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Gaynelle Lambert Simmons

Gaynelle Lambert Simmons

Apr 20, 2025

Gaynelle Lambert Simmons, age 94 of Brentwood, TN passed away April 20, 2025. A wonderful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to anyone she met, Gay was truly loved. A true Texan at heart, Gay was born in Sweetwater Texas and graduated from North Texas State University. Gay and her husband, Lamar, were married for 58 years and spent over...

Brent Maurice Sanders

Brent Maurice Sanders

Apr 18, 2025

Brent Maurice Sanders, age 81 of the Harpeth Community, Thompson Station, TN passed away April 18, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Brent was co-owner of McArthur Sanders Real Estate, a Lifetime member of the Million Dollars Sales Club, and known as a “Realtor with a Heart”. He was a devoted member of Heritage Church of Christ and served as...

Joseph Ezell Haynes

Joseph Ezell Haynes

Apr 17, 2025

Joseph Ezell Haynes, 76, a Millersville, resident died peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Joseph was born on December 27, 1948 in Franklin Tennessee to Joseph Richard and Thelma (Riley) Haynes. He graduated from Franklin High School in Franklin, Tennessee in 1966. He then joined the Air Force in 1968 where he climbed the ranks to Sergeant. During his time...

Robert Louis Humphrey

Robert Louis Humphrey

Apr 16, 2025

Robert Louis “Bob” Humphrey, age 95, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on April 16, 2025.

Born in Decatur, Alabama, Bob lived a life marked by faith, service, and devotion to his family. A longtime resident of both Nashville and Franklin, he was a dedicated member of The Church at West Franklin, where he was actively involved in missions and outreach programs....

Alice Maria Montaner Grant

Alice Maria Montaner Grant

Apr 14, 2025

Alice Maria Montaner Grant, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, at the age of 80. Born in White Plains, NY, on June 30, 1944, Alice grew up in New York and Connecticut, forming the foundation of a life filled with love, joy, and resilience. 

A 1967 graduate of the University of Connecticut, Alice began...

Martha Lee Chadwell Hoover

Martha Lee Chadwell Hoover

Apr 14, 2025

Martha Lee Hoover, born on July 23, 1930, in Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, in her hometown. She was a cherished member of the community and a beloved family member known for her gentle spirit and unwavering dedication to her family.

As a devoted homemaker, Martha’s proudest accomplishment was raising her family with love and care. She...

Dr. Lee C. Gerhard

Dr. Lee C. Gerhard

Apr 12, 2025

Dr. Lee C. Gerhard, 87, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, during his afternoon nap with The Masters Tournament playing in the background. The night before, he played Scrabble with his grandson Patrick and dear companion Margaret Officer, enjoyed a glass of Scotch, and baked an apple pie—a fitting farewell for a man who lived life with joy, intellect,...

Kathleen "Katie" Marie Hebert

Kathleen "Katie" Marie Hebert

Apr 12, 2025

Kathleen Marie Hebert, affectionately known as Katie, was born on September 7, 1976, and passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee. A pharmacist by profession, Katie dedicated her life to caring for others.

Katie was born in Worcester, MA and graduated from St. Peter-Marian in 1994 where she was a friend to all and class president. She went...

Ida Nell McEwen

Ida Nell McEwen

Apr 12, 2025

Ms. Ida N. McEwen, age 81, passed away on April 12, 2025, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Charlene Howell; parents, Luther and Viola King; brothers, Luther Allen, Willie Joe, and Jimmy Dean King; sister, Suzanne Cartwright; and a nephew Chris Hargrove.

She is survived by her son, Sam...

Brenda Joyce Daubenspeck

Brenda Joyce Daubenspeck

Apr 11, 2025

Brenda Joyce Waller Daubenspeck, age 74, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, at Tri-Star Southern Hills. A native of Franklin, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Allen Waller and the late Elizabeth Ophelia Barnes Waller. She retired from Georgia Durango Boot after many years of service. She enjoyed gardening, arts and crafts, and fishing. She enjoyed more...

