Obituaries
Ronald D Holt
Jan 18, 2026
Ronald D. Holt, affectionately known as Ron, was born on June 20, 1948, and left this world on January 18, 2026. He dedicated an admirable 40 years of his life to the Nashville Fire Department, a commitment that exemplified his unwavering dedication and hard work. Ron was not only a respected member of the fire department but also a loving...
Mary Frances Forsee
Jan 16, 2026
Mrs. Mary Frances (Terrell) Forsee, of Smyrna, TN, graduated to heaven on January 16, 2026, at 91 years of age. Born November 9, 1934, she was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Subby Lonzo Forsee, on May 10, 2016.
She is survived by her four children:
Rev. Gary Forsee of Springfield, MO; grandsons Philip (Heather) Forsee of Ozark, MO...
Noah Anthony Pullum
Jan 15, 2026
Noah Anthony Pullum
Lived June 26, 1955 to January 15, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his 3 children, Crystal Dawn, Jennipher Lee and son David Anthony Cole Pullum, His father, Sidney Pullum, His mother Martha Pullum, sister, Brenda Phillips and three brothers, Pat Pullum, Danny Pullum and Paul Pullum.
He served in the US Marine Corps Reserves for 12 years as...
Frances Lavenia "Vickie" Foriest
Jan 13, 2026
Vickie passed away at age 78 on Tuesday, January 13th, at Etowah Health & Rehabilitation in Etowah, Tennessee.
Vickie was born in Nashville, Tennessee to Alvin Hornberger and Frances Weatherby. Vickie was a graduate of Cohn High School, Class of 1965. Vickie was married for 24 years to Larry Foriest, and they had two children: Larry Wayne Foriest II and Kellie...
John Farrell Hall
Jan 11, 2026
John Farrell Hall, of Bon Aqua, Tennessee, unexpectedly passed away at his home on January 11, 2026, at the age of 57.
John was born on December 31, 1968, in Nashville, Tennessee, to parents Barbara Ann Hall and David Albert Hall, Sr. John was a graduate of Pearl Cohn High School where he excelled academically and athletically. He later attended Austin...
Ernest Henry "Rocky" Coe
Jan 10, 2026
Ernest Henry “Rocky” Coe went to his eternal home with God on January 10, 2026. Son of Robert Coe and Norma Sneed Coe, Rocky was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. He lived there and in Liles, Tennessee in his early years. He and his family later moved to Hickman County, where Rocky attended high school.
Rocky is preceded in death by his...
Carolyn Hubbard Tanner
Jan 9, 2026
Carolyn Hubbard Rains Tanner, a resident of Nashville, Tennessee, passed from this life on Friday, January 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Ripley, TN, on September 24, 1936. Always beautiful, Carolyn was crowned Miss Ripley, Miss Strawberry Festival in Humboldt, and Miss West Tennessee, all while a student at Ripley High School. She maintained strong friendships...
Taimour Hazim Allos
Jan 6, 2026
Taimour Hazim Allos passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2026. Taimour was born in Mosul, Iraq on October 22, 1962. He was the youngest of six children and spent the first 30 years of his life in Iraq. He graduated from the University of Mosul’s School of Engineering in 1986. He also was an avid beekeeper; selling honey was his...
John William Logston Sr. "Bill"
Jan 6, 2026
John William Logston Sr. “Bill”, a devoted family man and cherished friend, passed away on January 6, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 88. Born on October 30, 1937, Bill lived a life enriched by love, loyalty, and a steadfast dedication to his family and friends.
Bill was known for his generous spirit and relentless determination to support those...
Jeanne Evans Smith
Jan 5, 2026
Jeanne Evans Smith
Nashville Fashion Designer
Jeanne Evans Smith, renown Nashville fashion designer, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. She was born on July 19, 1932, in Johnson City, Tennessee, to Boyd McCutchen Evans Sr. and Mary Haun Evans.
Jeanne graduated from West High School and went on to attend Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri, where she studied her lifelong passion, fashion...
