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Pascale Lane Miller

Pascale Lane Miller ,71, of Mascot, Tennessee died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Alvin C. York Veterans' Administration Medical Center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born Monday, July 14, 1952, in Valparaiso, Indiana, he was the son of the late Pascale Arnette Miller and the late Nova Doris Shoulders Miller. Mr. Miller was the retired plant manager at Plygem. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, where he received the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good ...

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Betty Hogue

Betty Jean Hogue, 85, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, April 21, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Claude Alfred Allmon and the late Ruby Holt Allmon. Mrs. Hogue worked for 45 years as an allergy technician and office manager for Dr. Walter E. David and part-time for Dr. Fred Moore, III and Dr. James A. Caylor. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg, ...

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Ruby Ramsey Waller

Ruby Ramsey Waller, 89, of Tiptonville, Tennessee, died Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Jackson, Tennessee. Born on Thursday, October 4, 1934, in Dyer County, Tennessee she was the daughter of the late Johnny Herbert "Hub" Ramsey and the late Minnie McKee Ramsey. She was a homemaker and member of Hawthorne Baptist Church in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Funeral services for Mrs. Waller will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, January 5, 2024, in ...

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Kathirene "Kathy" Pugh Sykes

Kathirene "Kathy" Pugh Sykes, 86, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, September 29, 1937, in Cullman, Alabama, she was the daughter of the late Elijah Pugh and the late Mandy Hide Pugh. Mrs. Sykes was a retired secretary at the Internal Medicine Clinic in Dyersburg, Tennessee. She was a devoted member of the Rehoboth Church for over fifty years. Graveside services for Mrs. Sykes will be held ...

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Carolyn Faye Irving

Carolyn Faye Irving, 74, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, December 29, 2023, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, February 1, 1949, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Charlie Patterson and the late Bonnie Ruth Sexton Patterson. Mrs. Irving was a homemaker. She loved her family and the times that she enjoyed the most were making special memories with them. Funeral services for Mrs. Irving will be held at 2:30 PM on Sunday, December 31, ...

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Wilda Elaine Foster

Wilda Elaine Foster, 75, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Dyer Nursing Home in Dyer, Tennessee. Born Thursday, February 19, 1948 in Dyer, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Willie T. Markham and the late Jo Pearl Midyett Markham. Ms. Foster was retired from the Dyer County School System, where she served as finance manager for many years before moving to Henry County. Graveside services for Ms. Foster will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, ...

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Lynn Welch

Lynn Welch, 81, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, July 23, 1942, he was the son of the late Herbert Welch and the late Magalene Pilkenton Welch. Mr. Welch was a Landlord and Car Wash Owner. He was a Christian and devoted member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Mr. Welch was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals. Funeral services for Mr. Welch will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Mt. ...

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Dolores Mae Bingham

Dolores Mae Lewis Bingham, 66, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, August 13, 1957. She was the daughter of the late Nubbin Lewis and the late Stella Lewis. She was a retired natural healing instructor at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in Tempe, Arizona. Cremation services for Mrs. Bingham are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband, Dorsey Leon “Bing” ...

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Samuel C. Evans

Samuel C. Evans, 96, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, January 18, 1927, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Charlie Evans and the late Mary Frances Mercer Evans. Mr. Evans was a life long farmer and witnessed many changes in the farming operations. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing. Graveside services for Mr. Evans will be held at 2:30 PM on ...

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Greggory Scott Chandler

Greggory Scott Chandler , 57, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Friday, December 15, 2023, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Saturday, July 9, 1966, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Roy Lee Chandler and Linda Faye Thompson Butler. Mr. Chandler was the Operations Manger for Love's Travel Stop. He was a devoted member of the Dyersburg Church of God. Mr. Chandler enjoyed deer hunting and was an avid fan of the University ...

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Vivian P. Lowe

Vivian P. Lowe, 71, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, September 30, 1952, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late James Milam Pierce and the late Georgie Evelyn Hardin Pierce. She was a former machine operator for Speclinc. Funeral services for Mrs. Lowe will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, December 18, 2023, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Officiating ...

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Billie Joe Meadows

December 29, 1938

Billie Joe Meadows, 84, died on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at his residence in Trimble, Tennessee. Born December 29, 1938, in Trimble, he was the son of the late Alvin “Slick” Meadows and the late Doris Henderson Meadows. Mr. Meadows was a retired drywall contractor. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Mr. Meadows’ hobby was raising pigeons. Funeral services will be held 12 noon on Monday, December 18, in the Chapel of ...

