Obituaries

Sharon Wix

Sharon Wix

Sep 18, 2024

Sharon Wix, age 66, of Hendersonville, Tennessee departed this life on September 18, 2024. Sharon was born in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Thomas Marlin, Sr. and Nancy Marlin on November 11, 1957.

Sharon was a caregiver and always was willing to help people.

A remarkable grandmother, Sharon never missed an event that involved her beloved grandchildren, Dawson, Jude, and Finley. She...

Raymond Edward "Ed" Neal, Jr.

Raymond Edward "Ed" Neal, Jr.

Sep 17, 2024

Raymond Edward (Ed) Neal, Jr. of Hendersonville TN passed suddenly on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the age of 74. Ed was a member of Kemper Hts. Church of Christ. Ed graduated from East Nashville High and MTSU, where he was a member of ATO. He founded the Special Needs Sports Foundation, Inc. and served as Chairman and President. He showed...

Nancy Lee Lang

Nancy Lee Lang

Sep 16, 2024

Nancy Lee Lang age 86 passed away on September 16, 2024.

She was born January 31, 1938 to Buck and Virgie Taylor. 

Nancy married Velton Lang in 1959 who preceded her in death in 1998.

Nancy and Velton moved to Hendersonville from Oklahoma in 1975 after Velton relocated the family to work for legendary country singer Conway Twitty. Those who loved Nancy say...

David Dewey Melton

David Dewey Melton

Sep 11, 2024

David Dewey Melton, age 68, passed away on September 11, 2024. He was born on November 7, 1955, in South Bend, Indiana, to the late Dewey and Beverly Melton. Dave is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Darlene M. Melton; loving children, Brandon Melton (Kristin), Robbie Melton (Jessica), and Christen Melton; grandchildren, Morgan, Mackenzie, Manning, Levi, Asher, Kenley,...

Maria Antonia Oquendo

Maria Antonia Oquendo

Sep 11, 2024

Maria Antonia Duke Oquendo, a cherished daughter, sister, mother, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024, at the age of 42. Born on March 13, 1982, Maria was a vibrant soul whose love for life and unwavering spirit touched the hearts of everyone she met. 

Maria’s kindred spirit was a beacon of light, illuminating the lives of her...

Ronald Joseph Herrin

Ronald Joseph Herrin

Sep 10, 2024

Ronald Joseph Herrin, 55, of Gallatin, passed away on September 10, 2024.

Born on July 9, 1969, in Detroit, Ron was the son of Ronald and Jacqueline Herrin. He graduated from Courtland High School in 1987 and went on to work as a dedicated automotive painter for 38 years.

Ron was known for his unwavering kindness, quick wit, and love for his...

Robert "Bobby" Plaskett III

Robert "Bobby" Plaskett III

Sep 7, 2024

Robert “Bobby” William Plaskett III, of Greenbrier, Tennessee, passed away on September 7, 2024. Bobby was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on June 9, 1967 to Robert W. Plaskett, Jr. and Kathleen Plaskett. 

A graduate of Cumberland University, Bobby earned a Master’s Degree in Public Service Management. An avid camper and hiker, Bobby completed the Appalachian Trail when he was eighteen years...

Becky Jo Kuhlman Grohoske

Becky Jo Kuhlman Grohoske

Sep 7, 2024

Becky Jo Kuhlman-Grohoske

June 4, 1944-September 7, 2024

We celebrate the beautiful life of Becky who died on Saturday evening September 7, 2024. She was born in Lima, Ohio to the late Edward Tierney and Freida Crawford. She was the eldest of 3 children. Becky was married to her sweetheart, Jerry Grohoske, for 31 years. They lived in Findlay, Ohio, retired to...

Mary Jo Gibson

Mary Jo Gibson

Sep 4, 2024

Mary Jo Gibson, age 91, passed away peacefully in her home on September 4, 2024, in Madison, Tennessee. Born on August 6, 1933, in Castalian Springs, Tennessee, she lived a life filled with love, grace, and compassion.

Mary Jo was a devoted mother and grandmother and great-grandmother, raising her children and grandchildren with unwavering love and care. She is survived by...

Alonza "AD" Gibson

Alonza "AD" Gibson

Sep 3, 2024

Alonza “AD” Durward Gibson 

Born: 8/4/95 

Died: 9/3/24

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of AD Gibson, cherished husband, brother, grandson and friend, on 9/3/24, at the age of 29. He passed away after a very long and hard battle against AML since March 2023, and complications of GVHD after a stem cell transplant in May of this year.

