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February 07, 1939 – June 22, 2019
Winnie Lou Johnson, 80, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on February 7, 1939, in Bondurant, KY, to the late Finis and Vera Mae Howard Ogden. Winnie was a homemaker and a member of Perfect Faith Tabernacle in Troy, TN.
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May 12, 1953 – June 21, 2019
Billie Susan Kitts, age 66, of Halls died Friday, June 21, 2019 at home in Halls. Billie was born May 12, 1953 in Gates, TN. She is the daughter of the late Howard Bilbo and the late Doris Dean (Scarborough) Hill. She was employed as an Administrative Assistant at Halls Jr. High for over 28 years. Billie is survived by one daughter: Stephanie Burks of Halls, TN and 3 other great nieces who she raised and loved as her own; Chelsea Crockett of Halls, TN, Randi Crockett of Ripley, TN and Casey Crockett of Brooklyn, NY. She was the sister of two sisters: Betty Collins of Memphis, TN and Shirley Meeks of Cordova, TN. Billie also leaves behind 5 grandchildren and a large school family that she dearly loved. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, June 25 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Randy Jetton officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery following the service. Calling hours will be Monday, June 24 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital or Lauderdale County Humane Society. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation JUN 24. 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 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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June 29, 1966 – June 20, 2019
Michael Paul Smith, 52, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on June 29, 1966, in Dyersburg, TN, to Linda King Smith and the late Paul Edgar "Sonny" Smith. Michael was an avid wrestling fan and a loyal Jerry Lawler Fan. He grew up in Milltown and never met a stranger. Michael also attended Parrish Chapel Baptist Church.
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Joy Gardner, 90, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at her residence.
She was born on February 4, 1929, in Humboldt, TN, to the late Herbert Roscoe Strain and Nema Norene Gilliand Strain. Joy was a homemaker and was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church.
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July 14, 1952 – June 17, 2019
Kathy Duncan Hunt, age 66 of Halls, passed away Monday, June 17, 2019. She was born July 14, 1952 and is the daughter of Ruby McCord Duncan and the late Wyman Odell Duncan. Visitation will be from 5PM - 8PM Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 10AM Thursday, June 20, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home with Phil Meeks officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery. Along with her mother, Mrs. Hunt is also survived by two daughters, Patricia Ingersoll of Trinity, AL and Cindy Hunt of Halls; two brothers, Odell Duncan, Jr. and Tim Duncan of Halls; one sister, Teresa Roberson of Gates; and two grandsons, Justin Gammons and Dylan Hardee. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111 Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation JUN 19. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 19, 1944 – June 16, 2019
Brenda Gardner, 74, of Cloverdale, died Sunday, June 16, 2019, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. She was a member of the Zion Methodist Church, Cloverdale, TN. Brenda was a retired factory worker who always took great pride in being a farmers wife. Brenda enjoyed the fellowship of her church and being actively involved with the activities of the Cloverdale Community Center. Services for Mrs. Gardner will be held Wednesday, June 19, 2019, at Zion Methodist Church Cemetery at Cloverdale at 10:00 a.m. officiated by Brother Joe Thorn. Survivors include her daughter: Kim Dial and her husband, James of Cloverdale, TN; one granddaughter: Kelsy Dial of Cloverdale, TN; and two sisters: Kay Strawn of Dyersburg, TN, and Jan Kennedy of McLemoresville, TN. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 24 years: Royce Gardner; and, one brother: Mike Townsend. Gerald Simrell, Bill Sellers, Greg Ervin, Bernie Cheatham, Benny McGuire, Darryl McGuire, and B.J. Hale will serve as pallbearers. The family requests memorials be directed to: Zion Methodist Church, 5856 Zion Church Road, Obion, TN 38240; Zion Cemetery Association, 5856 Zion Church Road, Obion, TN 38240; or, the Cloverdale Community Center 4851, Jim Carver Road, Obion, TN 38240. We are privileged and honored to serve the Gardner family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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December 27, 1931 – June 15, 2019
Carrie Dell OBriant, age 87, of Paragould, AR died Saturday, June 15, 2019 at St. Bernards Medical Center of Jonesboro, AR. Carrie was born December 27, 1931 in Wynne, AR. She is the daughter of the late Okley Noel and the late Tiny Bell (Daily) Thurmond. Carrie was a retired employee of Ripley Nursing Home as a LPN Nurse for 20 years. She is survived by two sons: Johnny OBriant of Springville, TN and Robert OBriant of Paragould, AR and a sister of one sister: Dorothy Fay Morgan of Millington, TN. She also leaves behind 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Carrie was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Howard OBriant and a son, David OBriant. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Jeremy Ballinger officiating. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery, Halls following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, June 18 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Greenhill Cemetery 15135 TN-210 Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JUN 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 JUN 19. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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June 07, 1926 – June 15, 2019
Juanita Wright Holmes, 93, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on June 7, 1926, in Newbern, TN, to the late Henry and Trummie Story Wright. Juanita was a retired employee with Ladies Clothing Retail. She was a member of Fowlkes Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and was a member and director of the Women's Missionary Union.
