Moline Baize

April 11, 1920 – May 24, 2012

Mrs. Moline Baize, 92, of Dyersburg, TN died Thursday, May 24, 2012 at her residence in Dyersburg. She was a homemaker and a member of Evansville Baptist Church. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 25, 2012 graveside, at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg with Rev. Dan Tilly officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Survivors include four daughters, Dale Mancell and husband Marvin Lynn, Carolyn Ennis and husband Danny, and Margaret Sellers all of Dyersburg and Libby Moody and husband Barry of Finley; one son, Donald Baize and wife Linda of Dyersburg; one sister Dorothy Strickland of Dyersburg; ten grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvie Ray Baize and one son Larry Baize. Pallbearers will be Kevin Baize, Dustin Ennis, Danny Ennis, Lynn Mancell, Barry Moody, and Jason Lineberry. The family requests that memorials be directed to The Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1002, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1002. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Lucinda Renee Stegall Whitter

August 03, 1975 – May 23, 2012

Mrs. Lucinda Renee Stegall Whitter, 36, of Tiptonville died Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Whitter will be Graveside, 2:00 pm Sunday, May 27, 2012 at New Haven Cemetery conducted by Dr. Ralph Buckley. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Sunday from 12:00 pm until service time at Curry Funeral Home Ridgely Chapel. Survivors include her husband, Kevin Grayson Whitter of Tiptonville, her parents, J. W. and Rachella Stegall of Ridgely, a step-daughter Jennifer Lynn Whitter of St. Louis, MO, a step-son Caleb Jared Whitter of Tiptonville and her mother-in-law Gerri Whitter of Tiptonville. Pallbearers will be Keith Ashley, Stacey Burpo, John Burpo, Sammy Bell, Ray Sanders and Morgan Todd. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Robert Earl Crawford

May 22, 2012

Robert Earl Crawford, 79, died Tuesday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Sledge, MS, he was the son of the late Thomas Alexander and the late Lillian (Partain) Crawford. He was a retired Supervisor for Manor Baking Company in Dallas, TX. Survived by his wife: Geneva (Forsythe) Crawford and one son: Robert Anthony Crawford of Jackson, TN Brother of one sister: Janie Campbell of Memphis, TN Friends may call Friday from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Friday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Interment will be Friday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Shelia Jane Lambert Binkley

February 11, 1948 – May 22, 2012

Shelia Jane Lambert Binkley, 64, of Lenox, died Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at her residence.

She was a clerk for Dyersburg/Dyer County Union Mission, member of Lenox Baptist Church and a volunteer for Transitions.

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Billy Buchanan

June 01, 1953 – May 21, 2012

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Joan D. Bowlin

March 14, 1943 – May 19, 2012

Joan D. Bowlin, 69, of Dyersburg died Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Regional Hospital in Jackson. The Bowlin family will receive visitors Tuesday, May 22nd from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Funeral services for Mrs. Bowlin will be private. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by a son, Brad Bowlin and wife Kim of Dyersburg, 1 sister, Lynda Conkel and husband Scott of Scottsdale, AZ, 4 grandchildren, Brier-Ashley Bowlin, Niki Muncrief and husband Jonathan, Caitlyn Boehms and Chase Boehms, all of Dyersburg and 2 great-grandchildren, Joshua Dallas and Dalton Muncrief, both of Dyersburg. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Eloise Campbell Reilly. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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James Calvin Ewell Moody

July 19, 1985 – May 18, 2012

James Calvin Ewell Moody, 26, of Gates, died Friday, May 18, 2012 at Pemiscot Memorial Hospital in Hayti, MO.

He was a fitter for Trinity Marine Products in Caruthersville, MO, member of Independent Free Holiness Church, an U.S. Marine Veteran and an avid baseball player.

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James F. "Red" Lowe

May 06, 1945 – May 18, 2012

Mr. James F. "Red" Lowe, 67,of Dyersburg died Friday, May 18, 2012 at his residence. He was a former carpenter with Forcum Lannom and Seaton Construction. Mr. Lowe attended Holy Hills Baptist Church. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include his 2 daughters, Melissa Brown Lineberry and Jamie Whitt (James) both of Dyersburg, his mother, Bertha Biggers Lowe of Dyersburg, 12 brothers and sisters, 7 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren and his ex-wife, friend and companion Vivian Pierce Lowe. He was preceded in death by his father Aldon Lowe, a son and his wife Annie Mai Warren Lowe. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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H.W. "Sonny" Wilkerson, Jr.

