Williamson Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Services Obituaries

Obituary Preview: William Robert “Bob” Canaday, Jr. was born in Spartanburg, SC to the late William Robert Sr. & Bessie Canaday. He passed away peacefully on April 29, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jacquelyn “Jackie” Canaday; sons, Eric (Ju-Ling) of Miami, FL and Mark (Lordes) of Miami, FL. Bob spent 47 years in Franklin and operated Canaday Photography. He and his wife published Franklin: A Photographic Collection Volumes I and II. He also assisted in publishing the History of Williamson Medical Center. His vast collection of photographs have been used in decorating many banks and establishments like the Chop House in Franklin and as well in many books written. Previous to moving to Franklin in 1974, Bob spent many years as a medical researcher in Miami. He was instrumental in developing the heart/lung bypass machine and silastic tubing now used everywhere. He was also on the first kidney transplant team. Graveside service will be held 1:00PM Monday, May 9, 2022 at Williamson Memorial Gardens. Jim Taylor will officiate and Rick Warwick will will share memories and reflections. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the VFW Post 4893 Franklin, 101 Eddy Ln. Franklin, TN 37064. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

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Obituary Preview: Henry Lewis Isenberg, Jr. age 87 of Huntsville, AL, formerly of Franklin, TN passed away April 28, 2022. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving during Vietnam where he flew in over 150 combat missions. Henry was a beloved teacher at Page High School for 23 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry Sr. & Adda Isenberg Mullins; brothers, Clar Isenberg and Ted Isenberg; sisters, Ann Ickes and Jean Claar. He is survived by his son, Hank Isenberg; daughter, Becky E. (Thomas) Petty; grandson, Gar Petty. Funeral service will be held 2:00PM Wednesday, May 4, 2022 with visitation from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Williamson Memorial Garden. Family and Friends will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Sara Cannon Research Institute, 1100 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Nashville, TN 37203. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.comTo view the service via live stream, please follow the link below. https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1651363131181537

Obituary Preview: Bonnie Moss Peay, age 60 of Franklin, TN passed away April 27, 2022. She was born in Franklin, TN to the late Thomas “Dick” & Hazel Moss.  Bonnie was a Christian, and her love for the Lord and commitment to bringing His message to others was central in her life.  She loved to entertain friends and family at her annual fall chili party & tea parties she hosted.  She loved spending any time she could with her two children and grand dogs.  Bonnie was a woman who brought warmth and love into any room she walked into and she will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Ray; father of her children, Mike Peay; niece, Cindy Anderson. She is survived by her daughter, Kaitlyn (Chase) Chunn of Franklin, TN; son, Jake Peay of Franklin, TN; sisters, Debbie (Wally) Fuller of Columbia, TN, Kate (Kenny) Hall of Fairview, TN and Trish (Russ) Winters of Thompson’s Station, TN; brothers, Tom Moss of Lebanon, TN, Johnny Moss of Lyles, TN and Sam (Mechelle) Moss of Franklin, TN; many loving nieces & nephews and grand dogs, Milly, Rambo, Athena and Mabel Dean. Funeral service will be held 12:00 Noon Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greens Chapel Cemetery. Family and Friends will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children. Visitation will be 5-8PM Tuesday and one hour prior to the service at WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: MaryAnn Ingram age 89 of Beechgrove,TN passed peacefully April 26th 2022. She was born to the late George and Sally Cope Turner. She is preceded in death by her former husband Robert(Bobby)Ingram, son,David Ingram, daughters,Sharon Ingram and Marilyn Hammontree,siblings, Louise,Juanita, Gene, and Rosie. and grandson Cody Brewer. She is survived by sons, Robert Turner of Lascassas,TN; Milton(Vicki)Ingram of Mt.Juliet,Tn; Daughters, Carolyn Downes, Rosa(Bill)Brewer of Beechgrove,Tn. Grandchildren, Jennifer(Jerry)Luna, Robert(Allison)Ingram of Mt.JulietTN; Cory(Kaley)Brewer, Brittany(Tevin)Hudson of Beechgrove, TN. 9 Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers, Milton, Jerry, Bill, Robert, Cory, Tevin,Jacob, Jared, Ryker. She was the sweetest, most loving person you could ever meet. She enjoyed many things

