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March 17, 1974 – July 30, 2019
Carl Ozment King, 45, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.
He was born on March 17, 1974, in Dyersburg, TN, to Bertha Ozment King and the late Carl William King, Jr. Carl was a technician with Windle Heating & Air and was also a licensed EMT. He was a Baptist.
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November 04, 1936 – July 27, 2019
Shelby Gene Reynolds, 82, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on November 4, 1936, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late John and Jessie King Reynolds. Shelby was a retired farmer and was a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church.
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August 31, 1943 – July 25, 2019
Patricia Mae Tomerlin, 75, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her residence.
She was born on August 31, 1943, in Chicago, IL, to the late Robert and Agnes Ulrich Sides. Patricia was a retired office administrator for Shady Oaks Country Club in Ft. Worth, TX and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
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July 22, 1942 – July 25, 2019
Joan Harris Crumpler, 77, of Tiptonville, TN, formerly of Dyersburg died July 25, 2019 at Wesley Homes of Tiptonville. She was preceded in death by her husband Barry Crumpler and her parents James Davis Harris and Carrie Williamson Harris.
Joan became well-known as an efficient secretary having served in several Dyersburg businesses.
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July 02, 1926 – July 24, 2019
Lois Baker Boatright, 93, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, July 24, 2019 in Martin. Born July 2, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Hammie Clay and Verner Ellis Baker. She was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ and an avid bridge and canasta card player. Mrs. Boatright was retired from General Appliance and Furniture Company as the bookkeeper for 47 years.
Memorial funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 3, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Scott Owen with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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November 22, 1935 – July 23, 2019
Royce Wayne Young, age 83, of Friendship died Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at his home in Friendship. He was born November 22, 1935 in Crockett County, TN. He is the son of the late Elgie Pildon and the late Cora Bell Street Young. He was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics. He is survived his brother, Gordon Young (June) of Friendship, TN and several nieces and nephews. Royce was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Kay Young, three brothers, Levoid Young, Nelson Young, and Junior Young. The funeral will be held Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 1:00 PM at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tony Moss officiating. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 25 from 11am until 1pm at Halls Funeral Home. An online guestbook is avail at www.hallsfh.com Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 25. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 25. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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May 19, 1949 – July 23, 2019
Sherrie Matheny, 70, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on May 19, 1949, in Madie, TN, to the late, Wilburn Haze Richardson and the late Virginia Woolverton Richardson. Sherrie was a homemaker.
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January 20, 1920 – July 23, 2019
Mrs. Frances Ann Zabrauskas, age 99, of Dyersburg, TN, formerly of Mountain Home, AR and the Chicago, IL area, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Harborview Health Systems in Dyersburg. She was born January 20, 1920 in Divernon, IL to the late Andrew and Petranella Gudenas. She retired over fifty years ago after working as a wire operator for the J.C. Penney and Sears companies. She was a devout Catholic and member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, attending Mass as often as possible. She was a devoted homemaker and enjoyed baking.
She is survived by her daughters, Trisha & Francis Jansta of Antioch, IL, Judy & Bill Boehmler of Dyersburg, TN and Sue & Tom Stone of Peoria, AZ. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Tracy Granzyk, Kathleen Granzyk, Mark Huber, Steve & Megan Granzyk, Stacy & Brent Rademaker, Scott & Teresa Demlow, Blake & Mary Boehmler, Michael Boehmler and Jackie & Ewing Liu and five great-grandchildren, Faith and Sydney Cullen, Vince and Payton Granzyk and Madelynn Rademaker. She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew & Petranella Gudenas, Sr, her husband, Stanley Zabrauskas, a brother Andrew Gudenas, Jr, and her sisters, Josephine Larson, Helen Valentinas, Katherine Gudenas and Julie Zabrauskas.
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November 10, 1937 – July 22, 2019
James Wilbur Metcalf, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on November 10, 1937, in Dyersburg, Tennessee to the late, Wilbur and Elizabeth Glozier Metcalf. James was a retired Quality Control Inspector at Colonial Rubber, where he worked for 48 years. He was a member of Second Baptist Church and was an avid blood donor, having donated over 10 gallons through Lifeline Blood Services.
