Obituaries

Sep 26, 2024

Patricia Ann Whaley Fisher Hess, a cherished soul, was born on July 1, 1942, illuminating the lives of everyone who knew her. She passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and love.

Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, John Thomas Whaley, and Edna Williams; brother, Gary Whaley; and husbands, James Ronnie Fisher, and...

Sep 26, 2024

Richard Dean Breece, born October 24, 1952 passed on September 26, 2024 precedes his wife, Gayle Breece of 40 years, his four children, Carl (Lisa) Silcox, Kristy Blythe, Renee (Jerry) Petty and Kim Clendenning, his 25 grand and great grandchildren and his 6 siblings, Ronnie (Carol) Breece, Jane (Ben) Hannah, Ray (Denise) Williams, June (Randy) Hutchings, Joel (Michelle) Shaver and...

Sep 25, 2024

RICHARD HENRY “DICK” SITTEL

Dick was born in 1943 and died September 25, 2024. He died at his home with Suzi by his side following a 2 year courageous battle against pancreatic cancer. He was a native Nashvillian and grew up in the Melrose area of Nashville with his parents Chester and Norna Sittel and his older brother Chester; all of...

Sep 23, 2024

Mildred Allene Chester, affectionately known as “Mil” and “Granny Mil", of Pegram, Tennessee passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024. She was born in Manchester, Tennessee on June 27, 1936. 

Mildred was known for her joyful and loving spirit as she served God and others. She loved spending time with her family, sewing and gifting baby blankets, and writing poetry and...

Sep 22, 2024

Mary Singleton, born on December 29, 1941, passed away on September 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and wanderlust. A remarkable woman with a spirit as vibrant as a favorite color, yellow, Mary touched the lives of many and will be sorely missed. 

Mary is preceded in death by her father, Bruce Loyd Cook; mother, Annie Laura Smithey...

Sep 19, 2024

William Robert Tulloss, known affectionately as Bill, passed away peacefully at home on September 19, 2024, just a day after celebrating his 96th birthday. Born on September 18, 1928, in Nashville, Tennessee, Bill lived a life marked by dedication, achievement, and a passion for his interests.

 

Bill's professional journey began after he graduated from Tennessee Preparatory School in 1948. He started...

Sep 18, 2024

Peggy Jean Maynor Glenn, age 75 of Barnesville passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Piedmont Hospital.

Peggy was born in Barnesville, Georgia on February 4, 1949. Her parents, Leonard Maynor and Eva Mae Higgins, husband, Herschell Glenn all preceded her in death. She was a retired insurance administrator in the medical field. She was a member of Antioch Baptist...

Sep 16, 2024

William Francis Danaher, Jr., passed away on September 16, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 74. Born on April 7, 1950, in Brooklyn, New York, he led a life rich with passion and dedication to both his career and the people he cherished.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Helen Danaher.

Bill leaves behind his loving...

Sep 15, 2024

Phyllis Wycoff, age 81, of Pegram, TN passed away on September 15, 2024, as we held her hands and spoke words of love. Phyllis was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 31, 1943. 

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Jim Wycoff, her precious son Ron, and her parents, Alice Rowland and Stanley Smith Sr, and her...

Sep 15, 2024

Elliott "Hot" Spain Kestner, passed away peacefully in Nashville, TN, on September 15, 2024. Born on February 13, 1932, Hot’s journey began in the heart of Bellevue, where he would go on to create life filled with passion and devotion.

Hot is preceded in death by his loving wife Doris Ruth Kestner, parents Daniel and Marie Kestner; his nieces, Jamie Kestner...

Sep 12, 2024

Sep 12, 2024

Carol Ann Thomason, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee, just one day shy of her 90th birthday. Born on September 13, 1934, in White Bluff, Tennessee.

Preceded in death by her husband William Thomason and parents Paul and Doye Tidwell. 

She is survived by her children Julie Huffman, Amy (Mark) Andreola, Lee...

Sep 11, 2024

Anna Johnson, born on January 8, 1942, left this world on September 11, 2024, surrounded by the warmth and love she so generously shared throughout her life. She was a beacon of joy and kindness, cherished by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was the true definition of a Christian and lived this out with her faithfulness...

Sep 11, 2024

Helen “Frosty” Jones Worley of Nashville, Tennessee, died September 11, 2024, at the age of 100. Frosty was born on June 24th, 1924 in Nashville, the daughter of John Woodfin Jones and Helen Scholl Jones. 

In September 1944, Frosty married James Douglas “Doug” Worley in Atlanta, Georgia. The couple moved across the country with Doug’s active service in the Air Force...

Sep 8, 2024

James “Jimmy” Axley Gilmer, Jr., 83, of Amarillo, TX, passed away on September 8th, 2024.

 

A follower of Jesus, Jimmy was an active member of Brook Hollow Church for over 40 years before retiring in Amarillo. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, son, and friend.

 

Born in Chicago, Illinois , to James (Jim) Axley Gilmer, Sr. and Abby Elizabeth...

Sep 8, 2024

Bentley Delancy, a vibrant soul born on July 1, 2009, left this world far too soon on September 8, 2024. His spirit was a tapestry of joy, woven with threads of humor and love. Bentley’s delightful goofiness and great sense of humor brought light to every room he entered, captivating the hearts of family and friends. 

Bentley is preceded in death...

Sep 8, 2024

Dorothy Ruth Allen Solomon passed away at her home in Nashville on September 8, 2024, at age 96. She was born in Bedford County, TN on July 17, 1928.

She was an Army wife for 20 years, living in Japan and Germany before settling in Bellevue, TN in 1968 when it was still "country". She later worked at Harpeth Clock and...

Sep 8, 2024

Johnna G. Bandy was born on May 25th, 1963 in Madison, Tennessee and passed away on September 9th, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. 

Johnna is preceded in death by her father, James “Gib” Bandy; mother, Mary Elizabeth Bandy; sister, Gwen Elizabeth Jinnette; nephew, Russell Harvey Jinnette; as well as multiple aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

Johnna is survived by her sisters, Lynn Hoover and...

Sep 5, 2024

Willard Jerald “Jerry” Tucker, 74, of Brentwood, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024. A follower of Jesus, Jerry was an active member of Brentwood Hills church of Christ. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend.

Born in Evansville, Indiana to Willard and Zula Belle Tucker on April 28, 1950, Jerry graduated from North High School in...

Sep 5, 2024

Damion Adam Pruett, born on June 20, 1972, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away on September 5, 2024. 

He is survived by his loving wife, Tera Pruett, with whom he shared thirty wonderful years of marriage. Together they raised two children, Brandy Pruett and Brad Pruett. Damion took pride in being a grandfather to Nathaniel, Nicholas, Makayla, and Sophia, and his joy...