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October 17, 2017
Mary Margaret Holtshouser died October 17, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare-Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
Mary was born on October 18, 1963 at Parkview Hospital in Dyersburg to Margaret and the late Bob Holtshouser. Mary was a long-time associate with Wal-Mart, just shy of 25 years of service. She had a wide range of interests but was an avid fan of Alabama football and court trials.
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April 30, 1937 – October 14, 2017
J.D. Downing , 80, of Tiptonville died October 14, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on April 30, 1937 in Tiptonville to the late Joe D. Downing Sr. and Claudie McClain Downing. J.D. was the owner of Lakeview Dining Room. He served in the Tennessee National Guard and worked 40 years for Gibson Electric Membership Corp where he retired as District Manager for the Tiptonville, Union City, and Obion offices. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and was a duck call maker.
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February 12, 1967 – October 12, 2017
Gary Wayne Basham, 50, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2017 near Tiptonville.
He was born on February 12, 1967 in Union City, TN to the late Jimmy Cleo Basham and Kathleen White Basham. He was an engineer with Luhr Brothers, Inc. He was a member of Laborers' International Union of North America #663 and a member of the Operators Engineers Union. He was a member of Walnut Log Baptist Church.
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August 25, 1935 – October 11, 2017
Darrell Hutcherson, age 82, of Halls died Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Darrell was born August 25, 1935 in Haywood Co., TN. He is the son of the late Eul D. and the late Ethel (Davenport) Hutcherson. Darrell married Bonnie Brown. He was a former Tupperware employee. Darrell is survived by his wife: Bonnie Hutcherson , two daughters: Diana (Jimmy) Vincent of GA. and Kathy (Mike) Pendolino of Dolton, IL., and three sons: Bobby Neville of Halls, TN, Timothy (Jennifer) Neville of Halls, TN and Ronnie (Tabatha) Neville of Ripley, TN,; Brother of one sister: Jean (Larry) Kelly of Ripley, TN; Darrell is also survived by 10 Grandchildren and 7 Great - Grandchildren. Predeceased by his Twin Brother, Harrell Hutcherson, Sister, Margie Woodard. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 15 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Elon Cemetery, Halls on Sunday, October 15 following the service. Calling hours will be Saturday, October 14 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Elon Cemetery HALLS, TN Previous Events Visitation OCT 14. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 15. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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February 24, 1977 – October 11, 2017
Sara Beth Rush Holland, 40, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at her residence.
She was born on February 24, 1977 in Memphis, TN. Sara was a homemaker.
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May 19, 1953 – October 10, 2017
Alice Clanton Crum, 64, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born May 19, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Other Mills and Betty Irene Turner Clanton. She was a homemaker.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 13, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Brian Osborne with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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December 27, 1958 – October 09, 2017
Cindy Waldron Tucker, 58, of Dyersburg, died Monday, October 9, 2017 at her residence. Born December 27, 1958 to John Thomas Waldron and the late Shirley Waldron, she was a homemaker.
The Tucker family will receive friends Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 1:00 PM at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Andy Davis.
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August 02, 1926 – October 08, 2017
Ewell E. Robertson, age 91, of Dyersburg died Sunday, October 8, 2017 at Friendship, TN. He was born August 2, 1926 in Bogota, TN. He is the son of the late Clifton and the late Mary Alline (Wyrick) Robertson. Ewell was married to the late Ora Mae Robertson for 62 years. Ewell was a WW II Army Veteran, Mason and a Shriner and was a retired Supervisor at Colonial Rubber with 32 years of employment. He is survived by three sons: Tavian Robertson of Dyersburg, TN, Hal (Nina) Robertson of Bonicord, TN. and Ronnie Robertson Sr. of Dyersburg, TN,; Brother of three sisters: Annie Faye Jackson of Jackson, TN, Mae (Robert) Turnbo of Dyersburg, TN and Carolyn (Danny) Ray of Dyersburg, TN,; Ewell is also survived by 6 Grandchildren, 9 Great - Grandchildren, 3 Great - Great - Grandchildren and a very special friend Faye Cook. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 11 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Rev. Danny O'Guinn officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Friendship following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, October 10 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. In Lieu of flowers, family requests that any donations be made to Southfork Baptist Church. Cemetery Details South Fork Cemetery Previous Events Visitation OCT 10. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 11. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 08, 1950 – October 07, 2017
