It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Less, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and friend whose love, laughter, and adventurous spirit touched countless lives. She was born in Braintree, Massachusetts, on June 21, 1962, and was a longtime resident of Lewisburg, Tennessee. Lisa died peacefully at home after a brief battle with cancer.

Lisa was the cherished daughter of Fred Less and Brigitte Less. She was a devoted sister to Freddy Less and his wife, Christine; Lorry Bruno; Richard Bruno; and Peter Less. Throughout her life, Lisa shared a special bond with her family and friends, always making time for the people she loved most.

Known for her quirky sense of humor, fierce independence, and adventurous spirit, Lisa lived life on her own terms. She brought laughter wherever she went and had a unique ability to make even ordinary moments memorable. Her strength, resilience, and determination inspired those around her, and her loving heart made everyone feel welcome and valued.

Lisa held wonderful memories of the years she spent working alongside her family at Montilio's Bakery in Braintree, Massachusetts. She was an avid crafter, creator, indoor plant enthusiast, cook, and baker. She especially enjoyed her church's monthly Heavenly Handcrafters gathering, hosted by her dear friend, Pat Dodd.

Lisa leaves behind a family who will forever cherish her memory, including her nephew, Peter Less, and his fiancée, Jenna, as well as her many nieces and nephews: Stevie Bruno and family, Rachel Bruno, Joseph Bruno and his fiancée, Paige Titus, Brittany Rinkowski and her husband, Paul, and Karl Less and his wife, Ruby.

She was a proud and loving great-aunt to Paulie Jr., Shelby Rae, and Ella Grace. Lisa also held a special place in her heart for all the children in her extended family, including Jennifer Cox, her husband Jeremy, and their daughters, Katherine and Heather. She was also especially close to her dear friend, Jennifer Luster, who was a significant part of Lisa's life.

One of Lisa's favorite traditions was her annual girls' trip with Jennifer, Jennifer, Katherine, and Heather, where they shared great food, laughter, and relaxation. Her favorite place to be was at the beach, sitting by the ocean and enjoying its peaceful beauty.

Lisa attended the Church of Christ at Millview in Franklin, Tennessee. Her beloved dogs, Doobie and Bluey, brought her immense joy and comfort, faithfully sleeping by her side through both health and illness.

As we remember Lisa, we also honor the memory of her beloved great-niece, Stella Rose, who passed before her. We find comfort in imagining their joyful reunion and the love they now share together.

While our hearts are broken by her loss, we are grateful for the many memories she leaves behind. Her laughter, stories, strength, and unwavering love for family and friends will continue to live on in all who knew her.

Lisa's presence will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Her legacy is one of love, independence, adventure, and a reminder to embrace life with courage, humor, and an open heart.

Forever loved, forever remembered.

Lawrence Funeral Home in Chapel Hill, Tennessee, will be honoring Lisa's final wishes. A memorial service date has yet to be determined.

Lisa's family and friends would also like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care provided by her longtime physician, Dr. Jean Tan and her staff in Franklin; her Vanderbilt oncologist, Dr. Natalie Spradlin; the compassionate team at Compassus Hospice; and her dear friend and caregiver, Barb Padovich.

LAWRENCE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATION SERVICES, 203 South Horton Pkwy, Chapel Hill, TN, (931) 364-2233, (www.lawrencefuneral.net) is in charge of arrangements.

Nicole Kole Leigh Carson, 41, passed away suddenly on October 7, 2026 at her home
in Smithville, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alice Langford, and
step-dad, James Parker. She leaves behind her wife, Taylor Carson; children, Anna,
Jakob, Stormy, and Lilly; dad, Vince (Sheena) Will; sister, Elizabeth (Buddy) Bain; and
several nieces and nephews.
On September 3, 2021, Kole met her soulmate, Tay - her missing puzzle piece. She
instantly became the happiest she had ever been, gaining everything she ever wanted
in a family. She became Stormy and Lilly's everything and stepped into the role of being
their mom, showing them love and so much more. Kole and Tay were soulmates, best
friends, and each others "person." The love they shared was one of a kind - that "better
together" kind of love. Kole was finally able to know true love.
Kole was a firecracker all the time but with Tay she was different. She was loving and
finally herself. Kole loved all kids, especially her own. Anna, Jakob, Stormy, and Lilly
were her babies, but she loved them along with everyone else's kids. She also loved
animals. She fostered so many for her small town of Smithville. Losing her will take a
big part of so many hearts, but knowing she is suffering no more will help ease the pain.
The family will hold services at a later date. If you attend, they are requesting people to
wear red in honor of Kole.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to assist with expenses.
Share memories and condolences at www.gentrysmithfuneralhome.com. Gentry-Smith
Funeral Home, 303 Murfreesboro Rd. Woodbury, TN 37190, 615-563-5337 Because
every life has a story”

Samuel M. Crank, age 80, passed away October 10, 2026 in Murfreesboro. He was born in Nashville and served in the United States Army. Samuel worked for International Paper Products and Johnson Control.

