Obituaries
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...
John Jackson Greer
Sep 16, 2023
John Jackson Greer, 92, of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. John was born on June 20, 1931, to the late Clarence and Ovia Jackson Greer. He served his country in the United States Marines. John retired from NES after 45 years where he worked as a lineman and supervisor. He was an avid gardener and a devoted...
Ruth T Vester
Sep 16, 2023
Ruth T. Vester, 92, of Nashville passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. She was born in Nashville on November 22, 1930, to the late J. W. and Esther Burrum Tripp. Ruth enjoyed watching birds and taking care of her flowers. She also enjoyed fishing at Crooked Creek.
In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her...
Virginia Ruth Bailey
Sep 13, 2023
Virginia Ruth Bailey (Scribner), 100, of Nashville, died September 13, 2023. She was born in Maury County on August 6, 1923, to the late Charlie William and Ruby Webb Scribner and had just celebrated her 100th birthday five weeks ago. Virginia attended Charlotte Avenue Church of Christ and then James Avenue Church of Christ. She enjoyed tending to her...
Joel Leon Reeves
Sep 6, 2023
Reeves, Joel Leon passed into the presence of His Lord, Jesus Christ, at the age of 90 years old on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. He was born October 10, 1932 in Wayne County, TN.
He was a member of Park Avenue Baptist Church in Nashville, TN for many years and a member of First Baptist Church Calhoun, TN since...
Teresa Freeman
Sep 5, 2023
Teresa Meadows Freeman of Kingston Springs, Tn passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at the age of 62. She was born on July 11, 1961 to Jerry and Twyline Meadows in Jackson, Ms. She graduated from Wingfield High School.
Throughout her life, she was a fixture in both her local community and church. She always put God first...
Lynette Marcie Grundberg
Sep 4, 2023
Lynette was born on August 22nd, 1964, in St Joseph’s Hospital in Milwaukee, WI, to Ellsworth H and Joyce M (Peterson) Shields. She passed away at home early Monday morning, September 4th. She was 59 years old.
She spent her childhood in Milwaukee attending Pilgrim Lutheran Grade School where her older siblings had also attended before the family moved...
Brian Ross
Sep 4, 2023
Brian Kendrick Ross, 62, September 4, 2023 entered into the eternal life. He was a friend, brother, learner, dreamer, drummer, artist, drag racing enthusiast, and a believer. He got a GED after going to high school at Overton and studied carpentry at a state technical school in Middle TN. After his schooling, he worked mowing lawns and as a...
Martha “Bettye” Elizabeth Rodgers
Sep 4, 2023
On September 4, 2023, Martha Elizabeth “Bettye” Rodgers, 87 years and 25 days old, passed peacefully to Heaven in her sleep at Covenant Manor in Fayetteville, TN, after battling leukemia for over 6 months. Bettye was born on August 11, 1936, in Nashville, TN, in the home of her parents, Thomas Haskell and Evelyn Lee (Bishop) Lunday.
Bettye loved...
Abrehatsion Tesfamariam Ghebremicael
Sep 3, 2023
Abrehatsion Tesfamariam Ghebremicael - was born from Her parents Mr. Tesfamariam Gebremichael and her mother Mrs. Letezgi Gebremichael on January 24, 1939 in Zeban Una Eritrea. Much to the sadness of her family and friends, she passed away at age 84 on September 3, 2023 in Nashville Tennessee.
Mrs. Ghebremicael is survived by her loving husband of 71 years,...
Dorothea Jean Daggs
Sep 3, 2023
Dorothea Jean (Stone) Daggs, known as “Dot”, 85, of Ashland City, TN passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, September 3, 2023 at her daughter’s home surrounded by family.
Born April 22, 1938 in Charleston, WV to the late George and Mary (Peters) Stone. She is a graduate of Charleston High School.
Preceded in death by her husband Marvin Francis Daggs;...
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