Local obituaries for Stephens Funeral & Cremation Services
Ruben Bilbro Pruitt
Nov 22, 2025
Ruben Bilbro Pruitt, age 82, of Thompson’s Station, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, Surrounded by his loving family.
Born on November 14, 1943, in Rutherford County, Ruben was the son of Ernest Pruitt and Willie Jo Nipper. He lived in the Middle Tennessee area all of his life, building deep roots in his community and forming lifelong friendships.
Ruben...
Juanita Joyce Jennette
Nov 18, 2025
Juanita Joyce Jennette, age 74 of Thompsons Station, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Joyce was born in Nashville, TN on July 14, 1951, daughter to the late Thomas & Doris Anderson.
She is preceded in death by her son, Terry Jennette; sister, Loris Anderson & grand-daughter, Joyce Nicole; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Jennette.
Survivors include her loving...
Jerry Oliver Gillespie
Nov 12, 2025
Jerry Oliver Gillespie, 67, of Burwood, Tennessee, rode into the sunset on November 12, 2025, with his loving family close by.
Born November 6, 1958, in Franklin, Tennessee, Jerry was the son of the late Samuel Oliver “S.O.” Gillespie and Ida Anita Watson Gillespie. He grew up working hard on the family dairy farm, where he learned the value of grit,...
Larry Russell Sanderson
Oct 31, 2025
Larry Russell Sanderson
June 11, 1953 – October 31, 2025
Larry Russell Sanderson, age 72, of Franklin, Tennessee, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2025. Larry was born on June 11, 1953, the beloved son of the late Leonard and Betty Walker Sanderson.
Larry lived a full and joyful life, marked by quiet strength and a heart for...
Margaret Ann Green
Oct 15, 2025
Margaret Ann Green, 88 of Spring Hill, TN passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025 with her loving family by her side.
Ann was born in Williamson County to the late Leland & Minne Waddell on August 5, 1937. Ann went to school at Bingham. She married Howard Green in October 1972 in Franklin, TN. She worked at Apcom & Jamison...
Wanda Sue Cook Johnson
Oct 14, 2025
Wanda Sue Cook Johnson, age 66, of Lewisburg, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Wanda was born on January 12, 1959, in Franklin, TN, to the late Charles and Bobbie Cook. She was preceded in death by her son, Vance Ragsdale, and her brothers, Bobby Joe Cook and Kenneth Wesley Cook.
She is survived by...
James Thomas Brewer Jr.
Oct 8, 2025
James Thomas Brewer Jr., 76, of Chapel Hill, Tennessee, passed away at his home on October 8, 2025.
Tommy was born in Columbia, Tennessee on February 2, 1949, to the late James Thomas & Katherine Sudberry Brewer Sr.
He spent his career as a dedicated truck driver in the transportation industry & also ran a metal fabrication company. He was known for...
Herman Leonard Osborne
Sep 30, 2025
On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Herman Leonard Osborne clocked out of this world and punched into Heaven’s time clock, surrounded by the family who adored him (and who are still not sure what they’re going to do without his jokes, stories, and occasional unsolicited advice).
Born July 26, 1960, in Williamson County, Tennessee, Herman was the son of the late Howlett...
Ann Wright Moses
Sep 29, 2025
Ann Wright Moses age 84, born on August 12, 1941, in Polkton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee, with her loving family by her side. A cherished member of the Brentwood Church of Christ, Ann dedicated her life not only to her work as a secretary but also to her passion for hospitality and...
CURTIS RICHARD JOHNSON, Sr.
Sep 28, 2025
Curtis Richard Johnson, Sr. age 60, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Curtis was born on February 20, 1965, in Williamson County, Tennessee, the son of the late Richard and Gladys (Holt) Johnson.
Curtis was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sherry Johnson; daughter, Jeniffer Pruitt; and sister, Lisa Conner.
He is survived by his children,...
Howard "Sluggo" Hood III
Sep 10, 2025
Howard "Sluggo" Hood, III, a beloved member of the Franklin community, passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born on May 18, 1946, in Franklin, Tennessee to the late Howard Jr. and Frances Jefferson Hood. He lived his life dedicated to family, service, and laughter. Known for his vibrant personality, he was always keeping...
Fred Luther, Jr.
Sep 4, 2025
Fred Luther, Jr., a devoted family man, proud veteran, and respected member of his community, passed away on September 4, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee. Born on May 3, 1937, in Bryan, Texas, Fred lived a life filled with purpose and passion, leaving behind a rich legacy of service to both his family and his country.
Fred dedicated 35 years to Middle...
Shirley Ann Barnes LaCoste
Aug 9, 2025
Shirley Ann Barnes LaCoste passed away peacefully on August 5th at her daughter’s home in Franklin, TN at the age of 87.
She was born on October 25,1937 in Vicksburg, MS and was the daughter of Ann Eleanor McCormick Barnes and Samuel Thomas Barnes. She was a graduate of St. Francis Xavier High School, Vicksburg, MS Class of 1955.
She is preceded...
Shirley Jean Saeger Halliburton
Aug 4, 2025
Shirley was born on May 12th, 1936, in Meadville PA.
She is preceded in death by her beloved parents Hiram and Nora Leonhart, her first husband of many years Lloyd Saeger: her second husband, John Halliburton; and her daughter in law Susan Saeger.
Shirley is survived by her son Keith Saeger, her cherished dog, Ethan, who brought her so much joy and...
Eric Scott Wright
Jul 31, 2025
Eric Wright, 52 of Thompson’s Station passed into the arms of Jesus on July 31, 2025. Eric was born in Buffalo, New York to Jimm and Risa Wright on July 27, 1973. Eric is survived by his wife Michelle and their children Quinn, Ella (daughter-in-law), Jenson and Jocelyn, his loving brother Todd (Carissa) Wright, his loving parents Jimm and Risa...
Judy Ann Green
Jul 12, 2025
Judy Ann Green, age 79, of Thompsons Station, TN, died peacefully at her home surrounded by family members and loved ones. Judy grew up in the Kingfield community. She worked for Kroger and retired in 2016.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Irene King Bowker; father, James Bowker; grandmother, Necie King; and sons, Raymond Dodson and Calvin Johnson Jr.
Judy...
Balraj Sagar
Jul 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Balraj Sagar. He peacefully went home to be with the Lord on July 11, 2025. He will be deeply missed and forever loved. Service will be held in India at a later date.
James Dwight Smith
Jul 9, 2025
We are saddened to announce that James Dwight Smith, 79, of Nashville, TN was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Jim was born in Athens, Alabama, on June 21, 1946, son of the late Hubert and Edith Smith.
A devoted father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend, Jim was best known for his signature dad jokes, kind...
Helen Lorine McCoy Hendrixson
Jul 5, 2025
Helen Lorine McCoy Hendrixson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in Franklin, Tennessee, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on August 21, 1961, in Williamson County and spent her life enveloped in love and devotion to her family.
Helen dedicated 47 remarkable years of her life...
John Michael McKeon
Jun 26, 2025
John Michael McKeon, 68, of Chapel Hill TN, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Nashville, TN surrounded by the family he loved and lived for.
John McKeon was born in Flint, MI to Frank and Jean McKeon on December 15, 1956. He married Colleen Ring, the love of his life on July 21, 1979, in Otisville, MI. He began his...

