Eddie Osburn Lee
January 29, 1955 – December 28, 2014
Eddie Osburn Lee, 59, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Mildred Swims Fowlkes
February 20, 1930 – December 27, 2014
Mildred Swims Fowlkes, 84, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Albert Williams
June 26, 1924 – December 26, 2014
Albert Williams, 90, of Ridgely died Friday, December 26, 2014 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. He was born June 26, 1924 to the late Harrison Lee and Myrtle Elizabeth Williams. He was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church and a retired owner of Shell Highway Gas and Grocery in Ridgely. Funeral services for Mr. Williams will be Monday, December 29, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Cottonwood Baptist Church in Ridgely conducted by Reverend Tommy Stutts and Reverend Ronnie Turner. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Buddy Cavness, Ronnie Turner, Michael Parker, Doug Roberson, Mike Chism and Richard Roberson. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Bennett, Harold Reynolds, Johnny Burnett, Macie Roberson, Kyler Hutcheson, Jessie Reynolds, Buddy Tolley and Bubba Goodman. Visitation will be Sunday, December 28th from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at the church. He is survived by 3 daughters Dorthy Reynolds (Harold) of Ridgely, Mary Bennett (Larry) of Obion, Martha Burnett (Johnny) of Arlington; 1 son Joe Lee Williams (Gayanne) of Tiptonville; 7 grandchildren Carlton Sullivan, Angela Roberson Parker, Meredith Williams Range , Andrea Bennett Black, Leslie Williams, Megan Burnett, Kimberly Burnett; 3 great-grandchildren Dylan Parker, Bennett Black and Olivia Range. He was preceded in death by his wife Ludie Mae Arrington Williams; his daughter Betty Jane Williams Roberson and his grandson John Erin Williams. The family requests memorials be directed to Cottonwood Baptist Church. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, December 28th, 2014 04:00 pm - 08:00 pm Cottonwood Baptist Church , Ridgely TN 38080 Other Monday, December 29th, 2014 12:00 am New Haven Cemetery , Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Monday, December 29th, 2014 01:00 pm Cottonwood Baptist Church 886 FM2643, Lorena TX 76655
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Bobbie Ann Robinson
January 03, 1934 – December 25, 2014
Bobbie Robinson, 80, of Bogota, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2014 at the Highlands of Dyersburg.
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Beverly Stewart
January 15, 1946 – December 24, 2014
Beverly Ann Fisher Wheeler Stewart, 68, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2014, at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN.
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Carlton Eugene Fugitt
August 25, 1939 – December 24, 2014
Carlton Eugene Fugitt, 75, of Finley, TN died Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at his residence. He was a retired truck driver. Graveside services will be held at 9:00 am, Friday, January 9, 2015 at the City Cemetery in Dyersburg, TN. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. He is survived by his daughter, Dora Fugitt Abhelrihem of Centreville, VA; 1 brother, Clayton Beck; 3 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gwen Thompson Fugitt; his parents, William and Francis Virginia Carter Fugitt; 1 sister, Phyllis Shortemeyer;and 1 brother, John Fugitt. Online condolences are available on our website -www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Friday, January 9th, 2015 09:00 am City Cemetery E Court St, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Maurice Lee Cox
November 05, 1924 – December 23, 2014
Maurice Lee Cox, 90, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at his residence.
