Norma Nelson

June 24, 1934 – December 04, 2013

Norma Louella Nelson, age 79, of Halls died Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Norma was born June 24, 1934 in Kankakee, IL. She is the daughter of the late Mr Lockery and the late Martha Timbs (Vivian) Lockery. She married Clyde Nelson. She was employed as a Factory Employee by Tupperware Manufacturing. She is survived by two daughters: Teresa Nelson of Halls, TN, Shirley Shands of Halls, TN; Sister of three sisters: Shirley Nelson of Halls, TN, Loretta Humes of Sercy, ARK, Viola Compton of Dyersburg, TN and one brother: Lee Vivian of Dyersburg, TN; She also leaves 9 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Clyde Nelson, Daughter, Norma Jackson, son, Clyde Nelson JR, son, Andy Nelson. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Friday, December 6 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Don Williams officiating. Burial will be in Elon Cemetery, Halls , Tn on Friday, December 6 at 10:00 am. Calling hours will be Thursday, December 5 from 5 til 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 6. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 7. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Gene Harris

April 17, 1921 – December 04, 2013

Gene Harris, 92, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at his residence.

He was the owner of Petroleum Equipment and Maintenance, a member of Main Street Church of Christ in Newbern and a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII.

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Betty JO Whittle

November 19, 1933 – December 03, 2013

Betty Jo Whittle, 80, of Dyersburg, TN died Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 5, 2013, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Brother Lynn King officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Roy Childress, Scottie Childress, Danny Childress, Gary Whittle, Danny Whittle and Keith Tucker. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Asbille and Sam Embey. The Whittle family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until service time Thursday, December 5th at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Harold Whittle of Dyersburg and a daughter, Julie A. Whittle of Cordova. She was preceded in death by her parents, Forrest & Alta Adkins Ferguson; 3 sisters, Lena Mae Sweely, Annie Lee Childress and Louise Ramsey; and 2 brothers, Frank Ferguson and William Ferguson. The family requests memorials be directed to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 825 Hillcrest, Dyersburg, TN 38024; Love Worth Finding Ministries, P. O. Box 38300, Memphis, TN 38183-0300 or to the donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, December 5th, 2013 11:00 am - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Thursday, December 5th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Vicki Lynn Hendrix

November 10, 1960 – December 02, 2013

Vicki Lynn Hendrix, 53, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2013 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

Cremation services are under the direction of Dyersburg Funeral Home.

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Barbara Strey

December 16, 1934 – December 01, 2013

Barbara Loreeta Strey, age 78, of Halls died Monday, December 2, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Barbara was born December 16, 1934 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late George Raymond and the late Alma (Frost) Smith. She married Donald Strey on August 5, 1958. She was employed as a Nurse . She is survived by her husband: Donald Strey and one daughter: Connie (Robert) Layne of Halls, TN; Sister of one sister: Warlene Smith of Halls, TN; She is also survived by a Grand Daughter, Candie Hedge and a Great Grand Daughter, Callie Wynn Hedge. Predeceased by her Brother, Romaine Smith, Father, George Raymond Smith, Mother, Alma Frost, Sister, Lagreeta Jordan, Sister, Odessa Scearce. The funeral will be held 2:30 pm on Wednesday, December 4 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jim Wallace officiating. Burial will be in Greenhill Memorial Gardens, Halls on Tuesday, December 3 at 2:30 pm. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 4 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Martha Frances Clark

January 13, 1935 – December 01, 2013

Martha F. Clark, 78, of Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, December 1, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. She was retired from Kroger. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. She is survived by her son, Ricky Clark of Dyersburg; 4 brothers, Charles, Jerry, Donnie and Thomas Patton; and 2 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, A. D. & Mildred Wimms Patton and 2 sisters, Carolyn Copeland and Debbie Pevahouse. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Viewing , TN Viewing , TN

