Linda L. Etheridge

October 10, 1950 – April 25, 2013

Linda L. Etheridge, 62, of Dyersburg died Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will follow in Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Etheridge family will receive visitors Saturday, April 27th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by 2 daughters Mary Ann Spears of Huntingdon, Katherine S. Pratt of Florida, 2 sisters Mary Ann Graham of Myrtle Beach, SC, Carolyn Poore of Columbia, SC, 1 brother of Chancy E. Prescott of Henning, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-granchild. She was preceded in death by her parents R.D. and Esther Reed Prescott. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Saturday, April 27th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, April 28th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Patricia Ann Cook Coker

August 31, 1956 – April 24, 2013

Patricia Ann Cook Coker, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of Springhill Baptist Church. She was a former employee of Sara Lee Foods and Dyersburg Fabrics.

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Carmack Bennett

May 01, 1927 – April 24, 2013

Carmack Bennett, 85, of Lenox, TN died Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett. He was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ and an army veteran. Funeral services for Mr. Bennett will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Mr. Andy Brewer. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be church members of Phillips Street Church of Christ. The Bennett family will receive visitors Thursday, April 25th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his brother Arthur Bennett of Newbern and several nieces and nephews. He is was preceded in death by his wife Frances Bennett, 3 sisters, Reba Hopper, Mae Thurmond, Ruth Pope, 2 brothers, Ray Bennett, Earl Bennett and his parents James William and Jennie Countess Bennett. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, April 25th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 26th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Sarah Terry

April 22, 2013

Sarah Katherine Terry, 77 of Alamo, TN, formerly of Halls, died Monday (4-22-13) at her residence in Alamo, TN. Born in DeFunicak Springs, FL, she was the daughter of the late David and the late Sallie Mae (Brackins) Adams. She was a Self Employed day care operator. Mrs. Terry was a member the South Fork Baptist Church. She was also a Director of WMU since 1985. Mrs. Terry was the widow of the Late William "Junior" Terry. She is survived by one son: William Terry Sr. of Alamo, TN She also leaves 5 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her Daughter, Linda Terry Long Friends may call Tuesday (4-23-13) from 5-8 at South Fork Baptist Church near Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday(4-24-13) at 3:00 pm at South Fork Baptist Church, Chesnut Bluff Rd., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to South Fork Baptist Church Building Fund, American Heart Association, or Breast Cancer Awareness.

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Greg A. Daffron

February 18, 1951 – April 22, 2013

Greg A. Daffron, 62, of Jackson, TN, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital due to complications from battling several illnesses. Mr. Daffron was born in Columbus, Indiana on February 18, 1951 to Ken and Frances Daffron, who both preceded him in death. He was an independent painting subcontractor. He leaves behind one son, Taylor Daffron and wife Cindy Daffron, both of Dyer; one sister, Lisa Ford and husband Kent of Dyersburg; two nephews, Jeff Ford and wife Lindsey of Dyersburg and Greg Ford and wife Jen of Covington, 1 great nephew, Hudson Ford and 3 great nieces, Ann Charlotte Ford, Evie Ford and Chandler Ford. A private memorial service will be held at a later date in Morganfield, KY. The family request any memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, P. O. Box 1002, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Viewing , TN

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Brenda Canada

August 06, 1946 – April 21, 2013

Brenda Canada, 66, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of Harvest Baptist Church.

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Katherine Clifton Dunivant

January 21, 1923 – April 21, 2013

Katherine Clifton Dunivant, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

She was a retired plant clerk for South Central Bell, member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW.

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Loretta Mae Willard

May 26, 1932 – April 20, 2013

Loretta Mae Willard, 80, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

Mrs. Willard was born on May 26, 1932 in Lawrence County Arkansas. She was a homemaker. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a Baptist and an avid reader. The family hopes that the deeds Mrs. Loretta did while she was living will speak well of her after her death.

