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April 24, 1930 – February 12, 2018
David Tubbs, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on April 24, 1930, in Parsons, TN. David was a laborer for West Tennessee Soybean Mill.
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September 28, 1928 – February 12, 2018
Doris Countess Childress, 89, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Signature Healthcare of Ridgely.
She was born on September 28, 1928, in Dyer County, TN, to the late William (Bill) Countess and the late Lola Bennett Countess. Doris was a retired sales clerk for several local clothing stores and was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ. She was an outstanding wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
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March 09, 1932 – February 12, 2018
Mildred Elizabeth Lawrence, 85, of Lavinia formerly of Ridgely, died Monday, February 12, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born March 9, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Willis Edgar and Viola Lynch Gaskins. She was a homemaker and a member of Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy officiated by Pastor Kelly Moore, Pastor Troy Redman and Reverend Clayton Mahan with interment to follow in Antioch Cemetery.
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July 03, 1931 – February 11, 2018
Harold Richard Kay, 86, of Dyersburg, formerly of Union City, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born July 3, 1931 in Rome, Ga. and served during the Korean War in the U.S. Navy and was the first service member to return to his home town of Lindale, Ga. He was a long-time Mason and member of the Al Chymia Shrine Temple and the Scottish Rite. He served as a deacon in the Church of Christ before moving to Dyersburg. He retired after serving as plant manager for Alumax, a division of Alcoa.
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September 17, 1952 – February 10, 2018
Daniel Hayes Fowlkes, 65, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at his residence.
He was born on September 17, 1952, in Dyersburg, TN. Daniel was a retired employee for Fowlkes Concrete. He was also an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman.
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December 02, 1943 – February 08, 2018
Michael Thomas Bryant, 74, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born on December 2, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late George Rufus Bryant and the late Robbie Sue Blakley Bryant. Michael was a winder at Dyersburg Fabrics and attended East Dyersburg Methodist Church.
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January 21, 1932 – February 07, 2018
Tommy Richard Nix, age 86, of Halls died Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at Ripley Healthcare And Rehab of Ripley, TN. Tommy was born January 21, 1932 in Hartselle, AL. He is the son of the late Tommy and the late Cora Nix Sanders. He was a former employee of Maramont Manufacturing and the Town of Halls. He is survived by his wife: Nancy (Erwin) Nix and two daughters: Susan White and Kelly Moore both of Halls, TN. Tommy also leaves a half sister Darlene Ziegler of Decatur, IL. Tommy also leaves 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, February 9 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro.Ron Scott officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, February 9,2018 12pm untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation FEB 9. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service FEB 9. 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 01, 1943 – February 07, 2018
Gary N. Holder, 74, of Ridgely, died Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at his residence. Born April 1, 1943, he is the son of the late Silvan Autman and Mary Lorene Bargery Holder. He was a Baptist and retired mechanic at Wynnburg Tractor Company. Gary was the Land Captain for Lake County Rescue Squad for many years. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
He is survived by one daughter, Toni Holder of Ridgely; one son, Royce Holder (Andria) of Ridgely; five grandchildren, Colton Holder, Braxton Holder, Joshua Holder, Blake Holder and Lilly Holder; two great-grandchildren, Gauge Holder, Addy Holder; and one brother, Kenneth Holder.
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February 08, 1932 – February 06, 2018
Billy Joe Starnes, 85, of Lenox, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on February 8, 1932 in Richwoods, TN, to the late Marvin Starnes and the late Kate Wheat Starnes. Billy was a retired landfill operator for the City of Dyersburg and was a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church.
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August 10, 1955 – February 06, 2018
Marvin Schultz, Jr., 62, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at his residence. Born August 10, 1955, he was the son of the late Marvin B. Schultz, Sr. (5/5/2001) and Florence Tipton Schultz (12/6/2015). Marvin was a farmer, cattleman, and a partner with Schultz Brothers Farms. He was a member of The Tennessee Cattleman Association and The American Soybean Association. Marvin was a fifth generation Dyer Countian, descended from the Light, Tipton, Thomas and OBryan families, all of which played prominent roles in the development of Dyersburg and Dyer County in the 19th century. He was a 1974 graduate of Dyersburg High School, and a 1979 graduate of The University of Tennessee where he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity. Marvin was also a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2018 at the Holy Angels Catholic Church officiated by Father Russ Harbaugh and Deacon Bill Winston with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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March 14, 1939 – February 05, 2018
John Franklin Ellis, 78, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.