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Howard C. Stoneburner
September 14, 1945 – December 23, 2014
Howard C. Stoneburner, 69, of Dyersburg died Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at his residence. He was born in Jackson, Tennessee to the late James Richard and Laura Miller Stoneburner. He was retired from AT & T and an avid golfer. Graveside services will be at 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 27, 2014 at Freemont Cemetery in Obion County with Reverend Carl Thomas Southerland conducting the services. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement Visitation will be 6 - 8 pm, Friday, December 26, 2014 at Curry Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Linda Manns Stoneburner of Dyersburg; 2 sons, Jeffrey Stoneburner of Dyersburg and Daryle Stoneburner of Katy, TX; 2 sisters, Mary Elizabeth Holland of Michigan and Rosie Mae Smyth of Union City; 3 brothers, Tom Stoneburner of Ridgely, Robert Stoneburner, of Bells and Paul Stoneburner of Scotts Hill, TN; and 3 grandchildren, Zachary, Zane and Joshua Stoneburner. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Richard and Laura Miller Stoneburner; 1 sister, Sara Frances Marlin; and 2 brothers, Herman Stoneburner and James Stoneburner. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Friday, December 26th, 2014 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Saturday, December 27th, 2014 01:00 pm Freemont Cemetery , Hillsville VA 24343
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Floyd Ryan Emerson
January 29, 1914 – December 22, 2014
Floyd Ryan Emerson, age 100, of Gates died Monday, December 22, 2014 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Floyd was born January 29, 1914 in Watson, AR. He is the son of the late Willie James and the late Sarah Adella (Ryan) Emerson. He married to his wife Aunita McNeill for 65 years. He was a World War II Army veteran. Upon his discharge he farmed with his family. He also was a factory employee of Tupperware manufacturing. He is survived by his wife: Aunita (McNeill) Emerson , one daughter: Kathy "Barry" Jordan of Arlington, TN and one son: Jimmy Emerson of Gates, TN; Brother of two sisters: Norma Summer of Ripley, TN, Louise Roffino of Garland, TX and two brothers: John C Emerson of Gates, TN, Sam B Emerson of Vermont; He also leaves 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his sister, Elvie Marcum, Son, Roger Dale Emerson, brother, James Emerson, brother, Woodrow Emerson, brother, Freddie Emerson. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates on Saturday, December 27 at 11:00 am. Calling hours will be Friday, December 26 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Family ask for memorials be made to Concord Cemetery or Concord United Methodist Church. . . Previous Events Visitation DEC 26. 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 27. 11:00 AM (CT) Concord United Methodist Church Gates, TN
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Arthur "Leo" Latham
August 07, 1944 – December 21, 2014
Arthur "Leo" Latham, age 70, of Gates died Sunday, December 21, 2014 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Leo was born August 7, 1944 in Arp, TN. He is the son of the late James Edward and the late Virginia Louise (Childress) Latham. He married Rebecca Webb. He worked as a Factory Employee. He is survived by his wife: Rebecca(Webb) Latham three sons: Shane "Leo" Latham of Gates, TN, Ashley Latham of Oakland, TN, Chris Latham of Halls, TN; one daughter; Diane White of Gates,TN. Brother of three sisters: Linda Carmack of Ripley, TN, Nancy Holcomb of Ripley, TN, Mary Ann Ennis of Ripley, TN and three brothers: James Edward Latham Jr. of Ripley, TN, Charles David Latham of Gates, TN, Carey Latham of Ripley, TN. Leo also leaves 5 Grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on December 27,2014 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Rocky Gilliam officiating. 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
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Jesse Marcus Benthal, Sr.
October 09, 1946 – December 21, 2014
Jesse Marcus Benthal, Sr., 68, of Dyersburg died Sunday, December 21, 2014 at his residence. He was born October 9, 1946 to the late James Edison Verland Benthal, Sr. and Hazel Marie Lance Benthal. He was an active member of Holy Hills Baptist Church, a 47 year employee of Hexpol Compounding and an Army veteran. He was inducted into the Bowling Hall of Fame. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am Wednesday, December 24, 2014 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Leonard Ballinger. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Mason Benthal, Harvey Prater, Chris Lussier, Richard Barrett, Tyler King and Taurean Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Campbell and Bill Thrasher. Visitation will be Tuesday, Dec. 23rd from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife Tina A. Benthal; 2 sons Jesse Marcus Benthal, Jr. (Kim) of Dyersburg, James Ernest Benthal (Melissa) of Paris; 2 sisters Maxine Dorsey (Harrell) of Soperton, GA, Linda Brice (Sonny) of Friendship; 1 brother Edison Benthal (Linda) of Dyersburg; 1 step-daughter Jessica Barrett of Halls; 1 step-son Richard Barrett of Bells; 5 grandchildren David Goad, Paige Benthal, Jamie Benthal, Mason Benthal, Mackenzie Boxx and 5 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Cynthia L. Benthal and 2 sisters Betty Jean Benthal and Lois Smith. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, December 23rd, 2014 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Wednesday, December 24th, 2014 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, December 24th, 2014 10:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Wayne Allen Kitts
