NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – The Williamson County community is mourning the loss of the daughter of a retired fire chief.
24-year-old Jenna Addison, daughter of former Arrington Fire Chief Gene Craft, was tragically killed as a result of a car accident on Sept. 25, a social media post from Arrington Fire and Rescue said.
Addison was born in Murfreesboro, graduated from Page High School and served as a receptionist at the Williamson Medical Center emergency room, according to an obituary on the Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services’ website .
“Jenna Leann Addison, a loving daughter, devoted fiancée and cherished friend,” the obituary said. “Jenna treasured spending time with her friends, often enjoying the warmth of the beach and the joy of swimming. Music filled her life, providing a soundtrack to her many cherished moments spent with loved ones.”
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In April 2023, Craft retired as chief of Arrington Fire and Rescue. He joined Arrington Fire in July 2000 and remained there for over two decades. He worked his way up the ranks, serving as a firefighter, engineer, lieutenant, captain, assistant chief and ultimately chief for the final eight years.