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Joann Burks

November 27, 1934 – November 30, 2013

Joann Fisher Burks, age 79, of Maury City died Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Mrs. Burks was born November 27, 1934 in Friendship, TN. She is the daughter of the late Johnnie and the late Ruth Clell (Colston) Fisher. She was employed by Tupperware She is survived by a daughter; Cindy Burks of Newman,GA., four sons: Tommy Beasley of Alamo, TN, Eddie Burks of Maury City, TN, Joey Burks of Frog Jump, TN, Paul Burks of Halls, TN; Sister of five sisters: Bobbie Nell Stephenson of Memphis, TN, Doris Stutts of Humboldt, TN, Cynthia Smith of Memphis, TN, Ava Morgan of Collierville, TN, Bonnie Fisher and six brothers: James Fisher of San Angelo, TX, Dan Fisher of MS, Roy Fisher of MS, Leroy Fisher of Bartlett, TN, Johnny Fisher of Bartlett, TN, Marty Fisher of Friendship, TN; Predeceased by her Husband, the late Edward Harris Burks, a Brother, Rex Fisher, a Sister, Sue Massengill. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Monday, December 2 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Steven Sutton officiating. Burial will be in Floyds Chapel Cemetery, Friendship on Monday, December 2 at 10:00 am. Calling hours will be Sunday, December 1 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Jimmy L. Gamble

August 15, 1948 – November 30, 2013

Jimmy Lynn Gamble, 65, of Dyersburg, TN, died Saturday, November 30, 2013, at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Graveside services will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at Fairview Cemetery with Brother Chuck Richardson officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by one daughter: Gena Walden and husband Zach of Dyersburg; one step-son: Robert Lynn Matlock of Memphis; two grandchildren: Addy Walden and Payton Hinson; and caregiver/long time friend Gary Henry. He was preceded in death by his parents Lester and Pearl Gamble; one sister: Louise Mathis Brasfield; and two brothers: Johnny Gamble and Garry Gamble. The family requests memorials be directed to the American Diabetes Association, Tennessee Affiliate, 4205 Hillsboro Road, Suite 200, Nashville. TN 37215. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024

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R.C. "Rocky" Lineberry, Jr.

October 01, 1961 – November 29, 2013

R.C. "Rocky" Lineberry, Jr., 52, of Finley, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2013 at his residence.

He was a self-employed farmer and a member of the Junction Church of God.

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Vivalene Sparks Leksche

November 11, 1930 – November 28, 2013

Mrs. Vivalene Sparks Leksche, 83, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 28, 2013 at her residence. She was a caregiver for many years and a member of the Church of Christ. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 30, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Koonce officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 29, 2013 and Saturday from 1:00 until service time at the funeral home. Survivors include her husband of thirty-eight years Louis Leksche; her daughter Rita Cooper of Dyersburg, TN, three step-daughters: Lou Ann Loiselle of Brighton, MI, Dianne Leksche of Mt. Pleasant, MI, and Susan Leksche of Jackson, MI; one son, Danny Dew, Sr. of Dyersburg, TN; two step-sons: William Leksche and Fred Leksche both of Mt. Pleasant, MI; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and sixteen step great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents: Birdy and Marcus Sparks; one step-son, Louis Leksche, III; one sister, Rachel McConnell; and one brother: Marlus Sparks. Pallbearers will be David Cooper, Jr., Jason Cooper, Danny Dew, Jr., Jerry Burns, Randy Cooper, and Steve Cooper. James Cooper will serve as honorary pallbearer. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, November 29th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Saturday, November 30th, 2013 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, November 30th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Robert Bruce Gurley

July 05, 1943 – November 27, 2013

Robert Bruce Gurley, 70, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at his residence.

He was retired from the lab department at Excel-Poly One and a member of First Assembly of God.

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Joseph Lynn Lovell

March 05, 1968 – November 27, 2013

Joseph Lynn Lovell, 45, of Newbern, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

He was a retired truck driver, member of Miston Baptist Church and an avid hunter.

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Harriette Sue Sawyer

June 27, 1940 – November 27, 2013

Harriette Sue Sawyer, 73, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was a licensed practical nurse at Dyersburg Manor for 15 years and was an employee of the Women's Clinic of Dyersburg for 30 years. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

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Dorothy Elsie Sorrell

May 15, 1918 – November 26, 2013

Dorothy Elsie Sorrell, 95, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a self-employed seamstress and a member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg.

