Barbara Jean Jones

January 23, 1945 – May 13, 2017

Barbara Jean Jones, age 72, of Halls, TN died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Barbara was born January 23, 1945 in Crockett Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Wilson Monroe and the late Mary Frances (Williams) Bedwell. She married Edwin Jones. Barbara was Homemaker. She is survived by her husband: Edwin Jones , one daughter: Amy (Shea) Hunt of Alamo, TN and two sons: Chad (Jessica) Smith of Friendship, TN and Brandon (Bridgette) Jones of Halls, TN. Also surviving her are two sisters: Brenda Witherspoon of Coxville, TN and Pat Rodriquez of Halls, N. She also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her Sister, Elizabeth Ann Bedwell and a brother, Glyn Bedwell. Funeral services will be held at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN on Tuesday May 16th. at 2pm. Visitation will also be held at Halls Funeral Home with the family receiving visitors from 11 am. until 2pm. on Tuesday. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. . Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 16. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 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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Sheila Kay Warden

September 14, 1969 – May 13, 2017

Sheila Kay Warden, 47, of Halls, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at her residence.

She was born on September 14, 1969 in Dyersburg, TN. Sheila was a homemaker and was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church.

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David McFarland

June 30, 1953 – May 13, 2017

David McFarland, 63, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born June 30, 1953, he was the son of the late Lester and Corinne McFarland. He was retired as a Correctional Officer for the State of Tennessee. David was a lifetime member of Northside Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Rick Willis and Parks Thurmon with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joey Wood, Carl Schultz, Spence Lowery, David Brown, Sammy Loman and Taylor Anderson.

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Jack "Big Daddy" Lewis

November 29, 1956 – May 13, 2017

Jack D. (mostly known as Big Daddy) Lewis, 60, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Jackson Regional. Born November 29, 1956, he was a retired automotive mechanic and a passionate bowler. He was a member of the Wolffa/Pack.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with interment to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

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Harold "Top" Damon Davis

December 16, 1933 – May 12, 2017

Harold "Top" Damon Davis, 83, of Obion, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on December 16, 1933 in Yorkville, TN to the late Elvin L. Davis and the late Lona Duncan Davis. Harold was a retired service station attendant for Wright's Exxon. He served his country in the United States Army and the United States Air Force.

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Charles Van Buckingham

December 20, 1945 – May 12, 2017

Charles Van Buckingham, 71, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was born on December 20, 1945 in Humboldt, TN to the late Charles Porter Buckingham and the late Mary Elizabeth Tucker Buckingham. Charles was a retired meat department manager for Kroger. He was a member and deacon at Dyersburg Church of God. He also sang in the church choir and active in all church activities. Charles was a classic car enthusiast. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.

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Crystal Thompson Jones

December 27, 1986 – May 12, 2017

8 Crystal Thompson Jones, 30, of Ridgely, died Friday, May 12, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born December 27, 1986, she was the daughter of Gary Michael and Sherry Cole Thompson. Crystal was a CNA at The Highlands of Dyersburg. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 18, 2017 - Graveside at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery at 10:00 am, Thursday morning. Along with her parents she is survived by her husband, Jeremy Jones of Ridgely; two sons, Nathainel and Joska Edwards of Jackson; one sister, Ashley Asher (Justin) of Finley; one brother, William Thompson of Michigan; her grandmother, Betty Thrasher of Ridgely and her cousin, Donna Reynolds of Ridgely. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, 1984 St. John Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Kenneth "Hank" Hankins

October 02, 1956 – May 12, 2017

Kenneth “Hank” Hankins, 60, of Dyersburg, died May 12, 2017 in Dyersburg. Born October 2, 1956, he was the son of the late Kenneth Jerome and Connie Fay Sanders Hankins. Mr. Hankins proudly served his county in the United States Army and was a member of Junction Church of God. He was a retired groundsman for Forked Deere Electric and was currently employed at Harbor Freight.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Kenny Chessor with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Jeff Puckett

