TN 38501.

Mr. Carroll Overstreet, age 86 of Franklin, Tennessee and long time resident of the Elmwood Community, died Sunday evening, September 27 at his home.  He is survived by: wife, Louise Overstreet; daughter, Jennifer Earps and husband Lee of Nashville; 2 step-daughters, Lisa Kirkpatrick of Franklin and Dana Kirkpatrick of Murfreesboro; 1 granddaughter, Caroline Roe of Nashville.

Services for Mr. Overstreet will be conducted on Wednesday afternoon, September 30 at 1:00 PM at the Mt. Zion Church in the Sullivans Bend Community.  Mike Overstreet will officiate.  Interment in the Mt. Zion Cemetery with Military Honors by the American Legion Post #57.  Serving as pallbearers are: Michael Overstreet, Steven Overstreet, Adam Overstreet, Greg Davis, Lee Earps, Chris Roe.

Visitation on Wednesday only at the Mt. Zion Church from 12:00 noon until service time at 1:00 PM.

The family has requested memorials to the Mt. Zion Cemetery Mowing Fund.  Please make donations to Mt. Zion treasurer, Brenda Overstreet, using Venmo.     @Brenda-Overstreet

Mr. Gerald Curtis Chastain age 69 of South Carthage passed away September 27, 2026, at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital. Born in Lebanon, TN, May 18, 1957, he was the son of the late Fred Albein Chastain Jr. and Dorothy Jean Bennett Chastain.

Gerald attended Lebanon High School and was a member of Berea Church of Christ. He served his country honorably in the U. S. Navy. He worked at Toshiba America in Lebanon for a number of years before being one of the first hired employees of the Nissan Plant in Smyrna. Before retiring from Nissan he worked in paint quality control.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Albein Chastain.

Survivors include his wife of fifty-one years, Pam Bates Chastain; three sons: Jason Curtis Chastain, Brandon Allen (Teri) Chastain, Jarad Cody (Jaclyn) Chastain; granddaughter, Ella Grace Chastain; sister, Kimberly Tayse (Craig Cook); brother, Fred (Jennifer) Chastain, Keith (Karla) Zachary; three sisters-in-law: Pat Foster, Carmen Williams, Faye (David) Williams.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 2 p.m. from the Conatser Cemetery on Berea Church Road with Kevin White officiating. Pallbearers will be Chris and Alex Chastain, Derrick Foster, Doug Raines, Craig Cook, Jimmy Elrod. Visitation Wednesday 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Ligon & Bobo Funeral Home.

LIGON & BOBO FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements.

Funeral services for Ms. June “Cupcake” Andrews, age 77 of Lebanon, are scheduled to be conducted on Wednesday September 30, 2026 at 2:00pm from the chapel of Hunter Funeral Home. Bro. Glenn Denton will officiate and interment will follow in Hunter Memorial Park in Watertown. Her family will receive friends on Wednesday from 11:00am until service time. Ms. June passed away peacefully on Sunday September 27, 2026 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville.

Ms. Andrews was born November 30, 1948 in Elmwood, TN in Smith County to the late Aubrey Neal Andrews and Dorothy Lene Christian Andrews. She was best known for her kindness and hospitality as a waitress, working for over fifty years at Lebanon’s Four Winds Truck Stop. She was also a long time member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church in Lebanon where she attended faithfully until her health no longer permitted her to go. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her brothers; Ronnie, Larry, and Danny Andrews.

“Cupcake” leaves behind her daughter, Tracy Andrews; son, Michael Crecelius; grandchildren, Brittney Barrett Hackney and James Barrett; great-granddaughter, Brooklynn Hackney; sister, Bonnie (Ronnie) Jones; brothers; Jerry (Robin) Andrews and Howard Andrews.

Pallbearers will be: Phillip Andrews, Todd Andrews, Eric Ginsberg, Roy Shrum, Shane Dillard, Paul Andrews, and Kaden Barry.

HUNTER FUNERAL HOME of Watertown, in charge of arrangements. (615) 237-9318

Mrs. Diana Lynn Johnson, age 66, of the Club Springs Community in Smith County, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

Mrs. Johnson was born July 25, 1960 in Trenton, NJ, a daughter of the late Raymond Wesley Temple and Edith Gloria McPeak Temple. She married Michael Landon Johnson and he preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by Son; Joseph Robert Murphy, III, and Grandson; Joseph Robert Murphy, IV.

