Wayne Anderson Greer

Wayne Anderson Greer passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026, from complications following a fall, leaving his family and friends deeply saddened. He was 85 years old.

Born on April 12, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, Wayne was the son of Anderson and Marie Greer. He grew up in the Nations area of West Nashville and attended Cockrill Elementary School and Cohn High School, forming the roots in community and family that stayed with him throughout his life.

In 1959, Wayne met the love of his life, Maxie Cherry, at a YMCA dance. They married in 1960 and built a life grounded in family, hard work, and community. Together they raised three children - daughters Tina and Tammy, and their son Tony.

During Tony's youth, he was actively involved in his sporting activities and often coached his teams.

Behind his home on Old Harding Road, Wayne built a regulation baseball field and a softball field, affectionately known as "Greer Stadium West." With help from volunteers, he made sure the fields were always ready, providing a place where countless local teams and school groups could practice and play.

In 1961, Wayne boxed for the Nashville Police Department, where he completed rigorous training and competed for the Golden Gloves. He was also an avid golfer with a low handicap, at one time, who enjoyed regular rounds with friends at Temple Hills Country Club and McCabe Golf Course, as well as golf trips that created many lasting memories.

He was a longtime member of the West Nashville Moose Lodge #2221 and was known for giving back to his community whenever he could.

Wayne began working at a young age and carried that strong work ethic throughout his life. He was dedicated to providing for his family and often worked more than one job to make sure they had the opportunities they needed. He retired from Ford Glass Company in 1995, though he remained active over the years helping with several small businesses in West Nashville, including The Trolley on 49th Street and G and H Used Cars on Charlotte Pike, and managing various properties. More than anything, Wayne took pride in the family he and Maxie built together and in seeing their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren grow and succeed.

Nothing brought Wayne more joy than his role as a father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He rarely missed a sporting event or milestone involving his children, grandchildren or great-grandchildren, always showing his steady support and encouragement.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Anderson and Marie Greer; sisters Patsy Greer and Sherry Downing; nieces Gina Walker and Terry Biggs Knight; and nephews Chuck Greer, Robbie Greer, Barry Greer, Andy Downing, and Rod Biggs.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Maxie Greer; daughters Tina (Jeff) Miller and Tammy (Melvin) Stewart; son Tony (Michelle) Greer; brother Ray (Carol) Greer; grandchildren Jaclyn (Jake) Clute, Natalie (Kyle) Mast, Jim Miller, Max Miller, and Carter Greer; great-grandchildren Wayne Mast, Leanna Mast, and Jackson Clute; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Wayne was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His legacy lives on through the family he created, the community he supported, and the many lives he touched.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 4 o'clock in the afternoon until 8 o'clock in the evening and Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 9 o'clock in the morning until 11 o'clock in the morning at West Harpeth Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, February 19, 2026, from 11 o'clock in the morning until 12 o'clock in the afternoon at West Harpeth Funeral Home.

Entombment will follow Thursday, February 19, 2026, at half past 12 o'clock in the afternoon at the mausoleum at Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens.