Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Donna Lynn Harrington
Aug 17, 2023
Donna Lynn Cole Harrington, age 60, passed away to be with our Heavenly Father on Thursday, August 17, 2023. She was a graduate of Franklin High School and John Nave School of Cosmetology. Donna was a retired hair stylist. She was known for her exceptional work for clients in both the Nashville and Ashland City areas.
She is...
John W. Bartlett
Aug 16, 2023
John W. Bartlett, 78, passed away on August 16, 2023, in Franklin, TN, his home since 2007.
John was born to Guy and Dorothy Bartlett in Los Angeles, CA, on February 5, 1945. He went to Harvard School (now Harvard-Westlake), where he was on the swim team, before earning a BA in History from Stanford University and an...
Robert John Kendrot
Aug 16, 2023
Robert John Kendrot (“Bob”, “Pops”), age 83 of Franklin, TN (formerly of Binghamton, NY) went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
Bob was born in Johnson City, NY on January 29, 1940, son of the late John & Stasia (Leonard) Kendrot and grew up in Binghamton's First Ward neighborhood. He graduated from Binghamton Central...
David M. Ausbrooks
Aug 14, 2023
David M. “Dave” Ausbrooks, age 80 of Franklin, was a devoted husband for 56 years to his wife Linda, the love of his life; a mentor, encourager, and loving father to his daughter Dana; and the best granddaddy to his grand pup, Atticus. On August 14, 2023, our Superman went to be with the Lord after he courageously fought...
Kathryn Ellen Newbanks Hauk
Aug 13, 2023
Kathryn “Kay” Ellen Newbanks Hauk, age 100, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, August 13, 2023, in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by family and friends. Kay was born April 18, 1923, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Minnie Adline and Landis Haley Newbanks. She was a faithful Christian who loved the Lord, her family, church, and community.
Kay finished grade school...
Jack Hargett
Aug 11, 2023
Jack “Grampy” Hargett, 89, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2023.
A Celebration of Life service, with reception, to follow will be held at 2:00 pm on August 27, 2023, at Kings Chapel, 4980 Meadowbrook Blvd, Arrington, Tennessee 37014.
Jack was born on June 8, 1934, in Charlotte, North Carolina to Oscar and Beulah...
Stephen Bertram Lisle
Aug 11, 2023
Stephen Bertram Lisle of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on August 11, 2023, at the age of 58.
Stephen, a Texan through and through, was born in Lufkin, Texas, about three hours from Dallas, home of his beloved Cowboys. He grew up idolizing legends like Coach Tom Landry and quarterback Roger Staubach, and was never happier than when the Cowboys won.
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William "Bill" Morris Lillard
Aug 10, 2023
William “Bill” “PopPop & Poppy” Morris Lillard, age 83 of Thompsons Station, TN passed away August 10, 2023. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Willie & Bernice Lillard. Bill retired from Colonial Bakery in Nashville, TN after 28 years of service. After retirement he went to work for Williamson County Parks & Recreation where he...
Bhupinder Singh Dhillon
Aug 9, 2023
Bhupinder Singh Dhillon passed away on August 9th 2023, at the age of 72. Born in Lucknow, India, the youngest of six siblings, Bhupinder emigrated to the US in the late 1970s.
In New York City, he worked his way up from hauling boxes for a clothing company to creating his own successful fashion brand, Designs by Vinnie, with his beloved...
John Kevin Grooms
Aug 4, 2023
John Kevin Grooms, age 33 of Franklin, TN passed away August 4, 2023. He was born in Nashville, TN to his parents, Garry and Sandra McWilliams Grooms. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Hansel “Hank” Grooms and Sue Doler Grooms; and grandfather, Cletus W. McWilliams. In addition to his parents he is survived by his brother, James Collin (Annie)...
Annie Lee Stewart Babcock
Aug 4, 2023
Annie Lee Stewart Babcock, age 91 of Franklin, TN passed away August 4, 2023. Annie was born in the Water Valley Community in Maury County, TN to the late Walker Jackson and Eunice Westmoreland Stewart. She was the oldest of thirteen children. She was a Marine Corp wife and lived in several states including California, Virginia and North Carolina. After...
Dan Pierce
Aug 2, 2023
Dan Lytle Pierce was a beloved member of the Williamson County community. Born on January 25, 1941, he spent his entire life in the county, forming deep connections with the people around him. He was the son of LeRoy and Leta Pierce, who instilled in him the values of hard work, love, and friendship.
Dan dedicated much of his life...
Joan Johnson Paschall
Aug 2, 2023
Joan Johnson Paschall, age 77, of Franklin, TN passed away August 2, 2023. She was born in Barnwell County, SC to the late Harry Ronald Johnson and Cornelia Crouch Johnson. She was a long standing member of Ackerman Chapter #198, Order of The Eastern Star, Williston, SC. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sister,...
Billy Charles Gage
Aug 2, 2023
Billy Charles Gage age 87, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away, Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Bill was born on July 2, 1936, in Bethel Spring, Tennessee to Lyman and Pearl Gage. He lived in St. Charles Missouri and Murray, Kentucky before moving to Franklin, Tennessee.
Bill graduated from the University of Tennessee, where he received his bachelor’s in electrical engineering....
Kenneth Neil Barnhill
Aug 1, 2023
Kenneth Neil Barnhill, age 86 of Franklin, TN passed away August 1, 2023 surrounded by his family. Neil was a lifelong resident of Williamson County. He was a 1955 graduate of Franklin High School. He attended many night classes over the years that led him to a successful career at Williamson Medical Center as the project manager. He retired...
Lyman “Buddy” M. Black, Jr.
Aug 1, 2023
Lyman “Buddy” M. Black Jr. was born in Greenville, South Carolina on July 26th, 1956 to Lyman and Jeanne Black. He died, surrounded by his loving family, in the wee hours of the morning on August 1st, 2023 after an eighteen-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
The first thing to say about Buddy is he was a man of absolute faith....
Tony D Dias
Jul 31, 2023
Tony D. Dias, age 61 of Winchester, TN was reunited with his son and parents in the early morning of July 31, 2023. He worked for the United States Postal Service for over 30 years where he started many friendships. He was a wonderful husband, father, and pappy and always made sure his family knew that they were loved. After...
Dominick Jude Amari
Jul 29, 2023
Dominick Jude Amari, beloved father, esteemed geologist, and former pilot in the USAF, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 29, 2023 at the age of 76.
Dominick is preceded in death by his father, Angelo Vincent Amari (senior) and his mother Maria Sara Amari. Dominick was born in Brooklyn and was raised in Massapequa NY. He Attended the...
Terry Lynn Fisher
Jul 29, 2023
Terry Lynn Fisher, age 65 of Franklin, TN passed away July 29, 2023. She was a woman full of talent and an amazing artist. She was a well-known local artist and created numerous murals throughout Franklin. She had a giving heart and showed that through her love of being a mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her...
Robert Milton Ryan
Jul 29, 2023
Robert Milton Ryan, age 93 of College Grove, TN passed away July 29, 2023. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Charles & Margaret Ryan. Robert was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp., serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a beloved shop teacher and carpenter in the Williamson County school system for...
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