Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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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...
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...
Joyce Marie Johnson Adams
May 17, 2026
Joyce Marie Johnson Adams, age 75 of Old Hickory, TN was born October 6, 1950, and who peacefully departed this life on May 17, 2026. While our hearts are heavy with loss, we also give thanks for the many years of love, laughter, and memories she shared with all who knew her.
She was a retired office manager with Buck Overby...
Judith Lee Grigsby Hayes
May 16, 2026
Judith Lee Grigsby Hayes, age 84 of the Burwood Community, Thompson Station, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior May 16, 2026. Judy was a native of Williamson County. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from David Lipscomb University and her Master’s Degree from George Peabody University. Judy was a member of Burwood Church of Christ. In her early...
Roy Ester Perry
May 16, 2026
Roy Ester Perry age 90 of Nolensville passed away peacefully May 16, 2026. A native of Nashville, he was the only child of the late Roy W. and Nellie Baker Perry. He retired from the United Methodist Publishing House after 25+ years as an editor where he made four lifelong friends; Carla Bolles, Madeline Walls, Ty Powers and his "adopted...
James "Jim" Watkins White
May 14, 2026
James Watkins White (Jim) age 91, of Franklin, TN was born in Nashville, TN (Woodbine area) and lived in Middle Tennessee all his life. He was born on October 12, 1934 and passed away on May 14, 2026. He received his education from Nashville's Central High School (stayed in touch with classmates for more than 65 years), Belmont College and...
James Charles Dorton
May 13, 2026
James Charles Dorton, age 66, of Franklin TN passed away on Thursday May 13, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late William “Bill” Dorton and Mary Louise Peach Dorton. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Floyd, Michael and Johnny Dorton; sister, Dorothy...
Donna Lane Ingram
May 8, 2026
Donna Lane (Little) Ingram, age 65, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of May 8, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Donna was born in Columbus, Georgia, on March 11, 1961, to Larry “Glenn” Little and Deanna Little. At the age of 18 months, her family moved to Franklin, where she would spend the rest of her...
William Gary High
May 7, 2026
William Gary High, age 84, of Franklin, Tennessee, died May 7, 2026. He was born in Millersburg, Ohio on December 24, 1941.
He was preceded in death by his son, Corey Alan High and his parents, Dr. Luther William High and Elizabeth Mae (Hummel) High. He is survived by his wife, Jo Lynn (Wiggins) High, his daughter Kristin Lynn Howell; grandchildren,...
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...
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