Obituaries
Michael Tharpe
Feb 5, 2025
Mr. Michael O’Neil Tharpe was born November 27, 1962, to the parents of Odell and Wanda Faye Tharpe in Paris, Tennessee. Michael’s courageous life came to an end when God called him to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 9:20 pm.
Michael accepted Christ and was baptized at Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Puryear Tennessee under the...
Darrell Shull
Feb 5, 2025
Mr. Darrell Eugene Shull was born September 4, 1958, in Nashville, Tennessee to the union of James Eugene Shull and Roberta Batey Shull. He departed this peaceful life on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at his residence in Nashville, Tennessee.
Darrell was educated in the Nashville Davidson County Public Schools. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a Christian.
Darrell was...
Winston Shaw, Sr.
Feb 4, 2025
Winston McKinley Shaw Sr. was born April 13, 1942, to the union of Henry Lee Shaw and Alma Simmons Shaw in Carroll County, MS. He was the third oldest out of that union.
After his father’s untimely death, his mother moved the family to Clarksdale, MS to be closer to her parents. Christian principles were installed by his mother and grandparents...
Stephen Green
Feb 2, 2025
We come together today to say our final farewells to Stephen Green. He was affectionately known to his friends and family as Steve. At this time let’s reflect on the profound impact Steve had on our lives. Stephen Green was a guiding light, a source of strength, comfort, and unwavering support. Steve’s love knew no bounds, and his wisdom was...
Melvin Leroy Richardson
Feb 2, 2025
Melvin Leroy Richardson was born to Dr. Henry & Mrs. Thelma Marie Walton-Richardson on July 5, 1949, in Nashville, TN. Melvin, a beloved father, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed awayFebruary 2, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and unwavering faith. He was deeply cherished by his family, friends, and all privileged to know him.A proud 1967 graduate...
Sylvia Jean Lawson
Jan 29, 2025
Ms. Sylvia Jean Lawson was born November 4, 1953, to the late Major and Elizabeth Potter of Pulaski, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Billy, Charles, Carl and James Potter, four sisters, Elizabeth Muse, Lucille Terrell, Everlena and Mary Potter.
Sylvia confessed a hope in Christ and accepted Him as he Lord and...
Mary Johnson
Jan 29, 2025
Mary D. Johnson was born November 29, 1956, in Nashville, Tennessee; she departed her life on January 29, 2025. She was the daughter of the late William Gabriel and Willie Mae Gabriel. She attended school in the Davidson County school system graduate of Cohn High School in 1974.
She was Baptized April 1976 in Richmond, VA. in February 2020 she joined...
Violet Harrison-Offutt
Jan 29, 2025
Ms. Violet “Baby” Harrison Offutt affectionately known to all as “Baby” was born January 14, 1951, to the late Edward and Violet Harrison. She was the fourth of seven children born to this union. She professed a faith in Christ at an early age and attended Metro Davidson County Schools. Baby was employed at Westside Hospital where she was a...
Thearson Devan Carver
Jan 29, 2025
Thearson (Terry) Devan Carver was born November 20, 1964, in Bowling Green, KY to the late Helen Ruth Carver and Rolanda (Tiggy) Caise. He departed this earthly life on January 29, 2025. Lovingly known to his family and friends as Terry, his life was marked by kindness, quiet strength, and an unwavering love for those around him. His gentle demeanor...
Gerald Boyd Johnson
Jan 28, 2025
Mr. Gerald Boyd Johnson was born August 5, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was the 2nd bundle of joy for his parents John Lewis and Mary Elizabeth Johnson.
Gerald was a member of Cleveland Street Baptist Church in Nashville Tennessee
He attended schools in the Nashville Davidson County Public Schools. He attended Meigs High School and DeVry School of Electronic after his...
Theodora Marie Morrison-Jones
Jan 25, 2025
Theodora Marie (Morrison) Jones passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. A loving mother, daughter, sister, wife, and friend, Theodora leaves behind her beloved husband, Dewayne Leroy Jones and her loving daughter, Naomi Anna Marie Jones. Theodora is also survived by her siblings Theodore G. W. Morrison, Jr. (Erin), Andre Dean (Cathy), Andrea Dean Johnson (Billy), Theowauna Hatchett, and Stephanie...
Peter LeVar Churchwell
Jan 25, 2025
Peter LeVar Churchwell was born on February 16, 1978, to Peter D. Bumphus and Clara Churchwell in Hohenwald, Tennessee. From an early age, Peter’s gentle and endearing spirit was evident. He embodied kindness, compassion, and generosity, always showing a deep capacity for love and caring for others. Known for his love of family, selflessness, strength, infectious smile and laugh, desire...
Abraham Simmons, II
Jan 25, 2025
Abraham Teeweh Simmons, Jr. was born on October 2, 1949, in Monrovia, Liberia, to the union of Bishop Abraham Teeweh Simmons, Sr. and Mother Cora Berry Simmons. Known affectionately as "Abe" by family and friends, he lived a life filled with dedication, service, and love for those around him. Abe began his education at Haywood Industrial Mission (HIM) and accepted...
William Gentry Davis, Jr.
Jan 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Gentry Davis Jr. a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend. He departed this earthly life on January 22, 2025 at the age of 79 at Southern Hills Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Born on February 1, 1945 at Meharry Hospital to parents William Gentry Davis Sr....
Esther Buchanan
Jan 22, 2025
The Great Author of All records that Mrs. Esther Ruth Owens Buchannan, a cherished child of the Lord, was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was born in Fayetteville, Tennessee on May 24, 1941. She was the twelfth child born to her parents Roberta Massey Owens and Collier Owens. Esther was the last surviving sibling of her...
James Lee Wilson
Jan 22, 2025
James Lee Wilson was born on March 30, 1952 to his parents, Viola E. Wilson and James R. Wilson in Henry County, Tennessee. He departed this earthly life and gained his wings on January 22, 2025.
James professed a Hope in Christ at an early age and united with Cedar Hill Baptist Church in Cottage Grove, Tennessee. He received his formal...
Eunice L Nowlin
Jan 18, 2025
Eunice Laverne Nowlin was born on February 2, 1950, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the union of Ewing Johnson and Cloetelle Cortner. After living a life filled with love and service, Eunice passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Centennial Hospital.
Eunice was a faithful member of Christ Shallow Missionary Baptist Church, where she was dedicated to her faith and...
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