Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Mrs. Joyce Jarratt
Nov 3, 2013
JARRATT, Joyce B. age 79, passed away suddenly on November 3, 2013. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Wallace; daughters Bridget Vernon and Beverly Brandenburg; honorary granddaughter Shelby Herlong; one sister, two sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Annie Beard; her cherished sons-in-law, Michael Vernon and James...
Mr. Charles Veach
Nov 3, 2013
VEACH, Mr. Charles Edward, age 82 of Nashville, TN, formerly of Franklin, TN, November 3, 2013. Survived by brother, Wayne Veach; sisters, Margaret Cullen & Lou Ella Veach and several nieces & nephews. Funeral services will be conducted 1:00PM Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, Walter E. Gragg officiating. Interment, Hudgins Cemetery. Family & Friends will serve...
Lois Keys
Nov 2, 2013
KEYS, Mrs. Lois Marie, age 84 of Franklin, TN. November 2, 2013. She was a member of Liberty Lincoln Church of Christ in Fairview, TN. Preceded in death by husband, James William Keys; parents, Jack & Rosa Luckett; brother, Edison Luckett and sister, Lettie Warf. Survived by daughter, Sheila (Dale) Cather; grandchildren, Kristin Cather & Kimberly (Clayton) Williams; great grandchildren,...
Mrs. Emma Birdwell
Oct 31, 2013
BIRDWELL, Mrs. Emma "Lou" age 81 of Franklin, TN, October 31, 2013. Member of Oak Valley Baptist Church. Preceded in death by son, Robert Birdwell, Jr. Survived by husband of 56 years, Robert "Bob" Birdwell, Sr. and daughter, Beverly (Bill) Starnes. Graveside Services will be held 1:30PM Sunday, November 3, 2013 at Williamson Memorial Gardens, Dr. Jerry Winfield officiating. Visitation...

Michelle Taylor
Oct 31, 2013
TAYLOR, Ms. Michelle Borgman, age 42 of Franklin, TN, October 31, 2013. Graduate of Page High School and attended Middle Tennessee State University. Loving mother & daughter with a caring and kind spirit. She was loved by all that knew her. Preceded in death by son, John Austin Taylor, grandparents, Frances Giles, Alfred & Vincie Borgman. Survived by: parents, Clifford...
Mrs. Mary Thigpen
Oct 31, 2013
THIGPEN, Mrs. Mary Vernaciel, age 88 of Lawrenceburg passed away at her granddaughters home in Chattanooga, TN on October 31, 2013. She was a loving and caring woman that never had anything negative to say. She is preceded in death by her husband, Reeder Thigpen and son, Clifton Thigpen. She is survived by her sons, Don Thigpen of Franklin, TN...

Mr. Roger Moore
Oct 30, 2013
MOORE, Mr. Roger Dale, age 68 of Monterey, TN, October 30, 2013. Known for being a professional sign painter for many years. Preceded in death by wife, Barbara Sue Moore & brother, James Ernest Moore, Jr. Survived by: sons, Scott Moore & John Crawford; daughters, Teressa Owen & Maria Denise; brothers, Clarence Moore & Rick Moore; grandchildren, Brandon Dennis, Jody...
Mr. Wayne Moon
Oct 29, 2013
MOON, Mr. Wayne George, age 71 of Franklin, TN, October 29, 2013. Retired after 20 years as a financial advisor for Edward Jones. Preceded in death by parents, Warren & Betty Moon; son, Kenneth Wayne Moon. Survived by wife, Sharon K. Moon; sons, Robert (Marilyn) Moon & Donald (Kelly) Eaton; daughters, Debra (Dan) Moon, Wendy Moon & Sherri (Craig) McElhaney;...

