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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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Cynthia Southard

Cynthia Southard

Jun 11, 2025

Cynthia Lynn Banks Southard, 69, of Franklin, NC, passed away, Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Cynthia was born in Melbourne, Florida to the late A.C. and Mildred Collins Banks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Southard. She retired as a Dietician from Macon Valley. She loved to sew and crochet, making anything from...

Connie Stiles

Connie Stiles

Jun 10, 2025

Constance "Connie" Stiles, 69, of Franklin, NC, passed away peacefully in her home, Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Connie was born in Sylva, NC, to the late Vernon Davis and Mary Constance Stiles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by several aunts and uncles that she loved. She attended Franklin High and then Western Carolina University, graduating...

Steven Greaner

Steven Greaner

Jun 8, 2025

Our beloved Brother, Steven Blake Greaner passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at the age of 67 following recent illnesses. Steve was born in Portsmouth/Norfolk, Virginia, traveled the US with his family while his dad was in the Navy then settled in Miami, Florida when his dad retired. Steve grew up and worked in South Florida until his retirement,...

Christie Thomas

Christie Thomas

Jun 5, 2025

Christie Lynn Thomas, age 50, entered into her everlasting life in the early days of June 2025. Christie was born in Franklin, NC on October 16, 1974. She spent her adolescent and teen life in Franklin and later relocated to Ocean Isle Beach, NC with the family she built as an adult. She was the daughter of the late Ray...

Bradley Monteith

Bradley Monteith

Jun 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bradley Tyler Monteith April 11, 2001 – June 5, 2025 With broken hearts, we announce the tragic and unexpected passing of Bradley Tyler Monteith on June 5, 2025, at just 24 years old. Bradley lost his life in a vehicle accident while on his way to work—doing what he always did: showing up with purpose and...

Barbara Weston

Barbara Weston

Jun 2, 2025

Barbara Ramsey Weston, formerly of Clayton, GA, affectionately known as Ms. Babs or Marmie, peacefully went to be with the lord in Highlands NC on June 2, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Moberly Missouri on October 7, 1937, to the late Robert (Bob) and Jane Babcock Ramsey. Babs spent a lifetime of touching hearts and inspiring kindness...

Terry Smith

Terry Smith

Jun 1, 2025

Terry "Tom" Jewel Smith, 69, of Franklin, NC, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025. Terry was born in Macon County to the late Jewel and Louise Woody Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Judy Wyatt. He served his country in the US Army for over 20 years. When he was stationed in...

Brooklyn Keneipp

Brooklyn Keneipp

Jun 1, 2025

Brooklyn Ruth Keneipp, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed peacefully on June 1, 2025, into the arms of Jesus at the age of sweet sixteen. Born and raised in the beautiful mountains of Franklin, North Carolina. She will be remembered for her unwavering faith in Christ. She enjoyed spending her days outside with her beloved dog "Amari" and her...

Virginia Lee

Virginia Lee

May 30, 2025

Juanita Allen Lee, 95, died peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, just 8 weeks following her husband Boyd Lee's passing. She was born April 2, 1930, in Buncombe County, NC to the late Frances Stuman and Rev Vance Newlyn Allen. Juanita is survived by one brother and two sisters, JV Allen (Ivan), Mary Frances Nelson (Alva), and Linda Allen. She...

Teresa Mcroy

Teresa Mcroy

May 29, 2025

Teresa McRoy (née Church), 66, of Franklin, North Carolina, passed away on May 29, 2025. Born on November 16, 1958, to the late James and Christine Church, she was a devoted mother to Melissa Canyon, Cassandra Jordan, and Jelissa Jordan, and a loving grandmother to Teresa, Isabella, Micah, Christina, Johnny, and Cedrick. She is also survived by her sisters, Bonnie...

Keri Vephula

Keri Vephula

May 29, 2025

Keri Vephula was born January 27, 1966, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital to Linda and the late Dang Vephula. She left us and went to heaven May 29, 2025. She had actually looked forward to this day because she would meet her dad, who died a month before she was born. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Dr. Chumlong...

Kathleen Shields

Kathleen Shields

May 28, 2025

Kathleen Simpson Shields, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in Buffalo, NY on October 28, 1949 she was the daughter of Fred and Audrey Simpson. Kathleen will be remembered for her warm smile, her generous and loving spirit and unwavering love for her family. She...

Nancy Stanley

Nancy Stanley

May 28, 2025

Nancy Lee Hall Stanley, 72, of Franklin, NC, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Jessie and Willi Kate Sanders Hall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Stanley; brother, Randy Hall, and infant grandson, David Ledford. She loved the Lord and her family. Nancy was a...

Thomas Hackett

Thomas Hackett

May 27, 2025

Thomas Richard Hackett, age 72, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on July 19, 1952 to the late James Edward Hackett and Margaret Lawing Hackett. In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his brother, Jeffrey David Hackett. Tom proudly served in the United States Army and the...

Steve Hopkins

Steve Hopkins

May 27, 2025

Steve Joe Arthur Hopkins, 79, of Franklin, NC, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family. Steve was the son of the late Charlie R. and Ruby Gilreath Hopkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Wanda Dalrymple; grandson, Wesley Joe; and brother-in-laws, Claude "Moose"...

James Pader

James Pader

May 27, 2025

James B. Pader, age 94, was born August 25, 1930 and died May 27, 2025. "I had a happy life. I've been married 58 years, have been loving and faithful to the same woman all these years. I am proud of my children and grandchildren and wish them the best." Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home...

Charles Honeycutt

Charles Honeycutt

May 25, 2025

Charles Honeycutt, also known as Charlie, Snook, and Snooky, age 89, Otto, passed away Sunday, May 25 while he was surrounded by his loving family. Charlie was born in Miami, the oldest of five boys, to Charles Reed Honeycutt and Ollie Wadsworth Honeycutt. Charlie worked his way up through the ranks of what is now known as AT&T. He worked...

Gina Sanders

Gina Sanders

May 22, 2025

Gina Sanders, age 41, passed away Thursday, May 22 following a courageous battle with cancer. Gina was born in Washington, DC and spent most of her life in Virginia. She was preceded in death by her mother, Toni Sanders; grandparents, John and Virgie Sanders; grandmother, Mary Elizabeth Hinton; and her canine companion, Ali. She was a creative and talented spirit....

Cathie Sprinkle

Cathie Sprinkle

May 18, 2025

Cathie Sprinkle, 71, of Franklin, NC went to be with the Lord on May 18, 2025. She was a native of Macon County and was born on June 21, 1953, to the late Ervin and Bernice Moffitt. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a sister, Connie Bateman, and a brother, Keith Moffitt. Cathie was a...

James Clouse

James Clouse

May 17, 2025

James "Jim" Patrick Clouse, 77, of Franklin NC, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Jim was the son of the late Charles and Deloris Clouse. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Lynn Wright; son-in-law, Walter Wright; brother, Doug Clouse; and sister, Elizabeth Clouse. He was an avid collector of...

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