Recent Obituaries in Gallatin, Hendersonville, & Bethpage
James Melvin Stroud
Nov 30, 2025
On behalf of the staff at Alexander Funeral Home & Crematory, we are honored to be serving the Stroud family, but saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Melvin Stroud. Arrangements are at this time incomplete, but will be shared once completed. Alexander Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with the final care of Mr. Stroud.
Gwendolyn Jeanette Nichols
Nov 25, 2025
Gwendolyn Jeanette Nichols, 97, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Born on January 2, 1928, in Winchester, Tennessee, Gwen was the daughter of the late Horace Albert Nichols and Selna Alice Beavers Nichols.
Gwen was a devoted Christian and a longtime member of First Baptist Hendersonville, where she was known for her vibrant spirit and love of...
Pamela West Espey
Nov 16, 2025
Pam Espey, age 73, of Gallatin, entered into rest on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
She was born on March 9, 1952, in Angola, Indiana.
Pam was known for her compassion, which was evident in her nursing career. Over the years, she worked in New York, Kentucky, Maryland, Delaware, and Tennessee; specializing in medical surgery, coronary and intensive care, as well as prescribed...
Dr. William Edwin Hovenden
Nov 16, 2025
Dr. William Edwin Hovenden, 84, of Gallatin, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born January 31, 1941, in Shenandoah, Iowa, he was the son of the late Roland Carver Hovenden and Berniece Margaret Van Wyngarden. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy of dedication to education and community service.
For an impressive 27 years, Bill served as the...
Sadie L. Brady
Nov 15, 2025
Sadie L. Brady, 89, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Born August 30, 1936, in Rociada, New Mexico, she was the daughter of the late Juan P. Gallegos and Mary Medina Gallegos.
For an impressive 23 years, Sadie worked as a server at the Cherokee Steak House and spent an additional 15 years at Opryland. Her...
Wilda Henderson Dodson
Nov 14, 2025
Wilda Henderson Dodson
Of Gallatin, TN
April 30, 1952 - November 14, 2025
Wilda Henderson Dodson, age 73, passed away peacefully of natural causes in her home, surrounded by loved ones, on Friday, November 14, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, William C. “Bill” Hudgins; her niece, Penn Dodson (Christopher), and their children. She was predeceased by her parents, Billie C. Henderson Dodson...
Geneva (Honeycutt) Earheart
Nov 10, 2025
Geneva (Honeycutt) Earheart, age 96, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2025.
Geneva, the ninth of twelve children, was born on March 14, 1929, in Mitchell County, North Carolina, during the first year of the Great Depression.
Geneva was known as a woman of God. She was a pastor’s wife and youth leader at Westview...
Rellon E. Maxwell, Sr.
Nov 8, 2025
Rellon E. Maxwell, Sr., known affectionately as "Max," passed away three days prior to his 84th birthday on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born November 11, 1941, in Lancing, Michigan, he was the son of the late James Lindon Maxwell and Naomi Ruth Wood Maxwell.
Max was the proud owner and operator of Max Electric Motor Service, a business...
Mike Hubbard
Oct 28, 2025
Mike Hubbard, age 74, of Gallatin, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, in the peace and comfort of his own home. He was born on December 25, 1950, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Mike worked in the printing industry at John Deal Coatings, Inc., in Mt. Juliet, for 25 years.
He was a hardworking and dependable employee.
In his leisure time, Mike enjoyed...
Dean Gregory
Oct 19, 2025
Dean Gregory, age 84, of Gallatin, Tennessee, peacefully departed on October 19, 2025. Born on January 29, 1941, in Sumner County, Tennessee, Dean carried the values of hard work, service, and faith throughout his life. He dedicated more than 40 years of his career as Regional Director for Life of Alabama, where he built lifelong friendships and left a lasting...
Shirley Morris Christian
Oct 18, 2025
Shirley Morris Christian, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Born September 14, 1937, in Georgia, she was the daughter of Benjamin F. Morris and Alice Christine Sentell Morris.
Her family and friends will remember her as the embodiment of grace and kindness. She was the perfect mother, a title that she wore...
Bobby Wayne Kimbro
Oct 17, 2025
Bobby Wayne Kimbro, age 83, of Castalian Springs, Tennessee, entered into rest on October 17, 2025. Born on May 19, 1942, in Madison, Tennessee, he was a 1960 graduate of Madison High School. Bobby was a hardworking man with a true entrepreneurial spirit. He built a successful career through his HVAC businesses as co-owner of Kimbro Electric, owner of Kimbro...
Nora Tickle Cannon
Oct 14, 2025
Nora Tickle Cannon, 68, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Born June 8, 1957, in Memphis, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Samuel Milton Tickle and Phyllis Alexander Tickle.
Nora's educational journey began at Hutchison School, continued at Grace-St. Luke's Academy, and culminated with her graduation from Saint Mary's School in May 1975. She...
Robert George Rosenblatt, Jr.
Oct 14, 2025
Robert George Rosenblatt, Jr. passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Evansville, Indiana on July 17, 1947, he was the son of the late Robert George Rosenblatt, Sr. and Elizabeth Haury Rosenblatt.
After completion of Army service in Vietnam, Robert earned a B.S. degree at Indiana State University. He was employed...
Carolyn Sue Collins
Oct 11, 2025
Carolyn Sue Martin Collins, 72, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Born on June 4, 1953, in Gallatin, she was the daughter of the late Fred Wilson Martin and Elizabeth Janelle Maxey Martin. Carolyn dedicated her life to her family and her work within the community.
She was the school secretary at Vena Stuart Elementary School...
Dorothy Jean McCauley
Oct 5, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” McCauley went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the age of 91.
She was born on November 18, 1933, in Old Hickory, Tennessee. Dot was a Christian woman, who was known to put her faith first in her life. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Gallatin, since the...
Sandra C. Walters
Sep 29, 2025
Sandra C. Walters, a cherished mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, at the age of 80. Born April 12, 1945, in Oil City, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Paul Kope and Georgia Archer Kope Brewer. Sandra spent her life in the Rouseville and Oil City areas, where she worked...
Bradford Dale Taylor
Sep 26, 2025
Bradford Dale Taylor, 47, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born March 20, 1978, in Royal Oak, Michigan, he was the son of Larry Dale Taylor and the late Anne Veronica Tarnacki Taylor. He was a beloved son, father, and grandfather whose kindness and warmth left a profound impact on the lives of...
Shelby Jean Fuqua Gregory
Sep 1, 2025
Shelby Jean Fuqua Gregory
3/8/1937-9/1/2025
A most gracious, kind, and loving lady passed away early on September 1, 2025. Shelby Jean Gregory will be remembered as a genuine and humble Southern lady who gave generously, created with imagination and flair, and never missed a chance to cook for others. Known for her laughter and grace, her light-hearted offerings of “Gigi Wisdom” like...
Colonel (Ret) Marvin Griggs "Sonny" Meiggs, Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
Colonel Marvin Griggs "Sonny" Meiggs, Jr., USAF, Retired, 83, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born April 28, 1942, in Chesapeake, Virginia, he was the son of Marvin Griggs Meiggs, Sr., and Pinkie Inez Powers Meiggs.
Sonny was a graduate of Moyock High School in Moyock, North Carolina, East Carolina State...
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