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June 08, 1941 – March 21, 2019
Joe G. Dickey, 77, of Tiptonville, died Thursday, March 21, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born June 8, 1941, he was the son of the late Reuben and Estelle Hamilton Dickey. He was a retired school teacher and a former U.S. Forest Service Crew Boss.
Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 25, 2019 at Ebenezer Cemetery in Troy.
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November 09, 1949 – March 20, 2019
Tansil Lee Phillips, age 69 of Halls, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Patricia Dudley Phillips and the son of the late James and Hazel Hilliard Phillips. Mr. Phillips retired from Forcum Lannom in 1980 where he worked for 12 years. Once his retirement he decided to get into the law enforcement. He began this career in 1980 and worked for the Tennessee Highway Patrol as a Sergeant until his retirement in 2008. There will be a celebration of life service Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 2 PM with a three hour visitation prior to the services starting at 11 AM at Halls Funeral Home at 109 N Church St, Halls, TN. Mr. Phillips is also survived by one daughter, Tabitha Criswell Haynes and her husband Tim of Halls; a son, Keith Phillips and his wife Tamara of Trenton; grandchildren, Tyler, Josie, Brendan "BB", Randall, Tyler Keith, Candice, Chloe, and Xander; two great-grandchildren; one very special niece, Becky Jones and her husband Ricky; and one great niece, Macey Jones. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111 Previous Events Calling Hours MAR 23. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service MAR 23. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 16, 1971 – March 20, 2019
Gregory Earl Enochs, 47, of Finley, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on July 16, 1971, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Eugene "Snuffy" Enochs and the late Barbara Faye Henry Enochs. Gregory was a farmer for Chuck Smith Farms and worked for Poly-One for 26 years.
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December 24, 1937 – March 17, 2019
Robert Dale Bloomquist, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Born the only child of Ralph A. and Eva (Zumwalt) Bloomquist, December 24, 1937 at Iroquois Memorial Hospital in Watseka, IL. He graduated from Donovan Grade School and Donovan High School, Donovan, IL in 1955. Served in the US Navy from October 1955 till September 1958. Worked at Caterpillar, East Peoria, IL, retiring from there in March 1992 with over 31 years of service. While at Caterpillar, he graduated from the Machine Shop Trainee Apprentice Course in January 1966. He owned and operated PMOS, Inc from 1992 till end of 2005. While operating PMOS, he worked on machines at several Mid-South Manufacturing Plants. He was a member of the Dyersburg Church of God.
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April 06, 1943 – March 17, 2019
Barbara Spain, 75, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, March 17, 2019 at Regional One in Memphis. Born April 6, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Buddy Clois and Flossie Monnete Dillingham Sandlin. She was a homemaker and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ.
She is survived by two daughters, Angela Jones (David) of Dyersburg, Donna White (Steve) of Valparaiso, IN; one brother, Ron Sandlin (Judy) of Barlett; four grandchildren, Ashley Placencia, Zachary White, Sarah White, Steven White; seven great-grandchildren; and one step-grandson, Daniel Spain.
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October 15, 1934 – March 16, 2019
Jerry Kenneth Lemons, age 84, formally of Gates, TN died Saturday, March 16, 2019 at The Manor Nursing Home in Poplar Bluff , MO. He was born October 15, 1934 in Curve, TN. Jerry was the son of the late John Rufus and the late Geraldine (White) Lemons. He married Joy Studard on February 14, 1959. Jerry was a Laborer, Construction worker, Carpenter and a Concrete Finisher. He also served in the National Guard. Jerry is survived by his lovely wife of 60 years: Joy (Studard) Lemons, of Poplar Buff, MO, one son: Jerry Lynn Lemons of Poplar Bluff, MO; Brother of two sisters: Dorothy Jean Clark of Halls, TN and Jewel Dean Rains of Leesburg, AL, and two brothers: Dale Lemons of Ripley, TN and Bill Lemons of Gates, TN. He also leaves behind two grandchildren, a grandson, Jonathon Lemons, a granddaughter, Gabrielle Epps and 3 great-grandchildren, all of Poplar Bluff, MO. Jerry was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann Riley, and two brothers, J.R. Lemons and Robin Lemons. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ron Scott and Bro. Ronnie Ethridge officiating. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley, TN following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, March 19 from 11:00 am until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Ripley Memorial Gardens Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours MAR 19. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 19. 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 22, 1947 – March 16, 2019
Jackie Allen Deason, 72, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on January 22, 1947, in Osceola, AR, to the late Willie and Leona Kendazora Deason. Jackie was a jailer for the Lake County Sheriff's Office and also worked at Colonial Rubber for 46 1/2 years. He was a member of the Tiptonville Fire Department, where he was a captain and the safety instructor and was a member of the Rescue Squad. Jackie was an EMT for the Lake County Ambulance Service at its inception and as a young man he was a farmer. He received an award from the American Red Cross for his numerous blood donations. Jackie was a member of the Tiptonville First Pentecostal Church and a member of the Tiptonville Masonic Lodge. Jackie was true to everyone he met and was the best Papa that a grandson could ever want.
