Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
Kathryn Waters
Oct 27, 2023
The Life of Kathryn Rene Waters
On September 5, 1949, Ms. Kathryn Rene Waters was born to Loraine Hazely Waters Jones and Eddie Lee Waters in Nashville, TN.
Kathryn put her faith in Christ at a young age and was baptized at Kayne Avenue Baptist Church where she became a member.
She also continued her school years and became a graduate...
Jacquelyn Yvonne Fuqua
Oct 25, 2023
In loving memory of Jacquelyn Yvonne Fuqua, born on October 27, 1947, and departed from this earthly life on October 25, 2023. Jackie's life reflected faith, service, and a deep connection to her community.
From an early age, Jackie's spiritual journey was evident as she professed her hope in Christ at Progressive Baptist Church located in Nashville, Tennessee, under the leadership...
Margaret E. Kirkland
Oct 24, 2023
Margaret Elizabeth “Bettie” Kirkland passed away on October 24, 2023. She is survived by her beloved husband, Paul Wilson Speer, their cherished children, Joseph Wilson Speer and Clare Elizabeth Speer, her mother Margaret Jean Kirkland, her brother Robert K. Kirkland (Pam), her cousin, many in-laws, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert G. Kirkland.
She...
Harvey Stephenson, Jr.
Oct 23, 2023
Harvey Stephenson, Jr. was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Harvey Stephenson Sr. and Mary Poindexter on September 10, 1942. He transitioned from this early life on October 23, 2023 after a short illness at Tristar Medical Center. He gave his life to Christ shortly before his passing.
Harvey attended Booker T. Washington High School in 1954. He was employed by JM...
Mallanese Kenova Wells - Starks
Oct 21, 2023
"Imagine stepping onto a shore and finding it's Heaven. Imagine taking hold of a hand and finding it's God's hand. Imagine breathing new air and finding it's celestial. Imagine feeling invigorated and finding its immortality. Imagine passing from storms and tempest to an unknown calm. Imagine waking up and finding its home.”
Mallanese Kenova Wells loosened her earthly garment on...
Andrew Donovan Cannon
Oct 16, 2023
Obituary for Andrew D. Cannon
Andrew Donovan Cannon was born on November 10, 1998, in Nashville, Tennessee to Antonio Cannon and the late Amanda Fitzgerald Jones.
Andrew was educated in Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. He accepted Christ at a young age and was a member of Edmonson Chapel Church.
Andrew was a lover of people, especially family and was blessed with the gift...
Joe Nickerson
Oct 16, 2023
Joe Lewis Nickerson was born in Alabama on August 9, 1936, to Minnie Moore and George Nickerson.
He was educated at Tuskegee University in Alabama. He joined the United States Army in 1960 and retired in 1996. Joe was an Educator for several years in the New York School system.
Joe gave his life to Christ at an early age and was...
Presiding Elder Robert E. Keesee
Oct 14, 2023
Presiding Elder Robert E. Keesee transitioned on October 14, 2023. The family will be present from 5:00-7:00pm for the public viewing.
Please keep the Keesee family in your thoughts and prayers.
Harold Jude Smith
Oct 12, 2023
Harold Jude Smith, fondly known by friends as “Smitty,” was the second of four children, born to Herbert John Smith Sr. and Helen Hyde Smith in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 8th 1937. Harold attended Holy Ghost Elementary School and Walter L. Cohen High School. He participated in Track and Field at Cohen including pole vaulting which earned him a...
Eloise M. Witherspoon
Oct 10, 2023
Obituary for Eloise M. Witherspoon
Eloise Mamie Witherspoon was born December 11, 1936, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Herschel and Katherine Hill.
Eloise was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on October 10, 2023. She was preceded in death by her mother and father Herschel and Katherine Hill, her son Ricky Cannon, her sister Martha Reynolds, and...
Annie Cleggett
Oct 7, 2023
Annie Ray Cleggett was born on September 4th in Nashville, Tennessee to Daniel Harper and Margaret (Hendricks) Harper. She was the second child and first daughter to a wonderful group of six siblings. She transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on October 7, 2023.
Annie was baptized at an early age and joined Fairfield Baptist Church under Reverend...
Doris D. Clark
Oct 4, 2023
Doris D. Clark began her heavenly journey on October 4, 2023. Born on November 22, 1932, in Nashville, TN, she was the beloved daughter of James O. Paschall and Minnie L. Paschall. Doris lived a long and exciting life, coursing through the 1930s Depression, Jim Crow Segregation, and The Home Front during World War II.
On June 9, 1950, Doris married...
Kashton Lamont Blaylock
Oct 3, 2023
Kashton was born on November 7th, 2021 to Vanesha Davidson and Kelvin Blaylock. He departed this life on October 3rd, 2023.
Baby Kashton was here for a short while, but for the short time he was here he left a smile on your face and a smile on your heart.
To know Kashton was to love him and he leaves to cherish...
Shalena R. Mccall
Oct 2, 2023
Shalena Reginay McCall, was born on February 22, 2002 in Augusta, Georgia to Mr. and Mrs. Wendell and LaCresia McCall. Shalena lived her life to the fullest; always displaying her joy for life with her humor. Her infectious smile always filled the room, then soon after there was laughter. Fun was her motto.
Shalena loved evenings watching movies -especially Horror...
Retired Honorable Judge Richard H. Dinkins
Oct 1, 2023
Richard H. Dinkins was born in Nashville, TN on August 30, 1952 while his mother, the late Ann Tyler Dinkins and father, the late Reverend Charles L. Dinkins, Sr., served as pastor of First Baptist Church in East Nashville. In 1960, the family moved to Memphis, TN where Richard and his two brothers Charles Jr. and Kenneth (Ken) grew up...
Gloria Blakemore Walker
Sep 29, 2023
Gloria Esther Walker transitioned on September 29, 2023, with her family by her side. Gloria was born February 7, 1939, in Nashville, TN to Murray and Lucille Blakemore. She was christened at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. She was a Brownie, Girl Scout, Member of the drama club, danced on tv to Frosty the Snowman and sang at the National Baptist...
Arnett H. Bodenhamer
Sep 27, 2023
Arnett Humphrey Bodenhamer, was born April 17, 1934, in Giles County, Tennessee. He was the fourth son of William "Sam" and Pearline Bell (Pryor-Brown) Bodenhamer. He was called "Buba" by family and close friends, "Art" by others, and Command Sergeant Major by military veterans. After the death of his father in 1935, Arnett's mother moved to Nashville, to make a...
Edward Burley
Sep 25, 2023
Edward Burley transitioned on September 25, 2023. Please keep the Burley family in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Holland Wright
Sep 24, 2023
Holland Aari Wright was born on May 6 th , 2021, to parents Brandon and Jazzmine Wright. Holland was known to all her family and loved ones as sweet, feisty and determined. Before her diagnosis, she experienced going to the zoo, watching tv with her big sister Emerie, rolling over, and playing with her toys. On October 7 th ,...
Kim Rhodes
Sep 22, 2023
Kim Lerae Rhode entered this world on October 19, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois. She was the only child of Willa A. Rhodes. God called her home early Friday morning September 22. 2023. Kim was the loving parent of Cameron Rhodes, Jared Rhodes, and Mitchell Morris.
As a parent, Kim's legacy was one of unwavering supportiveness, flexibility, encouragement, and being a...