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Donald Wayne "Duck" Morgan

November 30, 1951 – November 26, 2013

Donald Wayne "Duck" Morgan, 61, of Newbern, TN, died Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at his residence. He was a former employee of Dyersburg Fabrics and Tom's Snacks. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 30, 2013, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Ed Horner officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be nephews. The Morgan family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 29th at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Michelle Morgan of Newbern, 2 daughters Sandy Tarkington and husband Robert of Dyersburg, Wendy Hammann and husband Ed of Knoxville, 1 son Bradley Morgan and wife Jordan of Jackson, his parents Don and Sue Morgan of Dyersburg, 2 brothers Mike Morgan and wife Vickie of Dyersburg, Mark Morgan of Newbern, a very special cousin Tracy Bacigalupo and husband Tony of Dyersburg and 11 grandchildren, Anna, Becca and Trey Tarkington, Caleb, Yeshi, Zachary, Isaac, Chloe and Aynu Hammann, and Shelby and Hayden Morgan. He was preceded in death by his sister Janie Sue Morgan. The family requests memorials be directed to Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, 386 Park Avenue South, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10013. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, November 29th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, November 30th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Bettie Davis

November 17, 1934 – November 25, 2013

Bettie Brandon Davis, born on November 17, 1934, died Monday, November 25, 2013 in Halls, Tennessee. Mrs. Davis was the second daughter of William Roy Brandon and Mary Lois Salisbury Brandon. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Judy Brandon Owen, her husband, Gene Franklin Davis, Sr., and her son, Gene Franklin Davis, Jr. She is survived by one sister, Merle Brandon Mooney of Munith, Michigan and nieces and nephews Brandon Owen Gibson of Gadsden, Tennessee, Liz Mooney of South Lyon, Michigan, Rob Owen of Dyersburg, Tennessee, and Paul Mooney of Westerville, Ohio. Davis was active in her community and was a genealogist and historian. She served as the Lauderdale County historian for many years and wrote entertaining and informative articles for local newspapers. She also served on the Board of the Lauderdale County Library, and she previously served on the Tennessee Commission on Aging and the Tennessee Historical Commission. Davis was a member of the Lauderdale County Historical Society, the Daughters of the American Revolution, Key Corner Chapter, and The Huguenot Society of the Founders of Manakin, Captain Nicholas Martiau Chapter. She was active in the Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and she dearly loved her community, her family, and her friends. Visitation for Mrs. Davis will be Tuesday, November 26, 2013 from 5 till 8 pm at Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church near Halls. Services for Mrs. Davis will be conducted on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lauderdale County Library or the Lauderdale County Historical Society.

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Larry Ray Vestal

August 02, 1947 – November 25, 2013

Larry Ray Vestal, 66, of Fowlkes, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a maintenance employee for Hexpol Colonial Rubber and attended Independent Free Holiness Church.

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Betty G. Haynes

January 29, 1954 – November 25, 2013

Betty G. Haynes, 59, of Dyersburg, TN died Monday, November 25, 2013 at her residence. Graveside services will be 9:00 am, Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the City Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Tirey, 2 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, and her companion Donnie L. Cryts, all of Dyersburg and 1 sister, Sharon Rhodes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Marie Smith. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 09:00 am City Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024

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Flavel "Buddy" Beal

December 06, 1945 – November 23, 2013

Flavel "Buddy" Beal, 67, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at his residence.

He was a mechanic.

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Barbara Lowe Coles

November 22, 2013

Barbara Lowe Coles of Dyersburg passed away on Friday, November 22, 2013 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a journalist for Danbury News Times.

