Marcia Ann Rodgers

August 20, 2012

Marcia" Ann" Rodgers, 74 of the Bruceville Community near Dyersburg, TN, died Monday(8-20-2012) in The Highlands Of Dyersburg, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of the late Thomas G. and the late Ann Lincoln. She was a Purchasing Agent, employed by Dyersburg Electric Company Mrs. Rodgers was a member of Palestine Methodist Church Survived by her husband: Billy "Monk" L. Rodgers and one son: Mark L. Nelson of Mt. View, AR Sister of two brothers: Tom Lincoln of Olive Branch, MS, Bill Lincoln of Bastrop, TX Predeceased by her Sister, Esther Lincoln Friends may call Tuesday (8-21-12) from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN Funeral service will be held Tuesday (8-21-12) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Palestine Cemetery, Dyersburg. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to St. Jude

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Tommy Anderson

December 12, 1934 – August 20, 2012

Tommy Anderson, 77, of Lenox, died Monday, August 20, 2012 at Regional Medical Center in Memphis.

He was a lifelong resident of Lenox, a community he dearly loved. He was a member of Finley Baptist Church. He was a member of the TN National Guard and currently served on the Dyer County Equalization Board. He was a retired rural mail carrier for the United States Postal Service and a farmer. He truly enjoyed his retirement years spending time with his family, gardening or on his tractor and visiting with his B&B Family in the mornings. He also had a special group of friends that he enjoyed on their Thursday night outings.

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Dorothy Fowler Hill

May 08, 1922 – August 20, 2012

Dorothy Fowler Hill, 90, of Memphis, formerly of Dyersburg died Monday, August 20, 2012 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. She was a member of Great Oaks Church of Christ. Funeral services for Mrs. Hill will be at 2:00 pm Wednesday, August 22, 2012 Graveside at Zion Cemetery at Elbridge conducted by Brother Tim Alsup. The Hill family will receive visitors prior to the service from 12:30 - 1:30 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by 4 nieces and 3 nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Hill, 2 sisters Edith Anderson and Ollie B. Garrison, 1 brother Ezra Fowler and 1 niece. The family requests memorials be directed to Alzheimer's Association, 326 Ellsworth Street, Memphis, TN 38111-4417. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012 02:00 pm Zion Cemetery , TN 38240

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George Brigham Holland

September 28, 1937 – August 19, 2012

George Holland, 74, of Bogota, died Sunday, August 19, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired mechanic for Dyersburg Fabrics and an U.S. Army Veteran. He was a Baptist.

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Christine Shrader Maxwell

June 02, 1926 – August 19, 2012

Mrs. Christine Shrader Rundles Maxwell, 86, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg. She was a Baptist and worked at Colonial Rubber for 31 years. Services will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Mac Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Tuesday, August 21, 2012 from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include five grandchildren, Gary and Susan Turnbo of Dyersburg, Judy and Phillip Hamil of Union City, Eddie and Kim Rundles of Bells, Tn., Laurie and Tim Marrs of Michigan, and Chrissy and Dennis Lail of North Carolina; nine great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Willie Rundles and Jimmy Maxwell; her parents, Faith and Edith Miles Shrader; one daughter, Beatrice Turnbo; two sons Hugh Edward Rundles and J. B. Rundles; and two brothers Ted Shrader and Buddy Shrader. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, August 21st, 2012 10:00 am - 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, August 21st, 2012 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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John Thomas Darnall

March 19, 1927 – August 18, 2012

John Thomas Darnall, 85, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY.

He was a retired mechanic, member of Holy Hills Baptist Church and an U.S. Army Veteran.

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George "Monkey Man" Freeman Pettie

August 24, 1935 – August 17, 2012

George "Monkey Man" Freeman Pettie, 76, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 17, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired truck driver and a member of Tigrett Church of Christ.

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Floyd Lee Dockery

January 19, 1927 – August 17, 2012

Floyd Lee Dockery, 85, of Ridgely, died Friday, August 17, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired supervisor for Dyersburg Fabrics, where he worked for 16 years and an U.S. Army Veteran.