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September 05, 1943 – July 21, 2019
William Ralph Noble, age 75 of Gates, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Marie Noble and is the son of the late Dorris Marie Abes. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Mr. Noble is survived by three daughters, Tammy Booker, Sherri Jones, and Beverly Jones all of Ripley; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He lived in New York for many years. Mr. Noble was a big family man and loved his Elvis music. Mr. Noble was also preceded in death by a daughter, Annie Marie Jones. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836-7111
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January 29, 1916 – July 21, 2019
Alice Rosamond Warren Nunn, 103, passed away July 21, 2019 after a brief illness. She was born January 29, 1916, in the Forked Deer community in Haywood County, TN. She was the daughter of Dr. James Willis Warren and Katie Lee Pearson. Mrs. Nunn was educated in the Halls, Tennessee schools and at Blue mountain College in Blue Mountain, Mississippi. On August 6, 1936, she was married to Oliver Joshua Nunn of Halls. They were the parents of three children: Blanche Nunn Hamilton of Germantown, TN, Dr. Oliver J. Nunn, Jr. (Phoebie) of Johnson City, TN, and Commander James Willis Nunn, U.S. Navy (Retired) (Faye) of Lafayette, LA. Mrs. Nunn had five grandchildren: Brian Oliver Hamilton of Germantown, TN, Anne Hamilton Calderwood of Collierville, TN (James), Jeanne Lee Hamilton of Braunschweig, Germany (Josh Merlis), Mark James Nunn and Heather Lynn Nunn of Los Angeles, CA. She had three great-grandchildren: Alexander Scott Calderwood and Rosamond Agnes Calderwood of Collierville, TN, and Sidney Blanche Hamilton-Merlis of Braunschweig, Germany. Mrs. Nunn was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, James Wilder Warren and Willis Duke Warren, and her beloved husband of 65 years. Mrs. Nunn was a member of First Baptist of Halls, the Key Corner Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution of Dyersburg, TN, and the Lauderdale County Historical Society. She was active in church and civic affairs. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be missed by many relatives and friends. There will be a visitation on Friday, July 26, 2019 from 4 pm until 7 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St, Halls, TN. The funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at First Baptist Church in Halls with Bro. Brian Isbell officiating. Internment will follow in Halls Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Halls, 102 E. Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040. Halls Funeral Home has charge of the services. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 26. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 27. 2:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116
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May 24, 1933 – July 20, 2019
Paul Neville Algee, Jr., 86, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at The Bridge at Ridgely.
He was born on May 24, 1933, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late, Paul Neville Algee, Sr. and the late, Mary Louise Yongue Algee. Paul was a retired farmer and was a member of Tiptonville First United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and had served as a commissioner for the Lake County Utility District and for the Gibson County Electric Corporation. Paul was a Mason, a Shriner and a U.S. Army Veteran.
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January 26, 1936 – July 20, 2019
Claude Allison Lecklitner, 83, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, July 20, 2019 at his residence. Born January 26, 1936, he was the son of the late Claude and Blanche Kirk Lecklitner. He was a retired farmer, businessman and landowner. Claude was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church and served in the Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Alyce Ann Lecklitner; one daughter, Cari Jones (Keith) of Dyersburg; one son, Ed Lecklitner of Atlanta, GA; and one granddaughter, Catherine Moore. Memorial services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2019 at Dyersburg First United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel. The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the church. Woody Clifton, Jerry Brewer, Ralph Henson, Jimmy Borden, Milton Magee, Bob Kirk, John Lannom, Steve Carmichael, Eddie Davis, Ernest (Moe) Blalock, Haskins Ridens and Ronnie Cole will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family requests memorials be directed to First United Methodist Church, Pastors Discretionary Fund, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or St. Judes Children Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Lecklitner family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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July 26, 1922 – July 19, 2019
Mrs. Mildred Florence Eubanks, age 96, of Dyersburg, Tn. passed away Friday, at her residence. She was a homemaker. She was a longtime member of Southside Baptist Church. She is the widow of William "Bill" Eubanks.
Graveside services for Mrs. Mildred Eubanks will be 2 pm Monday, July 22, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery, conducted by Rev. Loren Stephens. Visitation will be from 12 pm to 1:30 pm Monday at Dyersburg Funeral Home.
