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Frances L. Gilley
Jan. 20, 2026
To Lisa, Larry, and Bobby, Mom was the steady heart of every day, and to her grandsons Jimmy and Timmy, 7 great grandchildren, and 6 great, great grandchildren, she was simply GG. Her calm voice and honest words guided each of us, and her loyal spirit held the family close. Born in Smithville,...
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...
Edith Fischer-Hardy
Jan. 18, 2026
Edith Fischer-Hardy, 102, entered Heaven on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, surrounded by many family members in Gallatin, TN. Born Edith Agnes Cunningham on October 28, 1923, in Hamblen County, KY, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ida Cunningham. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in...
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,...
Robert McKee
Jan. 16, 2026
Robert Jordan McKee age 89 of Hendersonville, TN passed away January 16, 2026. He was born November 04, 1936 to the late Grover and Mary Evelyn (Binkley) McKee. Robert is survived by Randal McKee, Brenda McGroom, Susie Robinson Hurst, James M Mckee and Grover and Thelma McKee. Robert enjoyed...
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...