Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Sheila Ivery Blackwood
Dec 17, 2024
Sheila Ivery Blackwood, a devoted nursing assistant and beloved family member, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, at Maury Regional Hospital. She was born on July 7, 1959, in Franklin, TN, where she spent her formative years and built her life.
For many years, Sheila dedicated her career to caring for others as a nursing assistant in several nursing homes...
James Vernon Shell
Dec 16, 2024
James Vernon Shell, age 91 of Franklin, TN passed away December 16, 2024. He was born to the late J.C. and Pearl Crawford Shell into a family of six children. He graduated from Glynn Academy in Brunswick, GA in 1951 where he played football and baseball and was an Eagle Scout. Later, he served in the Navy during the Korean...
George Mason Beasley, Jr.
Dec 15, 2024
George Mason Beasley, Jr., 80, of Bradenton, FL, passed away on December 15, 2024, in Franklin, TN.
George was born in Logansport, IN to George Mason Beasley, Sr. and Mary Williamson on March 28, 1944. He attended Manatee High School in Brandenton, FL (class of 1962) and then graduated from University of South Florida in 1975, where he studied advertising and...
James Lynn Jackson
Dec 15, 2024
James “Jim” Lynn Jackson, age 82, of Franklin, TN, passed away on December 15, 2024. He was born in San Diego, California, to the late Alden and Melba Jackson.
Jim graduated from McCallum High School in Austin, TX. After high school, he graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in science and obtained his master’s and PhD in physical...
David Russell Lewis
Dec 13, 2024
David Russell Lewis, 84, of Franklin, passed away on December 13th, 2024. David was born in upstate New York to Russell and Helen Lewis on October 7th, 1940. He attended Hermes High School and later continued his education in the United States Military. David worked in the technical field at IBM for many years until his retirement.
Dave was a decorated...
Martha Rhea Nelson Ring
Dec 13, 2024
Martha Rhea Nelson Ring, age 84 of Brentwood, TN passed away December 13, 2024. Martha was a homemaker and a member of Brenthaven Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Martha was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Franklin Chapter No. 449. Preceded in death by husband, William Travis Ring. Survived by: son, Scott (Joanne) Ring; daughter, Karen (Paul Jr.) Pratt;...
Betty Pearl Griggs
Dec 13, 2024
Betty Pearl Griggs, age 85 of Franklin, TN passed away December 13, 2024 at her home. She was a lifelong Williamson County resident where she spent her time as a farmer and homemaker. She is preceded in death by her parents, William & Josie Griggs; sisters, Maggie Griggs and Gracie Griggs; brothers, Gene Griggs, Glenn Griggs and Harold Griggs. Betty...
Elizabeth Ann Combiths
Dec 12, 2024
Elizabeth Ann Loess Combiths, age 80, passed away on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Born in Oak Park, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Russell Loess and the late Bernice Hendricks Loess. She was a faithful member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed volunteering in church ministries. She had a great love...
Maxine K. Turney
Dec 11, 2024
Maxine K. Turney went to be with the Lord on December 11, 2024, at the age of 78.
Maxine was born in Akron, OH to the late Irwin & Eleanor Knopp.
Maxine retired from Vanderbilt University Medical Center with 30 years of dedicated service as a Medical Technologist in Endocrinology. She was very dedicated to her family, and was lovingly known as...
Barbara Ann Byrd Jenkins
Dec 10, 2024
Barbara Ann Byrd Jenkins, born on December 6, 1949, in Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in her beloved hometown, surrounded by the warmth of her family. She was a cherished member of her community and leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication, most notably as an original member of the Seaweed Sisters. She is also...
James Michael "Mike" Pewitt
Dec 10, 2024
James Michael (Mike) Pewitt, age 72 of the Rally Hill Community passed away December 10, 2024. Mike was a native of Williamson County, TN and a 1970 graduate of Franklin High School. Mike adored his family. His humor and kind spirit will be missed. Preceded in death by parents, Robert Lee and Catherine Alene Ryan Pewitt. Survived by: wife of...
Larysa Ann Hamilton Jackson
Dec 8, 2024
In Loving Memory of Larysa A. Jackson (Hamilton)
October 21, 1984 – December 8, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we gather to celebrate the life of Larysa A. Jackson, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend. Born October 21, 1984, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Wendell Hamilton Sr. and Sharon Hamilton, Larysa was a bright light whose vibrant spirit...
Charles Robert "Bobby" Vaughn
Dec 7, 2024
Charles Robert Vaughn (Bobby), of Smyrna, TN, went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2024, at the age of 81.
Born on July 6, 1943 in Franklin, TN, to Alex G. and Avalyn Marlin Vaughn, Bobby was blessed to grow up in a large and loving family as one of eleven children. Bobby graduated from Franklin High School in...
Shirley Ann Palmiter
Dec 4, 2024
In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Palmiter, July 24, 1932 - December 4, 2024. With gratitude for a life well lived and love deeply shared, we celebrate the life of Shirley Ann Palmiter; a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Shirley peacefully passed from this world surrounded by the love of her family. Born on July 24, 1932, in...
Sam Wallace "Sammy" Harper
Dec 3, 2024
Sam Wallace “Sammy” Harper, Jr. age 58 of Franklin, TN passed away December 3, 2024. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Sam Harper, Sr. and Mary Lucille Watkins Harper. He enjoyed motorcycles and farming. He loved to cook, and he loved his many friends and family. Sammy is survived by his God Son, James Schmidt; sisters,...
Tab Steven Taylor
Dec 3, 2024
Tab Steven Taylor, age 69 of Nashville, TN passed away December 3, 2024. He was born in Tampa, Florida to the late Richard & Katherine Taylor. Tab received his bachelor’s degree in business from Trevecca Nazarene University. He was a faithful member of St. Ignatius Antiochian Orthodox Church. He served as a sponsor for AA, and was celebrating 28 years...
Claude Richard Hillenbrand
Dec 3, 2024
Claude Richard Hillenbrand, age 101 of Spring Hill, TN went to be with his Lord and Savior December 3, 2024. He was born in Vincennes, Indiana to the late John Anthony and Mary Viola Davis Hillenbrand. Claude was a decorated veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air...
Crystal M. Morgan
Dec 2, 2024
Crystal M. Morgan, beloved mother of Sharon Horn, passed away on Sunday, December 2, 2024. She was a cherished member of her community and will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Crystal was a woman of many talents and passions. In the late 1950s, she and her husband, Charles, started a small 50-head Registered Jersey Cow dairy farm. They...
William Allen Poteete
Dec 1, 2024
William Allen Poteete, a cherished member of the Burwood community, passed away on December 1, 2024 at the age of 73. He was born on October 26, 1951, in Nashville TN, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family and career.
Allen pursued an education that led to an Associate’s degree, which laid the foundation for a 35 year...
Christie Ann McDonald
Nov 30, 2024
Christie Ann McDonald, born on April 10, 1962, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded family on November 30, 2024. A devoted homemaker, Christie exemplified love and warmth throughout her life, creating a nurturing environment for her family and friends.
Christie had a vibrant personality that shone through in her many passions. She was a devoted fan of...
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