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November 21, 1940 – July 19, 2019
Peggy J. McDaniel, 78, formerly of Lenox, passed away Friday, July 19, 2019 in Martin. Born November 21, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Lonnie and Nina Mae Hutson McDaniel. She was retired from Thomas Industries. Peggy was church clerk for the Lenox Baptist Church for 30 years. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Bill Parmenter with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 23rd beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Katherine McDaniel of Huntingdon; and a host of nieces and nephews to cherish her memories. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Evelyn Wiemer, Modessa McDaniel Daniels and Geraldine Wilson; and one brother, Charlie Bill McDaniel. The family requests memorials be directed to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. We are privileged and honored to serve the McDaniel family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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December 19, 1931 – July 19, 2019
Ruth Lynn Bradley Norman, a life-long citizen of the Dyersburg area, has passed away July 19, 2019, in Dyersburg. She was 87. Mrs. Norman was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ. Mrs. Norman was born in 1931 to Neely Edwin and Ruby Corley Bradley. She spent her childhood in the Finley area, then attended Dyersburg High School. A 1949 graduate of DHS, she was part of the marching band as a majorette. During this time, her winning smile helped earn her 1st runner-up to Miss Dyersburg. Ruth met Dyersburg native William T. (Bill) Norman while working at City Drug and they married in 1952. Together, they raised four children in Dyersburg. Along with Mr. Normans brother Bob, they owned and operated Normans Radio and TV Clinic for over 50 years. Through her children, Mrs. Norman was a steady presence in PTA, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts and other social organizations. She was always ready for fundraisers and community volunteer work in addition to her activities for the Church of Christ. Local citizens knew Ruth Norman for her bubbly laugh, red hair and generous heart. She was dedicated to enriching Dyersburg through civic activities, particularly for the arts. Mrs. Norman worked for many years with Dyersburg Community Concerts, Dyersburg Little Theater and Sweet Adelines. Her beautiful alto voice was often requested for events. She was an original member of the MacDowell Music Club of Dyersburg and remained active her entire life. Some also will remember her for the entertaining demonstrations of her folk art “dancing dolls.” Mrs. Norman is predeceased by Bill, her husband of 57 years, in addition to a brother, Robert Bradley, and two sisters, Martha B. Davis and Mary Dean Hartman. She is survived by her children and grandchildren: Cynthia N. Russell, Lisa Norman, William B. Norman and Keith Norman; Joshua B. Russell, Keith E. Lay, Zovie Najarian, Bella Norman and Lola Norman. Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Monday, July 22, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Scott Owen with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Kevin Norman, Burnie Norman, Josh Russell, Dan Davis, Spence Lowery and Carl Schultz will serve at pallbearers. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 21st from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The family requests memorials be directed to Parr Avenue Church of Christ, 2482 Parr Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024 or Dyersburg/Dyer Co Humane Society, P.O. Box 223, Dyersburg, TN 38025. We are privileged and honored to serve the Norman family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
Visitation Sunday, July 21st, 2019 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home - Dyersburg 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, July 22nd, 2019 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home - Dyersburg 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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March 17, 1958 – July 19, 2019
Michael Keith Thurman, 61, of Dyersburg, died Friday, July 19, 2019 at his residence. Born March 17, 1958, he was the son of the late Joy Austin Thurman and Charlotte Dean Patterson Thurman.
He is survived by two daughters Lyra Thurman of Halls and Lauren Dunlavey; two sons, Michael Thurman and Christopher Duncan both of Dyersburg; two sisters, Lisa Kent (Todd) of Halls and Carol Hall (Joe) of Dyersburg; and one grandchild, William Ryder Clark.
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August 02, 1939 – July 18, 2019
Charles William "Charlie" Taylor, age 79, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born, August, 2 1939 in Lauderdale County to the late James Taylor and the late Katie Bell Ferrell Taylor. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, July 23 at 11:00 am, at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, 356 Archer's Chapel Rd, Halls, TN. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, July 22, 2019 from 5 - 8 pm at Archer's Chapel. Charlie was a caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He retired from A.O. Smith with thirty-eight years of faithful service. After retiring, Charlie enjoyed spending extra time around his family. He also displayed his green thumb by growing a multitude of vegetables in his yearly garden. Working with his hands brought him great joy. Charlie leaves behind his devoted wife of 56 years , Betty Riley Taylor of Frog Jump, TN, three daughters: Lana Gilliland (Scott)of Three Way, TN, Tina Thurmond (Jeff) of Frog Jump, TN and Kristy Laton (David) of Jackson, TN. He also leaves behind six grandchildren: Emily Ross (Taylor), Wesley Thurmond (Kala), Brianna Brown, Kynley Laton, Avery Laton, Connor Laton and one great-grandson, Leo Ross. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jimmy Taylor, and three sisters: Stella Harrison, Doris Harrison, and Margie Diane Dowell. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 22. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service JUL 23. 11:00 AM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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March 27, 1930 – July 18, 2019
Crindola Millner, 89, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on March 27, 1930, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Leo and Clara Boyd Hatch. Crindola was a former employee for Colonial Rubber and Sylvania. She was also a homemaker and a Baptist.
