Obituaries

Nashville, TN Obituaries

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

Dr. Hoyt King

Dr. Hoyt King

Dec 15, 2019

Lifelong Leader, Teacher, World-Traveler, Beloved Father, Grandfather, Uncle and Friend!On December 15, 2019, in the year of Our Lord, 2019, Dr. Hoyt Alexander King, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and faithful disciple of Our Savior, passed in his Nashville, Tennessee home. As the second-born son, of the union of Mr. Sam Jored King of Racourcci Island...

Carrie Gentry

Carrie Gentry

Dec 14, 2019

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the death of Carrie McLaughlin Gentry, on Saturday, December 14, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Howard Cornelius Gentry Sr. She is survived by her devoted children, Carol Gentry (Alfonso) Johnson and Howard C. Gentry Jr., both of Nashville; six grandchildren, Tracey Johnson...

Andy Culp

Andy Culp

Dec 9, 2019

Mr. Andy Eugene Culp, age 61 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, December 9, 2019. He is survived by mother, Sarah Culp; other relatives & friends. Please keep the family in your prayers.

Brandford Giddings, Sr.

Brandford Giddings, Sr.

Dec 9, 2019

Dr. Brandford Giddings, Sr.,Age 90, transitioned December 8, 2019 in New Port Richey, FL. Survived by sons, Brandford Giddings, Jr. and Randolph Giddings, Esq.; daughters, Candace Giddings Koney-Laryea, M.D. and Anette MacShine; son-in-law, Daniyal Koney-Laryea, M.D.; eight grandchildren; four sisters, Margaret Esdelle, Melba Spencer, Agnes Giddings and Vera (J'Arthur) Agostini; other relatives & friends. Family Visitation Saturday, December 21st from...

Gilbert Smith

Gilbert Smith

Dec 8, 2019

Age 87, departed this life Sunday, December 8, 2019 at University Hospital in Cleveland, OH with his wife by his side. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Doris Smith, who cared for him and was a devoted loving wife until the end. Daughter, Pamelia King, Nashville, TN; sons, Jeffrey Smith, Brooksville, Fl., Donald Smith, Nashville TN; stepchildren, Rufus...

Marjorie Weaver

Marjorie Weaver

Dec 8, 2019

Age 82, transitioned December 8, 2019. Survived by four daughters, Ruth (Neicy)Hobbs, Carol Spann, Darleene (Dwight) Beard and Tonya Fizer; eight grandchildren; sister, Nadine McCaulley; other relatives & friends Family will receive friends Sunday, December 15th from 2-5pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Monday, December 16th from 11am-12noon with funeral to follow at theTemple Church, 3810 Kings Lane with...

Winston Wilson

Winston Wilson

Dec 6, 2019

Age 78. The owner of Cahal Market in East Nashville transitioned Friday December 6, 2019. Public Viewing Friday, December 13th, from 3:00pm -6:00pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Saturday, December 14th from 11am-12noon with funeral to follow at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 949 T. S. Jackson Avenue. Interment Greenwood West Cemetery.

Barbara Askew

Barbara Askew

Dec 2, 2019

Barbara Ann Askew, age 74 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, December 2, 2019 at Tri Star Skyline Medical Center. She leaves a host of devoted family members and friends to cherish her memory.The completed obituary will be forthcoming. Please keep the family of Barbara Ann Askew in your thoughts and prayers.

Vivian Ray

Vivian Ray

Nov 30, 2019

Age 78, transitioned November 30, 2019. Survived by husband of 54 years, Thomas N. Ray; sister, Theresa (Wilkes) London; brother, Arthur Jr. (Barbara) Eaton; devoted sister in law, Lois Jean Mitchell; devoted nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends, Thursday, December 5th from 3:00pm -6:00 pm at Lewis & Wright. Family Visitation Friday, December 6th from...

Reinhard Schwarzer

Reinhard Schwarzer

Nov 29, 2019

Mr. Reinhard Schwarzer, age 68 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Friday, November 29, 2019.He is survived by family & friends. Please keep the family in your prayers.

Earl Webster

Earl Webster

Nov 28, 2019

Mr. Earl Thomas Webster was born on May 31, 1935 to the late William and LulaWebster in Campbellsville Kentucky. He departed this life on Thursday, November 28, 2019, surrounded by family at Skyline Medical Center, Nashville Tennessee.He was a member of the Pleasant Union Baptist Church. He served as a member of the armed forces U. S. Army and U....

