JJ Sawyer, age 65, of Chapel Hill, TN passed away May 24, 2026, in Lewisburg. JJ was born November 21, 1960, to Daniel Clayton Sawyer and Musietta Lucas Sullivan, who survives. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Sawyer in 2017.

JJ was a man of many talents. He enjoyed the open roads and being able to travel all across the United States. He always said, “I get to enjoy the world through the eyes of the truck.” When not on the road, you could find JJ on the motorcycle riding the roads and enjoying life. He was a lover of racing as well.

JJ is survived by his 2 daughters, Jamie Gregg of Chapel Hill, TN; Aubree (Israel) Lopez of Bear Creek, TN; a son, Jason (Brittney) Gregg of Chapel Hill, TN; a brother, Rusty (Janice) Sawyer of Primm Springs, TN; 2 sisters, Kathy (Mike) Burlason – Lambert of Spring Hill, TN, Jaye Reed of Murfreesboro, TN; a stepmom, Joyce Reed of Murfreesboro, TN;  3 grandchildren, Michael Gregg, Jacob Gregg, and Jackson Gregg; and Billy (Brooke) Sawyer also survive.

There will be no public services at this time. Per the wishes of the family, he will be laid to rest at a later date.

Services are in care of Lawrence Funeral Home 203 S. Horton Pkwy Chapel Hill, TN. 37034. 931-364-2233 www.lawrencefuneral.net

Cathy Lynn Greene, age 67, of Chapel Hill, TN, passed away on May 21, 2026, in Franklin, TN. Born on March 8, 1959, in Leesburg, FL, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Ray Ponds and Lorraine Owens Ponds. Cathy is preceded in death by her husband, John Newton Greene who passed away in 2025.

Cathy enjoyed being around her family, especially her grandson Jett. You could find them sharing a unique bond with one another and having a care and compassion with each other. When not with her grandson, you could find her out at yard sales and finding items to spoil her grandson. One of her many enjoyments in life was traveling and going on vacation.

Cathy is survived by her son, Jeremy (Jessica Guthrie) Greene of Columbia, TN; grandchild, Jett Greene of Columbia, TN; and a brother, Dale Ponds of Woodruff, SC.

There will be no services per Cathy's request.

Services in care of Lawrence Funeral Home 203 S. Horton Pkwy Chapel Hill, TN. 37034. 931-364-2233 www.lawrencefuneral.net

Mrs. She-Ra Lyn Luna, age 41, of Columbia, TN passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026. She was a native of Santa Maria, CA. She-Ra loved spending time with her family especially her children. She loved all kinds of trucks from pick up trucks to big rigs and going fast, particularly on four-wheelers. She-Ra had a soft heart for animals taking in anything that wandered near her home. She cared for all kinds of strays from turtles to ducks.

She-Ra is survived by her husband, Jedediah Luna; children, Sophia Luna, Tatumn Luna, and Johanna Luna; father, John Chandler; and a host of siblings including, Johnathan Chandler, Aaron Greg, and Alex Chandler.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Heather Jean Gertz Witcher, age 38 of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026. Born in Farmington, CT, she was the daughter of Linda Jean Camara Gertz of Meriden, CT, and the late Kenneth Donald Gertz, Jr. Heather was also preceded in death by her husband, Clint Jared Witcher and a brother, Kenneth Donald Gertz, III.

Heather is survived by her daughter, Ryleigh Jean of Manchester, CT; son, Matthew Jean of Manchester, CT; mother, Linda Jean Camara Gertz of Meriden, CT; sister Courtney Mingrino and her husband Daniel of Cheshire, CT; brothers, Anthony Martorelli, III and his wife Dawn of Meriden, CT, and Kyle Gertz of Cromwell, CT; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at a later date at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

An online guestbook for the Witcher family is available at www.woodfinchapel.com.

Ofelia Vergel De Dios Roberts, age 63 of Smyrna, TN, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026. Born in Angat Bulacan, Philippines, she was the daughter of the late Ildefonso Vergel De Dios, Sr. and Corazon Dolores Vergel De Dios. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Rodel and Benedict Vergel De Dios, sister, Irma Razon, and a grandchild, Niyalee.

Mrs. Roberts is survived by her husband, Curtis Dean Roberts, Sr.; son, Joseph (Andrea) Jandrokovic of Murfreesboro, TN; daughter, Colleen Frances Delaney of Smyrna, TN; eight grandchildren, Serenity, Elvera, Jason, Bryson, Lyrix, Jasmine, Joslyn and Andrew; one great-grandchild; Everleigh Ofelia; brother, Ildefonso Vergel De Dios, Jr. of Angat Bulacan, Philippines; sisters, Leny Vergel De Dios of Smyrna, TN, and Dolly Coffman of Smyrna, TN; stepchildren, Angela (Lloyd) Morris of Smyrna, TN, Curtis (Kelli) Roberts, Jr. of Smyrna, TN, and Joey Roberts of Nashville, TN; step-grandchildren, Carson, Peyton, Owen, Aliya, Jaxon, and Carter.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, April 10, 2026, at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna with a Rosary at 7:00 PM. The funeral mass will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 11, 2026, at St. Luke Catholic Church with Father Phillip Halladay officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery with family serving as pallbearers.

Mrs. Roberts was a Processing Tech with DCI Donor Services, and a member of St. Luke Catholic Church in Smyrna.

An online guestbook for the Roberts is available at www.woodfinchapel.com.

Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna. (615) 459-3254.

James Robert Whitley, age 90 of LaVergne, TN, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. A native of Davidson, County, TN, he was the son of the late Thomas C. Whitley and Louella Seat Whitley. Mr. Whitley was also preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Annie Pauline “Polly” Knox Whitley, grandson-in-law, Gary Cumberland, and several brothers and sisters.

Mr. Whitley is survived by his son, Robert Paul Whitley and his wife Sharon Evonne Whitley of Smyrna, TN; grandchildren, Elizabeth “Liz” Cumberland and Ashley (Erik) Tomlinson both of Murfreesboro and Paul Randall (Nina) Whitley of Smyrna, TN; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Elizabeth, Ava, Reece, Easton, Luke, and Annie; niece, Donna Cox; nephews, Don Whitley and Alex Whitley.

Visitation with the family will be held Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna with Rev. Ronnie Presley officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens with family and friends serving as pallbearers.

An online guestbook for the Whitley family is available at www.woodfinchapel.com.

Woodin Chapel, Smyrna. (615) 459-3254.