September 25, 1943 – May 17, 2012

H.W. "Sonny" Wilkerson, Jr., 68, of Tiptonville, died Thursday, May 17, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired Senior Chief with the U.S. Navy, where he served for 24 years and a graduate of Catholic High School in Little Rock, AR. He was a 15 year employee of Tennessee Department of Corrections, lifetime member VFW Post 9750 in Tiptonville, active in fund-raising for St. Jude's and LeBonheur Children's Hospitals and he was a Christian man.

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Kenneth N. Moss

October 12, 1932 – May 14, 2012

Kenneth N. Moss was born October 12, 1932 and left this world May 14, 2012.

He is survived by: his two sons, Tim & Malinda Reynolds of Eldon, MO, and Nick & Sue Moss of Caruthersville, MO; his daughter, Laura Jourden of Dyersburg, TN; two step-children, Neal Coke of Columbia, TN and Judy Marudas of Mt Juliet, TN. He had twelve grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. He had one surviving sister, Judy & Jack McCormick of Nashville, TN

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Richie Jackson

May 05, 1963 – May 14, 2012

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John Ezell Kenney, Jr.

October 16, 1944 – May 13, 2012

John Ezell Kenney, Jr., 67, of Stigler, OK. died Sunday, May 13, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired crop duster and a Baptist. He was an Airplane Pilot, enjoyed flying remote control airplanes and a disabled Army Veteran of Vietnam War.

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Terry R. Norris

September 04, 1940 – May 11, 2012

Terry R. Norris, 71, of Ridgely, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on Friday, May 11, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired tool & die maker for Bennett's Incorporated and a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church. He was a duck call maker, member of Reelfoot Duck Call Association, he was a cabinet, furniture and knife maker, a taxidermist, member of National Wild Turkey Federation and an avid hunter and fisherman.

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Tommy Gene Eddlemon

January 21, 1937 – May 11, 2012

Tommy Gene Eddlemon, 75, of Tiptonville, died Friday, May 11, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

He was a retired farmer and employee for Lake County Highway Department, member of Tiptonville Church of Christ and an U.S. Army Veteran.

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Billy "Babyrae" Smith

March 15, 1939 – May 11, 2012

Mr. Billy "Babyrae" Smith, 73, of Ridgely, TN died Friday, May 11, 2012 at his residence in Ridgely. He was a Christian and a retired employee of the City of Dyersburg where he worked for over 26 years. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 14, 2012 graveside at Dyer County Memorial Gardens with Bro. Dewayne Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 9:00 until 10:30 a.m. on Monday, May 14, 2012 at Curry Funeral Home in Dyersburg. Survivors include three sisters, Becky Smith and Annie Johnson both of Dyersburg, and Dorothy Dycus of Brighton; five brothers, Clyde Smith of Newbern, James Smith of McKenzie, Thomas Smith of Samburg, Johnny Smith of Dyersburg, and Wayne Smith of Camden; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Zana Kolwyck Smith; and three brothers, Bobby Smith, Otis Smith, and Odell Smith. Pallbearers will be Clyde Smith, Johnny Smith Sr., Johnny Smith Jr., Thomas Smith Jr., Ronnie Smith, and Johnny Ray Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Jamie Smith and Thomas Smith Sr... Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Joe Morris Cooper

February 24, 1941 – May 10, 2012

Joe Morris Cooper, 71, of Halls, died Thursday, May 10, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired postman for the United States Postal Service, where he worked for 40 years in the Dyersburg area and in Clarksdale, MS area, was a school bus driver for Dyer County School System and a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. He was an U.S. Navy Veteran, where he served on the U.S. Kitty Hawk, he served in the Mississippi National Guard and was members of VFW and the American Legion.

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Teresa Louise Mckee

August 29, 1968 – May 10, 2012

Teresa Louise McKee, 43, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, May 10, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a student, member of Dyersburg Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where she was a Sunday School Teacher and she was a librarian.

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Ricky Joe Dean

May 08, 1958 – May 07, 2012

Ricky Joe Dean, 53, of Kenton, TN, formerly of Tiptonville, died Monday, May 7, 2012 at his residence.

