Obituaries
Joanna Rice
Nov 11, 2024
Joanna Lee Rice, aged 81, passed away on November 11, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on July 15, 1943, in Franklin, TN, she was the beloved daughter of the late W. Orbin Pegram and Vella L. Sullivan. Joanna spent her early years in Waverly, TN, where she graduated from Waverly Central High School in 1961. She went on to...
Siegfried Mueller
Nov 11, 2024
Siegfried Mueller was born May 21, 1941, in Eichendorf, Yugoslavia, son of Andreas and Katharina Müller. He passed away in Nashville, Tennessee. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Mueller; daughter, Michelle Ormseth (Reid); granddaughter, Madeline Ormseth; sister, Frieda Groeger (Herbert); nephew, Herb Groeger (Regina) and niece, Monica Romines (John).
Siegried and his family immigrated to the United States in 1952...
Bartheld Risner
Nov 10, 2024
Bart Risner departed peacefully at home under the care of hospice, surrounded by his wife and family on November 10, 2024. He was born in Hindman, Kentucky and was raised in nearby Whitesburg, KY. He then married his wife of 70 years, Charlene ‘Char’ in 1955.
Later he became an electrician by trade owning an electrical contracting business in Chicago, IL....
Agnes Hunt Fair
Nov 5, 2024
Mary Agnes Hunt Mills Fair, was born on May 24, 1929. She departed this world on November 5, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Agnes's educational journey was marked by a profound commitment to learning. She attended Abilene Christian College and George Peabody College, where she earned her degree in library science. Her passion for history led her to achieve her master's from...
Derek Ross Fletcher
Nov 4, 2024
Derek Ross Fletcher was born May 31, 1983, in Pontiac, Michigan. He went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 41. Derek was raised in Ortonville, Michigan and graduated from Brandon High School. He was a true scholar and loved to learn. Derek went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts...
Harry L. Coltharp
Nov 3, 2024
Harry L. Coltharp, 83, of Franklin, TN, passed away peacefully on November, 3rd, 2024 saying, “Take me home Jesus”. Harry was born June 20th, 1941 to James Wilma and Ruby Coltharp in Myrtle, Mississippi.
In 1963, he married the love of his life, Josephine “Jo” Brand. Harry and Jo were married for 61 years.
In his youth Harry attended New Albany High...
Elizabeth York Gerlock
Nov 1, 2024
Elizabeth York Floyd Gerlock peacefully passed from this world to the next surrounded by her family on Nov. 1, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Her adventurous, open-minded and loving spirit will live on—both around us and within all she knew and loved.
Elizabeth was born in Raleigh, North Carolina, and graduated from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill eager...
Rodney Ammons
Oct 30, 2024
Rodney Ammons, renowned Western bootmaker, passed away on October 30,2024 in Ft Worth, Texas after a courageous battle with cancer.
Rodney was a giant of a man, not just in stature but in spirit, talent, character and achievements. His dynamic personality, quick wit and fun loving congeniality fostered life long friendships with people in all walks of life. He was an...
John E. Anderson, Sr.
Oct 29, 2024
John Edward Anderson, Sr. passed away peacefully on October 29, 2024, with his family by his side. He was 63 years old.
John is survived by the love of his life, Marsha Patterson Anderson, his wife of 33 years, along with his two children whom he adored - daughter Mary Marshall Anderson Flannery (Ellis) of New York, New York, and his...
Terry Tollefson
Oct 29, 2024
Terry Tollefson was born on November 14, 1950, in Nashville, Tennessee. He passed away on October 29, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. Terry was a remarkable man and beloved member of the community. He is cherished by so many who deeply miss him.
Terry is preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Norman and Kathryn Woods Tollefson and two life-long friends, Bob...
Craig Hammack
Oct 29, 2024
Craig Hammack, born on August 25, 1956, was an extraordinary man whose kindness, dedication, and infectious spirit touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him. After an impressive 41-year career at UPS, where he proudly served as a feeder driver, Craig left an indelible mark on the lives of his colleagues and friends.
Craig was more than just a...
Peter Toth
Oct 29, 2024
Peter Toth was born on May 27th, 1950 in Pontiac, Michigan to Stephan Toth and Domnica Mariutza Toth. Peter passed away on October 29th, 2024. He was the 3rd of 5 brothers and graduated from Avondale High School in 1968, where he also won the science fair and played the tuba. Peter was a member of his high school band...
Julia Elliston
Oct 28, 2024
Julia Ann Brand Dotson Elliston came to the world on Aug 3, 1938, in Sapulpa, OK. Her soul chose to depart on Oct 28, 2024. She was an accomplished, loving mother with two biological sons, three adopted sons and a daughter.
She married Johnny Dotson in Nov of 1956, giving birth to John Marvyn Dotson in Nov 1957 and Gregory Wade...
Joyce Crawford
Oct 28, 2024
Joyce Crawford, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Nashville, Tennessee on October 28, 2024. She was born in Dickson County, Tennessee on December 19, 1934, to the late Euguene Basil Tidwell and Lora Debusk Tidwell.
Joyce lived a life of service to the community working as a registered nurse for twenty-five years at Baptist Hospital. She earned her...
Tommy J. Jenkins
Oct 28, 2024
Tommy J. Jenkins, a beloved husband, skilled craftsman, and devoted family man, passed away on October 28, 2024 in Franklin, TN, at the age of 86. Born on October 9, 1938, in Bon Aqua, TN, Tommy carried an enduring spirit of dedication and calmness throughout his life, touching the hearts of many who knew him.
Tommy is preceded in death by...
Hilda Cotter Kohl
Oct 26, 2024
Hilda Cotter Kohl, age 88, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 26th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Hilda was born October 8th, 1936, in Cedar Hill, TN to the late Dr. Francis Joseph and Mattie Holman Cotter. She grew up in Springfield, TN with her nine siblings, and graduated from Springfield High School where she played the French...
Michael Morgan
Oct 26, 2024
Michael Morgan, a beloved soul, passed away on October 26, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on August 30, 1965, and spent his life weaving together his passions, his career, and his cherished relationships with family and friends.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Thelma Morgan; and sister, Pam Warden.
Michael is survived by his loving wife...
Lee McCormick
Oct 26, 2024
Lee Richard McCormick, aged 68, passed away on October 26, 2024, in his home in Nashville,TN, USA. Born on January 24, 1956, in Jacksonville, Florida, Lee was a beloved figure in his community and beyond, known for his generous, brilliant, and kind nature.
Lee graduated from Episcopal School of Jacksonville, in Florida, and later attended Belmont University, where he was a...
Raymond Heyd
Oct 25, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond F. Heyd, a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather, on October 25, 2024, in Nashville, TN. He left this world peacefully, surrounded by his family.
Ray was a man of deep love and unwavering conviction, always saying that his greatest accomplishment was his family. He is survived by his...
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