Obituaries

Mar 8, 2025

Carolyn Trost Griffin Havens – Born March 15th, 1933, in Montgomery, Alabama died suddenly on March 8th, 2025.

Carolyn lived in Linden and Tuscaloosa Alabama, also, in Miami, New York City, Atlanta, and Lubbock, TX. But she lived the longest in Nashville, Tennessee, which she called Home!

Carolyn traveled the world extensively, visiting family, friends and former students. She corresponded frequently with...

Mar 8, 2025

On Saturday, March 8, 2025, Joanne “Jojo” Ruth Defrain Breeding passed away peacefully after a short illness with her family by her side. Born on December 8, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, she will always be remembered for her love of life and friends. She worked for 40 years at St. Thomas Hospital and only just retired at the age of...

Mar 7, 2025

Sandra Renee Hogan, age 64, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on November 27, 1960, to the late Arlie Sharpe and Peggy Martin in Nashville, Tennessee. She graduated from Cohn High School in Nashville, Tennessee.

Sandra is preceded in death by her parents listed above; sister Pam Garcia; and brothers, Dennis Nicholson and Arlie...

Mar 7, 2025

Adelina Correia Azevedo, age 79, passed away peaceful surrounded by her loving family on March 7, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on May 8, 1945, to the late Manuel Correia Tavares and Conceicao de Oliveira Medeiros in St. Miguel, Portugal.

She is preceded in death by her parents listed above, her son John Clemente, brothers, Alvero and Fernando, and...

Mar 5, 2025

Kristine Milinda Hanson, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Kris was born on February 1, 1948 in Washington, DC. She attended Robert E. Peary High School. She graduated magna cum laude in Home Economics from Belmont University and remained in Nashville making it her home. She received a Law degree from the Nashville School of...

Mar 3, 2025

Mar 2, 2025

Martha Elizabeth Flowers, affectionately known as Libby, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025. She was born on February 16, 1936, to the late James Lender Palmore and Ellen Lucille Heins Palmore. Libby is a graduate of Cohn High School in Nashville, Tennessee.

Libby is preceded in death by her parents listed above. She is survived by her loving...

Feb 28, 2025

Gregg William LoMonaco, known as “Amos Moses,” “Greggers,” and “Crackers”, passed away on February 28, 2025, amidst his loving family, and also the alignment of 7 planets. 

Born in Waukegan, Illinois on Monday, June 29, 1970, at 1:18 pm, weighing 8 lb. 6 oz, Gregg lived his life with passion, kindness and unwavering love for his family and friends. 

Gregg is survived...

Feb 27, 2025

Kenneth Wayne Johnston, affectionately known as Wayne, of Ashland City, Tennessee passed away on February 27, 2025. He was born on June 14, 1946, to the late William Johnston and Karleen Greer Johnston in Nashville, Tennessee.

Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Navy. After his honorable discharge, Wayne went home to take care of his growing family. He...

Feb 26, 2025

Anna Grace Bradford O'Rear, lovingly known as "AG" to her family, passed away on February 26, 2025, at the age of 22. Born on November 8, 2002, in Nashville, TN, to have known her was to experience true joy.

AG was the beloved daughter of Catherine Elder and Michael O'Rear Sr., and the cherished stepdaughter of Kevin Elder and Julie O'Rear....

Feb 24, 2025

Bobby Gail Givens, born on September 3, 1935, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee. 

Preceded in death by his daughter Adelynn Gail Givens and parents Luther and Gertrude Givens.

Bobby is survived by his loving wife, Faye Givens; daughters Rhonda (James) Franks and Donna Givens; grandchildren Adelynn Franks (Eli Pavon), Christopher (McClain) Franks, Julianna (Luke) Cole,...

Feb 24, 2025

Ella Mae (Massey) DuRard (86) a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Jesse Burton (J.B.) DuRard (October 24, 2024); by her parents, Roy Massey, Sr., and Shirley (Stevens) Massey; and by her brother, Roy Massey, Jr.

Ella Mae was born and raised in Princeton,...

Feb 23, 2025

Mrs. Patricia ( Pat) Boaz Bland of Fairview, Tn , passed away February 23, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family and her loyal dog, Zoey.

Born to George (Gilbert) and Alice Ruth Boaz on August 25, 1947. Pat married the love of her life Harold Bland on August 5, 1968. Together Pat and Harold raised two children Kevin and...

Feb 23, 2025

 Mr. Johnny Nelson Ivy, of Fairview, TN, passed away early Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 86 years. Nelson was born in Fairview to Earl and Beulah Ivy on December 11, 1938. He loved his family, and enjoyed being at the river, camping, fishing and boating. Nelson was a carpenter by trade as well as a contractor and...

Feb 22, 2025

With deep grief and sorrow, we announce the passing of Madeleine Chammas, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, who peacefully moved to the divine glory on Saturday, February 22, 2025, completing her religious duties and surrounded by her family and loved ones. Christ has truly risen; may her memory be eternal, and the eternity God has given her be blessed.

Madeleine...

Feb 22, 2025

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

… Dr. Seuss

Larry Allan Lukens, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and an esteemed figure in the energy sector, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of85. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on April 16, 1939, Larry’s life was defined by his passionate commitment to family, and the pursuit...

Feb 22, 2025

Brenda Sue Bobo, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Nashville, TN. She was born April 26, 1946. With a personality that was nothing short of vibrant, Brenda was known for her feisty nature and bubbly spirit. She had a unique talent for telling it like it was, always speaking her mind with a blend of honesty and warmth that...

Feb 20, 2025

Shirley Elliott, beloved to many, departed this world on February 20, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on May 8, 1945, Shirley’s journey began in the small town of Greenwood, South Carolina, where she participated in academics and her passion for sports and music shone. Graduating from Greenwood High School, she cherished the relationships that would shape her life....

Feb 19, 2025

John Stillwell “Jack” Schneider born July 11, 1934, in Anniston, Alabama to Kenneth George Schneider Sr. and Eleanor Ross Stillwell Schneider, died peacefully at home on February 19, 2025. 

Jack attended elementary school in Anniston, secondary school at McCallie in Chattanooga, and Auburn University. He lived his adult life in Nashville, TN with his main career in sales, primarily representing Russell...

Feb 17, 2025

Gary Cooper, born on December 20, 1943, in Chicago, IL, passed away on February 17, 2025, in Pegram, TN. He was a beloved father, brother, and grandfather who brought joy to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Gary was an avid hunter and fisherman, with a love for the great outdoors that led him on many adventures. He enjoyed...