John Garst McWilliams, 68, passed away unexpectedly July 23, 2018.  Born February 23, 1950, he was the son of the late George Jr. and Ann Garst McWilliams.

John was a 1968 graduate of Anderson County High School and attended Georgetown College and the University of Kentucky. He served in the US Navy and the US Naval Reserves.  He was employed for over forty years at Wild Turkey Distillers in Lawrenceburg. He loved playing golf, fishing, baseball, and the Cincinnati Reds. Known to many family and friends as Big John, he had a big heart and a kind and generous spirit.  He delighted in his family and watching his grandsons grow, rarely missing a little league game.  He also maintained many life-long friendships in his hometown of Lawrenceburg.

He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years Teresa Gritton McWilliams, daughter Jennifer McWilliams Brennan (Patrick) of Lexington, and son Matthew McWilliams (Leanne) of Chattanooga TN. He is also survived by very special grandsons William and Jacob Brennan, and Asher and Archie McWilliams, and his brothers Bob McWilliams (Lynne) and Jim McWilliams (Fonda).  Also surviving are beloved nieces and nephews Patrick McWilliams (Nati), Lindsey McWilliams, Janie McWilliams, and Sam McWilliams.

A Celebration of John's Life will be held on Thursday, July 26 ^th beginning at 2:00 PM at Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home. A time of visitation will be held from 11 AM until the time of service at 2 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.

Any memorial contributions can be made in John's name to the Anderson County Little League, PO Box 732, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 or the Anderson Public Library, 114 N. Main St., Lawrenceburg, KY 40342.

Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.ritchieandpeach.com