Mrs. Johnson is survived by Son; Brian Patrick Murphy of Defeated, TN. Daughters; Megan (Jason) Preston of Buffalo Valley, TN, and Katelyn (CJ) Diviaio of Buffalo Valley, TN. Step-son; Auston Munson of Columbia, TN. Grandchildren; Emma Murphy, Shane Hudson, Ben Stacy, Jake Stacy, Elizabeth Preston, and John Munson. Three great-grandchildren; Jamey, Easton, and Kaison. Several nieces and nephews. Lifelong friend; Barbara Spinola. Loyal canine companion; Bella.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks memorials be made to Bass Funeral Home.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

Mrs. Loneta Chaffin Bains age 98 of the Hiwassee Community passed away September 23, 2026, at the Pavilion in Lebanon.

Born July 3, 1928, in Smith County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late James Ridley Chaffin and Roxie Pippin Chaffin. She was a homemaker and a faithful member of the Rome Church of Christ. She married the love of her life, Howard Donald Bains on October 19, 1952. He preceded her in death October 23, 2018, after sixty-six years of marriage.

In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by her sisters: Dorothy Chaffin, Mildred Woodard, Evelyn Bush and Lois Tomlinson; brothers: Donald, Glenn and Dalton Chaffin; daughter-in-law, Joyce Bains.

Survivors include her two children: Pam (Tom) Billington and Phillip Bains both of Hiwassee; four grandchildren: Kristina (Daniel) Kirby of Gladeville, Daniel (Lesa) Bains of Carthage, Susan (Jeremy) Reeder of Carthage, Julianne (John) Thomason of Lynnville; great-grandchildren: Brayden and Austin Kirby, Bains, Boone, and Jovie Thomason, Kendall Bains, Conner and Braden Hughes, Hannah Clayton, and Evie Reeder; sister-in-law, Patty Chaffin of Lebanon.

Graveside services will be held Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 4 p.m. from the Bethlehem Cemetery in Tuckers Cross Roads with Stan Stevenson officiating. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Visitation Sunday 1 – 3:30 p.m. at Ligon & Bobo Funeral Home, 241 West Main Street, Lebanon, TN.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Staff of Pavilion, and to her special friend, Shani Westmoreland.

LIGON & BOBO FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements

Paul Wesley Enoch, Sr., DVM

Paul Wesley Enoch, Sr., or “Doc” as he was affectionately known, was born on April 29, 1935 in Plunkett’s Creek, Tennessee to Howard Reece Enoch and Amanda Eunice Vantrease Enoch. He passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026 at the age of 91 leaving a lifetime legacy of deep faith and service both to his community and the animals he loved. Paul grew up on his family farm in a rural part of Smith County where he and his two brothers helped their parents raise cattle and crops. As a boy growing up on a modest farm, Paul developed a strong work ethic and an even stronger passion for the care of animals. He often noted that his love for animals would have likely led him to become a farmer had he not been encouraged to attend college by an agriculture teacher in high school.

Paul attended Smith County High School in Carthage, Tennessee and was strongly influenced by his family’s involvement with Plunkett’s Creek Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville with a major in Animal Husbandry and was a proud member of the university’s Livestock Judging Team. He graduated in 1957 and was one of eight students from the state to be accepted into the Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine. Paul earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Auburn in 1961 receiving the Borden Award for the student with the highest grades.

Paul and his family moved to Gallatin in 1961 where he opened Enoch Veterinary Clinic and practiced for an impressive 62 years. Known for his relentless work ethic and devotion to his clients, Paul saw an average of 30 patients a day, 6 days a week throughout his career. To Paul, veterinary medicine was never just a profession—it was a true ministry. For over six decades, he answered the call at all hours of the night, driving to farms throughout Sumner, Trousdale and Macon counties to deliver a calf, or staying late at the clinic to comfort a family saying goodbye to a beloved pet. He believed that caring for God’s creatures was a sacred duty and he treated every animal with gentleness and every pet owner with grace.

