Obituaries

Sep 16, 2024

William Francis Danaher, Jr., passed away on September 16, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 74. Born on April 7, 1950, in Brooklyn, New York, he led a life rich with passion and dedication to both his career and the people he cherished.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Helen Danaher.

Bill leaves behind his loving...

Sep 15, 2024

Phyllis Wycoff, age 81, of Pegram, TN passed away on September 15, 2024, as we held her hands and spoke words of love. Phyllis was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 31, 1943. 

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Jim Wycoff, her precious son Ron, and her parents, Alice Rowland and Stanley Smith Sr, and her...

Sep 15, 2024

Elliott "Hot" Spain Kestner, passed away peacefully in Nashville, TN, on September 15, 2024. Born on February 13, 1932, Hot’s journey began in the heart of Bellevue, where he would go on to create life filled with passion and devotion.

Hot is preceded in death by his loving wife Doris Ruth Kestner, parents Daniel and Marie Kestner; his nieces, Jamie Kestner...

Sep 12, 2024

Sep 12, 2024

Carol Ann Thomason, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee, just one day shy of her 90th birthday. Born on September 13, 1934, in White Bluff, Tennessee.

Preceded in death by her husband William Thomason and parents Paul and Doye Tidwell. 

She is survived by her children Julie Huffman, Amy (Mark) Andreola, Lee...

Sep 11, 2024

Anna Johnson, born on January 8, 1942, left this world on September 11, 2024, surrounded by the warmth and love she so generously shared throughout her life. She was a beacon of joy and kindness, cherished by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She was the true definition of a Christian and lived this out with her faithfulness...

Sep 11, 2024

Helen “Frosty” Jones Worley of Nashville, Tennessee, died September 11, 2024, at the age of 100. Frosty was born on June 24th, 1924 in Nashville, the daughter of John Woodfin Jones and Helen Scholl Jones. 

In September 1944, Frosty married James Douglas “Doug” Worley in Atlanta, Georgia. The couple moved across the country with Doug’s active service in the Air Force...

Sep 8, 2024

James “Jimmy” Axley Gilmer, Jr., 83, of Amarillo, TX, passed away on September 8th, 2024.

 

A follower of Jesus, Jimmy was an active member of Brook Hollow Church for over 40 years before retiring in Amarillo. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, son, and friend.

 

Born in Chicago, Illinois , to James (Jim) Axley Gilmer, Sr. and Abby Elizabeth...

Sep 8, 2024

Bentley Delancy, a vibrant soul born on July 1, 2009, left this world far too soon on September 8, 2024. His spirit was a tapestry of joy, woven with threads of humor and love. Bentley’s delightful goofiness and great sense of humor brought light to every room he entered, captivating the hearts of family and friends. 

Bentley is preceded in death...

Sep 8, 2024

Dorothy Ruth Allen Solomon passed away at her home in Nashville on September 8, 2024, at age 96. She was born in Bedford County, TN on July 17, 1928.

She was an Army wife for 20 years, living in Japan and Germany before settling in Bellevue, TN in 1968 when it was still "country". She later worked at Harpeth Clock and...

Sep 8, 2024

Johnna G. Bandy was born on May 25th, 1963 in Madison, Tennessee and passed away on September 9th, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. 

Johnna is preceded in death by her father, James “Gib” Bandy; mother, Mary Elizabeth Bandy; sister, Gwen Elizabeth Jinnette; nephew, Russell Harvey Jinnette; as well as multiple aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

Johnna is survived by her sisters, Lynn Hoover and...

Sep 5, 2024

Willard Jerald “Jerry” Tucker, 74, of Brentwood, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2024. A follower of Jesus, Jerry was an active member of Brentwood Hills church of Christ. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend.

Born in Evansville, Indiana to Willard and Zula Belle Tucker on April 28, 1950, Jerry graduated from North High School in...

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 4, 2024

Ruby Jo Baker (Faulk) Dickinson, age 87, passed away September 4, 2024. 

Memorial Services will be held at 11:30 am on Thursday, September 26 at Harpeth Hills Memory Garden, Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Nashville, Tennessee. The family will receive visitors Thursday from 10:00 – 11:30 prior to the service. 

Ruby Jo was born September 16, 1936 in Humphreys County, Tennessee....

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 28, 2024

Matthew Scott Jackson (Scott), a resident of White Bluff, TN, passed away on August 28, 2024, after an extended illness.

Scott grew up in Pegram, TN, and graduated in 1996 from Harpeth High School. He attended Tennessee Tech in Cookeville for two years prior to entering the workforce. As a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity, he developed many lifelong friendships....

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...