Hilton 'Lynell' Williams, 89

Morrison resident and Putnam County native Hilton “Lynell” Williams, age 89, was born July 16, 1937 and died Oct. 31, 2026 at his residence following an extended illness.

A United States Navy veteran and retired assembly line worker with Carrier, he was the son of the late Artin Williams and Lona Bell Pullum Williams. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by fifteen siblings.

He was married to Mary Louise Jones Williams of Morrison on Aug. 25, 1975. In addition to his wife, Mr. Williams is survived by children, Jeremy L. Williams of Morrison, Yvonne Harbin of McMinnville and David Williams of Nashville; grandchildren, Rachel Hill, Jory Campbell, John Campbell, Kiley Williams, Katelynn Bledsoe and Ethan Williams; 10 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Shirley Williams and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Williams loved woodworking, gardening and music.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 in High’s Chapel with Jim Short to officiate. Burial will follow at Morrison Cemetery in Warren County. Visitation will be Monday from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. until time of service at High’s.

Full military honors will be conducted by the American Legion Honor Guard.

High Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Main Street Journal

Nov. 1, 2026