Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Mark Barry
May 20, 2026
Mark Barry, 60, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on May 20, 2026.
Born on July 2, 1965, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Mark was the son of Stanley and Billie Barry. He graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and began a successful career in the sporting goods industry with Worth, where he advanced from a sales position to Vice President...
Shirley Ann Murphy
Jun 12, 2026
Shirley Ann Murphy, a beloved member of the community and devoted owner and operator of Shirley's Hair Salon, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, in Fairview, Tennessee. Born on March 21, 1940, in Nashville, Tennessee, Shirley’s life spanned over 86 years of warmth, creativity, and kindness.
Shirley was a cherished member of Grace Church where she found spiritual solace and...
Mildred Christine Slaughter
Jun 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mildred Christine Slaughter
Christine Slaughter, born February 12, 1934, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on June 12, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. Surrounded by love, she passed peacefully with her three daughters at her bedside.
Christine lived a life marked by service, faith and devotion to her family. For more than forty years, she served...
Mary Sue Birks
Jun 8, 2026
Mary Sue Birks, affectionately known as Sue, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in Franklin, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family.
Born Mary Sue Basford on March 29, 1940, Sue lived a full and meaningful life marked by devotion to her family and a passion for the simple joys that brought her happiness. Sue's proudest accomplishment was undoubtedly her family,...
Patricia "Pat" Ann White
Jun 8, 2026
Patricia Womble White, age 91 of Brentwood, TN met her Savior face-to-face on June 8, 2026. Born on October 22, 1934 in Memphis, TN, she was the beloved daughter of Dayton and Mildred Brannan Womble. She married David White, the love of her life, in 1956. They were married for 66 years before he passed in 2021. Pat dedicated her...
John Delbert Douglass Jr.
Jun 7, 2026
John D. Douglass, Jr. passed away peacefully, with family by his side, on June 7, 2026. At the age of 99, he had led a life brimming with love, laughter, and southern beats. “J.D.” was born on May 1, 1927 in Oakland, Tennessee to John Delbert Douglass Sr. and Sara Evie Campbell. Growing up in the birthplace of delta blues...
George Daniel Ralls, Jr.
Jun 6, 2026
George Daniel Ralls, Jr., age 85 of Franklin, TN passed away June 6, 2026. George was born in back bedroom at 1118, Inglewood, TN. Attended Dan Mills Elementary and the Issac Litton High School where he played football for a bit. Graduated from Litton in 1958 and still to this day he has lunch once a month with his classmates....
Linda Sue Harris-England
Jun 6, 2026
Linda Sue Harris-England, born in 1947 in Charlotte, Dickson County, Tennessee, passed away in 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, love, and quiet strength.
Linda was the daughter of the late Laura Elizabeth Harris and George Franklin "Frank" Harris. On June 28, 1974, she married the love of her life, Don Wayne England, beginning a partnership built on devotion, respect,...
Joyce Best
Jun 5, 2026
Joyce Leona Best, age 79 of Lebanon, TN, formerly of Franklin, TN passed away June 5, 2026. She was born in Tampa, Florida to the late Henry and Mary Leona Browning. Joyce was a retired pharmacy technician for Baptist Hospital in Nashville, TN. She spent her retirement years as an elderly companion and caregiver. She enjoyed making floral arrangements and...
Judith "Judy" Love Lifsey
Jun 5, 2026
Judith (Judy) Love Lifsey, 80, of Franklin, TN, passed away on June 5, 2026 in her home. She was with her loving husband of almost 59 years.
Judy was born in Jackson, TN to Robert and Evelyn Love on March 6, 1946. She attended undergraduate at Lambuth College and received her Master of Arts from Vanderbilt University. She married her college...
Griffin David Buckland
Jun 2, 2026
Griffin David Buckland, beloved son of Charis and Brett Buckland, passed away on June 2, 2026 at the age of 47 days.
Born in Nashville, Tennessee, on April 15, 2026, Griffin blessed and impacted the lives of many people. Diagnosed with a rare syndrome before birth, his future was uncertain, but he and his parents fought for life. Griffin shows us...
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...
William Albert Kristofek
May 31, 2026
William Albert Kristofek (1945–2026) Celebrating a man who represented so much to so many... Some people are remembered for what they accomplished. Others are remembered for who they were. “Willie,” “Billy,” and “Bill” will forever be remembered for both. William Albert Kristofek passed away on May 31, 2026, at the age of 80. While our hearts are broken by his...
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...
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