Moore-Cortner Funeral Home

01/21/2026

John D. Cotham of Estill Springs, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the age of 87. He was born to the late John P. and Louise Bass Cotham on February 10, 1938, and grew up in Franklin and Warren Counties of Tennessee. After graduating high school, John proudly served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years where he served on a navy blimp as an Electronics Technician. Once he returned home, he married the love of his life, Margaret, in 1962 and he began working at Arnold Air Force Base where he worked for 19 years before making the decision to go to school to become a minister. For over 40 years he served as a minister for the Church of Christ in Alabama, Tennessee, Florida and Mississippi and was currently attending and serving the Cowan Church of Christ. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends who he loved dearly. He loved western movies and keeping current on world news. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Charles Cotham, his grandparents, numerous brothers- and sisters-in-law and many aunts and uncles. John is survived by his loving wife of sixty-three years, Margaret Cotham; son, John “Nash” Cotham and daughters Renea and Rhonda Cotham; sister, Janice Patrick and brother, Gene Cotham; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home on Friday, January 23, 2026, from 10am-1pm with the service to follow at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Interment will be at Franklin Memorial Gardens.
Moore Cortner Funeral home in charge of arrangements. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

01/21/2026

Joan Clark Snyder, age 82 of Tullahoma, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at The Waters of Wi******er. She was born in Richmondville, New York on May 12, 1943. Before her retirement, she was an electronic technician, specializing in military contracts. A country girl at heart, she enjoyed fishing and target practice, as well as crocheting. In her spare time, she could be found reading Stephen King novels or listening to her favorite songs, particularly ones sung by Willie Nelson, Billy Joel, and Ray Stevens. Although she had lived in Tennessee for some time, Joan always looked forward to returning home to New York to visit with family and friends. Her family was her world and she most cherished the time spent with her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Clark; brothers, John D. Delia and James Delia; and sister, Eileen Thompson. Joan is survived by her loving son, Joseph Snyder; grandchildren, Philip (Lisa) Gatti, Kevin Snyder, and Mary (Kevin) Stewart; great-grandchildren, Zayne Gatti, Lucian Gatti, Sawyer Clark, Brynley Freed, Nick (Alyssa) Howard, Maddie Sneed, Lily Snyder, Elias Snyder, Ryder Stewart, and Keagan Stewart; great-great-grandchildren, Logan, Marshall, Waylon, and Willa Mae, who is due next month; and several nieces and nephews. Private family services are planned. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

01/21/2026

Rachel Eloise Acklen, age 90, of Burleson, Texas formerly of Decherd, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Eloise was born on February 1, 1935, in Decherd, Tennessee to the late Charles Alexander and Hattie Bell (Williams) Sanders. She considered Decherd to be her home but lived in Arlington, Texas for the last sixty-two years. Eloise was a faithful member of Southpointe Church in Texas. She enjoyed reading her bible, sewing, cooking, tending to her flowers, and serving others. In addition to her parents, Eloise is preceded in death by her husband, James Marshall Acklen, and sister, Gilda Sanders (Lester) Buckner; and brother, John (Geneva) Sanders. She is survived by her son, Joe (Charlynn) Acklen; grandchildren, Sarah (Lance) Perkins, Lia (Casey) Yates, Jessica (Paul) Baumgardner, and Joel Acklen; great-grandchildren, Luke, Madison, Aiden and Hunter Yates, Freddy and Greta Baumgardner. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1:00pm – 1:45pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Graveside service will be on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 2:00pm at Mt. Garner Cemetery in Decherd. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

01/20/2026

Herman Dale Nicholson, age 79 of Decherd, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Highpoint Health Medical Center. He was born in Tullahoma on November 16, 1946, to the late Wilburt and Vera Mae (Stone) Nicholson. Before his retirement, Herman worked in auto body repair for twenty years at Byrom’s Body Shop in Tullahoma before working another twenty years at Neal’s Body Shop in Decherd. In his spare time, you could find him doing woodworking projects, working puzzles, or watching old western and comedy shows. Musically inclined, he enjoyed playing the guitar and piano, as well as listening to gospel music. Herman was witty and entertained his family and friends with his sense of humor. A Christian man, he served as minister of the Jesus Saves Church of Wi******er in the 1990s. He currently attended Elora Pentecostal Church, where he was assistant pastor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Sheila Pemberton; stepson, Timothy “Shot Gun” Brewer; and brothers-in-law, William Tucker and Bobby Pemberton. Herman is survived by his wife of sixteen years, Doris Nicholson; daughter, Darlene Nicholson; grandsons, Issac Nicholson and Daniel Nicholson; sister, Wanda Tucker; brother, Paul (Vivian) Nicholson; stepson, LaFayette (Stacie) Brewer; and several step-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Franklin Memorial Gardens with Bro. Fabron Nicholson officiating. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