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David Richardson

April 18, 2013

David Wayne Richardson, 48 of Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday in the Baptist Memorial Hospital East, Memphis, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Russell and the late Emma Sue (Davis) Richardson. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator, Survived by his wife: Sanda Richardson and two sons: Josh (Brandi Dean) Richardson of Dyersburg, TN, Jesse Richardson of Dyersburg, TN Brother of three sisters: Melody (Lanny) Tidwell of Halls, TN, Regina Rice of Dyersburg, TN, Tammy (James) Puckett of Dyersburg, TN and three brothers: Randy (Sue) Richardson of Hornbeak, TN, Marty Richardson of Dyersburg, TN, Robert Richardson of Dyersburg, TN Granddaughter, Kailey Richardson; granddaughter, Sofia Dean; Mother In Law, Virginia Gourley of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Saturday (4-20-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Sunday (4-21-13) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Sunday in Mt. Vernon, Dyersburg.

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Joe Tidwell

April 17, 2013

Joe F. "Papa" Tidwell, Sr., 83 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-17-13) at his residence. Born in Finley, TN, he was the son of the late William Alexander and the late Dovie (Haney) Tidwell. Mr. Joe was also an avid gardener and carpenter. He was a member of the Dyer County Fair Association. Mr. Joe was instrumental in the planning and building of the "Sorghum Village" exhibit at the Dyer County Fairgrounds. Mr. Joe, being a barber by profession, was notably interested in the authenticity and furnishings of the "Barber's Shop" exhibit. Many of his barber shop antiques are still on display today. Survived by his wife: Janene Tidwell, three daughters: Lisa (Mike) Tidwell Baker of Dyersburg, TN, Krysta (Eric) Adams Evans of Halls, TN, Dana (Ronnie) Adams Walker of Halls, TN and one son: Joe "Little Joe" And (Kathy) Tidwell of Dyersburg, TN Brother of one sister: Susie (Buck) Moore of Finley, TN and one brother: Billy (Mildred) Tidwell of Dyersburg, TN Mr. Joe is also survived by 8 grandchildren, one of which he raised as his own; Emilee Ruth Moore. He also leaves 8 great grandchildren Predeceased by his Sister, Leedale Jones, Sister, Lousie Jones, brother, Elmer Tidwell, brother, Thelmer Tidwell, brother, Marvin Tidwell, brother, Tommy Tidwell .Visitation will be from 5-8pm. on Friday (4-19-13) at the First Baptist Church, 102 E. Tigrett St. Halls. Funeral service will be held Saturday (4-20-13) at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 102 E. Tigrett St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in Halls Cemetery, Halls. Pall bearers; Jeff Jones, Rickie Tidwell, Pat Moser, Danny Hurst, Phillip Tidwell

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Tommy Wray

April 17, 2013

Tommy Wayne Wray, 55 of (Frog Jump) Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-17-13) at his residence. Born in Alamo, TN, he was the son of the late William Thomas and the late Ruby (Fincher) Wray. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator, Survived by his wife: Carol (Toy) Wray Brother of two sisters: Judy Wray Bailey of Halls, TN, Beverly Wray Herron of Ripley, TN He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great nephews. Friends may call Friday (4-19-13) from 5-8 at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church,(Frog Jump) Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday (4-20-13) at 11:00 am at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, Halls Interment will be Saturday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Dr. James Parker Green

November 18, 1927 – April 17, 2013

Dr. James Parker Green, 85, died on April 17, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Dyersburg, Tennessee on November 18, 1927, son of the late Parker and Anna Green. He graduated from Dyersburg High School and attended Vanderbilt University, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. After graduating from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, he entered the U.S. Army, serving as a 1st lieutenant in Korea and at Fort Hamilton, New York. Following his military service, he practiced general dentistry in Dyersburg for 48 years, receiving a Governor's award for his dental care of indigent children.

He was a lifelong member of the Dyersburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where he served as treasurer and was a member of the building committee, board of elders, and board of trustees. Dr. Green was a Boy Scout leader, served as chairman of the Davy Crockett district and earned the Silver award. He was a member of the Dyersburg Rotary Club for 25 years, serving as president and secretary, and was a recipient of the Paul Harris award. He served as chairman of the Dyersburg planning commission.