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Cherry Marie Hall Allen

Cherry Marie Hall Allen, 84 of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Saturday, January 21, 1939, in Miston, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Richard Leonard Hall and the late Helen May Lytle Hall. Mrs. Allen was a former employee of Anderson Hickey and Oakwood Manor Nursing Home. She will always be remembered for her sweet spirit and the love she showed everyone, especially her family. Graveside services for ...

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Johnny T. Butler

Johnny T. Butler, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, August 17, 1943, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Benjamin Monroe Butler and the late Clarice Gertrude Brinkley Butler. Mr. Butler was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics in Dyersburg, Tennessee. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Graveside services for Mr. Butler will be ...

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Roland Dudley Martin, Jr.

Roland Dudley Martin, Jr., 68, of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at Regional One Medical in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Monday, August 22, 1955, in Ridgely, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Roland Dudley Martin, Sr. and the late Elizabeth Bartlett Martin. Mr. Martin was a former truck driver and City of Newbern Employee. He was a former member of the Newbern Fire Department. Cremation services for Mr. Martin are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral ...

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Thelma Marie Butler

Thelma Marie Butler, 70, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Monday, December 11, 2023, at her daughter's residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Sunday, July 26, 1953, in Obion County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Delbert Earl Butler and the late Louise Benoit. Mrs. Butler was a homemaker and a caregiver. A Celebration of Life service for Mrs. Butler will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, December 15, 2023, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Officiating this service will ...

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Marty Lynn Ray

Marty Lynn Ray, 63, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, September 27, 1960, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Loyd Ray and the late Mamie Elsie Simpson Ray. Mr. Ray was a retired supervisor at Aaron's in Dyersburg, Tennessee. There was nothing he loved more than his family, his loving wife, and his old truck. He was notorious for hiding peanut butter crackers and loaves of bread for his ...

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Peggy Joyce Ray Reeves

Peggy Ray Reeves, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at the residence of her daughter, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, March 9, 1943, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jess Ray and the late Bessie Anderson Ray. Mrs. Reeves was a retired teacher at Dyer Christian Academy and a member of the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ. Funeral services for Mrs. Reeves will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 11, 2023, at the Apostolic ...

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Michael Dewayne "Cedar Man" Dorton

Michael Dewayne "Cedar Man" Dorton, 62, of Camden, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at his residence in Camden, Tennessee. Born Sunday, September 3, 1961, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late William Harvey Dorton, Sr. and the late Rebecca Jane Harrison Goode. He was a mussel diver for over fifteen years and enjoyed woodworking. Mr. Dorton was affectionally know as "Cedar Man" for his beautiful cedar creations. He was a devoted member ...

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Carnell Allen

Carnell Allen went home to be with his Lord & Savior on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Carnell was born in Benton County, Tennessee to Pairesettie Cole Allen and James Frank Allen. He was an active member of RoEllen Baptist Church for seventy years . Carnell served our Country 1956-1958 in the United States Army during peace time. Upon return from the Army, he married the love of his life, Margaret Lowrance. He farmed as a youngster as a ...

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Betty Jo Stewart

Betty Jo Stewart, 70, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, June 28, 1953, in Ridgley, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Milton French and the late Lillian Warner French. Mrs. Stewart was a retired parole officer with the State of Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed watching and attending games. Funeral services for Mrs. Stewart will be held on Thursday, ...

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Tony M. Hughes

Tony M. Hughes, 59, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Friday, December 1, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Friday, October 30, 1964 in Paris, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Norman Hughes and the late Lula Hale Hughes. Mr. Hughes was a self-employed truck driver and enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding motorcycles. Graveside services for Mr. Hughes will be held at 12:30 PM on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. ...

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Betty Sue Myers

Betty Sue Myers, 84, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, December 1, 2023, at AHC of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Monday, April 3, 1939, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late C. C. McGuire and the late Nettie Mae Floyd McGuire. Mrs. Myers was a homemaker and member of Oak Grove Church of Christ. Graveside services for Mrs. Myers will be held at 2:30 PM on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Officiating this service ...

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Johnny R. Stafford, Jr.

Johnny R. Stafford, Jr., 81, of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, March 10, 1944, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Johnny R. "Buck" Stafford, Sr. and the late Hazel Wilson Stafford. Johnny was a former machinist who spent many dedicated years with Holloway Construction and Waterland Trucking. He was known for his strong work ethic and dependable ...

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Rocky Lane Foster

Rocky Lane Foster, 72, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, September 26, 1952, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Luther Lee Foster and the late Seveler Marie Scott Foster. Rocky began his career in public service with the Dyer County Sheriff's Department, where he laid the foundation for a life dedicated to protecting and serving others. He went on to join the Newbern Police Department, ...

