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George E. Younger

November 23, 1926 – November 20, 2013

George E. Younger, 86, longtime resident of Dyersburg, TN, went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2013 at Asbury Place, Maryville, TN.

He was born to the late Georgia E. Martin and Frank L. Younger, Sr on November 23, 1926 in Memphis, TN. George graduated from South Side High School in Memphis in 1944. He married the late Tommye Ruth Brotherton Younger in 1948 and Ramona Hill in 2008. Also preceded in death were his granddaughter Elisabeth Anne Sterling and brother Frank, Jr.

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Sue Stutts

February 02, 1931 – November 20, 2013

Sue Stutts, 82, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at her residence. She was the former co-owner of Sue's Midway Truck Stop, Loafer's Lounge, Xpressions by Ami Sue and retired from Bennett Motor Express. She was a member of The Church of God of Prophecy on Upper Finley Road. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Tim Clark, Reverend Tommy Clark and Dr. E.C. McKinley officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Robbins, Cody Ellzey, Justin Robbins, Addison Clark, Jason Clark, Tony Clark,Lynn Mustain,and Drew Tankersley. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday, November 22nd at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Anita Ellzey and husband Bill of Ellisville, MS, her son Jerry Robbins and wife Rachel of Cleveland, TN, her step-daughter Dianne King and husband Paul of Laurel, MS, her step-son Ronnie Stutts and wife Thelma of Dyersburg, 5 grandchildren, Amy Alexander, Jeremy Robbins, Matt Matlock, Cody Ellzey, Kyle Ellzey and 4 great-grandchildren, Justin Robbins, Baylee Robbins, Jacob Wilson and Jordan Alexander. She was preceded in death by her husband James W. Stutts and her former husband Arnold Robbins, 2 sisters Mary Ruth Clark and Hazel Hendrix and her parents Johnny Owen and Ethel Bishop Adamson. The family requests memorials be directed to The Church of God of Prophecy, 1620 Upper Finley Road, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, November 22nd, 2013 06:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, November 23rd, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Evan Ross Jones

July 03, 1991 – November 19, 2013

Evan Ross Jones, 22, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

A graduate of Dyersburg High School, Evan was a member of the Soccer Team, the Advance Choir, and the Dyer County Trap Shooting Team. He was a 5-year selected member of the Northwest Tennessee Honor Choir, an All-State Honor Choir 1st Chair: West Division, and a Boy Scouts of America Life Scout.

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Walter Anderson Jr.

November 18, 2013

Mr. Walter Anderson age 50 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died November 18, 2013 at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Memorial arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Johnson-Williams Funeral Home.

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Terry Davis

May 30, 1958 – November 17, 2013

Terry Lee Davis, age 55, of Halls died Sunday, November 17, 2013 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Terry was born May 30, 1958 in Lauderdale Co., He is the son of the late Paul Davis Sr. and Shirley Rogers. He was employed by Lauderdale Co. Sheriffs Dept. He is survived by one daughter: Jenna Davis of Halls, TN and one son: Cody Davis of Halls, TN; his mother Shirley Rogers; Brother of one brother: John Paul Davis of Halls, TN; Mr. Davis was also survived by 3 grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother, Billy Joe Davis. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley on Wednesday, November 20 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 19 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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James Lynch

September 12, 1962 – November 16, 2013

James Alan Lynch, age 51, of Ripley died Saturday, November 16, 2013 at Halls, TN. James was born September 12, 1962 in Baraboo, WI. He is the son of the late William Norman and the late Evelyn Jean (Grosklaus) Lynch II. He was employed as a Machinist. He is survived by one daughter: Audrey Fultz of Dyersburg, TN and four sons: Jeffery Lynch of Ripley, TN, Dustin Lynch of Halls, TN, Curt James Lynch of Ripley, TN, Corey Phillips of Ripley, TN; Brother of two brothers: William Lynch III of Ripley, TN, John Lynch of Ripley, TN; James also leaves a companion Kathy Helton of Ripley TN, and 6 grandchildren The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 23 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, November 23 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Friday, November 22 from 5 till 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Doris Porter Heisey

April 01, 1924 – November 15, 2013

Doris Porter Heisey, 89, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was a retired production employee for Sylvania, member of Volunteer Baptist Church and a former Wal-Mart Greeter.

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Wirley White

October 23, 1928 – November 14, 2013

Wirley D. Marvin White, age 85, of Halls died Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Jackson Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN. Wirley was born October 23, 1928 in Haywood Co., TN. He is the son of the late Wirely Drew and the late Jessie Mae (Manley) White. He married Gladys JeanScott. He was a Farmer. He is survived by his wife: Gladys Jean(Scott) White and six daughters: Chairy Frizzell of Halls, TN, Gloria DeSouza of Irving, TX, Lois Hogue of Halls, TN, Brenda Heddins of Riverdale, GA, Yvonne Norris of Harris, NC, Delilah Warden of Halls, TN; ; Predeceased by his son, Marvin Eugene White. There will be a family memorial service scheduled at a later date.

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Jerry Wayne Hendrix

June 18, 1947 – November 14, 2013

Jerry Wayne Hendrix, 66, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired plumber for Larry Rogers Plumbing, Heating and Air and a U.S. Army Veteran of Vietnam War. He was a member of Delta Cruisers Motorcycle Club, member of Patriot Guard and an avid hunter.

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Doris Lee Harris

August 14, 1931 – November 12, 2013

Doris Lee Harris, 82, of Finley, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at her daughter's residence.

She was a homemaker, former employee of HECO and a member of Three Oaks Chapel Baptist Church.

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Judy Hatch

June 28, 1959 – November 11, 2013

Judy Carol Hatch, age 54, of Dyersburg died Monday, November 11, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital in Dyersburg, TN. Judy was born June 28, 1959 in Memphis, TN. She is the daughter of the late Walter and the late Francis (Byrd) Cross. She married Jeff Hatch. She was a Factory Employee. She is survived by her husband: Jeff Hatch , three daughters: Mary Shaw of Dyersburg, TN, Christy Shaw of Dyersburg, TN, Erica Jackson of Murray, KY and one son: Troy Tucker of Dyersburg, TN; Sister of two sisters: Cindy Marvel of Gates, TN, Betty Tucker of Covington, TN and three brothers: Jerry "Buck" Cross of Brighton, TN, Leon Cross of Covington, TN, Walter Cross Jr of Brighton, TN; Predeceased by her brother, Henry" Tex" Cross, brother, Billy Cross, Sister, Mary "Sissy" Etheridge, Sister, Mattie Hunt, Sister Elizabeth "Bo" Hinson. The funeral will be held on Thursday, November 14 at 10:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N Church St, Halls, TN with Bro Terry Hunt and Bro Ronnie Etheridge officiating. Burial will be in Townsend Cemetery, Covington,TN. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 13 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Dorothy Helen Lemonds

January 11, 1935 – November 11, 2013

Dorothy Helen Lemonds, 78, of Ridgely, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2013 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired CNA at The Bridge at Ridgely and a member of Ridgely Church of Christ. She was a former supervisor for Rolane Manufacturing and a member of Reelfoot Rural Ministries Over the Hill Gang.

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Billy Bullington

October 02, 1938 – November 09, 2013

Mr. Billy Ray Bullington, age 75, of Ripley died Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Mr. Bullington was born October 2, 1938 in TN. He is the son of the late Clyde and the late Ida Mae Bullington. He was a factory supervisior. He is survived by his wife: Barbara Elaine (Thurmond) Bullington , two daughters: Janice Newhouse of Dyersburg, TN, Sherry McCutcheon of Dyersburg, TN and one son: John Bullington of AZ.; step daughter, Debbie Pipkin of Ripley, TN; step daughter, Cathy Lynch of Ripley, TN; step son, Michael Reed of Ripley, TN. Mr. Bullington also is survived by 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 13 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Marvin Sanders officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 12 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Ann Lazure

