Obituaries
Lyndell Marie Goddard
Aug 17, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lyndell Marie Goddard, a woman whose kindness and love profoundly touched the lives of those around her. Born on August 25, 1957, in Modesto, California, Lyndell was a loving mother, devoted grandmother, and cherished sister. Her spirit radiated warmth and compassion, and she had a unique ability to make...
Scarlet Marie West
Aug 17, 2025
Scarlet Marie West, a beloved pillar of strength and kindness, passed away peacefully in Nashville, TN, on August 17, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on March 26, 1956, in Nashville, she devoted her life to supporting others as she worked in retail and customer service at Caster Knott. Known for her unwavering dedication, Scarlet faced her battles with...
Steve Beech
Aug 11, 2025
Joe "Steve" Beech, 82, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025. Born on April 30, 1943, in Pulaski. Steve lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep connection to his family and friends.
A dedicated man with a heart of gold, Steve spent many years working at Standard Coffee Company before retiring. He was a salesman at heart, known...
Lindsey Michelle Young
Aug 11, 2025
Lindsey Michelle Young passed away on August 11, 2025, in Dickson, TN. She was born on October 14, 1980, in Nashville, TN. Lindsey's life was exemplified by her kind and caring nature. She had endless kindness towards others and would give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. Her personality shined brightly; she was funny, loving, and...
Aug 10, 2025
John "Johnny" Edwin Harris, Sr., was born on March 27, 1943, and departed from this world on August 10, 2025. A cherished father, dedicated coach, and enjoyed life to the fullest. Johnny's legacy will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him.
Johnny is survived by his son, John Harris Jr.; grandchildren, John Harris III “Tripp”, Jackson Walker Harris,...
Thomas D. Porter
Aug 8, 2025
Porter, Thomas Dickson – age 83, of Fairview, TN passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, after spending two weeks in the Vanderbilt ICU following a heart procedure. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bennetta Neal, father, Finis Porter, stepfather, Robert Neal, sisters, Bobbie Sue Neal Coppinger and Faye Hooper, Aunt Lou Yates and Uncle Elvis Yates.
He is...
Sharleen Bango
Aug 7, 2025
Martha Sharleen Johnson Bango, beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 7, 2025 leaving a void her family cannot fill. Sharleen lived a long, full life defined by faith, family, and a giving heart.
She was born in Greensboro, Alabama on April 8, 1943 to Gorden and Della Seale who preceded her in death....
Virginia Ann Cudd
Aug 6, 2025
Virginia Ann Cudd of Nashville, Tennessee passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 6, 2025. She was born in Lazare, Texas on May 22, 1930. She is preceded in death by her husband Donald E. Cudd, her mother Virginia Rebecca Pierce, her father Isaac Allen Pierce, her brothers Virgil Luther Mann and Sanford Allen Pierce and her niece Valerie...
Ernest "Pete" Sutherland
Aug 2, 2025
Ernest Smith Sutherland, known to all as Pete, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 2, 2025. Born April 26, 1943 in Nashville, Tennessee to Grace Cherney and Dr. Arthur Joseph Sutherland, Jr., Pete was preceded in death by his parents and three of his siblings, Dr. Arthur J. Sutherland III of Memphis, Mildred Sutherland Long of Nashville...
Mary Hawkins
Aug 1, 2025
Mary Young Hawkins, 85, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 1, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born Mary Deon Young on October 12, 1939 in Bristol, Virginia. She was the daughter of Carl Roosevelt Young and Katherine Byrd Young, who preceded her in death. She also lost a twin sister, who died at birth.
Mary grew up in...
Jonathan Michael Corley
Jul 31, 2025
Jonathan “Jon” Michael Corley, a dedicated public servant, gifted communicator, and beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee.
Born in Nashville on September 3, 1985, Jon brought intelligence, humor, and fierce loyalty to every chapter of his life. He served with distinction in the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, deploying twice on combat...
Anne Bracy Bonds
Jul 31, 2025
Obituary for Anne Bracy Bonds
Title: Anne Bracy Bonds, Lover of Chocolate, Infectious Laugher, Impeccable Style, Private School Restauranteur and Avid Golfer passed away peacefully on July 31st, 2025 in Nashville, TN at the age of 92
Anne was born in Nashville, Tennessee and graduated from Hillsboro High School and soon embarked on an adventurous career as a stewardess. Later, she met...
Gretchen Keras Hart
Jul 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gretchen Keras Hart who peacefully passed away on July 31st, 2025 at the age of 77. She was a loving, devoted mother to Clay and Whitney. She took tremendous pride as Gigi to her grandchildren Warner, Belle, Lucy, Annie and Reid. Her life was dedicated to her family and...
Anna Dorris
Jul 30, 2025
Anna Horner Dorris, age 92, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025. Born on March 27, 1933.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roy Dorris; her son, David O'Riley; sisters, Nadine Ryan and Thelma Kephart; her parents, George and Jessie Horner; and her cherished fur babies, Kenji and Asia.
Anna is survived by her children: Dennis...
Etta Leota Rawls
Jul 29, 2025
Etta Leota Rawls, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 95. Born in Baxter, Tennessee, on November 9, 1929, Leota lived a long, full life defined by faith, family, and a giving heart.
She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn (Jimmy) Summers; her grandchildren, Teresa (David) Reynolds and David Summers; her great-grandchildren, Abigail Reynolds...
Glenneth Lavoy Beard
Jul 27, 2025
Glenneth Lavoy Beard, affectionately known as "Glenn," passed away peacefully in Dickson, Tennessee on July 27, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on December 21 1938, in Bradford, Arkansas, Glenn exemplified a life characterized by kindness, strength, hard work, honesty, and love for his family and friends.
Throughout his life, Glenn made his mark as a talented carpenter. His dedication...
Faye True
Jul 27, 2025
Wanda Faye True passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at the age of 82 at The Lodge at Natchez Trace in Bellevue, TN.
Born in Bessemer, AL on November 1, 1942, Faye was the first daughter of the late J.V. and Anna Richards. She was preceded in death by her brother Buddy Richards and her parents. Faye is survived...
Edward Wilson
Jul 26, 2025
Edward Grady Wilson was born July 18, 1944 in Nashville, TN and passed away on July 26, 2025 surrounded by family in Kingston Springs, TN.
Edward (Ed) was a man whose warm smile, sense of humor and unwavering kindness touched everyone he met. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marjorie, his parents Joe & Ruth Wilson; and his...
Delton H. Payne, Jr.
Jul 24, 2025
Delton Howard Payne, Jr. went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 24, 2025 at the age of 97 years. He was born May 8, 1928 to Delton Howard Payne, Sr. and Anne Uree Payne in Nashville, TN.
Delton, or "Dad" as he was lovingly called, graduated from Pearl Cohn High School, where he was a...
Kevin Beasley
Jul 23, 2025
Kevin Michael Beasley of Fairview, TN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23rd, with his wife, Marta, and other loved ones at his side.
He was originally from Kidderminster, England; but 26 years ago, Kevin made the trip across the “Big Pond” to be with his AOL pen-pal, Marta. They were married on New Year’s Eve in 1998.
Before coming to the...
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