Rowan Josiah James Ray Tillman, 10 weeks old, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Jennie Stuart Health. Though his time on earth was brief, he brought deep love and meaning to his family, leaving an imprint on their hearts that will endure forever.
Rowan was born in Hopkinsville on February 9, 2026, the beloved son of Jeremy Tillman and Katherine Robinson, both of Hopkinsville. From the moment he arrived, he was cherished and surrounded by the love of his family, who held him close and treasured every moment with him.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, James Dayle Robinson, and his paternal step-grandfather, Martin Smith, who now welcome him with open arms.
In addition to his parents, Rowan is survived by his maternal grandmother, Debbie Adams of Hopkinsville; his paternal grandmother, Geraldine Smith of Hopkinsville; and his paternal grandfather, Vincent (Louise Steele) Kendrick of Hopkinsville. He is also survived by his brother, Nixon Tillman of Hopkinsville, and his sisters, Harmoni Wright of Hopkinsville, Jashiya Babb of Hopkinsville, and Thea Bridges of Lexington, Kentucky, all of whom will carry his memory with them always.
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Caldwell Blue Springs Cemetery in Cadiz. Bro. Dean Ray will officiate, with burial to follow.
Maddux-Fuqua-Hinton Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Rowan’s life, though far too short, was deeply loved, and his memory will remain a lasting reminder of the preciousness of every moment shared.
