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Stanley David Pierce
Stanley David Pierce, 62, of Lynchburg went home to be with our Lord and Savior on September 15, 2021. He was the most loving and dedicated husband, daddy, papa, son, brother, uncle, and friend. The void he leaves behind is one that will never be filled.
Stanley is survived by his wife of 38 years, Pam Pierce; his daughter, Erin Pierce Hill (Jonny Hill); his two grandchildren, Emmeree and Beckham Greenway; and his sister, Pam Noles (Bill Noles). He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Glen and Ann Pierce; his brothers, Randy and Richie Pierce; and his granddaughter Lois Blake Hill.
Stanley was born on February 7, 1959 to Glen and Ann Pierce. He graduated from Moore County High School with the class of 1977. He went to work for Lynchburg Stone for years, and then on to Rogers Group. He recently retired from Rogers Group on July 2, 2021. On June 30, 1983 he married the love of his life and together they had their one and only, his little “Peewee”.
Stanley loved his wife, and loved nothing more than to pick and aggravate her. He knew and appreciated her devotion to him every single day. He nicknamed his daughter, Erin, “Peewee” and they were quickly a duo you would rarely see separated. He has two grandchildren that he was just crazy over. Nothing brought him more joy than being a Daddy and Papa. It was not a job he took lightly. He reprimanded when it was necessary, but his love for them was so evident in the way they hung on his every word. He could not talk about any of them without the biggest smile on his face. He was so, so proud. Stanley was the life of the party. There was not ever a room he walked in that didn’t light up. He loved to tell jokes, and was well known for making light of any situation. He never met a stranger, and if he did, he learned them very quickly. He loved to sit and listen to it rain. He loved tending to his cows, and outside of being at home with his family, the hayfield was his favorite place to be. He has spent countless days and years making rows in a hayfield. He knew the value of a dollar, and worked hard for everything he had. He made sure his family never wanted for anything. He would have given anyone the shirt off of his back. He loved Jesus. He was strong. He was honest. He was loving. He was a giver. He was devoted. He was always early. He was the kind they just don’t make anymore, and above all, he was a man’s man. He touched so many people, who will never forget him. His legacy is one that will live on until the last day.
A visitation service will be held Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 9am-12pm with a funeral service immediately following at 12pm. Brother Mike Awalt will officiate. Flowers, donations, and condolences may be offered at Lynchburg Funeral Home.
For online guest registry please visit, www.lynchburgfuneralhome.comLYNCHBURG FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
VOLLEYBALL: Lady Raiders remain unbeaten in district play
When Coffee County Central’s volleyball team played Franklin County in Winchester back on Aug. 31, it was a 5-set marathon that lasted two-hours and required a strong comeback by the Lady Raiders to escape with a win.
The Lady Raiders made sure it was much simpler Thursday in Manchester. CHS put a beating on the visiting Rebelettes, winning 25-17, 26-24 and 25-18 for a clean 3-0 sweep.
Franklin County nearly pulled out a win in the second set, taking a 24-20 lead. But Anna Johnson got hot at the service line and the Lady Raiders rattled off 6 straight points to take the set and eventually the match.
Coffee County spread around the production all night. Lauren Brandt led the team with 7 kills and she added a pair of service aces. She added six assists.
Kiya Ferrell had 5 kills and Anna Johnson, Camry Moss and Gialejandra Perez all tacked on four kills.
Ferrell’s 5 kills added to her school record. Over the weekend Ferrell surpassed the school record and is now the all-time kills leader for Lady Raider volleyball with over 700 for her career. On Thursday, she led the team in assists with 17 and she turned in a team-leading performance with 5 digs.
The win keeps CHS unbeaten in district play and improves the Lady Raiders to 12-8 overall. They will host the Southern Slam this weekend before closing the regular season with four straight road matches.