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Harry Hampton

August 17, 2012

Mr. Harry Hampton, 74, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 17, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center in Dyersburg. Mr. Hampton was a member of Journey Church and retired co-owner of Carpet Connection. Services will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2012 in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Turner and Bro. Owen Lilly officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include his daughter, Lori Anne Layne of Covington, Tn.; two sons, Rickey Hampton of Nashville, Tn. and Jeff Hampton of Dyersburg; one sister Mary Alice Arwood of Ripley; 4 grandchildren and 1great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Mamie Kent Hampton; one sister, Edna Reynolds; two brothers, James Hampton and Harvey D. Hampton; and special long time friend, Glenda Patterson. Pallbearers will be David Dedlock, Dewight Hutcherson, Ronnie Layne, Paul Lee, Glenn Mitchell, Chuck Morgan, Robert Hodge, andSteven Simpson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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John Nichols Holden

April 26, 1929 – August 16, 2012

John Nichols Holden, 83, passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2012.

John was born April 26, 1929. He graduated from Dyersburg High School in 1948 where he was a member of the undefeated Big Ten Championship football team. He was a Korean War Army Veteran decorated with the Korean Service Medal, Silver Star for gallantry, United Nation Service Medal and a Purple Heart. He was a member of First Baptist Church. He owned and operated Holden's Grocery for many years.

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William Starkey

August 16, 2012

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Ray L. Cutcher

August 16, 2012

Mr. Ray Cutcher, 81, of Dyersburg died Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a retired Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps serving in the Korean War and Vietnam War. He was also retired security for Murray Guard, Dyersburg Regional Medical Center, Heckethorn Manufacturing and Tyson Foods. Mr. Cutcher was a member of Finley Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mr. Cutcher will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 18, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Charlie Halliburton and Reverend Calvin Smith. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Friday, August 17th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be the US Marine Corps. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Jean Farley Cutcher, 2 sons, Butch Cutcher and wife Martha of Munford and Ray L. Cutcher, Jr. of Pikeville, 2 sisters, Evelyn May Mattoni and Josephine Cutcher of Toledo, OH and 1 brother Alfred Cutcher of Toledo, OH, 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Terry Norman Cutcher and his parents Amiel Dolphus and Flora Melvetta Druyord Cutcher. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Rex Henry Thurmond III

August 16, 2012

Mr. Rex Henry Thurmond III, 64, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center in Dyersburg. He was retired as a self employed exterminator and a member of First Christian Church. Services will be at 12 noon on Saturday August 18, 2012 graveside at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg with Bro. Jerry Mitchell officiating with interment immediately following. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include his fiancee', Betty Seals of Dyersburg; three sons, Rex 'Hank' Thurmond IV of Dyersburg, Michael Thurmond of Princeton, Ky., and Christopher Thurmond of Dyersburg; and one brother, Glenn Thurmond of Memphis, Tn. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rex Henry Thurmond Jr. and Peggy Sue Knight Thurmond. Pallbearers will be Tim Castellaw, David Davidson, Spence Lowery, Mike Bevis, Jeff McKinney, Mike Moore, and Mark Bessent. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles 'Bubba' Agee, Kenny Agee, Ray Horner, Kenny Seaton, Gary Beard, Alvin Thurman, David Wood, and David Bessent. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Garett Spencer

August 14, 2012

Garett Louis Spencer, 17 of Ripley, TN died Tuesday (8-14-12) at his residence. Born in Covington, TN, he was the son of Gary Lynn Spencer of Ripley, TN and Jenny Robinson Lumley of Pine Prairie, LA. He was a student. Brother of one sister, Janice Marie Jordan of Pine Prairie, LA and one brother: Coty Dale Scott of Ripley, TN Step mother, Judy Voltz of Ripley, TN; grandmother, Linda Kay Spencer of Ripley, TN; grandmother, Bertha May Merriman of Houston, MS; grandmother, Janice Ware of Pine Prairie, LA. He also leaves Fiance', Brittany Nicole Goodwin of Ripley, TN. Friends may call Saturday 8-18-12 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral Service will be held Sunday at 2:00 PM at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Interment will be Sunday 8-19-12 in Prater Family Cemetery, Ripley.

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Margaret Louise Couch Adams

February 27, 1924 – August 14, 2012

Margaret Louise Couch Adams, 88, of Hornbeak, died Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired employee of Oldberg Manufacturing and attended First Assembly of God Church.

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Judy Darlene Hooper

April 10, 1958 – August 13, 2012

Judy Darlene Hooper, 54, of Finley, died Monday, August 13, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a waitress and cook at J.P. Mini-Mart, member of Free Church of God at Chic and a former employee with Rural King in McKenzie.

