Charles Price "Charlie" Whitnel

August 21, 1958 – July 12, 2020

Charles Price “Charlie” Whitnel, 61, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 12, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. Born August 21, 1958, he is the son of the late Jane Shipman and Robert C. Whitnel, III. Charlie was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church. He was a man of many talents including farming and construction. Charlie was a fun-loving man who never met a stranger and left the people that he was around with a smile. He was kind to all who knew him and a volunteer to all in need. His laughter was infectious and will be carried in the hearts of those who were blessed to hear it.

Celebration of Life service will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel. The family will receive friends beginning at 11:00 am until service time at the funeral home. Because of the Covid19 pandemic, the family has requested that everyone please wear a mask and practice social distancing

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Mack Dewayne Tucker

January 31, 1956 – July 10, 2020

Mack Dewayne Tucker, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020 at his residence.

Mack was born on January 31, 1956, in Dyersburg, TN to Evaleena Bradley Tucker and the late Leonard Tucker. He was a self-employed electrician.

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Robert D. Pruitt

May 01, 1940 – July 09, 2020

Robert D. Pruitt, 80, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 9, 2020, at West Tennessee Health Care Dyersburg. Born May 1, 1940, he was the son of the late John David and Willie B. Horner Pruitt. Mr. Pruitt worked at Dyersburg Fabrics for over 30 years and was an advocate for any child in need. He volunteered at The Childrens Home in Paragould, Arkansas, New Pathway for Children in Melber, Kentucky and was such a wonderful friend to the children of St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital and was an integral part of the lifesaving work happening in Memphis every day. He was also a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be Sunday July 12, 2020 at 2:00 PM, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Jim Chamblee, Glenn Burse, and Micah Brinkley.

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Ricky Steve Atkins

November 17, 1958 – July 06, 2020

Ricky Steve Atkins, age 61, of Dyersburg passed away Monday, July 6, 2020. Mr. Atkins was born November 17, 1958 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Milburn Atkins and the late Mary Francis (Wyrick) Akins. He is survived by ;Three nephews, Jeff Sutton of Memphis, TN, Glenn Sutton and Artie Atkins, two niece's, Jana Thompson and Cheryl Hazelip, one Aunt, Iris Jones and a Brother In Law, Jake Sutton. Ricky was Preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Wade Atkins, and a sister, Melba F. Sutton. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, July 10 at South Fork Cemetery, 7342 Chestnut Bluff Rd., Friendship, TN with Bro. Jeff Hazelip officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, July 10 from 12:00 p.m. till 2:00 p.m. Previous Events Visitation JUL 10. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service JUL 10. 2:00 PM (CT) South Fork Cemetery

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Ricky Lee Williams

November 18, 1951 – July 06, 2020

Ricky Lee Williams, age 68, of Dyersburg passed away Monday, July 6, 2020 at his home in the Bruceville community. Ricky was born November 18, 1951 in Chicago, IL. He is the son of the late Alfred and the late Mary (Sue) Jane (Cotham) Williams. He was a retired Dyer County school teacher. Ricky also graduated from UT Martin with a bachelor degree. He is survived by two uncles Larimore Williams of Memphis TN and Pete Williams of Friendship TN and a host of cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held 10:00 am on Wednesday, July 8 at Friendship Cemetery Friendship TN with Bro. Jimmy Clendenin officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery. Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Grave side service JUL 8. 10:00 AM (CT) Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034

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Florence Inez Webb

April 20, 1945 – July 05, 2020

Florence Inez Webb age 75, of Ripley passed away Sunday, July 5, 2020. Florence was born April 20, 1945 in Mississippi. She is the daughter of the late Ruth Blakley. Florence was preceded in death by her husband James H. Webb. She is survived by two daughters: Liz Webb and Cynthia White both of Ripley, TN, and two sons: Jimmy and Scottie Webb of Ripley, TN and one sister Mary Burse of Halls, TN. Florence also leaves nine grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

