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Nashville, TN Obituaries

Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas

Anthony Richard Jolly

Anthony Richard Jolly

Oct 11, 2026

Anthony Jolly was born on April 7, 1967, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Charlie Jolly and Patricia Jolly (Brandon). He departed this life on Sunday, October 11, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories in the hearts of his beloved family and friends.

Anthony received his education through the Wilson County public school system, where he developed an early interest in working...

Sonja Dixon

Sonja Dixon

Oct 15, 2026

Sonja Dixon, age 47, transitioned on Thursday, October 15, 2026.  Please keep the Dixon family in your thoughts and prayers.  Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.

Geraldine T. White

Geraldine T. White

Oct 9, 2026

Geraldine T. White, age 94 transitioned on Friday, October 9, 2026. Survived by family and friends. Please keep the entire White family in your thoughts and prayers. Complete obituary forthcoming. 

Grover C. Thompson

Grover C. Thompson

Oct 9, 2026

Grover C. Thompson was born on January 19, 1942, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to Grover C. Thompson, Sr. and Juanita Thompson, and was welcomed into eternity on October 9, 2026.

Grover attended elementary and high school in the Tuscaloosa School System and graduated from Druid High School in 1959. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Tennessee State...

Reverend William C. Dobbins, II

Reverend William C. Dobbins, II

Oct 5, 2026

Reverend William C. Dobbins, II, affectionately known as “Bill,” was born on April 25, 1961, in Pensacola, Florida, to the late Reverend William C. Dobbins and the late Gwendolyn E. Dobbins. He departed this earthly life peacefully on October 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, compassion, and commitment to others.

Bill was educated in the Metropolitan Nashville Public...

Alvin Ensley

Alvin Ensley

Oct 4, 2026

Alvin Ensley transitioned on Sunday, October 4, 2026.  Please keep  the Ensley family in your thoughts and prayers.  Complete service arrangements will be announced soon.

Betty Eriamiatoe

Betty Eriamiatoe

Oct 3, 2026

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Eriamiatoe, a wife, an amazing mother, daughter, sister, and friend.

Betty was a beautiful soul whose life was defined by love, kindness, compassion, and the genuine care she showed to everyone around her. She carried a heart full of love and had a special way of...

Earline Beard

Earline Beard

Sep 21, 2026

Earline Beard was born, April 9, 1948, to the late Henry and Sallie Jackson in Nashville, TN. She went home to be with the Lord on September 21, 2026. Mother Earline Beard gave her life to Christ at an early age at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church under the late Reverend Levi Britt, later leadership under Reverend Dr. William R. Harris...

Dr. Michael Anthony Whitmon

Dr. Michael Anthony Whitmon

Sep 20, 2026

Dr. Michael Anthony Whitmon transitioned from this life on September 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his devoted family. Born on September 3, 1951, he was the cherished son of the late Dorothy Mae “Dot” Mallory Whitmon and Samuel Raymond “Coach Whit” Whitmon. He was also preceded in death by Katherine T. Whitmon and Francine Rose Whitmon. Michael received...

Dr. Patricia Mitchell

Dr. Patricia Mitchell

Sep 15, 2026

Dr. Patricia Mitchell, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, psychologist, and devoted community servant, completed her earthly journey on September 15, 2026.

A proud native of Nashville, Tennessee, Patricia was born to the late Archie and Fannie Mae Walker. She attended Meigs Middle Magnet School and Pearl High School, where she met the young man who would become the love...

Charles Herman Black

Charles Herman Black

Sep 14, 2026

Charles Herman Black, age 94 transitioned on Monday, September 14, 2026. Survived by family and friends. 

Roger “Rock” Williams

Roger “Rock” Williams

Sep 13, 2026

Roger “Rock” Williams, left earth for his eternal home on September 13, 2026. He was born on May 26,1946 to Theodore H., Sr. and Mary C. Williams,who proceeded him in death. He is also proceeded in death by his five brothers: Theodore H. Jr., James, Charles, Shearon, Paul and their only sister, Gloria.

Roger was educated in Nashville schools and started...

Pamela Y. Mays Smith

Pamela Y. Mays Smith

Aug 29, 2026

Pamela Yolanda Mays Smith was born on May 25, 1956, in Laurel, Mississippi, to Nebraska and Helen Moore Mays.

Pam spent her early years in Tallahassee, Florida, and Carbondale, Illinois. Her formative years were spent in Nashville, Tennessee, where she attended McKissack Elementary School in North Nashville, a historically significant school in the education of African American children.

Pam later attended Father...

Louis Howard Schuster, II

Louis Howard Schuster, II

Aug 19, 2026

Louis Howard Schuster, II (Lou) had a passion for learning and public purpose. He was an inspirational leader, international business strategist, entrepreneur, and community advocate. Lou peacefully passed away, August 19, 2026, in Point Richmond, California, surrounded by family, and left behind a profound legacy of service, empowerment, and meaningful impact on all who were blessed to know him.

Lou Schuster...

John Willie Holt, Sr.

John Willie Holt, Sr.

Aug 16, 2026

John Willie Holt, Sr. was born on January 6, 1944, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Willie Mae Crutcher and Robert Holt. He attended school in Nashville and went on to live a life centered around family, friendship, enjoyment, and faith.

John enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, serving the Creator, fishing, dancing, golfing, and spending time in the...

Barbara Law Middlebrooks

Barbara Law Middlebrooks

Aug 13, 2026

Barbara Law Middlebrooks, who entered into eternal rest on August 13, 2026. Barbara was born on October 7, 1946, to Leo and Emma B. Mitchell Law in Hartsville, Tennessee (Trousdale County). She was preceded in death by her son, Jason Leo Middlebrooks.

She professed Christ at an early age and was a member of Pilgrim Emmanuel Baptist Church (Tabernacle of Glory...

Roland Maurrice Jenkins, Sr.

Roland Maurrice Jenkins, Sr.

Aug 2, 2026

Roland Maurrice Jenkins, Sr. transitioned on Sunday, August 2, 2026.

Maurrice was preceded in death by his parents, Josephine and Fred D. Jenkins Sr.; his grandmother, August Reed; his beloved wife, Robin Jackman Jenkins; and his nephew, Frederico D. Jenkins.

His life, love, laughter, and memory will forever be cherished by his children, Ariel, Amiya, and Roland Jenkins Jr., Jonae and John...

Bishop James William Russell

Bishop James William Russell

Jul 31, 2026

Bishop James William Russell July 19, 1961-July 31, 2026. Born in Eagleville, TN. to Eugene & Mary Russell. He departed this earthly life on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN. 

James professed a hope in Christ at an early age at Temple Church under the leadership of Pastor Michael Graves which also lead to his calling to...

Ella Bee Pittman

Ella Bee Pittman

Jul 13, 2026

Ella Bee Pittman was born October 10, 1936, in Dickson County. She was the oldest of seven children born to James Boyd and Altha Elizabeth Collier Boyd. She departed this life on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville Tennessee.

Ella Bee was raised in North Nashville and proudly attended the illustrious Pearl High School. To countless children in...

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