Obituaries
Sarah Annette Allen
Mar 3, 2024
Sarah Annette Allen, age 82, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on March 3, 2024. Annette was born to the late Walker and Iris Potts on April 6, 1941 in Lyles, Tennessee.
Annette enjoyed bowling and playing basketball. She also enjoyed traveling. Annette absolutely adored her dog, Sassy.
While relaxing, Annette enjoyed sipping on an RC and having a Rice Krispy Treat. In her free time,...
Clyde L. Brown
Mar 2, 2024
Clyde L. Brown, loving husband, devoted father, grandfather and friend, died March 2, 2024. He was born in Taft, Tennessee on February 8, 1938. He was preceded in death by his mother, LaVerne B. Fennessey, his stepfather, William “Bill” Fennessey, and by his wife of 39 years, Helen Brown. He is survived by his loving daughter, Jessica L. Rich (Johnny) and granddaughters Helen and Lucy Grace. He is also survived by a sister, Fay Carr and nephew Wayne...
Reina Smith
Mar 1, 2024
Reina Shannon Smith, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on March 1, 2024, at the age of 48. Her passing was unexpected and subsequent to a stroke just two weeks prior. Reina was a Nashville native born on July 1, 1975. She attended Hendersonville High School and was married on January 8, 2008 to her husband, Chris Smith.
Reina enjoyed being outdoors,...
Lester Brauer
Feb 28, 2024
Lester George Brauer, age 94 of Gallatin, TN passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Mr. Brauer was born on October 7, 1929 in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years and his parents William and Luella Brauer. He is also preceded by siblings Warren, Danny, Jim,...
Robert Galloway, Jr.
Feb 26, 2024
Dr. Robert Knox (R.K.) Galloway Jr. was born October 19, 1924. R.K. graduated from East High School in Nashville where he led the marching band as its outstanding drum major. After graduation in 1943 he served in World War II as a First Lieutenant in the Infantry of the Americal Division in Leyte Philippines and the Occupation Forces in Japan....
William "Bill" Andrew Monroe
Feb 25, 2024
William “Bill” Andrew Monroe, 81, of Gallatin, Tennessee passed away peacefully on February 25, 2024, at Sumner Regional Hospital. Bill was born in Crew, Virginia.
After Bill graduated from Petersburg High School, he served 4 years in the U.S. Coast Guard. He enjoyed his career as a salesman. Bill loved to talk about cars and sports. He was an avid Atlanta...
Joan Carol Warren
Feb 24, 2024
Joan Carol Warren, age 64, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on February 24, 2024. Carol was born on April 2, 1959 to the late Braxton and Anna Dixon in Madison, Tennessee. She touched many hearts through her various roles in the professional world and her unwavering dedication to her loved ones.Beginning her journey after graduating from Hendersonville High School in...
Fredrick Martin
Feb 23, 2024
Fredrick Michael Martin, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on Friday, February 23rd. Fredrick was born on October 18th, 1949 to William and Louise Martin. He attended St. John’s Catholic High School in Benton Harbor Michigan, and he graduated from Western Michigan University.
He led a life dedicated to serving. He was a retired Major from the United States Army Special Forces....
Kenneth Bond
Feb 23, 2024
Kenneth Bond, a steadfast beacon of joy and resilience, bid farewell to this world on February 23, 2024, surrounded by the comforting embrace of his loving family. Born on October 5, 1938, in Louisville, KY, to James Bond and Evelyn Hargrove, Kenneth's life was a rich tapestry woven with love, dedication, and cherished moments that define a life well-lived.
Kenneth's journey...
Lois Clements
Feb 22, 2024
Lois Morgan Clements, age 88, of Hermitage, Tennessee passed away on February 22, 2024. She was born to the late James and Nursie Morgan on March 15, 1935 in Woodbury, Tennessee.
Lois had a contagious sense of humor that made you laugh, even in her last days. She was a lady of style who loved fashion and perfectly coordinated outfits. Lois...