January 29, 1965 – May 11, 2017

Jeff Puckett, age 52, of Halls died Thursday, May 11, 2017 at Methodist Hospice Residence of Memphis, TN. Jeff was born January 29, 1965 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Jerry Howard and Monnie Lou (Tomlinson) Puckett. In 1990, he and his father opened Key Corner Exxon. Jeff also was an automotive parts salesman. He is survived by his mother, Monnie Lou Puckett of Halls. Jeff also leaves a sister, Allison Brammell of Nashville, TN and one brother, David (Lesa) Puckett of Halls, TN. He also is survived by his nephew, Harrison Brammell of Nashville, TN. He was preceded in death by his father: Jerry Puckett and a nephew; Josh Puckett, grandparents: John and Mary Etta Tomlinson, and Leslie and Sam Ethel Puckett. The memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Monday, May 15 at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Rev. Barbara Blackmon-Fortune officiating. Calling hours will be Monday, May 15 from 11:00 am. until service time at 1pm. Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN. Immediately following the memorial service, everyone is invited to attend a fellowship meal, in the fellowship hall of the church. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be given to Jeff Puckett Memorial Fund at the Bank of Halls, for the purpose of establishing community support for the Illness of Addiction. Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 15. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service MAY 15. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Peggy Jean Sexton

July 11, 1943 – May 11, 2017

Peggy Jean Sexton, 73, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, May 11, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born July 11, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Emmett Houston and Noba Burkeen Sexton. She was disabled and a member of Northside Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Travis Davison with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Sherri Newman

May 18, 1947 – May 10, 2017

Sharon June "Sherri" Newman, age 69, of Alamo died Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Sherri was born May 18, 1947 in Chicago, IL. She is the daughter of the late Carmen and the late Frances J. Salerno. Sherri married McKay Newman on October 30, 1987. She retired from Delta Faucet in 2005. Sherri is survived by her husband: McKay Newman, two Daughters: Tammy Lynn Riley of Alamo, TN and Denise (Steven) Gould of Alamo, TN, and one Son: Jimmy (Sharon) Riley of Alamo, TN; Step Daughter, Shewania (Stan) Riley Holmes of Phoenix, AZ.; Step Son, William Donnie Riley of Maury City, TN;. Sherri is also survived by 10 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren... Grandson, Austin Tate Riley; Grandson, Jacob Russell Riley; Granddaughter, Kassidy Kathleen Riley; Grandson, Jonah Allen Gould; Grandson, Joseph Rivers Gould; Grandson, Cody Holley; Granddaughter, Stephanie Ripley; Granddaughter, Allysia Holmes; Grandson, B. J. Riley; Grandson, Clint (Lindsey) Riley; Great-Grandaughter, Krista Riley; Great-Grandaughter, Emma Boatright; Great-Grandaughter, Eva Boatright; Great-Grandaughter, Reese McKenzie Riley; Great-Grandaughter, Ray-Lee Marie Riley. Predeceased by her Father Carmen J. Salerno, MotherErnest Francis Salerno. A memorial service will be held 6:30 pm on Thursday, May 18 at Faith Independent Methodist Church, Alamo, TN with Bro. Matt Herndon officiating. In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be sent to St. Jude or NOAH.

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Ross Willard

September 04, 1926 – May 10, 2017

Ross Willard, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on September 4, 1926 in Dyer County, TN to the late Robert Murf Willard and the late Lillie Mae Bradley Willard. Ross was a retired refrigeration engineer for Beatrice Foods in Moses Lake, WA. He was a WWII Navy Veteran.