Obituary Preview: Nicole Marie “Niki” Cua, age 51 of Franklin, TN passed away April 26, 2022.  Niki worked as an accountant for various construction companies in her career.  Currently worked at C&M Heating & Cooling Co.  She loved music of all genres.  Niki loved animals and had a giving heart.  She adored her family so dearly.  Her kind spirit will be sadly missed. Preceded in death by grandparents Buz & Rita Cua and Tom & Angie DeSantis  Survived by:  Parents, Rick and Diana Cua; sister, Nina Bellinger; nephew, Luke Bellinger; niece, Eva Bellinger; aunts and uncles, Felice (Larry Perkins) Clark, Christy (Larry) Cadaret-Wieczorek, Nick R. (Tracy) Cua, Luanne (Cathy Richardson) Cua, Joanne (Carmen) Samara; cousins, Diana (Sean) Baker, Maxx (Ashley) Cua, Christian Samara, Catherine (Nate Brimhall) Samara, Skyler Bertrand, Devin and Madison Baker, Nico and Cruz Cua, Nick (Terra) Cua, Nicky Cua, Linda (Al) Forino and Mia Forino.  A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted 2:00 PM Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Grace Chapel Franklin, Rick Cua and Ron Gonser officiating.  Visitation with the family will be 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM Saturday prior to the service at the church.  Memorials may be made to Friends of Williamson County Animal Shelter.  WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 615 794-2289 williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: Susan McKae Goodman, age 73 of Franklin, TN passed away April 25, 2022.  Susan was born in Pasadena, CA to the late Alan Warren and Barbara Ellen Emmons McKae. She was a 1971 graduate of the University of Santa Clara.  Survived by: husband of 37 years, Terry Goodman; son, Daniel (Cyndi) Goodman; daughter, Alexis (Jason) Ward; brother, Stephen McKae; sister, Sally McKae; grandchildren, Hayden Goodman, Bella Goodman and Ethan Ward. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1pm on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at Grace Church: Nashville. 1097 Murfreesboro Rd., Franklin, TN.  WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 615 794-2289 williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: Wayne Glendon King, age 82 of Franklin, TN passed away April 25, 2022.  Glen was a native of Williamson County, TN and longtime member of Garrison United Methodist Church.  He retired from Jamison Bedding after several years.  He also retired from Franklin Special School District.   Preceded in death by son, Jason Troy King; parents, Chester Myron and Elizabeth Estelle Marlin King; brothers, Tommy King and Bill King; sister, Billie Mae Johnson Wilhoite.  Survived by:  wife, Joann Whidby King; son, Tim (Melissa) King; brother, Richard (Jennie) King; sisters, Janet Elizabeth Garner and Hilda (Cary) Reynolds; grandson, Tyler Wayne (Carey) King and great grandchildren, Jack and Elle.  Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 PM Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, Pastor Amber Armistead officiating.  Interment Williamson Memorial Gardens.  Active pallbearers will be family and friends.  Honorary pallbearers will be Members of Garrison United Methodist Church.  Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.  Visitation will be 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM prior to the service on Thursday at WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 615 794-2289 williamsonmemorial.com https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1651171246181115

