Obituaries

Maurice R. Christiansen

Maurice R. Christiansen

Mar 28, 2024

On behalf of the staff at Cole & Garrett Funeral Homes, we are honored to be serving the Christiansen family, but saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Maurice Christiansen. Arrangements are at this time incomplete, but will be shared once completed. Cole & Garrett Funeral Home Goodlettsville has been entrusted with the final care of Mr. Christiansen.

Howard William McElhiney, Jr.

Howard William McElhiney, Jr.

Mar 27, 2024

Howard William McElhiney, Jr., affectionately known as "Mac," passed on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will always be remembered. Born September 9, 1952, in Nashville, he was the son of the late Howard William McElhiney, Sr. and Frances Head McElhiney.Mac's career was defined by his commitment to keeping others safe. He worked in security around the...

Robert Gordon Tubbs

Robert Gordon Tubbs

Mar 26, 2024

Robert Gordon Tubbs, also fondly known as Bob, passed away on March 26, 2024, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Born on July 7, 1931, in Old Hickory, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Talmage Alton Tubbs and Thedus Eleanor Scarborough Tubbs.  Bob led a remarkable life filled with dedication to his work, family, and community.After graduating from DuPont High School...

Kathy Jo Meadows

Kathy Jo Meadows

Mar 24, 2024

In loving memory of Kathy Jo Meadows (née Phillips), a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who passed away on March 24, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. Kathy was born on August 24, 1954, in Madison, Tennessee, and was the daughter of the late Edward Randall Phillips and Louise Taylor Phillips.Kathy was known for her kind and giving spirit. She had...

Diane Renee Cunningham

Diane Renee Cunningham

Mar 19, 2024

Diane Renee Cunningham of White House, TN passed away unexpected at the young age of 57.

Survived by her loving husband, Larry Cunningham who adored her, survived by parents; father, Donald Aaron and her estranged mother, Vera; she is also survived by her children, Steven and Kym Danny Owens-Mayberry. Her grandchildren, Mikenzie (Puff Dyer), Averyonea, Starla Jade, Decklyn, Tyler Owens, and...

Mable Brown

Mable Brown

Mar 16, 2024

Mable J. Brown, 82, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 16, 2024.   Born April 14, 1941, in Old Hickory, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late J.S. “Sparky” McConnell and Mable Derryberry McConnell.

Mable was a member of Goodlettsville Church of Christ.  She graduated from Hendersonville High School in the graduating class of 1959....

James Dale Martin, Jr.

James Dale Martin, Jr.

Mar 13, 2024

James Dale "Fish" Martin, Jr. passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 13, 2024. Born July 14, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late James Dale Martin, Sr. and Evelyn Irene Binkley Martin. Jim was a man of many passions and brought joy to those around him with his wonderful sense of humor and hardworking...

Jackie R. Bush

Jackie R. Bush

Mar 13, 2024

Jackie R. Bush, 77, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.  Born August 23, 1946, in Nashville, she was the daughter of the late Leonadous “Jack” Jackson and Myrtle Stevens Jackson.

Jackie retired from Metro Nashville Public Schools where she was a cafeteria manager for twenty years.  She had also worked at Vanco Manor in Goodlettsville where she...

Betty Hartley

Betty Hartley

Mar 10, 2024

Betty Joe Hartley “Nana” began her journey as a blessing to this world on January 19th ,1950. She was the daughter of George William Sanderson and Margaret Virgina Sanderson of Nashville, TN. Betty was raised in Nashville and attended Howard High School. In 1965 at the age of 15, she met the love of her life Ronnie Hartley “Papa”.

In 1970...

Betty Lou Matthews

Betty Lou Matthews

Mar 9, 2024

Betty Lou Matthews, of Springfield, Tennessee, passed away on March 9, 2024, at her home. Born July 10, 1941, in Westmoreland, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Claude Frances Webb and Bessie Perdue Webb.  Betty was a dedicated homemaker whose life centered around her children and grandchildren. Her nurturing spirit and selflessness extended beyond her family as she...