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Robert "Bob" Smith

July 16, 1941 – November 21, 2013

Robert (Bob) Roland Smith, 72, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 21, 2013 at his residence. He was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dyersburg and a Mason. Funeral services will be at St. Mary's Episcopal Church Sunday, November 24, 2013 at 2:00 pm with Reverend Gary Meade officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. Pallbearers will be Larry Alford, Thomas Langford, Paul Hollis, Cary Tinkle, Monty Essary, and Billy Buck. Danny Alford will serve as honorary pallbearer. The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Curry Funeral Home and again from 1:00 pm to service time Sunday at St. Mary's. Masonic Rites honoring Bob will be Saturday evening after visitation ends at 6:00 pm. He is survived by two daughters: Michelle Anderson-Hollis and husband Paul Hollis, and Alicia Langford and husband Thomas all of Dyersburg; his father, W.W. Smith of Clarksville, TN; four grandchildren: Jared Anderson, Kailee Anderson, Amelia Langford and Wyatt Langford all of Dyersburg, TN; and, one sister, Linda Alford and husband Larry of Clarksville, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife of forty-two years Billie Jean Smith and his mother Millicent Smith. The family requests memorials be directed to the Carroll County Humane Society, 396 Euclid Avenue, McKenzie, TN 38201. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Sunday, November 24th, 2013 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church 108 N King Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, November 24th, 2013 02:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church 108 N King Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Dorothy Jackson

February 08, 1946 – November 20, 2013

Dorothy Mae Jackson, age 67, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Mrs. Jackson was born February 8, 1946 in Friendship, TN. She is the daughter of the late James Grady and the late Flossie Mae (Wyatt) McLaughlin. She was married to Robert Owen Jackson for 46 years. She was employed by Tupperware. She is survived by her husband: Robert Owen Jackson and one daughter: Angie Crum of Greenville, TN; Sister of three sisters: Janice Curtis of Halls, TN, Vicky Townsend of Dyersburg, TN, Anita Rhodes of Jackson, TN and two brothers: Tom McLaughlin of Denmark, TN, Rick McLaughlin of Bells, TN; She also has two grandchildren. Grandchild , Brandon Crum; Grandchild , Ashley Crum. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, November 23 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro..Clyde Thompson and Bro. Joe Wright officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls,TN Calling hours will be Friday, November 22 from 5 Till 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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George E. Younger

November 23, 1926 – November 20, 2013

George E. Younger, 86, longtime resident of Dyersburg, TN, went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2013 at Asbury Place, Maryville, TN.

He was born to the late Georgia E. Martin and Frank L. Younger, Sr on November 23, 1926 in Memphis, TN. George graduated from South Side High School in Memphis in 1944. He married the late Tommye Ruth Brotherton Younger in 1948 and Ramona Hill in 2008. Also preceded in death were his granddaughter Elisabeth Anne Sterling and brother Frank, Jr.

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Sue Stutts

February 02, 1931 – November 20, 2013

Sue Stutts, 82, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at her residence. She was the former co-owner of Sue's Midway Truck Stop, Loafer's Lounge, Xpressions by Ami Sue and retired from Bennett Motor Express. She was a member of The Church of God of Prophecy on Upper Finley Road. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Tim Clark, Reverend Tommy Clark and Dr. E.C. McKinley officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Robbins, Cody Ellzey, Justin Robbins, Addison Clark, Jason Clark, Tony Clark,Lynn Mustain,and Drew Tankersley. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, November 22nd at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Anita Ellzey and husband Bill of Ellisville, MS, her son Jerry Robbins and wife Rachel of Cleveland, TN, her step-daughter Dianne King and husband Paul of Laurel, MS, her step-son Ronnie Stutts and wife Thelma of Dyersburg, 5 grandchildren, Amy Alexander, Jeremy Robbins, Matt Matlock, Cody Ellzey, Kyle Ellzey and 4 great-grandchildren, Justin Robbins, Baylee Robbins, Jacob Wilson and Jordan Alexander. She was preceded in death by her husband James W. Stutts and her former husband Arnold Robbins, 2 sisters Mary Ruth Clark and Hazel Hendrix and her parents Johnny Owen and Ethel Bishop Adamson. The family requests memorials be directed to The Church of God of Prophecy, 1620 Upper Finley Road, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, November 22nd, 2013 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Evan Ross Jones

July 03, 1991 – November 19, 2013

Evan Ross Jones, 22, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

A graduate of Dyersburg High School, Evan was a member of the Soccer Team, the Advance Choir, and the Dyer County Trap Shooting Team. He was a 5-year selected member of the Northwest Tennessee Honor Choir, an All-State Honor Choir 1st Chair: West Division, and a Boy Scouts of America Life Scout.

