The Leighton Grant

The Family Business: Whitt’s BBQ has been a Nashville tradition since March 1978, when Bill and Peggy Dean opened the first location in Antioch, TN.  With the help of the 2nd generation, they have grown to 11 Nashville locations, 15 sub-franchises, and grandchildren are now in the business. Leighton: Tragically, in September 2013, Leighton Williams (one of the third generation) passed away in a weather related car accident on the way home from college.  Her mom says Leighton had a zeal for life that was infectious.  She had a heart of absolute service to her fellow man, and to Jesus Christ.  She also absolutely LOVED children.  That’s why, every October for her birthday, ALL SALES and donations received at the Whitt’s BBQ Hermitage location are donated to children’s charities in Leighton’s name.  We have been so incredibly blessed to be one of the recipients, and are thrilled to be able to give a grant in her name.  To lose a child is unbearable, but praying that a family will be blessed though this loss with a child of their own. #lovelikelay