Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
Walter Lee Hunt, Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
Walter Lee Hunt, Sr., age 87 transitioned on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Walter Hunt never met a stranger. If you were in a room with Walter, he would greet you and engage you in a genuine conversation that came with a smile, a funny remark, and a positive word.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, to Samuel and Clara (née Miles) Hunt, and fondly...
Jacqueline Michelle Johnson
Jun 20, 2026
Jacqueline Michelle Roddy Johnson was born on April 26, 1971, to her loving parents, Jacqueline and Albert Charles Roddy.
She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Montoya Natalie Moore, whose memory she carried in her heart always.
Michelle's love for travel began early in life, inspired by her father's military career. At just eight months old, she embarked on her...
Robert (Tyrone) Ezell, Sr.
Jun 23, 2026
Robert (Tyrone) Ezell, Sr., age 66 transitioned on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his beautiful loving mother, Betty R. Dean and father, Sammie Lee Ezell.
Survived by loving, devoted and compassionate soulmate, the former Carmela Renee Douglas; heavy hearts three truly devoted and loving children: son, Robert Tyrone “Bubba” Ezell, Jr.; loving and devoted daughters, Kimberly Nicole...
Rosetta Miller Perry
Jun 26, 2026
The Tennessee Tribune family mourns the passing of its founder, publisher and chief executive officer, Rosetta Miller Perry, who passed away Friday, June 26, 2026. She was 91.
A trailblazing publisher, civil rights pioneer and entrepreneur, Miller-Perry dedicated her life to ensuring the stories, achievements and voices of Tennessee’s African American community were told with accuracy, dignity and purpose. Before founding...
Dr. Ira Thompson
Jun 25, 2026
Dr. Ira Thompson transitioned on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Please keep the Thompson family in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Frederick Robertson
Jun 25, 2026
Frederick Robertson transitioned on Thursday, May 25, 2026. Please keep the Robertson family in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Judith Johnson
Jun 15, 2026
Judith Johnson transitioned on Monday, June 15, 2026. Please keep the Johnson and Frierson families in your thoughts and prayers. Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.
Bettye G. Otey
Jun 11, 2026
Mrs. Bettye Stewart Otey was born on April 19, 1934, in Greenville, South Carolina, to Preston Elliott Stewart and Blondel W. Stewart. She was blessed with one brother, Preston E. Stewart, Jr.
Bettye began her educational journey in Greenville, attending Sterling High School before relocating with her family to Nashville, Tennessee. There, she continued her studies at Pearl High School, from...
Entwyn Burns
Jun 4, 2026
Mr. Entwyn “Tony” “Dread” Burns, age 52, departed this life suddenly on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
Entwyn was born on November 10, 1973, in West Chester, Pennsylvania, to Helen Marie Burns and Robert Charles Hardin. He attended public schools in his community and later pursued training in welding, establishing a career in...
Patricia Anne Bell
May 26, 2026
Patricia Anne Bell, affectionately known to many as “Grandmama,” was born on May 11, 1946, to the late Perry Travis and Ida Woodard. She was the only child and was loved immensely by her family members. She transitioned into eternal life on May 26, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandmother, Emma Woodard Johnson. Patricia was...
Elaine Vaughn Poole
May 25, 2026
Elaine Vaughn Poole was born to Elizabeth Odom and Clarence Vaughn on September 15, 1952, in Nashville, TN. She graduated from Pearl High School, class of 1970. Elaine worked for many years and retired from the Lentz Metropolitan Public Health Department.
After retirement, Elaine worked for several more years as a Sitter for Vanderbilt Home Health. Elaine was a long-serving member...
Ola Gertrude Hudson
May 25, 2026
A Life of Purpose, Education, and Grace
Ola Gertrude Hudson, a pillar of the Nashville community, a dedicated educator, and a woman of profound faith and service, peacefully entered into eternal rest on May 25, 2026.
Early Life and Foundation
Born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee, Ola was the seventh of nine children born to Benjamin and Rachael Tarrant Hudson. All eight siblings...
Adrianne Latrice Austin
May 23, 2026
Adrianne Latrice Austin was born on January 19, 1985, in Nashville, Tennessee, at Baptist Hospital (now Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown), to her loving parents, Linda Boyd Austin of Nashville, Tennessee, and Steven Austin of Memphis, Tennessee. Adrianne departed this life unexpectedly on May 26, 2026, at the age of 41, leaving behind a legacy of intellect, compassion, generosity, and unwavering...
Darrian Elijah Talley
May 22, 2026
Darrian Elijiah Talley was born on November 20, 2007 to Crissianna Brooks and Darryl Talley in Nashville, TN. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Shirley Parker and grandfathers, Karlos Reynolds and Lee “Papa Lee” Anthony.
He was educated in Metro Nashville Public Schools. He graduated from Academy Hickory Hollow High School. He was accepted to numerous colleges to attend...
Mary E. Jernigan
May 19, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Jernigan, was born April 28, 1950 in Cross Plains, Tn. She departed this life on May 19, 2026 at St. Thomas Midtown Hospital, Nashville, Tn. Mary was preceded in death by her parents John Russell Jernigan and Eva Nell Scharklet- Jernigan. Also preceding her in death: sister Mattie V Jernigan-Hutchens and brother Oscar L. Jernigan. Mary accepted Jesus...
Regina Faye Fuller Hawkins
May 18, 2026
On May 18, 2026, Regina Faye Fuller Hawkins transitioned from this earthly existence back to the Eternal Essence. She passed peacefully from preexistences and was pronounced by physicians at 8:16 a.m. central. She is survived by Pompey LeCardo Hawkins (only Child), whom she shared with Pompeii LeCardo Hawkins (former Husband). She is also survived by Demica Darná Hawkins (Daughter-in-Law) and...
Dr. Nebraska Mays
May 18, 2026
Greatness is an abstract noun. Nebraska B. Mays was an exemplar of this attribute in terms of his actions, his deeds and his contributions to humanity. It was his theory that one must “dream”…and make “thoughts”…his “aim”.
Nebraska was born on September 10, 1930 in Laurel, Mississippi to Willie and Lillie Lancaster Mays, who provided a nurturing environment. He spent his...
Edward Louis Jones
May 16, 2026
Mr. Edward Louis Jones was born on March 30, 1940, in Ardmore, Tennessee, to the late Mr. Edward and Mrs. Jimmie Lou Jones. He was the youngest child born to their union.
Edward was also preceded in death by his grandchild, Ervin Eugene Sweat, Jr; siblings, Sallie Will Frierson of Cleveland, OH., Joe D. Abernethy of Indianapolis, In ; and James...
Timothy Clark
May 16, 2026
Timothy Clark was born on December 29, 1944, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Mildred and James Clark. He peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday morning, May 16, 2026. The youngest of Mildred’s two children, Tim spent much of his early childhood in Franklin County with his beloved grandparents, Nelson and Clara Simmons, where he was affectionately known by the...
Mary B. Lanier
May 13, 2026
Mary B. Lanier age 90, transitioned on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Preceded in death by husband, William R. Lanier; parents, Thomas and Mary Braden; brother, Lonnie Braden; and sister, Frances Lanier.
Survived by son, Joel Lanier, daughter, Lynn Odom and grandchildren, Kevin and Erika Bond.,