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Annie Maurine Willis

May 23, 1924 – May 09, 2017

Annie Maurine Willis, age 92, of Friendship died Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Annie was born May 23, 1924 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Charlie and the late Ollie Mae (Duncan) Rodgers. She was married to the late Johnny B. Willis. She is survived by one daughter: Anne Humphreys of Halls, TN and two sons: Steve Forsythe of Dyersburg, TN and Johnny Willis of Dyersburg, TN. Sister of two sisters: Patty Davenport of Mt. Juliet, TN and Hazel Jones of Friendship, TN, and one brother: Charlie " Buddy " Rodgers of Alamo, TN. She also leaves 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Annie was a member of Palestine United Methodist Church. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Wednesday, May 10 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Allen Grant officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Friendship on Wednesday, following the service. Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 10 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation MAY 10. 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 10. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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George Wallace Luckett

January 15, 1940 – May 09, 2017

George Wallace Luckett, 77, of Dyersburg, died May 9, 2017 at his residence. Born January 15, 1940, he was self-employed mason and truck driver. He was a member of Independent Free Holiness Church. .

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 12, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Calvin Smith with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. .

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Lewis Barton Palmer

October 30, 1964 – May 08, 2017

Lewis Barton Palmer, 52, of Cordova, TN formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on October 30, 1964 in Millington, TN. Bart was a security technician for Protection One Security in Memphis. He was a member of Jamestown Church of Christ and was a talented musician and guitarist.

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Mikel Wayne Allen

September 18, 1952 – May 07, 2017

Mikel Wayne Allen, 64, of Dyersburg, died Sunday in Dyersburg. Born to the late Paul and Martha Sue Dixon Allen of McKenzie, TN, he was in sales.

He is survived by his sister, Martha Irene Pyles (Yancy) of Conroe, TX; his brother, Thomas Earl Allen (Marlene) of Shelbyville, IN; his former wife, Carolyn Allen of Dyersburg; one step-daughter, Heather Jones (Chris) of Dyersburg; and two 2 step-grandchildren, Ayden Jones and Lynlee Jones.

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Carl Michial Newman

December 17, 1948 – May 06, 2017

Carl Michial Newman, age 68, of Ripley died Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Carl was born December 17, 1948 in Haywood Co., TN. He is the son of the late James Harvey and the late Alberta Lee (Yancy) Newman. Carl retired from Forked Deer Electric Company. He is survived by his wife: Virginia (Campbell) Newman , one daughter: Stacey Drumwright of Eureka, IL and two sons: Jeff Newman of Dyersburg, TN and Eric Newman of Antioch, TN.Brother of three sisters: Lil Jean Hunt of Curve, TN, Bertie Sue Morrow of Mobile, AL and Bessie May Barlow of Ripley, TN, and three brothers: James Clayton Newman of Ripley, TN, Wilson Newman of Curve, TN and Thomas Newman of Nankipoo, TN. Carl also leaves 4 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10:00 am. Tuesday May 9,2017 at Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church St. Halls ,TN 38040 with Brother Lynn King Officiating. Visitation will be held Monday May 8,2017 at Halls Funeral Home from 5 til 8 pm Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family has asked that donations be made to the Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation. . . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAY 8. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 9. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Marie Childress

July 07, 1968 – May 06, 2017

Marie Childress, 48, of Munford, died Saturday, May 6, 2017 at her residence. Born July 7, 1968, she was Administrative Assistant at Road Warriors and a homemaker.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, May 11, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Calvin Smith with interment to follow in Dry Hill Cemetery.

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Bobby Leon Burkett

December 28, 1940 – May 03, 2017

Bobby Leon Burkett, 76, of Ridgely, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

He was born on December 28, 1940 in Humphreys County, TN to the late, George Washington Burkett and the late Rosie May Haygood Burkett. Bobby was retired from the maintenance department with Inland Container in New Johnsonville, TN. He was also a member of First United Pentecostal Church in Waverly, TN.

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Earl J. Stanford

May 17, 1940 – May 01, 2017

Earl J. Stanford, 76, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was born on May 17, 1940 in Decaturville, TN to the late W.B. Stanford and the late Annie Martha Detric Stanford. Earl was a retired veteran from the U.S. Navy. He had also served in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army, with over 20 years of service.

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Eva Louise "Tidley" Baker Seratt

September 29, 1925 – May 01, 2017

Eva Louise "Tidley" Baker Seratt, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2017 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was born on September 29, 1925 in Dyer County, TN to the late Elco Baker and the late Ollie Daniel Baker. Louise was a retired employee with Dyersburg Fabrics and attended East Dyersburg Methodist Church. She loved working in her flower beds and enjoyed her constant companion, Tiger the cat.

