Mary Martha Miller

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Mary Martha Rhea Miller 

December 28, 1935 – August 13, 2026

Mary Martha Rhea Miller, age 90, passed away on August 13, 2026.

Martha was a Christian woman whose greatest joy in life was being surrounded by children. She dearly loved her children and grandchildren, but her love extended far beyond her own family; she simply loved children. As long as there were little ones around, Martha was happy and content.

She also enjoyed collecting elephants of all kinds, including figurines, stuffed animals, and other keepsakes. Over the years, her collection became a reflection of something that brought her much happiness.

Above all, Martha will be remembered for the love she had for her family, her warm heart, and the happiness she found in the company of those she loved. Her memory will be cherished by her family and friends and by the many lives she touched throughout her 90 years.

Visitation: will be on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from 11:00 AM – until time of service at Spann Funeral Home.

Funeral Service: will begin at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 from the Chapel of Spann Funeral Home.

Survived by:

Son: James Herbert Sims, Jr.

Daughters:

Frances Kay Sims

Robbie Charlene Mincey (Max)

Donna Fay Pernell

10 Grandchildren:

Chris Sims, James Sims, Tracey Martin, Cody Cunningham, Amy Bell, Amanda Slack

Amber Tidwell, Alyssa Mincey, Brandon Pernell, Jonathan Pernell

20 Great-Grandchildren:

Sekantra, Daniel, Breanna, Elijah, Gracie, Ashton, Peyton, Hunter, Nathaniel

Taylor, Robyn, Alexa, Cheyenne, Lindsay, Austin, Talan, Weston, Owen, Kenadie

and Lucas

6 Great-Great-Grandchildren:

Blakelynn, Skylar, Zoey, Everlee, Allison, Bonnie Grace

As well as many loved nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Burt and Elizabeth Rhea

Sisters: Lois McCord, Edna Motes

Brothers: Robert (Bo) Rhea, Richard (Bud) Rhea, Elmer (Boxie) Bringe,

and Eddie (Toots) Bringe

Husband of 28 years: Robert Lee Miller

Daughter: Martha Jo Miller

Son-in-Law: Jeff Pernell

Great-grandson: Austin Martin

Arrangements entrusted to Spann Funeral Home & Cremation Services, located in Dickson, Tennessee.

Spann Funeral Home serves families throughout Dickson County including Dickson, Charlotte, Burns, White Bluff, Fairview, Bon Aqua, Lyles, and Cumberland Furnace, as well as other surrounding Middle Tennessee communities.