Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Elen Smith Gardner
Feb 12, 2025
Elen Smith Gardner, age 96 of Franklin, TN passed away February 12, 2025. She was a native of Williamson County, TN. Elen attended Franklin High School and her senior year was a 1947 graduate of Spring Hill High School. She retired after 33 years of service from Williamson County Government where she worked at the Register of Deeds Office and...
Susan Renee Osborne
Feb 10, 2025
Susan Renee Osborne, age 62, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at her residence. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late John Walker Osborne and the late Lorene Logan Osborne. Susan loved watching TV and listening to music. She enjoyed being outdoors and loved visiting the beach. She was a simple woman who...
Betty Jean Moss
Feb 9, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of my mother Betty Jean Moss, who passed away on February 9th 2025 at the age of 89.
Born on March 19th 1935 at home on Split Log Road in Williamson County, Tn.. She grew up in the Franklin area and settled in Smyrna, Tn. She was a sweet, wonderful, caring...
George Charles Newcomer Jr
Feb 9, 2025
George Charles Newcomer Jr., age 93, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025. Born on November 25, 1931, in Decatur, Georgia, to the late Juanita Fossick and George Charles Newcomer Sr. Charlie lived a life marked by devotion—to his country, his family, and the many passions that brought him joy.
A proud Veteran of the United States Army, Charlie served his...
Eunice Mai Lillard
Feb 9, 2025
Eunice Mai Lillard, a devoted homemaker and lifelong native of Williamson County, passed away in her hometown of Franklin, Tennessee, on February 9, 2025. She was born in the Peytonsville Community, and she spent her life enveloped in the love and warmth of her family and community.
Eunice is remembered for her unwavering love for her family, which was at the...
Jon David Shuff
Feb 8, 2025
Jon David Shuff—JD, J Dizzle, J Pop, and most recently PeePaw (a name lovingly bestowed by his youngest grandson who hasn’t quite mastered his J’s)—lived life at full blast. At 51, he left this world unexpectedly, but in his prime - just as he always predicted he would. The man still had a six-pack and biceps that would make any...
Mary Jo Anderson Vaillancourt
Feb 8, 2025
Mary Jo Anderson Vaillancourt, age 86 of Franklin, TN passed away February 8, 2025. Mary Jo was a native of Williamson County, TN and her family were owners of the former Franklin Laundry and Dry Cleaners. She graduated from Vanderbilt University, BA in English, and Georgia State University, MS in Education. Mary Jo worked in university administration at George State...
Cheryl Tywater Enoch
Feb 8, 2025
Cheryl Yvonne Tywater Enoch, age 69, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Williamson Medical Center. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late William Earl Tywater and the late Eunice Ann Price Tywater. She retired from Bellsouth with over 20 years of service and later retired from Williamson Medical Center with 21 years...
James "Jim" Shannon Norman
Feb 8, 2025
James Shannon “Jim” Norman, age 91 of Brentwood, TN passed away February 8, 2025. Jim retired after 40 years as Administrative Services Officer with Metropolitan Nashville Water Department. Preceded in death by first wife of 48 years and mother of his children, Rachel English Norman; daughter, Irene Norman; second wife of 18 years, Martha Lewis Norman; parents, Charles Henry Jr....
John Washington Givens Jr.
Feb 7, 2025
John Washington Givens Jr., age 101 went to be with our Lord on Feb 7, 2025. Preceded in death by his wife of 74 years, Louise Overbey Givens, parents John Sr and Ludie Pewitt Givens, sisters Irene Givens and Alma Rowe.
Survived by son Donald L (Anita) Givens, daughter Rebecca Givens Stanley and grandchildren Shane (Johanna) Meador, Don (Tiffany) Givens Jr,...
Margie Ruth Duke Baker
Feb 6, 2025
A gathering to celebrate the beautiful life of Margie Ruth Duke Baker will be Thursday March 13, 2025 with a visitation from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m with a Devotional Blessing at 7:30 p.m. at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home 3009 Columbia Ave. Franklin, TN. A burial procession will be Friday March 14 at 9:30 a.m. beginning at Williamson Memorial Funeral...
Olivia Renne Scruggs
Feb 6, 2025
Olivia Renne Scruggs, age 1, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Williamson Medical Center. She was born in Franklin, Tennessee on October 16, 2023, to Calvin Marquis Scruggs, Jr., and Madison Renee Lands. She was an angel in the lives of everyone that knew her. She had an amazing, infectious smile, that could melt any heart. She...
Jimmy "Jim" Roy Creel
Feb 6, 2025
Jimmy Roy Creel Jr., age 56, of Spring Hill, TN, passed away on February 6, 2025, in Nashville, TN. Jim was born in Hattiesburg, MS, to Jimmy Roy Creel Sr. and Mildred Lambert Creel. He graduated from Moss Point High School in Moss Point, MS. He married Melonie Sharee Creel on November 18, 1995, in Benndale, MS. He received his...
Susan Stoll Scott
Feb 6, 2025
Susan Mary Stoll Scott, age 81, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tennessee. A native of Norwalk, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph Edward Stoll and the late Thelma Julia Bishop Stoll.
Sue was known for her vibrant personality and love of life. She had a passion for games,...
Janie Evelyn Deal
Feb 6, 2025
Janie E. King Deal a lifelong resident of the Hillsboro/Leiper's Fork area, passed away peacefully at her home on February 6, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on January 9, 1936, in Franklin, TN, Janie lived a life filled with love, dedication, and family.
Janie was a devoted mother to her daughters, Margo (Danny) Harris and Velera Mosley, son Steve...
Jane Thompson McMillan
Feb 6, 2025
Jane Thompson McMillan, age 91 of Franklin, TN passed away February 6, 2025. Jane retired from the City of Franklin after 44 ½ years of service. Preceded in death by parents, William B. and Ruby Leona Tipps Thompson; sisters, Faye T. Bennett, Ruth T. Tindall and June T. Baker; nephew, Donald Freeze. Survived by: husband of 71 years, Lawrence McMillan;...
James David "Punkin" Porter
Feb 6, 2025
James David “Punkin” Porter, age 84 of Thompsons Station, TN passed away February 6, 2025. Punkin was a native of Williamson County, TN and a 1959 graduate of Franklin High School. Retired after 30+ years of service with CSX Railroad. He was a 50+ year member with the Railroad Transportation Union. Preceded in death by parents, James Alexander and Ella...
Doris George Clark
Feb 5, 2025
Doris George Clark, age 93, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, after a brief illness. Doris was a kind woman with a great sense of humor. She touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Doris lived her life with an unwavering faith in God, and a deep love for her family....
Baylor Benjamin Zeidman
Feb 5, 2025
Baylor Benjamin Zeidman, age 13, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5th, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born to Rachel and Benjamin Zeidman on June 7, 2011, Baylor was a radiant light in the lives of everyone who knew him.
From his earliest days, Baylor exhibited a heart full of love and a spirit that celebrated every moment...
Marie Jane Stonage
Feb 4, 2025
Marie Jane Stonage, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee. She was born on July 27, 1926, in Galloway, West Virginia, and was a college graduate of West Virgina University.
Marie had a passion for various activities that brought her joy and allowed her to connect with others. She enjoyed...
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