Obituaries
Philip Lee Farmer
Sep 27, 2025
Philip Lee Farmer was loved by everyone he met. He was an amazing husband and father and the best “Pappy” to his grandchildren. He had a heart of gold and would drop everything to help anyone who needed it. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing him was left with a story that’ll put laughter in your heart.
Philip passed away...
Lela Mae Elmore Watkins
Sep 26, 2025
Lela Mae Elmore Watkins, 95 passed away, meeting her loving Savior on September 26, 2025.
Lela was born January 30, 1930, in Black Oak, Arkansas to the late Horace Greeley Elmore and Dora Lee Justice Elmore.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Garland Watkins, son Richard (Dick) Watkins, daughter-in-law, Vicki Watkins and sister, Mary Eloise Colvin.
She is...
Robert Michael Mauk
Sep 24, 2025
Robert Michael Mauk, known to family and friends as Michael, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, at the age of 73.
Born with a creative spirit, Michael was a talented artist and musician who shared his gifts generously with those around him. He was also an excellent cook who loved to entertain, bringing people together with warmth, laughter, and good...
Phillip Shane Chrisman
Sep 22, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Chrisman family; however, saddened to note the passing of Phillip Shane Chrisman, age 52, of Smyrna, TN on Monday, September 22, 2025.
Mary Jane Corbin
Sep 21, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Corbin family; however, saddened to note the passing of Mary Jane Corbin, age 82, of Buffalo, NY on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
Deborah Jean Austin
Sep 20, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Austin family; however, saddened to note the passing of Deborah Austin, age 64, of Erin, TN on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
Debra Faye Forrester
Sep 20, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Forrester family; however, saddened to note the passing of Debra "Debbie" Forrester, age 63, of New Johnsonville, TN on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
Edward Marshall Hooper
Sep 18, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Hooper family; however, saddened to note the passing of Edward M. Hooper, age 84, of Pleasant Shade, TN on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Bernard Francis Ederer
Sep 17, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Ederer family; however, saddened to note the passing of Bernard "Bernie" Ederer, age 71, of Clarksville, TN on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Robert Lee Simpkins Jr.
Sep 17, 2025
Robert Lee Simpkins Jr., 78, of Collinsville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Columbia, Tennessee. Born on December 19, 1946, in Huntington, West Virginia, Robert was raised in the quiet hollows of Right Fork Beech Creek, where the values of faith, family, and perseverance were instilled in him from an early age.
On August 11, 1968, Robert...
DANIEL RINALDO SHOUSE
Sep 14, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Shouse family; however, saddened to note the passing of Daniel Shouse, age 66, of Antioch, TN on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
Angelia (Angel/Angie) Lucille Newsom
Sep 13, 2025
Angie's family moved to Antioch Tennessee the following year after her birth. She was the oldest of 5 siblings and was preceded in death by her parents Elmer and Ada Newsom, her brother Kenny Newsom Sr. and Vickie Newsom. She is survived by Charlie Newsom, Elaine Newsom (Jay Krupka), Michael (Kimberly) Newsom and Joyce Newsom as well as her companion...
Terry Lynn Hines
Sep 13, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Hines family; however, saddened to note the passing of Terry Lynn Hines, age 75, of Joelton, TN on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Monica Dianne Ford
Sep 13, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Ford family; however, saddened to note the passing of Dianne Ford, age 68, of Cumberland Furnace, TN on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
Lois Paulk McConnell
Sep 10, 2025
Lois Paulk McConnell, 87, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 10, sons by her side.
Born on Valentine’s Day on her family’s farm in Savannah, Tennessee, Lois embodied a life of deep faith, lifelong learning, and unwavering devotion to family and community. A passionate educator, she believed that to teach well one must always remain a...
Minnie Hazel Tynes
Sep 8, 2025
Minnie Hazel Tynes was born on February 4, 1930, to parents, Henrietta Jackson and James Moss in Midland, Pennsylvania.
Minnie spent many years working at the United States Post Office main hub in Chicago, Illinois. Her commitment and diligence were evident throughout her career until she retired at the age of 55. Her work ethic and reliability left a lasting impression...
Angela S. Powers
Sep 8, 2025
Angela S. Powers, 81, passed away September 5, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of Joseph and Frances (DeFazio) Piccino. She married Sherwood Powers, and they lived in Philadelphia, Orlando, and Atlanta, before coming to Nashville. In the mid 1970’s, Angela studied at UT Nashville to become a paralegal. She was employed with Manier,...
James Everett Fouts
Sep 6, 2025
The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Fouts family; however, saddened to note the passing of James Everett Fouts, age 59, of Gainesboro, TN on Saturday, September 06, 2025.
Jeffery Thomas "JT" Mitchell
Sep 5, 2025
If you are reading this, that means the “mothership” has finally come to take me home. Writing my own story seemed the best way to tell the truth or at least my version of it. Rather than grieving loved ones giving a glowing review of half-truths, and tall tales. I will share my life and truth in my own words....
Michael Thomas Little
Sep 5, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mike Little, age 69, on September 5th, 2025.
Mike was born in Chicago, IL. He lived both in Florida and Tennessee throughout his life. He loved adventure and was a talented carpenter. He was fond of horseracing also.
He is preceded in death by his father, Orval Little; mother, Pearl Horn Little;...
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