Akari Maurice Reid
Jul 11, 2026
With profound sadness and broken hearts, we announce the passing of our precious little angel, A’Kari Maurice Dashiell Reid, who departed this life at the tender age of four.
Though his life was far too short, A’Kari filled every room with love, laughter, and joy. His bright smile, playful spirit, and loving heart touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing...
Jessie Lee
Jul 11, 2026
Jessie Ray Lee, 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on May 28, 1952, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Jessie spent most of his life in Kalamazoo before relocating to Nashville in October 2010. He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1973. At the age of 24,...
Dr. Yvette M. Tisdale
Jul 11, 2026
Yvette Marie Tisdale was born in Nashville TN, she was a graduate of Pearl High School and continued her education by receiving a Bachelor of Science in Business, from the University of Tennessee, a Master of Divinity from Howard University, a Master of Theology from Northwestern University (Garrett Evangelical Theology Seminary) and a Doctor of Ministry form Shaw University.
Yvette held...
Herbert “Big Hand” Leslie Hunter
Jul 9, 2026
Mr. Herbert Leslie Hunter was born April 13, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee to Irene Hunter. This productive life came to an end on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at his residence in Nashville, Tennessee.
Herbert was educated in the Nashville Davidson County Public Schools. He was a hard-working man. He was employed by Madison Pools for over 31 years before he retired.
When...
First Lady Estella Phillips Armstrong
Jul 8, 2026
Our beloved First Lady, Estella Phillips Armstrong, peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on July 8, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and woman of faith. As the cherished matriarch of our church, her kindness, strength, and unwavering faith touched the lives of all who knew her. Her legacy of love, grace, and spiritual guidance will forever be etched...
Nina Wesley
Jul 6, 2026
Ms. Nina Mae Hall Wesley was born January 2, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois to the union of William Herring and Emma Hall. On July 6, 2026, Heaven gained the most amazing angel.
Nina was the 2nd child born to her mother. She attended several schools in Chicago. She relocated to Jacksonville, Florida where she attended High School. After graduation she attended...
Laura Yvonne Johnson
Jul 5, 2026
Ms. Laura was born August 8, 1944, in Nashville, Tennessee to the amazing parents, Ruth Williams Johnson and Robert Johnson, Sr. Laura answered her call and went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Eden Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Laura accepted Christ in her life at an early age. She attended McNary Hill...
Aries Royal Hampton
Jul 3, 2026
Aries Royal Hampton was born April 18, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee to Jorden Hampton and Adrienne Willis. This sweet baby went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.
Aries will be deeply missed by his parents, Adrienne Willis and Jorden Hampton, twin sister, Jream Hampton, brother Arieon Willis, grandparents, April...
Dr. Herbert Clark
Jul 3, 2026
Dr. Herbert Leon Clark, son of the late Rev. Otis Clark Sr. and the late Irene Mitchell Clark was born on October 20, 1936, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was the sixth of thirteen children.
Dr. Clark was raised in a home grounded in faith, discipline, and deep family devotion. Growing up alongside his siblings, he learned early the values of education,...
JC Hollingsworth
Jul 1, 2026
JC Hollingsworth, age 73, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at Alive Hospice. He was born December 17, 1952 in Cheatham County, Tennessee, to the late Luchion and Mildred Hollingsworth. JC graduated from Cheatham County Central High School.
At an early age, he joined Second Baptist Church, where he was baptized. Later in life, he joined Noah’s...
Joe Phillip Blackshear
Jun 28, 2026
Joseph (Joe) Phillip Blackshear entered the world on November 20, 1944, in Hawkinsville, Georgia, as the third of five children born to the late Sim and Doris Blackshear. He entered into eternal rest on June 28, 2026.
Accepting Jesus Christ at a young age, Joe joined Free Providence Baptist Church in Cochran, Georgia, where he sang in the choir. He was...
Pauline S. Wiggins
Jun 27, 2026
Ms. Pauline Smith Wiggins was born June 25, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee to the union of Emory W. Smith and Mary E. Cowan Smith. This sweet life came to an end on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Life Care of Old Hickory, Tennessee.
Pauline was educated in the Metro Schools where she graduated from Central High School and continued her education...
Johnnie Lake Steele, Sr.
Jun 26, 2026
Johnnie Lake Steele, Sr. the son of Noel Lae and Henrietta Hemphill Steele was born on May 25, 1942, in Calhoun County, Mississippi. Johnnie was the fifth of twelve children eight of which proceeded him in death. He was called home on June 25, 2026.
Johnnie attended Jackson Madison County School. Upon graduation High School, Johnnie moved to Nashville, Tennessee and...
Thelma Solomon Scott
Jun 26, 2026
Thelma Solomon Scott was born in Clayton, Alabama, the daughter of Rev. John Henry Solomon and Marie Solomon.
At an early age, Thelma came to know Christ as her Lord and Savior at Webster Church of God, and later united with Mt. Airy Church of God, where her faith would anchor her in Jesus. She received her education in the public...
Ronald Nelson Williams, Jr.
Jun 25, 2026
Ronald Nelson Williams, Jr. began his earthly life on October 16, 1970, in Nashville, Tennessee, born to the late Ronald Nelson Williams, Sr. and Gladys Lee Coleman Williams. Ron Jr. joined his parents, paternal grandparents: Nelson Frank Williams and Claronia Williams; maternal grandparents: Lawrence C. Coleman, Sr. and Ada Coleman; and aunts: Gwendolyn Coleman, Denise Williams, Zandra Williams, & Yvonne...
Blessyn Ky'Moni Black
Jun 24, 2026
Blessyn Ky’Moni Black was born April 7, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee to Michael Black and Alaxus Hogan. God picked this sweet flower to go to her Heavenly home on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Blessyn was preceded in death by, Teonte Radley, Monico Harmon, Henry Hogan, Sr., Geraldine Black and Juanita Dixon-Hogan,
Blessyn will be loved and remembered by her parents, Alaxus Hogan...
Mamie Lenora Fite-Hawkins
Jun 24, 2026
Celebrating the life of Mamie Hawkins, a beloved matriarch, cherished friend, and devoted community member. She passed away peacefully at her home on June 24, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born November 8, 1950, in Nashville, TN, Mamie was a beacon of light and warmth who enriched the lives of all who knew her. Mamie’s life was a...
Sadie Young Minor
Jun 23, 2026
In loving memory, we honor the life of our dearly departed who has left an incredible mark on our lives. Though we grieve this impactful loss, we take comfort in the memories we shared and the love bestowed upon us.
Sadie Young Minor, age 64, transitioned peacefully Tuesday June 23, 2026 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She was born July 30,...
Shirley Thomas
Jun 22, 2026
Shirley Ann Tisdale Thomas, a lifelong resident of Nashville, Tennessee, built a profound legacy of love, faith, and dedication to her community. Born on October 16, 1951, she thrived as the cherished daughter of the late Charles Sr. and Earline Oglesby.
A woman of deep spiritual foundations, Shirley accepted Christ at an early age, a faith that guided her steps throughout...