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Carolyn Ann Wood

September 08, 1954 – July 04, 2020

Carolyn Ann Wood, age 65, of Dyer Co. passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020. Carolyn was born September 8, 1954 in Lake County, TN. She is the daughter of the late Ernest and the late McNeva Willis Davis. Carolyn is survived by two daughters: Tabatha Chandler of Dyersburg, TN and Teresa McDonald of Humbolt, TN, and two sons: Charles Warden of Ripley, TN and Keith Duncan of Halls, TN. Carolyn was preceded in death by two sisters, Brenda Andrews and Wanda Fay Turner, and one Brother, Jerry Turner. She also leaves behind her fiance', Terry Coburn and six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, July 7 at Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN with Bro. Jack Goad officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 7 from 10:30 a.m. till 12:30 p.m. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Visitation JUL 7. 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 7. 12:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Martha Lou Thornton Siddens

October 23, 1937 – July 03, 2020

Martha Lou Thornton Siddens, 82, of Sumner, GA, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2020 at Legacy Village in Tifton, GA.

Martha was born on October 23, 1937, in Bonicord, TN, to the late Raymond and Effie Lou McCanless Thornton. She was a member of Sylvester Church of Christ in Sylvester, GA and was a former member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ. Martha was an avid member of the Dyersburg High School Band Boosters and a member of of the Red Hat Society, along with many of her closest friends. She was retired from retail sales and loved travelling, arts and crafts.

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Joe Marshall Moody, M.D.

August 03, 1924 – July 03, 2020

Joe Marshall Moody, M.D. went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2020. He passed away peacefully at home, in College Station, Brazos County, Texas, with his wife and daughter by his side. He was born at home in Dyersburg, Dyer County, Tennessee, on August 3, 1924, to Dr. Alexander Harris Moody and Mary “Madie” Madison Tipton Moody. As the youngest child, he grew up with one sister and three brothers, and attended local Dyersburg schools. By profession of faith, in the Lord Jesus Christ, he was baptized at the First Baptist Church of Dyersburg at age eleven on May 12, 1935. After graduating high school in 1942, he attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville for pre-med and after 3 years, entered medical school at The University of Tennessee at Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee. He married his high school sweetheart, Nan Vaughn, on September 23, 1945. After graduating medical school in 1947, he was an intern at Wayne County General Hospital in Eloise, Michigan. In July 1949, he practiced general medicine for two years with his brother in Dyersburg, Tennessee.

On September 1, 1951, he joined the US Army Medical Corps as a 1ST Lieutenant. He was stationed at Fort Gordon, Augusta, Georgia, and was sent to Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. Soon after, he was deployed to Korea, where he served as a Medical Officer General during the Korean War. He returned to the United States with an honorable discharge in August 1953. He received the Combat Medical Badge, the Bronze Star Metal, and other military awards.

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Joan Hollis Green

June 20, 1944 – July 01, 2020

Joan Hollis Green, 76, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at her residence.

Joan was born on June 20, 1944, in Cloverdale, TN, to the late Hayden and Willie Ophelia Rainey Cunningham. She was a homemaker and was a volunteer at Parkview Hospital. Joan was a member of Holy Hills Baptist Church and a member of the Ridgely Senior Citizens.

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Lorene Alumbaugh Lynn

February 20, 1925 – July 01, 2020

Lorene Alumbaugh Lynn, 95, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Lorene was born on February 20, 1925, in Washington, MO to the late Charles and Nora Martin Alumbaugh. She was a retired supervisor with Dyersburg Fabrics and also retired from Wal-Mart after 22 years. Lorene was a member of First Baptist Church.

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Sarah Elizabeth Gevaert

January 04, 1978 – June 30, 2020

Sarah Elizabeth Gevaert, age 42, of Ripley passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at her home in Ripley TN. Sarah was born January 4, 1978 in St Joe, IN. She is the daughter of Dan Gevaert of South Bend IN. Sarah was preceded in death her mother, Shirley Bittle, and a brother, Brandon Gevaert. No services to be announced.

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David Maurice Mcclain

November 25, 1955 – June 30, 2020

David Maurice McClain, 64, of Union City, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Baptist Hospital in Union City.

