Obituaries
Jerry A. Mays
May 24, 2025
Jerry A. Mays, known to most as “Poppy,” passed away peacefully surrounded by love. He left this world with dignity, his Marine cover on and draped in the flag he served under with honor.Poppy was a strong, constant presence in the lives of those who knew him. He loved his family deeply and showed that love in quiet ways through...
Ernest "Todd" Petrash
May 24, 2025
Ernest "Todd" Petrash, age 47, passed away at his home in Columbus, Mississippi, on May 24, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernie Petrash.
Todd leaves behind his loving fiancée of 16 years, Maggie Bandock; his cherished children, Jaden and Briley Petrash; his devoted mother, Doris Petrash; and his sister, Tamera Thoener (David). He is also remembered with...
Ronda Taylor
May 19, 2025
Ronda was born in Nashville, TN in 1939, the only child of Robert Erle Read and Sarah Margaret Williams Read Glasgow. Growing up, she lived across from the Centennial Park playground and she enjoyed playing in the park, especially croquet. When she was 10 years old, she moved to Sylvan Park. She attended Cohn High School, until at an early...
Regina "Gina" Franklin Freeman
May 18, 2025
Beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother, Teacher
Regina “Gina” Franklin Freeman, 64, of Fairview, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, surrounded by family. Gina (Gigi as known by her two grandchildren) was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, and an extraordinary teacher whose legacy will live on in the lives she touched. She was patient, kind, loving, and nurturing...
Virgil Mann
May 15, 2025
Virgil Luther Mann passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 15, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born in Burkburnett, Texas December 19, 1925. He is preceded in death by his Mother Virginia Rebecca Pierce, father William Luther Mann, step father Isaac Allen Pierce, brother Allen Pierce, and niece Valerie Levan.
He was raised in Denton Texas, attended and graduated...
Ronald W Heflin
May 13, 2025
Former Fairfield, Illinois resident, Ronald Wayne Heflin, 83, passed from this world to a better one on May 13th, 2025 at 9pm. He was with his family in Franklin, TN. Born November 19th, 1941 in Calvin, IL, Ron was a graduate of Fairfield Community High school (FCHS) Class of 1959. He graduated from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale in 1964. Ron...
Charles Patrick Johnson
May 11, 2025
Charles 'Patrick' Johnson, 72, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 11, 2025. A respected attorney whose legal career spanned over four decades, Patrick dedicated his life to his family, sports and the pursuit of justice. Born in Fort Knox, KY and raised in Nashville, Patrick graduated from Nashville School of Law in 1980 and established...
Lucille Waters
May 11, 2025
Lucille Waters, a beloved friend and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on 11, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on October 18, 1941, Lucille filled her years with warmth, laughter, and countless memories that have left a mark on all who knew her.
Lucille is preceded in death by her parents, Ladimer and Victoria Svadba.
Lucille is survived...
Norma Jean Beck
May 10, 2025
Norma Jean Beck, a loving spirit and cherished sister, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, in Fairview, Tennessee. Born on January 26, 1971, in Dickson, Tennessee, Norma lit up the lives of everyone she met with her sweet personality and warm smile. She graduated from Franklin High School in the Special Education program, a testament to her relentless spirit...
Eddie Bridgman
May 10, 2025
Eddie Bridgman was born on March 15th, 1959, in Clarksdale, Mississippi, and passed away on May 10, 2025, at the age of 66, in Nashville, Tennessee. His life was one of dedication, rich with service to others and a deep love for his family.
Eddie is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Edward Bridgman and Vivian Tucker Bridgman.
Eddie is survived...
Mildred J. Philpot
May 10, 2025
Mildred J. Philpot
Daughter of cotton farmers from North Alabama passed away on May 10, 2025, at Brookdale Senior Center in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on March 25, 1932, in Elkmont, Alabama. She was a beloved mother and cherished friend.
Mildred is survived by her children, Jerry (Victoria) Philpot and Angie Philpot, as well as a brother Charles Jackson; niece Betty Baker; nephew...
Anthony Heath
May 9, 2025
Anthony “Tony” Duane Heath was born to Martha and John Frank Heath III in Nashville, Tennessee on March 19, 1975. He departed this world to join his parents May 9, 2025. He was a landscaper by trade, but to hear him tell it, he knew something about everything, along with the accurately inaccurate weather forecast. Tony loved fishing, playing cards,...
Mary Lou Reece Bennett
May 8, 2025
Mary Lou Reece Bennett peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Born to the late Thelma Graham and Ferd Reece on September 2nd, 1938 in the coal-mining town of Allen Junction, West Virginia, Mary was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, aunt, grandmother, and devoted friend to many over her long life.
Mary and her husband began their life together in...
Barbara Elrod
May 8, 2025
Barbara P. Elrod, a lifelong resident of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on May 8, 2025 at the age of 89.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Cleon Pearce; brother, Buddy (Sandra) Pearce; and devoted husband of 65 years, David Elrod Jr.
Barbara is survived by her two sons, Rick Elrod and Terry (Heather) Elrod;...
Jerry D. Stephens
May 8, 2025
Jerry Douglas Stephens, born on December 15, 1947, in Nashville, TN, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Nashville, TN.
Preceded in death by his loving wife of 44 years Peggy Stephens; brothers Tommy Pratt, P.V. Stephens, Joe Stephens, Mike Stephens and parents P. Vernon and Yeno Stephens.
Jerry is survived by his children Darby (Nikki) Stephens, Kathy (Chad) Spicer, Macey (Angela)...
Myrna Martin
May 4, 2025
Myrna Martin, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on May 4, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee, at the age of 84. Born on June 9, 1940, in Batesville, Mississippi, Myrna was a person who brought joy and inspiration to all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by Randolph Martin and Loretta Castleman Martin, (brother)James Martin, (sisters) Carolyn Dreher,...
Hilda Faye Potter
May 1, 2025
Hilda Faye Potter, a cherished homemaker and devoted follower of Christ, left this world on May 1, 2025, in Dickson, Tennessee. Born on November 1, 1941, in Nashville, Tennessee, Hilda dedicated her life to her family and her faith, leaving an indelible mark on those she touched.
As a mother, Hilda was unparalleled in her love and dedication. She nurtured her...
Wayne Foster Sharp
May 1, 2025
Wayne Foster Sharp, a devoted husband, loving father, and respected engineer, passed away peacefully at his home in Nashville, Tennessee on May 1, 2025. Wayne was born on January 5, 1953 in Columbia, Tennessee.
He was preceded in death by his parents Luther Eugene Sharp Jr. and Roberta Mae Kirk. He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Denise...
Linda Carol Greene
Apr 30, 2025
Linda Carol Greene from Thomaston, Georgia, and longtime Nashville resident, peacefully passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 30th, 2025. She was born in 1948, to the late Margaret and William “Billie” Reeves. In her final days she was surrounded by family, loved ones and caregivers.
Linda is survived by her husband of 57 years, Dr. John W. Greene; two...
Patty Mitchell
Apr 29, 2025
Patty Mitchell, age 72, of Fairview, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Patty dedicated her career to education, serving as Secretary at Fairview Middle School for more than 10 years before completing her career at Franklin Special School District. She truly loved her work and the students and faculty that she supported throughout the years. Outside the schoolhouse,...
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