Obituaries

Feb 2, 2024

Feb 2, 2024

Charles Allen Black, Sr. passed away on February 2, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Born on October 3, 1938, in York, Alabama, he grew up in Fort Payne, Alabama. Charles led a beautiful life filled with creativity, humor, and a deep love for his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Louise Leonard Black; children, C. Allen...

Feb 2, 2024

Vernon Dewey Thomas, Jr. age 53, passed away peacefully at home on February 2, 2024. Vernon was born in his hometown Nashville, Tennessee on January 30, 1971. 

Survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Margaret Jean (Ivey) Thomas, son, Dalton (Alexandria) Thomas, daughter, Candace (David) Clark, granddaughter, Coraline Thomas, parents, Vernon Thomas, Sr., and Tiny Thomas, sister, Beverly Payne, brother,...

Feb 1, 2024

Gavin Dauzart, a caring individual who always went out of his way to make others feel special and welcome, has passed away at the age of 18. He was born on October 22, 2005, in Franklin, TN and left this world on February 1, 2024, in Nashville, TN.

Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Kristina Dodson and Quentin "Happy" Bell;...

Jan 29, 2024

Carol Lillian Hartman Cummings of Nashville Tennessee passed away on January 29th, 2024 at the age of 91. She was born on August 13th, 1932 to Raymond and Dorothy Hartman of St. Louis, Missouri.   

She enjoyed reading, knitting, listening to Baseball and Tennessee Titans Football on the radio. And fellowship with family and friends, and attending Aspen Grove Christian Church.

She...

Jan 28, 2024

Our dear mother, Dorothy Elizabeth Rogers suddenly passed away on January 28, 2024, at the age of 95. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. She was also a grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her father Leo Raymond Joseph Pothier and mother Marie Ann Trlida Pothier; daughters, Nancy Singleton and...

Jan 28, 2024

Estelle Jamile Saad Boles passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Trevecca Center for Rehab and Healing after a long illness.

Estelle was born August 12, 1937, in Nashville, Tennessee to John Phillip and Rosalie Saad, the oldest of 8 children. She is survived by her 4 children, Michelle (Karl) Delfs [Kingston Springs, TN], Amy (Jonathon) Boles-Wood [Nashville, TN],...

Jan 26, 2024

Mary “Penny” Gillespie of Franklin, Tennessee passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born on September 27, 1938, to Wallace and Priscilla Gillespie.  

  

She enjoyed decorating, her dogs, spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was of the Christian faith and Methodist denomination.  

  

Penny graduated from Fulton High School and attended University of Tennessee. ...

Jan 26, 2024

Gary “Wade” Benz, Jr.  joined his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 26, 2024. Wade was a beloved father, husband, son, brother, uncle, mentor, and friend. His contagious smile, sense of humor, and enthusiasm for conversation captivated the attention of all he encountered.

 

Wade was welcomed to the world by Gary and Diane Benz on November 14, 1979, in Nashville, TN....

Jan 25, 2024

James S. Myrick, Jr., 100, passed away January 25th, 2024, in Nashville, TN.



Born June 9th, 1923, in Monroe, LA, to Katherine Inez Day Myrick and James S. Myrick, Sr. He was a graduate of Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, OK (Airline Service Mechanic), the University of Denver, and Vanderbilt University. He was a retired American Airlines Captain with over...

Jan 24, 2024

Kathy A. Wilson passed away on January 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. She was born in Nashville, TN on September 15, 1965, to Doris and David E. Anderson.

Preceded in death by her father, David E. Anderson; maternal grandparents, Theodore and Ruth Nipper; paternal grandparents, Claude and Dorothy Anderson; parent-in laws, James and Joyce Wilson; sister-in-law...

Jan 24, 2024

Dr. Ghodrat A. Siami gained his heavenly wings on January 24, 2024 in Nashville, TN. Born in 1930 in Gorgan, Iran, Dr. Siami dedicated his life to the service of his community. His mission began in 1954 by offering free medical care in one of the poorest communities in Tehran to patients suffering and dying from common maladies that were...

Jan 23, 2024

Moosa Gharacholou was born on October 5, 1936 in Garmsar, Iran.  He married the love of his life, Mali Mobasherian, on February 26, 1963. They were married for 60 years and had three children.  He and his family moved to the United States in 1978 and settled in Nashville, TN, where he completed his PhD in Educational Administration from George...

Jan 22, 2024

Michael Gee, passed away on January 22, 2024, in Clarksville, Tennessee. He was born February 3, 1980, in Bucyrus, Ohio.

Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Edith Ledbetter, Thomas Keating, paternal grandparents Alma Wilds, James Wilds and father James Schwab Jr. 

He is survived by his mother, Angela Schwab, brother Josh (Breanne) Schwab, sisters Melissa Mills and Brandy Schwab; stepbrothers James...

Jan 21, 2024

Jean Walls of Nashville passed away on January 21, 2024, at the age of 89. She was born on January 26, 1934, in Giles County to Clyde and Lady Will Morrow. She loved her children and grandchildren unconditionally. She loved being with family and friends during the holidays and preparing for get-togethers on any occasion. She was a member of...

Jan 20, 2024

Virginia “Ginny” Mae Dawson Barwick Graves, 74, passed away on January 20, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on December 12, 1949, in Nashville, TN. She is preceded in death by her parents, Woodrow Jackson Dawson and Elizabeth “Betsy” Jane Tacker Dawson, and first husband, Larry Barwick. She is survived by her husband, Harold Morgan Graves, Jr. of Nashville,...

Jan 20, 2024

Born on October 25, 1938,  Mary Claire Rayburn Holzapfel (“NaNa”) of Nashville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on January 20, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family at her beautiful home nestled within the snowy, quiet acres of Stephens Valley. Mary Claire’s life was highlighted by her devotion to her family and Mary, the Mother of God, her involvement in the community...

Jan 20, 2024

Lina Wells Grammer, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on January 20, 2024, at the age of 80 in Nashville, TN. Lina was born on June 30, 1943, in Bells, TN.

She is survived by her loving husband, Phil Grammer; daughters, Mandy (Tim) Gauldin, Tiffany (Kevin) Kimbro; grandchildren, Ben Gauldin, Jack Gauldin, Maggie Kimbro, Lila Kimbro, Bea Kimbro; brother Bill...

Jan 19, 2024

Judy Marie Jennette “Nanny” Eades, passed away on January 19, 2024, at the age of 79. Born in Nashville, TN on September 2, 1944, Judy was a kind-hearted and compassionate individual who touched the lives of many. Preceded in death by her parents, Orbie Catherine and Albert Lee Jennette, brother, Jesse James Jennette, in-laws, Pa-pa and Granny Mai, sister-in-law, Rachael...

Jan 17, 2024

Joan Drane, passed away on January 17, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on March 26, 1938, in Talladega, AL.

Preceded in death by her parents, Ausban and Realta Kearley and brother James “Jimmy” A. Kearley.

Joan is survived by her children, Tina Sharp, James (Lucinda Maynard) Drane III, Wendy (Jeffrey) Coss; grandchildren Jamie (Bret) Rideout, Clayton Sharp; great grandchildren, Oliver...