David was born on November 25, 1955, in Chicago, IL to Phyllis Heffron McClain and the late Maurice McClain. He was a truck driver for Helena Chemical and was a former private pilot. David worked for 8 years as a Corporal for the Lake County Correctional Facility and used to work with his father in the Maurice McClain Inc. Wholesale Meats. He enjoyed duck hunting, fishing and beekeeping.

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John Russell Jowers

July 05, 1983 – June 29, 2020

John Russell Jowers, 36, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville after a lengthy illness.

He was born on July 5, 1983, to Sylvia and James Jowers. John attended Dyersburg City Schools, where his parents were teachers. He excelled in academics and sports and was active in First Baptist Church. At Dyersburg High School, he was an honor student and lettered in soccer, football, and wrestling. Soccer became his life - as a player and a coach. In high school he earned "All-State" designation in soccer and broke school kicking records in football. He later coached both boys' and girls' varsity soccer at Dyer County High School and Dyersburg High School, taking the Dyersburg Men's Team to state three years. John loved his players, and they loved him for his patience and teaching skills. John also bonded with his fellow coaches.

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Kathleen Yates

September 27, 1943 – June 28, 2020

Kathleen Yates, 76, of Tiptonville, TN passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

Kathleen was born on September 27, 1943, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Woody and Mary Lou Wallace Cook. She was a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ, President of the Tiptonville Women's Club and started the Lake County Just Say No Program. Kathleen was dedicated to the Lake County Relay for Life and a member of the Eastern Star. She loved her flowers, took pride in her yard and was a skilled seamstress, who made beautiful clothing for her grandchildren. Kathleen was a homemaker and dedicated her life to her husband and her three sons.

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Nathaniel Ray Morris

December 10, 1925 – June 27, 2020

Nathaniel Ray Morris, 94, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at his residence.

Nathaniel was born on December 10, 1925, in Troy, North Carolina. He was a retired Senior Chief with the United States Navy, proudly serving his country during World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War. Nathaniel was also the street maintenance supervisor for Chula Vista, California.

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Effie Lou Binkley

January 13, 1929 – June 26, 2020

Effie Lou Bolding Binkley of Bruceville passed away June 26, 2020 at Harborview Nursing Home. She was born January 13, 1929 in Bonicord, TN to James H. Bolding and Minnie Ball Bolding. She is pre-deceased by her parents, her husband of 52 years Colman L. Binkley, her sister Wylodean Bolding Redmond and two children Terry Jay Binkley and Carol Ann Davidson and a grandson Derek Binkley. She is survived by a son Loyd Binkley and a daughter Kathy George of Dyersburg as well as 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She graduated from Dyersburg High School in 1946 and taught at Fowlkes Elementary for several years. She helped her husband farm and in her later years was an employee of J&W Drug Store and Methodist Hospital of Dyersburg as a pharmacy technician. She is a past member of Beech Grove Baptist Church and an inactive member of West Side Baptist Church in Halls TN. She is remembered as hard working since she was the daughter of a farmer and the wife of a farmer. She spent many hours in the fields and was a master of cooking, canning and sewing. She loved flowers and was often teased that she could just throw flowers out in the yard and they would grow. She cooked many Sunday chicken dinner for the preachers of our church! Her family was blessed by her limitless generosity. At the nursing home, she was often seen by the staff helping other residents find their way to the dinning room or pushing them if they were in a wheelchair. She loved to read novels and particularly scripture and religious books although she also loved history. All arrangements are private.

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Jerry Mac Osborne

April 15, 1936 – June 26, 2020

Jerry Mac Osborne, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at his residence.

Jerry was born on April 15, 1936, in Trenton, TN, to the late Red and Georgia Parlow Osborne. He was a general manager for Superior Fireplace Company and was a member of Southside Baptist Church.

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Cynthia Lea Baker

May 30, 1966 – June 25, 2020

Cynthia Lea Baker, 54, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at her residence.

Cynthia was born on May 30, 1966, in Farmington, MO, to the late James and Dortha Lovins Crafton. She was a homemaker.

