Obituaries 09-24-26

JOE FIELDS TRAVIS

Feb. 6, 1945-Sept. 14, 2026

Funeral services for Joe Fields Travis, 81, were conducted on Thursday, 
Sept. 17, 2026 from the Chapel of Franklin Funeral Home with Tyson 
Windom officiating. A graveside service was conducted at North Cleveland 
Cemetery in Cleveland, with Paul Hayles officiating.

Born in Greenville on Feb. 6, 1945 to Littleton Ned Travis and Myla Ruth 
Davis, throughout his life he was a man who cherished family above all 
else. His greatest joy was found in the people he loved, and his legacy 
will live on through the many lives he touched.

On Nov. 24, 2011, Joe married Sandra Huff Travis and together they 
shared 14 wonderful years in Franklin County. Their years together were 
filled with love, companionship, family and countless cherished 
memories. Joe and Sandra were members of First Baptist Church of Bude, 
where they shared their love for Jesus and fellowship with others.

He died on Monday, Sept. 14, 2026.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Sandra Huff Travis; his daughter and 
son-in-law, Paul and Meredith Hayles of Lousville; his son, Les Travis 
of Plant City, Fla.; his beloved stepchildren and their spouses, Shawn 
and Rebekah Johnson of Chattanooga, Tenn., Dan and Sara Bezet of Denham 
Springs, La., Clifton and Haidee Geter of Friendship, Texas, and David 
and Nancy Geter of St. Amant, La.

Of all the blessings in his Joe's life, his grandchildren and 
great-grandchildren held a particularly special place in his heart. He 
treasured every moment spent with Braxton and Rayna Hayles and their 
son, Bennett Ray; Dalton Hayles; and Triston Hayles, all of Louisville; 
and Cara DeLeo and Lana Travis of Plant City. He also leaves behind many 
step-grandchildren whom he loved dearly and proudly considered part of 
his family.

Joe is also survived by his siblings, Buddy Travis, Patricia Junkin and 
Ruthie Sellers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Littleton Ned Travis and Myla 
Ruth Davis; his first wife, Sandra Coats Travis; his sister, Patty Sue 
Huff; and his brothers, Ned Travis, Jr., Ray Travis and "Tee" 
Travis.

Joe's passing leaves a space that cannot be filled, but his family 
finds comfort in the memories he gave them, the love he shared so freely 
and the family he leaves behind. His greatest legacy is not measured in 
things but in the people who loved him and the generations who will 
carry his memory forward.

The family extends its deepest and most heartfelt gratitude for the 
prayers, love, kindness and support shown to the family during this 
difficult time. Every expression of compassion has been deeply 
appreciated and will be remembered.

An online guestbook can be signed at www.franklinfh.com.

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.