Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Betty Jean Liles
Feb 16, 2026
Betty Jean Liles, age 90 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully at home on February 16, 2026 surrounded by her family. Betty was born in Portland, Tennessee on July 20, 1935 to the late Bessie and Lawrence McMurtry.
She is survived by her five children, Darlene Long, Curtis Mize, Richard Mize, Robin Templeton, and Rita York; 12 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; her brother,...
Stilita DeLeon Garza
Feb 16, 2026
Stilita “Stella” DeLeon Garza, age 77, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 5, 1949, in Corpus Christi, Texas to Damacio and Carolina Torres DeLeon.
Stella lived a life defined by strength, kindness, quiet faith, and a deep love for her family. She was a devoted wife, mother,...
Stacey Lynn Jernigan
Feb 16, 2026
Stacey Lynn Jernigan, age 56 of Gallatin, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2026. Born in Gallatin on October 20, 1969, Stacey was a vibrant spirit known for her warmth, generosity, and deep love for her family.
A proud 1987 graduate of Gallatin High School, Stacey embraced life with enthusiasm and a passion for caring for others. She found joy in...
John Edward Diewald
Feb 15, 2026
John Edward Diewald, a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished Opa, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Hendersonville, TN, after a courageous battle with diabetes and kidney disease. Born on March 18, 1952, in Pittsburgh, PA, John's life was marked by a spirit of adventure and an unwavering love for his family.
John's career in manufacturing took him to...
Fred Lee Sandage
Feb 14, 2026
Fred Lee Sandage, aged 69 of White House, passed away on February 14, 2026. He was born in Fort Knox, Kentucky, on November 25, 1956, to Garnett Sandage and Marion “Bubbles” Sandage.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Marie Wisman and Margaret Howard; brothers, Atlee (Chile) Sandage, Keith Sandage, Tommy Sandage, and Harry Sandage.
He is survived by his...
Jennifer Imogene Jones
Feb 13, 2026
Jennifer Imogene Jones (née Scott), a beautiful woman of 64 years, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, in Castalian Springs, Tennessee. Born on June 10, 1961, in Gallatin, Tennessee, Jennifer lived a life centered around faith, family, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Jennifer attended Vol State Community College before beginning her professional journey as a legal secretary. She worked...
Janet Hunter
Feb 12, 2026
Janet Lucille Hunter, nee Skinner, was at home with her beloved husband when she passed away on Feb 12, 2026. She was born in Kansas City, KS, on Feb 26, 1941.She graduated from Bishop Ward High School in Kansas City, KS, in 1959. She was the mother of three children. Her house was always full of life and love. Many...
Michael Lyle Koski
Feb 11, 2026
Michael Lyle Koski passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026 surrounded by loved ones.
He was born March 7, 1950 in Oroville, California to parents Johan Walter and Zona Rhea Koski. He graduated from Las Plumas High School in 1968 and the University of California Berkeley in 1972.
Michael had a passion for building which led to a 56 year career in construction....
Kenneth E. Holmes
Feb 8, 2026
Kenneth E. Holmes was born on April 5, 1947, in Phoenix, Arizona, and passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, at Clarendale Senior Living, surrounded by his adoring family. A loving father and cherished grandfather, Ken's spirit will forever echo in the hearts of those he held dear.
Ken's life was illuminated by his profound passion for music, pursued with unwavering...
William Buren
Feb 6, 2026
With wonderful memories and heavy hearts, the family of William (Bill) Buren announces his passing on Friday, February 6, 2026, after a courageous battle with ALS. Bill was born on May 28, 1965, to William E. and Anne Buren in Louisville, Kentucky.
Bill will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his wife, Lorinda; his son Chad (Natalie); his daughter Elizabeth;...
James Edward Mantlow
Jan 29, 2026
James Edward "Jay" Mantlow, age 48 of Cross Plains, TN passed away at his home on January 29, 2026. He was born January 31, 1977 to his mother, Mary Traughber Mantlow and late father, James Ray Mantlow, in Springfield, TN.
Jay was a loving son, brother, father, and friend. He was dedicated and devoted to his faith and family. He loved...
Virginia "Ginger" Turner
Jan 29, 2026
Virginia “Ginger” (Waggoner) Turner, born December 10, 1932, peacefully stepped from this life into the awaiting arms of Jesus on January 29th, 2026.
Ginger was a remarkable Tennessean whose life reflected dedication, leadership, and service to others. Born in Waverly, Tennessee, Ginger embodied the true spirit of public service. She moved to Nashville in 1944, where she attended David Lipscomb High...
William Thomas Etheredge
Jan 27, 2026
William Thomas "Bill" Etheredge, age 88 of Hendersonville, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026. Bill was born on January 1, 1938, in Town Creek, Alabama to the late B.T. and Bertha Etheredge. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather whose life spanned a remarkable journey of faith in Jesus Christ as his lord and savior, professional accomplishment, generous...
Janet Lee Stalnaker Woods
Jan 26, 2026
Janet S. Woods left us on Monday, January 26, 2026, at home. Janet was born on October 10, 1940 in Gay, WV. She was the daughter of the late Ralph Stalnaker and Effie Mae ( Westfall) Stalnaker. Also preceding her in death, her husband, Russ, Woods, and brother, Walter D. Stalnaker.
Janet was the best mom God could’ve given us. leaving...
Myralene Cooper
Jan 26, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Myralene Cooper, age 81, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, on January 26, 2026.
Born in 1944 in Trimble, Missouri, she married Galen Cooper in1962. He was her beloved husband for 40 years. They moved to Hendersonville, Tennessee, in 1974. They had three sons: Todd(Alicia) of Winchester, Kentucky, Joel (Rebecca) of Nashville,Tennessee, and Jock (Stephanie)of...
Sara Jean Buie-Gross
Jan 24, 2026
Sara Jean Buie-Gross, age 77 of Hendersonville, TN passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026. She was born in Waycross, GA, on June 12, 1948, to Herbert and Jean Buie.
Sara grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and spent most of her life there before moving to Tennessee in recent years. She was an amazing artist throughout her life and loved painting but...
Cheryl Mattos
Jan 22, 2026
Cheryl Mattos, age 63 of Hendersonville, Tennessee and formerly of Southern Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on January 22, 2026 at her home.
The first born of four children, Cheryl was raised in Southern Illinois before later moving to Tennessee with her family.
Cheryl was much more than a daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She was a confidant, a best friend and someone...
Michael Dennis Bregande
Jan 20, 2026
Michael Dennis (Mike) Bregande of White House, TN, passed away on January 20th, 2026, after a prolonged and valiant fight with Alzheimer’s disease. Mike was a brilliant, funny, talented, devoted, and loving man who throughout his life continually sought the path to becoming the best possible husband, father, and man of God.
Born in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Mike was raised in...
Laura Ann Duffer
Jan 20, 2026
Laura Ann Duffer passed away on January 20, 2026, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, at the age of 73. Laura was born on July 1, 1952, in Gideon, Missouri and spent her formative years in Blytheville, Arkansas, where she met the love of her life, Fred Duffer, with whom she shared over 50 years of partnership.
Fred and Laura dedicated the majority of...
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