Tony D. Moore, age 67, of Ripley died Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. He was born July 8, 1950 in Memphis, TN. and is the son of the late T. L. and the late Dorothy (Watts) Moore. Tony married Lisa Jennings. Tony served in the Air National Guard of Tennessee and as a reserve of the Air Force and was a former Maintenance Supervisor for Tennessee Electroplating in Ripley. Tony is survived by his wife: Lisa (Jennings) Moore, two daughters: Tori (Danny) Terry of Gates, TN and Leah (Scott) Mayfield of Halls, TN, and two sons: Dustin (Becky) Ray of Ripley, TN and Bryson (Shelley) Ray of Ripley, TN, Brother of two sisters: Joey (Mike) Riley of Frog Jump, TN. and Becky (James) Taylor of Austin, TX.,; Tony is also survived by 7 Grandchildren. Calling hours will be Monday, October 9 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Service arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the family at a later date. Family requests that in-lieu of flowers, any donations be made to the American Heart Foundation or the American Diabetes Association. Previous Events Visitation OCT 9. 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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October 14, 1957 – October 07, 2017
Deborah Jane Morgan, age 59, of Tiptonville died Saturday, October 7, 2017 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Deborah was born October 14, 1957 in Tiptonville, TN. She is the daughter of the late William and the late Virgie (Blackwell) Morgan. She is survived by one daughter: Crystal Lynn Parrish of Somerville, TN; Sister of two sisters: Marilyn Frye of Tiptonville, TN and Sandy Love of Murfreesboro, TN, and four brothers: Larry Morgan of Milan, TN, Jerry Morgan of Milan, TN, Ricky Morgan of Tiptonville, TN and Nicky Morgan of Union City, TN. Deborah also leaves a granddaughter; Madison Parrish of Tiptonville,TN Deborah will be laid to rest alongside her parents and two sisters, Wanda and Carolyn Morgan, in the South Fork Cemetery near Halls,TN
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April 06, 1927 – October 07, 2017
Lillian Russell Yarbro, 90, of Dyersburg died October 7, 2017, at the Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home. Born April 6, 1927, in Tiptonville, TN. She was the daughter of the late Clem and Lillian Richardson Armstrong. She was the wife of Bert Yarbro, Jr. for 59 years until his death in 2006. They made their home in Hickman, Kentucky until 2000 when they moved to Dyersburg.
Russell, as she was called, was a fun loving generous person who was loved by many. She was an excellent seamstress and represented Dyer County in the Sew With Cotton division at the Mid-South Fair. She was a quilter and recently won The Best of Show at the Dyer County Fair for her yoyo quilt. She loved to sew, travel, play cards, and be around young people at church. She took her last trip at the age of 88 cruising through the Panama Canal. Russell was a 50 year lifetime member of the Fulton County-Kentucky Extension Homemakers and was always ready to learn a new craft or hobby. She was a member of the Regional Hospital Senior Circle, Dyer County Senior Citizens, Dyersburg Home Demonstration Club, and the West Dyersburg Church of Christ.
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March 01, 1924 – October 06, 2017
Joe Frank Jackson, 93, of Newbern, passed away on Friday, October 6, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on March 1, 1924 in Newbern, to the late Aaron and Genier London Jackson. Joe was the retired owner of Jackson Sheet Metal Works. He was a Sunday School Teacher and a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ. Joe was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII serving as a Helmsman on the LST 54. He made 52 trips across the English Channel to include France, Belgium and Norway and served on D-Day. He was a cattle farmer and an avid vegetable gardener. Joe believed in taking care of widows and the less fortunate. He was a devout husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
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May 04, 1949 – October 05, 2017
Jimmy "Unk" Gaines, age 68, of Ripley died Thursday, October 5, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Jimmy was born May 4, 1949 in Arp, TN. He is the son of the late Matt L. and the late Mary Ester (Langley) Gaines. He was a retired supervisor for Tupperware Mfg. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie (Morris) Gaines. Jimmy is also survived by a sister; Sue Ward of Dyersburg and a brother; Matt Gaines of Gallatin, TN; "Unk" as he was affectionately known, leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Jimmy was preceded in death by a son; Jimmy Gaines Jr. (1993) and a brother; Ralph Gaines (1985) The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Greg Jordan officiating. Burial will follow in the Helen Crigger Cemetery in Munford. Calling hours will be Sunday, October 8 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Helen Crigger Cemetery Munford, TN Previous Events Calling Hours OCT 8. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 8. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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November 16, 1949 – October 05, 2017
Carole Murphy Tweedy, 67, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at her son's residence in Hernando, MS.
