Jill Childress Craft

November 20, 1972 – January 25, 2016

Jill Childress Craft, 43, of Union Grove, AL passed away on Monday, January 25, 2016 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL.

Mrs. Craft was born on November 20, 1972 in Dyersburg, the daughter of Thomas W. Childress and Cindy D. Douthit Childress. She grew up in Dyersburg and was a mammographer at Huntsville Hospital. She married Kevin Craft on December 6, 2003 and they lived in Union Grove, AL for 12 years. Jill was a graduate of Union University with a Bachelors Degree. She attended the Grassy Church of Christ.

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Elmer John Rausch

June 16, 1941 – January 24, 2016

Elmer Rausch, 74, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 24, 2016 at his residence. Born June 16, 1941, he was the son of the late John Anthony and Mildred Jaeger Rausch. He was a retired business owner of Chuppa Knife. Elmer was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 29, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend David Graham with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Blake Harden, James Harden, Sam White, Greg Armstrong, Ray Faulk and Steve Fowlkes. Honorary pallbearer will be Dr. Preston Dickerson, Gary Brainerd, Sr. and James McCorkle. The family will receive friends Thursday, January 28th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Rausch; one daughter, Christine Harden of Starkville, MS; two sons, John Rausch of Dyersburg, Tony Rausch of San Diego, CA; one sister, Julie Klosterman of Charlotte, NC; 5 grandchildren, Holly Rausch, Erin Rausch, Blake Harden, Blair White, Michael DeWolfe and great-grandchild Paxton White; three step-children, Sue (Chuck) Collins, Jeanne (Ken) Lesperance, Tim (Tammy) Ertl; 6 step-grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren. The family requests memorials be directed to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311. 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.

Visitation Thursday, January 28th, 2016 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Friday, January 29th, 2016 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, January 29th, 2016 10:30 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Elsie Arlene Ozment

November 18, 1929 – January 23, 2016

Elsie Arlene Ozment, age 86, of Halls died Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. Elsie was born November 18, 1929 in Lauderdale Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Johnny and the late Ada Ozment. She was a factory employee at Tupperware Manufacturing. Predeceased by her son, Rickey Ozment. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 26 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls on Tuesday, January 26 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, January 26 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation JAN 26. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 26. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Janice Dianne Mclean

May 20, 1947 – January 23, 2016

Janice Dianne McLean, 68, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at her residence.

She was a retired hairdresser.

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Janice Reaves Stafford

November 20, 1933 – January 23, 2016

Janice Reaves Stafford, 82, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. She was born November 20, 1933 to the late Harold and Geraldine Reaves. She was retired from Tennessee Department of Employment Security and was a columnist for The Dyersburg Mirror and the Dyer County Tennessean. She published a cookbook, From the Back Burner that became a local favorite. Proceeds from the sale were donated to the Dyer County Fair Association. Mrs. Stafford was an active member of First United Methodist Church where she was a member of the Sellers Sunday School Class and was instrumental in beginning the Homebound Communion program. After retirement, she was a Pink Lady beginning her tenure at Parkview Hospital and continuing thru 2002. She was a past board member of the Dyer County Volunteer blood program and an avid bridge player. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Dell King and Reverend Ed White with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jim Houston, Joey Pritchett, Tony Deere, Gerald Brandon, Freddie Wortman, Dr. Jim Caylor and Dr. Robin Algee. The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 26th from 9:00 am - 11:00 am at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Janie Stafford of Dyersburg; two sons, Bubba Stafford of Dyersburg, Tommy Stafford (Yvette) of Roseland, VA; and three grandchildren, Lauren Parker of Dyersburg and Adam and Peyton Stafford of Roseland, VA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Billie G. Stafford; her sister, Nancy Reaves Godsey and her brother, W.H. “Bill” Reaves, Jr. The family requests memorials be directed to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. 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. Other Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 09:00 am - 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Tuesday, January 26th, 2016 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Leo Keith Thurmond