Pearline Witherspoon

Pearline Witherspoon

Nov 27, 2019

Pearline Herron Witherspoon, age 86 of Nashville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at St. Thomas Midtown. She leaves to cherish her loving memories, two loving daughters, Patricia Branum (Willie) and Rita (Steig) McDonald, Nashville, TN; brother, Anderson (Sherid) Smith Jr., Napierville, IL; sisters, Merl Silveira, Carol A. Rogers, and Jacqueline Robinson, Mobile...

Sylvester Roland, Iii

Sylvester Roland, Iii

Nov 23, 2019

Mr. Sylvester Robert Roland, III Age 70 of LaVergne transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Saturday, November 23, 2019. He was preceded in death by parents, Sylvester Roland, Jr and Tamar Roland.He leaves to cherish his memories, beloved companion, Diane Batson Roland; daughters, Yolanda and Shenelle; son, Sedale; granddaughter, Yasmine; sisters, Jean (John) Phillips and Deborah Roland;...

John Woods

John Woods

Nov 21, 2019

John Edward Woods-Age 76, passed November 21, 2019. He leaves to cherish his memory daughter, Sonya Smith and Tracey Smith; son, Shaun (Demetria) Woods, all of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Kendra Thompson, La’nya Woods, Sarai Woods and Nicholas Smith; great grandchild, Michael Burton. Family and Friends Gathering on Monday, December 2nd from 5:00-7:00 pm at Lewis & Wright Funeral Home, 2500...

Yvonne Johnson

Yvonne Johnson

Nov 20, 2019

Yvonnee Thompson Johnson, Age 80, transitioned November 20, 2019. Survived by son, Philip Sylvester Booth, III; daughter, Tempest Yvonne (Scott) Hamilton; granddaughter, Courtney Yvonne Johnson; devoted niece, Deltina Braden; sisters, Evelyn Frierson, Paulette Cobbins, Deborah Alderson, Brenda Watts & Louise Thompson; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends and the Pearl High Alumni. Public viewing, Tuesday, Nov. 26th from 3-6pm...

Reverend Dr. Edward Bufford

Reverend Dr. Edward Bufford

Nov 18, 2019

Reverend Dr. Edward Eugene Bufford, Age 84, transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, November 18, 2019. Survived by daughter, Gwenoy B. Wood; other relatives & friends. Complete obituary forthcoming.It was Monday, November 18, 2019 when the Lord called his faithful servant home. Edward, (aka)-Mickey was born the first son to the late James Lawrence and Sallie...

Walter Cork, Jr.

Walter Cork, Jr.

Nov 12, 2019

Walter S. Cork, Jr., age 66 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Preceded in death by wife, Sherry Lynn Cork. Survived by children, Walter S. Cork III (Anthony) and LaCorya Baldon; 3 grandchildren; siblings, Valda Crosby and Zelphia Cobble. All Masonic Last Rites will be held Friday, November 15th begining at 7pm, Beech...

Shirley Bohannon

Shirley Bohannon

Nov 11, 2019

Shirley Ann Bohannon, age 58 transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life on Monday, November 11,. 2019. Survived by husband and daughter; other relatives and friends. Complete obituary forthcoming later. Please keep the entire Bohannon family in your thoughts and prayers.

About Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors Obituaries


Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors offers a collection of obituaries for Nashville, TN and Davidson County. With services throughout Nashville, Tennessee that are updated regularly. Find local Nashville, TN. obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.

Subscribe for Obituary Notifications

Get alerts when Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors posts tributes and  obituaries.

Please wait

Verifying your email address

Please wait

Unsubscribing your email address

You have been unsubscribed

You will no longer receive messages from our email mailing list.

You have been subscribed

Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list.

Something went wrong

There was an error verifying your email address. Please try again later, or re-subscribe.

A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.

Please wait

Verifying your email address

Please wait

Unsubscribing your email address

You have been unsubscribed

You will no longer receive messages from our email mailing list.

You have been subscribed

Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list.

Something went wrong

There was an error verifying your email address. Please try again later, or re-subscribe.

Subscribe for Obituary Notifications

Get alerts when Lewis & Wright Funeral Directors posts tributes and  obituaries.

Please wait

Verifying your email address

Please wait

Unsubscribing your email address

You have been unsubscribed

You will no longer receive messages from our email mailing list.

You have been subscribed

Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list.

Something went wrong

There was an error verifying your email address. Please try again later, or re-subscribe.

365 Days of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss

Please wait

Verifying your email address

Please wait

Unsubscribing your email address

You have been unsubscribed

You will no longer receive messages from our email mailing list.

You have been subscribed

Your email address has successfully been added to our mailing list.

Something went wrong

There was an error verifying your email address. Please try again later, or re-subscribe.