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Christopher Joseph Patterson
Christopher Joseph Patterson, age 42, a McMinnville, TN resident and Cannon County, TN native was born July 5, 1978 and passed October 16, 2020 following a sudden illness.

He was a Captain with the Manchester Police Department, a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church, and the son of Rob and Jackie Patterson of McMinnville, TN. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Sam & Dorothy Sprovero and paternal grandparents, Robert and Marion Patterson, Sr.
Mr. Patterson was married March 5, 1999 to Veronica Patterson of McMinnville, TN. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by two children, Alli and Jax Patterson of McMinnville, TN; brother and sister-in-law, Robby and Sony Patterson of McMinnville, TN; sister, Kathy Patterson of Knoxville, TN; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jackie and Katie Matheny of McMinnville, TN; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jackie and Candace Matheny, Jr. of McMinnville, TN and Bryan and Lindsey Matheny of McMinnville, TN. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 2020 in High’s Chapel with Chief Mark Yother, Assistant Chief Adam Floied, and Jackie Matheny officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. View Cemetery in McMinnville, TN. Visitation will be Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at High’s.
Memorial donations may be made to Gideon Living Memorial Bible Plan c/o High’s.
Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com
High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Birthdays- October 19
Kenny Brown- 51
Greenlee Woods- 15- Pizza Winner!
Scott Hansert
Jim Shemwell
James Spry- 69
James “Mickey Jim” Crosslin
Funeral services for Mr. James “Mickey Jim” Crosslin, age 76, of Columbia, TN, will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at First Baptist Church in Manchester, TN. Burial will follow in Long Cemetery in Van Buren County, TN. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until the time of service at the church. Mr. Crosslin passed from this life on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, TN.
James was born in Coffee County, TN, on July 15, 1944, the son of the late Hollis and Clara Crosslin. He was a United States Air Force Veteran, and a partner at Totalgraphics. James was a long time member of the First Baptist Church in Manchester, and he was a current member of Station Hill Church in Spring Hill, TN. James graduated from Coffee County High School in 1962. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.
In addition to his parents, James is also preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and Billy Crosslin. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Janie Crosslin; two daughters, Michelle Kitchen (Travis) and Susan Rogers (Chris); one brother, Ray Crosslin (Rosie); five grandchildren, Truitt, McCartney “Mac”, Everleigh, Emma, and Lillie; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to The Building Fund or a ministry of First Baptist Church of Manchester, or Hope for the World Mission at Station Hill Church in Spring Hill.
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Crosslin family.
Birthdays- October 18
Birthdays:
Lia Parsley- Pizza Winner!
Heather Reid
Summer Morgan
Anniversaries:
Ashley & Sean Osmundsen
Judy Katherine Nelson
Judy Katherine Nelson of Tullahoma passed this life on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at her home, surrounded by family at the age of 77. Mrs. Nelson was born in Erlanger, KY to the late Herman and Florida Lou Parks Hogue. During her life, Judy worked as a purchasing agent for Wilson Sporting Goods, was a former member of Lincoln Heights Baptist Church, and loved golfing, gardening, and all things involving nature. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Nelson; and one son, Dwight Nelson. Mrs. Nelson is survived by two daughters, Alicia Bernarding and her husband Trevin, and Stacy Brotherton and her husband Bill; six grandchildren, Bridget, Breanna, Brooklyn, Bret, Katie, and Will; one sister, Mary Jane Christopher; and two brothers, Merrill Hogue, and Jim Hogue and his wife Diane. A graveside service for Mrs. Nelson will be held on Wednesday, October 21st at 1:00pm at Rose Hill Memorial Garden. For those who wish, the family asks that donations in lieu of flowers be made to either the Lung Cancer Foundation of America- 15 S. Franklin St. New Ulm, MN 56073; or the Alzheimer’s Association- 4825 Trousdale Dr. Suite 220 Nashville, TN 37220.
Kilgore Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Linda Jean McKinney
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Linda Jean McKinney
who passed away October 11th at the age of 74. She was born June 13th, 1946
in Mt Vernon, Kentucky to the late George and Jessie (Bostic) Johnson.
Linda was married to her beloved husband James McKinney. They were high
school sweethearts, both attending duPont Manual in Louisville. They were
separated for a long period of time and were reunited and married for 26
years, he was the love of her life.