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Luther Richard Faulk

June 21, 1928 – April 27, 2017

Luther Richard Faulk, 88, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

He was born on June 21, 1928 in Portageville, MO to the late Nathan William Faulk and the late Bessie Mae Carrington Faulk. Luther was well loved by all the people he worked with and supervised during his 30 years at Heco. He had a logging job and had other grown men under his supervision at the age of 14. Luther was a very hard working man and had two jobs most of his life.

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Christine Hart

August 01, 1924 – April 27, 2017

Christine "Cricket" Hart, 92, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at Northbrook Nursing Home in Jackson, where she had been cared for with skill and compassion for the past several years.

Cricket was born on August 1, 1924 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Odie and Naomi McIntosh Wilkerson. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church but also attended First Assembly of God and Cornerstone Church of God in her earlier years. She was a 2nd shift nurse at Colonial Rubber for 26 years.

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Jimmy Rodney Moore

November 01, 1949 – April 25, 2017

Jimmy Rodney Moore, 67, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Jackson Regional.

He was born on November 1, 1949 in Williamson, West Virginia. Jimmy was a retired carpenter for Charles Seaton Construction and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ in Friendship.

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Patricia Ann Carlton

September 21, 1951 – April 23, 2017

Patricia Ann Carlton, 65, of Trenton, died Sunday, April 23, 2017 at her residence. Born September 21, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Steve and Mary Elizabeth Cantrell Crowe. She was a member of the Trenton Church of God.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Troy Redmond with interment to follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery in Trenton.

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Margaret Louise Clark

September 17, 1939 – April 20, 2017

Margaret Louise Clark, 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at her residence.

She was born on September 17, 1939 in Dyer County, TN to the late Frank Sullivan and the late Lena Ham Sullivan. Louise retired in 2006 as a postmaster for the U.S. Postal Service, where she worked for 37 years. She was a member of Finley Baptist Church, where she was also a member of Young at Hearts Club.

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Joyce A. Wilson

February 28, 1931 – April 20, 2017

Joyce A. Wilson, 86, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was born on February 28, 1931 in Dyer County, TN to the late, Joseph Franklin Alford and the late Pearl B. Stanfill Alford. Joyce was retired from Wilson Piano and was a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church.

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Danny Burkeen

April 22, 1960 – April 20, 2017

Danny (Danno) Burkeen 57, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Tennova HealthcareDyersburg Regional. Born April 22 1960, he was the son of the late Thomas Odell Burkeen and Pauline Sexton Burkeen.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Jullian Huey. Intermentwill follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Janie Connell

February 17, 1949 – April 20, 2017

Janie D. Connell, 68, of Munford, formerly of Dyersburg, died Thursday, April 20, 2017 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis. Born February 17, 1949 to the late Elijah Hill “Shorty” and Anna Katherine Wright Noel, she was retired as the Recreation Assistant for the City of Dyersburg.

Pallbearers will be Josh Childress, Andy Baker, Randy Pinkley, Mike Thedford, Kenny McLean and Lloyd Stewart.

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Barbara Ann Rhodes Griffith

November 12, 1954 – April 19, 2017

Barbara Ann Rhodes Griffith, 62, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Union City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

She was born on November 12, 1954 in Ridgely, TN. Barbara was a homemaker.

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James Carroll "Jim" Thorne

August 31, 1947 – April 18, 2017

James Carroll "Jim" Thorne, age 69, of Ripley died Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Jim was born August 31, 1947 in Union City, TN. He is the son of the late James Virgil and the late Cora Worrell (Jones) Thorne. Jim married Kathy Clark. He served in the US Army. Jim was a Truck Driver. Jim is survived by his wife: Kathy (Clark) Thorne. Brother of three sisters: Donna Nolan of Union City, TN, Ann Dowden of Martin, TN and Linda Williams of Union City, TN. Step Son William Reynolds of Ripley, TN. Jim is also survived by 8 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 12:00 pm on Friday, April 21 at Lightfoot Cemetery, Jack Caldwell Rd., Ripley, TN with Bro. Tracy Henson officiating. Burial will be in Lightfoot Cemetery Ripley on Friday, April 21 following the service. Calling hours will be Friday, April 21 beginning at 9am. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Light Foot Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation APR 21. 9:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service APR 21. 12:00 PM (CT) Light Foot Cemetery Ripley, TN

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John L. Yarbro, Jr.

