Category: September

Mr. Freddie Lee Sutton

August 22, 1934 – September 23, 2023

Service

Saturday, September 30, 2023

Family Visitation: 10:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M.

Held at

Believers Faith Fellowship

2011 South Canon Blvd

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Interment

New Hope Baptist Cemetery

Fairfield, Tennessee

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Freddie Lee Sutton’s Slideshow

Freddie Lee Sutton was born on August 22, 1934, and departed this world on September 23, 2023, at Life Care Center of Hickory Woods, Antioch, TN.

He was joined in matrimony to the late Annie Elizabeth Sutton on June 5, 1960. From that union, they were blessed with three devoted children Debra Webster of Dayton, OH, Fredrick Sutton of Murfreesboro, TN, and Barbara Bradley of Rockvale, TN.

Freddie was born in Dayton, Ohio to the late Overton and Barbara Sutton. He graduated from Bedford County Training School in Shelbyville, TN and spent years training walking horses, working at EATON, and he retired from Arnold Engineering Development Center in 1994.

He played football and baseball throughout his childhood and his love for the sports lead him to become a baseball and football coach where he coached his teams to several league championships and was very influential in the lives of many athletes whom he coached.

He accepted God into his life at a very early age and he was a devoted member of St. Paul AME Church in Wartrace, TN prior to joining Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Wartrace, TN where he served as a Deacon.

Freddie departed to glory leaving behind to treasure his memories are his sister, Margret Branhan of Dayton, OH, three dedicated children: Debra Webster (Gregory), Fredrick Sutton, and Barbara Bradley (Tony); six grandchildren: Damien Webster, Tonaisha Bradley, Peyton Sutton, Jordan Parris (Davone), Alexis Webster, and Myah Sutton and three grandchildren along with an abundance of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

We thank all of our friends and family who helped us through this difficult time. We appreciate your many calls, prayers, and assistance. Much love to you all.

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Mr. James McKinley Darden, Jr.

September 23, 1941 – September 15, 2023

Service

Friday, September 22, 2023

Masonic Ceremony: 10:00 A.M.

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

Believers Faith Fellowship

2011 South Canon Blvd

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Interment

Fairfield Cemetery

Shelbyville, Tennessee

James McKinley (Squirt) Darden Jr. was born in Clarksville, TN on September 23, 1941, to the late James McKinley and Dorothy Alma Darden. He was the first born of his siblings.

James attended public school in Clarksville and graduated from Burt High School where he played football. He sang in the Glee Club and organized his first group called The Blenders.

He accepted Christ at an early age at Ebenezer AME Church.  Later, he moved to Shelbyville where he joined Woodfork AME Church.  He was a member of the Masons, Rosenwald and a football coach at Liberty.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Lue Darden; daughter, Shawanda Ann Darden; sister, Eleanon Washington; and brother, Clifford Warren Darden.

James is survived by one son, Malcolm Cornelius Darden; one daughter, Janeek Robinson; a devoted grandson, Taurian (Tiffany) Darden; granddaughter, Alika Darden; devoted nephew, Joseph Maxwell; devoted niece, Toleda Johnson (Bably); sisters, Yvonne (James) Metcalfe and Amaryllis (Samual) McDonald; brother, Kenneth Wayne Darden; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Mr. George Edward Albert, Sr.

July 27, 1944 – September 13, 2023

Service

Monday, September 18, 2023

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

Nelson & Sons Memorial Chapel

824 Lipscomb Street

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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George Edward Albert, Sr.’s Slideshow

George Edward “Boot” Albert, Sr., was born on July 27, 1944, in Henry County, Georgia, to the late Malachi Tero Albert and Cora Irene (Walker) Albert. George transitioned this life on September 13, 2023 at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN. He is preceded in death by a brother, Willie (Ham) Albert and sisters, Carrie Lee Grier and Pearl Albert.

He received his education in the Henry County School System and served in the U.S. Army. He had many jobs but the best one was serving God.

George was truly one of a kind and loved God above all things. He was a devoted man of God. He had faith and didn’t deviate from the Word. He was a member of Galilee Primitive Baptist Church.

Besides his love for God, he loved his family, a clean car and mowing the yard (every Thursday so it would look good for the weekend). He also enjoyed sitting on the back porch communicating with the Lord, listening to music, watching nature and trying to keep the moles out of the yard.