He was an employee for the City of Kenton.

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William Jerry "Burgie" Permenter

November 11, 1944 – May 04, 2012

William Jerry "Burgie" Permenter, 67, of Dyersburg, died Friday, May 4, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired truck driver. He was a Baptist.

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Mose Thies

May 03, 2012

Mose Ella Thies, 82 of Gates, TN, died Thursday(5-3-12) in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Friendship, TN, she was the daughter of the late Grover and the late Jeannie (Wright) Riddick. She was a Homemaker, Mrs. Thies was a sister of one brother: Grover Riddick of Longview, TX She also leaves several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her Husband, The Late Bob Thies, a brother, Tom Riddick, and sisters; Betty Jester Robinson, Dorothy Bonds, and Virginia Woods. Graveside services will be held at Floyd's Chapel Cem. at 1pm on 5-8-12, with interment to follow.

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Mildred L. Parker Brandon

September 04, 1922 – May 03, 2012

Mildred L. Parker Brandon, 89, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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

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Dewayne Garner

March 25, 1963 – May 03, 2012

Dewayne Garner, 49, of Ridgely, died Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a farmer, member of Abundant Life Fellowship Church and a member of Dyer County Soil Conservation.

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Olan Ray Sawyer

June 01, 1938 – May 03, 2012

Olan Ray Sawyer, 73, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, May 3, 2012 at his residence.

He was the retired owner-operator of Sawyer Union 76, which was located at the corner of Troy and Gordon, attended Three Oaks Baptist Church, was involved in many community affairs, such as, The American Cancer Society, The Developmental Skills Center of Dyer County, a former construction worker for Pioneer Construction Company, former farmer, former convenience store owner and former manager for All-In-One Storage.

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Judy Ann Mullins

July 15, 1948 – May 02, 2012

Judy Ann Mullins, age 63, went peacefully, while surrounded by her family, to be with the Lord after her courageous battle with cancer on May 2, 2012.

She was a strong Christian lady who always put her family first. Judy was a dedicated, loving wife, mother and grandmother, who was generous with her life and love for others and enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.

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David Lee Doerr

February 03, 1945 – May 02, 2012

David Lee Doerr, 67, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at Methodist Hospital in Germantown.

He was a retired insurance agent for American General Life & Accident Insurance Company, member of Dyersburg First Church and he was a Mason.

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Herman Louis Decker

December 14, 1950 – May 02, 2012

Herman Louis Decker, 61, of Tiptonville, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired employee with the Lake County Highway Department. He was a Baptist.

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William Franklin Sanders

January 25, 1961 – May 02, 2012

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Lucille Sumerlin

April 30, 2012

Lucille Sumerlin, 91 of Maury City, TN, died Sunday (4-30-12) in the Crockett County Nursing Home, Alamo, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, she was the daughter of the late Allan and the late Alice (Burse) Floyd. She was a Factory Employee Mrs. Sumerlin attended The First Baptist Church of Maury City,TN. Survived by one daughter: Alice Sumerlin Spears of Stanfod, KY and one son: James Robert Sumerlin of Deer Park, TX She also leaves 7 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great- grandchildren. Mrs. Sumerlin was preceded in death by her husband, The Late Robert Sumerlin Predeceased by her brother, Ross Floyd, a Sister, Pauline Sumerlin, and a Great Great Grandson, Mathew Ness Friends may call Friday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 10:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Dorothy Cravens

July 14, 1925 – April 29, 2012

Mrs. Dorothy Cravens, 86, of Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, April 29, 2012 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home in Joliet, Illinois. She was a homemaker. Services will be at 100 p.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home in Dyersburg with Bro. Mac Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Friday May 4, 2012 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include one daughter, Pamela Cravens of Dyersburg; two sons, Nick Cravens of Wilmington, Illinois and Tommy Cravens of Dyersburg; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilburn "Billy" Cravens and her parents John and Iler Channell Stewart. Pallbearers will be Nickey D. Cravens Sr., Nickey D. Cravens Jr., Nickey D. Cravens III, Tyler P. Cravens, Glenn Morton, and Donald Dotson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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J. H. Ward

