Obituaries

Sep 5, 2024

Damion Adam Pruett, born on June 20, 1972, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, passed away on September 5, 2024. 

He is survived by his loving wife, Tera Pruett, with whom he shared thirty wonderful years of marriage. Together they raised two children, Brandy Pruett and Brad Pruett. Damion took pride in being a grandfather to Nathaniel, Nicholas, Makayla, and Sophia, and his joy...

Sep 2, 2024

Phillip Joel McFarland, affectionately known as Phil, was born on May 12, 1958, in Dickson, Tennessee. He passed away on September 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and love for his family and friends. Phil was a strong fighter with the support of his loving family. He overcame cancer in 1984 and again in 1999, but...

Sep 2, 2024

 Helen Baldwin Boone, born on October 25, 1928, in Orlando, Florida, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024. Helen was a cherished member of her community, known for her warmth and creativity, expressed throughout her vibrant life. 

Helen's career as a florist was a true reflection of her passion, as she found great joy in floral designing. Her family often remarked...

Aug 30, 2024

 If you ever met Floyd A. Craig, the chances are very good you also learned that you were “significant.” He told this to friends and family, but even more likely to complete strangers, or others whose path he crossed. 

 “I have a word for you,” he’d start, getting the attention of the unsuspecting person who was about to get a blessing....

Aug 29, 2024

Eva Fergerson, a beloved native of Nashville, Tennessee, was born on November 24, 1941. She departed from us on August 29, 2024, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter and memories.

Eva is preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Potter and Louise Gilbert Potter; son, Roy O’Neal Barnes; sister, Glenda Potter Davis; brother, Austin Potter.

Eva is survived by her...

Aug 25, 2024

Dr. Robert H. Magruder III was born January 23, 1951 in Nashville, Tennessee. He passed away on August 25, 2024.

Robert is preceded by his parents, Dr. Robert Magruder and Eliza P. Magruder MacLemore; and sister, Brenda Carpenter. 

Robert is survived by wife, Susan Goza Magruder; children, Robert Joshua (Jordan) Magruder, Mary Jennings (Mark) Ray, and Joseph O’Bryan (Sarah) Martin III; six...

Aug 25, 2024

Edith Mayrue Harper passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at the age of 90. She was born April 28, 1934 in Lobelville,TN. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Harper; parents, Leffler and Annie Walker; siblings, Barney Walker, Lessie Leegan, Mildred Smith, Lila Wright and Ralph Walker. 

She is survived by daughters, Elaine Harper and Cindy Knight-Moore...

Aug 24, 2024

Anatoliy Gladkyy, passed away, surrounded by his loved ones, on August 24, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Mr. Gladkyy was born March 27, 1945, in Ukraine. 

After graduating from Taras Shevchenko Kyiv National University with a degree in mathematics, Anatoliy worked at the Institute of Cybernetics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine for more than 50 years; he became a...

Aug 24, 2024

Patrick Hale Camm 

Born in Neptune, NJ on August 16, 1957 Departed on August 24, 2024 and resided in Brentwood, TN 

CAMM, Patrick Hale - age 67, a longtime resident of Brentwood, Tennessee died Saturday morning, August 24, 2024. Mr. Camm was born August 16, 1957 in Neptune, New Jersey. He graduated from Father Ryan High School in 1975 and worked for...

Aug 22, 2024

COL. (Ret.) Carl M. Allbee, age 85, died peacefully on August 22, 2024. He was born on January 31, 1939 in Tonawanda, New York.After graduating from Tonawanda High School in 1957, Carl received his associate’s degree from Erie County Community College and then joined the US Air Force. He served six years and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Carl...

Aug 19, 2024

On August 19, 2024, Adria Lynn Keuning, née Zilonis, transitioned from this world surrounded by family and many friends from all stages of her life following a recent rapid decline from cancer-related liver failure.

Growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts – the only child of Richard “Zeke” Zilonis and Linda Anne Zilonis, née Larson – Adria spent her time laughing, loving, and...

Aug 19, 2024

Lester "Hal" Harold Melton, was born on November 7, 1938, in Nashville, TN. He departed this life on August 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, commitment, and unwavering dependability. 

A devoted husband for over 65 years to his cherished wife, Claudette Melton, who preceded him in death as well as his son John C. Melton; sister Madeline M. Macmillan,...

Aug 18, 2024

Stephen Lee Pate, age 70, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, August 18, 2024 after a short, but determined fight with cancer. Steve was born in Nashville, TN on February 3,1954 to Robert Thomas (R.T.) Pate and Beverly Irene (Kemp) Brown. 

 

A native Tennessean, Steve graduated in 1972, however not before he joined the United States Air Force. He left for...

Aug 17, 2024

Aug 17, 2024

William “Johnny” Johnston Jr. of Ashland City, TN passed away August 17,2024 at the age of 81. 

 

Johnny is preceded in death by his parents, William “Johnny” Johnston and Karleen Green, and his son, William “Trey” Johnston III.

 

Johnny is survived by his wife of forty years, June Johnston; siblings, Kenneth Johnston, and Dale (Barbara) Johnston; grandchildren, William (Ivy) Johnston IV; and...

Aug 15, 2024

Mary Lou Mangrum was born on November 4, 1956 and was a lifelong resident of Kingston Springs, Tennessee. 

Mary Lou is preceded in death by her father, Howard C Ivey; mother, Virgie L Ivey; and husband, Albert Mangrum. 

She was a member of Kingston Springs Church of Christ. 

Mary Lou was a soft-spoken soul with a love for her many pets throughout her...

Aug 15, 2024

Carlos Perez, age 40 of Fairview, Tennessee, passed away at home on August 15, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family, after a 2 year battle with cancer. Carlos was born in November 27, 1983 in Orlando, Florida, to Robert and Gina Perez. 

Carlos was a dedicated husband and partner to Kelly Perez for 17 years. He was a beloved...

Aug 15, 2024

Dwight Earl Long age 77, went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Rev. Donald Earl Long and Mary Beth Scott Long. Grandparents Idelle and Cecil Earl Long, Nathaniel and Mable Scott.

He was born in Madisonville, KY but grew up in Hopkinsville, KY. He graduated from Hopkinsville High School and Austin...

Aug 14, 2024

Mehdi "Mac" Tavana, a cherished father and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2024, in Nashville, TN, at the age of 77. Mac’s remarkable life was a testament to hard work and dedication.

Mac is preceded in death by his parents Akbar Tavana and Halimeh Akbarzade.

Survived by his son Michael (Daria) Tavana; grandchildren Jaykob Tavana, Jayden, Truman; 4 brothers...

Aug 14, 2024

Viola “Vi” McPherson, Age 88, of Burns, passed away August 14, 2024.

Preceded in death by her husband Edward McPherson, her parents Vernon Hatch and Alice Agnes Buckley Hatch, 2 great-grandchildren Austin Warden and Paige Warden, brothers Richard Buckley, Elmer Hatch, Enos Hatch, Rodney Hatch, Henry Hatch, and sisters Ella Searles and Blanche Fox. Survived by children Debra Mills (Roger), Danny...