James Cato Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-02-20T15:30:00
End: 2025-02-20T15:30:00
Location: First Presbyterian Church of Nashville

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Cato of Nashville, Tennessee, born in Atlanta, Georgia, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on February 9, 2025 at the age of 71, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Eugene Cato and Marguerite Wise Cato; and his sister Eugenia Cato Varboncouer. He is survived by: his wife Linda Gonzales Cato; his children, Bob Cato (Karrie) and Julie Marshall (Jordan); his grandchildren, Caroline, Bo Cato, Miles and Molly Marshall; his siblings, Nancy Cato Grabb and John Cato (Joan); and his brothers-in-law, Randolph Gonzales (Donna), Robert Gonzales (Angelle) and Tony Varboncouer. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and close friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Harding Academy (170 Windsor Drive, Nashville, TN 37205), Missions at First Presbyterian Church, or a charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Crawford Mortuary & Crematory

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February 12, 2025

Julie Hendrix wrote a sympathy message

“I wasn't a close friend of Jim, but his family should know that his colleagues held him in the highest regard. His professional career is a legacy that will not be forgotten, and his patients all knew what an amazing physician he was, as did those of us at Heritage Medical Associates. I am proud to have known him from a distance and to have been one of his partners at HMA. If it weren't for him and a few others, I would not be leading the happy professional life that I am. Julie Hendrix, MD”

February 12, 2025

Waldo Floyd III wrote a sympathy message

“What a fine man and lifetime friend was Jim! As I told him often, I would not have made it into medical school without his advice and dragging me to the library when non academic temptations beckoned. I am thankful for his example and guidance. Memories of his humor, enthusiasm, and brilliance are cherished. I send my heartfelt condolences to Linda and the family. Waldo Floyd”