August 06, 1938 – January 23, 2016

Leo Thurmond, 77, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 23, 2016 at his granddaughter's residence in Lakeland. He was retired from Bennett's Tool and Die. Graveside services for Mr. Thurmond will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 25, 2016 at Dyer County Memorial Gardens conducted by Mr. John Huse Robinson. Family members will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive friends Monday, January 25th from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his son, Terry Thurmond of Selmer; his sister, Cathy Thurmond of Hornbeak; his brother Larry Thurmond and wife Ann, of Paris; 2 granddaughters, Heather Crosno, Amanda Owens; 6 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Reasearch Hospital, P. O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. 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. Visitation Monday, January 25th, 2016 11:00 am - 01:30 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Monday, January 25th, 2016 02:00 pm Dyer County Memorial Gardens , Dyersburg TN 38024

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J. A. Barker

September 21, 1926 – January 21, 2016

Chief Hospital Corpsman J. A. Barker, 89, of Cordova, TN, formerly of Ridgely, died Thursday, January 21, 2016 at Methodist Hospice Residence in Memphis, Tn. Born September 21, 1926 in Ridgely, Tn. he was the son of the late Jesse A. and Irene Mathis Barker. Mr. Barker was a retired 21 year veteran of the Navy, through WW2 and the Korean Conflict. He spent 13 years at Burroughs Corp. then night administrator at Shelby State College, Gill Campus.

Graveside services, with military honors, will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 30, 2016 at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely, Tn. conducted by Reverend David Gray.

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James E. "Woody" Woods, Jr.

June 01, 1943 – January 19, 2016

James E. “Woody” Woods, Jr., 72, of Dyersburg, TN died Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born June 1, 1943 to the late James E. Woods, Sr. and Margaret Geneva Dowell Woods, he was an Air Force veteran. Woody was owner of Dyersburg Insulation and former owner of Daylight Donuts. He was a Baptist. Woody was an avid fisherman, loved a good game of cards and enjoyed life and entertaining his friends with his infectious smile and sense of humor. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 23, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Young with interment to follow in Halls Cemetery in Halls, TN. Pallbearers will be Harrison Butler, Phil Bivens, Bob Newbill, William Mallard, Thomas Gamble and Don Gregson. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Butler, Charles Kelly, Preston Dickerson, Glen Phillips, Nate Dearing, Dave Crockett, Elmer Rauschand Robert Galloway. The family will receive friends Friday, January 22nd from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carol Ballentine Woods; his daughter, Tina Michelle Woods Butler (Johnny); his son, Max Robert Woods (Angie), all of Dyersburg; 4 grandchildren, Brittly Cianciola (Jerome), Madison Butler, Harrison Butler, Ashlei Archie and 3 great-granddaughters, Caroline Cianciola, Mary Frances Cianciola and Mae Cianciola. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-mother, Alma Allen Woods; and 2 sisters, Mary Virginia Hughes and Frances Allen Coleman. The family requests memorials be directed to the Dyersburg/Dyer Co Humane Society P.O. Box 223 Dyersburg, TN 38025 or St. Judes Children Research Hospital PO Box 50 Memphis, TN 38101-9929. Woody was a man full of good humor, compassion and a tenderness that we will all miss. His respect for everyone served as an example for all who loved him. In a world that pivots toward violence and fervent speech, he was an example of how to live a loving and generous life. He will be sorely missed by his family, his many friends and the myriad of animals he cared for so well. 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. Visitation Friday, January 22nd, 2016 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, January 23rd, 2016 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Oneida B. Armstrong

January 18, 2016

Oneida B. Armstrong, 96, of Knoxville, formerly of Tiptonville, peacefully passed away on Monday, January 18, 2016.

She was a devoted member of South Knoxville Church of Christ. Oneida lived through two world wars and the Great Depression. She taught herself French and became close with many students from all over the world evaluating and instructing them in their bible lessons via the internet. She wrote poetry and painted in her free time, kept a garden, and loved taking walks. Oneida was beautiful.

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Gloria Ann Johnson

November 06, 1948 – January 16, 2016

Gloria Ann Johnson, 67, of Newbern, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was a retired factory employee for World Color Press. Ms. Gloria was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and was the owner of Gloria's Hair Bows & More.

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Daniel William Felkner

January 16, 2016

Daniel William Felkner, 72, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2016.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Judith; his children, Connie Lindsey (David) of Eads, TN, Beth Shipman (Jonathan) of Arlington, TN, Robert Felkner (Dana) of Memphis, TN and Erich Felkner (Tiffany) of Washington, IN; eleven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three brothers; five sisters; along with many nieces and nephews.

