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January 17, 1940 – December 14, 2015
Shirley Faye Martin, 75, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, December 14, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was retired from Wal-Mart of Dyersburg with the Customer Service Department and was a Pentecostal.
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September 04, 1996 – December 13, 2015
MaCala Gale Cochran, 19, of Ridgely, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2015.
She was a make-up consultant at Macy's. MaCala was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ and was a 2014 graduate of Obion County High School.
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February 04, 1922 – December 12, 2015
James Harold Kerby, age 93, of Maury City died Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. James was born February 4, 1922 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late William M and the late Mary Elizabeth (Frost) Kerby. He served in the United States Army. He was employed as a painter. He is survived by one daughter: Phyllis Jean Young of Maury City, TN; He also has two grandchildren, five great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his sister, Mary Kerby, sister, Annie Mae Doss, brother, Willie Kerby, brother, Raymond Kerby, brother, Finis Kerby. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 16 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Mike Young officiating. Burial will be in Woodville Cemetery, Ripley on Wednesday, December 16 Following the service. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 16 from 9am. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Woodville Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 16. 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 16. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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December 16, 1919 – December 12, 2015
Mary Lou Yates, 95, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center.
She was a retired employee for the United States Post Office and was a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ. Mary Lou was an avid gardener, cook, and canner.
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February 25, 1948 – December 12, 2015
Marcia Dianne Mann, 67, of Jackson, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, December 12, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born February 25, 1948 to the late William "Son" and Barbara Faye Campbell Anderson, she was a retired social worker for Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, and an avid reader. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home. Inurnment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. She is survived by her husband, David Mann; two sons: John David Mann of Fort Worth, TX and Seth Campbell Mann of Alamo, TN; one brother, Kenny Ray Parker of Kenton; her step-father, Ray Parker and wife Beverly of Kenton, TN; and three nieces: Jill Powers, Lucy Sturdivant, and Emily Anderson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Demetra Parker and brother, Ewell Keith Anderson. 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, December 22nd, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Memorial Service Tuesday, December 22nd, 2015 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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January 29, 1932 – December 11, 2015
Mary Kathryn McBroom, age 83, of Halls died Friday, December 11, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Mary was born January 29, 1932 in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late Elmer and the late Mamie (Spray) McBroom. She was employed as a Caretaker. She is survived by one daughter: Dianne Land of Halls, TN; Sister of one sister: Reginia Branning of Tucker, GA and two brothers Donald McBroom of Lithia Springs, GA and Franklin McBroom of Emerson, GA. She also has one grandchild Kevin McBroom of Medina, TN. Mary was predeceased by her Son, Kenny Cannon, a brother, James Ray McBroom and a sister, Agnes McKelbey. Visitation will be held at Halls Funeral Home on Monday December 14, 2015 at 12pm until service time. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 14 at 2:00 pm at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Poplar Grove Cemetery Rd., Henning, TN with Bro. Donald McBroom officiating. Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Henning Poplar Grove cemetery RD Henning, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 14. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service DEC 14. 2:00 PM (AKT) Poplar Grove Cemetery Henning
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April 21, 1966 – December 11, 2015
Gregory Lynn Webb, age 49, of Ripley died Friday, December 11, 2015 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Gregory was born March 21, 1966 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Charles E and Diane (Wright) Webb. He married the late Dondie Adkerson. He is survived by ; Brother of one sister: Sherri Webb of Ripley, TN and one brother: Mike Webb of Dyersburg, TN; The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 17 at Thurmond Cemetery, , Halls, TN with Bro. Bill Oakley officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery, Halls on Thursday, December 17 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Thursday, December 17 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 DEC 17. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service DEC 17. 1:00 PM (CT) Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN
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December 25, 1955 – December 11, 2015
Patricia Gail Pratt, age 59, of Halls,TN went to be with her heavenly father on Friday, December 11, 2015 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. Gail was born December 25, 1955 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Robert Harold and the late Frances (Turner) Pilgrim. She was employed by Komatsu as a Customer Service Agent. Gail was also a member of West Side Baptist Church in Dyersburg. Gail is survived by her husband: Randy Pratt; one daughter: Starr (Jeff) Grappone of Seattle, WA, a step son, Josh Pratt, a step daughter, Julie (Matt) Spraker both of Halls, TN, a sister of one sister: Sue (David) William of Olive Branch, MS and one brother Danny Pilgrim of Dyersburg, TN. She also leaves two grandchildren, Rhett and Callie Spraker of Halls, TN. Gail was predeceased by her son, Brandon Nicholas Cross. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 15 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ronnie Turner officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN on Tuesday, December 15 following the service. Calling hours will be Monday, December 14 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Visitation DEC 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 DEC 15. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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April 26, 1952 – December 11, 2015
Douglas Wayne Fisher, 63, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, December 11, 2015 at his residence.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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December 10, 2015
Alicia Wilson Parrish, 63, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at her residence.
