By Tim Kearns
This edition of Your Williamson focuses on businesses in Williamson County...and there are many. This month, I chose to share about three business owners who are fine Southern Gentlemen that have taken good care of me!
David Patton owns a Lawn Care business, Pure Turf, LLC, based in Brentwood. If you want your lawn to look like your favorite golf course or the Titan’s field, give David a call. David relocated from Alabama in 2001 to play baseball at Lipscomb University. After graduation, having spent many years playing baseball or golfing on high quality turf, he decided that he should turn a passion into a career. David founded Pure Turf in 2007 and takes care of the very best lawns up and down the I-65 corridor in both Davidson and Williamson Counties. His primary focus is on the cool-season grasses, and offers a twelve-month plan that includes: fertilization, fungicide, and insect control that will truly make your lawn the envy of the neighborhood. When he’s not working, David enjoys playing golf, hunting, watching college football or being with his wife, Paige, and two children Charlotte and Foster. If you don’t have a green thumb but you do want to earn Yard-of-the-Month in your neighborhood, give David a call at Pure Turf. The biggest issue I’ve had is that all of my neighbors use David too so it’s tough for my house to stand out because they all look good!
A business I have frequented almost daily since 2001 is Franklin Athletic Club. It is two and a half miles from my house, reasonably priced, and whether you’re a weightlifter, triathlete, or just love to stay in shape, this could be your gym. Aaron Kirchner and his wife Lisa own FAC. Aaron’s passion for exercise runs in his veins. He started bodybuilding as a teenager and placed fifth in Mr. Teen Florida. He has certifications in personal training, nutrition, and training the older population. He, not only enjoys triathlons and has completed multiple races from sprint to full distance triathlons, Aaron is an Ironman finisher. Along with swimming, biking, running, weightlifting and yoga, he enjoys teaching social dance with Lisa. They primarily teach West Coast Swing across the country and has participated in exhibitions as they travel. Aaron doesn’t have children – however they have two four-legged ones. Stella is an eight year old Golden Retriever from Adopt A Golden Nashville and they are currently in the process of adopting their newest family member, Butler, is a seven year old Golden. Stella often attends Lisa's Friday morning yoga at FAC and likes to share Aaron’s mat. She is also one of BrightStone's pet therapy dogs. Aaron is a true Southern Gentleman and if you’re looking for a Gym to call home, give Franklin Athletic Club a try.
When your daughter gets married it’s good to know someone in the liquor industry. Jeff Warzynski at Cool Springs Wine and Spirits (CSWS) is my guy. Jeff has been the Wine Manager at CSWS for the past three years, a job title he has held in the industry for twenty-six years. If you know your events head count but are unsure of the quantity of alcohol to buy; beer, wine or spirits, he’s the man to see. When Jeff is not helping people with their wine selections, he’s spending time with his wife, Stephanie, and his three children. You can also find Jeff firing up his grill in BBQ Competitions or roller-blading through his neighborhood. When I asked him about his “go-to” wine for his own consumption, he said he’s partial to Hendry Wines because the owner, Michael Hendry, is a dear friend. In fact, it was Hendry Vineyards in California where he and Stephanie shared their vows a year ago. Jeff’s passion for wine has taken him across the globe to wine regions of New Zealand, Australia, Italy, France, Chile, Oregon, and many trips to California. Imagine my surprise when the CSWS truck showed up with the alcohol order at my daughter’s wedding venue and Jeff was actually the one driving. It’s that kind of service that keeps me coming back to Jeff and CSWS for my monthly wine purchases. Even though he’s originally from Michigan, he has certainly proven himself to be a Southern Gentleman. Stop by and see Jeff at Cool Springs Wine and Spirits soon!
