Bryan Michael Harrelson

Bryan Michael Harrelson obituary, Smyrna, TN

Bryan Michael Harrelson

Bryan Harrelson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Smith Family Funeral & Crematory Services, LLC - Murfreesboro on Oct. 7, 2025.
Bryan Michael Harrelson, age 52, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025 at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, TN, after an almost 3-year courageous battle with cancer.
Bryan was born in St. Paul, MN on September 29, 1973 and raised in Cottage Grove, MN where he attended Park Senior High school.
Bryan was a great father and so very proud of his daughters. He was known for being able to build or do just about anything. You could give him an idea of what you wanted and he would bring it to life. His favorite place in the world was Alaska. He loved spending time with family and friends whether it be playing cribbage, watching hockey, or just visiting. Bryan was also known for perfecting the Irish goodbye.
Bryan is survived by his two daughters Anastasia (Gavin) and Gabriela Harrelson, his mother Alyne Shelby all of Murfreesboro, TN as well as siblings Carrie (Andy) Feil of Woodbury, TN and Steve (Mel) Harrelson of Murfreesboro, TN; along with many cherished nieces and nephews.
Bryan is very loved and will be deeply missed. The family is planning a private family memorial.
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