Obituaries
Marie L. Garcia
Aug 19, 2026
Marie Lourdes Garcia, 77, of Cottontown, Tennessee, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 19, 2026.
Marie was born on February 11, 1949, in Angústias, Horta, Faial, Azores. At just 9 years old, she immigrated with her family from the Azores to California, where she would build a beautiful life rooted in family, faith, tradition, and hard work.
Marie graduated from...
Heather Cerise Patereau
Aug 17, 2026
Heather Cerise Patereau, age 49, of White House, TN, was born on March 13, 1977, in Fontana, California. She passed away on August 17, 2026, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Heather’s life was a remarkable blend of dedication, quiet strength, and deep compassion, leaving a memorable impression on everyone she encountered.
Heather’s education laid the foundation for her life of service. A graduate...
Betty Joyce Hewgley
Aug 9, 2026
Betty Joyce (Butts) Hewgley was born in Nashville, TN on June 16th, 1932. She passed away in Hendersonville, TN on August 9th, 2026, at the age of 94. Betty was a proud 1951 alumni of Isaac Litton High School. From a young age she enjoyed playing many sports. She played golf, racquet ball, volleyball, bowling, and practically anything else she...
June Carolyn Johnson
Aug 8, 2026
June Carolyn (Sprouse) Johnson was born in Hendersonville, TN, on June 12, 1936, to the late Bertie Garrett Sprouse and Clyde Thomas Sprouse. Preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Joe Richard Johnson; infant granddaughter, Hannah Grace Johnson; sisters, Joyce Simpkins and Sue Potts of Murfreesboro, and infant niece, Susan Potts. Survived by sons, Todd Richard (Beverly) and...
Frances Collins
Aug 7, 2026
Frances Collins, age 93, of Dover, Tennessee, passed away on August 7, 2026. She was born September 24, 1932, in Johnson City, Tennessee to Foy and Viola Richardson.
Frances will be remembered for her warmth, strong will, and devotion to her family.
She is survived by her daughter Kathy and son Keith (Susan), grandchildren, great grandchildren and many friends, and was preceded...
Daniel Paul "Dan" Fecko
Aug 5, 2026
Daniel Paul “Dan” Fecko, age 61, passed away on August 5, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. He was born on March 29, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois, to Laura Clark and Paul Fecko.
Dan dedicated his professional life to the real estate title industry, building a lifelong career as a Title Officer. His years of experience, dedication, and knowledge were an important part...
Jill Garrett
Aug 1, 2026
Mary Newton (Jill) Callaway Garrett
Born June 12, 1941
Died August 1, 2026
Preceded in death by her parents John Lea and Elizabeth Rose Christrup Callaway, husband Glen Gerald (Jerry) Garrett, Jr and daughter Mary (Mollie) Callaway Garrett. Survived by her children Glen (Cari) Garrett and Christie (Todd) Moore. Grandchildren Gracyn (James) Wilbanks, Carson (Halle) Garrett, Wilson (Claire) Garrett, Jim and Mollie Moore....
Chester Lee Thompson, Sr.
Jul 31, 2026
Chester Lee Thompson Sr. 84 Of Greenbrier Tennessee, Went home to our Lord Jesus on July 31st 2026 at Alive Hospice in Nashville Tennessee.
He was with his son Chester Thompson Jr. and daughter in law Valerie Thompson at the time of his passing. Chester was born in Lincoln County, KY on May 4th 1942. The son of Marvin Thompson and...
Amanda Lee Cortese
Jul 25, 2026
Amanda Lee Cortese, age 41, of Lebanon, Tennessee, passed away on July 25, 2026. Born on June 7, 1985, in Nashville, Tennessee, Amanda was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished daughter and granddaughter, and faithful friend.
Amanda was preceded in death by her grandparents, Joe and Joyce Lee, grandfather, Ross Thompson, uncles, Charles and Nick Thompson.
She is survived by her husband,...