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Joy Dean Yarbro

November 09, 1934 – January 15, 2016

Joy Dean Yarbro, age 81, of Ripley died Friday, January 15, 2016 at Covington Care Center of Covington, TN. Joy was born November 9, 1934 in Lauderdale Co. TN. She is the daughter of the late Jessie Lawrence and the late Eva Maie (Rodgers) Gipson. She was married to the late Robert P. Reynolds and The Late Robert L.Yarbro. She worked for Tupperware here in Halls. She is survived by three daughters: Carla (Ray) McBroom of Halls, TN, Anita (Jerry) Adkerson of Ripley, TN, Judy (Ed) Latham of Crockett Mills, TN and three sons: Phillip (Pearl) Reynolds of Ft. Lauderdale, FL., Gary Reynolds of Alamo, TN, David (Linda) Reynolds of Halls, TN; Sister of one sister: Marilyn (Sammy) Broglin of Dyersburg, TN; She also has fifteen Grandchildren, 29 Great-Grandchildren and 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by a son Steve Reynolds. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Monday, January 18 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Rocky Gilliam officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg on Monday, following the service Calling hours will be Sunday, January 17 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Visitation JAN 17. 5:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN JAN 18. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Ruby Jean Petty

May 02, 1932 – January 14, 2016

Ruby Jean Petty, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was retired from the molding department at Colonial Rubber and was a member of Pierce Lane Church of Christ.

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Katherine B. Davis

August 12, 1926 – January 14, 2016

Katherine B. Davis, 89, of Southaven, MS, passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2016 at her residence.

She was a homemaker.

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Lurlene Hummer

April 08, 1925 – January 13, 2016

Lurlene Hummer, 90, of Newbern, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

Ms. Lurlene was a retired obstetric technician at Parkview Hospital.

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Peggy Jane Darnell

September 03, 1927 – January 13, 2016

Peggy J. Darnell (formerly Anderson, Tweedy, Miller), 88, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died January 13, 2016 in The Woodlands, Texas.

She was born in Halls Tennessee on Sept. 3 rd , 1927 and lived in Dyersburg for 53 years before moving to Texas in 2010. She retired from banking after 33 ½ years in the business, employed the last 22 ½ years with Security State Bank. She was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

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Jean Sims Finley

December 15, 1934 – January 10, 2016

Jean Sims Finley, 81, of the Fowlkes community, died Sunday, January 10, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare - Dyersburg Regional. Born December 15, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Jimmie Sims and Lona Hickerson Siler. She was a former owner of Anna-Marie Youthland. She was a Baptist. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Danny OGuin with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steve Stafford, Jeff Heathcott, Jeff Yarbrough, Robert Horner and Glen Jones. The family will receive friends Tuesday, January 12th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, William “Bill” Finley; one daughter, Gina Finley of Atlanta, GA and Charles W. Finley of Dyersburg. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929 or March of Dimes, 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605. 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. Visitation Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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John Edward Petty

July 25, 1928 – January 09, 2016

John Edward Petty, 87, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was a retired salesman for the Dyersburg Coca-Cola Plant. John attended Pierce Lane Church of Christ.

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Thelma Irene Canada Houston

July 17, 1924 – January 09, 2016

Thelma Irene Canada Houston, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was a retired supervisor for Troy Manufacturing and served as a Pink Lady at the hospital. Ms. Thelma was a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School Class and was a choir member. She was also a member of the Senior Circle.

