Obituaries
Donald Lawrence Snyder
Oct 7, 2025
Donald "Don" Lawrence Snyder, a beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend, passed away on October 7, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on January 21, 1935, in Youngstown, Ohio, Don will be remembered by his kindness, compassion, and commitment to his loved ones.
A proud graduate of Chaney High School in Youngstown, Ohio, Don furthered his education by earning a...
Patricia C. Halterman
Oct 7, 2025
Patricia C. Halterman, 91, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Pat was born on September 19, 1934, in Boston, Massachusetts to Edwin and Loraine (Nowlin) Crosby.
Pat was a school bus driver for over 40 years, and in addition to driving for the school district, she was a tour bus driver for Grey Lines Tours. In addition to driving, Pat...
Herbert D. Mann
Oct 6, 2025
On Monday morning, October 6, 97-year-old Herbert David Mann slipped away to Jesus as one of our Orlando pastors read from 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. He exited quietly as was befitting to the godly, quiet life he led.
We are taking his body to Tennessee to lay it next to Tiny and Braden. Please pray for his wife Fran. “For our light...
Nancy Thompson
Oct 5, 2025
Nancy Lou Troupe Thompson, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on October 5th after a long battle with dementia. She was 85 years old and affectionally known as Bunny, Bun-Bun, and Mrs. T. to family and friends. She was born on March 23, 1940 at home in Inglewood, as the fifth child of Fred and Ruth Troupe. Nancy grew up in...
Donald Andrews Strahle
Oct 1, 2025
Donald Andrews Strahle, age 84 of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Don was born on January 10, 1941, in Brooklyn, New York while in an elevator! Don was a good man with a positive mindset who looked at the lighter things of life. Even in the worst moments of a crisis, he would always...
Nadine Simone Conley
Sep 30, 2025
Nadine Simone Conley, affectionately known as "Nanz," was born on November 13, 1949, in Dallas, Texas. Surrounded by family, she passed away at her home on September 30, 2025.
She retired from American Healthways after 25 years. Nadine and some fellow coworkers started a band named "Strat 5." This group gained notable recognition in a memorable trip to the Rock and...
Peggy Ann Morgan
Sep 24, 2025
Peggy Ann Morgan, 75, born on April 24, 1950, in Gainesboro, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Hendersonville Medical Center. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, Peggy will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Peggy dedicated over thirty years of her life to the Sumner County Board of Education, touching countless...
Holly F. Wood
Sep 23, 2025
Holly F. Wood, 65, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. Holly was born on December 27, 1959, in Madison, Tennessee to Ronald R. and Myrtle L. (Ralph) Heyn.
Holly loved scary movies, shopping sales, and the beach. She had a soft place in her heart for animals bringing in many strays over the years. Holly was a giving person, willing...
Forrest Oakley Williams
Sep 21, 2025
Forrest Oakley Williams, age 85, of Hendersonville passed away on September 21, 2025. Oakley was born on January 23, 1940 to the late Forrest Kenan Williams and Ann Walters Williams in Columbia, Tennessee. Oakley was a cherished member of the Hendersonville community and will be remembered for his warm spirit and dedication to both family and faith.
A proud veteran of...
Kate Cook
Sep 21, 2025
Kate Wilson Cook, age 94, died 09/21/2025. Born Emma Kate Wilson (September 16, 1931), first daughter and second child of Lewis Summers Wilson and Ruth (Shore) Wilson, married 1926. Kate adored her loving parents and had a childhood that she cherished in the small town of Meadowview, VA. She spoke of her early life with the greatest warmth and affection,...
Jim Patton
Sep 19, 2025
James D. “Air Boat Jim” Patton age 80 passed away on September 19, 2025. Jim was born on April 6, 1945, in Martin, Kentucky to Clarence Douglas and Thelma Marie (Miller) Patton.
Jim loved the outdoors, cutting the grass, fishing, and taking people out on his airboat to tour the swamps and marshes of Florida. His love and humor will be...
Harry Sudekum
Sep 19, 2025
Harry Anthony Sudekum, Sr., 86, of Hendersonville, TN passed away on September 19, 2025, surrounded by family.
Harry was born on March 8, 1939 to C. M. Sudekum and Helen Sudekum. Harry grew up in Nashville, TN and graduated from Isaac Litton High School where he played football and was known as "Bear."
Harry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle,...
Barbara Jean Clough
Sep 17, 2025
Barbara Jean Clough born on November 22, 1931 in Decatur, Illinois passed away on September 17, 2025. Born to Edna and Clarence Hicks she was child number ten out of 12 children.
Barbara graduated from Decatur High School and was the first child to receive a high school diploma.
After raising her family, Barbara went back to school at Lee University where...
William Philbin
Sep 17, 2025
William "Bill" Philbin, born on August 14, 1940, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on September 17, 2025. Bill was a dedicated and hardworking man who devoted his life to providing for his family. He proudly served in the United States Army prior to his honorable discharge in October of 1962. Bill also spent an impressive forty...
William Heston Sloan
Sep 17, 2025
William Heston Sloan, 85, of Hendersonville passed away on September 17, 2025. William was born on August 21, 1940, in Pleasant Shade, Tennessee to the late Lymon and Frances Sloan.
William attended Glencliff High School. He was known for his love of fishing, a hobby that brought him joy. He had a passion for storytelling and loved sharing stories with friends...
Joseph Samuel Monte
Sep 15, 2025
Joseph (Joe) Monte, 89, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, at The Harmony at Bellevue in Nashville, TN. He was born in Bessemer, Alabama to the late Sam and Mary Monte. Preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife Catherine Monte of 55 years, and his granddaughter, Isabella Catherine Monte.
He is survived by his brother, Sam (Cathy) Monte,...
Mary Ellen Tapp
Sep 12, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Ellen Tapp announce her peaceful passing on September 12, 2025 at the age of 83, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on July 28, 1942 in Butler, Pennsylvania and resided in Hendersonville, Tennessee. She was the daughter of Jerome and Patricia MacDonald. She earned her bachelor's degree from Northern...
Charles T. Simerka
Sep 10, 2025
Charles Thomas Simerka passed away on September 10, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Charles was born on March 24, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan to Charles Frank and Dorothy (Healey) Simerka.
Charles was an avid hunter and fisherman and a talented chef. He was a devout Catholic and was a member and lector at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church in...
Rose Marie Smith
Sep 9, 2025
Rose Marie Smith, 85, passed away on Tuesday September 9, 2025. Rose was born on July 10, 1940, in Springfield, Illinois to Paul B. and Charlotte (Wantland) Schroeder.
Rose was a woman of strong faith. She was a longtime active member of Cornerstone Church in Madison, Tennessee. She was involved in many Bible study groups, was an avid reader especially the...
Joyce Renfro Patton
Sep 5, 2025
With a heart full of grace and a spirit that touched all who knew her, Joyce Renfro Patton passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, at the age of 100, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Raymond Davis Renfro and Maude Smith Renfro, Joyce’s life was shaped by deep family ties and enduring faith. After...
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