Jean Herman, age 86, of Cookeville formerly of Alexandria, passed away Thursday night January 2, 2025, at her residence. 

She was retired from farming, along with multiple businesses, attended Nash Grove Baptist Church and Mt. Moriah The Baptist Church.

She was born March 5, 1938, to her parents, the late Cecil and Maggie Green Ray. 

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by sister, Becky Thomas; and nephew, Bill Thomas. 

Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Frank Herman; son, Scott Herman; grandson, Gabriel (Taylor) Herman; great granddaughters, Irelynn and WrenLee Herman. 

Funeral service will be held Saturday January 4, 2025, at DeKalb Funeral Chapel with Bro. Gary West and Bro. Leonard Herman officiating and burial followed in Hillview Cemetery in Alexandria. 

Pallbearers were Scott Herman, Gabe Herman, Joe Thomas, Harold Ashford, Sam Herman and Wade Ashford.

In addition to flowers donations can be made to the Mustard Seed Ranch in memory of Ms. Jean. 

DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangements.