Photo courtesy of Hunter Funeral Home - Watertown
Aug 22, 1944 - Feb 10, 2026
Dear Bob, Jason and the entire Haley family,
Kristi and I were sincerely saddened to hear about Loretta's passing. She was a dear friend and neighbor and will surely be missed. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts.
With condolences,
Kristi and Eric Price
Eric Price Eric Price
February 13, 2026 | Columbus, OH | Friend
Family of Loretta,
We are sorry for your loss.
May God comfort all of you as only He can.
Floyd & DiAnne Gaddes
Floyd Gaddes
February 13, 2026 | Watertown, TN | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. She was a precious, sweet, lovely lady. Condolences to Bobby and all the family during this most difficult time. I am so sorry and sending love!!
Connie Spivey
February 12, 2026 | Doyle, TN | Friend
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the Lord bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.
Tara Duncan
February 12, 2026 | Lebanon, TN | Friend
Wayne & family, just wanted to send my condolences on the loss of your mother. I’m sending love & prayers.
Pam (Preston) Nunley
February 12, 2026 | Coalmont, TN | Friend
Loretta was one of the kindest people I have ever known. David and I extend our deepest sympathy to Bob and her family.
Anne Tomlinson
February 12, 2026 | Lebanon, TN | Friend
So sad for the family. She was a loving person. May our Lord be with you during this difficult time.
Wanda Williams
February 12, 2026
To Bob and family We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Loretto. She was a beautiful woman in so many ways. She will be missed by many people. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye.
Linda & Odell Bain
February 12, 2026 | Lebanon, TN | Friend
Loretta Kay Haley age 81 of Watertown, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026. She was born August 22, 1944, daughter of John Smith Haley and Mattie Frances Agee Haley. She was a graduate of Watertown High School, class of 1962.
Loretta is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Bob Haley, children Wayne Yelverton, Jason (Heather) Haley, Justin (Jayrah) Haley. Grandchildren Emily (Tyler) Ausbrooks, Ashley (Drew) Creswell, Kelsey, Courtney and McKenzie Haley. Great grandchild Briggs Creswell. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Bill Haley, sister-in-law Penny Haley and daughter-in-law Valerie Yelverton.
She worked as a bookkeeper and maintained their Century Farm. She was a member of Lebanon Cumberland Presbyterian Church and was an ordained elder for Commerce Cumberland Presbyterian Church. A lover of antiques that she bought, sold and enjoyed displaying in her cabin. She volunteered at the Tennessee State Fair in Fiddler's Grove and was an essential part in creating The Heritage Barn Museum. Member of the Wilson County Garden Guild; she was wonderful with her garden, flowers and treasured her family.
Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Lebanon Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Bro. Kevin Medlin officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital and the Wilson County Humane Society.
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