Obituaries

Vonniest Harrien Booker

Vonniest Harrien Booker

Jan 3, 2023

Vonniest Harrien Booker, passed away on January 3, 2023, after a brief illness. She entered this life on June 4, 1935, to Lee and Racheal Harrien in Prentiss, Mississippi as the ninth child of twelve children. It is said that some people only walk this earth for a short time, Vonniest was blessed with 87 years of life on earth. 

At...

Sheila Smith Lowery

Sheila Smith Lowery

Jan 3, 2023

Sheila D. Smith-Lowery was born in Nashville, Tennessee on November 19, 1956 to the union of the late Pastor Emeritus Rev. Henry K. Smith, Jr. and Irene B. Dunkley.Sheila was the eldest of six children born to this union. She was preceded in death by both parents, sister, Christine L. Smith, and brother Gerald L. Smith.She received her call to...

Daniel Henderson Bonner, II

Daniel Henderson Bonner, II

Jan 2, 2023

Daniel Henderson Bonner II, affectionally known to his family as “Deuce” was born on May 26, 2000, in Spokane, Washington to Daniel and Kimi Bonner. Being the fourth child, he was the baby of the family, with three older siblings (Kala, Danny and Dana) and was often seen in family photos holding up four fingers to represent his birth order...

Gertrude Bufford Giles

Gertrude Bufford Giles

Jan 2, 2023

Gertrude Bufford Giles was born on April 22, 1937 in Whiteville, Tennessee to the union of Susie Anna Douglas Bufford and Mace Bufford. She departed this earthly life on Monday, January 2, 2022 at the Waters of Smyrna in Smyrna, Tennessee.

Gertrude accepted Christ at an early age and fellowshipped with St. Luke C.M.E. Church. She was educated in Whiteville,...

Michael Leevonta Woods

Michael Leevonta Woods

Jan 1, 2023

 

Michael Leevonta Woods was born August 1, 1993 in Nashville, Tennessee to the union of Mickael Lee Sparks and Tracie Woods. He departed this sweet life on Sunday, January 1, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Michael was educated in Nashville Davidson County Public Schools. He was a graduate of Big Picture High School.

Michael was employed at a manufacturing Company...

Traci Renee Hannah

Traci Renee Hannah

Jan 1, 2023

Traci Renee Hannah was born on January 17, 1979 in Nashville, Tennessee to the union of Dorothy Davidson and James E. Hannah. She entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 1st, 2023 at her residence in Nashville, Tennessee.

Traci received her education in the Metropolitan Nashville Public School System. She accepted Christ at an early age and united with Shining...

Fred Allen Hill

Fred Allen Hill

Dec 31, 2022

Fred Allen Hill was born in Lewisburg, Tennessee, on April 14, 1936, to Claudine Reynolds and Harvey Hill. He spent most of his childhood years in Marshall County. After moving to Evansville, Indiana for three years, he returned to Lewisburg, Tennessee, and graduated from Jones High School as the Salutatorian. 

Fred was a US Army veteran and spent three years...

Gary Lynn Flatford

Gary Lynn Flatford

Dec 29, 2022

 

"Mr. Gary Lynn Flatford was born August 16, 1950, in Andersonville, Tennessee to his parents Sylvester and Alsie Flatford. Gary went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 29, 2022 at his residence in Hendersonville, Tennessee.

Gary was a graduate of Fulton High School Class of 1968. He was married to Janet from 1969 – 1981 and later...

Kevon Sherrill

Kevon Sherrill

Dec 29, 2022

 

Kevon Dewayne Sherrill was born on June 10, 1999 in Shelbyville, Tennessee to the union of Brenda Joyce Steele and James Edward Sherrill. He departed this life on Thursday, December 29, 2022.

Kevon accepted Christ at an early age and united with Scott Avenue Church of Christ. He received his formal education in the Metro Davidson County School Systems.