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April 14, 1929 – March 13, 2019
Elizabeth Clark White, 89, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on April 14, 1929, in Houston, MS, to the late James and Rosa Wooldridge Clark. Elizabeth was a retired branch manager of First Citizens National Bank and was a member of Miller's Chapel Church of Christ. She enjoyed traveling, hiking and cooking. Elizabeth loved her grandchildren.
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July 14, 1929 – March 12, 2019
Born to Elza P. and Pearl Sawyers Cummings on July 14, 1929 in Gibson County, Marie went to be with her Lord on March 12, 2019.
She was a long-time member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she taught Sunday School and LOGOS Classes. Being a long-time member of CPW, she was chosen as a Patron Member in 2012. Marie was a member of Lydia Circle, serving at times in the roles of President and Secretary. She was also a member of the Lola Summers Sunday School Class serving in different capacities. As a charter member of the Keenagers, she served in several positions. She enjoyed playing in the Tuesday and Thursday Bridge Clubs. She enjoyed China Painting and was a member of the West TN Porcelain Guild serving as Secretary. Being a long-time member of the Women's Club, where she served as Secretary Treasurer, she also became a charter member of the former Junior Women's Club. Marie was also an avid seamstress. She sewed clothes for several children, even having some of them to model her clothes in the Dyer County Fair.
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April 07, 1932 – March 12, 2019
Janet Elise Flatt Anderson, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at her residence.
She was born on April 7, 1932, in Trimble, TN, to the late Lofton Aubrey Flatt and the late Ruby Pearl Boane Flatt. Janet attended Cornerstone Church of God, was a Sunday School Teacher and an avid Christian, whose spiritual birth was on February 16, 1947 and she received the Holy Ghost on May 5, 1949. She was a graduate of Dyersburg High School Class of 1950. Earlier in her life, she was a manager of K.W. Rogers Depot Grocery. In 1974 until the present time she was an LPN, where she worked for 29 years for Dr. W.I. Thornton.
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November 19, 1954 – March 12, 2019
Linda Vaughn McCreary, 64, of Union City, formerly of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at her residence. Born November 19, 1954, she was the daughter of the late J.L. Vaughn and Marilyn June Boling. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her daughter, Kelsey McCreary (Scott Mundy) of Winter Haven, FL; one sister, Laura Hale (Glen) of Union City; one brother Russ Vaughn (Jennifer) of Dyersburg; and her bonus mom, Ruby Vaughn of Dyersburg.
