Tommy Moore

March 01, 2012

Tommy Lee Moore, 74 of Halls, TN, died Thursday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Willie Lee and the late Willie B (Joyner) Moore. He was a Factory Employee, employed by Colonial Rubber for over 28yrs. Mr. Moore was a deacon for numerous years at the South Fork Baptist Church and at the Gates Baptist Church for the last 4 years. Survived by his wife: Faye Luthy Moore, one daughter: Beverly Bates of Halls, TN and one son: Michael(Angela)Moore of Bell Buckle, TN Brother of one sister: Sally Huff of Halls, TN He is also survived by 3 grandchildren. Friends may call Friday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in Lebanon Cemetery, Halls.

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Mary Williamson Strawn

February 04, 1925 – February 29, 2012

Mary Williamson Strawn, 87, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired cafeteria employee for Dyersburg High School, where she worked for 22 years and a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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James Audrey Poyner

October 24, 1972 – February 28, 2012

James Audrey Poyner, 39, of Tiptonville, died Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church.

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Illeana June Fitzpatrick

June 01, 1928 – February 28, 2012

Illeana June Fitzpatrick, 83, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a homemaker and a 52 year member of Phillips Street Church of Christ.

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Patricia Stevens Brown

March 21, 1927 – February 28, 2012

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Gene F. Climer

August 21, 1944 – February 27, 2012

Mr. Gene Franklin Climer, 67, Dyersburg, TN died Monday, February 27, 2012 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. He was a former sanitation worker for the City of Dyersburg. A memorial service for Mr. Climer will be announced at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include three brothers, Pete Climer and wife Madie of Dyersburg, Johnny Climer of Ridgely and Dewayne Climer of Tiptonville. He was preceded in death his sister Rosie Marie Climer and his parents William Moody and Mandy Scofield Climer. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Mary Puffenbarger

February 26, 2012

Mary Hand Puffenbarger, 87 of Halls, TN, died Saturday Feb. the 26th. 2012 at the Crockett County Nursing Home, Alamo, TN. Born in Moscow, KY, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Newt and the late Susie (Burkeen) Hand. She was a Factory Employee, She is survived by three sisters: Geraldine Heath of Memphis, TN, Lavelle Cotham of Paris, TN, and Zada Nowell of Lahabra, CA She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by 2 sisters; Linnie Mae Archer and Gladys Uselton and 4 brothers; Cratis Hand, Homer Hand, Leonard Hand and Floyd Hand. . Graveside services will be held Saturday, March 3rd. 2012 at 10:00 am at Archer's Chapel Cemetery, 345 Archer's Chapel Road, Halls

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Glendel Scott Page

April 10, 1935 – February 26, 2012

Glendel Scott Page, 76, of Ridgely, died Sunday, February 26, 2012 at his residence.

He was retired from the maintenance department with Kohler Corporation in Union City.

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Horace Eugene Gray

January 24, 1934 – February 25, 2012

Horace Eugene Gray, 78, of Obion, died Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City.

He was a retired farmer and a member of Assembly of God.

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Barbara Herring

February 24, 2012

Barbara Jo Craig Herring, 63 of Ripley, TN, died Friday (Feb. 24, 2012) at her residence in Ripley, TN. Born in Brighton, TN, she was the daughter of the late Richard and the late Margaret (Ward) Craig. She was a Factory Employee, Survived by her husband: Billy Ray Lemons, two daughters: Mary Herron of Henning, TN, Marie Herring of Ripley, TN and two sons: David Herring of Ripley, TN, Michael Herring of Ripley, TN Sister of two sisters: Linda Willis of Munford, TN, Joyce Lancaster of Munford, TN and one brother: Ernest Craig of Covington, TN Step son, Billy Ray Lemons Jr. of Brownsville, TN; step son, Michael Lemons of Dyersburg, TN; step daughter, Kathy Riddick of Southaven, MS; step daughter, Angela Finley of Malvern, AR; step daughter, Susan West of Tucson, AZ; step daughter, Rose Nichols of Southaven, MS; step daughter, Cindy Beckham of Dyersburg, TN. She is also survived by 34 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Herring was preceded in death by a daughter; Melissa Herring, 3 sons; Anthony, Roy, and Rex Herring. 2 sisters; Jean Brown and Lois Marie Craig Visitation will begin at 10:30am. until service time at the funeral home, with graveside services to follow at 2pm. at the Gates Cemetery in Gates,TN.

