Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Michael Edwin Hargrove
Jun 2, 2026
Michael Edwin Hargrove, age 61 of Shelbyville, TN, formerly of Franklin, TN passed away June 2, 2026. He was a graduate of Franklin High School. Michael was a commercial electrician. He was an avid Tennessee Titans football fan and enjoyed watching them play. Michael enjoyed watching action movies and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be remembered as a...
Linda Campbell Polk Templeton
Jun 1, 2026
Linda Campbell Polk Templeton, age 78 of Franklin, TN passed away June 1, 2026. Linda was born and raised in McMinnville, TN and graduated from Morrison High School in 1965. After graduation, she moved to Franklin, TN. She was a retired employee after ten years of service with Williamson County Sheriff’s Department. She was an honorary member of Williamson County...
John Charles "Chuck" Thompson
May 30, 2026
John Charles "Chuck" Thompson, age 66, passed away on May 30, 2026.
Chuck was a proud United States Marine, a dedicated provider, and a man whose greatest joy came from caring for his family and those he loved.
On January 1, 2020, Chuck married the love of his life, Julianne. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering devotion....
Lynne Adams
May 30, 2026
Lynne Adams (67) passed from this life to the next on Saturday, May 30, at Alive Hospice in Nashville. She is survived by husband, Don Adams; sisters, Carole (Rodney) English and Tami Coble (Maurice) Brown her twin. She is also survived by three brothers-in-law, Steve (Jeanine) Adams, Larry (Kellene) Adams, Alan (Janie) Adams, along with several nieces and nephews. She...
John William Parsons
May 29, 2026
John William Parsons, age 79 of Nolensville, TN passed away May 29, 2026.
John was born in Paris, Texas, the third of five children. His father was a Minister for the Church of Christ and the family moved to several southern and southwestern states while John was growing up. He graduated from high school in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. After high school John...
Arthur "G" William Scott, Jr.
May 29, 2026
Arthur “G” William Scott, Jr. age 55 of Franklin, TN passed away May 29, 2026. He was an avid Tennessee Titans fan and enjoyed watching the games. G also enjoyed bowling and playing pool with Billy A. and friends in his free time. He will be remembered by his family and friends for always being willing to lend a helping...
Mary Ann Harper
May 29, 2026
Mary Ann Harper, age 86 passed away May 29, 2026. Mary was born in Tennessee to the late Richard Stem and Frances Ryan Pitts. She was a member of College Grove Methodist Church. Ann was the former cafeteria manager at College Grove School. She later ran the daycare at College Grove Church of Christ. Her love for children was evident...
Gregory "Greg" Alan Settles
May 29, 2026
Gregory “Greg” Alan Settles, age 71 (26,004 days) of Nolensville, TN passed away May 29, 2026. He was born in Chattanooga, TN to the late Don & Virginia Settles. Greg was a very intelligent individual, known for his love of numbers and math. He was the valedictorian of his class at Baylor School in Chattanooga. Greg was a Morehead Scholar...
John Michael Tanzine, III
May 28, 2026
John Michael Tanzine, III of Franklin, Tennessee, formerly of Columbus, Georgia, died at the age of 70 on May 28, 2026.
John was born in Buffalo, New York, to Evelyn Johnson Tanzine and John Michael Tanzine, and was raised in Dublin, Georgia. After attending the University of Georgia for undergraduate and law school, John went on to practice law in Columbus,...
Anne Janke Huddleston
May 26, 2026
Anne Janke Huddleston, a woman who successfully collected all seven continents on her travel passport but always knew the absolute best view in the world was from a slow-moving pontoon boat, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026. She was 71 years young, just shy of her next birthday, and undoubtedly already planning her next grand itinerary.
Born in Wausau, Wisconsin...
Sherie Harris Livesay
May 26, 2026
Sherie Harris Livesay, age 66 of Franklin, TN passed away May 26, 2026. She was born in Southern California to Barbara Graham Harris and the late Earl Harris Jr. on January 18, 1960. Moving back to Williamson Co. at the age of around four to join the rest of the extended family (the Harris and the Edmonsons.) She graduated in...
Jason Andrew Wisniowski
May 25, 2026
Jason Andrew Wisniowski, age 53 of Collinwood, TN, formerly of Franklin, TN where he resided for over 25 years, passed away May 25, 2026. He was born in Saddle Brook, NJ on May 17, 1973. Jason worked for Spencer Technologies for over 26 years. He enjoyed playing golf and taking trips to the beach with his family. Jason viewed himself...
Sharon G Brayer
May 24, 2026
Sharon “Shari” Grace Brayer, 63, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at her home in Franklin, Tennessee. Shari was born on September 7, 1962, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Anthony and Ann Orsinelli.
Shari was raised in Boardman and attended college in Bowling Green. On September 3, 1988, she began the next chapter of her...
Jim Bray
May 23, 2026
It is with great sadness that we share the news of Jim Bray's passing. He was a loving husband, devoted father, and true friend. He left this world on May 23, 2026. Jim was embraced by the warmth of his family, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication.
Born December 9, 1953, in California, Jim was the cherished...
Darlene Fay Vandenberg
May 21, 2026
Darlene Fay Moore Vandenberg, age 69 of Franklin, TN passed away May 21, 2026. Darlene was born in Covington, KY and graduated from Boone County High School in Florence, KY.
Darlene, also known as “Honey” by her family while growing up and as “Gaga” by her grandchildren, was an exceptionally kind and caring person. She lived to help others, whether that...
Mark Eaton
May 21, 2026
John Mark Eaton, age 72, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on May 21, 2026.
Mark was born in Canton, Ohio, to the late Jimmie and Anne Eaton. He grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where he attended Chattanooga City High School, graduating in 1971. An accomplished athlete, he was named an All-State basketball player and earned a scholarship to play basketball at...
Dr. Sharon Kay S. Vaulman
May 20, 2026
Dr. Sharon Kay S. Vaulman, née Mortenson, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 12, 1950, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Dr. Vaulman was a compassionate and dedicated individual whose passion for caring for others and lifelong love of learning defined her distinguished life.
A Clinical Neuropsychologist by profession, Dr. Vaulman...
Mildred "Yvonne" Ostrand
May 19, 2026
Mildred “Yvonne” Ostrand was the 9th of 10 children born to Frank and Cleo (Knapp) Dobesh on March 5, 1929, in Mason City Nebraska. Her siblings, all deceased, were John, Marius, Valaire, Gwen, Melvin, Darlene, Frank Jr., Naomi, and Delores.
As a child, Yvonne played school with her siblings and was always the teacher! She enjoyed 38 years of teaching elementary...
William Bernice Anglin
May 19, 2026
William Bernice Anglin, age 90 of Franklin, TN passed away on May 19, 2026. He was born in Williamson County, Tennessee to the late Willard and Lillian Anglin.
William devoted 35 years of his career to National Life Insurance, where he worked as an underwriter and was respected for his dedication, integrity, and strong work ethic.
A proud 1953 graduate of Battle...
Gloria Jean Hodges
May 19, 2026
Gloria Jean Hodges, born August 31, 1948 in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away at home on May 19, 2026.
She was the daughter of Raymond and Jean Cothron.
Gloria and Dan were married on August 30, 1969 in Nashville after attending high school and college together. Following a brief career in the U.S. Army, they returned to Nashville and both joined the FBI...
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