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November 28, 2023
Richard Nelson Marrow, 63, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died November 28, 2023, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. A Celebration of Mr. Marrow's Life was held on December 8, 2023, at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Dyersburg, Tennessee.
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August 15, 1932 – November 28, 2023
Paul "Peck" Hogue, age 91, of Halls passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Maple Ridge Assisted Living of Dyersburg, TN. Peck was born August 15, 1932, in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Cornelius Washington and the late Callie (Allmon) Hogue. He was an Illinois Central Gulf conductor and an ordained Pastor. Bro. Peck was a Baptist pastor for over 50 years. Bro. Peck is survived by his wife: Rose Marie (Ray) Hogue, two daughters: Tina (Roger) Meadows of Halls, TN and Teresa Hogue Cates of Halls, TN, and one son: Jeff (Tina) Hogue of Halls, TN; Brother of one brother: Donald (Patty) Hogue of Halls, TN. He also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Casey Hogue; three sisters, Edith White, Lorene Seratt, and Dot Spiller: three brothers, Robert Hogue, Leon Hogue, and Waymon Hogue. The funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 2728 Unionville Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Nathe Ozment officiating. Burial will follow in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, December 1 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 1. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls, TN Service DEC 2. 11:00 AM (CT) Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls, TN
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July 10, 1978 – November 27, 2023
John Thomas Canada, age 45, of Trimble passed away Monday, November 27, 2023. John was born July 10, 1978, in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of Thomas "Tommy" Eugene and Pam Canada. He was employed by the US Armed Services M.P. Navy. John is survived by one daughter: Atleigh Canada of Prince George, VA and one son: Jesse Mueller; his father Thomas "Tommy" Eugene and mother Pam (Harris) Canada; Brother of one sister: Lacey (Sterlin) Wright of Dyersburg, TN; grandmother, Ann Harris of Dyersburg, TN. one niece; Olivia Wright; two nephew's; Noah Wright and Maksim Wright; He also leaves behind several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Halls Cemetery, Tigrett St., Halls, TN with Bro. Billy Beegle officiating. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 1. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Graveside Service DEC 1. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040
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March 28, 1949 – November 27, 2023
Ms. Carol Ann Dial Todd, of Tiptonville, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023 at her residence. She was born March 28, 1949 to the late J.W & Virginia Dial. The Dial family were a fixture in the community, running the Cross-Town Grocery in Tiptonville. Carol Ann attended Lake Co. High School and worked through the years as a floral and gift designer for HealthMart Pharmacy and as the owner of Carousel Furniture in Tiptonville. She was a long-time member of Willingham Memorial Baptist Church.
She is survived by her children, Anthony "Bubba" Todd of Tiptonville and Lori Moore of Enville, TN, as well as her grandchildren, Ian Moore of Paducah, KY, Samuel (Shawna) Moore of Mountain View, AR, Julie Moore of Enville, TN, an honorary grandson, Brian Tate, her her five great-grandchildren, her nephew, Mike Davis, and her beloved canine companion, Girlie-Girl. She was preceded in death by her husband, Guyland Todd, her parents, and her grandson, Michael Moore.
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June 13, 1945 – November 27, 2023
Linda Wheeler Reed, 78, of Dyersburg, died Monday, November 27, 2023 at AHC of Dyersburg. Born June 13, 1945, she is the daughter of the late Johnny and Betheal Moody Wheeler. Mrs. Wheeler was a nurses aide.
Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Reverend Joey Reed.
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May 10, 1959 – November 27, 2023
Tim Naifeh, 64, of Tiptonville, died Monday, November 27, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born May 10, 1959, he is the son of the late James Edward "Babe" Naifeh, Sr. and Mary Gwen Roney Naifeh. Tim was a former attorney and attended Tiptonville First Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Tiptonville First Baptist Church officiated by Brother John Troutman with interment to follow in Tiptonville City Cemetery.
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October 26, 1949 – November 25, 2023
Jo Ann Pope, 74, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Jo Ann was born on October 26, 1949, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Jones and Martha Ann Crabtree Prince. She was a registered nurse with the University Medical Center in Las Vegas, NV. In her spare time, Jo Ann loved reading, watching tv and working crosswords and puzzles.