Angelina E. Nichols
Feb 21, 2024
Angelina Elaine Nichols, 85, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Angelina was born on November 17, 1938, in Pueblo, Colorado to Nicholas M. and Rose E. Figueroa.
Anglelina graduated from college in Colorado Springs, Colorado earning a Master’s degree in accounting. She went on to receive her CPA certification and was a practicing CPA for 45 years. She worked...
Pauline Jennings
Feb 20, 2024
Pauline Tunnell Jennings, 98, of Gallatin, TN, passed away on the morning of February 20th.
Pauline was born on January 28, 1926 to Cecil and Bessie Tunnell in Springville, Mississippi, alongside her twin sister, Maxine. She married Earl “Buddy” Jennings Jr. in 1949 and a few years later had a daughter, Carolyn. Pauline and Buddy were together for 55 years until...
Linda Napier
Feb 19, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Irene (Sopher) Napier on February 19, 2024, in Hendersonville, Tennessee.Linda was born on October 15, 1947, in Hammond, Indiana, to Rollin and Louise Sopher, alongside her twin brother and lifelong friend, Randy. She was preceded in death by her infant baby sister, Juanita; her parents, Rollin and Louise;...
James Paul Jackson
Feb 19, 2024
James Paul Jackson was born February 16, 1938, in Gaffney, South Carolina, the second of three children to Buford and Irene Jackson. He passed peacefully at home and surrounded by family on February 19, 2024, at the age of 86.
Paul is survived by three children, Eric Paul Jackson (Kadi), James Scott Jackson (Jennifer), and Terri Lynn Jackson; five grandchildren, Valerie...
Michael "Mike" Douglas Malone, Sr.
Feb 18, 2024
Michael "Mike" Douglas Malone, Sr., age 55, of Hendersonville passed away on February 18, 2024. He was born on January 20, 1969 to Doug and Geraldine Malone.
Mike graduated from Riverdale High School in Georgia. He loved the New York Mets and die cast cars. Mike also loved his job.
Mike was a devoted husband and father and loved his family above...
Joanna Howell
Feb 18, 2024
Joanna Lynn Goforth Howell, 64, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on February 18th, 2024.
Joanna was born on July 29, 1959, to Harold and Bernice Goforth in Fort Payne, Alabama. She grew up in a very close-knit family in South Pittsburg, Tennessee. She was especially close to her grandparents: Alton and Josie Graham of Jasper, TN, and Evelyn Colburn of Chattanooga....
Mark Wade Hyde
Feb 18, 2024
Mark Wade Hyde, age 43, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024. He was born on February 14, 1981 in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Mark is preceded in death by grandparents, Jasper Val Harmon, Jr., Merrol N. Hyde, Sr., and Mildred Lassiter Hyde. He is survived by daughter, Jocelyn Elizabeth Hyde; parents, Merrol and Beverly Hyde; brother, Michael Scott Hyde (Amber); grandmother,...
Arthur "Art" F. Sakowicz
Feb 17, 2024
Arthur “Art” Francis Sakowicz, son of the late Leo Sakowicz and Anna “Angie” Sakowicz, was born on June 2nd, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois. After moving to Battle Creek, MI with his family as a young boy, Art attended Battle Creek Central High School where he became a standout athlete, earning all-conference honors in football and baseball. He was scouted by...
Karen Starr
Feb 16, 2024
Karen Lillian Starr, age 78, of Nashville, died peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on February 16, 2024. Karen was born on October 3, 1945, to the late George and Bessie Starr.
Karen joined the United States Army Nurse Corps in 1978, spending four years on Active Duty and nearly 24 years in the Reserves. She retired from the Army...
Betty Hilgadiack
Feb 15, 2024
Betty C. Hilgadiack, age 89, of Gallatin, TN passed away on February 15th, 2024. Betty Hilgadiack was born on August 20, 1934 to Charles Buford and Jessie Deane Lipscomb.
Betty was a member of Gallatin First United Methodist Church for 47 years. Betty grew up at Monroe Harding Children’s Home in Nashville. She graduated from Hillsboro High School in Nashville, TN...
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