Obituary Preview: Eugene Dexter (“Dexter”), age 83 of Franklin, TN passed away on April 25, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Williamson, WV to the late Finace and Mary Dexter. Dexter is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Ann Dexter of Franklin, TN; daughters, Holli Dexter of Spring Hill, TN, and Michelle (Aaron) Latham of Seattle, WA; brothers, Finace Dexter, Jr. of Detroit, MI, Walter (Gloria) Dexter of Detroit, MI, and Robert Dexter of Cincinnati, OH; sisters, Mary Lee (James) Suggs of Cincinnati, OH, Vivian (Albert, Sr.) Salter of Cincinnati, OH, and Laverne Hudgins of Cincinnati, OH.  Dexter had two grandchildren, Gavin Eugene Dexter and Ireland Ann Latham.  Dexter had a long career in Management and as an Engineer with the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) and Lucent Technologies.  One of the focus points in his life was his love for Jehovah and the ministry.  That love for Jehovah and his loving attitude endeared him to many.  Often you would hear him quote the scripture found in the Bible at Matthew 6:33, “Keep seeking first the Kingdom and all these other things will be added to you.” A visitation with family and friends will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022, between the hours 5 -7 p.m. CST, at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home (Franklin, TN). WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: Leonela Gonzalez O’Hare was born on November 25th, 1930 in Havana, Cuba.  She died peacefully on April 24, 2022 at 91 years old.  She lived in Franklin, Tennessee.By the young age of eight years old, she began studying ballet and by 13 she was dancing professionally.  Shortly thereafter she toured with the National Cuban Ballet and in 1953 became the lead dancer of the legendary Tropicana Night Club.  She departed Cuba in 1959 due to the revolution and lived in Miami, California, Puerto Rico and for many years in New York.  While in Puerto Rico, at the encouragement of music director and composer, Julio Gutierrez, she became an entertainer singing well-known ballads in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.   Even in her later years, her ballet posture as well as her stage presence continued radiating.  Quoting Gustavo’s downstairs neighbor in California, he said “once a showgirl always a showgirl.”   In 2005, she moved to Franklin, Tennessee, to be near her daughter.She is survived by her son Gustavo O’Hare (Fran) and daughter Lisette Balducci (Tom) and grandchildren Blake, Faye, Gregory, Gabriel and Zach (Lauren) and great-grandchildren Wyatt, James, Emma Faye, and Rhett Wade.She will be laid to rest at Williamson Memorial Gardens following a private ceremony.

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Obituary Preview: Teresa Luke King (Fitzgerald)- Age 69 of Franklin, TN.Survived by daughters, Rachel (Tom) Muenster, Amanda (Chris) Brackett, Madelyn King; grandchildren Preston Brackett, Aubrey Brackett and Trenton Brackett, mother Dorothy Holcomb, brother George Fitzgerald Jr., sisters Diana Ambrose and Pam Bianconi.Teresa was a registered nurse, Sleep Specialist and a colleague of Dr. J. Brevard Haynes at Ascension Medical Group Midtown Sleep Specialists for over 42 years.  In October 2019 she was the recipient of the DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses.  She graduated with a degree in Registered Nursing from Baptist Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Memphis, TN.  Her life was dedicated to serving as consummate caregiver to every patient and person she encountered.  She knew and loved the Lord and was a member of Brentwood Baptist Church for 37 years.Teresa was a devoted mother and grandmother and beloved by her family, coworkers, patients and friends. She was a talented seamstress who loved to sew in her spare time. She was loved by many and will be deeply missed. In lieu of cards or flowers, donations may be made to: Alive Hospice, Inc. Nashville, TN Baptist Health Sciences University Alumni Foundation, Memphis, TN Brentwood Baptist Church Pursue Campaign, Brentwood, TN

Obituary Preview: Sheila Faye Proctor, age 78, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2022 in Franklin, TN. She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter & Ola Mai Gaddes; her husband, William Edward Proctor: brothers, Anthony Gaddes and Jimmy Gaddes; sister-in-law, Jan. She is survived by her loving children, William “Eddie” Proctor, Jr. and wife Tracy, Denise Marie Ocker and husband Bob; cherished grandchildren, Hannah Ocker Hull and husband Brandon, Tori Proctor Butler and husband Blake, Gracie Proctor Vaughn and husband Clayton, Sara Manuel and husband Greg, Maggie Emmick and husband Cory; very special great-grandchildren, Madden Butler, Lilah Emmick, Cason Emmick, Eisley Manuel, and Elynn Manuel; sisters, Anita Brassell and husband Lynn, Rita Mai Gaddes. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 12noon in the Chapel of Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. The family will receive friends and relatives from 10-12 on Tuesday before the service.

