Nan Hurley Downing Obituary
The family of Nan Hurley Downing (Brownsville, Tennessee) announces her passing on October 11, 2026. Nan, born on July 2, 1948, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Nan for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Nan’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, L. Z. Hurley and MyraJo Hurley; her husband Richard Downing; her nephew Bradford Dayton Mann, Jr.; and her sister Sue Hurley Keathley.
She is survived by: her daughters, Suzanna Martinez and Amy Martinez Thweatt (Donnie); her granddaughter Anna Claire Thweatt; her sister Linda Mann (Bradford); and her brother-in-law Jimmy Keathley.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Tabernacle Cemetery (3000 Tabernacle Rd, Brownsville, TN 38012).
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tabernacle Methodist Church, Betsy Thornton, 57 Old Highway 19, Brownsville, TN, 38012.
