Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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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...
Charles Sebron Jones
Dec 4, 2023
Charles Sebron Jones, age 79 of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, passed away December 4, 2023. Born in Monticello, Florida to the late Lafayette and Pearl Jones, Charlie attended the University of Florida’s College of Pharmacy, where he was a member of the judo club and an enthusiastic Gator sports fan. Following graduation, he worked as a pharmaceutical sales representative...
June Elaine Cashmore
Dec 4, 2023
June Cashmore, born June Burkett on June 9, 1934, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2023. June was born in Waukegan, Illinois. After leaving Waukegan, June lived in southern Florida and eventually Tennessee. Since she was an avid quilter, her family has lots of quilts to keep their fond memories of her alive. She is survived by her 5...
Sue Houser
Dec 4, 2023
Sue Houser, born Sue Ann Slauson July 8, 1936, passed away December 4, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Houser, her brother Peter Slauson and parents Lawrence and Alberta Slauson. Sue was born and raised in San Francisco, California where she loved the temperate weather, ocean views and rolling fog. She was thrilled to have attended...
Paul William Cardel, Sr.
Dec 4, 2023
Paul William Cardel, Sr. age 89 of Franklin, TN passed away December 4, 2023. He was born in Oakdale, PA to the late Peter & Mary Cardillo. Paul received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. He formerly attended Bellevue Community Church, and was currently attending 5 Stones Church...
Eddie Ladd Jackson, Sr.
Dec 3, 2023
After years of courageously living through stage four cancer, Eddie Ladd Jackson, 69, of Franklin, TN, passed away peacefully at home with his beloved wife Carolyn (Humphrey) at his side on December 3, 2023.
Born March 31, 1954, to Sarah and George Jackson, Eddie lived a rambunctious young life in Franklin, TN, with his three siblings Robert,...
Danny Lynn King
Dec 2, 2023
Danny Lynn King, age 62 of Franklin, TN passed away unexpectedly December 2, 2023 at his residence. Danny was the owner and operator of Advantage Towing Service with over 30 years of service. Survived by: son, Chris King; daughters, Cheyenne McCandless and Parksie McCandless; companion, Cheryl Hood; sister, Debbie Roberson; grandchildren, Carson King and Emery McCandless. Funeral services will be...
Pamela Hall Byrd
Dec 1, 2023
Pamela Hall Byrd, age 70 of Franklin, TN went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 1, 2023.
Pam was born in Knoxville, TN on October 11, 1952, daughter of the late Howard & Edna (Buchanan) Hall.
She went to school at Holston High School in Knoxville, TN. She married Larry Byrd on Sept. 7th, 1973 at...
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