Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Mrs. Willodeen Spain
Feb 4, 2015
Mrs. Willodeen Rogers Spain, age 90 of Nashville, TN passed away February 4, 2015. Member of McKendree United Methodist Church and active with United Methodist Women. Preceded in death by husband, Melvin C. Spain, Sr. Survived by: son, Melvin, Jr. (Edie) Spain; daughter, Linda (Mike) Brown; brother, Jimmie Lee (Peggy) Rogers; grandson, Trey (Lyndsey) Spain & great granddaughter, Madison C....
James McMillan
Feb 3, 2015
Mr. James Lewis McMillan, age 82 of Franklin, TN passed away February 3, 2015. A member of Berry's Chapel Church of Christ and a lifetime resident of Williamson County. A veteran of the US Army and retired from the TN Army National Guard after 30 years of service. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. Preceded in death...
Mrs. Dina Bailey
Feb 1, 2015
Mrs. Dina Sue Grubb Bailey, age 76, was born July 2, 1938 and went to be with the Lord February 1, 2015. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Spring Hill, TN. She was preceded in death by her parents, L. H. "Cotton" and Georgia Grubb and her loving husband, Don Bailey. She is survived by her three...
Connie Adams
Jan 31, 2015
Mrs. Connie Ann Adams, age 65 of Antioch, TN, formerly of Franklin, TN passed away at her home on January 31, 2015. Born in Franklin, TN to the late Ernest & Frances Gunnells Adams. She loved art, music, shopping and gardening. Survived by husband, James Utley III of Antioch, TN; sisters, Debbie (Jackie) Bennett of Thompsons Station, TN and Pattie...
Barbara Hurd
Jan 31, 2015
Barbara Ann Hurd, age 71, Franklin, TN passed away January 31, 2015. She was a homemaker. Preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Eloise Denhoff Stephens. Survived by husband, Norman Hurd; sons, Sanford (Christy) Brotzman, Chris (Stacy) Hurd and Jeremy (Lisa) Hurd; daughter, Sherry (Duane) Thompson; brother, Larry Stephens, Sr.; sister, Betty Drake; nine grandchildren and two step grandchildren. Memorials...
William Brewer
Jan 31, 2015
Mr. William "Bill" David Brewer, age 84 of Brentwood, TN passed away January 31, 2015 at his home. Born in Fayetteville, TN to the late Richard Brewer & Anne Solomon. He served in the US Air Force for 22 years, retiring in 1970. After serving in the military he became a contractor and retired in 1986. Masonic member, originally joining...
William Long III
Jan 31, 2015
Dr. William Henry Long, born September 20, 1928 in Decatur, AL died January 31, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, Judge W. Henry Long, Jr. and Sarah Lapsley Long; and son, William Pratt Long. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janice Rogers Long of Franklin, TN; daughters, Jan (Robert) Williams of Rayville, LA and Nancy (Daniel)...
Mrs. Beverly Glenn
Jan 30, 2015
Mrs. Sue Ladd Glenn, age 58 of Spring Hill, TN passed away January 30, 2015. She was with the City of Spring Hill in the Codes Department for fifteen years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Helen Ladd and brother, Wayne Ladd. Survived by husband, Jackie Glenn of Spring Hill, TN; sons, Brad (Ashley) Skinner of...
Andrew Burns
Jan 28, 2015
Andrew David Burns passed away on January 28th, 2015. He was a loving son, a thoughtful brother, and a loyal friend. He pursued learning throughout his life and his insatiable curiosity found a home in a wide variety of interests and pursuits. His passions included salsa dancing, classical music, cricket, stand-up comedy, piano, ice skating and tennis. He was a...
Clyde Caldwell
Jan 28, 2015
Mr. Clyde Lewis Caldwell, age 93 of Franklin, TN passed away January 28, 2015 in Franklin, TN. Born in Williamson Co. to the late Wallace & Martha Osborne Caldwell. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during WWII, made his life as a farmer and he loved baseball. Preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters. Survived...