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Carolyn Burns

January 22, 1953 – April 17, 2013

Carolyn Burns, 60, died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Burns will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Burns family will receive visitors Friday beginning at 12 Noon until service time. She is survived by her husband Jerry Donald Burns, Sr. of Newbern, 1 daughter Lois Denise Saylors of Newbern, 6 sons Marshall Wade Rice, Tony Gene Rice, James Lee Burns, Jimmy Lee Burns, all of Dyersburg, Scotty Joe Twitty of Lebanon, KS, Jerry Donald Burns, III of Malden MO, 4 sisters Virginia Ann Hindman and Jerry Renia McMillin of Salina, KS, Rosie Luella Walker and Donna Janette Johnson, both of Caruthersville, MO, 3 brothers Lendell Joe Miller of Benton Heights, MI, Mickey Wayne Morris of Caruthersville, MO, Charles Lee Morris o f Bokerton, MO, 5 step-sons, Jerry Donald Burns, Jr., Donald Lynn Burns, Jeffrey Lynn Burns, Ronnie Joe Burns, all of Caruthersville,MO, Billy Ray Burns of Dyersburg, 31 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Ginger Ann Twitty, her brother Claude Daniel Morris and her parents John Henry and James O. Morris. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, April 19th, 2013 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 19th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Gwila Cannon

April 16, 2013

Gwila Ann Cannon, 74 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-16-13) at her residence in Halls, TN. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Elbert and the late Louise (Hart) Ozment. She was a Factory Employee, and a member of the Halls First Baptist Church. Survived by four daughters: Jackie (Tim) Brown of Hobe Sound, FL, Karen Potter of Halls, TN Lisa Caswell of Halls, TN, Donna Tucker of Halls, TN 5 grandchildren3 great grandchildren Predeceased by her brother, Phillip Leslie Ozment Memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.

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Brenda Clark

April 14, 2013

Brenda Faye Clark, 67 of Ripley, passed on Sunday (4-14-13) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Ashport, TN, she was the daughter of the late Bill and the late Marie (Baggett) Frye. She was a Homemaker, Mrs. Clark was a member of Ashport Baptist Church Survived by two daughters: Paula Adkins of Ripley, TN, Gail Thurmond of Ripley, TN. Sister of three sisters: Peggy Spray of Ripley, TN, Shelia McCage of Ripley, TN, Deborah Butler of Ripley, TN 6 grandchildren 8 great grandchildren Predeceased by her Husband, Charles Clark, brother, Ronald Frye Friends may call Tuesday (4-16-13) from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside services will be held Wednesday (4-17-13) at 2:00 pm at Lightfoot Cemetery, Wade Hunter Rd., Ripley Interment will be Wednesday in Lightfoot Cem., Ripley.

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Maxine Richardson Golden Coleman

October 26, 1922 – April 13, 2013

Mrs. Thelda Maxine (Macky) Richardson Golden Coleman, age 90, of Dyersburg passed away Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Facility. She was born on October 26, 1922 in Lenox, Tennessee. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg. The family will receive visitors Sunday, April 14, 2013 from 1:00 PM until 1:45 PM prior to the services. Services will be at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Mike Hickman officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home has charge of arrangements. Survivors include three sisters, Arlene (Toodie) Hampton of Dyersburg, Kay Inman King of Marietta, Georgia, and Bobbie Gray of Olive Branch, Mississippi; a brother, R. P. Richardson and wife, Betty of Dyersburg, nieces and nephews Robert Reed, Herman Reed, Tommy Reed, Kathy Richardson Braese, Linda Richardson Dycus, William Paul Campbell, Ann Campbell Foster, Vickie Campbell Thedford, Connie Campbell Wright, Cherry Hampton Dennison, Scotty Hampton, Richie Hopper, Elva Hopper Burks, Billy Freeman Hopper, Wally Hopper, John Hopper, Patricia Inman, Cindy Inman, Elaine Pate Corzine, Lance Gray, Keith Gray, and Kevin Gray; and many great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Loyd Golden, her parents, Gaston Foy and Elva Killett Richardson, and five sisters, Loretta Richardson, Anna "Ease" Reed, Joyce Reed, Billie Hopper and Floy "Sis" Campbell. Pallbearers will be Herman Reed, Tommy Reed, Robert Reed, William Paul Campbell, Scotty Hampton, Billy Freeman Hopper, Lance Gray and Keith Gray. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Foster, K. W. Dennison, Billy Bob Burks, Richie Hopper, Wally Hopper, John Hopper and Kevin Gray. The family requests that any memorials be directed to McIver's Grant Public Library Building Fund for the Children's Section, 410 West Court Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024, or Memorial Program for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P. O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Visitation Sunday, April 14th, 2013 01:00 pm - 01:45 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, April 14th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Ernest Whitt

March 21, 1935 – April 12, 2013

Ernest Whitt, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired farmer.

