Obituaries
Charles Jeffrey “Jeff” Enis
Enis, Charles Jeffrey “Jeff,” passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021, after a heroic, life-long battle against depression. He was born November 20, 1968, to Charley and Joyce Enis of Manchester, who survive him. He was a 1987 graduate of Coffee County Central High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Maintenance from Middle Tennessee State University in 1991. He worked as an aircraft mechanic for five years. He then earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Tennessee-Memphis in 2002. He worked at Huntsville Hospita in Huntsville, AL, for two years and at Walgreens in Manchester for 13 years. He was currently employed at McMinnville Drug Center in McMinnville, TN.
Jeff was an intelligent man and had many certifications and accomplishments, but his greatest attributes were his generosity, servant’s heart, and love for his family and friends. He loved resolving his pharmacy patients’ medication and insurance problems for them. Jeff often paid for people’s prescriptions out of his own pocket when he knew they couldn’t afford it. Jesus is his Lord and Savior, and Jeff was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, where he attended with his family. He loved children and served in children’s ministry for several years, ministering to them with a sense of fun and a listening ear. He was a thoughtful and loving husband and a fun and doting dad to his children. He cherished time with his family, and loved watching his babies grow into teenagers. He was exceptionally proud of them. He was simply an exceptional man.
In addition to his parents, Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Donna Baskin Enis, and his children, Garrett and Lila of Manchester; sister, Jennifer and brother-in-law Bobby Todd, also of Manchester; sister, Angela and brother-in-law Rex Gilley of Virginia Beach, VA; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Bonny Baskin and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Buck and Ginelle Baskin, all of Manchester; maternal aunts and uncles, Brenda and Tommy Pennington of Tupelo, MS, and Elizabeth Umfress of Vestavia Hill, AL; paternal aunt and uncle Norma and Paul von Doehren of Elk Grove Village, IL; niece Jessica Gilley, and nephews Nathan and Jadon Todd and Owen and Luke Baskin; life-long friends Scott Swinney and Mike Martin, both of Manchester; and a host of friends and church family.
A celebration of Jeff’s life will be scheduled for a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Jeff’s memory to The Gideons International or Southern Baptist Disaster Relief.
We, the family, would like to express our sincere gratitude to the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department and the pastoral staff at Trinity Baptist Church. You made extraordinary efforts and provided us support and kindness at a very difficult time.
May God bless you during this difficult time.
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Judith “Judy” Nell Brown Miller
Judith “Judy” Nell Brown Miller was born in McMinnville, Tennessee on July 17, 1954, to the late Helen and Harold Mead Brown. Judy grew up on her family’s centennial dairy farm in Hillsboro, Tennessee, riding horses and ponies with her brothers and many cousins, enjoyed performing in the color guard in high school, and met Sam, her husband of over 45 years, while she was pursuing her degree in elementary education at MTSU. After completing her degree, the two were married and had many adventures with their two daughters while stationed at various Marine Corps bases. Judy taught elementary school, substituted and was a room mother, and also taught piano lessons out of their home. She loved music, gardening, cooking, and cross stitching. Judy was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1985 and was active in the National MS Society for decades, as both an advocate and a mentor to newly diagnosed MS patients. When Sam retired from the Marines, the family settled on land that was part of the original Brown farm, and Judy renewed her passions for teaching piano lessons and serving as her Church Historian. Judy was a born teacher and had a lifelong mutual adoration with every child she met. The children of her nieces and nephews and her own beloved grandchildren gave her so much joy.
In addition to her parents, Judy is preceded in death by her brother, Tom Brown. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Sam Miller; 2 wonderful daughters, Juli Miller, and Katie Visbal and her husband, Andy; 2 wonderful grandchildren, Ruthie and Mateo Visbal; brothers, George Brown and his wife, June, and Bobby Brown and his wife, Denise; sister-in-law, Becky Brown; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.
Judy passed away on Saturday August 28, 2021, at the age of 67 at home across from her mountain, with her family.
Graveside services will be conducted on Monday, August 30, 2021, at 11 AM in the Hillsboro United Methodist Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the National MS Society. https://secure.nationalmssociety.org/site/Donation2?df_id=55995&55995.donation=form1
Ronald Marcus “Ronnie” West
Mr. Ronald Marcus “Ronnie” West, age 74, passed
away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at TriStar Stone Crest Medical Center.