He was born on March 14, 1939, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Earl Clarence Ellis and the late Burta Grace Siler Ellis. Mr. John was an electrical engineer for Osram Sylvania and also formerly worked at Union Carbide in Oak Ridge. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a lifelong Methodist as a member of Church Street United Methodist Church in Knoxville.
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September 21, 1971 – February 05, 2018
Melondy Kay Myers, 46, of Dyersburg, lost her third battle with cancer on Monday, February 5, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was a loving mother to three children; Dustin Walls of Ripley, Jamie Walls of Dyersburg, Raven Dallas of Dyer. She was also a caring and nurturing grandmother (Gigi) to five beautiful grandchildren, Bryleigh Walls, Anzleigh Walls, Abigail Staggs, Noah Walls and Eva Qualls. She also leaves her mother, Dora McDonald of Dyersburg and one sister, Michelle Armstrong of Finley. Preceding her passing was her husband and best friend, Keith Myers of Friendship and father, Jimmy Booker of Ripley. Melondy was an employee of the Dyersburg State Gazette.
A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Jeff Hall. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
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February 09, 1940 – February 04, 2018
Bobby Terry, age 77, of Halls died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Bobby was born February 9, 1940 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Arl and the late Edith (Hubbard) Terry. He was a heavy equipment operator. He is survived by his wife: Nadean (Clevenger) Terry one son: Bud (Rhonda) Terry of Halls, TN. Brother of one sister: Sue Dickerson of Pocahontas, AR and one brother: Thomas Terry of Halls, TN; He also has leaves grandson, Brian Terry. Preceded in death by his son, Brian Terry. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 7 at Antioch Cemetery, Antioch Cemetery Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, February 7 from 12:00 untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 7. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service FEB 7. 2:00 PM (CT) Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN
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May 22, 1960 – February 04, 2018
James Gregory Webb, age 57, of Halls died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his home in Halls. Greg was born May 22, 1960 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late James Donald Webb. He is survived by his mother Elsie Mae (Clendenin) Webb, two daughters: Haley Webb and Rhiannon Webb both of Dyersburg, TN, and two sons: Ryan Webb and Frankie Webb both of Dyersburg, TN. Brother of one sister: Teresa Pinson of Jackson, TN and one brother: Don Webb of Franklin, TN. Greg also leaves 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Willa Hoffman. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm. Thursday at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Memorials can be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls,TN 38040 . Previous Events Memorial Service FEB 8. 5:00 PM (CT) Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls, TN
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September 15, 1953 – February 03, 2018
Linda Kay McKee, age 64, of Dyersburg died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Highlands Of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, TN. Linda was born September 15, 1953 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Cecil and the late Dorothy Mitchell. She is survived by one son: Michael Johnson of Troy, TN, and one granddaughter, Madison Johnson of Halls,TN.
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April 11, 1935 – February 03, 2018
Joann Campbell McClure Simpson, 82, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born April 11, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Isaac Floyd and Margaret Olieve Reno Campbell. She was a homemaker and a Baptist.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted officiated by Reverend Paul Hogue. Interment will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Woodhaven Memory Gardens in Millington.
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March 25, 1925 – February 01, 2018
Doris Helen Rhodes Vaughn, age 89 of Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Paris Health Care Center in Paris, Tennessee. She was born March 25, 1928 in Philippy, TN.
Mrs. Vaughn was married to the late Rudolph Vaughn for 64 years. They had one son, Robert D. Vaughn, who survives. Mrs. Vaughn was an active member of Southside Baptist Church in Dyersburg, TN where she taught Sunday School for 25 years. She retired from South Central Bell as a telephone operator with 28 years of service.
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February 13, 1937 – January 31, 2018
Peggy Ann Bryan Shults, 80, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on February 13, 1937, in Chestnut Bluff, TN, to the late L.D. Bryan and the late Lillian Ellis Bryan. Mrs. Peggy was a homemaker and a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ for 55 years.
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February 24, 1950 – January 30, 2018
William D. Dameron, 67, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at his residence. Born February 24, 1950 to the late James and Mary Suzy Slaughter Dameron, he was retired. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.
