Obituaries
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Franklin, & Simpson County, KY
Charles Richard Barnes, Jr.
Sep 13, 2026
Charles Richard Barnes Jr., born on January 17, 1937, in Pierron, Illinois, peacefully departed this life on September 13, 2026, at his residence in Franklin, KY. A devoted family man, dedicated educator, and talented musician, Charles lived a life filled with love, passion, and creativity.
Charles proudly served his country in the U.S. Army before embarking on a long and fulfilling...
Debra Yolanda Massey
Sep 12, 2026
Debra Yolanda Massey, a devoted family woman, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12th, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on a chilly Monday, December 24th, 1956, in Nashville, TN, Debra brought warmth and joy to all who knew her.
A dedicated Deputy Jailer at the Simpson County Jail, Debra was known for her unwavering commitment and service to her...
Susan Law
Sep 11, 2026
Janet Susan Law, a cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother, and dear friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Friday, September 11th, 2026. She was born on Monday, October 6th, 1958, in Franklin, KY, and remained a beloved member of the community throughout her life.
Susan is survived by her loving husband of 21 years and partner...
Teresa Faye (Stanley) Watwood
Sep 6, 2026
Teresa Faye (Stanley) Watwood, 67, a beloved and devoted wife, step-mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Sunday, September 6th, 2026 at her residence with her husband, Eddie by her side. She was born on Tuesday, March 31st, 1959 to Faye and Ralph Stanley. Teresa was a lifelong resident of Franklin, KY, where she built a life filled with...
Penny Ann (McCoy) Johnson
Sep 6, 2026
Penny Ann (McCoy) Johnson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the TriStar Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, TN. Born on October 3rd, 1963, in Fountain Run, KY, Penny lived a life full of love, compassion, and kindness that touched all who knew her.
Penny is survived by her husband of...
James Harry King
Sep 1, 2026
James Harry King, 90, of Franklin, KY, passed into eternal rest at home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, leaving behind cherished memories with his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
James, affectionately known as Harry, was born in Oakville, KY to the late Melville Anderson and Lola Ruth (Lambirth) King. At a young age, the family...
Debbie Elaine Ford
Aug 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Debbie Elaine Ford, who departed from this world on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the age of 70. A beloved resident of Franklin, KY, Debbie was born in Simpson County, Kentucky on December 2, 1955.
Debbie worked as a radiologist at Urgent Care and worked as a beautician for many...
Jim Brantley
Aug 22, 2026
James "Jim" Dewey Brantley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and son, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on Monday, June 21st, 1954, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Jim moved to Bowling Green, KY when he married his wife in 1981.
Jim is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 45 years, Jane Garrett Brantley,...
Janelle McGee
Aug 22, 2026
Janelle F. McGee, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the Franklin community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on Tuesday, June 28th, 1955, in Franklin, KY, Janelle lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to her community.
Janelle was a devoted educator, sharing her passion for learning with...
Carl Myers Gregory, Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carl Myers Gregory, Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, and veteran, who passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21st, 2026, at the age of 96 at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. Carl was a resident of Franklin, KY at the Southern Kentucky Assisted Living Center,...
Mike Link
Aug 14, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Sidney Link, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, who left us on Friday, August 14th, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on November 9th, 1953, in Tucson, Arizona, Mike was a longtime resident of Franklin, Kentucky.
Mike led a life rich in love, adventure, faith and...
Eva Jeanette Holleman
Aug 10, 2026
Eva Jeanette Holleman, a beloved resident of Franklin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10th, 2026, at the age of 90 at the Hospice House of Southern Kentucky in Bowling Green, KY. She was born on Thursday, July 16th, 1936, in Macon County, TN. Eva led a life full of love and dedication to her family
Eva is remembered fondly...
Jerry Wayne Goodrum, Sr.
Aug 8, 2026
Jerry Wayne Goodrum, Sr., a beloved resident of Franklin, KY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, at the age of 74 at Creekwood Nursing & Rehabilitation in Russellville, KY. Born on Wednesday, August 29th, 1951, in Franklin, KY, Jerry was a lifelong member of the community he cherished deeply.
Jerry was a proud graduate of Franklin Simpson High School,...
Maverick John Nathaniel West
Aug 6, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Maverick John Nathaniel West, cherished son, grandson, sibling, and a beacon of love to his family. Maverick was born on Thursday, August 6th, 2026, in Glasgow, Kentucky, and on the same blessed day, he left us to be in eternal peace.
His arrival was eagerly anticipated and celebrated by his family.
Maverick is survived...
Jerry Allen Ausbrooks
Aug 5, 2026
Jerry Allen Ausbrooks, a cherished husband, beloved father, and respected community member, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 5th, 2026, at the age of 75 at his residence. Born on May 28th, 1951, in Simpson County, KY, Jerry spent his life surrounded by family and friends in Franklin, KY, where he left a lasting impact on everyone he encountered.
Jerry is...
Gwendolyn Anita Russell
Aug 5, 2026
Gwendolyn Anita Russell, born on Saturday, June 15th, 1946, in Franton, Indiana, peacefully passed away on, Wednesday, August 5th, 2026 at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY. A long-time resident of Franklin, KY, Gwendolyn lived a life filled with warmth and resilience.
A dedicated laborer, Gwendolyn served diligently for 25 years at The Lenk Company, later known as The Drackett...
Linda Forshee Lainesse
Aug 4, 2026
Linda Forshee Lainesse, of Franklin, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on Wednesday, January 7th, 1948, in Goodlettsville, TN,
She is survived by her husband, Denis Lainesse; her daughter, Linda Brewster, and son-in-law, Tim, both of Franklin, KY; her daughter-in-law, Nancy Forshee, also of Franklin, KY; and her grandson, Michael Brewster. She...
Zackary Tyler Jones
Aug 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Zackary Tyler Jones, who left this world on Monday, August 3rd, 2026, at the age of 33. Born on Monday, November 2nd, 1992, in Bowling Green, KY. Zack touched the lives of many with his warmth and kindness.
Zack's passions were as diverse as they were vibrant; he found joy...
Priscilla Kay Postins
Aug 3, 2026
Priscilla Kay Postins, age 82, of Franklin, Kentucky, died peacefully at home on Monday, August 3, 2026. She lived a life devoted to her family and community.
Kay was born in Lewisburg, Tennessee, to RV Gupton and Edna McKnight Gupton. She graduated from Marshall County High School and attended Middle Tennessee State College, where she met Gene Postins, her husband of...
Randall Blake Hesson
Aug 1, 2026
Randall Blake Hesson, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, at the age of 43. He was born on Tuesday, October 5th, 1982, in Franklin, KY,
Randall was a dedicated laborer at JC Pole Barns. Outside of work, he had a passion for wrestling and enjoyed the thrill of gambling, hobbies that brought him joy.
He is survived by his two...
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