George is survived by his wife of 38 years, Reva Angie Albert, sons, George E. Albert, Jr. (Marissa); Eddie Tero Albert (Lateshia); Darrin Albert; Jeffrey Albert; Tyrone Rippy; Jamison Rippy; daughter, Denita Albert-Wade; 27 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; brother Edward (Eddie) Albert; sisters-in-law, Gwen Rippy, Jessica Rippy, and Bryce (Eddie) Holton; host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Mr. Carey Thomas Ray, Sr.

December 20, 1940 – September 9, 2023

Service

Saturday, September 23, 2023

Lie In State: 9:00 A.M.

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

Fairlane Church of Christ

101 Dow Street

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Interment

Willow Mount Cemetery

Shelbyville, Tennessee

Carey Thomas Ray Sr.’s journey started on December 20, 1940, to the parents of Alderman Eugene Ray, Sr. and Katherine Peacock in Shelbyville, Tennessee, and ended on September 9, 2023, in Gulfport Mississippi.

Carey moved to Chicago at a young age and attended Douglas Grammar School and Dunbar Vocational High School where he ran track. At the age of 21, he became a Mason in Wayfarers Lodge, as well as an Eastern Star, in Rebecca D. Boone #128. He received his 32nd degree in Western Consistory #28, which were all in Chicago, under the Prince Hall Affiliation. Carey accepted Christ as his Lord and personal Savior and was a member at Providence Missionary Baptist Church, located in Chicago, Illinois; where he served as Senior Usher Board President for several years. Carey was the senior sales representative for Romano Brothers Beverage Company, which at that time was the largest beverage company in the United States, where he worked for 36 years, until July 11. 2003, when he retired. He was also the owner of his pool hall in Chicago for 15 years, which was located at 43rd Street between Michigan and Wabash, in Chicago, Illinois.

In 1996, Carey married Anna Noland and lived in Chicago for 7 years until their move to Gulf Port, Mississippi where they made a beautiful home for 28 years.

He was preceded in death by family members: parents, Eugene Ray, Sr.; and Katherine Tyler; brother, Eugene (Geno) Ray; sister, Shirley McKinney, sister, Rebecca L. Brown; brother, Eugene Ray, Jr. and sister, Elaine Ray-Radford. Grandsons, Royce Cunningham, Jr.; Jamal Gordon and Abdul-Rashid Cox.

Celebrating his life forever are: Wife, Anna Ray; children, Royce (Yvonne) Cunningham; Crystol (Earl) T. Ray-Selby; Carey T. Ray, Jr.; Camille (Paul) T. Ray; Sonya Daniels; Kawana (Willie) Noland; Dr. Chel’onda T. Ray; (15) grandchildren; (25) great-grandchildren; and (3) great-great-grandchildren; brother, Dr. Bernard (Angela) Ray; sisters, Marsha A. Tyler; Patricia (Alvin) A. Tyler-Dent; Deborah D. Tyler; and host of many nephews, nieces, cousins and devoted friends.

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Ms. Linda K. Akins

December 16, 1969 – September 8, 2023

Service

Friday, September 15, 2023

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

Sand Hill Church of Christ

315 Fergus Road

LaVergne, Tennessee

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Linda K. Akins’ Slideshow

Linda K. Akins was born on December 16, 1969, to the late Christine Delores Akins Short and Nelson Akins Sr. She departed this life on September 7, 2023.

Linda was educated in the public schools of Davidson County. She worked for 24 years with Metro School Systems. Linda enjoyed Marvel movies, cooking and spending time with her grandkids.

Along with her mother and father, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Nelson Akins Jr. and Joe Henry Akins, and nephew, George Lyons.

Linda leaves to cherish her memories, two sons, Jaron and Chris; daughter, Keisha; siblings, Mai, Delores, Donna, Tom, Billy (Marie) and William (Pam); grandchildren, Javarrious, Kristyana, Ju’Lyricah, Ka’Liyah, Kayla and Rylee; nieces and nephews, Tekella, Traci (LaDonna), Destiny, Nyerissa, Durael, Tony, Johnithen, Catherine, Kennetha, Tina and cousins.

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Baby Summer Mahaffey

September 6, 2022 – September 29, 2022

Service

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

Nelson & Sons Chapel Murfreesboro

448 East Burton Street

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Baby Summer Mahaffey is survived by parents, Kenny and Tyera Mahaffey; siblings, Luna, Nova and Skye Mahaffey; grandparents, Thelya (Ronald) Lewis, Maureko (Mateka) Turner and Donald (Stacie) Mahaffey; great grandparents, Thomas Anderson and Brenda Jenkins; great great grandmother, Betty Jean Turner; aunts, Destiny Anderson, Taliyah Turner and Kayla Mahaffey; uncles, Devion Anderson, Kevon Anderson, Jaysohn Goodlow Jr. and Manuel Rodriguez; and a host of great aunts, great uncles and cousins.