She was born on November 16, 1949 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Flois Murphy and the late Violet Geraldine Moore Murphy. Carole was a homemaker and a Baptist. She was a member of the Horn Lake City Beautification Committee.
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May 27, 1942 – October 05, 2017
It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Ray Lock, 75, announces his passing on Thursday October 5th, 2017.
Don was born May 27, 1942 in Dyersburg, TN to James and Lena Lock. He grew up with his 5 siblings and lived in Dyersburg, TN until the family moved to Chicago, IL to find work in the 1950's, where he attended James Hedges Elementary School and Gage Park High School. From 1962 – 1964 he served the United States of America as an Army Paratrooper in the 101 st Airborne Division, during which time he also married his high school sweetheart Charlotte Grady (Black). Don had his one and only son, Mark Ray Lock, on June 3 rd , 1965 following his honorable discharge from the Army. From that time on, Don became a long-haul commercial truck driver, known by the handle "One & Only". After more than forty years on the road, Don retired and enjoyed his golden years "taking it easy" and watching two of his favorite actors, John Wayne and Linda Evans, in western TV shows.
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February 12, 1927 – October 03, 2017
Mary Frances Hendren, 90, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at her residence. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she was active member of XYZ Seniors. Mrs. Hendren was a longtime hospital volunteer, member of the Senior Circle, an avid bowler and card player. Born February 12, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Grace Blackburn Bell. She was retired after 44 years at Dyersburg Fabrics.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Friday, October 6, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Hickman with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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September 25, 1959 – October 01, 2017
Gale Ray Cavness, 58, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on September 25, 1959 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Rev. Ray Cavness of Halls and the late Merle Cooper Cavness Carter of Jackson. Gale attended Halls High School, Dyersburg State Community College and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. He was an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Green Bay Packers.
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June 14, 1933 – September 29, 2017
Kenneth Rhodes, 84, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on June 14, 1933 in Wynnburg, TN, to the late Richard Wayne Rhodes and the late Alice Powers Rhodes. Kenneth was a retired sheet metal worker.
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April 12, 1957 – September 29, 2017
Doris Harris Ham, 60, of Dyersburg, died Friday, September 29, 2017 at The Highlands Health and Rehabilitation. Born April 12, 1957 to the late Henry and Mary Gray Harris, she was a homemaker.
She is survived by her son, Joe Ryan Stanley (Sara) of Lakeland; three brothers, Phil Harris (Dianne) of Greenbrier, Dwight Harris of Dyersburg, Lee Harris (Doneida) of Friendship; and two grandchildren.
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Nellie Jo Wallace, 81, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center.
She was born on December 27, 1935 in Tennessee, to the late Joe Pitts and the late Nellie Scott Pitts. Nellie was a retired English Teacher for Lake County School System, where she worked for 30 years. She had a B.S. in Secondary Education from UTM and she loved to paint. Nellie was also a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ.
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October 21, 1954 – September 26, 2017
Mickey Ray Moore, age 62, of Gates died Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Mickey was born October 21, 1954 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Harry B and the late Agnes Lee (Brantley) Moore. He was former employee of the State of TN in the Waste Water Management Dept. He is survived by a sister: Nancy Cox of Gates, TN. and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 5:00 pm on Saturday, September 30 at Concord Methodist Church, Concord Rd., Gates, TN Previous Events Service SEP 30. 5:00 PM (CT) Concord United Methodist Church Gates, TN
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February 02, 1931 – September 25, 2017
Margaret Ann Roberts, age 86, of Gates died Monday, September 25, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Margaret was born February 2, 1931. She is the daughter of the late Clarence and the late Hester (Winfrey) Roberts. She is survived by a granddaughter Bobbie (Steven) Lynn Stanley, of Gates,TN. Ms. Margaret is also survived by 2 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Billie Leann Pipkins. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 30 at Concord Methodist Church, Concord Rd., Gates, TN. with Bro. Houston Sills officiating. Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, September 29 from 5-8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Calling Hours SEP 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 SEP 30. 2:00 PM (CT) Concord United Methodist Church Gates, TN
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March 21, 1959 – September 25, 2017
William Howard Hedgepath, 58, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on March 21, 1959 in St. Louis, MO, to the late Robert Roy Hedgepath and the late Anna Bell Mills Hedgepath. William was a construction worker and served in the U.S. Army.