June 23, 1955 – April 18, 2017

John L. Yarbro, Jr., 61, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at his residence. Born June 23, 1955, he was the son of the late John L., Sr. and Cissie Alley Yarbro. He was a farmer and landowner. John was a lifetime member of First United Methodist Church. He was a talented graphic artist, avid photographer and car enthusiast.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 23, 2017 conducted by Reverend Dell King with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Bob Larry Hendrix

June 07, 1938 – April 17, 2017

Bob Larry Hendrix, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2017 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

He was born on June 7, 1938 in Lenox, TN to the late, George Freeman Hendrix and the late Clara Louise McCullouch Hendrix. Bob was a retired foreman at Dyersburg Fabrics, where he worked for 29 years. He was a deacon and member of Hurricane Hill Presbyterian Church. Bob served his country in the U.S. Air Force.

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Wana Mae Miller

April 07, 1934 – April 17, 2017

Wana Mae Miller, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on April 7, 1934 in McNairy County, TN to the late Claude Martin and the late Cleva Massengill Martin. Wana Mae was a homemaker and was a member of First Christian Church.

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Wade E. Richardson

November 03, 1928 – April 16, 2017

Wade E. Richardson, 88, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

He was born on November 3, 1928 in Lauderdale County, TN to the late, Paten O. Richardson and the late Anna M. Parks. Wade was a retired contractor and attended Fowlkes Methodist Church. He liked to hunt and fish and was also an avid coon hunter. Wade served his country in the U.S. Army.

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Charles L. Baker

June 12, 1927 – April 16, 2017

Charles L. Baker, 89, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, April 16, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born June 12, 1927, he was the son of the late Charles and Rena Owen Baker. He was retired from Heckethorn Manufacturing Company and Arbys. Mr. Baker proudly served our country in the Navy and Air Force.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 20. 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Brian Grow with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Gloria Bryan

August 02, 1947 – April 15, 2017

Gloria Fern Bryan, 69, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born August 2, 1947 to the late Donald Dean Hollis and Mable Fern Shelton, she was retired from Medsouth Healthcare. Gloria was a very loving, family oriented and giving person and loved animals. She enjoyed traveling with her husband which always included shopping.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, April 20, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Edgar Shults and Larry Jacobi. Visitation will follow the service concluding at 7:00 p.m.

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Sue Kennedy Inlow

December 10, 1937 – April 15, 2017

Sue Kennedy Inlow, 79, of Tiptonville, died Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Reelfoot Manor. Born December 10, 1937, she is the daughter of the late Waltie and Hester Kennedy. She was retired from the State of Tennessee after 37 years with the Department of Human Services. She was a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 22, 2017 at the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with interment to follow at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely conducted by Brother Roy Sharp.

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Lonnie Sewell

May 20, 1954 – April 14, 2017

Lonnie Victor Sewell, 62, of the Unionville Community, died Friday, April 14, 2017 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. Born May 20, 1954, he was the son of the late L.V. and Mary Ann Sewell. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church. Lonnie was a Quality Assurance Technician at NSK.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at Southside Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Loren Stephens.

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Martha Sue Hayes

December 18, 1940 – April 12, 2017

Martha Sue Hayes, 76, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at her residence.

She was born on December 18, 1940 in Greenfield, Mississippi, to the late, Lloyd Dunn and the late Donna Fitzgerald Dunn. Martha was a retired employee for Northwest Correctional Facility, where she worked for 15 years.

