Obituaries
Gary Wayne O'Brien
Jun 30, 2025
Gary Wayne O’Brien, age 80, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away at High Point Health – Gallatin, on June 30, 2025. He was born on March 5, 1945, to the late Martin and Ethel O’Brien.
In addition to his parents, Mr. O’Brien was preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy O’Brien; brothers, George O’Brien, Bennie O’Brien, Tony O’Brien; and sisters, Jeannie Brooks,...
James Rodney Shelton
Jun 30, 2025
James Rodney Shelton, age 77, of Gallatin, TN, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025.
Born on December 5, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky to James Corbit and Nina Christine, James graduated from Hume-Fogg High School in 1965 and went on to serve his country in the United States Army. During the Vietnam War, he was deployed overseas and carried that spirit...
Lewis Waymond Lyell
Jun 16, 2025
Lewis Lyell, age 82, of Portland, entered into rest on June 16, 2025.
He was born on August 27, 1942, in Ripley, Tennessee. As a young man, Lewis served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee of Martin. He worked as a district manager for...
Dr. Thomas Edwin Hughes
Jun 15, 2025
Dr. Thomas Edwin Hughes (1945-2025)
Former Howard Elementary School principal, education professor, and church elder Tom Hughes, Ed.D., passed away on Father’s Day in Nashville in the company of his wife and son. Born in 1945 in Birmingham, Alabama, and raised in Hampton, Virginia, Tom moved to Tennessee to attend what is now Lipscomb University. Upon graduation, he became a teacher...
Gheorghe Ghita
Jun 10, 2025
Gheorghe Ghita, age 90, of Castalian Springs, embraced the arms of his heavenly Father on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. He was born on October 5, 1934, in Unirea Calarasi, Romania. Gheorghe worked as a brick mason for many years, specializing in constructing fireplaces. He was also a farmer and raised livestock such as cows, goats, sheep, and chickens. Gheorghe had...
Carol Ann Laubensheimer
Jun 10, 2025
Carol Laubensheimer, age 89, of Cottontown, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
She was born in Ida, Michigan, on March 19, 1936. Carol was a loving wife and mother, who always put her family before herself. She will be missed dearly, and her memory will be cherished.
Carol Ann (Weghagen) Laubensheimer is survived by her sons, Clayton Laubensheimer Jr., James...
N. Gail Estes
Jun 7, 2025
N. Gail Estes, age 75 of Gallatin, passed away June 7, 2025. Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Casper Dixon and Louise Polk Green. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Edwin Estes, children, Dawn (Jim) Reed, Lee (Amanda) Simmons; step-children, Carla (Vincent) Wehby, and Doug Estes; siblings, Donald (Earline) Dixon, Peggy Dixon, Dwight (Joy)...
Sam Allen Murphey
Jun 6, 2025
Sam Allen Murphey, born on October 25, 1938, in Jackson County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. He is remembered as a devoted family man and a cherished member of his community.
Sam's life was marked by profound love and dedication to his family. He is survived by his sons, Gary (Rhonda) Murphey and Michael Murphey, who carry forward...
Cecil G. England
May 31, 2025
Cecil England, age 91, of Gallatin, entered into peace on May 31, 2025.
He was born June 22, 1933, in Glendean, Kentucky. Cecil served in the United States Army for 23 years, until he retired. Cecil was known to be altruistic; he was always concerned for the wellbeing of others. Cecil had a generous spirit, and it was his personal endeavor...
Randy Warren
May 30, 2025
Charles Randy Warren passed away on May 30th, 2025 at Sumner Regional Hospital in Gallatin, Tennessee due to complications stemming from a cerebral hemorrhage. He was 67 years old.
Born in Nashville and raised in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Randy was a man who always looked up to family and friends whom he proclaimed "would give the shirt off their backs" to those...
Arthie Euel Keeton
May 27, 2025
Art Keeton, age 74, of Portland, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in the comfort of his own home. Art was born on March 30, 1951, in Blytheville, Arkansas. As a young man he served the United States Military in the Army, during the Vietnam War. Tragically, Art was affected by agent orange. Following his military service, Art...
Ruby Kiser
May 23, 2025
Ruby Edna Kiser, a remarkable woman whose life was characterized by strength, love, and dedication, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, at the age of 93. Born November 30, 1931, in Sorrento, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Arthur Martin and Anna Andrews Martin.
A proud veteran, Ruby served her country in the Army...
Judy Frances Petty
May 22, 2025
Judy Petty, age 86, of Hendersonville, entered into rest on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
She was born on March 8, 1939, in Carthage, Tennessee. Judy worked at the same dental office for 30 years. Her strong work ethic elevated her position from an office assistant to the office manager.
Judy was known for her red lipstick and sophisticated style; she embodied gracefulness...
Estefany Yanira Perez Perez
May 17, 2025
Estefany Yanira Pérez Pérez, de Gallatin, entró en la paz eterna el Sábado 17 de Mayo de 2025. Nació en Nashville, Tennessee, el 19 de Marzo de 2025.
Estefany le sobreviven su padre, Tranquilino Pérez Calo; madre, Rosa Alonso Pérez; y sus dos hermanos, Diego y Wilson.
Creo en Dios, Padre todo poderoso, creador del Cielo y de la Tierra.
Creo en Jesucristo...
Donna Louise Jones
May 9, 2025
Donna Louise Jones, 73, of Avon Park, Florida & Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born December 17, 1951, in Muncie, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Herbert E. DeWitt and Betty Jean Pyke DeWitt. Donna lived a life that was filled with kindness, creativity, and a strong sense of service...
Viola Mary Cucullu
May 6, 2025
Viola Cucullu, age 89, of Franklin, Tennessee, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was born in Gueydan, Louisiana, on March 1, 1936. Although she was a military wife and frequently relocated, Viola was always a Cajun girl at heart. She was a selfless woman who devoted herself to the Lord, her family, and her country. Viola...
Donya Marie Rada
May 1, 2025
Donya Rada, age 51, of Portland, embraced the arms of her savior Jesus Christ, on May 1, 2025. She was born July 30, 1973, in Nashville, Tennessee. Donya was a woman who was completely fierce. She was passionate in everything she did and had a true exuberance for life. Donya loved being a wife to her husband of 10 years,...
Delmer Clifton Breeding
Apr 26, 2025
Delmer (Del) Clifton Breeding of Cumberland City, TN left this earth on April 26, 2025. Born on March 12, 1944 in Davenport, VA to the late Linza Breeding and Biddie Breeding. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Mary Lou Breeding; son, Dwayne Breeding of Nashville, TN, daughter, Angel (Heath) Rodgers, granddaughter, Maddie Rodgers of Gallatin, TN....
James Morgan "Trey" Fitts lll
Apr 24, 2025
James Morgan (Trey) Fitts III, age 61 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away April 24, 2025, at his home due to medical complications. Trey was born in Nashville, TN on June 6, 1963, to the late Dr. James M. Fitts Jr. and Ann Brown Fitts. He was a graduate of Columbia Central High School in Columbia, TN and went on to...
Fiona Michelle Tidwell
Apr 22, 2025
Fiona Tidwell, age 52, of Hendersonville, departed from this world on April 22, 2025.
She was born on January 13, 1973, in Newport News, Virginia. Fiona moved to Tennessee with her parents, Bob and Shelli DeGraff, in 1982. Fiona graduated from Gallatin Highschool in the Class of 1991. Fiona truly enjoyed her career as a Dispatcher. She worked at Dad’s Towing...
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