Jimmie Ray Martin

Jimmie Ray Martin

Apr 11, 2025

Jimmie Ray Martin, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Williamson Medical Center. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Hubert Thomas Martin or the late Jewell Lee Green. He retired from the City of Brentwood Water and Sewer Department and was a very hard worker. He enjoyed fishing and...

William Robert Adcock

William Robert Adcock

Apr 10, 2025

William Robert Adcock, affectionately known as Rob, went to be with Jesus April 10, 2025, at NHC Healthcare in Farragut, Tennessee. He was 56 years old.

Rob was born on June 14, 1968, in Nashville, Tennessee, and was raised on a farm in Nolensville. Approximately four years ago, he moved to Farragut, where he continued to bring light, laughter, and share...

Lester Hargrove

Lester Hargrove

Apr 10, 2025

Lester Hargrove, age 79, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at St. Thomas West Hospital. A native of Williamson County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late L.B. Hargrove and the late Mary Jane Conner Hargrove. He was a veteran serving in the United States Marine Corps. He spent his career as both a school bus driver and...

Ella Mai Owens

Ella Mai Owens

Apr 10, 2025

Ella Mai Owens, age 89 of Arrington, TN passed away April 10, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, J.H. & Evie Locke; husband, Tom Owens; son, Randall Bartlett; brothers, Gladston Locke, Garland Locke, Glenn Locke, Marshall Locke; sister, Doris Locke. Ella is survived by her sons, Howard (Vickie) Bartlett and Ricky (Amber) Owens; grandchildren, Cheryl Bartlett, Jamie...

Juanita Lee Ruth Boling

Juanita Lee Ruth Boling

Apr 9, 2025

Juanita “Nita” Lee Ruth Hannah Boling, 94, of Franklin, Tennessee, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. She prayed for the day when she could finally be in Jesus’ arms, She will be missed forever, but her family is so happy that she is with the Lord, running in the grass and hugging her mama—everything she said...

Wilda Southern Moss

Wilda Southern Moss

Apr 9, 2025

Wilda Southern Moss, age 88 of Franklin, TN passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025. Born in Maury County on July 24, 1936 to the late W.T. “Buster” Southern and Flaura Luster Sullivan Southern.

Preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Floyd Moss; great-grandson, Aiden McConnell; sisters, Delaine King and Rochelle McDonald; brothers, Ardna Southern and Dwight Southern.

Survived by...

Catherine Graham Nelson

Catherine Graham Nelson

Apr 8, 2025

Catherine Graham Nelson, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 87 on April 8, 2025. Born in Dumbarton, Scotland, Catherine immigrated to the United States in 1960, where she became a proud U.S. citizen and embraced a life filled with passion, dedication, and love for those around her. She was particularly proud of her Scottish...

Charles Eugene Bolton

Charles Eugene Bolton

Apr 8, 2025

Charles Eugene “Chuck” Bolton, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Williamson Medical Center. A native of Maury County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Eugene Wilson Bolton and the late Opal Beadle Bolton. He was a veteran serving in the United States Army. He spent his career with United Parcel Service (UPS), retiring after...

Col. (Ret.) Terrence Allen Smith

Col. (Ret.) Terrence Allen Smith

Apr 7, 2025

Terrence Allen “T.A.” Smith, peacefully crossed the veil into eternal life surrounded by his loved ones on April 7, 2025, from injuries sustained in a bicycle accident. T.A.’s lifelong desire to serve his God, family, country and community will be his legacy for those who loved him and beyond.

He is predeceased by his parents Paul W. and Betty R. (Neer)...

Judy Weppel Haltom

Judy Weppel Haltom

Apr 7, 2025

Judy Weppel Haltom, age 87, passed away on April 7th in Franklin, TN.

Judy was born in Fairfield, CT to Morton and Mildred Butler, who doted upon her and a brother, Robert.

After college, she worked in New York City for a few years, selling and modeling diamonds for Harry Winston. She famously modeled the diamonds Eddie Fisher bought for Liz Taylor.

She...