Samuel was preceded in death by his parents, Sam Harvey Crank and Ruby Mary Griffin Crank. He is survived by his wife, Angela Widener Crank; son, Samuel Nathan Crank; daughters, Sharon Sue Rose Dale, Amanda Violet Verge and Kimberly Anne Racardez-Rodriquez; son, Joshua Wayne Barlow; fifteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and three on the way.

Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 PM, Friday, October 16, 2026 at Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home.

Chapel service will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Jennings and Ayers with Rev. Jim Powers officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery with military honors.

Please leave online condolences for the family at www.jenningsandayers.com  Jennings and Ayers Funeral Home, 820 South Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN. 37130.  615-893-2422.

Mrs. Deborah McCord Kennerly, age 56, of Eagleville, TN, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 in Murfreesboro, TN.  She was born in Knoxville, TN to her parents, Jon Edmund McCord and Patricia Lois Patterson Vaughan. Deborah was a homemaker after retiring as a product manager for W. M. Barr Company.  She was a member of College Grove Church of Christ.   

Mrs. Deborah loved farm life and raising goats, chickens, and cats.  She had a passion for listening to 1980’s music.  Most of all, she loved her family and being involved in their activities.

Mrs. Kennerly is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, David Kennerly of Eagleville, TN; mother, Patricia (Larry) Vaughan of Knoxville, TN; father, Jon (Janice) McCord of Florence, AL; sister, Laura (Scott) Sensky of Eagleville, TN; brothers, Timothy McCord of Chicago, IL, Conrad (Shannon) Vaughan of Maryville, TN, Adam (Kelly) Vaughan of Knoxville, TN; several nieces and nephews.

Visitation with the family will be on Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 11 AM until 1 PM at Lawrence Funeral Home. The funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 1 PM from the Chapel of Lawrence Funeral Home with Bro. Ed Slayton officiating. Burial will follow in the Jordan-Williams Cemetery in Eagleville, TN.

Conrad Vaughan, Adam Vaughan, Timothy McCord, Destin Sensky, Dalton Sensky, and Mark Smith will serve as pallbearers.

Mrs. Mitzie White, age 70, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Murfreesboro, TN. She was born in Nashville, TN and was a daughter of the late Haskell Carr and Nancy Katherine Smith Carr. Mrs. Mitzie was a homemaker after retirement. She had worked for TN Building Products, Recom, and Alley-Cassetty Truck Center. She was a member of Patterson Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Hubert Carr, Richard Carr, Robert Carr, Oathel “Boots” Carr, Janie Maynard, and Zina “Tooter” Carr.

Mitzie found great joy in caring for, loving, and helping people in their daily life. She loved to go shopping for family and friends. Mitzie was a woman of strong faith. Most of all, she loved her family and spending time with them, especially her grandchildren.

Mrs. White is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Howard White, Jr. of Murfreesboro, TN; children, Howard “Bud” (Angelia) White of College Grove, TN, Kathy (Jeff) Lillard of Franklin, TN, Billy Williams of Nashville, TN; 6 grandchildren, Keith Williams, Hunter Lillard, Tyler Lillard, Wyatt Lillard, Luke Lillard, Emily Williams; 2 great grandchildren, Layia Williams, Ace Williams; sisters, Alice Hall of Murfreesboro, TN, and Maggie Hamm of Murfreesboro, TN .

Visitation with the family will be on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 1 PM until 3 PM at Lawrence Funeral Home. The graveside service will be conducted on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 4 PM at Triune Cemetery, 7906 Nolensville Road, Arrington, TN with Bro. Jamie Pratt officiating. Interment will follow in Triune Cemetery in Arrington, TN.

Family will serve as pallbearers.

Wanda Gay Edwards Humfeld, age 86, of the Rockdale-Fellowship Community, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026. Born in the Rockdale-Fellowship Community, she was the daughter of the late Hiram Epps Edwards, Sr. and Erlene Davis McPeak Edwards. Mrs. Humfeld was also preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth L. Humfeld; son, Michael Humfeld; brothers, Thomas Edwards, Bennie Lee Edwards, Hiram Epps “Junior” Edwards, Jr., and William Davis “Will Davis” Edwards; sisters, Pauline and Lorene Edwards, Edna E. Comer, and Juanita Edwards Burlason Johnson.

Mrs. Humfeld is survived by her daughter, Lynn Dillon of Ballwin, MO; brothers, Cecil Edwards and his wife Ernesteen of Mt. Juliet, TN and Leon Edwards of Pegram, TN; sisters, a twin sister, Gloria Mai Edwards Swanner, and Bobbie June Edwards Nabors both of Mt. Juliet, TN; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren, and three great-step grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation with the family will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Living Springs Baptist Church. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday following the visitation at Living Springs Baptist Church with Mike Powell and Bro. Ronnie Presley officiating. Burial will follow in the Lannom Cemetery with Sammy Edwards, DuWayne Kessler, Matthew Edwards, Timothy Edwards, Doug Griffin, Ricky Henley, and Chris Swanner serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronnie Edwards, Stephen Edwards, and Wayne Jones.

