Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Don Dickerson
Dec 11, 2025
Don L. Dickerson (1947–2025)
A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at his home with family in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
Don age 78 was born in Cairo, Illinois, in 1947, the oldest of four children born to Imogene (Parrott) Dickerson. He graduated from Cairo High School in 1965 and went on to earn...
Helen Jane Powers
Dec 21, 2025
Helen Jane Powers passed away peacefully on the evening of December 21, 2025. Helen Powers was born August 31, 1954 to Mary Ward Outlaw and Winfred Smoot Outlaw. A loving mother and beloved friend, she is survived by her son, Dustin Powers, and her faithful husband, Randy Pitt.
Helen grew up and lived in the greater Nashville area her whole life....
Casey Renee Pham
Jan 5, 2026
Casey Renee Pham (Bryant) "Kasey", age 29, passed away on January 5, 2026, at 12:52 p.m. at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Though her time here was far too short, the love she gave and the joy she brought will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew her.
Born on May 14, 1996, in Nashville, Tennessee, to...
Thomas Richey, Jr.
Dec 20, 2025
Thomas Richey Jr. passed away peacefully on December 20 at the age of 95.
Born on September 25, 1930, in Norwich, Connecticut, Tom lived a life shaped by integrity, curiosity, and kindness. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, an experience that instilled in him a deep love of the ocean and a lifelong devotion to his country....
Michael Gordon Malach
Dec 22, 2025
Michael Gordon Malach, age 80 of Portland, Tennessee and formerly of New York, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, surrounded by his family. Born on November 21, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York, he dedicated his life to those he cherished most, embodying a spirit of family and community.
Michael was a devoted husband to his wife, Rose Malach, with whom...
Eddie Hayes, Jr.
Jan 1, 2026
Eddie Hayes, age 69, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026.
Born on August 11, 1956, Eddie lived a life defined by dedication, quiet passion, and deep love for the things—and people—that mattered most to him. Eddie proudly served in the United States Air Force, a period that instilled in him a strong sense of discipline, commitment and...
Frank Anthony Varallo, III
Dec 25, 2025
VARALLO, III, Frank Anthony
Realtor and Business Entrepreneur.
Passed away on December 25, 2025, Christmas morning at the age of 87. Frank Varallo was born on October 27, 1938, in Nashville to Frank Anthony Varallo Jr and Mary Eva Aurelia Varallo. The oldest of four children, he is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Sparks Varallo, his sister, Eugenia Varallo Wright,...
Steven Craig Floyd
Dec 20, 2025
Steve Floyd, of Madison, passed away into a better place on December 20, 2025. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
He is survived by his parents, Daisy and “Pop” Carl Swarts; children, Hayden Floyd (Myra) and Miranda Floyd; grandchildren, Emma and Olivia; sister, Sue Martin (Matt); nephew, Nick Spilka (Megan); great niece and nephew, Kirsten and Canon;...
Brett Maggart
Dec 11, 2025
Brett Maggart, age 63 of Hendersonville, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025. A graduate of Hendersonville High School in 1980, Brett dedicated many years to the carpet and flooring industry. He not only owned his own carpet company but also contributed several years at Roy's Meat Market in Nashville, where his hard work and dedication earned him respect within...
Sylvia Wiseman
Dec 11, 2025
Sylvia Wiseman, age 70 of Portland, passed away December 11, 2025. Born on October 24, 1955, in Paducah, Texas to the late Juan and Dominga Reyna, Sylvia lived a life rich with love, compassion, and an unwavering spirit that touched the lives of many.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Sylvia's legacy will forever be cherished by her beloved husband of...
John Franklin "Frank" Spickler
Dec 2, 2025
John Franklin (Frank) Spickler passed away December 2, 2025. He was born October 24, 1946, to Charles Franklin and Kathleen Dodson Spickler in Harpers Ferry, WV, who preceded him in death, as did his brother Ralph Gardner Spickler. He is survived by the loves of his life, Sheila Dever Spickler, wife of 58 years; children Joshua Spickler (Ginger) and Ginger...
Darline Jean Ferguson
Nov 30, 2025
Darline Ferguson, age 68 of Hendersonville, passed away November 30, 2025 at her home. Darline was born in Germany where her father was serving in the U.S. Army on March 4, 1957 to the late Leonard and Dorothy Sparks.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Ferguson, Sr.; her step-mother, Gloria Sparks; and her...
Bentlee Grace Whitley
Nov 30, 2025
Bentlee Grace Whitley, a bright and beautiful soul, spread her vibrant light over the lives of many during her 13 years. Born on December 21, 2011, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, Bentlee graced the world with her magical spirit. Tragically, this loving daughter, devoted sister, and cherished friend left us too soon, passing away on November 30, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Sandra Gayle Demmink
Nov 27, 2025
Sandra Demmink, age 72 of Lafayette, Tennessee passed away peacefully on November 27th, 2025 at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on June 2, 1953 in Cheboygan, Michigan.
She was a woman whose heart beat strongest for her children, but even more for her grandchildren, who were the joy of her life. "What happened at...
Nannette King
Nov 24, 2025
Nannette B.L. King, age 71 of Gallatin, passed away November 24, 2025. Mrs. King was born on January 10, 1954 in Hendersonville, Tennessee to the late to the late Robert Buchanan Lane, the late Tilly Marie Collins, and the late Georgia May Jackson.
She is survived by her children, Willie King (Britaney) and Shirley Johnson; grandchildren, Charles W. King, III, Steven...
Wanda Michelle Lance
Nov 24, 2025
Wanda Michelle Lance, age 63 of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Westmoreland, TN, passed away November 15, 2025 at her home. She was born August 27, 1962 in Springfield, TN to the late Rex Lance and the former Susie Mai Binkley.
Ms. Lance loved her cats. She also loved reading and drawing, working on word search puzzles, and decorating for every holiday.
Ms....
Eva Jane Johnston
Nov 20, 2025
Eva Jane Johnston, 88, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Eva Jane was born on December 18, 1936, in San Diego, CA to James E. and Virginia (Van Wormer) Hard. She and her twin sister, Flo Jean Schlosser, grew up in West Plains, Missouri. They stayed in close contact with their high school friends in West Plains, enjoying annual...
Linda Faye Abernathy
Nov 18, 2025
Linda Faye Abernathy, age 78 of Gallatin, passed away November 18, 2025. Linda was born on September 23, 1947 in Bethpage, Tennessee to the late James and Roberta Brooks.
She is survived by her husband, Troy Abernathy; children, Bobby Bell (Ronda) and Kim Smith (Frank); sisters, Carolyn Brown (Kerry) and Janice Morgan (Bill); 7 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.
The...
James Vaughn Andrews
Nov 16, 2025
James Vaughn Andrews, affectionately known as "Jimmy," passed away on November 16, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Jimmy was born on December 7, 1947, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late C.E. Andrews and Lois Doss.
Jimmy enjoyed a 40-year career in sporting goods sales, with his last assignment at Ellett Brothers in Chapin, SC, where he was fondly referred to as "little...
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