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Elmer Lynn Burkett

December 20, 1946 – April 12, 2017

Elmer Lynn Burkett, 70, of Martin, formerly of Mooring, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on December 20, 1946 in Humphreys County, TN to the late, Hardy Burkett and the late Lettie Pearl Sager Burkett. Elmer was a retired farmer and was a Baptist.

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Cecil Daniel Morrow

June 01, 1926 – April 12, 2017

Cecil Daniel Morrow, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at Dyersburg Health & Rehab.

He was born on June 1, 1926. Cecil was a retired self-employed salesman and was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ. Cecil was a U.S. Navy Veteran serving his country during WWII.

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Thomas Wayne Pleasant

March 03, 1942 – April 11, 2017

Thomas Wayne Pleasant, 75, of Friendship, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on March 3, 1942 in Dyer County, TN, to the late, William Pleasant and the late Ruth Tibbs McAlister. Thomas was a retired truck driver for Wal-Mart. He loved catching, cooking and eating fish. Thomas also enjoyed being surrounded by his family and friends.

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Margaret Virginia Wagster

February 05, 1931 – April 09, 2017

Margaret Virginia Wagster, 86, of Trimble, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on February 5, 1931 in Trimble, TN to the late, Lattie Parnell and the late Gertrude Ragsdale. Margaret was a homemaker and was also a member of First Baptist Church in Trimble.

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Hollie Marie Adcock

May 02, 1994 – April 09, 2017

Hollie Marie Adcock, 22 year old daughter of David and Pamie Adcock, died Sunday, April 9, 2017 at Regional One Health in Memphis. Born May 2, 1994 in Jackson, she was a 2015 Summa Cum Laude graduate of Mississippi State University where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. Hollie was a 2012 graduate of Dyer County High School, serving as co-valedictorian, maintaining a 4.0 average. She was elected senior class President and Miss DCHS. Hollie was a member of Newbern First Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, April 13, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Danny Klutts and Reverend Mike McCullough. Interment services will be private.

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Frances Warren McNeill

November 10, 1920 – April 08, 2017

Frances Warren McNeill, 96, of Halls, Tennessee, passed away peacefully April 8, 2017, at the Alamo Nursing Home in Alamo, Tennessee. She was born to the late Presley and Daisy Smith in Friendship, Tennessee, November 10, 1920. A graduate of Friendship High School, she went to work at the Associate's Insurance Agency in South Bend, Indiana. After a short time, she returned home to work at the Halls Airbase during the war. It was at this time, that she met and married the late J.W. Warren of Forked Deer, Tennessee. They lived together in Halls until his death in 1973. She remarried in 1980 to the late M.R. McNeill of Troy, Tennessee. Frances was a wife and mother, first and foremost. She loved her church, Mt. Moriah Primitive Baptist of Friendship, where she served as clerk for many years. An accomplished seamstress, excellent cook, and avid bridge player, she was loved by all for her wonderful sense of humor. She is survived by her children, J.W. Warren Jr. (Betty) of Halls and Pat Adcock (Harry) of Trenton; a sister Mona Jeanne Jarrell of Springfield, Tennessee; a cousin Linda Brost of South Bend, Indiana; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at the Halls First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 12:30 pm until the service time. Donations can be made to the Halls First United Methodist Church and Halls Cemetery Association. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation APR 11. 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service APR 11. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Nelda Kay Davis

September 29, 1947 – April 07, 2017

Nelda Kay Davis, 69, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, April 7, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was born on September 29, 1947 in Dyer County, to the late, Arthur Atchison and the late Edith Triplett Atchison. Nelda was a homemaker.

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Bobbie Ann Ledford

August 09, 1939 – April 07, 2017

Bobbie Ann Ledford, 77, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 7, 2017 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born August 9, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Joe Bob and Sarah Davis Latham McNeill. She was a registered nurse for 41 years at Parkview Hospital and a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church. Mrs. Ledford was an avid reader and supported of McIvers Grant Public Library and the Humane Society.

Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 10, 2017 at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Reverend Bill Phipps. Family and friends are asked to gather at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. Monday morning.

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