Mildred Manion Long

June 10, 1929 – December 18, 2019

Mildred Long, 90, of Wynnburg, TN, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Mildred was born on June 10, 1929, in Wynnburg, TN, to the late Tommy and Nell Rhodes Manion. She was a retired employee with the United States Post Office and was also a former school teacher at Keefe and Phillipy Schools. Mildred was a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church. She and her husband loved to travel.

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Joseph "Marty" Martin Swafford

June 22, 1962 – December 18, 2019

Joseph "Marty" Martin Swafford, 57, of Henderson, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Marty was born on June 22, 1962, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Joe Swafford and Jerry Simmons. He worked in the maintenance department for the Dana Corporation in Humboldt. Marty proudly served his country in the United States Navy as an Aviation Electrician and Air Crewman.

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Alison McCutchen

June 17, 1955 – December 16, 2019

Alison McCutchen, 64, of Dyersburg, died Monday, December 16, 2019 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. Born June 17, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Eunice Perry Taylor. She was co-owner of Dyersburg Trophy and Trophy Tans.

Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 22, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner.

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Bill Blakley

October 07, 1927 – December 15, 2019

William Bill Blakley, age 92, of Halls passed away Sunday, December 15, 2019.Bill was born October 7, 1927 in Lake County, TN. He is the son of the late Frank and the late Pearl (Blackwell) Blakley. Bill was a retired farmer. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Thelma (Baker) Blakley three sons: Rodney "Michelle" Blakley of Ripley, TN, Mike (Charlene) Blakley of Ripley, TN and Ed "Charlotte" Blakley of Dyersburg, TN and a daughter-in-law Cindy Blakley and BJ Colvett. Bill also leaves 14 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren. Bill was preceded in death by three daughters Darlene Blakley, Betty Reynolds and Louise Eaton and one son, Jimmy Dale Blakley. Two sisters, Leona Gray and Dutch Williams, three Brothers Thomas Blakley, Buck Blakley, and Jack Blakley. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 18 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St, Halls, TN with Bro. Don Williams officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 17 from 4pm until 7pm. at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 17. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 18. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Jean Palmer

July 01, 1933 – December 15, 2019

Thelma Jean Palmer, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at her residence.

Jean was born on July 1, 1933, in Camden, TN, to the late C.W. Pitts, Sr. and the late Arie Baker Adylotte. She was a retired cosmetologist and a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ. Jean was a member of Dyersburg Women's Club, DSCC Choral Society and the Dyersburg Senior Citizens. She was also members of the Red Hats, XYZ's, Keen-Agers and the FCE Club. For 60 years, Jean was a member of the Order of Eastern Star.

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Betty Ruth Downing

November 15, 1930 – December 13, 2019

Betty Ruth Downing, 89, of Martin, TN, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Union City Nursing & Rehab.

Betty was born on November 15, 1930, in Trenton, TN, to the late William Noah Howell and the late Lissie Burns Howell. She was a retired nurse with Northwest Correctional Complex and she was also a former teacher. Betty was a member of First Baptist Church in Tiptonville and was a member of the Eastern Star.

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Ethel Mamie Davis

May 03, 1936 – December 13, 2019

Ethel M. Davis, 83, of Ridgely died Friday, December 13, 2019 at The Bridge of Ridgely. Born May 3, 1936 she was the daughter of the late Holly Richard and Vinia Dowdy Robinson. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2019 in New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely with Brother Clayton Mahan officiating.

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Mr. James Fitzhugh

April 12, 1935 – December 12, 2019

James Fitzhugh, age 84, of Halls, TN passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019. James was born April 12, 1935 in Halls, TN and is the son of the late Leonard and Mary (Goodman) Fitzhugh. James Fitzhugh was also preceded in death by his wife, Doris Fitzhugh. He was employed as a Security Guard. He is survived by one brother, Bud Fitzhugh of Halls; and his nephew, Scott Fitzhugh of Gates, TN. Halls Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements. (731) 836 - 7111.

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Kevin Norman

March 09, 1961 – December 11, 2019

Lewis “Kevin” Norman, 58, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at his residence. Born March 9, 1961, he is the son of the late Lewis Norman and Jo Nell Smith Norman. Kevin was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church. He was a long time employee at Dyersburg Fabrics and currently worked at PolyOne.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 14, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Mike Hickman with interment to follow in Oakridge Cemetery in Kennett, MO.

