National Day of Remembrance
for Homicide Victims
September 25, 2023
To honor the memories of those we have lost to homicide, the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference has created a digital memorial in honor of the National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims. This memorial below includes a video featuring all of those we have lost to violent crime and a short profile with photos of each person nominated.
Memorial Video
East Tennessee
Bradley County
Amber Helton Monday
12/06/1985 - 08/15/2020
Cleveland, TN
Amber was much loved. She was smart, creative and beautiful. Her eyes could speak volumes to you with just a glance. Her childhood wasn't an easy one. She took many wrong paths, but she was coming back to us.
Amber enjoyed Myrtle Beach, hiking, fishing, planting flowers and just being outdoors.
Amber leaves behind three children who will never know her. It's bittersweet; just when she was getting her life back on track, she's gone. We mourn her loss and what could have been.
Michael Taylor
1972 - 2022
Bradley County
Michael loved life and his family. He was always good for a laugh and had an unforgettable huge smile. He loved riding his Harley, fishing and hunting. With a new grand baby he was always ready to share stories and pictures. Michael’s friends were more than that- they were family. We all love and miss you very much. You were taken from us far too soon!
Campbell County
Kristi Hope Miller
1971 - 1989
Campbell County, TN
My aunt, Kristi Hope Miller, was a beautiful soul with the whole world ahead of her. She was young, beautiful, kind, happy, so full of life. She had big plans for her future. She had just graduated high school and was working. She wanted to become a cosmetologist, she wanted to have a family. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Even though I was young, I still remember her laugh, her warm touch, how she loved to joke and cut up with everyone. Kristi was only on this earth for 18 years, but she left a lifetime of memories and impressions on everyone that she met.
Claiborne County
Cocke County


Dennis Ballard
1963 - 1991
Knoxville • Cocke County
Of the US Army


Joshua Ellison
1989 - 2016
Newport • Cocke County
Joshua was my Angel on earth, when he became a Daddy he was the best daddy to his daughter & loved coloring, playing tea party & helping her learn her way in life. He enjoyed being with his family & friends. He loved being outdoors but he honestly just loved being with his daughter as much as he could. He was our helper, our rock & Our protector, he was a joker & would Scare me when he could, he was a wonderful, loving Daddy & the best son that this Momma could ever ask for. He is Loved & missed.💙


Lisa Preston
?-2021
Newport • Cocke County
Fentress County
Hamilton County
Carrie Daugherty
1983 - 2008
Chattanooga, TN
Carrie never met a stranger. She was the most energetic, alive girl ever. She loved her family & friends fiercely. Everyone was her friend and she celebrated differences. She was a practical joker & loved to prank her sister & brothers. She was involved in Emily’s Power for a Cure— a foundation started in memory of her 2 yr old niece. Carrie & Emily are painting heaven pink now.
Jefferson County


Cortney Thompson
19
Dandridge, TN
Cortney was always full of life and had a heart of gold.


Marti Dozier
1957 - 2023
Kingsport, TN
Marti loved her girls, her animals, and her work. Those fortunate to know her loved her as well. She was a loving, generous, caring spirit with a funny, unique sense of humor. Taken too soon and missed every day since.
Ryan Trent
November 25, 1986 - September 28, 2016
Jefferson • Hometown-Talbott, TN. At the time of his death he was living in Nashville, TN (Davidson County).
Ryan was a kind soul that lived life to the fullest. He loved the outdoors, motorcycles, snowboarding, wakeboarding, and hunting. He loved the holidays and family get-togethers. He always wanted to make sure the people he loved were okay. He had a heart of gold and lived more in his 29 years than most people do in a lifetime. His case remains unsolved. There is a $20,000.00 reward through Nashville Crime Stoppers, Inc. (615-742-7463).
Knox County


Alisa Hackworth McGhee
1965 - 2007
Knoxville, TN
Brandon Lee
1990 - 2020
Knoxville, TN
Brandon lived life fully. He worked hard & played hard. He loved being on two wheels: pit bikes, dirt bikes, mountain bikes & motorcycles. Brandon has many friends. He could talk to anyone; he never met a stranger. He walked into a room with confidence, not because he thought he was better than anyone but because he didn’t feel a need to compare himself with anyone. Brandon loved his family, especially his nephew Alec & nieces Scarlett & Ruby.