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Tommie L. Fincher

March 08, 1962 – February 23, 2012

Mr. Tommie Lee Fincher, Sr., 48, Dyersburg, TN died Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Funeral services for Mr. Fincher will be at 10:00 am Monday, February 27, 2012 at the City Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by his companion Kathy Reeves of Dyersburg, 2 daughters, Candy Fincher of Dyersburg, Christina Fincher of Onieda, 2 sons Tommie Fincher Jr. and Travis Reeves-Fincher, both of Dyersburg, 2 sisters, Esther Ann Taylor of Dyersburg, Mary K. Pugh of Finley, 2 brothers, Thomas Ward and Cecil Ward, both of Dyersburg and 2 grandchildren, Michael Kehoe and Bri-ana White. He was preceded in death by a brother, Robert Fincher and his parents, Joe Fincher and Esther H. Scott. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Stephanie Lee Cannon Haley

February 16, 1977 – February 21, 2012

Stephanie Lee Cannon Haley, 35, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at her residence.

She was a homemaker.

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Billy Coleman Glover

October 01, 1951 – February 20, 2012

Mr. Billy Coleman Glover 60, of Bradford, Tennessee, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tn. He was retired from the US Marine Corps as Master Sgt. where he has served 28 years. He was a Gulf War Veteran where he participated in the Liberation of Kuwait; He was a USMC recruiter and a member of the American Legion. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg where he was a member of the Solid Rock Sunday School Class.

Services will be 10:30 AM Friday, Feb. 24,2012, in chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home conducted by Rev. Mike Hickman. Burial will be at Perry Cemetery in Somerville at 2 pm Friday.

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Ernest Gerald Caton

July 17, 1944 – February 19, 2012

Captain Gerald Caton, 67, MV Twyla Luhr, of Ridgely, passed away Sunday at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was a Riverboat Captain for Luhr Brothers for thiry years. He was a member of Cottonwood Grove Baptist Church, The love of his life was his family and his church. He also enjoyed fishing.

Services will be Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 3pm at Cottonwood Grove Baptist Church conducted by Bro. Mackie Prince and Mr. Terry Lynch. Burial will be in New Haven Cemetery.

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Emma Ruth O'Malley

January 24, 1917 – February 19, 2012

Mrs. Emma Ruth O'Malley of Dyersburg, Tn passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 at her residence. She was a homemaker and a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church where she was active in Women's Ministries.

Services for Mrs. O'Malley will be 3 pm Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Cumberland Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev. Dr. Larry Blakeburn. Internment will be in Fairview Cemetery.

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Donald Wayne Lambert

April 07, 1940 – February 18, 2012

Donald Wayne Lambert, 71. of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday Feb.18, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital in Dyersburg.

He was a mechanic with Illinois Central Railroad for thirty five years. He was a member of Springhill Baptist Church. He was a 32nd degree Mason a Shriner with Al Chymia, Memphis Unit. He was a member of Scottish Rite and York Rite.

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Jimmy Wayne Adkins

July 12, 1947 – February 16, 2012

Jimmy Wayne Adkins, 64, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, February 16, 2012 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a glass glazier for Dyersburg Glass Co.

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Harry J. "Skipper" Cobb, Jr.

August 24, 1947 – February 16, 2012

Harry J. "Skipper" Cobb, Jr., 64, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, February 16, 2012 at his residence.

He was a former ag teacher for Dyer County High School, which he graduated from in 1965, member of Dyersburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Treasurer of Dyer County Democratic Party, Past President of Dyersburg Lions Club, graduate of University Tennessee Martin and served 21 years with Tennessee Army National Guard, retiring with the rank of Major.

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Johnny Eugene Free

August 04, 1944 – February 14, 2012

Johnny Eugene Free, 67, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired mental health counselor for Northwest Correctional Complex, retired Captain of the Army National Guard; member of Finley Baptist Church, member of Forked Deer Car Club, avid outdoorsman and a huge Tennessee Vols Fan.