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Tommye Fisher Davis

April 15, 1931 – June 24, 2020

Ms. Tommye Fisher Davis age 89, of Halls, passed away on June 24, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Hall Latham and the late Sarah Clancey. Ms. Tommye was a member of the Halls First Baptist Church and a longtime business woman of Halls. She owned and operated Fisher's Supermarket for over 19 years. Ms. Tommye retired in 1995, following the death of her husband, Aaron. She is survived by her son: Ronnie (Pam) Fisher of Halls, a sister; Patsye Massie of Dyersburg, grandchildren; Allison (Daniel) Witherington and Anthony (Nicki) Fisher. Ms. Tommye also is survived by four great grandchildren and a special companion, Sam Burroughs. She was preceded in death by her husbands: Aaron Fisher and Beecher Davis; a sister, Peggy Hamrick and a brother, Richard Clancey. Services will be held on June 27, 2020 at the Halls First Baptist Church. Visitation will start at 2:00pm. until service time at 4:00pm. Bro. Dean Wallace and Bro. Bill Phipps will be officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Visitation JUN 27. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Halls First Baptist Church Halls, TN 38040 Service JUN 27. 4:00 PM (CT) Halls First Baptist Church Halls, TN 38040

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Tracey Lynn Lemons

February 24, 1967 – June 24, 2020

Tracey Lynn Lemons, 53, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born February 24, 1967, he is the son of the late Carolyn Barrett Coder and Albert Hayes Lemons. He was disabled.

He is survived by four daughters, Jessica Lemons Thompson of Dyersburg, Fallen Lemons of Nebraska, Shaina Lemons of Dyersburg, Amber Lemons of Dyersburg; one sister, Lana Parker of Dyersburg; two brothers, James Lemons of Newbern, Stacey Lemons of Dyersburg; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

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Elton Thomas Sisk

October 27, 1956 – June 21, 2020

Elton Thomas Sisk, 63, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

Elton was born on October 27, 1956, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Rufus and Eva Smith Sisk. He worked in the maintenance department with the Dyersburg City School System. Elton was a child of God.

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Sylvia Joyce Harris

August 24, 1933 – June 20, 2020

Sylvia Joyce Harris, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at AHC Dyersburg.

Sylvia was born on August 24, 1933, in Decatur County, TN, to the late Robert and Jessie Paschall Wheat. She retired from the Trim Department at Colonial Rubber and was a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church.

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Ruby Maxine Solomon

May 16, 1932 – June 18, 2020

Ruby Maxine Solomon, 88, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Ruby was born on May 16, 1932, in Bolivar, TN, to the late Bill and Myrtle Duncan Lowe. She was a retired seamstress for Henry I. Siegal. Ruby was a member of First Baptist Church Tiptonville, where she was a very active in all church activities.

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Brian Dale Johnson

February 25, 1965 – June 18, 2020

Brian Dale Johnson, 55, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Brian was born on February 25, 1965, in Dyersburg, TN, to Martha Louise Todd Stepp and the late Coyce Johnson. He was a former employee of World Color Press and Poly One.

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Helen Elizabeth Hunt Haynes

May 12, 1919 – June 18, 2020

Helen Elizabeth Hunt Haynes, 101, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Bells Nursing Home.

Helen was born on May 12, 1919, in Tiptonville, TN to the late Lucian and Alice "Middie" Osborne Hunt. She was a retired teacher with the Lake County School System and was a proud member of Tiptonville Presbyterian Church. Helen was an avid golfer and loved to garden. She was a good cook and had the gift of hospitality. Helen was a very active and loving grandparent.

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James A. "Jim" Berry

October 09, 1941 – June 17, 2020

James A. "Jim" Berry, 78, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Jim was born on October 9, 1941, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Albert Eugene and Odem Marie Caldwell Berry. He was an insurance agent with Tigrett & Pennington. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964.

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Janet Buchanan

May 09, 1947 – June 16, 2020

Janet Buchanan, 73, of Martin, died Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville. Born May 9, 1947, she is the daughter of the late Bill and Ruth Opal Walker Connelly. She was a homemaker.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Mac Daniels with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Clarence Monroe "Did" Hays

November 09, 1949 – June 15, 2020

Clarence Monroe "Did" Hays, 70, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2020 at his residence.

