Obituaries
Kenneth Paul Hoppes
Feb 4, 2024
Kenneth Paul Hoppes, a loving father, brother and grandfather, passed away on February 4, 2024. Born on January 4, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Paul Hoppes and Eula Elizabeth Hollifield Hoppes.
Kenneth graduated from Harris High School in Spruce Pine, North Carolina in 1963. In 1965, Kenneth began his military service as he proudly joined...
Doris Walden
Jan 28, 2024
Doris Walden, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love. She was born on January 25, 1925, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas W. Butler and Alice Virginia Giles Butler.
Doris had a vivacious personality that touched the lives of all who knew her. She was...
David Baird Gaines
Jan 21, 2024
David Baird Gaines, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 21, 2024, in Greenbrier, Tennessee. He was born on October 14, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Carleton and Florence Donaldson Gaines.
David led a remarkable life, leaving a lasting impact on those who the privilege of knowing him. He dedicated his career to serving others and made...
Theresa Ann Ragland
Jan 21, 2024
Theresa Ann Ragland, 68, of Cottontown, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Born October 4, 1955, in Fountain Head, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Delano Roosevelt Casteel and Janie Louise Bradley Casteel.
Theresa loved her Lord and was a member of Portland Road Church of Christ. She was...
Carol Ann Boner
Jan 20, 2024
Ms. Carol Ann Boner, age 78, of Goodlettsville, passed away on January 20, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 30, 1945 in Nashville, TN to the late Robert Leroy and Mary Elizabeth Baker. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Vickie Boner; and one sister, Linda Henry.
Carol is survived by...
John Robert Evans, Jr.
Jan 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Robert Evans, Jr., on January 19, 2024, in Brentwood, Tennessee. John was born on October 22, 1945, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to the late John R. Evans, Sr., and the late Lorraine Lowry Evans. John leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity that will be remembered by all who had the privilege of...
James Patrick Boyle
Jan 18, 2024
James Patrick Boyle, a skilled mechanic of 41 years passed away on January 18, 2024.
He was born on August 28, 1974, in Nashville. His mechanical expertise and dedication to his craft left a lasting impact. James was known for his great sense of humor, which brought joy and laughter to those around him. Although he could be stubborn at times, his...
Randall Thomas Warren
Jan 18, 2024
Randall Thomas “Randy” Warren, 63, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024. Born October 26, 1960, in Indianapolis, Indiana, he was the son of the late Dewey Wayne Warren and Barbara Jean Dalton Warren.
Mr. Warren served his country proudly in the United States Air Force. After the service, Randy went to work at the Nashville Thermal Transfer...
Milton "Gordon" Tanksley
Jan 14, 2024
Milton “Gordon” Tanksley, 93, of Madison, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Born May 22, 1930, in Nashville, he was the son of the late Gordon B. Tanksley and Novella Hooberry Tanksley.
Gordon attended Cumberland High School. He also served his country proudly in the United States Army. He was a member of Jackson Park...
Roberta Wynn
Jan 13, 2024
Ms. Roberta Wynn, age 79, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 19, 1944 in San Diego, CA to the late Robert and Frances Thomas. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle Shane; two great grandchildren, Boone Wynn and Zoe Bergonzi; and one...
Danielle Reigh Ashworth
Jan 9, 2024
Danielle Reigh Ashworth, a loving and kind individual with a huge heart, unexpectedly passed away on January 9, 2024, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She was born on December 12, 1983, in Nashville, Tennessee.Danielle attended White House High School before graduating from Smyrna High School as part of the class of 2002.
One of Danielle's many beautiful qualities was her genuine love...
Billy Joe Coffelt
Jan 9, 2024
Billy Joe Coffelt, a dedicated roofer for over 20 years, has passed away at the age of 69. Born in Nashville on August 3, 1954, Billy was known for his sense humor and love of comic relief, constantly regaling those around him with his jokes. If he wasn't teasing and poking fun at you, chances are he didn't quite...
Jack Swift
Jan 7, 2024
The family of Jack Clay Swift sadly announces his death in Mt. Juliet, TN, on January 7, 2024, at the age of 85.
Jack was born in Cedar Hill, TN in 1938, to Willie Edgar Swift and Avo Swift. He worked at and retired from Nashville Metro Water Services. He raised a son, with whom he enjoyed long talks...
Ruby Donnell "Donnie" Callis
Jan 5, 2024
Ruby Donnell “Donnie” Callis, 83, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024. Born February 6, 1940, in Nashville, she was the daughter of the late Fred Donald Anderson and Ruby Adell Brown Anderson.
Donnie enjoyed Friday afternoons with her husband, Clarence. She loved motorcycle rides and frequent trips to Florida. Donnie was a woman of Christian...
Jeffrey Lynn Owen
Jan 4, 2024
Jeffrey Lynn Owen, 73, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024 in Gallatin. Born April 13, 1950, in Franklin, Kentucky, he was the son of the late David Reed Owen and Muriel Dean “Penny” Pennington Owen.
He is survived by his children David Owen, Tracey Sweeney, Elizabeth Owen, John Owen, and their families.
Mr. Owen served his...
Carlos E. Broadway
Jan 3, 2024
Carlos E. Broadway, 93, of White House, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 in Nashville. Born August 25, 1930, in Athens, Alabama, he was the son of the late John Henry Broadway and Alice Lee Goolsby Broadway.
Carlos served his country proudly as a Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. Upon leaving the military, he worked...
Marion Elaine Blaylock
Jan 1, 2024
Marion "Elaine" Blaylock, 72, of Goodlettsville, passed away on January 1, 2024 in Nashville. Born December 29, 1951, in Rome, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Billy Marion Ingram and Adell Cochran Ingram.
Elaine was retired from the state of Tennessee where she worked as a computer analyst for the Department of Children's Service. She was a woman...
Sheryl Ann Brinkley
Dec 29, 2023
Ms. Sheryl Ann Brinkley, age 70, of Nashville, passed away on December 29, 2023 at her home. She was born on March 24, 1953 to the late Robert and Dorothy Brinkley. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by sister, Robbie LaSalle Brinkley; and a host of other family members.
She is survived by her sister, Dawn...
Raymond Dean Gates
Dec 26, 2023
Raymond Dean Gates, a beloved member of Madison, TN, passed away on December 26, 2023, at the age of 62. He was born on December 23, 1961, in Clarksville, Tennessee to his loving mother, Connie Diane Sisk Gates and father, Ray Gates.Raymond had a vibrant personality and was known for his quick wit and sense of humor. He brought joy...
Joseph Oliver "Jody" McGehee
Dec 26, 2023
Jody McGehee passed away surrounded by loved ones following complications of cardiac arrest. He is survived by his love, Stacey Jackson, his parents, Jeanne and Lannie McGehee, his brother and sister in law, Ryan and Charlena (Aumiller) McGehee, his nieces, Roxanna and Carolynna McGehee, and by Ciara Jackson, for whom Jody loved as a granddaughter. His aunt and uncles, Sharon...
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