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Obituary Preview: James (Jimmy) Cannon Gentry, age 96, flew to the arms of Jesus on the morning of April 21, 2022 from his home at Gentry Farm. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend to countless loved ones.He is preceded in death by his parents Zebulon and Gertrude Gentry, his wife Rebecca Channell Gentry and his son James Cannon Gentry, Jr. He is survived by sons Allen (Cindy) Gentry, Scott (Melanie) Gentry, beloved friend Barbara Hendrix, grandchildren Jase Gentry, Mary Morgan Gentry (Charles Hatcher), Hope Gentry Miller (Hunter), Laura Gentry Defatta (David), John Gentry (Megan), great-grandchildren Mary Bennett and Ady Defatta, Henley, River and Fisher Gentry, Josie Miller and Cannon Hatcher.Jimmy was born in Wyatt Hall on November 28, 1925 and was the seventh of eight children. His childhood was filled with hunting, fishing and trapping. After losing his brother David in World War II, he entered the war as a private in the army and served in 42 Rainbow Division in European front and was a liberator at the concentration camp Dachau. Following the war, Jimmy came back to Franklin and married his high school sweetheart Rebecca Channell and they had three sons.Jimmy began his coaching career before he even graduated from college when the Franklin High School principal asked him if he would be interested in coaching the football team. Soon after graduating from Peabody College he started teaching at Franklin as well. In the early 1960’s he moved to Battle Ground Academy to teach biology and coach and ended his career at Brentwood Academy teaching Tennessee History and coaching football. Many students remember his chalk drawings of funny fish and other diagrams which made his class a favorite. He coached over ten state championship football programs in his lifetime.During his retirement, Jimmy enjoyed raising strawberries and continued to volunteer coach several local teams. Jimmy also enjoyed speaking to groups all over the country, telling of his WW II experiences. He continued to run his summer day camp until he was in his 80’s and always loved seeing the children visit the farm for field trips. His most enjoyable time was spent with his great-grandchildren who dearly loved their granddaddy. Pallbearers: Jase Gentry, John Gentry;Honorary pallbearers: Caregivers, Madison Bates, Melanie Bayless, Susan Bond, Tanya Bowker, Lori Christian, Andrea Ford, Karla Gastelum, Michelle Hendershot, Elizabeth Maynard and Brenda Watkins, as well as David and Larissa Wright, The Staff and Friends at Halfway Market, Carlton Flatt and all former coaches and his Tree swing lunch friends.A funeral service will be conducted 4:00 PM Tuesday April 26, 2022 at Fourth Avenue Church of Christ located at 117 Fourth Ave. North, Franklin, TN. Visitation will be held Monday from 4:00-7:00PM and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church.

Obituary Preview: Marsha Colleen Nash CampbellColleen Campbell, 78, of Franklin, Tennessee, passed away Thursday, April 21st at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee.Colleen was born in Baxter, Tennessee on February 29, 1944 to the late James and Linnie Maynard Bruce.She worked many years in banking and human resources in Cookeville, Tennessee. Then, she and her husband, Tommy Campbell, started and operated a successful insurance business in Franklin, Tennessee. Colleen and Tommy sold the business after more than 25 years and retired in 2019.Colleen loved her church, Forest Hills Baptist Church and the Coles Sunday School Class. She was a loving wife to her husband, Tommy, a great Mother to her two children, Angie and Steve, and a wonderful Granny to her four grandchildren, SaraBeth, Ben, Brett, Natalie Jo, and great-grandson Lloyd James.Colleen and her husband loved to travel, fish at Center Hill Lake, attend Titans games and other sporting events. In addition, she loved playing Rook and Mexican Dominos. She was well known for entertaining and hosting gatherings for her friends and family.Colleen is survived by her loving family: husband of almost 26 years, Tommy Campbell, whom she married July 14, 1996, in Hermitage, TN; daughter Angie (Lanny) Knight of Cookeville; son, Steve (Katherine Jo) Nash of Cookeville; Step-daughters, Stacey (Mike) Pinkerton of Unionville; Melissa Kingcaid of Antioch; grandchildren SaraBeth Shelton and Josh Bayless of Cookeville; Ben Shelton and Kelsey Bawcombe of Atlanta, GA; Brett (Mariam) Nash of Sparta; Natalie Jo Nash of Cookeville; Haley (Justin) Lovett of Chapel Hill; Mattie Pinkerton of Unionville; Hannah Kingcaid of Antioch; Chase Kingcaid of Mt. Juliet; and great-grandson Lloyd James Nash of Sparta.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Bruce.A celebration of life for Colleen will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday April 30, 2022 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. The family will receive friends on the day of the service from 12:00 pm until service time at 2:00 pm. Jim Taylor will officiate.The Coles Sunday School class will serve as Honorary Pallbearers.

