Obituaries
Wade Benz
Jan 26, 2024
Gary “Wade” Benz, Jr. joined his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 26, 2024. Wade was a beloved father, husband, son, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend. His contagious smile, sense of humor, and enthusiasm for conversation captivated the attention of all he encountered.
Wade was welcomed to the world by Gary and Diane Benz on November 14, 1979, in Nashville, TN....
James S. Myrick, Jr.
Jan 25, 2024
James S. Myrick, Jr., 100, passed away January 25th, 2024, in Nashville, TN.
Born June 9th, 1923, in Monroe, LA, to Katherine Inez Day Myrick and James S. Myrick, Sr. He was a graduate of Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, OK (Airline Service Mechanic), the University of Denver, and Vanderbilt University. He was a retired American Airlines Captain with over...
Kathy A. Wilson
Jan 24, 2024
Kathy A. Wilson passed away on January 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. She was born in Nashville, TN on September 15, 1965, to Doris and David E. Anderson.
Preceded in death by her father, David E. Anderson; maternal grandparents, Theodore and Ruth Nipper; paternal grandparents, Claude and Dorothy Anderson; parent-in laws, James and Joyce Wilson; sister-in-law...
Dr. Ghodrat Siami
Jan 24, 2024
Dr. Ghodrat A. Siami gained his heavenly wings on January 24, 2024 in Nashville, TN. Born in 1930 in Gorgan, Iran, Dr. Siami dedicated his life to the service of his community. His mission began in 1954 by offering free medical care in one of the poorest communities in Tehran to patients suffering and dying from common maladies that were...
Moosa Gharacholou
Jan 23, 2024
Moosa Gharacholou was born on October 5, 1936 in Garmsar, Iran. He married the love of his life, Mali Mobasherian, on February 26, 1963. They were married for 60 years and had three children. He and his family moved to the United States in 1978 and settled in Nashville, TN, where he completed his PhD in Educational Administration from George...
Michael Gee
Jan 22, 2024
Michael Gee, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was born February 3, 1980, in Bucyrus, Ohio.
Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Edith Ledbetter, Thomas Keating, paternal grandparents Alma Wilds, James Wilds and father James Schwab Jr.
He is survived by his mother, Angela Schwab, brother Josh (Breanne) Schwab, sisters Melissa Mills and Brandy Schwab; stepbrothers James...
Jean Walls
Jan 21, 2024
Jean Walls of Nashville passed away on January 21, 2024, at the age of 89. She was born on January 26, 1934, in Giles County to Clyde and Lady Will Morrow. She loved her children and grandchildren unconditionally. She loved being with family and friends during the holidays and preparing for get-togethers on any occasion. She was a member of...
Virginia Graves
Jan 20, 2024
Virginia “Ginny” Mae Dawson Barwick Graves, 74, passed away on January 20, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on December 12, 1949, in Nashville, TN. She is preceded in death by her parents, Woodrow Jackson Dawson and Elizabeth “Betsy” Jane Tacker Dawson, and first husband, Larry Barwick. She is survived by her husband, Harold Morgan Graves, Jr. of Nashville,...
Mary Claire Holzapfel
Jan 20, 2024
Born on October 25, 1938, Mary Claire Rayburn Holzapfel (“NaNa”) of Nashville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on January 20, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family at her beautiful home nestled within the snowy, quiet acres of Stephens Valley. Mary Claire’s life was highlighted by her devotion to her family and Mary, the Mother of God, her involvement in the community...
Lina W. Grammer
Jan 20, 2024
Lina Wells Grammer, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on January 20, 2024, at the age of 80 in Nashville, TN. Lina was born on June 30, 1943, in Bells, TN.
She is survived by her loving husband, Phil Grammer; daughters, Mandy (Tim) Gauldin, Tiffany (Kevin) Kimbro; grandchildren, Ben Gauldin, Jack Gauldin, Maggie Kimbro, Lila Kimbro, Bea Kimbro; brother Bill...
