Jodie Barringer Nashville TN Obituary, Death: Josephine “Jodie” “Jojo” “Plum” Davenport Barringer of Nashville, Tennessee, has died. Jodie, a Memphian by birth, was both a town and a country mouse. She moved quickly like the city, but she enjoyed running barefoot through her grandparents’ farm in old tattered Levis. Her laugh could be heard and felt miles away, whether in the city or out in the country.
Jodie relocated to Nashville after graduating from Ole Miss, where she raised a family and swiftly won Nashville’s heart. She began her career as a high school English teacher at Franklin Road Academy, where she influenced many students whose paths would intersect later in life.
Her love of making something out of nothing inspired her to start her own business, which she properly dubbed “Let’s Play House” after her daughter’s love of playing house. Her entrepreneurial mindset set the stage for an inspiring and unique career in Nashville’s luxury real estate market.
She has been a top producer in the Nashville market for many years, having received Silver Level Awards of Excellence in 2001, 2002, and 2008, Gold Level Awards of Excellence in 2003, 2004, 2009, and 2010, Platinum Level Awards of Excellence in 2005, 2011, 2012, and 2013, and Sapphire Level Awards of Excellence in 2006 and 2007. In 2020, she received the Nashville Business Journal’s Top 25 Agents of Middle Tennessee honour. Her Green Hills News story headlined “News from the Homefront” changed the way real estate was sold and delivered. In her articles, readers discovered not just a shrewd entrepreneur, but also a valued confidante and a new amusing best friend.
Jodie was a dedicated worker in every way. Her athletic ability and persistence were demonstrated at her favourite 5.8-mile circle at Percy Warner Park, where she had previously run the loop while pushing a stroller with two babies. It wasn’t uncommon for her to be stopped on the street and complimented on her beautiful legs and shape. She served on the board of the YMCA. She discovered mental and physical clarity via exercise, and she relished pushing her body and mind to their limits.
Jodie was a God-fearing woman, and God may have scared her slightly. She exuded energy, brightness, love, jazz, spirit, dancing, and music. Her imagination knew no bounds. Her capacity to connect with anyone stemmed from her unconditional love for everyone. Jodie was a beloved mother of two, devoted daughter, devoted sister and aunt, profound writer, exceptional real estate agent, and the life of the party. Her sense of humour, intelligence, and seductive charm seemed unearthly. Her hugs were famous.
Her laughter was contagious, her energy was unstoppable, and her ability to get others out of their comfort zones made her a welcome presence at every gathering. She had a way of making everyone feel recognised and cherished, and those who were fortunate enough to witness her singularly lovely personality will miss her greatly. She gave a small piece of herself to everyone she met until she had nothing left to offer.
She had recently launched Flying with Heels On, a brand dedicated to assisting newly divorced women in re-establishing their financial independence. We know her legacy goes on, and she’s flying with heels at the moment. We encourage everybody who can attend Wednesday’s service to wear heels and fly with Jodie.
Mental illness and addiction are common terminology in today’s culture, however they may not apply universally. You either know someone who is addicted or you are an addict yourself. We are extremely proud of her and each stage of her life. We celebrate her accomplishments while still acknowledging her hardships. Although we don’t fully understand God’s plan, we can move forward knowing she is at peace with her loved ones and with God.
Jodie’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. LT Barringer and Dr. and Mrs. Harry J. Guffee, died before her. Jodie is survived by her parents, Betty Jane and Johnny Barringer, her daughters Libby McLellan (Lee) and Leila Smith, brother Johnny (Laurie), nephew Johnathan, and niece Carly.