April 28, 2012

J. H. Ward, 81 of Halls, TN, died Saturday in Halls, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Thomas S. and the late Lillie (Fisher) Ward. He served in the National Guard He was a Maintence Foreman, employed by Tupperware Mr. Ward was a member of Enon Baptist Church Survived by his wife: Ruby Buton(Riley) Ward and six sons: Johnny H. (Sammie) Ward of Halls, TN, Chris (Chrisie) Ward of Livingston, TN, Jeffery (Brenda) Ward of Crockett Mills, TN, Patrick (Pamela) Ward of Dyersburg, TN, Brandon (Tammy) Ward of Halls, TN, Paul (Dawn) Ward of Halls, TN He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren Brother of one brother: Thomas Ward of Bolivar, TN Predeceased by his son, Alan Thomas Ward, brother, Lewis Ward, brother, S. T. Ward, brother, Amos Ward, Sister, Evelyn Ward, Sister, Demetra Robbins Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at Enon Baptist Church, Halls Interment will be Wednesday in Enon Cemetery, Halls.

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Billy Adams

April 28, 2012

Billy Gerald Adams, 58 of Friendship, TN, died Saturday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Aaron and the late Pazetta (Steward) Adams. He was a Salesman, employed by Pennington Seed Co. in Dyersburg,TN Survived by his wife: Dolly Faye (Reece) Adams, two daughters: Christie Hughes of Brownsville, TN and Sherry Young of Halls, TN. three sons: Ashley Adams of Brownsville, TN, Bradley Adams of Halls, TN and Billy Ray Norris of Covington, TN Brother of one sister: Sandra Pruitt of Dyersburg, TN and three brothers: Earl Adams of Dyersburg, TN, Donnie Adams of Halls, TN, Ricky Adams of Ripley, TN Preceded in death by his brothers; Hollis Adams, Gene Adams, Terry Adams, and a Sister; Linda Kay Hayes Friends may call Sunday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Monday in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg.

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Brenda England

April 28, 2012

Brenda Faye England, 66 Halls, TN, died Saturday the 28th.at her residence in Halls, TN. Born in Friendship, TN, she was the daughter of the late Marshall Monroe and the late Florence Edna (Joyner) Davison. She was a Waitress, Survived by her husband: Jerry Lee England, four daughters: Peggy Marie Reynolds of Ripley, TN, Lindy D. Ray of Halls, TN, Brenda Lynn Gilbreath of Halls, TN,and JoAnn England of Jackson, TN and two sons: Terry England of Halls, TN, Jerry LaWayne England of Humboldt, TN Sister of one sister: Celia Davison Rogers of Halls, TN and one brother: Monroe Davison of Crockett Mills, TN She also leaves 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her son, Tony Gene Fisher Jr., and two sisters;, Geneva Lou Davison and Neva Kate Davison Friends may call Thursday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Friday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Friday in Friendship Cemetery, Friendship.

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Jo Ann Brown

April 27, 2012

Jo Ann Brown, 72 of Halls, TN, died Friday April 27, 2012 in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born March 10,1940 in Columbia, TN, she is survived by her husband of 52 years, Jamie Brown, two sons; Mark Anthony (Sherry) Brown of Halls, and Kurt Alan (Gina) Brown of Millington,TN. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren; Joshua Alan Brown, Wesley Rawles Brown and Allison Breaux Brown of Millington, TN.; Justin Mark Brown and Kayla Leanne Brown of Halls,TN. Mrs. Brown is survived by two sisters; Mrs. Richard (Anna) Daniel and Mrs. Max (Linda) Westmoreland both of Columbia,TN. She was a former bookkeeper for the Halls High School and was one of the original employees of the Lauderdale County Bank, where she served customers for over 25 years. Mrs. Brown was a member of Melville Methodist Church. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death in by her father, William Hughes "Joe" Norman and mother, Sallie Mai Graham Norman; 2 sisters, Christine Love and Lesbia Wall, 1 brother, Charles Robert Norman. Friends may call Sunday April 29th. from 5-8 at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday April 30th.at 10:00 am at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls Interment will be Monday in Halls Cemetery, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to American Cancer Society and the Melville Methodist Church.