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Belma D. Stafford

February 01, 1923 – August 13, 2012

Belma D. Stafford, 89, of Dyersburg, died Monday, August 13, 2012 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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

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Angela Agee

August 10, 2012

Angela "Angie" Marie Agee, 39 of Halls, TN, died Friday (8-10-12) in the Methodist University Hospital, Memphis, TN. Born in Ripley, TN, she was the daughter of the late Joey Glenn and the late Betty Ruth (Blakley) Reynolds She was a seamstress in the clothing manufacturing industry. Mrs. Agee was a member of New Vision Baptist Church Survived by her husband: Timothy Lynn Agee, one daughter: Allyssa Grace Reynolds of Halls, TN and three sons: Joseph Wayne Agee of Halls, TN, Logan Glenn Agee of Halls, TN, and Kolton Ryan Agee of Halls, TN Sister of one sister: Brittney Dawn Reynolds of Jackson, TN Mrs. Agee is also survived by her step father, Elvis Reynolds of Ripley, TN As well as her grandparents; Grandfather, Bill Blakley and grandmother, Thelma Blakley both of Halls, TN; She was preceded in death by her father, Joey Glenn, and mother, Betty Ruth Blakley Reynolds. Friends may call Monday(8-13-12) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday (8-14-12)at 1:00 pm at Elon Baptist Church, 240 Double Bridges Rd. Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Elon Cemetery, Halls.

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Jana Laurie Record Harris

September 28, 1956 – August 10, 2012

Jana Laurie Record Harris, 55, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 10, 2012 at her residence.

She was a finance manager for automobile dealerships.

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Frances Marion Flatt Bennett

May 03, 1925 – August 10, 2012

Frances Marion Flatt Bennett, 87, of Lenox, died Friday, August 10, 2012 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired nurse and a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ.

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Perry T. Butler

May 23, 1941 – August 10, 2012

Perry T. Butler, 71, of Tiptonville, died Friday, August 10, 2012 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a retired farmer, a faithful member of First United Methodist Church in Tiptonville, a 1959 graduate of Columbia Military Academy in Columbia, TN, graduate of Lambuth University, member of Tiptonville Fire Department, member of Lions Club and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.

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Joe Eldrige Smith

February 08, 1943 – August 08, 2012

Joe E. Smith, 69, of Ripley, died Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Lauderdale Community Hospital in Ripley.

He was a retired bricklayer, a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Vietnam Veterans Association.

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Evelyn Justine Jordan

January 04, 1946 – August 08, 2012

Evelyn Justine Jordan, 66, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was a retired lab technician with the Women's Clinic and a member of First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg, where she was the former President of United Methodist Women, founder of Prayer Quilt Ministry, leader of Campbell Soup Label Project, former Kindergarten Teacher, was in charge of mailing weekly newsletters, member of Hand Bell Choir, former director of Vacation Bible School and was founding member and current Treasurer of Jubilate DEO Sunday School Class. She was a Red Cross Volunteer, a former Cub Scout Den Mother of Pack 87 and a former member of Year-A-Round Garden Club.

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Mary Howard

August 06, 2012

Mary Helen Howard, 69 of Ripley, TN, died Monday in the St. Francis Hospital. Born in Morehouse, MO, she was the daughter of the late Samuel Jefferson and the late Jeroline (Ashmore) Tims. She was a Clerical employee for Continental Grain for many years. She is Survived by her husband of over 50years, David Howard, Two daughters: Carol Downs of Ripley, TN, Lisa Coonts of Gates, TN Sister of two sisters: Carolyn Hale of Memphis, TN, Lola Wells of Camden, TN and two brothers: Robert Tims of Sugar Tree, TN, Randy Tims of Ripley, TN 4 grandchildren ,1 great grandson, and a Stepgranddaughter Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8 at Calvary Hill Baptist Church, Hwy 51 N., Ripley, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at Calvary Hill Baptist Church, Hwy 51 N., Ripley Interment will be Wednesday in Grace Cemetery, Ripley.

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Hellen Celene Lowery

November 04, 1932 – August 06, 2012

Hellen Celene Lowery, 79, of Dyersburg, died Monday, August 6, 2012 at Methodist Hospital Germantown.

She was a homemaker, member of Reynolds Avenue Church of Christ, then Phillips Street Church of Christ and a member of Forked Deere Car Club.

