Walter Lee Jackson Jr., affectionately known as “Big Walt,” was born on August 26, 1960, to the late Fred and the late Aurvernia. He passed away on April 1, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Walter was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and spent part of his childhood in Chicago, Illinois, before returning to Memphis where he...
Mary Elois Patterson Murphy was born in Nashville, TN, on July 27, 1948, to the late William Augusta Patterson, Sr. and Mabel Elizabeth Seay Patterson. Mary departed this life on March 29, 2026.
Mary was employed by South Central Bell/BellSouth for 27 years. She was well-respected by her employees and colleagues. She enjoyed traveling, especially to the beach, reading, online shopping,...
Our Heavenly father records that Elder Darnell Fletcher was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Darnell was the standard bearer of the family that he and his devoted wife, Victoria created through their loving union.
Darnell passed away on Sabbath morning, March 28, 2026, with his family near him. Darnell was born on June 8,1947 to his...
Debra Ann McNairy was born in Pulaski TN to William Edward and Lena McNairy. From the very beginning her life she was a gift from God and she was nurtured in love and care, laying the foundation for the faith and strength she carried throughout her journey.
Debra was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of 2, yet she never...
Sharon Denise Whitelow was born October 14, 1970, to the late Geraldine Watkins and James Freench. She gave her life over to Christ at an early age at New Hope Baptist Church.
She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Della Bryson, mother, Geraldine Watkins, father, James French, son, Antonio Whitelow, sister, D’Andrea...
He was born on October 22, 1957 in Nashville, TN. He was the youngest of 7 children. He spent his life dedicated to his family and his career as a truck driver. He will be remembered most for his skills playing the piano, his singing and his time as the minister of music at St. Luke Gallatin.
He is preceded in...
First Lady Jaivonna Demetrice Mitchell Bryant was born in Nashville, TN on April 20, 1959, to the late Douglas Mitchell and Maggie Sullivan Mitchell. She was the eldest of two children to Maggie Mitchell. She is proceeded in death by her parents and mother-in-law Claudia Staffney. Jaivonna grew up in south Nashville and was educated in Davidson County Public Schools....
Mr. Herbert Byars, Jr. was born May 6, 1936, in Whitlock, Tennessee to the union of Herbert and Willie Ray Byars, Sr. This productive life came to an end on Monday, March 23, 2026, at his residence in Antioch, Tennessee.
Herbert was educated in the Henry County School system of Tennessee and was a graduate of Tennessee A&I University in Nashville,...
Mrs. Rosa M. Sanders Clark, the fourth child of the late Nathaniel and Evia (Clements) Sanders of Leland, Mississippi, was born April 29, 1937. Rosa accepted the Lord as her personal Savior at an early age. She was a dedicated member of Gordon Memorial United Methodist Church where she served as chairperson of the Higher Education Ministry and as a...
Andrea Darlene Wiseman affectionately known as “Darlene” was born on July 15, 1961, to the late George and Mary Wiseman in Nashville, Tennessee. She gained her wings and entered eternal life on March 21, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
She was educated in the Metro Nashville Public School system.
Andrea accepted Christ in her life at an early age and united with Friendship...
Ms. Jacqueline Elaine Buchanan Talley was born April 1, 1942, in Nashville, Tennessee to the union of Herbert and Annie Mai Hornby Buchanan. She answered her call to go home and be with the Lord on Saturday March 21, 2026, surrounded by her family at Waters of Gallatin in Gallatin, Tennessee.
Jacqueline was educated in Davidson County Public Schools. She was...
Robert Darron Benford was born May 28, 1966, in Nashville, Tennessee to Ella Mai Benford and Robert Jackson. This life came to an end on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Creekside Rehab Center in Madison, Tennessee.
He accepted Christ at an early age. He received his formal education in Metro Nashville Davidson County Schools, graduating from Glencliff High School.
After high school...
Brenda Kay Lockett was born November 11, 1958, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee to the late Alfred and Ada Lee Gaines. This sweet life came to an end on Friday, March 20, 2026, at her residence in Nashville, Tennessee. She was educated in the Rutherford County School System.
Brenda was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend whose warmth and sense...
Mrs. Helen Marie Miller Gilchrist was born January 15, 1948, to George and Mary Miller in Bolivar, Tennessee. She was the fourteenth child of sixteen siblings. She departed this life on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at St. Thomas Midtown Nashville, Tennessee.
Helen accepted Christ at an early age and after relocating to Nashville she joined Friendship Missionary Baptist Church.
Helen was united...
Mrs. Virginia Louise Newsom Gordon was born February 14, 1956 in Kingston Springs, Tennessee to the late Silas Phillips and Rosie B. Newsom. Virginia departed her earthly life early Wednesday Morning March 18, 2026 at Eaton Creek Post Acute in Nashville, Tennessee.
On May 8, 1972 Virginia was united in holy matrimony to the love of her life Raymond S. Gordon...
Joseph Samuel Glenn
November 20, 1962 — March 17, 2026
With heavy hearts we share the passing of our dad, Joseph Samuel Glenn, who went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2026, at the age of 63. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Joseph was the beloved son of Marie Teasley and John Thomas Glenn and the youngest of twelve. He attended...
Ronnie Lee Lightfoot, the firstborn son of the late Mary Drew and the late Doc Lightfoot, was born on August 7, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee. He departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of strength, resilience, faith, and deep love for his family.
At an early age, Ronnie was baptized and developed a lifelong commitment to studying the Bible. His faith...