January 19, 1926 – November 09, 2013

Ann Pennington Lazure, age 87, of Halls died Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Baptist Trinity Hospice of Collierville, TN. Mrs. Ann was born January 19, 1926 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Marvin and the late Minnie (Abernathy) Pennington. She was married to the Late Richard Glenn Lazure. She was School Teacher as well as an avid gardener. She is survived by two daughters: Connie Lazure Strassburg of Atlantic Highland, NJ, Debra Lazure Talbot of Tampa, FL and one son: Walter Lazure of Germantown, TN; Sister of one sister: Patricia Pennington Ward of Dyersburg, TN; She also has four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband; Richard Glenn Lazure and a son, Rick Lazure. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Tuesday, November 12 at Mellville Meth. Church, , Halls, TN. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Halls on Tuesday, November 12 following the service at 10:00 am. Calling hours will be Monday, November 11 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Denise Davis

February 13, 1952 – November 07, 2013

Denise Burns Davis, age 61, of Ripley died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Denise was born February 13, 1952 in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late Ben Lavon Burns and Hazel (Herron) Byrns. She was employed by Turner Dairy as a systems analyst. She is survived by ; her mother Hazel (Herron) Byrns; Sister of two sisters: Delores Littlejohn of Ripley, TN, Delene Burns of Ripley, TN and one brother: Teddy Burns of Ripley, TN; step mother, Imogene Burns of Ripley, TN. She also leaves several nieces and a nephew. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 9 at Asbury United Methodist Church, Ripley, TN with Rev. Jim Peyton officiating. Burial will be in Asbury United Methodist Church, Ripley on Saturday, November 9 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 9 from 11:00 am. Until 1:00pm at Asbury Methodist, .

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Kenneth Ray Simrell, Sr.

September 27, 1953 – November 07, 2013

Kenneth Ray Simrell, Sr., 60, of Obion, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired farmer.

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Leticia D. Arellanes

February 17, 1962 – November 07, 2013

Leticia Dyanne Arellanes, 51, of Dyersburg died Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was disabled. Funeral services will at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9, 2013, Graveside at Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern with Reverend Dwayne Goodgine officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her husband, Jose Arellanes of Dyersburg, 1 son Alex Arellanes of Dyersburg, her mother, Joan Canada of Dyersburg, 1 sister Angie Weatherford of Dyersburg, 3 brothers Ronald Canada of San Antonio, TX, David Canada of Jackson and Tim Canada of Dyer. She was preceded in death by her father Riley Canada, a brother Tony Canada and her grandparents Clarence and Laura C. Gray and Herston and Grace Canada. The family requests memorials be directed to Tennessee School for the Deaf, 2725 Island Home Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37920 Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Saturday, November 9th, 2013 02:00 pm Church Grove Cemetery , Newbern TN 38059

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Cherrie Ann Walker

October 13, 1919 – November 06, 2013

Cherrie Walker, 94, of Dyersburg and wife of AD Walker (deceased) went to be with her Lord on November 6th 2013. She was the only child of Grover Keaton and Cherry Clyde Keaton of Milan Tennessee.

She is the wonderful loving mother of Betty Hudson, Don Walker, Rebecca Walker, Joseph Walker and James Walker (deceased). She has 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

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Brenda Jane Atkins

June 08, 1948 – November 05, 2013

Brenda Jane Atkins, 65, of Humboldt, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at Humboldt General Hospital.

She was a retired librarian for Crockett County High School. She was a member and former pianist at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Dyersburg and attended First Christian Church in Humboldt.

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Richard Paul Gordon

May 23, 1947 – November 04, 2013

Richard P. Gordon, 66, of Dyersburg, died Monday, November 4, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was owner of SamKat Books. He is survived by his sister Susan Gordon of North Kingstown, RI. He is preceded in death by his wife Susan Gordon and his parents Irwin Herbert and Ernestine Muriel Schenk Gordon. The family requests memorials be directed to Amnesty International, 5 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Bobby Sparks

