Obituaries
Mary Lee Palmer
Oct 16, 2023
Mary Palmer, age 83, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023.
Mary was born in Sumner County, Tennessee, on December 22, 1939, to her parents James and Martha Savely.
Mary enjoyed gardening, and tending to her flower beds. She was also a talented quilter. She will be remembered as a loving mother with a kind...
Donald Michael Nunn
Oct 13, 2023
Donald Michael Nunn, age 83 of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on October 13, 2023. Don was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to parents, Carl and Edna Nunn, on March 25, 1940.
Don was preceded in death by his father Carl Nunn, mother Edna Nunn and brother Jack Nunn. He is survived by his wife Elagene Nunn, his son Jerry...
Victor Lee Akers
Oct 12, 2023
Victor Akers, age 71, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into peace on Thursday, October 12, 2023.
He was born on May 19, 1952, in Rochester, New York, to his parents Curt and Velma Akers.
Victor will be remembered as a very giving man, and for his humor- he loved to joke.
Victor Lee Akers Sr. is survived by...
Billy Sam Murley
Oct 7, 2023
Billy Murley, age 72, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away early morning, on Saturday, October 7, 2023.
Billy was born on December 15, 1950, to his parents William and Dorothy Murley, in Hartsville, Tennessee. He grew up in the country side of Hendersonville, and was a man of faith. As a believer in Jesus and The Lord, Billy attended the...
Lewis Reese
Oct 3, 2023
Lewis Reese, age 90, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Lewis was born on February 24, 1933, to his parents Morry and Margaret Reese, in Cleveland, Ohio. He and his four siblings were raised in Lima, Ohio. As a young man, Lewis served the Navy in the United States Military,...
Wanda Gayle Smith
Oct 3, 2023
Wanda Gayle Smith, age 68, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into peace on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Wanda was born on October 18, 1954, in Gallatin, Tennessee to her parents, Fred and Elizabeth Williams. When she was 18 years old, she married James H. Smith, on October 6, 1972. For work, Wanda was a secretary for Vol...
Euna G. Overbay Deaton
Sep 11, 2023
Euna G. (Overbay) Deaton, age 79, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into rest in early morning on Monday, September 11, 2023.
Euna was born on September 8, 1944 to her parents Arnold and Annie Mary Overbay in Marion, Virginia. She was one of seven children - she loved being a sister. Growing up, Euna's love to sing began as a...
Elvin Bunk Thomas
Sep 6, 2023
Elvin Bunk Thomas, age 92, of Bethpage, Tennessee, entered into rest on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.
He was born on September 24, 1931, to his parents Jerm and Lucy Thomas, in Smith County, Tennessee.
Growing up, he was one of eight children. As a young man, Elvin began working for the Carl Tipton Show, on News Channel 5,...
Donna Kaye Johnson
Sep 5, 2023
Donna Kaye Johnson, age 63, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.
She was born on September 11, 1959, to her parents Everett and Jane Brewer, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. Donna worked for many years with Teddy Bear Portraits, taking school pictures. She was a wife, mother to three, and grandmother to five who was known to...
Joseph Michael Cronin
Aug 31, 2023
Joseph Michael Cronin, age 84, a resident of Hendersonville, TN for over 40 years, passed away August 31, 2023. He was born in Jefferson City, MO. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Elieen Cronin. He is survived by his daughter, Lynn Riggan; son, Michael Cronin; grandchildren, Michael Chad Gribble, Dennis Michael Cronin, and Daniel Kenneth...
Bobby Jones
Jul 29, 2023
Mr. Robert Jones, who better known as Bobby, age 87, of Castilian Springs, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023, in White House, Tennessee.
He was born on July 26, 1936, in Thompson Station, Tennessee, to his parents Fred and Ruby Jones. Bobby did several jobs for work; he served in the United States Army, laid flooring for...
Jean Thompson
Jul 25, 2023
Jean Thompson, age 89, of Gallatin, Tennessee, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
She was born on May 4, 1934, in Vernon, Kentucky, to her parents Travis and Vela Thompson.
In her life she was one of three children, and was known to playfully jest, or to banter lovingly with her family. Ms. Jean also loved to...
Janice Virginia Durham
Jul 17, 2023
Janice Durham, age 60, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away at home on Monday, July 17, 2023.
She was born on April 13, 1963, to her parents Robert and Janie Bishop, in Gallatin.
For work, Janice was a supervisor in manufacturing medical supplies for over 20 years. She was an independent woman who worked hard, and loved harder....
Richard Hargis Wade Jr.
Jul 16, 2023
Mr. Richard Hargis Wade Jr., age 72, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2023.
Richard was born on April 30, 1951, to his parents Richard Sr. and June Wade, in Davidson County, Tennessee. When he was 20 years old, he...
Regina Campbell
Jul 1, 2023
Ms. Regina Bell Campbell, age 92, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023.
She was born on September 16, 1930, to her parents Leonard and Lou Bell Noland, in Franklin, Tennessee. In her life she was a working woman, and twice retired. She worked for Opry Land for many years and retired as the Bus Captain; then...
Bobby Osborne
Jun 27, 2023
Bobby Van Osborne Sr., age 91, of Portland, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.
He was born on December 7, 1931, to his parents Robert and Daisy Osborne, in Hyden, Kentucky.
Mr. Osborne was a musician from the time he was 14 years old, til his death. In the midst of his music...
Thomas Battle
Jun 27, 2023
Thomas Battle, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, left this world on June 27th, 2023. His departure leaves behind a void that will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Thomas lived a life filled with love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his family.
Thomas is survived by his wife...
Linda Millichamp
Jun 24, 2023
Linda Gale (Harrison) Millichamp, age 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 24, 2023. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Kenneth Millichamp of 52 years. Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and especially her grandchildren. Linda loved attending Victory Missionary Baptist. She will be greatly missed. Linda is survived by...
Joyce Washburn
Jun 21, 2023
Joyce Annette (Anderson) Washburn, age 63, of Cotton Town, Tennessee, entered into peace on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. She was born July 18, 1959, in Indianapolis, Indiana. When she was 21 years old she married Roy E. Washburn, July 18, 1980. In their 42 years of marriage, they raised three children and welcomed seven grandchildren into the world. Joyce...
Donald Ferguson
Jun 20, 2023
Donald E. Ferguson, age 80, of Gallatin, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.
He was born on August 20, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, to his parents Jack and Rosie Ferguson.
Don began his military service at 17 years old, when he was drafted for the Vietnam War. In his career of 28 years,...
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