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Marian Haley

April 24, 2012

Marian Wynette Argo Haley, 88 of Halls, TN, died Tuesday in the Grace Healthcare Nursing Home, Memphis, TN. Born in Ridgley, TN, she was the daughter of the late Paul and the late Shelly (Rice) Argo. She was an elementary school teacher during WWII. She was also a member of the Halls First United Methodist Church. Mrs. Haley was of Cherokee decent. Survived by three sons: Tony (Robin) McClure of Townsend, TN, Steven (Vicki) Haley of Memphis, TN, Mac (Karen) Haley of Dayton, TN Mrs. Haley was preceded in death by her Husband, The Late Charley Haley, and a brother, Tom Frank Argo Friends may call Wednesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Thursday in Bellevernon Cemetery, Friendship.

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Willis Eugene Richards

December 01, 1943 – April 24, 2012

Willis Eugene Richards, 68, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

He was retired from the maintenance department for Holiday Inn and a member of Independent Free Holiness Church.

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Ophelia Marie Smith

October 30, 1921 – April 24, 2012

Ophelia Marie Smith, 90, of Ridgely, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired restaurant owner and a member of Ridgely Church of Christ.

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Eugene "Gene" Patterson

September 22, 1938 – April 24, 2012

Eugene "Gene" Patterson, 73, of Finley, died Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at his residence.

He was a pull utility employee for Colonial Rubber Works, where he worked for 32 years and a member of Finley Baptist Church.

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Mary Coker

April 23, 2012

Mary Louise Coker, 66 of Halls, TN, died Monday in the St. Francis Hospital, Memphis, TN. Born in St. Louis, MO, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and the late Willie Mae (Adams) Wright. She was a Homemaker, and widow of the Late Jerry Coker. Mrs. Coker was a member of Grace Bible Baptist Church Survived by two daughters: Melissa Louise Wilson of Gates, TN, Kelly Renee Gwaltney of Halls, TN and one son: Mark Coker of Halls, TN Sister of seven sisters: Annie Pearl McAlister of Ripley, TN, Doris Paris of Halls, TN, Marie Cartwright of Dyersburg, TN, Margie Williams of Dyersburg, TN, Judy Dunaway of Dyersburg, TN, Linda Cherry of Halls, TN, Lisa Wright of Halls, TN and three brothers: Joe Wright of Halls, TN, Lewis Wright of Halls, TN, David Wright of Halls, TN Friends may call Wednesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 3:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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James Richard Steele

March 15, 1938 – April 23, 2012

James Richard Steele, 74, of Tiptonville, formerly of Halls, died Monday, April 23, 2012 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center.

He was born on March 15, 1938 in Blytheville, AR to Henry Richard Steele and Mary Edna Newberry.

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Willie Mae Dickson

May 10, 1931 – April 23, 2012

Mrs. Willie Mae Dickson, 80, of the Fowlkes Community died Monday, April 23, 2012 at her residence. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ. Funeral services will be at 1:00 pm Friday, April 27, 2012 Graveside at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Brother Robert Davis. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Patrick Walton, Jimmy Hurst, Jody Hurst, Michael Hurst, Jerry Yance and Gavin Hawks. Survivors include her daughter Carolyn Walton of Freeport, IL, 2 sisters Marie Pruitt of Dyersburg and Lola Hurst (Ray) of Fowlkes, 1 brother Jerry Yance (Dianne) of Rutherford, 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband's James Hampton and Louis Gatwood, 2 sisters Virginia Garner and Shirley Greer, 2 brothers William Yance and HarveyYance and her parents Charlie and Nettie Hall Yance. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Johnnie Brown Prince

October 17, 1914 – April 22, 2012

Johnnie Brown Prince, 97, of Ridgely, died Sunday, April 22, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired merchant for Prince Grocery in Ridgely, member of Ridgely First Baptist Church and a member of XYZ Club. She was a Hall of Fame inductee to the Hometown Heroes at the Bridge of Ridgely, active in Senior Olympics, an avid genealogist and loved to travel.

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Leland Junior Johnson

February 18, 1928 – April 20, 2012

Leland Junior Johnson, 84, of Willis, MI, formerly of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 20, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired tool and dye setter and a member of Holy Hills Baptist Church.

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Imogene Mitchell Bedwell

September 05, 1918 – April 20, 2012

Imogene Mitchell Bedwell, 93, of Tiptonville, died Friday, April 20, 2012 at Anderson Regional Medical Center in Meridian, MS.