June 12, 1937 – November 02, 2013

Bobby Gene Sparks, age 76, of Halls died Saturday, November 2, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Bobby was born June 12, 1937 in Albertsville, AL. He is the son of the late Edgar and the late Annie Massie Sparks. He was employed as a Welder. He is survived by three daughters: Pam Waller of Halls, TN, Cheryl Sparks of Jamestown, TN, Debra Boykin of Jamestown, TN and four sons: Don Sparks of Nettleton, MS, Tom Sparks of Aurora, IL, Timothy Nobles of Aurora, IL, Danny Sparks of Covington, TN; Brother of two sisters: Iva Holt of Crossville, TN, Pat Lauffer of Aurora, IL and two brothers: Dale Sparks of Sneed, AL, Jerry Sparks of Sneed, AL; He also is the widower of the late Joyce Sparks Predeceased by his son, Randy Sparks, brother, Wayne Sparks. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 6 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, November 6 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 5 from 5pm til 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Jerry Lee Baker

January 09, 1930 – November 01, 2013

Jerry Lee Baker, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Highlands of Dyersburg Health & Rehab.

He was a retired project superintendant for Forcum-Lannom and a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was a Baptist.

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Dorothy Carolyn Potter

July 17, 1952 – October 31, 2013

Dorothy Carolyn Potter, 61, of Wichita, KS, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, KS.

A Loving mother and wife, she was an avid community volunteer and a member of Northside Church of Christ.

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Patsy Jo Spence

January 24, 1936 – October 30, 2013

Patsy Jo Spence, 77, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a former librarian at Ridgely Public Library. She was a member and Sunday School Teacher at Wynnburg Baptist Church.

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Tim Eudaley

May 13, 1959 – October 30, 2013

Tim Eudaley, 54, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at his residence.

He was a salesman for Delta Auto Sales, member of Moose Lodge and an avid sportsman. He was a Baptist.

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John Morgan

September 19, 1934 – October 27, 2013

John Burnell Morgan, age 79, of Dyersburg died Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. John was born September 19, 1934 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late John Douglas and the late Mattie Bell (Hunt) Morgan. He was in the construction field during most on his life. He is survived by his wife: Linda (Ferguson) Morgan , a daughter: Alisa Jarell, and a step-daughter Camille Peoples of OK and two sons: Steve Morgan; Kelly Morgan of Tomball, TX, step-son Richard Gillespie of AR; Brother of one sister: Barbara Whitaker of Jackson, TN; The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 30 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N Church St, Halls, TN with John Fowler officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls on Wednesday, October 30 at 11:00 am. .

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Wanda Arlene Thompson

August 12, 1936 – October 27, 2013

Wanda Arlene Thompson, 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

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Eva McGuire

March 30, 1921 – October 27, 2013

Eva McGuire, 92, of Meridian, MS formerly of Dyer County, TN died Sunday, October 27, 2013 in Meridian. Graveside services for Mrs. McGuire will be 11:00 am, Thursday, October 31, 2013 - Graveside at Neely's Chapel Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Thursday, October 31st, 2013 11:00 am Neely's Chapel Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024

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Mildred O'Steen

August 25, 1926 – October 26, 2013

Mildred Irene O'Steen, age 87, of Lebanon died Saturday, October 26, 2013 at University Medical Center of Lebanon, TN. Mildred was born August 25, 1926 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Olcy and the late Ollie (Patrick) Broglin. She married The Late ThomasO'Steen. She was a(n) Factory Employee. She is survived by one daughter: Linda Spencer of Lebanon, TN; ; She also has four grandchildren. granddaughter, Dawn Spencer Nottage of Atlanta, GA; grandson, Billy Gibbons of Dyersburg, TN; grandson, Chris Gibbons of Halls, TN; grandson, Michael Spencer of Lebanon, TN. She also leaves 9 great-grandchildren Predeceased by her Daughter, Pansy Gibbons, brother, James Broglin, brother, J C Broglin, brother, Dotson Broglin, Sister, Elsie Homes, Sister, Laura Archibald. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, October 29 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Randy Jetton officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery, Halls on Tuesday, October 29 at 2:00 pm. Calling hours will be Monday, October 28 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Margie Pilgrim Reagor