Richard Clay Binkley
Jul 11, 2026
Richard Clay Binkley, born April 29, 1943, in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, determination, and devotion to those he loved.
Richard was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country with honor before embarking on a lifetime of entrepreneurship. A gifted builder with a passion...
Valerie Rae Gash-Hall
Jul 9, 2026
Valerie was born in orange, California on December 31, 1959. She passed peacefully at home on July 9th, 2026 in White House, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Lynn Gash, and inlaws Bob and Shirely Hall. She is survived by her husband of 46 years Brian L. Hall, her daughter Kristina Hall (Robert), her son...
Terry Wayne Harris
Jul 2, 2026
Terry Wayne Harris, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.
Born on September 12, 1935, in Ashland City, Tennessee, Terry was the son of the late Roy and Francis Harris. He was also preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Carl Douglas, and his brother, Jimmy Harris.
Terry is survived by his devoted wife, Evelyn Harris of...
Dennis Mack Amick
Jun 30, 2026
Dennis Mack Amick, age 74, of Nashville, TN, lovingly known as “Dennie,” passed away on June 30, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. Born on March 25, 1952, in Nashville, Tennessee, Dennis’s life was one defined by kindness, humor, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.
Growing up in Nashville, Dennis was a...
Joyce Anderson
Jun 23, 2026
Anna Joyce Anderson, lovingly known as Joyce, passed away peacefully at her home in Portland, Tennessee, on June 23, 2026. Born Anna Joyce Bumbalough on December 5, 1936, in Sparta, Tennessee, she was a beloved presence whose impact touched all who knew her.
Throughout her life, Joyce exemplified kindness, generosity, and a nurturing spirit. She and her husband owned and operated...
Matthew & Lucy Musante
Jun 17, 2026
After more than five decades of marriage, Matthew Aloysius Musante and Lucy Alma Musante passed away peacefully just days apart; Matthew on June 17, 2026, at the age of 84, and Lucy on June 19, 2026, at the age of 85. Their nearly lifelong partnership was defined by service to others and a shared joy in the simple blessings of...
John West Pitt, II
Jun 15, 2026
John West Pitt, II, age 73, of Franklin, passed away on June 15, 2026.
Born on October 7, 1952, John was the son of the late John Pitt, Sr. and Jane Roaden Pitt.
John is survived by his son, John W. Pitt, III, and his beloved granddaughters, Finley Pitt and Blakely Pitt.
John was known for his charismatic personality and natural charm. He...
Tommy Hampton
Jun 13, 2026
James Thomas "Tommy" "Big" Hampton, Sr., passed away on June 13, 2026, in Anaconda, Montana. Tommy was born on January 5, 1967, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Charles Hampton and Ivy Hampton.
Tommy was preceded in death by his brother Bobby Hampton, sister Charlotte Gregory, Grandmother Ethel Adamsom, niece Sewana Hampton, and two beloved nephews.
He is survived by his loving...
Robert "Bob" Fred Whittaker
Jun 5, 2026
Robert "Bob" Fred Whittaker, aged 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Baxter, Tennessee, on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 10:00 PM surrounded by the love of his family.
Bob was born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 10, 1941. Bob spent his early years in Baxter, Tennessee, the town he would always carry in his heart and eventually return to...
Betty Ann Collins
Jun 2, 2026
Betty Collins, age 95, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026. Born on March 29, 1931, in Smyrna, Georgia, she was the beloved daughter of the late Gerald Sebastian Clackum and Kurzie Lee Miller.
Betty spent a large part of her vibrant life in the Tranquil Community, nestled between Mullins and Marion, South Carolina. She was a member of Tranquil Methodist...
Chester Allen Thompson
May 21, 2026
Chester Allen Thompson, age 91, passed away on May 21st, 2026, at TriStar Medical Center in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
Born on May 3rd, 1935, in Nashville, Tennessee, to the late Rayford and Francis Thompson.
Chester grew up working on the family dairy farm in Goodlettsville, Tennessee. In his early 20’s he began his career at Baird Ward Printing Co. There he worked as...
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