William "Wink" Brown's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2026 in Smithville, Tennessee

William "Wink" Brown

March 24, 1958 - September 17, 2026 (68 years old)

Smithville, Tennessee

William "Wink" Brown's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2026 in Smithville, Tennessee

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DeKalb Funeral Chapel LLC

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William "Wink" Brown

March 24, 1958 - September 17, 2026 (68 years old)

Smithville, Tennessee

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William Brown Obituary

The family announces the passing of William Brown of Smithville, Tennessee on September 17, 2026. William, born on March 24, 1958, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of William Brown or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

William will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor William by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though William is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. William’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel Brown Jr. and Helen Brown; and his brother Michael Brown. He is survived by: his wife Kiki Brown; his mother-in-law Mary Gorghis; his nieces, Jenna Webb, Jessica Logan and Anna Gorghis; his nephew David Massengill; and his friend Wink. He is also survived by the many friends and neighbors.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the DeKalb Funeral Chapel (863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Williamson Memorial Gardens (3009 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
DeKalb Funeral Chapel LLC



Tue

Sep 22

Visitation

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

DeKalb Funeral Chapel
863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166

Tue

Sep 22

Funeral service

12:00 PM

DeKalb Funeral Chapel
863 S Congress Blvd, Smithville, TN 37166

Tue

Sep 22

Burial

3:00 PM

Williamson Memorial Gardens
3009 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064

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