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Rozzell Goodman

April 09, 2013

Rozzell Goodman, 82 , Halls, TN, died Tuesday (4-9-13) at her residence, Halls, TN. Born in Nankipoo, TN, she was the daughter of the late Mattie Amelia Rose Beaird. She was a Homemaker, Survived by her husband: JamesGoodman, three daughters: Marilyn Startz of Romeoville, IL, Clarissa Goodman of Halls, TN, Marian Scott of Gates, TN and three sons: Carey Goodman of Jackson, TN, William Goodman of Halls, TN, Joel Goodman of Halls, TN Sister of two sisters: Grace Baker of Round Lake, IL, Shirley Willis of Chicago, IL She is also survived by 18 grandchildren,22 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her Daughter, Sharon Jenkins, son, Sam Goodman, son, James Goodman Friends may call Thursday (4-11-13) from 11:00am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside service will be held Thursday (4-11-13) at 2:00 pm at South Fork Cemetery, Chestnut Bluff-Maury City Rd., Halls Interment will be Thursday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Maietta Williams Simpson

December 31, 1929 – April 07, 2013

Maietta Williams Simpson, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired sales clerk for the Pet Stop and a member of First Assembly of God Church in Dyersburg.

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Michael Shannon Hamm

September 13, 1973 – April 07, 2013

Michael Shannon Hamm, 39, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, April 7, 2013 at this residence. He was a truck driver. Memorial services for Mr. Hamm will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Dana Hamm of Dyersburg, his father and step-mother, Donnie and Doris Ham of Dyersburg, 1 sister Donna Smith of Tiptonville and a step-brother Joe Ryan of Memphis. He was preceded in death by his mother, Judy Clanton. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Memorial Service Friday, April 12th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Ernest Bell

April 06, 2013

Ernest Edward Bell, 74 of Halls, TN, died Saturday at his residence in Halls, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late James Edward and the late Adie Delia (Watkins) Bell. He was a Master Carpenter, Mr. Bell was a member of Tipton Coon Hunting Assoc. and the Golden Glove Boxing Organization Survived by his wife: Rebecca Jane(McCloud) Bell, six daughters: Donna Ellis of Raymore, MO, Dee Snoddy of Atoka, TN, Glenda Terry of Atoka, TN, Susie Blakley of Gates, TN, Lisa Mauppins of Ripley, TN, Wanda Wilson of Atoka, TN and three sons: James Bell of Cullman, AL, David Bell of Halls, TN, Terry Bell of Covington, TN Brother of one sister: Carolyn Kilzer of Cullman, AL and one brother: Billy Bell of Dover, TN 25 grandchildren28 great grandchildren Predeceased by his brother, Milton Bell Friends may call Monday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St Halls. Interment will be Tuesday in Greenhill Memorial Gardens, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to St. Jude

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Eugenia E. Flowers

October 22, 1929 – April 05, 2013

Eugenia E. Flowers, 83, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 5, 2013 at Baptist Trinity Hospice House in Collierville. She was a member of Dyersburg First Assembly of God Church. She was a retired buyer for Colonial Rubber and an employee of 15 years with Long and Gibson Pharmacy. She was a member of the Pilot Club, Professional Secretaries International (P.S.I.), and the XYZ Senior Group at First Baptist Church and a former avid Dyersburg High School Band Booster Mom. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 8, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Pastor Jeff Ogg with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Tony Ricker, Jerry Flowers, Jay Scott Flowers, Ashley Flowers, Ronnie Flowers, Jr. and Jackie Yarbro. Honorary pallbearers will be employees at Long and Gibson Pharmacy. The Flowers family will receive friends Monday from 11:00 am til service time at the funeral home. She is survived by 1 daughter, Kimberly Flowers White and husband James of Belleville, IL, 2 sons, Jackie L. Flowers and wife Bev of Bartlett, Ronnie G. Flowers and wife Gina of Halls, 5 grandchildren, Jerry Lynn Flowers and wife Jessica, Jay Scott Flowers and wife Amy, Melissa Nichole White and Tony Ricker, Ashley Nicole Flowers, Ronnie Glynn Flowers, Jr. and 9 great-grandchildren, Kyli Alexis Flowers, Hunter Michael Blake Flowers, Benjamin James Ricker, Mason Allan Deloach, Lucas Anthony Ricker, Jaxen Lewis Yarbro, Alyssa Renee Yarbro, Delanie Jean Flowers and Grayson Parker Flowers. She is also survived by her loving husband's siblings and their families, Nettie Jean Garrison, Joyce Boyd, Donnie Flowers and wife JoAnn and Betty Ann Wittstruck and husband Ivan. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, J.L. Flowers, 1 son, Wayne Edward Flowers, 1 brother Edward Franklin Watts, Jr. and her parents Edward Franklin Watts and Lillie Elizabeth Watts Brown. Our Mother and our Nanny will be in our hearts forever and truly will be missed. The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of the donor's choice. Visitation Monday, April 8th, 2013 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, April 8th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Frances Ward-Dietz

