Obituaries

Jan 11, 2023

Robert Thomas Simmons, 91, of West Nashville, passed away on January 11th, 2023. He was a longtime employee of Stauffer Chemical, and recently resided at Lakeshore Meadows in Bellevue, TN.

Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marjorie; His son, Tommy; And his grandson, Daniel.

He is survived by his sister, Ruby Vaden;...

Jan 10, 2023

James Lee Shacklett Jr. of Nashville, TN, passed away on January 10th, 2023, at the age of 88. He was born on November 28th, 1934, to parents; James L Shacklett Sr. and Bessie Mae Shacklett. He enjoyed listening to music, building model airplanes, collecting stamps, and spending time with his cat.

James is preceded in death by...

Jan 8, 2023

Henry Paulus “Paul” Leeper Jr. of Nashville, Tennessee passed away on January 8, 2023 in Nashville, TN.

Paul was born in Columbia, TN to loving parents, Sarah Katharine Derryberry Leeper and Henry Paulus Leeper Sr. on May 25, 1931. He spent his early childhood attending a one-room schoolhouse where his mother taught classes.  At age 10, he...

Jan 1, 2023

Loyal Amond Tidwell, age 91, passed from this life on May 10th, 2023. He is preceded in death by parents, Ike and Lettie Tidwell, three sisters and five brothers. Mr. Tidwell was also preceded in death by his devoted wife of 61 years, Gladys Tidwell. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Morris and Vickie Tidwell, grandsons and...

Dec 30, 2022

William “Jack” Sorace, age 14, of Burns, TN and Nashville, TN was called to be with his Heavenly Father on December 30, 2022. He was ABSOLUTLY the most wonderful, loving, kind, funny, and brilliant son that everyone prays they could have. He was the happiest boy and driven to be a physician, studying medical textbooks and learning all he...

Dec 25, 2022

Michael Martin Catalano “Mr. Cat” March 27, 1935-December 25, 2022

Michael Catalano of Bellevue passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on Christmas morning at St. Thomas Midtown in Nashville. He was 87.

Son of Casper and Concetta (Uso) Catalano, Michael was born in Throop, PA and grew up in Scranton. He earned...

Dec 25, 2022

Lacy Erwin Perry, age 91, passed away on Christmas night.  Born in Nashville August 29,

1931 to Robert D. and Lacy Corlew Erwin, Lacy attended Parmer School, Hillsboro High and Ward Belmont.  She spent all but the last few years of her life living within a mile of her childhood home on Forsythe Place, where she had...

Dec 24, 2022

Robert L “Bob” Abbott, age 89, passed on December 24th, 2022. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Leonard and Bessie Lovett Abbott, brother Vaughan Abbott, and sisters Elizabeth Higgs and Bessie Ruth Jones. Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years, Trudy Abbott, bother, James Rabun Abbott, and his sons John and Hal (Karen) Abbott, as...

Dec 24, 2022

Sarah Lanier Engels of Nashville, Tenn., passed away at St. Thomas West on Saturday, December 24, 2022; she was 101 years old.

Sarah was preceded in death by her husband; Robert B. Engels, her daughter; Judith L. Engels, and sister-in-law; Cynthia A. Engels. She is survived by son; Larry B. Engels, grandson; Bret A. Engels, son-in law;...

Dec 23, 2022

Bessie “Bett” Mae Tillman previously of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away in Nashville, Tennessee, on December 23, 2022, at the age of 92. She was born on March 10, 1930, to Minnie Parker Ferguson and Paul Ferguson. She enjoyed ceramics, gardening, and spending time with family. She was a devoted member of Taylor Memorial Methodist Church. She was a smart,...

Dec 22, 2022

Sidney Maurice Small, 76 of Nashville, passed away on December 22, 2022, at his home. He was born to the late Maurice Barrett and Grace Ramsey Small in Bloomington, Indiana, on September 26, 1946. He graduated from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville with a degree in history. Sidney proudly served in the United States Army serving in the...

Dec 19, 2022

Roger Donald Tomlinson, age 87, of Nashville, TN, went home to be with the Lord on December 19, 2022.  He was born in Fairview, TN on April 28, 1935.

Roger is preceded in death by his parents George Leslie Tomlinson and Rose Etta Tomlinson; sisters Clemmie Hall and Juanita Stricker; brothers George Tomlinson, Paul Tomlinson and Benton Tomlinson.

​Roger is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Nancy Tomlinson, his son...

Dec 18, 2022

Faith Nicole Collins of Kingston Springs, TN passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 18th, 2022, at the age of 28. She was born to Thadd and Mia Collins of Kingston Springs on December 17th, 1994, and immediately stole her daddy’s heart. She spent as much time as possible in his garage helping him restore classic vehicles and...

Dec 11, 2022

William Richard Schroeder, 87 of Nashville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at his home. A lifelong resident of Nashville, he was born on July 24, 1935, to the late Louis (Mattie) and Myrtle Schroeder. He attended North High School where he was the quarterback of the football team. His passion for...

Dec 8, 2022

Mr. Roy Allen White, age 54, of Nashville, TN passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022.  Roy travelled the world while working for Chem Rock Cryogenics.  He loved playing his guitar and listening to his favorite Rock Bands of the 1980’s: Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, Bob Seger, Bad Company, and Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Roy is predeceased by his father,...

Dec 8, 2022

Robert Walker Patton, 78, of Nashville passed away on December 8, 2022.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Ann; and a host of beloved family members and friends.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 11, 2022 from 11:00AM until 2:00PM at West Harpeth Funeral Home located...

Dec 8, 2022

Esther Florence (Lisius) Hempel, age 94, entered eternal life on December 8, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on June 26, 1928 to Nora Katherine (Schmidt) and Edward Lisius. She grew up on the Lisius farm in Kawkawlin, Michigan. Her love for the outdoors started there with gardening and field work. She was an excellent student, graduating as...

Dec 5, 2022

Thieu Tan Minh Le, age 48, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, December 5, 2022.  Visitation/Services for Mr. Le will be at West Harpeth Funeral Home, 6962 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN on Tuesday, December 6th from 10am until 6pm.  The last ceremony will be performed Wednesday, December 14th at 10:00am.

To view the service by...

Dec 5, 2022

Vickie Lee Stanfield of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on December 3rd, 2022, at the age of 67. She was born on July 28th, 1955, to parents AJ and Georgia Mae Demumbra. She enjoyed volunteering at the community center off Richland Park, giving back to her community, and cooking amazing home cooked meals for her family. Her family says they...

Dec 5, 2022

Morgan Dale Langham of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on November 30th, 2022, at the age of 26. She was born on September 27th, 1996, to parents Mark and Gini Langham. Morgan was a bright and beautiful soul who left us too soon. She will be remembered by her adventurous spirit and her dedication to her mother and two younger...