Willodene (Garrett) Puckett, age 76, of Gallatin, TN, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Mt. Helen Cemetery.

Willodene is survived by her:
Loving husband of 56 years, James H. Puckett, Jr
Son, Steven Puckett and wife Yvonne
Daughter, Nicole Cummings and husband Jeremiah
Adored Grandchildren, Abigail Coomer
Emily Puckett
Steven Puckett, Jr.
Taylor Cummings
Hayden Cummings

She is preceded in death by her:
Parents, Rev. James Clay Garrett, Sr. and Lois (Manis) Wachter
Stepparents, Lula V. Garrett and James W. Wachter, Sr.
Brother, J.C. Garrett
Half Brother, Winford P. Oney
Half Sister, Shirley Wachter

Willodene was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 31, 1948, to Rev. James Clay Garrett, Sr. and Lois Manis Wachter.

Willodene was blessed to be loved by many family members, church members and friends.

Willodene was a graduate of Withrow High School in 1967. She married her high school sweetheart James on August 31, 1968, and started their family with Steve in July 1970 and Nicole in 1978. She was a stay at home mother for many years, later working at the Milford Chamber of Commerce, GMAC, and retired from Siemens.

Willodene enjoyed all things historical and loved touring homes, and reading every plaque posted. She collected spoons from each state visited, teapots to display in her kitchen, and owls were scattered throughout her home.

Willodene also loved to read, sci-fi and historical fiction were her favorites. She enjoyed playing solitaire, Mexican train and cards with her friends and grandchildren; she would not let them win.

Most of all, she loved being around the ones she loved, hearing their laughter and cheering them on. If you sat next to her she was lovingly touching you and she had something special with each grandchild. She was and will always be the most loving person in their lives.

Jennings Funeral Homes of Jamestown is in charge of the local services for Willodene (Garrett) Puckett of Gallatin, TN.