Obituaries

Jan 9, 2025

Lee Housley, age 80, of Mt. Juliet, TN passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025. Lee was cherished by all who knew him for his kindness, warmth, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones. His presence brought joy and comfort to those around him, and his memory will forever remain in the hearts of his family...

Jan 8, 2025

Branchaud, Gary “Brotherman” , a beloved father, husband, and friend, left us peacefully on January 8, 2025 at the age of 78. Gary's life was characterized by his unwavering dedication to his family, his career, and his friends. His presence will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Gary was known...

Jan 7, 2025

Knowles, Wilma Mae , age 94, of Columbia, TN, died Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Wilma was born in Clay City, Illinois and was the daughter of the late Clarence and Pearl Stanford. She was a devoted member of the Clay City United Methodist Church. She had an adventurous spirit and a deep love for travel, always...

Jan 6, 2025

Tate III, Austin Alexander age 84, of Old Hickory, TN, passed away on January 6, 2025. Bucky (as he was called) was born on June 17, 1940, in Kimball, TN. After attending the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, he went to work for TVA. He worked there until he retired in 1998. He played golf at...

Dec 27, 2024

Derryberry, Nathan Stephen “Steve” , age, 70, of Lewisburg, TN, died Friday, December 27, 2024. Steve was born in Columbia, TN and was the son of the late, A.D. Derryberry and Louise Goad Chaffin. He was a graduate of Columbia Central High School and the former owner of Eastside Liquor. Steve found joy in working in...

Dec 25, 2024

Vera Angulo, Cesar Omar , age, 94, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Cesar Omar was born in San Juan, Mérida, Venezuela and was the first son of the late Juan De Dios Vera and Otilia Angulo.

He is survived by:

Wife of 65 years – Maria...

Dec 18, 2024

Jonathan Reinie Blumhardt, 47, of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, passed into the presence of the Lord on December 18, 2024, after a long illness. Jon was born on April 29, 1977, in Omaha, Nebraska. He graduated from Washington High School in South Bend, Indiana. He earned an associate degree from Holy Cross College (an adjunct of Notre...

Dec 14, 2024

Lyles, Linda Mai Gregory , age 78 of Nashville, TN, died Saturday, December 14, 2024. Linda was born in Nashville, TN and was the daughter of the late, Willie Gregory and Beulah Dale Gregory. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Sonny Harrell, son, Robin Harrell and siblings, Barbara,...

Dec 13, 2024

Bistline, Patricia Diane , age 76, of Mt. Juliet, TN, passed away on December 13, 2024. Patricia was born on December 20, 1947, to the late Arthur and Elizabeth Faraldi in Teaneck, New Jersey.  Patricia was a nurse that worked doing home visits in Harlem and The Bronx, New York. However, her passion was painting, and...

Nov 29, 2024

Eldred, Darryl , a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 29, 2024. Born in Oneonta, NY, he was the son of the late Timothy Lee Eldred and Sally Rider Eldred. Darryl graduated from Lake Jackson High School in Lake Jackson, TX, and attended Stephen F. Austin College in Nacogdoches, TX....

Nov 28, 2024

Eakes, Linda Ann McCorkle , died Thursday, November 28, 2024. Linda was a lifelong resident of Mt. Juliet, TN and was the daughter of the late, James Humphrey McCorkle and Mildred Smith McCorkle. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Linda was a 1955 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School, where she was a member...

Nov 23, 2024

Lindsay, Lisa Michelle, age 51, of Mt. Juliet, TN, passed away on November 23, 2024. Lisa was born on June 7, 1973, to Ronald and Joanne Sullivan in Riverside, CA. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife and mother. Lisa will be deeply missed by all that knew her.

She is...

Nov 23, 2024

Ferguson, James Donald “Jim” , entered heaven on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Jim was born in Zephyrhills, Florida on May 21, 1934. He was followed 30 minutes later by his twin, Jon. Their parents were Lawrence Sumner and Tennie Barber Ferguson.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and siblings:...

Nov 22, 2024

Smith, Macy Curtis , age 77, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024. Macy Curtis Smith was born on April 29, 1947, in Marvel, Alabama and raised in Bessemer, Alabama by his parents MC and Augustine Smith, along with his brother David Lowell. He attended the University of Alabama where he played...

Nov 20, 2024

J enkins, Terry Wayne , a beloved husband, father, and friend, peacefully passed away at home on November 20, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in Nashville, Tennessee, Terry was a lifelong resident of Mount Juliet, Tennessee. A 1970 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School, Terry furthered his education at Tennessee Tech. He dedicated over...

Nov 19, 2024

Eldred, Timothy Lee , age 86, died November 19, 2024. Tim was born in Oneonta, NY and was the son of the late, Walter William Eldred and Cora Elizabeth Thayer Eldred Gordon. He was currently serving as Pastor of Christ’s Servants Baptist Church. Tim was the former Chaplain for the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Department, the National...

Nov 18, 2024

Robertson, William Matthew “Bill” , age 82, passed away on November 18, 2024. Bill Robertson was a loving husband, father, and “Grandeddy.” He served in the United States Air Force and then sold Ford vehicles for many years. After retirement, Bill hosted weekly poker games and charity tournaments.

Aside from his...

Nov 8, 2024

Buckner, Patsy Anne Shubert, age 72, died November 8, 2024. Pat, a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ (John 3:16, Acts 16:30-31) was born on November 20, 1951 in Lenoir City, TN. She was the daughter of the late, Roy and Terry Shubert.

Pat is survived by:

Nov 7, 2024

P harris, Richard Steuart , age 67, of Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024.  Richard was born in Anchorage, Alaska to the late Richard and Shirley Pharris. A devoted Christian, Richard’s life was marked by his deep love for his family and his unwavering...

Nov 3, 2024

Cates, Steve Charles , age 75, passed away on November 3, 2024. Steve was born in Crossville, Tennessee. He was a Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Brother. Steve retired as a Metro Nashville Firefighter after 35 years of dedicated service. He was the father of a hero, Lance Corporal Tyler Cates, a true friend, and avid...