Mr. West was born September 22, 1946 to the late Garland O. West & Alta
Rogalle Taylor. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a
daughter, Penny West Lee. Ronnie enjoyed his work and had many different
occupations throughout his life including farmer, mechanic, heavy equipment
operator, with the most of his working years spent as a truck driver. His
farming led to a hobby in tractor pulling and he was known far and wide as
“Tractor Man” which he used as a CB handle. He later began training and
riding horses both for show and pleasure. He was one of the founders of the
National Spotted Saddle Horse Association, a breed registry that still
exists today. In his most recent years, he has enjoyed traveling to many
areas of the country in his camper. He was a friend to many. Ronnie was a
proud Daddy and a loving Papa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was a loving companion to Edna for many years and she enjoyed traveling
and camping with him. Mr. West is survived by his fiance, Edna Givens; son,
Mark West; daughters, Angela (David) Eldridge and Tracey (Glenn) Lannom;
sister, Gail West (Donny) Arnold; grandchildren, Alexis Howland, Brianna
(William) Stevens, Garrett (Bailey) Eldridge, Reagan Lannom, Jack Lannom,
Maddyx West and Mason West; great grandchildren, Emma Howland, Grantlee
Howland, Kohlsen Howland, Woodlen Howland, Hayden Stevens and Hanna
Stevens. Visitation with the family will be held Monday, August 30, 2021
from 3:00pm until 8:00pm at Central Funeral Home. Funeral service will be
held on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 2pm at Central Funeral Home with burial
to follow in Summitville Cemetery with Brother Foy Rigney officiating.
www.centralfuneralhome.com; 931-723-7774
Eva Pauline Adams
Graveside service for Eva Pauline Adams, age 81 of Manchester, will be
conducted on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at 4:30 PM in the Adam-Duncan
Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 2 – 4 PM at Coffee
County Funeral Chapel. Ms. Adams passed away unexpectedly on August 26 at
NHC in Tullahoma.
Eva was born on November 24, 1939, to the late George and Hattie Ruth Perry
Reynolds in Manchester. Eva was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great
grandmother that loved spending time with her family. She was also a
beloved business woman that was a pillar of the community for 40+ years.
She enjoyed riding the roads, making Sunday dinner, taking care of her
flowers and feeding the birds.
In addition to her parents, Eva is preceded in death by her brother,
Freddie Reynolds, and brother-in-law, Billy Williams. She is survived by
her three daughters, Cherry Hill, Gina Bryce and her husband, Jason, and
Kelly Todd and her husband, Elbert; grandchildren, Brandi Baldwin, Keith
Adams, and Jacob Lowery; great grandchildren, Alex and Madison Hershman,
Kyra and Boone Adams, and Kyzer Lowery; sister, Virginia Williams; several
nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
Coffee County Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Adams family.
Carol Dannette Ashburn
Carol Dannette Ashburn, age 49 of Manchester, formerly of Pelham, was born on October 19, 1971, to Hattie Demetro Nunley in Bartow, FL. She was a former truck driver for Averett. In addition to her mother, Carol is survived by her stepfather, Ernie “Hoss” Nunley of Pelham; partner, Kim Ross of Manchester; brother, Robert Wellman and his wife, Tracey; two nephews; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Carol is preceded in death by her grandparents, Miller and Minnie McCormick Demetro.
Carol passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at TriStar Medical Center in Nashville after an extended illness. As per her request, cremation was chosen and there are no services scheduled.
Manchester Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ashburn/Nunley family.
Online condolences can be made at
Charles “Chuck” Wilson
Charles (“Chuck”) Wilson, 83 passed away on Wednesday,
August 25, 2021 at NHC-Tullahoma in Tullahoma, TN. He was born in
Hillsboro, TN on January 22, 1938 to James Herbert and Georgia Wilson who
preceded him in death along with his wife Arlene, and sister Alice Joy Dye.
Chuck moved to Chicago in his young teens, where he met the love of his
life, Arlene. Their teenage romance began with Chuck buying her a 25-cent
hot dog for lunch. Their love blossomed and they eloped on October 8, 1955.
