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Jillian Brown Obituary
Jillian Leanne Brown, a beautiful 16-year-old light in this world, lost her life tragically as a passenger in a car accident on October 20, 2020.
Jillian entered this world on February 26, 2004, in Sarasota, Florida to her parents Jonathan and Jennifer Brown. Jillian was a student at Central High School here in Columbia. During the pandemic Jillian began her studies in the evening with virtual learning and went to work at her father's company US Tank and Cryogenic. She was passionate about music, especially country and hip hop. She was her brothers biggest sports fan and jealous of her sisters dance moves and all her Tic Tok fans. Jillian's family describes her smiles as infectious, she was honest, a great friend, she never met a stranger. She was a practical joker and took selfies for days. "She was all legs and a lot of Dr. Pepper"
A service in honor of Jillian's life will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at 11:00 am at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia, TN. Burial will follow in the Arbors at Polk Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Friday, October 23, 2020, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm also in the funeral home.
Jillian is survived by her parents Johnathan and Jennifer Brown of Columbia; her brother: Jonathan (J.J.) Brown Jr; her sister: Jocelyn E. Brown; grandparents: Thomas (Linda) Witter, Joni (Gary) Puckett, and Linda Brown. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Jim Brown.
Pallbearers to serve in honor of Jillian will be Joey Oliveri, Ryan Preissner, Ryan Tietgens, BJ Gill, Michael, Tipper, and Jeff Coats.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Jillian's name to St. Jude's Children Hospital, The Wounded Warriors Project, or Vanderbilts Children Hospital.
Williams Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. You may send the family your sympathy or share your memories at williamsfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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edward hill jr
July 23, 2025
i am so sorry for your loss she was a good girl i am going to miss her so much and she was a good best friend
barry norgard
November 11, 2020
Rest in peace jillian, you're in good hands with grandpa jim.
Dick Busby
October 25, 2020
So sorry to hear of you loss it’s not fair to lose a child. My prayers to your family
Helen & Rod Jones
October 25, 2020
We are so sorry for your tragic loss. No words can describe how we feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
janelle erdman
October 24, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I didn’t know her personally but i have heard so many great stories and pray for the family and friends of this sweet girl.
Robin & Nicky Rochelle
October 23, 2020
What a beautiful, smart, young lady to have her life cut short. Our hearts and prayers go out to Jonathan, Jennifer, JJ and Jocelyn and all of her other family and friends. Prayers for strength.
wendy eckenstine
October 22, 2020
I just wanted to send the family my utmost and deepest condolences....I am not personally acquainted however heard about this tragedy as my daughter and son-in-law work at US Tank. Just know you are being prayed for at the devastating time and know that others are thinking of you and asking our loving God to wrap you in His comforting arms...
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Memorial Events
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Oct
23
Calling hours
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Williams Funeral Home & Crematory - Columbia2517 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN 38401
Oct
24
Service
11:00 a.m.
Williams Funeral Home & Crematory - Columbia2517 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN 38401
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