September 10, 1932 – April 05, 2013

Frances Ward-Dietz, 80, of Dyersburg passed away Friday, April 5, 2013 at St. Joseph Manor. Mrs. Dietz was a member of West Side Baptist Church and an avid Rook player. During her active years she was an outgoing, cheerful adventurer who loved to travel. She even tried white water rafting once. Funeral services for Mrs. Dietz will be at 11:00 am Monday, April 8, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Paul Hogue. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The Dietz family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Sunday, April 7, 2013 at the funeral home. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be grandsons Mike Ward, Kenny Milan, Jeremiah Ward, Justin Ward, Clint Ward, Chris Lewellyng, and David Lewellyng. She is survived by two daughters, Linda Berry and husband Collie, and Beverley Lewellyng; four sons Kenneth Albert Ward and wife Dianne, Paul Ward and wife Tammy, John Ward and wife Rosemary, and Jeffery Ward all of Dyersburg, one sister, Joyce McCuiston and husband Charles of Finley, 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Albert Ward, Jr .and Henry Dietz; her parents Virginia Simpson Flatt and Huey Paul Flatt and one brother Donald Flatt. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, April 7th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, April 8th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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George McKee

April 04, 2013

George Elmer McKee, Jr., 64 of 395 Peach Rd., Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday in the Baptist Memorial Hospital East, Memphis, TN. Born in Covington, TN, he was the son of the late George Elmer and the late Opal Janette (Parnell) McKee Sr. He worked most of his life in Law Enforcement. Mr. McKee was also a US Marine Corps Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. Survived by two daughters: Angela Michelle Hunter of Ripley, TN, Crystal Lynn Elmore of Friendship, TN and one son: Jonathan Adam Webster of Halls, TN Brother of one brother: Gary McKee of Ripley, TN 8 grandchildren Predeceased by his Sister, Katie Jones, Sister, Diane Walker Friends may call Sunday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Monday in R.H. Munford Cemetery, Covington.

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Wanda Jean Viar Pevahouse

October 12, 1953 – April 04, 2013

Wanda Jean Viar Pevahouse, born October 12, 1953, daughter of Walter "Jack" and Mone Edith Viar, passed away at her home on April 4, 2013.

She was a retired LPN and homemaker. She was an avid book reader and loved Paula Deen books, cookbooks and t.v. shows. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend.

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Clyde Lawrence Bottoms

November 11, 1910 – April 03, 2013

Clyde Lawrence Bottoms, 102, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at Maple Ridge Manor.

He was a retired insurance agent for Life of Georgia, where he worked for 35 years and was a founding member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.

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David Kirby

April 01, 2013

David Brady Kirby, 58 of Dyersburg, TN, died Monday in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Raylain Brady and the late Maxine (Goodwin) Kirby. He was a Factory Employee, Survived by his wife: Teresa Diann (Fowler) Kirby and one son: Brad (Tara) Kirby of Dyersburg, TN Brother of three sisters: Linda Faye (Ronnie) Craig of Newbern, TN, Sara Francis Kirby of Dyersburg, TN, Patsy (Gary) Hunter of Bonicord, TN and one brother: Danny Ray "Chubby" And Cheryl Kirby of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Earline Hood Brooks

January 03, 1933 – April 01, 2013

Earline Hood Brooks, 80, of Dyersburg, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 1, 2013.

She was born in Dyer County on January 3, 1933 to the late Silas and Georgia Hood. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, James Harold Brooks. They spent most of their life on a farm in the Bobwire Community, near Bogota. After moving to Dyersburg, she worked at Sylvania and Wal-Mart. Earline was a member of Lenox Baptist Church.

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Sharon Jones

October 18, 1946 – March 31, 2013

Sharon Jones, 66, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, March 31, 2013 at Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin. She was an active member of Hawthorne Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Jeremy Dodson. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Ratliff, Jason Ratliff, Barry Farley, Hunter Farley, Sean Jones, Brian Jones, Keith Jones, Bill Jerkovic and Ray Cutcher. The Jones family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Thursday, April 4th at the funeral home. Sharon is survived by her brother Ron Jones and wife Pam of Bensenville, IL, many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Donald Elwood and Fannie May Jones. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, April 4th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 5th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Robert Lee Hogue

March 30, 2013

Robert Lee Hogue, 88 of Halls, TN, died Saturday (3-30-13) in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyer Co., TN, he was the son of the late Cornelius Washington and the late Mary Callie (Allman) Hogue. He was a Factory Employee, Mr. Hogue was a member of Elon Baptist Church Survived by his wife: Mary Imogene(Cooper) Hogue and three sons: Dennis Hogue of Dyersburg, TN, Lanny Hogue of Dyersburg, TN, Tim Hogue of Horn Lake, MS Brother of three sisters: Edith White of Paris, TN, Lorene Seratt of Dyersburg, TN, Dot Spiller of Halls, TN and two brothers: Paul "Peck" Hogue of Halls, TN, Donald Hogue of Halls, TN He was also survived by 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his brothers; Waymon Hogue, and Leon Hogue Friends may call Monday (4-1-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday (4-2-13) at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley.

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Doris Laverne Corum

July 26, 1926 – March 30, 2013

Doris Laverne Corum, 86, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired clerk for Western Auto, member of First Baptist Church, where she taught children's classes for over fifty years and was a member of Fidelis Sunday School Class and was an accomplished seamstress.

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James Allen Walley

October 31, 1957 – March 30, 2013

James Allen Walley, 55, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a farmer and roofer. He was a Church of Christ.

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Janette Patricia Smith

September 11, 1956 – March 30, 2013

Janette Patricia Smith, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at her residence.

She was the office administrator for ECSIS and a homemaker. She was a member of Fowlkes United Methodist Church and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. She graduated from Samuel Whitbread College of Culinary Arts in London, England. She was a devoted Christian wife and mother who opened her heart and home to everyone.

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Debbie Elaine Pevahouse

September 13, 1955 – March 30, 2013

Debbie Elaine Patton Pevahouse, 57, of Dyersburg died Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a former nurse's aide, employee at Dyersburg Fabrics and Honeywell. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Brother Mac Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Eugene Dicus, Aaron Tate, Paul Mallard, Jr., Charlie Patton, Scotty Pevahouse and Ricky Clark. The Pevahouse family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday evening at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Ricky Pevahouse of Dyersburg, 1 daughter, Hillary Sisson and husband Jeremy, of Dyersburg, 1 sister Martha Clark of Dyersburg, 4 brothers Thomas Patton and wife Patsy, Charles Patton and wife Brenda, Jerry Patton and wife Wilma, all of Dyersburg, Donnie Patton and wife Karen of Olive Branch, MS and 5 grandchildren, Jordan Davis, Katie Davis, Morgan Sisson, Alyssa Sisson and Mackenzie Sisson. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Katherine Michelle Davis, 1 sister, Carolyn Copeland and her parents, A.D. and Mildred Katherine Wims Patton. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Barbara Ann Mcminn

March 26, 1943 – March 29, 2013

Barbara Ann McMinn, 70, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired dietary worker for Dyersburg Methodist Hospital.