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November 03, 1958 – November 23, 2023
Robby Thorton, age 65, of Ripley passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Robby was born November 3, 1958 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late A.W. and the late Carol (Sanford) Thorton. He was employed as a(n) River Boat Pilot. Robby is survived by one sister: Helen Salmon of Ripley, TN two nephew's, Mike Salmon of Ripley, TN and Jason Rose of Henning, TN. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Alice Simpson, and Martha Rose. A Graveside service will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 25 at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Poplar Grove Cemetery Rd., Henning, TN. Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Henning Poplar Grove cemetery RD Henning, TN Previous Events Graveside Service NOV 25. 1:00 PM (CT) Poplar Grove Cemetery Henning Poplar Grove cemetery RD Henning, TN
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November 14, 1931 – November 23, 2023
Mr. Henry T. Holmes, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on Thursday, November 23, 2023 in Dyersburg, TN. He was born November 14, 1931 in New Orleans, LA to the late Mabel & Henry T. Holmes, Sr. After high school, Henry joined the United States Air Force Reserve and later used his G.I. benefits to attend night classes and graduate from Memphis State University. This helped him further his career with the Kraft Foods Co. where he served as Vice-President of Sales for his division. During this time, he and his long-time sweetheart started their family and a 74 year journey together. He was an avid golfer, competing in many local events and had a passion for carpentry and woodworking. Family vacations to the beach were some of his favorite times away.
He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Shirley Tucker Holmes, his son, John Holmes & wife, Toni, his daughters, Kathy Boals Yarbro, Mary Patterson & husband, Tim, Missy Ivy & husband, Tim and a daughter-in-law, Jamie Holmes. He was loved as "Grandaddy" by his 12 grandchildren: Jennifer Boals Cozort, Patrick Boals, Andrew Holmes, Mark Holmes, Katie McFadden, Spencer Boals, Cammy Farkas, T.J. Ivy, Matthew Patterson, Thomas Ivy, Gracie Patterson & Luke Patterson and his great-grandchildren: Tucker & Kyle Cozort, Maclyn, Carter & Ruby Boals, Josalyn, Daylin & Ashton McFadden, Emma Farkas, Lane Brumfield, Delia & Mabel Holmes, Hannah, Emerson & Zoe Holmes and his great-great grandson, George Tucker Cozort.
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January 12, 1930 – November 23, 2023
Sally Gee Fowlkes, 93, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 23, 2023 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born January 12, 1930, she is the daughter of the late Robert Ash and Frances Rebecca Hayes Gee. Mrs. Fowlkes was a retired Deputy Clerk at the Dyer County Clerks Office and a life-long member of Dyersburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church. With love and gratitude this Thanksgiving season, we say goodbye to our beautiful mother. We are thankful for all the days we had with our talented, creative, smart mom who loved us and the Lord beyond measure.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 27, 2023 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Annetta Camp with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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September 22, 1946 – November 22, 2023
Kieth Allen Jones, 77, of Tiptonville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Home. Born September 22, 1946, Kieth, was the son of the late Wanda Lou (McWhorter) Jones and the late Paul Kieth Jones. Mr. Jones attended Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School prior to enlisting in the United States Army. While serving, Mr. Jones served one tour in Korea and was then stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, achieving the rank of Specialist 5th Class.
After being honorably discharged, he returned to his home state of Illinois. Over the years, Mr. Jones, held several jobs including working as a truck driver, plumber, HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) Technician and even drew blueprints. Mr. Jones enjoyed watching old military movies and westerns, as well as spending time with his family and friends.
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February 01, 1953 – November 21, 2023
Sandra "Sandy" Clift Hubble, 70, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at her residence.
Sandy was born on February 1, 1953, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late J.N. and Sue Autry Clift. She worked as a nurse for 35 years and was very devoted to her family. Sandy had a love for animals, especially her horses and dogs. She was the biggest cut-up, enjoyed having a good time and was always laughing.