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Belinda Joyce Morgan

Belinda Joyce Morgan, 68, died on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on Wednesday, November 14, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, Belinda spent most of her professional life working as an accountant, where she was known for her attention to detail, strong work ethic, and integrity. In the last chapter of her career, she served as a 911 dispatcher for the City of Dyersburg. Though she held that role for only eight months, her calm ...

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Mildred Lovings Hall

Mildred Lovings Hall, 90, of Union City, Tennessee, Tennessee, formerly of Reelfoot Lake, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 7, 2025-the same day she and husband, Billy George Hall, marked seventy-two years of marriage Born Saturday, October 13, 1934, in Mooring (Lake County), Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late William Hardy "W.H." Lovings and the late Lilly Harris Lovings. Mildred grew up with strong family values and a deep love for her hometown. She graduated from ...

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Carley Brooke Troutt

January 18, 1999

Carley Brooke Troutt, 26, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Carley was born on January 18, 1999, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Jon and Virginia Fowlkes Troutt. A graduate of Dyer County High School, Carley had a sweet spirit and a kind heart. She had a love for music and especially enjoyed playing the guitar. She loved being outdoors—whether she was taking long walks through the woods or floating peacefully down the Buffalo River, ...

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Shirley Joan "Jo" Weinreich

Shirley Joan "Jo" Weinreich, 88, died on Friday, June 6, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Monday, September 7, 1936, in Blytheville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Robert E. Lee Buckner and the late Bessie B. Webster Buckner Rustin. Jo shared an especially strong bond with her son, one built on unconditional love, spiritual guidance, and steadfast leadership. As a mother, she was a nurturing presence and a wise ...

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Bradley Fisher

Bradley Fisher, 44, of Greenfield, Tennessee, died on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Born Saturday, August 23, 1980, in Jackson, Tennessee, he was the son of Danny Fisher and the late Phyllis Ann Gant Fisher. Bradley will be remembered for his magnetic personality, infectious laughter, and the way he could light up any room. He never met a stranger and had a special gift for making people feel at ease, often through a ...

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Larry Stephen Maddox

February 7, 1954

Larry Stephen Maddox, 71, of Olive Branch, MS died at his residence in Olive Branch after a brave battle from the results of cancer treatment. Born on February 7, 1954 in Valdosta, GA, he was the son of the late Lt. Col. Roy L. Maddox and the late Reba L. Weathers Maddox. His family served in the Air Force in several US states, as well as Spain, Germany, and England. In high school they settled in Memphis, TN where he attended Nicholas Blackwell High School, was active in the choir program, ...

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Bobby Gene Moore

Bobby Gene Moore, 76, of Union City, Tennessee died on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Monday, February 7, 1949, in Tennessee. He was the son of the late Joe Robert Moore and the late Maudie Christine Cagle Moore. He was a dedicated farmer and a valued longtime employee of Harold Willis Farms, where he worked for many years. His work ethic, reliability, and love for farming left a lasting impression on those who worked ...

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Janet Dennison Keedy

June 23, 1941

Janet Dennison Keedy, whose love of life in Dyer County was as deep as the rich soil of the family farm of her youth, died at her Newbern home Wednesday, June 4, after a series of recent illnesses. Born June 23, 1941, she was married for sixty-four years to career U.S. Navy man Dave Keedy, precipitating many moves for her as a young bride and mother, which she managed incredibly well. For the Trimble High School graduate, retiring to Newbern brought her full circle and it became her final ...

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Alison Mitchell Copeland

Alison Mitchell Copeland, 59, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, June 2, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 23, 1966, she was the daughter of the late Winston "Bill" Mitchell and Bonnie Louise McCalister Shelton. Alison was a beloved mother and the unwavering heart of her family. Known for her strength of spirit and boundless love, Alison was a rock for all who knew her—a constant source of ...

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Cayden Austin Neace

Cayden Austin Neace, the beloved infant son of Austin Blake and Sabrina Rena Bolton Neace, was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at his residence. Born on Tuesday, December 23, 2024, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, Cayden brought immeasurable love and joy to his family during his precious time on Earth. Though his time here was brief, his bright spirit and boundless love will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him." Cayden brought immense joy to his family with ...

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Krystle Gail Ledbetter

Krystle Gail Ledbetter, 43, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Friday, May 14, 1982, in Trenton, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jessie McCaig and the late Sammie Diane Glisson McCaig. She was the wife of Jonathan Wesley Ledbetter. She was a former employee of Subway of Dyersburg. Krystle was a devoted wife, loving mother, and kind soul who found her greatest joy in the simple, beautiful ...