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August 30, 2018 – March 09, 2019
Jacob Kyle Pike Jr. infant son of Justine Keely Fowler and Jacob Kyle Pike Sr. of Ripley, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at B M H- Tipton of Covington, TN. Jacob was born August 30, 2018 in Covington, TN. Along with his parents, Jacob is survived by his sister, Morgan Brooke Pike; brother, Carter Kyle Pike; grandmother, Elizabeth Butterworth of Ripley; grandfather, Chris Fowler of Paris; grandmother, Sarah Pike of Ripley; grandfather, Mike Pike of Ripley; great-grandparents, Steve and Reba Hardy of Ripley; great-grandparents, Larry and Barbara Fowler of Ripley; great-grandmother, Lula Mae Simpson of Ripley; and great-grandfather, Billy Wright of Ripley. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, March 14 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tracy Henson officiating. Burial will be in Mary's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, March 14 from 12pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Mary's Chapel Cemetery 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063 Previous Events Visitation MAR 14. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 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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March 11, 1927 – March 09, 2019
Mr. David Oneal Gitchell, 91, of Ripley, TN. passed away on Saturday, March 9th, 2019, surrounded by family and friends at Bailey Park Community Living Facility in Humboldt, TN. He was just 2 days away from celebrating his 92nd. birthday. He was a retired employee of Tennessee Die Casting, Revell Construction Company and Volz Construction Company. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Gitchell was born on March 11th. 1927 in Ripley,TN. He was married to Doris Irene Kelley of Ripley,TN on August 13th, 1949 in Hernando,MS. They were married 64 years until her passing on December 24th,2013. Mr. David is survived by: four daughters; Beverly (Bob) Benedict of Humboldt,TN Cathy (Barry) Webster of Corbin, KY, Patricia (Donald) Sanders of Dayton, OH and Melodie (Fredrick) Hill of Parsons, TN. One son: David (Jennifer) Gitchell of Ripley,TN. Ten grandchildren: Heather (David) Powell, Anna (Chris) Hart, Amy (Brian Cristallino) Miotti, Susan (Chad) Arwood, Jeremy (Cara Beard) Webster, Byron (Libbi) Sanders, Jonathan Sanders, Jessica (Diego) Moreno, Nathan (Helen Long) Crumley, and Caitlyn Gitchell. Nineteen great-grandchildren: Kara (Bradley) Mathews, Mary (Jacob Knapp) Powell, Madelyn Powell, Jacob (Ashlie) Simpson, Dylan Simpson, Savannah Hart, Gage Hart, Hailee Bridges, Dalton Miotti, Callie Arwood, Zach Arwood, Hayden Sanders, Addison Sanders, Kinsley Sanders, Caleb Sanders, Meili Moreno, Natalie Moreno, Romeo Charles Moreno and Sophia Sanders. Three great,great-grandchildren: Katie Mathews, Charlotte Matthews and Isaac Simpson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Irene Kelley; his parents, William David Gitchell and Dolly Harrison Gitchell; his infant daughter, Gloria Ann Gitchell and great-grandson, Colby Arwood. Mr David was also preceded in death by all of his siblings. Sisters: Alma Gitchell Koonce, Lois Gitchell Haislip, Effie Gitchell Koonce Haynes, Edna Gitchell Reese Wilson and Agnes Gitchell King Gibson. Brothers: Lewis Gitchell, Henry Gitchell, Harvey Gitchell, Thomas Gitchell (infant), and Half Siblings: Ira Gitchell and Sammie Gitchell. Visitation is scheduled for Friday March 15th from 10:30 am until the service time at 1pm at Abundant Life Church, (2131 US Hwy. 51, Ripley,TN 38063) where they were members for many years. Burial will follow in the Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorial gifts be made to the Abundant Life Church (2131 US Hwy 51, Ripley,TN 38063) or to Bailey Park Community Living Facility-Recreation/Activities Department( 2400 E. Mitchell Street, Humboldt,TN 38343) Thank you in advance for celebrating this precious life with us. Previous Events Visitation MAR 15. 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Abundant Life Church Ripley, TN Service MAR 15. 1:00 PM (CT) Abundant Life Church Ripley, TN
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October 14, 1938 – March 09, 2019
Faye Carolyn Pierce Wright, age eighty, passed away on March 9, 2019 at 4:20 PM while in hospice care at Shelby Gardens Senior Care Community in Cordova, TN. She was born October 14, 1938, in Blytheville, AR to Robin and Faye Pierce. Faye was the widow of Richard Wright of Tiptonville, TN, whom she married on September 1, 1957 at First Baptist Church in Dyersburg, TN. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Robin and Faye Pierce and one brother, Jerry Pierce of Dyersburg. Faye is survived by one daughter, Abbe Wright Anderson (Jeff); one son, Richard Pierce Wright, and one beloved granddaughter, Katy Abraham, all of Memphis. She is also survived by a brother, Dr. Robin Pierce (Frankie) of Athens, TN; one sister, Dr. Betty Pierce Hendrickson (Tim) of Tullahoma, TN; one sister-in-law, Mary Pierce of Houston, TX; and her best buddy, Eula Horrell (Rob) of Memphis, TN.
The children of Faye's siblings were especially close to Aunt Faye. Jeff Pierce, Lee Pierce, Michelle Chewning, Penny Kilpatrick and Scott Johnson, along with their spouses and children have lived under the loving umbrella of Aunt Faye's house with a multitude of visits, extended stays, and holidays over the years. Faye was a great cook and was happiest when family filled the house.