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June 07, 1935 – June 14, 2019
Wanda June Davison, 84, of Finley, TN, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on June 7, 1935, in Newbern, TN, to the late Lorenzo Dow Johnston and Oda Bell Johnston Lewis. June was a homemaker. She was a member of Finley Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher and a member of the Young at Heart. June was a former member of Second Baptist Church, where she was a G.A. Leader and Sunday School Teacher.
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June 10, 1928 – June 13, 2019
Sue Sykes, 91, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, June 13, 2019 at AHC of Dyersburg. Born June 10, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Isaac Newt and Annie May Killett Styers. She was retired from Sara Lee Corporation in Deerfield, IL. She was a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Nathe Ozment with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Simbeck of Lawrenceburg; two sons, Danny Welch (Pam) of Lenox, James Welch of Sevierville; ten grandchildren, Brandy Williams, Jenny Arguello, John Welch, Michael Welch, Kelly Welch (Tabatha), Tonya Gordon (Blake), Stephanie Grimes (Christian), Shelton Simbeck, Ryan Sykes, Penny Welch; eleven great-grandchildren, Jordan Welch, Jeffrey Welch, Gracie Welch, Dalton Arguello, Timmy Williams, Kaylee Arguello, Landon Sykes, Damian Gordon, Justus Welch, Bella Welch and Kyle Welch and three great-great-grandchildren. Grandsons and great-grandsons Kelly Welch, Michael Welch, John Welch, Shelton Simbeck, Christian Grimes, Jordan Welch, Dalton Arguello, Timmy Williams and Jeffery Welch will serve as pallbearers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wilton Sykes; her son, Timothy Sykes; grandson, Brian Welch; three sisters, Frances Chidress, Rebecca Reed, Geneva Mosier; and three brothers, James Styers, Billy Bob Styers and J.C. “Foot” Styers. We are privileged and honored to serve the Sykes family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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January 16, 1956 – June 12, 2019
Harold Quinley, 63, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at AHC of Dyersburg. Born January 16, 1956, he is the son of Doris Clark and the late Robert Reese Quinley. He was formerly employed at Dyersburg Fabrics and Sun Products. Graveside funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Brother Charles Southerland. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery at 9:45 a.m. He is survived by his mother, Doris Clark of Dyersburg; one sister, Susan (Hank) Hutchison of Hornbeak; and one brother, Dennis Quinley of Collierville. We are privileged and honored to serve the Quinley family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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October 27, 1932 – June 10, 2019
Jere T. Kirk, 86, of Dyersburg, died Monday, June 10, 2019 at his residence. Born October 27, 1932 in Lenox, he was the son of the late Lear and Virginia Kirk. Jere proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, and afterwards attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX. He and his family were members of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church. He was a real estate developer, farmer and land owner. Jere loved his family and was a friend to all. He enjoyed life to the fullest and will be missed.
Graveside services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Reverend Ed White. Friends are asked to gather at the cemetery at 9:45 a.m.
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Audrey Dale Bargery, 73, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Signature Healthcare in Ridgely.
She was born on April 29, 1946, in Ridgely, TN, to the late J.B. and Elsie Stuart Gant. Dale was a retired insurance account representative for State Farm Insurance and was a member of Willingham Baptist Church.
