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We pause this Father's Day weekend to remember those no longer with us.

We invite you to comment below with the name of your dad, or even leave a picture of him in the comments, as we join in celebrating his memory with you.

“A father’s love is forever imprinted on his child’s heart.”

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Eugene Sullins Jr. Obituary
SULLINS, JR., Eugene Martin “Marty”, age 77, of Bethpage passed away at Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford on May 31, 2024. Mr. Sullins was a veteran of the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Martin Sullins Sr. and Lassie Cunningham Sullins. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Carol Rhoades Sullins; sons, Sean Puhl, Chad (Kristin) Thompson, Kyle (Alyson) Thompson; grandchildren, Garrett Puhl, Madison Puhl, Gavin Thompson, and Madeline Thompson.

Cannot overlook the support of longtime friends from both Vinny’s Pub and Sully’s Pub N Grub.

The family will have a memorial at a later date.

Leonel Contreras Martinez Obituary
En lo más profundo de mi ser,
donde habita el amor más puro,
te llevo en cada pensamiento,
mi amado hijo, mi tesoro seguro.

La vida nos separó en este mundo,
pero tu esencia vive en mi corazón,
cada latido lleva tu recuerdo,
en cada suspiro, encuentro consolación.

Tus risas llenaban mi existencia,
tus abrazos, mi refugio y fortaleza,
aunque ahora sólo queden recuerdos,
siempre serás mi luz, mi gran nobleza.



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Junio 13 de 2024

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Donna Connelly Johnson

Donna Connelly Johnson was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother “Nana”, and friend. She went home to be with the Lord on June 6, 2024, at the age of 74.

Donna was born in Nashville, Tennessee on May 31, 1950, to William and Ruby Connelly. She grew up in the Woodbine area and graduated from Central High School in 1968. She was well known for her hospitality and loved hosting family and friends for cookouts and holiday gatherings. She enjoyed animals, baking, watching classic movies, cooking, and attending musicals. One of her favorite traditions was designing and decorating cakes for everyone’s birthday, including her own.

Donna is survived by her childhood best friend and husband David Johnson of 48 years, her sons Chris Johnson and David Johnson, her daughter Alice Johnson, her daughters-in-law Ashley Johnson and Katie Tuttle, son-in-law David Krause, eight grandchildren (Larissa, Cole, Peyton, Katelyn, Addyson, Corynne, Ella, and Abigail), and her dear friend Jan Massingale.

Donna held everyone close to her heart and her laughter, love, and kindness will be missed by all her family and friends. Private arrangements will be made per her wishes.

Sadly, some area funeral homes often follow a “one size fits all” approach to funeral arrangements. When your paperwork is done, and payment has been received in full, your cookie cutter funeral will be scheduled.

At Ellis Funeral Home & Cremation Service, we are committed to helping every family create a unique farewell that tells the story of a lifetime.

Ellis Funeral Home | Nashville TN funeral home and cremation Nashville TN funeral home and cremation I want to thank each and every one at Ellis Funeral Home. They were all extremely helpful and I truly appreciate everything they did to help make my father's funeral just the way I wanted it. Thank you also to Rick for putting the work into the music, it was perfect! Thank you to Roxie for helping m...

Roberto Estrada Pedrosa, de 54 años, partió a los brazos de Dios el día 1 de junio, 2024. Nació el día 25 de febrero,1970 en Zacatecas, México, hijo de José Estrada y Margarita Pedrosa. Roberto es sobrevivido por su amada esposa, el amor de su vida por 24 años, Corina Estrada y siete hijos: Diana, Margarita, Alejandra, Roberto, Jose, Fernando, y Gustavo Estrada.
Porque fuiste un ser humano maravillos- siempre alegre, un padre lleno de amor e irremplazable, y un excelente hijo, hermano y amigo. Gracias por enseñarnos cada día a vivir con el corazón y con el alma, a entregar todo para no arrepentirnos de nada. Ve con Dios, y que sea El quien ahora disfrute de tu presencia.
En memoria de Roberto la familia los invita a celebrar su vida el día viernes 14 de junio, 2024. Se celebrará una misa al 11:00 AM en Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Catholic Church y se llevará a cabo una visitacion en Ellis Funeral Home a las 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM. El entierro será en el sabado 15, de junio en cementerio Woodlawn a las 11:00 AM.



