Obituaries

Jul 16, 2023

 

Dr. Carl George Dury II of Franklin, TN passed away on July 16, 2023, at the age of 73. He was born on March 12, 1950, in Nashville, TN. He worked for the family’s photography and art supply business, Dury’s, until he graduated from Hillsboro High School. He then furthered his education with a BS from Rhodes College and...

Jul 16, 2023

Gail Alexander Welte passed away on July 16, 2023. Born on February 9, 1943, in Litchfield, Illinois, Gail brought joy and warmth to everyone she encountered throughout her life. 

 

Preceded in death by her parents, Wilbur and Lucy Alexander, father of children and first husband, Ron Marinelli, and her adopted daughter, Shirl Wade.  

 

Gail leaves behind a family she adored who adores her in return....

Jul 15, 2023

 

Rev. William Claude Stooksbury (Bill) of Nashville, TN died on July 15, 2023 at the age of 76.  He was born on June 6, 1947 in Knoxville, TN to William Claude Stooksbury & Vera Faye Hudman Stooksbury.  His parents preceded him in death, as well as his sister Darla Suzanne Stooksbury Brady.

Bill graduated from Central High School, Knoxville,...

Jul 15, 2023

 

Richard Ellis Davis (Rick) age 75, passed peacefully in his home on July 15, 2023 after a 15 year battle with cancer.

Preceded in death by parents Harold and Mildred Davis and brother Montie Davis. He is survived by children Tyler Davis and Lauren Estey, grandchildren Hayden Latson and Seren Estey; sister Karen Shannon (Bill) and sister-in-law Janice Davis...

Jul 11, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, Clorinda Zavelli King. Clorinda (AKA “Corine” to friends and “Mimi” to family) was born July 13, 1924, to parents Antonio and Aqualena (Lena) Zavelli in Memphis, TN. She died peacefully on July 11, 2023, just short of...

Jul 10, 2023

Karen Anne Rogers, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 10, 2023, in her hometown of Clarksville, Tennessee. She was born on May 1, 1964, and her departure has left a void in the hearts of all those who knew and loved her.A warm and caring individual, Karen dedicated 35 years of her life working as a...

Jul 10, 2023

 

  Connie Sue Brewer, 71, of Franklin, TN, died on Monday, July 10, 2023 after nearly two years living with Glioblastoma. Connie was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a sparkling personality. She poured love into her greatest joys: her family, her granddaughters, her gardens, and her life-long dear friends. 

 

Connie was born in Berea,...

Jul 9, 2023

Cheryl Sinclair Jenkins, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 9, 2023, in Nolensville, Tennessee. Cheryl was born on May 8, 1951, in Owensboro, Kentucky to Robert and Louise Sinclair. Cheryl's life was defined by her unwavering compassion and commitment to caring for others. She touched the lives of countless patients throughout her nursing career, providing them...

Jul 8, 2023

 

Mary Evelyn Barber, affectionately known as Evelyn Barber, peacefully passed away on July 8, 2023, in Franklin, TN. She was born on August 1, 1940, in Nashville, TN. Evelyn's journey through life was filled with joy, love, and an unwavering spirit that touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.Preceded in death by her parents,...

Jul 8, 2023

 

In Loving Memory: Juanita Lara

  March 14, 1921 — July 8, 2023

  It is with deep sadness, yet profound gratitude, that we announce the passing of Juanita Lara, an amazing woman who made Earth a better place for more than a century. 

  Born on March 14, 1921, in San Juan de Los Lagos, Jalisco, Mexico, Juanita’s...

Jul 6, 2023

Jeremy Thomas Brown, 42, died suddenly on Thursday July 6, 2023 in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico. At the time of his death, Jeremy was on vacation and was in the company of great friends.

Born March 10, 1981 in Memphis, TN, Jeremy was the first child of Thomas and Jeannine Brown. When Jeremy was 3 years old, his sister Emily...

Jul 6, 2023

 

Robert D. (Bobby) Sexton, Sr., of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on July 6, 2023 at age 81. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 60 years, Dianne Sexton, children; Robert D. Sexton, Jr. (Cindy) and Beth Jackson (Josh), grandchildren; Ann Elise and Morgan Jackson, and beloved cousin, Corinne Dillard. He was preceded in death by...

Jul 5, 2023

Aulman Dwight Eberle, age 73, a beloved individual who touched the lives of many, went with the Lord on July 5, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on November 9, 1949, in Blackford, Kentucky to the late, John A. Eberle, Sr. and Maxine Eberle. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Eberle.

Dwight is survived by...

Jul 4, 2023

Bon Aqua, TN

Jewell Oneda Parker Daugherty went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2023, at the age of 93. Jewell was born in Bon Aqua Tennessee, October 29, 1929 (day of the great depression) to Lewis E Tidwell and Annie Lee Dedman Tidwell. Besides her parents, Jewell was preceded in death by her husbands, W.L. Parker and...

Jul 2, 2023

Deirdre “Dee” Lillian McKeon, age 40, went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2023. Deirdre was born on April 17, 1983 in New York.

Dee was preceded in death by her grandparents, Frank and Ann McKeon, William and Lillian O’Brien, brother, Luke McKeon, uncle, Stephen O’Brien.

Survived by her loving parents Frank and Kathleen McKeon, son, Henry...

Jul 1, 2023

 

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of Dr. Babak “Bobby” Bannon on July 1st, 2023, at the age of 42.  

Bobby was born in Iran to the late Dr. Hooshang Bannon and Mrs. Mersedeh Nosrati. He graduated from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and was a physician scientist with a curious and...

Jun 28, 2023

 

Jo graduated from Cathedral High School in 1944.  She was in the choir all 4 years, class president for 3 years and treasurer for 1 year.  She received a scholarship to Our Lady of Cincinnati but decided to attend Andrew Jackson Business College where she received her BSS degree.

She worked for Liddon Pontiac which later became Beaman Pontiac...

Jun 27, 2023

Jun 27, 2023

 

Barbara Ann (Cole) Lindquist of Bon Aqua, Tennessee passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 27, 2023, at the age of 88. She was born January 16, 1935, in La’ Grange, Georgia to Benjamin F. (Bennie) and Mary Eva (Crowe) Cole.

Barbara (Bobbie) was a 1952 graduate of La’ Grange High School in Georgia. After graduation,...

Jun 25, 2023

 

Michael “Mike” Ray Perkins, Sr. passed away on June 25, 2023, in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 69. Mike was born on January 29, 1954, to the late JB and Laura Perkins. He was a graduate of Cohn High School and went on to attend Belmont University.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents,...