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Roy Lee Etheridge

July 04, 1953 – December 11, 2019

Roy Lee Etheridge, 66, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born July 4, 1953, he was the son of the late Thomas Lee and Louise Strickland Etheridge. He was a former employee of the Dairy Queen.

Memorial visitation for Mr. Etheridge will be Sunday, December 15, 2019 from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Curry Funeral Home.

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David A. Wood

December 09, 2019

David A. Wood, 72, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, formerly of Dyersburg, Tennessee passed away Monday, December 9, 2019 in Fort Walton Beach Florida.

David was born in Dyersburg in 1947, to the late William and Daisie Wood. He worked for Modern Woodmen of America for many years before his retirement. As District Manager, he received many awards and accolades. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church. He had a passion for playing golf (anytime, anywhere), Tennessee Vols, fishing, reading about sports heroes, spending the day at the beach, traveling and making friends wherever he went.

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Bobby Woodrow Lambert

October 25, 1937 – December 07, 2019

Bobby Woodrow Lambert, 82, of Fowlkes, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Harborview of Dyersburg.

Bobby was born on October 25, 1937, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Woodrow Wilson Lambert and the late Ima Jean Christine Miller Lambert. He was retired from the Gas Department with the City of Dyersburg and was a member of Church Grove Baptist Church. Bobby proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and the Tennessee Army National Guard.

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Etna Palmer

August 06, 1925 – December 07, 2019

Etna Palmer, 94, of Lynchburg, VA, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Guggenheimer Health & Rehab in Lynchburg, VA. Born August 6, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Lonnie B. and Clara Elizabeth King Asbridge. She was an active member of the Northside Church of Christ of Dyersburg. She was a homemaker.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Brother Don McCaslin and Brother Rick Willis.

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Walter Louis Clendenin

February 19, 1928 – December 06, 2019

Walter Louis Clendenin, age 91, of Halls passed away Friday, December 6, 2019 in Lake County, TN. Walter was born February 19, 1928 in, Hardeman county TN. He is the son of the late Walter Franklin and the late Esley Opal (Hammers) Clendenin. He is survived by two daughters: Kay McClain of Dyersburg, TN and Charlotte Duncan of Linden, TN, and one son: Tony Clendenin of Dyersburg, TN. Walter was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Helen Webb and a Son, Joe Clendenin, and two daughters, Sandra Roberts, and Darlene Wilson. He also leaves 16 grandchildren,30 great- grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren. Grave side service will be held in Gates Cemetery, on Monday, December 9 at 11:30 am. With Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Calling hours will be Monday, December 9 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St.,Halls,Tn. . Cemetery Details Gates Cemetery Gates Previous Events Grave side service DEC 9. 11:30 AM (CT) Gates Cemetery Gates Visitation DEC 9. 10:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Nancy Mae Nix

August 31, 1937 – December 06, 2019

Nancy Erwin Nix, age 82, of Ripley passed away Friday, December 6, 2019 .Nancy was born August 31, 1937 in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late Mardis and Ina (Sanders) Erwin. She is survived by two sons: Garry Herron and Marty Herron Both of Ripley, TN and one sister Peggy Gilliewater of Halls, TN and one brother: Thomas Erwin of Friendship, TN. She also leaves 3 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Tommy Nix and two sons, Mike Herron and Kenny Herron. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ron Scott officiating. Burial will be in Green Hill Memorial Gardens.. Calling hours will be Sunday, December 8 from 12:00 Noon untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 8. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 8. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Stoy Ray Slaughter

March 01, 1932 – December 06, 2019

Mr. Stoy Ray Slaughter, age 87, of Dyersburg, TN passed away Friday, December 6, 2019, at his residence in Dyersburg.

Stoy was born on March 1, 1932 to the late J. L. and Lillian Anderson Slaughter. He was a self employed business man. He was involved in real estate, and was former owner of R and S Carpet Sales, and R and S Mobile Home Park. He was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ. He was a US Army veteran of the Korean War where he was a Staff Sgt. He also was a member and past president of the Forked Deer Antique Car Club.

