UPDATE Nov. 21st: For those that may not be local, here is Hannah's obituary:

Sedley – Hannah Lynn Gray, 21, passed away November 9, 2025. Hannah was a graduate of Southampton High School and worked at Applebees in Franklin. She was full of life, laughter, and love. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and loved fishing—never passing up an opportunity to bait a hook with her dad, brother, and papaw. Listening to music, painting and playing The Sims were how she spent most of her down time.

Hannah was famously “addicted” to collecting Squishmallows. What started as a few cute, squishy friends quickly turned into a small army that took over her bed, her shelves, and sometimes her dignity. She loved them with the same big-hearted enthusiasm she brought to everything. If a new Squishmallow dropped, Hannah knew — and somehow, one always found its way home with her.

She also had a quirky love for street signs—every one obtained responsibly and in a very intentional way, of course. She treated them like treasures, displaying them proudly alongside her favorite safety cone, Patrice, who held a place of honor in her room and in our family stories.

Hannah was known for her strong, vibrant personality. Her bold spirit and perfectly timed sarcasm brought laughter and honesty to everyone around her. She touched the lives of many and made a lasting impact on everyone she met. Her presence and laughter made every room brighter, and her absence now feels impossible to comprehend.

Left to cherish her memory are her parents Richard and Patricia Gray; her siblings Terry Gray Deschamps (Cristofer), William Gray, Alexander Gray, and Nicklas Gray; her nephew Oliver Deschamps; her grandparents Howard and Terry Sprankle, David Gray, and Patricia Feickert; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and countless friends. Hannah was preceded in death by her grandmother, Elaine Gray and her uncle, David Gray.

A celebration of Hannah’s life will take place at Wright Funeral Home in Franklin on January 3, 2026 from 2-4 p.m. We invite all who knew her to attend and share memories.

www.wrightfuneralhome.org

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It is with broken hearts that we share the unimaginable loss of Hannah Gray, who tragically passed away in a car accident on November 9, 2025. No parent is ever prepared to say goodbye to their child, and the pain felt is something we can hardly put into words.

At 21 she was full of life, laughter, and love. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, creating memories that were filled with joy and endless laughter. In her quiet moments alone she enjoyed listening to music, creating art and playing The Sims.

Hannah had a strong, vibrant personality and a laugh that could warm even the darkest moments. Her presence made every room brighter, and her absence now feels impossible to comprehend.

As the family is facing this heartbreaking reality, they are also facing the unexpected financial costs that come with handling those final expenses. We are asking for help with those expenses.

Any amount, no matter how small, will help her parents Richard and Trisha, lay their daughter to rest and allow them to focus on grieving and healing. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your love, prayers, and support. It means more to her family than we can ever express.