Obituaries
Marjorie McDonald Anderson
Aug 8, 2024
Marjorie McDonald Anderson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2024. Born on January 13, 1932, in Desser, Georgia, Marjorie lived a life of remarkable dedication to her faith, family, and profession. She was raised in her faith at Salem Seminole Baptist Church in, Donalsonville, Georgia.
Marjorie was a proud graduate of FDR High...
Kristie Nicol Coggins Garcia
Aug 7, 2024
Kristie Nicol Coggins Garcia graduated from David Lipscomb Academy in 1990, where she was an active and cherished member of the school community. She was a member of their Marching Band, playing the clarinet with enthusiasm and skill. Along with the marching band, she was captain of the flag drill team during the football season. Her early years were marked...
Elnora Luna Hall
Aug 4, 2024
Elnora Luna Hall, fondly known as "Granny," was born on February 15, 1936, in Nashville, Tennessee, to her loving parents Elzie and Pearlie Luna. She passed away on August 4, 2024, at the age of 88, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Elnora is preceded in death by her parents listed above, her loving husband, Robert E. Hall, daughter,...
Margie Sue Pate
Aug 4, 2024
Marjorie “Margie” Sue Pate, a beloved soul who graced this world with her warmth and kindness, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2024, in Nashville, TN. She was born on April 25, 1943, in Nashville, TN.
She is preceded in death by her parents Preston and Ida Bell Ballanfant.
Margie is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years Gayden Pate,...
Jason Record
Aug 3, 2024
Christopher Jason Record, known to all as Jason, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Montgomery, Alabama, at the age of 42. He was born on July 26, 1982, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Jason grew up in Jackson, Tennessee, and went on to attend Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville, where he later resided for most of his adult life.
Jason is...
Jimmy Odum
Aug 1, 2024
Jimmy Wayne Odum passed away on August 1, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1942, in Nashville, TN. Jimmy was a cherished husband, dedicated father, adored grandfather, and a friend to many.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Katherine Odum; children Karen (Marshall) Winkler, Steven (Barbara) Odum; grandchildren Michelle (Jake) Ridings, Theresa (Yani) Odum, Angie Odum,...
Eleanor Lacy Agee
Jul 31, 2024
Eleanor Vaughan Lacy Agee died Wednesday, July 31st in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on November 2, 1944, the second child of William Henry Lacy, Jr. and Eleanor Vaughan Lacy. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jon M. Agee.
Known as Nell by her family and friends, she was Grand to grandchildren, Hudson, Lacy, and Mac.
She is survived by...
Ellie Jean Sheriff
Jul 31, 2024
Ellie Jean Sheriff was born on December 12, 1937, in Nocona, Texas, and passed away on July 31st, 2024, in Franklin, Tennessee.
Jean and her parents moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico, where Jean finished high school. Her best friend, Edith, introduced Jean to her uncle, Bob Sheriff. Bob and Jean were married June 1st, 1957.
Jean is preceded in death by...
Philip Mullen
Jul 29, 2024
Philip Dewey Mullen, age 46, of Nashville, TN sadly left us unexpectedly on July 29, 2024. He was born on August 16, 1977, in Owensboro, KY.
Philip attended Owensboro Catholic High School and excelled in both academics and athletics. He then attended Western Kentucky University where he was a proud member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He received his MBA...
Louis Resha
Jul 29, 2024
Louis John Resha, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away on July 29, 2024, in Gallatin, TN.
Louis was predeceased by his parents Louis and Ann Resha, brother Raymond Resha, and uncle Mitchell (Theresa) Resha.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Gwenn Resha; children Lisa (Rick) Ladd, Michal (Mitch) Lynch, Bernadette Resha, Renee (John) Widener,...
Mary Catherine Gaddes
Jul 27, 2024
Mary Catherine Henderson Gaddes peacefully entered her heavenly home on Sunday July 28th, 2024, surrounded by her family. Mary is preceded in death by her parents, Clay and Ada Henderson, and husband, William “Pick” Gaddes. She is survived by her daughter, Johnia (David) Browning; two grandchildren, Katie (Jesse) Stewart and Nathaniel Browning; and great-grandson, John William Stewart.
Mary was born on...
Jerry Richard Baker
Jul 27, 2024
Jerry Richard Baker, age 77, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Born on January 28, 1947, to the late Orvil and Mildred Baker, Jerry was a devoted Christian and loved his family. He attended Bellevue High School.
Throughout his life, Jerry found joy in the simple pleasures—whether it was watching westerns on television, tending to his...
Dorothy Cash Orten
Jul 22, 2024
Dorothy Cash Orten, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on July 22nd, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born on March 14th, 1929 in Sturgis, Kentucky. She grew up in Caldwell County, Kentucky in the communities of Crowtown, White Sulphur, Farmersville, and Fredonia.
Dorothy Sue Cash graduated from Fredonia High School in 1947. At the age of 23, she began...
Rev. Chester Ray Parker
Jul 21, 2024
Rev. Chester R. Parker, 103, died peacefully Sunday, July 21, in Knoxville, TN., after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Avery and Viola Woods Parker; brothers, Clarence and Aldridge Parker; and his loving wife, Margaret Meals Parker. He is survived by his son, Marche R. "Woody" (Melinda) Parker and daughter, Rev. Rebekah Parker (James...
Barbra Haltom Young
Jul 19, 2024
Barbra Haltom Young completed her earthly journey on July 19, 2024, surrounded by her husband and sisters after a courageous battle with an aggressive cervical cancer. Barbra was born and raised in Nashville Tennessee. She graduated from St. Cecilia Academy, then attended the University of Tennessee in Knoxville where she graduated cum laude. Barbra completed a Master’s Degree from University...
Doris Ruth Kestner
Jul 15, 2024
Doris Ruth Kestner was born in Nashville, Tennessee on April 15, 1932, to William Copeland and Auberta Christine Lancaster. She passed away on July 15, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee
Doris is preceded in death by her parents, William “Doc” Copeland Lancaster and Auberta Christine Overby, and sister, Helen Joyce Christians.
Doris is survived by her husband, Elliott "Hot" Kestner; sister, Anita Elkins;...
John H. Woodard Sr.
Jul 14, 2024
John H. Woodard Sr., age 97, of Nashville, Tennessee passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He was born in Carol County, Tennessee on August 16, 1926, to the late Elmer Woodard and Retha Woodard Collins. John attended high school in Clarksburg, Tennessee and continued his education in Jackson, Tennessee at West Tennessee Business College.
John will be remembered as a...
Jerry Kenneth Carter
Jul 12, 2024
Jerry Kenneth Carter, age 85, of Fairview, Tennessee passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024. He was born on September 19, 1938, to his late parents, Riley and Sarah Jones Carter. A native of Fairview, Jerry was a student of the first graduating class of Fairview High School. He would go on to enjoy a thirty plus year career with...
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