She was a homemaker and a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church.
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January 27, 1928 – December 09, 2015
Flossie Fincher Cole, 87, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at her daughter's residence in Humboldt.
She was a retired machine operator at Colonial Rubber, where she worked for 35 years. Ms. Flossie was a member and taught Sunday School at Fort Hudson Baptist Church.
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February 04, 1943 – December 09, 2015
Jerry P. Putman, 72, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare - Dyersburg Regional. Born February 4, 1943 in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Richard Samuel and Nina Florence Pylent Putman. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ and retired Utility Maintenance for Grady Gentry and City of Dyersburg. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 11, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Jerry Stafford with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Johnny Smith, Larry Putman, Danny Fowlkes, Jake Cagle, Justin Decker and Joseph Rogers. The family will receive friends Thursday, December 10th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary Riggs Putman; 3 daughters, Patricia Millner (Mark) of Dyersburg, Nancy Dial (Donnie) of Newbern, Kerri Stafford (Jerry) of Lenox; 1 son, Jerry Wayne “Pete” Putman (Tammy) of Newbern; 1 sister, Beverly Brooks of Dyersburg; 6 grandchildren, Chrissy Davis of Fredonia, KS, Joey Dial of Murfreesboro, TN, and Jessica Putman, Jennifer Putman, Erin Shelby Stafford and Dylan Riley all of Dyersburg; and 3 great-grandchildren, Whitney Davis, Kaitlyn Davis and Leigh Ann Davis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 4 sisters, Hortie Putman, Minnie Stone, Mattie Donaldson, Annie King and 4 brothers, Marvin Putman, Junior Elvis Putman, James Putman and George Putman. 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, December 10th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Friday, December 11th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, December 11th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Read full obituary → July 24, 1943 – December 08, 2015
Arlie "Tommy" Goff, Jr., 72, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired custodian for Dyersburg City School System and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
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February 02, 1953 – December 08, 2015
Stanley Dale Dean, 62, of Tiptonville, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was a retired farmer and a member of Tiptonville Church of Christ.
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June 26, 1940 – December 07, 2015
Thomas L. Dewey "Tom" Burns, 75, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Tom was a retired teacher for Dyer County High School and Newbern Vocational School. He was a former employee of the City of Newbern and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
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August 10, 1922 – December 06, 2015
Katherine Keen, age 93, of Halls died Sunday, December 6, 2015 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. Katherine was born August 10, 1922 in Hales Point, TN. She is the daughter of the late George Raymond and the late Demetra (Richardson) Woodward. She married the late Harry "Bo" Keen. She was a Homemaker. Katherine is survived by three daughters: Elaine Fisher of Halls, TN, Judy Terry of Halls, TN, Connie Braae of Nashville, TN and one son: Larry Keen of Halls, TN. Katherine also leaves behind 8 Grandchildren, 20 Great-Grandchildren and 14 Great Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother, Marvin Woodward, brother, Bill Woodward, brother, Henry Woodward, brother, Don Woodward, brother, Terry Woodward, sister, Shirley Woodward, sister, Juanita Woodward. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Wednesday, December 9 at Westside Baptist Church, 705 Sumrow St., Halls, TN with Bro. John Compere officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, December 9 following the service Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 8 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 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 DEC 9. 10:00 AM (CT) Westside Baptist Church
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February 28, 1955 – December 06, 2015
David Wayne Thompson, 60, of Newbern, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2015 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.