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January 15, 1959 – November 20, 2023
Andy Howard Henson, age 64, of Gates passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at his home. Andy was born January 15, 1959. He is the son of the late Dalton Henson. He was a Farmer. Andy is survived by his mother, Molly Odell Thompson; one daughter: Samantha (William) Crutchfield of Ripley, TN and one son: Matthew (Kim) Henson of Halls, TN; Brother of one sister: Audry Bane of Gates, TN. He is preceded in death by a sister, Tammy Frances, and two brothers, Timothy Henson and Randy Henson. The funeral will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, November 22 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow in Lebanon Cemetery, Halls. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 22 from 11:00 am until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Lebanon Cemetery 5849-6299 Chestnut Bluff Maury City Rd Friendship, , TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation NOV 22. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 22. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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November 11, 1925 – November 20, 2023
Warlene Smith, age 98, of Halls passed away Monday, November 20, 2023, at her home. Warlene was born November 11, 1925, in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late George and the late Alma (Frost) Smith. She was self-employed. Warlene is survived by one granddaughter, Lisa Vinson of Halls, TN and one great- granddaughter, Brittany Renee Alston of Dyersburg, TN. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Wolverton; one daughter, Rita Renee Rambeau; three sister's, Odessa Scearce, Barbara Strey, and Lagreeta Jordan; and one brother, Romaine Smith. A Memorial Service will be held at the Church of Christ in Halls, Tn at 1:00pm Sunday, December 3, 2023. Previous Events Memorial Service DEC 3. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Church of Christ 220 S Church St Halls, TN 38040-1508
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January 27, 1944 – November 19, 2023
David Wayne Prince, 79, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
David was born on January 27, 1944, in Ridgely, TN, to the late David and Mary Frances Moore Prince. He was a Church of God of Prophecy Pastor for 46 years, serving in Tiptonville, Union City, South Fulton, Clarksville, Camden, Westmoreland, Big Sandy and Lenox. While living in Big Sandy, David was known as the funeral pastor for anyone who did not have a pastor. He loved listening to K-Love and gospel music and had a heart of gold. David loved fishing, working in his shop and mowing and caring for his yard.
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December 12, 1931 – November 19, 2023
Ms. Jessie Pearl Klutts Haynes, 91, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at Pinnacle of Southaven in Southaven, MS.
Jessie was born on December 12, 1931, in Obion, TN, to the late G.V. and Martha Fussell Klutts. She retired from Sylvania, Doubleday and Penguin Book Distribution and Warehouse of Newbern. Ms. Jessie was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
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October 05, 1950 – November 18, 2023
Barbara Alice Blythe, age 73, of Covington passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 at her home in Covington. Barbara was born October 5, 1950 in Nankipoo, TN. She is the daughter of the late Paul and the late Alice "Dolly" (Cunningham) Moore. She was a retired Machine Operator. Barbara is survived by one daughter: Sherry Littles Servin of Ripley, TN and one son: Jammie Castleman of Covington, TN; Sister of two sisters: Janet Moore of Ripley, TN and Juanita Hardy of Halls, TN, and one brother: Paul Wayne Moore of Halls, TN. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Blythe. She also leaves behind seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. There is no service to be announced.
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January 26, 1942 – November 18, 2023
Martha Boyce Jones Lynn, age 81, died on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Germantown, Tennessee. She was born January 26, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee to the late James Albert ("Steamboat") and Martha (Glass) Jones. She graduated from Dyersburg High School in Dyersburg, Tennessee, where she met the love of her life, Bobby Nathan Lynn. The couple later married in June 1967.
Bob and Martha Lynn relocated several times during their first years of marriage between Memphis, Tennessee, then to Columbus, Mississippi and back to Memphis, Tennessee. Over the course of these few years, they had two children, Laura and Rob. They then made a "big move" (for a couple that had never ventured north) to Rochester Hills, Michigan in 1973. Martha loved her family fiercely and purposefully, focused on instilling in her children the value of family and family traditions. She also loved the various dogs her family had over the years and treated them as an extension of her family. Martha and Bob later moved to Lititz, Pennsylvania in 1987 where she worked for the local school district. Finally, after many years of wanting to return to their roots, Martha and Bob moved back to the Mid-South in 1991 where they made their home in Germantown, Tennessee. From the time Martha and Bob returned to Germantown, they were active members of Germantown United Methodist Church and actively involved in the Seekers Sunday school class. During the years Martha spent back in the Germantown area, she worked for and eventually retired from First Horizon Bank.
