Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Marilyn K. Melancon
Jan 3, 2026
Marilyn K. Melancon, lovingly know as Mom, Nan, or Mimi, passed away, peacefully, on January 3, 2026; she was 90 years old.
Marilyn, and her twin sister, Marjorie Peytral, were born on November 20, 1935, in New Orleans, LA; Marjorie is the elder twin. Marilyn was one of seven children, raised by her parents, William R. and Marguerite Kelly. After her...
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...
Richard Alan Petersen
Apr 10, 2026
Richard Alan Petersen, age 66, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on April 10th, 2026. Born on September 17th, 1959, in Racine, Wisconsin, Richard spent the majority of his life in Portland, Tennessee, where he was cherished by many.
Richard was a man of many talents and pursuits. A true jack of all trades, he found joy in...
James Wesley Parrish
Apr 7, 2026
James Wesley Parrish, a beloved husband, father, and friend, was born on November 15, 1966, in Madison, Tennessee. He left this world on April 7, 2026, in Goodlettsville, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a spirit of hard work that touched everyone he knew.
James, who spent much of his life as a dedicated roofer in the construction industry, was...
Willard Richard Foulk
Mar 29, 2026
Willard Richard "Dick" Foulk, age 94, of Macon County, TN, passed away March 29, 2026, at his home. He was born December 22, 1931 in Green Bay, WI.
Dick was preceded in death by his son, Michael Foulk; granddaughter, Tammy Lewis; and his beloved wife, Connie Foulk. He is survived by Diane Pooler, George Foulk, Chera Young, Vickie Lewis, Penny Gentry,...
Myrtle Marie Vanhooser
Mar 29, 2026
Myrtle Marie VanHooser, age 61 of Portland, TN, went to her heavenly home on March 29, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her love for life and family kept her going until the end. She was born September 10, 1964 to Homer Calvin Parker and Margaret Ray Parker in Lafayette, TN.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents; brothers,...
William F. "Bill" Gonder, III
Mar 29, 2026
Bill Gonder, age 76, of Hendersonville, entered into his promised and long awaited new life through Jesus Christ on Palm Sunday, March 29th, 2026.
Bill was born in Morristown, NJ on November 28th, 1949 and was a lifelong resident of NJ until moving to TN in 2013. Most of his life was spent in the small town of Flanders, NJ.
Bill was...
Candice Irons
Mar 29, 2026
Candice (Candy) Lurene Irons, age 78, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on the morning of March 29, 2026.
Born on August 21, 1947, in Muskegon, Michigan, Candice was the daughter of the late Kenneth Paul Hoag and Evelyn Madge Hoag. She lived a life centered on love, family, and service to others.
Candice was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker whose...
Robert Clarence Kisler, Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of Robert C. Kisler Jr.
October 13, 1942 – March 25, 2026
Robert C. Kisler Jr., 83, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on March 25, 2026. He was born on October 13, 1942, and lived a life defined by devotion to his family, his faith, and the things he loved most.
Robert was preceded in death by his beloved wife,...
Jerome A. Kaczmarek
Mar 25, 2026
Jerome A. Kaczmarek, a proud welding field expert and dedicated family man, passed away unexpectedly on March 25, 2026. Born on February 1, 1953, in Buffalo, New York, Jerry began his career in the welding field at the young age of 16. He loved his work and was proud of his profession. In recent years, he served as the branch...
Patricia Gay Claypool
Mar 24, 2026
Patricia Gay Claypool, age 78, of Cottontown, Tennessee, took her last breath, surrounded by family members, on March 24, 2026, though they are persuaded that her spirit passed through the gates of heaven into the loving arms of her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Sunday evening, March 22.
Gay was born in Owensboro, Kentucky, February 25, 1948, to the late...
Mark Ray Keegan
Mar 24, 2026
Mark Ray Keegan, age 61, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on March 24th, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on August 6, 1964, in Detroit, Michigan, to Ralph and Betty Keegan.
Mark spent his early years in Williamston, Michigan, before moving to Sandy, Utah, where he graduated with honors from Alta High School in 1982. From a young age, he...
Milton David Jones
Mar 23, 2026
Milton David Jones, age 60 of Gallatin, passed away on March 23, 2026.
A 1985 graduate of Gallatin High School, David distinguished himself as a gifted athlete, participating actively in football and excelling in baseball during his formative years. His athletic abilities were one of his proudest accomplishments, a testament to his commitment and competitive spirit. Beyond his school years, he...
Robert Wayne Smith
Mar 22, 2026
Robert Wayne Smith, age 63, of Cross Plains, TN, departed this life on March 22, 2026. He was born on May 22, 1962, in Springfield, Tennessee, to John Smith, Jr. and Sue Helen Groves Smith.
Robert was lovingly known as "Smitty" and "Shakey” to those who knew him best. He was a dedicated construction worker, known for his skill in operating...
Marilyn Wright Etheredge
Mar 20, 2026
Marilyn Wright Etheredge, age 82 of Hendersonville passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026 after a long battle with COPD. Marilyn was born on January 5, 1944 in Harriman, Tennessee to the late William and Viola Wright.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Bill Etheredge; and siblings, Wesley Wright, Jack Wright,...
Kim Alexander McAllister
Mar 19, 2026
On March 19, 2026, Kim Alexander McAllister of Hendersonville passed away after a brief illness. Kim was born to Norman McAllister and Cristel Jornson in Saratoga Springs, NY on October 27, 1934, the eldest of five children. He was a 1952 graduate of Saratoga High School, where he played basketball, volleyball and was a standout varsity baseball player on the...
Cynthia Manning Wheeler
Mar 19, 2026
Cynthia Manning Wheeler, known affectionately to many as Cindy, passed away on March 19, 2026, in Nashville, TN. Born on September 26, 1963, in Albuquerque, NM, Cindy lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to those she loved.
Cindy was a beloved member of her community, dedicating twenty-three years of her career to Walton Ferry Elementary. Her...
Charles Allen Vantrease
Mar 16, 2026
Charles Allen “Buddy” Vantrease, age 78 of Gallatin, TN passed away Monday, March 16, 2026. He was born in Gallatin, TN on May 27, 1947 to Roy and Gladys Belle Barber Vantrease.
Buddy grew up in Gallatin, spending time on the family-owned Crescent Hill Dairy Farm. He was a member of the 1965 graduating class from Gallatin High School. He was...
Debra Lane Murray
Mar 16, 2026
Kindness, compassion, empathy and love…
These are four of the most important human virtues that often seem in short supply these days. There is no doubt about it – the world would be a much happier place if more people embraced these traits.
However, whenever a person comes along who is guided by the spirit of love and kindness, they serve as...
John Daniel Potts
Mar 15, 2026
John Daniel Potts, age 59 of Nashville, TN died Sunday, March 15, 2026 in Nashville. He was born January 24, 1967 in Louisville, KY to William David Potts Sr. and Ruth Deloris Jean Bland.
John loved his family and he loved his Lord. He enjoyed the outdoors immensely, whether visiting the mountains or just taking in the scenery wherever he happened...
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