December 18, 1951 – December 20, 2014
Wayne Allen Kitts, age 63, of Halls died Saturday, December 20, 2014 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Wayne was born December 18, 1951 in Knoxville, TN. He is the son of the late Ulys and the late Hazel (Whitt) Kitts. He was employed as a truck driver for most of his life. He is survived by his wife: Billie(Hill) Kitts , five daughters: Jo (Tony) Harris of Lewisburg, TN, Stephanie (Tim) Burks of Halls, TN, Chelsea Crockett of Covington, TN, Randi Crockett of Halls, TN, Casey Crockett of Brooklyn, NY and one son: William Kitts of Lewisburg, TN; Brother of two sisters: Mary Stout of Strawberry Plains, TN, Lillian Edwards of Rogersville, TN and three brothers: Joe Kitts of Ocean City, MD, Don Kitts of Knoxville, TN, Michael Kitts of Knoxville, TN; He also has eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, December 24 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Randy Jetton officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, December 24 following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 23 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lauderdale County Humane Society, Lebonheur Children's Hospital or St. Jude Children's Hospital. . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 23. 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 24. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Read full obituary → June Katherine Hendrix Cooper
August 31, 1924 – December 20, 2014
June Katherine Hendrix Cooper, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at her residence.
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September 09, 1920 – December 20, 2014
Louise Climer Adams, 94, of Dyersburg, passed away Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014, at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Ruby jewell Moore
July 31, 1921 – December 18, 2014
Ruby Jewell Moore, age 93, of Gates died Thursday, December 18, 2014 at Oakwood Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Ruby was born July 31, 1921 in Lauderdale Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Robert and the late Dora (Thurmond) Wilson. She married the late Johnnie W. Moore. She was a Homemaker. She is survived by one daughter: Brenda Moore of Gates, TN and two sons: Jerry Moore of Gates, TN, John Moore of Ripley, TN. Predeceased by her sister, Mae Henson, sister, Leona Wilson, sister, Tellie Harris, brother, Woodrow Wilson, brother, Elvis Wilson, brother, Raz Wilson, brother, Robert James Wilson. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Billy Elder officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, December 20. Calling hours will be Friday, December 19 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 19. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 20. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Clifton Ernest Johnson
July 16, 1922 – December 17, 2014
Clifton Ernest Johnson, age 92, of Friendship died Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. Clifton was born July 16, 1922 in Newbern, TN. He is the son of the late Lish and the late Rosie (Rush) Johnson. He married Ruth Evelyn Baker. He served in the US Army during WW II. He was retired from the commercial trucking industry. He is survived by one daughter: Carolyn Vaughan of St. Louis, MO and one son: Ken Johnson of Friendship, TN; Brother of five sisters: Pauline Beaird of Halls, TN, Linda Johnson of Halls, TN, Lillian Howard of Ripley, TN, Ruth Bivens of Dyersburg, TN, June Hutcherson and two brothers: Claiborn Johnson of Ripley, TN, Larry Johnson of Maury City, TN; Predeceased by sister, LaVell Hicks, sister, Francis Johnson, sister, Verna Mae Johnson, sister, Shelly Johnson, sister, Emma Jean Johnson. Mr. Johnson also leaves 3 Grandchildren and 10 Great-grandchildren. The service will be on Friday December 19 at 4:00pm at Archers Chapel Methodist Church. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls on Friday, December 19 following the service. . Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 19. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 19. 4:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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Samuel Asa Conyers
June 12, 1932 – December 16, 2014
