Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Kathleen Eve Drobot
Sep 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Kathleen "Kathy" Drobot, age 67, of Portland, Tennessee, who passed away unexpectedly on September 23, 2026.
Born on November 3, 1958, Kathy brought warmth, kindness, and a vibrant spirit to everyone she met throughout her journey of life. Growing up, she had a loving relationship with her parents, Tom and Betty, and sisters, Joanne and Jeannie, and...
Linda Sue "Susie" Waller
Sep 26, 2026
Linda Sue “Susie” Waller, age 77 of Gallatin passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2026. Susie was born on July 27, 1949 to the late Gerald B. Sexton and the late Ann Jackson Hushour Sexton.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert L. “Bob” Waller; brother, William “Bill” Sexton; her sister, Barbara Ann Clements;...
Ronald Joseph Bates
Oct 19, 2026
Ronald “Ron” Bates, passed away peacefully at home on October 19, 2026. His journey with cancer was courageous, and he entered eternal rest and healing after a brave battle. Ron’s legacy is one of warmth, faith, family, and a profound love for the simple joys of nature.
Born on February 6, 1954, in Fort Riley, Kansas, Ron spent most of his...
William "Bill" Emmons Marcum
Oct 20, 2026
William Emmons Marcum, known to family and friends as Bill Marcum, was born in Columbus, Ohio, in 1961 to Roy and Marie Marcum. In 1968, his family moved to Hendersonville, Tennessee, where Bill would grow up, graduate from Hendersonville High School, and build a life filled with family, music, and the things he loved most.
Bill had a strong connection to...
Amy Ruth Jackson
Oct 17, 2026
Amy Ruth Jackson née Wall, age 94, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026. She is preceded by her husband of 69 years, Joe Leroy Jackson who passed away September 28, 2021. Amy had four children, David Joseph Jackson, (Helen), Roberta Anne Jackson, James Leroy Jackson (Diane), and John Mark Jackson. She had eight grandchildren, Virginia Spader Woods (Nathan), Ethan...
Leonard Wayne "Lynn" Ballou
Oct 16, 2026
Leonard Wayne “Lynn” Ballou, age 75, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on October 16, 2026. He was born on Christmas Day, 1950, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Sam Ballou, Jr. and Alice Ozell Alford Ballou.
In addition to his parents, Lynn was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sam and Lela Ballou and his brother Jerry Ballou.
He is survived by...
Linda Faye Carpenter
Oct 11, 2026
In Loving Memory of Linda Carpenter
Linda Carpenter will be remembered with deep love for the joy, warmth, and faith she brought into the lives of those around her. She was always laughing and smiling, and her laughter was contagious. Linda was sweet and kind to everyone, with a way of making each person feel welcome, loved, and encouraged. She made...
Kim Leslie Brosche
Oct 9, 2026
Beloved national radio personality Kim (Brosche) Leslie approached life with a sense of whimsy and an enduring passion for the people, causes and music she loved.
She died on Oct. 9, 2026, from Lewy body dementia in Gallatin, TN. But that is not how she lived; hers was a loud, technicolor lifetime that touched millions and helped shape the music industry.
Born...
Mary Ellen Guernsey
Oct 7, 2026
Mary Ellen Guernsey, age 77, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026, at Westmoreland Care & Rehabilitation Center. She was born on January 26, 1949, in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Marty and Bunny Emerick.
She leaves behind her brother, Ken (Carolyn) Abramson; her son, Chris (Jody) Hammond; and her daughters, Sherri Dunham and Rebecca...
Frances May Neuhaus
Oct 5, 2026
Frances May Neuhaus, age 82 of Hendersonville, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois to the late John and Beda Bates.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Vernon T. Neuhaus; and her parents, Beda Bates, along with Oliver and Julia Johnson.
Fran is survived by her...
Sandy and Allen Nash
Oct 2, 2026
Sandra and Allen Nash, of White House, passed away 13 days apart. Sandy on October 2, 2026 at age 74 and Allen on October 15, 2026 at age 77.
Sandra Tolley Nash was born on December 9, 1951 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Raymond and Aldonia Tolley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step-father,...
Evelyn Kelley
Oct 2, 2026
Evelyn (Ev) Marie Kelley, age 82, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, leaving behind alifetime of cherished memories with those who knew and loved her. Ev was born in San Francisco, California, to the late Alfredo and Dora Lucchesi.
Ev was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was happily married to the love of her life, James (Jim) Kelley, for...
Gladys Mae Bramble Wesley
Sep 29, 2026
Gladys (Childers) Bramble Wesley, age 89, passed away peacefully in the home she shared with Juanita (daughter) and Brad Kissell on Sept 29. She was preceded in death by her brother, Paul Childers, Jr.; her sister, Esther Shultz; her first husband and father of her children, John Bramble; her daughter Linda (David) Cooper, and her second husband, Ron Wesley.
Gladys leaves...
Nita Allen
Sep 25, 2026
Nita P. Allen, age 91 of Hendersonville, passed away September 25, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Nita was born on September 18, 1935 in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee to the late John Thomas “J.T.” Prince and the late Bessie Green Prince.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Charles Tyrone Allen; and siblings, Thomas...
Ronald Richard Heyn, Sr.
Sep 24, 2026
Ronald Richard Heyn Sr., age 93, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather.
Mr. Heyn was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Myrtle Louise Heyn, his daughter Holly Wood, and his parents, Emma and Rudy Heyn.
He is survived by his children Rhonda...
Richard Edward DeBlois, Jr.
Sep 22, 2026
Richard Edward DeBlois, Jr., of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 72. He was born on November 16, 1953, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, to Richard Edward DeBlois and Oma Jean Patton DeBlois.
Those who knew him best would describe Richard as a true hippie and a free spirit. He lived life in his own way,...
Glen Steven "Steve" Graves
Sep 22, 2026
Glen Steven “Steve” Graves, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and servant to his community, passed away on September 22, 2026. Born on November 23, 1955, Steve lived a life defined by hard work, steady faith, and an unwavering love for his family.
Steve shared a beautiful life with his first wife, Debbie Gross Graves, whom he married on June 27, 1980....
Charles Rogers Bryant, Jr.
Sep 17, 2026
Charles Rogers Bryant, Jr., passed away on September 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, family, friendship, and a life well lived.
Rogers, as he was affectionately known, was born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 24, 1955, at Brooklyn Naval Hospital. A proud graduate of Bowling Green High School and Western Kentucky University, he continued his education through executive...
Kenneth Vincent Franke
Sep 14, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" Franke passed away peacefully on September 14, 2026, at the age of 74, surrounded by the love of his family.
A dedicated professional, community volunteer, and cherished family man, Ken lived a life marked by integrity, leadership, and a spirit of service. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics from Benedictine University, laying the foundation for a distinguished...
Eloise Wright Viera
Sep 13, 2026
Mrs. Eloise Wright Viera passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, faith, and devotion to her family and the many children whose lives she touched.
Eloise was born in Cookeville, Tennessee, and was a proud graduate of Donelson High School in Tennessee, Class of 1966. She dedicated her entire working career to elementary education,...
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