Obituaries
Hollister Summers Harrison
Dec 31, 2025
Hollister Summers Harrison, aged 93, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor Jacqueline “Jackie” (Croston) Harrison and is survived by his three children: Jeannine “Jennie” Harrison Powell of Jacksonville, FL, David Summers Harrison of Nashville, TN and Laura Hollister Suzanne Harrison of Franklin, TN. He is grandfather to three...
Barbara Ruth Emerton
Dec 30, 2025
Barbara Ruth Emerton, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, was born on January 5, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee. It is with heavy hearts that we announce her passing on December 30, 2025. Barbara's spirit was one of warmth and generosity, and her commitment to serving others was evident throughout her lifetime.
Barbara is preceded in death by her...
Judy Davis Foxall
Dec 29, 2025
Judy Davis Foxall of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday December 29, 2025 at the age of 85.
Ms. Foxall was preceded in death by her husband, James Harold Foxall, Jr. She is survived by her children, John Garner (Shay), Paula Eason (Ronnie), James Foxall, III (Beth), and Lynn Gray (Raymond); grandchildren Anna, Macie, Ryan, Johnathan, Keaton, Mandi, Matt, and Michael;...
Elizabeth Garner
Dec 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Garner
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Elizabeth "Betty" Louise Garner, on December 28th, following a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Betty was the loving center of our family, and her loss is deeply felt by all who knew her.
Betty was born on August 4, 1939, in Johnstown,...
Wade Raymond Conklin, III
Dec 26, 2025
Wade Raymond Conklin III, 82, passed away surrounded by his family on December 26, 2025. A Nashville native, Wade attended the former West End High School. After graduating from West End, he attended Austin Peay State University before embarking on a highly successful career in the music industry.
Wade was a pioneer who influenced the movement of bringing new genres of...
Geneva M Byrd
Dec 26, 2025
Geneva Anne McMillen Byrd, a devoted daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025. She always had an opinion, but she caringly loved and guided her children, grandchildren, and family. Her children and grandchildren were her world; she cherished them all, there was nothing that she would not do for them.
Geneva was born in Woodbury,...
Frances Ann Jones
Dec 25, 2025
Frances “Ann” Jones, 83, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025.
A generous and caring woman, her greatest joys came from spending time with her family and the many beloved pets that accompanied her through the years. Her favorite pastimes were bird watching, listening to music and cooking, for which she was quite renowned. Her strawberry cake was legendary and eagerly...
Karen Holman
Dec 24, 2025
Karen Marie Holman was born December 11, 1957 in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Harold and Marilyn Pedersen. She grew up in Hollywood, Florida and graduated from Hollywood Hills High School in 1975. She lived in Melbourne, Florida and Eastern Tennessee before meeting the love of her life, Chris, and making her home in Fairview. Karen worked for many years at...
Justin Tyler Shores
Dec 22, 2025
Justin T. Shores, 37, of Thompson's Station, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on December 22, 2025.
Born on June 26, 1988, Justin grew up in Carthage, Tennessee. At the age of 9, he accepted Jesus into his life at Cornerstone Baptist Church in Carthage, a moment that shaped his faith and guided his compassionate journey. He was a man who loved life...
Rodney Tourville
Dec 21, 2025
Rodney was born in Burlington, Vermont, on March 4, 1930, to Walter and Catherine Stewart Tourville. He leaves behind his wife and best friend Carolyn Ferguson Tourville, his brother Stewart Tourville, sons Rodney Tourville (Kennita) and Raymond Tourville (Donna), daughters Theresa Harmon (James) and Tina Wade, along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by...
Mittnee Dawn Doub
Dec 21, 2025
Mittnee Dawn Doub was gifted to the world on March 15th, 1963 and she passed from this world on December 21st, 2025 at the age of 62.
Mittnee was preceded in death by her husband James "Jimmy" Doub, her parents Odie and Peggy Foxall, and her brother Ray Foxall.
Mittnee was survived in life by her children Justin Megibben, Alex Doub, Ronnie...
Albert Easley Coleman
Dec 21, 2025
Albert Easley Coleman, age 93, of Nashville, Tennessee, was born on July 7, 1932, in Little Lot, Tennessee, to the late Leonard and Maurine Easley Coleman. He entered eternal rest on December 21, 2025, in Nashville.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Coleman was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janet Mayo Coleman; his sisters, Jean Fanning (Clifford) and Nancy...
Bobby Bratcher
Dec 20, 2025
Bobby Lee Bratcher, age 74, of Franklin, TN, passed away on December 20, 2025.
It is with great sorrow that we report the peaceful passing of our beloved Bobby, who bravely battled cancer for the last three years. Bobby was an adored and devoted husband for 49 ½ years. He was also an incredible son, brother, brother-in-law, godfather, and friend.
He always...
Eddie Clark
Dec 18, 2025
Eddie Clark, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on November 12, 1937, he lived an extraordinary life that illuminated the lives of everyone who knew him.
Eddie is preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Clark; son, Eddie “Wayne” Clark Jr., daughter, Lorrie Ann Hall (James Hall);...
James Scott Alden
Dec 16, 2025
James Scott Alden, 76, passed away December 16, 2025, in Nashville, TN.
Scott was born on May 21, 1949, in Dallas, TX. He was a graduate of Montgomery Bell Academy and Vanderbilt University. He is preceded in death by his father, Samuel Scott Alden, mother, Katharine Cartwright Taylor Alden, and nephew Christopher Cartwright Haun.
Scott is survived by his wife, Lisa Chapman...
Mike Kersey
Dec 16, 2025
George Michael “Mike” Kersey was born on June 19, 1952, in Camp Polk, LA, and passed on December 16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 73 after battling lung cancer. During his life, Mike lived in Jacksonville Fla for 30 yrs, Charleston, SC for 11 yrs, as well as the Mediterranean Sea, via USS Canopus, USS Trippe, USS...
Vickie Cuzzort
Dec 15, 2025
Vickie Cuzzort, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on December 15, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on November 28, 1951, Vickie's vibrant spirit and passion for creativity brought joy to everyone who knew her.
Vickie is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Cuzzort; granddaughter, Starlyn Parrish; sister, Terri Halliburton; and brothers, Kenny Wilson, Mark Wilson, Mike...
Donald Paul Daniels
Dec 13, 2025
Ever early, he must have had a heavenly appointment set for 5:30 p.m., because Donald Paul Daniels passed away at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
Born on April 4th, 1948, in Nashville, TN to Beulah and Arnold Daniels, Sr., he was fourth in a line of six siblings. Dependability, punctuality, honesty, and stability—he kept these constants like a personal...
Beverly Annette Payton
Dec 12, 2025
A musician died Friday. Her name was Beverly Annette Mask Payton. She was 86 years old (AUG 21 1939 – DEC 12, 2025) and she brought magical music into the lives of everyone who knew her. In the earliest years of her life, she lived on the Chickasaw Bluff overlooking the Mississippi River at Memphis and spent summer days sliding...
Gerald Dennis McCormick II
Dec 11, 2025
Gerald D. McCormick, Former Tennessee House Majority Leader, dies at 63.
Nashville, TN — Gerald D. McCormick II, a decorated U.S. Army veteran, respected real estate broker, and longtime member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 63. A devoted public servant and civic leader, he represented the people of Hamilton County’s...
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