Obituaries
Nashville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Nashville, Davidson County TN. and the surrounding areas
Wiley Bryant Parks
Aug 27, 2020
Wiley B. Parks was a native of Grand Junction, Tennessee. He was born on April 27, 1956 to the Late Louise Parks. On Thursday, August 27, 2020 he embarked on his journey to his final resting place. He was preceded in death by his mother Louise Parks, sister Rosetta Parks, brothers, Robert Parks and Lennard Parks and special cousins, Van...
Barbara L. Taylor
Aug 26, 2020
Barbara Louise Taylor was born April 9, 1939, in Nashville, Tennessee, to James and Mary Elizabeth Taylor. Her parents preceded her in death. Barbara moved into Eternity, suddenly Wednesday, August 26, 2020.Barbara became a member of St. Vincent dePaul Catholic Church at an early age. She was a faithful communicant until her passing. She was devoted to her children, loved...
Dexter Brian Moragne
Aug 24, 2020
Dexter Bryan Moragne, age 39 August 24, 2020. Teacher in the Metro Davidson County School System. Dexter leaves to mourn his passing son, Dr. Dexter (Rita) Moragne; brother, Brandon Moragne, a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Sunday Aug 30, 2020 Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors 4 to 6pm. Visitation Monday, Aug 31, 2020 R S Lewis & Sons...
Reverend Dr. Elijah Earl Mcgee
Aug 24, 2020
The Reverend Dr. Elijah Earl McGee, 71, entered eternal rest on Monday, August 24, 2020. Elijah was born December 25, 1948, in Hattiesburg, MS, to John Charles Sr. and Olivia Clemons McGee, who preceded him in death. Two sisters also preceded him in death, Jacqueline Moore and Jean McGee.Elijah graduated from L.J. Rowan High School in Hattiesburg; Tougaloo College (B.A....
Olivia P. Blackman
Aug 24, 2020
Olivia Pope Blackman was born on September 6, 1934 in Madison County, Alabama, to Jessie Mae (Hawk) and Otha Pope. She was the youngest daughter (Babysister) of five children. She was preceded in death by her two sisters, Ada Belle Parker, Hazel Stewart, and niece, Vickie Betts and nephew, Dewayne L. Pope.Olivia grew up in Nashville (with some summers spent...
Mary G. Ray
Aug 24, 2020
Mary (Dora) Gardner Ray 95, transitioned to be with the Lord August 24, 2020 at Green Hills Rehabilitation Center after a short illness. She was born January 1, 1925 to the late Willie andLeola Gardner of Toney Alabama and attended the public school system of Madison County, Alabama. The eldest of 11 children, she will be remembered for her leadership,...
Beverly S. Ewing
Aug 22, 2020
Beverly was 81 years old when he passed away in his home in Nashville,TN. He was born to parents, now deceased, Scott Ewing and Anne Fitzgerald Ewing and he passed into eternal life on August 22, 2020. He precedes his only daughter Pamela Ewing King from deceased wife Alberta Ewing. He served in Spruce Street Baptist Church, in Nashville, TN...
Oletha Dawn Phillips
Aug 21, 2020
Oletha Dawn Phillips affectionately known as “Baby Doll” was born April 9th, 1970 in Nashville, Tennessee. On Friday August 21st, 2020, she entered into eternal rest.Oletha Dawn leaves to cherish her memory, mother Odessa Settles, Father John (Jean) Phillips, Sr., devoted brother John (Danielle)Phillips, Jr., stepsister Regina (Derrick) Fleming; devoted aunt Eleanor Reece; Uncles Michael (Yvonne) Phillips, Robert (Helen) Settles,...
Gregory Mitchell Reeves
Aug 20, 2020
Gregory M. Reeves (affectionately known as Greg) was born on January 29, 1960 to Ruth Vonner and Mitchell Reeves in Indianapolis, Indiana. He departed for his heavenly home on August 20, 2020. Greg was preceded in death by his, father, Mitchell Reeves, son, Antonio Reeves, and stepfather, Fred Langford.Greg was raised in a loving Christian home. Upon moving to Nashville,...