Brandon’s goal was to live his best life each day.
Demetrius Bomar Sr
1982 - 2022
Knoxville, TN
Demetrius loved spending time with his children, his God son and family. He also loved to watch football, he loved cookout, and just enjoying his life. He was always the life of the party. If you were having a bad day, he would brighten it up and make you smile and then tell you he loved you…. we love and miss you Coolazz Meatyy 😇
Dion Glass
1994 - 2019
Knoxville, TN
Dion was a young man with a soft heart. His brother was his best friend. He loved his mother and was always wanting to know where she was at all times. He often FaceTime’d her rather than call so that he could see where she was. He loved his mom’s cooking. Dion Was a self-taught drummer who grew up playing for the church. He is missed by his loving family and we are still waiting for justice.
Edwin Todd
1983
Knoxville, TN
Edwin, who Family called 'J.R.', and friends called 'Shaq', because of his love for Basketball 🏀, was my oldest Son out of 4 boys and 1 girl. He was a fun loving character who had a funny since of humor. 'J.R.' was into music, especially drums. His drum interest began in High School and Church. 'Shaq' enjoyed hanging with his two younger brothers and friends, playing basketball 🏀 and eating, which was another one of his hobbies. He loved his little sister too. We truly miss Edwin ❤️🌹!!!
Ella Lett
August 4, 2016 - July 13, 2020
Knoxville, TN
Ella Mae was a smart, sweet, beautiful, thoughtful, happy-go-lucky little girl. She loved to help people. She loved to make everyone laugh & smile. The love/bond she shared with her identical twin sister Emma was absolutely precious. They were best friends. She had such a sweet giving heart. She would always say, "Sharing is Caring." Ella was a giver. After she passed, she gave the best gift to 5 people by being an organ donor and giving those people the best surprise, a beautiful gift of life.
Emory Johnson
1998 - 2023
Knoxville, TN
Emory love to have fun and make everyone happy
Germany Hines Jr.
2006 - 2022
Knoxville, TN
Germany was a kind respectful loving kid. He loved to play basketball!
Jeffery Evans
1960 - 2022
Knoxville, TN
Jeff had many talents and gifts. He could sing, cook and a very good handyman. His greatest passion was fishing. He was deeply loved and missed.
Johnkelian Mathis
2/1/2004 - 8/8/2021
Knoxville, TN
Julius Parker
8/24/1946 - 2/12/2023
Knoxville, TN
Julius Franklin Parker, III was taken February 12, 2023. Jeff was born in Marion, NC but made his home in Knoxville. He is remembered as a precious, kind, gentle, and generous man with a genuine compassion for those in need. He loved time with family, adventures, music, nature, storytelling, hats, steaks on the grill, joking around, laughter, and educated conversations. Jeff was fun to be around and he smiled all the time. Memories of him will always brighten our lives.
Kerry (Uncle Bud) Dickinson
1963 - 2018
Knoxville, TN
Kerry (Uncle Bud) was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Gulf War period. He loved fishing, spending time with family, and traveling. He also adored animals of all kinds, blues music, and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was one of the most caring individuals you would ever meet and he would’ve given the shirt off of his back to anyone in need.
Matthew "MackJr" Scott
12-9-86 - 7-23-21
Knoxville, TN
MackJr lived his life smiling and made everyone he touched smile. He traveled all over the world and was known all around. My brother was loved by so many people he cared so hard. He helped so many lives through even the darkest time and that's how he will be remembered by his loved ones. He was a born comedian there was always laughter when he entered a room. Mack jr was was my hero and the world needs to share the type of love he gave when he was alive god rest his soul.
Nikita Nunez
1991 - 2021
Knoxville, TN
Kerry (Uncle Bud) was a proud U.S. Navy veteran who served in the Gulf War period. He loved fishing, spending time with family, and traveling. He also adored animals of all kinds, blues music, and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was one of the most caring individuals you would ever meet and he would’ve given the shirt off of his back to anyone in need.