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December 14, 1974 – September 24, 2017
Katherine Lynn Wiggins, age 42, of Halls died Sunday, September 24, 2017 at her home in Halls. Katherine was born December 14, 1974 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Adron "Cotton" and Patricia (Stanfill) Wiggins. She was former customer service representative for Komatsu. She is survived by one son: Tyler Kristian Wiggins of Halls, TN and a brother: Adron WigginsIII of Bartlett, TN. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 26 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jim Wallace officiating. Burial will follow in the Thurmond Cemetery, Halls. Calling hours will be Tuesday, September 26 from 11:00 am. until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 26. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 26. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 18, 1954 – September 22, 2017
Teresa Gail Calhoun Cantrell, 63, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on September 18, 1954 in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Dale Calhoun and Joanne Brown Calhoun. Teresa was a homemaker and a member of Crockett's Chapel Methodist Church. She was a 1972 graduate of Lake County High School.
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September 22, 2017
Jeffery Lee Blackburn, 47, and Janeen Paige Parrish Blackburn, 41, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2017 in Bells, TN.
Jeff was born on May 5, 1970 in Dyersburg, TN, to Lee Blackburn and Linda Winters Barham. He was a 1990 graduate of Dyer County High School and was also a member of Finley Baptist Church. Jeff loved fishing and was a U.T. Vols Football Fan. Janeen was born on October 20, 1975 in Obion County, TN, to the late Calvin William Parrish and the late Barbara Ann Markham Parrish. She was a 1993 graduate of Obion County High School and was also a member of Finley Baptist Church. Janeen was U.T. Vols Football Fan.
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January 25, 1959 – September 21, 2017
Sheila Ann Estes Anderson, 58, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, September 21, 2017 at her residence. Born January 25, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Troy Darrell and Shirley Faye Parker Estes. Sheila was a former CNA at Dyersburg Manor.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 25, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Chaplin Mark Pendergrass with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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February 03, 1960 – September 20, 2017
Danny "Red" Wayne Walley, 57, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.
He was born on February 3, 1960 in Osceola, AR, to the late Robert Otis Walley and the late Imogene Franks Walley. Mr. Walley was a retired roofer and attended Lakeview Baptist Church.
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March 12, 1943 – September 18, 2017
JoAnn Long, age 74, of Ripley died Monday, September 18, 2017 at her home in Ripley. JoAnn was born March 12, 1943 in St. Louis, MO. She is the daughter of the late Daniel Davis and the late Sylvia (Haney) Lowery. She was a homemaker. She is survived by three daughters: Carol Anderson, Susie Campbell and April Thompson all of Ripley, TN, and one son: Rocky Campbell of Carrollton,GA. Sister of two sisters: Barbara Reeves and Emma Bragg both of MO, and three brothers: Clifford Davis of IL, Paul Davis of MS and Daniel Davis Jr. of MO. JoAnn also leaves 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Gilbert Gerald Long and four sisters Marie Stotum, Deloris Whittaker, Doris Whittaker and Billie Whittaker and a brother, Charles Davis. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 21 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Donnie Reed officiating. Burial will be in Grace Cemetery Calling hours will be Wednesday, September 20 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 20. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 21. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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May 02, 1920 – September 18, 2017
Maggie Mae Perkins, 97, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was born on May 2, 1920, in Lake County, TN, to the late Joe Carrington and the late Della McTurner Carrington. Mrs. Perkins was a homemaker and was also a member of Lakeview Baptist Church.
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December 18, 1987 – September 16, 2017
Anna Kathryn Gray Nolen, 29, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Jackson Regional.
She was born on December 18, 1987 in Union City, TN, to David and Tammy Chessor Gray. Anna was in the graduating class of 2006 from Lake County High School, where she played softball and basketball. After graduation, she attended Dyersburg State Community College, where she continued playing softball for The Lady Eagles. Anna received her B.S. degree in education from the University of Memphis. She was a school teacher. Anna was a member of Abundant Life Church, where she and husband Josh led the END ZONE J.V. Youth, she was one of the media techs and she also taught music for the K-5 grades.