He was retired from the Water Department for the City of Dyersburg.
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May 29, 1920 – December 06, 2015
Florence Rebecca Tipton Schultz, 95, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, December 6, 2015 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. Born May 29, 1920 in Dyersburg,TN, she was the daughter of the late Joe P. and Florence OBryan Tipton. She was a fourth generation Dyer Countian, descended from the Light, Tipton, Thomas and OBryan families, all of which played prominent roles in the development of Dyersburg and Dyer County in the 19th century. Florence was a 1938 graduate of Dyersburg High School, and a 1942 graduate of The University of Tennessee, where she served as president of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She received her post graduate degree in Library Science from George Peabody College in 1943, and later served as librarian at Dyersburg High School, and Central High School in Jackson, MS, where she met and married her husband, Marvin Bernard Schultz, Sr. on February 12, 1947. After marriage, she took a long sabbatical to assume her favorite vocation, being a dedicated mother rearing her seven children. She later served as librarian at Eliza Fox Elementary School in Vicksburg, MS, before returning home to Dyersburg in June 1969, where she served as the first head librarian at Dyersburg State Community College before retiring. Florence was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and a proud member of the Key Corner Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution as a direct descendant of Colonel John Tipton, who served in the Continental Army in Virginia, and was a signer of the State of Tennessees first constitution in 1796. She was a Century Farm owner, via the Light House Farm, which was acquired by her great grandfather, Joel A. Light, in 1852, and on which she resided from 1971 until her death. In 2014, Florence was named to the Dyersburg High School Hall of Honor. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 15, 2015, at the Holy Angels Catholic Church conducted by Reverend Robert J. Stellini with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her 7 grandsons. The family will receive friends Monday, December 14th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Curry Funeral Home. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Beverly S. Tipton (Jack) of Caruthersville, MO, Rebecca S. Crockarell (Charlie) of Jackson, Molly S. Culbreath of Murfreesboro; 4 sons, Marvin Schultz, Jr. (Meredith) of Dyersburg, Joel Schultz of Hickory Flat, MS, Carl Schultz (Amy) of Dyersburg, and George Schultz (Anne) of Nashville; 13 grandchildren, Katie Tipton Patel, Sarah Tipton Dickey, Michael Tipton, Brian Crockarell, Beth Crockarell, Jeffrey Culbreath, Elizabeth Culbreath Smith, Mary Catherine Culbreath McCord, Joseph Schultz, William Schultz, John Schultz, Lee Schultz, and Suzanne Schultz; and 7 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband. The family requests memorials be directed to McIvers Grant Public Library, 410 West Court Street, 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 Monday, December 14th, 2015 12:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Tuesday, December 15th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, December 15th, 2015 10:00 am Holy Angels Catholic Church , Dyersburg TN 38024
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August 14, 1922 – December 05, 2015
Gwendolyn Walker Rooks passed away on December 5, 2015, in Jackson at Maplewood Rehabilitation Center at the age of 93. She was born on August 14, 1922, in Halls, TN, to Lottie and David Walker. She attended Blue Mountain College, and then went on to graduate from the University of Miami with a Bachelors Degree in Spanish. After graduation, Gwen returned to Halls to teach school in both the elementary and junior high setting. She then went on to work for the Department of Human Services and was the County Director there until her retirement in the mid 1980s. Gwen spent most of her adulthood selflessly caring for her disabled mother and helping her father, Dave, at the local family business. She married for the first time at the age of 64 and became Mrs. Charles Elkins Rooks in 1987. She was an active member of Halls First United Methodist Church and enjoyed time spent playing bridge with friends. Well in to her late eighties, she tirelessly made independent trips to Jackson to sit long weekends with her baby sister, Juanita Walker Steelman. Gwen lived all of her adulthood in Halls until 2012, when she was moved to Jackson to be cared for by her nephew and great niece. Visitation will be from 10:30AM until service time Tuesday, December 8, 2015, at the Halls First United Methodist Church with service to follow at 12:00 noon at the church. Officiating the funeral service will be Rev. Barbara Blackmon-Fortune with interment to follow in Halls Cemetery. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Service DEC 8. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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May 16, 1924 – December 05, 2015
Ewell Dalton Tucker, Sr. died peacefully at his home Saturday, Dec 5, 2015, under the care of Caris Hospice. He was 91 years old having been born May 16, 1924, to the late Dalton Frank Tucker and the late Sula Kennedy Tucker of the Millsfield Community. He was the fourth Tucker generation to live in West TN since the 1870s.
