Obituaries
Donald Davids
Dec 25, 2024
Donald (Don) Frederick Davids, born on January 15, 1944 in Poughkeepsie, New York, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024 at the age of 80. He was a beloved member of the Gallatin, Tennessee community for the past 30 years.
Don was known for his dedication and entrepreneurial spirit as the owner of a cherished local meat and produce store. Don’s...
Henry Martin Redling
Dec 13, 2024
Henry Redling, age 68, of Gallatin, Tennessee, departed from this world on Friday, December 13, 2024. He was born on March 22, 1956, to his parents, Henry and Eva Redling, in New Jersey.
Henry worked as a field service technician, for The Opex Corporation from Cherry Hill New Jersey, for 25 years. He had a passion for cooking all the dishes...
Mary Fernandez Guzman
Dec 13, 2024
Mary Guzman, age 83, of Gallatin, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 13, 2024, with her family by her side.
She was born on June 30, 1941, in Houston, Texas, to her parents, Vincente Fernandez and Mary Arredondo. Mary devoted her life to her family. She was the most loving and caring mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Mary was an amazing...
William Jimme Sievers
Dec 6, 2024
William Jimme Sievers, a radiant soul born on March 7, 1960, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, transitioned peacefully from this world on December 6, 2024, in Westmoreland, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his mother Virginia Roberts, sister Lisa Sievers, and his step-mother Anilee Sievers. He is survived by his son Eric (Amy) Sievers, daughter Brittany Sievers, and his grandchildren...
Steven Franklin Wilson
Dec 5, 2024
Steven Franklin Wilson departed this world on December 5, 2024, in Lebanon, Tennessee, at the age of 50. Born on December 24, 1973, in the charming town of Hartsville, Tennessee, Steven was a beacon of joy, threading laughter and love into the lives of those fortunate enough to know him. Steven is preceded in death by his father Franklin E....
Todd Willbanks
Dec 3, 2024
Charles Todd Willbanks I departed his earthly home at the age of 58, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.
Todd was born on January 14, 1966, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Charles Edward Willbanks and Sue Halliburton Willbanks.
He is survived by brothers, Trent (Ana) Willbanks, of Gallatin, TN, and Tyler (Kealani) Willbanks, of Upper Marlboro, MD; sisters, Susan Byrum, of Franklin,...
Rowena (Trisdale) Gwinn
Nov 29, 2024
Rowena Gwinn, age 68, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 29, 2024.
She was born in Gallatin, on August 29, 1956, to her parents Perry and Margarett Trisdale. She graduated from Gallatin Highschool in the class of 1974 and attended Vol State Community College. Rowena was married to Frank on April 4, 1982. She worked as a teacher’s...
Gene Carr
Nov 27, 2024
Gene Carr, age 85, of Hermitage, entered into rest on November 27, 2024, in the peace and comfort of his own home.
He was born in rural Macon County, Tennessee, to Arnett and Nadine Carr, on April 21, 1939.
Gene graduated from Gallatin High School, in 1957; he continued his education at the University of Tennessee of Knoxville, and graduated with a...
Frances Faro
Nov 26, 2024
Frances Theresa Faro, age 76, of Portage, MI, formerly of Gallatin, TN, passed away on November 26, 2024. Frances was born in Chicago, IL, on February 23, 1948, the daughter of the late Thomas Murphy and Elsie (Benson) Virts. Frances graduated from Andover High School in Linthicum, Maryland with a major in stenography. Upon graduation, she worked as a secretary...
Steven Monroe Hall
Nov 24, 2024
Steven Hall, age 64, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into rest on Sunday, November 24, 2024.
He was born in Gallatin, on July 14, 1960, to his parents George and Mattie Lee Hall. Steven was raised attending Hickory Grove Baptist Church, in Castalian Springs. After he graduated high school, Steven worked at Donnelley Printing Company for almost 20 years.
Back in the day,...
