Obituaries

Charles Dennis Wile

Charles Dennis Wile

Jun 16, 2025

Charles "Dennis" Wile was the beloved son of Dennis Evan Wile of Boston, Massachusetts, and Grace Mae Fortner of Fort Smith, Arkansas. Dennis grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, where he attended St. Paul’s School for Boys, excelling in both writing and football. He studied at Vanderbilt University, pursuing engineering before discovering his love of and aptitude for learning languages. He...

Jennifer Marie Alvarez

Jennifer Marie Alvarez

Jun 16, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jennifer Marie Paczkowski May 7, 1970 – June 16, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jennifer Marie Paczkowski, age 55, on June 16, 2025, following complications from cancer. Diagnosed in February 2025, Jennifer faced her illness with courage, grace, and unwavering hope.

Born May 7, 1970, Jennifer devoted her life to her family and her...

Jayne An Beckelhymer

Jayne An Beckelhymer

Jun 15, 2025

Jayne An (Sepich) Beckelhymer, 76, of Springfield Tn, formerly of Canton IL passed away Sunday June 15, 2025 in Springfield TN.

Born June 28, 1949, in Peoria IL. She was the eldest daughter of Vinko and Iris (Parsons) Sepich. She married Charles Terry Beckelhymer on August 13 1966.

She is survived by her daughters, Anjee Wilson (Mark Keefer) and Jenifer Jackson (Paul...

James "Jimmy" Daniel Barnes

James "Jimmy" Daniel Barnes

Jun 13, 2025

James “Jimmy” Daniel Barnes, age 69 of White Bluff, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee after a brief illness. Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, James R and Olivia Barnes; one brother, Marty Barnes. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Geri Ann Barnes; two sisters, Lydia Reed (Lynn), Ann Meador...

William Smith

William Smith

Jun 7, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Smith family, however saddened to note the passing of William Smith on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

Robert Lee Knight

Robert Lee Knight

Jun 6, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Knight family, however saddened to note the passing of Robert Lee Knight on Friday June 6, 2025.

Judy Marie Hale

Judy Marie Hale

Jun 4, 2025

1-15-1939 ~ 6-4-2025

Judy Marie Hale of LaVergne Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, in Nashville, Tn. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and retired nurse. She was born on Sullivan's Island in South Carolina on January 15, 1939. She was involved deeply with the order of the Eastern Star during the time she resided in...

John Collins

John Collins

Jun 3, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Collins family, however saddened to note the passing of John Collins on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Derek Gordon

Derek Gordon

Jun 2, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Gordon family, however saddened to note the passing of Derek Gordon on Monday, June 2, 2025.

Mark Alan Alessio

Mark Alan Alessio

Jun 2, 2025

Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the family of Mark Alan Alessio, born April 21st, 1958, who passed away on June 2nd, 2025. His life and memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved him.

Tyler Newman Cartwright

Tyler Newman Cartwright

May 31, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Cartwright family, however saddened to note the passing of Tyler Cartwright on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

Marilyn Joy Dickens

Marilyn Joy Dickens

May 28, 2025

Marilyn Joy Dickens October 31, 1954 - May 28, 2025

Marilyn loved unconditionally and never missed an opportunity to let you know she cared for those she loved. She passed peacefully with her daughters by her side.

She is survived by daughters Summer Welch (Jarrett) and Sarah Rose Jones (Shaqilla), four grandchildren: Mary-Beth Nichols (Colton), Ryan Welch (Abigail), Justin Welch, and Joseph...

Jane Tugurian

Jane Tugurian

May 23, 2025

The staff of Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the Tugurian family, however saddened to note the passing of Jane Tugurian on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Deborah Ann Meade

Deborah Ann Meade

May 19, 2025

Mrs. Deborah Ann Meade (née Satterfield) passed away peacefully at her home in Nashville, Tennessee, on May 19, 2025, at the age of 69.

Debbie was the beloved daughter of Mary Satterfield and the late JT Satterfield. She shared a devoted marriage with her late husband, Steve Meade, and together they built a life centered around their family and each other.

She...

Chad Joseph Perkins

Chad Joseph Perkins

May 15, 2025

Born November 9, 1980 – Passed May 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Chad Perkins. He touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Mary Koetzner

Mary Koetzner

May 15, 2025

Mary G. “Trudy” Koetzner (Jarrel)February 17, 1948 – May 15, 2025 (age 77)

After a lifetime spent encouraging, entertaining, and uplifting everyone she met, Trudy passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025, surrounded by her family at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee.She was a vibrant, witty, and deeply faithful soul, blessed with the ability to fill a room with love,...

Beverly Jean Jenkins

Beverly Jean Jenkins

May 14, 2025

Nashville Cremation Center is honored to serve the family of Beverly Jean Jenkins, born December 29, 1954, who passed away on May 14, 2025. Her life and memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved her. 

Jack Speicher Spangler

Jack Speicher Spangler

May 14, 2025

Jack Speicher Spangler, age 81 of Goodlettsville, TN, in an instant was released from the bonds of this earthly body and entered the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 14, 2025. He lived an active, hard-working life, loving on family, friends, and neighbors in his ever-present strong and silent care for the hearts and souls of...

Nicholas Clay Simpkins

Nicholas Clay Simpkins

May 13, 2025

With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of Nicholas Clay Simpkins, who departed this life on May 13, 2025, at the age of 28. Nicholas was born on January 21, 1997, to Robert and Tammy Simpkins, who nurtured his creative and compassionate spirit from an early age.

Nicholas was a man of quiet strength, gentle humor, and remarkable talent....

Ricki Lynn Norman

Ricki Lynn Norman

May 12, 2025

Ricki Lynn Norman

(November 15, 1959 – May 12, 2025)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ricki Lynn Norman, who left us peacefully on May 12, 2025, at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Born on November 15, 1959, Ricki spent much of her life in Cleveland, Tennessee. She was the beloved daughter of the late Richard Norman...