Mr. Tucker and Margaret Alene Ruth Dunn celebrated 71 years of marriage on August 24 of this year. She was the daughter of the late Odie McKinley Dunn and the late Mattie McCord Dunn of Cool Springs, TN. They were parents of Ewell D. Tucker, Jr. and Barbara Ann Tucker Reed.
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March 10, 1935 – December 03, 2015
Grace Casteel, age 80, of Ridgely, TN passed away Thursday, December 3, 2015 at The Bridge at Ridgely.
Mrs. Casteel was a retired receiving agent at Wal-Mart in Lakeland, FL.She was a member of the Ridgely First Baptist Church and a member of the Ridgely Senior Citizens.
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February 06, 1950 – December 01, 2015
Mary Alice Cooper, 65, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at her residence.
She worked at Cape Regional Eye Center in the Insurance Department.
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January 14, 1931 – December 01, 2015
Bobby Jean Jimerson Ayars, 84, of Ridgely, TN died Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at Union City Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born January 14, 1931 to the late Orben Talmus Jimerson and Lona Mae Ellis. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Ridgely, TN and a graduate of the former Ridgely High School. Mrs. Ayars was a stewardess with American Airlines, flying out of their Chicago, IL and Dallas-Fort Worth, TX crew bases. She and her sister Mary Lou Jimerson Harpole, both of Ridgely attended American Airlines Stewardess College in Chicago and graduated July 9, 1953 with 125 other classmates (the largest class ever to receive their wings at one time). She was an active member of the American Airlines KIWI organization. She later moved to Sunnyvale, CA where she became a homemaker and raised her four sons. After returning to Tennessee she earned a Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate and became a home health nurse. She is survived by her sons: Scott Ayars of Santa Rosa, CA; Christopher Ayars of Petaluma, CA; and Timothy Ayars and wife Allison of Templeton, CA. She is also survived by three grandchildren: Joshua Ayars of Ashland, OR; Amber Galdieri of Los Gatos, CA; and, Jenni Kasarjian of Atascandero, CA and six great-grandchildren. Bobby Jean also leaves to grieve her, her nephews, Dr. Joe Harpole, Jr. of Chester, VA and Dr. Steve Harpole of Union City, TN and their families, including her brother-in-law, Dr. Joe Harpole, Sr., of Union City, TN. She also leaves several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son Rex Ayars and her sister Mary Lou Jimerson Harpole. She will be privately laid to rest with her parents in New Haven Cemetery at Ridgely, TN. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com.
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December 30, 1952 – November 30, 2015
Ronnie Fincher, age 62, of Gates died Monday, November 30, 2015 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Ronnie was born December 30, 1952 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Lonnie and the late Genie V (Conaster) Fincher. He is survived by his wife: Rose (Crowder) Fincher , one daughter: Jennifer (Steven) Fincher Fike of Gates, TN and one son: Joseph (Lisa) Fincher of Ripley, TN; Brother of one brother: James Lee Fincher of Gates, TN; step son, Matthew (Britney) Reichman of Halls, TN. Predeceased by his sister, Joan McCalister. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Thursday, December 3 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Chad Phalen officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates on Thursday. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 2 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 2. 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 3. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Robert "Bobby" Borden passed away at his residence on November 28, 2015 at the age of 82. He was born on November 21, 1933 to Martha Jean Moore Borden and Uel Dean Borden, who preceded him in death.
Mr. Borden was a retired veteran of the U.S. Marines and U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
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March 08, 1932 – November 27, 2015
Marilyn Rae Freeman Pearson, 83, of Tiptonville, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2015 at her residence.
