Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
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...
Hartley Keith Phinney Jr.
Mar 15, 2026
Hartley "Hart" Keith Phinney, Jr., 87, passed away on March 15, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee, due to complications from congestive heart failure and diabetes.
Hart was born in Ames, Iowa, to Hartley Keith Phinney, Sr. and Fenella Ainslie Phinney. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geology from the University of Connecticut and later received his Master's degree in Library...
Terry Lyn Honea
Mar 13, 2026
Terry Lyn Honea, age 68 of Gallatin, TN passed away Friday, March 13, 2026. He was born in Magnolia, MS on December 8, 1957 to Archie and Louise Norris Honea. Terry spent his entire life working as mechanic. He was well-liked by everyone he met and loved by many. His willingness to help anyone who needed it, exemplified his giving nature.
Terry...
Matthew McCollum
Mar 9, 2026
Matthew McCollum, age 41, of Bethpage, TN passed away on March 9, 2026 at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville. He was born Feburary 11, 1985 in Indianapolis, IN.
He was employed at Macy's warehouse in Portland, TN,
In addition to his parents, Robert and Pat McCollum, he's survived by his children, Jennifer, Matthew Jr., Madison, and Alex; and two brothers, Robert Jr....
Deborah Kay Christofferson
Mar 7, 2026
Deborah Kay Christofferson, age 71 of Lebanon, TN passed away on March 7, 2026 in Murfreesboro, TN. She was born August 20, 1954 in Nashville, TN to the late Albert Forest Cantrell Sr. and Lula Virginia McCandless Cantrell.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Charles Patrick Cantrell, Bettye Jean Hudgens, Peggy Joyce Willis, Linda Gail Saylor, Danny...
Jimmy Ray Johns
Mar 6, 2026
Jimmy Ray Johns, age 59, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born on April 4, 1966, to Maggie Lou Todd and James Earl Johns.
Jimmy will be cremated and laid to rest beside his brother, Travis Johns, at Eulia Cemetery in Westmoreland, Tennessee. A graveside service will be held at a later date, with details to be announced.
He is...
Brett Alan Vargason
Feb 28, 2026
Brett Alan Vargason, a musician and resident of Nashville, TN, died suddenly on February 28th, 2026, at the age of 57 from head and neck cancer.
Brett is survived by his parents; Victor Vargason and Jane Kapellas Vargason; his wife; Maria Partain Vargason; his children, Victor Ambrose Vargason, Amelia Greer Vargason, Thomas Anselm Vargason; and his brothers, Brian Scott Vargason and...
Elizabeth Ann Martin McHugh
Feb 28, 2026
Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Martin McHugh passed on to her new life on February 28, 2026, at age 87. Born May 6, 1938, in Wolfsville, MD, she was the daughter of the late Richard Adam and Gladys Rhae Shuff Martin. She was raised in Wolfsville, MD, and graduated from Middletown (Maryland) High School in 1956, then living in Frederick County until...
Cody Wilson Powers
Feb 25, 2026
Cody Wilson Powers, born June 26, 1981, to Dan Wilson Powers and Janice Yvonne Ashworth Powers, originally of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Janice Yvonne Ashworth Powers; his paternal grandparents, Ruby and Willard Powers; and his maternal grandparents, Mary and Jimmie Reeder.
He is survived by his beloved son, Bryce...
Beverly Ann Gregory-Warner
Feb 23, 2026
In Loving Memory of Beverly Ann Rose Gregory Warner
Beverly Ann Rose Gregory Warner, a beacon of kindness and warmth, departed this life on February 23, 2026, at the age of 89 in Castalian Springs, Tennessee. Born on September 4, 1936, in the charming coastal town of New Bedford, Massachusetts, Beverly graced the lives of all who knew her with her...
Paul Goble Durham
Feb 20, 2026
Paul Goble Durham, age 72 of Hendersonville passed away peacefully February 20, 2026 surrounded by his family and friends.
Paul was born on March 30, 1953 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Charlie Goble Durham and the late Flossie Francis Carter Durham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Patsy Durham Martin and Peggy Durham...
Jesse Delton Porter
Feb 19, 2026
Jesse Delton Porter, a devoted evangelist and beloved family man, passed away peacefully at his home in Portland, Tennessee, on February 19, 2026, at the age of 99. Born on May 5, 1926, in Lexington, Alabama, Delton dedicated over 60 years of his life to preaching the gospel of Christ across Middle Tennessee and Kentucky, leaving a profound impact on...
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