Obituaries
Arville Blondell Knight
Apr 18, 2025
Arville Knight, age 48, of Hendersonville, took his last breath and embraced the arms of his savior on Friday, April 18, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1976, and was raised in White House, Tennessee. Arville was a master carpenter and worked for himself nearly all his life. Building was his passion, and he took great pride in his...
Joseph Inman
Apr 12, 2025
Joseph Inman, age 97, of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025. He was born in Linden, Tennessee on June 23, 1927 to the late James and Nancy Inman. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Norma Jean Inman. He is survived by his children, Larry (Bobbie Gene) Inman, Melba (John) Fuller, Connie (...
Jerry Lee Jackson
Apr 10, 2025
Jerry Jackson, age 77, of Westmoreland, entered into rest on Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born in Princeton, Illinois, on August 11, 1947.
As a young man, Jerry served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
He was married to his wife Donna, on September 9, 1998. Jerry was known to enjoy the outdoors, he loved to go fishing....
Bonnie Lynn Stockdale
Apr 9, 2025
Bonnie Lynn Stockdale, age 76, of Gallatin, went to be with her Lord on April 9, 2025. She was born in Portland, Tennessee, to her parents Johnnie and Sarah Stewart. She was one of twelve children.
Bonnie loved the Lord with all her heart, and she embodied the fruits of the spirit. She was notoriously loving, kind, and joyful. All of...
Robert "Bob" J. Slaughter
Apr 8, 2025
With great sadness the Slaughter family announces the passing of Robert “Bob” Slaughter. Bob was born on March 2, 1940, in Rensselaer, Indiana and departed this world at the age of 85, in the comfort of his home with his loving and devoted wife by his side. Bob married the former Valerie Fillmore almost 54 years ago on April 24,...
Eddie Owen
Mar 13, 2025
Eddie Owen, age 75, of Gallatin, peacefully departed this world on March 13, 2025, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his own home.
He was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 5, 1949.
Eddie was a wonderful husband, father, and papa, who truly valued quality time with his family. He created precious memories in the kitchen; from his delicious fudge...
Margaret Diane Durham
Mar 13, 2025
Margaret Durham, age 69, of Bethpage, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1955, in Centerville, Tennessee. Margaret was the most devoted wife, mother, and the best grandmother ever. Margaret was married to Donald on February 27, 1987. She loved to spend time with her family, and her touch made a house a...
Ann Elizabeth "TJ" Hester
Mar 8, 2025
Ann “TJ” Hester, age 82, of Cottontown, went to be with the Lord, on March 8, 2025.
She was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 1, 1942.
TJ was a woman of great faith, she loved her savior Jesus Christ. As a devout Christian she studied her Bible often and seized any opportunity to evangelize.
TJ was married to Sonny on January 28,...
Richard "Dicky" Lee Bradley
Mar 6, 2025
Richard “Dicky” Bradley, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into his eternal rest on March 6, 2025. He was born May 22, 1950, in Portland, Tennessee. Dicky was loved by all who knew him. He was married to Shirley on March 16, 1973. Dicky was dedicated to customer service and served the community for 45 years, at Clinard’s Home Improvement. Outside of...
Florin Doru Anghel
Mar 3, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to the most devoted, loving, and selfless man we have ever known. His life was a testament to love, strength, and unwavering dedication to God and his family.
He leaves behind: Cristine & Ioan Brank, Amanda, Callie, and Chloe. As well as his siblings: Doina, Daniel, Cristian & Sherry, Luca &...
John Colbert
Feb 24, 2025
John Colbert, 85 of Lebanon, TN went to heaven on Monday, February 24, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was given the name “PawPaw” by his grands, he fulfilled this role with great joy.
A faithful member of the Laguardo Baptist Church for the past 18 years, he loved Jesus and wanted the world to know his Savior....
Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott
Feb 21, 2025
Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott, age 92, of Gallatin, entered into rest on Friday, February 21, 2025. She was born in Hartsville, Tennessee, on January 3, 1933.
Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott is survived by her children, Edmund “Sonny” Garrott III (Gail), Emily Cryer (Gary), Joseph “Jody” Garrott; grandchildren, Edmund “Ty” Garrott IV (Emily), Leigh Ann McCoy (Chris), Amanda Bess Ragland, Haven Mareen...
Barbara Ann Elli
Feb 12, 2025
Barbara Ann Elli (Van Daele), 81, of Gallatin, TN, was called home by the Lord on February 12, 2025, from her home and in the company of her family after a long and fulfilling life. Born July 11, 1943, in Mishawaka, Indiana she was a graduate of Saint Joseph’s High School and a resident of South Bend, Indiana where she...
Ethel May Watson
Jan 31, 2025
Ethel Watson, age 78, of Gallatin, passed away suddenly Friday, January 31, 2025. She was born on November 17, 1946, in Bethpage, Tennessee, to her parents, James and Clara Adcock. Ethel was one of thirteen children. She was known for being a hard worker. Ethel most recently worked as a cook at McDonalds, for nearly 21 years. Before that, she...
Elagene May (Burright) Nunn
Jan 29, 2025
Elagene May Nunn was born in Guthrie, Oklahoma on January 20, 1942, to Ernest Theodore Burright and Mary Edith Burright. She was preceded by them as well as siblings, Mary Sue Dyer, Bill Dean Burright, Joe Warren Burright, James Burright and most recently her husband Donald Michael Nunn. Who Elagene was married to for 62 years, until he passed in...
Brenda Kay Wyatt Auer
Jan 18, 2025
Brenda Kay Wyatt Auer, age 78, passed away in Lebanon, Tennessee on Saturday, January 18, 2025. She was born in Clarksville, Tennessee on January 4, 1947, to the late Ray Wyatt and Joyce (Wyatt) Biter. Brenda is also preceded in death by her sister, Rita Harris. She is survived by her husband of 21 years, John Auer, her daughter, Melissa...
James Johns Thomas
Jan 18, 2025
James Johns Thomas, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee on January 18, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 26, 1947, in Nashville, he was a lifelong resident of middle Tennessee where he made countless memories with family and friends.
James was deeply passionate about the outdoors, finding joy and peace...
Robert "Bobby" Leonti Johnson
Jan 17, 2025
Robert “Bobby” Leontì Johnson, age 60, of Portland, Tennessee, went to his heavenly home on Friday, January 17, 2025. He was born on August 15, 1964, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, to his parents, Robert and Mildred Johnson.
As a young man, Bobby served in the United States Navy, from 1983-1988. Most recently he worked at Twice Daily of Gallatin; he loved his...
Erbie Dee Edward Keen
Jan 16, 2025
Erbie Dee Edward Keen, age 81, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, in Portland, Tennessee. He was born on May 24, 1943, in Portland, to his parents, Hules and Alma Keen.
Erbie lived a life marked by his gentle nature, generosity, and deep consideration for others.
As a young man he was married to Susan on February 17, 1967.
A proud veteran,...
Jean Higgins
Jan 15, 2025
Shelby Jean McCraw Higgins, 83, of Hendersonville, TN went home to heaven on January 15, 2025.
Jean was born January 21, 1941, in Cowpens, South Carolina to Elton Charles and Guyneita McCraw. She was preceeded in death by her parents and her beloved husband Rev. Andrew Celton Higgins, Jr.
A graduate of Cowpens High School and Cecil's Business College, Jean married Andrew...
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