Marian Embry Obituary
Mrs. Marian Joyce Embry, age 79, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at The Medical Center in Bowling Green, KY.
Her wishes were to be cremated with no services.
Marian was born on October 30, 1946 in Logan County, KY to the late Louise (Wolfe) Covington and the late Maron Covington. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Essie Lee Embry; 2 siblings, Betty Gregory and Margarett Martin.
She is survived by her son, Brian Beechum of Franklin, KY and her beloved pet, Lucy Lou.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory. The website is www.gilbertfhonline.com. The Facebook page is Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The obituary phone line is 270-586-8844.
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325 West Cedar Street, Franklin, KY 42134
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