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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Washington "Leon" Hogue

January 15, 2012

Washington "Leon" Hogue, 82 of Halls,TN, died Sunday in the Methodist University Hospital. Mr. Hogue was the son of the late Cornelius and the late Mary Callie (Allmon) Hogue. He was an Industrial Mechanic. Survived by his wife: Erma Jean(Butler) Hogue, one daughter: Sandra Boone of Halls, TN and one son: Roger Dale Hogue of Halls, TN, Brother of three sisters: Edith White of Paris, TN, Lorene Seratt of Halls, TN, Dot Spiller of Halls, TN and four brothers: Robert Hogue of Halls, TN, Paul "Peck" Hogue of Halls, TN, Waymon Hogue of Dyersburg, TN, Donald Hogue of Halls, TN. Mr. Hogue is also survived by 3 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5-8pm. on Wednesday at Halls Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:00am at Halls Funeral Home in Halls. Interment will be Thursday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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James Young

January 15, 2012

James "Nelson" Young, 85 of Halls, TN, died Sunday at his residence in Halls, TN. Born in Friendship, TN, he was the son of the late E. P. and the late Cora (Bell) Young. He was Owner of Young's Parts and Equipment Inc. Survived by two daughters: Beverly (Jimmy) Hastings of Friendship, TN, Penny (Leon) Pickard of Halls, TN and a son; Stan (Cathey) Young of Halls,TN, Brother of two brothers: Royce Young of Friendship, TN, Gordon Young of Friendship, TN, 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, Halls. Interment will be Wednesday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to Halls First Baptist Church Mr. Young was preceded in death by a son; Donald Young and 2 brothers; Levoid Young and E.P. Young Jr.

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Gracie Robinson

September 30, 1932 – January 15, 2012

Ms. Gracie Jennings Robinson, 79, of Dyersburg, TN died January 15, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center. A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date. She is survied by 3 daughters, Teressa Smith of Dyersburg, TN, Judy Andrews of Augusta, GA and Phyllis Freeman of Roswell, GA; 1 son, Harvey Robinson of Augusta, GA; 1 sister, Bunny of Louisville, MS; 4 brothers, Tony Jennings of Hawaii, Billy Jennings of North Carolina, Joe Jennings of Mississippi, and June Jennings of Laredo, TX; 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Edna and Charlee Jennings and her parents, Chester & Melvina Thompson Jennings. On line condolences can be made at www.curryfuneral.com

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Shirley Parham Leadman

September 11, 1937 – January 13, 2012

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Debbie Danelz

January 12, 2012

DEBBIE HILLIARD DANELZ, 58, of Germantown and Halls, TN, died January 12, 2012 at her home. Debbie, originally from Halls, TN was a Memphis business owner and successful real estate professional, dedicated mom and best friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Richard Danelz, two children, Ashley and Jordan Danelz, her brother Ron Hilliard of Dyersburg, TN and her sister Linda Lancaster-Cox of Nankipoo, TN. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 21st at 10 A.M. at Hope Presbyterian Church, Memphis. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to Debbie Danelz Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 772106, Memphis, Tennessee 38177

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William Lee Armstrong

December 22, 1971 – January 10, 2012

Mr. William Lee Armstrong, 40, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis. Services will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday graveside at New Camp Ground Cemetery in Troy with Bro. James Combs and Bro. Kenny Chessor officiating. Interment will follow in New Camp Ground Cemetery near Troy. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors Saturday, January 14, 2012 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Tina Anderson Armstrong of Dyersburg; one daughter, Kaylee Armstrong of Dyersburg; one son, Gage Armstrong of Dyersburg; his mother, Virginia Peterson of Dyersburg; and three brothers, Harold Peterson of Parsons, Edward Armstrong of San Antonio, Tx., and Joseph Patterson of Dover, Tn. He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Armstrong. Pallbearers will be Harold Peterson, Joseph Patterson, Kiefer Peterson, Angel Peterson, Michael Sanders, and Dwayne Anderson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Tommy Clifton Hall

November 26, 1949 – January 09, 2012

Tommy Clifton Hall, 62, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 9, 2012 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a retired First Sergeant and Vietnam Veteran with the U.S. Army, where he served for 21 years and a member of Springhill Baptist Church.