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Taneika Sanders

Taneika Sanders

Dec 29, 2022

 

Taneika A. Sanders was born in Nashville, TN December 28, 1976, to late Joe D. Maney and Cynthia A.  Sanders-Gentry. She was the oldest of two children.

Taneika received her education from Metro Nashville Public Schools where she attended Whites Creek Comprehensive High School. After high school she worked in the customer service business before becoming a homemaker. Taneika...

Robert Lee Woodley

Robert Lee Woodley

Dec 28, 2022

Mr. Robert Lee Woodley was born September 22, 1944 in Manchester, Tennessee to the union of David Harris, Harriet Woodley. He departed this earthly life on Wednesday, December 28, 2022 at his residence in Nashville, Tennessee.

 

Robert was educated in the Manchester School System. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Armed Forces where he fought for his...

John Edgar Gibson, Sr.

John Edgar Gibson, Sr.

Dec 27, 2022

John Edgar Gibson, 73, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at the Nashville VA Hospital. He was born July 4, 1949 in Chattanooga, TN. He attended St. Francis Catholic School and was a 1967 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Chattanooga, TN and attended Chattanooga City College. Edgar proudly served his country as a member of the United...

Mikael Jacquies Jackson

Mikael Jacquies Jackson

Dec 25, 2022

  Mikael Jackson was a surprised blessing to Lakesha Smith and Michael Jackson on February 24,1999. 

 

Mikael was educated in the Nashville Davidson County Schools graduating from Whites Creek High School in 2017. Continuing his education by attending Belmont University and currently enrolled at Tennessee State University.

 

Mikael was employed by the YMCA as a life guard...

Sophia C Baker-Reed

Sophia C Baker-Reed

Dec 25, 2022

Obituary forthcoming

William Fowler Hawk

William Fowler Hawk

Dec 24, 2022

 

William Fowler Hawk Sr, 92, was called home to be with the Lord on December 24, 2022. He was born in Huntsville, Alabama to the late Will and Rose Hawk on June 16, 1930. Before retiring from Bordeaux Hospital in Nashville, TN, William was a physical therapy technician. William enjoyed grilling, discussing politics and sports, shopping, music and spending...

Mona Page Kelley

Mona Page Kelley

Dec 21, 2022

Mona Page Kelley, age 90 passed away on December 21, 2022.  Obituary is forthcoming.

Otis Whitaker, Sr.

Otis Whitaker, Sr.

Dec 19, 2022

 

Otis was born on May 29, 1944 in Petersburg, TN and was the son of the late Namous and Alberta Whitaker. He was called home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2022 in Annapolis, MD. 

Otis served his country proudly and retired from the Army after 24 honorable years. He was later employed with the Office of...

Quintin Jermaine Mason

Quintin Jermaine Mason

Dec 18, 2022

Quintin Jermaine “Brother” Mason was born in Louisville, Kentucky on November 21, 1973 to Katherine (Mason) Morrison and Kelvin Hughes. .  He departed this earthly life on December 18, 2022 at Vanderbilt Medical Center – Nashville, TN.     He graduated from Whites Creek Pike High School – May 1991.  Shortly after – Quintin enlisted in the Navy and served...

Jeh W McKissack

Jeh W McKissack

Dec 18, 2022

 

Jeh W. McKissack was born in Pulaski, Tennessee on March 18, 1943 to his parents, Sam McKissack and Mary Crawley.  He transitioned to his heavenly home peacefully on Tuesday, December 13, 2022.

Jeh received his formal education in the Metropolitan Nashville Public School Systems, attending Pearl High School. He retired and was employed for many years at Nashville Electric...

A'lina Sky Dianna Armstrong

A'lina Sky Dianna Armstrong

Dec 17, 2022

God whispered so sofly on December 17, 2022 and said “A’lina Sky I need you to come back to me”. And so suddenly our precious angel was gone from the loving arms of her parents back to the loving arms of God. Even though our hearts are heavy and we are all overcome with tears. We thank God for the...