Grace Lovell
Jan 27, 2015
Mrs. Grace Helen Lovell, age 86 of Franklin, TN passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, Joel P. Lovell, Sr.; son, Joel P. "Phil" Lovell, Jr. & grandchild, Joel P. Lovell III. Survived by: daughters, Carol Lovell (Billy) McArthur & Judy Lovell; sons, Bobby (Carolyn Stevens) Lovell & Chip (Christy) Lovell; daughter in law, Donna Lovell;...
John Janatsch
Jan 27, 2015
John J. Janatsch Age 91, passed away on January 27, 2015 in Franklin, TN. John was born on November 27, 1923 in Trenton, New Jersey and lived with his parents and eight brothers and sisters in the Bronx, New York. John joined the Marine Corps during WWII and served in the Pacific. After his service, John returned to New York...
Billy DuPree, Jr.
Jan 27, 2015
Mr. Billy Gene DuPree, Jr., age 51, of Spring Hill, TN passed away January 27, 2015, from cancer. Bill attended several churches over the years and is a Christian. He worked as a baker, in a family bakery in Georgia for many years and continued baking/cooking at Cracker Barrel(where he met his wife Pam) and Grocery Delis, most recently at...
Gregory Werle
Jan 26, 2015
Mr. Gregory "Greg" Wayne Werle, age 61 of Smyrna, TN, January 26, 2015. He loved music, a great musician and was always helping others. Member of Father's House Church in LaVergne, TN. Survived by mother, Catherine Werle Smith of Missouri; wife of forty years, Kathy Werle of Smyrna, TN; son, Josh (Lori) Werle of Nolensville, TN; daughter, Deon (Jim) Merkling...
Robert Beikert, Sr.
Jan 26, 2015
Robert Carl "Bob" Beikert, Sr., age 84, peacefully went home to heaven on January 26, 2015 surrounded by his wife and children. He was born March 26, 1930 in Butler, PA to the late Andrew and Margaret (Callen) Beikert who instilled in him the virtues of hard work, integrity, and frugality. After graduating Butler HS 1948, The King's College 1954,...
Judy King
Jan 26, 2015
Mrs. Judy Ann King, age 66 of Franklin, TN passed away January 26, 2015. Lifelong resident of Williamson County, TN. Home health nurse for several years. Preceded in death by parents, Robert Scales Hood, Jr. & Margaret Jean Smithson Hood; brothers, Larry "Lard" Hood & David "Cuckabur" Hood. Survived by: husband of 47 years, Gene D. King; sons, Tim &...
Anthony Mangrum
Jan 25, 2015
Mr. Anthony "Pop" Mangrum, age 53 of Chapel Hill, TN formerly of Franklin, TN passed away January 25, 2015. Member of Chapel Hill Church of Christ. Loving father, grandfather, son & brother. Preceded in death by mother, Mae Mangrum & brother, Billy Riggins. Survived by: son, Justin (Jennifer) Mangrum; daughter, Jessica Mangrum; father, Joe Mangrum; brother, Joey (Judy) Mangrum; sister,...
Deborah Clarke
Jan 25, 2015
Deborah Marie Johnson Clarke, Deborah will be fondly remembered for her deep love for her family and friends, her generosity to numerous individuals, her thoughtfulness in remembering special days and ability to make each day special. Anyone that knew Deborah will miss her one of a kind approach to life. We lost Deborah to the ages on January 25, 2015,...
Mary Janicak
Jan 25, 2015
Mrs. Mary Virginia "Jeannie" Janicak, age 88 of Franklin, TN passed away January 25, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, Charles Joseph Janicak. Survived by: son, Steven (Liz) Janicak; grandchildren, Lauren & Kimberly Janicak; several nieces, nephews and other loving family members. Funeral Mass will be conducted 10:00 AM Saturday, January 31, 2015 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 535 Sneed...
Anthony Stutts
Jan 25, 2015
Mr. Anthony "Tony" Ray Stutts, age 54 of Thompson's Station, TN passed away January 25, 2015 at his home. He loved gardening, hunting, fishing and most importantly life. Preceded in death by sister, Linda Farmer. Survived by father, Billy Ray Stutts of Thompson's Station, TN; mother, Rose Marie McNabb of Thompson's Station, TN; half-brothers, Bobby Stutts and Donnie Stutts both...
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