Did was born on November 9, 1949, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Oscar and Virginia "Tootsie" Clark Sykes. He was a retired construction worker and was an avid hunter and fisherman. His passion was his family and grandchildren. Did proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he received the Purple Heart Medal.

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James Earl Williams

December 28, 1943 – June 14, 2020

James Earl Williams, 76, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on June 14, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

James was born on December 28, 1943, in Memphis, TN, to the late Earl John Williams and Cora D. Crouson Williams. He was a retired Riverboat Captain for Ingram Barge Company. James proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps.

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Heather Wilson Atkins

December 11, 1970 – June 14, 2020

Heather Wilson Atkins, 49, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, June 14, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born December 11, 1970, she was the daughter of the late Eddie Wilson and Sandy Wilson.

Heather is survived by her two children, Hailey Atkins, Clifford “Trey” Atkins, III (Brooklyn), both of Dyersburg; four grandchildren, Kennedy Leanne Atkins, Clifford Kade Michael Atkins, Clayton Cooper Vires, Braelyn DeShawn Bolan; her aunt, Trenna Kemp of Dyersburg; and her uncle Murray Kemp of Lawrenceburg.

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Martha L. Crunk

November 26, 1929 – June 12, 2020

Martha L. Crunk, 90, of Buchanan, MI, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away late on Friday, June 12, 2020 at home with her family by her side. A celebration of life gathering will be held from 6-8 pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Swem Chapel, 301 W. Front St., Buchanan, MI. A graveside Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 19, 2020 at Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. Memorial contributions may be made to the Area Agency on Aging or Redbud Area Ministries. Martha was born on November 26, 1929, to Cecil and Beulah Simpson in Finley, Tennessee. She married at a young age and subsequently relocated to Buchanan, Michigan where she spent the rest of her years. She worked locally as a Pawating Hospital dietitian, a switchboard phone operator, and was a Lineman's Assistant in Puerto Rico. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing, crocheting, selling at local flea markets, and occasional bingo. Her favorite activity of all was spending time with family and friends. Martha is survived by 4 grandchildren, Stacey (Boeve) Cook, Todd Boeve, Troy Vaughn, and Beverly (Seratt) Burton); eight great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen J Crunk, her daughter; Patsy Wizner; her son, James Seratt; a grandson, James Seratt, and all of her siblings. We are privileged and honored to serve the Crunk family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

Graveside Service Friday, June 19th, 2020 01:00 pm Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024

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Judith Ann Adams

January 25, 1939 – June 11, 2020

Judith Adams, age 81, of Halls, TN passed away Thursday, June 11, 2020. She was born January 25, 1939 in Chicago, IL and is the daughter of the late Melvin Kingston and the late Charlotte (Swanson) Saathoff. She was a Homemaker. Judith is survived by three daughters: Tammy Adams of Woodstock, IL, Judy Freeze of Phoenix, AZ and Debbie Quinnett of McHenry, IL, and two sons: Gary Adams of Cary, IL and Greg Adams of Palatine, IL. She was preceded in death by her husband, of over 50 years, Finis Eugene Adams and a daughter, Jenny Ann Staell. Judith also leaves behind fifteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 1:00 pm on Sunday, June 14 at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Church Rd., Halls, TN with Dr. Johnnie Welch officiating. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com Previous Events Grave side service JUN 14. 1:00 PM (CT) Poplar Grove Cemetery Halls, TN

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Peggy Wright Burrus

May 08, 1935 – June 11, 2020

Peggy Wright Burrus, 85, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Signature Healthcare in Ridgely.

Peggy was born on May 8, 1935, in Hornbeak, TN, to the late James Richard Cashon and the late Lois Jackson Cashon. She was a homemaker and formerly owned the Yankapin Gift Shop in Samburg. Peggy was a member of First United Methodist Church in Tiptonville and was also one of the original founding members of the Reelfoot Arts & Crafts Festival. Peggy and her late husband were avid antique collectors.

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Clyde Calvin Asher

September 16, 1932 – June 11, 2020

Clyde Calvin Asher, 87, of Van Buren, MO, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at his residence.

