Neal Funeral Home, Inc.

Neal Funeral Home, Inc. We are the only locally owned and family operated funeral home in Lawrenceburg. We have four license Neal Funeral Home, Inc.
231 North Military Ave. Mr. After Mr.
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Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Office: 931.762.9447
Fax: 931.762.9885

* We can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling our office number. North Funeral Home came into being on or about 1929 in Ethridge, Tennessee. Ova North operated his funeral business out of his residence and used a horse-drawn hearse to convey people to the cemetery. In 1938, a new modern funeral home was built on North

Military Avenue in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. North suffered a heart attack and other health problems, he asked Oliver Neal to take over day-to-day operations. Oliver and Connie Neal moved to Lawrenceburg in 1953. At that time, Mr. Neal became part owner and manager of North Funeral Home. In 1984, Mr. Neal purchased the entire business from the North family. Neal then retired and passed the business onto his two sons, Charles and Don. Charles and Don became partners in the business. After the untimely death of Don, the operations of the funeral home changed. Charles, along with his wife, Vickie, took over the business. Their son David, and son-in-law Darren McAfee, also joined the family business. David Neal is the third generation to operate the funeral home. After outgrowing the space in the original building, a new state-of-the-art building was constructed. In 1998, we moved into the new building and changed the name of the business from North Funeral Home to Neal Funeral Home. We are the only locally owned and family-operated funeral home in Lawrenceburg. We have four licensed embalmers, six licensed funeral directors, two pre-need counselors, and two secretaries on staff.

Paz Cabatu, age 74, of Pulaski, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at her son's residence. She was a native of the Phi...
06/11/2026

Paz Cabatu, age 74, of Pulaski, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at her son's residence. She was a native of the Philippines, retired registered nurse, and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Lawrenceburg. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rodrigo Cabatu and Pacita Espejo Cabatu.

She is survived by one son, Jason Rivera (Dawn) of Columbia, TN; three grandchildren, Adeline Rivera of Columbia, TN, Abaigael Rivera of Bartlett, TN, and Jaidon Rivera of Columbia, TN; one sister, Eresvita Balatico of Pulaski, TN; and two brothers, Roland Cabatu of Manila, Phillipines and Henry Cabatu of Ilocos, Philippines.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, June 19, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home with a Rosary at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass will be conducted at Loretto Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 9:00 AM Saturday, June 20, 2026, with Father Joel Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Lawrenceburg, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Judy Mae White, age 79, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at her residence. She was a native of Lawr...
06/10/2026

Judy Mae White, age 79, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Monday, June 8, 2026, at her residence. She was a native of Lawrenceburg, TN and a member of Royal Heights Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Jessie Wilbert and Dicie Ann Grooms White; nine brothers, Clyde White, Charles White, Robert White, Jessie White, Lloyd White, Boyd White, Scott White, Floyd White, and Theodore Williams.

She is survived by one niece, Bonnie Gail Adams (Dustin) of Saint Joseph, TN; two nephews, Vincent Lanham (Amanda) of Madisonville, TN and William Lanham (Melanie) of Red Boiling Springs, TN; one brother, Dewitt Talmadge White of Perry, FL; one sister, Bonnie Lanham of Lawrenceburg, TN; many other nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; and her special dog, Little Bit.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026 with Audie Bogus officiating. Interment will follow at Lindsey Grove Cemetery in Leoma, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

PeeWee Sherman, age 69, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Southern TN Regional Health System in L...
06/10/2026

PeeWee Sherman, age 69, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Southern TN Regional Health System in Lawrenceburg, TN. He was a native of Decatur, AL, and a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service in Lawrenceburg, TN. Mr. Sherman loved spending time with his grandkids. He also enjoyed gardening, going to the beach, watching his grandkids sporting events, and watching Alabama football.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Dempsey and Ettie Mae Henson Sherman.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years Carol Sherman of Lawrenceburg, TN; three sons, Dusty Sherman (Chasity) of Lawrenceburg, TN, Josh Sherman (Stephanie) of Dothan, AL, and Kyle Sherman (Michelle) of Leoma, TN; two brothers, Phillip "Bubba" Sherman (Priscilla) of Decatur, AL, and Joey "LoLo" Sherman (Rhonda) of Hartselle, AL; one sister, Nejebi Millwee (James) of Decatur, AL; fourteen grandchildren, Blaine Hutchens, Lilly Hutchens, Lleyton Sherman, Sawyer Sherman, Marcus Sherman, Lana Sherman, Boston Mackenzie, Emmalynn Sherman, Kylie Sherman, Alexius Lance, Abby Gafford, Maylee Sherman, Bentley Lance, and Bron Sherman; and one great-grandchild, Stella Hutchens.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. A memorial service will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 5:00 PM Friday, June 12, 2026, with Mickey Brackin and Gaye Hardy officiating.