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Charles Littles

February 13, 2012

Charles "Sonny" Littles, 68 of Bells, TN, died Monday the 13th. at the Maplewood Health Care, Jackson, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Rubin Wade and the late Effie Lee (Holloway) Littles. He was a Truck Driver, Mr. Littles was a US Army veteran during the Vietnam War and a Lifetime Member of the Ripley V.F.W. Survived by his wife: Charlene( Thorsen) Littles, one daughter: Shannon Littles Johnson of CA and two sons: Dusty Littles of Huron, TN, and Tim Reece of Henderson, TN Brother of one sister: Diane McCloud of Halls, TN and one brother: Robert Littles of Covington, TN Five Grandsons;, Trevor Littles, Peyton Littles and Mason Littles all of Bells, TN;Nathan Littles of Buena Vista, TN Two Step Grandsons, Benjamin Archibald and Jacob Archibald both of Bells, TN Mr. Littles is also survived by 5 great grandchildren. Friends may call Wednesday from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at Halls Cemetery, on Tigrett St.in Halls. Interment will be Wednesday in Halls Cemetery, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to St. Jude Children's Hospital

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L.D. Gant

June 08, 1948 – February 12, 2012

L.D. Gant, 63, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, February 12, 2012 at his residence.

He was a general agent for State Farm Insurance, an U.S. Army Captain from 1971-1979, member of Kiwanis Club, Dyer Baptist Association and Dyersburg Chamber of Commerce. He was an active member of First Baptist Church, where he was Chairman of Deacons, 20 year member of the Building Committee, Sunday School Teacher for the Cornerstone Class, which he taught for 25 years and a member of the choir.

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Larry Baker

February 10, 2012

Larry Joe Baker, 70 of 1Halls, TN, died Friday at his residence. He was the son of the late Milton and the late Emma Baker. He was a employed in road construction, Mr. Baker was a member of Archer's Chapel Methodist Church Survived by his wife: Ann (Duncan) Baker, two daughters: Kari Snapp of Alamo, TN, Yvonne Stanphill of New Orleans, LA and one son: Nick Smith of Memphis, TN Brother of one sister: Reba Sue Garrett of Bells, TN and one brother: Milton Jewl Baker of Hernando, MS Mr. Baker is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren Friends may call Saturday from 5-8 at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church,, Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Sunday at 2:00 pm at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church , Halls Interment will be Sunday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls. He was preceded in death by a son; Rodney Smith

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Robert L. "Bob" Hayes

May 05, 1929 – February 10, 2012

Robert L. "Bob" Hayes, 82, of Pinson, formerly of Dyersburg, died Friday, February 10, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was a retired employee with the City of Jackson Waste Management and a member of First Baptist Church in Pinson. He was a Mason, a Shriner, an U.S. Army Veteran and had served in the Tennessee National Guard.

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Covia Virginia Raley Finch

February 21, 1931 – February 08, 2012

Covia Virginia Raley Finch, 80, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at The Highlands of Dyersburg Nursing Center.

She was a retired secretary for the TN Department of Human Services, where she worked for 42 years and a member of First Assembly of God Church.

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Derek Lloyd Binkley

February 06, 2012

Derek Lloyd Binkley, 31 of Dyersburg, TN, died Monday in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of Lloyd Binkley and Denise Lock. He was a Truck Driver, Survived by one daughter: Chealsea Binkley of Paris, TN, two brothers: Ryan Binkley and Kevin Binkley; And his Grandmother, Effie Binkley all of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Wednesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside service will be held Thursday at 1:00 pm at Palestine Cemetery, Bruceville Slab Rd., Dyersburg Interment will be Thursday in Palestine Cemetery, Dyersburg.

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David Earl "Gomer" French

May 19, 1950 – February 06, 2012

David Earl "Gomer" French, 61, of Newbern, died Monday, February 6, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was the owner of French's BBQ in Dresden, member of Southside Baptist Church, member of the Elks Club and an U.S. Air Force Veteran.

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Charles Layton Cole

September 17, 1923 – February 06, 2012

Charles Layton Cole, 88, of Dyersburg, died Monday, February 6, 2012 at Humboldt General Hospital.