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Mary Ann Riley

January 08, 2012

Mary Ann Riley, 78 of Gates, TN, died Sunday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Gates, TN, she was the daughter of the late John Rufus and the late Geraldine (White) Lemons. She was the widow of the late Clyde Riley. Mary Ann was an avid baker and cook. After spending several years as a factory employee, she was able to put her culinary skills to good use. For over 23 years, Mary Ann was able to share her passion of cooking and baking with the people of Halls and the surrounding communities, while working with her sister, (Dorothy Jean) at DJ's Diner. Survived by one daughter: Suzanne Perry of Halls, TN. Sister of two sisters: Jewel Dean Raines of Leesburg, AL, Dorothy Clark of Halls, TN and four brothers: Jerry Lemons of Ripley, TN, Robin Lemons of Halls, TN, Dale Lemons of Ripley, TN, Bill Lemons of Gates, TN. Grandson, Chad Hogue of Halls, TN; granddaughter, Brooke Hogue of Halls, TN and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother; J.R. Lemons. 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 Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in Concord Cemetery, Gates. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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Thomas Wade Canada

August 24, 1977 – January 08, 2012

Thomas Wade Canada, 34, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 8, 2012 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, FL.

He was a self-employed Construction Worker.

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Mary Jackson Pride

August 08, 1929 – January 08, 2012

Mrs. Mary Jackson Pride, 82, of Richwoods, TN died Sunday, January 08, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor. She was a member of Evansville Baptist Church and retired from Colonial Rubber. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Danny Griffin. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Keenan Greer, Brian Pride, Adam Pride, Denny Pylent, David Hudson and Terry Hudson The Pride family will receive visitors Tuesday, January 10th from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Z.E. "Fat" Pride, 3 daughters, Joyce Colson and Kaye Jasin, both of Dyersburg, Cris Starnes of Midlothian, TX, 5 sons, Lester Pride of Newbern, Luthor Pride of McKenzie, C.S. Pride and Justin Lawson, both of Finley, Steven Pride of Dyersburg, 1 sister, Dorothy Purdue of Springville, TN, 2 brothers, Houston Jackson of Portage, IN, Joe Jackson of Gulfport, MS, 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 1 son, Edwin Pride, 5 sisters, Rachel Partain, Faye Phillips, Bertha Holland, Blanche Pride, Louise Chaffin, 2 brothers James Willie Jackson, J.C. Jackson and her parents, Lester and Mozelle Hudson Jackson. The family requests memorials be directed to LeBonheur Children's Hospital. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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W.T. Cutchin, Jr.

November 01, 1918 – January 08, 2012

Mr. W.T. Cutchin, Jr., 93, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 8, 2012 at The Med in Memphis. He was Owner and President of W.T. Cutchin & Associates, a member of the First United Methodist Church, a graduate of the University of Tennessee, where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity and the University swim team. He was an Army Air Corp flight instructor during World War II. He was also a member of the West Tennessee Seniors Golf Association and an avid fisherman and loyal UT fan. Funeral services for Mr. Cutchin will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at the First United Methodist Church with Dr. David Russell officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Pallbearers will be Jerry Brewer, Fred Moore, III, Jere Ozment, George Stephenson, III, Tom Stephenson, and Tommy Stephenson. The Cutchin family will receive visitors Tuesday, January 10th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by his sister, Laura Jean Cutchin Mullen and husband Bob, of Ashland, OR, 4 grandchildren, Betsy Hoff Shelton and husband Joe, of Raleigh, NC, Thomas Morgan Cook of Memphis, Roy Cook, III of Halls, Michelle Cook of Hernando, MS and 1 great granddaughter, Lauren Vandermolen of Raleigh, NC. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Carolyn Bond Cutchin, his daughter Betty Cutchin Cook and his sister Corinne Cutchin Stephenson. The family requests memorials be directed to the First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or Memphis-MidSouth Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 6685 Poplar Avenue, Suite 205, Germantown, TN 38138. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Ronda Lynn Pharr

