Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Ophelia Joyce Jordan Williams
May 6, 2026
Ophelia Joyce Jordan Williams, age 97 of Lyles, TN formerly of Franklin, TN passed away May 6, 2026. Ophelia had many attributes including loving mother, secretary, seamstress, quilter and avid gardener. While being wife to the Williamson County Sheriff, she also served as sheriff during an interim period. She was loved by many and will be sadly missed.
Preceded in death...
Mable Lavon Jewell
May 5, 2026
Mable Lavon Jewell, age 94 of Franklin, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The oldest child of Aaron Shelby and Mary Editha Goff, she was born in Poughkeepsie, AR. She is survived by her daughters Sherri (Charlie) Borowski, Debbie (Eddie) Blackshear, Sue Jewell, her two sisters, Ila Arthur, Nina Longjohn, and her brother-in-law, Fred Jewell. She is preceded...
Lynn Trowbridge "Mombo" Boyle
May 2, 2026
Lynn “Mombo” Trowbridge Boyle, 75, died on May 2, 2026, in Nashville, TN, surrounded by her loving family.
She is survived by her husband, Maxwell Forbes Boyle; her brother, Tommy Trowbridge (Lynne); her son, Maxwell Forbes Boyle, II (Emily); her daughter, Sally Boyle Peek (Scotty); and her grandchildren, Max and Virginia Boyle, and Sophie and Elsie Peek.
Lynn was born in Columbia,...
Michael Payne Spence Sr.
May 1, 2026
Michael Payne Spence Sr., known to many as Mike and to those who shared the water with him as Captain Mike, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 1, 2026, at his home in Franklin, Tennessee. He was 78 years old.
Born on September 24, 1947, in Nashville, Tennessee, Mike was a man who lived with purpose, curiosity, and an...
Linda Green Henry
May 1, 2026
Linda Green Henry of Nolensville, Tennessee passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026 at the age of 85.
Born on February 25, 1941 in Williamson County to the late Herman and Martha Green, Linda was the youngest of six. She was raised in Leiper’s Fork where her father owned Green‘s Grocery which later became a songwriters venue. She graduated from Hillsboro...
Jeffrey Allin Fadler
Apr 29, 2026
Jeffrey Allin Fadler, 65, of Franklin, TN went home on April 29, 2026 after a three-year battle with dementia. Jeff was born on July 11, 1960 in Independence, MO. He moved a lot as a child which created lifelong friends. Before he graduated from Ramapo High School in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, he was an Eagle Scout. He graduated from...
Katie Suzanne Ashley
Apr 29, 2026
Katie Suzanne Ashley, age 44, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away on April 29, 2026.
Katie was born on March 1, 1982, to Carl E. Ashley and the late Mary Margaret Ashley. To her family, she was lovingly known as “our Katie girl,” a name that reflected just how deeply she was cherished.
Katie was pure love and innocence, the very center of...
Alex Joseph Kitka
Apr 28, 2026
Alex Joseph “Joe” Kitka, age 92, slipped peacefully from this world on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at his home in Spring Hill, Tennessee. He lived a life that was nothing short of remarkable, shaped by courage, anchored in devotion, and grounded by a quiet strength that left a lasting mark on everyone who...
John Hall Nesmith Jr.
Apr 27, 2026
John Hall Nesmith Jr., a dedicated machinist and loving family man, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, in his hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. Born on February 16, 1949, in Nashville, John lived a life marked by devotion to both his craft and his family.
John devoted many years to his career as a machinist for Textron, where he was renowned...
Clifford "Cliff" Downs III
Apr 24, 2026
M. Clifford “Cliff” Downs III, age 72, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, he was the son of the late Melvin Clifford Downs Jr. and Jacqueline Moore Downs.
Cliff was a longtime songwriter, publisher, and producer who touched many lives through his music. A self-taught musician, he showed an...
Christopher Raymond King
Apr 23, 2026
Christopher Raymond King, age 40 of Thompson’s Station, TN passed away April 23, 2026.
Born and raised in Williamson County, Christopher was the son of Angela Smith and Raymond King. He graduated from Fairview High School and went on to attend Middle Tennessee State University for two years.
Christopher was deeply loved by his family and friends. His presence brought joy to...
Whit Tanner Lillicrap
Apr 23, 2026
Whit Tanner Lillicrap, precious infant son of Catherine and Tanner Lillicrap, passed away in the embrace of family on April 23, 2026.
Whit was born on April 7, 2026, to Catherine and Tanner Lillicrap, joining siblings Walker and Sadie. In his short time here, he was surrounded by so much love. He was a strong little boy and a true fighter.
Whit...
Joel Edward Warren
Apr 21, 2026
Joel Edward Warren, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 21, 2026, at the age of 76. Joel was born in Birmingham, AL. on May 14, 1949, the son of the late Charles Edward Warren and Doris Kincaid Warren. Joel graduated from Phillips High School and attended Jacksonville State University where he received a Bachelor of...
Brian Joseph Walsh
Apr 20, 2026
Brian Walsh, age 66, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on April 20, 2026. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Teresa Leonia Walsh and Thomas Walsh.
Brian lived a life rooted in family, laughter, and the simple joy of being present with the people he loved most.
A skilled home builder by trade, Brian helped shape communities in New Jersey,...
Chase Robert Hartung
Apr 18, 2026
Chase Robert Hartung, age 16, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away on April 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 26, 2010, in Cincinnati, Ohio. At the age of 8, Chase moved with his family to Tennessee, where he made new friends and continued to build a life full of meaningful memories.
Chase courageously and gallantly fought...
Gregory T. Akin
Apr 18, 2026
Gregory Terrell Akin, 68, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2026, following an extended illness.
Gregg was preceded in death by his parents, Marion Edward “Tic” Akin and Gertha Pauline “Mollie” Sullivan Akin; his dear aunt, Wilma Sullivan; and his beloved dogs, Beau, Chloe, and Locksie.
He is survived by his devoted partner of 32 years, Craven Thomas, as well...
Mary Mable Horton
Apr 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved and beautiful mother, Mary Mable Horton. She was 74 years old. She passed away on April 17, 2026 at Williamson Medical Center after a long battle with a late stage diagnosed autoimmune disease. She had rapid kidney failure and started dialysis in September, 2025 during a 2...
Mary Louise Stansell
Apr 17, 2026
Mary Louise Stansell, age 88 of Franklin, TN passed away April 17, 2026. She was born in Ashville, NC to the late William Miller and Jessie Creech. Mary had a career with the IRS, retiring as a revenue officer. After retirement she opened Mar-Jac’s Bygone Days. Mary was an avid reader, plant collector and animal lover. She also enjoyed watching...
Laura Jo Keeter
Apr 16, 2026
Laura Jo Keeter, age 88 of Franklin, TN passed away April 16, 2026. She was born in Lawrence County, TN to the late Walker & Carrie Short. Laura attended Rolling Hills Church. She retired from the City of Franklin where she was the codes administrator. Laura loved traveling, photography, flowers and most importantly, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren....
Patricia Sue Banks
Apr 16, 2026
Patricia Sue Banks, age 94, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026.
She was born on July 14, 1931, in Jackson, Tennessee. Patricia lived a long and faithful life marked by dedication to her family, her work, her church and her friends.
Patricia was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Banks, and her son, David Banks. She...
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