Hollice Kenneth Mangrum, 93, of Gallatin, died December 16, 2025.
Graveside Services will be held 3:00 P.M. Friday, December 19th, at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens with Alexander Mangrum officiating.
Visitation will be Friday from 2:00 P.M. to 2:45 P.M. at Hillcrest Funeral Home prior to service.
He was born August 17, 1932, in Bedford County; a retired employee of AT&T; a member of the Church of Christ and a Veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Korean War.
Hollice made the most of his 93 years on earth and lived a rich and full life. After growing up on a farm, Hollice went on to proudly serve in the United States Navy. From there, he enjoyed a career with the telephone company, owned a deli and most
importantly to him, raised a family. Known for his charming smile, kind heart, and adventurous spirit, Hollice was well known and loved.
He has now moved on to the next life where he will reunite with his siblings, as well as his love from this life, Jo Rheta.
He was the son of the late Thomas Porter Mangrum and Flossie Irene Bell Mangrum and the husband of the late Jo Rheta Mangrum. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Brian Dearing.
Hollice is survived by his children, Paul Kenneth Mangrum (Vicki) of Hendersonville, TN., Linda Bradford and Kathie Dearing (Butch) of Shelbyville, TN., Carolyn Hedgepeth (David) of Pensacola, Fla.; eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
Hillcrest Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
