Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Leonard Joseph Kroeger, Jr.
Apr 14, 2025
Leonard "Len" Joseph Kroeger Junior, born December 7, 1944, passed away on April 14, 2025, surrounded by his family who loved, respected, and cherished him throughout his life.
Len is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Diana Kroeger; his devoted and loving daughter, Andrea Michelle Dyer (Brian Dyer); his devoted and loving son, Leonard Jeffrey Kroeger (Kelly Kroeger); and...
Martha Buskirk Hellmann
Apr 14, 2025
Martha Buskirk Hellmann, Age 100, of Hendersonville, Tennessee. Martha was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Charles B Hellmann and her beloved sisters, Virginia Duley and Barbara Schneider. She is survived by her six children, Susan (Ed) Emberson. Sally Korty, Linda (Don) Krause, Chip (Janice) Hellmann, Barbara(Ray) Bumblis, Beth Hellmann, seventeen grandchildren and seventeen great- grandchildren. Martha...
Jacky Dean "Jack" Heath
Apr 14, 2025
Jacky Dean Heath, affectionately known as “Jack,” age 84, of Franklin, TN, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 5, 1941, in Goodlettsville, TN, he was the eldest of four children to the late Walter and Irene Heath. A proud graduate of Goodlettsville High School, Class of 1960, he was a standout...
Shannon Murray Hixson
Apr 13, 2025
Shannon Murray Hixson, age 59 of Hendersonville, passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2025 at his home. Shannon was born in Salina, Kansas to the late Walter H. Hixson, Sr. and Linda Faye Fritschka.
In addition to his father, Shannon was preceded in death by his step-father, John A. Fritschka, Jr.; brother, Timothy Hixson; and sister, Malinda Hixson.
Shannon is survived by...
Crystal Lee Summers
Apr 13, 2025
Crystal Lee Summers, age 53 of Bethpage, passed away April 13, 2025. Crystal was born on July 1, 1971 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Bobby Houston Gregory and Carolyn Louise Gregory.
She is survived by her husband, Tommy Summers; children, Anthony Miller (Hollie) and Lindsey Odell (Bryan); grandchildren, Bailey Miller, Nolan Miller, Mallie Miller, and Baby Girl Miller; her mother,...
Sherry Lynn Tiedt
Apr 11, 2025
Sherry L. Tiedt, age 78 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025 at her home. Sherry was born on February 27, 1947 in Winchester, Tennessee to the late George and Elizabeth Brannan.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Vicky Wood; grandson, Nicholas Fowler; and siblings, Nancy Taylor, Eddie Brannan, and Rodney Brannan.
She...
Robert Leon McCoin
Apr 9, 2025
Robert Leon McCoin, age 79 of Goodlettsville, TN, passed away after an extended illness on April 9, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Nashville, TN on June 27, 1945 the son of Drewie Estill McCoin and Francis Clorene Long McCoin.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Kerry Michelle McCoin.
After he...
Howard Eugene Espravnik
Apr 4, 2025
Howard Eugene Espravnik, also known as “Mr. E.” to his students, age 69 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully April 4, 2025 at his home. Howard was born on April 13, 1955 in Valparaiso, Indiana to the late Marie and James Espravnik. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Linda Espravnik.
Howard grew up on the...
Marlene Wood
Apr 2, 2025
Marlene Brumley Wood, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 83, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Born on February 10, 1942, in Donna, Texas, Marlene dedicated her life to service, faith, and family.
A proud graduate of El Segundo High School, Marlene excelled in her studies and received awards for her remarkable typing...
James Leland Hudgens
Mar 31, 2025
James Leland Hudgens, affectionately known as "Jimbo," was born on July 1, 1957, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was a beloved husband, father, and a cherished friend to many, known for his outgoing personality and joyfulness that never failed to brighten the day of those around him. Jimbo spent his life in various industries, ultimately retiring from AT&T as an E911...
David Bruce Allen
Mar 30, 2025
David B. Allen, age 74 of Hendersonville, passed away March 30, 2025. David was born July 13, 1950 in Owensboro, Kentucky to the late James E. Allen, Sr. and the late Effie Mae Allen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Allen; sister, Deedra Allen Smith; and brother, James E. Allen, Jr.
He is...
Aaron Kosei Hudanish
Mar 26, 2025
Aaron Kosei Hudanish, age 42 of White House, Tennessee was born on June 18, 1982 in Monterey, California and passed away on March 26, 2025. He lived a life dedicated to his passions, making a significant impact in both his community and the lives of those who knew him.
Aaron was a distinguished figure in animal welfare, having served as the...
Larry Ray Newlon, Jr.
Mar 25, 2025
Larry Ray Newlon, Jr., age 64 of Nashville, passed away March 25, 2025. Larry was born on December 27, 1960 in Nashville, Tennessee to Larry Ray Newlon, Sr. and Donna Carol Sanders.
His parents were teenagers and the three of them grew up together. Larry could walk and talk at age 9 months and certainly never lost his gift of conversation....
Patricia Wells Williams
Mar 24, 2025
Patricia Wells Williams, 81, of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on March 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.Born on October 1, 1943, in Nashville, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Nancy Aileen Wells and Clarence Burnice Wells. She was preceded in death by her parents but leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.She is...
Troy Allen Waters Sr.
Mar 21, 2025
Troy Allen Waters Sr., age 60 of Portland, TN passed away March 21, 2025, in Portland. He was born on August 1, 1964 in Gallatin, TN to Herman Waters Jr. and Peggy Elaine Little Briley.
Troy lived most of his life in Sumner County, his early years between Portland and Gallatin. He attended Sumner County schools. He met Jerry when he...
Alfred John Cooper
Mar 20, 2025
Alfred John Cooper peacefully passed from his earthly life to Heaven on March 20, 2025, the first day of Spring, while in hospice care at home, with his daughter, beloved Yorkie companion, Ikey, and his special cousin Carol at his side. Born in Champaign, IL to Eli and Pauline (Stiebner) Cooper, from the age of 5 through early teenage years,...
Arthur Adrian Shannon
Mar 19, 2025
Arthur Adrian Shannon, born on October 15, 1973, in Nashville, Tennessee, departed this life unexpectedly at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on March 19, 2025. At the age of 51, Arthur's vibrant spirit and kind heart left a profound impact on all who knew him.
Arthur was a devoted father to Adrian McCaffery (Austin), Megan Shannon, and Bo Shannon, and he...
Larry Ray Blackmore
Mar 18, 2025
In Loving Memory of Larry Ray Blackmore January 13, 1956 – March 18, 2025
Larry Ray Blackmore, age 69, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025.
Born on January 13, 1956, Larry began his career as a Davidson County Metro Police Officer, where he served with honor and integrity. After his years in law enforcement, he pursued entrepreneurship, successfully...
Sarah Nichols Williams
Mar 18, 2025
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Sarah (Sally) N. Croft Williams on March 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents Lyle and Josephene Nichols her brother, Michael Nichols and her second husband, Ken Williams. Sally is survived by her four children: Sarah Croft, Mason Croft (Christy), Carey Croft Stanton (Eric), and Michael Croft; six grandchildren;...
Ramiro "Chico" Muralles
Mar 16, 2025
Ramiro Antonio Muralles, affectionately known as "Chico," passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, surrounded by his cherished family. Born on March 7, 1955, in Guatemala, Ramiro's journey began when he immigrated to the United States at the tender age of eight. His formative years instilled in him a robust work ethic that began at just ten...
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