Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Chuck Henry Girard
Aug 11, 2025
Chuck Girard, singer, songwriter, recording artist, worship leader, and one of the founding pioneers of Contemporary Christian Music, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, after a battle with stage 4 cancer. He was 81 and was surrounded by family at the time of his passing.
Born in Los Angeles on August 27, 1943, Girard was raised in California began his music...
Rodger Chriesman Cotton
Aug 8, 2025
Rodger Chriesman Cotton, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away at the age of 98 in Franklin, Tennessee, on August 8, 2025. Born on July 20, 1927, in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the beloved son of Walter Patton Cotton and Kathryn Hatcher Cotton.
Rodger's life was characterized by his dedication to both his family and his work. He spent...
Shannon Ann Overby
Aug 8, 2025
Shannon Ann Overby, born May 19, 1954, in San Antonio, Texas, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee, at the age of 71. A devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and best friend, Shannon’s warmth and unwavering spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
As a dedicated Registered Nurse, Shannon lovingly cared for countless patients throughout her distinguished...
Martin Lee Stillings
Aug 4, 2025
Martin Lee Stillings, of Hot Spring, AR and Franklin, TN, passed into Heaven on Monday, August 4th, 2025, in Franklin after a long illness. Martin was pre-deceased by his parents, Francis A. Stillings and Kathryn V. Stillings, and his wife of 67 years, Barbara Ann Stillings. Surviving are sons Paul Stillings of Monroe, LA, Tim (Melissa) Stillings of Franklin, TN,...
Gabriela Elisa Tinoco Sanchez
Aug 4, 2025
Gabriela Elisa Tinoco Sanchez, age 47 of Spring Hill, TN passed away August 4, 2025. She was born in Mexico City, Mexico. She received her master’s degree from the Instituto Tecnologico de Monterey, Gabriela worked as Financial Services Coordinator with St. Philip Catholic Church.
Throughout her life, Gabriela was a devoted servant of God, finding her greatest joy in faith and...
Lois H. Becker
Aug 3, 2025
Lois H. Becker, age 97, lovingly known to her grandchildren as “Grammy”, of Franklin, TN, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on August 3, 2025 with family by her side. She also formerly resided in Dorseyville, PA and Port St. Lucie, FL.
Lois was born on April 30, 1928 in Pittsburgh, PA to Harry and Hilda Kleinfelder. In addition to...
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 "Bob" Lowell Walter
Aug 3, 2025
Robert “Bob” L. Walter died on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Born on May 1, 1931 in Brownfield, IL. After serving in the Air Force, he earned his Bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University. He graduated from Cumberland Law School in Lebanon, TN where he was President of his class. It was there that he met Judith, his wife of 64...
James "Jim" Spencer Buford
Aug 1, 2025
James (Jim) Spencer Buford, age 97 of Franklin, TN passed away August 1, 2025. He was born in Bells, TN to the late Kermit and Hester Pearson Buford.
Jim was a retired Master Gunnery Sergeant with the United States Marine Corp, and served during World War II, Korea and Vietnam. While serving in the military, Jim lived in Southern, CA and...
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...
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