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Sheila Diane Riley

September 20, 1948 – August 06, 2012

Mrs. Sheila Riley, 63, of Tiptonville died Monday, August 6, 2012 at Baptist Union City. She was a former cook at Lake County High School, Lakeview Dining Room and Air Park Inn. Funeral services for Mrs. Riley will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 8, 2012 Graveside at Crockett Chapel Cemetery conducted by Bro. Brent Davidson. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by 1 daughter, Kim Doyle of Tiptonville, 2 sons, Tony Riley and wife Vicki of Tiptonville and Wes Riley and wife Michelle of Finley and 4 grandchildren, Marie Doyle, Katlyn Doyle, Amanda Riley and Tyler Riley. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert "Buddy" Riley, her parents Clyde and Grace Smith Threlkeld and several brothers and sisters. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Virginia D. Climer

October 02, 1938 – August 04, 2012

Virginia D. Climer, 73, of Ridgely died Saturday, August 4, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker and a member of the Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Climer will be Monday, August 6, 2012 at 1pm Graveside at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgley conducted by Reverend Billy Bates. Survivors include her husband, Johnnie Climer of Ridgely, 4 daughters Debbie Staggs Smith and husband Wilburn, Tina Choate and husband Timmy and Martha Dean and husband Jimmy, all of Ridgely and Patricia McKay and husband Jimmy of Tiptonville, her father, Howard Jacobs and wife Ruth of Dyer, 2 sisters Pattie Prince of Dyersburg and Dina Harris and husband Charles of Trimble, 2 brothers Thomas Joseph (Joe) Jacobs and wife Marie of Covington and Jerry G. Fortner of Dyersburg, 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Mary Martha and Issac Pinkie Fortner, 1 sister Cynthia Johnson, 1 brother Larry Fortner and 1 grandchild Timothy Larry Choate, Jr. Pallbearers will be Dakota Choate, Jimmy Lee Dean, II, Timmy Choate, Travis McKay, Jonathan Staggs, Randy Lyles, Stevie Boyd and David Climer. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Drayden Smith-Hicks

August 04, 2012

Drayden Zane Hicks, of Dyersburg, TN died Saturday, August 04, 2012 at his residence in Dyersburg. He was the infant son of John Hicks and Jamie Smith. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2012, graveside at Fairview Cemetery with Bro. John Wayne Fowler officiating, with interment to follow. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Other survivors include his grandparents, Billy and Twyla Hicks of Dyersburg, Ronnie and Carla McPherson of Dyersburg, James Smith of Dyersburg, and Rebecca Abbott of Center, TX.; great-grandparents, Inez Hicks of Dyersburg, Jerry and Joyce Johnson of Dyersburg, and Monte and Lucille Abbott of Dyersburg. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Johnny Lovell

August 02, 2012

Johnny Farrow Lovell, 66 of Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday in the St. Francis Hospital, Memphis, TN. Born in Maury City, TN, he was the son of the late John Ed and the late Eva (Shaw) Lovell. He was a Farmer, Survived by three daughters: Belinda Lumley of Halls, TN, Diane Bailey of Dyersburg, TN, Lora Ann Dunlap of Newbern, TN and one son: Murray Lovell of Dyersburg, TN Brother of two sisters: Sally Pyles of Milan, TN, Dorothy Curtis of Burlington, WS and three brothers: James Lumley of Brownsville, TN, Billy Burton of Humboldt, TN, Billy Lovell of Brownsville, TN Grandchildren, 9 Grandchildren; Grandchild , 10 Great Grandchilren Friends may call Monday from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside service will be held Monday at 12:00 pm at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Church Rd., Halls Interment will be Monday in Poplar Grove Cemetery, Halls.

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Verness Virginia Melton

January 13, 1923 – August 01, 2012

Verness Melton, 89, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was a homemaker, member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and a former member of Dyersburg Home Demonstration.

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James Lee McLain

January 31, 2012 – August 01, 2012

McLain, James Lee, age 89, residing at NHC Farragut, went to be with his beloved wife and Heavenly Father, August 1, 2012. He married Virginia Harris, the love of his life, on August 2, 1947. She preceded him in passing on October 1, 2005. He had to leave this earth August 1st to keep a special date on August 2nd to reunite for their 65th wedding anniversary celebration, which was more important than events of this world. Jim is survived by his daughter, Ginny McLain-Tate and son-in-law Frank Tate, both of Farragut, TN, numerous nieces and nephews and sister-in-law, Edie Ford, of Dyersburg, TN. He was a decorated WWII veteran and proudly served his country in the 15th Air Force, 450th Bomb Group, as a B-24 pilot, stationed in Italy 1943-1945. He was fortunate enough to make an Honor Air trip out of Knoxville to the DC memorials in the spring of 2011. Jim was a graduate of UT Knoxville, College of Engineering, thanks to the G.I. program. He had a successful career with a large, multinational corporation, which took his family to live in 4 states and 1 foreign country, and him to many cities, states, and countries for business travel. His real life's work began at retirement with a Radio Shack computer. He spent the next 25 years researching the genealogy of our families. He provided all members of our family with fully documented data that made possible membership in DAR, First Families of Tennessee, and many other historic organizations. He was a Christian man who will be missed by his family and friends, especially his friends and special caregivers at NHC Farragut. Memorial Services were held Friday, August 10, 2012 at the Click Funeral Home, Farragut Chapel. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 2, 2012 at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern. Graveside Service Sunday, September 2nd, 2012 02:00 pm Fairview Cemetery, Newbern, TN , TN

