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Obituaries

Obituaries for the Nashville Metro area.

Eric Dwight Smith

Eric Dwight Smith

Oct 24, 2023

Eric Dwight Smith age 65, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

Eric D. Smith was born on May 17th, 1957 to Elva Smith-Brooks in Nashville, TN. Eric was baptized at a very young age at Dixon Memorial United Methodist Church, 1111-Buchanan St. Nashville, TN. He attended Nashville Davidson County Public school. Eric...

John Calvin Drake, Jr.

John Calvin Drake, Jr.

Oct 24, 2023

John Calvin Drake, Jr., transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

John Calvin Drake Jr, lovingly known as “Lil John” was born to John Calvin Drake Sr. and Valeria Ann English. He was born in Nashville TN on August 19, 1985. He departed this life on October 24, 2023.

Starting out, he was a...

Berlin L Johnson

Berlin L Johnson

Oct 19, 2023

Berlin L. Johnson, age 90, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Thursday, October 19, 2023.

Berlin L Johnson was born March 16, 1933, in Williamson County, Franklin, Tennessee to the late William and Mattie Johnson.  He was preceded in death by wives Betty and Annie, son Anthony, daughters Stephanie, Rosa, and Tracy.

Berlin excelled in the...

Sammy Lee Stanley

Sammy Lee Stanley

Oct 17, 2023

After a long and courageous battle with cancer, we mourn the loss Sammy Stanley, age 83 a beloved resident of Henderson, TN. He peacefully eternal rest on October 17 2023, surrounded his loving family at alive hospice in Nashville, TN.

Sammy was born December 14,1939, in Dublin, Georgia to his proud parents Pervy T. Stanley and Lucille Rozier. He embraced...

Hattie Mai Batey

Hattie Mai Batey

Oct 16, 2023

Hattie Mai Batey ObituaryNashville, TN - Hattie Mai Batey, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 16, 2023, at the age of 91. She was born on June 19, 1932, in Nashville, TN. Known for her unwavering faith and love for her family, Hattie touched the lives of many during her time here on Earth.Hattie's dedication to...

Harry Darnell Gordon

Harry Darnell Gordon

Oct 15, 2023

Harry was born July 7, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlene Halliburton-Williams and Robert E. Gordon; son, Don Quaidtus Webb; four brothers, Dwight Edward Gordon, Sr., Larry Arnell Gordon, Jeffrey Lamont Gordon, and Kendall Lydell Williams.

 

Harry Darnell Gordon leaves his legacy of love to be cherished by his wife, Pamphelia Wilson-Gordon; Sons, Wayne...

Harrietta Starks Wade

Harrietta Starks Wade

Oct 10, 2023

Harrietta (Starks) Wade was born on May 13, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was the only child born to Betty (Starks) Yarbrough and Wiliam Claybrooks whom preceded her in death.   She transitioned from this earthly life to eternity on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. 

Harrietta confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and was baptized by Dr. Frank M....

Ralph Eugene Smith

Ralph Eugene Smith

Oct 9, 2023

Ralph Eugene Smith Sr., born on August 31, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee, was the son of James Nathaniel and Bernice Paschall Smith. On Monday, October 9, 2023, he peacefully passed away at his residence.

He was predeceased by his parents, along with his brothers, Calvin Bernard Smith and Gary Allen Smith.

Ralph received his education from the Nashville Public School...

Gary Wilson

Gary Wilson

Oct 8, 2023

Gary Wilson was born February 17, 1948 to the parents of Willie Jones and Geneva Elliott.  He was the oldest to four siblings.  He transitioned to his heavenly home on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Vanderbilt Medical Center, in Nashville TN.

Gary attended Trigg County Public School in Cadiz Kentucky.  He had a love for his country and wanted to...

Reginald Dwight Elmore,Sr.

Reginald Dwight Elmore,Sr.

Oct 6, 2023

Reginald Dwight Elmore Sr., transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Friday, October 6, 2023.

