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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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Frank Kerns

Frank Kerns

Dec 26, 2020

Mr. Frank Wayne Kerns, 66, of Franklin, NC passed away Saturday December 26, 2020. Frank was born July 27, 1954 in Dallas, Texas to the late Ronald G. and Avis Ann Wyatt Kerns. Frank was a handyman by trade and enjoyed his work. No local services are scheduled at this time Condolences can be sent to the family at www.maconfuneralhome.com...

Henry Austin

Henry Austin

Dec 24, 2020

Mr. Henry Morris Austin Jr. 65, of Franklin, NC passed away December 24, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Henry was born October 10, 1955 to the late Henry Morris Austin Sr and Roberta May Austin. In addition to his parents, Henry is preceded by his brother in-law; LaVern Rothfuss Surviving Henry is his wife of 33...

Donald Tallent

Donald Tallent

Dec 24, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Bruce Tallent announces his death on December 24, 2020. Born on September 8, 1968, Bruce made his living first by splicing cable, but he was best known by the locals as a worker and co-owner at Tallent's Produce Stand. He was a caring person who loved to spoil the children...

Loren Sterling

Loren Sterling

Dec 23, 2020

Mr. Loren Hugh Sterling, 72, of Franklin, NC passed away Wednesday December 23, 2020 at his home. Loren was born November 27, 1948 in Inyokern California to the late Jesse and Agnes Sterling. Loren is also preceded by a son; Michael Sterling, sister and brother in-law; Denise and Art Becker. Surviving him is his wife of 19 years, Mary Hall...

Ruth Enloe

Ruth Enloe

Dec 23, 2020

Mrs. Ruth Elizabeth Enloe, 101, of Franklin, NC passed away at Grandview Manor Wednesday, December 23, 2020. She was born October 16, 1919 in Lawrence, Essex County, Massachusetts to the late Arthur Raymond and Ruth E. Remick Drummond. In addition to her parents, Ruth is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Jeff H. Enloe, brothers, Arthur Drummond,...

Jo Ann Sloan

Jo Ann Sloan

Dec 22, 2020

Jo Ann Raulerson Sloan was a lady, and a lady always knows when it's time to leave. Jo Ann, age 90, made her graceful exit from this world on December 22, 2020 at Grandview Manor in Franklin, NC. Jo Ann was born in Ft. Pierce, FL on July 22, 1930. She was a third generation native Floridan born to Alfred...

Doris Hurst

Doris Hurst

Dec 21, 2020

Doris "Deanie" Hurst, 81 of Franklin, went to her heavenly home on Monday, December 21, 2020. Deanie was born in Rabun County, the daughter of the late J.C. and Jessie Faye McClure Watts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Harrison Watts; a sister, Reba Grist; uncles who were like brothers, Donald, Lewis, and...

Raymond Wilkes

Raymond Wilkes

Dec 21, 2020

Mr. Raymond Wilkes, 84, of Cullowhee, NC passed away Monday December 21, 2020 in Mission Hospital in Asheville NC. Raymond was born August 26, 1936 in Jackson County North Carolina to the late John and Tilitha Haskett Wilkes. In addition to his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by a brother; Charles Wilkes and sister; Thelma Buchanan Surviving Raymond are...

Donald Scheetz

Donald Scheetz

Dec 20, 2020

Donald Harry Scheetz, born on October 28, 1936, passed from this life on December 20, 2020. There are many things he will be remembered for and at the top of the list is his love for his family. He was an excellent provider and a fantastic husband, father, and grandfather. A retired New York City Firefighter, Mr. Scheetz was always...

Joseph Brooks

Joseph Brooks

Dec 19, 2020

Joseph Richman (Rich) Brooks, Jr. of Franklin, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest to join our Savior in Heaven on December 19, 2020 at the age of 87. He was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey on June 28, 1933 to the late Joseph Richman and Bessie Abigail Brooks. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Jimi Mehta

Jimi Mehta

Dec 18, 2020

Franklin - Dr. Jimi Mehta, 83, passed away peacefully at his home on December 18, 2020. He was born October 15, 1937 in Bombay, India. Jimi came to the United States at the young age of 23 with a degree in Dentistry. He also received a degree in Orthodontics and a Master's Degree in Anatomy from the University of Alabama....

Daniel Quigley

Daniel Quigley

Dec 18, 2020

Daniel Quigley, 58, of Franklin passed away Friday, December 18, 2020. Born in Ionia, Michigan he was the son of the late Charles and Janet Johnson Quigley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Mike Quigley. Dan has lived in the Franklin area for 32 years and worked as an electronics engineer. Dan had...

Barbara Lanning

Barbara Lanning

Dec 17, 2020

Barbara Sutton Lanning, 91 of Franklin, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Mrs. Lanning was born in Oswego, NY, the daughter of the late Charles Sutton Sr. and Bertha McPhee Sutton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Weldon Lanning Sr; brother, Charles Sutton Jr; and two granddaughters, Teresa...

Stephen Keener

Stephen Keener

Dec 17, 2020

Stephen Keener, 60 of Franklin, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 17, 2020. A native of Macon County, Steve was the son of the late William and Gwendolyn Rogers Keener. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by a son Jeremy Matthew Keener. Known as Stevie by his family, Steve was a family man. He...

Brittiney Gossett

Brittiney Gossett

Dec 16, 2020

Brittiney Nicole Gossett, 28 of Franklin and Canton, GA passed away Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Born in Kennesaw, GA, she was the daughter of Matthew Kerry Gossett, of Woodstock, GA and Deborah Jean Gossett Davidson, of Canton, GA. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her nana, Dorothy Crisp of Canton, GA; grandparents, William and Kathleen Gossett of...

Richard Bullis

Richard Bullis

Dec 13, 2020

Buck Creek, NC - Richard Irving Bullis, known by his family and friends as Dick, was born on September 21, 1930, to James J. and Adelaide McKewen Bullis and passed from this life on December 13, 2020. Dick was known for being genuine and totally without pretense. He loved his country and did his patriotic duty by serving in the...

Thomas Garrett

Thomas Garrett

Dec 13, 2020

Thomas Joseph Garrett, 77, passed away December 13, 2020. Arrangements for a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.. Moffitt Family Funeral Care is honored to serve Mr. Garrett's family.

Cynthia Potts

Cynthia Potts

Dec 13, 2020

Cynthia "Cindy" Catherine Watson Potts, 56, of Sylva, NC passed away Sunday December 13, 2020 at her home. Cindy is preceded in death by her father, Kenneth Watson, son; Timmy Potts, who passed in 2002 and a brother; Roger Watson Surviving Cindy is her mother; Ruth R. Clawson, daughters; Amy McDowell and Juli-Ann Potts, grandchildren; Timothy, Cassie, Graceland, James, Julian,...

Carolyn Stiwinter

Carolyn Stiwinter

Dec 11, 2020

Carolyn Rice Stiwinter, 75 of Cullowhee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 11, 2020. Born to Oconee County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Grover and Doris Collins Rice. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas William Stiwinter; and a brother, Ralph Rice. Mrs. Stiwinter was a...

Katherine Dyer

Katherine Dyer

Dec 10, 2020

Katherine Ann Patton Dyer, 71, originally from Franklin, NC. passed away Thursday December 10, 2020 at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. Katherine was the daughter of the late Claude and Hallie Collier Patton, also preceding her is a son, Kelly William Cheek; brother, Carroll Patton and her sister, Sissy Patton Katherine is survived by her husband, Larry Dryer, grandson Tristen...

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