Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Nov 21, 1950 – Sep 29, 2019 (Age 68)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the tragic death of Francis David Kellermann, age 68, who died on Sunday, September 29, 2019 at his home in Murfreesboro, TN. He was born in Chattanooga and raised in South Pittsburg, TN by his parents, the late Francis and Lillian Finch Kellermann. David graduated in 1972 from The University of Tennessee with a degree in marketing. He was a member of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He later moved to Murfreesboro where he met and married his wife, Joan. During 45 years of marriage, they raised three children. Together they founded an advertising & awning company, The Very Idea, in 1989.
Mr. Kellermann was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where he served on the Vestry and was Junior Warden. He was a previous member of Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club. David was an avid golfer, a skilled wood craftsman, and had a passion for cooking and working on his beautiful farm.
Mr. Kellermann is survived by his loving wife, Joan McIntyre Kellermann; sons, Benjamin David Kellermann and wife Emily of Nolensville, TN, Andrew McMillan (Mack) Kellermann and wife Kendra of Wilmington, NC; daughter, Allison Grace Kellermann of Murfreesboro; granddaughters, Emmeline Grace Kellermann and Lillian Katherine (Lilly Kate) Kellermann; brother, Bob Kellermann of South Pittsburg, TN; and sister, Susan Loyd of St. John.
The Visitation will be Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The Memorial Service will be Friday, October 4, 2019 at 10 am at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Honorary pall bearers will be Dr. David Hopkins, Jim Bailey, David Jones, Dr. Joe Little, and "spiritual pall bearer" David Kious.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 116 N. Academy St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130.
Read MoreJoan and family- Tom and I just heard about this today. We are so very sorry for you all. Our prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Tom and Janice Yeargan
October 15, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
Allison, so sorry to hear about your father, you are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Latrise
Latrise Allen
October 04, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN
As a friend from High School days , David and I were in the class of 1968. Although our lives took different directions and a loss of contact, until recently, occurred after High School David was a good friend. I admired him greatly for his natural kindness, sense of humor, and loyalty. God give you, the family, strength and comfort through this time of grief and healing. Thinking of you and will continue to remember David's family in prayer. Tim Rogers
Tim Rogers
October 04, 2019 | Ringgold, GA | Friend
Prayers for peace and comfort for the Kellerman Family.
J Mann
October 04, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN
David was such a special person and a true father figure in my life. He treated my family like his very own, and I am forever grateful. I can still hear him call August "young man" while filling up his hands (and pockets) with snacks. I have so many wonderful memories of him that always make me laugh. David will be truly missed, and I am so very sorry for your family's great loss.
Jeney Slusser
October 04, 2019 | Sarasota, FL
David was such a special person, one of the really good guys. Joan and Ben, I am heart-sick for this terrible loss and the grief you are dealing with. My heart, soul, and prayers go out to you in this hard time. God bless.
Nancy Miller
October 03, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
So very sorry. ❤
Sharri Trimm Chappell
October 03, 2019 | Nashville, TN | Friend
Joan and family, my thoughts and memories of you at the Patriot Inn are still alive as we shared such wonderful events. I am on this journey of Rons death in July so I know the pain that exists. May God continue to show you the light and let his memories live on through all of you. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the light. In Christian Love, Verle
Verle Weiss
October 03, 2019 | Williamsburg
We will always remember his infectious smile and wonderful personality. May God give all your family fortitude.
Rosemarie , Kurt and Eric Blum
October 03, 2019 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend