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12/31/18 — Jimmy “Dutchman” Stewart
Jimmy “Dutchman” Stewart of Normandy passed this life on Thursday,
December
27, 2018 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville at the age of 85 years.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Monday, December 31, 2018 at 2 PM at
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home with burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery.
The
family will receive visitors beginning at 12 PM.
Jimmy was the son of the late Luther and Louella Tankersley Stewart. He
enjoyed talking on his CD radio and was known as the Dutchman. He also
enjoyed working on cars.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Thomas Lee
Stewart and sister, Helen Burnett.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Lemmons Stewart of Normandy; sons,
Jimmy Stewart Jr of Tullahoma, Daniel Stewart and his wife, Linda of
Winchester, David and Phillip Stewart, both of Tullahoma and Tom Stewart
and his wife, Lorina of Lynchburg; daughter, Sherry Stewart Saunders of
Wartrace; seventeen grandchildren and twenty two great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the
Tullahoma Animal Shelter, 942 Maplewood Avenue, Tullahoma, TN 37388
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
12/27/18 — Birthdays
Birthdays:
Britney Rogers, 29 — Pizza Winner!
Andrew Lane, 22
Amy Woods, 45
Carolyn Brown
Luke Simpson
Fallen Tree Slows Traffic in Manchester
Photo provided by Manchester Police
Manchester Police reported late Thursday morning that a tree had fallen onto Hwy 41 south. Apparently strong winds pushed the tree over. The large tree was located at the top of the ramp at exit 114 westbound. With the tree on the roadway and on top of the power line and traffic light, travel became a problem on Hwy 41 from the Quality Inn going all the way back to nearly Al White Motors and back toward Hillsboro in the opposite direction. Police were only able to allow one lane open in each direction until the tree was removed and traffic started to flow normally.
Another Animal Cruelty Case in Grundy County
Felisha Layne
Grundy County deputies said they arrived at the Gruetli-Laager home over the weekend, they found several dogs in poor and malnourished condition.
The owner, 28-year-old Felisha Layne, couldn’t provide the deputies with any proof she had been feeding and watering her dogs, according to the sheriff’s department.
Layne was arrested and charged with animal cruelty. The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office says this is the third animal abuse arrest in five days.
Grundy County Sheriff Clint Shrum even took to Facebook Live on the office’s Facebook page to discuss the arrests.
Interested in fostering any of the dogs? Contact Captain Josh King at the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office, 931-692-3466.
Regular Exercise Could Be Key to “Younger Brains”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests 150 minutes of moderate endurance activity every week. This can include walking, swimming or cycling. (@kirill4mula/Twenty20)
A report published this year in the journal Neurology examined multiple studies linking regular exercise to better cognitive skills in older adults at risk for dementia. In a six-month period, participants who did 35 minutes of aerobic exercise daily showed significant improvement in planning, problem-solving and decision-making.
State director of AARP Tennessee, Rebecca Kelly, said it should encourage people of all ages to stick to their fitness resolutions.
“New Year’s resolutions are great. I think the trick is to not set yourself up for failure,” Kelly said. “I also think the more normal you can make that routine, and the simpler, the longer you’re going to be able to do it.”
Getting healthy is at the top of the New Year’s resolution list, according to Google. But for older Tennesseeans, it could be key to preventing brain aging and keeping mild cognitive impairment – a precursor of dementia – at bay.
The study found just 52-hours of low-impact exercise throughout the year improved a person’s cognitive test scores to the equivalent of reversing nearly nine years of aging – and that’s with less than one hour of exercise per week.
While the benefits of being active outweigh the risks of living a sedentary lifestyle, over-exercising can also pose some dangers. Kelly said it doesn’t have to be complicated.
“You can keep it simple. Plan ahead, know what your day is going to look like,” she said. “Try to add in some healthy meals if you know you’re going to have a really unhealthy meal. Try to continue to drink water throughout the day, and as often as you can – and then, just move more than you moved yesterday.”
Experts suggest that before seniors start any new fitness program, they check with their doctor to make sure they’re aware of any limitations. For more tips on being active and eating healthier, visit AARP.org.
Beware of End of Year Scams
Kind-hearted Tennesseans will turn to charitable organizations this year to help make a positive impact for those who are less fortunate. Unfortunately, charity scammers will use the end of-year giving surge and take advantage to consumers’ generosity. To help consumers avoid charity scams, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is advising consumers to always research charitable organizations before opening their wallets or entering personal information online.
“The holiday and end of year season is a great opportunity to donate to legitimate charitable organizations in order to give back to the community,” said TDCI Commissioner Julie Mix McPeak. “When making a donation, we advise consumers to always practice due diligence in order to ensure the money will be going to the intended organization, not a scammer.”
The Division of Consumer Affairs offers the following tips to help consumers avoid scammers. Remember:
• Always research the charity or organization before giving money.
• Ensure that the charity is registered with the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Office.
• Conduct an online search of the organization name.
• Check with the BBB’s Wise Giving Alliance at give.org to see charity reports.
• Find out how much of your donation will go for the charitable purpose and how much will go toward the charity’s administrative costs.
• Don’t rush. Request information be sent to you. Consider your options carefully. Get all the information about an organization before you give.
• If an organization is soliciting donations over the phone or via the Internet or social media and you did not initiate contact, do not give your personal or financial information until you are able to do research.
• Be cautious of lookalike websites. Fraudulent websites often ask for personal or financial information over an unsecure connection or may download harmful malware into your computer. Look for a padlock symbol or “https” before the web address indicating that it is secure.
• Don’t assume that charity recommendations on social media platforms have already been vetted. Research the charity yourself.
• Check labeling on donation bins indicating the intentions for the donations and information about the charity. You can review required information for professional solicitors, non-profit, and for-profit organizations here.
• Raffles are considered charitable gaming events and must be registered with the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Office. Find out who qualifies to hold a raffle and search registered events here.
• If you’ve witnessed deceptive or misleading fundraising activity, you can file a complaint with the Tennessee Secretary of State’s Office.
To learn more about being a savvy consumer, visit tn.gov/consumer.
12/27/18 — Christopher Lee Duke
Funeral services for Mr. Christopher Lee Duke, age 43, of Manchester, TN, will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Thursday, December 27, 2018, at Coffee County Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home. Mr. Duke passed from this life suddenly on Saturday, December 22, 2018, at Unity Medical Center in Manchester, TN.
Chris was born in Tullahoma, TN to Richard and Wendy Duke. He loved fishing, riding his motorcycle, boat, and 4-wheeler. Chris was a very hard worker and an avid sports fan. He especially loved Tennessee Vols football. He was a loving son and brother. Chris is survived by his parents, Richard and Wendy; one brother, Len Duke; and a host of family and friends.
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Duke family.
12/28/18 — Ruth Louise Brewer
Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth Louise Brewer, age 78, of Manchester, TN, will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Friday, December 28, 2018, at Coffee County Funeral Chapel with Bro. Earl Cairns officiating. Burial will follow in Fredonia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home. Mrs. Brewer passed from this life on Tuesday, December 25, 2018, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Ruth was born on November 16, 1940, in Higden, Arkansas to the late George and Essie Cullum. Her mother passed away at a young age, and her family moved to South Haven, Michigan. Ruth went to South Haven High School. She married Bill Brewer at the age of 18, and they were married for 43 years until his passing in 2001. Ruth worked in home health until she had to retire in 2015 due to cancer. In her younger days she loved camping, roller skating, riding boats, and hiking. She was a member of Boynton Valley Baptist Church in Manchester, TN.
In addition to her parents, Ruth is also preceded in death by her loving husband, William “Bill” Brewer; one son, Billy Brewer; one daughter-in-law, Sara Brewer; one granddaughter, Ashley Brewer; one brother, Ervin Cullum; one sister, Opal Cullum. She is survived by her son, Terry Brewer; daughter, Sherri McCoullough (Jerry); three sisters, Billie Fife, Mary Johnson, and Pauline Stainbrook; three grandchildren, Shani McCoullough, Alisha McCoullough, and William Brewer
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Brewer family.
12/29/18 — Dorothy Ann Gold Moore
Dorothy Ann Gold Moore (87) passed away on Christmas night, December 25, 2018. The oldest child of the late John David Gold, Sr. and the late Maymie Wilson Gold, she was born in Scottsboro, AL on June 8, 1931. Dottie was married to Gordon V. Moore for 45 years until his death in 1992. She and Gordon moved from Alabama to Manchester in 1955. She was a retired counselor at the Inman Group Home and a member of Main Street Church of Christ. She was a graduate of Jackson County High School, Motlow State Community College, and Middle Tennessee State University. She was a past president of the Manchester Jaycettes, a former Sunday School teacher, a member of the Forest Heights Study Club, as well as several other social clubs. She is survived by a daughter, Rachel M. West of Nashville; two sons, Thomas D. (Beth) Moore of Brentwood and Kenneth G. (Tina) Moore of Franklin; sister, Frances G. (Ray) Powers of Manchester; sister-in-law, Janet G. Davis of Manchester; four grandchildren, Lauren (Dale) Smith of Franklin, Allison West of Austin, TX, Sarah Moore of Franklin, and David Moore of Franklin; and one great grandchild, Henley Johnson of Franklin. She was preceded in death by a brother, John David Gold, Jr. Visitation will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, December 29, 2018, at Manchester Funeral Home with funeral services at 3 PM. Alan Adams will officiate with interment at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens.
MANCHESTER FUNERAL HOME IS HONORED TO SERVE THE MOORE FAMILY
1/3/19 — Samuel Lee Pace
Samuel Lee Pace of Tullahoma, passed this life on Saturday, December 22,
2018 at his residence at the age of 46 years. Memorial Services will be
conducted on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at 5 PM at Daves-Culbertson Funeral
Home. The family will receive friends beginning at 4 PM.
A native of Florence, AL, he was the son of the late Jack and Sally Syler
Pace. He enjoyed playing Disk Golf and Horseshoes, watching NASCAR racing
and fishing. He was an avid University of Alabama football fan. His
favorite times were spent with his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Jack Pace
Jr.
Mr. Pace is survived by his wife, Toni Winebrenner Pace of Tullahoma; sons,
Bradley Layman of Manchester, Samuel Pace Jr of Tullahoma and Dylon
Winebrenner of Winchester; daughters, Angela “Kaile” Pace of Tullahoma
and
Caitlyn Winebrenner of Winchester; brothers, Danny Pace of FL and James
Pace of Winchester; sister, Christy Lewis of Chattanooga and grandchildren,
Cynthia Layman, Kacyn Armstrong, Kyler Pace, Hunter, Maysin and Waylon
Winebrenner and two on the way.
In Lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to be made
in his honor to Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home.