Obituaries

Feb 1, 2026

Orland Janette "Punky" Dodd Burchfield, born April 24, 1931, passed away on February 1, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband T.W. Burchfield, Jr., daughters Jeannie Burchfield Lambuth and Peggy Burchfield Fairley, her grandson Shane Lambuth, and two sisters and one brother. She is survived by her son Roger, G. (Beth) Burchfield, Eight grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, sister...

Jan 27, 2026

Harry “Hap” Parsons Duncan, age 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Born on September 27, 1947, in Sheffield, Alabama, Hap grew up in Pickwick, Tennessee, where his roots and love for community were firmly planted. He attended Martin College before proudly serving his country in the United States Navy, from which he was honorably discharged.

Following...

Jan 27, 2026

Judy Hauskins, age 83 of Hartsville, Tennessee passed away on January 27, 2026. She was born on May 15, 1942 in Hendersonville, Tennessee to the late James and Mary Elizabeth Tillman. She leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy of faith, compassion, and kindness that touched the lives of many throughout her years.

She graduated from Hendersonville High School.

Judy attended the...

Jan 25, 2026

Ilene Hooper Cowden, a beloved member of her community, passed away on January 25, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on October 13, 1941, in McEwen, Tennessee, Ilene lived a life full of love, adventure, and service.

Ilene began her career as a registered nurse after graduating from Mid-State Baptist Hospital School of Nursing in 1962. She later chose to...

Jan 21, 2026

Russell “Russ” H. Batt H’00, a professor emeritus of chemistry who loved the outdoors and spent decades leading students through the challenges of quantum mechanics and thermodynamics, died Jan. 21 at the age of 87. The longtime Gambier resident, who relocated in recent years to Tennessee, retired in 2000 after teaching for more than 30 years.

Born July 27, 1938, in...

Jan 20, 2026

Rachel Ann (Richardson) Watts celebrated her 37th birthday running to the loving arms of her Lord and Saviour on January 20, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. She embodied steadfast faith, love, and devotion to her family and unwavering trust in the promises and good and perfect plans that her Saviour and best friend had for her. Her greatest...

Jan 20, 2026

Charlie “Wayne” Hyatt, a loving father and grandfather, passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 81. Known to everyone as Wayne, he was deeply loved by his family and was a longtime resident of Hendersonville, Tennessee.Born on September 9, 1944, in Pulaski, Tennessee, Wayne lived a life defined by hard work, integrity, and deep love for his...

Jan 19, 2026

Carolyn “Nannie” Ruth Sanders

Nannie was born in Nashville, Tennessee on March 21, 1945. Passed away peacefully, at home, on January 19, 2026 at age “80”. Preceded by her loving husband, Maurice “Paw” Sanders and survived by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nannie spent her early childhood there, later moving to Greensboro, NC with her mother (Ruby) and father (Homer)....

Jan 18, 2026

Jan 11, 2026

William Geoffrey Bridge, age 72 of Gallatin, TN passed away on January 11, 2026. Mr. Bridge was born on October 25, 1953 in West Virginia. 

He attended Hendersonville High School.

Geoff is survived by his sons, Ryan Bridge (Tiffany) and Zach Bridge (Cassidy); his grandchildren, Naythan, Nayla, Madelyn, and Callen; his sister, Terri Watkins (Troy); and, long time companion, Eileen Dubroff.

Geoff was...

Jan 11, 2026

Rose Marie Farrer, age 82, passed away on January 11, 2026, at her home in Gallatin, Tennessee. She was born on March 12, 1943, in Chicago Heights, Illinois. She attended Bloom Township High School. Rose was a member of United Church in Gallatin.

Rose had a kind and generous spirit that always put her family first. She had a caring heart...

Jan 11, 2026

Lolita Lynn Elrod Miller (74) born in Nashville, TN was called home on January 11, 2026. Anyone who knew her would describe her as colorful, curious, sparkly, enormously fun and a person who never met a stranger. She loved her flowers, hosting dinner parties, spending time with her children, grandchildren and husband Doug. She was a devout Christian and loved...

Jan 7, 2026

Obituary is pending.

Jan 4, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Runyan Carnahan, 89, of Hendersonville, TN, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 4, 2026. She was a loving and much-loved Christian wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt and friend.

 Elizabeth was born on July 16, 1936, to Lonnie Clabe Runyan and Nancy Forestine Henegar Runyan in Bridgeport, AL. She was raised in Chattanooga and...

Dec 30, 2025

Martha Ann Powell was born on January 2, 1938, in Union City, Tennessee to the late Jesse and Nora Moss. She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Powell, son Randy Powell, sister Mary Newton, brother Jerry Moss, and aunt Catherine Bushlieter.

Martha was born and raised in West Tennessee. Her faith in God was always put first, and she...

Dec 29, 2025

Beverly Esther Richards Surles was born in Riverside Kentucky on February 27,1924. She died December 29, 2025 at the age of 101 in Hendersonville Tennessee. She was the second child of Ottis and Elva Craft Richards. She is predeceased by her sisters Mavis Richards, Ramona Moore and Gloria Jones and brothers JB, Ronnie and Larry Richards. She is survived by...

Dec 27, 2025

James Russell McCord, known affectionately as "Moe," passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on May 27, 1961, in Madison, Tennessee. He graduated from White House High School.

Moe was great at fixing things and often helped with landscaping and outdoor chores for family and friends. No matter the size of the job, he was always...

Dec 27, 2025

Margaret Deborah Davis Atwell was born on March 26, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee. She passed away on December 27, 2025, in Keystone Heights, Florida, where she resided. Margaret was a graduate of Joelton High School.

Margaret enjoyed many hobbies that showcased her creativity. She loved to sew, scrapbook, make quilts, and sing at church, sharing her talents with those around her.

Margaret...

Dec 20, 2025

James Michael Ronen, 88, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at Clarendale at Indian Lake Assisted Living in Hendersonville, TN. He was a former longtime resident of St. John, KS.

He was born in Wichita, KS on March 19, 1937 to William L. and Marie O. Ronen. He was the 2nd of 4 children. He had two brothers and a...

Dec 20, 2025

Sherry Dean Campbell was born on January 29, 1951, in Madison, TN during one of the worst blizzards known in this area.

She grew up on a 20-acre farm with parents, Henry Jr. Campbell and Penny Campbell, and siblings Doris, Larry and Garry. On the same home place were her grandparents, Henry and Lonie Campbell and great grandparents, Hugh and Maude...