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February 23, 1957 – March 08, 2019
JoAnne Kaye Ward, 62, of Dyersburg, died Friday, March 8, 2019 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. Born February 23, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Roy B. and Dorothy Dean Ward. She was a homemaker.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 11, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Pastor David Prince with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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December 08, 1936 – March 07, 2019
Thomas Lynn Burns, age 82, of Halls died Friday, March 8, 2019 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Thomas was born December 8, 1936 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Mose Tommy and the late Sylvia Inez (Moore) Burns. He was a business owner and operator of B&T body shop in Halls. He is survived by one daughter: Carrie Burns (Pete) Goforth of Ripley, TN and one son: Thomas Randy (Susan) Burns of Halls, TN. Brother of one sister: Sylvia Jean Gray of Halls, TN. He also leaves 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Charlene Burns and by his daughter, Michelle Anderson and two sons Brad Burns and Ricky Burns. Visitation will be 5-8pm Monday March 11,2019 at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls TN 38040. Services will be held 10am Tuesday March 12, 2019 Halls Funeral Home. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates,TN. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Previous Events Visitation MAR 11. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 12. 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 16, 1944 – March 06, 2019
Joan Carolyn Owens, 74, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville, TN.
She was born on May 16, 1944, in Cloverdale, TN, to the late J.W. and Jewel Mitchell Green. Joan was a retired administrative assistant for Inland Dredging and was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ. She was a member of several singing music clubs, including the McDowell Music Club and the Dyersburg Choral Society.
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April 17, 1973 – March 06, 2019
Bobby Dwayne Blair, 45, of Trenton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on April 17, 1973, in Dyersburg, TN. Bobby was an employee of Pictsweet.
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November 30, 1935 – March 05, 2019
Billy Dean Belew, age 83, of Ripley, formerly of Milan, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at West TN Healthcare of Dyersburg, TN. Billy was born November 30, 1935 in Milan, TN. He is the son of the late Gordon Blake and the late Morine (Crocker) Belew. He was married to Judy Olds. Billy was a retired truck driver and United States Marine Corps veteran. He is survived by his wife: Judy (Olds) Belew, a daughter, Kristy Richards of Newbern,TN three sons: Michael Belew of Memphis, TN, Jeff Belew of Henderson, TN, and Jeremy Burns of Newbern,TN. He also leaves a sister, Birtie Higdon of Springville, AL. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Billy was preceded in death by a grandson, Zackery Belew and brother Charles Belew from Milan ,TN. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Monday, March 11th at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Hershey Schaffner officiating. Burial will follow in the Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday, March 11th. from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association ALZ.org. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours MAR 11. 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 11. 12:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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February 23, 1943 – March 05, 2019
Linda Cates Warren Evans, 76, of Memphis, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.
She was born on February 23, 1943, in Linden, TN, to the late Elmo and Ruby Cates Warren. Linda was a homemaker.
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April 09, 1930 – March 04, 2019
Clare M. Algee, 88, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2019 at Reelfoot Manor and Rehabilitation.
She was born on April 9, 1930, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, to the late C.B. and Mabel Warren Makin. Clare was a retired teacher for the Lake County School System, where she taught for 42 years. She was a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ and was a graduate of David Lipscomb University.
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October 18, 1954 – March 04, 2019
Donna K. Johnson, 64, of Halls, died Monday, March 4, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born October 18, 1954, she is the daughter of the late Walter Alonzo and Mary Katherine Simpson Hudson. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Eber Johnson; one daughter, Tracy Lynn Williams of Gates; two grandchildren, Nathan Alonzo Sissom, Angela Katherine Stevens; and one sister, Patsy Reasons of Dyersburg.
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January 22, 1943 – March 02, 2019
Lorene Hopie Watson, 76, of Holladay, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born January 22, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Syble Pate Moser.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 6th in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mark Coggins with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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September 25, 1958 – February 27, 2019
Melvin Glen McCall, 60, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on September 25, 1958, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Melvin Bervin McCall and the late Virginia Louis Ramey McCall. Melvin was retired from Choctaw Transportation.