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November 15, 2023
Mr. Jon Dana "Danny" Ragsdale, of Cordova, TN, passed away at his residence. He was born May 7, 1946 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Malcom Jr. & Tommye Ragsdale. He worked as a long-time Medical Technologist for the LabCorp company. He was a life-long lover of sports cars, especially the Chevrolet Corvette. He enjoyed trying new recipes for desserts and sharing them with family and friends.
Danny is survived by his sister-in-law, Judy Ragsdale, of McMinnville, TN, his nieces, Kimberly Dawn King & husband, Joe, of McMinnville and Mary Elizabeth Dyer & husband, Brad, of Lexington, TN as well as his six great-nieces & nephew, Hayden & Bella Woods, Braylyn, Barrett & Brooke Dyer and Blair Tidwell & husband, Tyler. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Tommy Mac Ragsdale.
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October 24, 1942 – November 15, 2023
Joan Lamb, 81, of Newbern, died Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at her residence. Born October 24, 1942, she is the daughter of the late Melvin Taft and Ruby Inez Yancey Lamb. She was a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church and was an avid horse lover. Ms. Joan lived for riding her horses and her church.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, November 20, 2023 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Eddie Wilbanks with interment to follow at 2:30 p.m. at Woodville Church Cemetery in Haywood County.
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February 04, 1965 – November 14, 2023
Mr. Timothy Leon Mathina, of Tiptonville, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023 in Newbern, TN. He was born February 4, 1965 in Chicago, IL to the late Leon & Freda Mathina. He enjoyed construction work and loved to fish. He had a heart of gold and loved the many children that knew him. He was always glad to lend a helping hand to others. His family meant the world to him, especially his mother.
He is survived by his brothers, Jeff Mathina & wife, Vicki, of Union City, and Troy Mathina & wife, Angie, of Newbern, and his sister, Penny Wilson of Samburg. He was deeply loved by his many cousins, nieces & nephews.
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April 25, 1941 – November 12, 2023
Emily "Yvonne" Orr Clay entered the arms of her Savior early Sunday morning November 12th, 2023. She was born on April 25th, 1941 in Tyronza, Arkansas to the late Willis Glenn Orr and the late Dorothy Covington Orr Watkins. She graduated from Bay High School in Bay, Arkansas in 1959 and attended Southern Baptist College at Walnut Ridge, Arkansas where she met her future husband Jimmy. They were married in Jonesboro, Arkansas on June 9th, 1962, celebrating 61 years of marriage this past June. After living in the Jonesboro area for a little over 2 years they moved to Ripley, TN where Jimmy was from and have made their home since then, living the last 50 years in the Cedar Grove community. Yvonne was a gifted seamstress. There wasn't anything she could not do with a needle and thread. From sewing, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, cross stitching and more. She was an avid reader and made sure her children and grandchildren were read to often. She loved Elvis and 1950's rock and roll. She loved to travel and had an extreme adventurous spirit. At the mention of "go" her bags were packed and would ask "when do we leave?" But Yvonne's greatest legacy was her family. She loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with a fierce passion. Her husband, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, friends and extended family, if she loved you, you knew it. In addition to her husband Jimmy she leaves 2 children, Shari Leigh Herron (Roger) of Halls, TN, Michael Evans Clay (Allison) of Oakland, TN, 3 grandchildren Philip Herron (Raina) of Medina, TN, Emily Irwin (Levi) of Wayne City, Illinois and Addie Kate Clay of Oakland, TN. She was blessed with 6 great grandchildren, Laura, John Shelby, Ian , Aidan, Vivian and Bennett. She leaves her sister Peggy Orr of Jonesboro, sister Melba Griffin (Kenneth) of Judsonia, Arkansas and nieces and nephews she loved dearly. Two sisters in law, Sue Watkins of Bella Vista, Arkansas and Lorraine Orr of Jonesboro. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Charles Watkins of Bella Vista, Arkansas and brother Larry Orr of Jonesboro. She was a member of Curve Baptist Church. Funeral services are set for 2pm November 15,2023 at Curve Baptist Church in Ripley with the Rev Lynn King and son in law Roger Herron officiating. Visitation at Halls Funeral Home Tuesday November 14,2023 from 4pm till 7pm. Burial will be in the cemetery at Grace Baptist Church in Ripley. Cemetery Details Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 14. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 15. 2:00 PM (CT) Curve Baptist Church 87 Curve Woodville Rd Ripley, TN 38063