January 07, 2012

Ronda Lynn Pharr of Terre Haute, IN, died Saturday in the Union Hospital, Terre Haute, IN. Born in Memphis, TN, she was a Homemaker. She is survived by her husband Doug Pharr, one daughter: Randa Burks-Archer of Jackson, TN and one son: Dylan Sauber of Halls, TN, her parents Blonda Robison and Glyn Kee, sister of two sisters: Tracy Kee Childress of Bogota, TN, Whitney Lee of Halls, TN. Friends may call Tuesday from 5pm-7:30pm at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, Halls, TN. Memorial service will be held Tuesday at 7:30 pm at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church.

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Gary Marlon Ogden

February 23, 1949 – January 07, 2012

Gary Marlon Ogden, 62, of Finley, died Saturday, January 7, 2012 at his residence.

He was a self employed heavy equipment operator.

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Ed Castleman

October 13, 1937 – January 07, 2012

Ed Castleman, 74, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 7, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was a retired auto salesman, attended Westside Baptist Church and a former salesman for Robert's Chevrolet.

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Freda Faye Wilson Johnson

November 04, 1941 – January 05, 2012

Freda Faye Wilson Johnson, 70, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 5, 2012 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired x-ray technician for Pemiscot County Memorial Hospital and a former x-ray technician at Methodist Hospital of Dyersburg.

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Kevin Seratt

October 15, 1973 – January 04, 2012

Mr. Kevin Shane Seratt, 38, of Newbern, TN died Wednesday, January 04, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center in Dyersburg. He was a 1991 graduate of Dyer County High School. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Monday January 9, 2012 in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Harold Jaco officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Sunday afternoon, January 8, 2012 from 2 until 5 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include his mother, Donna Garrison Seratt of Newbern; one brother, Dustin Seratt and wife, Shelley of Dyersburg; one niece, Ava Lauren Seratt; and one nephew Hunter Dale Reasons both of Dyersburg. He was preceded in death by his father, Austin "Tex" Seratt. Pallbearers will be Daniel Garrison, Jordan Saylor, Josh Dodson, Caleb Dodson, Steve Bargery, and Scott Bargery. Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Bivens, Tyler Gamble, Rusty Saylor, Phillip Harris, Jeff Gamble, Dwayne Dodson, and Chip Cain. The family requests that memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Cynthia Anita Scott

January 03, 2012

Cynthia Anita Scott, 63, of Milan, TN, died Tuesday in the Milan General Hospital, Milan, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, she was the daughter of the late Darnell and the late Clara (Ross) Turnage. She was a Homemaker. Survived by four daughters: Ashley Deason of Dyersburg, TN, Donna Scott of Milan, TN, Debra Tharpe of Milan, TN, Anita McAlister of Dyersburg, TN, one son: Bobby Scott of Dyersburg, TN, 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Edgar Scott and brother, Bobby Turnage. Graveside service will be held Thursday at 1:00 pm at Sorrell Chapel Cemetery, Dyersburg.