He was a retired factory worker for Colonial Rubber, member of Ft. Hudson Baptist Church and an U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, where he received the Purple Heart Medal.

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Joe Palmer Hardy

February 04, 2012

Joe Palmer Hardy, 82 of Halls, TN, died Saturday at his residence in Halls, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of Ercle Raymond and Jo Ella (Houston) Hardy Sr. He was a Orthopedic Supply Specialist, employed by Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis for 26 yrs. Mr. Hardy was a member of Halls First Baptist Church and a WWII Army Veteran. Survived by his wife: Dorothy(Crossen) Hardy, two daughters: Renee Crider of Southaven, MS, Jean (Bob) McCallister of Columbus, MS and two sons: David (Carol) Hardy of Cunningham, KY, Jerry(Sherry) Shepard of Lakeland, TN Brother of one sister: Lois (Gene) Burroughs of Halls, TN and one brother: Buddy (Nancy) Houston of Ripley, TN. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. 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 First Baptist Church, in Halls. Interment will be Monday in the Poplar Grove Cemetery, near Halls. Mr. Hardy was preceded in death by his parents as well as 4 brothers and 4 sisters.

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Jerome William Farrell

May 14, 1939 – February 04, 2012

Jerome William Farrell, 72, of Newbern, died Saturday, February 4, 2012 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City.

He was a retired mechanic and a Catholic.

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Joshua John Rogers

November 30, 1980 – February 04, 2012

Joshua John Rogers, 31, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, February 4, 2012 at his residence.

He was a former forklift operator for Quebecor and was in the Army National Guard.

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Sarah Jane McKee

February 03, 2012

Sarah Jane McKee, 56 of Dyersburg, TN, died Friday in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of the late Charles Harold and the late Patricia Louise (Williams) Phillips. She was a Homemaker. Survived by her husband: Walter M. McKee, one daughter: Vicki Noel of Dyersburg, TN and one son: Franklin McKee of Dyersburg, TN Sister of four sisters: Tina Phillips of Muskegon, MI, Brenda Phillips of Dyersburg, TN, Patricia Robertson of Halls, TN, Melanie Laux of Dyersburg, TN and four brothers: Timmy Phillips of Dyersburg, TN, Tony Phillips of Dyersburg, TN, Dennis Phillips of Rome, GA, Alan Phillips of Muskegon, MI Friends may call Monday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Gates Cemetery, Gates.

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Sarah Woodard

February 03, 2012

Sarah Woodard, 93 of Greenville, SC formerly of Halls, TN, died Friday in Greenville, SC. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Ode and the late Mary Ann (Saulisbury) Dunaway. She was a Homemaker and Tupperware Factory Employee, Survived by one daughter: Marietta Newsome of Greenville, SC and one son: Tilford Woodard of Memphis, TN. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Woodard was preceded in death by her husband; T.W. Woodard, a sister; Ruby Mae Davis and a brother; Ezell Dunaway. Funeral service will be held at 1:30 pm. at the Halls Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 12:30pm. on Tuesday the 7th. Interment will be Tuesday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Jewell Snider

April 20, 1936 – February 03, 2012

Mrs. Jewell Snider, 75, of Dyersburg, TN died Friday, February 3, 2012 at her residence. She was a member of Church Grove Baptist Church in Newbern, a former manager of Hotel 6 with her husband, a former secretary at Sylvania and a well known pianist in Dyer County. She was also a member of the Choral Society at Dyersburg State Community College. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, February 5, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Dan Holland and Reverend Jerry Robbins. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Gill, Chuckie Dean, Bobby Autry, Jamie Autry, Johnathan Gooch, Paul Gooch, Brad Holbrook, Jeremy Robbins. Honorary pallbearers will be Justin Sanday and Billy Ray Perciful. The Snider family will receive visitors from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Saturday evening at the funeral home. Survivors include her son, Mark Gooch and wife Debbie of RoEllen, 3 sisters, Lucille Stallings of Dyersburg, Geneva King of Cookeville, Sue Anderson and husband William of Jackson, 3 grandchildren Johnathan Gooch, Paul Clay Gooch, Justin Sanday and 5 great-grandchildren Daniel Sanday, Luke Gooch, Alex Gooch, Camden Gooch and Brianna Gooch. She was preceded in death by her husband's R. Clayton Gooch and Charles Snider, 3 sisters, Magaline Henry, Gertrude Mustain, Julia Clark, 1 brother Arnold Robbins and her parents Joseph and Liddie Braden Robbins. The family requests memorials be directed to Church Grove Baptist Church, 1060 W. Main, Newbern, TN 38059. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Ernestine Rook King

January 16, 1931 – February 01, 2012

Ernestine Rook King, 81, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of Northside Church of Christ.