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Miles Morris Shatzer

October 24, 1931 – December 05, 2019

Miles Morris Shatzer, 88, of Dyersburg passed away December 5, 2019 surrounded by his family.

Miles was born October 24, 1931 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Irene Ashcraft Shatzer Newkirk and Charles Maurice Shatzer. Miles spent his early years as a youth in the Little Rock and Fort Smith, Arkansas areas. After entering the University of Mississippi on a ROTC scholarship, Miles graduated in 1953. He proudly served in the United States Navy for three years reaching the rank of Lieutenant.

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Opal Dean Davis

July 09, 1936 – December 03, 2019

Opal Dean Davis, 83, passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 3, after a short stay in the hospital. The last surviving child of Beatrice Ellis and George Wesley Leggett, Sr., she was finally called home to rest with her husband, the late Samuel Chandler "Bugg" Davis, and her seven siblings, Evelyna Clark, Leona Broadstreet, Wesley Leggett, Jr., Billy Leggett, Dorothy Holcomb, Alvis Leggett, and Roy Leggett. To say Ms. Dean was a busy little lady is an understatement! She was a member of New Vision Baptist Church in Halls, TN, the Curve Woodville FCE club, a volunteer at Lauderdale Community Hospital gift shop, visited the Helen Tucker Center and the Jim Causey Memorial Group Home twice a month for crafts and to share homemade baked goods with the residents, and was the long-time Treasurer of the Woodville Cemetery Association. She is survived by two sons, Samuel E. Davis (Lois), Russell L. Davis; one daughter, Emily Davis Griggs (Richard); four grandsons, William Davis (Whitney), Logan Davis (Ryan), Chandler Griggs, and Aiden Griggs; three granddaughters, Alyssa Davis, Madison Davis Crihfield (Corey), and Lindsey Griggs Racine (Stephen); and eight great-grandchildren, Willow Davis, Ronan Davis, Lyra Davis, Emrys Davis, Freyja Davis, Atticus Racine, Eva Racine, and Rhydian Crihfield. Services will be held on Friday, December 6, at 1:00p.m. at the New Vision Baptist Church in Halls, TN. The family will receive friends from 10:00a.m. until service time. Interment will follow in Woodville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to New Vision Baptist Church in Halls. Cemetery Details Woodville Cemetery Previous Events Visitation DEC 6. 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) New Vision Baptist Church 2947 Hwy. 88 W. Halls, TN Service DEC 6. 1:00 PM (CT) New Vision Baptist Church 2947 Hwy. 88 W. Halls, TN

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Bessie Lee Fitzhugh

November 08, 1948 – December 03, 2019

Bessie Lee Fitzhugh, 71, of Dyersburg died Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at her residence. Born November 8, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Eddie and Viola Canada Ables.

The family will host a memorial visitation at Mrs. Fitzhugh residence, 508 Phillips Street, Dyersburg, TN, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December. 14. 2019.

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J B Turnbo

November 12, 1943 – December 02, 2019

J B Turnbo, 76, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

J B was born on November 12, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Claude and Christine Burns Turnbo. He was the owner of Turnbo Electric Heat and Air. J B was also a plumber and a sheet metal fabricator. He was a Baptist by faith.

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Beverly Leigh Perry

May 23, 1961 – December 01, 2019

Beverly Leigh Perry, age 58, of Halls passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019. Born in Chicago,IL., she is the daughter of the late Tommy Lee Moore and Juanita Faye (Luthy) Moore. Beverly is survived by her husband, Ralph Vernon Perry, her mother Juanita Faye (Luthy) Moore and a brother Michael (Angela) Moore of Bell Buckle, TN. She is also survived by a niece, Kera Moore and 2 nephews, Aaron and Nathan Moore. She was an administrative assistant at Hillcrest Baptist Church of Dyersburg, and a member of Springhill Baptist Church. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Friday, December 6 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jeremy Ballinger and Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will follow in Lebanon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, December 5 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls,TN. . Cemetery Details Lebanon Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 5. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 6. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Viola Norene Compton

