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David Edward "Dave" Shepard

David Edward "Dave" Shepard

Sep 26, 2022

David Edward "Dave" Shepard, 63, died Monday, September 26 after an extended illness.

He leaves behind Cheryl Hawkins Shepard, his wife of 20 years; their children, Kaulen Siebold-Shepard, Kyle Shepard, Corbin Shepard and Lindsey Yarbrough, and 4 beautiful grandchildren. He also leaves a sister, Ann Shepard, as well as countless friends from many years of travelling all...

Alfred Toennies

Alfred Toennies

Sep 25, 2022

Alfred William Toennies, 82, passed away on Sunday, September 25th, 2022 in Franklin, TN.

Al was born on January 20th, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois and was the only child of Adlai and Helfred Toennies.  After spending his early years in Chicago, his family moved to Rifle, Colorado. Following his father’s passing, Al and his mother moved back...

Doris Alexander

Doris Alexander

Sep 25, 2022

Doris June Marston Alexander, 91, born September 7, 1931 to Clyde and Ellen Irene Marston of Lawrenceburg, Tennessee was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior September 25, 2022. Doris was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and sister. Preceded in death by her parents Clyde Marston and Ellen Irene Marston, Doris is survived by her children...

John "Tony" Wesley

John "Tony" Wesley

Sep 24, 2022

Wesley, Mr. John Anthony (Tony)

Beloved son, brother, and uncle passed away in his sleep on Saturday, September 24 in Franklin. Tony was born on May 2, 1975, in Tompkinsville, KY. He grew up and spent his life in Brentwood and Franklin. He graduated from Franklin High School, Martin Methodist College, and Williamson College. After working for...

Herchel Winstead

Herchel Winstead

Sep 24, 2022

Herchel Wayne Winstead, age 84 of College Grove, TN passed away September 24, 2022. He was born in Washburn, TN to the late Shields & Mary Winstead. He was a member of Mt. Carmel Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Herchel was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He worked at the Department of Safety for the State of Tennessee....

Bobbie Headley

Bobbie Headley

Sep 24, 2022

Mrs. Bobbie S. Baker Headley, age 85, of Spring Hill, TN and formerly of Jemison, AL, went to be with the lord peacefully at her residence on September 24, 2022.

She was born in Alabaster, AL to the late Charlie and Willie Baker. She was a Homemaker and loved and enjoyed her family very much. She will be greatly missed....

Charlotte Haffner

Charlotte Haffner

Sep 23, 2022

Charlotte L. Haffner,  born November 26, 1951 in Dan German Hospital, Franklin, Tennessee passed away Friday, September 23, 2022 at home in Owl Hollow, Franklin, Tennessee,  after an extended illness.   She attended 4th Avenue Church of Christ,  was a graduate of the class of 1969 of Franklin  High School and attended David Lipscomb University.   Charlotte’s life long love of...

Shirley Smithson

Shirley Smithson

Sep 23, 2022

Shirley Ann Tomlin Smithson, 81, of Chapel Hill, TN and formerly of Williamson County, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022. Shirley was born in Williamson County to the late Maude and Louise Smithson Tomlin. Shirley was a Caretaker most of her life and loved the outdoors. She liked canning, yard sales, gardening, flowers, and her snuff. Shirley was of...

Buford Stewart

Buford Stewart

Sep 20, 2022

Buford Donald Stewart, age 86, of Arrington, TN passed away September 20, 2022 at his residence.

Buford was born in Smith County, TN to the late Hershel and Ocia Watts Stewart. Buford retired from Kroger warehouse after many years. In his spare time, Buford loved to hunt and fish. He loved his family dearly and will be...

William "W.L." Holt

William "W.L." Holt

Sep 18, 2022

William Louis “W. L.” Holt, age 58, of Franklin, TN passed away September 18, 2022 in Nashville, TN after an extended illness. W. L. was born in Columbus, GA to the late Johnnie Albert Holt, Sr. and Mary Alice Sullivan Holt. He was a self employed Horse Trainer and he really enjoyed training. He had a passion for Fishing...

