William Wayne Mullican, 73, passed away from his earthly home, surrounded by his family, on a snowy Jan. 15, 2024, at his residence.
Wayne is the son of William Austin and Doris Dimple Hutson Mullican.
Wayne met the love of his life in high school, Janet Henry Mullican; the two celebrated 53 years of marriage in June. He was a member of White County High School Class of 1969. Wayne loved to sing gospel music and was a song leader in several local churches throughout his life. He also participated in the weekly singing, on Monday, at Life Care Center of Sparta before COVID. Wayne was a member of Pistole Baptist Church. Anyone who knew him knew he had a strong faith in God and would share his love for God with you. He worked at Mallory Timers for over 25 years and started Mullican Machine & Tool Company, in 1984. Wayne was involved in the North End Volunteer Fire Department in the 1980’s-90’s. He was a current member of the White County 911 Board.
Wayne’s greatest joys came from serving his Lord Jesus Christ and spending time with his wife, Janet, and their three children (spouses), and eight grandchildren. He enjoyed fellowshipping with his friends and church family.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents, William Clyde and Odessa Jones Mullican, Winnie Grider Hutson, and Lemon Hutson; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, L.D. and Bertie Henry.
Wayne is survived by his wife Janet, and their children: Tracy Mullican Prater (Darrin), of Sparta, Terry Mullican (Leslie), of Cookeville, Tim Mullican (Michelle), of Sparta; his grandchildren, Chase Mullican, Denton Prater, John Prater, Allison “Alli” Mullican, Leah Mullican, Sarah Mullican, Callie Prater, Molly Mullican; his sisters, Sharon Mullican Buckner (Gary), Regina Mullican Wilhite, Annette Mullican England (Manuel); brothers-in-law, Buddy Henry (Joyce), Ricky Henry (Judy); sister-in-law, Paulette Henry Dycus (Charles); and nieces and nephews. Wayne is survived by a huge circle of loving friends and family (too many to mention).
Funeral service was 2 p.m., Jan. 21, 2024, at Oak Lawn Funeral Home, with burial in Saylors Cemetery. Devin Henry and Clint Walker officiated.
Pallbearers were Chase Mullican, Denton Prater, John Prater, Verble Wilson, Luke Dycus, and J.R. Jensen.
Honorary pallbearers were James Pitman, Dale Clouse, and Denny Robinson.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pistole Baptist Church, in Sparta, Tennessee, or Saylors Cemetery, C/O Terry Mullican or online at saylorscemetery.com.
Oak Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