He is survived by his three daughters, Catinia Dodd (Earl, III) of Axton, VA, Sandra Mallard of Brownsville, Jennifer Johnson of McKenzie; one son, Paul Dameron of Dyersburg; twelve grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Nadine Poole of Youngsville, NC; and three brothers, Donnie Hamil, Phillip Hamil, both of Hickman, KY and Guy Hamil of Lake County.
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November 15, 1952 – January 28, 2018
Michael Dean Walker, 65, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 28, 2018 at his residence. Born November 15, 1952 to the late Bob and Margaret Walker, he was a retired printer at Houston Patterson Printing in Decatur, IL.
He is survived by his wife Sandra Massengill Walker; four sons, Aaron Walker, Anthony “Tony” Walker, both of Decatur, IL, Jason Jennings of Dyersburg, Jonathan Jennings of Chattanooga; four grandsons, Hunter, Landon, Kayden, Preston Walker; and two sisters, Becky Starbody and Sharon Walker, both of Decatur, IL.
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February 17, 1960 – January 27, 2018
Jerry W. Wiggins, age 57, of Friendship, TN died Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Methodist University Hospital of Memphis, TN. Jerry was born February 17, 1960 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Adron Rodester Sr.and the late Syble (Riddick) Wiggins. Jerry was employed by West TN Child Services as a Records Specialists. He was a member of Floyd's Chapel UMC in Friendship, TN and was very active with the Crockett Christmas Store in Crockett County. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Katherine Bowie Wiggins. He also leaves three sons: Benjamin (Suzannah) Wiggins of Dyersburg, TN, Matthew Wiggins and Abbey Taylor of Three Way, TN, Daniel Wiggins and Autumn McLaughlin of Friendship, TN. Jerry also leaves one sister: Joyce Riddick of Gates, TN. He is also survived by one precious grand-daughter , Margaret Wiggins of Dyersburg, TN. Jerry was preceded in death by a sister, Dale Wiggins and a brother, Cotton Wiggins. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at Floyd's Chapel UMC, 162 Davis Rd, Friendship, TN with Bro. Ryan Pattat and Bro. Brian Griffith officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery in Halls following the service. Calling hours will be Monday, January 29, 2018 from 5 - 8 pm at Floyd's Chapel UMC. Memorials can be made to the Crockett Christmas Store, PO Box 654, Maury City, TN 38050 Halls Funeral Home 109 N Church St has charge of the services. For more information please visit our website at www.hallsfh.com or call 731-836-7111. Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 29. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Floyds Chapel Methodist Church Friendship, TN Service JAN 30. 1:00 PM (CT) Floyds Chapel Methodist Church Friendship, TN
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April 19, 1944 – January 27, 2018
Thomas Reasons, Jr., 73, of Dyersburg, died on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born at the Baird Brewer General Hospital on Main Street in downtown Dyersburg on Easter Sunday morning, April 9, 1944 and was the son of the late Thomas Reasons, Sr. and Laura Odelle Pugh Reasons. Tommys roots were in Milltown in East Dyersburg on K.W. Avenue - a street that dead-ends on the south at the Cotton Mill where our dad spent most of his working life.
Tommy served as Dyer County Commission from Milltown District H for eight years and was on the budget, education, and law enforcement committees. He was also chairman of the E911 board when the new 911 building was built at the old fairgrounds on Harrell Avenue. He served on the Tri-County Solid Waste Board for 7 years. Tommy had a passion for politics, to say the least. And just two weeks ago, he picked up a petition for the upcoming 2018 election for Tennessee House of Representatives.
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October 09, 1938 – January 23, 2018
Lorene Carroll, 79, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at The Bridge at Ridgely.
She was born on October 9, 1938, in Baldwyn, MS, to the late Andrew Blufford Jones and the late Dolly Mae Curtis Jones. Mrs. Lorene was a homemaker. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ, 1075 Vendall Road, Dyersburg, TN and a minister of the church.
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October 25, 1943 – January 23, 2018
Wanda Ann Goodlett, 74, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at her residence.
She was born on October 25, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Vernie Burch and the late Verna Hopper Burch. Wanda was a homemaker and was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.
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June 04, 1941 – January 22, 2018
Geneva LaRue, 76, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 22, 2018 at Baptist East hospital in Memphis. She was a Baptist.
Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Holy Hills Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Dennis Knowles with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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July 30, 1934 – January 21, 2018
Nancy P. Craig, 83, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 21, 2018 at her residence. Born July 30, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Tom and Kathleen Peek. Upon graduation from high school, she began working for Ford Construction Company. She retired after 47 years of service as Corporate Secretary and a member of the Board of Directors. In Nancys honor, her employer named a towboat, the MS NANCY C, which plies the Mississippi River and its tributaries. She was a member of the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, the Dyersburg Womans Club, Dyersburg Dyer County Senior Citizens Association and The Red Hats.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church conducted by Reverend Cory D. Williams with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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January 20, 1943 – January 20, 2018
Patricia Dale Neal, age 75, of Ripley died Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Patricia was born January 20, 1943 in Brownsville, TN. She is the daughter of the late James "Sonny" and the late Doris (Taylor) Land. She married the late Albert Rodney Neal. She is survived by one daughter: Kim Apperson and one son: David Neal both of Ripley, TN. Sister of one sister: Maxine Leek of Ripley, TN. Patricia also leaves 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by three brothers, Larry Land, Lynn Land and Steve Land. She was a member of Hurricane Hill UMC. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, January 24 at Asbury Cemetery Ripley, TN with Bro. Jim Peyton officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, January 24 from 12:00 Noon untill 1:30pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Asbury Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation JAN 24. 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service JAN 24. 2:00 PM (CT) Asbury Cemetery Ripley, TN
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December 22, 1940 – January 19, 2018
Larry Gordon Cook, 77, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on December 22, 1940, in Bonicord, TN, to the late Ray Cook and the late Louise Malone Cook. He was a retired parts manager for Delta Autoplex, where he worked for 48 years. Larry was a member and deacon at Second Baptist Church.
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July 14, 1926 – January 19, 2018
Flossie Shirley, 91, of Ridgely, died Friday, January 19, 2018 at The Bridge at Ridgely. Born July 14, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Mamie and Edgar Bivins.
Services will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 22, 2018 at Curry Funeral Home Ridgely Chapel conducted by Brother Kerry Morris with interment to follow in New Haven Cemetery.
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September 06, 1926 – January 18, 2018
Bernice Edward Crain, 91 of Halls, farmer and former Lauderdale County Assessor of Property, passed from this life, Wednesday, January 18 after a long illness at his home. Mr. Crain was born September 6, 1926 in the Cedar Grove Community, Lauderdale County, TN. Mr. Crain was a World War II Army Veteran and served in Company I, 32nd Infantry Regiment, 7th Infantry Division during the Battle of Okinawa. His unit was transferred to Korea where they were responsible for taking down the Japanese colors and raising the American flag. He left the army as a Sergeant. Mr. Crain enjoyed many reunions over the years with members of his unit and was one of two surviving members of his unit prior to his death. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Armour Crain, his parents, Roy and Lillie Mae Tillman Crain, and a brother, Lawson Crain. He is survived by brothers Floyd (Joann), Jerry, and Neal (Martha) Crain, one sister Mary Ann (Oliver) Voss, all of Ripley, and brother, Billy Crain of Halls, a stepdaughter Becky McWilliams of Halls, step grandchildren Barry (Linda), Monty (Jessica), Ricky Joe (Jenny) and step great-grandchildren Jeff, Blake, Molly, Lizzie and Ellie McWilliams. Mr. Crain grew up in the Flippin community and upon returning from World War II settled into farming. Not only did Mr. Crain farm himself, he served his community by working in various agriculture related professions and served on several agricultural boards. He was elected to serve as Lauderdale County Accessor of Property from 1972-1988. Services are set for Sunday, January 21 with visitation from 12:30-2:30 at Halls 1st United Methodist Church, funeral to follow at 2:30. Interment will take place at Ripley Memorial Gardens. Cemetery Details Ripley Memorial Gardens Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 21. 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service JAN 21. 2:30 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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April 22, 1934 – January 18, 2018
Peggy Sue Walk, 83 of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 18, 2018 at her residence. Born April 22, 1934. She was the daughter of the late William Arlie Maness and Evelyn Sally Cox.
Services will be at 4:00 p.m, Sunday, January 21, 2018 at the Junction Church of God in Finley conducted by Brother Kenny Chessor. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg.
