Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Lola Elise Moss Givens
Aug 3, 2025
Lola Elise Moss Givens, age 87 of Franklin, TN passed away August 3, 2025. Preceded in death by husband, Harold E. Givens; parents, Joe Austin and Noy Alberta Oakley Moss; brother, Calvin Perry “Pete” Moss; sisters, Jewell Marie Pedigo and Juanita Davenport. Survived by: son, Ross E. (Kathy) Givens; daughter, Amy Elizabeth Givens; grandchildren, Rachael Anne Givens and Benjamin Ross...
Robert Lowell Walter
Aug 3, 2025
Robert L. Walter died on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Born and raised in Golconda IL on May 1, 1931. After serving in the Air Force, he earned his Bachelor’s from SIU, Carbondale. Elected President of the final graduating class of Cumberland Law University, in Lebanon, TN where he met his wife Judith Burton, they married in 1961 and spent the...
Hattie Louise Tidwell Bates
Jul 29, 2025
Hattie Louise Tidwell Bates, age 84 of Thompson’s Station, TN passed away July 29, 2025. Louise was born in Hickman County, TN to the late George Elmon and Ruby Alline Dedman Tidwell.
Louise married Norman Barry Bates on December 31, 1958 and together they forged a blessed, loving and full life. Louise was the Director of the American Red Cross of...
Terry Edmondson Primm
Jul 29, 2025
Terry Edmondson Primm, age 74 of Brentwood, TN, passed away July 29, 2025. He was born in Franklin, TN to the late William “Bill” Hayden Primm, Jr. & Opal Johnson Primm. Terry was a 1969 graduate of Franklin High School. He later received his bachelor’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University. Terry spent his career in sales, mainly in the...
McMitchen Dean Kirby
Jul 28, 2025
McMitchen “Dean” Kirby, age 88, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on July 28, 2025.
Dean was born in Sparta, Tennessee, to the late William Floyd and Vallie Judd Kirby. A hardworking man with a passion for cars, he was the proud owner and operator of Kirby Texaco for many years. What began as a job quickly became a lifelong hobby—he could...
Wayne Bryant
Jul 28, 2025
Wayne Bryant, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 82 in Nashville, Tennessee. Born on December 16, 1942, in Jacksonville, Florida, Wayne dedicated his life to his career as an industrial machinist and proudly served in the Army, embodying the values of dedication and service.
A passionate traveler, Wayne spent many joyful...
Sadler Creighton Overton
Jul 26, 2025
Sadler Creighton Overton, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, brother-in-law and friend, went to be with the Lord on July 26, 2025. He was born on November 26, 2004, in Nashville, TN, to Randy and Rachel Overton and was brother to Sydney, Sutton, Sadie, Simms and Sully. Sadler graduated from Franklin Christian Academy and went on to pursue his dream...
Gerlene Sullivan Turman
Jul 26, 2025
Mrs. Gerlene S. Turman, age 97 of Primm Springs, TN passed away July 26, 2025. She was a lifelong resident of Williamson County, TN. Born to the late Mosie D. Sullivan & Fannie Walker Sullivan. She worked at Werthan Bag Company as a seamstress in her early years before starting her family. Gerlene was married to the late Vester Turman...
Noah Robert Bateman Cuison
Jul 24, 2025
Noah Robert Bateman Cuison, age 19, passed away at home on July 24, 2025. Noah was born in Maryland on July 13, 2006. He lived life fully with his family and friends in Fort Benning, GA, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Ponte Vedra, FL, and finally in Franklin, TN where he attended Freedom Middle School and Centennial High School. Sealed with...
James Walter Beard, Jr.
Jul 23, 2025
James “Jim” Walter Beard, Jr. age 82 of Arrington, TN passed away July 23, 2025. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late James Walter Beard, Sr. & Elva Tindall Beard. Jim retired from Bellsouth after 30 years of dedicated service. He also served in the Tennessee National Guard. Jim enjoyed working in the hay field as well...
Jonathan David Madera
Jul 23, 2025
Jonathan David Madera, age 44, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. A native of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, he was the son of Bruno Rafael Madera and Elizabeth Gomez. He moved to Franklin in 2005, and it had been his home ever since. He loved spending time outdoors and going roller skating with his children....
Glenda "Tish" Helen McGill
Jul 22, 2025
Glenda “Tish” Helen McGill, age 73, of Antioch, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Tish was born in Kingston on the Thames River, England, to the late Chesteen Ellis and Marion Foster Calvert. She made a beautiful life in Tennessee and was a cherished member of Brentwood Baptist Church – Nolensville Campus. Her faith...
Jennifer Rose Thomas
Jul 21, 2025
Jennifer Rose Thomas (Grammie), born on February 5, 1954, in Norfolk, Virginia, passed away on July 21, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Jennifer was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Jennifer and her husband Dale were in love and married for the last 50 years. She dedicated her life to raising her three boys and made sure that they always had everything...
Amber Nacole Anglin
Jul 21, 2025
Amber Nacole Anglin, born on January 2, 1996, in Nashville, Tennessee, departed this life on July 21, 2025, in her hometown. Throughout her life, Amber radiated warmth and joy, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered.
Amber graduated from Franklin High School, a testament to her dedication and hard work. Her journey was filled with passions that defined her character....
Charles M. Nash
Jul 21, 2025
Charles Maxwell Nash, age 89 of Franklin, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Charles was born in Hickman County on Aug. 15, 1935, son of the late J.K. and Rosa Nash. He was a long-time member of the Franklin Church of Christ, where he served as Deacon and Elder for many years.
He is preceded in...
Matthew Joel McDonald
Jul 20, 2025
Matthew Joel McDonald, a cherished son, brother, and friend, passed away at home on July 20, 2025, in Nashville, TN.
Born on April 21, 1980, in Reno, Nevada, Matthew was the son of Peter and Renee McDonald and the beloved brother of Sarah McDonald, PJ (Lauren) McDonald, and Deborah McDonald. He was also a devoted uncle to Mercy, Daniel, Cyrus, and...
Susan Muniz
Jul 20, 2025
Susan Eller Muniz, age 78, passed away July 20, 2025, at her home in Franklin, Tennessee.
Born on January 28, 1947, in Nashville, Tennessee, Susan was the daughter of the late Vernon and Inez Eller. She graduated from White County High School and continued her education at Tennessee Tech, earning a degree in education.
As a devoted teacher for Metro Nashville Schools...
Jane King Sawyer
Jul 20, 2025
Jane King Sawyer (89) passed away peacefully at her beloved family farm on Sunday, July 20, 2025. Jane entered the world on February 24, 1936, in Franklin, TN. From that moment forward, she led a compassionate life, always prioritizing others' needs over her own.
Jane married Charlie Sawyer in 1954. The two shared a lifetime of love and adventure before he...
Helen Lorene Cornelius
Jul 18, 2025
Born in Hannibal, MO, on December 6, 1941, to Joseph Clifton Johnson and LuElsie Elizabeth Johnson, Helen Lorene Cornelius went to be with her heavenly father on July 18, 2025.
Helen grew up in the country, in a small town outside of Monroe City, MO as the second youngest of eight children. It was the simple joys of country life that...
James Lee Peach Sr.
Jul 18, 2025
James Lee Peach, Sr., age 79, passed away peacefully with his children by his side. Born in Cookeville, TN to the late Felix Newton Peach and Martha Lillian Coulson Peach. A lifelong resident of Brentwood, he was a member of one of Williamson County’s pioneer families and held a deep appreciation for the community he called home.
Jim had a deep...
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