Beyond the clinic, Paul was an active member of the community, serving on the Gallatin City Council and the Sumner County Board of Health. He also supported Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Boy Scouts. He served as the president of the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association in 1983-84 and received the Distinguished Service Award from the organization in 1993. Paul and his wife, Janice, were supporters of Volunteer State Community College and funded an annual scholarship that impacted many lives. In recognition of his deep community footprint, the City of Gallatin officially declared August 19, 2021 as “Dr. Paul W. Enoch Day” to celebrate his 60 consecutive years of civic and veterinary service to the Sumner County area.

Paul had a deep love for the game of golf and enjoyed many fun rounds with Janice, his children and friends. He was fortunate enough to shoot several holes-in-one, each of which he proudly displayed on the walls of the clinic. He was an avid Tennessee Vols football fan and could amaze his grandchildren with his vast knowledge of recruiting stats. He also cheered for the Auburn Tigers when they played anyone other than Tennessee.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Charles David Enoch and William Howard Enoch, and his grandchildren, Mary Katherine Enoch and Wilson Holt Enoch. He is survived by his wife, Janice Mitchell Enoch, his children Paul Wesley (“Buddy”) Enoch, Jr, Thomas Norris Enoch (Nancy), Elizabeth Beasley Enoch Moore (Rusty) and Mary Amanda Enoch Hilburn (Bob), stepchildren, Michael D. Mitchell (Cindy) and Sean G. Mitchell (Helen), sister-in-law, Patricia I. Garis (Don); brothers-in-law, Bob Finch and Jim Finch; grandchildren, Thomas Norris Enoch, Jr., Sarah Enoch Bolen (Austin), Wilson Roe Moore (Kennedy), Wesley McBride (“Mack”) Enoch, Ann Enoch Broughton (Dallas), Elizabeth Enoch (“Lilly”) Doan (Evan), William Alexander Hilburn, and Elizabeth Moore (“Ellie”) Drury (Grant); great grandchildren, Willow Elizabeth Enoch, Caroline Ann Moore, Emma Roe Moore, Allie McBride Bolen, Annie Love Elizabeth Bolen and James Shepherd Broughton; step-grandchildren Kristen T. Mitchell, Karah J. Mitchell and Penelope S. Mitchell, nieces and nephews as well as the generations of farmers, pet owners and community members whose lives were touched by his generous spirit.

Special thanks to Paul’s caregivers, his friends and visitors from the Connect Group Sunday School at First Baptist Church in Hendersonville and especially to the devoted staff and clients of Enoch Veterinary Clinic (now Sumner Springs Veterinary Clinic). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Humane Society of Sumner County or The Backpack Ministry at First Baptist Church Hendersonville.

Visitation with the family will be held at Alexander Funeral Home & Cremation Center on Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Chapel at First Baptist Church Hendersonville on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 11:00 am with visitation prior to the service at the church at 10:00 am.

Arrangements entrusted to Alexander Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 584 Nashville Pike, Gallatin. (615) 502-0011 Online condolences can be left at www.AlexanderGallatin.com

Linda Sue (Hale) Davis, 83, of Tompkinsville, KY, passed away Monday, September 21st, at Celina Health and Rehabilitation Center.

Sue was born in Fountain Run, KY on January 26, 1943, a daughter of the late Gertrude (Harp) and Clay Hale.

On June 10, 1961, she married George Edward Davis at the home of Benny Davis in Carthage, TN. George Edward preceded her in death on September 10, 2022.

Sue worked at Red Kap sewing factory for many years. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, being outdoors in her flowers, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren.

Sue is survived by a daughter, Angie Payne, of Tompkinsville, KY; two sons, Paul Davis, and wife, Carole, of Tompkinsville, KY; Chris Davis, and wife, Amanda, of Tompkinsville, KY; six grandchildren, Cassie England (Eric), Kelly Davis (Kaitlyn), Gavin Davis (Lacy), Hanna Turner (Nick), Alexis Hunley (Adam), Matthew Payne (Kourtney); and seven great grandchildren.

Other than her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by two great grandchildren and one sister, Shirley Costello.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24th at Yokley Trible Funeral Home in Tompkinsville, KY, with burial to follow at Harlans Crossroad Cemetery.

Visitation is Wednesday, 5:30-8:00 p.m., and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 p.m. at Yokley Trible Funeral Home.

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