It is with profound sadness and immeasurable love that we announce the passing of Colleen Patricia Lincoln on October 6, 2026. Colleen was born on March 28, 1959, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to Josephine M. (Evangelisto) Kelly and the late Richard J. Kelly. She was educated in the Pittsfield school system and graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1977. Colleen was previously employed by Publix Super Market in Franklin, Tennessee.

Colleen is survived by her husband, Rick Lincoln of Tennessee; her children, Jason (Leann) Lincoln of Tennessee and Jessica (Patrick) Bacue of Tennessee; and her grandchildren, Alexis (Lexi) Lincoln, Kai Lincoln, Austin Bacue, and Baby Bacue, due January 8, 2027. She is also survived by her brothers, James (Karen) Kelly of Florida and Brian (Kathy Stracuzzi) Kelly of Massachusetts; her sisters, Joan (Tony) Dimartino of North Carolina and Dawn McLaughlin of Massachusetts; her sister-in-law, Denise Kelly of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

Colleen was predeceased by her brothers, Shaun Kelly and Kevin Kelly, and her brother-in-law, David Lincoln.

To know Colleen was to know the true meaning of being loved. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished daughter, a beloved sister, and a treasured friend to many, including her nieces and nephews, neighbors, and co-workers. To her grandchildren, she was so much more. She was the person who always showed up with the biggest smile, the warmest hug, and unwavering support. She found every possible reason to celebrate accomplishments, traditions, and new beginnings.

Colleen had a gift for making people feel loved and seen. Her kindness, strength, and faith inspired us all. Her happiest moments were spent enjoying quality time with her family, snuggling with her sweet Cocker Spaniel- Brady, watching and feeding the birds, caring for her plants, and being a dedicated employee and colleague. The love and devotion she poured into her family and friends will continue through the generations, the memories we share, the traditions we celebrate, and the love we hold for one another.

The lives she touched will be forever blessed by the way her presence lit up every room and by the loving spirit that will remain in our hearts. Memorials in Colleen’s memory, may be made to the charity of your choice.

Please join us as we honor the life of Colleen. Visitation will be from 1:00PM – 3:00PM Sunday, October 11, 2026 with the funeral service to begin at 3:00PM at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Ave. Franklin, TN 37064. 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com