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Dot Seaton Daugherty Williamson

September 19, 1932 – July 29, 2012

Dot Williamson, a long-time resident of the Finley area, died Sunday the 29th of July at Dyersburg Manor Rehabilitation Center.

Affectionately called "Miss Dot", she was known as a kind, loving, and compassionate person with a wonderful smile for everyone.

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Roger Ezell Criswell

April 13, 1934 – July 28, 2012

Roger Ezell Criswell, 78, of Arlington, died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Baptist Hospital in Collierville.

He was a salesman with Direct Tire and a member of American Legion. He was a Baptist.

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Tommy Blakley

July 27, 2012

Tommy Blakley, 66 of Halls, TN, died Friday at his residence. Born in Tiptonville, TN, he was the son of the late Thomas C. and the late Eula (Baker) Blakley. He was a retired furniture business owner and member of Elon Baptist Church. Survived by one daughter: Robin Hendon of Memphis, TN and one son: Danny Blakley of Halls, TN and two grandchildren Brother of one sister: Janice Rose of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Saturday from 5p.m. until 8p.m. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Sunday at 12:30 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Sunday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Cecil Ray Houk

July 25, 2012

Cecil Ray Houk, 70 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday in the Bells Nursing Home And Rehab, Bells, TN. Born in Fair Oaks, AR, he was the son of the late James Leo and the late Myrtle Lemay (Headley) Houk. He was a Mechanic. Survived by one daughter: Amy Houk of Gates, TN and one son: Dustin Houk of Halls, TN Brother of one sister: Marjorie Grounds of Great Falls, MT Friends may call Saturday from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be in Edith Cemetery, Ripley.

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Gary Lynn "Smurf" "Skeeter" Sykes

March 26, 1955 – July 25, 2012

Gary Lynn "Smurf" "Skeeter" Sykes, 57, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at his residence.

He was a factory employee with Anderson-Hickey, member of Evansville Free Holiness Church and an avid fisherman.

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Peggy Jean Starnes

November 09, 1932 – July 24, 2012

Peggy Jean Starnes, 79, of Lenox, formerly of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired factory worker from Sylvania and a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church.

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Bessie Onedia Walker Hanks

April 19, 1922 – July 24, 2012

Bessie Onedia Walker Hanks, 90, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was retired from GTE Sylvania and a member of The Sanctuary of Dyersburg.

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Susie Frances Harris

July 08, 1919 – July 22, 2012

Susie Frances Harris, 93, of Friendship, died Sunday, July 22, 2012 at her residence.

She was a homemaker and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ.

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Don Hilliard

July 21, 2012

Don Carlos Hilliard, 84 , Halls, TN, died Saturday (7-21-12) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Elzie Freelin and the late Zuba (Burroughs) Hilliard. He was a Grocer, Survived by one son: Wayne (Brenda) Hilliard of Halls, TN Brother of one sister: Willodine Cagle of Paducah, KY Mr. Hilliard is also survived by 5 granchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his Wife, The Late Helen Elmore Friends may call Sunday from 5-8 at (7-22-12)Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 am(7-23-12) at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Sunday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Ruby White Dunn

November 22, 1947 – July 17, 2012

Ruby White Dunn, 64, of Tiptonville, died Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at her residence.

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

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Bobby Joe Davis

February 06, 1937 – July 15, 2012

Bobby Joe Davis, 75, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 15, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was retired from the maintenance department and a tanker man with GATX Corporation in Argo, IL and formerly served with the Tennessee Army National Guard.