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November 19, 1948 – November 11, 2023
Mr. Otha "Red" Criswell passed away peacefully at his home in Ripley, TN on Saturday, November 11, 2023. He was born November 19, 1948 to the late Clintie & Eudell Criswell. Otha was a graduate of Dyer County High school and served in the United States Army. He later worked as the City Carrier in Covington, TN for the U.S. Postal Service, retiring after 26 years. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and enjoyed his free time shooting pool or playing golf. He was an ordained minister and served as an Elder as a Jehovah's Witness. Red loved to share the Bible and led in the Prison Ministry at the Fort Pillow Facility for many years.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Deborah Joan Criswell, his daughters, Jennifer Thompson & husband, Roger, of Halls, TN and Bethanie Davis & husband, Michael, of Nesbit MS and was loved as "PopPop" by his three grandchildren, Tristan, Isabella & Jackson Davis. He leaves two brothers, James & wife, Barbara, of Jackson, TN and Mark & wife, Sharon, of Kenton, TN and five sisters, Linda Dunsmore of Lakeland, FL, Charlene Butler, Lottie Sue Lewis & Ruby Fowler, of Dyersburg and Pamela Webb, of Trimble. He is preceded in death by his parents, his 4 brothers, Buford, Joe, Larence & John Criswell, his sisters, Carolyn Ketchum, Cleo & Lucille Crawford, Lavern Clopton, Dorothy Brandon and Macie Snow.
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March 18, 1945 – November 10, 2023
Sandra Gale Bickings Jackson, 78, of Tiptonville, died Friday morning, November 10, 2023 at Reelfoot Manor. Born March 18, 1945, she is the daughter of the late William and Virginia Bickings Butler. She was a homemaker.
Memorial services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2023 at Tiptonville First United Methodist Church officiated by Reverend Barbara Blackmon-Fortune. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. until service time at the church.
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June 03, 1947 – November 09, 2023
Mrs. Glenda Lou Burns, age 76, of Dyersburg passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Mrs. Glenda was born June 3, 1947 in Dyer county. She is the daughter of the late Dewitt and the late Ozie Artimus (Roberts) Hill. She was a Waitress and a Homemaker. Mrs. Glenda is survived by her husband: George Burns of Obion, TN, one daughter: Tonya Messer of Halls, TN and one son: Timothy Gamble of Dyersburg, TN; sister of one sister: Sarah Ann Leonard of Pickwick, TN. She also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Glenda was predeceased by her two sisters, Shirley Jean Abernathy, Carolyn Sue Latham, her two brothers, William Don Hill, and Melvin Dewitt Hill. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Nathe Ozment officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Friendship TN following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 14 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com Previous Events Calling Hours NOV 14. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 14. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 02, 1943 – November 08, 2023
Chief Master Sergeant Billy Robert Hurst, 80, of San Antonio, TX, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at the Methodist Main Hospital in San Antonio, TX.
Billy was born on September 2, 1943, in Dyer County TN, to the late Eley and Claudie McCutcheon Hurst. After dedicating 30 years in the military, he retired as a Chief Master Sergeant with the United States Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller.
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September 13, 1947 – November 07, 2023
Mr. Barry Lee Hart, of Dyersburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at his home. He was born September 13, 1947 to the late James & Christine Hart. Barry was the long-time owner of Hart's No. 1 Used Cars in Dyersburg and proudly served in the United States Army during the Viet Nam War. He was well known for his outgoing personality, his love of fishing and was a trader at heart. He was a dedicated member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Unionville where he served as a Deacon and head of the Evangelism Committee. He also worked with the Tennessee Baptist Association Disaster Relief efforts.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Hart, his son Mike Nicks & wife, Emily, his daughters, Wendy Gillon & husband, Bart and Kaylee Nichols & husband, Will and his sisters, Phyllis Darby & Candace Cooke. He loved his time with and role as "Papaw" to his grandchildren; Dyver & Jaye Bless Nicks, Cole Gillon and Nora Nichols.
