Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center

11/11/2025

William G. Hanks

William Glover Hanks, (AKA Handsome Hanks), of Gallatin, Tennessee is filing his last change of address and as of November 6, 2025, dwells in the mansion prepared for him by his Heavenly Father. He now lives in true ecstasy praising and worshiping his Holy Father along with the family members and friends who went before him.

He began his earthly life on September 23, 1934, in the loving arms of his parents, Lewis Conrad Hanks and Mary Louise King Hanks in Talladega Alabama. Both of whom greeted him when he entered his final home.

While on this earth he moved numerous times. He graduated from Etowah High School. He attended Auburn University for 2 years but had to leave and move to Griffin Georgia to help care for his mother. He was recruited by a company called W T Grants to be trained as a store manager. While in Griffin he met and married the woman of his dreams: Claudia Earle Cooper on July 3, 1955. His job required frequent moves, but he loved the challenges it presented, and he was very good at his job.

He also developed many lifelong friendships between other Grants families and families in the different locations he loved. In December of 1956 they were blessed with a baby girl, Pamela Sue, then in September 1959 Cheryl Ann was added to the family. He had 2 remote controls before they were invented. He simply yelled out Pam or Cheryl and what channel to turn the TV to. Thankfully there were only 3 or 4 channels back then.

Aside from his job, Bill had several hobbies he enjoyed. One was fishing and he loved camping with his family. Bill loved his job, but in 1975 Grants went bankrupt and Bill, Claudia and Cheryl moved back to Hendersonville Tennessee. Pam had just married Jack William Stackhouse, who was enlisted in the Air Force and stationed in California. Bill had to start a new career, so he and some other Grants friends started reselling the fixtures out of stores that were going out of business.

In 1977 Cheryl graduated from Volunteer State and his grandson Brian Scott Stackhouse was born and in 1980 David William Stackhouse was born. During these years he bought an RV, and he and Claudia spent their free time camping. In the mid-90s he struck out on his own and built a warehouse in Smyrna Tennessee for fixtures he was selling. In 2004 David married Heather Blanke and in 2005 Brian married Cristen Head. In 2013 he decided to retire and sold his warehouse. In 2016 he found out he was qualified to join the Son’s of the American Revolution.

In 2022 he became a great grandfather to Hanna Grace Stackhouse. Bill is also survived by his brother, George Hanks, (Vastie Alford – deceased) his niece and nephew Terry Hankds Snider (Billy) and Chuck Hanks (Robin), his brother in-law Wilson Cooper (Elaine), nieces Patricia Holloway Vermeer (Jeffery) and Delaine (Lanie) Holloway, (Debra, deceased) children of sister in-law Betty Cooper Holloway (deceased) and Rufus Holloway (deceased).

A visitation will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 4pm-8pm at Hendersonville Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 12pm in the Chapel at the funeral home with visitation beginning at 10am.

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11/10/2025

11/10/2025

Tarrel Austin

Tarrel De Austin, age 67, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025 at his home of 5 years in Hartsville, Tennessee.

Tarrel was born August 29, 1958 in Burlington, Colorado.

As a singer songwriter and music publisher, he also worked at the Bell Cove in Hendersonville for 30+ years.

Tarrel’s fondest memories were growing up at the farm in Illinois,and jumping for Joy at the Bell Cove in Hendersonville as he had a special talent and ear for good music and great musicians.

Tarrel is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 5 ½ years, Cherie (65) of Hartsville, Tennessee.

Tarrel is also survived by his sons, Preston (43) and Kreighton (42) both of Arizona; his 1 granddaughter and his 2 grandsons; his stepdaughters, Tanara (46), Tarina (36), and Talia (33) all of Illinois; his 3 step granddaughters and 4 step grandsons; his half sister, Kimberly (Bo) of Arizona; his half brother, Chris (59) of Arkansas; his sister, Jitona (70) of Colorado; his mother, Juanita (87) of Illinois; his stepmother Ruby of Illinois; and his close friends, Hawk, Jan and Gloria of Tennessee; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Tarrel was preceded in death by his father, Kreighton of Colorado; his brother, Kreighton of Oklahoma; his half brother, Keenan of Arizona; his grandparents, Bill and Florence (T***s) Johnson of Illinois; and stepfather, Charles (Buck) Sullens of Illinois

A memorial celebration of life will be posted at a later date.

Extra special Thank You for all the cards, letters, thoughts, memories, kind words, and prayers.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Lung Association.

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11/09/2025

Mark Smith

Mark Patrick Smith, age 59, passed peacefully into eternal rest. Mark was born on June 3, 1966, in Augusta, Georgia, to Patrick and Patricia (Ross) Smith. Mark was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother.