Obituary Preview: Michael Eugene Smiley died, at age 70 after telling his best and final dad joke to his daughters on April 21, 2022. A Radio DJ, copywriter and self-proclaimed snarkologist, Mike’s ultimate goal was to bring a smile to the faces of those around him.Mike was born in Chapel Hill, TN to the late John and Marguerite Smiley. He had seven older siblings. Mike is survived by his wife Mariana Vasquez Smiley, his three daughters Carrie (and George) Lund, Jenna (and Seth) Griffith and Sarah (and Daniel) Smith, his step-son Luciano Mazzetti and six grandchildren.Mike enjoyed being involved in his community whether he was clowning around in the Rodeo parade or offering words of wisdom at the Franklin Rotary Club. Some of his favorite stories to tell were about his girls and their life experiences.A Celebration of life will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064. Jim Taylor will officiate. A visitation will be held the same day 9:00-11:00 AM at the funeral home. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1650682425180087

Obituary Preview: Katherine Elizabeth May, age 21 of Murfreesboro, TN passed away April 20, 2022 surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy and celebrate her life. She was born in Nashville, Tn August 3, 2000 to Greg and Penny Wright May. Katherine was a 2018 graduate of Page High School in Franklin, TN and a senior at Middle Tennessee State University-Murfreesboro. She had a great love of movies and was employed by AMC Theatres in Franklin. In addition to her academic studied, Katherine had a creative streak. She filled her young days with Marvel comics, photography, friends and exercising her wonderful sense of humor. Katherine was fun-loving and at her best when she was leading her family in outrageous games that left everyone in stitches. Katherine was also a Christian and served her church by helping younger children in the nursery and on the mission field.Katherine is survived by her loving parents and two devoted brothers, Zachary and Jake May as well as paternal grandmother Judith May of Hendersonville, TN, maternal grandparents J.W. and Geraldine Wright of Adairville, Kentucky and many cousins, aunts, uncles and friends whose lives she touched. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Del May.A visitation will be held Sunday April 24, 2022 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Ave., Franklin, TN. A graveside service will be held for Katherine later the same day at 5:00PM at the Greenwood Cemetery, Schley Road, Adairville, KY. Bobby Joe Forshee of Franklin, KY will officiate the service. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. Rest well, Katherine.

