Obituaries
Thang Thi Le
Jul 21, 2026
Thang Thi Le passed at her home in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on July 21st, 2026.
Services will be held at West Harpeth Funeral Home on 6962 Charlotte Pike. Visitation begins Monday, 7/27, at 9AM and will continue until 4PM.
Elin Macdonald Gordon
Jul 20, 2026
Elin Macdonald Gordon passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, in Nashville, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on July 15, 1947, in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, and moved in her teens to Hollywood, FL. Elin lived a life defined by curiosity, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to the people she loved.
After earning her bachelor's degree...
Verda Maria Copeland
Jul 19, 2026
Ms. Verda Maria Copeland, age 84, of Bellevue, TN, passed away on July 19, 2026, from a courageous battle with cervical cancer. Born on March 21, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Eugene and Yvonne (Chevalier) Schanz and raised in Mokena, Illinois. Verda lived a full life as a mother of five children, working downtown Chicago as a legal secretary for...
Jacob Hemphill Fogle
Jul 18, 2026
Jacob Hemphill Fogle, 38, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on July 18, 2026.
Jake was born in Fort Worth, Texas, on January 28, 1988, and grew up in Kansas City, Missouri. His last several years were spent in Nashville, and he built community at his church in West Nashville and with his colleagues at Sixt Car Rental.
Jake was a big...
John David Martin
Jul 18, 2026
John David Martin, 68, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, at Alive Hospice after a courageous battle with numerous illnesses.
John is survived by his beloved wife, Julie Skalka Martin; his children, Josh Martin (Meredith), and Katie Martin; his cherished grandchildren, Annie Castle, Parker Martin, Andrew Martin, and Callan Martin; his brother, Matt Martin (Teri); his sister,...
Ora Belle Sutton
Jul 16, 2026
Ora Belle Sutton, 93, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 16th, 2026.
Born in Neptune, Tennessee, on February 25, 1933, Ora was the daughter of James Littleton Perry and Cora Belle Perry (Sanders). Known affectionately to everyone as “Red,” was a true force of nature. Ora was best known for her years of dedicated work as a hostess at...
Nhut Quang Le
Jul 15, 2026
Nhut Quang Le passed at his home in Nashville, Tennessee, on July 15th, 2026.
Services will be held on Sunday, July 26th from 8AM to 2PM.
Nancy "Joeann" Antwine
Jul 14, 2026
Joeann Etheridge Antwine, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at approximately 10:45 a.m., surrounded by her three children: Louann Antwine Enoch, Harold Melville Antwine III (“Trey”) and John Etheridge Antwine.
Joeann was born on September 16, 1939, in Louisville, Mississippi to Joe Smith Etheridge and Dollie Ford Etheridge.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her two...
Ronald Matthew Roberson Jr.
Jul 11, 2026
Ronald Matthew Roberson Jr. October 15, 1957 – July 11, 2026
Ronald spent over 25 years working at Sam’s Club, a testament to his quiet dedication and work ethic. He was a private man who let his actions speak, whether it was the care he took of his yard, offering to mow his neighbors’ lawns, or the time spent at the...
William H Ryder
Jul 8, 2026
William (“Bill”) Henry Ryder (1944-2026)
William Henry Ryder, 82, of Nashville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, July 8th, 2026. He was born in Franklin Square on Long Island, New York on January 19, 1944 to Howard and Henrietta Ryder.
Bill started college at Hofstra University before enlisting in the Army, where he served his country for 27 years. In his first job...
Lillian McKinnon Granberry
Jul 2, 2026
Lillian McKinnon Granberry, age 81, of Bellevue, TN, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 2, 2026. She was born on November 6, 1944 in Douglas, GA to the late Harvey and Ruby McKinnon.
Lillian is survived by her loving son Jack Granberry of Hendersonville, TN; nephew James Carl McKinnon (Melba) and niece April Renee Harrell (Jeff). She is also survived by her...
Robert Eugene Anderson
Jun 29, 2026
Robert Eugene Anderson, born August 12, 1930, in Nashville, Tennessee, departed this life on June 29, 2026, in the city of his birth. His passing marks the close of a remarkable 95-year journey, lived with steadfast dignity and grace in the heart of Nashville.Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Moody Wren Anderson and Annis Orton Anderson; his brother,...
Ngocdzung T. Nguyen
Jun 28, 2026
Ngocdzung T. Nguyen, 91, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, June 28th, 2026.
There will be a service on Sunday, July 12th from 8am until 2pm.
Thomas D'Apolito
Jun 25, 2026
Thomas D'Apolito, 78, of Antioch, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
He was preceded in death by parents Luciano and Gaetana Speranza D'Apolito and daughter-in-law Susan Rasbury-D'Apolito.
Thomas is survived by his wife of 55 years, Gail Locke D'Apolito; children Craig D'Apolito and Kimberly (Jonathan) Willoughby; grandchildren Saviik Rasbury and Ti Willoughby; sister Barbara (Seim) Furth; and many nieces, nephews...
Lang Hong Le
Jun 23, 2026
Mrs. Lang Hong Le, age 85, of Goodlettsville, TN passed away on June 23rd, 2026.
A visitation will be held Friday, July 3rd, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
A funeral service will be held Friday, July 3rd, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, with cremation to follow immediately after.
All visitations and services will be held in the chapel at...
Janice Elaine Beard
Jun 17, 2026
Janice Elaine Beard passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, in Ashland City, Tennessee. Born on February 22, 1951, in Carthage, Missouri, Janice’s journey through life was marked by rich experiences, heartfelt connections, and a life dedicated to service and joy.
Janice was a proud graduate of Carthage Senior High School, where she nurtured her love for music as a treasured...
Jesse Thomas King
Jun 17, 2026
Jesse Thomas King, a dedicated railroad employee and United States Army veteran, passed away on June 17, 2026, in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. Born on January 25, 1938, in Nashville, Mr. King led a life marked by diligent service both to his country and his community.
Mr. King’s early years were rooted deeply in Nashville, where he was born to...
James Edward Caldwell
Jun 16, 2026
Cpl. James Edward Caldwell, 98, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on June 16, 2026. Born to the late Ernest Burr Caldwell and Elsie Mae Gilliland, James was a lifelong resident of the West Nashville community. After attending Central High School, he enlisted in the Army but was reassigned to the Army Air Corps for...
Peggy Gibson
Jun 10, 2026
Peggy Gibson, 91, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
A native of Winchester, Kentucky, Mrs. Gibson moved to Jackson, Tennessee in 1945, where she lived until she graduated from Union University in 1956. In Nashville she was employed by the Baptist Sunday School Board (now Lifeway Christian Resources), where she met her husband, John David Gibson. In...
Allen Deal
Jun 10, 2026
Allen Deal, 82, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Pickney, parents, Clifford and Frances Deal, and three brothers, Wayne Deal, Richard Deal and Bobby Deal.
He is survived by his two daughters, Beverly Osborn (Scott) and Shannon Clark (Kip), two grandchildren, Amanda Truesdell and Nick Osborn, four siblings,...
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