She was a retired teacher with the Lake County Board of Education. She was a very active and former Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church in Tiptonville. Ms. Marilyn has a B.S. Degree from Tennessee Tech in Cookeville and has additional college hours from U.T. Martin, Memphis State and Tennessee State University. She was a member of the Tiptonville Women's League, a member of the Lake County Retired Teachers Association, and a member of the Lake County Education Association. She was also a member of the Tennessee Education Association and member of the National Education Association. Marilyn was Educator of The Year in 1994 and she also developed the Margaret Newton Little Indian Program in 1968, where almost 800 students took part in the program.
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March 05, 1937 – November 27, 2015
William Allen "Pug" McGuire, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 27, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired school teacher for Dyersburg High School, where he taught metals class for 25 years. Pug was a member of Springhill Baptist Church, member of the Disabled American Veterans, a member of the Tennessee Education Association, and a member of the National Education Association. He served as Sgt. First Class in the U.S. Army, where he was a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne and the 11th Airborne. Pug was an avid horseman, dog trainer, and quail hunter.
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September 24, 1929 – November 25, 2015
Ernest Lloyd Cates, age 86, of Halls died Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Lloyd was born September 24, 1929 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Ernest and the late Ruby (Pike) Cates. He was employed by as an Electrical Lineman. Mr. Cates was survived by several nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his three brothers Darrel Cates, Jessie Willard Cates and Ezra Cates. A graveside service will be held at 9:00 am on Saturday, November 28 at Enon Cemetery, 5427 Curve-Nankipoo Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Alan Cates officiating. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, November 28 at 9:00 am. Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Grave side service NOV 28. 9:00 AM (CT) Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN
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July 14, 1952 – November 25, 2015
Patricia Carol Lewis, age 63, of Halls died Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 9:23 am at Methodist University Hospital of Memphis, TN. Carol was born July 14, 1952 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Eugene and the late Maudie (Gilliland) Brasfield. She was employed by Arnold's Drug Store. She is survived by her husband: Jerry Allen Lewis and one daughter: Kimberly Lents, wife of Terry Lents of Halls, TN. Carol is also survived by a step son, Jerry Allen Lewis, Jr. of Ripley, TN and a step daughter, Angela Lewis Burns of Halls, TN. Carol has four grandsons, Chad Burns, wife Anna, Charlie Burns, Josh Lents and Jeremy Lents. She also leaves three great grandchildren, two boys, Lucas Burns, Jacob Burns and a precious great granddaughter, Laurali Tetleton Burns. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 28 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tony Jones officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, November 28. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 28 from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Memorials can be made to The Joy Group of First Baptist Church or First Baptist Church Youth. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation NOV 28. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 28. 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 24, 2015 – November 24, 2015
Emmalynn Butler, infant daughter of Matthew and Leah Butler of Newbern, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Independent Free Holiness Church with the Rev. Calvin Smith officiating. Burial will be in Sorrells Chapel Cemetery. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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July 12, 1945 – November 24, 2015
Rachel Henson, 70, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born July 12, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Kathleen Evans Sanders. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Ronnie Sanders with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Bradley Biggers, Little Phillip Henson, Nick Sampson, J. L. Wilson, Mike Henson and Tommy Henson. Honorary pallbearers will be Brandon Biggers, Dallas Henson, Ronnie Cole and Bobby Anthony. The family will receive friends Monday, November 30th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Gayle Biggers (Mike) of Dyersburg; 2 sons, Keith Henson of Dyersburg, Phillip Henson (Anna) of Troy; 2 sisters, Geraldine Anthony of Newbern, Mary Sanders of Trimble; 5 brothers, Wayne Sanders, Ricky Sanders, J.R. Sanders, all of Dyersburg, Bobby Sanders of Newbern, Gene Sanders of Memphis; 10 great-grandchildren, Makayla Briggs, Marleigh Pettie, Kenneth Pettie, Jr., Destani Pettie, Noah Pettie, Gradin Bailey, Skyler McCaig, Camerson McCaig, Aiden McCaig and Justice McCaig; 10 grandchildren, Cortney Pettie, Casey Bailey, Jessica McCaig, Brandon Biggers, Bradley Biggers, Dallas Henson, Madison Henson, Phillip Henson, Adam Henson and Mallory Biggers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Jackie Henson; 1 great grandson, Jonathan Briggs, 1 sister, Pam Rogers; and 1 brother, Jimmy Dan Sanders. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055. 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, November 30th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 12:00 am Dyer County Memorial Gardens , Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Read full obituary → March 19, 1931 – November 23, 2015
Elizabeth Ann Lavenue, 84, of Tiptonville, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was a retired school teacher with the Lake County School System. Elizabeth was a member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely.
