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11/28/2025

What’s the best Thanksgiving food to eat as leftovers the next day?
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11/27/2025

Thanksgiving reminds us that love endures beyond every season. We’re thinking of all who are remembering someone special today.

11/26/2025

Linda Frances Kuykendall, age 78 of Wi******er, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Nashville on December 27, 1946, to the late Percy and Frances Irene (Spurlock) Talbert. Linda was a 1946 graduate of Hillwood High School, where she earned the title of valedictorian of her senior class. She then continued her educational pursuit to become a teacher, graduating with a bachelor’s degree from Peabody University in 1968 and a master’s degree from Memphis State in 1972. With a servant’s heart, she taught many children from 1968-2021, beginning in Memphis, then Virginia Schools. She retired from Nashville Public School System in 2021. Linda was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hiking and camping in her travel trailer. She had the opportunity to not only travel domestically, but internationally, particularly enjoying Germany, and had always wanted to go to Isreal and Ireland. But most of all, Linda cherished the time spent with her beloved family. A devoted Christian, she was a member of Brentwood United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Katherine “Kathy” Johnson. Linda is survived by her loving husband of fifty-three years, Cary Kuykendall; daughter, Samantha (Daniel) Wiseman; granddaughter, Mackenzie Thornton; and four-legged best friend, Mia. A memorial gathering will be held from 10 am-12 pm on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

11/26/2025

11/24/2025

Samuel Glenn Adams, age 77 of Tullahoma passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. A native of Franklin County, he was born on November 28, 1947, to the late Everett Glenn and Virginia Ruth (Fanning) Adams. A proud veteran, Samuel served his country in the United States Army. After his time in the military, he laid brick and block. He then had a career at Eaton as a machinist, until his retirement. Staying home was not meant to be, so Samuel went back to work at Baxter for five years before officially retiring. An avid sports fan, he enjoyed watching and cheering for the University of Tennessee Volunteers, Kansas City Chiefs, and the Atlanta Braves. In his leisure time, Samuel liked to camp and watch old westerns. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Nettie Fanning and John and Louella Adams. Samuel is survived by his loving and devoted wife of fifty-eight years, Pamela St. Clair Adams; children, Christy (Don) Lloyd, Leslie (Paul) Hill, and Lisa (Michael) Todd; grandchildren, Colby (Jessica) Phillips, Ethan Garrison, Paul Lee (Julie) Hill, Jordan Hill, Sarah Todd, and Matthew Todd; great-grandchildren, Gavin Hill, Easton Hill, and Elise Hill. Visitation will be from 5-8pm on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery with military honors bestowed. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

11/22/2025

Today is International Survivors of Su***de Loss Day.
We grieve with everyone carrying the weight of this kind of loss, and we’re here to remind you that help is always available.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you can call or text 988.
It’s the national Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential, and available 24/7 to support anyone in emotional distress.

You are not alone.

11/20/2025

Lori Ann Amacher, age 67 of Tullahoma, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Lori was born in Shelbyville on March 9, 1958, to the late William and Mildred Marie (Bullion) Sudberry. She was a devoted homemaker, having previously been employed as a Lab Technician at Bedford County Hospital, and owned and operated A and M Signs and House of Treasures. Lori was a wonderful cook and had a great eye for interior design. Quite the adventurer, she liked to travel, especially to the casinos, as well as skiing (snow and water) and singing karaoke. Her caring and compassionate nature was evident as she helped anyone in need. A “definite blond,” her humorous personality made her quite the comedian. Lori was a Christian and loved to watch the Joyce Meyer Ministry, Charles Stanley, and Joel Osteen. She cherished the time with her beloved family and will be deeply missed by all. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Don Faulk, Jimmy Faulk, Randy Faulk, Carol Steioff, and Lisa Hilley. Lori is survived by the father of her children, Stanley Amacher; her brother, Kim (Nancy) Sudberry; children, Jeremy (Kristie) Amacher, Josh Amacher, and Jenna Amacher (Derek Daugherty); grandchildren, Brandon Amacher, Mason Amacher, Preslie Amacher, Addison Amacher (Landon Sanson), Chassis Amacher, Channing Amacher, Madison Thomas, Carson Miller, Brianna Riddle, Cindy Daugherty, and Beth Daugherty; and great-grandchild, Weston Hensley. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, November 23, 2025, in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Faulk officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Gardens with Chad Hilley, Brandon Amacher, Mason Amacher, Carson Miller, Channing Amacher, Matthew Perry, C**t Russell, Justin Litchford, and Patrick Ruff serving as pallbearers. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

11/20/2025

George Bradley Whitmire, age 44 of Wi******er, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. A native of Franklin County, he was born in Wi******er on June 22, 1981. He was most recently employed as a concrete finisher in the residential construction industry. An avid outdoorsman, he was at peace in the mountains riding in the Jeep or side-by-side, as well as deer hunting. Brad was a hardworking provider, as well as a loving and caring husband, father, son, and grandfather. His wonderful sense of humor will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Wallace Sweeton; and grandparents, George and Sue Woods, Ray Watson, George and Bertie Whitmire. Brad is survived by his loving wife of fifteen years, Kisha Sweeton Whitmire; children, Alli (John) Bailey, Calleigh (Cody) Garner, Dylan (Skye) Whitmire, Zack Garner, and Carson Ray Whitmire; grandchildren, Oliver, Ellie, Mattie, Bryleigh, Maddox, and Lakelynn; mother and father, Denise and David Watson; parent, Tim Whitmire; brother, Jermey (Katie Harrington) Watson; grandmother, Peggy “Nanny” Watson; mother-in-law, Melissa Sweeton; and four-legged best friend, Traveler. Visitation will be from 5-8pm on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in the Chapel of Moore-Cortner Funeral Home with Bro. Jonathan Blazer officiating. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Gardens with Zack Garner, Jermey Watson, Daulton Mahaffey, Dylan Whitmire, Joey Pickett, Jamie Stephens, Joe Pless, and Casey Jones serving as pallbearers and Dewayne Sims as honorary pallbearer. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Wi******er, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.