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Walter Anderson Jr.

November 18, 2013

Mr. Walter Anderson age 50 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died November 18, 2013 at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Memorial arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

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Terry Davis

May 30, 1958 – November 17, 2013

Terry Lee Davis, age 55, of Halls died Sunday, November 17, 2013 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Terry was born May 30, 1958 in Lauderdale Co., He is the son of the late Paul Davis Sr. and Shirley Rogers. He was employed by Lauderdale Co. Sheriffs Dept. He is survived by one daughter: Jenna Davis of Halls, TN and one son: Cody Davis of Halls, TN; his mother Shirley Rogers; Brother of one brother: John Paul Davis of Halls, TN; Mr. Davis was also survived by 3 grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother, Billy Joe Davis. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley on Wednesday, November 20 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 19 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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James Lynch

September 12, 1962 – November 16, 2013

James Alan Lynch, age 51, of Ripley died Saturday, November 16, 2013 at Halls, TN. James was born September 12, 1962 in Baraboo, WI. He is the son of the late William Norman and the late Evelyn Jean (Grosklaus) Lynch II. He was employed as a Machinist. He is survived by one daughter: Audrey Fultz of Dyersburg, TN and four sons: Jeffery Lynch of Ripley, TN, Dustin Lynch of Halls, TN, Curt James Lynch of Ripley, TN, Corey Phillips of Ripley, TN; Brother of two brothers: William Lynch III of Ripley, TN, John Lynch of Ripley, TN; James also leaves a companion Kathy Helton of Ripley TN, and 6 grandchildren The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 23 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, November 23 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Friday, November 22 from 5 till 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Doris Porter Heisey

April 01, 1924 – November 15, 2013

Doris Porter Heisey, 89, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was a retired production employee for Sylvania, member of Volunteer Baptist Church and a former Wal-Mart Greeter.

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Wirley White

October 23, 1928 – November 14, 2013

Wirley D. Marvin White, age 85, of Halls died Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Jackson Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN. Wirley was born October 23, 1928 in Haywood Co., TN. He is the son of the late Wirely Drew and the late Jessie Mae (Manley) White. He married Gladys JeanScott. He was a Farmer. He is survived by his wife: Gladys Jean(Scott) White and six daughters: Chairy Frizzell of Halls, TN, Gloria DeSouza of Irving, TX, Lois Hogue of Halls, TN, Brenda Heddins of Riverdale, GA, Yvonne Norris of Harris, NC, Delilah Warden of Halls, TN; ; Predeceased by his son, Marvin Eugene White. There will be a family memorial service scheduled at a later date.

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Jerry Wayne Hendrix

June 18, 1947 – November 14, 2013

Jerry Wayne Hendrix, 66, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired plumber for Larry Rogers Plumbing, Heating and Air and a U.S. Army Veteran of Vietnam War. He was a member of Delta Cruisers Motorcycle Club, member of Patriot Guard and an avid hunter.

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Doris Lee Harris

August 14, 1931 – November 12, 2013

Doris Lee Harris, 82, of Finley, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at her daughter's residence.

She was a homemaker, former employee of HECO and a member of Three Oaks Chapel Baptist Church.

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Judy Hatch

June 28, 1959 – November 11, 2013

Judy Carol Hatch, age 54, of Dyersburg died Monday, November 11, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital in Dyersburg, TN. Judy was born June 28, 1959 in Memphis, TN. She is the daughter of the late Walter and the late Francis (Byrd) Cross. She married Jeff Hatch. She was a Factory Employee. She is survived by her husband: Jeff Hatch , three daughters: Mary Shaw of Dyersburg, TN, Christy Shaw of Dyersburg, TN, Erica Jackson of Murray, KY and one son: Troy Tucker of Dyersburg, TN; Sister of two sisters: Cindy Marvel of Gates, TN, Betty Tucker of Covington, TN and three brothers: Jerry "Buck" Cross of Brighton, TN, Leon Cross of Covington, TN, Walter Cross Jr of Brighton, TN; Predeceased by her brother, Henry" Tex" Cross, brother, Billy Cross, Sister, Mary "Sissy" Etheridge, Sister, Mattie Hunt, Sister Elizabeth "Bo" Hinson. The funeral will be held on Thursday, November 14 at 10:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N Church St, Halls, TN with Bro Terry Hunt and Bro Ronnie Etheridge officiating. Burial will be in Townsend Cemetery, Covington,TN. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 13 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Dorothy Helen Lemonds