Juanita Anderson

Juanita Anderson

Sep 18, 2022

Juanita June Edwards Anderson, age 90 of Franklin, TN passed away September 18, 2022. She was born in Jackson, TN to the late Kay T. & Pauline Edwards. Juanita was a member of Concord Road Church of Christ. She was the budget officer and receptionist for former Governor, Frank Clement. She was also the former secretary to the CEO...

Jeanne Chambers

Jeanne Chambers

Sep 18, 2022

Jeanne Thelma Chambers, age 91 of Waverly, TN went home to be with the lord on Sunday, September 18, 2022.

Jeanne was born in Franklin, TN on November 27, 1930, daughter of the late Hugh & Myrtle Sawyer.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 PM on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Mt. Hope...

Barry Tomlin

Barry Tomlin

Sep 17, 2022

Barry Dean Tomlin, age 64, of the Harpeth Community passed away Saturday September 17, 2022 Barry was born in Williamson County and was a long- time resident. He loved Farming and through the years he and his family had many Tobacco Crops and he also loved his cattle, gardening, and being outside. He loved his family and he will...

Ethel Smith

Ethel Smith

Sep 17, 2022

Ethel Hunt Smith, age 91 of College Grove, TN passed away September 17, 2022.  Preceded in death by husband, Norris Smith and son, Rick Farmer.  Survived by:  son, Charles (Judy) Farmer; daughter, Shasta (Mark) Fisher; grandchildren, Shane King, Crystal (Josh) Yates, Richard “Bubba” (Kara) Farmer, Ricky (Annie) Farmer, Shanea (Cheyenne Crafton) Farmer, Amber (Jason) Baggett and eight great-grandchildren.  A...

Fannie Tomlin Avritt

Fannie Tomlin Avritt

Sep 17, 2022

Fannie Jean Tomlin Avritt, age 85 of Franklin, TN passed away September 17, 2022. She was born on October 5, 1936, to George and Johnnie Lou McGee.

Fannie is proceeded in death by her husband James Avritt, son Ronald Tomlin, Sisters Georgia Robbins and Barbara Moore.

She is survived by sons Donald Eugene Tomlin, David...

Joyce Lee

Joyce Lee

Sep 17, 2022

Joyce Garner Lee, age 89 of Brentwood, TN passed away September 17, 2022. She was a career educator with various schools in the southeast. In addition to teaching, she coached basketball, softball and soccer. Joyce was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother that the children called “Tonn-Tonn”. She loved to travel with her friends. She was loved by many...

Mary Owens

Mary Owens

Sep 17, 2022

Mary Emma Owens, age 86 of Franklin, TN passed away September 17, 2022. She was born on November 4, 1935, to Harold and Jesse Nelson. Mary worked at Walmart for 27 years and she never met a stranger. She is survived by sons, John Nelson (Beverly) and Tommy Owens; daughter, Marynell Owens; grandchildren, Alan Nelson, Darrell Nelson, Rhaelyn Nelson,...

Jordan Harper

Jordan Harper

Sep 16, 2022

Jordan Dane Harper, age 31, of the Bethesda Community passed away September 16, 2022, in Franklin, TN. Jordan was born in Williamson County, and he was a Landscaper, a roofer, and was just a good Handy Man who could fix anything. He enjoyed fishing and all kinds of music. He loved his family dearly and will be sadly missed....

Virginia Hamilton

Virginia Hamilton

Sep 15, 2022

Virginia D. Hamilton – age 92 passed from this earthly life into eternal life on September 15, 2022.  She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 65 years, Estel Hamilton.  She is survived her son, Mike (Lisa); grandchildren, Chris (Jamie), Claire Landry (Evan) and Lucy and great-grandchildren, Jack and Stella.  The family all called her...

Sherry Lovett

Sherry Lovett

Sep 14, 2022

Sherry Susan Lovett, age 67 of Franklin, TN went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 14, 2022.

Sherry was born in Franklin, TN on February 4, 1955, daughter to the late Sam & Helon Overstreet.

She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Vera Reed & brother-in-law, Bobby Lovett & and her...