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May 27, 1944 – February 26, 2019
Patricia Louise Nelson, age 74, of Halls died Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Patricia was born May 27, 1944 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late James Edward and the late Genease (Alley) Hartsfield. She is survived by two daughters: Sherry Sauber of Jefferson, GA and Tabatha Gwaltney of Halls, TN, and one son: David Nelson of Halls, TN; Sister of three sisters: Shirley Boyd of Byhalia, MS, Frances Hutcherson of Halls, TN and Kathy Hartsfield of Big Sandy, TN, and two brothers: James Hartsfield of Ripley, TN and Carl Hartsfield of Big Sandy, TN. Patricia also leaves 10 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by her Son, Charles Nelson, sister, Irene Henson, and sister, Liddie Butler. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, March 1 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Donnie Reed officiating. Burial will be in Greenhill Memorial Gardens. Calling hours will be Thursday, February 28 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls,TN. Previous Events Visitation FEB 28. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 1. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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October 16, 1966 – February 26, 2019
John Kevin Lynch, age 52, of Ripley died Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital in Jackson, TN. John was born October 16, 1966 in Belleville, IL. He is the son of the late William Norman and Evelyn (Grosklaus) Lynch, II. John proudly served his country in the Army/National Guard during the Operation Dessert Storm. During his service he was awarded the following, Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Sharpshooter (Granade), Expert (Rifle). He was a farmer and currently employed by Ford Construction. John is survived by his wife: Debbie Elaine (King) Lynch , three daughters: Amy Hall of Halls, TN, Casey Webster, Ashley Arthur both of Ripley, TN, two sons: Rodney Luttrell of Gates, TN and Ryan Luttrell of Ripley, TN and a brother, Billy Lynch of Ripley, TN. John also leaves behind 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James Lynch. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Dr. Tom Perkins officiating. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery, Halls, TN following the service. Calling hours will be Friday, March 1 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours MAR 1. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 2. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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April 18, 1965 – February 26, 2019
Cynthia Lynette Sipes, 53, of Dyersburg, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on April 18, 1965, in Dyersburg, TN, to Kay Scroggins Armstrong and the late James Lewis Smith. Cynthia was a bookkeeper for Security Locksmith. She was a member of the Dyersburg Moose Women's Auxiliary and loved to cook, crochet and play pool. Cynthia was a wonderful daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. She loved to entertain her grandchildren.
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October 19, 1955 – February 25, 2019
Ivey Leonard Hall, 63, of Bogota, TN, passed away on Monday, February 25, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on October 19, 1955, in Bogota, TN, to the late Richard Leonard Hall and the late Helen Mae Lytle Hall. Ivey was a farmer.
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March 27, 1934 – February 23, 2019
Dorothy Lowery Hollomon, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Bells Nursing Home.
She was born on March 27, 1934, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Floyd and Lucy Kate Pruitt Lowery. Dorothy was a homemaker. She was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ and a member of the Garden Club.
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October 26, 1928 – February 23, 2019
Howard Guthrie, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, peacefully joined his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 23, 2019. He was born in Graves County, Kentucky, on October 26, 1928. He was the oldest of five brothers and one foster brother. He grew up on a farm and went to county schools where he was introduced to basketball. In the eighth grade he played in the first game he ever saw. He played ball for Wingo High School for four years and when he was graduated, he was offered a scholarship to Holmes Junior College in Goodman, Mississippi. From there he was recruited by Casey Vincent to play for Bethel College in McKenzie, Tennessee, where he earned his B.S. Degree. About that time Dyersburg High School was in need of a men's basketball coach so G.D. Stephenson hired him as the head coach. He taught and coached at DHS for twelve years and took his team to the Regional Tournament ten times. In 1967 Howard changed directions when he became the principal of Lake County High School in Tiptonville. He left there in 1970 to become the headmaster of Fayette Academy in Somerville. In 1973 Howard and the family moved back to Dyersburg and bought Boyd's Men's Store. He said his boys were becoming teenagers and he wanted to be closer to home. He and his boys spent a lot of time together in the store he named Guthrie's Men's Store. In 1985 Dr. Karen Bowyer gave Howard the opportunity to work for Dyersburg State Community College as a recruiter for the college and as a coach. When he started as the coach, the program was struggling. However, during his ten-year tenure the teams became well-respected in Region 7 and were one of the nation's highest scoring junior college teams. Howard loved the people of Dyersburg and Dyer County. He said that there was no better place to live. He came to Dyersburg in 1954 as a teacher and coach and stayed as an active member of the community. He served as alderman for twenty years and was a Rotarian with 35 plus years of perfect attendance. Howard was an active deacon at First Baptist Church, Dyersburg, for over fifty years. Then he was honored to be named deacon emeritus. For many years he taught Sunday School and later in life he enjoyed the fellowship of the men in the Biblos Life Group led by Buck Tarpley. Another part of his