Richard Charles Sheppard

Richard Charles Sheppard

Mar 5, 2024

Richard C. Sheppard, 79, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at his home.  Born September 20, 1944, in Nashville, he was the son of the late Richard Wryland Sheppard and Anne Bradley Sheppard.

Rick was a devoted husband and father who touched the lives of many people, whether it was his fishing buddies or customers who visited...

Nancy Virginia Emily Smiley

Nancy Virginia Emily Smiley

Mar 4, 2024

Nancy Virginia Emily Smiley, 89, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. Born November 13, 1934, in Davidson County, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Harris and Eula Belle Sanders Harris.Nancy was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and Nanny to so many.  She never met a stranger and was known to give the best...

Dan H. Klitz

Dan H. Klitz

Mar 3, 2024

Dan H. Klitz, 64, of Cross Plains, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024.  Born May 6, 1959, in DeQueen, Arkansas, he was the son of the late Freddie Klitz and Martha Mae Escue Klitz.

Dan’s family and friends will remember him as a kind, sweet, loving man who loved fishing and animals.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Shelly Elizabeth Carroll

Shelly Elizabeth Carroll

Mar 3, 2024

Shelly Elizabeth Carroll, born Shelly Elizabeth Nolan on December 12, 1958, in Arizona, passed away on March 3, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee. Shelly's life exuded compassion and selflessness. Described as having a servant's heart, she always prioritized others' well-being above her own needs. Her kind and caring nature touched the lives of many around her.  She was a woman of strong...

Judy Adkins

Judy Adkins

Feb 28, 2024

Judy Adkins, a dedicated professional who spent 45 remarkable years in the banking industry, with the majority of her career contributing to the success of Bank of Goodlettsville, has sadly passed away at the age of 78. Judy was born on June 7, 1945, and departed from this world on February 28, 2024.

Throughout her lifetime, Judy achieved great milestones both...

Trudy Ann Hughes

Trudy Ann Hughes

Feb 27, 2024

Trudy Ann Hughes, 71, of Greenbrier, Tennessee, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, in Nashville.  Born September 30, 1952, in Nashville, she was the daughter of the late Walter Dickson and Dorothy Ragan Dickson.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Wesley Dickson.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Jimmy Hughes; son...

Wilma Sue Hudgens Vandertang

Wilma Sue Hudgens Vandertang

Feb 24, 2024

Wilma Sue Hudgens Vandertang, of Jackson County, TN, passed away on February 24, 2024, in White House, TN at the age of 82. She was born on February 9, 1942.

Wilma was known for her love of working in her flower garden and traveling, with a special fondness for the beach. Her proudest accomplishments were her children and grandchildren, who affectionately...

Cynthia Brummett

Cynthia Brummett

Feb 18, 2024

Cynthia L. Brummett, 81, of Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024.  Born August 23, 1942, in Nashville, she was the daughter of the late James Newton Stamps and Zada Mae Head Stamps.

 

She was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Madison.   Cynthia was a retired optician having worked locally for Milam’s Optical, Pearle Vision, and Lens...

Rita Cecile Dixon

Rita Cecile Dixon

Feb 16, 2024

Rita Cecile Dixon, 77, of White House, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024.  Born August 10, 1946, in Youngsville, Louisianna, she was the daughter of the late Carl Rabeaux and Delta Viator Rabeaux.

Rita was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be missed dearly.  In her time she enjoyed painting, dancing, or finding a flea market. ...

Dorothy Polk Fudge

Dorothy Polk Fudge

Feb 16, 2024

Dorothy Polk Fudge, 94, of Mt. Juliet (formerly of Goodlettsville), passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024. Born April 6, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Lucious Polk and Artie Estelle Lassiter Polk.

Dorothy was a member of Goodlettsville High School’s graduating class of 1947.

She attended Peabody College in Nashville, but left to get married, and have four...

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