Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Ann Tidwell Sullivan
Dec 14, 2023
Velma Ann Tidwell Sullivan
January 30, 1942 — December 14, 2023
Ann Sullivan, 81, of Franklin was called home by her Savior on December 14, 2023. Preceded in death by her parents Melvin Hester and Mabel Flowers Tidwell, she is survived by her faithful and loving husband of 63 years John Wallace Sullivan, son Barry Steven (Paula) of Franklin, daughter...
Jerry Vaughn
Dec 14, 2023
Jerry Vaughn, age 87 of Franklin, TN passed away December 14, 2023. He was born in Dover, Ohio to the late Finis Logan & Ida Vaughn. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He owned and operated the sporting goods store, Sportliner in Franklin, TN for twenty years. Jerry is preceded in death by his brothers, Larry,...
Janice Barclay Hoover
Dec 12, 2023
JANICE BARCLAY HOOVER, age 89, passed away on December 12, 2023. Born in Douglas, GA to Ralph and Idora Barclay in 1934. She is preceded in death by her husband, Martin Winburn Hoover. Survived by her loving children Holly D. Hoover and Martin Hoover; cherished grandchildren, William M. Hoover and Shelby A. McAllister, Matthew Hoover, Justin Hoover and Adam...
Brenda Dale Cox
Dec 12, 2023
BRENDA DALE COX, born to Delmer and Margaret McCoy in Franklin, TN on February 1, 1951. Passed away on December 12, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her parents along with daughter, Bonnie Cox; siblings, Randy McCoy, Shirley Waddey and Margie “Pumpkin” Hendon. She is survived by her beloved children, Barry Cox and...
Linda "Lolly" Cross Locke
Dec 11, 2023
Linda “Lolly” Cross Locke, age 64 of the Burwood Community passed away December 11, 2023. She was born in Montgomery County, TN to the late Gene & Patsy Cross.
Linda was a long time employee of Comdata for over 40 years, where she acquired many titles, but friend and mentor were the most appropriate titles.
She loved her family more...
Michael H Byrd
Dec 11, 2023
Michael H. Byrd, aged 73 of Springfield TN, passed away December 11, 2023. He was born in Franklin, TN to his parents, Shannon Howard Byrd and Earline Byrd. He proudly served 20 years in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee and retired as an SWC. He spent over 25 years in the Life Insurance industry, serving the Franklin and Williamson County communities. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son,...
Victoria Joan Stanfield
Dec 11, 2023
Victoria Joan Stanfield, 82, of Spring Hill Tennessee, died December 11, 2023, three months after the passing of her husband of 62 years. Vicki was born April 25, 1941 in Hibbing, Minnesota to Wanda Tillotson and Sherman Jackson, and raised by Wanda and her second husband, decorated World War II pilot Tom Roberts.
She grew up in and around Montana,...
Esther Mai Ragsdale
Dec 11, 2023
Esther Mai Ragsdale, age 92 of Franklin, TN passed away December 11, 2023. She was born in Maury County, TN to the late Hicks & Annie Mai Slaughter. Esther was a longtime Williamson County resident. She was a member of Fourth Ave. Church of Christ and Forrest Home Church of Christ. Esther is preceded in death by her husband...
Luther Cox, Jr.
Dec 11, 2023
Luther Cox, Jr. age 97 of Franklin, TN passed away December 11, 2023. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Luther Paul Cox and Mary Alice Johnson Cox. Luther was a farmer in Williamson County for most of his working career. He was a member of Thompsons Station Church of Christ. Luther is preceded in death...
Juston "Jug" Dwayne Reed
Dec 10, 2023
Juston "Jug" Dwayne Reed, age 46, of Thompsons Station, passed away on December 10, 2023.
Juston was born in Franklin, Tennessee to Jackie Reed and the late Beverly Faye Bennett. Juston had a beautiful smile and will always be remembered for his sense of humor, contagious laugh, and love for his daughter, Tejay. He also loved to ride his motorcycle...