Reginald Dwight Elmore, Sr. entered his life on December 21, 1986, in Nashville, Tennessee he transitioned into his eternal life on October 6, 2023. Reginald was born into the union of Curtis Elmore, Sr. and Deborah Elmore (deceased).

He graduated from Tennessee...

Sheila Ann Green

Sheila Ann Green

Oct 4, 2023

Shelia Ann Green, age 66, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. 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 Mrs. Shelia Ann Green in your thoughts and prayers.

Charles Michael Ibobo

Charles Michael Ibobo

Oct 1, 2023

Mr. Charles Michael Ibobo, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Survived by son, Onyamachi Mondez Smith Ibobo; other devoted family members and friends to cherish his memories.

 

Gurtej S. Sodhi

Gurtej S. Sodhi

Sep 30, 2023

Gurtej S. Sodhi, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Tri-Star Centennial Medical Center. Survived by family and friends.

James Alton Lyles

James Alton Lyles

Sep 29, 2023

James Alton Lyles was born October 7, 1931, in Spartinsburg South Carolina, to the late, George and Naomi Lyles, who preceded him in death. James, attended school in, Hazzard, Kentucky and later moved back to, South, Carolina.

When he was old enough, he enlisted voluntarily into the, U. S. Army.  James fought valiantly in the Korean War, which he often...

Minnie Lee Scott

Minnie Lee Scott

Sep 29, 2023

Minnie Lee Scott transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Friday, September 29, 2023.

Minnie is preceded in death by her parents; Ed Brown, Alberta Brown, Siblings; Ruby Simmons, Vickie Brown, Eddie Lee and Daughter Tonya Wilkes, Steven Oden.

Minnie leaves to cherish her memories; her loving husband, Cornelius Scott, Children; Dorothy Brown, Marilyn (Kevin) Anderson, James (Antia)...

Lorenzo Barr

Lorenzo Barr

Sep 28, 2023

Lorenzo Barr was born on September 12, 1957 in Georgetown County South Carolina to his father and mother Lillie Mae Barr.

Lorenzo transitioned this earthly life on Thursday September 28, 2023, at his residence in Nashville, TN.

Lorenzo accepted Christ as his personal savior and is a Christian by faith.

 Lorenzo was educated at Howard High School in Georgetown, SC,...

Felicia L. Holt Gatewood

Felicia L. Holt Gatewood

Sep 26, 2023

Felicia L. Holt Gatewood, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her father, James E. Holt.

She leaves to cherish her memories mother, Lee Etta Holt; two brothers, Wayne Young and James Latawan Holt, Sr.; two nephews, James Latawan Holt, Jr., and Jevell L. Rucker; one niece,...

Maurice Wendell Lewis, Sr.

Maurice Wendell Lewis, Sr.

Sep 24, 2023

Maurice Wendell Lewis Sr., was born on February 14, 1939 to Annie Maple Taylor and John Vance Lewis.

Maurice attended St. Vincent's Catholic school and Nashville public schools. He attended Pearl High School and played french horn in the high school band. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Tennessee State University in 1966. Maurice accepted Christ at an...

Joe Thomas Solomon

Joe Thomas Solomon

Sep 24, 2023

A Godly life ended September 24, 2023 when Joe Thomas Solomon departed his earthly vessel at the age of 63. We know he is at rest with our Heavenly Father.   Thomas was born April 23, 1960 to Joe Solomon and Rebecca Hubbard. He was preceded in death by his father Joe Thomas and sister Linda Thomas.    He gave...

Donna Faye Swanson

Donna Faye Swanson

Sep 21, 2023

Donna Faye Swanson, age ,63 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Thursday, September 21, 2023. She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted Daughter; Robin (Sameka) Swanson, her precious grandchildren, Nathaniel and Breonna Wilson, Donovan and Dymond Hill. Devoted Sisters; Deborah Swanson and Marva Hemphill, Loving Brother; Walter Cook, Devoted Nieces; Torria (Jessie) Woodard, Cherita...

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