May 13, 2023

May 13, 2023

James Edward Vachuska, 89, of Franklin, TN, passed away on May 13, 2023.

James was born in Jackson, Minnesota to Albert and Emma (nee Mier) Vachuska. After graduating in 1952 from Jackson High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he trained at Camp Pendleton and Fort Gordon, and was later based at Camp LeJeune. He was...

May 10, 2023

 

Margaret Evans, 99, (also known as Marge to many) was born in Mckeesport, PA on April 12, 1924, and went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 10, 2023.  

 

She spent much of her childhood with little to nothing and didn’t get anywhere in life without fighting for it.  She grew into a very proud...

May 10, 2023

 

Gary Lee Wilson, age 72 of Franklin, TN passed away May 10, 2023. He was born in Jackson, TN to the late Richard and Ruth Wilson. In addition to his parents Gary is preceded by his sister, Judy Kay Wilson; brother, Joe Wilson; nephew, Colin Wilson. He is survived by his wife, Donna Wilson; daughters, Courtney (Allie) Dawsey and...

May 9, 2023

Joy Richards, age 82, passed away May 9,2023 at her home in Franklin, Tennessee.

She was preceded in death by her parents Russell and Alberta Lyle from Memphis. Joy is survived by her son David (Debbie) Richards, her daughter Haley (Tony II) Reasons and two granddaughters Lyla and Jolie Reasons.

Joy attended Hutchison High School, was a member of the...

May 6, 2023

 

Margaret Ruth Frances Lipscomb Smith, a native Nashvillian, passed away May 6, 2023 at the age of 91, less than one month of turning 92. Preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, William U. Smith; parents, Horace Swift and Nellie Ruth Notgrass Lipscomb; brothers, Horace Swift Lipscomb, Jr. and Dr. Albert Brandt “Pinky” Lipscomb; granddaughter, Grace Ruth...

May 6, 2023

 

Katie Lynn Patton, age 43 of Franklin, TN passed away May 6, 2023. Katie was a graduate of Franklin High School and Middle Tennessee State University. She loved to travel, never met a stranger and was a proud dog Mom. She is survived by her parents, Mark and Pam Patton of Fairview, TN; brother, Christopher (Jennalyn) Patton of Maitland,...

May 6, 2023

 

Hazle Padgett “Padge” Beasley Jr., age 79 passed away peacefully May 6, 2023 at Brookdale Belle Meade in Nashville, TN. As he entered heaven, we are confident that Jesus welcomed him home and led him to the fishing hole He prepared just for Padge. 

He was born on November 7th, 1943, in Franklin, Tennessee. He was the son of the...

May 6, 2023

Tony Edward Bennett, age 55 of Lyles, TN passed away May 6, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Franklin, TN to the late Sam & Retha Bennett. He is preceded in death by his brother, Malcolm Bennett. Tony is survived by his wife of 31 years, Tammy Bennett of Lyles, TN; son, Samuel Ray...

May 5, 2023

 

Debra “Debbie” Ann Martin, age 67 of Bon Aqua, TN passed away May 5, 2023. She was born in Battle Ground, WA to the late Frank & Freida Sisseck. Debbie loved fishing, butterflies, the color purple and she loved her dogs. She is survived by her loving husband, Ronald “Ronnie” Martin and many other loving family members of hers...

May 3, 2023

 

Rebecca Sue Griggs InmanNo more struggles; no more fear; no more pain; no more tears.

 

Becky gently and peacefully entered the arms of Jesus, Wednesday, May 3rd at 2:50 AM.

 

Becky was a fourth-generation member of Nashville First Church of the Nazarene where she grew in “wisdom, stature, and in favor with God and man.”

 

She...

Apr 29, 2023

Beloved mother and grandmother, Marilee Bruny, 79, of Franklin Tennessee, passed away in her care home, surrounded by love, after an honorable battle with Dementia. Born on the 4th of July, 1943 in Detroit Michigan, she was a charming woman who cherished her family. She always had a compliment to share with anyone. She enjoyed the game of golf and...

Apr 28, 2023

 

Our Mother Connie Sanchez, age 65, of Franklin, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 27, 2023. She was born in Acapulco, Mexico, on July 8, 1957. She is survived by her daughters, Lluvia, Erika, Betty, and Susana, and sons-in-law, Adam and Scott. Connie was "Aguella" and "Mami Con" to grandchildren - John, Esteban, Elias,...

Apr 27, 2023

Anne Margaret Hamann, age 81, of Franklin, TN found eternal peace on April 27, 2023 after a short battle with cancer.  Born and raised in Davenport IA, Anne graduated from Assumption High School Class of '59.  She began working for Alcoa, exporting airplane skins and importing production materials, during the 80’s when her children were still young.  Anne acquired great...

Apr 26, 2023

Phyllis West Jacoby, age 89 of Franklin, TN passed away April 26, 2023. She was raised primarily in Bronxville, NY by Walter & Vivian West and graduated from Bronxville High School in 1952. Phyllis met her beloved husband “Jake” at Washington & Lee University while she was attending Southern Seminary College.  After some time in college, Phyllis launched a modeling...

Apr 26, 2023

 

Donald L. Westfall, age 80 of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Don was born February 2, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of D. Eugene and Versie Toman Westfall. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother and sister-in-law Richard and Donna Westfall.

 

Don is survived by his wife of 58...

Apr 26, 2023

The Lord called and Mrs. Gloria Fitzgerald Patton answered and went home “On This Beautiful Day”, April 26, 2023. Awaiting her were her parents Mr. Paul Alonza Fitzgerald and Mrs. Nettie Louise Fitzgerald.

Gloria was born November 10, 1956. She was the third of four siblings. She attended public schools of Metropolitan Davidson County and graduated in the summer of 1973 from...

Apr 24, 2023

 

Betty Jean (Henley) Beavers, age 88, lately of Memphis, TN and longtime resident of Franklin, TN, most devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to so many, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 24, 2023. Jean was born in Decatur, TN on December 6, 1934. She earned her Registered Nurse (RN) diploma in 1955 from The Baroness Erlanger...

Apr 24, 2023

Joseph Albert Ryan, Jr., age 84 of Franklin, TN passed away April 24, 2023. He was born in Franklin to the late Albert Ryan, Sr. and Ocie Mai Lankford Ryan, who raised him on a farm and this grew his love for farming. He was a truck driver for Kroger for 27 years before retiring. He was a member of...

Apr 23, 2023

 

 

Kristy Marie Hailey, 41, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away on April 23, 2023, in Brentwood, Tennessee.

Kristy was born in Jackson, Mississippi to James Russell Hailey and Melanie Teresa DeVries on April 8, 1982.  She graduated from Brentwood High School in 2000 with honors.  Growing up Kristy loved to dance. Ballet and Jazz were her favorites.  During her...