Ricky B. Davidson
Aug 18, 2020
On Tuesday, August 18, 2020, Ricky Davidson was beckoned from this earth to joyfully transition into the arms of Jesus, his Savior and Lord. Preceding him in death were his parents, Robert and Beula Mai (Jones) Davidson, and son Robert Derrick Davidson.Rick, as he was affectionately called, was born on November 6, 1951 in Nashville, Tennessee and was the younger...
Hattie Louise Burns
Aug 15, 2020
Hattie Louise Burns, made her transition Saturday, August 15, 2020. Hattie was born to Johnnie Barthell Burns and Mattie Cornelius.Hattie was a proud and devout member of the Schrader Lane Church of Christ. She was a well-known cosmetologist and procured a strong city-wide clientele which authenticated her skill and abilities.Hattie was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Paul D....
Ronald Wayne Norfleet
Aug 14, 2020
Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Norfleet, Sr., age 72, was granted his Angel Wings late on the morning of August 14th, 2020. Ronnie was born on August 16th, 1947, in Hopkinsville, KY, as the youngest of 5 children to Clyde and Dora Norfleet. His family later moved to Nashville, TN, where, in 1965, Ronnie graduated from Pearl High School as an outstanding...
Robert Lee Pillow, Jr.
Aug 13, 2020
Robert (Bobby) Lee Pillow Jr. was born in Nashville, TN on June 11, 1945 to Robert and Louise Pillow Sr.After graduating from Pearl High School, he joined the U.S. Army and later served many years helping others as a General Contractor. He had a passion for carpentry, automotive and most of all he loved the Lord. One of his favorite...
Glorideen E. Mccullough Turner
Aug 12, 2020
Glorideen “Gloria” Elizabeth McCullough Turner was born April 12, 1935 in Nashville, TN to the late Thomas A. McCullough and Elizabeth McCullough Eldridge. She entered into eternal life August 12, 2020. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Orlando Turner, Sr. and brother, Thomas R. McCullough. Glorideen married the love of her life Orlando Turner, Sr., July 25,...
Macie Elaine Pope Pryor
Aug 11, 2020
Macie Elaine Pope Pryor was born December 24, 1951, in Nashville Tennessee. She was the seventh of eight children born to the union of Hammond Eugene and Eva Mai Kellum Pope. She entered into rest on August 11, 2020 at Alive Hospice.Macie accepted Christ at an early age and united with Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church. She is a graduate of...
George Thomas Hardy
Aug 8, 2020
George was born in Marshall County, Tennessee to the late Pearl and Hubert Hardy. He moved to Nashville, Tennessee with his family at a young age. He attended Nashville Public Schools and retired from the Metro Water Department after 43 years of service. He professed his faith in Christ as a young man and joined with Joywood Church of Christ.He...
Rubye Virgina Langdon
Aug 3, 2020
Rubye was born August 27, 1929, to the union of the late Alton and Maggie Davis. One sister, Martha also proceeded her in death.She united in Holy Matrimony to the late Jimmie Lee Langdon. To this union their daughter, Albertina was born.Rubye was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher and great friend to many. She taught for over 40...
Walter Clyde Odom, Iii
Jul 30, 2020
Walter C. Odom, III transitioned into eternal life Thursday, July 30, 2020. He was born at Andrews Air Force Base Hospital in Clinton, Maryland to Walter C. Odom, Jr. and Gertrude B. Odom on October 18, 1970. He grew up in Ft. Washington, Maryland, attended community public schools and graduated with high honors from Oxon Hill High School in Oxon...
Dahlia B. Parker
Jul 28, 2020
Dahlia Batson Parker was born to the late Repps Batson and Lena Carney Batson on February 4, 1927 in Clarksville Tennessee. She was the youngest of four daughters. Three sisters have preceded her in death, Errnestine Denkins, Permatis Jones and Folia Harris. She transitioned into Glory Tuesday July 28, 2020. Her late husband of 63 years Leslie Mitchell Parker preceded...
Donnell Maurice Hanyard
Jul 27, 2020
Donnell Hanyard transitioned on July 27, 2020.Donnell grew up in Gary Indiana and went to Rosevelt High School. He lived in Nashville, Tennessee where he was a Pharmaceutical Tech. He enjoyed allsports and coached his, son in baseball and basketball. He always made sure Levi knew his roots of Black history, and always instilled life skills to him. He loved...