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Mark Anthony Rickman

Mark Anthony Rickman, 63, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, April 18, 1962 in Ridgely, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Sam D. Rickman and Mildred Cook Rickman Lawson. Mark was a man who truly lived life to the fullest. He spent his years working with his hands, first as a carpenter for Eugene Smith and later as a dedicated employee of Servpro in Newbern, Tennessee. But his legacy was not just ...

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Gene "Red" Taylor

Charles Eugene Taylor, affectionately known as" Gene" or "Red, 83, of Trenton, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Milan Hospital in Milan, Tennessee. Born Sunday, November 23, 1941, in Newbern, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Thomas Lee Taylor, Sr. and the late Mattie Lou Laton Taylor. He was a proud veteran, Gene served his country with honor in the United States Army, retiring after over twenty-one years of dedicated ...

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Annie Fern "Ann" Moody

May 11, 1933

Annie Fern "Ann" Moody, 92, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, May 26, 2025, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on May 11, 1933, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late William Winfrey and the late Beatrice A. Hutchison Winfrey. Mrs. Moody was a former employee of All-Wear/Wrangler. A woman of deep faith, Ann was a longtime member of Mt. Tirzah, where she touched many lives as a dedicated Sunday school teacher before moving her ...

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Larry Dennis Fowler

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Larry Dennis Fowler, who departed this life to be joined with the Lord on May 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Larry was born on September 15,1948, in Dyer County, Tennessee, to John and Lovell Fowler. Larry was a man who never met a stranger. A man who lent a hand to anyone who needed it. He knew everybody, and more importantly, he got along with everybody. His warmth, humor, and easygoing nature made him a friend to many. He had a sharp wit and ...

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Elaina Sue Kolwyck

Elaina Sue Pleasant Kolwyck, 65, of Trenton, Tennessee, died on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Thursday, June 11, 1959, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Phillip "Dock" Pleasant and the late Carly Jean Pruitt Pleasant. A devoted homemaker, Elaina found joy in music of all kinds, reading, cooking, and even in the simple satisfaction of a well-kept home. She had an eye for capturing moments, ...

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Gerry Charles McGuire

Gerry Charles McGuire, 60 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, December 9, 1964, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Lonzo Lonnie McGuire and the late Willie Dean Hill McGuire. A lifelong resident of Dyersburg, Tennessee, Gerry was best known as the owner and operator of McGuire Plumbing, where he served the community with dedication and skill for many years. Gerry was a true outdoorsman who found ...

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Phyllis Snyder

Phyllis Ann Snyder, 74 of Newbern, Tennessee died on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee Born Wednesday, July 5, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Sam K. Partin and the late Claudia Sweat Partin of Monteagle, TN. Ms. Snyder, beloved owner of The Cake Shop in Dresden, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of sweetness, creativity, and community spirit. Ms. Snyder was the former owner of The Cake Shop in Dresden, Tennessee. She was known throughout ...

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Doris J. Inman McManis

Doris Jean Inman McManis passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in her home in Paris, TN. She was the wife of Billy Mac McManis (retired MSgt. USAF) who was with her when she passed. Doris was known by all who knew her as a loving and precious woman who loved God first, her husband, family and friends. She was passionate about her Bible study group, opera music, exploring the world with all its rich history, having her family around her, and going to garage sales. Anyone who knew her knew ...

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Mildred W. Bradley

October 9, 1929

Mildred W. Bradley, 95, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born October 9, 1929, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Henry C. Wright and the late Trummie G. Story Wright. She was a devoted homemaker, talented seamstress. Her life was marked by faith, love, and a quiet strength that shaped her home and those around her. Mildred was a former employee ...

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Margaret Flinchum "Marie" Row

Margaret Flinchum "Marie" Row, 93, Yorkville, Tennessee, died on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at her residence in Yorkville, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of service, adventure and heartfelt connections. Born Monday, September 21, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Willis Madison Flinchum and the late Elmira Farley Flinchum. Margaret proudly served her country as a Special Agent at the Pentagon for over twenty-five years. Her sharp mind, dedication, and integrity were ...

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Earl Dewayne Noel

Earl Dewayne Noel, better known as Dewayne, 54, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Thursday, March 4, 1971, he was the son of the late Earl Clanton and Shirley Taylor Noel. Dewayne will be remembered for his kind heart, easy smile, and deep devotion to his family. He was a former employee of Hexpol, where he worked for several years and built lasting friendships. Outside of work, he found joy in simple ...

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Gerald Houston Tidwell

Gerald Houston Tidwell, 85, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Monday, October 16, 1939, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late James Thelmer "J.T." Tidwell and the late Virginia Wheeler Tidwell. Gerald was raised in nearby Finley, where the values of hard work, faith, and friendship first took root and remained the guiding principles of his life. He ...

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