Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
Azia McKinleigh Rucker
May 12, 2024
Azia Rucker transitioned Sunday, May 12, 2024. Please keep the Rucker family in thoughts and prayers.Complete arrangements will be announced soon.
Kenneth C. "Cheyenne" Joyce
May 8, 2024
Kenneth Carmichael Cheyenne Joyce was born in Nashville, Tennessee on March 12, 1957, to the late Earnest Sr. and Fannie Mae (Sneed) Joyce. “Chey” as he was affectionately known by family members and friends transitioned on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Family members who preceded him in death are his father and mother; brothers: George, Ronald, Donald, Earnest Jr., Travis; and...
Ross "Rocky" Fleming, III
May 7, 2024
Ross Fleming III, known for his generous spirit, kind heart and unwavering commitment to making his community a better place, was born in Toledo, Ohio October 13, 1960, to the late Dr. Ross Fleming Jr. and Dr. Bernardeen Olive Bennett Fleming at Flower Hospital. Ross's spiritual journey began at an early age with his baptism at Mt. Olive Baptist Church....
Elmer Freeman
May 7, 2024
The blueprint for Elmer’s life was designed by the Master Architect. “Before you were born I knew you, before you were formed in the womb I consecrated you.” Jeremiah 1:5.
Elmer Lynn Freeman, affectionately known to his family and friends as “Elmer Lynn”, was born on September 14, 1933, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was the second of eight children born to...
Erica White
May 5, 2024
Erica White transitioned on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Please keep the White family in your thoughts and prayers.
Aaron Sloss
May 5, 2024
Aaron E. Sloss, Jr. was born September 23, 1944, to Deacon Aaron and Susie Sloss, who preceded him to a new life. Aaron transitioned from mortal life to eternal life Sunday, May 05, 2024.
We the members of his family remain here to celebrate his new life in Christ Jesus; sister, Shirley A. Sloss-Tyus; brother, Reginald E. Sloss; niece, Tanya A....
Jim Ford
May 3, 2024
Mr. James Oliver Ford transitioned Friday, May 3, 2024. Jim is survived by his loving wife of over 33 years, Lauranette Sweeney Ford, Son, James Eric (Toni) Ford, Louisville, KY, Daughter, Shonna Ford, Florence, AL, Granddaughter, Gabrielle A. Ford, St. Augustine, FL. In-Loves, Ulysses (Laura) Sweeney, III, Brothers-in-Love: Ulysses (Anita) Sweeney, IV, Clarence Sweeney, and Craig (Marla) Sweeney. Additionally,...
Deaconess Clevetta Lott-Evans
Apr 28, 2024
Clevetta Leonia Lott-Evans, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother, loyal friend, and counselor to many, passed away on April 28, 2024.
She was born in Memphis, TN, the youngest child of the late Levi and Delores Lott. She took charge of many of her family affairs and took the leadership role of being and feeling like the oldest child.
Christ became...
Lynn Craighead Allen
Apr 19, 2024
Lynn Ardelle Craighead Allen was born on July 27, 1961 to the late Robert L Sr. and Mary Smithson Craighead. She was the sixth of six children: Sandra Marie Craighead, Ann Carol Craighead, Robert Lincoln Craighead Jr., Carlton Bertram Craighead, and Don Elliot Craighead, with Carlton and Ann preceding her in death.
Lynn graduated from Father Ryan High School where she...
Margo Cain
Apr 17, 2024
Gabriel blew his horn and the Angel of Death peacefully carried Margo Julianna Harland Cain in her Father’s arms on April 17, 2024.
Margo Julianna (Harland) Cain was born on November 7, 1938, to the late Andrew Harland Sr. and Elizabeth Hutchinson Harland in Clarksville, Tennessee. She was the eldest of three children. Margo is preceded in death by her Aunt Hazel...
Torey Nicole Brown
Apr 12, 2024
Torey Nicole Brown was born March 6, 1977, to Mr. Arthur D. Brown Jr. and Jean Wallace Brown. At a young age, Torey gave her life to Christ and was baptized at Kayne Avenue Missionary Baptist Church. During her Christian journey she served at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Temple Baptist Church, and Bethel. Torey was currently serving at Believers Faith...
Chester Godwin
Apr 12, 2024
The life journey of Chester Godwin began on January 26, 1933, in Madison, TN, to the late, Willie Chester and Grace Williams Godwin. He departed his earthly life on April 12, 2024. Chester graduated in 1951 from Montgomery High School in Lexington, TN. He served honorably in the United States Army and graduated from Tennessee A and I State College...
AlCapone R. Branch
Apr 11, 2024
AlCapone R. Branch transitioned on Thursday, April 11, 2024. Survived by mother, Yolanda Michelle (Norman) Pointer; father, Bobby Whitehead; siblings, Camanika (James), Roderek, Devonta (Maree), and Norchelle Branch, Xzavier and Diamond Whitehead, Janae Owens, Montesha Howse, and La’Unique Bigsby; and other relatives and friends. Please keep the Branch family in your thoughts and prayers.
Paul Steven Joseph
Apr 7, 2024
Paul Steven aka “Steve” Joseph was surrounded by family when he was called home to be with His Father on April 7, 2024, after a period of illness. Steve was born on March 12, 1941, to the late Avie and Wash Joseph in Birmingham, AL. He graduated from Oakwood Academy in Huntsville, AL and attended Oakwood College majoring in Theology...
Dr. James Evans Chatman
Apr 6, 2024
Dr. James Evans Chatman, 73, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 2, 1950 to his late parents, George Evans Chatman and Jemima Jenkins Chatman. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Juanita Chatman and Jacqueline Perry.
James Evans, as he was affectionally called, accepted Christ as his personal savior when he...
Ida K. Martin
Apr 5, 2024
Ida Kathryn Martin was born on May 24, 1931, in Nashville, Tennessee as the only child to Princella Hall and Paul C Jones. She joined her heavenly family on April 5, 2024.
Ida K. had a sweet spirit throughout her life. She loved her family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors. A precocious child, she attended St. Vincent de Paul Elementary School where...
Sharon Denise Batey
Apr 5, 2024
Sharon Denise Barnes Batey was born on March 14th, 1962, in Nashville, TN to the union of the late Clarence & Mary (Bradley) Barnes St. She departed this life on April 5th, 2024.
Sharon accepted Christ at an early age and truly lobe the Lord. She always gives THANKS to God for her life every day. Especially her battles with her...
Mary L. Hill
Apr 1, 2024
Mary L. Hill transitioned on Monday, April 1, 2024. Please keep the Overton and Hill families in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Hural Johnson, Jr.
Mar 28, 2024
Hural L. Johnson, Jr. was born on November 6,1953 to the Late Hural Johnson, Sr. and Late Ruth Evelyn Johnson, in Nashville, Tennessee. He transitioned from labor to reward on March 28, 2024, with his beloved wife by his side.
Hural graduated from Cohn High School, class of 1973. He later received certification in welding from Yates Vocational Center. He utilized...
Vera McCord
Mar 26, 2024
Reflections of Life
Mrs. Vera McCord was born September 21, 1946 in the lovely family with 4 brothers, 1 sister and a loving mother, Mrs. Vera Mathews.
Mrs. Vera McCord attended Cameron High School. After graduation, she worked for a Endodontic Dentist as a Endodontic dental assistant. She was the first black Endodontic dental assistant in Nashville. She was hired by Dr....
