Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God.”
Wanda Nell Rodriguez, age 83, of Pleasant View, Tennessee, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026 at her home.
As per Wanda’s wishes, she will be cremated and her memorial service will be at Mallory’s Church, 4330 Thomasville Road, Chapmansboro, Tennessee 37035, on March 7, 2026 at 10:00AM.
Mrs. Wanda’s life journey began on September 13, 1942 in Jackson, Tennessee. As a devoted believer in Christ Jesus, she embodied the values of love, kindness, and compassion. Family time and holidays held a special place in her heart. Mrs. Wanda’s generosity and care for others inspired those around her. She found joy in music and movies, particularly classic country and family dinners. With a passion for cooking, Mrs. Wanda spent over 30 years in the restaurant business, sharing her talents and creating lasting memories for her loved ones. Mrs. Wanda’s legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched.
Mrs. Wanda is preceded in death by her father, James Henry Sullivan, and her mother, Nellie Varnell Trice; sons, Charles D. Hubbard and Roy D. Hubbard; brother, Jerry Sullivan (wife, Beverly); sister, Cora E. Ray (husband, Clyde, Jr.) sister-in-law, Barbara Sullivan; niece, Lori L. Ray.
Survivors include her life partner, Gary L. Jones; daughter, Victoria Hubbard (Gary “Steve” Watts); brothers, Earlis Sullivan (wife, Renae), and Jimmy Sullivan; brother-in-law, Ron Jones; cousin, Michael C. Montoya; grandchildren, Ambermarie Lowe, Christina Baird (Ryan), Erika Colon (Christian), Allison Burgo (Henry), and Matthew Niebuhr; 14 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and many, many extended family members.
AUSTIN & BELL FUNERAL HOME in Pleasant View assisted the family with these arrangements. 6316 Highway 41A, Pleasant View, Tennessee 37146 (615) 746-4433 www.austinandbell.com