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May 13, 1945 – November 07, 2023
Sammy D. Broglin, Sr., 78, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born May 13, 1945, he is the son of the late James Ewell and Lillian LouAnn Broglin. He was a farmer.
He is survived by his son, Sammy D. Broglin, Jr. (Toni) of Dyersburg; and two sisters, Dora Wright of Ripley and Helen Jones of Gates.
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June 27, 1947 – November 06, 2023
Ms. Judy Roberson Fraley, of Tiptonville, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-General Hospital. She was born June 27, 1947 in Vienna, IL to the late Ilar & Ophelia Roberson. She attended the University of Tennessee-Martin, where she was a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. Education played a major role in her life. She served on the Lake County Board of Education in her retirement after 40 years of classroom teaching. She was also a member of the Alpha Delta Kappa Teachers' sorority. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church in Tiptonville and devoted her free time to her family, especially her granddaughters.
Judy is survived by her son, Shane Fraley & wife, Mandy, of Jackson, TN, her granddaughters, McKenzie & AbbyGrayce Fraley, her sisters, Alice Makin & Hattie Trover. She is preceded in death by her husband, Mike Fraley, her parents, her brother, Barthel Roberson and sister, Shirley Roberson.
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October 08, 1935 – November 06, 2023
Hazel Rettig, 88, of Dyersburg, died Monday, November 6, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born October 8, 1935, she is the daughter of the late Theodore "Teddy" and Gertrude Wise Strader.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 9, 2023 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Jim Pilcher with interment to follow in Sorrells Chapel Cemetery.
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May 22, 1953 – November 04, 2023
Dale Snyder, Sr., 70, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at his residence.
Dale was born on May 22, 1953, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Lonnie M. Snyder and Mary Peacock Snyder. He was a retired superintendent with the street department for the City of Dyersburg.
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January 28, 1959 – November 04, 2023
Elaine Rogers, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Elaine was born on January 28, 1959, in Dyersburg, TN to Charles Travis Irvin and the late Luna Mae Minton Irvin. She was an accountant for Colonial Rubber and was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Elaine and her late husband, Craig loved to travel. They had visited all 50 states in the U.S.
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March 11, 1933 – November 03, 2023
Cecil D. "Cigar" Simpson, 90, of Finley, died Friday, November 3, 2023 at his residence. Born March 11, 1933, he is the son of the late Johnny Thomas and Mamie Lou Essary Simpson. He and his wife Janie, were produce farmers and sold their vegetables at the Methodist Church parking lot and Reelfoot Lake Flea Market. He retired from Neeley Pritchett Farms.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 officiated by Brother Mac Daniels at Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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October 15, 1982 – October 31, 2023
Robert Justin Allen, age 41, of NM passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Robert was born October 15,1982 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Tony Allen. He was employed as a roofer. He is survived by his mother and stepfather Donna (Smith) Peerenboom and Paul Peerenboom of Kirtland NM. He also leaves one son Nathaniel Allen of Alamo, TN. Brother of one sister: Jenny (Linda) Garcia of Cheyenne, WY and a uncle David (Leah) Smith of Cold-Water MS. He also leaves fianc Micah Flaniken. Robert was preceded in death by grandparents Jimmie and Judy Smith, Joe and Charlotte Allen and an Uncle Robert Smith. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, February 10 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Johnny Emmerson officiating. The burial will be in Gates Cemetery, following the service. Calling hours will be Saturday, February 10 from 12-1pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Gates Cemetery Gates Previous Events Visitation FEB 10. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service FEB 10. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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October 06, 1955 – October 31, 2023
Lawrence Scruggs, 68, of Tiptonville, TN died Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. Mr. Scruggs was born October 6, 1955 in Tennessee.
Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Scruggs family. You may share your condolences and your memories at www.curryfuneral.com
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October 30, 2023
Betty Barnhill, 86, of Florence, SC, passed away on October 30, 2023.
Mrs. Barnhill was born the daughter of the late Exie Crawley Goodman and Oscar Goodman. She attended First Church Free Will Baptist, Florence, SC.
