William Michael “Blue” Downs, age 77 died Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Summit Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation in Columbia.
He was born December 13, 1947 in Somerset to the late William Bert “Bill” and Margaret Watson Downs. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Bennett Downs; a son, Josh Downs; and a daughter-in-law, Kimberly Downs. He was a member of Egypt Christian Church and he was formerly a barber at Harris Barber Shop and retired after 20 plus years at Fruit of the Loom. He enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds and watching his grandchildren playing ball.
Survivors include a son, Chris Downs of Columbia; three grandchildren, Easton Downs (Bree), Grayson Downs (Kandance) and McKenna Downs, all of Columbia; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were Thursday, September 18 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Paul Patton officiating and burial in Columbia Cemetery.
Casket bearers were Scott Bennett, Ty Bennett, David Murrell, Brent Sapp, Matt Rodgers and Andy Richerson. Honorary casket bearers were Ricky Bennett, Greg Murrell, Larry Brown and In memory of Patrick Sapp.
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
