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John Herring Obituary

John W. Herring, 60, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and formerly of Hardin County, passed away Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro.

John's love for drawing was evident to anyone who knew him. Beyond his artistic endeavors, John had a passion for landscaping, arts and crafts, the outdoors and helping people with unwavering generosity.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald T. Herring; his mother, Sigrid Herring; and a brother, George Herring.

Mr. Herring is survived by three siblings, Ronald T. Herring Jr. and his wife, Kathy, Heidi Jarrell and her husband, Rob, and Herb Herring; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family and friends.

The funeral for Mr. Herring is at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, in the chapel of Chism Family Funeral Home in Vine Grove with Brother Ben Underhill officiating.

Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The News-Enterprise from Jan. 8 to Jan. 12, 2026.

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Regina Wilson

January 10, 2026

I I am a very sorry for your loss and heartache. I wasn't able to see John much this fall and winter because I have been ill. My heart is torn. Much love and many prayers to each of you. God bless.

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