Obituary Preview: Bonnie Custer Pearson, age 74 of Franklin, TN passed away April 19, 2022. She was born in Franklin, TN to the late Jack & Evelynne Custer. Bonnie was a longtime member of Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael E. Pearson; niece, Ashley Fly. Bonnie is survived by her son, William Pearson of Franklin, TN; granddaughter, Ally Pearson; sister, Bridget (Eddie) Fly of Franklin, TN; brother in-law, Terry (Evelyn) Pearson of Murfreesboro, TN; nephews, Blaine (Crystal) Fly of Franklin, TN and Erik (Andy) Pearson of Chicago, IL; nieces, Jaclyn (Michael) Spilman of Murfreesboro, TN and Simone (Zane) Cooke of Murfreesboro, TN. Graveside service will be held 1:00PM Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Williamson Memorial Gardens, Magnolia Mausoleum. Jim Taylor will officiate. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Visitation will be 11AM-1PM Thursday, April 28th at WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: Mr. Franklin “Frank” Delano Stanley, age 79 of Franklin, TN passed away April 19, 2022. He was born in Raysal, West Virginia on December 14, 1942 to the late Graden & Edna Stanley. Frank’s favorite things were riding his John Deere mower, tending to his garden, his chickens and Fred the rooster.He was the founder of Mattress Express in Antioch, TN and owned it for 25 years before selling it to his son, Bryan. Frank loved the Lord and regularly attended his local church, Christ Fellowship. Members of his church say he always had a smile on his face and was always willing to help.He is preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard Branam, Gary Stanley and Bob Stanley; sisters, Imagene Williams and Christine Harris. He leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Linda Stanley of Franklin, TN; daughter, Aimee Stanley of Franklin, TN; sons, Bryan Stanley and wife Brittany of Murfreesboro, TN and Keith Stanley of Franklin, TN; sisters, Judy Hopkins of Westerville, OH and Evelyn Cole of Clintwood, VA; grandchildren, Blake Stanley, Katherine Stanley, Brett Stanley, Justin Stanley, Braiden Stanley, and Elijah Stanley.

Obituary Preview: Daniel (Danny) Thomas Hellard, 69 of Franklin, Tennessee passed away into the Lords Care on Easter Sunday, April 17th, 2022 at Vanderbilt Medical Center after a brief illness. He is preceded in death by his parents, George & Edna Hellard & brother Michael Hellard. Daniel (Danny) Hellard was born in Lexington, Kentucky and was a longtime resident of Franklin, Tennessee. He graduated from Lafayette High School and attended The University of Kentucky. He was a member of Leadership Elizabethtown in Kentucky, a Kentucky Colonel and a past President & Hall of Fame inductee with the Franklin Baseball Club. After 40 years of a career in the healthcare industry he retired. He attended Brentwood Baptist Church. Dan was proud to be born in Kentucky and had a passion for Kentucky basketball. He would greet anyone wearing UK gear with a spirted “GO CATS”.  His biggest achievement was being a loving husband and supportive father to his two children. “Pop-Pop” is the most recent name that brought him immense joy. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Candace Ellen Hellard, two children, Hillary (Chip) Bradley, Tyler (Katherine) Hellard, his four grandchildren, London & Swayzie Bradley, and Daniel Wade & Evelyn Hellard, sister Nancy (Roger) Lashbrook and brother Barry (Darlene) Hellard, along with several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 from 11:00 am -1:00 pm at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. A private service will be held prior with immediate family. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

Obituary Preview: It was with peace and grace that Lynn Marie Mason passed beyond this world and earned her angel wings on Friday, April 15, 2022, from her longtime home in Franklin, Tennessee at the age of 65.She was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 22, 1957, daughter to the late Elizabeth (Huffman) Johnston and Robert Clyde Johnston. She grew up on the west side of Detroit and graduated from Redford High School.There were three major loves in Lynn's life: These were Family, Children and Baking.The First Love That Developed in Her Life Was the Love of Children.As a young teenager Lynn would help her mother with some in-home babysitting, and babysat for many of the neighbor’s kids.After marriage, she would babysit for friends and provide childcare for others including the after-school care at St. Mary's Elementary of Royal Oak, Michigan, when she lived in Ferndale and Royal Oak, Michigan. After moving to Tennessee, she provided in-home childcare for several people and even worked at a childcare center during the week while teaching Sunday School to the younger children at church on Sundays. She always treated every child as if they were her own. Her Second Love Was Baking!There was nothing better to Lynn than a fresh hot pan of brownies for her to dig into. Sadly, for the brownies, they had almost no chance of cooling before she was pulling out a piece to eat. Over the years, she worked at several bakeries and stores but one of her favorite jobs was as the baker for the Fudgie Nut Brownie Shop in Brentwood, Tennessee. Her baking skills also included some elaborate cakes at home for family gatherings.She was able to put her first two loves together when she started working at the bakery in Publix in the McKay's Mill subdivision in Franklin, Tennessee. There, she would be the one to give all the children who came in a cookie. If she got a nickel for every time she asked, "Chocolate Chip or Sprinkles?" you couldn't count that high. She would often come home and talk about how all the kids in the neighborhood were growing up before her eyes.Her Biggest Love Was for Her Family.The biggest love of her life was her family. She often said her entire career objective was to be a mother and eventually a grandmother. She was blessed with three children of her own and eventually a granddaughter whom she loved dearly.She is survived by her beloved husband of 46 years, Tom Mason; her doting children, Amy (Kassian) Kovalcheck; Matthew (Samantha Cobb) Mason; Katherine (Kat) Mason; grandchild, Maura Ann Kovalcheck, sisters Donna (Howard) Johnston Wood and Bonnie Johnston, and brother, Michael Johnston (Jacqueline Stodor).The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at St. Philip Catholic Church, Franklin, Tennessee, with Father Rhodes Bolster officiating. Visitation one hour prior to Mass at St. Philip Catholic Church.Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Alive Hospice in loving memory of Lynn Marie Mason.

