Obituaries
Linda Wyatt Hopkins Langley
Feb 11, 2026
Linda Wyatt Hopkins Langley was born on January 5, 1940, in Big Rock, Tennessee. She passed away peacefully on February 11, 2026, at her home in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by an abundance of love. She was the beloved daughter of adoring parents, the late Henry and Pauline Wyatt.
Throughout her life, Linda was admired for her keen intellect and warmth, a...
Randell Earl Holt Sr.
Feb 9, 2026
Randell “Randy” Earl Holt Sr., born on August 8, 1946, in the heart of our cherished community, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026. His life was a testament to dedication, love, and a joyful spirit that touched everyone around him.
Randy is preceded in death by his parents, George and Margaret Holt; brothers, James Holt, William Holt, and Tom Holt.
Randy...
Shane Burton
Feb 9, 2026
Born in Vegas and raised in New Orleans... that tells us a lot about Shane! He had a larger-than-life personality but also quiet. He wore many hats in his lifetime: Son, Uncle, Husband, Father, Friend, Construction worker, DJ, but most important Pops to Hallie. He played golf, umpired, played horseshoes and cornhole, threw darts and Coached baseball and softball. Getting...
Martha Joy Cave
Feb 9, 2026
Martha Joy Cave, 96, of Nashville, passed away on February 9, 2026. Born and raised in Memphis, Joy married Joseph D. Cave at age 17 and relocated to Nashville a few years later.
Joy was a devoted follower of Jesus who lived to encourage others. All she did came from a heart of love. She expressed that best through her delicious...
Clare Adams Smith
Feb 9, 2026
Clare Wynns Adams Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and longtime Nashville resident, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, at 5:55 p.m. CST, at the age of 90.
Born on November 8, 1935, in Union City, Tennessee, Clare was the daughter of the late Edward Reeves Adams and Frances Elizabeth Wynns Adams. She was preceded in death by, Laverte...
Jim Charlet, Jr.
Feb 7, 2026
James Edward Charlet, Jr. (Jim), born November 9, 1940 in Nashville, passed away February 7, 2026 at age 85. He is survived by Barbara, his wife of 50 years, and their children Jamie Young (Kevin) and Caldwell Charlet (Jennifer) and four grandchildren: Sophia and Maya Young, Jameson and Theodore Charlet. He is also survived by sister-in-law Candace Kayne (Art Saunders)...
Caroline Garvin Markham
Feb 6, 2026
Caroline Olivia Markham (neé Garvin), age 30, went home to her king Jesus after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed peacefully and in comfort, surrounded by family members and loved ones. The family thanks the ICU team at MD Anderson Cancer Center for providing such compassionate care to Caroline in her final days.
Caroline was born in Barrington, Illinois, and...
Donald "Tony" Brown
Feb 5, 2026
Tony Brown, 52, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at his home in Franklin, Tennessee, after a courageous three-year battle with metastatic colon cancer. Born on March 4, 1973, in Sylacauga, Alabama, Tony lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep love, and an unwavering commitment to the people who mattered most to him. A devoted husband, loving father,...
Winston Henry Harmon Jr.
Feb 4, 2026
Winston Henry Harmon, Jr., a man who loved his God, family, and country above all else, was called into the arms of his loving Savior on February 4, 2026.
His well-lived life was a testament to his abiding faith in God, unconditional love of family, and strong belief in the power of faith, the value of unborn life, loyalty to his...
Mike Miller
Feb 2, 2026
Michael “Mike” Miller was born on December 17, 1968, and passed away on February 2, 2026. He leaves behind a life defined by hard work, curiosity, and deep love for his children and the people around him. Mike earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Tulsa and worked as a financial advisor for JPMorgan. He was...
Terry Wayne Moore
Feb 2, 2026
Terry Wayne Moore June 15, 1950 - February 2, 2026
Terry Wayne Moore, 75, joined his heavenly father on February 2, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, at his home in Brentwood, Tennessee, where he has resided since 2002. He was formerly a resident of Memphis, Tennessee, where he was born and lived previously.