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Billy Wade Lamb

February 06, 1964 – January 09, 2016

Billy Wade Lamb, 51, of Ridgely, died Saturday, January 9, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare - Dyersburg Regional. Born February 6, 1964, he was the son of the late Betty Sue Dotson Lamb and Robert “Billy” Lamb, Jr. He was a truck driver for Volunteer Express and a member of Ridgely Church of Christ. He was an Army veteran. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 12, 2016 in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Mr. Jeff ODell with interment to follow in Keefe Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Butler, Matt Riley, Stacy Rudd, Bradley Bishop, David Fowlkes, Kurtiss Lamb, Brent Peevyhouse, Randy Lamb and Larry Walton. The family will receive friends Monday, January 11th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his daughter, Jessica Lamb, son, Thomas Lamb, both of Jonesboro, GA; his father, Robert Lamb, Jr. of Ridgely; two sisters, Tammy Lamb Holden (Patrick) of Dyersburg, Holly Lamb of Tiptonville; and one brother, Marty Lamb of Dyersburg. The family requests memorials be directed to Ridgely Church of Christ. 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. Visitation Monday, January 11th, 2016 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home Ridgely Chapel 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 11:00 am Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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Ralph Newman

November 08, 1944 – January 08, 2016

Ralph Edgar Newman, age 71, of Ripley died Friday, January 8, 2016 at his home in Ripley. Ralph was born November 8, 1944 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of Houston and the late Mary (Koonce) Newman. He served in the National Guard. Ralph also belonged to the Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P). He was the Assistant Chief of the Halls Police Dept. where he served as a police officer for 38 years. He is survived by one daughter: Tabatha Newman Neville of Ripley, TN; his father Houston Newman; Brother of one brother: Larry Newman of Ripley, TN; Niece, Valerie Newman Cunningham; nephew, Jeff Newman both of Ripley Predeceased by his son, Micheal Blane Newman. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 12 at Halls First United Methodist Church, , Halls, TN with Bro. Donnie Reed and Halls Police Chief Dustin White officiating. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley on Tuesday, January 12 . Calling hours will be Monday, January 11 from 5-8 pm at Halls First United Methodist Church Halls, TN. Donations can be made in Ralph's honor to St. Jude, American Cancer Society, Halls Police Dept. or the donors choice. . Cemetery Details Ripley Memorial Gardens Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation JAN 11. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service JAN 12. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Betty Jean Holland

October 02, 1939 – January 08, 2016

Betty Jean Holland, 76, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was a retired housekeeper for Parkview Hospital. Ms. Betty was a Baptist.

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Green Williamson Smitheal, III

August 20, 1955 – January 08, 2016

Green Williamson Smitheal, III, 60, of Dyersburg, died Friday, January 8, 2016 at his residence. Born August 20, 1955 in Memphis, TN, he was the son of the late Green Smitheal, Jr. and Laura Lee Drane Smitheal. He was a farmer, landowner, and a lifelong member of Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where he was an Elder and a member of the Robert T. Kerr Sunday School Class. Green was a 1973 graduate of Dyersburg High School and a 1977 graduate of the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, where he was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. He was an Eagle Scout and achieved the level of Wood Badge. He served on the Board of Directors at First Citizens National Bank and the Farmers Co-Op and was a member of the Tennessee Agriculture Committee. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 11, 2016 in the Sanctuary at Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church conducted by Reverend Paul Tucker and Reverend Annetta Camp with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Danny Dedmon, Bobby Grooms, Jim Hamilton, Patrick Heckethorn, Montie Rogers, Marvin Schultz, Jimmie Wilkes, Danny Willis and Paul Yarbro. The family will receive friends Sunday, January 10th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at the funeral home and also Monday morning from 10:00 am - 10:45 prior to the service in the Parlor at the church. He is survived by his wife Melissa (Missy) West Smitheal; 2 sons, Wes Smitheal of Nashville, David Smitheal of Meridian, MS; his sister, Rebecca Smitheal Laine (Craig) of Nashville; and his niece Laura Laine and nephew Wilson Laine. The family requests memorials be directed to Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 2280 Parr Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024 or to the charity of the donors choice. 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. Visitation Sunday, January 10th, 2016 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Monday, January 11th, 2016 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Monday, January 11th, 2016 10:00 am - 10:45 am Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church 2280 Parr Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, January 11th, 2016 11:00 am Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church 2280 Parr Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Parker Glen Tate

January 05, 2016

Parker Glen Tate, infant son of Aaron (A. J.) Tate, Jr. and Chynna Parker, died Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Graveside services will be at 1:00 P. M., Thursday, January 7, 2016 conducted by Brother Kenny Chessor at Fairview Cemetery. In addition to his parents, Parker is survived by his grandparents, Mike and Valerie Parker of Dyersburg and Aaron and Tammy Tate of Newbern; his great-grandparents, Jim and Pat Howard and Johnny and Maxine Tate, all of Dyersburg, Steve and Cyndi Webb of Friendship, Ruby and Larry Alexander of Dyer; his great-great-grandparents, Robbie Webb and Crindola Milner, both of Dyersburg and his aunt and uncles, Hillary and Justin Permenter, Cody and Brittany Tate, Courtney and Brandon Boane, all of Dyersburg. He was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, J. D. and Rachel Stout. 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 Graveside Service Thursday, January 7th, 2016 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Jennifer Beth Childress Furr

January 16, 1982 – January 03, 2016

Jennifer Beth Childress Furr, 33, of Tiptonville, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2016 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was a hostess for retail sales and was a member of the Church of Christ.

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Kerry Alexander Leake, Sr.

July 30, 1944 – January 03, 2016

Kerry Alexander Leake, Sr. of Olive Branch, Mississippi

At 5:35am on the morning of January 3, 2016, Kerry passed away at Methodist Hospice Residence after a four-month battle with cancer. He was and has been surrounded by friends and family throughout. He was 71 years old.

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James Donald "Fish" Bell

May 17, 1949 – January 03, 2016

James Donald "Fish" Bell, 66, of Obion, died Sunday, January 3, 2016 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born May 17, 1949, he was the son of the late William Delbert Bell and Katie Pearl Collier Bell. He was a retired truckdriver. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, January 5, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Carl Southerland. There will be fellowship at the Neighborhood Activity Center in Dyersburg following the funeral service. The family will receive friends Monday, January 4, 2016 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Ginger Bell; 2 daughters, Donnie Faye Bell of Union City, Heather Jo Bell of Martin; 1 son, James Donald Bell, Jr. of Union City; his mother, Katie Bell of Dyersburg; 2 brothers, Lawrence Bell of Ridgely, Jerry Bell of Obion; 3 sisters, Linda Hutcheson, June Watkins, both of Hornbeak, Pam Kemp of Florida, 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, 1984 St. John Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, January 4th, 2016 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Memorial Service Tuesday, January 5th, 2016 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Timothy "Bubba" Mack Hendrix

May 01, 1959 – January 02, 2016

Timothy "Bubba" Mack Hendrix, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at his residence.

He was a retired truck driver. Bubba was the former owner of Unionville Grocery and Hendrix Backhoe Service. He was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church.

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Maxie Junior Burns

October 29, 1925 – January 01, 2016

Maxie Junior Burns, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2016 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

Maxie was a retired pipeline foreman for L.O. Brayton & Company. He was also a former cab driver and former warehouse employee for Dyersburg Fabrics. Maxie was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII.

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Betty Jean Farley Cutcher

July 21, 1933 – January 01, 2016

Betty Jean Farley Cutcher, 82, of Cookeville, TN formerly of Dyersburg, died Friday, January 1, 2016 at Bethesda Health Care and Rehabilitation in Cookeville. Mrs. Cutcher was born July 21, 1933 to the late Harry Bennon Farley and Hazel Aleene Caudle Farley Hester. She was a retired nurse and a member of the Finley Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be 3:00 pm Sunday, January 3, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Calvin Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Mary Maleita Twyford

November 24, 1956 – December 31, 2015

Mary Maleita Twyford, 58, died December 31, 2015, in a nursing home in California.

She had lived just East of San Francisco with a friend, David Lynn, for the last twelve years. After the divorce of her parents, Maleita spent her earliest years with her grandparents, Wynn and Maleita Smith of Tiptonville. She graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Chemical Engineering.

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Geraldine "Gerry" Vandyke

September 05, 1924 – December 30, 2015

Geraldine "Gerry" VanDyke, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at Pine Meadows Nursing Home in Bolivar, TN.

She was a retired secretary for Dr. Robert Kerr. Mrs. Gerry was a member and former Children's Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church. She was Valedictorian of her high school graduation class at Humboldt High School and was a former Cub Scout Den Mother. Mrs. Gerry was also a member of the Summer Hill Garden Club and the Professional Secretaries International.

