OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services


Joanne King

Joanne King

Oct 4, 2026

Joanne King, age 73, of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, October 4, 2026. She was born on April 13, 1953, in Franklin, Tennessee, to Jesse W. Martin and Grace C. Martin.

Joanne was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be remembered for the love she shared with her family and for the many...

John Francis Fusillo

John Francis Fusillo

Sep 23, 2026

John Fusillo, age 85, passed away peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee, on September 23, 2026, following a brief illness. He had made his home in Florida with his longtime life partner, Patricia Rapasadi, until her passing.

John was born on June 17, 1941, in Canastota, New York, to Dominick and Daisy Fusillo. He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings,...

Ronald "Sucker Buddy" Murphy

Ronald "Sucker Buddy" Murphy

Sep 23, 2026

Ronald E. Murphy, (Sucker Buddy) age 84, passed away on September 23, 2026.

He was born on May 27, 1942, in Mobile, Alabama, to Frances H. Bruce Murphy.

Ronald was a proud Army veteran and dedicated 34 years of his life to serving the Nashville community as a firefighter with the Nashville Fire Department. His years of service reflected his commitment to...

Sheila Ann Taylor

Sheila Ann Taylor

Sep 15, 2026

Sheila Ann Taylor, age 69, passed away on September 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 2, 1957, in Milan, Tennessee, to the late Benjamin Mason and Ida Gardner.

Sheila made her home in Lafayette, Tennessee. She will be remembered for her loving heart, unwavering devotion to her family, and the many lives she touched throughout her...

Judy Faye McKee

Judy Faye McKee

Sep 3, 2026

Judy Faye McKee, age 73, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin surrounded by her loving family.

Judy was born on May 30, 1953, in Franklin, Tennessee, daughter to the late Luther McKee and Virginia McKee. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed by all...

Charles "Chuck" Tilley

Charles "Chuck" Tilley

Aug 30, 2026

Charles “Chuck” Tilley, age 80, of Brentwood, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Chuck was born in Concord, North Carolina, on April 23, 1946 to the late Charles Edmond Tilley and Edna Earline Cook.

To many, Chuck was known as the “Man About Town,” but to his family he was Dad or Papa. Chuck was a trailblazer...

Yuriy Y Berak

Yuriy Y Berak

Aug 27, 2026

Yuriy Y Berak, 71, of York PA, passed away on August 27, 2026 in York, PA.

Yuriy was born in Ukraine to Yuriy and Margarita Birak on October 19, 1954. He married Nadia V Berak on June 12, 1977 in Ufa, Russia. He came to God and was baptized on August 4, 1972. He was involved in church as a preacher...

Cindy Elayne Smithson

Cindy Elayne Smithson

Aug 16, 2026

Cindy Elayne Smithson, age 63, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, at 7:38 p.m. at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee Surrounded by her loving family.

Cindy was born in Dunlap, Tennessee on September 29, 1962, to the late Larry Flynn and Judy Brewer. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed...

Elena Jean Stephens

Elena Jean Stephens

Aug 5, 2026

Elena Jean Stephens, 71, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family

Elena was born in East Peoria, IL on November 19, 1954, daughter to the late Joseph & Mildred Hendon.

Elena will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and the love she shared with her family and friends. She...

Austin Brady McCabe

Austin Brady McCabe

Jul 28, 2026

Austin Brady McCabe, 38, of Summertown, TN, found PEACE on July 28, 2026, when he moved into his heavenly home.

Austin was born in Nashville, TN to Jayne White and Mike McCabe on Oct 5, 1987. He went to school in Hickman County. He could tell you anything about music, movies and history. He enjoyed fishing, hunting for arrowheads, cooking, and...

Gene Marlin

Gene Marlin

Jul 19, 2026

In Loving Memory of Gene Marlin

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Alva Eugene Marlin who peacefully passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 73, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on December 13, 1952, in Franklin, TN. Gene lived a life defined by love, strength, faith, and unwavering devotion to his family. He was...