November 05, 1925 – October 25, 2013

Margie Pilgrim Reagor, 87, of Dyersburg died Friday, October 25, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor. She was retired after 31 years at Colonial Rubber. She was a member of Phillips Street Church of God. Funeral services will at 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 28, 2013, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Ronnie Turner officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will Danny Pilgrim, Calvin Wayne Seat, Andy Seat, David Seat, Jeff Burkhead and Keith Burkhead. Honorary pallbearers will be Brooke Pilgrim, Blake Pilgrim, Brock Williams, Starr Grappone, Jimmy Lee Pleasant and Mack Hinchey. The Reagor family will receive friends from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, Sunday, October 27th at the funeral home. She is survived by her 3 grandchildren, Gail Pratt, Danny Pilgrim, Sue Williams, 7 great-grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and her daughter in law of 59 years, Frances Pilgrim. The family would like to extend a special thanks to her friend and caretaker Judy Ramsey. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew & Defphis Seat,husbands Elbert Pilgrim and A.T. Reagor, one son Harold Pilgrim, three brothers Calvin Seat, Murphy Seat and Leonard Seat and 1 grandson, Brandon Cross. The family requests memorials be directed to American Heart Association. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, October 27th, 2013 04:00 pm - 06:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, October 28th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Caroline Turnbo

July 14, 1956 – October 25, 2013

Caroline Turnbo, 57, of Dyersburg, died Friday, October 25, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ. Funeral services will at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Jerry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow in Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will Samuel Wright, Jeffrey Turnbo, Jr., Daryll Cagle, Earl Cagle, Jerry Turner and Nick Presslar. The Turnbo family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, October 29th at the funeral home. She is survived by her two sons, Jeffrey Lynn Turnbo, Sr. and wife Peggy, William Lifus Turnbo, Jr. and wife Allicia, all of Dyersburg, one sister Ruby Harwell and husband Gary of Pulaski, TN and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband William "Willie" Lifus Turnbo, Sr. and her mother Flonay Henry Wright. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, October 29th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, October 30th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Myrtle Bell Hutcheson

June 03, 1937 – October 23, 2013

Myrtle B. Hutcheson, 76, of Ridgely, died Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Ridgely where she served as song leader, Sunday School teacher, missionary and active in fund raising activities. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, October 27, 2013, at the Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy with Brother Clayton Mahan and Brother Carl Hutcheson officiating. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Donald Ward, Charles Dean, David Wollin, Jimmy Ligons, Ricky Gray and Edmund Wiggins. The Hutcheson family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 pm Friday, October 25, 2013 and 4:00-8:00 Saturday, October 26, 2013 at the church. She is survived by two daughters: Judy Tittle of Oakland, TN, and, Sandra Morris and husband, Dale of Troy, TN.; two sons: Harold Hutcheson of Dyersburg, TN, and, Tony Hutcheson and wife, Lorie of Ridgely, TN; five grandsons: Harold Lynn Hutcheson and wife Sandy, Garrison Isaac Hutcheson, Jeffrey Lane Tittle and wife, Crystal, James Brandon Hutcheson, and Jon Nick Hutcheson; and, three great-grandchildren: Alexis Hutcheson, Maddison Hutcheson, and Rylee Tittle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Hutcheson; four sisters, three brothers, and two grandchildren. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, October 25th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy 312 Church St, Ridgely TN 38080 Visitation Saturday, October 26th, 2013 04:00 pm - 08:00 pm Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy 312 Church St, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Sunday, October 27th, 2013 11:30 am Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy 312 Church St, Ridgely TN 38080