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Joe H."Bud" Reaves

November 28, 1936 – December 29, 2015

Joe “Bud” Reaves, 79, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born November 28, 1936 to the late Clarence and Lorene Pinkley Reaves, he was a partner at Mill Pallet. He was a member of Sorrells Chapel United Methodist Church and an avid golfer and horseman. Memorial services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, January 2, 2016 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at 1:00 pm. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Pat Reaves; 1 son, Steve Reaves and wife Laurie of Dyersburg; 2 grandchildren, Jacob Reaves, Josh Reaves; and 2 great-grandchildren, Maddie Reaves and Clayton Reaves. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Mike Reaves and a sister. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38024. 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. Visitation Saturday, January 2nd, 2016 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, January 2nd, 2016 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Linda Brashier Fears

July 12, 1950 – December 28, 2015

Linda Brashier Fears, 65, of Knoxville, formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2015 at her residence.

She was a retired employee for the U.S. Postal Service.

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Paul Webb

January 07, 1950 – December 28, 2015

Chester Paul Webb, Jr., 65, of Gates, TN died Monday, December 28, 2015 at his residence. Born January 7, 1950, he was the son of the late Chester Paul Webb, Sr. and Florence Webb Buchannon. He was a retired construction worker. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 30, 2015 Graveside at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Brother Ronnie Webb. Pallbearers will be Steven Cowart, DaLaney Cowart, Dusty Cowart, Cliff Wakefield, Chris Perry and Joseph Newman. The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 30th from 11:00 - 12:30 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his Mother, Florence Webb Buchannon; 3 step-daughters, Jean Wakefield (Keith) of Gates, Consuelo Perry (Chris) of Covington, Rene Meade of Burlison; 1 step-son, Glenn Gross (Penny) of Burlison; 2 sisters, Nancy Petty (Larry), Barbara Stover (Sam), both of Newbern; 1 half-brother, Steve Webb (Cindy) of Maury City; 6 step-grandchildren, Steven Cowart, DaLaney Cowart, Dusty Cowart, Dylan Morris, Stella Meade, B.J. Meade; 13 step-great-grandchildren; and 2 step-great-great-grandchildren. 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. Visitation Wednesday, December 30th, 2015 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Wednesday, December 30th, 2015 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Wednesday, December 30th, 2015 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Shirley Weichlein

August 01, 1935 – December 27, 2015

Shirley Weichlein, 80, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, December 27, 2015 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born August 1, 1935 to the late Lesley L. and Lilly Hancock Bayfield, she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was also preceded in death by her brother Lesley Bayfield of Cambridge, England. Shirley married Bill Weichlein in 1954 during the Korean War in Cambridge, England while he was serving in the United States Air Force. They originally settled in Kokomo, Indiana and then moved to Salem, Illinois and later Dyersburg, Tennessee; both with World Color Press. In 1993 the couple retired to Pahrump, Nevada but ultimately decided to call Dyersburg home. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William J. Weichlein; 1 daughter, Leslie A. Larson and husband Shawn of Gallatin; 1 son, Mark D. Weichlein and wife Sharon of Dyersburg; 1 brother, Ralph Bayfield, of England; 5 grandchildren, Kao Organ, Christian Clark, Taylor Larson, Sydney Larson, Anthony Hertel and wife Jeanna and 2 great-grandchildren, Xavier Hertel and Xander Hertel. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to: Alzheimers Foundation @ alz.org or the Dyer County Cancer Fund 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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Mr. Tommie Ray Jackson

July 24, 1935 – December 26, 2015

Tommie "Ray" Jackson, age 80, of Halls died Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Ray was born July 24, 1935. He is the son of the late John Franklin Jackson and the late Londa Elizabeth (Cleek) Hardin. He was employed as a Cotton Ginner. He is survived by two daughters: Karen Bell of Ripley, TN, Sharon Whitson of Halls, TN; step daughter, Marcia Pitts of Bells, TN; step sons, Jimmy Fitzhugh and Jeff Fitzhugh of Halls, TN, Brother of two sisters: Shirley Greenway of Brownsville, TN, Maureen Haas of Clifton, NJ and two brothers: Jimmy Jackson of Ripley, TN and Marvin Jackson of Brownsville, TN. Ray was predeceased by his wife Norma Jean Jackson and a grandson, Robert Donald Bell. The funeral will be held Wednesday, December 30 at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Floyds Chapel Cemetery, Friendship on Wednesday, December 30 following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 29 from 5-8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Floyd's Chapel Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 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 DEC 30. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Mary Kate Bell

August 10, 1924 – December 26, 2015

Mary Kate Bell, 91, of Lobelville, formerly of Tiptonville, died Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Perry County Nursing Home in Linden, TN. Born August 10, 1924 to the late Benjamin Harrison and Susie Virginia McCrady Moore, she was a homemaker and a member of Lakeview Baptist Church in Tiptonville. Graveside services for Mrs. Bell will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 28, 2015 at Tiptonville City Cemetery conducted by Mark Moore. She is survived by her sister, Becky Moore of Lobelville; and a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Bradford Bell; her daughter, Patricia Anne Bell; 3 sisters, Bennie Sue Ray, Ruby Kemp, Nellie Jo Steed; and her brother, Rufus Moore. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, 1984 St. John Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website, www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Monday, December 28th, 2015 02:00 pm Tiptonville City Cemetery , Tiptonville TN 38079

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Edna Pauline Dunaway

December 01, 1916 – December 24, 2015

Edna Pauline Dunaway, age 99, of Nankipoo died Thursday, December 24, 2015 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Edna was born December 1, 1916. She is the daughter of the late William and the late Maggie (Eisom) Lee. She was a homemaker. She is survived by one son: J.A. (Joyce) Dunaway, a granddaughter, Paula Bales, 4 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Pauline was predeceased by her husband Ezell Dunaway, a granddaughter, Beth Haynes, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 27 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Sunday, December 27 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be held Sunday, December 27 from 12:00 pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Service DEC 27. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Visitation DEC 27. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Connie Ann Belcher

July 22, 1948 – December 24, 2015

Connie Ann Belcher, age 67, of Halls died Thursday, December 24, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Connie was born July 22, 1948 in Brownsville, TN. She is the daughter of the late Donald and the late Margaret (Eskridge) White. She is survived by one son: Tim Comeaux of Halls, TN; Sister of two brothers: Mike White of Gates, TN, James David White of Halls, TN; Predeceased by her son, Todd Comeaux, brother, Jerry White. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, December 31 at Halls Cemetery, Tigrett St., Halls, TN with Bro. Gary King officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, December 31 from 9am. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 31. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 31. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040

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Winnie Frances Brandon

October 01, 1934 – December 24, 2015

Winnie Frances Brandon, 81, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, December 24, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

Ms. Winnie was a homemaker and a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.

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Virginia Burrow Councill

October 12, 1908 – December 23, 2015

Virginia Lee Burrow Councill, 107, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at her residence.

Virginia was born on Oct. 12, 1908 in Trenton, TN and attended the University of Tennessee at Knoxville (1927-1929) before being called back home due to the depression. She married Lewis Alfred Councill of Thornton, AR on May 5, 1931. Virginia and her husband, Alf, owned Councill Five and Ten Store in Tiptonville from 1950 to 1976.

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Sonia Giovenco

February 19, 1920 – December 23, 2015

Sonia Giovenco, 95, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was a homemaker and a Catholic.

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Polly Williams

August 08, 1933 – December 22, 2015

Polly Williams, age 82, of Dyersburg died Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at Dyersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation of Dyersburg, TN. Polly was born August 8, 1933 in Dyer, TN. She is the daughter of the late Oscar "Toots" and the late Savannah Georgia (Crawley) Ownby. She married George "Russell" Williams. She was the owner of Williams Furniture in 4Pts. She is survived by one son: Doug Williams of Dyersburg, TN; She also has three grandchildren. Adam Williams, Sarah Jackson, Kyle Williams and 7Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother, Jimmy Ownby and a sister Margaret Lois Hooper. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Monday, December 28 at Halls Funeral Home Chapel, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Barry Eison officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg on Monday, December 28 following the service. Calling hours will begin Monday, December 28 at 11:00am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. 38040 Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 28. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 28. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Retired Sergeant Major Marshall Hugo Reddin

October 22, 1935 – December 22, 2015

Retired Sergeant Major Marshall Hugo Reddin, 80, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He retired from the U.S. Army.

