Obituaries
Russell Edward Hicks
Dec 11, 2023
Russell Edward “Eldorado” Hicks, legendary steel guitarist and monument to his family and to music, passed away on December 11, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. He spent his final moments surrounded by his loving wife and daughters, who cherished him every last minute.
Russ was born on March 13, 1942 in Beckley, West Virginia to Goldie Mae and Lawton...
Barbara Long
Dec 9, 2023
Barbara Long passed away on December 9, 2023, in Dickson, TN. She was born on January 26, 1941, in Boston, MA.
Preceded in death by her loving husband, John Long, Sr., daughters, Laura Long, Deonna Long; parents, Earl and Annette Nezery.
Survivors include son, John Long, Jr.; grandchildren, Hannah Long, Luke Boren, Kelly Boren, Jace Glass, Emily Hardcastle; sisters, Carol...
Jennifer Rose Rutherford
Dec 9, 2023
Jennifer Rose Rutherford passed away on December 9, 2023 at the age of 63, in the loving arms of her husband and comfortability at home. Born on August 8, 1960, in St. Louis, MO. Jennifer’s life was filled with many friends, family, and much love which was evident with the visits, cards, and support as she fought the terrible brain...
Libby Shaw
Dec 7, 2023
Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Shaw, beloved to her family and many friends, went home to be with Jesus on December 7, 2023. She was born on January 24, 1946, and led an extraordinary life that touched the hearts of many. She was preceded in death by her parents, June Ingram Elmore and Harry Austin Elmore of Knoxville, TN.
Libby is survived...
Thomas Graves Ritter
Dec 6, 2023
Thomas Graves Ritter went home to be with his heavenly family on December 6th, 2023. Tom was born April 10, 1966, to Margaret and Edward Ritter in Pittsburgh, PA. He is survived by his father Ed Ritter, his sisters Amy and Linda Ritter, sister and husband Edie and Jim Sloan, brothers and wives Ed and Marlene Ritter and Jim and...
Joan Phyle
Dec 6, 2023
Joan Phyle passed away peacefully in her sleep to be with her Heavenly Father on December 6, 2023 at the age of 96. She loved Jesus Christ as her personal Savior, her family, reading her Bible and singing hymns. She was loved dearly by her family and will be missed a great deal. Surviving relatives include the following: Sun Lambert-Daughter,...
Ray Glenn Roberts
Dec 6, 2023
Ray Glenn Roberts, 94, of Nashville, TN passed peacefully at home the morning of December 6 surrounded by family. He was born on December 18, 1928, in Manchester, TN, to the late Walter Hale and Beulah Roberts. Glenn was a family man to the core. Nothing made him happier than gathering the whole family together to celebrate an event or...
Jean Curfman
Dec 4, 2023
Jean Caruthers Curfman, age 81, of Nashville, TN passed peacefully at home on December 4, 2023. Jean was born on May 5, 1942. She is preceded in death by her father, William Rudolph Caruthers and mother, Edna Rust Caruthers, husband, Forest Walter Curfman, Jr.
Survived by her daughter, Beverly Curfman, sisters, Joan Weaver and Myrna Sullens, several nieces and nephews,...
William Murphey Rainey
Dec 3, 2023
William Murphey Rainey (Bill) passed away on December 3, 2023, in Franklin, TN. at age 86. He was the son of William Rufus Rainey and Mary Murphey Rainey of Macon, MS. Bill was born in Electric Mills, MS. and grew up in Macon, MS. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Annie Louise Chancellor and Mary...
Dustin James Brumley
Dec 3, 2023
Dustin James Brumley, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2023, at the age of 30. He was born on January 4, 1993, in Nashville, Tennessee. Known for his determined spirit, mischievous pranks, strong work ethic and sense of humor, Dustin leaves behind a legacy that will forever be cherished.
Preceded in death by his father, Richard Brumley; uncle Rocky Patterson...
