Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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William "Bill/WJ" Jarnigan Blackburn
Apr 24, 2025
William (Bill/WJ) Jarnigan Blackburn
Born June 7, 1935 in Jefferson City, TN
Passed April 24, 2025 in Nashville, TN
Bill Blackburn, a man of incredible integrity and generosity, passed away on April 24, 2025 at the age of 89 years old. In his final hours, Bill was surrounded by his loving family. Bill was an incredibly selfless man who was devoted to helping...
William Jarand (Bill) Coyne
Jan 25, 2025
William Jarand (Bill) Coyne, 81 years old of Brentwood, Tennessee passed away peacefully into God’s care on January 25, 2025, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. His wife Cathy was by his side. He also had been surrounded by his loving family all week.
William was born on December 2, 1943, in Jacksonville, Florida to his mother Mildred Jarand Coyne, father...
Nancy Louise Crawford Ivey
May 17, 2025
Nancy Louise Crawford Ivey, age 84 of Franklin, TN passed away May 17, 2025. She was born in the Little Texas Community in Peytonsville, TN to the late James & Lona Crawford. She is preceded in death by her husband, Orville Wayne “Sonny” Ivey; brothers, Sammie Crawford and Willie Joe Crawford; sister, Sue Ivey. Louise is survived by her son,...
Sybil Marie Chessor
May 16, 2025
Sybil Marie Chessor, beloved matriarch and dedicated business owner, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 5, 1938, in Dennis, Mississippi, Sybil lived a life marked by hard work, generosity, and an unwavering commitment to her loved ones and community.
As the owner of Chessor Warehouse and Drayage Trucking Company,...
Noel Limouze Goodale
May 13, 2025
Noel Limouze Goodale was born on December 29, 1944, the son of Ennett James Goodale, Jr. and Violet Limouze Goodale. He grew up in Mineola, Long Island, alongside his brother, Peter Goodale, who later married Virginia Castle.
Noel graduated from Mineola High School in 1962 and went on to earn both his B.S. and M.S. in Business Administration from C.W. Post...
Joseph "Joey" Christian Eaker
May 11, 2025
Joseph (Joey) Christian Eaker, born July 13, 1991, in Geneseo, IL, died May 11, 2025, in Nashville, TN, at the age of 33, after a long battle with chronic illness (stupid pancreas!).
Joey was so easy to love, and everyone who knew him did. His humor struck the perfect balance of wit and sarcasm, keeping everyone around him laughing. Many were...
Catherine Lynne Tomczak
May 9, 2025
Catherine Lynne Tomczak, age 60, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on May 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 25, 1964, in Richmond, Indiana to James Joseph and Peggy Lynne Cowden Cunningham.
A proud graduate of Indiana University, Class of 1986, and a cherished member of Kappa Delta, Cathy carried her Hoosier pride and sisterhood...
Susan Irene Bruce
May 7, 2025
Susan “Susie” Irene Beard Bruce, age 80, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at her residence. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late James Marvin “Bill” Beard and the late Minnie Louise Tomlin Beard. She retired from Apcom after 30 years of service. She loved animals, especially her dog “Elvis”. She enjoyed gospel...
Victor Charles Elkins
May 6, 2025
Victor Charles Elkins, born September 7, 1979, in Elizabeth City, NC and died May 6, 2025, in Franklin, TN. He was 45 and his life ended too soon.
From a young age, Victor was drawn to computers and technology. His fascination with how things worked sparked a lifelong passion for learning, building, and creating. After graduating from Franklin High School in...
James Max Doyle
May 6, 2025
James Max Doyle, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the Kempton of Hermitage. A native of Bolivar, Tennessee, he was the son of the late James Tate Doyle and the late Mary Louella Irvin Doyle. He was a veteran serving in the United States Air Force, with his entire military time spent in Germany. He spent...
William Robert Oglesby
May 5, 2025
It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of William “Bill” Robert Oglesby, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend who left us peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025, at the age of 79.
Bill was born in Knoxville, TN on June 23, 1945, the son of Jacob Irvin Oglesby and Edith Louise Oglesby. He grew up in Knoxville attending...
Thomas Edward "Ed" McDonnell
May 5, 2025
Thomas Edward “Ed” McDonnell, 77, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025.
Ed was born on October 29, 1947, in Fort Benning, Georgia, to Alma Gunn McDonnell and Colonel Patrick James McDonnell. He served his country with distinction as a Specialist in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was assigned to the Army Security...
Betty Faye Stafford
May 5, 2025
Betty Faye Stafford, a beloved member of the Franklin community, passed away on May 5, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on March 21, 1946, in Franklin, Tennessee, Faye was a lifelong resident who made an indelible impact on the lives of those around her.
Faye retired after several years of dedicated service with Jack Henry & Associates. However, her...
Pasquale Michael Venturini
May 3, 2025
Pasquale Michael Venturini, age 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Born on September 4, 1948, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, he was the beloved son of the late Pasquale and Mary Pellicci Venturini.
From a young age, Michael’s life was marked by a deep passion for music. He began studying classical violin at the age of four, eventually...
Marcella Ann Baker
May 3, 2025
Marcella Ann Baker, born November 15, 1948, in Springfield, TN, died at age 76 on May 3, 2025, in Franklin, TN.
She was the daughter of the late Hugo Dowlen Watts and Minnie Sue Watts. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Garry Houston Belt, and niece, Wendy Lynn Ramsay. She is survived by her loving daughter, Tricia Baker Hosford...
Jane McGee Frost
May 1, 2025
Jane McGee Frost, age 77 of the Peytonsville Community, Franklin, TN passed away May 1, 2025. Jane was a native of Williamson County, TN and graduate of Franklin High School. She loved all types of sports and played various sports. She loved bowling with friends and traveling, especially to the mountains to enjoy God’s creations. Jane was an avid fisherman....
Stephen Trent Conrad
Apr 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stephen Trent Conrad on April 29, 2025, at the age of fifty-three. A native of North Carolina, Trent was born in Monroe, spent his childhood in Durham, and graduated from Broughton High School in Raleigh. He attended the University of North Texas in Denton, where he received a Bachelor...
Stephen Eugene Scott
Apr 28, 2025
Stephen Eugene “Speedy” Scott, age 63, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 29, 2025. Born on December 31, 1961, he was the beloved son of Helen Marie Scott and the late Willie Eugene Scott.
Stephen was a member of Franklin Community of Faith Church of The Nazarene. During his time at Middle Tennessee State University, he...
Timothy Douglas Deming
Apr 27, 2025
Timothy Douglas Deming, 56, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 27, 2025, in Franklin, TN.
A loving husband, father, and faithful servant, Tim lived a life devoted to honoring God, guided by his favorite Scripture, Psalm 112. He earned a theology degree from Columbia International University and a master’s in music from Arizona State...
Eileen Marie LaGala
Apr 26, 2025
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Eileen Marie LaGala. Born November 3, 1955, in Queens New York. Eileen was the only girl of five children of Joe and Joan DeSefano, she and four brothers; Fred, Joe, Tom, and Steve.
She graced this world with warmth, kindness, and a gentle...
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