Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Ralph "Zac" Zachgo
May 24, 2025
Ralph "Zac" Zachgo, born on May 9, 1947, in Corpus Christi, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2025, in Portland, Tennessee. He dedicated many years of his life to his career, notably working for Diebold Safes, Lowell Industries and as a gunsmith, where he combined his technical expertise with his profound passion for firearms.
A proud veteran of the United...
Sue Gilliam
May 20, 2025
Sue Lancaster Gilliam, age 85 of Gallatin, went peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on May 20, 2025. Sue was born on April 1, 1940 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late John E. Lancaster and the late Annis E. Crowder Lancaster. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, James...
Slavica Janic
May 16, 2025
With faith in the Resurrection and eternal life, we inform relatives, godparents, and friends that on Friday, May 16, 2025, at her home in Hendersonville, in the Lord reposed.
Slavica Janic(née Lazić)July 18, 1978 – May 16, 2025
Slavica was born in Ruma, Serbia, to her late father Dragoljub and mother Bosiljka Lazić. In 2007, she entered into holy matrimony with Dragomir...
Dr. Michael John Froyd
May 12, 2025
Dr. Michael John Froyd, a cherished member of his community and devoted family man, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on February 1, 1947, in Ft. Dodge, Iowa, Michael lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family and profession.
For 42 years, Dr. Froyd ran a successful Chiropractic and Acupuncture...
Philip E. Johnstone
May 12, 2025
Philip E. Johnstone, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on May 12, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, at the age of 90. Born on October 30, 1934, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Philip led a life enriched by service, adventure, and deep family values.
A proud veteran, Philip served in the United States Air...
Walter L. Lamb
May 10, 2025
Walter L. Lamb, age 98, of Hendersonville, TN, formerly of Pittsfield, IL, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1927 in Decatur, IL, the son of Arthur Phillip Lamb and Lena D. Hendrix Lamb of Bement, IL.
Wally attended school in Bement and graduated from Bement High School in 1945. Following high school, he immediately...
Linda Patterson
May 9, 2025
Linda Patterson, a longtime resident of Hendersonville, left this world to be in the presence of her Heavenly Father on May 9, 2025 at age 87. Linda was born on March 2, 1938 in Anderson, SC to the late Luther Reid Blackstone and the late Virginia Kennett Blackstone.
Linda is survived by her children, Paula Jo Ryan and Gary Clayton Patterson;...
Whitney Lynn Honeycutt
May 5, 2025
Whitney Lynn Honeycutt, age 44 of Lafayette, TN passed away May 5, 2025. She was born June 11, 1980 in Ravenswood, WV to Frederick Vincent Saltz and Vivien Lynn Tate.
Whitney Lynn was a beautiful, kind and charismatic woman. She carried a heart of gold with a kind of wild-child spirit. Nine times out of ten, if you crossed her path,...
Mary Bradford Purnell
May 5, 2025
Mary Bradford Purnell was born to Arthur and Mazie Bradford on August 19, 1952 in Georgia. After settling in TN, she met Joel Purnell. They moved to Portland, TN, where they joined New Hope Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of Dennis Page, Pastor. They were married on February 6, 2002 and were together until her last day.
Mary was a...
Carolyn Jeanette Hess
May 5, 2025
Carolyn Jeanette Hess, born September 25, 1937, in Michigan to Garrett and Yolanda Everson, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025.
A devoted mother, Carolyn’s greatest joy was her family. She was the proud mother of ten children: Debbie Ford, Joanne Perkins, Vera Atkins, Tim Blount, Laurie Porath, Ron Blount, Sherry McCallister, Teresa Zackery, Karen Ferrantelli, and Fred Hess.
Her legacy continues...
Melissa Hood
May 1, 2025
Melissa Davis Hood, a beloved wife, mother, and friend passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN. She fought courageously against breast cancer. She was born on December 23, 1964 in Louisville, KY, and was preceded in death by her father, Rex Davis, and her mother, Rosalind Davis. She is survived by her husband, Robin Everett...
James Kenneth Aanderud
Apr 30, 2025
"The Mighty Viking" James Kenneth Aanderud (Jim) age 81 of Bethpage and formerly of Hendersonville passed away on April 30, 2025.
He was born in Portland, Oregon to Erwin and Lucille Aanderud on October 6, 1943. He grew up in Hoquiam, Washington on a cranberry farm. He was married to Dobbie Sue Hughes Aanderud on January 27, 1989. Jim was a...
Daniel A. "Danny" Ellis
Apr 28, 2025
Daniel A. "Danny" Ellis, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated public servant, passed away on April 28, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Born on September 9, 1972, in Madison, Tennessee, Danny made a lasting impact on all who knew him throughout his life.
After graduating from Wurzburg American High School in Germany,...
Tommy D. Copeland
Apr 27, 2025
Graveside Services will be conducted on Sunday, May 4, 2025, 2:00 P.M. at Mapleview Cemtery in Smyrna, TN.
James Allen Silcox
Apr 26, 2025
James Allen Silcox, age 59 of Westmoreland, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 26, 2025.
James was born February 6, 1966 in Gallatin, TN to the late William and Lorraine Silcox.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Roger Keller and Chris Silcox.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Lorena Silcox; brothers, Larry...
Gloria Darlene Wright
Apr 26, 2025
Gloria Darlene Wright, age 74 of Hendersonville, passed away April 26, 2025. Darlene was born on July 5, 1950 in Nashville, Tennessee.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Ruth Oliver; sister, Joyce Oliver; brother, Marvin Oliver, Dale Oliver, and Donnie Oliver; daughter, Stacey Mummert; son, Anthony Wright; ; brother-in-law, Larry Wright.
Darlene is survived by her husband of 40 years,...
Reeda Louann Hutton
Apr 22, 2025
Louann Hutton, age 67 of Gallatin, passed away April 22, 2025. Louann was born on February 19, 1958 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late Harvey Reed Parks and the late Nannilu Naomi Cherry Parks.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Paula Parks; and her fiance', Gary Williams.She survived by her children, Reed Farley (Kristin)...
Michaela Lee Varsakelis
Apr 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness and heartbreak that we announce the passing of a precious life taken too soon.
Michaela Varsakelis died on April 20, 2025 at her home in Gallatin after sustaining fatal injuries.
Michaela was a caring mother and loving daughter and sister. She loved music and was always smiling. She did not deserve to be taken from her family...
Sandra Wright Upton
Apr 20, 2025
Sandra Wright Upton, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and treasured friend, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 12, 1946, in Florence, Alabama, Sandra was a proud graduate of Coffee High School. Throughout her life, she was known for her vibrant personality and was affectionately dubbed "Fancy" by her...
David Willis Gill
Apr 19, 2025
David Willis Gill, age 64 of Nashville, passed away April 19, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. in Gallatin City Cemetery.
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