They were married over 61 years until Arlene passed away in 2017. Chuck
served in the U.S. Navy from 1958 – 1962, which was followed by two years
in the reserves. He had a successful career as a machinist at Bell and
Howell, Hughes Aircraft, and General Motors. He was involved in the
manufacturing of parts for guided missiles and other projects for the
military. He and his wife raised three sons, David, Bobby, and Larry, at
their home in Chicago, IL. He was a devoted husband and father. He was very
handy and could tackle any house project from painting, to electrical and
plumbing. He and his wife imparted the value of family to their children.
He taught his kids how to fish and play pool, and took his family on
vacations to Tennessee, Florida, and one huge vacation to see all the
National Parks in the west. Chuck planned their three-week western vacation
the old-fashioned way (pre-internet) by looking through travel guides and
books to plan their trip in the family’s station wagon. He and his wife
also took a five-week camping vacation to Alaska. He and his wife were
blessed to retire early and they moved into their new home in Manchester,
TN. In the early years of retirement, he was often driving with his wife or
mother in his pickup truck to pick up sugar for making pies and jelly.
Chuck loved the country life and was passionate about his vegetable garden.
He would deliver huge sacks of potato’s, jarred pickles, and green beans to
his sons anytime he visited Chicago. He was very proud of his huge garden.
In fact, if anyone comes across a jar of pickles from the 1990’s he would
say they are still good and go ahead and eat them. Chuck and Arlene were
blessed to be able to enjoy retirement together for many years. They would
travel for months in their Winnebago in Texas and Florida, and occasionally
a short trip to the nearby Old Stone Fort State Park. His favorite past
times included jigsaw puzzles, card games, fishing, and watching westerns
on the TV from his lazy boy recliner with the volume turned on high. He
cherished spending time with his family, grandchildren, siblings, and
friends. He was very proud of his grandchildren and had a special bond with
each of them. Chuck was extremely independent. He would never want to
bother anyone if he needed help, though he was always ready to help a
family member or friend in need. The past four years without Arlene was a
struggle for him. But he was brave and tried his best. He was an excellent
patient as he battled with stage four lung/brain cancer. This past summer
his body couldn’t sustain anymore, and he lost his battle. He will be
deeply missed. We can all take comfort that he is now with God and is
reunited with his soulmate Arlene and is no longer alone. He is survived by
his sons, David (Peggy), Bobby (Mary), Larry (Kim), grandchildren, Kyle,
Ryan, Todd, Danny, and Crystal, sister Virginia Parker, brothers Houston
and Ronald, and many nephews and nieces. Visitation with the family will be
held Monday, August 30, 2021 from 11am until funeral service time at 1pm at
Central Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Gardens. In
lieu of flowers, please send a donation to NHC-Tullahoma, 1321 Cedar Ln,
Tullahoma, TN 37388. Chuck spent his last two months under their care. He
loved the staff’s kindness and the care that he received. He also enjoyed
the ice cream they provided him. www.centralfuneralhome.com; 931-723-7774
Timothy Alan Lusk
Timothy Alan Lusk passed away on August 24, 2021, after a brief illness.
He was 55.
Born May 14, 1966, in Manchester, Tennessee, to Benny and Nancy Lusk,
Tim was the oldest of four children.
Tim graduated from Coffee County Central High School in 1984. In 1990,
he began his 30+ year career with Duck River Electric. A career in which he
started as a lineman and advanced to become the District Operations
Supervisor in the Manchester office.
In December 1988, Tim married his high school sweetheart, Stefanie
Duncan Lusk, who he cherished for nearly 33 years. He was a devoted father
to Jordan and Alaina, and recently became a proud granddad to his first
grandchild, Adeline.
After work each day Tim could be found doing chores he enjoyed –
working in his yard, taking care of his garden, and feeding his chickens.
He was an avid hunter, outdoorsman, and Atlanta Braves fan, and could be
found watching a Marvel movie at any time.
The strong, silent type, Tim will be remembered for his boisterous
laugh, his warm heart, and his never-ending desire to help a friend or
family member who found themselves in need.
