Obituaries
Donovan "Don" Ames
Jun 29, 2026
Donovan Eugene Ames II, 79, a caring and passionate man, whose biggest loves were his family, friends and giving back to the community, who was known for his wit as well as his storytelling, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, after battling an acute illness.
Born in the Midwest in Canton, Ohio, Don was the second of three children of...
Helen Ballard Portman
Jun 28, 2026
Full obituary pending.
Visitation for Helen will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 9 until 11 am at Hendersonville Funeral Home (353 E. Main St., Hendersonville, TN 37075). The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11 am at the same location with burial to follow in Hendersonville Memory Gardens.
Alice W. Cothron
Jun 25, 2026
Alice Jeanette Watkins Cothron, 81 years of age, passed away at home on Thursday, June 25, 2026 (62526) surrounded by her husband and four children.
She was born in Bridgeport, CT on January 23, 1945 (012345) to Christine & Gene Watkins.
She grew up in Nashville, TN and attended Dan Mills Elementary. She graduated from Isaac Litton High School in 1963 and...
Thomas Rudd Cambron
Jun 24, 2026
Thomas Rudd Cambron, age 87, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on June 24, 2026, at Hendersonville Medical Center. He was born on February 8, 1939, in Henderson, Kentucky, to the late Tom and Jewel Cambron.
Tom will be remembered for his quiet faith, steady devotion to family, love of travel, and the many friendships he built throughout his long and full...
John Benjamin Duggan
Jun 24, 2026
John Benjamin (Ben) Duggan, 86 years of age, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by family and loved ones on June 24, 2026. Ben was born in Macon, Georgia on April 6, 1940, to Robert Stone Duggan, Sr. and Bertha Theodora Legters.
He graduated from Lanier High School. Ben earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech in fall...
Richard "Wally" Wallis
Jun 24, 2026
Richard "Wally" Wallis, age 85, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. He was born on February 9, 1941, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Olis and Opal Wallis.
Wally was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished "Baapaw," caring brother, and faithful friend whose kindness and quiet strength touched the lives of many. He proudly served his country...
Patsy Chesnut Hunter
Jun 22, 2026
Patsy Chesnut Hunter, age 94, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on June 22, 2026.
Born on April 15, 1932, in Harlan, Kentucky, Patsy was the daughter of the late Lacy Ellis Shirley and Opal Gwendolyn Shirley. She lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to her family, faith, and friends.
Patsy worked for many years as a secretary and switchboard...
Renee Berntsen
Jun 21, 2026
Renee Berntsen, age 56, of Castalian Springs, Tennessee, passed away on June 21, 2026.
Born on July 19, 1969, in Pueblo, Colorado, Renee was the beloved daughter of the late Harlan and Angelina Richardson. Throughout her life, she was devoted to her family and found her greatest joy in caring for those she loved.
Renee dedicated her life to being a homemaker,...
Chong Won Park
Jun 17, 2026
Chong Won Park, a devoted family man and dedicated professional, passed away on June 17, 2026. Born on April 29, 1939, in South Korea, he lived a life marked by kindness, humility, and generosity.
Chong pursued higher education with great determination, earning not just one but two Master’s degrees—one in business administration and another in business education. His commitment to learning...
Warren Brewer
Jun 15, 2026
Melvin Warren Brewer, Jr. passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. Warren was born on April 3, 1961, in Tampa, Florida to Melvin Warren Brewer, Sr., and JoAnn E. (Jayroe) Francis.
Warren was a distinguished professional drummer for many years. He had a great sense of humor, big heart, and a zest for life. He had a tremendous love for his...
Amy Brewer
Jun 13, 2026
Amy LeeAnn Brewer, 40, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. Amy was born on November 11, 1985, to Melvin Warren Brewer, Jr. and Tammy Renee Johnson.
Amy was a free spirit, loud, funny, and the life of the party. She attended Station Camp High School. In her free time, Amy loved writing poems depicting life.
Amy is preceded...
Donald Ray Givan
Jun 13, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Don Givan, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, on June 13, 2026. Born on December 19, 1939, in the quaint town of Old Hickory, Tennessee, Don was the cherished son of Jack and Carrie Givan, who preceded him in death. He spent his childhood years...
Thomas McBride Elizer
Jun 11, 2026
Thomas McBride Elizer, a kind and outgoing man known for his generous spirit and love of family, passed away on June 11, 2026. Born on April 9, 1993, in Nashville, Tennessee, Thomas lived a life filled with joy, service, and memorable moments treasured by all who knew him.
Thomas was someone who would do anything to help others, always ready with...
Betty Crabtree
Jun 7, 2026
Betty Jacqueline Crabtree, age 78, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on June 7, 2026. Born on December 22, 1947, in Fountain Run, Kentucky, Betty lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to others. She attended Gamaliel High School in Kentucky.
On January 8, 1966, she married the love of her life, Jerry. Together they shared a beautiful marriage spanning...
Ruby Felker
Jun 6, 2026
Ruby (Potter) Felker, 93, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Ruby was the second of three children, born on August 10, 1932, in Nashville, Tennessee to Burr and Beatrice (Gentry) Potter.
Ruby began taking piano lessons when she was in elementary school and became very proficient in it. She was a lifelong member of Grace Church. As a teenager, she...
Bernadette Ferrell
Jun 5, 2026
Bernadette Ford Ferrell, age 80, passed away on June 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, devotion, and love for her family.
Born on January 16, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee, Bernadette was the daughter of a proud Tennessee family and a lifelong resident at heart of the city she loved. She graduated from East Nashville High School in 1964 and...
Coach Jon M. Jepsen
Jun 3, 2026
Jon Mark Jepsen, 89, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Coach Jepsen was born on June 30, 1936, to Edward and Gaynell (Knight) Jepsen in Hammond, Indiana.
Coach Jepsen dedicated 24 years to Munster High School and built one of the most successful swimming programs in Indiana history. During his remarkable coaching career, Munster captured seven boys state championships, produced...
Paul Singelyn
May 31, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Paul John Singelyn, 82, of Hendersonville Tennessee who departed this life on Sunday May 31, 2026.
Paul was born on June 16, 1943, in Detroit Michigan, he was the son of proud Irish parents James and Adele Singelyn. Out of high school he was accepted into West Point Military Academy...
David Cook
May 31, 2026
David Cook, 79, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in North Miami, Florida, David was the son of George Cook and Barbara Miller Cook. He was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, Rhonda Cook, and his brother, Douglas Cook.
David is survived by his three daughters: Carrin Meadows of Marietta,...
James "Jim" Richards
May 31, 2026
James "Jim" Richards, a devoted family man, proud Army veteran, and beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2026. Born on April 16, 1947, Jim’s life was marked by dedication, service, and a spirit that endeared him to many.
Jim graduated from East Nashville High School in the Class of 1966, a milestone that heralded the beginning...
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