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July 14, 1924 – July 17, 2019
John M. Gillon, age 95, of Gates passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. John M. was born July 14, 1924 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of the late John Henry and the late Rosa (Henley) Gillon. He was married to the late Ethel Lorene Quillin. He was a retired agriculture mechanic and a member of the Chestnut Bluff Church of Christ. He is survived by four daughters: Shelia (Dale) Thornton of Gates, TN, Connie (Melvin) Lawson of Halls, TN, Lisa (William) Curtis of Friendship, TN and Margie (William) Collins of Halls, TN, and three sons: Mike (Pam) Gillon of Halls, TN, Harvey (Judy) Gillon of Humboldt, TN and Timmy (Susie) Gillon of Halls, TN. He also leaves 7 grandchildren,15 great-grandchildren and 4 great -great-grandchildren. John M. was preceded in death by four sisters Virgie Spann, Ophelia Riley, Bessie Garner and Emma Spratlin, three brothers Hollis Gillon, Neal Gillon, and Waylon Gillon. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Friday, July 19 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Bill Haynie officiating. Burial will be in Friendship cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 18 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation JUL 18. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 19. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 03, 1943 – July 16, 2019
Joe Miller Dorris, son of the late Reynold and Olva Allen Hudson Dorris of Goodlettsville, TN, left us on July 16, 2019. He was born on July 3, 1943 in Goodlettsville, TN and married Claire Kendall Dorris of Ridgely, TN on August 15, 1964. He looked forward to his reunion with her through the Grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
He received his BE degree from the Vanderbilt School of Engineering in 1965 and earned his MBA degree from the University of Memphis in 1970. After graduation from Vanderbilt, he worked for various companies, including McDonnell Aircraft, RCA, Union Carbide, R.O. Whitesell Associates and Futaba Corporation of America. He established Futaba Corporation of America Operations in Huntsville in 1985 and retired in 2006 as President and CEO.
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October 27, 1959 – July 14, 2019
Darlene Young, age 59, of Friendship passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019. She was the wife of Jerry Young. Darlene was born October 27, 1959 in Chicago, IL. She is the daughter of Alice Woods Escue and the late Raymond Escue. Funeral service will be at 1 PM Wednesday, July 17, 2019 with a visitation to start at 11AM until the time of service all at Halls Funeral Home. Phillip Norris will be officiating. She was employed by Crockett County High School as a Cook. She is survived by her husband, Jerry Young; one son, Jeremy Young and his wife Amanda of Friendship, TN; a sister, Debbie Fernandez of Gadsden, TN; two grandchildren, Joseph and Jason; and several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111 Cemetery Details South Fork Cemetery Previous Events Visitation JUL 17. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 17. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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January 17, 1992 – July 14, 2019
Ethan Craig Autry, 27, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on January 17, 1992, in Murfreesboro, TN, to Tim Autry and the late Nancy Reaves Dowling. Ethan was a musician.
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April 24, 1944 – July 14, 2019
Claudie Rodriquez, Jr., 75, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on April 24, 1944, in Troy, TN, to the late Claud Rodriquez, Sr. and the late Juanita Dotson Rodriquez. Claudie was a retired foreman at Wright Mats & Associates and was a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church. He was a member of the Harmony Lodge 184 and was also an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to travel, work, gardening, his family, and God.
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September 02, 1940 – July 11, 2019
Jean Hughes Walk, 78, of Finley, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at her residence.
She was born on September 2, 1940, in Memphis, TN, to the late, Randolph Richard Hughes, Sr. and the late Ruby Jewell Smith Hughes. Jean was a pole assembler at ERMCO and was a member of Finley Baptist Church.