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Madie Mitchell Paris

August 05, 1913 – January 28, 2012

Madie Mitchell Paris, 98, of Troy, formerly of Tiptonville, died Saturday, January 28, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired private sitter and a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church.

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Grady Anderson

September 24, 1935 – January 27, 2012

Grady Anderson, 76, of Dyersburg, died Friday, January 27, 2012 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

He was the retired owner of Grady's Auto Service.

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Owen Douglas Schuff

November 09, 1946 – January 27, 2012

Owen Douglas Schuff, 65, of Tiptonville, died Friday, January 27, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired construction/ dredging inspector for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Memphis District, where he worked for 33 years, member of Crockett Chapel Methodist Church and attended Cottonwood Baptist Church. He was a 16 year member and a two year chairman of Lake County School Board, member of the Civitan Club, very involved in Lake County youth sports programs, worked with American Red Cross and was a Kentucky Colonel.

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Charles Odell Viar

January 26, 2012

Charles Odell Viar, 86, of Halls died on Jan. 26,2012, at Covington Manor in Covington,TN. Funeral services for Mr. Viar will be held at 1pm on Jan. 28, 2012 at Westside Baptist Church, where he was a member, with Pastor John Compere officiating. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 pm. on Jan. 27, 2012 at Halls Funeral Home. Mr. Viar was a WWII veteran, serving in the Marine Corp in the Pacific. After the war, he returned to Halls where he worked with his father, Lon Viar, on a farm purchased by his father in 1944. C. O., as he was known by friends, and his brothers later bought his father's interest in the farm and turned Knob Creek (Henning) Farm into one of the larger and most successful farming operations in West Tennessee. Comprising 5500 acres, Knob Creek Farm was a showplace and home to 31 families. After selling Knob Creek Farm in the early 1960's, Mr. Viar continued his farming interest, but also became more involved in thoroughbred horse racing, fueled by his lifelong love of horses. Racing under the banner of C. O. Viar Farms, Mr. Viar enjoyed much success at venues in Hot Springs, Louisville, Chicago, Louisiana and Florida. At its zenith, Viar Farms carried a stable of 30 horses. Mr. Viar also served Lauderdale County for 50 years as a member of the County Equalization Board. Mr. Viar is survived by his second wife, Judy Burroughs Viar of Covington; one step daughter, Paula Kauhi (Keith) of Covington, one step grandson, Keith Lewis Kauhi; one step sister in law, Barbara Lollar of Steele,MO.; and sisters in law Mary Ella Graves Sullivan and Naulene Jordan of Halls. Mr. Viar was preceded in death by his first wife, Martha Wilkes Viar of Halls; by his parents; Lonnie and Pearl Viar; by sisters Anna Francis Canada, Ebbie Lee Parker, Montine Robertson, and Virginia Crihfield Austin; by brothers; C.Wilson Viar and L. R. Viar. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Westside Baptist Church music fund or the Halls Veterans Museum.

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L. C. Heathcott

January 24, 2012

L C Heathcott, 73 of Newbern, TN, died Tuesday at his residence in Newbern, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Forrest Wardell and the late Irene (Lang) Heathcott. He was a Hair Dresser. Survived by his wife: Ina(Arnold ) Heathcott, three daughters: Sherry Heathcott of Arlington, TN, Connie Permenter of Halls, TN, Abby Boyd of Newbern, TN Brother of one sister: Margaret Sherrod of Halls, TN and one brother: Forrest Heathcott Jr. of Ripley, TN Friends may call Thursday from 11:00am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside services will be held Thursday at 1:30 pm at Ripley Memorial Gardens, Hwy 210, Ripley Interment will be Thursday in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley.

