OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.

Marlene Wood

Marlene Wood

Apr 2, 2025

Marlene Brumley Wood, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 83, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Born on February 10, 1942, in Donna, Texas, Marlene dedicated her life to service, faith, and family.

A proud graduate of El Segundo High School, Marlene excelled in her studies and received awards for her remarkable typing...

Robert Bruce Sims

Robert Bruce Sims

Jan 24, 2025

Robert “Bruce” Sims, 73, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 24, 2025 surrounded by his cherished family at their home in Portland, TN. With determination and strength, Bruce fought a courageous 11 month battle with inoperable brain cancer.

Bruce was born Dec. 22, 1951 in Danville, KY to the late Robert Brown Sims and Hilda Robinson Sims. They instilled...

Michaela Lee Varsakelis

Michaela Lee Varsakelis

Apr 20, 2025

It is with deep sadness and heartbreak that we announce the passing of a precious life taken too soon.

Michaela Varsakelis died on April 20, 2025 at her home in Gallatin after sustaining fatal injuries.

Michaela was a caring mother and loving daughter and sister. She loved music and was always smiling. She did not deserve to be taken from her family...

Slavica Janic

Slavica Janic

May 16, 2025

With faith in the Resurrection and eternal life, we inform relatives, godparents, and friends that on Friday, May 16, 2025, at her home in Hendersonville, in the Lord reposed.

Slavica Janic(née Lazić)July 18, 1978 – May 16, 2025

Slavica was born in Ruma, Serbia, to her late father Dragoljub and mother Bosiljka Lazić. In 2007, she entered into holy matrimony with Dragomir...

Philip E. Johnstone

Philip E. Johnstone

May 12, 2025

Philip E. Johnstone, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 12, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, at the age of 90. Born on October 30, 1934, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Philip led a life enriched by service, adventure, and deep family values.

A proud veteran, Philip served in the United States Air...

Walter L. Lamb

Walter L. Lamb

May 10, 2025

Walter L. Lamb, age 98, of Hendersonville, TN, formerly of Pittsfield, IL, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1927 in Decatur, IL, the son of Arthur Phillip Lamb and Lena D. Hendrix Lamb of Bement, IL.

Wally attended school in Bement and graduated from Bement High School in 1945. Following high school, he immediately...

Linda Patterson

Linda Patterson

May 9, 2025

Linda Patterson, a longtime resident of Hendersonville, left this world to be in the presence of her Heavenly Father on May 9, 2025 at age 87. Linda was born on March 2, 1938 in Anderson, SC to the late Luther Reid Blackstone and the late Virginia Kennett Blackstone.

Linda is survived by her children, Paula Jo Ryan and Gary Clayton Patterson;...

Mary Bradford Purnell

Mary Bradford Purnell

May 5, 2025

Mary Bradford Purnell was born to Arthur and Mazie Bradford on August 19, 1952 in Georgia. After settling in TN, she met Joel Purnell. They moved to Portland, TN, where they joined New Hope Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of Dennis Page, Pastor. They were married on February 6, 2002 and were together until her last day.

Mary was a...

Carolyn Jeanette Hess

Carolyn Jeanette Hess

May 5, 2025

Carolyn Jeanette Hess, born September 25, 1937, in Michigan to Garrett and Yolanda Everson, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025.

A devoted mother, Carolyn’s greatest joy was her family. She was the proud mother of ten children: Debbie Ford, Joanne Perkins, Vera Atkins, Tim Blount, Laurie Porath, Ron Blount, Sherry McCallister, Teresa Zackery, Karen Ferrantelli, and Fred Hess.

 Her legacy continues...

Melissa Hood

Melissa Hood

May 1, 2025

Melissa Davis Hood, a beloved wife, mother, and friend passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN. She fought courageously against breast cancer. She was born on December 23, 1964 in Louisville, KY, and was preceded in death by her father, Rex Davis, and her mother, Rosalind Davis. She is survived by her husband, Robin Everett...

Daniel A. "Danny" Ellis

Daniel A. "Danny" Ellis

Apr 28, 2025

Daniel A. "Danny" Ellis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated public servant, passed away on April 28, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Born on September 9, 1972, in Madison, Tennessee, Danny made a lasting impact on all who knew him throughout his life.

After graduating from Wurzburg American High School in Germany,...

Tommy D. Copeland

Tommy D. Copeland

Apr 27, 2025

Graveside Services will be conducted on Sunday, May 4, 2025, 2:00 P.M. at Mapleview Cemtery in Smyrna, TN.

James Allen Silcox

James Allen Silcox

Apr 26, 2025

James Allen Silcox, age 59 of Westmoreland, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 26, 2025. 

James was born February 6, 1966 in Gallatin, TN to the late William and Lorraine Silcox.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Roger Keller and Chris Silcox.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Lorena Silcox; brothers, Larry...

Gloria Darlene Wright

Gloria Darlene Wright

Apr 26, 2025

Gloria Darlene Wright, age 74 of Hendersonville, passed away April 26, 2025. Darlene was born on July 5, 1950 in Nashville, Tennessee.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Oliver; sister, Joyce Oliver; brother, Marvin Oliver, Dale Oliver, and Donnie Oliver; daughter, Stacey Mummert; son, Anthony Wright; ; brother-in-law, Larry Wright.

Darlene is survived by her husband of 40 years,...

Reeda Louann Hutton

Reeda Louann Hutton

Apr 22, 2025

Louann Hutton, age 67 of Gallatin, passed away April 22, 2025. Louann was born on February 19, 1958 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Harvey Reed Parks and the late Nannilu Naomi Cherry Parks.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Paula Parks; and her fiance', Gary Williams.She survived by her children, Reed Farley (Kristin)...

Sandra Wright Upton

Sandra Wright Upton

Apr 20, 2025

Sandra Wright Upton, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and treasured friend, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 12, 1946, in Florence, Alabama, Sandra was a proud graduate of Coffee High School. Throughout her life, she was known for her vibrant personality and was affectionately dubbed "Fancy" by her...

David Willis Gill

David Willis Gill

Apr 19, 2025

David Willis Gill, age 64 of Nashville, passed away April 19, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. in Gallatin City Cemetery.

Leonard Joseph Kroeger, Jr.

Leonard Joseph Kroeger, Jr.

Apr 14, 2025

Leonard "Len" Joseph Kroeger Junior, born December 7, 1944, passed away on April 14, 2025, surrounded by his family who loved, respected, and cherished him throughout his life.

Len is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Diana Kroeger; his devoted and loving daughter, Andrea Michelle Dyer (Brian Dyer); his devoted and loving son, Leonard Jeffrey Kroeger (Kelly Kroeger); and...

Martha Buskirk Hellmann

Martha Buskirk Hellmann

Apr 14, 2025

Martha Buskirk Hellmann, Age 100, of Hendersonville, Tennessee. Martha was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Charles B Hellmann and her beloved sisters, Virginia Duley and Barbara Schneider. She is survived by her six children, Susan (Ed) Emberson. Sally Korty, Linda (Don) Krause, Chip (Janice) Hellmann, Barbara(Ray) Bumblis, Beth Hellmann, seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great- grandchildren. Martha...

Jacky Dean "Jack" Heath

Jacky Dean "Jack" Heath

Apr 14, 2025

Jacky Dean Heath, affectionately known as “Jack,” age 84, of Franklin, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on March 5, 1941, in Goodlettsville, TN, he was the eldest of four children to the late Walter and Irene Heath. A proud graduate of Goodlettsville High School, Class of 1960, he was a standout...

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