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September 22, 1949 – July 11, 2019
Jeri Elaine Newman, 69, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 11, 2019 at the West Tennessee Health Care Dyersburg Hospital. Born September 22, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Lester Thomas Gruggett and Ollie Vesti Ammons Gruggett. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 14, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother David Brooks with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday, July 13, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. She is survived by her four daughters Patty Newman Rogers (Josh) of Dyersburg, Sara Newman Hardee (Jeremy) of Ripley, Cindy Newman Calhoun (Andy) of Lakeland, Paula Newman Cremeans (Matthew) of North Carolina, and ten grandchildren Garrett, Gunnar and Samuel Grant Rogers, Hadley and Rylee Hardee, Emma Calhoun, Makinley and Sydney McCutchen, Luke and Quinn Cremeans, and one sister Janet Watson of Marion, Arkansas and one brother George Grugett of Thompsons Station, Tennessee. Dallas Watson, Houston Watson, Sylvester Simpson, Jeremy Rogers, Gene Whitney and James Bunn will serve as pallbearers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by Danny Newman. The family would also like to acknowledge the staff of West Tennessee Health Care Dyersburg Hospital for their quality care. Special thanks to Chandler, Blair, Alex, and Lisa of the Intensive Care Unit for making her smile. We are privileged and honored to serve the Newman family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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February 26, 1929 – July 09, 2019
Mary Imadean Howell, age 90, of Halls died Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at her home in Halls. Mary was born February 26, 1929 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Ernest and Claira (Vaughn) Tredo. She is survived by her husband: Laurence Carpenter ; her mother Claira (Vaughn) Tredo. Graveside services will be held 12:00 pm on Thursday, July 11 at Greenhill Memorial Gardens, Hwy. 209, Halls, TN with Bro. Charles Hayes officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 11 from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation JUL 11. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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February 16, 1955 – July 09, 2019
John Edward Murphy, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on February 16, 1955, in Highpoint, N.C., to the late, John Boyd Murphy and the late Alberta Skipper Murphy. John was a contractor for Biltmore Farms.
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June 29, 1939 – July 09, 2019
Thomas Gerold Brasfield, 80, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at AHC of Dyersburg. Born June 29, 1939, he was the son of the late Gene and Maudie Serratt Brasfield. Mr. Brasfield was retired from the United State Air Force where he served as a Tech Sgt.
He is survived by two daughters, Connie R. Young of Dyersburg and Rhonda K. Smith of Milan; one son, Tommy E. Brasfield of Texas; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
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November 30, 1927 – July 07, 2019
Robbie Obera Tinkle, age 91, of Dyersburg passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Robbie was born November 30, 1927 in Dyer County, TN. She is the daughter of the late Claybern and the late Ethel (Blackburn) Forbes. She is survived by a niece, Rita Shelton of Olive Branch, MS three nephews, Dempsy Greene of Dyersburg, TN, Terry Greene of Moberly, MO and Rudy Forbes of AZ. Robbie was preceded in death by her husband Wade Sanders Tinkle and her daughter, Penelope Tinkle. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, July 12 at Friendship Cemetery with Bro.Clyde Thompson officiating. Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Memorial Service JUL 12. 1:00 AM (CT) Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034
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July 14, 1940 – July 07, 2019
Herbert Ranny Essary, Sr., 78, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on July 14, 1940, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Herbert Andrew Essary and the late Edith Mildred Reynolds Essary. Herbert was a retired truck driver for Barnes Trucking. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and pa-paw. Herbert proudly served his country in the United States Army.
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May 07, 1941 – July 06, 2019
William Claiborne Maclin, Sr, age 78, of Ripley died Saturday, July 6, 2019 at his home in Ripley, TN. He was born May 7, 1941 in Lauderdale county and was the son of the late Willie and the late Vance (Akin) Maclin. He was the owner of Maclin's Auto Sales in Halls and also served in the TN National Guard. William is survived by his wife: Judy Ann (Smith) Maclin , one daughter: Lori (Dennis) Wilburn of Ripley, TN and two sons: Jeff Maclin of Halls, TN and Clay (Michele) Maclin of Ripley, TN. He had one brother: Larry Joe Maclin of GA. William also leaves behind eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, Dan Maclin, Lucy DeSpain, Wyatt Wilburn, Kyle Maclin, Dustin DeSpain, James Maclin, Dustin Wilburn, Logan Wilburn and Great - Grandchildren, Aubrey Grace Childress, Gunner DeSpain, and Hadley DeSpain. Services will be held 10:00 am on Monday, July 8, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Billy Elder officiating. Burial will be in Cross Roads Cemetery, Ripley following the service. pain Calling hours will be Sunday, July 7, 2019 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836-7111. Cemetery Details Cross Roads Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 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 JUL 8. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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May 24, 1936 – July 05, 2019
Juel Fay Lee, 83, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on May 24, 1936, in Frog Level, TN, to the late True Jewel Jones and the late Nottie Runions Jones. Juel was the co-owner of J&L Appliance Company for 38 years. She was a longtime member of Ridgely Church of Christ and was also a member of the Ridgely Senior Citizens Center.
