Obituaries
John Kimbro
Oct 28, 2023
A Legacy of Love
John Joseph Kimbro passed away peacefully at home on Saturday evening, October 28, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born July 17, 1938, to the late Katherine Elizabeth and William H. Kimbro. John was a kind and gentle soul with the heart and courage of a warrior. He was a native Nashvillian who loved and...
Gene Arthur Hopkins
Oct 26, 2023
Gene Arthur Hopkins (Hoppy) of Hendersonville, TN peacefully passed away on October 26, 2023 at the age of 82. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, while surrounded by his loving wife and 5 daughters.
Gene was born in Wabash, Indiana on July 5, 1941 to George and Grace Hopkins. He was honored to serve...
Bobby H. Sneed
Oct 26, 2023
Bobby Hugh Sneed, age 89, peacefully passed away on October 26, 2023, in Nashville, TN. He was born on December 12, 1933, in Columbia, TN. to the late John L. Sneed and Lola Lovell Sneed. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife of 35 years, Laquita Joy Sneed and first wife of 25...
Gregory Joe McCann
Oct 18, 2023
Gregory (Greg) Joe McCann of Nashville TN passed away on October 18th, 2023, at the age of 71. He was born on February 1, 1952.
He enjoyed gambling but not losing. His biggest pastime was scratch off cards and watching baseball, and football games. And calling his sister Jackie to talk about the games and all the...
Rita Woodard
Oct 18, 2023
Miss Rita Pauline Woodard passed away peacefully at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee on October 18, 2023. She was born on October 22, 1948, to the late Betty Stephens Baker and Edward Woodard.
She is preceded in death by her loving mother, Betty Stephens Baker; father, Edward Woodard; grandparents, Pauline Harrison Roy, Felix Stephens, Florence Woodard, Marion...
Richard "Dick" Philpot
Oct 17, 2023
Richard "Dick" Philpot, of Nashville, TN.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dick Philpot, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a cherished member of his community. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Dick is survived by his loving wife Betty Hamilton Philpot, who stood by his side throughout their...
Mariellen Lada
Oct 16, 2023
Mariellen Lada of Nashville, TN passed away on October 16th 2023 at the age of 65. She was born on June 10th 1958 to Jack and Rena Lee.
She loved doing arts and crafts, spending time in the sun and hanging out with her friends and family.
She graduated from Father Ryan high school and went on to graduate...
Dale B. Garver
Oct 16, 2023
Dale B. Garver, a beloved Christian who held a deep love for the Lord, passed away peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee on October 16, 2023. He was born on June 22, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio to loving parents who nurtured his faith and instilled strong values in him. Dale's unwavering faith and dedication to serving others shaped his remarkable life.
Preceded...
Barbara "Bobbie" Russell
Oct 15, 2023
Barbara “Bobbie” Faye Russell, passed away on October 15, 2023, in Dickson, TN. She was born on December 30, 1952, in Nashville, TN. Throughout her life, Bobbie embraced every moment with a light-hearted and caring spirit that touched the lives of many.
Preceded in death by her loving husband Gary L. Russell, Sr.; daughters, Melissa Renee Dial, Betty Annette Yunker;...
George William Goad
Oct 14, 2023
George W. Goad Jr., age 57, was born on August 25, 1966. George passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023. He enjoyed turkey shoots, racing, and fishing with his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George William Goad Sr. and Yvonne Mangrum Goad. He is survived by his sons, George (William) Goad III and Jacob Goad;...
Kim Flowers
Oct 13, 2023
Kimberly “Kim” Dawn Flowers, a beloved wife, mother, and devoted family woman, passed away on October 13th, 2023 in her hometown of Nashville, TN. Born on March 14th, 1966 to the late Robbie and Jimmy Judd.
Kim is survived by her loving husband Larry Flowers, daughter, Holly (Jay) Sanchez, son, Steven Rutledge, grandchildren, Emily Sanchez, Jordan Sanchez, Zeydin Rutledge and...
William Lewis Sovine
Oct 12, 2023
William Lewis Sovine, 78, of Gulf Shores, AL passed away October 12 at his residence. Bill served the greater Nashville community for 40+ years as an insurance agent earning a CLU and ChFC designations. In his younger days Bill was one of the founding members of the Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department and most recently shared his love of golf at...
Elizabeth "Libby" Walden
Oct 12, 2023
Elizabeth Ann Spurgeon Walden, age 93, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2023. She was born on January 25, 1930, to her late parents, James Taylor Spurgeon, and Ila Ann Harrison Spurgeon. Elizabeth, more affectionately known as “Libby,” was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Hugh Harrison Spurgeon, James Taylor...
Christopher Wesley Brooks
Oct 11, 2023
Christopher Wesley Brooks of Nashville, TN entered the gates of Heaven on October 11, 2023. Born on July 18, 1957, the same date as his beloved grandmother everyone called Peppie, he was 66 years old. Like Peppie, Chris was well liked and admired for his energy and talents, his good cheer and love of those in his many circles...
Eddie Sharp
Oct 9, 2023
Clarence Edward “Eddie” Sharp, passed away on October 9, 2023. Born on March 16, 1963, Eddie was the beloved son of James A. and Sophrona Faye Sharp. He grew up surrounded by the love and support of his parents and leaves behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, James A....
Nancy Sue Milton
Oct 8, 2023
Nancy Ball Milton (76) passed from this life on October 8, 2023. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on June 7, 1947, to Edward Lee Ball and Nadine Blake Ball of Rossville, Georgia. She attended elementary and junior high school in Rossville, Georgia. She attended High School at Tullahoma HS and college at Martin College in Pulaski, Tennessee where...
Arthur "Vess" Stinson
Oct 8, 2023
Arthur "Vess" Stinson, a beloved member of the Fairview community, passed away on October 8, 2023, at the age of 96 in Williamson County, TN. Born on July 9, 1927, in Williamson County, TN. Vess was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of those around him with his warm heart and unwavering dedication.
Survivors include children, Michael (Donna) Stinson,...
Lee Enoch Abernathy
Oct 7, 2023
Lee Enoch Abernathy, age 44, of Nashville, TN, passed away on October 7, 2023, after a long battle with melanoma. She will be missed by her family and friends from around the world.
Lee was a graduate of Saint Cecilia Academy, The University of South Carolina, and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Lee’s lifelong passions were experiencing...
Marie Heath
Oct 5, 2023
Martha “Marie” Ross Heath, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Nashville, Tennessee on October 5, 2023 after a relatively short battle with Alzheimer’s. Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Lorantz and Marie Ross, brother Charles, and husband Wayne Heath. She is survived by her twin sister, Eleanor (Don) Sargent, as well as her two...
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