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Recent Obituaries in Franklin, NC

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Franklin, NC area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Ruby Cabe

Ruby Cabe

Sep 24, 2024

Ruby J. Cabe, age 89, of Franklin, gained her eternal reward on the morning of Tuesday, September 24, 2024 while she was surrounded by her loving family. Ruby was born in Jackson County to the late James Leonard Jones and Ethel Fox Jones. She was a faithful and longtime member of Prentiss Church of God where she served in multiple...

Debbie Cutshaw

Debbie Cutshaw

Sep 24, 2024

Debra "Debbie" Ann Cutshaw, 67, of Franklin, NC, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Debbie was born in York, PA, to the late Arthur Beamer and Norma Mae Stottlemyer. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Eugene Cutshaw; sisters, Janet Trooper and Robin Miller. She enjoyed crafts and games. She was the secretary...

Dalton Mathis

Dalton Mathis

Sep 24, 2024

Dalton Anderson Mathis, age 23, passed away September 24, 2024. Dalton spent his short 23 years living life to the fullest and never missed a chance to be the life of the party. He loved football, especially the Seattle Seahawks and he loved being outside. He loved his family and friends, but more than anyone or anything- he loved his...

Patsy Stanley

Patsy Stanley

Sep 23, 2024

Patsy Stanley, age 64, passed away Monday, September 23, 2024, following an extended illness. She was born in Franklin to the late Leroy Stanley and Stella Webb Stanley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, David Stanley. Patsy enjoyed staying busy which included crafting, gardening, feeding the birds, and shopping. She will be remembered...

Kathy English

Kathy English

Sep 21, 2024

Kathy Andrewsen English Anderson, 71, peacefully passed through the veil on September 21, 2024, in her home after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born in Ft. Knox, Kentucky on October 10, 1952, to Walter (Andy) and Margaret Andrewsen. While there may not be any gold in those famous vaults anymore, she was a golden nugget to the world....

Sue Thorson

Sue Thorson

Sep 19, 2024

Sue Thorson, 78, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 19, 2024, after a declining illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Zorabel Altman; brothers, Norman and Richard Altman; and sister, Yvonne Altman Willis. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ron Thorson; daughter, Tammy McDowell (Dennis); daughter, Kim Clark (Richard); grandchildren, Shawna...

Geraldine Wylie

Geraldine Wylie

Sep 18, 2024

Geraldine "Gerry" Seiler Wylie, 87, of Franklin, NC, passed away on September 18, 2024, due to complications from congestive heart failure. Gerry was born on January 13, 1937, in Schertz, Guadalupe, Texas, to the late Arthur Ernst Seiler and Emma Alice Brotze. She grew up in Schertz, Texas, and had a joyful childhood surrounded by loving family and friends. Gerry...

Jeremy Angel

Jeremy Angel

Sep 17, 2024

Jeremy Chad Angel was born to Larry and Brenda Angel on August 27, 1976, in Macon County, North Carolina. He grew up in the Cullasaja community, attended Cullasaja Elementary, and was a member of Cullasaja Assembly of God. Jeremy's curiosity and fearlessness sometimes got him into interesting situations. At an early age, he was zooming through the kitchen in his...

Joe Scott

Joe Scott

Sep 14, 2024

Otto – Joe Dee Scott, 70, peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus at home on September 14th, 2024. Joe believed in living life to bring the love of Christ to others. He never met a stranger and always chose to see the absolute best in others. He shared whatever God gave him with those in need. Joe was not...

George Fritz

George Fritz

Sep 14, 2024

George Richard Fritz, Jr. 92, of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024. I arrived in this world at East side General Hospital, Detroit, MI on March 28, 1932, the first child and son of George R. Fritz and Catherine M. Wackley Fritz. I passed on to my eternal reward on September 14, 2024. I was preceded in death...

Danny Hancock

Danny Hancock

Sep 13, 2024

Danny Hancock, age 69, of Franklin, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024 due to injuries he sustained in an accident that occurred while he was performing one final act of selflessness. He was born in Illinois and lived much of his life in Corinth, Mississippi before moving to the mountains of Western North Carolina. He was preceded in death by...

Darrell Simons

Darrell Simons

Sep 11, 2024

Bobby Darrell Simons, 62, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Born in McDowell County, he was the son of Bob J. Simons and Joyce Stockton Stanfield, both of Franklin. He is survived by his three sons, Corey Simons, Chad (Erin) Simons, and Chase (Stephanie) Simons; one sister, Connie Simons Dills of Franklin; Four grandchildren, Carter, Jude, Alaric and...

Virgil Barnes

Virgil Barnes

Sep 10, 2024

Virgil Lee Barnes, born August 7th, 1952, in Southern California passed away at his home in Franklin, NC on September 10, 2024. Virgil lived a good and big, if not as long, life as he would have liked, leaving lasting memories with friends and family in California, Minnesota, and North Carolina. The oldest, along with two sisters Katy and Michelle,...

Mike Houston

Mike Houston

Sep 10, 2024

Allen Michael Houston, 81, of Highlands, NC, passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Michael was a Macon County native and was the son of the late William and Lelia Bolick Houston. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his children, William Earl Houston, Trina Lynn Houston and siblings, Lorena Phillips, Geneve Speed, and Frank Houston. He...

Celia Carpenter

Celia Carpenter

Sep 9, 2024

Celia Diane Carpenter, 61, of Franklin, NC, passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 9, 2024. She was born in Macon County to James and Doris Giles Carpenter. She was preceded in death by her son, Levi Fouts. She was retired from UPS and loved to travel. She loved to drive 18-wheeler and to make road trips. She was a beloved daughter...

John Martin

John Martin

Sep 9, 2024

John David Martin, 67, of Franklin, formerly of Raleigh and eastern North Carolina, went to be with the Lord on September 9, 2024. He was born in Greensboro, North Carolina on January 11, 1957, to the late Charles and Gladys Martin. He loved the Lord and was of the Church of God faith. He was a loving husband, brother, and...

James Sutton

James Sutton

Sep 9, 2024

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Bill Perry

Bill Perry

Sep 7, 2024

Claude "Bill" William Perry Jr, 84, of Franklin NC, left his earthly home to be with Jesus on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Bill was born in Miami, FL, to the late Claude Sr. and Elsie Jordan Perry. Bill joined the Air Force and went home for the weekend with a friend to South Dakota, and met the love of his...

Candice Elmore

Candice Elmore

Sep 6, 2024

Candie Elmore, age 53, passed away Friday, September 6, 2024. Candie was born in Charlotte and spent most of her life in Gastonia and Franklin. She spent her career in human resources with various organizations throughout the area- most recently with Drake Software. When she wasn't working or doting on her son, or her nieces and nephews, Candie could be...

Sadie Mccall

Sadie Mccall

Sep 5, 2024

Sadie Jane McCall, 54, of Franklin, NC passed away on September 5, 2024. She was born on August 29, 1970, in Rabun County to the late Leon and Halley McCall. She was a native of Macon County and enjoyed the mountains and being outdoors. She liked to spend time gardening and canning. She was a loving mother and friend and...

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