Obituaries
Obituaries for Alternative Cremation & Funeral Service
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Rachel Dear Broadbent Wolf
Feb 6, 2026
Rachel Broadbent Wolfe of Nashville Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, at the age of 86.
She left an indelible impression on everyone she met. She gave wise council on life, church, Bible, education, children, music, sports, crossword puzzles, a good book, and current events. Rachel could engage people in conversation about any topic, and always kept her zest...
Elwood Knight
Feb 4, 2026
Elwood Knight, 80, of Hendersonville, TN, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN.Elwood was born February 3, 1946, in Beechmont, KY to Jabby and Delia Knight. He was drafted into the military after graduating from Hughes Kirk High School and served as a Green Beret in Panama from 1964 to 1966, after which...
Michael Robertson Parker
Jan 23, 2026
Michael Robertson Parker, age 59, passed away on January 23, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on June 25, 1966, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Michael lived a life marked by deep faith, enduring friendships, and a profound love for nature and all of God’s creatures.
Michael was the beloved son of John and Donna Parker of Brentwood, TN. He shared a close...
Georgann C Halliday
Feb 1, 2026
Georgann C. Halliday was born on August 5, 1941, and passed away peacefully February 1,2026 in Brentwood, Tennessee, following a long and courageous battle with dementia.
Georgann dedicated more than 20 years of her professional life to Import/Export at NuclearData in Schaumburg, Illinois. In 1992, she moved to Arizona, where she continued her career with ST Microelectronics in Phoenix until her...
Katherine Diane Yarber
Jan 9, 2026
Katherine Yarber Richardson, lovingly known as Diane, but most proud to be called Mom and Granny, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 72.
Born on May 27, 1953, Diane built a life centered around love, family, and home. She was the true definition of a homemaker. Her home was always a place of comfort—where meals were made...
Ruth Davis Borrell
Dec 29, 2025
Ruth Davis Borrell, age 97, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Ruth was born on October 6, 1928, in Jasper, Alabama, to Hiram and Flora Davis. A woman of remarkable intelligence and determination, she graduated from Oakman High School in Oakman, Alabama, in 1943 at just 15 years old.
She began her professional career with...
Thomas "Tom" Matthews Cantrell
Dec 23, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Matthews Cantrell, 72, passed away on December 23, 2025. Tom was born in Nashville, TN and was a lifelong Nashvillian. He graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1975 and Nashville State Technical Institute in 1978. He worked in the mail services department at Regions Bank’s downtown location for 38 years and retired in 2018 without ever missing a...
James "Jim" Allan Chandler
Nov 29, 2025
James “Jim” Allan Chandler, age 72, of Camden, TN, passed away from lung cancer at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN, on November 29, 2025. Born in Dodge City, Kansas, Jim lived a life full of adventure, kindness, and dedication to family and community.
Jim was predeceased by his beloved wife, Josephine Rita Chandler (Sexton); his daughter, Shelley Volling; his father, Eddie...
John Anthony Francescon
Dec 9, 2025
John Anthony Francescon passed away on Dec. 9, 2025, after battling cancer since 2020 with unwavering determination. John will be remembered for the steady way he showed up for the people he cared about—through his presence, his loyalty, and the quiet strength he brought to everyday life.
John was born September 5, 1961, in Nashville, later graduating from Father Ryan High...
Jane Rosalyn Stone Hickman
Dec 6, 2025
Jane Rosalyn Stone Hickman (age 72), beloved wife and mother, went to be with the Lord Jesus on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Jane is survived by her husband, Harry Hickman, of 43 years, her son, Will Beasley, her stepson, Keith (Karie) Hickman, her stepdaughter, Kelly (Bradly) McNeece, and two granddaughters, Hannah McNeece and Reagan McNeece. She is preceded in death...
Joann Rita Trolan Huber
Nov 21, 2025
Joann Rita Trolan was born 13 February 1939 the fourth child of Walter J Trolan and Julia Zak Trolan of Bayonne NJ. She moved to Wilton, CT where she grew up, graduated from Staples HS, then went on to St Vincent’s School of Nursing in Bridgeport CT, earning her RN. Joann was a long time member of Our Lady of...
Laura Sue Miller
Nov 13, 2025
Laura Sue Miller, 85, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on November 13, 2025. In a deeply meaningful and tender Providence, she entered eternity on the same date her beloved sister Barbara passed 18 years earlier.
Born in Toledo, Ohio and raised in the countryside of Oregon, Ohio, Laura’s faith in Jesus overflowed with compassion for everyone...
Linda B. Lipnik
Nov 9, 2025
Linda B. Lipnik, 88, met the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2025 in Brentwood, TN with family surrounding her. She lived a full and wonderful life defined by her unfailing love and care for others around her. Born February 23, 1937 in Bridgeport, CT to John and Wanda Bullard, she graduated from George School in Newtown, PA in 1955 and...
Kathaleen Phillips
Nov 5, 2025
Kathaleen “Kathy” Buckner Phillips, age 72, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, and went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born to the late W.T. Buckner and Grace Buckner, Kathy lived a life marked by love, faith, and unwavering kindness.
Kathy is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Chip Phillips, with...
Catherina Anne Watry
Nov 1, 2025
On November 1, 2025, Catherina Anne Watry passed away peacefully at 68 years old, exactly as she had imagined—at her home in Goodlettsville, while holding hands with her two children and with her favorite music gently playing in the background. She is survived by her daughter Denise Costanza (Brandon Bennett); son Peter Costanza (Sutton Costanza); her three treasured grandsons, Peter...
Hubert Dennison
Oct 13, 2025
Hubert Dennison, 78, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee due to a stroke. Born on March 25, 1947, in Falls Mill, West Virginia, Hubert lived a life marked by service, kindness, and a warm sense of humor that endeared him to all who knew him. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing in his backyard pond.
Hubert proudly...
Albert William Buckley, Jr
Oct 17, 2025
Surrounded by loved ones and at peace, Al Buckley left us on a sunny afternoon inOctober. He assures us he is gone, but his spirit and great humor will remain as clearand bright as that autumn day.Born November 23, 1943 in Monroe, Louisiana, to Albert and Marguerite HolladayBuckley. His love of hunting and fishing was fostered by his father and...
Beth Ann Clem
Oct 16, 2025
Beth Ann Clem (Tadajewski), age 67, passed away with her daughter by her side on October 16, 2025, in Belfast, Tennessee.Born on June 8, 1958, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Beth was the daughter of Leonard Tadajewski and Patricia Forton. She grew up with a strong spirit and a sharp wit that would become her hallmark throughout life.Beth was known...
Marilyn Jean Yoders
Oct 10, 2025
Marilyn Jean Yoders, 80, passed away unexpectedly in Columbia, TN on Friday, October 10, 2025. She is at peace and filled with happiness with her Lord Jesus Christ, shining down on us all.
Marilyn was born May 10, 1945 in Kearney, NE to Conrad and Christine Miller, growing up in Washburn, MO. She is preceded in death by her parents, her...
Billie Loraine Blalock Patton
Oct 10, 2025
With heavy hearts and an abundance of gratitude, her family announces the passing of Billie Loraine Blalock Patton. She passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by family and love. Billie was born on October 4, 1929, in Trinidad, Texas, to John and Grace Ayers Blalock.
Billie excelled as an honor student at Dobyns-Bennett High School in Kingsport, Tennessee, where...
