Obituaries
Edna B. Yinger
Apr 6, 2024
Edna B. Yinger, age 96, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 6, 2024. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Gerald “Bud” Yinger. Edna was born on August 29, 1927, to the late James A. and Kate A. (Baird) Baty in Guthrie, Oklahoma, the youngest of nine children, and is also predeceased...
Frances Evelyn Davis
Apr 5, 2024
Frances Wood Davis, a beloved resident of Brentwood, Tennessee, peacefully departed this world on Friday, April 5, 2024. Born on August 10, 1936, Frances was the cherished daughter of the late David Wood Sr. and Ruth Snipes Wood.
Frances was a beacon of strength and kindness, known for her unwavering faith in God, and her dedication to her family. She shared...
Vickie Elaine Allen
Apr 4, 2024
Vickie Elaine Allen was born in Heber Springs, Arkansas on December 28, 1958. She died on April 4, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina at the age of 65. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Howard and Alice Allen, of Drasco, Arkansas.
Vickie is survived by a brother, Mike Allen and his wife Brenda, of Weaverville, North Carolina...
Norman Douglas Milligan
Apr 2, 2024
Norman Douglas Milligan passed away peacefully April 2, 2024, in Alive Hospice of Nashville, TN. He was born April 10, 1949, in Nashville, Tennessee to Soloman Lee Milligan and Olive Ophelia Bates Milligan.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Robert Vance Milligan; and one sister, Beverly Ruth Milligan Tappan.
He is survived by one son, Marshall Douglas Milligan; life...
Laura Carolyn Holmes
Mar 31, 2024
Laura Carolyn (nee Smith) “Carol” Holmes, aged 95, of Camp Springs, Maryland, passed away on March 31, 2024, following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late George William Smith and the late Caroline Eloise (nee Eyler) Smith, both of Trenton, New Jersey.
She was preceded in death by both parents, her husband Robert Thurston Holmes of Camp Springs,...
Carolyn "Nanu" Allen
Mar 31, 2024
Carolyn Faith Allen
On Sunday, March 31st, 2024, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and sister was carried gently into Jesus’ arms, her last and heavenly home. She is now reunited with her parents, Robert and Opal Waddey; son, Christopher “Chris” James-Allen; grandson, Brandon “Brad” Christopher Slaughter; late husband, Bill Allen; partner, Howard Parsons; as well as many family members and...
Mike Yarbrough
Mar 27, 2024
In Loving Memory
Mike Yarbrough, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 27, 2024, at the age of 70 at Centennial Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
He was born on June 16, 1953 in Houston TX and was predeceased by his dearly loved son-in-law Jim Houchin, his loving sister Vera, and brothers Ronnie and...
Richard J. Snell
Mar 27, 2024
Richard “Dick” Snell passed away on March 27, 2024, surrounded by the loveof his family and caregivers. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Cheryl,and his children - Laura Snell, James Snell, Elizabeth Hampton, BridgetHeptner, Mary Snell and Todd Eby, as well as his grandchildren, BobbyMaess, Sierra Barker, Dane Heptner, Taylor Snell, Grant Snell, Emerson SnellStidham, Heathcliff Stidham,...
Bobby Eugene Baker
Mar 27, 2024
Bobby “Hawkeye” Baker, age 83, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away from this life on March 27, 2024, at his home. His is now in the arms of Jesus.
Mr. Baker was born on August 22, 1940, in Nashville, to the late James Baker and Jewel Baker-Slaughter. He retired after 30 years of service from the Ford Glass Plant. He was a...
Susan Diane Cranford
Mar 27, 2024
Susan Diane Cranford, age 70, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024 at home. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Betty Jean Carter, and sister, Rebecca Donovan.
She was born in Rome, GA, and moved to Nashville as a teenager. She was a caring nurse for many years, however her main passion was her family. She was...