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Martha Sue Reagan Baker

January 27, 1930 – March 28, 2013

Martha Sue Reagan Baker, 83, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Millington Health Care Center. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Ladies Sunday School Class, Eastern Star and the Dyersburg Homemakers FCE. She was the former owner of Dyersburg Beauty School and a lifelong resident of Dyer County. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Brian Grow. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be James Reagan, Neil White, Thomas Reagan, Jr., John David White, William White and Aaron Reagan. Honorary pallbearers will be Clark Reagan, Kirk Reagan, John Luke Reagan, Blaine Max, Jordan Max and Clay Max. The Baker family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Monday, April 1st at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband Charles L. Baker, 1 daughter, Susan Reagan White and husband Chris of Atoka, 2 sons, Thomas Bryant Reagan and wife Delia of Beaumont, TX, Joe Frank Reagan and wife Pam of Dyersburg, 1 step-daughter Debbie Baker Max of Covington, 8 grandchildren, James Kevin Reagan and wife Monica, Thomas Bryant Reagan, Jr., Neil Christian White, John David White, William Thompson White and wife Tori, Blaine Max, Jordan Max, Clay Max, 2 great-grandchildren, Christian White and Thomas Bryant Reagan, III and a family friend, Lauren Tracey. She was preceded in death by her husband Homer Otis "Red" Reagan, 1 brother Billy Joe Hopper and her parents Marvin and Carrie Mintz Hopper. The family requests memorials be directed to a charity of donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, April 1st, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Mary Baldree

March 27, 2013

Mary "Oneida" Baldree 98, passed away on March 27, 2013. Mrs. Baldree was director of house keeping for Park View Hospital for many years. Mrs. Baldree was the widow of the late C.K. Baldree. She is survived by several neices and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm. Friday, with funeral services to be held at the Halls Funeral Home at 109 N. Church St. at 10am. on March 30, 2013. Memorials can be made to the Tennessee Youth Villages in Memphis,TN.

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Dorothy Hammock Turner

June 25, 1926 – March 27, 2013

Dorothy Hammock Turner, 86, of Ridgely, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired supervisor for Heckethorn Manufacturing and member and former Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church in Ridgely. She was a former employee of Mar-Lek Manufacturing, member of Ridgely Woman's Club and was a devoted wife, mother and friend to many.

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Mary Elizabeth Dycus

December 09, 1927 – March 27, 2013

Mary Elizabeth Dycus, of Newbern, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

The family will receive visitors from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Dyersburg Funeral Home.

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Micheal Townsend

January 14, 1951 – March 27, 2013

Micheal Townsend, 62, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a Vietnam veteran and retired from Bennett Tool and Die. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2013 Graveside at RoEllen Cemetery officiated by Reverend Robert Craig. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by one daughter, Rachel Townsend of Dyersburg, one son, Justin Townsend of Dyersburg, three sisters, Kay Strawn of Dyersburg, Brenda Gardner of Obion, Jan Kennedy of McLemoresville and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Melvin Homer and Hazel Elizabeth Pinkley Townsend. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Friday, March 29th, 2013 10:00 am Roellen Cemetery , RoEllen TN 38024

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Betty J. Newell

November 10, 1933 – March 26, 2013

Betty J. Newell, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

She was a retired special education teacher for Dyersburg City School System, graduate of U.T. Martin and a member of First Assembly of God in Newbern.

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Virginia Hunt Wray

August 14, 1924 – March 26, 2013

Virginia Hunt Wray, 88, of Dyersburg, formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was a retired secretary for Production Credit Association, member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church, where she was an active member of Rebekah Sunday School Class, former manager of Tiptonville Wesley Homes and a former president of Margaret Newton PTA. She was a member of Lake County 911 Board, member of Lake County Primary Care Building and a charter member of the Tiptonville Public Library.

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Clifford Davidson

November 24, 1925 – March 25, 2013

Clifford Davidson, 87, of Finley, died Monday, March 25, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired farmer and attended the Junction Church of God.

