Obituaries

Oct 16, 2024

Nick, at age 24, passed away in the state of Montana on September 14, 2024. 

He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on September 24, 1999. Nick was a resident of Chattanooga, TN where he attended and recently graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Following his graduation, he went to Montana for the season to apprentice as a fly-fishing guide....

Oct 14, 2024

Gerald Richard Wheat, loving husband and father, and lifelong Presbyterian minister, died October 14, 2024 at his residence in Nashville, Tennessee. Born February 9, 1930 in Hamden, New York, he is preceded in death by his parents Irving and Elsie Wheat of Hamden, New York; his brothers Ralph, Donald, Carlton, and Bruce; and his wife of 65 years, Mildred Rebecca...

Oct 10, 2024

Shelia Gail Garton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away in Dickson, Tennessee on October 10, 2024, at the age of 68. Born on December 4, 1955, Shelia spent her life surrounded by the natural beauty of her beloved backroads and cherished the simple joys that life has to offer.

Preceded in death by her parents Delmer and Kathleen Garton...

Oct 10, 2024

Shirley “Fay” Teats, a devoted wife, beloved grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 10, 2024, at the age of 76. Born in Springfield, Tennessee, on March 1, 1948, Fay’s spirit was as vibrant and beautiful as the flower gardens she tended throughout her life.

Fay is preceded in death by her parents, Walter Brent Felts and Mary Nancy Browning; children,...

Oct 10, 2024

Formerly of Bon Aqua and Lyes, TN, Jeanette Underhill passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024, at The Lodge at Natchez Trace. 

She was born on October 17, 1945, in Bon Aqua, TN, the eleventh and last of the children of Miller and Rosa Tidwell. 

Jeanette is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Underhill, parents Miller and Rosa Tidwell; brothers Lynol Tidwell,...

Oct 9, 2024

Gary Holmes Baker passed away at his home in Nashville, Tennessee on October 9, 2024 at age 69.

Gary is survived by his wife of 45 years, Betty Henry Baker; father, Garnet H. Baker of Bowling Green, Kentucky; brother, Phillip Baker (Christi) of Redding, California; sister, Liesa Baker of Nashville, Tennessee; sisters-in-law, Lucille Oliver of Guernsey, Ohio, Cheryl Wolfe (Ron) of...

Oct 9, 2024

Mary Angela Sircy, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away on October 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unforgettable culinary delights. Born on August 18, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Angela was a radiant spirit whose quick wit and generous soul filled every room. 

Angela is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Dean Sircy, stepdaughter, Melanie...

Oct 9, 2024

We remember Barbara Anne Clark, whose spirit departed from us on October 9, 2024, at the age of 91. Barbara has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. We invite all who cherished Barbara to join us in a ceremony of remembrance at Harpeth Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery on Tuesday,...

Oct 8, 2024

Larry Wayne Ivey was born November 18th, 1956, in Nashville, TN, to Elmer ‘Popcorn’ Ivey and Dorothy Marie Ivey. A welder by trade, Larry was known to work multiple jobs to help provide for his family. After his retirement, two years ago, Larry was able to do what he loved, spending time with family, friends, and his best doggie buddy...

Oct 7, 2024

Norma Ellis, a cherished member of her community and a beacon of inspiration for many, passed away on October 7, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on April 30, 1941, Norma's life was marked by her passion for athletics, education, and uplifting those around her.

Norma is preceded in death by her parents, Ashley Leon White and Willie Berta Cousar...

Oct 5, 2024

John Andrew “Andy” Gass, 68, of Nashville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on October 5th, 2024. 

Born on January 11, 1956 in Springfield, Tennessee to Bill and Betsye Gass, Andy was the older brother of David Gass. The family moved from Springfield to Clarksville where Andy graduated from Clarksville High School in 1974. He then graduated from Austin...

Oct 4, 2024

Jane Hunter Delaney, age 77, passed away peacefully at her home in Nashville on October 4, 2024. She was born on February 12, 1947, to the late Raymond James Hunter and Maxine Poole.

Jane was a graduate of Cohn High School in Nashville, Tennessee. She was of the Church of Christ denomination. Jane loved to travel anywhere that she was able....

Oct 3, 2024

Oct 1, 2024

Robert “Bob” Paul Guenther, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024 in Nashville, TN. He was born to Jane and Paul Guenther in Somerville, NJ, on February 1, 1960. 

Bob is survived by his loving wife of almost 28 years, Cathy Guenther; sons, Bobby Guenther, Rich (Marsha) Matthai; grandchildren Coleman Matthai, Easton Matthai; sister Lynne Gates; sister-in-law Carole Ann Bach; brother-in-law...

Sep 30, 2024

Bettye Rose Olive, 84, of Nashville, TN passed away September 30, 2024.

 Bettye was born March 7, 1940, in Nashville, TN to the late Adron and Johnetta Carver. Bettye is survived by her daughter, Cheryl; son, Richard; her four grandchildren and her nine great grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling, exercising, gardening, meeting new people, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Sep 30, 2024

Ida May Ingram, affectionately known as GraGra, passed away at the age of 80 on September 30, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on August 13, 1944, in Trezevant, TN.

Ida May is preceded in death by her daughter Frankie Lynn Ingram; sister Dorothy "Dot" Lowe; brothers Bobby Lowe, Wayne Lowe, Tommy Lowe, Joe Lowe; parents Arthur and Ruby Lowe. 

She is...

Sep 28, 2024

Herb, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of September 28, 2024. Herb lived a full and joy filled life, centered around his deep faith, his love for his family, and his sincere heart for serving others. He also loved his country deeply, proudly serving in the Air Force and Air Force Reserves. 

He is...

Sep 27, 2024

Ted Tiesler went home to be with his Savior, Jesus, at his residence in Nashville, TN. The Lord blessed Ted with a wonderful wife, Betty. They were married in 1964. God gave them three children: Libby, Jay and Amanda “Mandy”. Ted is survived by his daughter Amanda Ulrich (Tim); his brother, Tom Tiesler; daughter in law Carrie Tiesler (Ryan); granddaughters...

Sep 26, 2024

Ronnie Smith, affectionately known to many as "Rocky Top," passed away in a tragic car wreck on September 26, 2024, in Hoover, Alabama. He was born on November 22, 1957, in Nashville, Tennessee. Ronnie was a shining light and was a truly a happy-go-lucky spirit, always wearing a smile that could light up the darkest of days with a heart...

Sep 26, 2024

KRUSE, Mary Jean. Age 79. Was born January 8, 1945, in Wichita, KS, and died on September 26, 2024. The third child in a family of eight, she grew up on a farm outside of Wichita, KS, before marrying Michael B. Kruse, who would be her husband of 48 years. They moved to Nashville in 1979, where Michael led the...