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August 12, 1941 – September 15, 2017
JoAnn Brewster, age 76, of Halls died Friday, September 15, 2017 at Dyersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation of Dyersburg, TN. JoAnn was born August 12, 1941 in Wynne, AR. She is the daughter of the late Robert Lee and the late Eva F. (Bramle) Schnoover. JoAnn married Forrest Brewster. JoAnn worked as a dispatcher for the Wynne AR. Sheriffs Dept. before retiring and moving to Halls. She is survived by her husband: Forrest Brewster two sons: Vance (Nancy) Brewster of Halls, TN and Randy (Debbie) Brewster of Ripley, TN, Sister of three sisters: Brenda Turner of AR, Adalean Smith of AR and Vickie Green of AR, and two brothers: Ronnie Schnoover of AR and Jerry Schnoover of AR, She also is survived by 5 grandchildren, and 4 four great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her Son Jeffery Tod Brewster, Brother Pee Wee Schnoover, and a Great - Grandson. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, September 19 at Cogbill Cemetery, Airpark Rd., Wynne, AR with Bro. Gary Henson officiating. Burial will be in Cogbill Cemetery, Wynne on Tuesday, September 19 following the service. Calling hours will be Monday, September 18 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation SEP 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 SEP 19. 2:00 PM (CT) Cogbill Cemetery Airpark Rd. Wynne, AR
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January 31, 1932 – September 14, 2017
Vera Mae Hopper, 85, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was born on January 31, 1932 in Elbridge, TN, to the late William Franklin Abbott and the late Willie B. Johnson Abbott. Mrs. Hopper was a retired cafeteria worker for Black Oak Elementary School in Hornbeak. She was also a member of Hornbeak Church of Christ.
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October 06, 1951 – September 12, 2017
Gary Blaine Allen, age 65, of Gates died Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at his home. Gary was born October 6, 1951 in Memphis, TN. He is the son of the late Calvin Allen and Marilyn (McNammara) Maley. He was plant manager for Crafco employed by Crafco as a(n) Plant Manager. He is survived by his wife: Sheilah (Chalk) Allen two sons: Whit Allen of Atoka, TN and Will Allen of Halls, TN, his mother Marilyn (McNammara) Allen; Brother of three sisters: Marilyn Feathers of Bristol, TN, Maggie Pool of Dallas, TX and Sandra Horn of Memphis, TN, and one brother: Christopher Allen of Nashville, TN; He also has one granddaughter, Briana Allen of Atoka, TN. Preceded in death by a Brother, Mickey Maley. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, September 16 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Marty Henley officiating. Calling hours will be Saturday, September 16 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the following charities: American Heart Association St. Jude Children's Hospital Wounded Warrior Project. Previous Events Visitation SEP 16. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 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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February 28, 1936 – September 12, 2017
Mae Wilbanks Lane, 81, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was born on February 28, 1936 in Ridgely, TN, to the late Kirkland Wilbanks and the late Lillie Greer Wilbanks. Mrs. Lane was a retired waitress for Gooch's Dining Room and was also an employee of Lakeview Grocery.
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January 20, 1961 – September 12, 2017
Lowell Thomas "Tommy" Gentry, Jr., 56, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on January 20, 1961 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Lowell T. Gentry, Sr. and the late Annie Jeanette Moore Gentry. Tommy worked in bridge construction.
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January 13, 1927 – September 11, 2017
Alma Christine Scoggins, age 90, of Ripley died Monday, September 11, 2017 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Christine was born January 13, 1927 in Orysa,TN. She is the daughter of the late Nullie Craig and the late Ora (Parrish) Craig . She is survived by two daughters: Sharon (Bubba) Gooch and Doris (Stewart) Caldwell both of Ripley, TN, and one son: Jack (Delia) Scoggins of Franklin, TN. She also has five grandchildren: Jack (Kandace) Miller Scoggins; Matthew (Christina) Crowson; Andy (Laura) Crowson; and Bucky (Hiliary) Gooch, and Anthony Montesi. Christine also leaves 3 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband Jack Scoggins a sister, Earline Webster and three brothers, Clifford Craig, R. E. Craig and Orville Craig. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Thursday, September 14 at Henning First Assembly Of God, Henning, TN with Bro. Larry Howard officiating. Burial will be in St.Paul cemetery, Ripley . Calling hours will be Wednesday, September 13 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details St. Paul's Cemetery Previous Events Visitation SEP 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 SEP 14. 3:00 PM (CT) Henning Assembly of God Henning, TN
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November 15, 1988 – September 11, 2017
Kayla Rhea Bullion, 28, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Monday, September 11, 2017 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett.
She was born on November 15, 1988 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Anthony Bullion and the late Karon Garner Bullion. Kayla was a homemaker.
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December 04, 1942 – September 10, 2017
Dennis Roy "Denny" Near, age 74, of Ripley died Sunday, September 10, 2017 at home in Ripley. Denny was born December 4, 1942 in Michigan. He is the son of the late Roy Near. Denny married Virginia Stephens. He was a former employee of Komatsu in Ripley, TN. Denny is survived by his wife: Virginia Near. Denny also leaves two grandchildren Allison Midgett, Hayden Goforth. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the family at a later date.
