Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Nellie Perrigo
Feb 10, 2024
Someone Is Missing
Let this be a loving reminder,
That someone is missing today,
Someone our hearts still hold on to,
As we travel along life’s way.
Someone who made life so special,
For all those who gather here,
Someone who won’t be forgotten,
But cherished from year to year.
And now, as we pause to remember,
Let us all fondly recall,
How dearly each of us loved her,
And...
Frances Louise Honeycutt
Feb 8, 2024
Frances Louise Honeycutt, known for her outgoing loving personality, passed away on February 8, 2024. Born on March 31, 1931, Frances lived a life filled with warmth and compassion that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Frances was a caring individual who always put others before herself. She had an ability to bring joy and laughter to every gathering...
Sue Ellen Hildreth
Feb 4, 2024
On behalf of the staff at Cole & Garrett Funeral Homes, we are honored to be serving the Hildreth family, but saddened to announce the passing of Sue Ellen Hildreth. 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 Mrs. Hildreth.
Kenneth Paul Hoppes
Feb 4, 2024
Kenneth Paul Hoppes, a loving father, brother and grandfather, passed away on February 4, 2024. Born on January 4, 1945, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Paul Hoppes and Eula Elizabeth Hollifield Hoppes.
Kenneth graduated from Harris High School in Spruce Pine, North Carolina in 1963. In 1965, Kenneth began his military service as he proudly joined...
Doris Walden
Jan 28, 2024
Doris Walden, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love. She was born on January 25, 1925, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas W. Butler and Alice Virginia Giles Butler.
Doris had a vivacious personality that touched the lives of all who knew her. She was...
David Baird Gaines
Jan 21, 2024
David Baird Gaines, beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 21, 2024, in Greenbrier, Tennessee. He was born on October 14, 1943, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Carleton and Florence Donaldson Gaines.
David led a remarkable life, leaving a lasting impact on those who the privilege of knowing him. He dedicated his career to serving others and made...
Theresa Ann Ragland
Jan 21, 2024
Theresa Ann Ragland, 68, of Cottontown, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Born October 4, 1955, in Fountain Head, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Delano Roosevelt Casteel and Janie Louise Bradley Casteel.
Theresa loved her Lord and was a member of Portland Road Church of Christ. She was...
Carol Ann Boner
Jan 20, 2024
Ms. Carol Ann Boner, age 78, of Goodlettsville, passed away on January 20, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 30, 1945 in Nashville, TN to the late Robert Leroy and Mary Elizabeth Baker. Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Vickie Boner; and one sister, Linda Henry.
Carol is survived by...
John Robert Evans, Jr.
Jan 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Robert Evans, Jr., on January 19, 2024, in Brentwood, Tennessee. John was born on October 22, 1945, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, to the late John R. Evans, Sr., and the late Lorraine Lowry Evans. John leaves behind a legacy of kindness and generosity that will be remembered by all who had the privilege of...
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