Obituaries

Jan 8, 2025

Katie Wheeler, age 81, passed away on January 8, 2025. She is survived by her daughter, Amy Wheeler-Sarna and husband, Michael Sarna; and ex-husband, Al Wheeler. 

Katie was a dedicated employee, eventually retiring from Dupont. She was a loving mother, giving provider, and always took care of everyone. Katie especially loved her animals, and always looked forward to the Spring for...

Dec 8, 2024

Jack Wallace Smith, age 89 of Gallatin, TN passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. He was preceded in death by his parents, William & Ethel Smith; siblings, Doyle Smith, Jessie Marquand, Ray Smith, Thomas Smith, Martha Pippins and Dorothy Allison. 

Jack is survived by his wife, Ruth Smith; children, Tim Smith (Kelly) and Joni...

Jan 15, 2025

“Marj” Marjorie Ann Deason, aged 66, passed away peacefully on January 15th, at home surrounded by family. She was born on August 14, 1958, in Sioux City, Iowa to Robert Owen Avant and Jeannine Marie Avant. She was a proud resident of Hendersonville and was a 1976 graduate of Hendersonville High School. She married Steven Michael Deason on May 21,...

Jan 13, 2025

Woodrow Winfield Pridgen, the original Woody, Mr. “You’ve Got a Friend in Me”, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025.

Woody was born on September 18, 1962, in Columbia, South Carolina to Myrma Ketchum Pridgen and Guy W. Pridgen, Sr. The family soon moved to Wilmington, N.C. just down the street from his grandparents Mattie Mae and Alton Woodrow Ketchum where...

Jan 11, 2025

Vicki Joe Harmon, 67, passed away on January 11, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee. Vicki was born on July 12, 1957, in Madison, Tennessee to Claudie C. Wheeler, Sr. and Virginia (Crawford) Wheeler.

Vicki was a Chrisitan woman who loved vegetable gardening, tending to her flowers, sewing, crocheting, bird watching, any place on the water and sunrises. She enjoyed spending memorable moments...

Jan 10, 2025

Lori Michelle Witham, born on July 1, 1968 in Madison, Tennessee passed away on January 10, 2025 in Gainesboro, Tennessee. Lori was a Sumner County native and spent most of her life here in Hendersonville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carole Lee Witham and Roy Fred Witham. As well as her uncles, Stephen “Stevie” Lee and Michael...

Jan 10, 2025

Randall Riggs, born on November 15, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on January 10, 2025, after bravely battling Parkinson's disease. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, who cherished his family deeply.

Randall dedicated over 30 years of his life to driving for UPS, a career marked by hard work and reliability. His commitment extended beyond his profession; he...

Jan 8, 2025

Roberta Carter Julian, 62, of Hendersonville, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Born to the late Robert and Clydene Carter, Roberta was a lifelong resident of Hendersonville whose life was defined by her deep commitment to her family.

As a longtime realtor of over 30 years at One Stop Realty and owner of Hendersonville Tire Center,...

Jan 6, 2025

Ruth Scott passed away on January 6, 2025, at the age of 86. Ruth was born on May 2, 1938, in Bowling Green, Kentucky to the late Granvill and Etta Simmons, being the youngest of 14 siblings. Ruth's life was marked by her deep faith as a devout 7th Day Adventist and her commitment to her family and friends.

Ruth attended...

Jan 6, 2025

Edward Ray Russell (Eddie Ray) was born March 15, 1941, in Slick Ford, Kentucky to parents Baird Lee and Monty Nettie Kerns. Baird was a traveling preacher and times being what they were in ’41 and ’42 they were unable to take care of small children and Eddie was put into an orphanage. After several years he was legally adopted...

Jan 6, 2025

Eddie Ray Seals, born on February 5, 1934, passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2025, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Eddie was born in Gorman Texas, the son of Eugene Wayland and Clodell Lucille Seals (nee Ellison), who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were his two brothers, Jimmy Eugene Seals and Danny Wayland Seals. After...

Jan 6, 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Jimmy Lawrence Cassetty, age 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 6, 2025. Jim was born in Haydenburg , TN on September 25, 1939 to Robbie Eurelle (Dixie) and Luster S. Cassetty. His early years were spent in Jackson County, residing in North Springs, TN.

 Jim graduated from Jackson County High School and Tennessee Tech University. Jim married Patricia Parker of...

Jan 2, 2025

Karen Lee Juarez passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on February 12, 1953, in Nashville, Tennessee, Karen was the daughter of James and Ella Killen, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded by her brother, William (Billy) Killen, and her beloved daughter, Reina Juarez Smith. 

Karen is survived by her brother, Tommy...

Jan 2, 2025

Gerald R.”Gerry” Bailey of Hendersonville, TN departed this life suddenly on January 2, 2025 after very brief illness. He was born in Hamilton, Ohio, where he spent most of his early years in Hamilton and Fairfield, Ohio. He later moved to TN in adulthood and spent the majority of his life in Tennessee. Before retirement he spent his career in...

Jan 2, 2025

Harold DeWayne McLerran, age 53, passed away on January 2, 2025. He was born on February 17, 1971 in Madison, Tennessee. Harold is preceded in death by his father-in-law, Tommy Jennings; and uncle, Jerry McLerran. 

Harold is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, La Dona McLerran; children, Katie Jennings (Zachary) and Hunter McLerran; parents, Aaron and Shirley McLerran; sister,...

Dec 30, 2024

Douglas Craig Osborne, age 72, passed away peacefully on December 30th, 2024. 

Doug was born to the late Donald and Geraldine Osborne on February 22nd, 1952 in Floral Park, NY. He grew up and lived most of his life in Elmont, NY. He worked for many years as a custodian for the Franklin Square Schools, retiring as the head custodian. Doug...

Dec 30, 2024

Curtis Nelson Early, 85, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024.

Born on February 25, 1939, in Nashville, Tennessee, Nelson was the youngest of five children of William and Winifred Mae (Donegan) Early. He grew up in East Nashville, where he and his brothers walked together to attend Lockeland Baptist Church, a place that became the foundation of...

Dec 29, 2024

James Frederic Hughes, age 83, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on December 29, 2024. Jim was born on January 11, 1942 to the late Abner and Anne Hughes in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Jim graduated from Tulane University with his Masters Degree in Accounting.

Jim enjoyed the beauty of flowers, shrubs, and growing figs. He also enjoyed being in nature and walking. He...

Dec 29, 2024

On December 29, 2024 Robert Lee DeBlasio passed away peacefully at home in Hendersonville Tennessee at the age of 71. He was born March 13, 1953 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania to Joseph and Shirley DeBlasio who preceded him in death along with two siblings and a stepson Jeremie Sackett.

Robert is survived by wife Betty, daughter Gina Stokes (Stephen ), three stepdaughters...