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November 23, 1954 – January 18, 2018
Kenneth Jones, 63, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 18, 2018 at his residence. Born November 23, 1954, he was the son of the late Howard and Mary Owens Jones. Ken graduated from Christian Brothers High School in Memphis in 1972. He studied biology at Notre Dame, received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Fisheries from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 1978, and received his Master of Science in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University in 1981. He was a retired associate professor of biology at Dyersburg State Community College, where he taught for twenty years. Upon retirement from Dyersburg State, he worked as a reporter for the Dyersburg State Gazette and was teaching part-time at the University of Tennessee at Martin.Ken was involved from 2003 thru 2009 with the Population Survey of the Interior Least Tern, a bird that was placed on the endangered species list in 1985. During this study, Ken traveled the Mississippi River documenting the Tern birds, while teaching about and sharing his love of the River. Ken was an avid outdoorsman and lover of all animals great and small. He will always be remembered as one of the great raconteurs of the area, always being able to entertain with a great story. He appeared often on stage in local theater productions and kept his harmonica handy to entertain friends and strangers. He was also well known in the area for his portrayal of Abraham Lincoln in many educational endeavors over the years. Ken was a member of First Christian Church and an active member of a Sunday School Class.
He is survived by his sister, Mary Jeanne Holt of Dyersburg.
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August 02, 1943 – January 18, 2018
Charles Alfred Finley, Jr., 74, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 18, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born August 2, 1943, he was the son of the late Charles Alfred Finley, Sr. and Jane Weakley Finley. Mr. Finley attended Murray State University and the University of Tennessee. He was a farmer, cattleman, and landowner. Mr. Finley was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church and had served in the the Air National Guard stationed in Memphis. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 21, 2018 in the Chapel of First United Methodist Church conducted by Reverend Ed White with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Dr. Jim Caylor, Brandon Leslie, Lee Schultz, and Tommy Weakley will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Ewell, John W. Hart, Claude Lecklitner, Ben Ragan and Jack Todd. The Finley family will receive friends Sunday, January 21st beginning at 12:30 p.m. until service time in the Chapel of First United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathy Stevens Finley; one daughter, Holly Finley Hester; one son, Charles Alfred “Chip” Finley, III (Lori); four grandchildren, Finley White Leslie (Brandon), Claire White, Elizabeth Finley Schultz (Lee), Rachel Finley; and one great- grandson, Samuel Lee Schultz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Mary Peyton Finley and his sister, Linda Louise Finley. The family requests memorials be directed to the Pastors Discretionary Fund, First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or the Dyer County Community Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055 Arrangements are entrusted to Curry Funeral Home. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Finley family at www.curryfuneral.com. Other Sunday, January 21st, 2018 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Sunday, January 21st, 2018 12:30 pm - 02:00 pm First United Methodist Church 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, January 21st, 2018 02:00 pm First United Methodist Church 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024
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October 05, 1923 – January 16, 2018
James Carlton Moore, age 94, of Halls died Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. James was born October 5, 1923 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Hoarce Oscar and the late Eva Mae (Ligon) Moore. He was a farmer and a World War II Army veteran. He is survived by his wife: Wava Dean (Beasley) Moore , two daughters: Linda (Danny) Moore of Ripley, TN and Barbara (Eugene) Coffey of Halls, TN, and two sons: Tony (Wanda) Moore of Ripley, TN and Danny H. Moore of Halls, TN,; Brother of two brothers: Donald Moore and Gary Moore of both of California. He also leaves a daughter-in-law Paula Moore. James also leaves 13 grandchildren,28 great-grandchildren and 5 great great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his son, Ronnie Moore, two sisters Evelyn Langlinais and Frances Brown and a brother, Dewey Moore. James was a long time member of the American Legion and the Lauderdale County Rescue Squad. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, January 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, January 19 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation JAN 19. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 20. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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March 08, 1931 – January 16, 2018
Sue Seratt Brown, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was born on March 8, 1931, in Halls, TN, to the late Dan Seratt and the late Georgia Collins Seratt. Mrs. Brown was a retired quality control inspector at Heckethorne Manufacturing and was a member of Second Baptist Church.