01/20/2026

Roy Tankersley, age 79 of Cowan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Palmer, Tennessee on October 26, 1946, to the late Clarence Harding and Alta Mae (Ellis) Tankersley. Before his retirement, Roy worked for many years in tree service. An avid sportsman, he enjoyed a good game of golf and coached various sports over this lifetime, his favorite being basketball. He had a wonderful personality, never meeting a stranger, and was an animal lover. A good milkshake was a real treat, but the time spent with his beloved grandchildren was what Roy cherished most. He was of the Christian faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by stepfather, Ted Smith; and brother, Sonny Tankersley. Roy is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Penny Tankersley; sons, Bart (Ashley) Tankersley and Brett Tankersley; grandchildren, Knox and Lexi; sister, Glenda Smith; special friends, Johnny (Debbie) Willis, Dr. DuWayne (Beckye) Glasner; and Glen (Sandy) Shaw; four-legged best friend, Elvis; several nieces and nephews; bonus son, Tad Geltz; and bonus granddaughter, Miller Geltz. A memorial gathering will be held from 2:30-4:15pm on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life will follow at 4:15pm in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Rutherford and Dr. Carey Holman officiating. Mike Blackwell, Jim Brock, David Guess, Dr. Alan Hyde, Major Scott Metcalf, Larry Nard, Andrew Sons, Josh Sons, and Nic Willis will serve as honorary pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

01/20/2026

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01/19/2026

Some good advice from Dolly on her 80th birthday. Happy Birthday!

01/19/2026

Billy Wayne Bradford, age 64 of Wi******er, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at St. Thomas Rutherford. Billy was born on April 1, 1961, in Franklin County to Sallie (McKinney) Bradford and the late James Clifton Bradford. He formerly worked in construction and at Nissan as a toe motor driver. Billy enjoyed going to the lake fishing and looking for antiques and deals at the local flea market or yard sale. He attended Decherd Christian Centers when he was able. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his sister, Mary Curtiss, and brother, Greg Bradford. He is survived by his mother, Sallie Bradford; nephews, Jason Taylor, Joshua Taylor, Cliffton (Whitney) Curtiss; aunt, Lillie (James) Reed; uncle, Walter (Lisa) McKinney; several great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 11:00am from the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Bradford officiating. Interment will follow in Green Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222, www.moorecortner.com

01/19/2026

01/17/2026

Ricky Lee Bolden Sr., age 69 of Huntland, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Rickey was born on January 26, 1956, in Franklin County to the late Andrew Jackson and Mary Louise (Wiggs) Bolden. He worked for Shadows Nursery and enjoyed playing softball, rabbit hunting and going to the local dirt track. Rickey was an avid Dallas Cowboys and Atlanta Braves fan; and never missed a game on tv. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church when he was younger. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Louise Garner, Andrew Bolden Jr., James Bolden, Jimmer C. Bolden, and Judy Bolden. Rickey is survived by his sons, Rickey Bolden Jr., Chris Bolden, Jason Bolden, and Curtis Bolden’ grandchildren, Rickey III, Christian, Wyatt, Raine, Dezman, Killian, and Issabelle; great-grandchildren, Ricky IV, and Kadence; sister, Candy Kwilos; mother of children, Debbie Bolden; long time friend and caregiver, Brenda Ashley; special niece who were raised like siblings, Jancie Mallard; special nephew, Roger (Roho) Garner; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 5:00pm - 8:00pm at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 2:00pm from the chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Chaplin Jerry Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in New Center Grove Cemetery with family and friends serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home 300 1st Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)967-2222.

01/17/2026

When you were growing up, did you prefer sledding or snow forts?