He was a man of faith, great generosity, and steadfast love for his family. He had a brilliant mind, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a heart for helping others. Mark had a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cincinnati and worked in his field for over a decade. Then, inspired by a pilgrimage to Medjugorje, Mark founded Gifts Catholic, a company dedicated to supporting the Church and helping others grow closer to God. For more than 20 years, his work served and continues to serve both as a livelihood for his family and as a ministry to the Catholic community. Mark loved traveling, especially to Italy, and enjoyed music, business, a good meal, and time spent with loved ones. Mark was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church and a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick and Patricia Smith. Mark is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years, Lisa Smith; their children Taylor (William) Goodman, Jordan (Dante) Pichietti, Riley Smith, Landon Smith, and Calvin Smith; his cherished grandchildren Margot Goodman and Francesco Mark Pichietti; his sister Yvonne (Tom) Goodwin and brother Steve (Dodi) Smith; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved him dearly.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, from 4:00–7:30 p.m. at Hendersonville Funeral Home, with the Rosary recited at 7:30 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee, on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Burial will follow at Hendersonville Memory Gardens.

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11/06/2025

Our 2026 Calendars have arrived stop by and pick up one today.

11/06/2025

The 2025 Beaver Moon was a supermoon that reached its peak illumination on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 8:19 a.m. EST. It was the brightest and closest supermoon of the year, and was visible on the evenings of November 4 and 5. This full moon is named for beavers becoming particularly active in building their winter dams at this time. Beautiful photo taken by the cemetery grounds crew

11/06/2025

Fall Colors All Around
What a beautiful day the Lord has made.

11/06/2025

Beautiful Fall Morning

11/06/2025

Hendersonville Chamber Luncheon
Great Time

11/05/2025

Jess Walter Huckaby Jr.

Jess Walter Huckaby Jr., affectionately known as Papaw, passed away on October 28, 2025, at the age of eighty. He was born on May 25, 1945, in Memphis, Tennessee. Jess is a proud graduate of Hernando High School and earned an associate's degree at Memphis State University.

Jess had a fulfilling career as an airfreight coordinator for FedEx for forty years, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. He touched many lives with his generous, social, and kind personality. Jess was not only an intelligent and loyal gentleman but also had a great sense of humor that always brought a smile to those around him.

He had many personal hobbies but always dedicated time to his family and friends. He brought his creativity to life by organizing reunions for his graduating class over the years. Jess also enjoyed sharing his musical talent as a drummer and vocalist in a band, bringing joy and connection to those around him.

At home, Jess embraced the simple joys in landscaping, studying history, working on puzzle books, reading, dancing, and singing. Throughout his life, he also loved being able to travel with his family. When his grandsons reached a certain age, Jess planned a special trip to Walt Disney World for each of them that made unforgettable memories they will cherish forever.

Jess is preceded in death by his parents, Jess Walter Huckaby, Sr. and Lillian Mae Huckaby.

He is survived by his loving wife of thirty-seven years, Carol Ann Huckaby; his daughter, Lisa (Randy) Exum; brother, James “Jimmy” Huckaby; grandchildren, Matthew (Shelly) Exum, Jacob (Rafaella) Exum, and Caleb (Jaymie) Exum; and great-grandchildren, Zoey Exum, Lainey Exum, Tino Exum, Juliana Exum, Tony Exum, and Everly Exum.

A Celebration of Life service will be held in his honor on November 15, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Hendersonville Memory Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center, located at 353 E Main St, Hendersonville, TN 37075.

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11/05/2025

Sheila Vance

Sheila Janelle Vance, lovingly known as “Grammy” and “Tooker,” went home to be with the Lord on November 4, 2025. Sheila was born on August 29, 1948 to the late Richard Vance and Kathryn Hughes Vance. Sheila was also preceded in death by her sister, Mary Jon Vance.

Sheila is survived by her children, Jennifer Barnes (Randy Cahn) and Jonathan Barnes (Nikki); her grandchildren, Haley Barnes (Eva Barnes), Taylor Gouty, Monica Zepeda, Jared Swan, Jonathan Barnes Jr., and Jessica Barnes; her siblings, Lisa Kathleen Taber (Jesse Taber), Cynthia Lee (Damian Lee), Julie Vance (Michael Arboit), and Kelley Vance; her nephews, Jason Taber (Melody Taber), Chris Cox, Xavier Lee, Dexter Vance-Arboit; and her nieces, Sarah Berry and Kate Picard.

Sheila’s life was filled with faith, love, laughter, and the joy of caring for others.

A proud graduate of the University of Washington, Sheila carried her love of learning throughout her life. Her greatest passion, however, was found in the simple and meaningful moments spent with family. She adored reading the Bible, playing with her grandchildren, and nurturing everyone fortunate enough to be in her care.

Family was the heart of Sheila’s world. Whether she was gathered around the table talking, playing games, watching movies, or simply sharing laughter, Sheila brought warmth and joy to every occasion. Sheila was an amazing cook whose recipes and traditions have been lovingly passed down to her children and grandchildren, keeping her spirit alive in every dish and celebration.

Sheila especially loved the holidays, a time she saw as both a celebration of family and of Jesus. Her faith was her foundation, and she lived each day with kindness, generosity, and gratitude for God’s blessings.

Sheila’s legacy of faith, love, and laughter will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered by her family, friends, and all who were touched by her gentle spirit.

Visitation for Sheila will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 1-2 pm at Hendersonville Funeral Home (353 E. Main Street, Hendersonville, TN 37075). The funeral service will be held at 2 pm at the same location with burial to follow in the Hendersonville Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Berean Call.

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