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October 17, 1923 – January 16, 2018
Visitation Thursday, January 18th, 2018 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Finley Methodist Church , Finley TN 38030 Other Friday, January 19th, 2018 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Friday, January 19th, 2018 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm Finley Methodist Church , Finley TN 38030 Funeral Service Friday, January 19th, 2018 03:00 pm Finley Methodist Church , Finley TN 38030
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January 03, 1950 – January 15, 2018
Brenda Alley Belton, age 68, of Halls died Monday, January 15, 2018 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Brenda was born January 3, 1950 in Halls, TN. She was the daughter of the late J. D. and the late Zera Mae (Hastings) Alley. Brenda was a homemaker, a former employee of Anderson-Hickey Mfg. and also spent many years as a merchandiser in Memphis. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Artell Belton. She leaves three sons: Benjie(Pamela) Belton of Cabot, AR, Jason(Vicki) Belton of Dyersburg, TN and Richie(Shelly) Belton of Halls, TN. Brenda is survive by two sisters: Valencia(Butch) Crook of Bartlett, TN, Lydia Thurmond of Halls, TN. and one brother, Franklin(Julia) Alley of Ripley, TN. Brenda was also survived by 10 grandchildren; Aaron Belton, Jacob Belton, Megan Belton, Harrison Belton, Hunter Belton, Jake Belton, Tanner Belton, Caydance Pendleton, Lylli Pendleton and Eyva Pendleton. She was preceded in death by a sister; Diann Leek and a brother; Tommy Alley. Pallbearers will be: DeNohal Alley, Rodney Thurmond, Brad Alley, Danny Belton, Kent Cherry, Logan Roberts, Joe Eskridge and Jeremy Goforth. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 20th. at the Halls Church Of Christ Halls, TN with Phil Meeks and Trent McManus officiating with burial to follow in Antioch Cemetery near Halls. Calling hours will be Friday, January 19 from 5-8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 19. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 20. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Church of Christ Halls, TN 38040
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June 26, 1934 – January 15, 2018
Lena Moody, 83, of Finley, died Monday, January 15, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born June 26, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Dewitt and Mable Daniels. She was a retired register nurse and a member of Finley Baptist Church. Mrs. Moody was a nursing supervisor for 30 years. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 18, 2018 at Finley Baptist Church conducted by Brother Charlie Halliburton with interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery. Chad Cooper, Garon Perdue, David Hilliard, Billy Daniels, Ricky Daniels and Chad N. Cooper will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Amanda Cooper, Justin Daniels, Josh Daniels, Todd Mauldin, Abby Hilliard and Taylor Moody. The Moody family will receive friends Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. - 12 Noon at Finley Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Odell Moody; one daughter, Amy Mauldin (Robert) of Finley; one son, Marty Moody (Ann) of Finley; six grandchildren, Amanda Cooper (Chad), Justin Daniels (Tiffany), Josh Daniels (Leigh Anne), Todd Mauldin, Abby Hilliard (David) and Taylor Moody (Brittany); ten great-grandchildren, Chad Cooper, Austin Ellington, Cameron Daniels, Chloe Daniels, Lilli Daniels, Ellee Daniels, Charley Moody, Fox Moody, Will Hilliard and Elana Mauldin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one grandson, Little Robert Mauldin, one sister, Kay Hendrix and one brother Joe Paul Daniels. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Moody family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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March 28, 1957 – January 14, 2018
Nancy Joanne Dean, 60, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Baptist Hospital in Union City, TN.
She was born on March 28, 1957, in Lansing, MI, to the late Harold "Howard" Tubbs and the late Martha Mealer Tubbs. Nancy was a retired cook at The Pier Restaurant.
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January 05, 1923 – January 14, 2018
Catherine Louise Palmer, 95, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 14, 2018 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. Born January 5, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Jackson and Ollie Linebarber Brown. Mrs. Palmer was a retired teacher with the Dyer County School system and a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 19, 2018 at McCulloughs Chapel Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Don Williams with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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April 17, 1931 – January 14, 2018
Barbara Jane Herder, 86, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born April 17, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Chester Walker and Mintye Blanche Tickle Hendren. She was retired as part-time manager at Midway Truck Stop.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at Church Grove Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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April 07, 1947 – January 13, 2018
Donna Lea Parks Allison, 70, of Kissimmee, FL., formerly of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at her residence.
She was born on April 7, 1947 in Casper, Wyoming. Mrs. Allison retired in 2007 as a school teacher from Margaret Newton Elementary School, where she taught for 33 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tiptonville, where she was a Sunday School Teacher, Little Church Coordinator and a G.A. Leader. She later became members of Lakeview Baptist Church in Tiptonville, First Baptist Church of the Islands in Savannah, GA and Lock Haven Baptist Church in Kissimmee, FL.
