William O. "Rooster" Blackmun life came to an end on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at the age of 85. William was born on April 27, 1939 in Maury County. to the parents of William Blackmun and Bessie Wainwright Blackmun.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Ida Louise McKissack Blackmun; brothers, Harlis Blackmun and Nathaniel Blackmun; sister-in-law, Lucille (Ray) Buford; devoted nieces, Earlean Leach and Wilma Harrison; devoted Great nephew, Justin Harrison; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mr. Blackmum will lie in state on Thursday, December 5, 2024 from 12 until 5 at Waters Funeral Home, 1408 Columbia Ave., Franklin, Tennessee.

Graveside Service Friday, December 6, 2024 at 1p.m.at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, Columbia Pike, Columbia, Tennessee.

Interment Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, Columbia, Tennessee.