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Jimmy Joe Mann

October 19, 1961 – December 18, 2015

Jimmy Joe Mann, 54, of McKenzie, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away December 18, 2015 at Jackson Madison Country General Hospital. He was a chef at the Olympic Steak House for the past 40 years. He started his career at the Olympic Steak House in Dyersburg with Tom and Susan Sinis. He was recently working with lifelong friend Jimmy Sinis at Old West Steak House in McKenzie. Throughout his career, he worked in several locations where he was well known and liked by many. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 22, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Royce McGuire with interment to follow in Lake Hill Memory Gardens in Bethel Springs. Pallbearers will be Harris Sinis, Mike Gionis, Jimmy Sinis, Nick Dimopoulous and Phil Langley. The family will receive friends Monday, December 21st from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his three daughters, Joy Mann of Selmer, Lindsey Mann, Morgan Mann, both of Paris; his parents, Imogene Hurst Mann of Dyersburg and Robert Mann of Samburg; his sister Patricia Sims of Trenton; 3 brothers, Jeff Mann, Tony Mann, Tim Mann (Donna), all of Dyersburg. He also leaves 4 grandchildren, Brylee Mann, Brooklyn Sheffield, Avri Odom, Cody Mann and 5 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Allen Mann. 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. Other Sunday, December 20th, 2015 12:00 am Lake Hill Memorial Cemetery , Bethel Springs TN 38315 Visitation Monday, December 21st, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, December 22nd, 2015 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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L V Sewell

May 04, 1928 – December 16, 2015

L.V. Sewell, 87, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at Bolivar General Hospital. He was born May 4, 1928 to the late Roy and Margie Dew Sewell. He was a retired delivery man for Homer Pressler Furniture Company and Dyersburg Fabrics. He was a lifetime member and Deacon of Hillcrest Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 12:00 noon, Saturday, December 19, 2015 at Hillcrest Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Michael Crandall. Interment will follow in Concord Cemetery in Gates. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Landon Sewell, Jacob Brannon, Jackson Sewell, Scotty Rose, Ronny Scott Clift, Dexter Meredith and Barry Sewell. Honorary pallbearers will be Ronny Clift, Joe Gibson, David Greer, Claudie Gaskins, Brian Meredith, Jonathan Meredith and Billy Winstead. The Sewell family will receive friends Friday, December 18th from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. He is survived by 2 daughters, Dorothy Ann Clift (Ronny) of Middleton, Jeannie Meredith (Dexter) of Knoxville; 4 sons, Roy Sewell (Dottie) of Grenada, MS, Lonnie Victor Sewell (Madonna) of Dyersburg, Tommy Sewell (Debbie), of White House, Donald Ray Sewell of Jackson; 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. In additional to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Mary Ann Sewell; his son, Billy Sewell; 1 sister, Frances Melton and 1 brother, Jessie Walter Sewell. The family requests memorials be directed to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 825 Hillcrest Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. 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. Visitation Friday, December 18th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Hillcrest Baptist Church 825 Hillcrest Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Saturday, December 19th, 2015 12:00 am Concord Cemetery 917 Stanley Rd, Gates TN 38037 Visitation Saturday, December 19th, 2015 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Hillcrest Baptist Church 825 Hillcrest Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, December 19th, 2015 12:00 pm Hillcrest Baptist Church 825 Hillcrest Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Reba Sue Garrett

January 12, 1931 – December 14, 2015

Reba Sue Garrett, age 84, of Halls died Monday, December 14, 2015 at Bells Nursing Home and Rehab of Bells, TN. Reba Sue was born January 12, 1931 in Crockett Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Milton and the late Emma (Heath) Baker. She was a homemaker. Reba Sue is survived by one daughter: Regenia Tucker of Springville, TN and one son: Mike Garrett of Drummonds, TN; Sister of one brother: Milton Jewell Baker of Senatobia, MS and a son-in-law, Thomas Henson of Halls, TN. She was predeceased by her husband, JL Garrett, a daughter, Lanita Sue Henson and a brother, Larry Joe Baker. The service will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, December 16 at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Jesse Laney officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 16 from 1pm until service time at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, Halls, TN Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 16. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 16. 3:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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