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September 09, 2017
Alayna Maelynn Campbell, infant daughter of Hailey Suesanne Dale and Quentin Dane Campbell, died Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare of Dyersburg . Alayna was born September 9, 2017 in Dyersburg. Alayna also leaves her grandparents, Richard and Christina Dale, of Halls. grandparents, Greg And Kathy Campbell of Dyersburg, TN; great-grandparents, Evelyn Flatt and the late Clifford Flatt of Dyersburg, TN; Great Granparents, John And Dot Campbell of Dyersburg, TN. Graveside services will be held 11:00am on Thursday, September 14 at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Church Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Johnny Gillon officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday, September 14 from 9am till 11am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 14. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service SEP 14. 11:00 AM (CT) Poplar Grove Cemetery Halls, TN
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September 08, 1930 – September 08, 2017
Melvin Allen Hughes, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on September 8, 1930 in Obion County, TN, to the late Fonzie Hughes and the late Hester Rice Hughes. Mr. Hughes was a retired owner of Red Cab Taxi Service and was a member of Pierce Lane Church of Christ.
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August 26, 1939 – September 07, 2017
Mr. Sidney Marshall Hendren, age 78, of Halls died Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Mr. Sidney was born August 26, 1939 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late A. D. and the late Annie Mae (Holcomb) Hendren. He was a retired employee of Allen Stone box factory. He is survived by two daughters: Donna Reid of Bemis, TN and Amy Hendren of Dyersburg, TN, Brother of two sisters: Martha Parker of Ripley, TN and Patricia Hendren of Gallatin, TN. Mr. Sidney also leaves 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Carolyn Broyles Hendren. Mr. Sidney was a member of Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Sunday, September 10 at the Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian, 492 Church Rd, Halls, TN with Rev. Frank Ward officiating. Burial will be in Poplar Grove Cemetery, Halls on Sunday, September 10 at 3:00 pm. Calling hours will be Sunday, September 10 from 1:00pm til 3:00pm at Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 492 Church Rd, Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 10. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church Halls, TN Service SEP 10. 3:00 PM (CT) Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church Halls, TN
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January 27, 1963 – September 05, 2017
Matt Butler, 54, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on January 27, 1963 in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Matt was an employee of Ermco and was a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church. He was also a musician and DJ. Matt loved fishing, music, and motorcycles.
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October 28, 1949 – September 04, 2017
Susanne King Dement, 67, of Brighton, TN, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2017 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Covington, TN.
She was born on October 28, 1949 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Jack and Bertha King. Susanne was a retired employee with the Social Security Administration. She was a member of Munford First United Methodist Church, where she was very active in church activities. She also loved gardening.
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November 11, 1952 – September 03, 2017
Allen Edward Vernon, Jr., 64, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2017 in Tiptonville, TN.
He was born on November 11, 1952 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Allen Edward Vernon, Sr. and Frances Rebekah Graves Hopper. Allen was a retired employee for Ermco and was a member of the First Assembly of God in Dyersburg. He was the equipment manager for Dyersburg Middle School Football team and helped with the Royal Rangers at the church. Allen loved his family, working with his grandchildren during softball season, and riding his motorcycle. He also loved talking about Jesus.
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October 31, 1936 – September 01, 2017
Rachel Sue Nale Lay, 80, of Dyersburg, died Friday, September 1, 2017 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She was a member of the Calvary Chapel Baptist Church for 50 years. She was also a member of the Community Bible Study and was the Quality Control Supervisor at Salant and Salant Manufacturing. Born October 31, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Nettie May Murray Nale.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 4, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother David Brooks with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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February 13, 1984 – August 31, 2017
Jason Allen Whitt, 33, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Douglas Heath & Rehab in Milan, TN.
He was born on February 13, 1984 in Dyer County, TN, to the late David Allen Whitt and Barbara Brown Whitt Apple. Jason was a fast food employee and liked to fix up old Chevy trucks. He was a member of Fowlkes Baptist Church and attended New Hope Independent Baptist Church in Milan. Jason was a Boy Scout, member of Dyersburg High School FFA and attended the Nashville Auto Diesel College.
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October 02, 1952 – August 30, 2017
JoAnn Rogers, 64, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at her residence.
She was born on October 2, 1952 in Ridgely, TN, to the late Raymond Powell and the late Ruby Moore Powell. JoAnn was retired from Colonial Rubber and was a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church.
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