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June 03, 1949 – June 07, 2019
Janice Kaye Dunnam, 70, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on June 3, 1949, in Nashville, TN, to the late Billy Joe Adams and the late Wanda Lavelle Poole Cooley. Janice was a retired nurse from Western State Hospital in Bolivar and was also a cosmetologist.
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September 28, 1942 – June 06, 2019
Aubrey G. “Mac” McBride, 76, of Newbern, died Thursday, June 6, 2019 at his residence. Born September 28, 1942, he was the son of the late David Edward and Ida Mae Dill McBride. He was a member of Church Grove Baptist Church, a strong Union Member at Roofers Local 11 in Chicago and enjoyed traveling and camping at Lake Koshkonong. Mac proudly served his country as an Air Force veteran during the Vietnam War era.
Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2019 at Church Grove Baptist Church officiated by Reverend Ronnie Turner.
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Joyce Jean Neff, 77, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at her residence.
She was born on August 19, 1941, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Bill and Irene Hines Ingram. Joyce was a homemaker and a member of The Junction Church of God. She loved shopping and camping.
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March 06, 1929 – June 03, 2019
Zadie LaVerne Nicks, 90, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at Signature Healthcare of Ridgely.
She was born on March 6, 1929, in Corinth, MS, to the late, Albert Sydney Riley and the late Lily Ruth Barber Riley. LaVerne graduated from Newbern Votech with her LPN License. She worked as an LPN for over 40 years, with 25 of those years at Internal Medicine of Dyersburg. LaVerne was an active member of Phillips Street Church of Christ. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed time with family, grandchildren and friends.
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July 08, 1946 – June 03, 2019
Ricky Lynn Kesterson, 72, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on July 8, 1946, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Thomas and Blanche Bailey Kesterson. Ricky was a carpenter and was a member of Fowlkes Baptist Church.
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December 11, 1975 – June 03, 2019
“Bobo” Phillip Keith Hawks, 43, of Finley, died Monday, June 3, 2019 at this residence. Born December 11,1975, he was the son of Gail Hawks and the late Phillip Hawks. He was a former employee at Ermco.
Funeral services will be at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Roger Cravens.
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May 22, 2019 – June 03, 2019
Just 12 days after coming into the world, Elijah Lee Keith Warden, infant son of Scotty Warden and Brandi Johnson, passed away peacefully in his parents' arms at Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville on June 3, 2019. During that fleeting time, he touched many lives and was loved by all who met him.
Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2019 at Meacham Cemetery in Newbern with Reverend Dennis Knowles officiating.
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July 11, 1932 – June 02, 2019
Dorothy Ann Brasfield, age 86, of Lynnville, TN died Sunday, June 2, 2019 at her home in Lynnville. Dorothy was born July 11, 1932 in Lauderdale County . She is the daughter of the late Cornelius and the late Josie (Blankenship) Robbins. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one daughter: Becky Pigg and one son Phillip Brasfield both of Lynnville, Tn. Dorothy also leaves 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Hollis Don Brasfield. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 5 at Enon Cemetery, 5427 Curve-Nankipoo Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, June 5 from at 1pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation JUN 5. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service JUN 5. 2:00 PM (CT) Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN
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June 02, 2019 – June 02, 2019
Kinzleigh Grace Montgomery, infant daughter of Tyler Kourage Montgomery and Madalyn Davis, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Regional Medical Center in Memphis.
Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Fairview Cemetery with Brandon Riles officiating. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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March 09, 1943 – June 01, 2019
Aubrey "Butch" Convell Wood, Jr., 76, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on March 9, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Aubrey Convell Wood, Sr. and the late Mary Agnes Stafford Wood. Butch was retired from the Water Department for the City of Ridgely, where he worked for 30 years. He was the Assistant Fire Chief, member of the Rescue Squad, was the Reelfoot Lake Planning Commissioner and was a licensed advanced EMT. Butch was the owner of Woods Hardware & Repair and held offices with Woodmen of the World. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
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May 10, 1933 – May 31, 2019
Mary Elizabeth Delaney, age 86, of Jackson died Friday, May 31, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Mary was born May 10, 1933 in Carroll County. She is the daughter of the late Wilburn and the late Lessie Campbell. Ms. Elizabeth was employed as a Factory Employee at Halltex. She is survived by two sons: Dean (Delores) Delaney of Linden, TN and Rickey (Rhonda) Delaney of Ripley, TN; Sister of one sister: Lora Ann (Gale) Erwin of Frog Jump, TN; and Special Friends, Ronnie and Ann Phillips. She also leaves behind 3 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great Grandchild. Ms. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her daughter, Elizabeth Ann Delaney, sisters, Sylvia Edwards, Lois Goodrum, brothers, James Campbell and Jerry Campbell. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Monday, June 3, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jim Tolbert officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates following the service. Calling hours will be Sunday, June 2 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Previous Events Calling Hours JUN 2. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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August 07, 1933 – May 31, 2019
Loretta Williams, 85, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019 at Life Care Center in Centerville, TN.
She was born on August 7, 1933, in Fowlkes, TN, to the late Loy and Alice Prather Welch. Loretta was a retired secretary for the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, where she worked for 16 years. She was also a former employee for Oldberg Manufacturing for 20 years. Loretta was a member of Fowlkes Baptist Church.
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March 02, 1930 – May 29, 2019
Lamar Abernathy, age 89, of Halls died Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at his home in Halls, TN. Lamar was born March 2, 1930 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late William Lamar and the late Gladys (Boner) Abernathy. He was a farmer. He is survived by two daughters: Vicki (Mike) Curran and Angie Meeks both of Halls and one son: Lanny (Judy) Carlton Abernathy of Newbern, TN. Lamar was preceded in death by his wife Charlene (Bobo) Abernathy and two sisters Annie Mozella Pratt and Mary Neal Pratt. The funeral will be held 6:00 pm on Friday, May 31 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Don Williams and Charles Pratt officiating. Burial will be in Abernathy Family Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 31 from 3pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Abernathy Family Cemetery . Halls,TN, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAY 31. 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 31. 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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June 23, 1932 – May 28, 2019
Odell Scallions, age 86, of Gates died Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at his home in Ripley. Odell was born June 23, 1932 in Burdett, AR. He is the son of the late John and the late Maggie (Sorrell) Scallions. He served in the United States Army. Odell also was a retired truck driver. He is survived by three daughters: Vicki Burns of Gates, TN, Cindy Scallions of Port St Lucie, FL and Tina Williams of Chattanooga, TN, and two sons: Michael Scallions of Adamsville, TN and Gary Scallions of Ripley, TN. He also leaves seven other siblings. Odell was preceded in death by his son Donald Scallions. The funeral will be held at 12 noon on May 31.2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN, with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 31 from 10 am until 12 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 31. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 31. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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April 08, 1942 – May 26, 2019
Carolyn Faye Bushart Perry, also affectionately known to many as "Momma C", age 77, of Alamo died Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. She was born April 8, 1942 in Alamo, TN to the late Eddie Faine and the late Reba Sue (White) Bushart. Momma C was employed most of her life in some form of food service. She is survived by two daughters: Teresa "Sissy" (Rowdy) Davis and Karen King both of Maury City, TN, two sons: Craig (Sarah) Beaird and Hank (Donna) Beaird both of Halls, TN. She was the sister of four brothers: Ernest Bushart , James Bushart , Lloyd Don Bushart all of Friendship, TN and Roy Lee Bushart of Memphis, TN. Momma C also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded on death by her sister, Glenda Byrd, and a grandson, John Beaird. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 29 at Maury City Church Of God, 6930 State Hwy 88, Maury City, TN with Bro. Rowdy Davis officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, 356 Archer's Chapel Rd, Halls, TN following the service. Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 29 from 11:00 am. until service time at Maury City Church Of God. Pallbearers for the service will be Josh Davis, Joe Beaird, Daniel Beaird, Matthew Beaird, Eddie Bushart, Jeremiah Byrd, Lucas Bushart and Ryan Bushart. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crockett Co. NOAH, P.O. Box 94, Alamo, TN 38001 Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 29. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Church of God 6930 State Hwy 88 Maury City, TN 38050 Service MAY 29. 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Church of God 6930 State Hwy 88 Maury City, TN 38050
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June 02, 1927 – May 26, 2019
H arry Prestley Smith was born on June 2, 1927 in Richardsville, Kentucky to Carter and Harley Smith. He was the 17th child born to his mother and the 20th born to his father. The family moved to Evansville, Indiana; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; then to Louisville, Kentucky. Two other siblings joined the family.
