Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Denise Rachella Sturgell Svoboda, a beacon of love and gentleness, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023, in Hohenwald, at the age of 67. Born on November 14, 1956, in Salem, Ohio, Denise was the cherished daughter of the late Norman and Alice Sturgell. Her warmth and friendliness touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Denise's journey through life was marked by her deep commitment to her family and her work. She was a beloved wife to Clinton James Svoboda for a decade, mother to her daughters Jamie and Tina, and grandmother to Clara. Her siblings, Doug, Darrin, and Diana wil...