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May 31, 1934 – November 22, 2015
Robbie Jean Williams, 81, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at her residence.
She was a homemaker.
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Read full obituary → April 26, 1962 – November 22, 2015
Steven Duane King, 53, of Tiptonville, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was a heavy machine operator for the construction industry and attended Lakeview Baptist Church.
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August 02, 1932 – November 22, 2015
Dr. James Spencer Bailey, Jr. age 83 ofDyersburg, passed away onNovember 22, 2015 at Dyersburg Healthcare & Rehabilitation. He was born and raised inMilwaukee,WI. He graduated fromCretinAcademyinSt. Paul,MNin 1950.In 1952 he received an Associate Degree from Nazareth Hall, also inSt. Paul,MN.Subsequently, he graduated from St, Johns Seminary inLittle Rock,AR.He pastored several churches in WI after ordination. Dr. Bailey received his Masters Degree in Psychology from theUniversityofWisconsinand his Doctorate in Educational Psychology fromOklahomaStateUniversityinStillwater. He did Post graduate studies in Addictions Counseling.He was a member of Phi Delta Kappa Honor Society and The American Psychological Association. Dr. Bailey was a college professor and was in private practice for many years. He enjoyed teaching more than anything. He also served as Adjunct Professor atDyersburgStateCommunity Collegeon theDyersburg,Trenton, andCovingtoncampuses. His last Adjunct teaching position was at theUniversityofTennessee Martin/Ripley Campus, from 2005 to 2011 after which he retired. Dr. Bailey is survived by Charlene Therese Bailey, his wife of 47 years; a daughter, Karen (Kari) Ruthann Bernier (Brandon), and a son, Kevin Walter Bailey; and three grandchildren; Nathaniel Sterling Bernier, Emily Anne Bernier, and James William Bailey, all of Dyersburg. Dr. Bailey was preceded in death by his parents James S. Bailey, Sr. and Ruth M. Bailey ofWisconsin. We wish to express our deep appreciation to Dr. David Guthrie, Brett and Leslie for their many years of care and concern for our family. We would also like to thank the entire staff of Dyersburg Healthcare & Rehabilitation for the loving, caring and selfless service provided not only to Dr. Bailey but to the entire family. They all are truly angels of mercy. There will be no visitation. Cremation is under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.curryfuneral.com. Other , TN
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August 30, 1955 – November 21, 2015
Charlene Bobo Abernathy, age 80, of Halls died Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Charlene was born August 30, 1935 in Shannon, MS. She is the daughter of the late Leonard Carlton and the late Lottie Mae (McDivitt) Bobo. She is survived by her husband: Lamar Abernathy Jr. of 64 years , two daughters: Vicki (Mike) Curran of Halls, TN, Angela Carol Abernathy Meeks of Halls, TN and one son: Lanny ( Judy ) Abernathy of Newbern, TN; Sister of two sisters: Callie Ruth Leggett of Curve, TN, Linnie Mae Gilliland of Frog Jump, TN and one brother: Thomas Howard Bobo of Shannon, MS; Predeceased by her sister, Mary Frances Erwin, sister, Betty Jean Erwin. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24 at Elon Baptist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Don Williams and Bro. Charles Pratt officiating. Burial will be in Abernathy Family Cemetery, Halls, TN. Calling hours will be Monday, November 23 from 5-8pm at Elon Baptist Church. . Cemetery Details Abernathy Family Cemetery . Halls,TN, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation NOV 23. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Elon Baptist Church Halls, TN Service NOV 24. 1:00 PM (CT) Elon Baptist Church Halls, TN
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Read full obituary → June 28, 1930 – November 21, 2015
Donald G. Martin, Sr., 85, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
As a teenager, he worked with a crew that traveled with the wheat harvest in the Great Plains. While in high school in Dover, Arkansas, he drove a school bus and was a star basketball player. After graduating from high school, he drove a lumber truck for a short time. Then he found his passion in heavy construction mostly with concrete work. Near Whitney, Texas, he worked to build bridges to cross a lake that was being built. He helped build Gavins Point Dam on the Missouri River near Yankton, SD, where he met his wife while shopping at JC Penney for a birthday gift for his sister.