Ross Edward Macdonald
Nov 23, 2024
Ross Edward Macdonald passed away on November 23, 2024, in Gallatin, Tennessee. He was born in Grand Haven, Michigan and was a source of engaging stories, pithy rejoinders (“Do the next right thing,” “It’s not who’s right, it’s what’s right,” “Pick a bird”), French horn music, golf, tennis, travel adventures and family joy. He was a loving Husband, Father, Mr....
Sherry M. Tolli
Nov 20, 2024
Sherry Maria (Greer) Tolli, age 74, went to be with her Savior on November 20, 2024.
She was born in Nashville, Tennessee, on February 20, 1950. Sherry was a graduate of Hendersonville High School, in the Class of 1968. Later she attained her associate degree from Volunteer State Community College, 1981, and completed her education in 1983, at Middle Tennessee State...
Janice Robbie Smith
Nov 16, 2024
Janice Robbie Smith of Gallatin, Tennessee, was born on October 3rd, 1936, in Woodlawn, Tennessee, to Lester and Floree Burkhart. She left this earth to return to her Lord on November 16, 2024, at the age of 88.
She is survived by children, David (Joyce) Smith, Phillip Smith, Joanna Chatham, and Mike (Tina) Smith; grandchildren, Kristen Chatham, Cody (Carley) Smith, Allie...
Carolyn Woodard
Nov 13, 2024
Carolyn Woodard, age 81, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into rest on November 13, 2024, in the comfort of her own home, with her family by her side.
She was born on May 23, 1943, in Gallatin, to her parents Fred and Carrie Autrey. Carolyn was an avid reader, especially mysteries. She also enjoyed writing her own poems and stories. However, Carolyn...
Barbara Dean Pace
Nov 1, 2024
Barbara Pace, age 85, of Portland, Tennessee, went to be with her heavenly Father on November 1, 2024.
She was born on June 4, 1939, to her parents, Harold and Augusta Wright. Barbara worked as a LPN for 30 years. In her leisure time she was a part of a sewing club and was talented with needleworking. She was the most...
Robert Franklin Knight
Oct 30, 2024
Robert Franklin Knight, 89, passed from this life to his heavenly home peacefully on October 30, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend.
Born on February 21, 1935, to the late William Knight and Pearl Edwards Knight Messer. He is also preceded in death by his father-in-law, Byron Mallory; along with two brothers and seven sisters.
Bob...
Barbara Faye Simons
Oct 30, 2024
Barbara Simons, age 81, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away October 30, 2024, at her home.
Barbara was born on May 5, 1943, in Bowling Green, Kentucky, to her parents, Roby and Gennie McPeak.
Barbara and her six siblings were raised in Scottsville, Kentucky. Barbara also worked at A & L Smith, in Scottsville, for over 25 years. She was a hard worker...
Eleanor Marie Zemba
Oct 25, 2024
Eleanor Marie Godwin Zemba, age 77 of Castalian Springs, passed away October 25, 2024. She was born in Somerville, Tennessee December 9, 1946 to the late Hubert Joseph and Mary Frances Godwin. She is also preceded in death by her infant daughter, Alisa Dawn Gatlin; grandmother, Emma Ross; siblings, Edward Godwin, Ronald Godwin, David Godwin, Kathy Anderson, Curtis Jackson, and...
Brenda Kay Meier
Oct 24, 2024
Brenda Kay Meier, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on October 24, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on December 8, 1953, in Leitchfield Illinois, she was a vibrant soul whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Brenda dedicated much of her working life to her position as the assistant manager of Dollar General, a role she...
Deborah Suzanne Graves
Oct 23, 2024
Deborah Piper Graves, age 71, of Cottontown, Tennessee, passed away on October 23, 2024, following a hard-fought battle with kidney disease. Twice she was a grateful recipient of a donor’s generous gift of a kidney, one of those quietly and voluntarily given by her son, Clint, our hero, affectionately renamed, “Superman,” by his Aunt Tribby and then the entire family.
She...
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