Judy M. Jennette Eades
Jan 19, 2024
Judy Marie Jennette “Nanny” Eades, passed away on January 19, 2024, at the age of 79. Born in Nashville, TN on September 2, 1944, Judy was a kind-hearted and compassionate individual who touched the lives of many. Preceded in death by her parents, Orbie Catherine and Albert Lee Jennette, brother, Jesse James Jennette, in-laws, Pa-pa and Granny Mai, sister-in-law, Rachael...
Joan Drane
Jan 17, 2024
Joan Drane, passed away on January 17, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on March 26, 1938, in Talladega, AL.
Preceded in death by her parents, Ausban and Realta Kearley and brother James “Jimmy” A. Kearley.
Joan is survived by her children, Tina Sharp, James (Lucinda Maynard) Drane III, Wendy (Jeffrey) Coss; grandchildren Jamie (Bret) Rideout, Clayton Sharp; great grandchildren, Oliver...
Cynthia Vaughn
Jan 15, 2024
Cynthia Vaughn, a loving mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on January 15, 2024. Born on December 6, 1992, in Nashville, TN. Cynthia was a compassionate soul who touched the lives of all those around her. Her passing has left a profound void, but her unforgettable presence and unwavering will forever be treasured in the hearts of her family...
Mary Lee Fowler Coats
Jan 14, 2024
Mary was born in Birmingham, AL. Her Father had just started a job with TVA and at six weeks old she moved to the Tennessee Valley.
She attended Marion County High School in Jasper, TN, graduating in 1969. She graduated from David Lipscomb College in 1973. She spent her last college year in Medical Technology School conducted at St. Thomas Hospital.
Mary...
Betsy Whitaker
Jan 13, 2024
NASHVILLE - Betsy Jean Whitaker, of Nashville, TN, died peacefully with her family by her side on January 13, 2024, at the age of 58. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, who was born to Lester and Phyllis Krueger in Bismarck, ND on September 22, 1965, during Hurricane Betsy. Betsy was raised and educated in Napa, CA,...
William Kevin Barnett
Jan 13, 2024
William Kevin Barnett
May 30, 1962 – January 13, 2024
Nashville
Kevin Barnett, age 61, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on January 13, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on May 30, 1962, in San Diego, California, and grew up in middle Tennessee. Kevin played basketball at the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, and graduated in 1984 with...
Kurt Wilke
Jan 13, 2024
On January 13, 2024, quietly, peacefully, and joyfully, Jesus led Kurt into His Heavenly Kingdom, leaving temporarily his cherished wife and family, and an earthly life filled beyond measure with blessings.
Kurt was born November 12, 1959. He had a unique opportunity growing up to live all around the world, including New York, Brussels, Yokohama, Madrid and...
Dorothy Sue Adcock
Jan 13, 2024
Mrs. Dorothy Sue Adcock age 91 of Kingston Springs, TN. passed away on January 13, 2024 at NHC at The Meadows with her family by her side.
Dorothy was born on August 5, 1932, to the late Almer Clyde Rounsaville and Vernita Edith Sayler Rounsaville. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Gene...
Lawrence Ernest Davis, Jr.
Jan 12, 2024
Mr. Lawrence Ernest Davis, Jr. age 66 of Nunnelly, TN. passed away on January 12, 2024, at Hardin County Medical Center in Savannah, TN.
Lawrence was born in Nashville, TN. on February 4, 1957, to the late Lawrence Ernest Davis, Sr. and Mary E. Coleman Davis. Lawrence was a truck driver and over the years he drove for the Red Cross,...
Julia E. Byrd
Jan 12, 2024
Mrs. Julia Edwards Byrd age 80, of Lewisburg, TN. passed away on January 12, 2024, at NHC Lewisburg, TN.
Julia was born on July 31, 1943, to the late James Henry Edwards and Iva Mae Fly Edwards. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, William C. (Bill) Byrd, son, James William Lemon and...
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