Better known as Mimi by those who knew and loved her, she was full of life
with an infectious smile and loved all types of people and had many friends
from all walks of life. Linda had a passion for reading and loved to play
cards (Molly) and board games. She was an excellent homemaker; and enjoyed
canning, sewing and cooking.
Some of her best days were spent at the lake fishing or on vacation walking
along the beach.
For many years she worked at Church Hill Downs in the Derby Café. After
leaving Kentucky she began a new life and retired to Manchester, TN with
her husband where they enjoyed the quiet and simple life of rural living.
She is survived by her husband James McKinney, children Tina McKinney
(Christopher), Michael George, grandchildren April Case, Hallie Whitehead
and Jay Bynum , sister Elven Griffin Kellar, a host of nieces , nephews and
friends all of whom she loved and touched dearly.
Predeceased by children Tony Helm and J.D George, sisters Mable Reppert
Burdette and Bobbie Davenport, and brothers Jr. (June Bug) Johnson, James
Johnson and Lester Mullins.
A celebration of life service will be held in Glasgow, KY at a future date.
Please visit our website at www.davesculbertsonfuneralhome.com to leave
online condolences. Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home is in charge of
arrangements.
Robert Danley Vaughn
Robert Danley Vaughn, age 74 of Fayetteville, Tennessee passed away October 15, 2020 at the Donaldson Care Center.
He was born November 22, 1945 in Dothen, Alabama to the late Ruth Scott (mother) and David Vaughn (father). He worked as a truck driver for nearly 20 years until he retired and became a full-time fan of the Alabama football team.
He is survived by his sister, Ann Fountain, his son, Robert Danley Vaughn II, 4 granddaughters, and 1 great-grandson, along with several friends he met along the way that he considered family.
Due to the unfortunate circumstances of COVID-19, the family is not able to hold an in person service at Robert’s home church at First Baptist, but instead asks that people will continue to remember this faithful servant of God in their thoughts and prayers.
For online guest registry please visit, www.lynchburgfuneralhome.com
LYNCHBURG FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
Gerald “Jerry” James Fox
Mr. Gerald “Jerry” James Fox, age 82, of Hillsboro, passed suddenly from this life on Thursday, October 15, 2020, at his residence. Jerry was born in Hawkrun, PA on March 13, 1938, the son of the late Paul and Helen Fox. He was a retired United States Air Force Veteran, serving for 28 years. Jerry enjoyed going hunting, fishing, and camping with his kids. He was a handyman that could fix anything given to him. Jerry was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Jerry is also preceded in death by one sister, Gail Harvey. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Janet Fox; one son, AJ Fox (Kendra Tosh); one daughter, Renee Fox; two grandsons, Braxton and Brantley Fox.
Manchester Funeral Home is honored to serve the Fox family.
Ray Jones
Funeral services for Mr. Ray Jones, age 80, of Manchester, will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at Coffee County Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Ragsdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the funeral home on Monday, October 19, 2020. Mr. Jones passed from this life on Friday, October 16, 2020, at Tennova Healthcare – Harton in Tullahoma, TN.
Ray was born in Coffee County on September 10, 1940, the son of the late Homer and Birdie Jones. Ray loved spending time outside, tending to his garden, taking long walks, and enjoying his coffee while doing word searches. Most importantly to Ray was his family. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Ray is also preceded in death by five brothers, R.L., Glaudus, Roy, Leighton, and Jimmy Jones. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lisa Jones; three sons, Dwayne Jones, Bobby Jones, and Jason Jones; three daughters, Karen Jones, Misty Spaulding, and Tammy Jones; one sister, Josie Baker (Meredith); thirteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Lavon Blaine Jernigan
Funeral services for Mr. Lavon Blaine Jernigan, age 58, of Manchester will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at Manchester Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at the funeral home. Mr. Jernigan passed from this life surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 17, 2020.
Lavon was born in Manchester on August 22, 1962, the son of Jerry and Sarah Jernigan. He loved to watch Atlanta Braves baseball and UT football games. He was a loving son, father, and grandfather.
Lavon is preceded in death by one brother, Gary Jernigan. He is survived by his parents, Jerry and Sarah Jernigan; two sons, Chris and Austin Jernigan; one brother, Steve Jernigan; one granddaughter, Stella.
Manchester Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jernigan family.