Obituaries: Week of August 10, 2025, In Loving Memory

ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE:

(Smokey Barn News)

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Earl “Crazy Loyd” Loyd Biggs, Jr.

February 8th, 1961 – August 4th, 2025

EARL LOYD BIGGS, JR., age 64, passed away surrounded by his family on August 4, 2025.

Loyd cherished a simple lifestyle and found joy in a life filled with love, which he believed was more valuable than any material possession. He lived his life to the fullest, and his immense love for everyone around him was equally returned. His heart was dedicated to serving and assisting others without any expectation of reward. He had a variety of interests, including camping, fishing, and gardening. Above all, his greatest passion was to bring laughter to others, even during the toughest moments.

He is preceded in death by his father, Earl Loyd Biggs, Sr., brother, John V. Biggs, nephew, Dwayne Norris and brother-in-law, Tommy Norris.

He is survived by his loving mother, Alice E. Conder and her husband Charles; cherished sisters, Michelle Norris, Cathy Burian and husband Keith; fond daughter, Darlene Lamberth; beloved grandchildren, Michael Lamberth, Jr., Halley Brunt and husband Hunter, Marshall Lamberth; great-grandchildren, Novaliegh Brunt, Aubryn Brunt; nephews, Corey D. Norris, Trent Burian, Jacob Burian and Rusty Biggs. No services are currently planned.

Loyd will forever be remembered by his given name by his nephews, Trent and Jacob…Crazy Loyd.

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Omar Hernandez-Torres

January 4, 1985 — August 4, 2025

Madison, TN

Omar Hernández Torres (40 años)

Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el fallecimiento de Omar Hernández, a los 40 años. Un miembro dedicado e invaluable del equipo de PWI de Nashville desde 2019. El repentino fallecimiento de Omar deja un vacío, no solo en el ámbito laboral, sino también en el corazón de todos los que lo conocieron.

Omar se unió a nuestro equipo hace aproximadamente 6 años y rápidamente se hizo conocido por su increíble ética de trabajo y su compromiso con la excelencia. Abordaba cada tarea con un orgullo y una dedicación que inspiraban a quienes lo rodeaban. Sus compañeros de trabajo solían destacar su disposición a ayudar y el valor que aportaba a cada oportunidad. Durante su impresionante trayectoria en PWI, Omar fue asignado constantemente a los proyectos más grandes y complejos. Su visión de futuro lo hizo irremplazable.

La amabilidad y el buen carácter de Omar trascendieron el ámbito laboral, ya que era conocido por ser un buen hombre, un hijo cariñoso, un hermano, un padre y un amigo entrañable para muchos. Lo extrañaremos, pero no lo olvidaremos.

El velatorio de Omar se realizará el 8/11/25 de 14:00 a 19:00 h en la Funeraria Cole & Garrett.

La familia y los seres queridos de Omar estarán presentes para recibir sus condolencias.

Omar Hernandez Torres (40yrs)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Omar Hernandez , aged 40. A dedicated and invaluable member of the Nashville PWI team since 2019. Omar’s sudden passing leaves a void , not only in the workplace, but in the hearts of everyone that knew him.

Omar joined our team about 6 years ago and quickly became known for his incredible work ethic and his commitment to excellence. He approached every task with a sense of pride and dedication that inspired those around him. Co-workers often commented on Omar’s willingness to help and the value he added to each opportunity. During Omar’s impressive career at PWI , he was consistently assigned to the largest and most complex projects. His positive forward thinking made him irreplaceable.

Omar’s kindness and good nature extended beyond the workplace as he was known to be a good man, loving son , brother, father, and cherished friend to many. He will be missed, but not forgotten.

Visitation will be held for Omar on 8-11-25 from 2pm-7pm @ Cole & Garrett Funeral Home

Omar’s Family and Loved Ones will be present to receive condolences.

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John Fredrick Wilhelm

December 11, 1941 — August 5, 2025

White House, TN

John Frederick Wilhelm, 83, died peacefully of a brief illness at home on August 5 in White House, TN. John was born on December 11, 1941, in Modesto, CA. He and his family moved from Modesto in the late 1940’s to Santa Cruz, CA where he spent the majority of his life. He graduated from Santa Cruz High School in 1959. He served in the U.S. Army from July 1966, serving most of his time at Fort Ord, CA in the Army Reserves, until he was honorably discharged in March 1972.

He and Pennie, his wife of 50 years, moved to Inman, South Carolina in August 2005 where they resided until moving to White House, TN in October 2018 so as to be close to family.

He was a member of the Madison Campus Seventh-day Adventist Church. He was an active volunteer at the church’s Community Service Center in Madison. He found much joy in helping others. His other joys included traveling with his family, keeping a pristine garden which included tending to his many irises, and reading a good book.

He is survived by his wife, Pennie (Corona), his son’s Sean Wilhelm of Santa Cruz, CA, and Christopher Wilhelm of Madison, TN, his grandson, Hudson Wilhelm and his mother, Shannon Wilhelm of Nashville, TN, and his cousin, Donna Nash, of Port Orchard, WA. He was preceded in death by his father, Frederick Wilhelm, his mother, Dorothee Wilhelm (Hoover), and his brother, Michael Wilhelm.

A memorial service is planned for Sunday, August 24 at 11:00 a.m. at the Madison Campus Seventh-day Adventist Church, where lunch will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Madison Campus Seventh-day Adventist Church Community Service Center, or Alive Hospice in Hendersonville, TN who took such loving care of him in his last days.

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Minnie Gertrude Pacaccio

January 5, 1948 – August 5, 2025

Minnie Gertrude Pacaccio, age 77, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025 surrounded by her family. Mrs. Pacaccio’s wishes were to be cremated. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be conducted at 1pm Sunday, August 10th in the chapel of the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield with Tammy Pierce officiating.