April 17, 1951 – December 01, 2019

Viola Norene Compton, age 68, of Halls passed away Sunday, December 1, 2019 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Viola was born April 17, 1951 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Edgar Wentworth and the late Martha Lorene (Tims) Vivian. She is survived by one daughter: Mary Long of Jacksonville, FL and Three sons: Ronald Atkeson of Halls, TN, James Atkeson of Jacksonville, FL, Randy Compton of Halls, TN. Sister of one sister: Loretta Humes of Parsons, TN and one brother: Lee Vivian of Big Sandy, TN. Viola was preceded in death by her husband Camby Leroy Compton and a son Allen Atkeson. She also leaves 13 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Wednesday, December 4 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Nate Ozment officiating. Burial will be in Elon Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, December 4 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 3 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Elon Cemetery HALLS, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 3. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 4. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Maudleen Lucille Mckee

May 23, 1928 – November 30, 2019

Maudleen Lucille McKee, 91, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at Harborview Dyersburg.

Maudleen was born on May 23, 1928, in Paducah, KY, to the late Robert and Maude Watkins Trevathan. She was a retired cafeteria worker for the Dyersburg City Schools and was also an accomplished seamstress. Maudleen was a member and Sunday School Teacher at Hillcrest Baptist Church.

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Ruth "Helen" Chitwood

December 31, 1926 – November 30, 2019

Ruth "Helen" Adams Chitwood, 92, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at McKendree Senior Care Facility in Nashville, TN.

Helen was born on December 31, 1926, in Newbern, TN to the late William Cody and Mary Augusta Adams. She worked for dentists Dr. John Talley and Dr. Stan Young until the age of 87 and was a member of the Parr Street Church of Christ.

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Billy Wayne Noel, Jr.

July 10, 1975 – November 28, 2019

Billy Wayne Noel, Jr., 44, of Memphis, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at his mother's residence in Dyersburg, TN.

Billy was born on July 10, 1975, in Dyersburg, TN, to Wanda Thompson Wray and the late Billy Wayne Noel, Sr. He was a software contractor for FedEx and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.

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Dewayne Miller French

July 21, 1965 – November 27, 2019

Dewayne Miller French, age 54, of Dyersburg passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at his home in Dyersburg. Dewayne was born July 21, 1965 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of Jewel Dean (Capps) White and Leo and Betty French. He is survived by three sons: Anthony (Adrian) French, Jonathon Leo French and Joshua Lee French all of Dyersburg, TN. Brother of three sisters: Sherry Lee French of Dyersburg, TN, Jenifer Pierce of Dyersburg, TN and Brandy Doerr of SC, and one brother: Randy (Joan) Leo French of Dyersburg, TN. Dewayne also leaves a step-daughter Lillian Grace Griffin and a companion of many years Christy Renee Rook and two grandchildren Wyatt Kole French and Warren Kee French. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 5 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery. . Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 4 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation DEC 4. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 5 (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Betty Jo Shull

February 20, 1930 – November 27, 2019

Mrs. Betty Jo Shull, age 89, of Ridgely, Tn. passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Betty was born on February 20, 1930 in Ridgely, TN to the late Robert and Ora Rankin Sweatt. She was a retired school teacher of Lake County School System, and a custom seamstress.

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Jimmy Ray “Tex” Young

March 18, 1947 – November 27, 2019

Jimmy Ray "Tex" Young, 72, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at his residence.

Jimmy was born on March 18, 1947, to the late Luther and Norma Gibson Young. He was a retired general labor at Nordyene and a Vietnam Army Veteran. He was also a member of Phillips Church of Christ.

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Raymond McKay Newman

September 22, 1951 – November 26, 2019

Raymond McKay Newman, age 68, of Alamo died Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. McKay was born September 22, 1951 in Ripley, TN. he is the son of the late Raymond Murphy Newman. He is survived by his mother Martha Nell (Queen) Newman, two daughters: Denise (Steven) Gould and Tammy Riley both of Maury City TN, and one son: Jimmy (Sharon) Riley of Alamo, TN. Brother of three sisters: Katherine Meadows of Ripley, TN, Susan Newman Scearce of Clarksville, TN and Lisa Dunham of Gates, TN, and one brother: Clay Newman of Halls, TN. He also leaves 7 grandchildren Austin Riley, Jacob Riley, Cody Holley, Kassidy Riley Jonah Gould, Joseph Gould and Stephanie Ripley and 1 great-grandchild due in February 2020. McKay was preceded in death by his wife Sherri Salerno and a brother Todd Newman. He was a member of Maury City First Baptist Church. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, November 29 at Maury City First Baptist Church, 374 Broadway St, Maury City, TN with Bro. Mike Waddy officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, November 29 from 11:00 am. until service time at Maury City First Baptist Church. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 29. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Baptist Church 52 College St. Maury City, TN Service NOV 29. 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Baptist Church 52 College St. Maury City, TN

