Ceremony Marks One Year Since Jay Hutton’s Passing

(UCBJ) – The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) and members of the community recently gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating Treehouse Tattoos and the legacy of its founder, Jay Hutton.

“The ceremony marked a bittersweet milestone, taking place one year after Jay’s passing. Those in attendance celebrated not only the opening of the business but also the realization of a dream Jay shared with (his wife) Ricki (May),” according to the Chamber.

The event paid tribute to both Jay’s life and the legacy he and Ricki built together, celebrated a new chapter for Treehouse Tattoos and recognized the lasting impact of its founder.

Photo via The Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce.

 It is a new chapter for Treehouse Tattoos, but the passion and memory of its founder will be forever remembered.

“My heart is full. Saturday was a celebration I know Jay would have very much loved! Thank you to my people for showing up for me,” said Ricki May on Facebook.

For more information on Treehouse Tattoos, call 931-357-3833 or email tolxtattoos@gmail.

Pictured above: Jay Hutton. Photo via Treehouse Tattoos

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