Ana Maria Vicens
Jan 5, 2026
Ana Maria Vicens, a devoted matriarch whose warmth, wit, and boundless love touched generations, passed away on January 5, 2025. She was born on April 17, 1934, in Jayuya, Puerto Rico, and lived a life rich with family, culture, and joy.
She is predeceased by her mother, Adela Santos; her father, Ruperto Gonzalez; her beloved husband of 65 years, Agustin Rivera;...
Alda Nadine Burkeen
Jan 3, 2026
Alda Nadine Cox Hutcherson Burkeen was born in Williamson County, Tennessee on February 24, 1930, to the late Clarence and Bertha Martin Cox. She entered eternal rest in Franklin, Tennessee, on January 3, 2026, at the age of 95 years.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husbands Harding Hutcherson and Bobby Burkeen, brother Baxter Cox,...
Carolyn Modisher
Jan 3, 2026
Carolyn Ruth Pierce Modisher was born October 29, 1921 and died January 3, 2026. She is survived by daughter Christine Modisher, son James Modisher (Susi), grandchildren Heidi Steele (Garrick) and Dustin Modisher (Jen Brown), and great grandson Gavin Steele.
Carolyn was born to Frank and Nellie Pierce in Painted Post, New York on a farm where they grew and picked strawberries...
Maritza Buenahora
Jan 3, 2026
Maritza Buenahora passed away peacefully at home with family on January 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of nearly forty-five years, Dr. Arturo Buenahora Muñoz, her son Carlos Orlando Buenahora, her parents Amelia Ordóñez de Bernal and Carlos Bernal Gonzales, and her brother Jaime Bernal Ordóñez.
Born on October 10, 1937, in Bogotá, Colombia, Maritza studied...
Ernest Benjamin "Toby" Quinn Jr.
Jan 3, 2026
Our beloved Toby was born in Nashville, TN on September 19, 1934, and died in St. Thomas West on January 3, 2026, at the age of 91. Toby is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest B. Quinn and Alice S. Quinn, and his sister, Ameila (Roland) Johnson. He is survived by his devoted wife whom he only referred to...
Rosemary Hayes
Jan 2, 2026
Rosemary “Rosie” Edson Hayes, 79, passed away peacefully, with family by her side on January 2, 2026.
Born in Springfield, Tennessee, on December 20, 1946, to Gilliam Edson and Margaret Lee. Raised by her mother and Stepfather, Harold Lee, Rosie grew up as one of five children and attended Hillwood High School. She raised her family and built her life in...
Kathryn "Kay" Overfield
Jan 1, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kathryn Hamilton Jones Overfield, lovingly known as Kay, on January 1, 2026, at the age of 85. Kay was born at Vanderbilt Hospital, on Christmas Day in 1940, to the late William Reuben Jones and the late Laura Lee Lassiter Jones. She was an only child. A lifelong Nashville...
Venable Lane Lewis III
Jan 1, 2026
Venable Lane Lewis III
(May 23, 1933 – January 1, 2026)
Venable Lane "Lane" Lewis III, 92, of Nashville, passed away on January 1, 2026. Born to the late Venable Lane Lewis Jr. and Janet Rife Lewis, he grew up in McMinnville, graduating from Central High School in 1951.
A proud U.S. Army veteran and Vanderbilt graduate (Class of 1958), Lane retired after...
Hollister Summers Harrison
Dec 31, 2025
Hollister Summers Harrison, aged 93, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor Jacqueline “Jackie” (Croston) Harrison and is survived by his three children: Jeannine “Jennie” Harrison Powell of Jacksonville, FL, David Summers Harrison of Nashville, TN and Laura Hollister Suzanne Harrison of Franklin, TN. He is grandfather to three...
Barbara Ruth Emerton
Dec 30, 2025
Barbara Ruth Emerton, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, was born on January 5, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee. It is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing on December 30, 2025. Barbara's spirit was one of warmth and generosity, and her commitment to serving others was evident throughout her lifetime.
Barbara is preceded in death by her...
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