Eddie Don Gambrell was born on November 24, 1951 to Christine Robertson Gambrell and Marcus Eugene (Gene) Gambrell, Sr.,...
06/09/2026

Eddie Don Gambrell was born on November 24, 1951 to Christine Robertson Gambrell and Marcus Eugene (Gene) Gambrell, Sr., in Lawrenceburg, TN.

Eddie attended New Prospect Elementary School and graduated from Lawrence County High School in 1969. Eddie then attended Columbia State Community College in Columbia while working at Roses Department Store. After 2 years of college in Columbia, he went on to further his business education at Tennessee Tech in Cookeville, TN. Upon graduation he moved to Greenville, SC and worked with Roses in that location, later working to help phase out and close the stores there as well as the closing of several K-Mart stores. He purchased a bread route through Pepperidge Farm Breads, and he ran a route in the surrounding area acquiring the name Eddo or the breadman. After selling his route, he retired and relocated to Greer, SC.

Eddie was known for his hardworking nature, quiet strength, and dedication to family and friends. Loved ones will remember him for his kindness, sense of humor, and willingness to help others. Throughout his life, he built lasting friendships and touched many lives through his genuine spirit.

Eddie passed away suddenly on Friday afternoon, May 29, 2026, at the age of 74. He was preceded in death by his parents Christine and Gene Gambrell, a brother Marcus Eugene Gambrell, Jr, a sister Deborah Kaye Gambrell, maternal grandparents Mary Springer Robertson and Willie Lewis Robertson, paternal grandparents Mary Caperton Gambrell and Talmadge Gambrell, brothers-in-law Billy Harold Belew and James Michael Cathey.

He is survived by his sister Mary Ann Cathey of Madison AL. Eddie never married or had any children of his own, but he is survived by one niece and three nephews of whom he loved dearly: Christy Belew, Chattanooga, TN, Kenny Belew, Bristol, TN, Michael Belew, Phenix City, AL, and Jonathan Belew (Jen), Bellevue, NE. He is also survived by three great nieces: Karley Goolsby (Eric), Kensey Steelman and Olivia Belew, as well as three great nephews Hudson Belew, Owen Belew and Xander Pascal and one great-great nephew Ledger Goolsby, two step nieces: Dovie MacPherson (Gus), Jamie Davis (Josh) and their children.

Eddie leaves behind some very special friends, who were very much like family to him, that brought much joy into his life and will miss him dearly - Robin and Beth Hughes, Sturgis, SD (formerly Greenville SC), and Wes and Karen Powell.

Eddie was a faithful member of Brushy Creek Baptist Church.

The family appreciates all the prayers, support, and expressions of sympathy during this difficult time. Eddie’s memory will live on through the many lives he touched and the love he shared with those around him.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Funeral services will be conducted at Bethlehem Baptist Church at 2:00 PM Sunday, June 14, 2026, with Jerry Robbins and James Prince officiating. Interment will follow at Bethlehem Cemetery in Westpoint, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Jake Osborne, age 28, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026, at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashv...
06/09/2026

Jake Osborne, age 28, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026, at TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was a native of Lawrenceburg, TN, a heavy equipment operator for Tycon Excavating Contractor, Inc., and of the Baptist Faith.

He was preceded in death by his father, Terry Ray Osborne.

He is survived by his mother, Rea Clifton (Johnny); one brother, Zackery Osborne; one sister, Nikita Violet; two step-brothers, Jerry Clifton and Jeffrey Clifton; two step-sisters, Melanie Wilburn and Melissa Plant; and five nephews, Braxton Troglen, Lincoln Troglen, Lane Violet, Layden Violet, and Zade Violet.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 11:00 AM Thursday, June 11, 2026, with Brandon Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Bumpas Cemetery in Lawrenceburg, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Royce Jackson Grant, age 74, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at NHC Healthcare Scott in Lawrencebu...
06/08/2026

Royce Jackson Grant, age 74, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026, at NHC Healthcare Scott in Lawrenceburg, TN. He was a native of Pulaski, TN, retired from Terminix, and of the Christian Faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Gladys Clifton Grant; and one sister, Charlotte Cook.

He is survived by his wife, Jamie Grant of Lawrenceburg, TN; one daughter, Jackie Lynn Attkisson of Lawrenceburg, TN; one son, Stephen Lee Grant (Andrea) of Lawrenceburg, TN; one sister, Kathy Perry of Lawrenceburg, TN; nine grandchildren; and eleven great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 3:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026, with Gary Hughes officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Moriah Cemetery in Giles County, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Mary Elizabeth Hunter Newell, age 82, of Summertown, TN passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Ce...
06/08/2026

Mary Elizabeth Hunter Newell, age 82, of Summertown, TN passed away Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Maury Regional Medical Center in Columbia, TN. She was a native of Summertown, TN, retired secretary from Suburban Propane, and a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Hubert and Mary Pauline Pyles Hunter; her husband, Marvin Newell; and two sons, Joe Underwood and Alex Newell.