January 11, 1935 – November 11, 2013

Dorothy Helen Lemonds, 78, of Ridgely, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2013 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired CNA at The Bridge at Ridgely and a member of Ridgely Church of Christ. She was a former supervisor for Rolane Manufacturing and a member of Reelfoot Rural Ministries Over the Hill Gang.

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Billy Bullington

October 02, 1938 – November 09, 2013

Mr. Billy Ray Bullington, age 75, of Ripley died Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Mr. Bullington was born October 2, 1938 in TN. He is the son of the late Clyde and the late Ida Mae Bullington. He was a factory supervisior. He is survived by his wife: Barbara Elaine (Thurmond) Bullington , two daughters: Janice Newhouse of Dyersburg, TN, Sherry McCutcheon of Dyersburg, TN and one son: John Bullington of AZ.; step daughter, Debbie Pipkin of Ripley, TN; step daughter, Cathy Lynch of Ripley, TN; step son, Michael Reed of Ripley, TN. Mr. Bullington also is survived by 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 13 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Marvin Sanders officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 12 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Ann Lazure

January 19, 1926 – November 09, 2013

Ann Pennington Lazure, age 87, of Halls died Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Baptist Trinity Hospice of Collierville, TN. Mrs. Ann was born January 19, 1926 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Marvin and the late Minnie (Abernathy) Pennington. She was married to the Late Richard Glenn Lazure. She was School Teacher as well as an avid gardener. She is survived by two daughters: Connie Lazure Strassburg of Atlantic Highland, NJ, Debra Lazure Talbot of Tampa, FL and one son: Walter Lazure of Germantown, TN; Sister of one sister: Patricia Pennington Ward of Dyersburg, TN; She also has four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband; Richard Glenn Lazure and a son, Rick Lazure. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Tuesday, November 12 at Mellville Meth. Church, , Halls, TN. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Tuesday, November 12 following the service at 10:00 am. Calling hours will be Monday, November 11 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Denise Davis

February 13, 1952 – November 07, 2013

Denise Burns Davis, age 61, of Ripley died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Denise was born February 13, 1952 in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late Ben Lavon Burns and Hazel (Herron) Byrns. She was employed by Turner Dairy as a systems analyst. She is survived by ; her mother Hazel (Herron) Byrns; Sister of two sisters: Delores Littlejohn of Ripley, TN, Delene Burns of Ripley, TN and one brother: Teddy Burns of Ripley, TN; step mother, Imogene Burns of Ripley, TN. She also leaves several nieces and a nephew. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 9 at Asbury United Methodist Church, Ripley, TN with Rev. Jim Peyton officiating. Burial will be in Asbury United Methodist Church, Ripley on Saturday, November 9 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 9 from 11:00 am. Until 1:00pm at Asbury Methodist, .

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Kenneth Ray Simrell, Sr.

September 27, 1953 – November 07, 2013

Kenneth Ray Simrell, Sr., 60, of Obion, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired farmer.