Roberto Estrada Pedrosa, age 54, departed into the arms of God on June 1st, 2024. He was born on February 25th, 1970, in Zacatecas, Mexico, the son of José Estrada and Margarita Pedrosa. Roberto is survived by his loving wife, the love of his life for 24 years, Corina Estrada, and seven children: Diana, Margarita, Alejandra, Roberto, Jose, Fernando, and Gustavo Estrada.
Because you were a wonderful human being—always joyful, a loving and irreplaceable father, and an excellent son, brother, and friend. Thank you for teaching us every day to live with our heart and soul, to give everything so that we do not regret anything. Go with God and let Him now enjoy your presence.
In memory of Roberto, the family invites you to celebrate his life on Friday, June 14th, 2024. A Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church with a visitation following at Ellis Funeral Home from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Burial will be on Saturday, June 15th, 2024, at Woodlawn Cemetery at 11:00 AM.

Debra Kay Varden, 70, passed away on June 06,2024 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Born on May 20,1954 in Franklin, KY. She lived a long fulfilling life. She was blessed with three children, all of whom she was very proud of and who survived her

Tiffany Tomlin, Jeromy Wright and Dereke Wright.

She is also survived by eight grandchildren who she adored, 2 great-grandchildren.

Her Family and sisters Patricia Snyder Judy Vaughn and Sheila Davis will always remember her with love.

She will be cremated in accordance with her wishes with plans for a celebration of life with her extended family.

The gathering will be at Ellis Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Tuesday June 11 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Questions about social security benefits after the death of a loved one in Nashville?

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This week marks the one-year anniversary of the passing of the following individuals. May they rest in peace.

💔 Dealing with Grief? You're Not Alone 💔

Losing a loved one is one of the toughest experiences we can face. It's important to remember that you don't have to go through it alone. Seeking help can make a world of difference. Whether it's talking to a friend, joining a support group, or reaching out to a counselor, there are resources available to support you.

It's okay to ask for help. It's okay to take your time to heal. 🌱❤️

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🌟 Honoring a Life in a Unique Way 🌟

When it comes to saying goodbye to a loved one, why not celebrate their life with a personalized touch? 🌼✨

Consider creating a unique funeral that truly reflects who they were. 🎶 Incorporate their favorite music to fill the space with their spirit. 🎵 Share pictures and videos that tell their story, bringing back cherished memories. 📸 And don’t forget memorabilia that was important to them – their favorite book, a beloved instrument, or a collection of their art. 🎨🎸

We will help you transform the farewell into a beautiful tribute that captures their essence and celebrates their journey. 💖✨

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William Floyd Wood, age 82 of Brentwood, TN
Our precious Grandaddy left us on May 26, 2024.
He left our family with memories to last a lifetime.
He will be missed every day and especially missed during trips to the river,
football season, March Madness,
the holidays, family dinners celebrations and the annual trips to Aruba.
He is preceded in death by his parents. Eva Wood and Carl Wood.
Survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Carolyn Wood,
brothers: Ron Wood (Joyce), Larry Wood (Lynne),
daughters: Debbie Wood, Micky Meryman (Mark),
sons: Brian Wood (Dawn), Ken Wood,
six grandchildren: Brandon wood (Jamie) Cameron Minton. Madeline Lindsey (Ian).
Max Merryman (Caroline), Briawna Wood, Mc Merryman and
one great-granddaughter, Evins Merryman.
Bill retired from CSX Railroad in 2000 after 41 years of service.
Bill attends Clearview Baptist Church.
Visitation will be at Ellis Funeral Home on 2627 Nolensville Pike Nashville TN, Wednesday May 29,2024 from 4:00pm to 8:00 pm.
Visitation on Thursday May 30 at 10:00 am, at Ellis Funeral Home.
Followed by Funeral Service at 11:00 am.
Interment will follow at Christ Church Memorial Gardens.

❤️🤍💙 Freedom isn't free. ❤️🤍💙

Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it. - Unknown 🇺🇸

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Feeling the weight of loss? You're not alone. 💔

Our grief support resources offer a space to find strength and encouragement for your grief journey. Whether you're navigating fresh pain or still carrying old wounds, know that we are here for you. 🕊️

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CARL LEE CERTAIN
2/25/1959-5/11/2024

