With the exception of large cities, Tenn. death records began in 1908-1912. Nothing for 1913. Then starting 1914 they started listing parents names. There's a 50 year waiting period to release to the public. The Tenn State Archives has those released as well as Clevleand Hist. Library in
Bradley Co. Tn. The newer ones you need proof of relationship and comes from the Health Dept.
http://www.tennessee.gov/tsla/history/vital/vital.htm This link will explain further. Joy