Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
David Todd, Iv
Jun 8, 2023
David Bernard Todd, IV, affectionately known as "Little David" was born June 6, 1993 and departed this life June 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his mother, Yolanda White Todd; maternal grandparents, Drs. James and Jeanette Armstrong and paternal grandparents, David B. Todd, Jr. MD. and Loraine C. Todd. His energetic personality, bright beautiful smile, and witty sense...
Dwynel M. Warden
Jun 7, 2023
Dwynel Marcel Warden was born on December 29, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois to the Late Dorthy Tillman and Marcel Warden. God decided he needed him too and on June 7, 2023, he graced heaven with his one of a kind superman swag!
Dwynel accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age. Continuing to walk with Christ throughout his life, in...
James Gordon Franklin
Jun 1, 2023
James Gordon Franklin was born on October 4, 1964, to Celesta M. Franklin and James (“Brit”) Franklin in Nashville, Tennessee. On June 1, 2023, James quietly uttered “I Love You” to his devoted wife, mother-in law, and niece (Ingrid) before closing his eyes and entering eternal rest.
Being the fourth child and “the baby,” James was instantly loved by his...
Barbara Jean Gordon
May 31, 2023
Barbara Jean Gordon was born in Nashville, TN on November 11, 1937 to Hannah Mae Whatley Gross. She was the youngest of three children. Her mom, Hannah, brothers, Leonard E Gross and John Gross and her daughter, Diane Louise Gordon, preceded her in death.
Barbara grew up and attended school in Nashville, TN which she was so fond of. As...
Ann Davidson
May 25, 2023
Ann Davidson transitioned on May 25, 2023. Please keep the Davidson family in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Verlene A. Robinson
May 24, 2023
Remembering a Beautiful Soul...
Verlene Francis Abston Robinson was born to J.B. and Mable Abston of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, on March 8, 1934, the oldest of four from this union. Upon the passing of her mother when Verlene was age seven, she and her siblings were reared by her maternal grandparents. Thus, she developed a love for family that is unmatched.
Early...
Freddie Lytle
May 17, 2023
On May 17, 2023 Freddie Lytle ascended onto a new path at the age of 71. Freddie Lytle was born on August 25, 1951. To Walter and Birdie Mae Lytle in Nashville, Tennessee. He received his education through the Davidson County Public School system. Where he then went on to work for US Tobacco Company 35 years then retired in...
Charlie E. Shelton
May 17, 2023
Charlie (Eugene) Shelton was born June 26, 1940. He was born to the late William Clifford Shelton and Louise Jane Shelton. He departed this life on Wednesday, May 16, 2023, and he was the fourth of five siblings.
Eugene graduated from Lincoln County High School in Fayetteville, Tennessee. He was very active in High School as he played in the...
Deshawn Talley
May 12, 2023
Deshawn Lamar Talley, 21, born to Carletta (Shay) Simmons and Christopher Talley. He was the most precious gift and his mother’s only child; his beautiful smile would instantly brighten up her day. Unexpectedly his life was tragically cut short and he was called to take his rest on May 12, 2023.
Deshawn attended and graduated from Hillsboro High School in May...
Joseph Anthony Barton
May 10, 2023
In Memory of Joseph Anthony Barton
Joseph Anthony (“Joe” or “Tony”) Barton, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on May 10, 2023 at the age of 73.
He was born August 19, 1949, in DeQueen, Arkansas, and grew up in Little Rock, where he was a member of the Arkansas Cadet Civil Air Patrol.
Joe was preceded in death by his beloved wife Kay...
Thomas Spann
May 10, 2023
A Life Well-Lived
Thomas Edward “Bay” Spann transitioned home peacefully on May 10, 2023, in Nashville TN at the age of 79. He was the youngest(spoiled) son of late Arthur and Hattie Mae Spann.
Thomas was educated in Nashville. He attended and graduated from Haynes. While at Haynes he played the trumpet in the school band.
At an early age Thomas was...
Judith Ann Watkins
May 8, 2023
Judith Ann Watkins, loved and known by many as Judy, departed this life on Monday, May 8, 2023 after a long and full life. She was a compassionate spirit, that was the heart and soul of her family.
Judith leaves a lasting legacy to her children Shaun Akins, Keith (Tiffany) Watkins, Jessica (Aaron) Wynn, Scott (Kimberly) Watkins and Jennifer Talley;...
Gabrielle Akins
May 7, 2023
Gabrielle Shawane Akins was born June 27, 1980, and departed this life on May 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Willard (Butch) and Margaret Ann Weatherford Akins.
Gabrielle professed her love for Christ at an early age, and united with Greater Bethel AME Church. “Gabby” as she was affectionately called, was an active participant in many ministries...
James E. Bostic, Jr.
May 5, 2023
James E. Bostic, Jr. transitioned on May 5, 2023. Please keep the Bostic family in your thoughts and prayers.
William Stevenson Strauss, Jr.
May 4, 2023
William Stevenson Strauss, Jr. transitioned on May 4, 2023. Please keep the Strauss family in your thoughts and prayers.
Ronald Bailey
May 4, 2023
Ronald Wilbert Bailey was born to the union of Leona Smith and Clyde Bailey in Chicago, Il. He attended Hyde Park High School where he excelled in the classroom and on the basketball court.
At age 15, Ron moved to Milwaukee, WI where he experienced the loving arms of his aunt and uncle, Vivian and Richard Mynor. He finished his secondary...
Kendra Mitchell
May 2, 2023
Kendra Monique Mitchell was born on May 13, 1985 to Linda Stewart and Roy Curry. Kendra was born, raised, and matured in Memphis, Tn where she professed her love for Christ at an early age at Chelsea Ave Church of Christ. She attended Corning Elementary School, Snowden Middle School, and graduated from East High School in 2003. In high school...
Aneka Renee Womack
Apr 27, 2023
Aneka R. Womack was born in Nuremburg, Germany on December 4, 1980, to Willie T. Womack of Greenville, AL and the late Carolyn D. Womack of Prospect, TN.
She transitioned from this world during the early morning of Thursday, April 27, 2023. Aneka loved being involved with her church and it’s Sunday School Program.
Aneka professed her life to Christ and the...
Lurvey Preston-Montgomery Beazer, Sr.
Apr 25, 2023
Lurvey Beazer transitioned on April 25, 2023. Please keep the Beazer family in your thoughts and prayers.
Rita Faye Dorsey
Apr 25, 2023
Life Reflections
Rita Faye Lenox was born on October 15, 1959 to the late Henry C. Lenox and Delores O. Lenox in Nashville, TN. She was called home to eternal rest on April 25, 2023.
Rita’s memory will be forever cherished by her devoted mother, Delores O. Lenox; loving sisters, Sherron D. Frierson, Teresa L. (Kenneth) Fitzpatrick, and Trevis C. Lenox; nephew,...