Obituary Preview: John Morris Shelton, Jr. passed away Thursday, April 14th, 2022 in Williamson County, TN. He was born in Pulaski, Tennessee on June 26th, 1954 and was 67 years old. John was an avid collector and car enthusiast who loved his family. Visitation will be 4:30pm till 7:00pm Monday, April 18th, 2022, at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Services. 3009 Columbia Avenue Franklin, TN 37064. A graveside service will be 11:00am Tuesday, April 19th, 2022, at Maplewood Cemetery in Pulaski, TN. He is preceded in death by his parents John Morris and Lois Mabry Shelton along with his sister Judith Jared. He is survived by: His wife, Leslie Taylor Shelton of Franklin, Tennessee. Sons: John Morris ‘Trey” Shelton, III, (Ashley), Taylor Alexander Shelton (Kathryn), and Cameron Mabry Shelton ( Lauren). Grandchildren: John Morris Shelton, IV (Jack). Sister, Elaine (Terry) Hickman of Pulaski, Tennessee. Several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive. Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for John Morris Shelton, Jr.

Obituary Preview: William Fitzhugh Ross (“Fitz”) passed away suddenly on April 13, 2022.  Fitz was born and raised in Buckhead in Atlanta, Georgia on February 11, 1961.   Fitz is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Jennifer, and their three magnificent children, Sara Madison Ross (21), Katharine Fitzhugh Ross (21), and William Fitzhugh Ross, Jr. (18) of Franklin, TN.  He is also survived by his older brother, Nelson deRosset Ross, niece, Caroline Morgan Ross and nephew, Colin deRosset Ross of Atlanta, Georgia and sister and brother-in-law Julia and John Turner and nephews Bennett and Jackson Turner of Perryville, MO.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank Mason Ross and Katharine (“Kitty”) Ficklen Ross.Fitz attended Christ Episcopal Boarding School for Boys in Arden, NC.  From there, he attended Georgia Southwestern College and later graduated from Georgia State University in 1985.Fitz spent the bulk of his career in plastics and packaging sales.  He prided himself on his excellent customer service and made many friends along the way.Fitz ADORED his three children – whom he affectionately called “Sarie,” “Kay-tie,” and “Wilbur.” He didn’t hesitate to play with them and was often the goofiest of them all.  He was present for all their activities and was the proudest of them when they put forth their best effort.Fitz Ross was a friend maker for his entire life. He led a smiling, happy life with a mischievous sense of humor.  His laugh was unforgettable – explosive, full-bellied and genuine. A casual, relaxed Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 2:00-4:00 pm at the Fieldstone Farms Clubhouse found at 1530 Lexington Pkwy, Franklin, TN. All are welcome to attend. Fitz was a life-long UNC Tarheels fan, and would be most pleased if you came sporting Carolina Blue to also celebrate this season’s UNC defeat over Duke and the return to the NCAA basketball finals!