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Lillian "Sis" Mcpherson Parrish

September 28, 1925 – November 23, 2019

Mrs. Lillian "Sis" McPherson Parrish, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019 at her residence.

Mrs. Parrish was born September 28, 1925 to the late Pheraba and Robert McPherson. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ and retired from the Dyersburg High School Cafeteria.

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Robert Dale Riddick

April 12, 1956 – November 21, 2019

Robert "Redneck" Riddick, age 63 of Ripley, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019. He is the son of the late Bobby Gene and the late Carolyn Ann Riddick. He is the husband of Sherry Prater Riddick. Robert was a factory employee of Anderson-Hickey for many years. Funeral service will be Monday, November 25, 2019 at 2PM with a visitation to begin at 11AM until the time of service all at Halls Funeral Home with Bro. Rocky Gilliam officiating. Burial will follow at Floyds Chapel Cemetery. Along with his wife, Mr. Riddick is also survived by one son, Chad Riddick of Halls; two daughters, Jessica Hatley of Halls and Bobbie McPeak of Ripley; and six granddaughters, Chelsea, Brooke, MaKayla, and Makinley Hatley, and Carlee and Whitlee Riddick. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111. Cemetery Details Floyd's Chapel Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 25. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 25. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Donald Hicks Orr

September 11, 1937 – November 21, 2019

Donald Hicks Orr, 82, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at Oakwood Community Living Center.

Don was born on September 11, 1937, in Bruceton, TN, to the late, D.B. and Brenda Hicks Orr. He graduated from Bruceton High School and went to the University of Wyoming on a football scholarship. Don is in the Carroll County Hall of Fame and the UW Hall of Fame. He received his Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management at UW and his Master's Degree at LSU. Don worked for the TWRA for a few years and then with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife as a Biologist, where he worked for over 30 years, retiring from the Memphis Office in 2005. He loved his work and everyone who shared his love of wildlife and the outdoors.

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Peggy Sue Burns Davis

January 01, 1944 – November 21, 2019

Peggy Sue Burns Davis, 75, of Finley, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Peggy was born on January 1, 1944, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Elmer and Eula Anderson Burns. She was a homemaker and a member of Church of Jesus Christ.

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Edgar Allen Tippit

January 30, 1975 – November 20, 2019

Edgar Allen Tippit, 44, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at his residence.

Allen was born on January 30, 1975, in Dyersburg, TN, to Howard and Susan Yates Tippit. He was the owner of Tippit Lawn Care Service and was a member of Abundant Life Fellowship Church. Allen was an avid hunter, fisherman and loved riding his motorcycle with friends. He was truly a servant to others and to the Lord and loved his family dearly.

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Joel Thomas White

November 19, 1927 – November 18, 2019

Joel Thomas White, 91, of Finley, TN, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Joel was born on November 19, 1927, in Finley, TN, to the late, Robert M. and Lena Crawley White. He retired with the maintenance department for Republic Builders and he also worked at Sylvania for many years. Joel was a member and usher at Finley United Methodist Church. He proudly served his country during WWII in the United States Navy.

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Charles Woodard Graham

December 21, 1942 – November 18, 2019

Charles Woodard Graham, 76, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

Charles was born on December 21, 1942, in Memphis, TN, to the late, Harry and Frances Woodard Graham. He was a retired Master Sergeant with the United States Army, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. Charles had also retired from Northwest Correctional Facility. He was a member of Willingham Baptist Church, he was a Mason; an avid hunter, fisherman and storyteller.