Rebecca Honeycutt
1992 - 2021
Knoxville, TN
Rebecca was a bright light wherever she went, always smiling and full of laughter. She was clever, witty, and loved a good pun. Many talents allowed her creative and artistic ideas to become her labors of love. She enjoyed traveling, concerts, and cheering on the Vols. Rebecca supported events for Shriners Hospital for Children. She became “The Original Crawfish Queen of East Tennessee” when West Knox Shrine Club held its first-ever crawfish boil. It is now an annual event in Rebecca’s honor.
Terry McGhee
1947 - 2007
Knoxville, TN
Zachary Munday
2003 - 2019
Gibbs, Knoxville
Roane County
Sevier County
Courteney Kaliszewski
1995 - 2012
Seymour, TN
Courteney was a girl that had an old soul, never met a stranger and would preach the word of GOD to anyone who would listen. She was very active in Youth group, Second Harvest food Bank, Big Creek Missions, Under the bridge ministry and soo much more, Loved by many and cherished by all who knew her. She was supposed to start working at Zaxby's at the time of accident. She loved GOD and Hot Rods and was the proud owner of a 1972 Purple Cuda. Loved and miss by all
Heidi Johnson
2002 - 2023
Sevier County • Jefferson County
Heidi was a bright light with a feisty side, a free spirit who had the most beautiful eyes & smile! The time she loved most was spent hanging out, making people laugh, spending time with friends & family especially her nephew. She loved living her life her way! She acted as though she didn’t have a care in the world, but actually cared very deeply for others & her family. There wont be a day that goes by that friends & family wont think of her-she was just that kind of girl.
Madison Johnson
2001 - 2023
Sevierville, TN
Madison was such a free spirit who loved giving to others. She would light up a room with her smile. She loved to sing and dance and called the quarry her happy place where she would lie in a hammock for hours. She loved animals and would bring home any stray she found. She was definitely outgoing and full of energy but was also so loving and caring and you could never find a better friend/sister/daughter than her. Keep smiling in Heaven sweet girl!
Sullivan County
Addyson Cain
2013 - 2018
Kingsport, TN
Addy lit up every room. She was beautiful and full of life and love . She loved animals (especially dogs), playing American girl dolls and making slime with her older sister , swimming , riding bikes, going to the park, dancing and singing. She made a lasting impression on everyone she met. At only 4, she was taken from us way too soon. She will never be forgotten and always carried in our hearts until we meet her again.
Brandi Sims
1974 - 1989
Sullivan County
Brandi loved her brother very much. He taught her to play ball and he was so proud when she hit a grand slam. She had her dad Ralph wrapped around her finger and he loved to spoil her. We loved mother - daughter days. Brandi was a cheerleader, and she loved her friends. She also loved ballet, concerts and wrestling.
Charles Seaton Jr
1998 - 2020
Sullivan County
Charles Seaton Jr lived his short life of 22 years to the fullest. As his mother, I can tell you he was very spirited from the beginning. Charles Jr wanted to enjoy life & wouldn’t let anything keep him down for long. He was always smiling & very charismatic. People were drawn to his magnetism & often looked to him for courage & strength. He amazed me every day. Our memories are filled with his beautiful smile, charm, & laughter. Charles Jr is very loved & missed by everyone who knew him.
Michael Heatherly
1974 - 2017
Bristol/Sullivan County
Michael was a full-on hands-on dad from the time Ayden was born. Everything he did revolved around his son. He loved taking him fishing and taking on projects together like biking and cooking and Lego building. He always made time for holidays and birthdays and other family get togethers. He especially loved his nephews, to them he was Uncle Snuckle. When I or his sisters or brother -in-law needed help, he would always come. He was cherished by many. You are loved, mom.
Mike Locke
1952 - 2014
Kingsport /Sullivan Co.
Rowdy Yates
1973 - 2017
Bristol, TN
Rowdy Yates was a kind and loving person who loved his kids and family. He loved to fish and listen to Johnny Cash. Rowdy never met a stranger and was loved by so many.
