OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.

James Purnell "Bubba" Brinkley, Sr.

James Purnell "Bubba" Brinkley, Sr.

Oct 20, 2025

James Purnell "Bubba" Brinkley, Sr., age 48 of Hendersonville, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2025. A dedicated and accomplished artist, Bubba showcased his talents as a painter while also making significant contributions to his family's backhoe business alongside his brother.

Bubba's educational foundation was laid at Beech High School, where he not only excelled academically but also made his mark on...

Joseph Mark Saldana

Joseph Mark Saldana

Oct 21, 2025

Joseph Mark Saldana, age 61 of Cross Plains, TN passed away October 21, 2025 in Nashville, TN. He was born February 29, 1964 in Milwaukee, WI to Lawrence and Zeffie Saldana.

Joe loved cars, drag racing, and car shows, and anything to do with the automotive industry. He loved cooking, and he was very passionate about his work. Above all, he...

Levi William Clutts

Levi William Clutts

Oct 20, 2025

Levi William Clutts, age 37, of Cross Plains Tn., passed away unexpectedly Oct.20 ,2025. Levi was born on June 21, 1988 in San Antonio, TX to Trent and Rebecca Clutts.

Levi was a people lover. Grocery shopping with his mother would find young Levi greeting other shoppers with outstretched arms. They came home with empty bags but hearts full of love.

Another...

Robert Bremer

Robert Bremer

Oct 13, 2025

Robert was born April 22, 1945, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Helmuth and Dorothy (Schroeder) Bremer.

His family moved to the Lake Delton area where he attended elementary and high school. Robert spent Summers working the family business, where he gained the entrepreneurial spirit he carried his entire life.

On August 19, 1966 he married Carolyn Wood, and they settled in...

Chris Logan

Chris Logan

Oct 3, 2025

Chris Logan, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on October 3, 2025. Born on November 27, 1960, in Orlando, Florida, Chris lived a life dedicated to serving others and nurturing the next generation.

Chris graduated from Florida Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, which laid the foundation for his...

Carolyn Hester Wood

Carolyn Hester Wood

Sep 28, 2025

Carolyn Hester Wood, age 79, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on September 28, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee after many years of illnesses. Born on August 11, 1946, in Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee, Carolyn lived the majority of her life in Middle Tennessee with fond memories of her time in Macon County.



Carolyn is survived by her three daughters: Michelle (Greg) Shoemaker,...

Todd Allen Shoulders

Todd Allen Shoulders

Sep 26, 2025

Todd Allen Shoulders, 54, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on September 26, 2025. He was born June 24, 1971 to Linda and Paul Shoulders.

At the age of 12, Todd was saved at Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He graduated from Gallatin High School and ITT Technical Institute. He later built a career as a proud business owner, where he was...

John F. Booze

John F. Booze

Sep 21, 2025

John F. Booze, 82, of Hendersonville, TN passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Tristar Hendersonville Medical Center. John is survived by his wife, Patricia A. (Stoner) Booze whom he married on September 5, 1964; daughter, Connie Booze and son, John E. Booze (Kim Reese). Other survivors include: grandchildren; William Hingson, Skyler D. Stebing, Moriah Keller and Anastasia Gilbert. Great...

Stanley Erroll Marlar, Sr.

Stanley Erroll Marlar, Sr.

Sep 21, 2025

Stanley Erroll Marlar, Sr., age 77, passed away September 21, 2025. Stan was born in Corinth, Mississippi on November 8, 1947 to the late Talmadge and Virginia Marlar.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Vic Marlar; and sister, Felecia Bivens.

He is survived by his wife, Julie Hoffman; son, Stan Marlar, Jr.; grandchildren, Haley Langston...

Allie Mae Brewer

Allie Mae Brewer

Sep 20, 2025

Allie Mae Brewer, age 99 of Hendersonville, TN and formerly of Anderson, IN, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025. Allie was born in Hancock County, Tennessee on June 30, 1926 to the late John and Cordelia Ratliff.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver Brewer and her son, Scottie Brewer.

Allie is survived by...