Mr. Nathan Kyle Nickel, age 40, of LaVergne, TN passed away Tuesday, October 6,
2026. He was born in Nashville, TN to Bob and Laurie Nickel. Nathan was an avid Star
Wars fan. He enjoyed anime, bushido, and gaming with his siblings. Nathan was a kid at
heart and continued his enthusiasm for Pokémon. He had a passion for animals and
volunteered at the Nashville Zoo and Humane Society. Nathan truly cared for others
before himself and was known to donate to others in need.

Nathan is survived by his parents, Bob and Laurie Nickel; grandmothers, Rose Gail
Anderson and Loudean Nickel; siblings, Ashley Danielle Sparkman and her husband
Will, Brandon Tyler Nickel, Kayla Rene Brown, Robert Andrew Nickel and his wife
Ayari, and Benjamin Preston Nickel and his wife Yasmine; nieces and nephews, William,
Elya, Serenity, Jay, Samuel, Andrew, Kai, Sora, and Daniel; aunts, Valarie Montgomery,
Monica Anderson, and Cathy Fox and her husband Brad; and a host of nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Andrew Jackson Anderson, Jr.
and Robert Eugene Nickel, and several feline companions.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at
heart.org or Steve Irwin’s Wildlife Warriors at wildlifewarriors.org.au.

Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, October 13, 2026 from 12:00noon until
1:00pm at Woodmont Hills Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held Tuesday,
October 13, 2026 at 1:00pm at Woodmont Hills Church of Christ. Burial will take place
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 2:00pm in Christ Church Cemetery.

An online guestbook is available for the family at www.woodfinchapel.com. Woodfin
Chapel, Smyrna (615) 459-3254.

David Lee Frazier, 90, of Woodbury, Tennessee went on to his reward on October 8, 2026. He was born in Dickson, Tennessee to the late Clyde and Georgia Talbert Frazier. Also preceding him in death were his brother, John C. (Doris) Frazier; sisters, Della (Nile) Young and Mary Lou Harrington; grandson, David Frazier; and brother-in-law, Virgil Young.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joyce Gehring Frazier of Woodbury; children, Lottie (Danny) Rogers of Readyville, John (RaNae) Frazier of Woodbury, and Chuck Frazier of Woodbury; sister, Virginia Grace Young of Woodbury; brother-in-law, Jesse Harrington of Lebanon; eight grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.

Visitation will be held at First Methodist Church in Woodbury from 10 am to 2 pm on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Funeral services will follow on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 2 pm in the First Methodist Church chapel. Pastor David Lilley will officiate. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Red Cross or First United Methodist Church of Woodbury. Those wishing to donate can bring or mail their donations to Gentry-Smith Funeral Home. Please make checks payable to the organization to which you are donating.

Donna Ann Perryman, age 82, of Chapel Hill, TN passed away October 9, 2026 in Nashville. Donna was born June 18, 1944 to the late James Middleton and Dorlene Luna Middleton Sargent. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Dan Perryman who passed in 2024, a sister, Dola Faye Ring in 2005, and a brother, Robert Middleton who passed in 2025. Donna was of the Methodist Faith. She was a retired employee for United Communications after 25+ years of service.

Donna was a caring, loving, and compassionate individual. Her love for others was often showered by her card ministry where she would send to many people. Donna was a graduate of the class 1962 at Marshall County High School. Donna was a Teacher Assistant at Forrest School for many years. She created a life of joy and laughter everywhere she went. Her character was that of a selfless woman. Her memory and legacy will be remembered for many generations to come, and she will be cherished as a Proverbs 31 virtuous lady.

Donna is survived by her sons, Tal (Kim) Perryman of Chapel Hill, TN, Mike (Michelle) Perryman of Chapel Hill, TN; 4 grandchildren, Jennifer Perryman (Tyler) Hall, Dustin (Brittany) Perryman, Connor (Emily) Perryman, Cameron Perryman; 3 great grandchildren, Kailey Carothers, Parker Perryman, and Harper Ann Hall; sisters, Judy Middleton Horton and Brenda Middleton (Sammy) Brewer; a brother, Marty Middleton.

A visitation with the Perryman family will be Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 11AM until 1PM. The Funeral service will be in the Chapel of Lawrence Funeral Home at 1PM. The Burial will follow at Swanson Cemetery in Chapel Hill where she will be laid to rest next to her loving husband.

In lieu of flowers, the family has invited you to write a card in honor of Mrs. Donna and bring it to the service where the letter will be presented and laid to rest with her.

Anna Pearl Smith, age 91 of Murfreesboro died Monday, September 14, 2026. She
was a native of Borger, Texas and was preceded in death by her husband, Earl
William Smith, her parents, Richard Thomas Roberts, Jessie Helen Williams.
Mrs. Smith was of the Southern Baptist faith, was a devoted wife, mother,
grandmother, great-grandmother.
She survived by her children, Pamela Jackson, and Richard Ray Smith; sister, Sue
Miller; grandchildren, Lori (Toby) Rashford, Kristen Julsgard, Michael (Dani)
Sheldon, Samantha (Weylin) Berryman; 10 Great-Grandchildren, 1 Great-great-
grandchild.
Private graveside service will be held in Texas at a later date. Woodfin Memorial
Chapel is in charge of cremation arrangements. www.woodfinchapel.com