After living in Louisville, Harry, along with siblings Carter Jr, Fannie, and Billie, attended St. Vincent's Academy, a Catholic boarding school, in Henderson, Kentucky. At the end of Harry's third grade year, Mr. Smith gave his children the choice to remain living in Louisville or to move to Dyersburg, Tennessee. The children thought Dyersburg sounded like some exotic place a long distance away, so along with the fact the y did not want to remain at the boarding school, they made their choice and were on the road to Tennessee.
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August 07, 1937 – May 25, 2019
Patricia Louise Campbell, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Canterbury Place.
She was born on August 7, 1937, in Ashport, TN to the late Paul and Bessie Jones Williams. Patricia was a retired insurance agent and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She loved raising vegetable gardens, yard work and traveling with her husband.
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January 13, 1968 – May 25, 2019
Wesley Ronald Blankenship, 51, of Hernando, MS, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019.
He was born on January 13, 1968, in Chicago, IL, to the late Ronald and Ruth Justice Blankenship. Wesley was a plumber and an avid fisherman. He was a member of Longview Church and the Men's Bible Study Group in Hernando, MS, but had previously been attending Riverwoods Church in Dyersburg, TN.
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September 21, 1945 – May 25, 2019
Charles Edward Barham, 73, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on September 21, 1945, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Shelley and Ola Mae Burkhead Barham. Charles was a retired paramedic for Dyersburg Regional Hospital, where he worked for over 30 years.
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September 10, 1937 – May 25, 2019
Robert Junior Epperson, of Lenox, TN, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 at his residence. Born September 10, 1937 at RoEllen, TN, he was the son of the late Bethel and Charlie Epperson. He was a retired employee of Oldberg Manufacturing Company and Dyersburg Fabrics . Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 31, 2019 at the Lenox Church of God of Prophecy officiated by Brother David Prince. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 30, 2019, from 5:00 until 8:00 at Curry Funeral Home. He is survived by Lila Epperson, his wife of 60 years; two sons, Jeff Epperson and wife Teresa of Dyersburg and Tony Epperson and wife Kelly of Lenox; and one sister, Minnie Frances Sawyer. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Lee Epperson and wife Amanda, Jamie Dennis and wife Kayla, Tiffaney French, and Tracey French; and, five great-grandchildren: Robbie Epperson, Hannah French, Linley Dennis, Landon Dent and Jayden Lemonds; and a host of nephews and nieces. Artie French, Chris White, James Alexander, Keith Anderson, David Haddock and Brad Studard will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Estel White and Jim Grantham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: John Epperson and James Epperson; and two sisters: Pauline Sawyer and Ila Mae Weaver. We are privileged and honored to serve the Epperson family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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November 19, 1942 – May 24, 2019
. Dorothy Jean Lemons Clark, 76, passed away at her home in Halls on Friday May 24th. 2019. She was the daughter of the late John R. and the late Geraldine (White) Lemons. Dorothy was a restaurant owner for most all of her life. In 1972, she started the original Tiger Grill. After selling the business she opened up Clark's Grocery, which later became known as DJ'S Diner and Deli. She ran DJ's very successfully for 35 years, until her health forced her retirement. Many fond memories where made at this little restaurant, as well as some lifelong relationships. Dorothy is survived by a daughter; Tammy (Ty) Brasfield of Halls, a son; Jimmy (Sherry) Clark of Friendship, and a special niece, whom she helped raise, Valerie Hargett of Halls. She is also survived by two step-daughters: Dinah Clark of Halls and Kay (Bill) Harber of Paris,TN. Dorothy leaves behind a sister; Jewel Dean (Bobbie) Raines of Leesburg, Al and two brothers: Dale Lemons of Ripley, and Bill (Cathy) Lemons of Gates,TN. Mamaw, as she was so lovingly referred to, leaves eight grandchildren: Magean (Stephen) Stephenson, Katie (Hunter) Newsome, Taylor (Dylan) Coleman, John Tyler Brasfield, Leann (Ryan) Hagen, Laura (Jason) Lee, Christy (Steven) Pledge, and Joseph (Katie) Brown. She was also blessed to have nine great-grandchildren, and one more on the way, thanks to Katie and Hunter Newsome. Dorothy also leaves behind a host of other family members and friends who she loved and who loved her. She was preceded in death by a sister; Mary Ann Riley, and three brothers: J.R. Lemons, Robin Lemons and Jerry Kenneth Lemons. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm Wednesday May 29th. 2019 at the Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN. Funeral Services will be held at 2pm. May 30th, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, with her nephew, Bro. Jerry Lemons officiating. Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery in Gates. Halls Funeral Home has charge. 731-836-7111 Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 29. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 30. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 04, 1951 – May 24, 2019
Sandra Sue Rushing, 67, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on September 4, 1951, in Chicago, IL, to the late Noble and Barbara Ann Hopper Ogden. Sandra was a homemaker.