Clyde was born on September 16, 1932, in Gladden, MO, to the late Jackson and Lillian Prater Asher. He was a retired heavy construction worker. Clyde loved horses, fishing and hunting. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army.

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Bonita G. Burse

September 12, 1962 – June 10, 2020

Bonita Burse, age 57, of Dyersburg passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020. Bonita was born September 12, 1962 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Roy and the late Eva Lee (Lynch) Hilliard Jr. Bonita worked as a Unit coordinator for Baptist East. She is survived by her husband: David Burse of Dyersburg, TN; one sister Tammy (Mike) Reed of Ripley, TN and a Half Sister, Linda Lancaster of Halls, TN and a Half Brother, Ron (Charlotte) Hilliard of Dyersburg, TN; Bonita also leaves behind three nephews Justin Nelson of Halls, TN, Aaron Nelson of Austin, TX and Bryant Nelson of Dyersburg, TN and two Great Nephews, Adam Nelson of Ripley, TN and Buck Nelson of Dyersburg, TN. Bonita was preceded in death by a sister, Kathy Schneider and a Half Sister, Debbie Danelz.

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Joan M. Fisher

March 28, 1932 – June 10, 2020

Joan M. Fisher, 88, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Joan was born on March 28, 1932, in Cairo, IL, to the late Paul and Anna Fischer Martin. She enjoyed various needle work, crocheting and reading. Joan was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, where she served as a former member of the Holy Angels Pastoral Council. She was a former board member of the Dream Factory of Dyersburg and also a former board member of Dyer County Lifeline Blood Services.

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Janet Lineberry Brown

January 30, 1949 – June 10, 2020

Mrs. Janet Lineberry Brown, of Finley, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at her residence. She was born January 30, 1949 to the late R.C. & Rebecca White Lineberry. She was a member of Finley Baptist Church and was the owner of Country Folks Cleaning Co for many years. She will always be remembered for her love of caring for others. She was active in many community fundraisers for the Finley Fire Dept. and other charities and a church camp volunteer. She enjoyed cooking huge meals for family and friends, camping and most of all, conversation.

She is survived by her husband, Eddie Brown, her children, Cliff Pruitt, Angela Matlock, Josh Brown, Darren Brown and Cathy Brown Pittman, her sisters, Debra Junior & Tammy Hurt. She was "Nana or Neena" to her five grandchildren, many beloved great-grandchildren and cherished nieces & nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, R.C. & Rebecca Lineberry, her brothers, Roger, Dwight & Rocky Lineberry and her sister, Sharon Carroll. She and Eddie also opened their home to host two exchange students from Poland.

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Hazel Free

November 18, 1919 – June 09, 2020

Hazel Free, 100, of Finley died Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born November 18, 1919, she was the daughter of the late John and Esther Fluty. She was retired from Heckethorn Manufacturing Company.

Mrs. Free is survived by three grandchildren, Kim Bennett (Rick) of Southhaven, MS; Merribeth Free Myers (Jason) of Dyersburg; Nicol Free Slone (Ben) of Tullahoma; four great-grandchildren, Tori Beth Myers, Bethany Bennett, Zoey Paige Slone, Charlie Bennett; and her daughter in law, Janet Free of Dyersburg.

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Linda Sanderson

November 01, 1948 – June 07, 2020

Linda Sue Turnbow Sanderson, 71, of San Antonio, TX, formerly of Dyersburg, died Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, TX. Born November 1, 1948, she is the daughter of the late Arthur Felix and Mildred Louise Palmer Turnbow. She was a retired nurse, working at Parkview Hospital and Parkview Convalescent.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Shannon Saliba with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Christy Denise Spoon

December 09, 1971 – June 06, 2020

Christy Denise Spoon, age 48, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2020 at her residence.

Christy was born on December 9, 1971 to the late Johnny and Sue Dean Ray. She was a secretary for General Appliance & Furniture Co. Christy attended First United Methodist Church where she served in the nursery for more than 20 years.

