Obituaries
Clarksville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Clarksville & Montgomery County, TN area
Esther Ruth Spain
Feb 17, 2026
A graveside service for Esther Ruth Spain, 84, of Nashville, Tennessee will be at Woodlawn Memorial Park on February 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with Bro. Jeremy Sisk officiating.
Esther was born on March 8, 1941, in Nashville, TN to Harvey and Nora Spain. She spent many years working in payroll and scheduling at BellSouth.
Esther cherished attending church. She also found...
Dr. Clarence Owen "Buck" Bateson D.C.
Feb 14, 2026
Dr. Clarence Owen "Buck" Bateson D.C. DABCO, passed away in Southside, TN, on February 14, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on November 18, 1941, in Sewickley, PA, to Clarence and Virginia Bateson.
From serving his country in the United States Navy to retiring as a Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Bateson led a life full of accomplishments and...
Alfred R. Ashcraft
Feb 11, 2026
A Celebration of Life service for Alfred R. Ashcraft, Jr., 79, of Cedar Hill, will be Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Mt. Carmel Methodist Church with Pastor Josh Newberry officiating. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the time of service.
Alfred was born on August 22, 1946 in Trenton, MI to Alfred Sr. and Ruth...
Jaelynn Villanueva
Feb 10, 2026
Jaelynn Rachelle Villanueva, 21, of Clarksville, TN passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born on February 12, 2024 in Hartford, CT. Jaelynn enjoyed playing video games and listening to music. A naturally outgoing person, Jaelynn made connections easily and valued the people in her life. She had a strong interest in art and a genuine love for animals.
She...
SGT Lori Chinnis, ARMY (Ret)
Feb 7, 2026
Lori Ann Chinnis, age 43, passed away on February 7, 2026.
Born on March 25, 1982, in Toledo, OH, Lori later made her home in Clarksville, TN. Lori’s life was a testament to love, strength, and unwavering devotion, qualities shone from her heart of gold.
Lori proudly served her country in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sergeant before her...
Bentley Strange
Feb 7, 2026
A Celebration of Life service for Bentley Elizabeth Strange, 15, of Clarksville, TN will be Friday, February 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on Friday from 2:00 PM until the hour of service.
Bentley was born on September 25, 2010 in Clarksville, TN. She passed away February 7, 2026. Bentley was a student...
James Alexander Parker
Feb 6, 2026
James Alexander Parker, age 69, passed away on February 6, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1956 in Germany to James and Elsie Vollmer Parker who preceded him in death.
James was an amateur astronomer who loved looking at the night sky and sharing his interest with others. He owned the first comic book store in Clarksville, TN, enjoyed collecting...
Tsutako Henry
Feb 5, 2026
Tsutako Kumkichi Henry, age 96, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on February 5, 2026.
Born in Japan, she carried throughout her long life the grace, resilience, and humility that reflected her heritage. She experienced deep love alongside her devoted husband, and after his passing, she continued forward with courage and quiet perseverance.
In her later years, though much of her family had...
Henry F. Knake
Feb 3, 2026
First Sergeant (Ret.) Henry Frederick Ernest Knake, III departed this life on February 3, 2026 at 88-years-old.
The only son of Henry Frederick Ernest Knake, II and Hedwig “Hattie” Theresa (Urzycki) Knake, he was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Dorothy Clark, Betty Wolf, Alice Hoffman, and Henrietta “Henri” Spiris.
“Top” retired in 1976 from the U.S. Army after...
Margaret Lorene Nesbitt
Feb 2, 2026
Margaret Lorene Nesbitt, age 83, of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away on February 2, 2026. She was born in Cleveland, Oklahoma, where she was raised before attending college in Edmond, Oklahoma where she earned her Bachelor’s degree. She later earned her Master’s Degree from Eastern New Mexico University, in Portales, NM.
After graduating, Margaret moved to Clovis, New Mexico, to begin her...
Roger Lafreniere
Feb 1, 2026
A Celebration of Life service for Roger Lee Lafreniere, 74, of Clarksville, TN will be Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West where full military honors will be rendered. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:30 AM until the time of service.
Roger, also known as Rick,...
Jennifer Suzanne Newberry
Jan 31, 2026
A Celebration of Life service for Jennifer Suzanne Newberry, age 52, of Cunningham, TN, will be Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home with Bro. Bob Herndon officiating. A private burial will follow at Salem Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday, February 4, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again on Thursday from...
Jude Jagers
Jan 29, 2026
Jude Heath Jagers 20, of Chipley, Florida, passed from this life on January 29, 2026.
Jude was born June 14, 2005 in Clarksville, Tennessee to Joshua and Vanessa (Nealon) Jagers.
Jude left behind his parents, two brothers Jordan Jagers, Jebediah (Madi) Jagers, two sisters, Hannah Jagers , Violet Jagers and two nieces, Harmony Clark and Marlee Holderfield.
Jude leaves behind many aunts, uncles,...
Alan Burgett
Jan 29, 2026
Alan L. Burgett 70, of Clarksville, TN (formerly of Hanna City, IL) passed away on January 29, 2026.
Alan, the beloved son of Dorothy Burgett Jepson and Olen and Dorotha DeRenzy Burgett, Jr., was born on October 17, 1955. They preceded him in death. He is survived by his sister, Vickie Manus, Clarksville; stepbrother Steven DeRenzy (Debby), Canton, IL; stepsister Christine...
Betty Sue Devers
Jan 27, 2026
Betty Sue Devers, 79, of Clarksville, TN passed away on January 27, 2026. She was born on October 18, 1946 in Cedar Hill, TN to William and Mattie Price. Betty loved playing cards and games, enjoyed quilting, and cherished time spent with her family. She was also an exceptional cook who took great pride in sharing her meals with others.
In...
Herbert Eugene Allen
Jan 26, 2026
Herbert Eugene Allen, age 74, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on January 26, 2026. He was born on March 1, 1951, to John and Minerva Allen. Herbert, affectionately known as Herbie, was an electrician and retired from Delta Industries in Atlanta, GA. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being in nature.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by...
Walter Stratton
Jan 23, 2026
Walter Phillip Stratton, age 84, of Dot KY passed away on Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at his home. Phillip was born on June 17th, 1941 to the late Morgan and Marie (Tinch) Stratton. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Roger and Bobby Stratton.
He was a longtime tobacco farmer, fisherman, and could be found in the garden many...
Bobby Combs
Jan 21, 2026
Bobby Hershel Combs, age 80, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Clarksville, Tennessee.
He was born on July 27, 1945, in Washington, Georgia, Bobby lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and an unmistakable sense of humor. A retired United States Army Veteran, Bobby proudly served his country during the Vietnam...
Nola Joyce Cottrell
Jan 20, 2026
A Celebration of Life service for Nola "Joyce" Cottrell, age 65, of Clarksville, TN, will be Friday, January 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home with Bro. Bob Hargrove officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:30 AM until the time of service.
Joyce was born on February 15, 1960, in Clarksville, TN, to Othel and Wanda Wallace. Joyce...
Roy McDaniel
Jan 19, 2026
Roy Lee McDaniel, 76, of Hopkinsville, KY, passed away on January 19, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1949 in Guthrie, KY to Chesterfield and Margie Ann McDaniel. Roy enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. For him, he found joy in working on his farm and a good nap.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by...
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