Mrs. Charlotte Elkin
Oct 29, 2013
Service Information
Saturday, November 2nd, 2013 1:00pm, Williamson Memorial Gardens
Interment Details
Williamson Memorial Gardens
Mrs. Carolyn Williams
Oct 28, 2013
Mrs. Carolyn Stephens Williams, age 97 of Franklin, TN. Retired from Apcom, Inc. and a long time member of Fourth Avenue Church of Christ. Preceded in death by husband, Robert L. "Pop" Williams, sons, Bobby, James and Dorris Williams. Survived by: sons, Jack (Lisbeth) Williams & Billy (Linda) Williams, daughter in law, Ann, Bettie and Marilyn Williams; fifteen grandchildren and...
Miss Laurie Poole
Oct 28, 2013
POOLE, Laurie Patricia, age 58 of Nashville, TN, suddenly on October 28. Her passion for art and its creation was a hallmark of her life and permeated all she did. Ms. Poole served as head of the art department at Nashville School of the Arts where she had a profound influence on her students and sponsored the National Art Honor...
Mr. Kenneth Zehner
Oct 27, 2013
ZEHNER, Mr. Kenneth Willard, age 72 of Franklin, TN formerly of Tamaqua, PA October 27, 2013. Born in Palmerton, PA. Graduated from Penn State with a degree in Accounting. Retired USNR Captain; retired as a controller from Masonite International Paper after 35 years and also retired from Resort Quest-Gaylord Entertainment; member of the People's Church; his passions were playing cards...
Mr. Richard Rohmann
Oct 26, 2013
Mr. Richard J. Rohmann, age 85 of Franklin, TN, October 26, 2013. Retired U.S. Air Force after 23 years of service. Retired as an Insurance Investigator with the Department of Commerce and Insurance with the State of Tennessee. He was dedicated to God, his family, country and friends. He had a kind spirit filled with trust, love and devotion to...

Miss Paula Stephens
Oct 25, 2013
Ms. Paula Jan Stephens, age 47 of Murfreesboro, TN, October 25, 2013. Survived by: father, Bobby H. (Midge) Stephens; mother, Peggy Sue Corley; son, Michael Marlin, brothers, Mark & Darren Stephens. Graveside services will be conducted 2:30 PM Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be 12:00 Noon until 2:00...
Lester Deal
Oct 25, 2013
DEAL, Mr. Lester Owen, age 76 of Franklin, TN, October 25, 2013. Loved clogging, gardening, woodworking and making people laugh. Preceded in death by parents, Glen Lester & Ida Stinson Deal; wife, Charlene Daugherty Deal; son, Richard Deal; sister, Edna Beard. Survived by daughter, Lydia D. Boyd; sons, James E. (Susan) Deal & Robert (Sandra) Deal; grandchildren, Chris Boyd, Julie...

Mrs. Carolyn Bradley
Oct 25, 2013
Visitation Details
Monday, October 28th, 2013 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Williamson Memorial Funeral Home
Service InformationMonday, October 28th, 2013 7:00pm, Williamson Memorial Funeral Home
Mr. Edwin Bodor
Oct 23, 2013
Bodor, Edwin Alexander "Bill" age 91, Franklin, TN, October 23, 2013. Born on June 15, 1922 in Glendale, CA., Bill was the son of Alfred and Ada Maude (Fife) Bodor. He is survived by son Bruce Bodor of Franklin, TN, and daughters Melody Brock of Ft Mill, SC, and Rebecca Bodor of Charlottesville, VA; grandchildren, Nick, Luke and Julianna Bodor,...
Mrs. Gertrude Fox
Oct 22, 2013
FOX, Mrs. Gertrude Parham, age 92 of Thompson's Station, TN died Tuesday, October 22, 2013. Long time member of Neapolis United Methodist Church since 1951. Daughter of the late Hardie & Nora Parham. Known as Mama Gert, she grew up during the Great Depression. She was the Assistant Manager at H.G. Hill's in Belle Meade during WWII. In 1947, she...
Mr. Robert Sorteberg
Oct 21, 2013
SORTEBERG, Mr. Robert Wayne, age 87 of Franklin, TN. October 21, 2013. Veteran of the US Army Air Corp during WWII. Graduate of the University of Arizona at Tucson. Taught school in the El Monte School District for 31 years. Vocal member of the A.F.T. As a musician he was a member of several early music groups. He was a...
Sammie Smith
Oct 20, 2013
SMITH, Mrs. Sammie Alexander, age 76 of Franklin, TN went to be with the Lord on October 20, 2013. Sammie dedicated her life to God, family and her church. She was a graduate of Carson Newman College and a long-time member of Gideons Int. She spent her days working at Lipscomb Elementary, serving as church librarian, caring for family and...
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