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Bond Memorial Chapel​
February 2020
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Bruce, Nellie Frances, age 92, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 3, 2020. Mrs. Bruce was a former sales clerk at Macy’s and Sam’s Club. She was an animal lover and enjoyed working in the yard. Mrs. Bruce was the daughter of the late, Leslie Coy and Judie Frances McCord Stinson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Holland Bruce; son, Thomas Elwood Bruce and siblings, Lester Stinson, M.C. Stinson, Louella Biltucci and Martha Seagroves.
She is survived by:
Daughters – Paulette Bruce and Jane Bruce (Steve) Thomas
Brother – Vernon (Barbara) Stinson
Sister – Elese (Al) Baird
Sister-in-law – Esterlene Stinson
Grandson – Wesley Thomas
Funeral services will be conducted 12 noon Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Chaplain William Wiley officiating. Interment will follow at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Avalon Hospice.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. – 12 noon Thursday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Jones, Russell Howard, “Rusty”, age 63, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 3, 2020. Rusty grew up attending Green Hill Baptist Church. He was a 1974 graduate of Mt. Juliet High School and attended Nashville Tech. He was a trained computer technician, a fireman and a professional driver. Rusty was currently an employee of Bond Memorial Chapel. He was the son of the late, Howard Edward and Dorothy Lillian Bolling Jones.
He is survived by:
Children – Russell Howard “Dusty” Jones, Jr., Christina Lynn Higham and
Robert Shane “Bobby” Jones
Brothers – Bradley Eugene Jones and Wesley Grant (Rachel) Jones
Grandchildren – Wanda Lynn Higham, Kaya Rebecca Jean Higham and
Isabella Amore’ Wood
Former wives – Robin Lynn Buchanan and Wanda Blanche Travis
Life-long friend since 6th grade – Jere Lane
A Celebration of Life services will be conducted 2 p.m. Friday, February 7, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Rev. Chuck Groover officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Simmons Delbert Gene, age 78, of Old Hickory, TN, went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 5, 2020.
Gene was a member and active deacon of Victory Baptist Church. He was the son of the late, John Durwood and Minnie Smith Simmons. He was also preceded in death by his niece, Tony Simmons Stinnnett.
He is survived by:
Wife of 54 years – Patsy Abbott Simmons
Brother – Billy Ray (Theresa) Simmons
Aunt – Marjorie Smith League
Nephew – Kevin Ray (Liberty) Simmons
Sister-in-love – Ginny (Bill) Coleman
Nieces – Kensie (David) Seamster and Sarah Coleman
2 Great-nieces and 4 Great-nephews
God Sons – Brian and Adam Dozier
Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. Sunday at Victory Baptist Church, 1777 Tate Lane, Mt. Juliet, TN with a Celebration of Life service immediately following at 3 p.m. Sunday with Senior Pastor, Dr. Chuck Groover officiating.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the wonderful cardiac ICU staff and nurses at St. Thomas Hospital Midtown for the extraordinary care they gave to Gene.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Victory Baptist Church Building Fund, 1777 Tate Lane, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122.
Arrangements Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Bledsoe, Ina Evolene “Evelyn”, age 86, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 6, 2020 peacefully at her home under the loving care of Avalon Hospice after a long hard battle with breast cancer and metastatic breast cancer. Mrs. Bledsoe was a cafeteria manager in the Metropolitan Nashville School System for many years and had also served as Day Care manager at Donelson Christian Church. She was a Cub Scout Den Mother and actively supported Sherry’s Run. Mrs. Bledsoe was the daughter of the late, Herman Guy and Daisy Ann Young Denson. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Charlie Farmer Bledsoe; siblings, Georgia Inez Bland and Freddie Denson and her great-granddaughter, Avalyn Shaye Bright. Mrs. Bledsoe was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is survived by:
Children – Freda Gail (James) Bright, Charles Emanuel (Fonda) Bledsoe and
Angela Ann (Kerry) Howell
Sisters – Bobbie Sue (Joe) Sells and Doris Jean (Holly) Fowler
Grandchildren – James H. (Krista) Bright, III, Clint T. Wright,
Derek E. (Julie) Coleman, Chaz S. (Sandi) Bledsoe and
Andrew (Kayla) Coleman
Great-grandchildren – Aynslee Elyse Bright, Havan Grace Bright,
Kennedy Jonell Coleman, Rilee Chase Coleman,
Jaxon Lance Coleman, Kayle Michelle Page and
Kyndal Tillery Wright
Several nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Monday, February 10, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow at Hermitage Memorial Gardens. Her beloved grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Sherry’s Run, PO Box 8, Lebanon, TN 37088-0008.
Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to service time Monday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Gifford, Gladys Ailene, age 92, of Spring Hill, TN, died February 6, 2020.
Mrs. Gifford was a member of Mt. Juliet Church of Christ and the Mt. Juliet Senior Citizen Center. She retired from Western Electric and after retirement she was a Wilson County school bus driver. Mrs. Gifford was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Garrett Gifford.
She is survived by:
Sister-in-law June Steffey
Sisters
Several nieces
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Dwight Spurlock officiating. Interment will follow at 1 p.m. at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Shriners Burn Hospital for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday and one hour prior to service time Tuesday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Bass, Mary Lou, age 94, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 11, 2020. Mrs. Bass was a member of Green Hill Church of Christ. She worked for Dupont and later for the Bank of Mt. Juliet and Lebanon Bank. Mrs. Bass was a member of Ilene’s Travel Club, the Hermitage Ladies Association and the Green Hills Woman’s Club. She enjoyed traveling, needle work, working in her flowers and horse shows. Mrs. Bass was the daughter of the late, Herman and Alta Dedman Enoch. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Roy Enoch and George Enoch.
She is survived by:
Husband of 69 years – Robert Lee “Bob” Bass
Daughter – Rebecca Lee “Becky” (Randy) Carter
Grandchildren – Samuel (Ashley) Carter and Daniel Carter
Great-grandchildren – Reese Carter and Remy Carter
Nephew – David Enoch
Nieces – Debra Winfree, Sherry Sadler and Glenda Hanks
Funeral services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, February 14, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Bro. August Ruff officiating. Interment will follow at Wilson County Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Sam Carter, Dan Carter, David Enoch, Lance Vail, Mack Moss and Louis Moss. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Goodall, Michael Hayes, Mike Hamblen and Rufus Page.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Green Hill Church of Christ, 11706 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to service time Friday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Simms, John “Jay”, age 62, of Mt. Juliet, TN, departed this life for eternal life on February 3, 2020. Jay was born on November 26, 1957 in Mobile, AL, and moved to Tennessee as a young child. He lived in Williamson County for many years, and most recently resided in Del Webb Lake Providence in Mt. Juliet. Jay attended Battle Ground Academy, graduated from Goodpasture High School, and attended Auburn University. He began his professional life in sales for the Yellow Pages/L.M. Berry, and through his career worked with several telecommunications companies, including XO One Communications, Inc., where he served as Vice President/General Manager. He owned and operated his own company, RiserLogic, LLC, before retiring in 2007. He enjoyed playing sports in high school, and continued to hunt, fish, and play golf as an adult. Jay LOVED and followed college football (especially Auburn) and pro golf. He was an active member at Providence Church, greeting, ushering and serving communion. Never meeting a stranger, Jay loved people, and will always be remembered for his friendliness, kindness and positive attitude. His giving spirit continued on as he arranged for his earthly body to be donated for anatomical research. Jay was preceded in death by his grandparents, James Boyd “J.B.” Akin and Katherine Beckett Akin; father, John Asa Simms; adoptive father, Everett Falk; brother, Eric Mace Falk and son, John Davis Simms.
He is survived by:
Mother – Janice Akin Buck
Wife – Lee Ann Simms and her daughter, Eve (Derek) Southworth
and 2 grandchildren
Children – Heather Jacobs, James Boyd (Emily) Simms and
Katherine Anne “Katie” Simms
Mothers of his children – Marcia Flowers Simms and Lisa Thye
Brother – James Thomas Falk
Sister – Katherine (Neal) Carpenter
8 Grandchildren
1 Niece
A Celebration of Life service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2020, preceded by visitation from 1-3 p.m. at Providence Church, 2293 S. Rutland Rd., Mt. Juliet, TN.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to either Providence Church or Narrow Gate Foundation.
Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Bradley, Jr., Thomas Fisher “Tommy”, age 73, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 15, 2020. Tommy attended Leeville United Methodist Church. He was retired from Dupont with over 35 years of service. Tommy enjoyed hunting, fishing and volunteering at the Wilson County Fair. He was the son of the late, Thomas Fisher Bradley, Sr. and Susie Mae Murphy Bradley. Tommy was also preceded in death by his grandson, Josh Jernigan.
He is survived by:
Wife of 44 years – Angela Brummett Bradley
Children – Tonya (Mike Kerr) Jernigan, Tammy Love Bradley and
Travis Fisher (Lauren Campbell) Bradley
Brothers – Kenny (Jimmie G.) Bradley and Donny (Sue Meyer) Bradley
Grandchildren – Jessica Jernigan, Christopher Gunter, Jeremy Jernigan,
Matthew Monroe and Elijah Monroe
Great-grandchildren – Hayden Davis, Dalton Jernigan and Michael Jernigan
Several nieces and nephews
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Bro. Roland Scruggs and Larry Pedigo officiating. Interment will follow at Leeville Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be The Buzzards from the Fair: Russ Crouch, David Hale, Charlie Hubner, Tom Quinn, Johnnie Webb and Mike Stokes. Honorary pallbearers will be the other Buzzards from the Fair and fellow Wilson County Fair Volunteers.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203.
Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday, 4-8 p.m. Monday and 12-2 p.m. Tuesday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Bilodeau, Michele Ann, age 56, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 15, 2020. Michele was a member of St. Stephen Catholic Community. She was the daughter of the late, Robert Brown and Anne Aldridge. Michele was also preceded in death by her son, Justin and sister, Barbara.
She is survived by:
Husband of 36 years – Roger Bilodeau
Daughter – Sara (Christopher) Deffendoll
Grandchildren – Justin Deffendoll and Kiera Deffendoll
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 2020 at St. Stephen Catholic Community, 14544 Lebanon Road, Old Hickory, TN with Father Emmanuel Dirichukwu officiating. Interment will be in Middlebury, Vermont.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to the Tennessee Kidney Foundation, 37 Peabody Street, #207, Nashville, TN 37210.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Thursday at the church.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Rogers, Darrin Alan, age 51, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 14, 2020. Darrin was a native of West Virginia and was a member of the 4-H Club and the FFA while he was in high school. He graduated with honors from Nashville Auto Diesel College. Darrin was an employee of UPS Freight, formerly Overnite Transportation. He was hard working, a “Jack of All Trades” and loved helping others, but expected nothing in return. Darrin enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, hunting and kayaking. He also enjoyed traveling and spending time at the beach with his wife. Darrin enjoyed spending time on the family farm in West Virginia cutting wood and riding on the tractor. He especially loved date nights, snuggling with his wife, Natasha, watching Hallmark movies. Natasha was his soul mate, best friend and love of his life. Darrin was preceded in death by his father, Dalton Rogers; brother, Darius Rogers; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jimmy and Cathey Baker and grandparents, James and Faye Rogers, Thomas “Tot” and Mary VanPelt and Gertrude Morgan.
He is survived by:
Wife of 26 years – Natasha Rogers
Mother – Chearyl Rogers
Sister-in-law – Charity Keith
Nephew – Cody Keith
Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends
Fur baby – Chloe
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Donnie and Cathy Allen and family.
Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, February 21, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Pastor Phil Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Robert Dunn, Phil Raines, Jimmy Summers, Donovan Tucker, Mike Bruce and Patrick Pace. Donnie Allen will serve as honorary pallbearer.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday and one hour prior to service time Friday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Gaetan, Marie Lirienne, age 92, of Antioch, TN, died February 15, 2020. Mrs. Gaetan was a native of Haiti and was a former resident of Danbury, CT and Mt. Juliet, TN. She attended Grace United Methodist Church. Mrs. Gaetan enjoyed sewing, cooking, reading her Bible and spending time with her family. She was the daughter of the late, Monety Gaetan and Alcina Ausias Gaetan. Mrs. Gaetan was also preceded in death by her siblings, Ledane Nestor, Netoit Nestor, Alcius Nestor and Tyle Nestor and her grandchildren, Myrflin Bazne and Dickenson Mondesir.
