Obituaries

Apr 26, 2025

Jo Ellyn (Goshorn) Bryan, 78, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025. Jo was born October 17, 1946, in Fairmont, MN, daughter of the late Alva and Catherine Frances (Jennings) Goshorn.

After graduating high school, Jo went on to earn a scholarship and receive her nursing degree from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Rochester, MN (Mayo Clinic). She greatly enjoyed...

Apr 26, 2025

Apr 25, 2025

Lynda Mae Froelich Evjen, a prominent City of Hendersonville community leader known for her irrepressible spirit and deep commitment to charity, passed away suddenly on April 21, 2025 following a short illness. She was 77.

Middle Tennessee residents often referred to Lynda as “The Heartbeat of Hendersonville,” and for good reason. Not long after moving to Hendersonville in 2007, Lynda founded...

Apr 19, 2025

Leonard Ray Tucker, Sr., known to his friends and family as Ray, 79, of Hendersonville, Tennessee died Saturday, April 19, 2025. Ray was born October 19, 1945. He grew up in Centerville, Tennessee, a son of the late Alton and Minnie Tucker. Ray, his brothers and sister grew up on a farm by the Duck River.

Ray married Patricia Hope Finchum...

Apr 18, 2025

David C. Lind, born on March 10, 1961, departed this life on April 18, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

A proud graduate of Irvington High School in Fremont, California, David carried the values of hard work and dedication throughout his life. He was...

Apr 14, 2025

Robert Norman Davis passed peacefully at Hendersonville Hospital, April 14, 2025. Bob was born July 30, 1938, to Geraldine Elizabeth (Sliker) Davis and Norman DuBois Davis in Plainfield, NJ. He was predeceased by his parents and brother-in-law Stephen Smith.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Elizabeth Ann (Paine) Davis, his three children from his marriage to Barbara,...

Apr 6, 2025

James Ronald "Ronnie" Capps, age 86, passed away on April 6, 2025. Ronnie was born on March 16, 1939 to the late Malachi Wilson "Dub" Capps and Anna Lee Capps in Greenfield, Tennessee.

Growing up in Greenfield, he attended Greenfield High School, where he lettered in multiple sports and was honored as Mr. Greenfield High School.

At the young age of 18,...

Apr 5, 2025

Apr 4, 2025

Monika Elfrieda Manning, born on February 28, 1952, in Nuremberg, Germany, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Monika’s life was one marked by kindness, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of language and nature.

Monika attended college in Nuremberg where she dedicated her studies to linguistics, a passion that would lead her to become fluent...

Apr 2, 2025

Jess Waynick passed away peacefully at the Heritage of Brentwood on April 2, 2025. He was born in Clarksville, TN and retired back to Hendersonville, TN, but truly loved the 40 years he lived, worked and built a family in Chicago. His spirit carries on through his wife, son, and many adoring family members and friends. He will join in...

Mar 30, 2025

Richard Wayne Jenkins, age 85, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

He was our handsome, charming Southern gentleman whose smile and laughter spoke louder than words ever could. His life was built on love—his love for God, his devotion to our mother, his dedication to his daughters, and his greatest joy, being GranDad. He was the foundation...

Mar 29, 2025

Shirley Ann McIntyre, 78, passed away on March 29, 2025. Shirley was born on October 7, 1946, in Louisville, Kentucky. Shirley was a precious lady who loved her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and devout Christian.

Shirley met the love of her life James “Ernie” McIntyre when she was 12 years old. They married in 1963...

Mar 29, 2025

Dr. Richard “Dan” Roth, of Gallatin, TN peacefully passed away on Friday, March 29, 2025.

Dan was born on December 27 in Albany, GA to the late Richard Allen Roth and Carol Lanier Roth.

He was preceded in death by his father Richard Allen Roth and mother Carol Lanier Roth.

He is survived by his wife Henrietta Roth, 5 children Rick (Allie) Roth...

Mar 22, 2025

Marjorie Tindell Redditt, of Hendersonville, TN passed away Saturday, March 22nd, 2025, surrounded by her family. Margie was born on Easter Sunday, April 1st, 1934 in Tensas Parrish, LA to the late Albert Edward Tindell and Mary Stone Tindell.

She is preceded in death by her husband, John B. Redditt, Jr., and her daughter, Anita Kathleen Pippin. 

She is survived by her...

Mar 21, 2025

Nellie F. Wheeler, age 94, passed away on March 21, 2025. Nellie was born on November 21, 1930 to the late Andrew Jackson Weatherly and Willie Lee Talley Weatherly in Chesnut Mound, Tennessee. 

Nellie was a graduate of Litton High School.

Throughout her life, she devoted herself to her family, cherishing moments spent together, particularly during holiday gatherings.

An avid cook, Nellie found...

Mar 18, 2025

Joanne Kathleen Villella, 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. Born January 21, 1938, Joanne lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end. She graduated from St. Francis De Sales High School, McKees Rocks, PA in 1955. She was the oldest of four children, survived by her siblings Margo McCaffrey of Butler, PA, and Mark Zahn...

Mar 17, 2025

Anthony W. "Tony" Riddle, Jr; age 56, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Tony was born on January 25, 1969, to Anthony W. Riddle, Sr. and Gloria (Melvin) Riddle in Old Hickory, Tennessee.

Tony was a "jack of all trades" who could build or fix anything. He was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved bass fishing....

Mar 14, 2025

Michael Joe Morgan, age 61, of Gallatin passed away on March 14, 2025. Mike was born on July 15, 1963 to Joe and Sandra Morgan in Gainesboro, Tennessee. Mike lived a life illuminated by his unwavering devotion to his wife and enriched by memorable adventures.

A proud graduate of Hendersonville High School, Mike carried with him the values instilled in him...

Mar 13, 2025

Robert Francis Burke III, age 71, of Camden TN and Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on March 13th.

Robert (Bobby) was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 17, 1953 to parents, Robert and Mildred.

He grew up in Arlington Heights, Illinois. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church when he was younger. He attended Hersey High School and received his...

Mar 13, 2025

Jane Sayre Joseph passed away on Thursday March 13, 2025. Jane was born on April 5, 1941, to Bob and Alma Sayre in Binghamton, New York.

After graduating from Montrose High School in Montrose, Pennsylvania, Jane was one selected for a new pilot coop program by E.I. DuPont Company in Wilmington, Delaware with Goldey Beacom University for Academic degree high school...