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Leticia D. Arellanes

February 17, 1962 – November 07, 2013

Leticia Dyanne Arellanes, 51, of Dyersburg died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was disabled. Funeral services will at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2013, Graveside at Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern with Reverend Dwayne Goodgine officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her husband, Jose Arellanes of Dyersburg, 1 son Alex Arellanes of Dyersburg, her mother, Joan Canada of Dyersburg, 1 sister Angie Weatherford of Dyersburg, 3 brothers Ronald Canada of San Antonio, TX, David Canada of Jackson and Tim Canada of Dyer. She was preceded in death by her father Riley Canada, a brother Tony Canada and her grandparents Clarence and Laura C. Gray and Herston and Grace Canada. The family requests memorials be directed to Tennessee School for the Deaf, 2725 Island Home Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37920 Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Saturday, November 9th, 2013 02:00 pm Church Grove Cemetery , Newbern TN 38059

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Cherrie Ann Walker

October 13, 1919 – November 06, 2013

Cherrie Walker, 94, of Dyersburg and wife of AD Walker (deceased) went to be with her Lord on November 6th 2013. She was the only child of Grover Keaton and Cherry Clyde Keaton of Milan Tennessee.

She is the wonderful loving mother of Betty Hudson, Don Walker, Rebecca Walker, Joseph Walker and James Walker (deceased). She has 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

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Brenda Jane Atkins

June 08, 1948 – November 05, 2013

Brenda Jane Atkins, 65, of Humboldt, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at Humboldt General Hospital.

She was a retired librarian for Crockett County High School. She was a member and former pianist at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Dyersburg and attended First Christian Church in Humboldt.

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Richard Paul Gordon

May 23, 1947 – November 04, 2013

Richard P. Gordon, 66, of Dyersburg, died Monday, November 4, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was owner of SamKat Books. He is survived by his sister Susan Gordon of North Kingstown, RI. He is preceded in death by his wife Susan Gordon and his parents Irwin Herbert and Ernestine Muriel Schenk Gordon. The family requests memorials be directed to Amnesty International, 5 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Bobby Sparks

June 12, 1937 – November 02, 2013

Bobby Gene Sparks, age 76, of Halls died Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Bobby was born June 12, 1937 in Albertsville, AL. He is the son of the late Edgar and the late Annie Massie Sparks. He was employed as a Welder. He is survived by three daughters: Pam Waller of Halls, TN, Cheryl Sparks of Jamestown, TN, Debra Boykin of Jamestown, TN and four sons: Don Sparks of Nettleton, MS, Tom Sparks of Aurora, IL, Timothy Nobles of Aurora, IL, Danny Sparks of Covington, TN; Brother of two sisters: Iva Holt of Crossville, TN, Pat Lauffer of Aurora, IL and two brothers: Dale Sparks of Sneed, AL, Jerry Sparks of Sneed, AL; He also is the widower of the late Joyce Sparks Predeceased by his son, Randy Sparks, brother, Wayne Sparks. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 6 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, November 6 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 5 from 5pm til 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Jerry Lee Baker

January 09, 1930 – November 01, 2013

Jerry Lee Baker, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Highlands of Dyersburg Health & Rehab.

He was a retired project superintendant for Forcum-Lannom and a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was a Baptist.

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Dorothy Carolyn Potter

July 17, 1952 – October 31, 2013

Dorothy Carolyn Potter, 61, of Wichita, KS, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, KS.

A Loving mother and wife, she was an avid community volunteer and a member of Northside Church of Christ.

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Patsy Jo Spence

January 24, 1936 – October 30, 2013

Patsy Jo Spence, 77, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a former librarian at Ridgely Public Library. She was a member and Sunday School Teacher at Wynnburg Baptist Church.

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Tim Eudaley

May 13, 1959 – October 30, 2013

Tim Eudaley, 54, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at his residence.

He was a salesman for Delta Auto Sales, member of Moose Lodge and an avid sportsman. He was a Baptist.

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John Morgan

September 19, 1934 – October 27, 2013

John Burnell Morgan, age 79, of Dyersburg died Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. John was born September 19, 1934 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late John Douglas and the late Mattie Bell (Hunt) Morgan. He was in the construction field during most on his life. He is survived by his wife: Linda (Ferguson) Morgan , a daughter: Alisa Jarell, and a step-daughter Camille Peoples of OK and two sons: Steve Morgan; Kelly Morgan of Tomball, TX, step-son Richard Gillespie of AR; Brother of one sister: Barbara Whitaker of Jackson, TN; The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 30 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N Church St, Halls, TN with John Fowler officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, October 30 at 11:00 am. .

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