Ramona Rhea Brasher

Ramona Rhea Brasher

Jul 2, 2026

Ramona Rhea Brasher, 91, of Franklin, TN Formerly of Marion, KY, passed away on Thursday July 2, 2026, in Franklin, TN.

Ramona was born in Dycusburg, KY to Reba Kinnis Henry and Raymond Henry on Feb. 8, 1935. She graduated from Crittenden County High School in 1953, where she was Basketball Homecoming Queen and sang in the school choir. She married...

Christopher Anderson Mitchell

Christopher Anderson Mitchell

Jun 28, 2026

   Christopher A. Mitchell, (65), of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away on June 28th, 2026 peacefully at home with his family.

   Christopher was born at Fort Knox, Kentucky to Corwin and Anne Mitchell on January 2nd, 1961. He was an Alumnus of Eastern Kentucky University (B.S.) and University of Louisville (M.A.). He married Kim N. Cosker on June 11th, 1983 in...

Lamberto Arriaga Cerda

Lamberto Arriaga Cerda

Jun 11, 2026

Lamberto Arriaga Cerda, age 78, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on September 17, 1947, in Monterrey, Mexico, son of the late Fererico Cerda and Maria-Arriaga Cerda. Lamberto lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and devotion to those he loved. He spent many...

Gloria Michelle Pewitt

Gloria Michelle Pewitt

May 18, 2026

Gloria Pewitt, age 64 of Franklin, TN passed away on Monday, May 18,2026. She was born in Franklin, TN on August 5, 1961, to Beverly and Joyce Waddey.

Gloria was an avid lover of most sporting events. A passion matched only by her love of animals and the love, care, and concern she always showed her friends and family. Gloria is...

Charlie Reagan Barrett

Charlie Reagan Barrett

May 13, 2026

Charles "Charlie" Reagan Barrett of Thompson's Station, TN passed away on his 71st birthday. Born in Kansas City, MO, Charlie is survived by his wife, Judy Little Barrett; son, Charles Reagan Barrett, Jr.; daughter, Angela (Mark) Rivers; stepchildren, Maggie (Seth) Wiseman and Cameron Little; grandchildren, Evan, Dylan, Rogan, and Ewan Rivers; brother Dennis (Kaye) Barrett; sister Lori Ann Rockstrom; and...

Patricia Anne (Weaver) Ezell

Patricia Anne (Weaver) Ezell

Apr 11, 2026

Patricia Anne (Weaver) Ezell, mother, grandmother (Nana) and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026 at NHC Place Cool Springs.

She was born on April 13, 1950, in Charlotte, North Carolina, at Presbyterian Hospital to the late John Hale and Queen (Pat) Weaver.

Patricia, known affectionately as Trish, grew up alongside her siblings, Richard Ernest Weaver and Laura Katherine (Kathy)...

Julie Lynn Hughes Treadway

Julie Lynn Hughes Treadway

Mar 31, 2026

Julie Lynn Hughes Treadway, age 67 passed away on March 31, 2026 due to an automobile accident. Julie was born in Franklin, TN on February 18, 1959. She was a member of Rover Baptist Church. Julie was a homemaker, she loved to decorate and you could tell by her home. It looked like a picture in Southern Living magazine. She...

Michael "Mike" Ray Treadway

Michael "Mike" Ray Treadway

Mar 31, 2026

Michael “Mike” Ray Treadway age 68 passed away on March 31, 2026 in College Grove due to an automobile accident. Mike was born in Hinton, West Virginia on November 16, 1957.

Mike was a member of Rover Baptist Church in Eagleville, TN and a devoted HVAC technician at D & G Services. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and race car...

Sylvia Faye Nalls

Sylvia Faye Nalls

Mar 20, 2026

Sylvia Faye Nalls, a lifelong resident of Williamson County, peacefully passed away on March 20, 2026. Sylvia was born April 4, 1940 to the late Henry and Mary Frances Rivers Warren. She was a hardworking woman who retired with CPS and was a member of Jones Chapel in the Burwood Community.

Sylvia’s life was rich with love, family, and simple joys....

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