Tim served as an elder at Grundy Street Church of Christ in Tullahoma,
where he taught a Sunday morning Bible class. He had an unwavering love for
his church family and a desire to teach others through his actions and not
just his words.
He is preceded in death by his father, Benny Lusk.
Tim is survived by his wife, Stefanie of Manchester; son, Jordan
(Courtney) Lusk of Tullahoma; daughter, Alaina Lusk of Manchester; and
granddaughter Adeline Lusk; mother, Nancy Lusk of Manchester; brother,
Jason (Lynn) Lusk of Shelbyville; Sisters, Kristy West (Kevin Keele) of
Fayetteville; and Amy Sloan of Manchester; parents-in-law Johnnie and Joyce
Duncan of Normandy; brothers-in-law, John (Heather) Duncan of Normandy, and
Jeff (Gail) Duncan of Murfreesboro; and several nieces and nephews who
looked up to and loved their Uncle Tim.
All services will be held at the Grundy Street Church of Christ in
Tullahoma. Visitation with the family will be on Friday, August 27 from
5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Following a short visitation at 10:00 am, a funeral
service is scheduled for 11:00 am on Saturday, August 28 with Brad Costello
officiating. Burial will follow at the Blanton’s Chapel Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Project Help. Make checks
payable to DREMC, memo should read “Project Help in Honor of Tim Lusk.”
Mail checks to P.O. Box 1139 Manchester, TN 37349.
Online condolences may be made at www.davesculbertsonfuneralhome.com.
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Amber Dawn Driver
Amber Dawn Driver passed this life on Monday, August 23, 2021, at Unity
Medical Center in Manchester at the age of 42. No services are scheduled at
this time.
Mrs. Driver, a native of Cleveland, Ohio, was the daughter of Paul and
Billie Stelter Walker of Foley, AL. Her greatest love was her son, Dylan.
She also enjoyed going to the beach.
She was preceded in death by her sister, Michelle Walker.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by son, Dylan Driver.
Online condolences may be made at www.davesculbertsonfuneralhome.com.
Daves-Culbertson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Kathy Lynn Smith
Ms. Kathy Lynn Smith, age 55, of Estill Springs, TN, passed from this life on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at her residence.
Visitation with the family will be on Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at Central Funeral Home in Manchester, TN. Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at 2:00pm in the chapel of Central Funeral Home. Burial will follow in New Brick Church of Christ Cemetery.
Ms. Smith was born in Livingston, TN, to her late parents Bobby and Betty Bryant Smith. She loved anything to do with food, going to church and gospel singing, and always knew what she wanted when she wanted it. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Lonnie Smith.
Ms. Smith is survived by boyfriend, Glenn Samson and brother, James (Patricia) Smith.
Central Funeral Home is serving the family, 931-723-7774, centralfuneralhome.com
Billie Jean Wood
Funeral services for Ms. Billie Jean Wood, age 92 of Manchester, will be
conducted at 2 PM on Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Manchester Funeral Home
with pastor John Daniel officiating. Burial will follow in the Forest Mill
Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held on Saturday from 12 Noon
until time of service. Ms. Wood passed away on Sunday, August 22, after an
extended illness.
Ms. Billie Jean Wood was born on August 6, 1929, in Hillsboro, TN to the
late William Forrest and Delia Warren Parker. She was a member of the
Forest Mill Baptist Church. Ms. Wood had a special love for children and
was considered a “true giver” to family, friends, and neighbors. She also
loved gardening.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Wood is preceded in death by her husband of
over 50 years, Leighton Kenneth Wood; brothers, William Forest Parker, Jr.,
Bryan Lee Parker, and J.W. Parker; sisters, Cleo Shipley, Florence Rust,
and Virginia Gertrude Parker. She is survived by her sons, Leighton W. Wood
and his wife, Penny, Ronald K. Wood and his wife, Barbara, and Bobby D.
Wood, and his wife, Anita; 14 grandchildren, Heather Black, Hilaire Fisher,
Tiffany Sin, Joey Wood, Josh Wood, Teagan Forster, Luke Wood, Cassidy Wood,
Cammi Wood, Andy Wood, Janet Galyen, Ashton Wood, Dwight Wood, Sarah Wood;
19 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.
Manchester Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wood family.
