Obituaries
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Franklin, & Simpson County, KY
Christopher Morgan Allen
Mar 1, 2026
Christopher Morgan Allen, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the age of 58. Born in Springfield, TN, on March 16, 1967, Chris was a devoted family man.
Chris is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Michelle Allen, and son, Tylar Allen, both of Franklin, KY. He is also survived...
Elisa Ann Spivey
Feb 27, 2026
Elisa Ann Spivey, a cherished resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27th, 2026, at the age of 61. Born on January 9th, 1965, in her beloved hometown of Franklin, Elisa lived a life filled with love, family, and a passion for caring for animals.
Elisa was a proud graduate of Franklin-Simpson High School. She was known for her...
Brenda Kaye Perdue
Feb 22, 2026
Brenda Kaye Perdue, a cherished resident of Franklin, KY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on Saturday, November 21, 1953, in Franklin, KY, Brenda remained a beloved member of her community throughout her life.
A 1971 alumnus of Franklin-Simpson High School, Brenda dedicated 41 years to her occupation in accounts payable, with the...
Marian Joyce Embry
Feb 20, 2026
Mrs. Marian Joyce Embry, age 79, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY.
Her wishes were to be cremated with no services.
Marian was born on October 30, 1946 in Logan County, KY to the late Louise (Wolfe) Covington and the late Maron Covington. She is also preceded in death by...
David Ray Acrey
Feb 16, 2026
David Ray Acrey, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, peacefully passed away on Monday, February 16th, 2026, at the age of 74 at his residence. He was born on Wednesday, August 8th, 1951, in New Castle, Indiana.
David was a welder at Dayton Walther. Beyond his work, his passions included riding horses and spending quality time with his family, especially...
Ruby Mae Taylor
Feb 15, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ruby Mae Taylor, a beloved wife, mother, Nanna, and sister, who departed this world on Sunday, February 15th, 2026, at the age of 82. Ruby was a cherished resident of Louisville, KY, though she began her journey in Franklin, KY, where she was born on Monday, July 26th, 1943.
Ruby was the devoted...
Harris Wayne Carver
Feb 14, 2026
Harris Wayne Carver, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 14th, 2026 at 2:10 PM at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. Born on Friday, October 31st, 1958, in Franklin, KY, where he lived all his life.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 45 years, Carol Carver of Franklin, KY. He leaves...
James Daniel "Danny" Link
Feb 9, 2026
James Daniel “Danny” Link, born December 7, 1950, of Franklin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully at 9:20 a.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026 at the Green Acres Nursing Facility in Mayfield, KY.
Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Friday, February 13, 2026 at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral service will be held Friday, at 1:00 PM at...
Thelma Dee Johns
Feb 4, 2026
Thelma Dee Johns, a beloved resident of the Prices Mill Community in Simpson Co. KY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, at the age of 93 at the Medical Center in Franklin, KY. Born on October 25th, 1932, in Simpson County, Kentucky, Thelma lived a life full of love, devotion, and service to her family and community.
A dedicated...
Mary Ellen Like
Jan 26, 2026
Mary Ellen Like, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 26th, 2026, at the age of 82 at the Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY. Born on Tuesday, March 30th, 1943, in East St. Louis, IL.
Mary Ellen dedicated her professional life to customer service at Peytons Distribution, where her warm smile and kind...
Larry John Hayes
Jan 25, 2026
Mr. Larry John Hayes, age 53, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at his residence in Franklin, KY.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory in Franklin, KY. A memorial service will be held Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00 PM at the...
E. Jerldean Colbert
Jan 21, 2026
E. Jerldean "Jerri" Colbert, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 21st, 2026, at The Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY, at the age of 80. Born in Manila, AR, on January 15th, 1946, Jerri lived a life full of love.
Jerri was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Davenport and Zella Mae (Hornbuckle) Davenport, her...
Tiffany Dawn Clark
Jan 15, 2026
Ms. Tiffany Dawn Clark, age 56, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at The Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY. She was just shy of her 57th birthday, born on January 24, 1969, in Tennessee.
Tiffany cared for others as a self-employed Home Health Aide, enriching the daily lives of many with kindness. Her nurturing spirit extended...
Brooklyn Marie Embree
Jan 8, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Brooklyn Marie Embree, a beloved daughter, sister, niece and friend. Brooklyn passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8th, 2026, at the age of 36, in Louisville, KY. She was born on Sunday, September 24th, 1989, in Atlanta, GA, and spent her formative years in Franklin, KY.
Brooklyn was a 2008...
Shirley Jean Jones
Jan 1, 2026
Mrs. Shirley Jones, a beloved resident of Portland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1st, 2026, at the age of 76 at the Signature Healthcare of Portland, TN. Born on Tuesday, July 5th, 1949, in Searights, Pennsylvania, Shirley was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Shirley is survived by her devoted husband of 43 years, Terry Jones. She...
Richard "Ricky" Wayne Bilbrey
Dec 30, 2025
Mr. Richard "Ricky" Wayne Bilbrey passed away on Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 at 9:30 AM, at the Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY, at the age of 63.
Born on Monday, March 26th, 1962, in Simpson County, Kentucky.
Richard was a self-employed farm hand.
He is survived by his mother, Edna (Jent) Bunch; his son, Josh Wayne Bilbrey, and daughter-in-law, Jennifer of Owensboro,...
Edna Jane Ellis
Dec 25, 2025
Mrs. Edna Jane Ellis, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 25th, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on Wednesday, November 19th, 1930, in Woodburn, KY, Edna was a cherished member of the Franklin community, where she resided for many years.
Edna was preceded in death by her loving parents, Henry and Mallie (Daniels)...
Maxie Carol Key
Dec 23, 2025
Maxie Carol Kinser Key, 86, of Franklin, Kentucky passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 23rd. She will be greeted by her husband of 62 years to celebrate Christmas together this season.
Maxie was born on May 22, 1939 in Edmonson County to the late Carlos Kinser and the late Alma (Dalton) Kinser and was a longtime resident of Franklin, Kentucky where...
Ronald Morris Jent
Dec 21, 2025
Ronald Morris Jent, a cherished resident of Franklin, Kentucky, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, December 21st, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on Tuesday, July 18th, 1939, in Kentucky, Ronald spent a life deeply rooted in faith, family, and community service.
A graduate of Franklin-Simpson High School, class of 1958, Ronald dedicated over three decades to the...
Essie Lee Embry
Dec 16, 2025
Mr. Essie Lee Embry, age 75, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY.
Mr. Embry's wishes are to be cremated. His family will be having a celebration of life at a later date.
Lee was born on March 27, 1950 in Morgantown, KY to the late Lucian and Lorine Embry. He...
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