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Richard Inlow Wright

August 26, 1949 – November 14, 2019

Richard Inlow Wright, age 70, of Halls passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019. Richard was born August 26, 1949 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late John Tarrant and the late Mabel (Inlow) Wright. He is survived by one daughter: Jenny (Ricky Joe) McWilliams of Halls, TN; Brother of two sisters: Jo Wynne McMurry of Tipton County, TN and Frankie Dan Pierce of Athens, TN, and two brothers: Johnny Wright of Paducah, KY and Tommy Wright of Columbus, OH. Richard also leaves two grandchildren Lizzy and Elley McWilliams. He was a1967 graduate of Lake County High School. A celebration of life service will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 24 at Chisholm Lake Store, 23 Chisholm Lake Camp Rd, Ripley, TN with Bro. Don Carver officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that memorial donations be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation( jdrf.org), Epilepsy Foundation (epilepsy.com) and Halls First United Methodist Church Van Fund. Previous Events Celebration of Life NOV 24. 2:00 PM (CT) Chishlom Lake Store 23 Chishlom Lake Camp Rd. Ripley , TN 38063

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Debbie Kay Cariker

October 09, 1959 – November 14, 2019

Debbie Kay Cariker, 60, of Lakeland, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.

Debbie was born on October 9, 1959, in Lake Station, IN, to the late, George "Pete" Hampton and the late Delois Ann Taylor Duncan. She was a homemaker and was a former member of First Presbyterian Church in Dyersburg.

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Betty Yarbro Rickert

January 08, 1924 – November 14, 2019

Betty Yarbro Rickert, 95, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 14, 2019 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born January 8, 1924, she is the daughter of the late Thomas Elisha and Ethel Pierce Yarbro. She was a member of First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Sellers Sunday School Class and a retired insurance clerk at Dyersburg Fabrics. In 1942, she worked at the Dyersburg Army Air Base and many years at Rhea Wholesale. Her family was blessed to learn many valuable life lessons from her during her 95 years, among them: help others in any and every way you can and share your love of baking with them. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, November 17, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday, November 16th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. She is survived by her brother, John T. Yarbro (Yvonne) of Dyersburg; step-daughter, Patricia Rickert Carroll (Mike) of Vero Beach, FL; her special niece, Linda Burnett (Alvin) of Newbern; and a host of nieces and nephews. Her nephews, Dent Yarbro, Jeff Holt, Roger White, David White, Tommy Tucker and Scott Tucker will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Sellers Sunday Class members, Mike Tucker, Henry Tucker and Steve Holt. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph H. Rickert (9/6/99); six sisters, Mabel Yarbro, Stella B. Holt, Ebalee Yarbro Tucker, Jessie Jane Yarbro “Tootie” Williams, Judy Yarbro White, Mary Ruth Yarbro Gay; and four brothers, Mike Yarbro, Thomas I. Yarbro, George W. Yarbro and James Earkett Yarbro. The family requests memorials be directed to Dyersburg First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. We are privileged and honored to serve the Rickert family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

Visitation Saturday, November 16th, 2019 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home - Dyersburg 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, November 17th, 2019 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Charles Ray Thomas

June 22, 1956 – November 12, 2019

Charles Ray Thomas, age 63, of Halls passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019. Charles was born June 22, 1956 in Chicago, IL. He is the son of the late Roy Lloyd and the late Lula Bell (Sutton) Thomas. He was a carpenter. He is survived by his wife: Loretta Lynn (Pool) Thomas and a daughter: Felicia (Clayton) Warren of Gates, TN. Charles also leaves two sisters Shirley Freeman of Halls, TN and Sandra Lambert of Rankin, IL. He also leaves two grandchildren Rileigh Kate Warren and Mason Ray Warren. Charles was preceded in death by his brother James Hunt. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 16 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro Houston Sills officiating. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 16 from 11am till service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Family has asked donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Previous Events Visitation NOV 16. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 16. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Jeannie Loretta Hunter

July 21, 1960 – November 11, 2019

Jeannie Loretta Hunter, age 59, of Union City died Monday, November 11, 2019 at her home. She was born July 21,1960 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Bobby and Shirlon (Terry) Godwin. She is survived by one daughter: Blair Hunter and one son Shawn Hunter both of Dyersburg, TN. Jeannie is also survived by a sister Diana Godwin of Dyersburg, TN and one brother: Ronnie Godwin of Dyersburg, TN. Jeannie also leaves five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Vickie Aquino. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 14 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday, November 14 from 12pm until 1pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation NOV 14. 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 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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Jennifer Ashley Turner

February 27, 1984 – November 10, 2019

Jennifer Ashley Turner, our sweet angel, was born on Feb. 27, 1984 and left us on November 10, 2019. She was a loving mother to Abigail (15) and Ethan (9).

