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Barry Gaines Jones
Jan. 19, 2026
Born on Christmas Eve in Nashville, TN, Barry Gaines Jones made every birthday a double holiday. From his first steps he leaned toward open fields, wide trails, and bright family gatherings. Those simple joys shaped a life summed up best in one line: hardworking and supportive husband and father...
Joan Ferguson Bolster
Jan. 17, 2026
We celebrate the beautiful life of Joan Ferguson Bolster, born in Nashville, Tennessee, and passing in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Family remember her as a family-oriented, adventurous, and classy lady whose sense of joy filled every room. She loved cheering for UT football and the Tennessee Titans,...
Linda Darnell Kirkpatrick
Jan. 16, 2026
Linda Kirkpatrick (Houdeshell) was born March 7, 1945 in Nashville, TN. She was raised in Madison, TN where she attended Madison First Baptist Church. She also attended Stratton Elementary and Madison High School. Along with her parents, Ewing Houdeshell and Billie Fivash, she was preceded in...
Carolyn T. Stewart
Jan. 15, 2026
Carolyn T. Stewart, 89, passed away on Thursday, January 15 2026. She was born to the late Walter & Bertie Atwood Turner on December 12th, 1936. Mrs. Stewart faithfully attended Beacon Baptist Church and Trinity Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir. Along with her parents, she is...
Vivian Joyce Burnett
Jan. 14, 2026
Vivian Joyce Burnett, 90, of Hermitage passed away on Wednesday, January 14th. Born to James E. Blackwell and Aileen Campbell Blackwell on November 25th, 1935, Vivian remained in Nashville where she would grow both her career and her family. Vivian proudly worked with Genesco of Nashville for...
Kenneth Melvin Blackwell
Jan. 13, 2026
Kenneth Melvin Blackwell was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on February 13, 1961, to Melvin and Brenda Blackwell, who welcomed their son with joy and pride. He is preceded in death by his parents and by his brother, Kevin Blackwell. Fondly known as “Hammerhead,” Kenneth earned the nickname for his...
Wesley John Moore
Jan. 13, 2026
Wesley John Moore, age 72, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at Lakeshore/The Meadows in Nashville, TN. Born August 28, 1953, to John B. Moore, Jr. and Thelma Binkley Moore. Wesley was a proud graduate of David Lipscomb High School and University. His profession was performing security...
Linda Fay Hall
Jan. 11, 2026
Linda Fay Hall, longtime Memphis resident, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on February 8, 1952. Linda was a devoted mother, grandmother, educator, and woman of faith. Known by many affectionate names — Little Linda, Ms. Linda, Mom, and Grammy —...
William Herbert Wiles
Jan. 10, 2026
We gather to celebrate the beautiful life of Bill Wiles, a generous man with a kind heart. His story is one of energy, friendship, and steady loyalty. Born on August 5th, 1941, in Nashville, TN, Bill spent his early years surrounded by the rhythm of the city he would always call home. That...
Jennifer Birdwell
Jan. 08, 2026
Jennifer Birdwell, age 51, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on January 8, 2026. She was born in Nashville, Tennessee on June 14, 1974. Jennifer is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Michael Ryan Birdwell; daughter, Kailee Birdwell; and son, Cameron Birdwell; mother, Janet...
Margarita Dominguez Rodriguez
Jan. 08, 2026
El 8 de enero de 2026, Margarita Domínguez Rodríguez falleció a las 12:36 p. m., rodeada de sus hijos. Margarita nació el 17 de octubre de 1958 en Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, México. Nos reunimos en familia para recordar a Margarita Domínguez Rodríguez, el alma de tantas cenas y abrazos. Su amor se...
Zelma Alene Fudge
Jan. 07, 2026
On January 7, 2026 at the age of 98, Zelma Fudge passed away on Northern Virginia. She leaves her son, David Stuart Fudge and Ginny of Falls Church, VA; sister, Mildred and Bobby Mullins of Nashville, TN and nephews and nieces, Larry and Marsha Mullins of Nashville, TN, Kenneth and Kim Mullins of...