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Hershel O'Neil Whitworth
Feb. 26, 2026
Hershel was first, last, and always a family man. He shared fifty-seven years of love and partnership with his wife, Lillian Whitworth, and he was endlessly proud of “his boys,” whose names he repeated with quiet pride at every turn. Our family circle feels different now that his steady presence...
Elizabeth Bilbrey
Feb. 25, 2026
Elizabeth Bilbrey August 23rd, 1963 - February 25th, 2026 Our family pauses today to celebrate Elizabeth Bilbrey, a cherished daughter of Clyde and Naomi Jones, both now at rest. She carried their gentle spirit forward as a loving wife to the late Timothy Bilbrey and as a steady guide to her...
Winona Linda Wilson
Feb. 25, 2026
Winona Linda Wilson, "Nonie" beloved mother, grandmother, friend, and cat enthusiast, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 25th at the age of 77. She leaves behind a legacy stitched together with laughter, creativity, and a deep appreciation for the simple beauty of the world around...
James David Frederick
Feb. 23, 2026
Celebrating the Road James Loved to Travel July 23rd, 1952 - February 23rd, 2026 We celebrate the beautiful life of James David Frederick, known simply as James or Fred. Born on July 23rd, 1952 in Nashville, TN, he grew into a funny, outgoing, friendly, and loving man whose energy filled every...
Mai Thi Tuyet Trieu
Feb. 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Trieu Thi Tuyet Mai Trieu Thi Tuyet Mai, 83, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026. Born on January 8, 1943, in Kien Giang Vietnam, she carried the rich traditions of her heritage with her throughout a life defined by devotion, creativity, and love. Mai was a woman of...
Wendy M. Chalfin
Feb. 23, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Wendy Greenwood Chalfin, who peacefully surrendered to the complications of Alzheimer’s on Monday, February 23, 2026, after a courageous four‑year battle. Wendy is lovingly survived by her husband, Bill Chalfin; her son, Daniel Cassella;...
Jacqueline Irene Hale
Feb. 17, 2026
Jacqueline Irene Hale, 77, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on February 17, 2026, at Tristar Skyline Medical Center. She was born on October 5, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Johnny and Peggy Hale, and was the granddaughter of W.C. Palmore and Nettie Irene Neeley. Jackie spent part of...
Anthony Shane McWhirter
Feb. 17, 2026
Celebrating the Bright Journey of Anthony Shane McWhirter July 15th, 1967 – February 17th, 2026 Anthony Shane McWhirter filled his days with classic rock riffs, Oakland Raiders scores, and the thrilling roar of NASCAR—always cheering loudest for Rusty Wallace. Even after Retinitis pigmentosa took...
Sue Dunnebacke Gunn
Feb. 16, 2026
A Life Rooted in Love – Sue Matthews Dunnebacke Gunn May 29th, 1933 – February 16th, 2026 Sue’s story is first and always about family. She carried the love of her late parents, Irby Gibson Matthews and Corinne Reeves Matthews, close to her heart and spent every day trying to pass that same care...
Norman Elvin Pauley
Feb. 14, 2026
Norman Elvin Pauley, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14th, 2026. Norman was born on September 28, 1934 in Charleston, WV, to his parents Tivis and Lora Pauley. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years Martha (Harrison) Pauley, foster-daughter, Tina Warpool, and...
Debora Nolen McHenry
Feb. 13, 2026
Debora Ann Nolen McHenry, of Donelson, passed away at home on February 13, 2026 at age 73, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born to W.T. and Hellon Nolen in Memphis, Debbie was a 1974 graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, with a degree in elementary education. In her long...
David Wayne Burchett Jr.
Feb. 12, 2026
For the last few days, I've been thinking about the life my cousin David Burchett lived. David and I started our journey together. We were the firstborns to very young mothers—essentially children raising children. Because of that, we were more like siblings than cousins. We lived those early...