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April 23, 1930 – November 20, 2015
Karnese Shepherd, 85, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was a retired machine operator with Heckethorn Manufacturing. Karnese was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, a member of Home Demonstration Club, and a member of Women's Missionary Union.
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January 25, 1951 – November 20, 2015
Hugh Allen “Hugo” Turnbo, 64, of Dyersburg, died Friday, November 20, 2015 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born January 25, 1951 in Dyer County, TN, he was the son of the late Hugh and Henrietta Turnbo. He was a retired truck driver and diesel mechanic. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 22, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend William Norman conducting the services Intermentwillo follow in Sorrells Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Keith White, Sr., Brian Keith White, Jr., Corey Hutchison, James Thomas McCorkle, Sr., James Thomas McCorkle, Jr. and Eugene Allen Cassler. The family will receive friends Saturday, November 21st from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his sister, Pat McCorkle of Dyersburg; 2 nephews, James McCorkle, Jr. of Dyersburg, Brian White of Fowlkes Community; and 2 nieces Patty Faye Hutchison of Friendship and Valerie Cassler of Dyersburg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Faye Jean Delaney and Martha Joyce Turnbo. 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, November 21st, 2015 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Sunday, November 22nd, 2015 12:00 am Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, November 22nd, 2015 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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March 26, 1952 – November 19, 2015
Dennis Ray Patterson, age 63, of Ripley died Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Dennis was born March 26, 1952 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Leonard Patterson. He was self employed as a truck driver and was the owner of Pop's Place. He is survived by his wife: Kelly (King) Patterson , his mother Marry (Holland) Patterson; one daughter: Tara (Herman) Simpson of Brighton, TN and two sons: Greg Patterson of Ripley, TN, John Patterson of Nashville, TN; Brother of two sisters: Susan Land of Henning, TN, Kay Harrison of Henning, TN; Predeceased by his brother, Gary Patterson. A celebration of life will be held Sunday November 29, 2015 from 2-4pm at Clarisa Banquet Hall on Volunteer Drive, Ripley,TN.
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September 23, 1954 – November 18, 2015
Catherine Ann "Cathy" Belton, age 61, of Halls, Tennessee left her earthly home on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 to enter into her heavenly home. She passed away at her home peacefully in her sleep. She was born on September 23, 1954 to Jackie and Ouida Belton. Due to her physical and mental handicaps, over her lifespan, Cathy was enrolled in various organizations including: The Child Developmental Center, United Cerebral Palsy, MARC, Shelby Residential and Vocational Services (SRVS), all of Memphis, Tennessee. Most recently, she was actively enrolled at Helen R. Tucker Adult Developmental Center in Ripley, Tennessee. Cathy loved her family and friends and enjoyed being with people. She was a member of the Exceptional Department at Beverly Hills Baptist Church and Cherokee Baptist Church while living in Memphis, Tennessee. Currently, she was a member of the Specials Department at Gates Baptist Church. Cathy, a beloved daughter and sister, is preceded in death by her mother, Ouida Belton, and is survived by her father, Jackie Belton of Halls, TN; her sisters, Sondra Wright (Larry) of Memphis, TN, and Amy Winn (Mike) of Bryant, AR, her nieces and nephews, Will Wright (Megan), Emily Cavallo (Mike), Sarah Robinson (Jake), Amanda Ward (Daren), Allison Maxwell (Jake), Mark Winn and John Winn and a host of family and friends. Funeral services will be held at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church Street, Halls, TN on Saturday, November 21, at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Helen R. Tucker Adult Developmental Center, PO Box 648, Ripley, TN, 38063 or Gates Baptist Church, 85 West Wardlow Street, Gates, TN, 38037. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation NOV 20. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 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 17, 1946 – November 17, 2015
Sharon Kay Hensley, age 69, of Gates died Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Sharon was born May 17, 1946 in the state of Arkansas. She is the daughter of the late Edmund and the late Helen Robertson. She was an Apartment Manager. She is survived by one daughter: Angela Smith of Arlington, TN and one son: Eddie (Cindy) Smith of Halls, TN. Sister of one brother: Donald Robertson of Covington, TN; She also has 6 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. No further arrangements will be announced by Halls Funeral Home at this time.