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Carrie Barlow

October 22, 2013

Carrie Renae Barlow died on October 22, 2013 in an unfortunate helicopter accident while doing what she loved. She was born in Dyersburg to the parents of Jackie and Kay Moore. She was married to Keith Barlow in March of 2008. She graduated from Dyersburg State Community College as a registered nurse and started working in the emergency room at Lauderdale County Community Hospital. She worked in the NICU at Jackson-County Medical Hospital and then pursued her dream of being a Pedi-flight nurse at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital. Survived by husband: Keith Barlow, son: Caleb Wright, stepsons: Trysten and Cameron Barlow, father and mother: Jackie and Kay Moore, brother: Blake Moore, Grandmother: Sally Quick, and mother-in-law: Bessie Mae Barlow. She is also survived by 5 nieces, 3 nephews, sister-in-law's Meredith Moore and Angie Akin, and brother-in-law Tommy Akin. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was predeceased in death by grandparents: Sanford Quick, Mitchell and Louise Moore, and father-in-law: Jerry Barlow. Carrie touched many lives, was much loved, and will be greatly missed. A MEMORIAL SERVICE, FOR THE CREW OF THE PEDI FLIGHT TEAM, WILL BE HELD IN CORDOVA AT THE HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (8500 WALNUT CREEK RD.) AT 10AM ON TUESDAY THE 29th. VISITATION WILL BE HELD FRIDAY NOV. 1 FROM 5-8 PM. AT THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF HALLS. FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 2PM ON SATURDAY NOV. 2, ALSO AT THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF HALLS.. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS THE FAMILY HAS REQUESTED THAT MEMORIALS BE MADE TO; Lebonheur Children's Hospital, the Ronald McDonald House, St. Jude Children's Hospital, or the donor's choice.

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Marvin S. Roberson

February 17, 1943 – October 22, 2013

Marvin S. Roberson, 70, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a partner and mechanic at Main Street Auto Service.

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Marty Jackson

March 09, 1964 – October 22, 2013

Marty Jackson, 49, of Dyersburg died Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at his residence. He was an employee at RoyalGuard in Newbern. He is survived by 3 daughters Lindi Moore and husband Brian of Dyersburg, Shea Jackson of Dyersburg, Kirsten Jones and husband Dane of Kansas, 2 sons Tanner Jackson of South Dakota, Ryne Jackson of Dyersburg, his father James Jackson of Dyersburg, 4 brothers Eric Jackson of Finley, Timmy Jackson, Rusty Jackson and wife Litsa, Wayde Jackson and wife Gina, all of Dyersburg and 5 grandchildren Vann Jackson, Cade Moore, Brylan Moore, Kiera LaRose and Kaleb LaRose. He is preceded in death by his mother Phyllis Ann Smith Jackson. The family requests memorials be directed to ALS Association Tennessee Chapter, PO Box 40244, Nashville, TN 37204-0244. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Jettie Permenter Pritchett

August 10, 1914 – October 20, 2013

Jettie Permenter Pritchett, 99, of Finley, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at her residence.

She was a homemaker and a member, Sunday School Teacher and nursery keeper at Finley United Methodist Church. She was a member of Finley Home Demonstration Club, member of United Methodist Women and a former mail carrier.

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Lorane Hand

June 23, 1920 – October 18, 2013

Lorane Elmore Hand, age 93, of Halls died Friday, October 18, 2013 at Crockett County Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. Lorane was born June 23, 1920 in Frog Jump,TN . She is the daughter of the late Lawson and the late Gladys (Permenter) Gilliland. She married The Late J.W. Elmore and The Late Homer Hand. She was employed by Tupperware. She is survived by two sons: Wayne Elmore of Halls, TN, Douglas Elmore of Halls, TN; Sister of one brother: Harold Gilliland of Halls, TN; She also has 2 step daughters; Carolyn Stanley of Ripley, TN; Elaine Lovelace of Moscow, TN; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; 1 great greatgrandchild. The funeral will be held 4:30 pm on Sunday, October 20 at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, , Halls, TN with Bro. Jim Roper officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls on Sunday, October 20 at 4:30 pm. Calling hours will be Saturday, October 19 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. .

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Odis Tirey, Jr.

August 02, 1931 – October 18, 2013

Odis Tirey, Jr., 82, of Finley, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg Health & Rehab.

He was a retired self-employed painting contractor and a member of New Life Apostolic Church of Dyersburg. He was a former member of the Tennessee Army National Guard, and he was a Corporal in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

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Charles Adkins Corkran

August 30, 1929 – October 18, 2013

Charles Adkins Corkran, 84, of Tiptonville, passed away Friday, October 18, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was a retired jeweler for Bryant's Jewelry Store in Tiptonville. He attended Tiptonville First United Methodist Church, a member of Harmony Lodge #184, American Legion, and was a Shriner. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Force.