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November 13, 1942 – May 24, 2019
Jerry Cantrell, 76, of Dyersburg, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at his daughters residence. Born November 13, 1942, he was the son of the late Edward Leon and Kate Lucille Sweat Cantrell. He was retired business owner of Budget Battery and proudly served his county in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by two daughters, Angela Jones (David) of Dyersburg, Donna White (Steve) of Valparaiso, IN; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
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May 01, 1957 – May 24, 2019
Christine “Chris” Jones Parker, 62, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born May 1, 1957, she was the daughter of Peggy Jones the late Newman “Skipper” Jones. She was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. She is survived by her son, Justin Parker and her mother, Peggy Jones, both of Dyersburg. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Parker and two brothers, Newman “Ted” Jones and James Gordon Jones. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Parker and Jones family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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July 01, 1935 – May 23, 2019
Doris Ann Fitzhugh, age 83, of Halls passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Alamo Nursing Home in Alamo, TN. Doris was born July 1, 1935 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Hal Blanton and the late Maurine Virginia (Moore) McBride. Doris was a clerical worker, serving as a cashier for many years. She is survived by her husband, James Fitzhugh. She also leaves three daughters; Connie Moore of Halls, Beth Cunningham of Halls, TN and Lisa Kendrick of Brownsville, TN. Doris is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Doris was preceded in death by a son, Timothy "Bubba" Hendrix and a brother, Donald McBride. The funeral will be held 4:00 pm on Friday, May 24 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 24 from 1pm until service time, at Halls Funeral Home. . Cemetery Details Mt. Vernon Cemetery Dyersburg, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 24. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 24. 4:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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March 15, 1931 – May 23, 2019
Dimple Quinn, 88, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at VanAyer Manor Nursing Center in Martin, TN.
She was born on March 15, 1931, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late John Burton Gillam and Eva Gray Edwards Gillam. Dimple was a homemaker and was also a former AVON Representative. She attended First United Pentecostal Church.
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November 08, 1941 – May 23, 2019
Sonja L. Gregson, 77, of Trenton, died Thursday, May 23, 2019 at her residence. Born November 8, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Lee and Viola Brackin Gregson. She was disabled and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mickey Dodd with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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August 29, 1963 – May 22, 2019
Roy Thomas Cross, age 55, of Ripley died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Roy was born August 29, 1963 in Chicago, IL. He is the son of the late Donald and the late Beatrice Fisher Cross. He is survived by his wife: Gail Renee (Ellis) Cross and one daughter: Jamie Spaulding of Ripley, TN; Roy leaves two sisters Mary Grace and Linda Cross both of Southaven, MS. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery , Henning on Sunday, May 26 at 2:00 pm. . Cemetery Details Bethlehem Cemetery Henning, TN
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October 13, 1942 – May 22, 2019
Sandra Neisler, 76, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at the home of her grandson in Trenton. Born October 13, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Richard E. Light and Lillian Brown. She was a retired farmer. She was married 56 years to the late Hubert Alton Neisler.
Graveside funeral services will be Friday, May 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Mayfield Cemetery in Trenton, TN officiated by Reverend David Powell. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery at 10:30 a.m.