Samuel Asa Conyers, age 82, of Camdenton, MO died Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at his home in Camdenton. Samuel was born June 12, 1932 in Maury City, TN. He is the son of the late Bedford Forest and the late Evie (Stallings) Conyers. He worked in industrial Maintenance. He is survived by two sons: James Lee Conyers of Marion, IL, Joseph Ray Conyers of AZ; Brother of two sisters: Helen Larsen, Barbara Ann Gilliland of Frog Jump, TN and one brother: Douglas ( Mac ) Conyers of Maury City, TN; He also leaves 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his Son, John Lawrence Conyers, sister, June Ward, brother, Randall Frank Conyers and a companion of 28 years Martha Flicek. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Saturday, December 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Lebanon Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, December 20. Calling hours will be Friday, December 19 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Lebanon Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 19. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 20. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Frances Irene Canada
May 08, 1932 – December 16, 2014
Frances Irene Canada, 82, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Mary Lou Collins
February 21, 1934 – December 16, 2014
Mary Lou Collins, 80, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Harold H. Holt
October 01, 1926 – December 15, 2014
Harold H. Holt of Dyersburg passed away at his home on Dec. 15 with family at his side. Mr. Holt was born and reared in the Richwoods community of Western Dyer County never living more than ten miles from his birthplace. His mother Stella B Yarbro Holt died at childbirth and he was reared by his paternal grandparents, Lora Mae and Richard Henry Holt. A graduate of Dyersburg High School, Mr. Holt was also a graduate of the School of Banking at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Additionally, he attended classes at Dyersburg State Community College. A dedicated public servant, and active all his adult life in Democratic politics, over the course of nearly 40 years he held a number of elective offices. After serving as Deputy Dyer County Trustee under Trustee Lucille White from 1948-54, he was elected as Trustee in 1954 and remained in that office until 1969 when he resigned to take a position as vice president at 1st Tennessee Bank from which he retired 1991. While at 1st Tennessee, Mr. Holt was elected to the Dyer County legislative body holding that position from 1970-78 serving as Budget Committee Chairman. In 1986 the voters of Dyer and Crockett Counties elected Mr. Holt as their representative in the Tennessee General Assembly. Before retiring in 1992, he was a member of the Transportation, Commerce and State and Local Government Committees. On State and Local Government, his colleagues elected him to be the committee secretary. As well, he chaired the State Government subcommittee. He was also on the Board of Directors for the Obion-Forked Deer River Basins Authority and was appointed by House Speaker Jimmy Naifeh as legislative liaison to that organization during his time in the General Assembly. Active in civic life, Mr. Holt was a member of First United Methodist Church. He was a member and past President of the Dyersburg Rotary Club; the treasurer of the Dyersburg Masonic Lodge for 15 years; Vice President of the Dyersburg-Dyer County Chamber of Commerce's Industrial Development Board; a member of the Board of Directors for Dyersburg Union Mission; past president of the Easter Seal Society; a Board member for the Dyer County Fair in addition to spending a number of years on the Executive Committee of the Dyer County Democratic party. Funeral services for Mr. Holt will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Joey Holt, Kenny Holt, Stephen Holt, Brandon Morton, Mike Tucker, Henry Tucker, Dent Yarbro and Mike Grogan. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Buck, Floyd Crain, Cotton Ivy, Roy Herron and members of the Sellers Sunday School class. The Holt family will receive visitors Thursday, December 18th from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home and also beginning at 12:30 p.m. Friday, December 19th in the Chapel at the church. Mr. Holt is survived by his wife of 65 years, Bonnie; his son, Steve (Linda) of Covington and his son former Dyer County Sheriff and current US Marshal for Western Tennessee Jeff Holt (Deb) of Dyersburg; a brother, Ralph (Patty) of Mayfield, KY; three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; five nieces, a nephew and a host of cousins. He also leaves behind a dedicated, loved and appreciated group of caregivers Ramona Mann, Paula Arterbridge, Susan Bates and Tonya Smith. Along with his parents and grandparents, he was preceded in death by his brother Richard B. Holt. The family requests memorials be directed to the First United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, December 18th, 2014 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Friday, December 19th, 2014 12:30 pm - 02:00 pm First United Methodist Church , Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, December 19th, 2014 02:00 pm First United Methodist Church , Dyersburg TN 38024
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Jane Hall Lipford
March 14, 1931 – December 14, 2014
Jane Hall Lipford, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2014 at her residence.