Dr. Anthony Meluch
Mar 26, 2024
Dr. Anthony (Tony) Alan Meluch, a believer of living life to the fullest, peacefully passed away on March 26, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Born on March 29, 1961, in Cleveland, Ohio, Tony's life journey was characterized by a profound commitment to and love of God, his family, friends, and patients.
Dr. Meluch leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion. Survived...
Kevin Fincham
Mar 21, 2024
Kevin Wayne Fincham, age 58, of Fairview, TN, passed away suddenly on March 21, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1965, in Lexington, IL.
Kevin was the rock of his family - a fiercely devoted, loving, and godly husband and father. He was best known for his infectious smile! He was also affectionately known as "Coach" by so many kids...
Frances JoAnn Wright Welch
Mar 21, 2024
Jo-Ann Wright Welch was born on May 5th, 1932, in Pegram, Tennessee in the family farmhouse. She lived on the farm for 91 years and unexpectedly died, on March 21st, 2024, at home during a normal day.
Jo-Ann is preceded in death by her parents, Murtie Wright and Georgie Palmore Wright; husband Charles H Welch, siblings Mattie Estes Mason, Meredith Estes,...
Russell Hudson Jankowski
Mar 19, 2024
Russell Hudson Jankowski, 19, of Nashville, TN, died on March 19, 2024 in a car accident. Son of Lea and Patrick Jankowski, Russell was born September 28, 2004 in Huntsville, AL. Russell was a gifted athlete who played baseball, hockey, and football. He graduated Ensworth High School Class of 2023, was the recipient of the Robert Inman Award for participating...
Paul D. Sircy
Mar 19, 2024
Paul Dean Sircy, age 89, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away in Nashville, TN on March 19, 2024. He was born in Defeated Creek, TN, on March 4,1935. Paul led a fulfilling life enriched with love, dedication, and passion. Paul is preceded in death by his loving daughter, Melanie Taylor, parents, EG Sircy and Nettie Sircy.
Survived by...
Gregory Mahoney
Mar 17, 2024
Gregory Lee Mahoney affectionately known as Gary, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away on March 17, 2024, at the age of 75. He was born in La Junta, Colorado on September 25, 1948, to the late Ralph and Robin Mahoney.
Gary was a Christian and it was reflected in his generosity and kind heart. He was a loving husband and proud father...
Judith Anne Loftis Risner
Mar 17, 2024
Judith Anne Loftis Risner—December 28, 1946 - March 17, 2024, 77, of West Nashville and Pegram, homemaker and childcare provider, passed away at Tristar Skyline Medical Center on Sunday, March 17. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the Harpeth Hills Funeral Home chapel, Nashville, TN with interment to follow in Harpeth Hills...
Shirley Rae Nelson
Mar 14, 2024
Obituary Shirley Rae Nelson August 27, 1933 - March 14, 2024.
Shirley was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Ernest and Lucile Kubisch. Nashville had been her home for the past 26 years. She is preceded by her parents Ernest and Lucile, her husband, Frank Nelson, stepson, Brad Nelson, and her siblings, Marilyn Childers (sister), Teddy Simon (sister) and Frank Kubisch (brother). She...
Irene Dillingham
Mar 12, 2024
In loving memory of Irene Dillingham, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Irene passed away in Primm Springs, TN.
Preceded in death by parents Ignacio and Eleanor Alesna; grandson Jared Joyce; son in law Frank Owens; brothers David Alesna, Greg Alesna, and sister Evelyn Alesna.
Survived by her loving husband Earl “Jack” Dillingham; son Billy (Angie) Tomlinson; daughters, Denise (Gary)...
Terry D. England
Mar 12, 2024
Terrace Dale “Terry” England, age 79, passed away in Nashville, TN on March 12, 2024. Terry was born in Cheatham County, TN on August 10th, 1944. Terry lived a life filled with love, being outdoors and working hard. Terry is preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe England and Vira Hedgepath, siblings, Faye Gray and Ted England, son-in-law, Keith Williams,...
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