Local obituaries for Gallatin, Hendersonville & Sumner County.
James Clinton "Clint" Burns, Jr.
Jun 24, 2025
James Clinton (Clint) Burns Jr.
08.23.1967- 06.24.2025
Beloved Son, Husband, Father, Papa, Friend, and so much more.
On Tuesday, June 24th of 2025 at 12:10p, our sweet daddy entered into the presence of Jesus. My precious mom and sisters and I all held his hands as his soul left us for a season. Saying see you later, as sweet a gift as...
Charles William King
Jun 24, 2025
Charles W. King, age 81 of Gallatin, passed away unexpectedly on June 24, 2025. Mr. King was born on July 23, 1943 in Woodbury, Tennessee to the late Albert Lee King and the late Mary Frances Cannaday Martin.
He is survived by his children, Willie King (Britaney) and Shirley Ann Johnson; grandchildren, Charles William King, III, Steven King, Cierra Younglove, Nathan...
Dorothy Ann Porter
Jun 20, 2025
Dorothy Ann (Smith) Porter of Hendersonville, TN was born on March 13, 1935 to the late Frank L. and Marguerite Smith in Nashville, Davidson Co., TN. She graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1953. She attended Tennessee Tech University where she met her husband, Grover Louis (G.L.) Porter. Dorothy married G.L. Porter on Dec. 17, 1955. G.L. grew up in...
Faye Potter
Jun 20, 2025
Faye Potter, a beloved matriarch, departed this world on June 20, 2025, in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, at the age of 84. Born on May 29, 1941, in Lebanon, Tennessee, Faye was a woman who embodied strength, resilience, and an indomitable spirit. With a fiery personality, she held firm to her beliefs and left an impression on all who crossed her path.
Faye's...
Dr. Larry Keith Hildebrand
Jun 18, 2025
Dr. Larry Keith Hildebrand, a native of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away at his home in Gallatin, Tennessee on June 18th, one day shy of his 71st birthday, after battling through corticobasal degeneration, an atypical Parkinson syndrome. He was a devoted husband, proud father of five daughters, and cherished grandfather.
Keith’s journey in dentistry began when he became the first...
Baker N. "Buzz" Black
Jun 17, 2025
Baker N. “Buzz” Black, age 74 of Westmoreland, passed away June 16, 2025. Buzz was born on November 13, 1950 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the late William and Elizabeth Black.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Mary East Black.
He is survived by his siblings, Phyllis Morton and William L. Black, Jr.; aunt, Celia Black;...
Mable Hall
Jun 17, 2025
Mrs. Mable Hall, age 85, passed on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Community Care of Rutherford County, Murfreesboro, TN surrounded by family. She was a cherished mother, a grandmother, a great grandmother, a sister and friend. She was born on August 20, 1939, in Jackson County, Tennessee. Daughter of the late Heady C. and Edna Jenkins. In addition to her...
Rex Andrew "Andy" Birdwell
Jun 16, 2025
Rex Andrew “Andy” Birdwell, age 60 of Gallatin passed away June 16, 2025. Andy was born on September 8, 1964 in Gallatin, Tennessee to the Dumas Rex Birdwell and Mary Ann Carver.
He was preceded in death by his fathers, Rex Birdwell and Jim Graham; brother, Gabe Birdwell; grandparents, Rex & Betty Birdwell and Andrew & Margaret Carver; and the love...
Mary Ethel Jones
Jun 10, 2025
Mary Jones, 81, of Goodlettsville, TN departed this life to meet her Savior on June 10, 2025 after an extended illness. Mary Ethel Latham, as she was named at birth, was born in Columbus, Georgia on December 14, 1943, the daughter of Rev. Wilbur Eudon “W. E.” Latham and Mary Frances (Ware) Latham. In addition to her parents, she was...
William Thomas Whittle
Jun 7, 2025
William Thomas Whittle, affectionately known as Will, was born on June 3, 1980, in Nashville, Tennessee. He departed this world peacefully after a brief illness on June 7, 2025. A 1998 graduate of Hendersonville High School, Will's life was marked by humor, kindness, and an unwavering acceptance of others.
Will was well known for his quick wit and his 4-inch mohawk....
Virginia Dell Teague
Jun 6, 2025
Virginia Dell Teague, age 81, of Kingston Springs, TN passed away June 6, 2025 in White House, TN. She was born January 27, 1944 in Clayton, DE to Howland Kenneth and Rose Virginia Ellis.
Although Virginia had many accomplishments in her 81 years of life, she was most proud of to be a mother and a wife to Sydney Teague Sr....
Vivian Lee Hamilton
Jun 6, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Vivian Lee Hamilton, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who graced this world with her radiant presence from October 1, 1947, until her departure on June 6, 2025, in her beloved Nashville, Tennessee. Born to Johnny and Iona Thomas, Vivian imbued warmth and love in everything she touched,...
Joe Hinton
Jun 5, 2025
Joe Hinton, a vibrant soul who lived life to the fullest, departed this world on Thursday, June 5, 2025. His outgoing personality, infectious spirit, and unwavering willingness to help others will be profoundly missed by all who had the joy of knowing him.
Born on July 18, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Joe was one of three children born to Billy and...
David Everett Preston
Jun 3, 2025
David Everett Preston, 59, of Gallatin, Tennessee, left our earthly world peacefully at his home on June 3, 2025. Born June 17, 1965, to the late Bill and Kathryn “Katie” Preston, he was a beloved son, brother, and friend to many.
After the tragic loss of his father when he was only six years old, David was lovingly raised by his...
Brenda F. Johnson
Jun 3, 2025
Brenda F. Johnson, age 75 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025 after a kiss goodnight from her precious granddaughter.
Brenda was born in Smith County, TN on August 15, 1949 to the late Edward Allen Shoulders and the late Violet Winter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Johnson.
She is survived...
Mary Theresa Koop Sowder
Jun 3, 2025
Mary Theresa Koop Sowder, 79, of Whites Creek, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, after a long illness. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the loving wife of Don Sowder and a devoted mother to Jennifer Lineberger, Amy Cochran (Darren), Vicki Wilbanks (Keith), and Rachel Sowder. Her memory will be cherished by her six grandchildren: Grace Cochran, Cole...
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;...
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