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Thomas Theo Smith

February 02, 1964 – June 05, 2020

Thomas Theo Smith, age 56, of Henning passed away Friday June 5, 2020. Thomas was born February 2, 1964 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late James Theo Smith and the late Mary Faye (Hopper) Malone. Thomas served in the Army and later worked as a farm employee, he also loved to hunt and fish. He is survived by one sister: Sandra (Eddie) Luckett of Springhill, LA and one brother: Eddie (Cindy) Kirkpatrick of Ripley, TN. Predeceased by his Brother, Floyd Ross. Thomas also leaves behind several aunts and uncles and numerous cousins and friends. A graveside service will be held 4:00 pm on Monday, June 8, at Lightfoot Cemetery, Jack Caldwell Rd. Ripley, TN with Bro. Jim Peyton officiating. Previous Events Grave side service JUN 8. 4:00 PM (CT) Light Foot Cemetery Ripley, TN

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Leamon Atwood Pennington

June 28, 1930 – June 05, 2020

Leamon Atwood Pennington, Sr, age 89, of Ripley passed away Friday, June 5, 2020. Mr. Pennington was born June 28, 1930 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late R.H. and the late Ada (Heathcott) Pennington. He was a retired street superintendent for Ripley Public Works. He is survived by his wife of 68 years Mary Evelyn (Spray) Pennington. He also leaves 3 daughters Sandra Holland, Denise (Terry) Caviness and Susan (Clay) Pittman all of Ripley. Mr. Leamon leaves a son Steve Pennington of Ripley. He also leaves 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren and 7 great great-grandchildren and one on the way. He was preceded in death by a son Leamon Atwood (Bimbo) Pennington Jr. and a sister Bettye Joyce Smith. The funeral will be held on Monday June 8,2020 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro Steve Pennington officiating. Burial will be in Pennington Family Cemetery, Ripley. Calling hours will be Sunday, June 7 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Pennington Family Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation JUN 7. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUN 8. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Mary Thelma Countess

September 12, 1925 – June 05, 2020

Mary Thelma Countess, age 94, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Friday, June 5, 2020 at West TN Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Thelma was born on September 12, 1925 to the late Cassie and Nannie Grace Bledsoe Richardson. She was a graduate of Dyersburg High School and Bethel College. Thelma was a retired teacher and librarian for the Dyer County School System. She attended church at Hillcrest Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School and sang in the church choir. Thelma was also very active in the Dyersburg Little Theatre. She loved to travel, read and crochet.

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Yvonne Rice Graves

July 18, 1937 – June 04, 2020

Yvonne Rice Graves, 83, of Bonicord, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Maplewood Healthcare Center in Jackson.

Yvonne was born on July 18, 1937, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Lonnie and Margaret Griffin Rice. She was a supply clerk for Methodist Home Health. Yvonne was a Baptist by faith.

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Dallas Edgar Stacks, Jr.

March 07, 1947 – June 03, 2020

Dallas Edgar Stacks, Jr., 73, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at his residence.

Dallas was born on March 7, 1947, in Crawfordsville, AR, to the late Dallas, Sr. and Susie Baskin Stacks. He was a retired stockman for Yates Hardware and was a Baptist by faith. Dallas proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

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Julia Ann Henley

June 08, 1942 – June 03, 2020

Julia "Judy" Ann Henley, 77, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Judy was born on June 8, 1942, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late George and Robbie Sue Blakley Bryant. She was a retired cashier at Kroger and was a housewife.

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Joy Belle Walker

September 16, 1931 – June 01, 2020

Joy Belle (Johnston) Walker, a long-time resident of Dyersburg, TN, died Monday, June 1, 2020 at Harborview Health Systems of Dyersburg.

Joy was born on September 16, 1931, in Savannah, TN, to the late Loranzie and Stella Wolfe Johnston. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren affectionately knew Mrs. Walker as "Momma Joy." Her nickname took hold, and she quickly became known by her descriptive name by all who knew and loved her. As a mother, she was a spiritual role model, living her faith, being prayerful and joyful, even as she faced illness. She shared joy and kindness freely, as those who ever spent time with her will attest. She loved her Lord, her husband, and her family, and was happiest when in their midst.

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