Obituaries
William Leslie Knight
Jul 26, 2026
William Knight, age 88, entered his heavenly home on Sunday, July 26, 2026. He was born at home in the Rocky Mound community of Macon County, Tennessee, on May 16, 1938, to Homer and Ella Knight.
From an early age, William demonstrated the deep love he had for his family. As a young boy, he would save treats from school to...
Kenneth Dale Ellison
Jul 22, 2026
Kenneth Ellison, age 54, of Portland, Tennessee, entered into rest on July 22, 2026. He was born on March 15, 1972, in Guntersville, Alabama.
Kenneth dedicated 20 years to Home Pro in Westmoreland, Tennessee, where he took great pride in serving his customers with their home improvement needs. Through his hard work and kind spirit, he built lasting relationships with both...
Audrey Daniel McGee
Jul 22, 2026
Audrey Janet Daniel McGee, age 96 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026. She was born in Linden, Perry County, Tennessee on October 30, 1929 to the late George Dewey Daniel and Ruth Marie Pace Daniel. Audrey grew up in Madison, Tennessee, and graduated from Isaac Litton High School. She worked for Dupont, and Cumberland Electric. She was...
Gerald "Jerry" Howard Grissom
Jul 17, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Howard Grissom was born in Germany on October 2, 1954 to the late Gerald Harold and Annie Downs Grissom. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 18 years, Romona Grissom; children, Andrea Lane, Melanie O’Keef, Victoria Browder, Zachary Browder, and Cory Browder; grandchildren, Elizabeth Browder, Robert Thurman, and Isabella Browder, and his loving companions Shadow...
Elsie Louise Cislo
Jul 14, 2026
Elsie Cislo, age 74, of Hendersonville, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 14, 2026.
She was born in Lombard, Illinois, on March 12, 1952. Elsie built a successful career in office administration across numerous industries in the Chicago, Detroit, and Nashville areas. She first relocated to the Nashville area in 1988 and returned in 1999. She ultimately retired as a medical...
Roger Dale Hall
Jul 13, 2026
Roger Dale Hall, 75, of Bethpage, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, in Portland. Born July 31, 1950, he was the son of the late Marshall Hall and Betty Acuff Hall. His passing marks the end of a life filled with devotion to family, passion for his interests, and steadfast dedication to those he loved.
In addition to...
Nancy Lou (Kramer) Mackie
Jul 12, 2026
Nancy Lou Mackie, age 82, of Hendersonville, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones.
Nancy was born on February 1, 1944, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and was the daughter of Melvin and Jeanette Kramer.
She attended Marshfield Senior High School and was highly extroverted, moving effortlessly in developing relationships. Her charisma was further validated when she was ultimately...
Heather Ladawn Bilbrey
Jul 5, 2026
Heather Ladawn Bilbrey, beloved mother, daughter, sister, Mimi, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on May 26, 1976, also in Nashville, Heather’s life was one marked by love, resilience, and a zest for living that touched all who knew her.
Heather’s early years were shaped by her remarkable spirit and athleticism. During her...
Nannette Judith Carper
Jun 26, 2026
Nannette Judith Carper, 83, of Manchester, Iowa, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home. She was born on September 8, 1942, in Palo Alto, California, the daughter of Joseph and Lois (Knight) Dutra. Nanette was a devout Catholic and born on the Virgin Mary’s birthday. She was very proud of that fact.
She married Richard Ramos...
Cherlyn Alice Johnson
Jun 24, 2026
Cherlyn Johnson, age 71, of Cottontown, Tennessee, peacefully entered into rest on June 24, 2026, at her residence. She was born on April 20, 1955, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Cherlyn was a vibrant woman with a free and loving spirit. She was always smiling and sharing conversations with others. Cherlyn was a captivating storyteller with her own life experiences, and a trusted...
Bobby Randell Spinks
Jun 13, 2026
Bobby Spinks, age 70, of Portland, Tennessee, entered into rest on Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was born on May 28, 1956, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where he was raised and lived most of his life. Bobby was a man who truly loved to live freely. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life and cherished the freedom of...
Craig Lee Wise
Jun 11, 2026
Craig Wise, age 56, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on June 11, 2026.
Born on December 19, 1969, in Galion, Ohio, Craig spent his early childhood there before moving with his family to Texas during his middle school years.
Craig enjoyed a fulfilling career with E. Sam Jones Commercial Lighting, where he worked in customer service. He genuinely loved his job and...
Jerry Mankin
Jun 6, 2026
Jerry Mankin, a man of quiet strength and steadfast principles, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at his home in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born on February 25, 1938, in Minor Hill, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Thomas R. Mankin and Margaret Turner Mankin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Ted...
Elaine Crockett Smith
May 8, 2026
Elaine Crockett Smith, a beloved member of the Gallatin and greater Tennessee community, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Portland, Tennessee. Born on March 9, 1943, in Nashville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late John Watson Crockett, Jr., and Doris Gwendolyn Hudson Crockett. Elaine lived a life marked by dedication, laughter, and love for her...
Thomas Joseph Coulter
Apr 26, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas Joseph Coulter, who departed this life on April 26, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born on August 1, 1974, Thomas lived a life marked by quiet strength and enduring kindness, leaving a lasting impression on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Thomas was a cherished son, brother, and...
Alan L. Schwartz
Apr 25, 2026
Alan Lee Schwartz, 84, of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 25, 2026.
Born December 31, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late William and Pearl (Landis) Schwartz.
Alan was a retired federal employee with more than 20 years of service. He had a lifelong interest in collecting model cars and enjoyed researching his family history through...
Sylvia "Ann" Phillips
Apr 24, 2026
Sylvia “Ann” Phillips, a sweet and soft-hearted woman known for her selflessness and readiness to help those in need, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Gallatin, Tennessee. Born on February 20, 1957, in Portland, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Henry Marvin Phillps and Jeanette Collier Phillips. Ann lived a life filled with love, dedication,...
Tammy Jean Schutter-Poteet
Apr 19, 2026
Tammy Jean Schutter-Poteet, age 66, of Gallatin, entered into rest on Sunday, April 19, 2026. She was born on September 21, 1959, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Tammy dedicated over 30 years of her life to nursing, serving as a compassionate and skilled registered nurse. She was known for her strong work ethic and her deep passion for taking care of others.
Outside of her...
Timothy J. Durham
Apr 14, 2026
Timothy Durham, 69, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on April 14, 2026.
Timothy was born on March 24, 1957, in Fulton, Kentucky. He was a successful and highly skilled residential electrician who took great pride in his work and the life he built with his hands.
He was a man who truly appreciated the simple things. Timothy enjoyed...
Carol Jean Davison
Apr 11, 2026
Carol Jean Davison, a cherished member of the Portland, Tennessee community, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Born February 23, 1952, in Dundalk, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Emmitt Shindell and Gladys Maynard Shindell. Carol led a life marked by dedication, compassion, and an unwavering spirit of service.
Carol's early years were distinguished...
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