Nashville, TN Obituaries

Dec 23, 2025

Life Story of Mrs. Jean Vashti Stockard Lesley, 1930-2025 

Arriving in birth a few minutes apart from her fraternal twin sister Jane Elizabeth on February 21, 1930, Jean Vashti Stockard became the sixth child of the seven children born to Bessie Mae Morgan Stockard, who was a teacher, church pianist and homemaker, and Andy Russell Stockard, who was a Pullman car...

Dec 20, 2025

Dr. Edwina Harris Hamby, age 79 transitioned on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Please keep the Hamby family in your thoughts and prayers. The complete obituary forthcoming. 

Dec 12, 2025

On the 13th of January 1935, she was born Katherine “Kaddie” Watkins, the sixth of eight kids of James “JC” Watkins and Alice Young-Watkins. Growing up on Brick Church Pike during the heart of the Great Depression, Katherine learned the value of education, hard work, and faith. She accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized into the...

Dec 11, 2025

Yolanda Roshelle Sutton transitioned on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Survived by mother, Maxine Sutton; father, Larry Downing; children, Montarious Johnson and Marcellus Johnson; sister, Beverely Sutton; 6 grandchildren; other relatives and friends. 

Dec 10, 2025

Steve Martin Crum transitioned on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.  Survived by family and friends in Nashville and Memphis, Tennessee.  

Dec 9, 2025

Flora McKinley Rucker, born on December 23, 1929, in Buffalo Valley, Tennessee, was the second child of Gene McKinley and Collie Lamberson. She took her last breath on earth and her first breath in heaven on December 9, 2025. Her early life was marked by challenges, losing her older brother to polio at the age of three, followed by her...

Dec 8, 2025

Polly Swanson-Buchanan was born on November 25, 1925, to the late Harry and Maria Swanson. She peacefully departed this life on Monday, December 8, 2025.

Polly accepted Christ at an early age and remained steadfast in her faith throughout her life. She truly enjoyed spending time with her family and was known for her vibrant spirit, warm personality, and the very...

Dec 6, 2025

Marvin D. Spears, beloved teacher, coach and public school administrator transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday, December 6, 2025 after a short illness in Nashville, TN. He attended public schools in Corpus Christi, Texas where he enjoyed sports and graduated from Roy Miller High School. He matriculated at the University of North Texas and received a BBA in 1972....

Nov 24, 2025

Henry Corey Booker (affectionately called Corey) was born August 23,1979 to the late Henry Jr and Neller Faye Booker, in Nashville, Tennessee. He departed this earthly life on November 24, 2025.

Corey accepted Christ at an early age at the Saint James Missionary Church under the Pastorate of George Brooks, Sr. He later united with the Temple Church under Senior Pastor...

Nov 24, 2025

Lena Will Stanley was born August 30, 1934, in Pulaski, Tennessee, to Inez Payne and Howard Kimbrough. She departed this earthly life on November 24, 2025. In addition to her mother and father, Lena was preceded in death by her daughter, Phyllis Booker; stepfather, Reverend W.A. Pryor; brothers, William Pryor and James Pryor; and sister, Ann Davidson.

Lena was employed in...

Nov 22, 2025

Alvin Pugh, age 59, of Nashville Tn, passed away on November 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on July 4th, 1966, in Benton Harbor Michigan to mother, Charlie Jean Pugh-Bailey and father, Robert Grandberry.

Alvin confessed a hope in christ at an early age and was baptized at the Church of God In Christ by Reverend Willie...

Nov 21, 2025

The Rising of the Sun

On June 17, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, the world was graced with the arrival of Lois Jean Hundley. Her proud parents, Frederick Douglas and Hattie Jewel Hundley, welcomed their first child—a beautiful baby girl who would grow to touch countless lives. Two years later, her sister Reita Helene joined the family, completing a loving home filled...

Nov 18, 2025

Nov 15, 2025

David Carr transitioned on Saturday, November 15, 2025.  Please keep the Carr family in your thoughts and prayers.

Nov 15, 2025

December 18, 1949 – November 15, 2025 Samuel Louis Ervin, age 75, peacefully transitioned on November 14, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, after a lengthy illness. Born on December 18, 1949, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Samuel grew into a man whose life was deeply rooted in family, faith, and a lifelong love of music. Samuel was the beloved son of Otis...

Oct 29, 2025

Harriette Kennebrew Perkins, a woman of grace, laughter, and undeniable style, entered eternal rest on October 29, 2025, after 78 years joyfully lived. Born at Chicago's historic Provident Hospital, she carried her hometown pride wherever she went. In her trademark red St. John knit, Harriette loved to laugh, to dance a Chicago-style two-step, and to tell anyone who would listen...

Oct 26, 2025

BUTTERFLY. That's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Vanessa. What closely follows is sweet, kind, understanding, and honest. These are the reasons she was loved.

You could tell her your deepest secrets and share your most embarrassing moments but leave every conversation feeling whole again. This is what big sisters are for. This iswhat she was...

Oct 24, 2025

Patricia Christman Bailey, fondly known as “Pat” or “Patsy,” transitioned to her heavenly residence on October 24, 2025. She lived an extraordinary life filled with joy, laughter and a boundless love for people.

Patricia Christman was born in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Mr. & Mrs. John R. Christman. At St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, she received the sacraments of...

Oct 24, 2025

Dorothy Virginia Petway transitioned on Friday, October 24, 2025.  Please keep the Petway family in your thoughts and prayers.

Oct 21, 2025

Born December 23, 1938, in Nashville, Tennessee, Bonnie Grace Shaw was the first of seven children born to the late W. Russell Shaw and Annie Harrison Shaw.

Bonnie joined First Baptist Church, East Nashville in the late 1940s, and she remained an active member for the rest of her life.

Bonnie grew up surrounded by music as her father was a well-known...