Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Sherry Melissa Ortiz
Aug 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Sherry Melissa Ortiz on August 20th, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee.
A full obituary will become available soon.
Please join the family in celebrating Sherry's life on Monday, August 31st, 2026, at Sumner Funeral and Cremation Lakeside in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Visitation will take place from 10:00am to 12:00pm with a celebration...
Glenda Ruth Huff
Aug 27, 2026
Glenda Ruth Huff, age 72 of Castalian Springs, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026 at her home.
Funeral Services will be conducted on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. from the Corum Hill Baptist Church with Bro. Jonathan Peace officiating. Interment will follow in Corum Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be on Tuesday at the...
James Michael Ginnetti
Jul 11, 2026
James Michael Ginnetti, beloved husband, brother, uncle, friend, and extraordinary musician, passed away leaving behind a legacy of music, laughter, and love that will continue to resonate for generations.
Born into a large, close-knit family as one of eight children, James was the son of the late Joseph Nicholas Ginnetti and Marion Vincenza Muscolo Ginnetti. Music found him early, and by...
Thomas Frank Meares
Aug 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas “Tom” Frank Meares on August 20, 2026. Born in Carthage, Missouri, Thomas later moved to Robinson, Illinois, before permanently relocating to Hendersonville, Tennessee, in 1988.
Tom was a man who possessed a sharp wit and was jovial to the end. He loved to joke, possessed a wonderfully biting sense...
Janis Altom
Jul 27, 2026
Janis Altom, 79, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026. She was born on June 26, 1947, in Abilene, Texas, the oldest daughter of Carl and Helen Jensen.
Janis graduated from Abilene High School in 1965 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, TX in 1969. While attending Hardin-Simmons, she participated in a mission trip...
Brenda Sue Ferguson
Aug 24, 2026
Brenda Sue Ferguson went home to Glory late Monday night, August 24, 2026.
Born November 21, 1946, she was raised in the mountains of Anawalt, West Virginia. She attended Spanishburg High School in Spanishburg, West Virginia, and achieved her executive secretarial degree at Beckley College in Beckley, West Virginia, leading to a long and successful career. Her first position using that...
Lowell Laurence Loehnert
Jul 17, 2026
Mr. Lowell Laurence Loehnert passed away on July 17, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories with those who knew and loved him.
Born in Porterville, California, Lowell was the son of Richard Arthur Loehnert and Essie Cody Loehnert. For many years, Lowell was self-employed as a chimney sweep, taking pride in his work and the relationships he built with...
Julie Marie Rager
Aug 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Julie Marie Rager, who entered eternal rest on August 3, 2026, at the age of 53.
Julie was a devoted mother, a proud Nana, a loving family member, and a cherished friend. She had a beautiful spirit that could light up a room and a heart big enough to make everyone...
Richard Milton Edwards
Aug 18, 2026
Dr. Richard Milton Edwards (Rich) passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2026.
He was a devoted husband, proud father, and purely delighted in his latest role as grandfather (“Pop Pop”).
Rich will be remembered as a true and accomplished academic. He received his BA in Philosophy of Science from the University of Tennessee Knoxville; his MDiv from Columbia Biblical Seminary...
Nancye Lynn Hunter
Aug 17, 2026
Nancye Hunter, age 94 of Gallatin, passed away August 17, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.
Nancye was born on November 5, 1931 in Robertson County, Tennessee to the late Joseph Lawrence Hunter and the late Audrey Olene Sampson.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Hunter and her four siblings.
She is survived...
Billy H. Templeton
Aug 15, 2026
Billy H. Templeton, age 76 of Gallatin, passed away August 15, 2026 at his home.
A lifelong resident of Sumner County, Billy was born on March 1, 1950 to the late Johnny Franklin Templeton and the late Nellie Eunice Shrum Templeton.
In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by his son, Chris Templeton, one brother, and three sisters.
Billy is...
Elizabeth "Betsy" Uldrich
Aug 14, 2026
Elizabeth “Betsy” Uldrich, age 63 of Goodlettsville, passed away August 14, 2026. Betsy was born on July 30, 1963 in Nashville to the late Carl Reed Davenport and the late Elizabeth June Mayo Davenport.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Dian Davenport Douglas.
Betsy is survived by her husband of 43 years, Phillip Uldrich; children, Andrew...
Ricky Allen Jones
Aug 9, 2026
Ricky Allen Jones, age 65, of Castalian Springs, Tennessee, passed away leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, hard work, and a legacy that will not soon be forgotten. Ricky was born in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Milton “Billy” Jones and the late Betty Jean Hunter Jones.
Ricky was a true country man at heart. He loved the outdoors, hunting,...
Jason Lee Strong
Aug 8, 2026
Jason Lee Strong was born on August 3, 1975, in Phoenix, Arizona, and passed away August 8, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Jason is survived by the love of his life Emily Jean; mother Debbie King; grandparents CeCelia and Larry Benovsky, and Tom Crittenden; sister Billie Jo Strong and her husband Josh Neiman, and their children Brayden, Clayton, Bodhie and Lettie;...
Joseph Shawn Cupit
Aug 8, 2026
Joseph "Joey" S. Cupit, 49, passed away on August 8, 2026. Born in Houston, Texas, on June 8, 1977, Joe was a man defined by his strong work ethic, his independent spirit, and an unwavering dedication to the people in his life.
Joe was a stickler for detailed quality in his work and a familiar face in his community. He owned...
David Turner Farrar
Aug 8, 2026
David Turner Farrar, age 85 of Hendersonville, passed away on August 8, 2026. David was a native Nashvillian and graduated from Hillsboro High School and Vanderbilt University. He earned his PhD in Chemistry from the University of South Carolina and spent his professional career as an educator, first as a chemistry professor in Cookeville, Tennessee and Williamsburg, Kentucky, and later...
Livie Lloyd Cripps
Aug 3, 2026
Livie Lloyd Cripps, age 93 of Hendersonville, Tennessee slipped into the arms of his Savior on August 3, 2026.
He was a loving husband, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a generous and hard-working man who loved and served the Lord and his family.
Lloyd was a faithful member of Faith Baptist Church for over 40 years where he served as a...
Melody Holloway
Aug 1, 2026
Melody Perry Holloway (“Mimi”) January 27, 1961 – August 1, 2026. Melody Perry Holloway, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 1, 2026, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, at the age of 65. Born on January 27, 1961, in Morristown, Tennessee, Melody lived a life defined by warmth, deep faith, and an extraordinary capacity to love others well.
For 27 years, Melody...
Patrick Damon Fathera
Aug 1, 2026
Patrick Damon Fathera, aged 49, passed on August 1, 2026. Born to Daniel Fathera and the late Linda Hollis on July 18, 1977, in Nashville, Tennessee, Patrick lived a life filled with laughter, generosity, and the love for helping others.
Patrick, a native of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, spent most of his career as a plumber. However, his expertise extended far beyond...
Betty K. Hines
Jul 26, 2026
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, Betty Jo Hines, nee Kittrell. She passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
Betty was born in Defeated Creek and raised in Carthage, TN. She arrived in Hendersonville in 1972 and has lived here ever since. She devoted her time to raising her three boys and cheering...
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