Obituaries
Obituaries for Alternative Cremation & Funeral Service
In Memory of Our Dear Loved Ones
Carolyn J. Barnes
Dec 30, 2025
CJ was known for her strength, tenacity, and timeless sense of style. Her resilience and intelligence carried her through life’s challenges, while her creativeness left a lasting impression on those who knew her. Whether setting out on a road trip or enjoying quiet moments with loved ones, CJ found joy being with those around her.
She is lovingly remembered by her...
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...
Robert Comfort
Dec 26, 2025
Robert (Bob) Wason Comfort of Franklin, TN, passed peacefully into the presence of his Savior on Friday,December 26, 2025, surrounded by loving family and caregivers.
Born March 18, 1937, in Havertown, PA, to Everett and Mary Lou Comfort, Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years, Donna J. Comfort, in 2020. The couple met as college sweethearts...
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...
Michele Mathers Buck
Dec 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Claire Michele Mathers Buck, who departed this life at the age of 74. Michele was born in Montgomery, Al. She was the beloved child of Claire Joyce (nee Lasseter) and James Eben Mathers.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years - Clifton Buck, her daughter – Catherine Buck...
Richard A. Lovins
Dec 21, 2025
Richard Allan Lovins was born on September 27, 1959 in Elgin, Illinois, and he passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at the age of 66. A devoted husband and loving father of three, he was the cornerstone of his family and a steady presence in their lives. He thrived on supporting his children in all of their activities and...
Tillman Whitaker
Dec 21, 2025
George Tillman Whitaker, 90, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025.
Born June 2, 1935, in Cowan, Tennessee, Tillman was the son of William H. Whitaker and Dovie Bradford Bilas. Tillman graduated from Franklin County High School, enlisted and served in the United State Air Force, and then began a long career in the typesetting business. On December...
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...
Danielle Tianna Perro
Dec 6, 2025
Dani, 11, transitioned into her sleep at home in her bed on Saturday, December 6, 2025, a little after 7 AM. She was officially pronounced at the Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital at 8:45 AM in Lebanon, TN. She was cremated and her ashes will remain at home with her mother and sister.
Dani is survived by her mother Marnie R. Trahan-Smith...
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...
Peter Mallen
Dec 2, 2025
Peter Mallen, age 87, passed away peacefully on December 2nd at home in Nashville, TN.
Born in Edmonton, Alberta, Peter was the cherished son of William Dobson Mallen and Margery Mallen (Rule). He graduated from the University of Alberta Medical School in 1963, interned at Vancouver General Hospital, a year of general surgery in Honolulu, HI, and went on to Ohio...
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...
Scott Christopher McAneny
Nov 27, 2025
Scott Christopher McAneny, 45, of Nashville, TN, was tragically and unexpectedly lost on November 27, 2025.
He came into the world in Marietta, GA in 1979 to Samuel Wright McAneny, IV and Mary Ann Patterson. Scott graduated from McGavock High School in 1998 before attending the University of Tennessee, Knoxville for one year and then Volunteer State studying Physical Therapy before...
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...
Thomas Martin Perry, Jr.
Nov 11, 2025
Thomas Martin Perry, Jr. passed away at home on November 11, 2025 in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee on November 14, 1963.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Ruby Ann Hartley; his father, Thomas Martin Perry, Sr.; and his sister, Karen Hall.
He is survived by siblings, Michael Joseph Perry, Eva Jean Martin, Melissa Ann Perry,...
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...
Victor Karl Hundt
Oct 23, 2025
Victor Hundt, 85, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on October 23, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 1, 1940, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Victor was a hardworking and intelligent man whose strength was balanced by a quiet tenderness. He earned a master’s degree from Duke University. A lifelong reader and avid traveler, he had...
