Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Tom Bowers
Nov 3, 2026
Tom Bowers, age 74 of Hendersonville passed away November 3, 2026.
Thomas Watson Bowers was born on February 10, 1952 in LaFayette, Georgia to the late Bill R. Bowers and the late Annie Jo Gunson Bowers. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his infant brother, Robert A. Bowers.
Tom is survived by his wife Barbara Ann Bowers;...
William Earl Hall
Jun 1, 2026
William Earl Hall, a beloved husband, community member, and dedicated insurance broker, passed away on June 1, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on August 26, 1942, in Des Moines, Iowa, William made the vibrant city of Hendersonville, Tennessee, his home in 2002.
Bill enjoyed a distinguished career spanning over 55 years in the insurance industry, earning the prestigious title...
Christine Elisabeth Sprout
Nov 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Christine Elisabeth Sprout on November 1st, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Christine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She emigrated to the United States with her mother from Vienna, Austria, after the end of World War II. She married her beloved husband, Elmer Wayne Sprout, on March 20th,...
Deborah Lynn Newsome
Oct 31, 2026
Deborah (Debbie) Lynn Newsome, 75, of Gallatin, TN, died in her own home on October 31, 2026.
Debbie was born in Franklin, KY, in 1951 to Joel and Dorothy Johnson. Debbie loved God and devoted her life to being a Sunday School Teacher and a witness for his Word. She was a member of Liberty United General Baptist Church and enjoyed...
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...
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...
Julie Junice Summers
Nov 6, 2026
Julie Junice Summers, 67, passed away on November 6, 2026, surrounded by love and with her two daughters by her side. She spent her final days in the comfort of her daughter’s home, cared for by those who loved her most.
Born and raised in New Deal, Tennessee, Julie was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She treasured her family...
Jerry Sparks Guttery
Nov 4, 2026
Jerry Sparks Guttery died on November 4, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee, at the age of 90.
Born on January 2, 1936, Jerry Sparks Guttery lived a long life centered on family. Jerry is remembered by spouse of 40 years, Johnnie Guttery; children Casey Singletary of Nashville, Tennessee, Emily Singletary Pinon of Birmingham, Alabama, and Stephen Guttery and spouse Jennifer of Horseheads,...
Syble Odell Tucker Johnson
Nov 3, 2026
Syble Odell Tucker Johnson, age 96 of Gallatin, passed away November 3, 2026.
Syble was born on October 12, 1930 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Sam Lee Tucker and the late Annis Ray Tucker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Gowan Johnson; her oldest son, Gowan Johnson; her daughters-in-law, Cindy...
Ronald L. Hostettler
Oct 30, 2026
Ronald L. Hostettler (“Ron”), 77 of Hendersonville, TN passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026, after a long battle with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and Frontotemporal Dementia.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, James Hostettler and Edith Hayslip, and was born on August 26, 1949, in Mansfield, Ohio. Ron attended Ohio State University 1969-72 and developed a love for golf...
Bonita Jean Porcello
Oct 27, 2026
Bonita (Bonnie) Jean Porcello
On October 27, 2026, Bonita (Bonnie) Jean Porcello, 83, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Bonnie was born on August 12, 1943, in Wellsville, New York, to her parents, Edward Lynch and Juanita Plaisted Lynch, and grew up in Allegany, New York. She spent nearly 20 years in Tellico Village in Loudon,...
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...
Larry Gale Brooks
Oct 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of Larry Gale Brooks
Age 77 | Bethpage, Tennessee
Larry Gale Brooks, age 77, of Bethpage, Tennessee, passed away October 18th, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, unforgettable stories, and a family who loved him dearly.
Larry was born to the late Henry Odell Brooks and Lucindy Brooks of Bethpage, Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his...
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...
Regina Elizabeth Foust
Oct 15, 2026
Regina Elizabeth Foust age 72, passed away on October 15, 2026 following an illness. Born October 24, 1953 in Pontiac, MI she was a beloved wife of the late David Foust and daughter of the late Herbert and Betty Donaldson. Mother to her daughter Natalie (Chris) Seidel, stepmother to her two stepsons Daniel (Stephanie) Foust and David (Heidi) Foust, sister...
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...
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,...
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