In Loving Memory of Melinda Lee Culver May 4, 1950 – April 13, 2025
Melinda Lee Culver, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong educator, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the age of 74.
Born on May 4, 1950, Melinda was the daughter of the late John [Jack] Wyatt Lee Sr. and Iva Boyd Lee. She was also preceded...
Michael Brian Gresham was born in Greenville, S.C. on January 7, 1964, to parents Beverly and Jim Gresham. He passed away April 13, 2025, in Nashville, after a sudden critical illness.
Mike was proceeded in death by his father Jim Gresham and his older brother Jack Gresham. He is survived by his mother Beverly Gresham and two brothers Greg Gresham(Vicky), Tim...
Hazel Baldwin passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born on February 22, 1935, in Springfield, TN.
Hazel was known throughout her life as a very hard worker, dedicating many years to her career at Pep Industries and Stouffer Chemical Company. Her commitment to her work reflected her strong work ethic.
Hazel is preceded in death...
David F. Fleckenstein (Scooter), 61, passed away April 12, 2025 in Lexington, Tennessee.
He is survived by his wife, Sherry; 4 children, Kristen, David III (Coplen), Kate (Daniel), and George (Dawn); 9 grandchildren; mother, Betty Joyce Poyner; brother, Roger (Mariell); step-sisters, Mitzie (David), and Melanie (Kenneth); 3 nieces and 1 nephew; aunt, Judy Poyner, and 5 cousins; as well as many...
Donald Presley Paul sadly passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born near Webster Groves, Missouri on January 22, 1948, to the parents of Shirley and Presley Paul, and lived a life full of adventure and outdoor experiences.
In his youth he played baseball, developing a life-long love of the game and his favorite team—the...
Hazel Marie Buttrey, born on September 9, 1927, in Bon Aqua, TN, passed away on April 11, 2025, in Franklin, TN.
Preceded in death by her loving husband Finis Edward “Ed” Buttrey; brothers John Tidwell, Harvel Tidwell; sister Jewel Daugherty; parents Lewis E Tidwell and Annie Lee Tidwell.
Survived by her children Harold (Sue) Buttrey, Neva Buttrey, Teresa (Donnie) Harris; grandchildren James...
Lewis (“Lou”) Anthony George Solomon, Sr., of Kingston Springs,Tennessee, departed from this world on April 9, 2025 at the age of 93. He was a warm and generous friend and a devoted husband and father.
Lou was born on October 27, 1931 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Rose Marie and Samuel B. Solomon as one of the oldest of what would grow...
Donald Wayne Wilkes peacefully passed away to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the evening of April 9 while surrounded by loving family members. On February 16, 1941, Don was the second child born to Ruth Seibert Wilkes and Waid Wilkes in Memphis, Tennessee. While living on E. Olive Street Don heard Christian hymns being piped throughout the neighborhood...
Herman Wayne DePriest, a beloved church organist, devoted family man, and music enthusiast, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on September 8, 1954, in Clarksville, Tennessee, Herman's life was characterized by his deep love for God, his family, and the art of music.
Herman's educational journey took him to Austin Peay, where he honed his musical talents,...
Shirley Ann Beech, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Dickson, TN. She was born on October 14, 1946, in Madison, TN.
Preceding her in death is her parents, Richard and Katherine McGee, and her brothers William, Tommy, and Richard McGee, as well as her sister Dorothy Layton.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Steve Beech; daughter Shana (Ryan) Vehling; grandchildren...
Shirley Carter Robert, widow of James R. Robert, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend who filled the lives of those around her with warmth and compassion.
Survived by her loving children Billy Joe (Debbie) Carter, Jonathan Lee (Kathy) Carter, Jan Carter Stumbo, Jean C. Atkinson, James Ralph (Irene)...
Margie Joyce was born in Coble, Tennessee on April 29, 1942, to James and Eva Lynn. Her family moved to Nashville where she met the love of her life and husband of 60 years Hansford Pedigo.
Being 16, their parents wouldn’t allow them to get married, so they had an uncle drive them to Kentucky, where they were denied but had...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Heil, who left us on April 1, 2025. Bob was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his kindness, patience, generosity, and adventurous spirit.
Born in Louisville Kentucky on May 17th, 1939, Bob lived a life full of love and dedication to his family and friends....
James Norman Holcombe Sr., 81, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Norm is preceded in death by his father, James A. Holcombe; his mother, Margaret C. Holcombe; and his daughter, Kimberly Dawn Holcombe. He is survived by his wife, Dionne; his son, James N. Holcombe Jr. (Liz); his sister, Anne Vaughn (Rev. Bert...
Mr. Larry Gordon Thompson was born in Nashville, TN on September 25, 1941, to Charles Ray and Lucile Page Thompson. Larry graduated from Cohn High School and went on to complete his Bachelor’s degree at Belmont College. He fostered a successful career as an agent with Provident Life Insurance in the Middle Tennessee area and moved to Illinois in the...
I was born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1942 and have always had the luck of the Irish. I had a loving supportive family which includes my parents, Don and Leona and my brother, Howard. The smartest thing I ever did was marry Cathy—my soulmate and love of my life for over 50 years.
I got a good education at Michigan...
Louise Leonard Black, age 84, passed away on March 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Charles Allen Black. Louise was born in Columbus, Georgia, to Alexander Lewis Leonard and Edna Augusta Allen on August 26, 1940. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1958 and earned a Bachelor of Arts...
Robert H. Holt, affectionately known as "The Chief," peacefully departed this life on March 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on November 27, 1927, in Florence, Alabama, Robert was a beloved son of Ethel Spain Holt and Robert Hightower Holt. He grew up in Collinwood, Tennessee, surrounded by a large family, one of eight children.
A man of remarkable talent and...
Betty Jo Clark Swift, 89, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Betty Jo will be remembered for her resilience, sharp sense of humor, and feisty spirit. She was devoted to her family and friends, a constant source of generosity and loyalty. Above all, “Mimi” was cherished...
Nelson Edward Shankle, 84, of Nashville Tennessee left us peacefully on March 27, 2025.
Born on October 7, 1940, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nelson was the son of C.B. Shankle and Nell Lett Shankle and raised by his stepmother, Mary Francis Lemon. He grew up with two brothers, George and Bob Shankle. Nelson graduated salutatorian from Humboldt High school where his father...