Obituaries
James Elmer Smith, Jr.
Feb 4, 2025
Mr. James Elmer Smith, Jr. passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 84 years.
James was born in Bolton, Mississippi and attended Mississippi State University. After college, he followed a career in the engineering field. James married the love of his life, Janet Todd, and in retirement, moved to live closer to their daughter, Ashley, and her family....
Ruby Smith
Feb 3, 2025
Early morning of February 3, 2025, Ruby Smith, aged 87, left us to be with Kayo and the Lord. She was born to Carlton Greer and Emma Baker Greer on January 21, 1938 in Dickson, Tn. Ruby grew up in Dickson and Nashville, Tennessee and graduated from Cohn High School in 1956 where she played clarinet in the band. She...
Michael Baxter Williams
Feb 2, 2025
Michael Baxter Williams, born on September 22, 1954, passed away peacefully in the early hours of February 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and spent his childhood in Los Angeles, California. As a young adult, he moved to Jackson, Mississippi, before eventually settling in Franklin, Tennessee with his beloved wife—the place he loved...
Lawrence Cooper Wright
Feb 2, 2025
Lawrence Cooper Wright, passed away on February 2, 2025, in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was born on December 20, 1938, in Pegram, Tennessee.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 63 years, Jimmie Gail Wright, and siblings Robert, Joe, Jack, Tootie, and Thelma.
Cooper leaves behind a loving family, including his son Scott (Lori) Wright, grandsons Lance (Jessica) Wright and Aaron Wright,...
Shirley Delores Oliphant
Feb 1, 2025
Shirley “Delores” Oliphant, age 76, of Bon Aqua, Tennessee passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 1, 2025. She was born on June 11, 1948, to the late Horace Harris and Marzella Belford Harris.
Delores was in the graduating class of 1966 at Fairview High School. She was also a devoted member of Craigfield Freewill Baptist when she was able...
Ruth Skinner
Jan 30, 2025
Ruth Ethel Skinner, born on June 17, 1921, in Bangor, Maine, lived a life dedicated to service and family. She grew up with her loving parents, Mary and William, and her sister, Miriam. After graduating from high school, Ruth pursued her passion for nursing at Bangor General Hospital, where she graduated with honors.
In 1943, Ruth joined the US Air Force...
Havva Heydarkhoei
Jan 29, 2025
Havva Heydarkhoei Blourchian, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated healthcare professional, passed away peacefully at the age of 94. Born on September 27, 1930, in Tabriz, Iran, she lived a life defined by love, compassion, and unwavering service to others.
She was the devoted wife of Boyouk Blourchian, with whom she shared 60 wonderful years of marriage before his passing....
Cissi Britt
Jan 28, 2025
Florence “Cissi” Esther Britt of Hoover, Alabama, passed peacefully late in the evening on Tuesday, January 28th, 2025, covered in prayer and surrounded by loving family.
Florence Ester Holt was born on September 27th, 1952, in Biloxi, Mississippi, and the world was forever changed. Florence, known by all who loved her as Cissi, was the first child born to her overjoyed...
Andrew Hill
Jan 26, 2025
Andrew Wilson Hill, a life-long resident of Nashville, Tennessee, died unexpectedly on January 26, 2025 at the age of 32 in his home.
Drew is survived by his parents, Lisa and David Hill; his brother, David Wilson Hill (Sarah), and nephew, Lincoln Hill; his loving aunts and uncles, James P. Wilson III (Sarah), A. Timothy Wilson (April), M. Kelly Wilson (Debbie),...
Meredith Charlton Bains
Jan 26, 2025
Meredith Charlton Bains, known lovingly as Papa, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025. He was born in Fairview, Tennessee, on September 7, 1938, and built a wonderful life there along with his beloved wife, Barbara, over their 68 years of marriage.
Meredith was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Susie Mae Bains, and his sisters, Evalee, Hattie, and...
Carolyn Fay Noles
Jan 26, 2025
Carolyn Fay Noles, passed away on January 26, 2025, in Pegram, TN. Born on June 28, 1938, in Bruceton, TN, Carolyn was a beloved figure known for her unwavering spirit, and boundless love for her family.
Carolyn is preceded in death by her loving husband, James Eugene Noles, her daughter Kimberly Fay Noles, and her parents Raymond Lawrence Neal and Camilla...
William Grider Blewett
Jan 25, 2025
William Grider Blewett, 82, passed away January 25, 2025, at his home in Franklin, TN. Bill was born October 16, 1942, in Auburn, Kentucky to Thomas and Cassie Harris Blewett. He was a 1960 graduate of Auburn High School after which he attended Western Kentucky University where he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. He graduated in 1964 with...
Jackie Rhena Brown
Jan 25, 2025
Jackie Rhena Brown, passed away on January 25, 2025, at the age of 53 in Nashville, Tennessee, where she was born on July 30, 1971. With her lively spirit, Jackie was a fiery firecracker who loved with her whole heart and lived life to the fullest.
Preceding her in death are her brother, Gordon Tanksley; sister, Peggy King; and father, Jackie...
Robbie Burress
Jan 24, 2025
Robbie Garner Burress, age 86, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away peacefully on January 24, 2025. She was born on July 4, 1938 to the late Riley and Ruby Garner in Garnertown Community of Henderson county, Tennessee. Robbie was a member of Bellevue Baptist church in Nashville, Tennessee.
Robbie is preceded in death by her parents listed above, her husband Johnny F....
Bettye Ruth Kinnie
Jan 22, 2025
Bettye Ruth Kinnie, age 93, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed peacefully on January 22nd, 2025, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Bettye was born in Dickson, Tennessee, on January 27th, 1931, to parents James Blake Stewart and Hallie Ellen (Vetter) Stewart. She was the youngest of eight children: Christine Asalee Edwards (Felix), Bertie Louise Pruitt (Albert), Dimple Aleene Faulkner (Charles), James Blake Stewart (Wilma), Johnnie...
Sheila Wood
Jan 20, 2025
Sheila Wood, born on October 4, 1958, left this world on January 20, 2025, but her spirit will forever remain etched in the hearts of those who knew her best. Sheila was a well-respected secretary clerk in the Metro Davidson County school system for 34 years. Her professional life was a testament to her tenacity and work ethic, values that...
Kathleen Adele Basford
Jan 19, 2025
Kathleen Adele Rhyne Basford (82) of Nashville, TN passed away on January 19, 2025. Funeral services are private and entrusted to Harpeth Hills Funeral Home.
Kathleen was born on April 15, 1942, to Hazel and Leroy Rhyne in Nashville, TN. She graduated from Trevecca Nazarene College with a Bachelor of Arts in education and psychology.
A dedicated teacher, Kathleen taught first grade...
James Vincent Gibbons
Jan 19, 2025
James Vincent Gibbons, born on November 7, 1938 in Buffalo, NY, passed away peacefully at home on January 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. He was the devoted husband of Carol Gibbons for over 60 wonderful years, a testament to their unwavering bond and deep affection for one another.
James, known affectionately as "Jim," was...
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