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Barbara Faye Enochs
September 03, 1939 – December 12, 2014
Barbara Faye Enochs, 75, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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Larry Leon Bentley
September 18, 1945 – December 10, 2014
Larry Bentley, age 69, of Halls died Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Larry was born September 18, 1945 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Jimmie David and the late Virginia Jewell (Crews) Bentley. He was an owner/operator truck driver. He is survived by his wife: Janice (Wilson) Bentley , two daughters: Penny Sparks of Selmer, TN, Jessica Hickman of Ripley, TN and two sons: Jerry Patterson of Memphis, TN, Klaeton Welch of Halls, TN; step daughter, Sonji Welch of Halls, TN; step son, James White of Finley, TN. Brother of one sister: Virginia Vaden of Halls, TN and four brothers: Jimmy David Bentley of Bloomington, IL, Kenneth Bentley of Halls, TN, George Bentley of Halls, TN, Guy Bentley of Halls, TN Larry was preceded in death by two brothers: Arthur Bentley, Gary Bentley. He was also preceded in death by a grandson; James Bentley Hickman. Larry is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, December 12 at Gates Baptist Church, with Bro. Jerrell Dawson and Bro. Chad Phelan officiating. Burial will be in Grace Cemetery near Ripley,TN Calling hours will be Thursday, December 11 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation DEC 11. 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 12. 2:00 PM (CT) Gates Baptist Church Gates, TN
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Dr. Russell Warren Lomas
June 24, 1962 – December 10, 2014
Dr. Russell Warren Lomas of Dyersburg, age 52, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2014. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.
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Henry Allen Jarvis
June 10, 1935 – December 08, 2014
Henry Allen Jarvis, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2014 at his residence.
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Winifred Waggoner Newsom
August 29, 1931 – December 08, 2014
Winifred Waggoner Newsom, 83, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, December 7, 2014 at Dyersburg Manor. She was born August 29, 1931 to Mr. and Mrs. Norton Waggoner, both deceased. She was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church. She is survived by her daughter Carol Carpenter Gooch of Dyersburg; 3 step-daughters Jennifer Newsom Reed, Lea Newsom Scott, both of Dyersburg, Bret Newsom Brooks of Martin; 2 step-sons Bill Newsom, Jr. of Dyersburg, Jim Newsom of Morristown and their families; 1 granddaughter Sally Shaw and 2 great-grandchildren Chase Petty, Braedyn Buckner and numerous step-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband Billy Newsom, Sr., her daughter Sally Fields Carpenter and her sister Carolyn Waggoner Anderson. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, December 19, 2014 in the Chapel of the First United Methodist Church. The family request memorials be directed to the Pastor's Discretionary Fund, First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Memorial Service Friday, December 19th, 2014 11:00 am Chapel of the First United Methodist Church 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024
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William Oscar "W.O." Henry, Jr.
November 16, 1921 – December 07, 2014
William Oscar "W.O." Henry, Jr., 93, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2014 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.
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September 23, 1941 – December 06, 2014
Franklin Ray "Greasey" Smith, 73, of Ridgely, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at his residence.
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Dorothy Ruth Nielsen
January 28, 1927 – December 06, 2014
Dorothy Ruth Nielsen, 87, of Newbern, formerly of Carol Stream, IL, died Saturday, December 6, 2014 at her grandson's residence. She was a former business owner. She is survived by her grandson Glen Nielsen, Jr. (Malissa Stewart) of Newbern, 2 great-grandchildren Colton Stewart and Tasha Stewart, both of Newbern and Michael Corbett of Aurora, IL. She is preceded in death by her husband Oliver Nielsen and 2 sons Glen Nielsen, Sr., Mike Nielsen. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other , TN
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Whitney Wright
October 15, 1961 – December 01, 2014
