Obituaries
Lois Annette Porter Fuqua
May 13, 2024
Lois Annette Porter Fuqua, age 52 of Bethpage, passed away May 13, 2024. She was born in Detroit Michigan on July 11, 1971. She is preceded in death by her mother, Melba Porter; brother, Charles Porter, and his wife Linda, and nephew Bobby Porter. She is survived by her father, Paul Porter, Sr.; brother, Paul Porter Jr. (Stacy); daughter, Chasity...
Charlotte Rena Trisdale Odom
May 11, 2024
Charlotte Trisdale Odom, born on September 13, 1975, in Gallatin, TN, passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2024, in the same city where she first graced the world with her presence. Charlotte is survived by her parents Phillip and Betty Trisdale, and her loving husband of 16 years Geoff Odom. She is also survived by her children Peyton (Jason) Eldridge, Tyler...
Ray Thompson
May 7, 2024
In Honor of Ray Thompson
“Even to your old age and gray hairs, I am He. I am He who will sustain you. I have made you and will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” Isaiah 46:4
Raymond Vanuel Thompson, age 93, gained his heavenly home May 7, 2024. He was born July 13, 1930 to Lloyd and Mary Thompson.
As a...
Linda Ruth Woodall
May 5, 2024
Linda Woodall, age 79, of Portland, Tennessee, entered into rest on Sunday, May 5, 2024.
She was born in Fountain Head, Tennessee, on May 2, 1945, to her parents John and Willie Mai Brown. She worked in Hendersonville for many years, and was retired from Globe Business Furniture of Tennessee, Inc.
Linda Ruth (Brown) Woodall is survived by her husband of 27...
Jerry C. McDonald
Apr 29, 2024
Jerry C. McDonald, age 78, was found to be departed on Monday, April 29, 2024.
Jerry was born on September 11, 1945, to his parents Isaac and Mary McDonald, in Lafayette, Tennessee.
May he rest in peace.
Jerry Clifton McDonald is survived by his nephew, Wendell (Sandra) Jones; and niece, Joyce (Nole) Sullivan.
He was preceded in death by his father, Isaac Clifton McDonald;...
Georgianna H. Fortier
Apr 20, 2024
Georgianna Fortier, age 66, of Old Hickory, entered into rest on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at home with her family by her side.
Georgianna was born on February 8, 1958, to her parents Oneida and Henry McKoin Jr, in Gallatin, Tennessee. She was one of nine children. Georgianna was later married to Lee Fortier, on June 21, 1986.
Georgianna attended Austin Peay...
Doug Mears
Apr 12, 2024
Hubert Douglas “Doug” Mears, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024. He was born in Nashville, Tennessee on November 15, 1942 to parents William and Lillian, both of whom preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were his brother, Kim Mears, and sisters Sharon Mears and Judy Drennon. He is survived by his wife Linda of...
Carol Ann Woosley
Apr 6, 2024
Carol Woosley, age 75, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into rest on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
She was born on November 24, 1948, in Alturas, California. Carol and her family moved to Tennessee when she was a young girl. She attended DuPont High School, in Old Hickory, and was in the graduating class of 1966. Upon graduation, Carol married her sweet heart,...
Edie P. Austin
Apr 2, 2024
Edith “Edie” Pearl Austin, age 92, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama entered peace on April 2, 2024.
She was born on February 10, 1932, in Monroe County, Arkansas, to her parents Josh and Pearl Bradley. During her life she was a homemaker who loved to decorate and garden. She enjoyed talking with friends and family.
Edie Austin is survived by her stepdaughters, Rosanne (Benjamin)...
Marta Eleanor Miner
Mar 23, 2024
Mrs. Marta E. Miner joined her husband and love of her life, in Heaven, March 23,2024. She was surrounded by family and passed peacefully at her home in Florida. Services will be held at Crestview Memorial Gardens in Gallatin, Tn where she will be laid to rest beside him.
Mrs. Miner was born March 11, 1942 in Albion, Illinois to Kenneth...
Daniel Alan Nicholson
Mar 20, 2024
Daniel Nicholson, age 40, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
He was born on August 17, 1983, in Merced, California. He attended Atwater High School and was in the graduating Class of 2001. Just after high school, Daniel enlisted in the United States Military. He served in the air force for 6 years as a security...
Mary Beth Powers
Mar 19, 2024
Mary Beth Powers, age 90, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into peace on March 19, 2024. She was born on July 5, 1933, to her parents John and Naomi Nutter, in Conway, Arkansas.
As a young lady, Mary Beth attended Southern Nazarene University, in Bethany, Oklahoma. This is where she met and fell in love with Richmond Wade Powers. They were joined...
Larry Neal Andrews
Mar 4, 2024
Larry Andrews, age 76, of Crossville, Tennessee, entered into rest on Monday, March 4, 2024.
He was born on September 7, 1947, to his parents Aubrey and Dorothy Andrews, in Carthage, Tennessee. Larry was a car enthusiast, and talented mechanic who was known to many as ‘Greasy’. To his nieces and nephews, he was Uncle Boxy. Larry was a country boy...
William C. Brown
Feb 26, 2024
William C. Brown, “Bill”, age 82, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024.
Bill was born on July 5, 1941, to his parents Willard and Nellie Brown, in Gallatin, Tennessee. As a young man, he was married to the love of life Linda Brown, in June of 1962. Bill worked at Crescent Furniture Factory as a shipping foreman...
Ola Madelyn Claiborne
Feb 19, 2024
Ola Madelyn Claiborne of Gallatin, TN passed from this life into the arms of our Lord on February 19, 2024 at the age of 90. She is survived by sons, Roger Claiborne and Mike Claiborne, and granddaughter, Caroline Wilson. She is preceded in death by husband Billy Claiborne Sr. and son Billy Claiborne Jr.
Madelyn was born to Audie Hermas and...
Mike Cude
Feb 14, 2024
Jon Michael Cude was born on January 28, 1957. He passed away on February 14, 2024. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, William J. Cude, Jr and Margery Dorris Cude. Mike is survived by his brother, William J. Cude, III (Connie M.), two sons, Dustin Ryan Cude (April), and Seth Michael Cude (Tanya), two grandsons Silas and...
Jack Pierce
Feb 10, 2024
Jack Pierce, 93, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into peace on Saturday, February 10, 2024.
He was born August 10, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, to his parents Carleton and Buena Pierce.
Jack loved the Lord and was a faithful servant of the church in many ways, including being a Gideon, facilitating Angel Tree through Prison Fellowship Ministry, cooking meals at church, singing in...
Stephen Austin Harford
Feb 9, 2024
Stephen Austin Harford Obituary
April 23, 1989 – February 9, 2024
Stephen Austin Harford, 34, passed away on February 9, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born in Tampa, Florida and was a source of laughter, music, Gator pride, and endless creative projects. He walked through his life as an exuberant son, stepson, grandson (Baby Bunny Rabbit), nephew, cousin and loving brother...
Brandon Lee Bowers
Feb 7, 2024
Brandon Lee Bowers, age 31, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. He was born on October 6, 1992, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Brandon was one of the greatest helpers this world had to offer. He never turned down a chance to participate in any activity to assist others in a time of need. Brandon always considered family strength,...
Jay W. Bartley
Feb 3, 2024
Jay W. Bartley passed away on February 3, 2024. He was born on October 16, 1980. Throughout his life, Jay was a hardworking and dedicated individual who left a lasting impact on those around him.
Born into a close-knit family, Jay shared a special bond with his father, Gregory Bartley. Jay's mother, Vicki Janis, provided unwavering support and love throughout his...
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