Recent Obituaries in Gallatin, Hendersonville, & Bethpage
Lynn Ray Brown
Aug 29, 2025
Lynn Ray Brown, 73, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born November 30, 1951, in Portland, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Edgar Lynn Brown and Mallie Lucille Baskerville Brown. Lynn Ray was a remarkable man whose legacy will resonate deeply within the hearts of his family and friends.
Lynn Ray distinguished...
Betsy Finley Hendricks
Aug 29, 2025
Betsy Finley Hendricks, of Gallatin, TN passed away on Friday, August 29th at the age of 91 at her home in Gallatin. Betsy was born in Liberty, SC to the late Hal and Mary Ellen Finley, of Liberty. She is predeceased by her husband Doyle (Bud) Hendricks, Jr. of Gallatin. Betsy is survived by a sister, Hayne Myerson of Liberty,...
Christopher Richard Gallegos
Aug 27, 2025
Christopher Richard "Chris" Gallegos, 41, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Born November 2, 1983, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, he was the son of Ruben Richard Gallegos and Shirley Ann Wolfe Paige. He was a beloved husband, son, brother, and uncle, whose life was marked by joy, laughter, and generosity.
Chris graduated from Beech High School in...
Mary C. Townsend
Aug 27, 2025
Mary C Townsend (nee DeGuilio), age 93, of Gallatin, Tennessee and formerly of South Chicago Heights, Illinois (64 years) passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Beloved mother of Kim (Gary) Ruthenbeck and Denise (Chris) Ruthenbeck. Cherished ‘Gramma Pokey’ to Melissa (Paul) Ruthenbeck-Chiaramonte, A.J. (Mindy) Ruthenbeck, Daniel (Nichole) Ruthenbeck and great grandchildren Ryan William Ruthenbeck and Josephine ‘JoJo’ Mary Ruthenbeck....
Sandra Lou Johnson Jacobs
Aug 23, 2025
On Saturday morning, August 23rd, 2025 just past the stroke of midnight, The Good Lord came down to earth and pinned a set of wings on our Mama, Sandra Lou Johnson Jacobs, so she could fly off into eternal life. Born October 8, 1940, in San Antonio, Texas, she was the daughter of the late William Earl Creel and Lola...
Keith Eugene Johnson
Aug 23, 2025
Keith Johnson, a cherished husband, father, son, and friend, passed away suddenly on August 23, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. He was born on May 28, 1960, in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Keith built a strong foundation working alongside his father at Custom Computers in Gallatin before pursuing a successful career in computer programming. His love for technology complemented his quiet personality.
Keith was a...
George Allen Whitaker
Aug 20, 2025
George Allen Whitaker, age 72, of Paducah, Kentucky, (formerly of Gallatin, Tennessee) passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Born June 17, 1953, in Gallatin, Tennessee, the was the son of the late Harold and Adean Maddox Whitaker. He is survived by a brother, Joe Howard Whitaker, Sr., Gallatin; niece Julie Riemenschneider, Gallatin; nephew, Joe Howard Whitaker Jr. (Marcie), Gallatin; great...
James "Hunter" Young
Aug 14, 2025
James “Hunter” Young, a beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee, the city where he was born on September 25, 1971. He was a cherished member of his community and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Hunter graduated from Gallatin High School in 1989 and went...
Lee Ann Bowers
Aug 8, 2025
Lee Ann Bowers, age 61, passed away August 8, 2025. Lee Ann was born to Chester Lee Bowers and Maxine Bowers on April 18, 1964, in Lebanon, TN. She graduated from Gallatin High School in 1982. Lee Ann enjoyed Girl Scouts and liked playing soft ball. She worked at Hoeganaes for a while. The job was very dangerous, and her...
Carrie "Jean" Massingille
Aug 7, 2025
Carrie "Jean" Waddell Massingille, 90, of Hartsville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Lebanon, Tennessee. Born January 16, 1935, in Celina, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Chatt Waddell and Ruthie Belle Garrett Coffey. She radiated love and kindness, leaving an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
A devoted mother,...
Carl Richard Rippy
Aug 3, 2025
Carl Richard Rippy, 73, of Lebanon, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Born September 17, 1951, in Bethpage, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Coyal Johnson Rippy and Ruth Virginia Saddler Briley.
Known for his remarkable work ethic, Carl was often described by those who loved him as a Jack of all trades. He possessed an exceptional...
Geraldine Brazier Thacker
Jul 28, 2025
Geraldine "Gerri" Brazier Thacker, 89, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home. Born March 27, 1936, in Old Hickory, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Henry Woody Jones and Velsa Ann Allen Jones. Gerri was a beloved figure in her community, known for her unwavering kindness, service, and bright smile that could uplift...
Hayden Avery Alexander Barbee
Jul 18, 2025
Hayden Avery Alexander Barbee, a cherished child and beloved member of the Barbee and Gomez-Martin families, was born on January 18, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Tragically, he passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on Friday, July 18, 2025, leaving a deep void in the hearts of those who loved him.
Hayden was the light of his parents’ eyes, bringing joy...
Steven Craig Jones
Jul 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steven Craig Jones on July 17, 2025 at the age of 60, after a nearly two year battle with esophageal cancer.
Steven was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on March 14, 1965, residing most of his teenage and adult life in Sumner County, Tennessee, which he considered home. Steven attended Hendersonville...
Faye Giddings Garrett
Jul 17, 2025
Faye Giddings Garrett, age 81 of Gallatin, TN, passed away July 17, 2025. Faye was born on November 1, 1943, in Portland, TN and resided in the Fairfield Community. She was the daughter of the late Ray and Fosteen Giddings. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Larry M. Garrett and...
Donald Carlos McCloud
Jul 14, 2025
Donald Carlos McCloud, lovingly known as "Donnie," passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, at the age of 86. Born September 3, 1938, in Portland, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Carlos A. McCloud and Lera Mamie Clouse McCloud.
Donnie had a notable career running his family's paint stores alongside his brothers. His commitment to the...
Roger Dale Kilgore
Jul 12, 2025
Roger Kilgore, age 61, of Gallatin, suddenly departed on July 12, 2025.
Roger took his first breath on September 19, 1963; he was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee.
The past 8 years, Roger worked for Gap Distribution Center in Gallatin.
In his leisure time, Roger enjoyed watching cooking shows with Chef Gordon Ramsey and Martial Arts movies (especially those starring Bruce Lee)....
Winifred Hastings
Jul 6, 2025
Winifred “Blackie” Hastings passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at his home in Portland, Tennessee, at the age of 98. Born October 19, 1926, in Gainesboro, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Drew Bridges Hastings and Minnie Estelle Butler Hastings.
Winifred had a notable career as a foreman with Davidson Cabinet Company, where his commitment to quality...
Beverly Alice (Lisenbee) Michalek
Jun 28, 2025
Beverly Michalek, age 77, of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, entered into rest on June 28, 2025.
She was born on October 15, 1947, in Clarksville, Tennessee. Beverly worked as a bank teller in the Gallatin area for many years; as well as a special education assistant teacher, in Sumner County schools.
In her leisure time, Beverly crocheted and did many other crafts. She...
Tina Carnahan
Jun 25, 2025
Tina Carnahan, 43, of Springfield, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Nashville. Born April 7, 1982, in Nashville, she was the daughter of Roger Dale Troup and the late Tammy Hullett Troup. She was a beloved mother, daughter, and sister, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.
Tina was known for her spunky personality and was...
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