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Jackie Guthrie Clymer

May 15, 1931 – March 25, 2013

Jackie Guthrie Clymer passed away Monday, March 25, 2013. She was born May 15, 1931 to the late Warren and Nell Canada Guthrie of Dyersburg, where she grew up a very poplar young lady. She served as a Dyersburg High School cheerleader, cheering on her future husband Bill. They soon married and that marriage was blessed with a a daughter Karen Clymer Bickers, granddaughter Jada Bickers, nieces Brenda Guthrie Williams (Steve), Dianne Guthrie Roberts (Jerry), Debbie Guthrie, great nieces Laura Williams Burroughs (Jeff), Dawn Williams Todd and special care givers Rhonda Carden and Tanaya Bush. Jackie was preceded in death by a brother Gordon Guthrie and wife June and a sister Mary Francis. Jackie was a very active member of First Baptist Church since the age of sixteen, holding such positions as Christian Training Director as well as the first woman member of the church finance committee, participating in the choir and various other church activities. A quote from Jackie, "My goal in life is to help others and in so doing, make some kind of contribution that will leave this world a little better for having been here. I am so thankful for all that God has done for me." Jackie began her career as the first lady teller to be hired by First Citizens National Bank, soon moving on to further her career at Security State Bank as vice president in charge of public relations and marketing. During that time she served Dyer County as chairman of The American Heart Association, going on to serve on the state board of the American Heart Association along with the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, March of Dimes, Easter Seals and Senior Citizens, as a solicitor of funds for their groups. She was also honored to serve as the first woman elected Director of the Greater Dyersburg-Dyer County Chamber of Commerce as well as member of the Dyersburg Industrial Board. After her retirement from the banking world, she began a new career as one of the top real estate agents in this area. Services will be held Friday, March 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Hickman and Reverend Raymond Boston with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Curry Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jerry Roberts, Jeff Burroughs, Gerald Newbill, Grady Gentry, Charlie James, David Tinkle, Carl House, Kenneth Ladd and Travis Miles. The family requests memorials be directed to First Baptist Church Building Fund or the American Heart Association. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, March 28th, 2013 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, March 29th, 2013 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Beverly Frizzell Magee

August 18, 1939 – March 23, 2013

Beverly Frizzell Magee passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 surrounded by her family. She was born August 18, 1939, to William David and Ada Frizzell in Union City, Tennessee. Beverly lived in Union City until 1954 when the family moved to Memphis where she was in the first graduating class from White Station High School in 1957. While at White Station she was the first editor of the annual and the first football queen.

Beverly graduated cum laude from Memphis State University (University of Memphis) in 1961. She was named Who's Who among students in American Universities where she served as Senior Judge on the Supreme Court as well as treasurer of Phi Mu Sorority. She came to Dyersburg to teach English where she met and married Milton E. Magee, her husband of 51 years. That marriage was blessed with a son, Milton E. Magee, Jr. (Jennifer), an attorney in Memphis, and a daughter, Maribeth M. Martin (Eric), of Montgomery County, TN.

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Joey Lee Kilzer

September 30, 1957 – March 23, 2013

Mr. Joey Lee Kilzer, 55, of Dyersburg, TN died Saturday, March 23, 2013 at his residence. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, March 27, 2013- Graveside at the City Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Kilzer is survived by his son, Adam Kilzer of Newbern, TN; one daughter, Emily Montgomery; his mother, Ernestine Kilzer. of Dyersburg; two brothers, Howard and Nicki Robinson and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Henry Kilzer. Online condolences may be given on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 10:00 am City Cemetery E Court St, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Bobby Gene Smith

April 08, 1935 – March 22, 2013

Bobby Gene Smith, 77, of Ridgely, died Friday March 22, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired self-employed contractor and a member of Bogota Baptist Church, where he was chairman of the Deacons and the song leader. He was a Mason and a Gideon.

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Will "Woody" Tate

July 04, 1960 – March 20, 2013

Will "Woody" Tate, 52, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a plumber for Turnbo Plumbing and Electric. Funeral services for Mr. Tate will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Haynes, Jason Turnbo, Little David Climer, Randy Lyles, Stanley Eaton, William Climer, William "Bubba" Tate and David Climer. The Tate family will receive visitors Friday, March 22, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Tate of Dyersburg, 1 daughter Melinda Tate of Wisconsin, 1 step-daughter Rebecca Sellers of Dyersburg, 2 sons, William Tate, Jr., of Wisconsin, Steven Tate of Dyersburg, 2 sisters, Frances Turnbo of Dyersburg, Louise Reeves of Parsons, 1 brother George Tate of Newbern and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Shebby Tate, Linda Reeves, 1 brother Sam Tate and his parents Samuel Thomas and Ruth Mai Neil Tate. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, March 22nd, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, March 23rd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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