Tuesday, November 6th she was blessed enough to attend a very special concert with her mother and cousin Melissa by being able to see Elton John. Those 3 days were the best we shared in years. Thank you, God, for that favor.

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Debra Ann Asbridge

October 21, 1953 – November 10, 2019

Debra Ann Asbridge, age 66 of Dyersburg passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Harborview of Dyersburg.

Debra was born on October 21, 1953 in Chicago, IL to the late August Buwalda and Flossie Dell Robertson. She was a retired LPN at the Parkview Connvalesent Unit and a former hotel manager for Motel 6.

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William "Earl" Ables

October 29, 1928 – November 10, 2019

William Earl Ables, 91, of Dyersburg, died November 10, 2019 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living. Born October 29, 1928, he is the son of the late William Oscar and Mary Etta Cain Ables and step-father, Palmer Ables. He was a member of First Baptist Church where he was a member of Buck Tarpleys Life Group. Mr. Ables proudly served his country in the Air Force. He was a life member of Roberts Lodge #172 in Fulton, KY and a member of Al Menah Shriners Temple in Nashville.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Mike Hickman. Interment will be in Gibson County Memory Gardens at 3:00 pm.

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Nellie Jo Smith

January 28, 1930 – November 09, 2019

Nellie Jo Smith, age 89, of Ridgely, TN passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 at West TN Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital.

Nellie was born on January 28, 1930 in Hornbeak, TN to the late Herbert Hopper and Farrah Burton. She was a retired employee of Reelfoot Manor Nursing Home. She was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church.

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Stephen Todd Taylor

May 27, 1963 – November 06, 2019

Mr. Stephen Todd Taylor, age 56, of Halls died Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at his home in Halls. Todd was born May 27, 1963 in Raleigh, NC. He is the son of the late Jimmy E. Taylor. Todd was a retired manager of Tipton County Farmers Co-op in Halls,TN. He is survived by his wife: Tracie Darlene (Dawson) Taylor, two sons: Matt Taylor of Dyersburg, TN and Stephen (Michelle) Taylor of Three Way, TN. Todd is also survived by his mother Audrey Jean (Smith) Taylor and a sister Tonya (Mike) Jacobs of Halls, TN. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 9 at West Side Baptist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson and Bro. Ashley Thurmond officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, November 8 from 5pm till 8pm at West Side Baptist Church. Cemetery Details South Fork Cemetery Previous Events Visitation NOV 8. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Westside Baptist Church Service NOV 9. 2:00 PM (CT) Westside Baptist Church

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Margaret Ivey Baker

July 31, 1928 – November 06, 2019

Margaret Ivey Baker, 91, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg. Born July 31, 1928, she is the daughter of the late Murry and Ava Hughes Ivey. She was a case worker at the Unemployment office for many years. Mrs. Baker was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church. “Mawmaw” never missed a grandchilds or great-grandchilds school program, sporting event or church program. She enjoyed reading with them and loved them fiercely.

Graveside funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Reverend Annetta Camp.

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James Dale Jones Jr.

November 30, 1956 – November 05, 2019

Mr. James Dale Jones, Jr., age 62, of Gates died Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. James was born November 30, 1956 in Alamo, TN. He is the son of the late James Daniel Jones. He was employed as a small engine mechanic. He is survived by his wife: Mary (Adams) Jones, mother Helen (Broglin) Jones of Gates,TN and a step-son Mark Ford of Dyersburg, TN. Brother of two brothers: Eddie Jones of Ripley, TN, Rocky Jones of Alamo, TN and a step-granddaughter Whitney Ford. James was preceded in death by a brother Tommy Jones. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Friday, November 8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, November 8 from 10am. until 12pm. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation NOV 8. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 8. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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