FOOTBALL: Coffee Middle blows past Baylor
Coffee Middle went on the road and made quick work of Baylor Thursday, coming back home with a dominating 33-0 win.
Kaiden Martin scored the first two touchdowns and added extra points for the Raiders. Deontae Short added a score with an interception return for a touchdown from 40 yards out and the Raiders led 21-0 at the half.
Leiton Yancer added a 10-yard touchdown run in the third quarter and Martin broke free for a 55-yard scoring rumble in the fourth.
The win improves the Raiders to 4-0 on the year.
SOCCER: Westwood rolls to 6-1 win over Webb
Westwood’s soccer Lady Rockets handled business Thursday, getting goals from six different players in a 6-1 rout of the Webb Feet.
Scoring for Westwood was Jenny Sanchez, Abigail Bellamy, Carmen Barrett, Bailey Barsenas, Keira McInturff, and Evelyn Basurto. Barrett and Barsenas each added an assist.
Anna Rutowski was solid in goal with two saves for WMS.
The win makes Westwood 6-1 on the season.
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Nathan J. Smith
Nathan J. Smith of Fayetteville passed this life on Tuesday, September 14,
2021 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center at the age of 64. Mr. Smith was
a former resident of Tullahoma. No services are scheduled.
He was a member of the Church of Christ. He enjoyed watching old sitcoms
on TV, collecting Coca Cola items and model cars and going for rides.
Mr. Smith is survived by friends, William Kimzey of Lynchburg and Tom Blair
of Fayetteville.
Online condolences may be made at www.davesculbertsonfuneralhome.com.
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Search continues for Shelbyville murder suspect; $2500 reward offered
Area police continue to search for Horatio Lewis Rice, alleging he was involved in the shooting death of a 14-year old Shelbyville teenager Monday night.
According to Shelbyville Police Department, a 14-year old teenager was shot and killed in the parking lot of Duck River Laundry shortly after 9 p.m. Monday night.
Using surveillance video, Shelbyville police have identified the shooter as Rice.
The victim has been identified as Israel Diego Pascual, a freshman student at Shelbyville Central High School. He was shot to death sitting in his brothers car outside the laundry mat. Police have charged Rice with first degree murder of Pascual, and attempted first degree murder of Pascual’s 22-year old brother Adolfo Sebastian-Pascual. Police say there is no evidence the brothers knew Rice and no evidence that conflict occurred before the shooting. Rice is also wanted felon in possession of a weapon.
Tiffany Taylor (AKA Tiffany Rice) is believed to be traveling with Horatio Rice and is a person of interest.
Shelbyville police continue investigating and are encouraging anyone with any information about this to contact detective Lieutenant Charles Merlo at 931-684-5811. A $2,500 reward is being offered for information leading to the capture of Rice. Rice has been added as a TBI Most Wanted Fugitive and is considered armed and dangerous.
MPD receives reports of local phone scams
Manchester Police Department has received complaints of a phone scam hitting the area yet again.
According to police, the intended victim was advised that they were involved in a civil matter. The caller advised the intended victim that they could send money to them and that would then withdraw federal warrants that had been issued.
Police advise that this is not how warrant service works. Additionally, no law enforcement agencies will request funds over the phone in relief of criminal charges.
Coffee County Fair begins Saturday
A week full of fun, carnival rides, entertainment and all the cotton candy you can imagine begins on Saturday.
The annual Coffee County Fair begins Saturday with pageants, baby and toddler shows kicking off the weekend.
Rides and full exhibits will be operational by Monday, Sept. 20. Click here to see the fair book and a look at the schedule for the week.
Coffee County Out of the Darkness Suicide Awareness walk is Saturday
The first-ever Coffee County Out of the Darkness Walk to bring awareness to suicide, will be held this Saturday, Sept. 18 at Rotary Park in Manchester.
Over 300 registered walkers and over 35 teams are scheduled to be on hand. There will be vendors on hand and the event program will begin at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to participate.
