11/03/2026
With heavy hearts, we’re sharing the news that Lanell Padgett passed away on October 30 at the age of 84.
Lanell’s roots run deep at Modern Marine. In 1972, her father, Ernest Buchi, encouraged Mr. Padgett to start Modern Marine, and she was part of the business from that day on. She pulled boats for us, ran errands, and attended every boat show and dealer meeting, always with Johnny by her side. The two of them did everything together, and she brought him a joy and calm that everyone around them could see.
Nobody loved talking college football more than Mrs. Lanell, especially when Auburn was playing, and nobody loved talking about her grandkids more. She genuinely cared about our employees and their families, and she showed up for our weddings, new babies, and milestones. Her kindness and the way she made every one of us feel like family are just a few of the things that will always stay with our team.
We will miss her dearly. Our hearts are with Johnny; their children, Johnny, Jeff, Jill, and Jason; their 11 grandchildren; and everyone who loved her.
🕊️ Services: Sunday, November 8
Visitation: 1:00–2:45 PM
Funeral: 2:45 PM
Brentwood Hills Church of Christ, 5120 Franklin Pike, Nashville
Committal to follow at 4:00 PM, Woodlawn Memorial Park, 660 Thompson Ln
The full obituary: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/nashville-tn/lanell-padgett-13103323/add-memory
With love,
The Modern Marine Family