Carl Lee Certain passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at the age of 65. Lee was a highly respected man who loved his family, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Southern Rock. He loved being from, and living in, Tennessee; his favorite greeting was “ain’t it good to be alive and to be in Tennessee “. He was a master mechanic and an all around jack-of-all-trades. He loved fixing things and building things, especially if it meant helping others. He was a much-loved husband, son, father, grandfather, and friend. Lee is survived by his wife Cathy Certain; his children, Rachel (Jimmy) Hill and Carl Lee (Deanna) Certain II; and his grandchildren, Kinlee Hill, Oliver Hill, and Ryder Certain; his parents Ernest Eugene and Linda Thompson; his brothers, Tommie Thompson and Victor Certain; his sisters, Toni Thompson and Lori (Donald) Franks; his aunts, Valerie Smith and Faye Ryan; and many, many nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins and friends. Lee was preceded in death by his father, Tom Certain, and his dearly loved grandparents and great-grandparents. A private memorial with the family will be held soon. In lieu of flowers or donations Lee would want those who loved him to remember him through his family, his music, his little acts of kindness, his love for others, and through the beauty of the world that surrounds us. So maybe you would like to plant a tree or a flower that would remind you of Lee and your own special times with him. Lee will truly be missed by all who loved him and will be in our hearts forever!

It's what all families we serve can expect from us, day or night, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are here when you need us.

Funerals are more than just ceremonies; they're vital for the healing process. 💔✨

In moments of loss, gathering with loved ones to honor and remember the departed provides comfort, closure, and a sense of community support. It's a time to celebrate a life lived, share cherished memories, and find solace in the embrace of those who care.

While grief may feel overwhelming, coming together in a funeral allows us to acknowledge our emotions openly and begin the journey toward healing. It's a beautiful testament to the impact our loved ones have had on our lives and a reminder of the enduring bonds that connect us.

We are here to help you cherish and honor your loved one, with dignity and love, through a meaningful funeral. 🌹

Ellis Funeral Home | Nashville TN funeral home and cremation Nashville TN funeral home and cremation I want to thank each and every one at Ellis Funeral Home. They were all extremely helpful and I truly appreciate everything they did to help make my father's funeral just the way I wanted it. Thank you also to Rick for putting the work into the music, it was perfect! Thank you to Roxie for helping m...

Lottie Carlene Carter age 69 of Bowling Green, Kentucky passed away on Saturday May 11, 2024. Lottie was born in Nashville, Tennessee. She was a loving sister, daughter, Mother and Grandmother. She loved Elvis Presley and loved to dance. Lottie is survived by her children Lottie Deweese, David Earps, Ronnie Carter, and Carla Jean Willis, and her Daughter-In-Law Dezeraye Carter, her grandchildren Michael Raines, Chris Raines, Alexis Earps, Ronnie Carter III, Mariah Carter, Isaiah Carter, and Roman Carter, her sister Dorris Owen, and her brothers Carl Willis, Charles Willis, and Herman Willis. Lottie is proceeded in death by her parents Carlton and Dora Willis, Her brothers Richard Willis, Ed Ingram, and Eugene Ingram, her sisters Earlene Matthews, Darlene Goodrich and Charlene Dotsun, and Daughter-In-Law Trina Earps. Lottie’s services will be as follows Visitation Wednesday May 15, 2024 from 1pm to 8pm, Visitation Thursday May 16, 2024 from 9am to 12:30pm then the Funeral Services Thursday May 16, 2024 at 12:30pm.

“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.”

Since 1949, Ellis Funeral Home & Cremation Service has been serving the Nashville community and surrounding areas with the most meaningful funeral service possible. Whether you choose a traditional service with burial or one of our many cremation options, with bilingual and experienced staff that will help you plan the best choice for you and your loved one.

Ellis Funeral Home | Nashville TN funeral home and cremation Nashville TN funeral home and cremation I want to thank each and every one at Ellis Funeral Home. They were all extremely helpful and I truly appreciate everything they did to help make my father's funeral just the way I wanted it. Thank you also to Rick for putting the work into the music, it was perfect! Thank you to Roxie for helping m...

No day but today.

Ellis Funeral Home | Nashville TN funeral home and cremation Nashville TN funeral home and cremation I want to thank each and every one at Ellis Funeral Home. They were all extremely helpful and I truly appreciate everything they did to help make my father's funeral just the way I wanted it. Thank you also to Rick for putting the work into the music, it was perfect! Thank you to Roxie for helping m...

Thinking about preplanning your funeral? It might not be the most cheerful topic, but it's a practical one.

By preplanning, you're not only relieving your loved ones of the burden, but you're also ensuring your wishes are met. It's an act of love and consideration. Take the time to think about what matters most to you and discuss it with your family. It's never too early to plan for the future.

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