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December 17, 1944 – October 28, 2023
Ms. Lois Yvonne Walker passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Jackson General Hospital. She was born December 17, 1944 to the late Clarence & Elvie Swader. She spent over 35 years working for Kroger in Dyersburg, running the deli department. She and her husband were long-time members of The Sanctuary Church and enjoyed collecting glassware and fishing and camping with family and friends.
Lois is survived by her children, Amy Maupin & Mike Walker, her granddaughters, Courtney & Lindsay Maupin, a great-grandson, Brantley Anderson, her brothers, George, Clarence, Cecil & John Swader and her faithful companion, Dash. She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy Walker, her parents, her brother, Billy Swader and sister, Gloria Daily.
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November 30, 1932 – October 27, 2023
Virginia Louise Ferrell, age 90, of Bells passed away Friday, October 27, 2023 at Bells Nursing Home and Rehab of Bells, TN. Virginia was born November 30, 1932 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Porter and the late Katherine (Green) Crews. Ms, Virginia was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters: Brenda (Ronnie) Bluew of Hendersonville, TN, Katie (Terry) Scallions of Friendship, TN, a sister, Patsy Cooper of Byhalia, MS and a son-in-law, Mickey Riggsbee of Alamo, TN. Ms. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Ferrell, a daughter, Peggy Riggsbee, two sisters, Marjorie Ballard and Betty Mayfield, three brothers, Porter Crews, Bobby Crews and Guy Crews. She also was preceded in death by two grandchildren Tammy Scallions and Anthony Scallions. Ms. Virginia leaves behind four grandchildren, Billy Prescott, James Prescott, Paul Bluew, Jamie Bluew, eleven great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. The funeral will be held at 3:00 pm on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Floyd's Chapel Church, 162 Davis Rd., Maury City, TN with Bro. Larry Kendrick officiating. The burial will follow in Floyd's Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers for her service will be her "Big Grandsons" and her "Little Grandsons"; Billy Prescott, James Prescott, Paul Bluew, Christopher Scallions, Kolby Scallions, Hunter Scallions, Gunner Scallions and Lane Prescott. Calling hours will be Monday, October 30 from 1 pm til 3 pm at Floyd's Chapel Church. Donations may be made to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital at www.lebonheur.org An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com Cemetery Details Floyd's Chapel Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation OCT 30. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Floyd's Chapel Church 162 Davis Rd Maury City, TN 38050 Service OCT 30. 3:00 PM (CT) Floyd's Chapel Church 162 Davis Rd Maury City, TN 38050
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August 18, 1946 – October 26, 2023
Mrs. Dora Jane Richards, of Dyersburg, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Jackson General Hospital. She was born August 18, 1946 in Wayne County TN to the late Clyde & Connie McCutcheon. Dora Jane was truly devoted to her family. Her grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great-nieces & great-nephews were the center of her life. She spent 28 years alongside her husband as independent owner-operators of a long-haul trucking business. She and her husband were long-time members of Evansville Baptist Church.
She is survived by her son, Johnny Wade Richards & wife, Barbara, her grandsons, Michael Richards & wife, Lauran, Benjamin Richards and Bradley Hudson & wife, Darian, as well as her brothers Bobby (Joyce), David and James (Michelle) McCutcheon, her sisters, Robbie Anderson, Glenda Slater (Paul), Dale Nail (Stanley), and Gail McCann (Carlton). She was preceded in death by her husband, of 53 years, John W. Richards, her parents, Clyde "Junior" & Connie McCutcheon, her brothers, Terry Lynn & Ralph McCutcheon, her brother-in-law, Bill Anderson, her sister-in-law, Pat McCutcheon, and her nephew, Barry Anderson.
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July 14, 1947 – October 26, 2023
Brenda Joyce Vestal, 76, of St. Louis, MO, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Shepherd of The Hills Living Center.
Brenda was born on July 14, 1947 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late John P. and Emma L. Adkins Smith. She worked in the depreciation department for Southwestern Bell for 30 years. Brenda enjoyed going to Silver Dollar City and the movies with her family. She loved her grandchildren and her family very much.