She is survived by:
Children – Nicole Mondesir, Jocelyne Lestor, Germain (Marie Bertha) Bazile,
Rene Bazile, Annette Bazile and Wert (Paula) Bazile
Grandchildren – Myrlene Berquin, Wendy King, Fritzline Louijuste,
Sherline Jean Rene, Joan Prosper, Slyms Bazile,
Jeffrey Bazile, Christopher Bazile, Gertha Bazile,
Djouby Bazile, Kimberly Bazile, Rodney Bazile, Jerry Bazile,
Tania Bazile, Daphne Bazile, Karl Bazile and Gregory Bazile
Many great-grandchildren
Funeral services will be conducted 12 noon Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Grace United Methodist Church, 2905 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, TN with Pastor Jeff Streszoff officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 10 a.m. – 12 noon Saturday at the church.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Sullivan, Edward Joseph “Ed” and wife, Ann “Annie”, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died 16 hours apart, surrounded by their children, writing a beautiful end to a 65 year love story. Mrs. Sullivan was born April 6, 1932 in Chicago, IL and died February 19, 2020. She was the youngest of five children born to the late, Vendel and Mary Dolak Jeno. Mr. Sullivan was born November 27, 1931 in Chicago, IL. He was the oldest of 5 children born to the late, Joseph and Rose Stube Sullivan. The Sullivan’s were members of St. Stephen Catholic Community. Mrs. Sullivan was very involved as a funeral and bereavement volunteer at the church and her deviled eggs were famous. She was family oriented; she loved people and people loved her. Mr. Sullivan was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving from February 29, 1952 – February 16, 1954 and retired from CPC International. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and gardening. The Sullivan’s were preceded in death by their sons, Edward Paul Sullivan and Joseph Wendel Sullivan.
They are survived by:
Children – Kathy Sullivan, Carol (Robert) Guth, John (Laura) Sullivan,
Elaine (Todd) Humes and Jerry (Susan) Sullivan
Grandchildren – Jay, Anna Rose, Benjamin, Trevor, Shelby, Nicholas, Jacob
and Ian
Her brother – Joseph Jeno
His sisters – Lois (David) Klein and Martha Irwin
Many nieces, nephews and special friends
A Celebration of Life and Memorial Mass will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2020 at St. Stephen Catholic Community 14544 Lebanon Road, Old Hickory, TN. Graveside services and burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Justice, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Mrs. Sullivan to the National Hemophilia Foundation, Attention Developmental Department, 7 Penn Plaza, NY, NY 10001 or in memory of Mr. Sullivan to Holy Rosary Academy for Tuition Assistance, 190 Graylynn Drive, Nashville, TN 37214.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Vance, III, Frank “Butch”, age 65, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 23, 2020. Butch enjoyed slot car racing, poker, and listening to country music. He was a Pittsburgh Steeler fan and also enjoyed baseball, NASCAR and golf. Butch was the son of the late, Frank Vance, Jr. and Barbara Irene Girton Vance. He was also preceded in death by his brother, James William “Jimbo” Vance; step-son, Adam Matheney; uncle, Don Girton and aunt, Emma (Bob) Miley.
He is survived by:
Brother – Bentley Allen “Ben” (Wendy) Vance
Step-daughter – Ashley Matheney
Step-grandchildren – Ethan Matheney, Eli Matheney and Grace Matheney
Aunts and Uncles – Jim (Sandy) Girton, Ann (Donnie) Talbert and
Billie Joyce (Dr. Edward) Fine
Nieces and nephew – Torri Vance, Madison Vance and Devery (Kristen) Moses
Cousins – Don Girton, Jr. and Chris Talbert
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Dr. Edward Fine officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Thursday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
McGee, Blanche Ellen, age 85, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 26, 2020.
Blanche was a member of Abundant Life Memorial in Indianapolis, IN. She had served as a Cub Scout and Girl Scout Mother and was a member of the Lions Club in Pendleton, IN. Blanche was a florist and former owner of L&B Floral. She was a member of the Mt. Juliet Senior Citizens Center and an employee of Kroger on N. Mt. Juliet Road. Blanche was loved by her family and was loved by many. She was a treasure to our community and was always willing to be of service to those in need. Blanche was the daughter of the late, Fred and Myrtle Blackburn Green. She was also preceded in death by her daughter, Diana Elsten; siblings, Samuel Green and Louise Blackburn and step-grandchildren, Chuck Yowler and Bobby Yowler.
