Obituaries

Aug 17, 2023

Mildred Louise Peden Phillips, 78, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023, The Waters of Cheatham in Ashland City. She was born in Decatur, Alabama, on August 22, 1944, to the late James Anthony and Minnie Louise Burgett Peden. Mildred enjoyed sewing, playing video games on her phone and computer, and going fishing. She especially loved her westerns, including Gunsmoke...

Aug 6, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Nettie Inez Vigil, a beloved resident of Dickson, TN. Mrs. Vigil departed this world on Sunday, August 6, at the venerable age of 95 years.

Mrs. Vigil embraced life with boundless passion and held her family dearly in her heart. She found joy in shopping, visiting casinos, and...

Jul 30, 2023

Nola “Gail” Moore, 64, of Nashville, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023. Gail was born in Nashville on September 21, 1958, to the late William and Nola May Fergerson Schroeder. She enjoyed being in the outdoors, especially the Smokey Mountains. Gail always put others before herself and was always helping others. She enjoyed gardening, baking, and shopping on QVC....

Jul 29, 2023

 

Terry Winston Pope passed away at 5:25pm on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the Saint Thomas West hospital at the age of 88 while Paul was reading for him – his favorite hobby!  He lived a long and full life, and saw much of the earth and modern human history. Terry was born in Old Hickory on November 11,...

Jul 26, 2023

 

Joe T. Swafford of Nashville, TN, passed away on July 26, 2023, at the age of 84. He was born on May 5, 1939, to J. Tom and Virginia Elnora Swafford. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, traveling and hunting in his spare time. He was a long-time member of Hillsborough Presbyterian Church and was involved in the Masons, the Shriners,...

Jul 25, 2023

 

Martha Helen Flowers went to her heavenly home on July 25, 2023.  She was 87 years old, born on August 9, 1935 in Lynnville, TN.  Martha was preceded in death by her parents Jack Owen and Lacy Shelton and two brothers, Jack and Don Shelton.  She retired from AT&T after 35 years of service. 

She is survived by...

Jul 20, 2023

 

Mr. JT Tenpenny joined his Lord and heavenly family at the age of 94, on July 20, 2023, following a longtime illness. Born on January 22, 1929, in Readyville, Tennessee, to Vestel and Osee Tenpenny, JT led a grateful and inspiring Christian life.

JT proudly served his country, for 28 years in the US Marine Corps, retiring in 1978...

Jul 18, 2023

 

Sallie Ruth Campbell (Weatherby), age 81, born June 2, 1942, went home to be with the Lord on July 18, 2023.

“Ruth” was a devoted wife, mother, and great friend to all who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her mother Sallie Ruth (Givens) Weatherby; Father, James Alfred Weatherby; Brother, Mason Weatherby; Sisters, Francis Dunavant, Mary Alexander,...

Jul 10, 2023

Robert Alvin Drumright, 85, of Nashville, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023. He was born in Nashville on June 17, 1938, to the late Rufus Dosson and Lovie Smith Drumright. Robert proudly served our country in the United States Marines. Following his service, he worked as an electrician. He enjoyed tinkering and building things. Robert liked to spend...

Jun 30, 2023

Donald Gene Burns (Don), age 73, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, while visiting friends in Florida. Born in Franklin, Tennessee, Don spent most of his life in Nashville.  He was a graduate of Cohn High School, and a veteran of the United States Army, serving his country in Vietnam. Upon his return from service, he worked as a...

Jun 30, 2023

William (Mr Bill) Albert Copen, Jr., 96, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. He was born in Barberton, Ohio, to Dorothy and William Copen, Sr., on October 8, 1926. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Jeanette Morgan Copen, and grandson Craig Brandon Copen.

He leaves behind his children Karen (Brian) Kilian, Dennis (Donna)...

Jun 24, 2023

Anhlinh Phuong Do was born on August 6, 1964, in Nha Trang, Viet Nam. Growing up, Anhlinh was an exemplary student, placing in the top percentage of his class. His favorite hobbies were playing sports and to read comic books.

His family endured many hardships following the conclusion of the Viet Nam War. Anhlinh was forced to...

Jun 24, 2023

Charles Sleighter of Kingston Springs, TN, passed away on June 24th, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on August 19th, 1941, to parents, Charles and Anna Sleighter.

Charles is preceded in death by his loving wife of 41 years, Katherine Sleighter.

He leaves behind his Children, Charlene Harrison and Douglas (Laura) Sleighter;...

Jun 24, 2023

Gladys Ashburn, 98, of Nashville, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023. She was born on May 21, 1925, in Hickman, TN, to the late Earl and Drucilla Ligon Nixon. She enjoyed taking care of babies and camping in the mountains with her husband, Ernest. She loved God and attended Immanuel Church of the Nazarene. Above all, Gladys enjoyed...

Jun 21, 2023

Myrlan Wayne Rhodes, Sr., 73, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. He was born on November 21, 1949, in Wayne County, TN, to the late Oliver Lee and Edna Jaynes Rhodes. Myrlan was married to his late wife, Betty Jean Rhodes, for 49 years prior to her passing in 2019. Together they enjoyed bowling league together. Myrlan enjoyed...

Jun 19, 2023

Alice Marie Chapman Dixon, 83 of Nashville, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023. She was born on October 8, 1939, in Colquitt, Georgia, to the late Will and Ever Lee Henry Chapman. Alice was very active in sports her entire life and even held records in women’s high school basketball in Georgia. Her abilities brought her to the...

Jun 17, 2023

George V. (Booney) Stephens of Nashville, TN, passed away on June 17th, 2023, at the age of 63. He was born on July 30th, 1959, to parents, Paul V. Stephens and Lillian B. Hall. He enjoyed listening to music, performing, and riding motorcycles. He was of the Methodist faith and a graduate of Bellevue High School. He is preceded...

Jun 17, 2023

Christopher Allan Hale of Nashville, TN, passed away on June 17th, 2023, at the age of 53. He was born on January 6th, 1970, to parents, Jimmie and Joann Hale. He was born and raised in Nashville and enjoyed playing baseball, watching the Dallas Cowboys beat any team they went up against, and teaching his children how to play...

Jun 11, 2023

Ernest (E.W.) Hassell, age 101, of Nashville, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 11th, 2023. He was an electrician and a member of Local Union 429 for 78 years.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Sircy Hassell; One brother; And four sisters.

He is survived by one son, Paul (Tina) Hassell; Three...

Jun 11, 2023

Oscar Lea Carver, entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 11, 2023. He was born in White House, TN, on August 7, 1931, to the late Oscar William and Velma Lea Johnson Carver. He was a graduate of East High School where he was on the baseball and rifle teams. Oscar proudly served his...