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Addie Jane Burks

December 14, 1914 – January 03, 2012

Addie Jane Burks, 97, of Dyersburg, TN died Tuesday, January 3, 2012. She attended Union University where she was a member of Chi Omega and the Enonian Literary Society. She was active in civic organizations, Good Earth Garden Club and as a member of the First Baptist Church of Dyersburg. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 7, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Raymond Boston and Reverend Mike Hickman. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be grandsons, David Skoglund, Jamie Sloglund, Brad Burks, Billy Escue, Ty Agee and Taylor Burks. Honorary pallbearers will be Lee Moore, Eddie Burks, Tom Hamer, Dayton Keller, Albert Fowlkes, Milton Magee, Johnny Gibson, Jim Hamilton, Harry Kaplan, King Rogers, Robert Rogers and Dr. Fred Moore. The Burks family will receive visitors from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Norma Jane Skoglund and husband Roy of Roseburg, OR, three sons John T. Burks and wife Judy, Norman "Bucky" Burks and wife Patricia, both of Dyersburg, Bill Burks and wife Elva of Clarksville, TN, one brother Robert L. Hundley and wife Mary Ruth of Jackson, nine grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman Burks. The family requests memorials be directed to the Youth Ministries of First Baptist Church, 220 W. Masonic, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Mary "Doll" Lewis

December 01, 1929 – January 03, 2012

Mrs. Mary "Doll" Lewis, 82 of Tiptonville, TN died January 3, 2012 at Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin, TN. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church in Tiptonville. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Tiptonville conducted by Reverend Jerry Leggett. Interment will follow in Tiptonville City Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bill Mitchell, Todd Mitchell, Tim Beeler, Robert Vaughn, Evan Jones, Larry McCain and Tommy Bramlett. The Lewis family will receive friends beginning at 12 Noon until service time Friday at the church. She is survived by two daughters Shirley Mitchell and husband Bill of Hornbeak, Gloria Albright of McKenzie, TN, one sister Doris Vaughn of Dyersburg, three grandchildren Todd Mitchell of Venice, FL, Tim Beeler of McKenzie and Andrea Anderson of Creal Spring, IL and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emmett Lewis and Herman Gray, two sisters Lona Burton and Ruby Capps, one brother Robert Rhodes, her parents John Martin and Blanche Rhodes and one great-granddaughter. The family requests memorials be directed to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Nellie G. Weakley

October 12, 1919 – January 01, 2012

Nellie G. Weakley, 92, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 1, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker, member of First United Methodist Church, where she attended Community Bible Study and a member of Potts Price Sunday School Class and a member of Tuesday Bridge Club.

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David Maddux French

January 01, 2012 – January 01, 2012

David Maddux French, infant son of Lisa Marie French, died Sunday, January 1, 2012 at Centennial Hospital in Nashville.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Johnny Michael officiating.

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Betty Jean Hopper

December 18, 1935 – December 31, 2011

Betty Jean Hopper, 76, of Tiptonville, died Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of Keystone Church of God.

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Louis Junior Spencer

December 30, 2011

Louis Junior Spencer, 67, Ripley, TN, died Friday in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Ripley, TN, he was the son of the late John Albert and the late Mary (Goforth) Spencer. He was a Truck Driver. Survived by his wife: Linda Kay (Prater) Spencer, two daughters: Rose Ann Spencer of Ripley, TN, Tracy Annette Hankins of Ripley, TN and two sons: Jesse Spencer of Ripley, TN, Gary Spencer of Ripley, TN, Brother of five sisters: Liz Holland of Newbern, TN, Bonnie McBroom of Ripley, TN, Martha Spencer of Ripley, TN, Dorothy Newlin of Ripley, TN, Wilma Spencer of FL and six brothers: John Spence of AL, Jimmy Spencer of IN, James Spencer of Halls, TN, William Spencer of Ripley, TN, Robert Spencer of SC, Danny Spencer of Ripley, TN Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Interment will be Wednesday in Prater Family Cemetery, Ripley. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to American Cancer Society or St. Jude.

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G.D. "Geed" Armstrong

October 15, 1917 – December 30, 2011

G.D. "Geed" Armstrong, 94, of Dyersburg, died Friday, December 30, 2011 at the Highlands of Dyersburg.

He was a retired employee of Colonial Rubber, where he worked for 27 years and a member of McCullough's Chapel Baptist Church.

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Lowell Thomas Gentry, Sr.

