Obituaries
Paula Russell
Mar 25, 2025
Paula Russell, a beacon of beauty and strength, departed this world on March 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that will echo in the hearts of all who knew her. Born on November 2, 1951, in the landscape of Twentynine Palms, California, Paula embodied a spirit that was both loving and spiritual, radiating warmth to friends and family alike.
Paula is...
Randall L. Patterson
Apr 17, 2025
Mr. Randall Luther Patterson passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025. There will be a gathering and visitation in Randall's honor on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the Pavilion of Harpeth Hills Funeral Home. The family will be receiving friends between the hours of 2:00pm and 4:00pm.
Full obituary to be posted at a later date.
Linda Smith West
Apr 15, 2025
Linda Smith West
December 22, 1945 – April 15, 2025 Nashville, Tennessee
Loving mother, and proud grandmother, Linda Smith West passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 79. Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, she spent her life rooted in faith, family, and the beauty of the natural world around her.
Linda was the daughter of Wendell Smith and...
Donald William Hasselbeck
Apr 14, 2025
Donald William Hasselbeck, also known as Big D. Don. Poppa. The DonFather. Hass. Donny. Dad. Don passed away of sudden cardiac arrest on April 14, 2025. He was born April 1, 1955, the son of John and Molly Hasselbeck. Don grew up in a busy and hard working home in Cincinnati, Ohio with his 5 siblings. He was 6’4” in...
Michael Gresham
Apr 13, 2025
Michael Brian Gresham was born in Greenville, S.C. on January 7, 1964, to parents Beverly and Jim Gresham. He passed away April 13, 2025, in Nashville, after a sudden critical illness.
Mike was proceeded in death by his father Jim Gresham and his older brother Jack Gresham. He is survived by his mother Beverly Gresham and two brothers Greg Gresham(Vicky), Tim...
Hazel Baldwin
Apr 13, 2025
Hazel Baldwin passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born on February 22, 1935, in Springfield, TN.
Hazel was known throughout her life as a very hard worker, dedicating many years to her career at Pep Industries and Stouffer Chemical Company. Her commitment to her work reflected her strong work ethic.
Hazel is preceded in death...
Hazel Marie Buttrey
Apr 11, 2025
Hazel Marie Buttrey, born on September 9, 1927, in Bon Aqua, TN, passed away on April 11, 2025, in Franklin, TN.
Preceded in death by her loving husband Finis Edward “Ed” Buttrey; brothers John Tidwell, Harvel Tidwell; sister Jewel Daugherty; parents Lewis E Tidwell and Annie Lee Tidwell.
Survived by her children Harold (Sue) Buttrey, Neva Buttrey, Teresa (Donnie) Harris; grandchildren James...
Lewis Solomon
Apr 9, 2025
Lewis (“Lou”) Anthony George Solomon, Sr.
October 27, 1931 - April 9, 2025Lewis (“Lou”) Anthony George Solomon, Sr., of Kingston Springs,Tennessee, departed from this world on April 9, 2025 at the age of 93.He was a warm and generous friend and a devoted husband and father.
Lou was born on October 27, 1931 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Rose Marie and Samuel B....
Donald Wilkes
Apr 9, 2025
Donald Wayne Wilkes peacefully passed away to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on the evening of April 9 while surrounded by loving family members. On February 16, 1941, Don was the second child born to Ruth Seibert Wilkes and Waid Wilkes in Memphis, Tennessee. While living on E. Olive Street Don heard Christian hymns being piped throughout the neighborhood...
Herman Wayne DePriest
Apr 8, 2025
Herman Wayne DePriest, a beloved church organist, devoted family man, and music enthusiast, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on September 8, 1954, in Clarksville, Tennessee, Herman's life was characterized by his deep love for God, his family, and the art of music.
Herman's educational journey took him to Austin Peay, where he honed his musical talents,...
Shirley Ann Beech
Apr 8, 2025
Shirley Ann Beech, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Dickson, TN. She was born on October 14, 1946, in Madison, TN.
Preceding her in death is her parents, Richard and Katherine McGee, and her brothers William, Tommy, and Richard McGee, as well as her sister Dorothy Layton.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Steve Beech; daughter Shana (Ryan) Vehling; grandchildren...
Shirley Carter Robert
Apr 8, 2025
Shirley Carter Robert, widow of James R. Robert, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend who filled the lives of those around her with warmth and compassion.
Survived by her loving children Billy Joe (Debbie) Carter, Jonathan Lee (Kathy) Carter, Jan Carter Stumbo, Jean C. Atkinson, James Ralph (Irene)...
Margie Joyce Pedigo
Apr 4, 2025
Margie Joyce was born in Coble, Tennessee on April 29, 1942, to James and Eva Lynn. Her family moved to Nashville where she met the love of her life and husband of 60 years Hansford Pedigo.
Being 16, their parents wouldn’t allow them to get married, so they had an uncle drive them to Kentucky, where they were denied but had...
Robert "Bob" Edward Heil
Apr 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Heil, who left us on April 1, 2025. Bob was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, known for his kindness, patience, generosity, and adventurous spirit.
Born in Louisville Kentucky on May 17th, 1939, Bob lived a life full of love and dedication to his family and friends....
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...
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...
Robert H. Holt
Mar 30, 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...
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...
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