Obituaries

Mar 15, 2026

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Mar 14, 2026

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Mar 13, 2026

Donna Lou Board age 86 of Nashville, Tennessee passed away Friday, March 13, 2026 after a short battle wit cancer. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Beulah Dye, sister, Shirley Greathouse and brothers, James and Roger Dye.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories her husband, James Board, of Nashville, daughter, Scarlett (James) Grant, grandson, Tyler(Sophia) Ashley, Los...

Mar 11, 2026

Byrone Darine Marshall, Sr., departed this life on March 11, 2026. He was born on December 11, 1971, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Deborah Marshall and Michael Sullivan, Sr.

At a young age, Byrone joined Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Herbert Brown. His grandmother, the late Peaches Manning, lovingly reared him and played a...

Mar 8, 2026

Willie Jean Smith-Smotherman, born Willie Jean Murray on December 12, 1937, in Nashville, Tennessee, was a woman whose life reflected faith, strength, creativity, and deep love for her family and community. From an early age, she possessed a spirit of generosity and compassion that would define the way she lived her life. If you knew Willie Jean, you knew that...

Mar 7, 2026

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Mar 7, 2026

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Mar 6, 2026

Daphne Denise Cox Combs was born November 6, 1963, in Tachikawa, Japan to the union of Hugh and Ruth Teague Cox. Daphne answered her call and went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 6, 2026, at West Tennessee Medical Center in Paris, Tennessee.

Daphne accepted Christ in her life at an early age and was a faithful member...

Mar 5, 2026

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Mar 3, 2026

The world grew a little dimmer on March 3, 2026, when Lavoy Sales exchange this earthly life for eternal peace. Though his passing was sudden, it was peaceful, and while his time now feels heartbreakingly short, his impact was nothing short of amazing. Born on July 10, 1970, in Nashville, Tennessee. to the late Mai Helen Shelton and John L....

Mar 3, 2026

The life of Roger W. Evans Sr. known to his family as “Wesley,” was born on February 3, 1945, in Nashville, TN to the late Mary and Roosevelt Evans.

In his early years he joined Tabernacle Baptist Church under the pastorate of his father, the late Rev Roosevelt Evans. He was active in the church, and he sang in the choir.

On...

Mar 2, 2026

Myles Clifton Hunter, affectionately known as “The Great One,” was born on August 4, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee to his devoted mother, Liddie May Hunter Braddy, and his father, Monroe Hunter, Sr. He was also lovingly raised by his stepfather, Percy Braddy, who played an important role in his life. He departed this life on March 2, 2026, at St....

Mar 1, 2026

Ray Anthony Reagon, born on March 29, 1956, was the beloved son of James Easley and Gertrude Reagon. Ray graduated from Glencliff High School and later served his country in the United States Navy. After completing his military service, he returned home to Nashville, where he built a life through dedication and hard work as a certified plumber.

Ray was a...

Feb 28, 2026

James Washington affectionately known as "Tommy" was born July 13, 1940, to the late Mr. James & Alberta Washington of Pulaski, Tennessee. He was one of four children born to this union.

He attended Cameron High School upon the family's relocation to Nashville, Tennessee. Tommy played on the basketball team and enjoyed attending all sporting events. He was a proud member...

Feb 26, 2026

Charlotte Oldham Matlock was born January 15, 1959, in Nashville, Tennessee. To the union of Charles Williamson and Clydine Tibbs. This sweet life came to an end on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at her residence in Nashville, Tennessee.

Charlotte was educated in the Nashville Davidson County Schools. She was married to Edward Matlock on January 14, 1983.

She was employed by Donaldson...

Feb 25, 2026

Reverend Elizabeth Sullivan Graham was born in Nashville, Tennessee on December 4, 1946, to the late Reverend James S. Sullivan and Mamie Ruth Streeter Sullivan. Elizabeth was the sixth out of nine children from this union. She was proceeded in death by her parents, 7 of her siblings, and her son, Michael. Elizabeth was a devoted mother and wife of...

Feb 24, 2026

Vernita Diane Sampson was the firstborn child welcomed into the world by Andrew and Louvinia Sherrod on April 13, 1950.

She received her early education through the Shelby County School System, graduating from Booker T. Washington High School in Memphis in 1969. She attended Shelby State Community College where she earned her 2-year nursing degree, and later furthered her education to...

Feb 22, 2026

Ms. Tela S. Vaughn was born February 8, 1985 to Mrs. Ruthie Johnson and James W. Vaughn in Nashville, TN. She departed this life on February 22, 2026. God saw fit to call her to rest.

Tela accepted Christ in her heart at an early age and was baptized under the leadership of Pastor Andrew Mathis of New Hope MB Church...

Feb 22, 2026

With heavy hearts yet grateful spirits, we celebrate the life and legacy of Mrs. Lucy Mae Robinson, who entered eternal rest on February 22, 2026, at the age of 78—just days before her 79th birthday.

Born on February 25, 1947, in Covington, Tennessee, to the late Clara B. Walker and Willie Walker, Lucy was a woman whose life radiated faith, strength,...

Feb 18, 2026