Obituaries

May 7, 2024

Nancy Sue Walker Evetts, a longtime resident of Hendersonville, died peacefully May 7, 2024, after a brief illness.  She lived her life as “Sue” until her oldest grandson was born, when she became known to all as “Sudie”, a name originally given to her by her own grandfather.

Sudie was born May 30, 1939 in Robertson County, Tennessee, to Nancy Christine...

May 7, 2024

Larry Cecil Wynns, age 67, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on May 7, 2024. He was born on April 3, 1957 in Russellville, Kentucky to the late Dot and J.C. Wynns.  

Larry is survived by his devoted wife of over 43 years, Renee Wynns; children, Justin Wynns (Kate) and Eric Wynns; and grandchildren, Palmer and Helen. 

Larry was a graduate of...

May 3, 2024

Matthew Kyle Strane, age 60, of Hendersonville passed away on May 3, 2024. Kyle was born on December 15, 1963 to Bob and Donna Strane. Kyle was dedicated to his work at Piedmont Natural Gas for 39 years. He loved to golf. During his free time, he enjoyed being with his friends. He was lovingly known as "Pops" to his grandkids. Kyle...

May 3, 2024

JENETTA ALLISON HARDEN LAY

 

Jenetta Allison Harden Lay passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, in her adopted hometown of Hendersonville, Tennessee. She was born to Daisy Keltner Allison and Omer Allison on October 2, 1931, in Columbia, Kentucky. Jenetta was a beautiful lady – inside and out – with an infectious smile, sense of humor, and laugh, all unmistakably hers,...

May 2, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that I announce that my mother Barbara Jean Allen Burke has gone to be with her beloved husband, Arthur Joseph Burke, Sr. in the great kingdom of heaven.

 

Barbara and Art were married on November 1, 1957. Patrick was their first born, February 27, 1960, both he and Barbara worked hard to provide for the...

Apr 29, 2024

Brandon Mark Faulkner, 25, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024.  Brandon was born on July 11, 1998, in Gallatin, Tennessee to Donald Gregory Faulkner and Beverly Diane (Blackburn) Faulkner.

Brandon loved anything with the American Flag, his 2013 Mustang GT, guitars, and dirt bikes.  But his true love and passion was his family.   Brandon was a loving son, brother,...

Apr 26, 2024

Chester Allen Roberts, Jr. of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away at his home on April 26, 2024, at the age of 76, surrounded by his family. 

Allen was born in Nashville, Tennessee to Chester and Tommie Roberts on August 21, 1947. He grew up in Hendersonville, where he attended Hendersonville High School. He went on to attend Lipscomb College and followed his...

Apr 26, 2024

James David Maynor, age 78, of Hendersonville met his Heavenly Father on April 26, 2024. James was born on April 9, 1946 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late William and Helen Maynor.James graduated from East High School in Nashville, Tennessee and went on to further his education at Middle Tennessee State University.  James was a member of Hendersonville First Baptist.James,...

Apr 23, 2024

Larry Dwight Houston, age 68, passed away in Hendersonville, Tennessee on April 23, 2024.  He was born on December 23, 1955 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Cornelia and Sam Houston.  Dwight is survived by his wife, Judy Houston; daughter, Hunter Houston (Damian Sowers); step-daughter, Juliana Marie; granddaughter, Lainey Sowers; siblings, Glenda Newell, Alan Houston (Connie), Melanie Houston, and Kevin...

Apr 22, 2024

Beauna Blair Tidwell, age 86, of Portland, passed away on April 22, 2024. Beauna was born on January 16, 1938 to the late Jess and Dora Blair in Kayjay, Kentucky.

Beauna enjoyed Bingo, card games, and listening to old country music. Beauna knew no stranger and was a mom to everyone. She loved to cook and have people over at her...

Apr 21, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Allison Shealy Wolhaupter, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, who passed away on April 21, 2024 at the age of 65 due to kidney failure.  

Allison was born on April 15, 1959 to Erskine Taylor and Jean G Shealy. Allison graduated from Hendersonville High School and UT Knoxville with a degree in...

Apr 21, 2024

Linda Joyce Alkasem, age 65, passed away April 21, 2024 in Andalusia, AL along with her mother and sister. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend. Linda loved travel and worked as a flight attendant and saw the world before settling back down in Hendersonville with her family.   Many in this community knew her to be Chef...

Apr 21, 2024

Deborah Bailey Wall, age 67, passed away April 21, 2024 in Andalusia, AL along with her mother and sister. Debby had called Hendersonville home since 1967. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, and friend.  She loved her community and had a passion for life but loved her family most of all.

She had a degree in nursing and truly...

Apr 21, 2024

Evelyn Shelton Hnott-Brayton, age 89, passed away April 21, 2024 in Andalusia AL along with her two daughters, Debby and Linda. She was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother and friend.  

Evelyn was an active member of the Nashville Women’s Club, where she served as President in 2017. She loved playing bridge and often had a game lined up every day...

Apr 18, 2024

Apr 16, 2024

Wayne E. Thompson, 76, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.  Wayne was born on September 15, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois to Thomas E. and Yvonne (Lewis) Thompson.

Wayne worked as a Logistics  Manager for Aladdin as well as Security for the Opryland Park and Hotel for a number of years and remained active after retirement working at...

Apr 15, 2024

Leah Darlene Laird, 69, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024.  Leah was born on September 9, 1954, to Norman and Louise (Holt) Pierce in Nashville, Tennessee.

Leah was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.  She had a quiet dignity and a loving spirit.  Her love will be missed.

Leah is preceded in death by her parents Norman and Louise Pierce....

Apr 11, 2024

Birdie Maxine Skaggs, age 75, of Nashville, Tennessee passed away unexpectedly on April 11th, 2024. Birdie was born in Logan, West Virginia on August 1, 1948, daughter of the late Ed and Ruth Frye.  She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Jerry Lee Skaggs; their sons, Jerry Allen (Melissa) and Joseph Lee (Crystal); grandchildren, Ava Skaggs, Charlotte...

Apr 11, 2024

Nahida Anki Dabit, age 68, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on April 11, 2024. Nahida was born on March 6, 1956 to Issa and Zuhour Anki. Nahida was born in Amman, Jordan and lived most of her adult life in Middle Tennessee surrounded by family and friends.She attended church at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. She loved to travel, loved...

Apr 11, 2024

Connie Kathryn Bilbrey, age 81, passed away on April 11, 2024.  She was born on December 28, 1942 in Arkansas to the late Lucille and Harley Johnson.  Connie is also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Bilbrey.

Connie is survived by her sons, Scott Bilbrey (Elizabeth Bednarcik) and Todd Bilbrey; grandchildren, Holden Bilbrey, Beau Bilbrey, and Ella Bilbrey; and siblings,...