AD...

Robert Beebe

Robert Beebe

Sep 1, 2024

Robert Beebe was born in San Francisco August 13, 1945 to George and Billie Beebe. The family moved to Menlo Park when he was a young child, and the family resided there for many years. Robert graduated from Menlo Park High School.

Robert attended San Jose State. He earned a bachelors degree, two masters degrees, and a teaching certificate. Robert joined...

Floyd Edward Sanders, Sr.

Floyd Edward Sanders, Sr.

Aug 31, 2024

Floyd Edward Sanders, Sr., age 89, passed away on August 31, 2024. Floyd was born to the late James C. Sanders and Addie Leona Proffitt Sanders in Elmwood, Tennessee on October 29, 1934.

Following the early death of his mother on February 9, 1943 at the age of 48 when Mr. Sanders was 8 years old, he was raised by his...

Frances Ann Boggs

Frances Ann Boggs

Aug 28, 2024

Frances Ann Boggs, age 88 of Pleasant View, Tennessee passed away on August 28, 2024. She was born on February 25, 1936 in Pittsburg, Kansas to the late Floyd and Hilda Waggener. Fran is also preceded in death by brothers, Irl Waggener, Bob Waggener, and Paul Waggener. She is survived by her devoted husband of 65 years, John Boggs; children,...

William “Bill” Coleman

William “Bill” Coleman

Aug 24, 2024

William Charles Coleman, known as Bill, Sonny or Old Dad, age 83, of Hendersonville, Tennessee, passed away on August 24, 2024. Born on October 9, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Charles and Florence Coleman. Bill graduated from Goodlettsville High School and proudly served in the United States Navy for 4 years.

Bill had a deep...

David Weachter

David Weachter

Aug 23, 2024

David Earle Weachter, age 57, of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away on August 23, 2024. David was born on December 16, 1966 to Richard and Anita Weachter in Youngstown, Ohio.

David enjoyed target shooting, cars, and politics. David also loved animals. 

David is preceded in death by his grandparents.

David is survived by his parents, Richard and Anita Weachter; his brother, Tod Weachter (Cathy);...

Ann Ruth "Nana" Shelby

Ann Ruth "Nana" Shelby

Aug 22, 2024

Ann Ruth “Nana” Shelby passed away peacefully with her loving family at her side on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Ruth was born on September 22, 1935, in Mount Pleasant, Tennessee to Porter and Pearl (Brooks) Smith.

Ruth was a true Christian woman, “Prayer Warrior”, and long-time member of Faith Baptist Church. She found joy spending time at the church and had...

Buddy McLean

Buddy McLean

Aug 20, 2024

Marcus Eugene “Buddy” McLean passed away Tuesday, August 20th. In his high school yearbook, the inscription by his senior picture said, “Quiet and considerate, everybody’s buddy”, which described him really well. Buddy grew up in Hendersonville, graduating from Hendersonville High in 1967. He was especially proud of his days as a basketball player and star catcher on the baseball team....

Gerald W. Drabeck

Gerald W. Drabeck

Aug 20, 2024

Springfield, TN 

Drabeck, Gerald William - Went home to be with the Lord on August 20th, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Betty L. Drabeck (nee Barbour), loving father of Gerald W. (wife Kathleen) of Rootstown, OH, Daniel J. of Springfield, and grandfather of Gerald W. Drabeck III of Tallmadge, OH. Also surviving are his brother, Fred J....

Nancy Sue Calobrace Myers

Nancy Sue Calobrace Myers

Aug 17, 2024

Nancy Sue Calobrace Myers, age 77, passed away on August 17, 2024 in Hendersonville, Tennessee. She was born on February 17, 1947 in Marion, Indiana to the late Samuel and Crystal Calobrace. Nancy is also preceded in death by the love of her life, Bill Myers; brothers, Michael Calobrace and Nick Calobrace; and son-in-law, Greg Edmonds. She is survived by...

Butch Duke

Butch Duke

Aug 17, 2024

Butch Duke, age 80, of Gallatin passed away on August 17, 2024. He was born on July 29, 1944 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Willie and Lois Duke. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness and dedication. He was a remarkable individual, remembered for his loving and giving spirit.

Butch dedicated 42 years to the real estate business, becoming a...

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