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Vernon "Cooter" Walker, Jr., 46
Murfreesboro
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passed away at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro Friday. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Vernon "Cooter" Walker, Jr., age 46 of Murfreesboro, passed away at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro Friday. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date..
In lieu of flowers, his family has requested memorial donations be made to help assist with his cremation expenses.
Vernon "Cooter" Walker, Jr. is survived by sons Stewart Bryan and Matthew Walker; daughters Michelle Walker, Katie Walker, and Isabella Walker; sister Vernicea (Robbie Litwin) Simmons; grandchildren.

He was born March 26, 1979, in Cookeville.

Earl Thompson, 66
Baxter
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died Sunday at his home in Baxter, surrounded by his family. The family followed Mr. Thompson's role of cremation. Earl Thompson, age 66 of Baxter, died Sunday at his home in Baxter, surrounded by his family. The family followed Mr. Thompson's role of cremation. .
Earl Thompson is survived by wife Angela Zipper Thompson of Baxter; stepsons Ray Moon and Cody Moon both of Kansas; sister Modena Thompson of Baxter; brother Bobby (Rene) Thompson of Chattanooga.

He was born May 13, 1958 in Cookeville

Earl was a 1976 graduate of Upperman High School in Baxter. His work ethic led him to Putnam Plastics (now Encompass Plastics) where he served as a materials handler. He enjoyed his work and his co-workers.

Earl enjoyed the outdoors, riding the "hollows" and looking at the scenery and wildlife. He enjoyed hunting and spending time with family and friends.

Willie Davis Beason, Jr, 89
Okolona
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passed peacefully from this life on Sunday at Signature HealthCARE in Algood Willie Davis Beason, Jr, age 89 of Okolona, passed peacefully from this life on Sunday at Signature HealthCARE in Algood.
Willie Davis Beason, Jr is survived by daughter Leta Johnson and her husband David of Gallatin; granddaughters Melinda Cunningham and husband Shane of Cookeville, Amber Johnson-Hollenbaugh and husband Eric of Marietta, GA, and Cindy Marshall of Celina; great-grandchildren Jack Cunningham, Lilly Cunningham, Nicholas Johnson, Zachary, Atticus, and Abigail Hollenbaugh; brother Jerry Beason; sisters, Sharon Beason-Phillips and Sherry Pyle.

He was born at home in the Willow Grove Community on March 19, 1936, to the late Willie Davis Beason, Sr. and Florene Dennis Beason.

A graduate of Clay County High School, Willie served honorably in the United States Army and was a member of the Church of Christ. He spent much of his life on the road as a long-haul truck driver—a career that suited his hardworking spirit and love for travel.

Willie had a deep passion for collecting guns and knives, and he never missed a good Western on television. His quiet strength, unique sense of humor, and love for his family left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Tommy Wayne Gish, 68
Livingston
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passed from this life on Saturday at Livingston Regional Hospital Tommy Wayne Gish, age 68 of Livingston, passed from this life on Saturday at Livingston Regional Hospital.

Tommy was the only child born on Saturday, April 13, 1957 in Livingston to the late Seth Thomas Gish and the late Nell Masters Deck.

Tommy lost his father at an early age and was raised by his mother whom he loved dearly.  He never married, and he never had any children of his own. He lived his life primarily for his mother until she passed away in 2009.

Tommy was an avid roller skater. He could be seen at the skating rink in Livingston quite regularly.

Tommy had many friends who survive him, but his very best friend, Dixie, was the most cherished as she was man's best friend.

Per Tommy's wishes there will be no services.