Recent Obituaries in Franklin, Tennessee
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Stephen Bertram Lisle
Aug 11, 2023
Stephen Bertram Lisle of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on August 11, 2023, at the age of 58.
Stephen, a Texan through and through, was born in Lufkin, Texas, about three hours from Dallas, home of his beloved Cowboys. He grew up idolizing legends like Coach Tom Landry and quarterback Roger Staubach, and was never happier than when the Cowboys won.
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William "Bill" Morris Lillard
Aug 10, 2023
William “Bill” “PopPop & Poppy” Morris Lillard, age 83 of Thompsons Station, TN passed away August 10, 2023. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Willie & Bernice Lillard. Bill retired from Colonial Bakery in Nashville, TN after 28 years of service. After retirement he went to work for Williamson County Parks & Recreation where he...
Bhupinder Singh Dhillon
Aug 9, 2023
Bhupinder Singh Dhillon passed away on August 9th 2023, at the age of 72. Born in Lucknow, India, the youngest of six siblings, Bhupinder emigrated to the US in the late 1970s.
In New York City, he worked his way up from hauling boxes for a clothing company to creating his own successful fashion brand, Designs by Vinnie, with his beloved...
John Kevin Grooms
Aug 4, 2023
John Kevin Grooms, age 33 of Franklin, TN passed away August 4, 2023. He was born in Nashville, TN to his parents, Garry and Sandra McWilliams Grooms. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Hansel “Hank” Grooms and Sue Doler Grooms; and grandfather, Cletus W. McWilliams. In addition to his parents he is survived by his brother, James Collin (Annie)...
Annie Lee Stewart Babcock
Aug 4, 2023
Annie Lee Stewart Babcock, age 91 of Franklin, TN passed away August 4, 2023. Annie was born in the Water Valley Community in Maury County, TN to the late Walker Jackson and Eunice Westmoreland Stewart. She was the oldest of thirteen children. She was a Marine Corp wife and lived in several states including California, Virginia and North Carolina. After...
Dan Pierce
Aug 2, 2023
Dan Lytle Pierce was a beloved member of the Williamson County community. Born on January 25, 1941, he spent his entire life in the county, forming deep connections with the people around him. He was the son of LeRoy and Leta Pierce, who instilled in him the values of hard work, love, and friendship.
Dan dedicated much of his life...
Joan Johnson Paschall
Aug 2, 2023
Joan Johnson Paschall, age 77, of Franklin, TN passed away August 2, 2023. She was born in Barnwell County, SC to the late Harry Ronald Johnson and Cornelia Crouch Johnson. She was a long standing member of Ackerman Chapter #198, Order of The Eastern Star, Williston, SC. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sister,...
Billy Charles Gage
Aug 2, 2023
Billy Charles Gage age 87, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away, Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Bill was born on July 2, 1936, in Bethel Spring, Tennessee to Lyman and Pearl Gage. He lived in St. Charles Missouri and Murray, Kentucky before moving to Franklin, Tennessee.
Bill graduated from the University of Tennessee, where he received his bachelor’s in electrical engineering....
Kenneth Neil Barnhill
Aug 1, 2023
Kenneth Neil Barnhill, age 86 of Franklin, TN passed away August 1, 2023 surrounded by his family. Neil was a lifelong resident of Williamson County. He was a 1955 graduate of Franklin High School. He attended many night classes over the years that led him to a successful career at Williamson Medical Center as the project manager. He retired...
Lyman “Buddy” M. Black, Jr.
Aug 1, 2023
Lyman “Buddy” M. Black Jr. was born in Greenville, South Carolina on July 26th, 1956 to Lyman and Jeanne Black. He died, surrounded by his loving family, in the wee hours of the morning on August 1st, 2023 after an eighteen-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
The first thing to say about Buddy is he was a man of absolute faith....
Tony D Dias
Jul 31, 2023
Tony D. Dias, age 61 of Winchester, TN was reunited with his son and parents in the early morning of July 31, 2023. He worked for the United States Postal Service for over 30 years where he started many friendships. He was a wonderful husband, father, and pappy and always made sure his family knew that they were loved. After...
Dominick Jude Amari
Jul 29, 2023
Dominick Jude Amari, beloved father, esteemed geologist, and former pilot in the USAF, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 29, 2023 at the age of 76.
Dominick is preceded in death by his father, Angelo Vincent Amari (senior) and his mother Maria Sara Amari. Dominick was born in Brooklyn and was raised in Massapequa NY. He Attended the...
Terry Lynn Fisher
Jul 29, 2023
Terry Lynn Fisher, age 65 of Franklin, TN passed away July 29, 2023. She was a woman full of talent and an amazing artist. She was a well-known local artist and created numerous murals throughout Franklin. She had a giving heart and showed that through her love of being a mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her...
Robert Milton Ryan
Jul 29, 2023
Robert Milton Ryan, age 93 of College Grove, TN passed away July 29, 2023. He was born in Williamson County, TN to the late Charles & Margaret Ryan. Robert was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp., serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a beloved shop teacher and carpenter in the Williamson County school system for...
Stephen Winfred Lineberry
Jul 28, 2023
Stephen Winfred LineberryAugust 8, 1961 to July 28, 2023
Steve came into this world like a Lion and peacefully departed life like a lamb. A man with many talents and interests, his curiosity regarding life was nothing short of amazing. Steve loved nothing more than a good debate regarding the opinions that he developed from the research he conducted...
Brantley Wescott
Jul 27, 2023
Dr. Brantley Wescott, a pharmacist and life-long resident of Middle Tennessee died unexpectedly on July 27th, 2023, at the age of 46.
Brantley is survived by his wife, Beth Walker; his children, Lucas Wescott and Katie Stumbaugh; his paternal grandmother Dorothy Wescott; his parents Thomas Wescott (and wife Melissa Wescott) and Janelle (Groom) Wright (and husband Paul Wright);...
Melvin Thomas Markham
Jul 27, 2023
Melvin Thomas Markham passed away peacefully at home July 27, 2023. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Marion and Ruby Markham. Melvin’s loved ones include his love of 23 years, Charlene Trice; Brother - David Earl Markham; Daughter - Alisha (Ron) Reeves; Son - Josh (Aimie) Markham; Grandchildren - Sam (Emily) Richardson, Drew Richardson, AnnaCaite Markham,...
John Aaron Rutledge, Jr.
Jul 26, 2023
John Aaron Rutledge, Jr. was born to John Aaron Rutledge, Sr. and Doris Tucker Rutledge on April 30, 1951. On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, after a long fight to recover from two open heart surgeries, John passed surrounded by his family and listening to one of his favorite hymns: "No Tears in Heaven."
Preceded in death by his...
Edward Clifford Holt
Jul 25, 2023
Edward Clifford Holt, age 86 of Columbia, TN passed away July 25, 2023. He was born and raised in Williamson County to the late Edgar and Mary Holt. He loved music and in his younger years he played and sang in a country bluegrass band. He was retired from Durango Boot where he was a warehouse manager for over 40...
Isaac Jeremias Leonardo Martinez
Jul 24, 2023
Isaac Jeremias Leonardo Martinez, age 3 of Nashville, TN passed away July 24, 2023. He loved all things Spider Man, food, dancing, animals, rocks, fishes, swimming, dancing, Paw Patrol and playing games. He is survived by his loving parents, Pablo Leonardo Cipres & Ruth Areli Martinez; grandparents, Marina Macias, Carlos & Aida Martinez, Abraham Leonardo & Maria DeJesùs; aunts...
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