May 22, 1936 – December 30, 2011

Lowell Thomas Gentry, Sr., 75, of Dyersburg, died Friday, December 30, 2011 at Christian Care Center of Rutherford County in Smyrna.

He was a retired co-owner of Genson, Inc., member of United Methodist Church, member of American General Contractors Assoc. and former member of Tennessee Army National Guard.

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Allen Gene Still

June 20, 1930 – December 29, 2011

Allen Gene Still, 81, of Wynnburg, died Thursday, December 29, 2011 at his residence.

He was retired from the maintenance department with Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church.

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Kathrine Mcbride White

September 13, 1919 – December 27, 2011

Kathrine McBride White, 92, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired housekeeper for Parkview Hospital. She was a Baptist.

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Holland Moore

January 20, 1927 – December 27, 2011

Mr. Holland Moore, 84, died Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Mr. Moore was an avid farmer and a WWII Veteran. Funeral services will be at 1pm Friday, December 30, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Kenny Chessor. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Bill Mancell, Jr., Lynn Mancell, Leon Baize, Phillip Boals, Jason Lineberry and Steve Richardson. Honorary pallbearers will be the Friends of the Big Boy Junction Community. The Moore family will receive visitors Thursday, December 29th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include 2 sons, Nathan Moore of Dyersburg and Ronald Moore and wife Esther of Finley, 1 sister, Pearl Marie Embry of Memphis, 1 brother, Holmes Franklin Moore of Finley, 3 grandchildren, Jamie Moore Bell and husband Sam, Brian Moore & wife Lindi, Justin Moore and 3 great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Bell, Cody Bell and Brylan Moore. He was preceded in death his wife of 50 years, Mary Ellen Moore and his parents Melton and Lillie Mae Brock Moore. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Donald Dean Fisher

February 26, 1930 – December 26, 2011

Donald Dean Fisher of Dyersburg, died December 26, 2011 at his home. He was originally from Lafayette, IN and Cairo, IL.

He was retired from Dyersburg Regional Medical Center as a nurse anesthetist, graduated with a BS in Nursing and was certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist from Madison, TN School of Anesthesia.

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Jo Ann Jones Hutcheson

February 12, 1967 – December 26, 2011

Jo Ann Jones Hutcheson, 44, of Tiptonville, died Monday, December 26, 2011 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

She was a homemaker.

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W.E. "Wink" Hollingsworth

February 28, 1926 – December 21, 2011

W.E. "Wink" Hollingsworth, 85, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 21, 2011 at his residence.

He was a self employed auto mechanic, member of Spirit and Life Christian Church in Dyersburg and a member of the Woodmen of the World.

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Delmer Eugene McNeil, Jr.

October 24, 1979 – December 19, 2011

Mr. Delmer Eugene McNeil, Jr., age 32, died Monday, December 19, 2011 at The Med in Memphis. He was a member of Three Oaks Chapel. Delmer played baseball for Dyersburg High School from 1994-1998. In 1998 he was named Tennessee District Player of the year and First Team All-State. He played for the 1998 Memphis BFI Tigers. Delmer played for Jackson State Community College (1998-2000) and University Tennessee Martin (2000-2001). He coached the Full Count Falcons and Dyersburg Dixie Youth Baseball. He was a mentor to countless youth sharing his love of baseball and life with tireless energy and passion. He was the founder of Full Count Baseball Academy where he taught baseball and softball fundamentals of hitting, pitching and fielding. He was also a hitting device creator and inventor, always looking for ways to improve the game he loved better. Funeral services will be at 1pm Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Three Oaks Chapel conducted by Reverend Bill Phipps. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Michael Alley, Todd Winchester, Jason Sullivan, Tristan Sipes, Floyd Halterman, Jr. and Eddie Sims. The McNeil family will receive visitors Wednesday, December 21, 2011 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the church, Survivors include his wife Hannah Wright McNeil, his son Delmer Eugene "Tripp" McNeil, III, his parents Delmer Sr. and Anita McNeil, his sister Meagan Sipes and husband Tristan, all of Dyersburg, his brother Trey McNeil of Bowling Green, KY, his grandparents Gussie McNeil Marlow and husband Bob of Salem, IL, Larry & Helen Sullivan of Kinmundy, IL, Aunts and Uncles Keith McNeil and wife Tammy of Salem, IL, Lawain McNeil and wife Pam of Cincinnati, OH, Shannon McNeil and wife Debbie of Mt. Vernon, IL, Rhonda Hanson and husband Mark of Centralia, IL, Nieces and Nephews, Christian Halterman, Claire Halterman, James Scott Halterman, John Houston Hollingsworth and Scarlett Hollingsworth. He was preceded in death his grandfather, Delmer Roy McNeil. The family requests memorials be directed to Shriners Hospitals for Children 3229 Burnet Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45229-3095 Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Jimmie Ann Sellers

