Richard "Austin" Robinett, 30, of Joelton, Tennessee, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 6, 2023. Born June 4, 1993, in Tucson, Arizona, he was the son of Richard Vincent Robinett and Bonnie Corrine Franklin Godfrey.
Austin owned and operated Austin's Tree Company and played bass for the band "Bad Bad Cats". He was a genuine, educated, free spirit who would help anyone and always seemed to be smiling. He'll be remembered for his love of the outdoors. Austin loved fishing, rugby, and wrestling. He was a loving son, brother, grandson, and friend who will be missed dearly.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Joyce Lavonne Whipp.
He is survived by his father, Richard Vincent Robinett; mother Bonnie Corrine (David) Godfrey; brothers Garrett Robinett, Vincent Boris Robinett, and Nick Godfrey; sisters Charlotte Godfrey and Korrine Franklin; maternal grandparents Bob and Betty Franklin; paternal grandfather Richard Earl Robinett; partner Kara Hoffpauir; his rescue dog, Charlie, who he loved more than anything.
A memorial service is being planned and the date/time/location will be updated to this obituary once they have been determined.
Donations can be made to Austin's family via https://www.gofundme.com/f/5r4fd-austin-robinett
Arrangements entrusted to Cole & Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville.
127 North Main Street, Goodlettsville, TN 37072

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