Longtime Nashville Resident Wayne Anderson Greer Dies at 85

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Wayne Anderson Greer, a lifelong resident of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026, at the age of 85 due to complications following a fall. Greer was known for his deep roots in the community, his involvement with local sports teams, and his dedication to his family, including his wife of 66 years and their three children.

Why it matters

Greer's passing marks the end of an era for a pillar of the West Nashville community, where he was actively involved in supporting local youth sports and maintaining community spaces. His story highlights the importance of community engagement and family-oriented values, which he embodied throughout his life.

The details

Greer was born in 1940 in Nashville and grew up in the Nations area, attending local schools. In 1959, he met his wife Maxie at a YMCA dance, and they married the following year. Together, they raised three children - Tina, Tammy, and Tony. Greer was heavily involved in his son's sporting activities, going so far as to build a regulation baseball field and softball field behind his home, known as 'Greer Stadium West.' He was also an avid golfer and longtime member of the West Nashville Moose Lodge, known for his generosity and community spirit.

• Wayne Anderson Greer passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026.
• Greer was born on April 12, 1940 in Nashville, Tennessee.
• Greer met his wife Maxie at a YMCA dance in 1959 and they married in 1960.

What’s next

Greer's funeral services will be held on February 18-19, 2026, with visitation on February 18 from 4-8 PM and February 19 from 9-11 AM, followed by a funeral service from 11 AM to 12 PM. Entombment will follow at 12:30 PM at the mausoleum at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens.