Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Joyce Nicole Jennette Cummins
Oct 1, 2025
Joyce Nicole Jennette Cummins passed away on October 1, 2025 in Columbia, TN.
She was preceded in death by her uncle, Terry Jennette; aunt, Elizabeth Jennette; brother, Ryan Jennette; great-grandparents, Geneva and Joe Lige Jennette; and her grandparents, Robert and Vivian Crafton.
Left to cherish Nicole's memory are her husband, John Alan Cummins; parents, Terry Lee Jennette, Juanita Joyce Jennette, Nelda Kaye...
Alma Carolyn Fox Gossett
Oct 1, 2025
Alma Carolyn Fox Gossett, age 94 of Franklin, TN passed away October 1, 2025 at NHC at the Trace – Waypoint with family by her side. Alma was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Franklin Pierce Fox and Esther Vaughn Fox. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by husband, James Wesley Gossett, Sr., sons,...
Sandra "Sandy" Jane Bruce Hampton
Sep 30, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” Jane (Bruce) Hampton
August 15, 1936 – September 30, 2025
Family and friends will celebrate the legacy of Sandra Jane Hampton on Monday, October 6, 2025, with visitation beginning at 11 AM and a service of commemoration commencing at 1 PM at Williamson Memorial Chapel in Franklin, TN. The family will facilitate a private burial at a later date.
On Tuesday...
Kathryn Amadee Holt Ryan
Sep 30, 2025
Kathryn Amadee Holt Ryan, age 83 of Franklin, TN passed away September 30, 2025. She was born in Franklin to the late Horace and Prudence Holt on July 14, 1942. She was a lifelong resident of Franklin and she retired from Apcom after 25 years. In addition to her parents, she is preceded by her son, Thomas Lee Ryan; sister,...
Phillis Hesseltine
Sep 30, 2025
Phillis Hesseltine, age 73 of Franklin, TN passed away September 30, 2025. Phillis was a native of Williamson County and graduated from Franklin High School. She worked at Jamison Bedding, Georgia Boot and also Metro Water Works as accounts payable clerk. After retirement, she was a substitute teacher for Franklin Special School District for approximately fifteen years. Preceded in death...
Edgar Dye "Smitty" Smith
Sep 28, 2025
USAF Col. Edgar Dye Smith, November 20, 1926—September 28, 2025
Edgar Dye “Smitty” Smith lived the life we read about in history books. A true member of the Greatest Generation, he grew up on a subsistence farm during the Depression and his family’s dedication to education created a path that launched his future into the stratosphere.
Smitty was a wise, kind man...
Brenda L. Henry
Sep 27, 2025
Brenda L. Henry, age 76 of Franklin, TN passed away September 27, 2025. Brenda was a native of Williamson County, TN. She worked with Black and Decker for 26 years until they moved out of Franklin. She retired from Williamson County Bus System and was the attendant assisting and loving the challenged children. She was a member of Franklin Community...
Joseph H. Walker, IV
Sep 25, 2025
Joseph H. Walker IV, (born April 2, 1981), passed away at the age of 44 on September 25, 2025 after cardiac arrest and a fall in his home in Franklin, TN.
Joseph spent his early years in Ripley, Tennessee, before moving to Williamson County. He was a graduate of Brentwood Academy and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
He was a kind-hearted person...
Francine Loriene Stoehr
Sep 23, 2025
Francine Loriene Stoehr, age 85 of Franklin, TN passed away September 23, 2025. Francine was a phenomenally talented artist in every sense, whether drawing, painting, decorating, or arranging. She attended one of the top art programs, graduating with a degree from San Jose State University. She was known for her unwavering honesty, (her wavering filter), and always speaking her mind...
Robert Carroll Owen
Sep 23, 2025
Dr. Robert Carroll Owen, 88, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 23, 2025.
Dr. Owen was born on June 28, 1937, in Sparta, Tennessee, to the late Robert Grady Owen and Frances Brown Owen.
A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Memphis, Dr. Owen completed residencies in Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat; ENT) at...
Stephen Andrew Nappier
Sep 23, 2025
Stephen Andrew “Andy” Nappier, age 48 of Thompson’s Station, TN passed away on September 23, 2025. Andy was a graduate of Franklin High School. He worked in various construction and landscaping projects as well as in hotel maintenance. Preceded in death by father, Herbert Clarence Nappier, III; sister, Kathryn Elizabeth “Katy” Nappier; grandparents, Herbert C. Jr. and Pearle Searson Nappier,...
Georgia Ann Giles Spencer
Sep 23, 2025
Georgia Ann Giles Spencer 1944-2025 In love and gratitude for a life well lived, Georgia Ann Giles Spencer, age 81, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. She was born on September 11, 1944 in Franklin, Tennessee to George Blythe Giles, Jr. and Martha Carothers Giles. Georgia Ann grew up in Franklin and Nashville, graduating from Hillsboro...
Frankie "Frank" Darron Comer
Sep 22, 2025
Frankie “Frank” Darron Comer, age 68, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away September 22, 2025 with his wife and daughter by his side.
Frank was born in Tupelo, Mississippi, to Willena Martin and Lamoine Comer. He grew up attending Trinity Baptist Church in Tupelo, later attending Our Savior Lutheran Church in Nashville.
After graduating from Itawamba Junior College with his LPN, Frank proudly...
Duncan Vernon Everette
Sep 20, 2025
Duncan Vernon “Vern” Everette: August 4, 1950 – September 20, 2025
Duncan Vernon “Vern” Everette, 75, passed away on September 20th, 2025, at Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. Vern was born on August 4th, 1950, in Southern Pines, North Carolina, to the late Duncan Judson Everette and Rosemarie Katherine Shultz (née Zimmer). During his early years, he lived...
Margaret Langlois George
Sep 20, 2025
Margaret Langlois George, affectionately known as "Bunny," was born on January 1, 1950, in the beautiful country of Panama. She departed this life on September 20, 2025, leaving a legacy filled with love, faith, and a passion for adventure. She was the beloved daughter of Rene and Madeline Langlois, who have since passed away.
As a devoted homemaker, Margaret dedicated her...
John Richard Wharton
Sep 19, 2025
John Richard Wharton, age 70, of Bedford County, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, peacefully with family by his side.
John was born on January 22, 1955 to the late John F. and Margaret Wharton in Shelbyville, Tennessee.
He was a loving husband, devoted father, funny grandpa and a proud great-grandpa.
John, along with his wife, Helene, started, owned and operated...
Stephen Gerard Horton
Sep 19, 2025
Stephen Gerard Horton, age 78 of Franklin, TN, formerly of Knoxville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 19, 2025. For the Mighty One is holy and has done great things for me. —Luke 1:49. Steve was born in Knoxville and graduated from Bearden High School. After earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville,...
Colleen Price Williams
Sep 19, 2025
Colleen Price Williams, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away peacefully in Franklin, Tennessee, on September 19, 2025. She was born on May 18, 1934 in Ozark, Alabama. Colleen led a life filled with love, devotion, and a passion for nurturing those around her
Colleen was an active member of many churches throughout the years most recently at...
Sara Elaine Jones
Sep 18, 2025
Sara Elaine Goodell Jones, age 35, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 23, 1989, in Dallas, Texas, Sara was the cherished daughter of Charles Standish Goodell and Brenda Kay Willard Goodell, and the beloved sister of Haley Elizabeth Goodell. Raised in Celina, Texas, she brought her adventurous spirit to...
James Ronald "Ron" Ellis
Sep 18, 2025
James Ronald “Ron” Ellis, age 87 of Franklin, TN passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 18, 2025. Ron was born on November 11, 1937 in Nashville, Tennessee to James and Murleen Ellis. Ron grew up in West Nashville and graduated from Cohn High School in Nashville in 1955. He and Sarah met in the choir at Belmont United...
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