Sue Dobbins
1943 - 2013
Bristol, TN
Our mother was a devoted wife to Carl Dobbins, Sr. for 48 years until his unexpected passing in March of 2004. She was a retired CNA working at Bristol Nursing Home, Graystone, & Wellmont. She was such a caring & loving person & she shared that with her patients & their families. She cherished her children & her grandchildren were the apple of her eye. She had just begun to enjoy her great grandchildren when she was taken from us. Heaven gained an Angel that we are promised to see again one day.
Timothy Glenn France
1989 - 2017
Kingsport, TN
He had a personality of humor like his father that passed before him. He loved his family and would give the shirt off his back to help anyone. He enjoyed playing video games and loved animals from his dog to reptiles especially his gecko. Most importantly was that he knew his Savior Jesus, our only consolation through such trauma and grief of missing him so much. We all love and miss you our precious Timothy!!!
Union County
Austin McReynolds
1992 - 2013
Andersonville/Union County
Austin attended and graduated with honors from Grace Christian Academy. He was a captain on the football team and played basketball. He was a member of the German Honors Society as well as the National Honors Society. He was also a member of the GCA Ensemble. He loved all things outdoors: hiking, disc golf, lake life, snowboarding, cliff jumping, four-wheeling and just hanging around in a hammock. Austin joined the Army in 2012 and served as a Combat Medic at Fort Campbell.
Washington County
Cheyanne Buck
1972 - 2019
Washington County
Colby Blackmon
1985 - 2020
New Orleans, LA • Washington County
Colby was the most amazing, caring, funny, loving man. He'd give anyone the shirt of his back. Colby was Cajun so add in the ragin' cajun. He worked so hard for my life with him. Colby was also nicknamed Wandern' Wolf. He was a modern day hobo riding trains & was the East Coast President of Goon Squad. Colby was beyond the best man I've ever had. After working long hard days, he'd come home an always take care of me. I'll never let you go Colby.
Middle Tennessee
Coffee County
Brandon McGee
1999 - 2020
Coffee County
Brandon had the kindest soul ever, he always wanted to protect everyone. His smile was everything. He played all sports, but basketball was his favorite. He leaves behind a daughter, Kayleigh. Brandon loved his daughter so much.
Chasity Hill
1994 - 2021
Winchester • Coffee County
Chasity is a beloved daughter, sister, mother, aunt and cousin. She had the smile that could light up a room and make anyone's day. She enjoyed riding around and listening to music. She was most definitely taken way too soon! She is loved&missed very much by her family! It's not a goodbye it's until we meet again!
Junior Taylor
1955 - 2011
Tullahoma
My dad, Junior Clay Taylor was an incredible man, unlike any other. He lived life to its fullest. He loved his family deeply doing all he could to help us even if that meant saying no and standing strong against what was not best for us. His faith in God was sure, he was a hardworker - he drove truck ever since he was just a young man of 17 in the Army. My dad was someone I could look up to, respect and forever I will be grateful for his love and the man he was !
Lisa McCoy
1972 - 2018
Coffee County
Davidson County
Aaliyah “LeLe” Ingram
2008 - 2022
Antioch, TN • Davidson County
Aaliyah was the sweetest person you could ever meet. She loved helping people. She was amazing at being a friend and she was my greatest blessing. She played soccer and basketball for Antioch Middle school. Aaliyah was killed during her 8th grade year, 3 days before Thanksgiving. She loved her family and friends. And most of all, Aaliyah had the most beautiful soul. She lit up every room she entered. She is greatly missed by many. #JusticeForAaliyah
Tonya Tyler
1974 - 1999
Nashville, TN • Davidson County
Dickson County
Cole Kilgore
1991 - 2011
Dickson County
Hickman County
Hailey June Laster
1995 - 2020
Lyles, TN • Hickman County
Victoria Lennette Clay Kelly
1984 - 2021
Hickman County
Victoria was born into a Navy family so did a lot of traveling. After settling in Middle TN, she graduated from Ezell-Harding, went to MTSU then UT Knoxville. Victoria was an animal lover and enjoyed riding horses and playing with her dogs. She was a hard worker with 14 years in property management.
Extremely generous, she would give all the cash she had to someone in need. She loved time with her family, especially her daughter. She left behind a large heartbroken family and 1 pit bull.
Montgomery County
Abigail Pamblanco
2012 - 2013
Clarksville, TN
Abby is missed by her two brothers Ricky JR, Emanuel Pamblanco, and Cavoni Pamblanco. I missed her too, and her grandfather Luis. I promise take care your siblings baby girl, this grandmother really miss you. Your grandparents and sibilings
Anthony "Tex" Turney
1959 - 1989
Cunningham, TN
“Tex” was a local business owner who loved to work and provide for his wife and two daughters. He enjoyed the outdoors and spending any free time fishing. He loved to sing, which is one memory his young daughters held dear as they grew up without him. He has been missed throughout the years by his siblings, numerous close friends, and his girls.
Billy Pace Jr.
1993 - 2016
Clarksville, TN
Billy was a fun loving charismatic father that loved spending time with his family and children. He loved professional wrestling.
Darrell Willis
May 16, 1982 - March 16, 2014
Clarksville, TN
Darrell was a loyal friend and family member. He loved his family more than anything. He would have you laughing so hard you’d cry. He was so loving and affectionate, He was tender hearted he would cry watching movies. He was always looking for adventures.. he loved making people laugh. He was my everything.
Dorris Clinard
March 21, 1950 - July 27, 2007
Clarksville, TN
Dorris was known by his family as a loving man. He graduated from Clarksville High School in 1968. He served in the U.S. National Guard for six years. He was employed at Level Valley Creamery in LaVergne, Tennessee for 25 years. An Elder at Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church, he was also a Sunday School teacher and choir member.
Douglas Ramey
1984 - 2011
Clarksville, TN
Douglas “DJ” Ramey was the father of 1 unborn daughter. DJ was a jokester and always made the family laugh. He kept his mother on her toes by playing tricks on her every chance he got to. DJ was known for talking to everyone. He didn’t meet a stranger. His favorite statements were, “I’m on my way. or I’m about to pull up now.” In true fashion that meant he was 1 to 2 hours away from arriving to the destination. DJ loved his family and friends dearly and is missed each and every day.
James "Doc" Rippie
1916 - 1968
Springfield, TN • Montgomery County
My sweet daddy, which I didn’t have enough time with and was robbed of that time together.
Justin Sawyer
2000 - 2020
Clarksville, TN
Justin was a free-spirited, selfless, driven, well-mannered young man. He lit up every room, and had a contagious smile and spirit. He made an impact everywhere he went, and he loved his family and friends. Justin enjoyed writing music, photography, playing sports, reading, and learning new things. House Rep, Jason Hodges, honored Justin with a House Resolution 25, honoring his memory, character, and commitment to living with courage.
Kendra Stanmore
1990 - 2010
Clarksville, TN
Kendra was a great mother to her daughter Calia. Kendra has 2 older sisters & a younger brother. And she was so excited to become an Aunt to her niece Chevya. Kendra lighted up every room she walked in. Kendra was a very caring & loving person she worked with people that couldn’t take care of themselves. She had a heart of gold.
Kenneth Yun Battisti
1976 - 1995
Clarksville, TN
Kenny’s curiosity and zest for life was infectious and inspiring to those that knew him. Always finding ways to bring people together, whether through his martial arts club or soccer. He used his incredible drawing and poetry skills to convey the intricacies of his creative mind. There was no doubt that he was ready to do amazing things . Even though his time was cut short, decades after he left us, his spirit inspires those of us who loved him to live our lives with as much drive as he did his.
Malik Madison
2001 - 2020
Clarksville, TN • Montgomery County
My beautiful Angel Malik was an amazing and loving Son. Family was everything to him. He loved his sister Celia and his Brother Jevon so much. His passion was playing basketball and spending time with family and friends. He was always goofy and silly. His smiles were heart melting from the day he was born. I would do anything to have my Angel back in our lives.
