Obituaries
Cecile "Taffy" Armbruster
May 28, 2026
Cecile “Taffy” Armbruster, age 82, a longtime resident of Nashville, went to be with our Lord at peace and surrounded by her loved ones on May 28, 2026. She was born December 26, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri to Margaret O’Connor Baragiola and John Martin Baragiola Sr.
Taffy was raised in St. Louis, where she met the love of her life,...
Lona L Beckwith
May 27, 2026
With hearts full of love and memories, we announce the passing of Lona Louise Beckwith, whose generous spirit and warm presence brightened the lives of all who knew her for 72 years.
Lona departed this life peacefully on May 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, laughter, and love.
Born August 6, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Lona was educated at Hillwood...
Donald Edward Bruce, Sr.
May 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of Donald Edward Bruce Sr.
“Fisheye,” “Smoky,” “Big D”
Donald Edward Bruce Sr., lovingly known as “Fisheye,” “Smoky,” and “Big D,” was born on July 27, 1956, and passed away on May 26, 2026. Donnie was a man whose presence filled every room — known for his laughter, his stories, his strength, and the deep love he had for...
Sarah Frances Bibee
May 25, 2026
Sarah Frances Bibee of Nashville Tn passed away peacefully on 5-25-26. She was born October 14, 1941 in Hickman county to James Allen Vaughn and Lula Frances Martin.
Preceded in death by mother Lula Frances Vaughn. Husband James David Bibee. Brothers Granville, Junior, and Lester Vaughn. Sister Luella Buttrey.
She is survived by daughter Terri (Kenny) Lavender. Son Dave Bibee (Joanne Mann)....
Etta Mai Gibson
May 23, 2026
Etta Mai Gibson, born on January 10, 1945, peacefully passed away on May 23, 2026, at her home in Smyrna, Tennessee. Her life and spirit that touched all who knew her.
Etta is preceded in death by her loving husband, William Gibson Sr.; parents, Buford Jones and Emma Kiger; son, Kevin Brimm; daughters, Jennifer Brimm and Misty Brimm; and sister, Evelyn...
Natalie Marie Stroop
May 22, 2026
Natalie Marie Stroop, age 35, of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly on May 22, 2026.
Natalie was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on February 23, 1991, the daughter of Ronald Stroop and Marie Lester Stroop. She lived with her family in Bellevue and Franklin and spent most of her school years at Christ Presbyterian Academy and Centennial High School.
Natalie was ambitious, courageous, determined,...
Wendell Brunell Conner
May 22, 2026
Wendell Brunell Conner, age 79 of Fairview, TN, passed away May 22, 2026, at NHC Dickson. Born on February 27, 1947, to John Oliver Conner and Mildred Allene (Carter) Conner.
Wendell worked for 23 years at the VA Hospital in Nashville, TN, as a Registered Nurse. He was a member and retired Elder of Pasquo Church of Christ in Nashville, TN,...
Peggy Romersa
May 20, 2026
Peggy Chandler Romersa lived a life defined by vast and varied curiosity. She was creative, tenacious, and at 92, still fiercely independent.
She loved the oboe, dogs of all sorts, and a good book.
She is survived by her children Chelsea and John, her granddaughters Dauphin, Caroline, and Alexa as well as Tad (…and Toast).
Per her request, there will be no funeral.
William "W.K." Dullea
May 20, 2026
William K. Dullea (WK or Ken) , 65, passed peacefully on May 20th at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee. Born to Gloria and Wendell (Dean) Russell in 1960, WK lived most all of his life in Nashville. He found his greatest joy with his two loyal dachshund companions, Molly and Dae. WK was a wonderful and generous friend to many...
James "Jim" Atkeison
May 18, 2026
James Carl Atkeison, of Franklin, passed away surrounded by the love of his family after a life defined by faith, dedication, entrepreneurship, and quiet generosity. He was 73 years old.
Born on August 25, 1952, in Louisville, Jim was the son of Reverend Henry Conn Atkeison and Bobbye Anne Hagan Atkeison. After a brief period living in Sheffield, Alabama, the Atkeison...
Tony Joseph Calvo
May 17, 2026
Tony Joseph Calvo died on May 17, 2026.
He was the son of Angelo Joseph Calvo and Zelma Mai Calvo of Nashville.
He is survived by his daughter Beth Calvo (Michael), life partner Molly Calvo, sister Martha Capley, brother Andy Calvo (Debbie), nieces Leah Calvo, Adelaide Xie (James), and Dayanna Jenkins; nephew David Calvo (Angela); Owen Lopez-Oneal (MaryJo); great nieces, great-nephews, and...
William Bush Herbert III
May 15, 2026
William Bush Herbert, III passed away peacefully at Alive Hospice with his family by his side.
He is preceded in death by his father and mother, William Bush Herbert, Jr. and Rachel Pickering Herbert. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Merilyn Hovey Herbert; his sons, William Bush Herbert, IV and Charles Merrill Herbert; his grandchildren, William Harris...
William "Bill" Jones
May 12, 2026
William E. “Bill” Jones, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 12, 2026.
Born on September 6, 1947, Bill lived a life defined by hard work, innovation, and devotion to his family and community. A graduate of Fairview High School, he spent 10 years working for Nashville Electric Service before pursuing his entrepreneurial spirit.
Bill was well known...
Erin Amanda Wirth
May 8, 2026
Erin Love-Wirth, 44, of Fairview, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2026. Though her time on this earth was far too short, the impact she made on those around her will be felt for generations to come.
Erin proudly served her country in the United States Air Force, where she developed the discipline, resilience, and dedication that would define her...
Thomas "Tom" Spaulding
May 8, 2026
The Nashville music community had no greater advocate than Tom Spaulding. The first time a young Tom picked up his brother’s guitar, he set out on a life path that would serve him the rest of his days.
Tom was born in Mauston, Wisconsin in 1961. From his earliest years, he displayed a love of learning and an aptitude for music....
Jimmy Nelson Smith
May 7, 2026
Jimmy Nelson Smith of Franklin, TN passed away at age 87 surrounded by loved ones on May 7, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sheril Barrett Smith and his daughter Kelly Jean Smith Norton, brothers Steve Smith, Paul Smith and Jack Smith, all of Nashville, TN. Jim is survived by his daughter Kristina Smith of Charleston, SC,...
Robert Steele Cannon
May 7, 2026
Mr. Robert Steele Cannon, age 88, of Nashville, Tennessee passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at The Residence of Alive Hospice surrounded by his family and friends. He was born July 31, 1937, in Graham, Tennessee. Robert was a graduate of Hickman County High School in 1956. His childhood was filled with fond memories of...
Judy Seltzer
May 4, 2026
Judy Erline Seltzer was born on April 2,1953 in Nashville, Tennessee. She was raised in Long Beach, California and came back to Tennessee with her family when she was 16.
She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 4th, 2026.
Judy enjoyed cooking, shopping, and spending time with her family.
She is preceded in death by her son, Johnny Martin Beal (Marty);...
William Arthur Dick Jr.
May 2, 2026
William Arthur Dick, Jr. (Jan. 6, 1967 – May 2, 2026)
It may have been the phrase on the front of one of his favorite Schoolhouse Rock-themed t-shirts, but William Arthur Dick, Jr. was never “just a bill.” Though he battled colorectal cancer for over a decade, passing away on May 2, his passions for the people and things he loved...
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