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January 27, 1927 – January 12, 2018
Marguerite Nolen, 90, of Newbern, died Friday, January 12, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born January 27, 1927 to the lates James Howard and Bennie Lee Frazier, she was a homemaker and member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Dyersburg.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2018 at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Dyersburg officiated by Reverend Annetta Camp.
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May 14, 1936 – January 12, 2018
Raymond Smith Permenter, of Dyersburg, died Friday, January 12, 2018 at The Bridge at Ridgely. Born May 14, 1936, he was the son of the late Charlie and Moody Permenter. He was a farmer.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Finley Baptist Church conducted by Pastor Butch Burns with interment to follow in Sorrells Chapel Cemetery.
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July 21, 1934 – January 11, 2018
Robert Edward Hardee Sr., age 83, of Ripley died Thursday, January 11, 2018 at his home in Ripley. Robert was born July 21, 1934 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Robert Lee and the late Mary Elizabeth (Maxwell) Hardee. He was a retired employee of Inland Steel. He is survived by four daughters: Ann Shepperson of Halls, TN, Linda Hardee of Gates, TN, Shelia Hardee Arnolds of Henning, TN and Kathleen Macneill of Kuttawa, KY, and three sons: Jeremy Hardee of Ripley, TN, Edward Hardee of Porter, IN and Robert "Bob" Hardee of Hammond, IN. Brother of two brothers: Ralph Hardee of Halls, TN and Jerry Hardee of Dyersburg, TN. Predeceased by two brothers Jimmy Hardee and Bill Hardee, and two sisters, Maggie Sue Williams and Joyce Owens, Granddaughter, Kelly Hardee. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 16 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Rev. Micah Hayes officiating. Burial will be in Mary's Chapel Cemetery, Ripley on Tuesday Calling hours will be Monday, January 15 from 5-8 pm 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 JAN 15. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 16. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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January 14, 1971 – January 11, 2018
Janet Ann Haynes, age 46, of Tigrett died Thursday, January 11, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare-Regional Dyersburg of Dyersburg, TN. Janet was born January 14, 1971 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Johnny Haynes and the late Debra Ann (Richardson) Moss. Janet was a Homemaker. She is survived by one daughter: Brittany Haynes of Martin, TN; Sister of one brother: Doug Shawver of PA. Janet is also survived by Step-Daughter, Kodi Breeden of Lexington, TN; Step-Son, Dillon Beck of Dyersburg, TN; Companion, Johnny Beck of Tigrett, TN; Granddaughter, Emma Ann Arthur; Step-Grandchild, Kash Breeden; Step-Grandchild, Weston Beck; Step-Grandchild, McKinley Beck. Predeceased by her Daughter Kayla Arthur. Pallbearers will be Dillon Beck, Justin Richardson, Hunter Holland, Tim Holland, Mitch Clark, Brandon Rudd, and Austin McCullough. The funeral will be held 2:30 pm on Wednesday, January 17 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Dyersburg on Wednesday, January 17 following the service. Calling hours will be Wednesday, January 17 from 11:30am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Mt. Vernon Cemetery Dyersburg, TN Previous Events Visitation JAN 17. 11:30 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 17. 2:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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June 23, 1945 – January 11, 2018
James Robert Allen, 72, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 11, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born June 23, 1945, he was the son of the late John Cecil and Georgia Adell Griffin Allen. He was a member of Newbern First Assembly of God and a retired Branch Manager Supervisor for Wonder Bread. Mr. Allen proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
Funeral services will 1:00 p.m., January 15, 2018 at Newbern First Assembly of God conducted by Pastor Lyndel Fisher with interment to follow in Obion Chapel Cemetery.
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September 25, 1939 – January 10, 2018
Harold Dewayne Palmer, age 78, of Ripley died Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Harold was born September 25, 1939 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of the late Clyde Nash and the late Mary (Luttrell) Palmer. Harold was a retired factory employee. He is survived by his wife, Martha (Gant) Palmer. Harold leaves two daughters, Janet Palmer and Mary Ellen Palmer both of Gallatin, TN. and a step son, Jimmy Wayne Ring of Trimble, TN. He is also survived by his sister, Betty Younger of Henning, TN and a brother, Eddie Palmer of Alamo, TN. He is also survived by 2 step-grandsons and 3 step great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Thursday, January 11 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery near Halls,TN. Calling hours will be Thursday, January 11 from 11:00 am. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 11. 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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