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October 25, 1935 – November 17, 2015
Mrs. Laura Faye Williams, 80, of Tiptonville, TN, died Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Union City, TN. Her favorite things in life were her family, her love of cooking, and singing for residents of Reelfoot Manor. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am Thursday, graveside, in the Tiptonville City Cemetery conducted by Brother J.T. Troutman and Joan Howerton. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include her sons: Craig Williams and Greg Williams both of Tiptonville, TN; and her sister Betty Glidewell of Tiptonville, TN. Besides her parents Sfronia Hayes Howerton and B.C. Howerton,she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, J.E. Williams; four sisters: Lois Mitchell, Evelyn Grimard, Selma Woods and Velva Lee Howerton; four brothers: B.D. Howerton, Carlos Howerton, M.D. Howerton, and Jewell Howerton. . Pallbearers will be Cory Glidewell, Jeremy Hopper, Mike Hawks, Chuck Oliver, Jason Stanley, and John Runions. Nieces and nephews will serve as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to be sent to the Community Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 1055 Dyersburg, TN 38025 or to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692 . Online condolences are available at www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Thursday, November 19th, 2015 10:00 am Tiptonville City Cemetery , Tiptonville TN 38079
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Read full obituary → February 14, 1942 – November 16, 2015
Doris Sue Cook, 73, of Wynnburg, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was a homemaker and a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church.
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January 20, 1962 – November 16, 2015
Carole Lee Downing Bargery, 53, of Tiptonville, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was a former Human Resources Manager for Burks Beverage and was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church.
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June 12, 1933 – November 16, 2015
Ethel Ileane Simpson Zaricor, 82, of Rutherford, died Monday, November 16, 2015 at Tennova Healthcare Jackson Regional Hospital. Born June 12, 1933 in Finley, TN, she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Beulah Simpson. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Johnny Witherspoon with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Jesse Lewis, Chris Carlton, Scott Bauman, Fred Zaricor, Jr., David Zaricor and Tony White. The family will receive friends Wednesday, November 18th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Terecia Zaricor Lewis (Scott) of Sharon, Larraine Zaricor Bauman (Scott) of Niles, MI, Debra Zaricor Carlton (Chris) of Trimble; 2 sons, David Lee Zaricor, Sr. of Rutherford, Fred G. Zaricor, Jr. (Janet) of Oklahoma City, OK; 1 sister, Lavenia Simpson Crunk, Buchanan, MI; 1 brother, James Simpson of Buchanan, MI; 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Gordon Zaricor, Sr.; 1 daughter, May Elizabeth Zaricor Ferguson; 2 sons, Raymond Allen Zaricor, Fred Wayne Zaricor; and 2 sisters, Opal Simpson Searfoss and Louise Simpson Robinson. 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, November 18th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Thursday, November 19th, 2015 12:00 am Dyer County Memorial Gardens , Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Thursday, November 19th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Read full obituary → September 30, 1932 – November 15, 2015
Betty Tidwell Perkins, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday at Methodist Hospice Residence in Memphis.
She is survived by her sister, Artie Jones; her husband of 65 years, Bill; her sons, Phillip and Mark Perkins; and her daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Tony Green, all who will greatly miss her and her picnics. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Ryan and Regan, of whom she was most proud and prayed for every day.
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Read full obituary → September 16, 1947 – November 14, 2015
Linda Jean Miller, 68, of Newbern, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2015 at Oakwood Community Living Center.
She was a retired Customer Service Manager at Wal-Mart, where she worked for 18 years. Linda was a member of Southside Baptist Church.
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