Obituaries
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...
James Wayne Kelly
Feb 26, 2026
James Wayne Kelly, age 84, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026. He was born on August 20, 1941, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Jim retired as Plant Manager from Teledyne Firth Sterling after many dedicated years of service. Following retirement, he treasured the time spent on his farm. He had a deep love for his Allis-Chalmers tractors and...
Valerie Marie Rash
Feb 26, 2026
Valerie Marie Rash, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, left this world on February 26, 2026, after courageously battling cancer for six long years. She was born on February 11, 1975, and from the very beginning, Val brought light, laughter, and an unmistakable warmth into the lives of those around her. Her life was marked by love, strength, and...
Lewis Daniel "Danny" Harless Jr.
Feb 25, 2026
Lewis Daniel "Danny" Harless, Jr., 89, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, surrounded by his family, following a long, courageous battle with dementia. He was born in Nashville, TN to the late Lewis Daniel Harless, Sr. and Lady Claire Neely Harless. He spent his formative years in many cities, Savannah, Detroit, and Cleveland, but most of his adult life...
Katherine "Kathy" Emmons
Feb 22, 2026
Katherine “Kathy” Natalia Emmons was born on April 21, 1941, in Foam Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada to Michael and Wasylina Fedak. She passed away on February 22, 2026, surrounded by immense love and her children, Tammy and Jason. She was the most special Baba to her granddaughters Taylor and Carly who she loved, and was loved by, more than anything in...
Lavelle Wood
Feb 22, 2026
Lavelle Mae Wood, a principled and articulate woman of deep faith, passed away surrounded by the love of her family on February 22, 2026. Born on October 9, 1939, in Cherokee, Iowa, Lavelle was the daughter of Mae Labertha Thomassen and James Phillip Brockway.
She grew up in Pella, Iowa, alongside her brother, Jack Brockway, who was married to the late...
Dolores Schnittjer
Feb 20, 2026
Dolores Pearl (Richmond) Schnittjer, a devoted mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 in her home. After a day of sunshine and visiting with friends, she closed her eyes, with her Bible in front of her bookmarked at Psalm 23 and stepped into the arms of our loving Savior. She was surely greeted by her...
Albert Clark Leverette
Feb 19, 2026
Albert Clark Leverette, age 74 of Madison, TN, passed on February 19, 2026, at home, surrounded by family.
Albert was born January 23, 1952, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Albert Jenkins Leverette and Beatrice Odell Bateman. He was a retired window washer.
Preceded in death by his grandparents: Oliver Jenkins Leverette and Annie Price Watts Leverette; Uncle Frank Leverette and Aunt...
Tommy Garland Potts, Sr.
Feb 18, 2026
Tommy Potts Sr. was born September 25, 1942, in Nashville, TN. He passed away on February 18, 2026, at the age of 83, surrounded by family and hospice nurse, Carol Wilson RN.
He performed forty years of service as a member of the Nashville Fire Department (1964-2004) and eventually held the highest rank of Captain. He was a 32nd degree Mason,...
Barbara Jane Holloway
Feb 16, 2026
Barbara Jane Holloway was born on August 27th, 1957, in Nashville Tennessee. She transitioned into peace on February 16th, 2026 at the age of 68 surrounded by an abundance of love.
We wish to acknowledge our family angel Teresa Potter our boots on the ground our connector to Barbara’s world and residence family. Thank you Fran Clippard at The Center for...
Abida Brawley
Feb 14, 2026
Abida Brawley, lovingly known as Abi, passed away peacefully at home on 14 February 2026.Born in Bombay, India, on 18 October 1941, she was the cherished daughter of the late Rahim Baksh and Hajira Begum. From the very beginning, Abi lived life on her own terms. She was spirited, independent, and entirely unforgettable; a woman who left a lasting impression...
Bethsaida Mora Juarez
Feb 14, 2026
Bethsaida Mora Juarez, age 91, of Dickson, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Bethsaida was born in Brownsville, Texas on March 6, 1934, the daughter of the late Jose Julio Mora and Maria Lambert. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jose Juarez Sr.; as well as her eldest son, Jose Juarez, Jr.
Bethsaida...
Michael David Blaylock
Feb 14, 2026
Michael David Blaylock age 68 of Primm Springs, TN passed away February 14,2026. He was a loving husband, brother, father and grandfather.
He followed in his father’s footsteps when he chose his 47 year career as a Tool & Die Maker in the plastic ejection mold industry.
His recreational time was spent on the water from sunup to sundown fishing for bass,...
Karl Gustave Delfs
Feb 13, 2026
Karl Gustave Delfs, 64, of Kingston Springs, TN, passed away on February 13, 2026.
Born in St. Petersburg, Florida, Karl was a championship swimmer at Vero Beach High School before answering the call to serve his country. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1981 to 1989, a period of his life that shaped his character and dedication.
Karl was a man...
Gail Singleton Given
Feb 11, 2026
Born in Spartanburg, SC to James and Frances Singleton.
Married to Bill Given in 1953 and raised 3 wonderful children.
After moving to Nashville in 1969, Gail became an active member of Belle Meade United Methodist Church. She was also interested in government and was an active member of the Women’s Republican Club to which she served as president. During this time...
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...
Tim Donovan
Feb 10, 2026
Timothy Daniel Donovan, Sr., 74, of Franklin, Tenn., passed away peacefully at his home on February 10, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 7, 1951, in Sioux City, Iowa, Tim was the youngest child of Inez (Anderson) and Freeman Donovan. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Dale Donovan, Pat (Donovan) Sappingfield, Shirley Donovan, Paul Donovan, Mary...
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...
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