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August 16, 1931 – October 24, 2023
Alma Irene Cook, 92, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at AHC Dyersburg. Born August 16, 1931, she is the daughter of the late Edgar and Mirl Carson. She was retired from Sylvania and a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Jim Chamblee with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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October 20, 1952 – October 22, 2023
Bobby Earl Nunnery, 71, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at his residence.
Bobby was born on October 20, 1952, in Kennett, MO, to the late Roy Harrison and Ruby Jordan Nunnery. He was an independent truck driver and had also worked on the Missouri Basin Oil Well Services. Bobby was an avid outdoorsman who loved to fish and hunt. He loved to travel and ride his motorcycle. Bobby loved his family and spending time with them. He was a Morman by faith. Bobby proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps.
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June 02, 1935 – October 21, 2023
Mr. Charles Leroy Bing, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Baptist-Desoto Hospital in Southaven, MS. Charles was born in Moscow, TN on June 2, 1935 to the late Wesley & Frances Bing.
He is survived by his wife, of 49 years, Mary Evelyn Bing, his son, Eddie Bing and wife, Ann, of Southaven, MS, his daughters, Kim Odom and husband, Carl, of Bartlett, TN, and Brenda Clapp and husband, Sammy, of Horn Lake, MS, his brother, Jimmy Bing and sister, Dorothy Newsom, both of Union City, TN. One of his greatest loves was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Daniel (Kristin) Odom, Tanner Odom, Amanda (Martin) Gambill, Matthew Bing and Kristy (Ronnie) Jernigan and his great-grandchildren, Asher & Lake Odom, Lucas Gambill, Cruz, Everly, Anna & Gavin Jernigan. He also was deeply loved by his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
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May 27, 1957 – October 21, 2023
Mr. Billy Eugene Sanders, age 66, of Bogota, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2023 at his residence. He was born in Dyersburg on May 27, 1957 to the late Bill & Rosie Sanders. He spend many years working in agriculture before joining the Dyer County Highway Department as a mechanic. There was nothing he could not fix or was afraid to take on. In his free time, he loved building and racing cars as well as all types of hunting.
He is survived by his wife, Tina Marie Sanders, his sons Danny & Mark Sanders, his daughters, Crystal Rodriguez & Amanda Douglas, his brother, Jerry Sanders, his sister, Susan Wilson. He loved spending as much time as he could with his fourteen grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Betsy Carroll & Judith Galloway.
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January 24, 1953 – October 20, 2023
Mr. Kenneth Wayne Biggers, of Dyersburg, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born January 24, 1953 in Dyer County Tennessee to the late Edward Wheeler Biggers and Martha Louise Biggers. He was a former employee of Watkins Trucking Co. of West Memphis, Ar.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, of 24 years, Cathy Sue Biggers, one sister, Patricia Harwood, three sons, Kenny Biggers of Rives, TN, Kevin Tanner (Amanda) and James Morgan (Kim) all of Dyersburg, seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and many nieces & nephews.
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June 04, 1938 – October 19, 2023
Betty Lou Funderburk, 85, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Betty was born on June 4, 1938, in Wallins, KY, to the late Charles and Effie Saylor Gross. She was a homemaker and a member of Bethel Baptist Church in Yorkville. Betty loved her grandchildren and her family very much. She loved to work with her hands by sewing, gardening and cooking.
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April 19, 1940 – October 16, 2023
Holmes "Holmer" Franklin Moore, 83, of Finley, TN, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Holmes was born on April 19, 1940, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Melton and Lilly Mae Brock Moore. He was a truck driver for Wal-Mart, Overnight and FEMA. Holmes was a former contractor and loved to build houses and businesses in and around Dyer County. He loved fishing, hunting, being outdoors and his family. He was a member of Junction Church of God. Mr. Holmes was the widow of Carolyn Sue Shipley Moore who passed away in January 2023.
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November 10, 1929 – October 16, 2023
Sue Holt McGuire, 93, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023 at her residence.
Sue was born on November 10, 1929, in Richwood, TN, to the late Edward and Mary Sue White Holt. She was an assembly worker for Olberg Manufacturing and was a former operator at Bell South Telephone Company. Sue was a homemaker, was the site director for the Northwest Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program and had been the owner of several restaurants. She loved to read, cook and was a Baptist by faith.
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