Obituaries
Donald "Don" Schlosser
Aug 14, 2026
Donald Dean Schlosser, 93, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026. Don was born on May 30, 1933, in Whittier, CA to Earl Davis and Muriel Eloise (Peterson) Schlosser. Don was raised in Long Beach, California and attended Long Beach City College prior to entering the Army during the Korean War. He loved to tell stories of his time growing...
James "Jim" Coss
Sep 1, 2026
James “Jim” Horace Coss, age 87, passed away on September 1, 2026. He was born on November 3, 1938, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Horace and Ruby Coss. Jim attended East High School in Nashville.
Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1963 to 1967, including his time stationed in Greenland. Following his military service, he...
Betty Hughes
Aug 31, 2026
Betty J. Hughes died August 31, 2026, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. She was 89.
Betty was born and raised in Crowville, Louisiana, and never missed a chance to tell you what a wonderful place it was to grow up—with her little brother Johnny, her doting grandparents Maw and Paw Eldridge, and numerous close cousins. Betty remained proud throughout her life of graduating...
John Walter Ladd
Aug 23, 2026
John Walter Ladd, affectionately known as "John" and "Papa," passed away peacefully on August 23, 2026, at the age of 78. John was born on September 23, 1947, in Madison, Tennessee, to the late Thomas Jackson Ladd Jr. and Susan Lorene Litton Ladd.
John was a proud graduate of DuPont High School and Middle Tennessee State University. He faithfully served his...
Charles G. Hockenberry
Aug 19, 2026
Charles Gregory Hockenberry 80 Years Old Born in Salinas, California on August 19, 1946, to Charles Westley Hockenberry and Dorotha Viola (Gregory) Hockenberry. His 80th birthday began at his earthly home in Gallatin, TN and as he passed this milestone, he made his final journey to begin the ultimate celebration by running into the arms of his Lord and Savior,...
Bettie Ruth Rice
Aug 17, 2026
Bettie Ruth Rice, age 91, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on August 17, 2026. She was born on March 20, 1935, in Gallatin, Tennessee, to the late Currie Dickson and Effie Bennett Dickson.
A lifelong resident of Sumner County, Bettie was a devoted member of First United Methodist Church of Hendersonville. She cherished spending time with her family and especially enjoyed...
Karl Wagnon
Aug 11, 2026
Karl Edward Wagnon, 71, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026. He was born in Cookeville, Tennessee, on March 6, 1955, to Don and Kathryn Wagnon.
Karl attended Putnam County High School and later Tennessee Technological University, where he met the love of his life, Tina, through a mutual friend. The two married on December 4, 1982, and...
Dee Anne Casady
Aug 8, 2026
Dee Anne Casady, age 87, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026. She was born on October 17, 1938, in Lafayette, Tennessee.
A graduate of Macon County High School, Dee Anne was a devoted homemaker whose greatest joy was creating a warm and loving home for her family. She found beauty and purpose in the simple, meaningful things...
Robert "Bob" Alfred Stephens
Aug 7, 2026
Robert (Bob) Alfred Stephens, Jr. of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026 at the age of 71. He was born on January 9, 1955 in Jamaica, New York, St. Albans Naval hospital.
Raised in a career military family, he gained great respect for military service men and women and their families, although he did not personally serve.
His childhood...
Thomas Doyle Karnes
Aug 5, 2026
Throughout his life, Thomas was known for his unwavering commitment to those around him and for the values he upheld. He was the beloved son of Ann Leftwich, whose memory he cherished and honored throughout his days.
Thomas was humbly proud of his service in the United States Army, where he served his country honorably for nearly nine years. During his...
Jemal Akhmedov
Aug 5, 2026
Jemal Akhmedov, 93, a loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away in his Hendersonville home on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, battling several chronic and acute illnesses.
Jemal was born in Dmanisi, in the country of Georgia. He was the second of four children and had an older brother and a younger brother and one baby sister. Upon high school graduation Jemal...
Daniel M. "Dan" Gilmore
Aug 1, 2026
Daniel M. “Dan” Gilmore, 84, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Dan was born on April 15, 1942, in Evansville, Indiana to Donald D. and Doris (Proctor) Gilmore.
Dan proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, brother, and uncle. Also, Dan was a big Kentucky Basketball fan and a wood...
Michael Forkum
Jul 31, 2026
Michael “Mike” Eugene Forkum, age 75, passed away on July 31, 2026. He was born on April 1, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Comer Mack Forkum and Mildred (Minnie) Buchli Forkum.
Mike graduated from Chamberlain High School in Tampa, Florida.
Mike was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, where he faithfully served his country for 21 years....
Gloria Moses
Jul 29, 2026
Gloria Moses, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, family member, and friend, passed away on July 29, 2026. She was born on July 11, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Allan and Lela Tinnon.
With heavy hearts, her family announces the passing of a woman whose love, kindness, strength, and generous spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing...
Mary P. Bennett
Jul 27, 2026
Mary Pauline (Charbonneau) Bennett, age 88, entered eternal life on July 27, 2026, fortified by the sacraments of the Church. She passed peacefully into the arms of our heavenly God. Mary was born on June 21, 1938, to Paul and Lucille Charbonneau in Hebron, Nebraska. She was raised on the family farm in Concordia, Kansas, where she learned the values...
Helen Ruth Johnson
Jul 26, 2026
Helen Ruth Johnson, born on April 29, 1940, departed this life on July 26, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy marked by determination and kindness.
Helen was a well-known presence in Sumner County, where she dedicated herself to the real estate business for over five decades. Her career was not merely a profession; it was a remarkable journey of passion and...
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