She is survived by one daughter, Tonya Newell Etheridge (Michael) of Summertown, TN; daughter-in-law, Beth Newell Burleson of Summertown, TN; four grandchildren, Paige Shuemaker (Luke) of Paducah, KY, Luke Isbell of Savannah, TN, Cheyenne Isbell of Summertown, TN, and Alexa Coleman (Gabe) of Jacksonville, FL; five great-grandchildren, Addie and Alex Isbell both of Summertown, TN, Letti and Rhen Shuemaker both of Paducah, KY, and Kylan Coleman of Jacksonville, FL. Those serving as pallbearers are Michael Etheridge, Luke Shuemaker, Luke Isbell, Keith McCafferty, Jamie Perry, and Todd Perry.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, June 9, 2026, and from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 10, 2026, with Mickey Brackin and Gary Hughes officiating. Interment will follow at Lawrence County Memorial Gardens in Lawrenceburg, TN. The family suggests memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Delton T. Perry was born on July 26, 1939 and passed away on June 4, 2026 at NHC Healthcare of Scott. He was preceded in...
06/05/2026

Delton T. Perry was born on July 26, 1939 and passed away on June 4, 2026 at NHC Healthcare of Scott.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Calvin and Mary Marwilla Davis Perry; one sister, Martha Perry; and five brothers, Charles, Sam, Pete, Georgie, and Glenn Perry.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Lou Perry; his son, Doug Perry (Debbie); and his daughter, Anita Inman (Steve). He is also survived by his sister, Corinne Perry; and one brother, Clyde Perry (Paula). He was a proud grandfather to two granddaughters, Stephanie Evers (Ryan) and Nola Simbeck (Rone). His greatest joy was his four great-grandchildren: Rhet, Cora, and Cruz Simbeck, and Hazel Grace Evers.

Delton was many things to many people; a student of history, mechanic, sports fan, and aviator. If you needed a missing part, he probably had one - and if he didn't, he could make one. Throughout his life, Delton accomplished many things. He served in the Army Reserve, was a founding member of the New Prospect Volunteer Fire Department, and retired after 20 years of faithful service at the Lawrenceburg Utility System.

Although Delton was retired, he never stopped doing what he loved: fixing things and working on airplanes with his friends. While he was a man of few words, people listened when he spoke. He always seemed to have a riddle, a story, or bit of advice that was exactly what someone needed to hear. Delton will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

As he would say, "See you later, Kingfish," "Don't go away mad, just go away," and our favorite, "Open your eyes, open your ears, and here we go."

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 2:00 PM Sunday, June 7, 2026, with Billy Beal officiating. Interment will follow at Lawrence County Memorial Gardens in Lawrenceburg, TN. The family suggests memorials be made to New Prospect Fire Department. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Jeff Smith was born on August 1, 1966, and died at home on May 29, 2026. He was a long-haul driver for several years and...
05/30/2026

Jeff Smith was born on August 1, 1966, and died at home on May 29, 2026. He was a long-haul driver for several years and grew up as a member of Meadow View Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas L. and Norma Belew Smith; grandparents, Tom and Mary Ann Carter Smith, and Hattie Anthony Belew.

He is survived by his sister, Gail Stanford (Tom); close cousins, David, Sheila, and Tasha Smith; and special friends. Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Leoma Church of Christ. A memorial service will be conducted at Leoma Church of Christ at 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 9, 2026, with Rodney Livingston officiating. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

Merinda Hendrix Gieske, age 86, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at her residence. She was a native...
05/30/2026

Merinda Hendrix Gieske, age 86, of Lawrenceburg, TN passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at her residence. She was a native of Danville, VA, co-owner of Hendrix Vending Co. and a member of Mars Hill Methodist Church. Mrs. Gieske enjoyed playing bridge and cross stitching. She also loved watching the UT Vols play football.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Gieske; her parents, Luther H., Sr. and Pearl O. Hudson Hendrix; and one brother, Mark Hendrix.

She is survived by three daughters, Gina Haddix (Alex) of Lawrenceburg, TN, Gaye Gieske of Lawrenceburg, TN, and Vicki Forsythe (Jeff Franklin) of Lawrenceburg, TN; one brother, Luke Hendrix (Nancy) of Murfreesboro, TN; six grandchildren, Rachel Lombardo (Joe), Adam Thompson (Jennifer), Blair Haddix, Rebekah Spence, Chelsea Forsythe, and Laura Forsythe; ten great-grandchildren; and Socks, her faithful canine companion of 12 years.

Arrangements are being handled by Neal Funeral Home, 231 N. Military Avenue, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sunday, May 31, 2026, at Neal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at Neal Funeral Home at 4:00 PM Sunday, May 31, 2026, with Tory Shane Dillard officiating. Interment will follow at Mimosa Cemetery in Lawrenceburg, TN. Condolences may be sent by way of our website at www.nealfuneralhome.net.

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