Matthew Potter
1982 - 2022
Montgomery County
Matt was a family man, who loved to do anything in his shop. Matt was one of the hardest workers, employed at Hendrickson. He also had a love for racing dirt late models, for most of his life. His favorite thing to do other than mowing the grass, was be with his wife and daughter. Matt had the biggest heart and would’ve given you the shirt off this back or the last dollar in his pocket. Matt had the best sense of humor, and if he wasn’t making you laugh, his smile would make any day better. ❤️
Princess Clark
Dec. 16, 1982 – June 11, 2015
Clarksville, TN • Montgomery County
Princess Clark was a baptized believer, she lover the Lord and served with love and kindness in her community. She was a loving wife and mother of three beautiful children. After graduating from North East High School. She enlisted in the U S Navy where she served for four years as a logistics specialist. She enjoyed spending time with her family for cookouts and Holidays, she was a family oriented person that loved laughter and fun times. Princess was the kindest person that I have ever known.
Rayquan Hudson-Lyle
1988 - 2017
Clarksville, TN
Rayquan better known as “Quan” was a loving father of a girl and a boy. They were the joy of his life and he called them Pebbles and BamBam. Quan was the 4th of July fireworks king! Family and friends would come from near and far to see the spectacular show each year! They were never left disappointed. Quan loved restoring old cars even some without roofs! He is missed every single day by all he loved and who loved him and his contagious smile. A smile that lite every room he walked into!
Teddy Cook
1947 - 2018
Indian Mound, TN
Teddy cook was a very fine man we would do anything for anyone. He loved life. He loved working at the laundry mat and He loved going fishing. And most of all he loved his Gos and he loved his family. He is so trebly missed and was loved by everyone
William & Ina Campbell
1927/28 - 2010
Clarksville, TN
My best memories were fishing with my grandfather and shopping with my grandmother. I used to feel so proud when I caught more fish than he did. And the one on one time with my grandmother meant the world we laughed and talked about everything without a care in the world.
Robertson County
Jonathan Crain
1999 - 2019
Greenbrier, TN
Jonathan was a loved father, son, brother and friend. He enjoyed loud, fast trucks and EVERY stray animal he could find. He was a chocolate milk connoisseur with a kind heart and stubborn personality. He was most excited to become a father before his life was cut short. His memory lives on with his son who reminds us so much of him. We love you Jonathan.
Savanna Puckett
1999 - 2022
Robertson County
Savanna was a Deputy for Robertson County Sheriff’s office in Springfield, TN. She loved her career and was hoping one day to be a detective. In her spare time she loved spending time with family, friends, and her puppy, Chloe! Savanna had a smile that could light up a room, with a little sassiness as well!! She was a beautiful sole inside and out! We love and miss our Hometown Hero! 💜🌻💜
Tyler Head
1991 - 2012
Springfield, TN • Robertson County
Tyler was the light of our family! He lit up every room that he entered, his smile was contagious and he loved life to the fullest! He was an Agricultural major at APSU and planned on farming and raising cattle. Tyler would jump in and help anyone that needed help. He loved hunting with his Papa Ed, loved his dog Shiloh and loved his family! We all have such a huge hole in our hearts without Tyler here!
Rutherford County
Trevor Murray
1996 - 2022
Lavergne, TN
Trevor was a loving son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend to many. He loved being with his family and friends. He had a smile that was contagious. He was sweet, charming, and funny. He was very athletic. He loved playing and watching football. He loved giving me a hard time when the Cowboys lost. He is loved and missed every single day.
Sequatchie County
Deanna Lawrence
46
Dunlap, TN
Smith County
Tristan Smith
1999 - 2022
Carthage, TN
Tristan always had a love for animals and possessed a very calming nature which made it so easy for everyone who met him to love him. When he was a little boy he would bounce on his spring horse while watching his favorite movies. During high school he was involved in theatre where he really began to shine. He enjoyed working out, teaching himself multiple languages and watching movies. He put others before himself and always offered a hug or word of encouragement. He is a true hero.