Keith Alan Ebinger

Keith Alan Ebinger

Sep 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Keith Alan Ebinger, age 73, announce his peaceful passing at his residence in Hendersonville on September 18, 2025 with his wife of 47 years, Regina by his side. He had been fighting a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease for 10 years.

Keith was preceded in death by his father, Robert Ebinger Sr.,...

Hazel L. Bartlett

Hazel L. Bartlett

Sep 16, 2025

Hazel L. Bartlett, born on. August 4, 1963, to the late Birdie Mae Bowers Bartlett and William Henry Bartlett, was a beloved daughter of Louisville, Kentucky, and cherished figure to many, passed away peacefully at her home in Gallatin, Tennessee, on September 16, 2025, at the age of 62. Hazel dedicated her life to caring for others, leaving an indelible...

Jerry Soares

Jerry Soares

Sep 15, 2025

Jerry Soares, a dedicated law enforcement officer and beloved member of his community, departed this life unexpectedly while on duty on September 15, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born on July 31, 1962, in Visalia, California, Jerry lived a life marked by service, commitment, and a deep sense of purpose.

Over the course of an esteemed 41-year career in law enforcement, Jerry's...

Ronald Edward Cantrell

Ronald Edward Cantrell

Sep 14, 2025

Ronald Edward Cantrell passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025 at Vanderbilt Medical Center. Ronnie was born on April 11, 1963 to Ronald and Barbara Cantrell.

He is survived by his loving daughter, Haley Cantrell, his loving mother Barbara Long, his sister, Vicky Cantrell Van Norstran, his sister Sandy Lee, his brother Eric Cantrell, 3 nephews, Daniel Van Norstran, Austin Cantrell...

Cecil Ray Stubblefield

Cecil Ray Stubblefield

Sep 11, 2025

Cecil Ray Stubblefield, 80, of White House, TN went home to his Heavenly Father on September 11, 2025. He was surrounded by his loving family in the home he built. He was born on May 26, 1945, in Goodlettsville TN to Lester Ray and Ada McCormack Stubblefield. He attended Madison High School and continued his education at Nashville Auto Diesel...

Robert Daryl Chambers

Robert Daryl Chambers

Sep 9, 2025

Robert Daryl Chambers, age 74 of Gallatin, passed away on September 9, 2025, at Sumner Regional Medical Center in Gallatin, Tennessee. He was born on July 13, 1951, in Austin, Kentucky, and left an enduring legacy both in his family and in his professional life.

A dedicated employee, Robert worked in quality control at Alcoa from 1984 until his retirement in 2007....

Teresa G. Eden

Teresa G. Eden

Sep 7, 2025

Teresa G. Eden, age 70, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Highpoint Health Ascension Saint Thomas in Gallatin, after a short illness. She was born on September 30, 1954, in Gallatin to the late Ruby Estelle (Rodgers) Eden and Thomas C. Eden.

A 1972 graduate of Gallatin High School, Teresa continued her education at Volunteer...

Russell Lamb

Russell Lamb

Sep 7, 2025

Russell Lee Lamb May 23, 1948 – September 7, 2025

It is with great sadness and profound love that the family announces the passing of Russell Lee Lamb in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by his devoted family.

Russell was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Lamb; his wife, BeLinda Lamb; his son,...

Betty Harrison Stephens

Betty Harrison Stephens

Sep 7, 2025

Betty Harrison Stephens, age 95 of Hendersonville passed away September 7, 2025. Betty was born on September 18, 1929 in in the Siloam Community of Macon County, Tennessee to the late Porter Young Harrison and the late Dixie Simmons Harrison.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas Stephens; brother, Charles Harrison; and two...

Pat Lynch

Pat Lynch

Sep 5, 2025

Pat Lynch, age 79 of Goodlettsville, went to be with the Lord on September 5, 2025. Pat was born on January 8, 1946 in Akron, Ohio to the late Orba Lee Lynch and the late Mattie Irene Lynch.

In addition to his parents, Pat was preceded in death by his brother, Phil Lynch.

Pat is survived by his loving wife, Mary Lynch;...

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