Obituaries
Nancy Stephenson Merkling
Mar 12, 2025
Nancy Harper Stephenson Merkling, 81, of Stewart, TN, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025.
Nancy was a colorful lady who loved sparkles, flowers, and watching her grandchildren dance. She loved life and it was never a dull moment around her! She was a loving mother who devoted her life to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by children,...
Kenneth Lloyd
Dec 18, 2024
Kenneth Michael Lloyd, M.D., FACR, died peacefully at home on December 18, 2024, in Nashville, TN, at the age of 75. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 49 years, Sharon Doyle Lloyd.
Kenneth is survived by his daughter, Amanda Jane Lloyd Anand (Vaibhav), and granddaughter, Abigail Grace Caldwell Anand, of Nashville, TN; brother John Leslie Lloyd (Brenda)...
James "Norm" Holcombe
Apr 1, 2025
James Norman Holcombe Sr., 81, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Norm is preceded in death by his father, James A. Holcombe; his mother, Margaret C. Holcombe; and his daughter, Kimberly Dawn Holcombe. He is survived by his wife, Dionne; his son, James N. Holcombe Jr. (Liz); his sister, Anne Vaughn (Rev. Bert...
Larry Gordon Thompson
Apr 1, 2025
Mr. Larry Gordon Thompson was born in Nashville, TN on September 25, 1941, to Charles Ray and Lucile Page Thompson. Larry graduated from Cohn High School and went on to complete his Bachelor’s degree at Belmont College. He fostered a successful career as an agent with Provident Life Insurance in the Middle Tennessee area and moved to Illinois in the...
Bradley Hoot
Mar 31, 2025
I was born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1942 and have always had the luck of the Irish. I had a loving supportive family which includes my parents, Don and Leona and my brother, Howard. The smartest thing I ever did was marry Cathy—my soulmate and love of my life for over 50 years.
I got a good education at Michigan...
Robert H. Holt
Mar 31, 2025
Robert H. Holt, affectionately known as "The Chief," peacefully departed this life on March 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on November 27, 1927, in Florence, Alabama, Robert was a beloved son of Ethel Spain Holt and Robert Hightower Holt. He grew up in Collinwood, Tennessee, surrounded by a large family, one of eight children.
A man of remarkable talent and...
Louise Leonard Black
Mar 30, 2025
Louise Leonard Black, age 84, passed away on March 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Charles Allen Black. Louise was born in Columbus, Georgia, to Alexander Lewis Leonard and Edna Augusta Allen on August 26, 1940. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1958 and earned a Bachelor of Arts...
Betty Jo Swift
Mar 28, 2025
Betty Jo Clark Swift, 89, of Nashville, TN, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Betty Jo will be remembered for her resilience, sharp sense of humor, and feisty spirit. She was devoted to her family and friends, a constant source of generosity and loyalty. Above all, “Mimi” was cherished...
Dr. Nelson Edward Shankle
Mar 27, 2025
Nelson Edward Shankle, 84, of Nashville Tennessee left us peacefully on March 27, 2025.
Born on October 7, 1940, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Nelson was the son of C.B. Shankle and Nell Lett Shankle and raised by his stepmother, Mary Francis Lemon. He grew up with two brothers, George and Bob Shankle. Nelson graduated salutatorian from Humboldt High school where his father...
Jack Brent King
Mar 26, 2025
Jack Brent King, passed away on March 26, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 2, 1934, in Franklin, TN, Jack was a simple man whose great spirit touched all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication, both as a mechanic and as a cherished friend to many.
Jack is preceded in death by his loving...
Thomas Yarbrough
Mar 26, 2025
Thomas Heflin Yarbrough was born in Randolph County, Alabama to J. W. Yarbrough and Cordie Lee Sears Yarbrough, April 18, 1931. He passed away on March 26, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.
He is preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Homer and Bob; 7 sisters, Mabel, Inez, Eunice, Jean, Nell, Ann, Geardline.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Smith Yarbrough;...
Earnest Harold Smith
Mar 21, 2025
Mr. Earnest Harold Smith was born in Middlesboro, KY to Simon Sylvester and Myrtle Tye Smith on September 10, 1935. He attended college in Kentucky where he met the love of his life, Alice Goforth and for 67 years, they enjoyed a wonderful life together. Harold was a veteran, and had a lifelong career as an Accountant, working into his...
Larry O'Neal McClerkin
Mar 20, 2025
Mr. Larry O’Neal McClerkin was born on December 23, 1974, in Decaturville, TN to Larry Gene and Betty Jane McClerkin. He moved to Fairview, TN where he met and married the love of his life, Crystal Faulkner. Larry loved fishing and music … country to rap. He enjoyed mowing the grass, working on cars, eating soul and home cooked food,...
Peggy Sue Beard
Mar 20, 2025
Peggy Sue Beard of Franklin, TN passed away March 20, 2025, at the age of 65 years. Peggy was born in Williamson County to James Junior and Mary Roberts Scott on May 2, 1959.
She loved working word search puzzles, being outdoors and in her early years, gardening.
Peggy is preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Scott, and is...
Marie Nicole Harden
Mar 18, 2025
Marie Nicole “Nikki” Harden, born on January 2, 1977, passed away on March 18, 2025, leaving behind memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who loved her. A beacon of strength and joy, Nikki was known for her unwavering dedication to her faith, family, and friends. Her loyalty and determination shone brightly.
Nikki is survived by her children...
Ruel Oquindo
Mar 18, 2025
Ruel Vasquez Oquindo, aged 57, passed away on March 18, 2025 in Franklin, Tennessee. He was a resident of Brentwood, Tennessee and was an alumnus of Don Bosco Technical Institute in Mandaluyong, Philippines. Ruel was a kind and gentle man who was deeply loved by his whole family.
Ruel loved music - especially 80’s British pop-punk - and was an excellent...
Bobbie Nell Benick
Mar 18, 2025
Bobbie Nell Benick of Franklin, Tennessee passed away peacefully with her children by her side on March 18, 2025 at the age of 85.
Bobbie was born November 17, 1939 in Baldwyn, Mississippi to Herman and Jewell Pannell. Her family moved to Memphis, TN in 1949 where she attended Humes High School and received her high school diploma. Shortly after, fate...
Mark Hortian
Mar 18, 2025
Mark Hortian, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully March 18, 2025 at the age of 73. Originally from Long Island, New York, Mark loved his friends and family there, but he moved his family to Nashville in pursuit of a quieter, more peaceful lifestyle. Mark enjoyed a wide variety of things that life had to...
Dorothy "Dot" L. Holcomb
Mar 17, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” L. Holcomb entered her heavenly home on March 17, 2025, at the age of 90 years. She was born to Frances and Milton Moody, Sr. on September 25, 1934, in Nashville, TN. Dot always dreamed of becoming a nurse and she pursued her passion in the middle years of her life, graduating as a Cum laude RN from...
Rosemary Shelton
Mar 16, 2025
Rosemary Shelton, of Nashville, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on February 15, 1932, to Rose and Milton Cooke. She moved to Nashville in 1968. Family was extremely important to Rosemary, and she was a tremendously devoted wife and mother. She loved to travel, and she was an...
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