Christopher Couch

Christopher Couch obituary, Clarksville, TN

Christopher Couch

Upcoming Events

Jan

9

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Gateway Funeral Home & Cremation Center

1875 Highway 48, Clarksville, TN 37040

Send Flowers

Jan

9

Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Greenwood Cemetery

976 Greenwood Ave, Clarksville, TN 37040

Send Flowers

Christopher Couch Obituary

Visit the Gateway Funeral Home & Cremation Services website to view the full obituary.

Christopher Couch, age 59, of Clarksville, passed away December 21, 2025.

Christopher was born July 19, 1966 in Evanston, Illinois to Annie Wharton Couch and the late Herman Couch. He worked for Trane Co. and was the Chicago Bears' biggest fan. He loved to dance and was a huge movie buff.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his mother, Annie Couch of Clarksville, TN
Four brothers: Johnathan Couch (Stephanie); Kenneth Couch (Jerry Collins); Herman Couch, Jr, and Joel Lucas (Carmen Lewallen)
Sister: Gwen Smith and several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Herman Couch, Sr;  brothers, Bryan Couch and Sunny Couch; sisters, Anna Couch and Sonya Slayton; and brother in law, Tim Slayton.

Visitation for Christopher will be on January 9, 2026 at Gateway Funeral Home from 11:00AM until 12:30PM followed by a Graveside Service at Greenwood Cemetery.

View All Photos

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Gateway Funeral Home & Cremation Services

1875 Highway 48, Clarksville, TN 37040

Make a Donation
in Christopher Couch's name

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.

How to support Christopher's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Christopher Couch's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Upcoming Events

Jan

9

Service

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Gateway Funeral Home & Cremation Center

1875 Highway 48, Clarksville, TN 37040

Send Flowers

Jan

9

Graveside service

1:00 p.m.

Greenwood Cemetery

976 Greenwood Ave, Clarksville, TN 37040

Send Flowers

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.