Sumner County
Bailey Donoho
10/7/1997 - 03/31/2019
Sumner County
Bailey “Boo” to all who knew was full of life. She always had a smile and never met a stranger. Her laugh was loud and contagious to everyone who ever had the honor of meeting her. Bailey was a friend to many and loved her family and son with everything in her soul. We love and miss you sis! Momma
Winter Denny
2013 - 2014
Sumner County
Winter was a happy, lovable, and beautiful baby girl. She is and will always be the love of her family’s life. She enjoyed nursery rhymes and Hickory Dickory Dock was her favorite, music, singing, story time, long lavender baths, snack time, Hello Kitty, bunnies, cuddling and spending time with her family. Winter is an Angel up Above. We love and remember her always. 💜🌸🦋
Trousdale County
Alyssa Jayne Edmondson
1984 - 2021
Kingsport, TN • Trousdale County
Van Buren County
Paul Rigsby
October 14, 1971 - February 20, 2004
Spencer County • Van Buren County
Paul Dwaine Rigsby was a loving Son, Brother, Husband, Uncle, friend and especially Daddy to 10 month old Amelia Jean (AJ) and was excited to be expecting a second child. We welcomed our Alyssa Corynn, September of the same year he was taken. He was a better Daddy in his short 10 months as a Dad than some men ever achieve in a lifetime. He loved working on his jeep. He would say "a jeep is not a vehicle, it's a hobby!" He worked hard for his family at United Technologies and was a proud Union member. He would be so proud of his daughters. Paul also had special friends that never stopped checking in on and/or spending time with his family. To say we miss him daily is not sufficient. He is missed with every heartbeat and every single breath. Forever and a Day.. until we meet again you are so loved and missed immensely.
Love, Sharon, Amelia, Alyssa, and all his family and friends.
Warren County
Wilson County
Caitlyn Kaufman
1994 - 2020
Lebanon, TN • Chicora, PA
Caitlyn was an angel to many on earth before she became an angel in Heaven. She loved life and loved helping people. She was brave and beautiful. She loved her dog Zeus and loved water skiing, lake surfing and spending time outdoors. She lived her dream of moving to Nashville and was a nurse at St. Thomas West Hospital as an ICU nurse. What a blessing she was to the world and her family. Her legacy continues to help students become nurses and fulfill their dreams of helping others.
West Tennessee
Carroll County
Madisson Bright
2001 - 2019
Atwood, TN
Madisson was beautiful. She had a loving heart, loved animals and wanted to be a veterinarian. She was lovingly known as Maddie by many and was a good big sister and great friend to many. She was extremely smart. She was funny and always making us laugh. She is missed by so many, and we honor her memory in many ways. Forever 18.
Decatur County
Holly Bobo
1990 - 2011
Darden, TN • Decatur County
Holly was a young energetic 20 year old, who loved a lot of outside activities while being much of a girlie girl. Holly loved riding 4-wheelers, horses, swimming (sometimes in the pond), hunting, and an occasional fishing trip to the lake. Holly loved her family, her boyfriend, her horse, and her dog (Rascal). She was a Christian and loved singing at church. Holly was pursing a career in nursing. She loved helping others, and everyone that met Holly fell in love with her. She is deeply missed.
Gibson County
Patti Hope Hathcock
2001 - 2021
Bradford, TN
Patti loved God, her family, people, and animals. She always rooted for and defended those who had special struggles. She knew she was dearly loved by Jesus and was very forgiving. She taught us lessons we could never have learned without God sending her to our family through adoption.
Henry County
Stella Caddell
1952 - 2020
Puryear, TN
Stella was not only my cousin but my best friend. She was generous to family and friends and often dropped off a fresh pie just because, no special occasion. Her chess pies were legendary. She was super intelligent and was valedictorian of the first graduating class of Henry County High School and went on to be a respected pharmacist specializing in nursing home pharmacy. Her many family members and friends miss her beyond words.
Madison County
Cole Felton
34
Jackson, TN
Cole had a huge heart that was larger than his body. His warmth and kindness was larger than life itself. He fiercely loved his family and his friends were more than friends. He was affectionately known as Uncle Cole to every kid he met. He LOVED Michigan State football and the Memphis Grizzlies. Cole was LOVED BY ALL AND MISSED BY MANY each and every day. XOXO
Louis Jones
24 yrs.
