Obituaries
Alvin "Al" Riedl
Nov 16, 2023
Alvin "Al" Riedl of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on November 16, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born on May 8, l935, to Leonard and Gloria Riedl. In exactly nine years later, his only surviving sibling was born Carole Hunter (John) now of North Carolina. In 1954 he graduated from Dearborn High School in Michigan and soon...
Betty Matthews
Nov 15, 2023
Betty Sandra Matthews of Joelton, Tennessee passed away on November 14, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on January 29, 1944, to Howard B. Cutrell and Katherine Williams.
Betty enjoyed attending church at Grays Point Baptist in Joelton, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Bobby Matthews.
She leaves behind to...
John Lachs
Nov 14, 2023
Dr. John Lachs died peacefully at his home in Nashville on November 14, 2023, surrounded by family, friends, caregivers, and his beloved cats. His death was followed by a most spectacular sunset, which was seen from his house across the city to the Vanderbilt University campus. He frequently enjoyed the sunset from his home, and encouraged others to join...
Wayman E. Nicely
Nov 12, 2023
Wayman E. Nicely, a good and kind man beloved by all who knew him, passed away on November 12, 2023 in Nashville, TN. Born on February 12, 1936 in Clifton Forge, VA, Wayman led a remarkable life filled with love and dedication.
Wayman graduated from Clifton Forge High School in Virginia before embarking on his career. He worked as a...
Leon P. Dodd, Sr.
Nov 10, 2023
Leon Powell Dodd Sr., 89, of Nashville, TN, passed away on November 10, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 9, 1934, in Jacksonville, FL. Leon was a devoted and loving father, survived by his wife Carol Ross Dodd and his children: Ann D. Dodd, Leon P. (Ellen) Dodd, Michael T. (Vicki) Dodd, John G. (Kay) Dodd,...
Mike Hamilton
Nov 9, 2023
Michael Edward Hamilton, 60, passed away at the University of Colorado Medical Center on Thursday, November 9, 2023 in Denver, Colorado after complications from a liver transplant intended to bring healing after a hard fought battle with bile duct cancer.
Mike was born on August 13, 1963 in Brevard, NC to James and Louise Hamilton. He spent his childhood participating...
Saman Shariati
Nov 9, 2023
Saman Shariati, a beloved resident of Nashville, TN, passed away on November 9, 2023. She was born on December 2, 1983, in her hometown of Nashville. Saman's warm and kind-hearted nature touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion and love that will forever be cherished.
Survived by...
James Francis Vienneau
Nov 9, 2023
James Francis “Jim” Vienneau departed this earthly plane peacefully, in the comfort of his Nashville home, on November 9, 2023. He was 97 years old. Leaving behind is his family: his wife of 71 years, Joan Preston; his 4 children, Nancy (Bill Neill) Carole (Daryl Zeller) Barbara (Ted Greene) and James (Adelaide Mallette Vienneau;) his grandchildren, Madeleine, Daniel, Alex and...
Jan Bennett
Nov 9, 2023
Janice (Jan) Bennett, age 79, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on November 9, 2023, in Nashville, TN. She was born on September 17, 1944, in Stanton, TN. Jan was a kind and loving woman who touched the lives of many with her warmth and gentle nature. Preceded in death by her loving husband and soulmate, J.W. Bennett,...
Maxine Bivins
Nov 8, 2023
Maxine Bivins, age 94, a beloved member of the Brentwood community, passed away on November 8, 2023, leaving behind a profound impact on the lives of those who knew her. She was born on April 16, 1929, in White Bluff, TN, and grew up surrounded by the beauty of nature. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, Carlton and...
Robert G. Nicewarner
Nov 8, 2023
Robert Gerald Nicewarner (Bob) passed away at the age of 76 on November 8, 2023. Born on June 14, 1947, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, Bob's life was one filled with passion, dedication, and an unwavering love for God and his family.
Preceded in death by his parents Philip Earl and Anna Mar Celestine Nicewarner; siblings, Phil (Sonny) Nicewarner, Mary...
Robert Cothron, Jr.
Nov 7, 2023
Is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Dean Cothron, Jr. on November 7, 2023, at the age of 56. He left this earth peacefully in Dickson, TN, surrounded by his loved ones. Robert was born on October 30, 1967, in Nashville, TN, where he spent his entire life. He was a beloved son, brother, father, and...
DiAnne Guinn Phillips
Nov 6, 2023
DiAnne Guinn Phillips, loving wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on Nov. 6, 2023 surrounded by her family.
DiAnne was born October 9, 1944, in Paris, Tennessee and graduated from Grove High School in 1962. After graduating from the University of Tennessee at Martin, DiAnne went on to receive a Masters in Education from the University of...
Wanda Sue Cox
Nov 6, 2023
Wanda Sue Cox, a beloved member of the community, passed away on November 6, 2023, in Nashville, TN. She was born on March 25, 1959, in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years Richard Cox and parents Alfred and Thelma St. Pierre.
Survived by her children, Matthew (Laura) Cox, Brandi Cox; grandchildren, Christopher...
Vincent T. Phillips, Sr.
Nov 2, 2023
Vincent T. Phillips, Sr
July 24, 1945-November 2, 2023
Our beloved husband, father, and “Granddad” went to be with The Lord November 2, 2023. He passed peacefully holding the hand of his wife of 57 years and with his two sons at his bedside in Nashville, TN. Vince was born in Cleveland, Ohio July 24, 1945. He attended St....
Kevin Michael Stuart
Nov 2, 2023
Kevin Stuart of Fairview, Tennessee passed away on November 2, 2023, at the age of 46. He was born on July 16, 1977, to Darlene Madden and Mike Stuart. Kevin enjoyed the outdoors, discussing politics, working out, but most importantly learning about the God he served. He was of the Christian faith. He graduated from Watertown High School in...
Paul W. Phillips
Oct 31, 2023
Formerly of Nashville, Tennessee born 6/28/31 in Cleveland, Tennessee. Proceeded in death by parents Paul R Phillips and Vivian Phillips, Cleveland, Tennessee. Sister Ruth Garland Woolsey and Peggy Phillips Turner of Atlanta, Georgia. Sister, Becky (Jimmy) Schaeffer, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and by wife Mary Ann Lauderdale Phillips, 65 years. Survived by daughter Jana (Jimmy) Martin, Ashland City, Tennessee, son...
Patricia Lauren Newsome
Oct 29, 2023
Patricia Lauren Newsome, 43, passed peacefully and surrounded by family on October 29, 2023. She was born September 29, 1980 in Brewton, AL, the daughter of a well regarded physician and a devoted mother. She was dedicated to continually educating herself, ultimately receiving her Law degree from Nashville School of Law. No matter where she went, she made friends,...
Rob Seabrooks
Oct 29, 2023
Robert “Rob” Valentine Seabrooks, age 89, from Rochester, NY passed away peacefully at home in Franklin, TN on October 29, 2023. Born on November 10, 1933, to the late Walter and Edith Seabrooks. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sisters, Joan and Sandy, brothers, Chuck, and Roger.
Survived by his loving wife of 31...
Ronald Gillie Weaver
Oct 28, 2023
On October 28, 2023, Ronald "Ron" Gillie Weaver passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Ron's life was marked by love, family, and a passion for craftsmanship that touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Proceeded in death by first wife Rhonda Yvonne Weaver, parents, Gillie and Leland Weaver and father-in-law, John T. Horton.
Ron is survived by his...
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