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July 08, 1933 – July 04, 2019
Paul Junior Wells, 85, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on July 8, 1933, in Brownsville, TN, to the late, John and Anna Little Wells. Paul was a retired EMT with Parkview Ambulance Services and was also the former manager of Dyer County Memorial Gardens. He was a former Reserved Deputy and Investigator with the Dyer County Sheriff's Office and was the Director of Crime stoppers. Paul was an avid hunter and fisherman. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
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May 17, 1932 – July 04, 2019
Betty J. Cantrell, 87, of Ridgely, died Thursday, July 4, 2019 at her residence. Born May 17, 1932 to the late Lonnie and Berdie Heath Neil she was a homemaker and a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Townsend of Ridgely; two sons, Jerry Cantrell (wife Carolyn) and James Cantrell, both of Memphis; and one grandchild, Loy Townsend. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Cantrell, two sisters and two brothers. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Cantrell family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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April 25, 1966 – July 03, 2019
Tammy Kathryn Daniels Pike, 53, of Newbern, died Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at her residence. Born April 25, 1966, she was the daughter of the late Joe Paul and Loretta Petty Daniels. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 8, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels with interment to follow in Rehobeth Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 7th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Neal Bundy, James Moore, Scott Hughes, Acie Pike, J. T. Walker and Russell Bolen with serve as pallbearers. She is survived by her husband, Jessie Pike; one son, Trevor Lee Murray of Newbern; one sister, Jennifer Bundy of Obion; one brother, Jody Daniels of Dyersburg; and three grandchildren. We are privileged and honored to serve the Pike family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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November 24, 1944 – July 02, 2019
Michael Lester Fraley, 74, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on November 24, 1944, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Chester and Doris Crouch Fraley. Michael was a retired site manager for Gibson County Electric and also received Employee of The Year Award. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Tiptonville and served as a Mason. He was an avid duck hunter and fisherman and loved to work in his garden. Michael was a devoted husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather. He was a true community servant.
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December 22, 1964 – July 02, 2019
Donnie Earl Tolley, 54, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on December 22, 1964, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Robert and Hattie Morton Tolley. Donnie was a TDOT Operation Technician with the Tennessee of Department of Transportation. He was a member of the Sheep Ridge Runners and the Lake County Rescue Squad. Donnie was active in fund raising for various local charities. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren.
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September 17, 1956 – July 01, 2019
Joe Clyde Garrison, age 62, of Halls died Monday, July 1, 2019 at Oklahoma Medical Center in Oklahoma City, OK. Joe was born September 17, 1956 in Peoria, IL. He is the son of the late William Clayton Garrison. Funeral services will be at 2PM Sunday, July 14, 2019 with a visitation to be from 4PM-7PM Saturday, July 13, 2019 all at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery. Mr. Joe was a founding member of Westside Baptist Church and was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans. He was employed by U.S. Bulk as a Truck Driver. He is survived by his wife, Marlyn Kay (Scallions) Garrison of Halls, TN; one son, Zachary Garrison of Friendship, TN; his mother Nettie Jean (Flowers) Garrison; one sister, Teresa Garrison of Nashville, TN; one brother, Mike Garrison of Halls, TN; and his two granddaughters, Lillian and Karlee Garrison. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111. Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation JUL 13. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 14. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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January 28, 1964 – July 01, 2019
Cynthia Ellen Powell, 55, of Gates, TN, died Monday, July 1, 2019 at her residence. Born January 28, 1964, she was the daughter of Betty Travelstead and the late Jesse Willaid Shea. She was disabled. She is survived by her two sons, Bobby Carroll Richter, Jr., Walter Richter, both of Gates; her mother Betty Travelstead of Covington; one grandson, Jesse Richter, one granddaughter to be born in October, Alice Ellen Richter; one sister, Teresa Travelstead of Dyersburg; and two brothers, Tony Travelstead and Sam Travelstead, both of Dyersburg. She was preceded in death by her brother, Randy Joe Shea. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Powell family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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April 30, 1927 – June 30, 2019
Loleta Blanche Brown, 92, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2019 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center.