Mrs. Pacaccio was born January 5, 1948, in Chillicothe, OH, to the late Joseph Tillman He’bert and the late Emma Marie Amann He’bert. She was a waitress most of her life.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Pacaccio was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Joseph Pacaccio, Jr.; daughter, Suzette Truby; and a sister, Bettie Jo Bourne.

She is survived by sons, Warren “Rex” Cheramie, Jr., and Justen He’bert (Tammy) Pierce; daughter, Bettie Louise Norris; 8 grandchildren, Bethany (Scott) Bender, Courtney Pierce, Niia (Kenneth) Ezzell, Rodney (Jessica) Norris, Shelby (Luke) Phillips, Bud Bollinger, Chris Tauscher, and Michael (Brittnigh) Tauscher; 10 great grandchildren, Riley Kesslar, Wyatt Kesslar, Haze Tauscher, Ryker Tauscher, Paul Ezzell, Julian Norris, Jovie Norris, Jasper Norris, Amelia Bender, and Langston Phillips; and a sister, Sonja Wood.

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME- 509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000 www.austinandbell.com

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Kenny Harrington, Jr.

November 5, 1950 – August 6, 2025

Kenneth “Kenny” Ray Harrington, Jr., age 74, of Nashville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Residence at Alive Hospice.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 o’clock pm, Tuesday, August 12th, at Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Pleasant View with Bro. Randy Riggs officiating.

Burial will follow in Good Springs Cemetery in Pleasant View with Jared Thrower, Bart Davis, Rick Haley, Larry Borum, Brandon Biggs, Derek Dwyer, Jacob Dwyer, and Jeff Sharpe serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Glenn Watts, Mark Lewellen, Caleb Dixon, Steve Nunley, Lindsey Walker, and Joe Haley.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, August 11th from 5:00-8:00PM, and again on Tuesday beginning at 11:00AM until the hour of service at 1:00PM.

Kenny was born on November 5, 1950, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Ray & Jean Harrington, Sr. He was a retired draftsman having worked for Consoer Townsend & Associates, Hendersonville Water Department, and Metro Nashville Water & Sewer. He served in the National Guard and was a member of the American Legion and a Mason. Kenny was an adventurer who loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and Corvettes. He enjoyed spending time at the lake home on Center Hill where he liked to boat and fish. He enjoyed driving race cars and also was a fan of NASCAR. Kenny was a Christian.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Ronnie Oeser; and nephew, Sean Ford.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Karen Webb Harrington; daughter, Tanya (Bart) Davis; sister, Brenda Harrington Oeser; grandchildren, Zoe Gene Davis Thomas (Caleb) and Madilyn “Madi” Claire Davis; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends; and kitty babies, Little Baby Mama Kitty & Baby Girl.

If so desired, memorial contributions may be made in Kenny’s memory to: Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37203 or American Cancer Society, 2000 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee 37203

AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View is in charge of these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com

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John Wayne Williams

May 1, 1939 – August 6, 2025

John Wayne Williams, age 86, joined our Father in Heaven on August 6, 2025 at home in Cedar Hill, Tennessee. John was born on May 1st, 1939 in Capleville, Tennessee. There are 2 funeral services scheduled for Mr. Williams. On Saturday, August 9, 2025, the family will receive friends from 12-2pm with the service at 2pm at the Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield, TN. On Monday, August 11, 2025, the family will receive friends from 11am-1pm with the service at 1pm at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church in Olive Branch, MS. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

John was first and foremost a loving and happy family man. He was a devoted husband, survived by his wife of 65 years, Yvonne Williams. He was an encouraging father to his two sons, Gary/Ann Williams and Gregg/Tammy Williams. He was a loving Grandfather (Britney Williams, Laura Beth/Steve Iversen, Kyle Williams and Heather/Austin White, John T. /Rachel Williams. He was a joyful great grandfather (Nora Iversen and Eliza Iversen , Wesson Williams, Kimber Williams, Remington Williams).

John was preceded in death by his parents, James Herman Williams and Mamie Craig Williams and his daughter-in-law Debbie Williams. John was the next to the youngest son of 11 children. He is survived by his sister, Dorothy/Dave Teague and sister-in-law Doris Williams.

John graduated from Capleville High School in 1957 as well as completed several college classes in management. He joined the Army and served three years in Okinawa, Japan as part of the Nike Hercules missile air defense strategy. John specialized in western apparel and retired from Ely Walker as a co-owner and CEO. During his time at Ely Walker, he traveled around the world 5 times working in numerous countries.

John was very actively engaged in his community. He was the Pleasant Hill Scout Troup Scout Master for 20 plus years; Pleasant Hill Little League Baseball Coach; Member of the Olive Branch Jayces; Member of the Lebanon and Adams Possum Trot Blacksmiths Clubs; Member of the Cedar Hill Men’s Club, and the Lebanon Chamber of Commerce. He was a Lay Leader while serving at the Pleasant Hill and Cedar Hill United Methodist Churches.

His hobbies included blacksmithing, riding horses and creek stomping. Whenever going for a walk in the woods or creek stomping, John would always point out how wonderful God made everything. He loved to say, “Oh the Lord has been good to me!”

A very special Thank You is sent to VA accentCare, Jamie and Caris Healthcare Hospice as well as his grandchildren Laura Beth Iversen and Kyle Williams, his neighbors and friends. You gave him such special care and love. The family appreciates everything the caregivers have done.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at: https://donorservices.alz.org

Austin & Bell Funeral Home in Springfield is in charge of these arrangements.

AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME- 509 WALNUT STREET, SPRINGFIELD, TN (615) 384-1000 www.austinandbell.com

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