Obituaries

Oct 23, 2021

Deborah C. Childres Steading, age 62, passed away on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Deborah was born on December 6th, 1958 to the late Gene Childres and Hazel Marilyn-Hughes in North Carolina.

Deborah is survived by her children and grandchildren: Erica and Taft Floyd, Diamond, Dalton, Braelyn, and Faron Floyd; Keith and Heather Shaw, Kayla Floyd; Teresa and...

Oct 18, 2021

Kay Phelan Neal, age 64, passed away on October 18, 2021, at her home. She was born on July 24, 1957, to her parents, Thomas Phelan and Katy Smotherman in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

She worked as a legal clerk. She loved butterflies.

Kay is survived by her husband: Brian Magano; two daughters: Rebecca Steelman, Katelyn Hand; and seven grandchildren.

The...

Oct 11, 2021

William “Billy” Patrick Tate, age 52, passed away on October 11, 2021, at Lincoln Medical Center. He was born on April 18, 1969, to his parents Richard Fredrick Tate and Patricia Louetta Moser Tate, in Miami Florida.

 

He was a cook at Pat and Bobby’s Bar and Grill. He loved being out in nature, gardening, and making beautiful jewelry...

Oct 10, 2021

Patrick Cranford, age 50, passed away on October 10, 2021, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

Patrick was born on October 10, 1971, in Laurel, Mississippi to Robert Cranford and the late Clarise “Hinton” Cranford.

Patrick was an avid gamer and loved to stream on Twitch. Along with being a gamer, Patrick also was an an actor and was...

Oct 9, 2021

Daryl Ray Mangels, age 30, passed away Saturday, October 9th, 2021 in Franklin, Tennessee.

He was born on March 29th, 1991 to Loyd and Martha Mangels in Franklin, Tennessee.

From a young age, Daryl had a passion for drag racing, cars, and anything with a motor. He had a natural talent for working on cars and making anything run faster....

Sep 20, 2021

Darla Yvonne Fine passed away on Monday, September 20th, 2021 in Columbia, Tennessee. She was born on March 31st, 1966 to Willie D. Fine and the late Yvonne A. (Bartle) Downs in Lebanon, Indiana.

Darla grew up in Whittier, California, and was a graduate of La Serra High School. She then continued her education at Indiana Business College.

Darla loved...

Sep 13, 2021

Brittany Jenkins was born August 31st, 1994. She passed away September 13th, 2021.

She is survived by her sister, Tara Feathers; her mother, Melissa Waller; her father, James Jenkins; and her grandmother, Gracie Harper.

She will be missed.

Cremation Society of Tennessee is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences can be given to the family by visiting cremationsocietyoftn.com.

Sep 13, 2021

Sep 10, 2021

Shiann K. Gooch, age 42, passed away Friday, September 10th, 2021 in Smyrna, Tennessee. Shiann was born on February 3rd, 1979, to Charles Gooch and Eileen Franklin in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Shiann was a devoted, selfless nurturer to her husband and children. Spending time with her family is her most cherished memories. Shiann lived life to the fullest, traveling with her...

Sep 5, 2021

Antonio “Tony” Juan Harris, age 96, passed away on Sunday, August 5th, 2021 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Antonio was born on January 4th, 1925 to the late Fred and Stella Derrick Harris in Wichita, Kansas.

At the young age of 18 years old, Antonio was drafted to go to war during World War II. After those years of serving his country,...

Sep 1, 2021

Gloria Jean Porter was born On April 29, 1960 to Isaiah and Thelma Porter. Gloria was the youngest of eight children. Gloria grew up in Detroit Michigan where she attended Detroit Public schools. Gloria was truly a child of God and loved the Lord. Gloria loved going to church on Sundays with her sister Lawanda.

 

Gloria had a very...

Aug 23, 2021

Larry Edward Drake, age 78, departed this world on August 23, 2021, to be with his Lord and Savior.  He was blessed all the days of his life by the grace of God.  He leaves his loving wife and treasured companion of 57 years, 3 children, and 12 grandchildren.

Larry was born July 20th, 1943 to the late Earl Lloyd...

Aug 17, 2021

Anthony Marina, age 69, passed away on Tuesday August 17, 2021 in Franklin, Tennessee. Anthony was adopted into to the family of the late Ancle and Mildred Marina on February 28, 1952 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Anthony enjoyed watching marching bands perform their music and form their formations. He loved going to see the bugle and drum band in Nashville. What...

Jul 23, 2021

Andrew Louis Masters 33, of Murfreesboro TN passed away suddenly on Friday July 23, 2021 at his home after a 9 month battle with liver disease. Andrew was an inspiration for the duration of his illness and treatments, and always had a positive attitude and outlook. The world is a lesser place without him.

 

Andrew was born in Murphysboro,...

Jul 18, 2021

Albert Gregory “Greg” Lees passed away peacefully at  his home in Murfreesboro, TN on Sunday, July 18, 2021. He made a career as a machinist following his Naval service in Vietnam. Greg was preceded in death by his wife Bonnie (Byergo) Lees and his parents Ruth Head and Albert Lees. He is survived by his sons Michael (Mittie) Lees and...

Jul 17, 2021

Lawrence “Larry” Carey, age 80, passed away on July 17, 2021, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Larry was born on October 28, 1940, in Ottawa, Kansas to the late Clifford and Lois (Brubaker) Carey.

Larry married the love of his life in 1986, Lois Elaine. He spent 35 ½ wonderful years with her. Together they grew a life that was full of...

Jul 1, 2021

Harold Arthur (Joseph) Mathias, age 74, passed away July 1, 2021 in his home in Columbia, TN surrounded by his family after a long-fought and courageous battle with cancer.

Harold graced the world with his fun-loving and witty presence on February 24, 1947, in the Big Apple, born to the late Joseph Bernard and Mary Catherine Mathias.

Born on Long...

Jun 17, 2021

May 23, 2021

John Robert Hodge, age 68, passed away on May 23rd, 2021, in Springfield, TN. John was born on October 18th, 1952, to the late W.D. Hodge and Margaret Wilson and grew up with three brothers and three sisters in Nashville, Tennessee.

John married the love of his life, Gerrilynn Marie Sillaway Hodge, on June 15th, 1992, where they shared nearly...

May 19, 2021

Dr. Rodger Eakin – pastor, family man, and fried chicken enthusiast – died on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at age 74.   He was a true Original, a man who lived life expansively and exuberantly, and who had such wide-ranging hobbies as lawn care, fixing everything with duct tape and string, and sticking his finger up his nose whenever someone tried...