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Alice Waluk

July 14, 2012

Alice Waluk, 93 of, Halls, TN, died Saturday in the Bells Nursing Home And Rehab, , . Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Frances (Mello) Arruda. She was a Factory Employee, employed by Texas Instruments Survived by one daughter: Barbara Pugh of Halls, TN Grandson, Steve Pugh Jr. of Halls, TN; granddaughter, Melanie Pugh Mrs. Waluk is also survived by 3 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her Husband, The Late Michael Waluk and also two Brothers; Joe Arruda and Richard Arruda Friends may call Tuesday from 5-7pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Rosary service will be held at 6pm on Tuesday at the Halls Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00pm at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Dyersburg,TN. Interment will be Wednesday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Peggy Hale

July 14, 2012

Peggy Ann Hale, 73 of Friendship, TN, died Saturday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Lois Eldon and the late Velmar (Lovelace Forsythe) Scarbough. She was a Homemaker, Survived by two daughters: Jackie Aasen of LaCrosse, WI, Velmar Johnson of Jackson, TN and one son: Billy Ray Hale of Friendship, TN Sister of one sister: Velma Joyce French of Friendship, TN Sister of two brothers; Robert Virgil Scarbrough of Munford and Billy Neil Scarbrough of Atoka,TN She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, and an aunt; Ms. Elvis East of Maury City, TN. Friends may call Monday from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. service will be held Monday at 12:00 pm at South Fork Cemetery, Interment will be Monday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls

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Billy Sykes

May 28, 1931 – July 12, 2012

Billy Sykes, 81, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

He was retired from the maintenance department with Dana Corporation, member of Southside Baptist Church, member of the American Legion and an Army Veteran of the Korean War.

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Betty Frances Little Davis

May 31, 1925 – July 11, 2012

Mrs. Betty Francis Little Davis of Memphis formerly of Dyersburg, age 87 and widow of C.E. Davis, Jr. died Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at Kirby Pines Estates in Memphis. She was the Chief Operating Office of Marine Transportation Company. She was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Sellers Sunday School class and a member of the Eastern Star. Funeral services for Mrs. Davis will be at 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 13, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Jim Wolfgang. Interment will follow in Bellevernon Cemetery in Friendship. Visitation will be from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Collin Davis Fountain, Laughlin Britt Fountain, III, James Terrell Davis, Jr.,Frank Chestley Davis, Jerry Roberts and Scott Smith. Honorary pallbearer will be Jim McClure. She is survived by her daughter Darlene Davis Fountain of Memphis, her sons James Terrell Davis, Sr. of Memphis and Frank Chestley Davis and wife Pam of Franklin, TN, 5 granchildren Collin Davis Fountain, Laughlin Britt Fountain, III, James Terrell Davis, Jr., Frank Chestley Davis and Valerie Davis Smith and 4 great-grandchildren Emma Faye Smith, Abby Jane Smith, Ella Rose Smith and Laughlin Britt Fountain, IV. She is also survived by her dear friends Betty Yarbro Rickert who was her Maid of Honor and also Jim McClure who served as the Best Man in their 1948 wedding. The family requests memorials be directed to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or Alzheimer's Association, 326 Ellsworth Street, Memphis, TN 38111-4417. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Bob Mitchell

July 10, 2012

Bob Louis Mitchell, 79 of Halls, TN, died Tuesday in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Gates, TN, he was the son of the late Odean and the late Audrey (Garrett) Mitchell. He was a Truck Driver, Survived by his wife: Ruby (Burfield) Mitchell and one son: Mike Mitchell of Ripley, TN Brother of one sister: Judy Smith of NM Friends may call Saturday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Sunday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Sunday in Chapel Hill Cemetery, Medina.

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Helen Narcisse Smythe Lovell

May 20, 1938 – July 10, 2012

Helen Narcisse Smythe Lovell, 74, of Tiptonville, died Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired teacher and librarian at Margaret Newton Elementary School and a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She graduated as Valedictorian of Tiptonville High School, class of 1954. She graduated from The University of Tennessee Knoxville in 1958, with highest honors. While at U.T., she was also a Torchbearer Scholar. Helen worked in all the libraries at U.T. and received her Master's degree in education in 1973. While at college she was a member of Alpha Omicron Pi. She worked as a teacher and librarian in the Lake County School System for 35 years, retiring in 2000. She was instrumental in the establishment and development of the Reelfoot Rural Ministries. She was a leader in the renovation and restoration of the Tiptonville Public Library. She was involved with developing reading programs that were adopted statewide. She was a member of the Tiptonville First United Methodist Church, where she served in a multitude of leadership positions, including annual conference representative and choir director. Helen did extensive world traveling, having gone to all the European countries, Russia, China, Australia, New Zealand and Fiji.

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