Obituaries
Nancy Stephenson Merkling
Mar 12, 2025
Nancy Harper Stephenson Merkling, 81, of Stewart, TN, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025.
Nancy was a colorful lady who loved sparkles, flowers, and watching her grandchildren dance. She loved life and it was never a dull moment around her! She was a loving mother who devoted her life to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by children,...
Roscoe Coleman Cutsinger III
Mar 11, 2025
R.C. “Buddy” Cutsinger, 80, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, friendship, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Born in Zanesville, OH, on August 21, 1944, to Roscoe and Helen Cutsinger, Buddy moved to Nashville during his childhood with his mother, Helen. He was a proud graduate of Hillsboro High School and went on to earn...
Linda Mangrum
Mar 11, 2025
Linda Sue Young was born on May 13, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to Jewel Hardcastle Young and Stanley Young. She moved to Tennessee at 8 years old to be raised by her maternal grandmother, Mattie Hardcastle.
Linda graduated from West High School in 1959. She married her first husband in 1960 and had 3 children, 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. She...
Kevin Ray Adams
Mar 10, 2025
Kevin Ray Adams, age 65, of Bellevue, Tennessee passed away on March 10, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1960, to William Earl Adams and the late Annetta Ray Adams.
Kevin was a gifted carpenter, a master Craftsman taught by his father, William Earl Adams. He enjoyed building creative staircases and unique millwork along with the best in the building...
James Wesley Cantrell
Mar 9, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Wesley Cantrell, age 51, of Nashville, TN, on March 9th. Wesley was born on January 3rd, 1974, in Nashville, to Cinda Smith, and James C. Cantrell. He was a cherished son, devoted big brother, and a loving partner.
Wesley grew up in West Nashville and Bellevue. He developed a...
Kristi Hargrove
Mar 9, 2025
Kristi Lynn (Wilson) Hargrove ran into the arms of Jesus on March 9th, 2025. Born on February 26th, 1966, she was a radiant light to all that knew and loved her. She held several incredible titles throughout her beautiful 59 years of life: daughter, wife, mother, Nonna, sister, cousin, aunt, and devoted friend.
She is preceded in death by her mother,...
Janie Michelle Greer
Mar 8, 2025
Janie Michelle Greer, affectionately known as Michelle, passed away on March 8, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on October 10, 1971, she was a lifelong resident of Nashville, where she spent her childhood and formative years. Michelle graduated from Pearl Cohn High School.
She was a beloved wife to William Greer of twenty eight years and cherished daughter of Bonnie Hogan....
Carolyn Trost Havens
Mar 8, 2025
Carolyn Trost Griffin Havens – Born March 15th, 1933, in Montgomery, Alabama died suddenly on March 8th, 2025.
Carolyn lived in Linden and Tuscaloosa Alabama, also, in Miami, New York City, Atlanta, and Lubbock, TX. But she lived the longest in Nashville, Tennessee, which she called Home!
Carolyn traveled the world extensively, visiting family, friends and former students. She corresponded frequently with...
Joanne Ruth Breeding
Mar 8, 2025
On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Joanne “Jojo” Ruth Defrain Breeding passed away peacefully after a short illness with her family by her side. Born on December 8, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, she will always be remembered for her love of life and friends. She worked for 40 years at St. Thomas Hospital and only just retired at the age of...
Sandra Renee Hogan
Mar 7, 2025
Sandra Renee Hogan, age 64, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on November 27, 1960, to the late Arlie Sharpe and Peggy Martin in Nashville, Tennessee. She graduated from Cohn High School in Nashville, Tennessee.
Sandra is preceded in death by her parents listed above; sister Pam Garcia; and brothers, Dennis Nicholson and Arlie...
Adelina Correia Azevedo
Mar 7, 2025
Adelina Correia Azevedo, age 79, passed away peaceful surrounded by her loving family on March 7, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on May 8, 1945, to the late Manuel Correia Tavares and Conceicao de Oliveira Medeiros in St. Miguel, Portugal.
She is preceded in death by her parents listed above, her son John Clemente, brothers, Alvero and Fernando, and...
Kristine Hanson
Mar 5, 2025
Kristine Milinda Hanson, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Kris was born on February 1, 1948 in Washington, DC. She attended Robert E. Peary High School. She graduated magna cum laude in Home Economics from Belmont University and remained in Nashville making it her home. She received a Law degree from the Nashville School of...
Mary Ann Cullop
Mar 3, 2025
Mary Ann Cullop, of Nashville, Tennessee passed away on March 3, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1931, to the late JohnSisco and Ava Jane McClearan in Centerville, Tennessee.
Mary Ann was a member of Belle Meade United Methodist Church. She was also a graduate of Centerville High School. Mary Ann loved to read, garden, bake, and spend time with...
Martha Elizabeth Flowers
Mar 2, 2025
Martha Elizabeth Flowers, affectionately known as Libby, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025. She was born on February 16, 1936, to the late James Lender Palmore and Ellen Lucille Heins Palmore. Libby is a graduate of Cohn High School in Nashville, Tennessee.
Libby is preceded in death by her parents listed above. She is survived by her loving...
Gregg LoMonaco
Feb 28, 2025
Gregg William LoMonaco, known as “Amos Moses,” “Greggers,” and “Crackers”, passed away on February 28, 2025, amidst his loving family, and also the alignment of 7 planets.
Born in Waukegan, Illinois on Monday, June 29, 1970, at 1:18 pm, weighing 8 lb. 6 oz, Gregg lived his life with passion, kindness and unwavering love for his family and friends.
Gregg is survived...
Kenneth Wayne Johnston
Feb 27, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Johnston, affectionately known as Wayne, of Ashland City, Tennessee passed away on February 27, 2025. He was born on June 14, 1946, to the late William Johnston and Karleen Greer Johnston in Nashville, Tennessee.
Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge, Wayne went home to take care of his growing family. He...
Anna Grace O'Rear
Feb 26, 2025
Anna Grace Bradford O'Rear, lovingly known as "AG" to her family, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 22. Born on November 8, 2002, in Nashville, TN, to have known her was to experience true joy.
AG was the beloved daughter of Catherine Elder and Michael O'Rear Sr., and the cherished stepdaughter of Kevin Elder and Julie O'Rear....
Bobby Gail Givens
Feb 24, 2025
Bobby Gail Givens, born on September 3, 1935, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee.
Preceded in death by his daughter Adelynn Gail Givens and parents Luther and Gertrude Givens.
Bobby is survived by his loving wife, Faye Givens; daughters Rhonda (James) Franks and Donna Givens; grandchildren Adelynn Franks (Eli Pavon), Christopher (McClain) Franks, Julianna (Luke) Cole,...
Ella Mae DuRard
Feb 24, 2025
Ella Mae (Massey) DuRard (86) a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Jesse Burton (J.B.) DuRard (October 24, 2024); by her parents, Roy Massey, Sr., and Shirley (Stevens) Massey; and by her brother, Roy Massey, Jr.
Ella Mae was born and raised in Princeton,...
Patricia Bland
Feb 23, 2025
Mrs. Patricia ( Pat) Boaz Bland of Fairview, Tn , passed away February 23, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family and her loyal dog, Zoey.
Born to George (Gilbert) and Alice Ruth Boaz on August 25, 1947. Pat married the love of her life Harold Bland on August 5, 1968. Together Pat and Harold raised two children Kevin and...
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