She is survived by:
Husband of Nearly 60 years – Lee Roy McGee
Sons – Larry (Margo) McClanahan of Indianapolis, IN,
Garry (Linda) McClanahan of Mt. Juliet, TN and
Jeffrey (Carla) McGee of Bloomington, IN
Brother – Jimmy Keys of Independence, MO
Grandchildren – Kelly (Jason) Smith, Nathan (Nena) Whiteseld,
Elizabeth (Brad) Rector, Leah (Steve) Fields and
Timothy Elsten, II
Step-grandchildren – James (Amber) Yowler, Jennifer Lupa,
Stephanie (Daryl) Peterson, Jeffrey Moritz, Trevor Nixon
and Hannah Nixon
Funeral services will be conducted 3 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Bro. Russ Stephens officiating. Graveside services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2020 at Grove Lawn Cemetery in Pendleton, IN.
Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. Friday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Pumphrey, Tyler Raye, age 30, of Lebanon, TN, died February 26, 2020. Tyler was a 2008 graduate of Wilson Central High School. He was a baseball catcher and played travel baseball, high school baseball and earned a scholarship to play baseball at Cleveland State Community College. Tyler loved children and one of his greatest experiences was his mission trip to Nicaragua to teach under privileged children to play baseball. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ronnie York.
He is survived by:
Mother – Dana (Buddy) Dixon
Father – Derek (Courtney) Pumphrey
Grandmother – Barbara York
Aunts and Uncles – Mitzi (Kevin) Smith and Tami (Shane) Bramble
Cousins – Carley Shults, Elijah Smith and Hayden Bramble
Step-siblings – Anna Elizabeth Pumphrey, Logan Derek Pumphrey and
Hayley Grace Pumphrey
Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Bond Memorial Chapel with Kody Woodard officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Juliet Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Hayden Bramble, Elijah Smith, Stephen Pryor, Evett York, Jordan Lewis and Hunter Shults.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Visitation will be 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Shaw, Bernadine Patricia, age 89, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 26, 2020. Mrs. Shaw was a member of Cooks United Methodist Church for over 60 years and held many responsibilities in the church. She was retired from the United Methodist Publishing House where she served as the personal assistant to then President, Ron Patterson. Mrs. Shaw also tutored adults to help them earn their GED. She was the daughter of the late, Benjamin Phillip and Elizabeth Sandor Gibson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert David Shaw.
She is survived by:
Children – Phillip R. Shaw, Kelly Renee Seay, Wendy (Morris) McKenzie
and Robert B. Shaw
Brother – Phillip (Eleanor) Gibson
Grandchildren – Alex (Ryan) Keith, Trisha (Brandon) Neiderheiser,
Elizabeth Simmons, Mandy (Deno) Cunningham
and Chelsea (Joshua) Montoney
Several great-grandchildren
Funeral services will be conducted 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2020 at Cooks United Methodist Church, 7919 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN with Rev. Sandra Clay officiating. Interment will be private.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Cooks United Methodist Church, 7919 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122.
Visitation will be one hour prior to service time Saturday at the church.
Arrangements by Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
Denley, Barbara Sue Sullivan, age 72, of Mt. Juliet, TN, died February 27, 2020. Barbara was a pre-school teacher at Calvary United Methodist Church and was a shuttle van driver at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and CSX Railroad. She was an award winning dog owner and animal lover. Barbara also enjoyed the beach and the ocean. She was the daughter of the late, Thaxton Guill Sullivan, Sr. and Charlotte Elisabeth Armistead Sullivan. Barbara was also preceded in death by her brother, Bryan Sullivan.
She is survived by:
Sons – Dwayne (Penny) Wright and Chris (Christa) Wright
Brothers – T.G. “Binky” (Janice) Sullivan and Dorris Sullivan
Grandson – Cooper Wright
Aunt – Dot (Curtis) Honeycutt
Niece – Kim Armistead and several other nieces and nephews
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Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to the Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, 12110 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122.
Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Wednesday at Bond Memorial Chapel, N. Mt. Juliet Road and Weston Drive, Mt. Juliet, TN. (615) 773-2663. www.bondmemorial.com