Renota Meadows Jesperson
Dec 2, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Renota Meadows Jesperson, born on January 4, 1962, and peacefully departed from this world on December 2, 2023. She was a native of Nashville, Tennessee, and later resided in Madisonville, Tennessee.
Renota is survived by two loving sons, Robert Meadows of Madisonville, TN, and Shayne White of Nashville,...
Wendell Williams
Dec 2, 2023
Wendell Long Williams, 82, of Nashville, Tennessee passed away peacefully at home on December 2, 2023. He was born in Kannapolis, North Carolina and is preceded in death by his parents, Ruth Williams and Ralph Williams and his sister Juanelle Oliver. He is survived by his wife Linda W. Williams, and daughters Wendy Williams Hunt and Cindy Willliams-Hite (Michael). He...
Terry Clark Kurre
Dec 1, 2023
Terry Clark Kurre passed away at the age of 77 in Nashville, TN. He was born on September 18, 1946, in St. Louis Missouri to the late Harold and Jean Kurre. Terry lived a life of purpose, faith, and love. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Terry is...
Reba Lampley
Dec 1, 2023
Reba Lampley of Fairview passed away on December 1, 2023 at the age of 67. She was born on October 25, 1956 to Marion and Martha Capley and was the youngest of 4 sisters.
Reba attended Fairview High School where she met her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, David. They were married on February 4,...
Virginia Jenkins
Nov 29, 2023
Virginia Jo Jenkins, age 95, went to her heavenly home on November 29, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents Mima Lou & Hubert Anderson, siblings Jimmy Anderson, Billy Anderson, Mary Ruth Alvis, & husbands Fay Kirby Jenkins (Father of their children), & Lon Bradley. She is survived by children Ginger Jenkins, Kirby (Nancy) Jenkins, Jeff (Carol) Jenkins,...
William "Gene" Graham, Sr.
Nov 29, 2023
William "Gene" Graham, Sr., age 83, a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grand, passed away on November 29, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on May 8, 1940, in Williamson County, Tennessee, to the late JD and Virgie Graham. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Melvin “Tutor” Graham.
Survived by his wife, Linda Graham, daughters,...
Conway Todd Hughes Jr.
Nov 28, 2023
Conway Todd Hughes, Jr., “Bud,” of Nashville passed away on November 28, 2023, at the age of 94.
He will be lovingly remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor by his children: Russie (Larry) Hamm, Connie Hughes, Todd Hughes, Ruth (Stan) Lipski, and Randle (Rodney) Ellis; nephew, Billy (Tammy) Hughes; grandchildren: Matthew Hamm, Corey Hamm, Austin...
Mack Sain
Nov 26, 2023
Mack Sain, of Lebanon, Tennessee passed away on November 26, 2023, at the age of 65. He was born on October 21, 1958, to the late Oliver and Lena Sain. Mack enjoyed the outdoors, and Jeep rides with his Jeeps and Wrenches group that him and Patricia are a part of. He was also heavily involved with his boy...
William "Cowboy" F. Hawkins, Jr.
Nov 26, 2023
William "Cowboy" F. Hawkins, Jr., It is with great sadness that we announce his passing on November 26, 2023, in Antioch, Tennessee.
Cowboy is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 1/2 years, Helen Hawkins, his mother Ora F. Buck, and his sister Elizabeth Hawkins Dobson. He leaves behind his son, William "Wink" (Kay) Hawkins III, as well...
Cornellia Polk
Nov 25, 2023
Cornellia Polk- mama and nana- age 75 passed away on November 25, 2023.
Preceded in death by son, Mitchell Polk; and mother, Virginia Estes Jones. Survived by husband, Felton Murray Polk, Jr.; daughters, Michele Sullivan (Rick), Tracy Henderson (Bert), Melanie Paulson (Pete); grandchildren, Chris Henderson (Jordan), Mitchell Henderson (Jessica), Chad Sullivan (Allyson), Kinsey Day (Wyatt); great-grandchildren, Isabella Henderson, Sophie Mack...
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