She was a retired beautician, where she worked for over 50 years in her shop in Owl City and a member of Crockett's Chapel United Methodist Church.

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Mary Martha Cribbs Underwood

October 29, 1919 – April 20, 2012

Mary Martha Cribbs Underwood, 92, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 20, 2012 at her residence.

She worked 6 years for the Dyer County School System and retired from The Department of Human Services, where she worked for 26 years. She was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ, graduated as "Best All Around" from Dyersburg High School in 1937 and graduated from Austin Peay College. She had a world of friends and family whom she always kept up with and stayed in contact with.

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James Prentiss Johnson

June 21, 1927 – April 19, 2012

Mr. Prentiss Johnson, 84, of the Bogota Community, died Thursday, April 19, 2012 at this residence. He was a member of Broadmoor Church of Christ, World War II Veteran where he served in France & Germany as a platoon sergeant. Mr. Johnson served on the Board of Directors at Forked Deer Electric from 1969 until present and served 12 years on the ASC community committee. He was a retired farmer and rural mail carrier. Funeral services for Mr. Johnson will be at 1:00 pm Monday, April 23, 2012 at Broadmoor Church of Christ with Brother Roy Sharp and Brother Terry Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. The Johnson family will receive visitors Sunday, April 22nd from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home and Monday, April 23rd from 12 Noon until service time at the church. Pallbearers will be Directors of Forked Deer Electric, Harold Willis, Mike Harris, Keith Warren, Lynn Burnett, Jerry Don Summar and Bret Carmack. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Nichols, Scott Nichols, Donald Copeland, Purvis Lay and David Rhoads, posthumous. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by his wife Gracie Johnson of the Bogota Community, 2 sisters Faye Burkeen (Marvin) of Troy, Helen Kinnick (Dan) of Madison Heights, MI, 3 brothers Leaton Johnson (Mary Ruth) and Bobby Johnson (Mae), both of Troy, Thomas Johnson (Pat) of Hornbeak and 1 step sister Nell Warren of Newbern. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ola Gertrude Johnson Edwards and his parents James Robert Brant and Minnie Lou Price Johnson. The family requests memorials be directed to the Broadmoor Church of Christ. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Carolyn Faye Midkiff

April 18, 2012

Carolyn Faye Midkiff, 71, of Ripley, TN, died Wednesday in the Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, Memphis, TN. Born in Nashville, TN, she was the daughter of the late Ira Earl and the late Elsey Lou (James) Parrott. She was a Homemaker and member of Hutcherson Chapel Church of God. She is survived by a sister: Marie Creed of Ripley, TN and three brothers: Gene Parrott of Baton Rouge, LA, Larry Parrott of Erin, TN, Earl Parrott of Tiptonville, TN, step Son, Robert Beard of Ripley, TN; Step Son, Rex Beard of Ripley, TN; step daughter, Joyce Beard of Ripley, TN; step daughter, Mary Beard of Ripley, TN; step daughter, Becky Duck of Union City, TN; 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her Sister, Betty Davis. Friends may call Friday 5-8 PM at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside service will be held Saturday at 1:00 pm at Dry Hill Cemetery, Dry Hill Rd., Halls.

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Marlin James Holstad

February 04, 1937 – April 18, 2012

Marlin James Holstad, 75, of Union City, died Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired general plant manager for Zenith Corporation, where he worked for 40 years and an U.S. Navy Veteran.

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Maj. Jess Thrash

April 16, 2012

Maj. Ronald Jess Thrash,USMC (ret.) 74, of Gates, TN, died Monday the 16th. at his residence in Gates, TN. Born in Denver, CO, he was the son of the late Ronald Columbus and the late Truth Mitchell (Heard) Thrash. He served during Vietnam War in the Marine Corps as an Aviator Survived by his wife: Nancy (Hargrove) Thrash, one daughter: Kelly Thrash of Halls, TN and one son: Todd Thrash of El Indio, TX Brother of one brother: Larry Thrash of McKinney, TX Mr. Thrash is also survived by 4 grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents and a Sister, Donna Lea Blouin. Friends may call Wednesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Thursday the 19th.at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to The Halls Veteran's Museum or the Autism Foundation of TN.

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