November 15, 1955 – December 18, 2011

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William Gene Stewart

July 16, 1954 – December 17, 2011

William Gene Stewart, 57, of Ridgely, died Saturday, December 17, 2011 at his residence.

He was a former blender operator for Georgia Gulf, member of Willingham Memorial Baptist Church and a Ridgely Volunteer Fireman.

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Mattie E. Donaldson

September 01, 1922 – December 15, 2011

Mrs. Mattie E. (Putman) Donaldson, 89, of Romeoville, IL formerly of Dyersburg died Thursday, December 15, 2011 at Lemont Nursing and Rehab in Lemont, IL. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Donaldson will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, December 18, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Pallbearers will be Tony Novak, Scott Strnad, Ronnie Johnson, Eddie Hicks, Larry Putman, and Kevin Joslin. The Donaldson family will receive visitors Sunday morning from 11:00 am until service time at the funeral home. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by 2 daughters, Carolyn Novak and husband Ted, Debra Salerno and husband Anthony, 1 son Richard Donaldson and wife Carolyn, all of Romeoville, IL and 1 brother Jerry Paul Putman of Dyersburg, TN, 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years Edward S. Donaldson, 1 son William Donaldson and her parents Richard and Florence Pylant Putman. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Evelyn Criswell

April 25, 1915 – December 14, 2011

Mrs. Evelyn Criswell, 96, of Dyersburg, TN died Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a member of First Baptist Church and retired after 30 years at J.C. Penney. Memorial services for Mrs. Criswell will be at 11:00 pm Saturday, December 17, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Raymond Boston officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her son James Criswell and wife Patricia of Dyersburg; 2 grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Raymond Criswell, her brother, William Anderson and her parents William and Daisy Anderson. The family requests memorials be directed to the Alzheimer's Association, 326 Ellsworth Street, Memphis, TN 38111-4417. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Norma Sue Perry Morgan

August 23, 1941 – December 12, 2011

Mrs. Norma Sue Perry-Morgan, of Trimble, TN died at her daughter's residence December 12, 2011. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Cousin. She was cherished by all that knew her. Mrs. Morgan attended Trimble First Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Norma Sue Morgan will be at 1:00 pm Thursday, December 15, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Dr. William P. Oakley officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Pallbearers will be Ricky James Perry, Rusty Hilliard, Roger Dean, Chuck Davis, Grant Perry, Kenneth Childress, Tommy Childress and Austin Perry. The Morgan family will receive visitors Wednesday, December 14th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by Daughter Lori A. Morgan-Davis and husband Mike W Davis of Trimble, TN, Step-Daughter Dorothy Morgan of Carmichael, CA. Sister Nancy P Reasons and husband Moody Reasons of Dyersburg, TN, Brothers Ricky L Perry of Dyersburg, TN and Robert Perry of Drummonds, TN, Grandchildren Michelle Doss and Husband Josh Doss, Chuck Davis and Fiance Britney Parker all of Trimble, TN. Great-Grandchildren Joshua Doss, Jr, Samuel Doss, and Lane Doss all of Trimble, TN. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years Joy C. Morgan, her parents James Henry Perry and Thelma L Caudle-Perry and Two Brothers Charles Perry and Jimmy Perry. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, PO Box1002, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Mark Freeman Pride