She was born on April 30, 1927, in East Prairie, MO, to the late John and Vera Melton Lee. Loleta was a homemaker.
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Jim Weeks, 72, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Bells Nursing Home.
He was born on February 10, 1947, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Travis and Alma Lois Darty Weeks. Jim was a retired traffic manager at Colonial Rubber.
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May 15, 1936 – June 28, 2019
Master Sergeant Billy Dean Hunter, age 83, of Halls passed away Friday, June 28, 2019. He was married to Joy Sanders Hunter for 65 years. MSG Hunter was born May 15, 1936 in Gibson County and is the son of the late John Hoyt Hunter and Autry Fronnie Hunter. MSG Hunter served his country with honor in the Army from 1958 until he retired in 1978. Funeral Service will be at 2PM Friday, July 5, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home with visitation from 12PM until the start of the service. Burial will follow at Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Along with his wife, MSG Hunter is also survived by two sons, Gregory Keith Hunter of Huron, TN and Bill Dwayne Hunter of Newbern; two daughters, Beverly Starr Burns and Pamela Jane Sweat both of Dyersburg; Brothers, Mike Hunter of Paris, Gerald Hunter of Newbern, Gary Hunter and Herman Hunter both of Dyersburg; Sister, Maxine Whitehead Hunter of Trezvant and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. MSG Hunter was also preceded in death by three brothers, Larry Joe Hunter, Howard Taft, and Jimmy Don Hunter; one sister, Sandra Hunter Kennick; and grandchildren John Daniel Brown and Jennifer Danielle Wright. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836-7111 Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 5. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 5. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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August 30, 1971 – June 27, 2019
Jeri Ann North, 47, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on August 30, 1971, in Dyersburg, TN, to Jerry Wayne Morris and Andrea Joyce McVay Morris. Jeri Ann was a retired receptionist at Parkview Florist.
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November 28, 1951 – June 27, 2019
William “Willie” Nelson, 67, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, June 27, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg. Born November 28, 1951, he was the son of the late Reba Richards and Wallace Wilson. He was a supervisor in the field of construction most of his life. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 2, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jeannie Nelson; three daughters, Victoria Klutts of Newbern, Natasha Nelson of Jackson, Tabitha Nelson of Dyersburg; one son, William Joshua Nelson of Austin, TX; and two sisters, June Vandouser of Munford, Emma Cantu of Dyersburg; eight grandchildren, Ashley Klutts, Travis Klutts, Nikki Nelson, Breanna Vaughn, Demitrice McCrite, Anita Nelson, Audrey Nelson and Aurora Nelson; four great-grandchildren, Blake Roberts, Jaiceon Franklin, Jayden McCrite and Sebastian McMullen, and his surrogate brother, Rusty Jackson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Frances Nelson Shipley. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Nelson family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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May 22, 1942 – June 25, 2019
Richard Hayden Smith, 77, of Hickman, KY, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on May 22, 1942, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Hayden and Zarah Powell Smith. Richard was a retired shipping/receiving fork lift operator for Goodyear and was a Baptist. He loved fishing, riding four wheelers and family get togethers. Richard retired from the Tennessee Army National Guard.
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December 18, 1974 – June 24, 2019
Alison Hansbrough Isom, age 44, of Jackson, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson,TN. Alison was born December 18, 1974 in Dyersburg, TN. She was an employee of the State of Tennessee Department of Revenue. Her survivors include her husband, Jason Bradley Isom: three daughters; Kateline Blakley, Mia Suzanne Isom and Micah Grace Isom; one son; John Conner Blakley all of Jackson, TN. Alison is also survived by her parents, Paul Thomas Sr. and Brenda (Cannon) Hansbrough and her sister; Angela Carmack and her brother Paul Thomas Hansbrough Jr. both of Halls, TN. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, June 29 at the Halls First Baptist Church with Bro. Brian Isbell officiating. Burial will follow in the Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, June 28 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls First Baptist Church. Memorials can be made to the Halls First Baptist Church. Halls Funeral Home has charge. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation JUN 28. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls First Baptist Church Halls, TN 38040 Service JUN 29. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls First Baptist Church Halls, TN 38040
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September 04, 1949 – June 23, 2019
Janie Hilliard Smith Christian, 69, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on September 4, 1949, in Dyersburg, TN to William D. Hilliard and the late Launa Luckett Hilliard. Janie was a retired correctional clerical officer for Northwest Correctional Facility and was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ.
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