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Billy Joe Fowler

March 13, 1936 – January 24, 2012

Billy Joe Fowler, 75, of Altamont, TN, formerly of Ridgely, died Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired school bus driver.

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Carolyn Harper Fortner Arnold

November 16, 1942 – January 23, 2012

Carolyn Harper Fortner Arnold, 69, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 23, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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Terry Wayne "Gar" Mcguire

June 10, 1944 – January 22, 2012

Terry Wayne "Gar" McGuire, 67, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 22, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired farmer and a member of Dyersburg Moose Lodge. He was an avid fisherman, loved to cook and was a big football fan. His favorite hobby was tellin' tales at the table of knowledge (KC's One Stop).

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Phyllis Anne Jackson

June 22, 1946 – January 20, 2012

Phyllis Anne Jackson, 65, of Dyersburg, died Friday, January 20, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker, member of Cornerstone Church of God and a former auditor for First Citizens National Bank.

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Louise G. Espey

January 19, 2012

Louise G. Espey, 90 of Friendship, TN, died Thursday at her residence. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Charlie and the late Lynn (Voss) Gooch. She was a Homemaker. Survived by one daughter: Kay E. Burnham of Friendship, TN and a Son-in-law, Mike Burnham. Friends may call Friday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Interment will be Saturday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Ruby Idell Powell

August 04, 1933 – January 19, 2012

Ruby Idell Powell, 78, of Ridgely, died Thursday, January 19, 2012 at her residence.

She was a homemaker.

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Roy Bledsoe

October 14, 1950 – January 19, 2012

Mr. Roy L. Bledsoe, 61, of Kennett, MO formerly of Dyersburg died Thursday, January 19, 2012 at NHC Healthcare in Kennett. Graveside services will be 1:00 PM, Saturday, Janury 21, 2012 at Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern, TN conducted by Mr. Howard Tubbs. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Bledsoe is survived by 5 sisters, Rev. Cora Lous Bermuth and Arline Khajain both of Illinois, Billie June Thornton of Mississippi, Barbara Tubbs of Humboldt and Peggy Jean Bledsoe of Kennett; and 1 brother, Coy Bledsoe of Missouri. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollie and Maggie Moody Bledsoe, 1 brother, Jimmy Bledsoe and 2 sisters, Betty Jo Booker and Willa Dean Bledsoe. On line condolences can be made at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Bobby Joe Binkley

January 18, 2012

Bobby Joe Binkley, 80, Wardell, MO, died Wednesday in the Pemiscott Memorial Hospital. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late James Manuel and the late Virgie Lee (Day) Binkley. Mr. Binkley married Ira Jane Binkley Shands. He was a Farmer. Survived by his wife: Ira Jane(Binkley Shands) Binkley, five daughters: Kay Bradley of Wardell, MO, Susan Kriwanek of Wardell, MO, Lori Dreger of FL, Kelly Lyles of Memphis, TN, Vanessa Gurley of Pascola, MO and one son: Darrell Binkley of Ripley, TN, Brother of one sister: Barbara Hom of Long Island, NY. Service will be held Thursday at 3:00 pm at Enon Cemetery, Edith-Nankipoo Rd., Halls. Interment will be Thursday in Enon Cemetery, Halls.

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J. D. McNeill

January 18, 2012

J. D. McNeill, 85 of Gates, TN, died Wednesday at his home. Born in Gates, TN, he was the son of the late Archie and the late Lena (Newman) McNeill. He was a Farmer. Survived by his wife: Betty Stilwell McNeill and two sons: Mike McNeil of Brownsville, TN, Jeff McNeil of Gates, TN Brother of two sisters: Anita Emerson of Gates, TN, Juanita Stanley of Gates, TN, 4 grandchildren, Joe McNeil of Halls, TN; Jacob McNeil of Jackson, TN; Justin McNeil of Bethpage, TN; Jaime McNeil of Bethpage, TN.. Funeral service will be held at The Concord Methodist Church near Gates at 2pm on 1-20-2012. Interment will be Friday in Concord Cemetery, Gates.

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