June 12, 1959 – December 11, 2011

Mr. Mark Freeman Pride, 52, Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, December 11, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Mr. Pride was an electrician for H & M Industrial Service. He was a member of Evansville Baptist Church where he served as the Youth Director and was a member of Second Nature Band. Funeral services will be at 2pm, Tuesday, December 13, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Danny Griffin and Reverend Larry Koonce. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Wade Richards, Zane McCullum, Ron Stephens, Ricky Mansfield, Lee Leggett and Jimmy Lowe. The Pride family will receive visitors Monday, December 12th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife of 4 years, Sheila Pride of Dyersburg, 2 sons, Adam Owensby Pride of Dyersburg, Ryan Colby Pride of Alamo, his parents Gail and Virginia Pride of Dyersburg, 1 sister Kathy Fisher and husband Eldon of Dyersburg, 2 step daughters, Madison Paige Simmons of Bells, TN, Sierra Nicole Blankenship and husband Matthew of Lafayette, TN, 2 grandchildren, Adam Owensby Pride, Jr., Chance Paul Pride and 2 step-grandchildren, Bailey Elizabeth Blankenship and Gavin Neal Blankenship. The family requests memorials be directed to the Evansville Baptist Church. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Randy Kee

December 10, 2011

Mr. Randy Steven "Steve" Kee, 56, of Milan, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Douglas Health & Rehab in Milan. He was a former construction worker for Dennis Bottoms Siding. Survivors include his daughter, Kasey Kee and son Adam Kee, both of Dyersburg and 2 grandchildren, Madalyn Davis and Jacob Paulk. The family will have a memorial service at a later date. He was preceded in death his parents James Riley and Shelby Fowler Kee. The family requests memorials be directed to LeBonheur Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Austin "Tex" Seratt

April 12, 1944 – December 10, 2011

Mr. Austin "Tex" Seratt, 67, Newbern, TN died Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Jackson Regional Hospital. Mr. Seratt was a retired truck driver and a member of Evansville Free Holiness Church. Funeral services will be at 1pm Wednesday, December 14, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement Pallbearers will be Scotty McGuire, Ricky Doss, Lynnlee Vires, Ollie Conder, Glen Bargery and Buddy Hill. The Seratt family will receive visitors Tuesday, December 13th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife Donna Seratt of Newbern, 1 daughter, Veronica Reasons of Dyersburg, 2 sons, Kevin Shane Seratt of Newbern, Dustin Seratt and wife Shelley of Dyersburg, 3 sisters, Willie Jo Brawley and husband Robert of Paducah, KY, Janet Stallings of Dyersburg, Jerry Wade and husband Mike of Lexington, KY, 2 brothers, George Haynes and wife Vicki of Fowlkes, Mike Haynes of Dyersburg and 2 grandchildren, Ava Lauren Seratt and Hunter Reasons. He was preceded in death his parents, Opal and Quinton Haynes and Willie Raymond Seratt. The family requests memorials be directed Evansville Free Holiness Church. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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William Jerry Mathina, Sr.

October 12, 1946 – December 08, 2011

William Jerry Mathina, Sr., 65, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, December 8, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was a retired custodian for Dyersburg Regional Medical Center and attended First Baptist Church in Tiptonville.

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James "Buddy" Parson

March 29, 1958 – December 08, 2011

James "Buddy" Parson, 53, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, December 8, 2011 at Northwest Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS.

He was a former auto body repairman.

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Dale Hill

July 26, 1926 – December 06, 2011

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Charlene Drumwright

December 05, 2011

Charlene Drumwright, 79, of Dyersburg, died Monday, December 5, 2011 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

She was a devout Christian, member of the Assembly of God Church and co-founder of Southside Assembly of God Church in Dyersburg.

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