Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
Roger Eugene Parker
Jun 2, 2025
Roger Eugene Parker passed away peacefully at home in Hendersonville, Tennessee on June 2, 2025, with his wife, daughter and youngest granddaughter by his side. He was born in Live Oak Florida on November 28, 1939, graduated from Winter Haven High School, continued his education at Polk Community College and served honorably in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force....
Teresa Marie Rippy
Jun 1, 2025
Teresa Marie Rippy went to be with the Lord on June 1, 2025, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was wife of devoted husband Dr. John Rippy and mother to four loving sons, Willam “Jackson” Rippy, Nicholas “Garrett” Rippy, John “Michael” Rippy, Henry Martin Rippy.
Teresa was born in 1979 in Akron, Ohio to Pamela and Dr. Michael Gaudiose...
Howard Everett Tillman
May 27, 2025
Howard Everett Tillman, age 86, was born September 28,1938 and passed away on May 27, 2025.
Howard was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Viola Mai Jones Tillman and his son, William Howard Tillman.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth Holley Tillman, and five children, Vickie (Bennie), James, Tommy (Libby), Bobby, and Richard (George) Tillman; daughter-in-law, Debra Tillman; Sister, Peggy...
Sherry Maxine Hayes
May 27, 2025
Sherry Maxine Hayes, 74, went home to be with the Lord on May 27, 2025. She was born on February 19, 1951 in Upton, KY to Anthony E. Watson, Sr. and Helen Bowen Watson.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Paul Hayes, and her children, Todd (Angie) Hayes and Tiffany (Adam) Cripps. She is also survived by her...
Patrick Michael McLean
May 27, 2025
Patrick Michael McLean, affectionately known as Mickey, was born on July 26, 1962, in Exeter, New Hampshire. He departed this world on May 27, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy as vibrant as the music he cherished.
From the start, Patrick's passion for music shaped his identity. His remarkable career at Gibson Guitar Company was not just a job;...
Thomas A. Germer
May 26, 2025
Thomas A. Germer , Gallatin, TN, passed away on 5/26/25 at American House Memory Care.
Tom was born in Norfolk, VA, October 24, 1945 to the late Henry and Nellie Germer.
Tom is survived by his wife of 57 years Shirley (Whipple)Germer, a son Tony (Pam), daughter Lara, 5 grandchildren, Corey Germer, Gallatin TN, Helena Dion (Brandon), Hendersonville, TN, Kaitlyn Germer, Jacksonville...
Steven Isbell
May 25, 2025
Steven "Steve" Isbell, 58, peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus on May 25, 2025. Born on September 9, 1966, Steve lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished relationships.
Steve was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Don Isbell and Pam Frazier (Wayne).
He is survived by his loving son, Cody Isbell; his siblings: John Isbell (Jeannie), Missy Webb,...
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,...
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