Jackson, TN • Madison County
Ronnie Hines
41
Madison County
Best little brother & would do anything for his family.
Serenity Yancey
5/17/15 - 10/30/18 • 3 yrs. old
Jackson, TN • Madison County
Shewanna Cross
5/25/67 - 8/16/20
Jackson, TN • Madison County
Shelby County
Anthony Able
1984 - 2021
Memphis, TN
Anthony accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior in October 1997 and was actively involved in church activities. Anthony had a soft side for his nephew, Elijah, and enjoyed spending time with him and his pets.
Anthony was passionate about auto mechanics and started his own part-time auto repair and tow truck business. He worked full-time as a mechanic at The Hub Automotive and considered it the best job he ever had. Anthony was knowledgeable in various fields and had a thirst for learning. He will be remembered by his parents, brother, nephew, uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.
Charlisa Reed
2001 - 2023
Shelby County
Charlisa was a high vibrational person who’s energy was felt by everyone in her presence. She loved to dance, laugh and make jokes so hilarious that it kept you smiling as you thought of her. She gave unconditional love to her family and friends that some have never felt before. Charlisa’s soul was so pure that helping others became part of her nature. Those who knew Charlisa can honestly say that, they’ve always felt better and uplifted just by her presence and heart warming energy.
Darryl Jenkins
September, 13 2021
Memphis, TN
My King loved by everyone that knew him...
Dr. Yvonne Nelson
1961 - 2022
Milwaukee, WI to Memphis, TN
In loving memory of Dr. Yvonne Denise Nelson, a beacon of light in our community and a powerhouse activist. Dr. Nelson's life was a testament to the power of unwavering dedication and tireless advocacy. Her journey was marked by a profound commitment to challenging racial, economic, and environmental injustice, ensuring the protection of basic human rights for the most vulnerable in our society. She loved her family and her community dearly.
Emmit Beasley
12/20/2004 - 10/23/2021
Memphis, TN
Emmit Beasley was a 16 year old upcoming rapper and YouTuber by the name of PSOEMMIT He was a fun loving junior at Southwind High School Emmit also worked at Wendy's Emmit was a som brother and uncle he was loved by many family friends and fans across the country Emmit aspired to work in the US Senate When you saw Emmit he was always smiling and he loved to help out the elderly in his community Emmit had a strong love and connection with the Good Lord.
Jatavius Benson
1996 - 2023
Memphis, TN
Jatavius was loved and adored by so many. He was an upcoming music producer & was wonderful at it. His talents went way further than just music though. His loving & caring spirit will forever linger on throughout our lives. A wonderful father, brother, husband & son he was & much more to all the family he friends he leaves behind. Your legacy forever lives on Jatavius “2LiveTheLegend” Benson.
Jonathan William David Hesford
1977 - 2021
Memphis, TN
Jonathan enjoyed life so much, loved to laugh & cut up. He was very passionate about writing his own song lyrics & music. He was always outside enjoying riding his bike around Memphis & was always willing to lend a helping hand if others were in need, even in the times that he was in need himself. He loved his family & was very close to his Mom. In fact, 2 weeks before he was killed on his bike in a hit & run, he was going to get a tattoo that said "Mama's Boy". I'm thankful that he knew Jesus.
Terry Henderson Jr.
22
Shelby County
Terry Ray Henderson Jr. inherited a love for learning, laughter, and loving others. He graduated from Philander Smith Univ in May of 22 and was a Behavior Counselor at Youth Villages. He had an innate love for cooking with aspirations of opening a restaurant. His heart was so full of love and as big as his smile. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Tristan James
2005 - 2022
Memphis, TN
Tristan had a smile that would light up a room! He loved to play basketball and video games, talk on the phone, and hang out with his friends. He was a very sociable kid and loved to be around people and go places with his family and friends. He was a helpful kid who loved to be called upon by anyone who would request his assistance.