Obituaries
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Franklin, & Simpson County, KY
Annetta Watkins
Jul 31, 2026
Mrs. Annetta Watkins, of Franklin, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31st, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on Sunday, November 2nd, 1947, in Kentucky,
Annetta was an antique dealer, self-employed and passionate about her work.
She is survived by her sister, Viola Hudson of Rockfield, KY, two nieces, Felicea Waldrop of Morgantown, KY and Teresa Robertson of Center, KY;...
William "Bill" Otis Sanders
Jul 29, 2026
Bill O. Sanders, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and veteran, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29th, 2026, at the age of 74. A native of Tallahassee, FL, he was born on Tuesday, October 30th, 1951, in Macon, GA. William's life was marked by service, love, and dedication to his family and country.
Bill proudly served in the United States Air...
Elaine Hanley
Jul 26, 2026
Elaine Hanley, a cherished member of the Franklin community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26th, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on Friday, October 1st, 1948, in Franklin, KY,
A devoted mother, she is survived by her six loving children: Terrie Switzer of Russellville, KY, Lisa Carter (Greg) of Bowling Green, KY, James Byrum (Con) of Franklin, KY, Mark...
Allyson Grace Denton
Jul 15, 2026
Allyson Grace Denton, a beloved mother, daughter, fiance' and friend, passed away on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, at the age of 22. Born on Monday, February 16th, 2004, in Springfield, TN, Allyson was a devoted stay-at-home mom.
Allyson resided in Simpson County, KY, where she created a warm and loving home for her dear daughter, Presley Jade Denton. Allyson's love for...
Wayne May
Jul 15, 2026
Stephen Wayne May, a resident of Franklin, KY, left his earthly home to make resident in his heavenly one on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, at the age of 76, alongside his beloved wife and other special family present. Wayne was born on April 30, 1950, at 8:45 p.m. at Carter Moore Hospital in Franklin, Kentucky, to the late Robert London...
Sharon Ann Bush
Jul 10, 2026
Sharon Ann Bush, a beloved member of the Simpson County community, passed away on Friday, July 10th, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on March 5th, 1951, in Franklin, KY.
Sharon's wishes are to be cremated with a private service.
She was a graduate of Franklin-Simpson High School. Sharon's most recent long term employment was at Bingo Fantastic and she took...
Mae Dean Williams
Jul 9, 2026
Mae Dean Williams, a beloved member of the Franklin, KY community, passed away on Thursday, July 9th, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on Friday, December 9th, 1932, in Sand Springs, OK, Mae lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a passion for her favorite sports and hobbies.
Mae spent her professional career as a Registered Nurse at the...
Virginia Louise Baker
Jul 5, 2026
Virginia Louise Baker, a beloved member of the Franklin, Kentucky community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 95. Born in Adairville, Kentucky, Virginia was a cherished daughter of the late Lawrence Gregory and Ethel Cleo (Rogers) Gregory.
Throughout her life, Virginia dedicated herself to her family and her passions. Self-employed as a caregiver, she touched...
Leroy Glenn Brown
Jul 4, 2026
Leroy Glenn Brown, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully at his home in Franklin, Kentucky on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on May 8, 1944, Leroy was a cherished member of the community and racing world.
Leroy was a proud member of the Franklin-Simpson High School class of 1963. After graduation, he bravely...
James Bronson Rohrs
Jul 2, 2026
James Bronson Rohrs, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the age of 50 at his home. Born on April 17, 1976, in Bowling Green, KY, Bronson was a cherished resident of Franklin, KY, where he spent most of his life surrounded by family and friends.
Bronson was a proud graduate of...
Al Williams
Jun 29, 2026
Alvis Coker Williams, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Franklin, KY, at the age of 61. Born on December 1, 1964, Al was a lifelong resident of Franklin, where he built a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
A proud graduate of the 1983 class of Franklin-Simpson High School,...
Carroll Lynn Carver
Jun 24, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Carroll Lynn Carver announces his passing on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the age of 59. Carroll was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a resident of Franklin, KY, and was born in Gallatin, TN.
Carroll will be remembered by his two sons, David B. Carver and Brian Carver,...
Brenda Joan Anderson
Jun 16, 2026
Brenda Joan "Joanie" Anderson, 76, a cherished member of the Franklin, Kentucky community, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Born on February 13, 1950, in Orlinda, Tennessee, Brenda embraced life with warmth, creativity, and unmatched kindness.
Brenda is lovingly remembered by her son, Bruce Anderson, and her adored grandchildren, Jazmine Anderson and Jaxson Ranburger, all of...
Jonathan Clinton Marshall Vaughn
Jun 13, 2026
Mr. Jonathan Clinton Marshall Vaughn, age 39 of Franklin, KY., passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026 at his residence.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. Cremation will follow the visitation.
Jonathan was born May 20, 1987 in Bowling Green, KY.
He was preceded in death by his father, Johnny...
Mark Steven Andrews
Jun 9, 2026
Mark Steven Andrews, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at the age of 65. Mark was born on Thursday, December 22nd, 1960, in Franklin, KY, where he lived his entire life, nurturing his passions for farming, family, and community.
Mark was an alumnus of Franklin-Simpson High School, graduating with the class of 1978....
Henrietta Marlin
Jun 9, 2026
Henrietta Marlin, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026, at the age of 85, at the Franklin-Simpson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Franklin, KY. She was born on Thursday, September 12th, 1940, in Sumner County, Tennessee.
Henrietta was a laborer at Kendall Company/Berry Plastics. She was a graduate of Portland High School in Portland, TN. She had a...
Kim Marie Cooper
May 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kim Marie Cooper, who left us on Wednesday, May 27th, 2026. Born on February 25th, 1970, in Poughkeepsie, NY, Kim was a resident of Simpson County, KY, where she spent many wonderful years bringing love to those around her.
Kim dedicated her professional life as an Office Manager at Valley...
Eurene Ellis
May 26, 2026
Eurene Baker Ellis, of Sonora, KY formerly of Franklin, KY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on December 2nd, 1930, in Franklin, KY.
Eurene was the daughter of the late Elbert and Letha (Netherton) Baker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ellis; a son, Barry Ellis; and her...
David Ray "Rooster" McCormick
May 24, 2026
David Ray "Rooster" McCormick of Scottsville, KY, departed this life on Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born on Saturday, June 22nd, 1957, in Logan County, Kentucky.
David is survived by his family, including siblings, Kenneth McCormick of Bowling Green, KY, Ronnie McCormick of Franklin, KY, and Sherry Byrd of Franklin, KY, as well as several...
Glenda VanDyke Taylor
May 20, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenda VanDyke Taylor, who peacefully left this world on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026, at the age of 88. A cherished resident of Franklin KY, Glenda was born in Memphis, TN, on Saturday July 17, 1937 and graduated High School in Lexington, TN. She spent her last few years at...
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