Whitney Wright III, age 53, of Halls, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2014 at his home. Whitney was born October 15, 1961 in Union City, TN. He is the son of Harry Whitney Wright Jr. and Patsy (Burks) Meeks. Whitney was employed by the Tipton Farmers Co-op for many years. In recent years, he served as the outside sales representative for the Halls office. He is survived by his wife: April (Jackson) Wright , one daughter: Sara ( J.B. ) Moody of Dyersburg, TN and one son: Will (Leighann ) Wright of Dyersburg, TN; his father Harry Whitney Wright Jr. of West Plains, Mo. and mother Patsy (Burks) Meeks of Halls, TN; Brother of one sister: Elizabeth ( Kyle ) Mahan of Pottersville, Mo. and one brother: Conley ( Dee )Wright of Jackson,TN; Whitney is also survived by his grandmother, Martha Wright of Halls, TN. He leaves behind three grandchildren; Robert Wright, Paul Wright, and Molly Moody. The funeral will be held at 2:00 pm. on Thursday, December 4 at Halls First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dick Haley officiating. Burial will be in the Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 3 from 5- 8pm at Halls First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorials be made to the Whitney Wright Memorial Blessings Fund. c/o Janet Haley, P. O. Box 217, Halls,TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 3. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 4 (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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Read full obituary → William "Gene" Eugene Campbell
February 16, 1937 – December 01, 2014
William "Gene" Eugene Campbell, age 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2014 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
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Dorothy Marie Wells Coons
March 19, 1930 – December 01, 2014
Dorothy Marie Wells Coons, 84, from the Dyersburg area, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Elmer H. Nicholson Burton
August 27, 1932 – December 01, 2014
Elmer H. Nicholson Burton, 82, died Monday, December 1, 2014 at her residence. She was born August 27, 1932 to the late George Alexander and Hettie Shook Hamilton. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Thursday, December 4, 2014 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Loren Stephens. Interment will be in Cornelia, Georgia at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Thursday, December 4th beginning at 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by 3 daughters, Martha Jean Rainey (John) of Cornelia, GA, Nancy Marie Burton of Dyersburg, Crystal Marie Stinson (Billy) of Commerce, GA; 5 sons, Clifford Burns Nicholson, Jr. (Carolyn), Timmy Ray Nicholson, Sr. (Teresa), Jessie James Burton (Cindy), all of Dyersburg, Jerry Hubert Burton (Wilma) of Salem, SC, Oscar George Burton (Beverly) of Halls; 3 sisters, Thelma Shook, Ruth Grant, Cletta Welch, all of Clayton, GA; 23 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands Clifford Burns Nicholson and Hubert James Burton, 1 daughter Dorothy Bernice Nicholson Richey, 6 sisters, Edith Sosebee, Ethel Cannup, Arlene Shook, Maudine Simmons, Elsie Shook, Ree Shirley and 2 brothers Bud Hamilton and Cordell Hamilton. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other , TN Visitation Thursday, December 4th, 2014 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Thursday, December 4th, 2014 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Read full obituary → Jo Ruth Mckinney
September 01, 1931 – November 30, 2014
Jo Ruth McKinney, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Read full obituary → Doris Opal Stepp
July 28, 1927 – November 29, 2014
Doris Opal Stepp, 87, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at her residence.
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January 26, 1936 – November 26, 2014
Mary Gladys Gatlin, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.
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Susan Elizabeth Goodgine
July 28, 1948 – November 26, 2014
Susan Elizabeth Goodgine, 66, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at her residence.
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Sandy Kemp Wilson
March 24, 1952 – November 25, 2014
Sandy Kemp Wilson, 62, of Dyersburg died Monday, November 24, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was born March 24, 1952 to the late Murray G. and Brenda Seaton Kemp. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 29, 2014 Graveside at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Mr. Parks Thurmon. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her daughter Heather Wilson Atkins of Dyersburg, her sister Trenna Kemp of Dyersburg, her brother Murray Kemp of Lawrenceburg, two grandchildren Hailey Atkins, Trey Atkins and 1 great-grandson Clayton Cooper Vires, all of Dyersburg. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Saturday, November 29th, 2014 11:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Raymond B. Rice
September 19, 1936 – November 25, 2014
Raymond Rice, 78, of Dyersburg died Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis. He was born September 19, 1936 to the late Van and Helen Criswell Rice. He was a retired Air Force Staff Sergeant and former employee at Colonial Rubber. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Monday, December 1, 2014 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Elder Fate Britt. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Monday, December 1st beginning at 2:00 p.m. until service time. He is survived by his wife Peggy Rice of Dyersburg, his daughter Susan Quick of Ft. Myers, FL, 2 brothers Dwayne Rice and Charles Rice, both of Dyersburg, 1 granddaughter Heather Dexter (Travis) of Venice, FL and 3 great-grandchildren, Alex, Elijah and Creighton Dexter, all of Venice, FL and his beloved and faithful dog, Pete. He was preceded in death by his brother Bill Rice. The family requests memorials be directed to the Salvation Army, 318 W. Market, Suite 4, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, December 1st, 2014 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, December 1st, 2014 03:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Bess Cooper Westmoreland
