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Obituary For Carl L. Poston
In Loving Memory of Mr. Carl L. Poston
Mr. Carl L. Poston, age 82, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Carl lived a life defined by honor, dedication, and service. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring with the rank of Sergeant First Class after nearly 22 years of distinguished military service from August 3, 1961, to July 1983. Following his military retirement, he continued his commitment to serving others as Director of Veterans Affairs for the State of Tennessee, where he faithfully served from 1983 to 2006, advocating for and supporting fellow veterans for 23 years.
Above all, Carl was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, family member, and friend whose kindness, strength, and unwavering love will be cherished by all who knew him.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Rayshell Poston; daughters, Cheryl Eden, Carla Fontenot, and Cheree Lester; son, Rayshaun Lester; granddaughter, Chrystina Robinson; grandsons, Carl Robinson and Paxton Marshall; brother , John Poston, along with many other loving relatives and dear friends.
Mr. Carl L. Poston was preceded in death by his mother, Hattie V. Penn, and his brother, William B. Penn.
In accordance with the family’s wishes, no services will be held.
The family sincerely appreciates your love, support, and prayers during this time. Please continue to keep the Poston family in your thoughts and prayers.
Arrangements Entrusted To: JC Hellum Funeral Home 107 Stokes Street Lebanon, TN 37087 (615) 444-4558
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JOHN POSTON planted 5 trees in memory of Carl L. Poston . - July 20, 2026
Rayshell, you have my deepest condolences. I will be praying for you and the family.
To my family, I express heartfelt sympathy. May God heal and bless your hearts
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers! I will miss you, my friend!!
The years we had together as loving brothers will always be treasured. Brother John
The Brooks family extends heartfelt sympathy to Rayshell and the entire family of our brother and friend, Carl. He was special to each one of us, and it saddens us to know that we will no longer be able to sit with him on this side of life. Fly well, brother. To those who are left to mourn, we say "may God's grace and peace surround and keep you."
My condolences for you and the entire family
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