Obituaries

Tommy Allen Summers

Tommy Allen Summers

Feb 8, 2026

Tommy Allen Summers, age 57, passed away on February 8th 2026 surrounded by family and friends. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather whose greatest joy was his family.

Born on July 14, 1968 in Gallatin, Tennessee, Tommy lived a life defined by dedication, humility, and love. He shared a deep and enduring bond with his...

Wendy Willette Carter

Wendy Willette Carter

Feb 6, 2026

Wendy Carter, born July 22, 1963, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, at her residence after a long and courageous battle with illness. Wendy was also saved by the grace of God, a faith that gave her strength and comfort throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her father, Willie; her mother, Jeannette; her sister, Linda; her brothers,...

Allene Linville

Allene Linville

Jan 31, 2026

Mrs. Allene Carter Linville, age 90, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away January 31, 2026. She was born May 3, 1935 to the late Homer Carter and Viola Smith in Westmoreland, TN.

In addition to her parents, Homer and Viola, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Homer Junior, Donald Ray, Margaret Francis and Myrtle Ruth.

She is survived by her loving...

Debra Sue Douglas

Debra Sue Douglas

Jan 30, 2026

Debra Sue Douglas, age 68, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away January 30, 2026. She was born August 18, 1957 to the late Carl and Annice Fulk in Indianapolis, IN.

She is survived by her husband, Tony Douglas; her son, Ben (Alison) Durling; her daughter, BobbiJo Turnier; step-son, Scott Douglas; her sister, Gail (Bobby) Sharp; her brother, Wayne Fulk; her Aunt Jo...

Larry Daniel Clark

Larry Daniel Clark

Jan 28, 2026

Mr. Larry Daniel Clark, age 77, of Lafayette, TN, passed away on January 28, 2026.  He was born June 21, 1948 to the late Wardean Clark and Thelma Graves Clark in Gallatin, TN.

Larry is survived by his wife, Doris Jean Clark; his children, Jeffery Clark, Kimberly Parks, Vanessa Pulley (Thomas) and Jennifer Keen (Mitchell); his sister, Sherry Wix (Terry); his...

Billy Joe Perry

Billy Joe Perry

Jan 21, 2026

Billy Joe Perry, age 78, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away January 21, 2026. He was born February 11, 1947 to the late Willie Russell Perry and Mary Frances Henson Perry in Westmoreland, TN.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Paulette Roper Perry of Westmoreland, TN; his sons, Jason (Leann) Perry of Shepardsville, KY and Chad (Kelley)...

Barbara Jean Stafford

Barbara Jean Stafford

Jan 21, 2026

Mrs. Barbara Jean Stafford, age 69, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away January 21, 2026. 

She was born April 18, 1956 to the late Jesse and Reba Chandler Cook.

Mrs. Stafford was saved by the grace of God kneeling by her bed in 1975.  She was a member of Old Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years,...

Rhonda Keen Black

Rhonda Keen Black

Jan 14, 2026

Rhonda Black, age 71, of Gallatin, TN and formerly of Westmoreland, TN passed away on January 14, 2026.

Rhonda is survived by her son, William Black III (Charisma); her granddaughter, Jennifer Nicole Black; her great-grandchild, Ezra Antonio Black Perez; special friend and former husband, William Black, Jr. , as well as several extended family members.

She is preceded in death by her...

Doris L Anderson

Doris L Anderson

Jan 12, 2026

Doris Lee Piper Anderson, age 95, went to be with her Lord peacefully surrounded by her children and His angels on January 12, 2026. Doris was born on March 6, 1930 in Pleasant Shade in Smith County, TN. She was the daughter of Wirt Lee Piper and Margie Ruth Ballard. Doris’s mother died when she was 8 and she left...

Harold Wilson West

Harold Wilson West

Jan 8, 2026

Mr. Harold West, age 78, passed away on January 8, 2026, in Westmoreland, TN. He was born in Smith County, TN to Fred and Fay West in May 1947 and graduated from Westmoreland High School in 1966. He was an iron worker with Chandler Construction, an US Army Veteran and believed in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Harold is survived...

Jacky Meadors

Jacky Meadors

Jan 4, 2026

Jacqueline "Jacky" Meadors, age 69, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away January 4, 2026. She was born July 20, 1956 in Gallatin, TN.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Brizendine and Virginia Brewster; her husband, Roger Meadors; her children, Jeffrey Dean Meadors and Rusty Meadors, her biological parents, Walter Conyer and Lilly Ruth Brinkley; her brothers and sisters, Tony...