March 07, 1933 – November 24, 2014
Bess Cooper Westmoreland, 81, of Dyersburg died Monday, November 24, 2014 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. She was voted Teacher of the Year while teaching in Hobart, Indiana and an avid member of Englewood Baptist Church in Jackson. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2014 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Billy Tucker. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Jay Litchford, Brandon Litchford, Albert Jones, Tommy Jones, Kevin Hicks and Mark Mallory. She is survived by her grandson Todd Westmoreland (Susan) of Westville, Indiana; two sisters, Carolyn Hicks and Nancy Hames, both of Dyersburg; and two great-grandchildren, Jackson and Parker Westmoreland of Westville, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Westmoreland, Jr., her son Danny Westmoreland and her parents Luther and Valda Cooper. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Saturday, November 29th, 2014 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Saturday, November 29th, 2014 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, November 29th, 2014 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Venice Sweet Thurmon
January 09, 1916 – November 23, 2014
Venice Sweet Thurmon, 98, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Peggy Juanita Pickens
December 16, 1932 – November 23, 2014
Peggy Juanita Pickens, 81, of Jackson, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at White County Medical Center in Searcy, AR.
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Read full obituary → Virginia Deshazo Bishop
August 02, 1915 – November 23, 2014
Virginia DeShazo Bishop, 99, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at her residence.
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Jenny Lou Moore
February 06, 1951 – November 22, 2014
Jenny Lou Moore, 63, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Raymond Dewayne Summers
September 03, 1940 – November 22, 2014
Raymond Dewayne Summers, 74, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at his residence.
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Bettye Frances Simpson
June 06, 1934 – November 22, 2014
Bettye Frances Simpson, 80, of Hornbeak, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Union City Manor.
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Lesley Biggers Ellis
January 12, 1978 – November 22, 2014
Lesley Biggers Ellis, 36, of Dyersburg died Saturday, November 22, 2014 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was born January 12, 1978 to Alice Lohner and Kenneth Biggers. She was disabled and a former employee at World Color Press. She was a certified nursing assistant and was attending nursing school prior to her illness. . Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2014 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Kevin Tanner, Michael Biggers, Troy McCullam, Kenny Biggers, Melvin Brim, Jr. and Matt Ketchum. Visitation will be Monday, November 24th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Along with her parents, she is survived by her husband Phillip Ellis of Dyersburg; one daughter Hailey Ellis of Dyersburg; two sons Cody Ellis and Jayden Eli Ellis, both of Dyersburg; and five brothers Philip Lohner, Jason Lohner, Kenny Biggers, Kevin Tanner and James Morgan, all of Dyersburg. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, November 24th, 2014 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Tuesday, November 25th, 2014 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, November 25th, 2014 01:00 pm , TN
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Mary Elizabeth Hudson
September 10, 1943 – November 19, 2014
Mary Elizabeth Hudson, age 71, of Halls died Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at her home in Halls. Mary was born September 10, 1943 in Lauderdale Co., . She is the daughter of the late James and the late Evelyn (Littles) Burr. She married James Lynn Hudson. She was a Truck Driver. She is survived by her husband: James Lynn Hudson and two daughters: Dana ( Philip ) Vaughn of Atoka, TN, Heather ( James ) Harris of Medina, TN; Sister of two sisters: Mildred McCaslin of Alamo, TN, Ruby Climer of Alamo, TN and one brother: Sonny Burr of Friendship, TN; She also leaves 6 grandchildren and 1 great- grandchild The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, November 21 at South Fork Baptist Church, Chestnut Bluff Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. John Fowler / Bro. Ricky Harris officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls on Friday, November 21. Calling hours will be Thursday, November 20 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation NOV 20. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 21. 2:00 PM (CT) South Fork Baptist Church TN 38034
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