Obituaries

Aug 18, 2024

Stephen Lee Pate, age 70, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 after a short, but determined fight with cancer. Steve was born in Nashville, TN on February 3,1954 to Robert Thomas (R.T.) Pate and Beverly Irene (Kemp) Brown. 

 

A native Tennessean, Steve graduated in 1972, however not before he joined the United States Air Force. He left for...

Aug 17, 2024

Aug 17, 2024

William “Johnny” Johnston Jr. of Ashland City, TN passed away August 17,2024 at the age of 81. 

 

Johnny is preceded in death by his parents, William “Johnny” Johnston and Karleen Green, and his son, William “Trey” Johnston III.

 

Johnny is survived by his wife of forty years, June Johnston; siblings, Kenneth Johnston, and Dale (Barbara) Johnston; grandchildren, William (Ivy) Johnston IV; and...

Aug 15, 2024

Mary Lou Mangrum was born on November 4, 1956 and was a lifelong resident of Kingston Springs, Tennessee. 

Mary Lou is preceded in death by her father, Howard C Ivey; mother, Virgie L Ivey; and husband, Albert Mangrum. 

She was a member of Kingston Springs Church of Christ. 

Mary Lou was a soft-spoken soul with a love for her many pets throughout her...

Aug 15, 2024

Carlos Perez, age 40 of Fairview, Tennessee, passed away at home on August 15, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family, after a 2 year battle with cancer. Carlos was born in November 27, 1983 in Orlando, Florida, to Robert and Gina Perez. 

Carlos was a dedicated husband and partner to Kelly Perez for 17 years. He was a beloved...

Aug 15, 2024

Dwight Earl Long age 77, went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Rev. Donald Earl Long and Mary Beth Scott Long. Grandparents Idelle and Cecil Earl Long, Nathaniel and Mable Scott.

He was born in Madisonville, KY but grew up in Hopkinsville, KY. He graduated from Hopkinsville High School and Austin...

Aug 14, 2024

Mehdi "Mac" Tavana, a cherished father and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, in Nashville, TN, at the age of 77. Mac’s remarkable life was a testament to hard work and dedication.

Mac is preceded in death by his parents Akbar Tavana and Halimeh Akbarzade.

Survived by his son Michael (Daria) Tavana; grandchildren Jaykob Tavana, Jayden, Truman; 4 brothers...

Aug 14, 2024

Viola “Vi” McPherson, Age 88, of Burns, passed away August 14, 2024.

Preceded in death by her husband Edward McPherson, her parents Vernon Hatch and Alice Agnes Buckley Hatch, 2 great-grandchildren Austin Warden and Paige Warden, brothers Richard Buckley, Elmer Hatch, Enos Hatch, Rodney Hatch, Henry Hatch, and sisters Ella Searles and Blanche Fox. Survived by children Debra Mills (Roger), Danny...

Aug 14, 2024

Mary Helen Luck of Franklin, Tennessee, fondly known as Grand Mary, was born on April 16, 1926. She passed away on August 14, 2024 at the age of 98, leaving behind a legacy of love.

Mary Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Buford and Annie Miller; her husband, Lt. Col. Julian Luck; her brothers, Charles Miller, Buford Miller, and...

Aug 13, 2024

Seymour "Sonny" Glenn McKinzie passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Born on December 22, 1931, in Indianapolis, IN, to Glenn and Ruth McKinzie, Sonny proudly served in both the US Army and Navy.

He had many hobbies, but his true passion was fishing, a skill he passed down through four generations, teaching them how to land a...

Aug 12, 2024

Stacy Elizabeth (Moore) Tipping, age 46, of Dickson, Tennessee, passed away in the care of her family on August 12, 2024.

Stacy was a graduate of Hillwood High School and proudly furthered her education at Belmont University. Her commitment to helping others was evident in her daily life, as she consistently practiced the principle of "paying it forward" and touched the...

Aug 12, 2024

Betty June Thomas, age 61 of Nashville, TN was born on July 13th, 1963 and departed on August 12th, 2024. She resided in Lebanon, Tennessee. 

June is preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Betty Ann Bradford.

June is survived by her brother, Herman Wayne Bradford; daughter, Juneta Daugherty; son, Shawn Thomas; and grandchildren, Hunter, JaNyah, and Allena Daugherty.

Aug 9, 2024

Lorell was born and raised in Nashville (Davidson Co) TN.

She was a graduate of Isaac Litton High school where she met the love of her life, Johnny Moore.

Lorell was the owner of Designer's Studio Florist in Nashville. There she created some of the most beautiful floral pieces that decorated many homes and businesses in Nashville and surrounding areas.

Lorell was not...

Aug 8, 2024

Marjorie McDonald Anderson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024. Born on January 13, 1932, in Desser, Georgia, Marjorie lived a life of remarkable dedication to her faith, family, and profession. She was raised in her faith at Salem Seminole Baptist Church in, Donalsonville, Georgia.

Marjorie was a proud graduate of FDR High...

Aug 8, 2024

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Aug 7, 2024

Kristie Nicol Coggins Garcia graduated from David Lipscomb Academy in 1990, where she was an active and cherished member of the school community. She was a member of their Marching Band, playing the clarinet with enthusiasm and skill. Along with the marching band, she was captain of the flag drill team during the football season. Her early years were marked...

Aug 4, 2024

Elnora Luna Hall, fondly known as "Granny," was born on February 15, 1936, in Nashville, Tennessee, to her loving parents Elzie and Pearlie Luna. She passed away on August 4, 2024, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.

Elnora is preceded in death by her parents listed above, her loving husband, Robert E. Hall, daughter,...

Aug 4, 2024

Marjorie “Margie” Sue Pate, a beloved soul who graced this world with her warmth and kindness, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on April 25, 1943, in Nashville, TN. 

She is preceded in death by her parents Preston and Ida Bell Ballanfant. 

Margie is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years Gayden Pate,...

Aug 3, 2024

Christopher Jason Record, known to all as Jason, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Montgomery, Alabama, at the age of 42. He was born on July 26, 1982, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Jason grew up in Jackson, Tennessee, and went on to attend Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, where he later resided for most of his adult life.

Jason is...

Aug 1, 2024

Jimmy Wayne Odum passed away on August 1, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1942, in Nashville, TN. Jimmy was a cherished husband, dedicated father, adored grandfather, and a friend to many.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Katherine Odum; children Karen (Marshall) Winkler, Steven (Barbara) Odum; grandchildren Michelle (Jake) Ridings, Theresa (Yani) Odum, Angie Odum,...