Obituaries
Nancy Rick
Nov 4, 2023
Nancy Payne Rick, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 4, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1928.
She was devoted to her children Stephen Rick (Emmie), Mark Rick (Kathy), Barbara Wendel (Denny), Gretchen Belleba (Marty), and her sister Donna Hoenes. In addition to being a loving mother and sister, Nancy was also a doting grandmother to eight...
Jean Hughes
Nov 3, 2023
Mrs. Jean Hughes of Nashville, TN passed away November 03, 2023, at the age of 79 years.
She was born in Goodlettsville, TN on August 01, 1944, to Alvie and Ruby Ethel Adams. Mrs. Hughes enjoyed reading the Bible, watching game shows, solving Word Search Puzzles, and was an avid Prayer Warrior. Most of all, she enjoyed doing things for...
Franklin Crow
Nov 3, 2023
Franklin Eugene Crow, 85 of Athens, Alabama, died Friday, November 3, 2023 at his residence.
Mr. Crow was born January 18, 1938 in Limestone County. He was retired from Lafarge Corporation in Nashville.
Survivors: Wife, Bertha Mae Crow of Athens. Sons, Michael Crow of Nashville, TN. Troy Crow of Whitehouse, TN, Roger Crow of Ashland City, TN...
Steven Charles Toth
Nov 2, 2023
Steven Charles Toth, fondly known as an overall badass, passed away on November 2, 2023, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable memories.
Steven was born on February 15, 1967, and lived a life filled with adventure, love, and hilarity. Steven was a graduate of McGavock High School, a believer in God, and a huge advocate for smoking the "Devil's...
Cleddie "Judy" Juan Connor
Nov 1, 2023
Cleddie (Judy) Connor age 88 went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. She was born on January 10, 1935 in Madison County Tennessee to Willie and Hester Harris who preceded her in death along with her husband, Isaac Connor Jr., daughter, Barbara Hudson, 4 brothers, Richard, Kent,, Accrue and Vedas Harris.
She is survived by a...
Bill Taylor
Oct 29, 2023
William “Bill” Taylor of Nashville passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born on November 4, 1939, to the late William and Ollie Taylor.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife of 28 years, Christine; daughter, Tracy Taylor; step-daughters, Mary Flathmann and Teresa (Ken) Giles; grandchildren, Claire (Lukas) Medlin,...
Barbara Thomas Earle
Oct 29, 2023
Barbara Thomas Earle was born in Nashville Tennessee on October 23rd 1936 and passed away there on October 29th 2023. As a child she lived in Memphis and Big Stone Gap Tennessee before settling with her Family in Jacksonville Texas where she met her Husband and graduated from High School. She was married to the love of her life, Jack...
Sandra Johnson Fossick
Oct 28, 2023
Sandra Johnson Fossick, 79, passed away peacefully in Nashville, TN, on October 28, 2023. Sandra was born August 14, 1944, in Lexington, KY, the daughter of the late Margaret Tully Norwood Johnson and R.D. Johnson. She graduated from Lafayette High School, Lexington, and received her B.A. degree from the University of Kentucky where she was a member of Kappa...
Gail Allen Hooper
Oct 28, 2023
Gail Allen Hooper, 75 of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at her home. She was born in Nashville on September 30, 1948. She was raised by her late father, Thomas Wiley Allen. Gail graduated from Hume-Fogg High School and was employed for many years by the Department of Agriculture’s ASCS office in Nashville. Gail married her husband,...
Kris E Grempler
Oct 23, 2023
Kris E. Grempler of Mount Juliet passed away on October 23, 2023, at the age of 70. He was born on February 1, 1953, to the late Karl and Doris Grempler. He was an avid musician with over 50 years in the industry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cynthia Grempler.
He leaves...
Roland Ezell White
Oct 22, 2023
Roland Ezell White, of Nashville, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at the age of 80. He graduated from Vanderbilt University cum laude with a BE in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and a Master’s in Design. After graduation, he worked for Boeing, Eastman Kodak, and taught at Nashville State Community College.
He was preceded in death by his father,...
"Susie" Johnnie Ellis
Oct 9, 2023
Johnnie Rose Ellis, “Susie,” age 69 of White House, TN passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023.
Susie was preceded in death by her parents, Howard Hawkins and Berta Lee Wilson Ellis, andone brother, Wendell Ellis.
Susie is survived by her loving life partner of many years, Angela Cawthon; brothers, Howard“Buggs” Ellis and Richard Ellis (Michelle), sister-in-law, Bette Ellis; nieces,...
William Bailey "Muscles" Bruce, Sr.
Oct 6, 2023
William Bailey “Muscles” Bruce, Sr., 94, gained his wings on October 6, 2023. Born April 5, 1929 to Walker Bruce and Lilly White Bruce on Illinois Avenue in The Nations area of West Nashville. Preceded in death by his parents; brothers Robert, Walker, Beaver, Odd, Harry and David Bruce; and sisters Dorothy Marie Carpenter Lee, Mamie Lillian Bruce, and daughter-in-law Linda...
Mary Ruth Shearon
Oct 3, 2023
Mary Ruth Shearon passed away on October 3, 2023. Born on April 25, 1924, Mary Ruth lived a remarkable life full of love, dedication, and kindness. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.Mary Ruth was a remarkable woman who made significant contributions in various aspects of her life. During the war, she served as a riveter and...
Keith Leonard Clodfelter
Sep 24, 2023
Keith Leonard Clodfelter, 89, of Bellevue, TN passed away Sunday September 24th, 2023, at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, TN. Born July 1st, 1934, in Putnam County, Indiana, he was the son of Hubert Keith and Elizabeth Eggers Clodfelter.
Keith has often been remembered as being the best, kindest man that would give you the shirt off his...
Larry William Mullens
Sep 23, 2023
Larry William Mullens, beloved son, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on September 23, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born on July 20, 1940, in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. Larry was a kind and gentle soul who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.Larry graduated from Cohn High School and went on to pursue...
John Preston Hulan
Sep 21, 2023
John Preston Hulan, fondly known as "The Boat Man," passed away on September 21, 2023, at the age of 82. Born on October 24, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee.John's career as a boat mechanic took him to great heights as he established his own company; West Nashville Marine. With his exceptional skills and unwavering commitment to excellence, he became a trusted...
Franklin "Luke" Delano Easter
Sep 20, 2023
Franklin (“Luke”) Delano Easter, 89, passed away on September 20, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee, after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by parents Reece and Dixie Easter, brothers Paul Easter and Earl Easter, sisters Edith Easter Taylor and Sandra Easter Hendrickson, and daughter Amy Easter. He is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Donna McKellar...
Jackie Roy Shumpert
Sep 20, 2023
Jackie “Jack” Roy Shumpert, 62, of Kingston Springs left this earth peacefully on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, with his dog by his side. He was selfless, known for being “a light,” a great friend, and a mischief maker. He eagerly pursued a relationship with the Lord and enjoyed time with his family.
Jack was born in February 1961 in...
JoAnn McDonald
Sep 17, 2023
JoAnn McDonald peacefully passed away on September 17, 2023, at the age of 75. She was born on August 30, 1948, in her beloved hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. She later became a resident of NHC Murfreesboro in 2020. JoAnn's warm and caring nature touched the lives of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.
JoAnn was a remarkable...
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