Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
Brenda Woodard
Dec 29, 2019
Brenda Woodard, age 69 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Sunday, December 29, 2019. Brenda J. Woodard, affectionately known as “Nana, NanaMoo, Nannie or plain old Mama,” was born to William Dudley and Mattie Mae Johnson, on June 9, 1950 in Chapel Hill, TN. Brenda was educated at Hillgrove Elementary, and one of the first...
William Dobson
Dec 19, 2019
Age 94, of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Thursday, December 19, 2019. His survivors include, wife of 27 years, Katherine Dobson; children, Pamela Marie Byrd, Beverly Ann, Mattie Teresa Byrd, Jacqueline Ann Byrd, Barbara Ann Byrd, ZaLacie Brown, William Byrd, Maurice Byrd, Michael Byrd, and Terrence (Sheila) Jackson; stepsons, Ellis, Reginald, and Eric Kinzer; a...
Ladonna Blair
Dec 18, 2019
Ms. LaDonna Brown Blair, age 53 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. She leaves to cherish her memories, devoted father, Offutte Brown; devoted children, Sheree Brown (Taurus Booker), Tommy "Rico" Braden and Tomika Blair; devoted sister, Angela (Ronald) Markham; grandchildren, Markhel, Maurice, Mauriah, and Malachi; nieces, Tiffanie Calloway and Malika Armstrong;...
Sally Derosia
Dec 15, 2019
Mrs. Sally J. Derosia, age 52 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Sunday, December 15, 2019.She is survived by family & friends. Please keep the family in your prayers.
Dr. Hoyt King
Dec 15, 2019
Lifelong Leader, Teacher, World-Traveler, Beloved Father, Grandfather, Uncle and Friend!On December 15, 2019, in the year of Our Lord, 2019, Dr. Hoyt Alexander King, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and faithful disciple of Our Savior, passed in his Nashville, Tennessee home. As the second-born son, of the union of Mr. Sam Jored King of Racourcci Island...
Carrie Gentry
Dec 14, 2019
It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of Carrie McLaughlin Gentry, on Saturday, December 14, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Howard Cornelius Gentry Sr. She is survived by her devoted children, Carol Gentry (Alfonso) Johnson and Howard C. Gentry Jr., both of Nashville; six grandchildren, Tracey Johnson...
Andy Culp
Dec 9, 2019
Mr. Andy Eugene Culp, age 61 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, December 9, 2019. He is survived by mother, Sarah Culp; other relatives & friends. Please keep the family in your prayers.
Brandford Giddings, Sr.
Dec 9, 2019
Dr. Brandford Giddings, Sr.,Age 90, transitioned December 8, 2019 in New Port Richey, FL. Survived by sons, Brandford Giddings, Jr. and Randolph Giddings, Esq.; daughters, Candace Giddings Koney-Laryea, M.D. and Anette MacShine; son-in-law, Daniyal Koney-Laryea, M.D.; eight grandchildren; four sisters, Margaret Esdelle, Melba Spencer, Agnes Giddings and Vera (J'Arthur) Agostini; other relatives & friends. Family Visitation Saturday, December 21st from...
Gilbert Smith
Dec 8, 2019
Age 87, departed this life Sunday, December 8, 2019 at University Hospital in Cleveland, OH with his wife by his side. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Doris Smith, who cared for him and was a devoted loving wife until the end. Daughter, Pamelia King, Nashville, TN; sons, Jeffrey Smith, Brooksville, Fl., Donald Smith, Nashville TN; stepchildren, Rufus...
Marjorie Weaver
Dec 8, 2019
Age 82, transitioned December 8, 2019. Survived by four daughters, Ruth (Neicy)Hobbs, Carol Spann, Darleene (Dwight) Beard and Tonya Fizer; eight grandchildren; sister, Nadine McCaulley; other relatives & friends Family will receive friends Sunday, December 15th from 2-5pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Monday, December 16th from 11am-12noon with funeral to follow at theTemple Church, 3810 Kings Lane with...
Winston Wilson
Dec 6, 2019
Age 78. The owner of Cahal Market in East Nashville transitioned Friday December 6, 2019. Public Viewing Friday, December 13th, from 3:00pm -6:00pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Saturday, December 14th from 11am-12noon with funeral to follow at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 949 T. S. Jackson Avenue. Interment Greenwood West Cemetery.
Barbara Askew
Dec 2, 2019
Barbara Ann Askew, age 74 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, December 2, 2019 at Tri Star Skyline Medical Center. She leaves a host of devoted family members and friends to cherish her memory.The completed obituary will be forthcoming. Please keep the family of Barbara Ann Askew in your thoughts and prayers.
Vivian Ray
Nov 30, 2019
Age 78, transitioned November 30, 2019. Survived by husband of 54 years, Thomas N. Ray; sister, Theresa (Wilkes) London; brother, Arthur Jr. (Barbara) Eaton; devoted sister in law, Lois Jean Mitchell; devoted nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends, Thursday, December 5th from 3:00pm -6:00 pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Friday, December 6th from...
Reinhard Schwarzer
Nov 29, 2019
Mr. Reinhard Schwarzer, age 68 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Friday, November 29, 2019.He is survived by family & friends. Please keep the family in your prayers.
Earl Webster
Nov 28, 2019
Mr. Earl Thomas Webster was born on May 31, 1935 to the late William and LulaWebster in Campbellsville Kentucky. He departed this life on Thursday, November 28, 2019, surrounded by family at Skyline Medical Center, Nashville Tennessee.He was a member of the Pleasant Union Baptist Church. He served as a member of the armed forces U. S. Army and U....
Pearline Witherspoon
Nov 27, 2019
Pearline Herron Witherspoon, age 86 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at St. Thomas Midtown. She leaves to cherish her loving memories, two loving daughters, Patricia Branum (Willie) and Rita (Steig) McDonald, Nashville, TN; brother, Anderson (Sherid) Smith Jr., Napierville, IL; sisters, Merl Silveira, Carol A. Rogers, and Jacqueline Robinson, Mobile...
Sylvester Roland, Iii
Nov 23, 2019
Mr. Sylvester Robert Roland, III Age 70 of LaVergne transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Saturday, November 23, 2019. He was preceded in death by parents, Sylvester Roland, Jr and Tamar Roland.He leaves to cherish his memories, beloved companion, Diane Batson Roland; daughters, Yolanda and Shenelle; son, Sedale; granddaughter, Yasmine; sisters, Jean (John) Phillips and Deborah Roland;...
John Woods
Nov 21, 2019
John Edward Woods-Age 76, passed November 21, 2019. He leaves to cherish his memory daughter, Sonya Smith and Tracey Smith; son, Shaun (Demetria) Woods, all of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Kendra Thompson, La’nya Woods, Sarai Woods and Nicholas Smith; great grandchild, Michael Burton. Family and Friends Gathering on Monday, December 2nd from 5:00-7:00 pm at Lewis & Wright Funeral Home, 2500...
Yvonne Johnson
Nov 20, 2019
Yvonnee Thompson Johnson, Age 80, transitioned November 20, 2019. Survived by son, Philip Sylvester Booth, III; daughter, Tempest Yvonne (Scott) Hamilton; granddaughter, Courtney Yvonne Johnson; devoted niece, Deltina Braden; sisters, Evelyn Frierson, Paulette Cobbins, Deborah Alderson, Brenda Watts & Louise Thompson; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends and the Pearl High Alumni. Public viewing, Tuesday, Nov. 26th from 3-6pm...
