Obituaries
Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Franklin, & Simpson County, KY
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...
Melinda "Lindy" Ruth Sledge
Dec 16, 2025
Mrs. Melinda "Lindy" Ruth Sledge, age 67, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Ascension St. Thomas Hospital West in Nashville, TN.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. A Celebration of Life service will be held the same day, Sunday, December...
George O. Crabtree, Sr.
Dec 15, 2025
Mr. George O. Crabtree, Sr., age 89, of Franklin, Kentucky, entered into rest Monday, December 15, 2025 at the Medical Center of Bowling Green, Kentucky.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church at 804 Church Street, Franklin, KY. 42134. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. at...
James Richard Wheet
Dec 14, 2025
Mr. James Richard Wheet, age 65, of Bowling Green, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 6:37 PM at his residence.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Greenlawn Cemetery, 420 Cemetery Street in Franklin, KY.
James was born on July 24, 1960 in Jefferson County, KY to the late Bessie Wheet.
He...
Tammy Sue Johnson
Dec 14, 2025
Mrs. Tammy Sue Johnson, age 58, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 10:28 AM at the Medical Center of Bowling Green, KY.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. Visitation will continue on Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 6:00 AM to 2:00...
William Estell "Gilbert" Ranburger
Dec 11, 2025
Mr. William “Gilbert” Ranburger, age 82 of Franklin, KY, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY.
Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. Masonic Rights will be held on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Monday, December...
Rebecca Jane Taylor Carr
Dec 8, 2025
Rebecca Jane Richardson Taylor Carr, was born on June 12, 1929 at home in Oakville, KY in Logan County to Thurmond and Nell Richardson. Becky married Eli Vincent Taylor, Jr. on April 6, 1947. After Vince’s passing on September 15, 1991, Becky married Joe Carr in January 1996.
Becky is survived by two children, Claudia Jane Lennon (Thomas) and David Vincent...
Joe Freeman
Dec 7, 2025
Mr. Joe Freeman, age 71 of Franklin, KY, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 11:16 am at his residence.
Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, December 9, 2025 and from 6:00 AM until 1:00 PM Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home with burial to follow...
David Michael McDonald
Dec 2, 2025
Mr. David "Rooster" McDonald, age 78, of Woodburn, KY, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at his residence.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory in Franklin, KY. Funeral services will be held the same day, Saturday, December 6th at 1:00 PM with interment to follow in...
John Christopher Curry
Nov 29, 2025
Mr. John Christopher Curry, age 61, of Portland, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 5:22 PM at the TriStar Portland ER in Portland, TN.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory in Franklin, KY. Visitation will continue on Friday, December 5, 2025 from 6:00...
Rickey Lee Woodard
Nov 27, 2025
Mr. Rickey Lee Woodard, age 63, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at the TriStar Skyline Regional Medical Center in Nashville, TN.
Mr. Woodard's wishes are to be cremated with no services.
Rickey was born on May 28, 1962 in Carthage, TN to the late Bradford “Brad” Woodard and the late Dorothy “Reese” Woodard.
He is survived by one...
Patricia Charlene Redferrin
Nov 25, 2025
Ms. Patricia Charlene Redferrin, age 65, of Adams, TN, passed away on November 25th, 2025 at the Northcrest Medical Center in Springfield, TN.
Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1:00 PM at funeral home with burial to follow in the...
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