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January 12, 2007 – May 21, 2019
Landon Parker Hughes, 12, of Finley, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 as the result of injuries sustained in a car accident.
Landon was born on January 12, 2007, in Dyersburg to his loving parents, Andy Hughes and Georgia Hughes.
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July 19, 1961 – May 21, 2019
John P. "Phil" Rhodes, 57, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on July 19, 1961, in Memphis, TN, to Kay Harrington Baker and John Phillip Rhodes, Jr. Phil was retired from the traffic office with Colonial Rubber. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and loved water skiing.
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September 21, 1941 – May 18, 2019
Linda Hall Gooch Linda Hall Gooch, age 77 of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, May 18th at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was born on September 21st, 1941 in Halls, TN to the late William Bernard and Mae Bell Hall. She was a 1959 graduate of Halls High School. Linda was a Homemaker and the wife of Kenneth E. Gooch for nearly 60 years. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth E. Gooch, of Jackson; One daughter Stephanie Lynn Allen (Darin) of Jackson: three sons, William Kenneth (Patricia), and Jeffrey Stanton (Christy) of Jackson, and Ronald Winston, of Milan: Five grandchildren, Michael Gooch (Ambur), Kimberly Sellers (Jonathan), Madison Rogers (Morris), Kayla Gooch, and Kaleigh Allen, all of Jackson: 7 great grandchildren, all of Jackson. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 pm on Wednesday, May 22nd at Halls Cemetery in Halls, Tn. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040
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July 30, 1932 – May 18, 2019
Doris Crum Swafford, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Canterbury Place.
She was born on July 30, 1932, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Shelby and Edith Rainey Crum. Doris was retired from Sylvania. She was a member of the Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she taught Sunday School Class. Doris also loved being with her grandchildren.
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December 15, 1946 – May 16, 2019
Danny Basil Burns, age 72, of Ripley died Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Danny was born December 15, 1946 in Lauderdale County , TN. He is the son of the late James Basil and the late Velma Thurmond Burns. Danny was a retired veteran of the Tennessee Air National Guard with 23 years of service. He is survived by one daughter: Kristy Richards and one son Jeremy Burns both of Newbern, TN. Brother of one sister: Doris Simpson of Ripley, TN and three brothers: Roger Burns of Ripley, TN, Rickey Burns of Munford, TN and Marty Burns of Dyersburg, TN. Danny also leaves 3 grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 18 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tim Smartt officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, May 18 from 12-2 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 18. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 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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August 30, 1919 – May 15, 2019
Richard Harold R.H. "Red" Bond, 99, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Harborview of Dyersburg.
He was born on August 30, 1919 in Trenton, TN in Gibson County, to the late Guy Ransom Bond and the late Essie Yates Ward Bond. R.H. was a retired plant supervisor with for South Central Bell, where he worked for 43 years. In 1960 he was a Lay Leader for the United Methodist Church in Memphis. "Red" was a delegate to the United Methodist Jurisdictional Conference for 44 years and was also a delegate to the United Methodist General Conference for 36 years. He served on various General Conference Committees, including Evangelism, Native American and Episcopacy Committee. R.H. was twice honored by the United Methodist Church Annual Conference with Harry Denman Award for Outstanding Layman Evangelism and also traveled throughout the United States as a layman speaker for the United Methodist Church. He was a member of: Gideons for 10 years, Masons, Lions Club, Jaycees, Men's Tell Others Prayer Breakfast for 60 + years, Boy Scouts of America and the Annual Dyer County American Heart Association Fund Raising Chairman in 1962. In 1944 he volunteered for the United States Marines and was assigned to the 5th Regiment of the 1st Marine Division. He served in World War II in the South Pacific and China as a communication specialist and was trained in heavy weapons (invasion of Okinawa). Many people in this area know "Red" for his creation of fine wood carpentry. He cut the tree, milled the log, cured the wood, and created museum quality furniture. He enjoyed his woodworking hobby until the age of 95. "Red" delighted neighbors and friends with his gardening specialty of home-grown tomatoes and kept a garden and greenhouse growing a variety of vegetables throughout his life.
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