He is survived by his wife of almost 55...
James G Olenick
Jan 31, 2026
James G. [Jim] Olenick, age 90 of Franklin, TN passed peacefully Saturday, January 31, 2026, with his family at his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen H. Olenick and Frances M. [Hlebovy] Olenick. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Delphine C. McMichael and Mary Frances Rish; his brother, Stephen H. [Smokey] Olenick; and his...
Roy William Olsen
Jan 31, 2026
Roy William Olsen was born on June 18, 1966. He passed away on January 31, 202. Roy was a master printer, known for his dedication to his craft.
Roy enjoyed cooking, camping, and hiking. His fun and adventurous spirit was appreciated by many.
He is survived by his mother, Thorun Olsen; his son, Mark Olsen; his brothers, Karl Olsen and Kris Olsen,...
John Richardson
Jan 30, 2026
John N. Richardson, lovingly known as Johnny, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at the age of 85.
Johnny was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jacqueline (Jackie) Evans Richardson; his parents, Dennis and Eva Richardson; sister, Peggy Joyce Foxall; brother, Roger Dale Richardson; niece, Mittnee Doub; nephew, Ray Foxall; and son-in-law, Marc Travis Logan.
He is survived by his...
Thomas Lee Brown
Jan 30, 2026
The Obituary of Thomas Lee Brown
Thomas Lee Brown, 84, a devoted husband, father, “Pappy,” and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was reunited in Heaven with his son Jeremy.
Tom was born on August 25, 1941, in Wichita, Kansas, the fourth child of Emmitt and Frieda Brown, and was affectionately...
Ann Gentry Moran
Jan 29, 2026
Ann Gentry Moran, a beloved budget manager for the Federal Government and member of her community, passed away on January 29, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on October 7, 1934, in McEwen, Tennessee, Ann lived a life devoted to service, faith, and family.
A proud graduate of the University of Tennessee at Martin, Ann applied her education and talents to her...
Norma D. Witherington
Jan 28, 2026
Norma Dooley Witherington passed away peacefully January 28th, 2026 in Nashville, TN after a brief illness at the age of 94. She was preceded in death by her parents Otis L and Frances Emma Dooley (Lowe)and former spouse Aubrey M Witherington, Jr. She is survived by her sons Aubrey M Witherington, III (Susan), Andrew Witherington, grandson Aubrey M Witherington, IV...
Clarence Leon Partain
Jan 28, 2026
C. Leon Partain, MD, PhD
Clarence Leon Partain, age 85, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, January 28th with his beloved wife, Judy, by his side.
Born in Memphis, Tennessee on July 12, 1940 to Vergie Young and Archie Leon Partain, Leon grew up in West Tennessee where his father served as a pastor and church planter. At the age of...
Sarah Frances Pilkington
Jan 26, 2026
Frances Bracey Pilkington
Born 2/27/32
Died 1/26/26
Parents-
Charles Richard Bracey
Lelia Maude Felts Bracey
One of 13 children
Survived by a sister-
Pat Bracey Dausha
Raised in Nashville,
Graduated from Cohn HS
Preceded in death by Husband
John Earle Pilkington
Survived by children
Jan Pilkington Sweeney(Andy)
John Earle Pilkington , Jr
(Jennifer)
Ashley Pilkington Ownby
(Ed)
Richard Joseph Pilkington
(Mary Winn)
Grandchildren-
Joe Andrew Sweeney,III
(Hannah)
Janet Grace Sweeney
John Earle Pilkington, III
Robert Houston Vick
Chelsea McCafferty
Bernard Edward Ownby,III
Sarah Allison Pilkington
Leah Hope Pilkington
Great grandchildren-
Eliza Ruth...
Michael Carell
Jan 25, 2026
Michael Joseph Carell, 58, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on January 25, 2026, surrounded by love.
Michael was the funniest person in every room—effortlessly quick-witted, endlessly kind, and known for telling the best jokes that could make anyone giggle. He had a rare gift for making people feel at ease and always knew exactly what to say, offering thoughtful advice with...
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