Allen Freeman Stafford

Allen Freeman Stafford

Dec 27, 2025

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Mr. Allen Stafford, age 49, of Westmoreland, TN passed away on December 27, 2025. He was born to the late Caroline and Eligia Stafford, Sr. in September 1976. He was employed with Kirby Building Systems.

Allen is survived by his life partner, Stacy Freeman; his children, Angel Smith, Haiden Stafford and Hunter Freeman; grandson, Tate Bryant Freeman; his...

Edward Thomas Gibbs

Edward Thomas Gibbs

Dec 23, 2025

Edward Thomas "Fish" Gibbs, age 49, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away December 23, 2025. He was born September 29, 1976 in Houston, Texas to Jerry and Stella Fisher Gibbs.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Gibbs.

He is survived by his mother, Stella Gibbs; his children, Brock Thomas Gibbs and Piper Denise Gibbs; his brother, Kyle Gibbs; his half-brothers,...

Michael Gene Mason

Michael Gene Mason

Dec 21, 2025

Michael Gene Mason, age 68, of Murfreesboro, TN, passed away December 21, 2025. He was born December 29, 1956 to the late William Eugene Mason and Dorothy Coker Wireman in Sumner County, TN.

Graveside service for Mr. Mason will be conducted on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 11AM from New Hope Cemetery. 

The family has entrusted Woodard Funeral Home with the care...

Johnny B Ray

Johnny B Ray

Dec 19, 2025

Mr. Johnny B Ray, age 81, of Westmoreland, TN passed away on December 19, 2025. He was born April 27, 1944 to the late Garrett Alexander and Goldie Mae Ray in Hartsville, TN.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Sue Ray; his children, Ronnetta Badger (John), Carter Ray, Renee Madison (Scotty) and Violet Bruce (Corey); his grandchildren, Anthony Thomas, Chelsea Harris (Cliff),...

Wanda Christine Sadler

Wanda Christine Sadler

Dec 13, 2025

Mrs. Wanda Christine Sadler, age 90, of Westmoreland, Tennessee, passed away in her home on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Born on August 15, 1935, in Sumner County, Tennessee, Wanda spent her life in the service of others. She loved the Lord and was devoted to her family. Known as "Ma" to many, Wanda's greatest joys were caring for the many nieces,...

Barbara Sue Casteel

Barbara Sue Casteel

Dec 11, 2025

Mrs. Barbara Casteel, age 70, of Gallatin, TN, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Lebanon, TN. She was retired from Nationwide Studios and was a faithful member of New Hope Church.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Ray Casteel; her sons, Anthony Ray Casteel (Mary) of Gallatin, TN and Barry Dean Casteel (Sheri) of Semmes, AL; her grandchildren, Hunter Casteel,...

Sheri Ilene Thompson

Sheri Ilene Thompson

Dec 6, 2025

Sheri Thompson, age 70, of Westmoreland, TN passed away on December 6, 2025.

Sheri is survived by her daughters, Heather Dorris and Jennifer Eden (Stephen); her son, Jason Dorris (Billie); her grandchildren, Jevon Rickman (Maeghan), Angel Houdeshell (Trevor), Camella Eden, Amara Locke, Jemme Eden, Claramae Dorris and Glenna Dorris; her great-grandchildren, Kolsen Houdeshell and two on the way; her sister, Shirley...

Julie Ann Gingerich

Julie Ann Gingerich

Dec 5, 2025

Julie Ann Gingerich, age 55, of Westmoreland, TN, formerly of Illinois, passed away December 5, 2025. 

She is preceded in death by son, Timothy Lynn Gingrich; and Brother, Ernest Lynn Beachy. 

Julie is survived by husband, Eddie Gingerich; Children, Brendan Delbert, Janeen Ann, and Christopher Ernest; Grandchildren, Samantha Gingerich and Quinn Edwards; Parents, Freeman & Bertha Beachy; Parents-in-laws, Adlia & Irene Gingerich. 

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William Benton Green

William Benton Green

Dec 3, 2025

Mr. William B. Green, age 82, of Westmoreland, TN, passed away on December 3, 2025. He was born September 23, 1943 to the late Benton and Annie Ruth Green in Westmoreland, TN

William is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 62 years, Jo Ann Green; his daughter, Carmen (Richie) Pedigo; his grandchildren, Jared Pedigo and Hannah (Seth) Claiborne; and...