Thomas Orme
Dec 10, 2023
Thomas Orme, age 75 of Franklin, TN passed away December 10, 2023. He was born in Cincinnati, OH to the late Leonard and Kathryn Orme.
Thomas called Middle Tennessee home since 1999. His career with the Hartford Insurance brought him across the country from Hartford, Connecticut to Dallas, Texas. He retired after 35+ years of service. Thomas loved to be...
James Auburn Whatley
Dec 9, 2023
James Auburn Whatley, affectionately known to friends and enemies alike as "Diamond Jim" passed away on December 9, 2023 at home in Franklin, Tennessee.
Born August 12, 1951 to Auburn and Katherine Whatley in Adrian, MI who predeceased him. Jim excelled in academics, cross country/track and photography in high school and graduated from the University of Michigan Business School.
In...
Kimberly Carroll Johnson
Dec 8, 2023
On Friday, December 8, 2023, Kimberly Carroll Johnson incredible Wife, Mother, LaLa, Mother-in-Law, sister and friend passed away at the age of 59 with her family by her side.
Kimberly was a true warrior. A warrior in her faith and for the ones she loved. A true disciple of God. A mentor and leader to so many with a...
Sally Leigh McCreery Philpot
Dec 8, 2023
Sally Leigh McCreery Philpot left this world December 8, 2023 in the arms of Jesus. Preceded in death by her parents Judge Harry L. McCreery and Eugenia McCreery; brother Harry (Michele) McCreery, Jr.; her precious husband of 51 years O.E. Philpot and her beloved son Michael M. Philpot. She is survived by her daughter Lisa Philpot Watson (Don) of Murfreesboro,...
Brenda Joyce Ragsdale
Dec 7, 2023
Brenda Joyce Rivers Ragsdale, age 77 of Santa Fe, TN passed away December 7, 2023. Joyce was a native of Williamson County and graduate of Franklin High School Class of 1963. She was a faithful member of Theta Baptist Church. She worked at Williamson County Hospital for many years before she and her husband, Danny became owners of Hilltop Market...
Danny Ray Dodd
Dec 7, 2023
Danny Ray Dodd, age 67 of Franklin, TN passed away December 7, 2023. Danny was a native of Williamson County and graduate of Franklin High School. He was the owner and operator of Dodd’s Lawncare where he took special care of his customers who loved him dearly. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and loved the outdoors. Preceded in death...
Elmer Mae White
Dec 7, 2023
ELMER MAE WHITE, age 80, passed away on December 7, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born in Williamson County in 1943 to Robert, Sr. and Robbie Heithcock. She is preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Robert Milton Heithcock, Jr., Charles Heithcock, Edna Heithcock Smithson. She is survived by her loving daughters, Denise Harris and husband Steve and...
Robert Weld Harding
Dec 6, 2023
Robert Weld Harding, age 74 of Franklin, TN passed away peacefully at home on December 6, 2023. Rob was born in New Rochelle, NY in 1949, but spent his formative years in Augusta, GA and considered himself a Georgia boy if anyone asked. Rob attended middle school and high school at Augusta Prep where he played soccer and was...
Nancy Ellen Lewis Lyke
Dec 6, 2023
Nancy Ellen Lewis Lyke, age 64 of Franklin, TN passed away December 6, 2023. She was born in Waterbury, CT to the late Raymond & Martha Lewis. Nancy spent her life caring for others; she lived to help those around her. She was a very creative person who loved all kinds of crafts. She used her creativity to make...
Robert Martin Anderson
Dec 5, 2023
Robert Martin Anderson, age 94, went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2023, in Franklin, Tennessee. Bob, as he was known by his family and friends, was born on April 8, 1929, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was the son of Elmer and Gretta Anderson. He grew up in Seminole, Oklahoma.
Bob served four years in the United States...
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