life at church was singing in the choir for over fifty years. Many Sundays he would sing bass in a quartet number led by Rodney Henry. In more recent years Rodney started a group called the Men's Chorale made up of Baptist men who liked to sing together – talented musicians (or not). He would book them into a 'gig,' as he called it, in any place where they were invited. Howard loved singing with them. After retiring from coaching, Howard volunteered with Habitat for Humanity for 20 years with his friend and neighbor Charles James and many others. He had a small part in helping to build over 20 Habitat houses. Howard is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ida Ryland Guthrie, his sons George H. Guthrie (Pat) of Vancouver, Canada, David P. Guthrie (Kim) and John "Al" Guthrie (Penny); grandchildren Rebecca Parker (Buckley), Ryland Guthrie, Catherine Reinhard (Adam), Joshua Guthrie, Anna Guthrie, Erin Terry (David), MacKenzie Guthrie, Kody Howard and Sara Jo Fountain (Jake); great-grandchildren Jay, Hayden, Will and Andalyn. He is also survived by his brothers Gilliam Guthrie (Betty) of Mayfield, Kentucky, Larry Guthrie (Reta) of Paducah, Kentucky, and his brother-in-law Porter Ryland (Joan) of Dyersburg and sister-in-law Tommie Strack of Midland, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents Euin and Annie Guthrie, his brothers Harold "Sonny" Guthrie and E. C. "Junior Guthrie, and Raymond Strand, a foster brother. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27 in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Thursday, February 28, also in the sanctuary. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, Habitat for Humanity, or a charity of the donor's choice. The family wishes to express gratitude to anyone who visited or expressed kindness to Howard while he was sick. We especially thank his faithful caregivers Tonya Moten and Evon Seiber.
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August 17, 1952 – February 23, 2019
Billy Dale Winchester, Sr., 66, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
He was born on August 17, 1952, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Melvin and Oneith Hollingsworth Winchester. Billy was a retired employee of Heckethorn Manufacturing.
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May 31, 1935 – February 23, 2019
J.D. Dunavant, 83, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on May 31, 1935, in Decaturville, TN, to the late Sammie Dunavant and Gertie Lomax Fox. J.D. was a retired supervisor for Colonial Rubber Works. He loved fishing, camping, boating and water skiing. J.D. served his country in the United States Army.
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June 23, 1946 – February 23, 2019
Serena Blurton, 72, of Tiptonville, died Saturday, February 23, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born June 23, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Letcher T. and Christine Ellen Poole Bumpous. She was a minister at Powerhouse Church of God.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Robert Davis with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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May 01, 1927 – February 20, 2019
Earl Stevens, Jr., 91, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Regional One in Memphis.
He was born on May 1, 1927, in Houston, MS, to the late Earl Stevens, Sr. and the late Jimmie Bennett Stevens. Earl was a district manager for Life of Georgia Insurance and was a very active member of First Baptist Church. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of Al Chymia Shrine. Earl served his country in the United States Army.
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Billie Tolar Underwood, 79, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on October 2, 1939, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Willard Earl Tolar and the late Lyda Mae Tatum Tolar. Billie was a retired office manager for Dr. Moore and Dr. Caylor. She was also a member of Glendale Church of Christ.
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February 19, 2019
Geneva Harrell, 92, of Meadows Place, TX, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday at The Hampton at Meadows Place.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Dyersburg Funeral Home.
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November 17, 1943 – February 19, 2019
Mary M. Dennis, 75, of Finley, died Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at her residence. Born November 17, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Ruth Luna Davidson Mary was retired from ERMCO as Human Resources Supervisor. She was a member of Junction Church of God.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Kenny Chessor with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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July 21, 1952 – February 17, 2019
Gary Lee Davis, age 66, of Halls died Sunday, February 17, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Gary was born July 21, 1952 in Lauderdale Co. He is the son of the late Spencer and the late Effie (Olds) Davis. He served in the Army during the Vietnam war. He is survived by two daughters: Michelle Weber of Nashville, TN and Lynzze Davis of Van Wert, OH, and one son: Spencer Davis of Van Wert, OH; Brother of three sisters: Shelby Jean Day of Hickory Flat, MS, Joyce Etheridge of Ocion, OH and Geneva Riggs of Gates, TN. Gary also leaves 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Michael Woods. Funeral Services will be held at 2pm Friday February 22,2019 at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls TN 38040 with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Visitation beginning at 1pm at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Friendship on Friday, February 22 at 2:00 pm. Previous Events Visitation FEB 22. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service FEB 22. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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April 19, 1933 – February 17, 2019
Miller Alvin Chapman was born to Robert Edward Chapman and Mae Loraine Chapman on April 19th, 1933. He was the fraternal twin to Malvin Chapman. It is unknown which one was born first but the debate loomed until this day.
