Recent Obituaries in Gallatin, Hendersonville, & Bethpage
Leon Goforth
Apr 21, 2025
Leon Goforth, 92, of Gallatin, Tennessee (formerly Cleveland, Tennessee), passed away on Monday, April 21, 2025, in Gallatin. He was a revered former pastor at Hopewell Church of God in Cleveland, Tennessee, where he dedicated 22 years of his life to serving his congregation and the community with unwavering faith and compassion. Born February 25, 1933, in Kadane Corner, Texas,...
Joan Charlotte Gray
Apr 16, 2025
Joan Charlotte Gray, a cherished aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at her home in Bethpage, Tennessee. Born on September 5, 1941, in Edenwold, Tennessee, Joan led a life marked by independence, passion, and a profound love for the simple pleasures. She was the daughter of the late Barney Edward Gray and Ina Dalton Gray.
A...
Ruby J. Harris
Apr 16, 2025
Ruby J. Harris, 88, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, surrounded by love. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born October 9, 1936, in Ventura, California, she was the daughter of the late Marvin...
Ann Kirkham
Apr 15, 2025
Eleanor Ann Kirkham, age 85, passed away peacefully at home on April 15 following a brief illness. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother, Ann was known for her quiet strength, steady presence and deep love for her family.
Born on March 28, 1940, Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Kirkham, parents Thurman and Mabel Durham, and brother Ronnie...
Ella Bea Leggs
Apr 15, 2025
Ella Bea Leggs, born on March 24, 1931, in Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. A cherished member of her community and loved one to many, Ella's life was a tapestry woven with the threads of family, faith, and passion.
Ella graduated from Union High School, marking the beginning of her journey enriched by...
James H. Massingille
Apr 12, 2025
James H. Massingille, affectionately known as Jimmie, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the age of 93 in Celina, Tennessee. Born on June 16, 1931, in Clay County, Tennessee, Jimmie's life was dedicated to farming, a vocation he pursued passionately throughout his entire life. His work on the farm was not just a profession; it was a...
Guy R. Handley
Apr 11, 2025
Guy R. Handley, 80, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida & Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. Born on October 30, 1944, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Olive E. and Guy C Handley, Guy grew up in Aiken, South Carolina, before eventually moving to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. There, he distinguished himself academically and athletically, graduating from the prestigious Pine Crest...
Joseph Douglas Fertitta
Apr 10, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Douglas Fertitta, beloved husband, father, and papa, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on May 30, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Joseph Dubail Fertitta and Dorothy Jean Ulrich Fertitta.
Joe was a talented welder and sheet metal worker, working...
Richard Henry Cox
Apr 10, 2025
Richard Henry Cox, 86, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025. Born September 5, 1938, in Goffstown, New Hampshire, he was the son of the late Henry and Blanche Cox.
Richard proudly retired as a steam engineer with the state of Tennessee, where he played a vital role in ensuring that the boilers ran efficiently in the state's...
Jerlene Kay Morrison
Apr 9, 2025
Jerlene Kay Morrison, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, in Covington, Georgia, surrounded by her family.
Born with a warm heart and a vibrant spirit, Jerlene never met a stranger. Her kindness, wit, and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone made her a treasured friend and confidante to many. She had a passion for flowers, a...
Margaret Nancy Inch
Apr 9, 2025
Margaret Nancy O’Brien was born in a tent on the banks of the St. Clair river in St. Clair, Michigan, on September 9, 1925.
She was the youngest of 2 daughters to Jack (John) and Catherine Paya O’Brien. Marg’s mother, Catherine, passed at a young age. She and her sister, Kate, were assisted along the way by her aunts and uncles...
Ronald Dean Rye
Apr 7, 2025
Ronald Dean Rye, 62, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, April 7, 2025. Born December 14, 1962, in Clarksville, Tennessee, Ronnie was known for his easy-going and fun-loving spirit. He was the son of the late Robert Lee Rye and Daisy Belle Williams Rye.
Ronnie had a commendable career as an auto mechanic, recognized for his...
Janina Damszenko
Apr 6, 2025
Janina Damszenko ( aka Johnnie ) , age 98 of Gallatin , peacefully departed on April 6, 2025 , in the comfort of her own home . She was born in Poland on April 15, 1926 , however her birth was not recorded until may 15, 1926 giving her two birthdays to celebrate which she was so very thrilled about...
Elizabeth C. Calvino
Apr 4, 2025
Elizabeth C. Calvino, 87, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025. Born on March 6, 1938, in Nashville, Tennessee, Liz was the daughter of the late Edward Levi Cole and Mary Frances Spray.
A dedicated professional, Liz retired from the Nashville Post Office, where her commitment and hard work earned her the respect and admiration of her colleagues....
Betty Louise Hibdon
Apr 2, 2025
Betty L. Hibdon, age 84, of Gallatin, went to be with her Lord on April 2, 2025.
She was born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on December 2, 1940. Betty graduated from Gallatin High School in the class of 1959. She prepared for her career as an accountant by attending Vol State Community College. Betty worked for Sumner Regional Medical Center for over...
Cary M. Kultau
Mar 24, 2025
Cary was born on October 24, 1950, in San Francisco, California. Shortly after his birth, his family relocated to South Florida, where he spent his formative years.
From an early age, Cary developed a passion for baseball, actively participating in the sport through college and with various local organizations. He graduated from Northeast High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 1968,...
Eric Lee Creekmore
Mar 20, 2025
Eric Lee Creekmore, age 50, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on March 20, 2025.
Eric was born on December 25, 1974, in Gallatin, Tennessee. He was a graduate of the Gallatin High School Class of 1993. Eric attended Western Kentucky University and Volunteer State Community College. Eric worked in the commercial construction industry, primarily as an electrician. He took pleasure...
Alice Marie Roberson
Mar 19, 2025
Alice Marie Roberson, 82, of Gallatin, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Born on August 31, 1942, she was the daughter of the late William Calvin Roberson and Etta Marie Kemp Roberson.
Alice was a graduate of both Gallatin High School (1960) and University of Tennessee, Nashville (1972), spending the majority of her career as a kindergarten teacher at Vena...
Harold Ernest Young
Mar 18, 2025
Harold Ernest Young, 82, of Ooltewah, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Cleveland, Tennessee. Born January 30, 1943, in Stewart County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Rev. Z. R. Young and Velma L. Ballard Young. A devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and proud great-grandfather, Harold was a man...
Kevin Earl Smith
Mar 14, 2025
Kevin Earl Smith left us for the Spirit World on Friday, March 14, 2025. Kevin was proud to be a native Tennessean and was born on February 17, 1964, in Savannah, Tennessee. He was the son of Kenneth and Wanda Smith.
Kevin and his brother Ken grew up on the family farm and loved spending time outdoors. They attended Parris South...
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