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Mr. Robert T. Anderson, III

September 29, 1964 – September 18, 2022

Service

Saturday, September 24, 2022

Family Visitation: 3:00 P.M.

Funeral Service: 4:00 P.M.

Held at

Woodfork AME Church

1011 Lipscomb Street

Shelbyville, Tennessee

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Interment

Holden Cemetery

Shelbyville, Tennessee

Thanks be to God for today we celebrate the life of Robert Anderson Maxwell. Born September 28, 1964, to James and Linda Maxwell in Shelbyville, Tennessee  He departed his life September 18, 2022 after an extended illness.

Robert was a graduate in the class of ’84 from Shelbyville Central High School.  He worked several years for Hyperion Seating until failing health issues.

He is preceded in death by his father, James Maxwell; grandparents, Robert and Ernestine Anderson, and Lillie Lee Maxwell; uncles, Larry, Robert and T.L. Anderson, Sam, Charles, George and Elvis ; and aunts, Nan, Clara Maxwell.

He leaves to cherish is his memory, his devoted and loving mother, Linda Maxwell; daughter, Kimberly Anderson; stepdaughters, Janova (Wallace) Duncan and Addricka O’Neal; three grandchildren, Jamarius Anderson, Kymanon Wright and Zyquarius Wright; loving sister, Aretha Anderson; brothers, Joseph (Tara) Maxwell and Calvin Maxwell; aunts, Martha Anderson, Annie Lou (Jimmy D.) Darden and Marcie Anderson; uncle, Bobby (Jackie) Anderson; and a host of cousins and friends.

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Mr. Roger Wayne Miller

July 26, 1950 – September 15, 2022

Services

Friday, September 23, 2022

Lie In State: 4:30 – 6:00 P.M.

Held at

Nelson & Sons Chapel Murfreesboro

448 East Burton Street

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Saturday, September 24, 2022

Family Visitation: 11:00 A.M.

Funeral Service: 12:00 Noon

Held at

First Baptist Church

738 East Castle Street

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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Interment

Johnson Road Cemetery

Christiana, Tennessee

Roger Wayne Miller, known as Me-Me, departed this life on September 15, 2022, at his home.  He was a loving husband, devoted brother and a wonderful father and grandfather.  He was born July 26, 1950, to the late Andrew and Della Miller in Christiana, Tennessee.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy Miller; and brothers, Bobby Miller and Billy Miller.

Roger attended Christiana Elementary school and soon after, joined the United States Navy where he received an Honorable Discharged for his duties.  After returning from the Navy, he became a self-made, sought out Masonry. He perfected this craft through years of traveling with different construction companies. 

Roger was a lifelong fan of the St. Louis Rams, which changed to Los Angeles Rams, but he stayed dedicated to his team.  You can always call Roger and ask about any football game, he would be able to tell you who was playing, who they were playing, what channel and who he THOUGHT was gonna win!

He loves spending time with his family and grandchildren, hanging with his brother Pop and never missed a 7:30 p.m. call with his sister Alline. At any given time, him and Kaye would be sitting on the porch waving and talking to everybody that drove or walked by. No matter what you called him either it be Roger, daddy, “Roger Miller”, granddaddy, granddaddy Roger, Uncle Roger or Me-Me he will be greatly missed and each and every memory cherished.

Roger Wayne Miller leaves to cherish his memories, his beautiful wife, Theresa Kaye McHenry Miller; devoted daughter, Anita McAdoo; son, Graylon “RJ” R.W. Miller; stepson, Cory McHenry; six grandchildren, Darius McAdoo, Brandi McAdoo, Ditez Windrow, Lacoria McHenry, Cortez McHenry and Ariana McHenry; 12 great grandchildren but 3 who tugged on his heart and could get whatever they wanted with just a sad look, Cash Ferguson, Koda McAdoo, Kalikah McAdoo; godchildren, Carl Harris, Camillia Harris and Jamal Ferguson; brothers, Andrew (Faye) Miller and James Miller; sisters, Alline Lanier and Carlice Knox; brother in law, football buddy and devoted friend, Jamie King; brothers in law, Anthony McCullough and Scott McCullough; sisters in law, Sandra King, Francine Sneed, Connie Verge and Robin Young; devoted niece, Revondia Crutchfield; special friends and family, Benita Ramsey, Latosha McClain McHenry, Raymond Pugh, Barry Daniels and Linda McHenry; and many other relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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