It was often stated of him by our mom, all with a grin and sometimes a laugh that there was not another one like him. She was right!!!!
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May 25, 1945 – February 16, 2019
Farris Roger Turnbo, 73, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at his residence.
He was born on May 25, 1945, in Bath Springs, TN, to the late William Farris Turnbo and the late Mary Anna Hoskins Turnbo. Farris was a general contractor for Turnbo Construction and was a member of Cottonwood Grove Baptist Church. He also served his country in the United States Army.
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July 20, 1940 – February 13, 2019
Beatrice Cross, age 78, of Gates died Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at home in Gates, Tn. Mrs. Cross was born July 20, 1940 in Truman Ark. She is the daughter of the late James Russell and the late Bernice Fisher. She was married to the late Donald Cross Sr. She was a Homemaker. Mrs. Beatrice Cross was a member of the Gates Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters: Linda Cross of Hernando, MS and Mary Grace of Hernando, MS, and one son: Roy Cross of Ripley, TN. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her son, Donald Cross, Jr.
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July 17, 1938 – February 12, 2019
Betty Darby Hutson, 80, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born July 17, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Mallie and Birdie Plunk Darby. She was retired from Social Security Administration and a member of Sorrells Chapel United Methodist Church.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 14, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend John Lowrance and Reverend Frank Gardner with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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February 22, 1935 – February 12, 2019
Mary Lavenia Woodlan, 83, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born February 22, 1935, she was the daughter of the late William and Helen House Hurst. She was retired from Heckethorn and a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, February 15, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Don Williams with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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March 15, 1938 – February 11, 2019
Wilma Jean Smith, 80, of Dyersburg, TN passed away on Monday, February 11, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on March 15, 1938, in Attica, IN, to the late Woodrow and Gladys Helmerick Nolen. Wilma was a retired nurse and was a homemaker. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg.
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March 06, 1930 – February 11, 2019
Howard W. Sander, Sr., 88, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on March 6, 1930, in Weehawken, N.J., to the late August and Willhemina Sander. Howard was a retired recruiter for the United States Army, where he worked for 22 years. He also served his country in the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Howard was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Newbern, where he served as a Men's Sunday School Teacher for 10 years. He was the owner and operator of Sander's Electronics, was an employee of West Tennessee Communications and also severed several years as an Alderman in Newbern. Howard was a licensed Ham Radio Operator and spent his winters in Florida, where he volunteered with AARP as a Tax Preparation Specialist.
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April 14, 1938 – February 10, 2019
Billy Franklin Adams, age 80, of Friendship died Sunday, February 10, 2019 at West Tennessee Health Care of Dyersburg . Billy was born April 14, 1938 in Dyer Co., TN. He is the son of the late Ophelia Adams. He was a retired employee of the Cotton Mill in Dyersburg. He is survived by his wife: Betty Jean (Beasley) Adams and two daughters: Paige (Tim) Beasley and Lamar Anne (Glen) Weaver both of Dyersburg, TN. Brother of two brothers: James Adams of Dyersburg, TN and Danny Adams of Halls ,TN. Billy also leaves three grandchildren Sayre Williams, William Beasley and John Beasley and four great-grandchildren Rebecah Jackson, Dustin Williams Jr., Benjamin Williams and Hope Williams. Preceded in death by his brother, Edward Adams and a sister Carolyn Riddick. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, February 14 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Mike Lunsford officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, February 13 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation FEB 13. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service FEB 14. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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May 24, 1967 – February 10, 2019
David Dwayne Tippit, 51, of Alpine, CA, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at Sharp's Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, CA.
He was born on May 24, 1967, in Chicago, IL, to Joan Collier Tippit and the late Donald Dwayne Tippit. David was a self-employed painter. He served his country in the United States Air Force.
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March 06, 1967 – February 10, 2019
Karen Lynn Knight-Eakin, 51, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on March 6, 1967, in Union City, TN to Nancy McQuarter Knight and the late Lloyd Eugene Knight. Karen was a homemaker. She loved gardening, doing crafts and cooking for her family.
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