Obituaries

Donna Louise Jones

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Mary Jane Jordan

Mary Jane Jordan

Apr 22, 2025

Mary Jordan, age 82, of Hendersonville, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

She was born on September 1, 1942, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Mary was a beautiful woman inside and out. She was a rock for her family; someone you could always depend on for love, a helping hand, a heartfelt laugh, and an entertaining story. Mary perfected making a...

Arville Blondell Knight

Arville Blondell Knight

Apr 18, 2025

Arville Knight, age 48, of Hendersonville, took his last breath and embraced the arms of his savior on Friday, April 18, 2025. He was born on April 25, 1976, and was raised in White House, Tennessee. Arville was a master carpenter and worked for himself nearly all his life. Building was his passion, and he took great pride in his...

Joseph Inman

Joseph Inman

Apr 12, 2025

Joseph Inman, age 97, of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025. He was born in Linden, Tennessee on June 23, 1927 to the late James and Nancy Inman. He is also preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Norma Jean Inman. He is survived by his children, Larry (Bobbie Gene) Inman, Melba (John) Fuller, Connie (...

Jerry Lee Jackson

Jerry Lee Jackson

Apr 10, 2025

Jerry Jackson, age 77, of Westmoreland, entered into rest on Thursday, April 10, 2025. He was born in Princeton, Illinois, on August 11, 1947.

As a young man, Jerry served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

He was married to his wife Donna, on September 9, 1998. Jerry was known to enjoy the outdoors, he loved to go fishing....

Bonnie Lynn Stockdale

Bonnie Lynn Stockdale

Apr 9, 2025

Bonnie Lynn Stockdale, age 76, of Gallatin, went to be with her Lord on April 9, 2025. She was born in Portland, Tennessee, to her parents Johnnie and Sarah Stewart. She was one of twelve children.

Bonnie loved the Lord with all her heart, and she embodied the fruits of the spirit. She was notoriously loving, kind, and joyful. All of...

Robert "Bob" J. Slaughter

Robert "Bob" J. Slaughter

Apr 8, 2025

With great sadness the Slaughter family announces the passing of Robert “Bob” Slaughter. Bob was born on March 2, 1940, in Rensselaer, Indiana and departed this world at the age of 85, in the comfort of his home with his loving and devoted wife by his side. Bob married the former Valerie Fillmore almost 54 years ago on April 24,...

Eddie Owen

Eddie Owen

Mar 13, 2025

Eddie Owen, age 75, of Gallatin, peacefully departed this world on March 13, 2025, surrounded by his family in the comfort of his own home.

He was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 5, 1949.

Eddie was a wonderful husband, father, and papa, who truly valued quality time with his family. He created precious memories in the kitchen; from his delicious fudge...

Margaret Diane Durham

Margaret Diane Durham

Mar 13, 2025

Margaret Durham, age 69, of Bethpage, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1955, in Centerville, Tennessee. Margaret was the most devoted wife, mother, and the best grandmother ever. Margaret was married to Donald on February 27, 1987. She loved to spend time with her family, and her touch made a house a...

Ann Elizabeth "TJ" Hester

Ann Elizabeth "TJ" Hester

Mar 8, 2025

Ann “TJ” Hester, age 82, of Cottontown, went to be with the Lord, on March 8, 2025.

She was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 1, 1942.

TJ was a woman of great faith, she loved her savior Jesus Christ. As a devout Christian she studied her Bible often and seized any opportunity to evangelize.

TJ was married to Sonny on January 28,...

Richard "Dicky" Lee Bradley

Richard "Dicky" Lee Bradley

Mar 6, 2025

Richard “Dicky” Bradley, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into his eternal rest on March 6, 2025. He was born May 22, 1950, in Portland, Tennessee. Dicky was loved by all who knew him. He was married to Shirley on March 16, 1973. Dicky was dedicated to customer service and served the community for 45 years, at Clinard’s Home Improvement. Outside of...

Florin Doru Anghel

Florin Doru Anghel

Mar 3, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to the most devoted, loving, and selfless man we have ever known. His life was a testament to love, strength, and unwavering dedication to God and his family. 

He leaves behind: Cristine & Ioan Brank, Amanda, Callie, and Chloe. As well as his siblings: Doina, Daniel, Cristian & Sherry, Luca &...

John Colbert

John Colbert

Feb 24, 2025

John Colbert, 85 of Lebanon, TN went to heaven on Monday, February 24, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was given the name “PawPaw” by his grands, he fulfilled this role with great joy. 

A faithful member of the Laguardo Baptist Church for the past 18 years, he loved Jesus and wanted the world to know his Savior....

Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott

Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott

Feb 21, 2025

Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott, age 92, of Gallatin, entered into rest on Friday, February 21, 2025. She was born in Hartsville, Tennessee, on January 3, 1933.

Carole Ann (Gregory) Garrott is survived by her children, Edmund “Sonny” Garrott III (Gail), Emily Cryer (Gary), Joseph “Jody” Garrott; grandchildren, Edmund “Ty” Garrott IV (Emily), Leigh Ann McCoy (Chris), Amanda Bess Ragland, Haven Mareen...

Barbara Ann Elli

Barbara Ann Elli

Feb 12, 2025

Barbara Ann Elli (Van Daele), 81, of Gallatin, TN, was called home by the Lord on February 12, 2025, from her home and in the company of her family after a long and fulfilling life. Born July 11, 1943, in Mishawaka, Indiana she was a graduate of Saint Joseph’s High School and a resident of South Bend, Indiana where she...