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Steve Carnell

January 28, 1960 – October 18, 2013

Steve Carnell, 53, of Ridgely, died Friday, October 18, 2013 at his residence. He was an electrician and a Navy veteran. Funeral services will at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 23, 2013, in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Charles Middlebrook officiating. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will Jason Foutch, Jerry Thomas, Timmy Smith, Cody Gray, Keith Gardner and Roger Belt. The Carnell family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 22nd at the funeral home. He is survived by his daughter Montana Carnell and his son Brad Carnell, both of Ridgely. He was preceded in death by his parents Margaret Choate and R.A. Carnell and his sister Faye Foutch. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, October 22nd, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Thursday, October 24th, 2013 01:00 pm Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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Roger Terry

January 16, 1956 – October 17, 2013

Roger Harold "Rabbit" Terry, age 57, of Halls died Thursday, October 17, 2013 at home in Halls. Roger was born January 16, 1956 in Lauderdale Co., . He is the son of the late Will and the late Pauline (Burr) Terry. He married Stephanie PaulineHenson. He was a(n) Factory Employee. He is survived by his wife: Stephanie Pauline "Polly"(Henson) Terry , four daughters: Kim Robinson of Ripley, TN, Tina Sanders of Friendship, TN, Jessica Yarbro of Halls, TN, Kelly Conrad of Ripley, TN and two sons: Jackie Yarbro of Halls, TN, Justin Terry of Ripley, TN; Brother of four sisters: Edith Hogeland of Halls, TN, Juanita Prater of Halls, TN, Norma Jean Hilliard of Memphis, TN, Shirley Jeter of Ripley, S and two brothers: George Terry of Halls, TN, Jimmy Larry Terry of Halls, TN; He also has eleven grandchildren. 11 grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother, Jerry Wayne Terry, brother, Olin Terry, Sister, Mary McAlister, Sister, Kay Boone. The funeral will be held on Sunday October 20,2013 at 2pm. at Hutchersons Chapel, , Halls, TN with Bro. Bucy officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, October 19 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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Wanda Sue Perkins

January 17, 1946 – October 15, 2013

Wanda Sue Perkins, 67, of Tiptonville, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at her residence.

She was a retired private sitter.

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James R. Williams

November 30, 1931 – October 15, 2013

James R. Williams, 81, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a retired farmer and a member of Miston Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He was an avid outdoorsman and a U.S. Army Veteran.

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Lois Eulene Barker

December 04, 1930 – October 14, 2013

Lois Eulene Barker, 82, of Hornbeak died Monday, October 14, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was a homemaker and member of Wynnburg Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Barker will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 17, 2013 at Wynnburg Baptist Church with Reverend Larry Byassee and Reverend Tom Pirtle officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Brian Hatch, Hunter Hatch, Ricky Hatch, Jeff Layman, John Cody Taylor and Justin Taylor. Visitation for Mrs. Barker will be from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday at the church. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Marshall Barker, one daughter Donna Ozment and husband Charley of Dyersburg, one granddaughter Amy Ozment Rodriguez and husband Louie of Dyersburg, 2 great-granddaughters Shelby Rogers and Syndee Rogers, one sister Mary Ruth Presley and husband John Wayne of Jackson and two brothers Kenny Pitts and wife Lori of Salina, KS and Tom Pitts and wife Joan of Oxford, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents Luster and Gertrude Pitts, one sister, Thelma Louise Pitts and 3 brothers, Charles Glen Pitts, Max Pitts and Gene Pitts. The family requests memorials be directed to Wynnburg Baptist Church. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Wednesday, October 16th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Wynnburg Baptist Church , Wynnburg TN 38079 Funeral Service Thursday, October 17th, 2013 01:00 pm Wynnburg Baptist Church , Wynnburg TN 38079

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Dr. James "Jimmy" Rothwell Noonan

December 13, 1931 – October 13, 2013

James (Jimmy) Rothwell Noonan, B.A., B.S., M.A., M.D., FACP, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, died unexpectedly on October 13, 2013 in Nashville, TN. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Anne Thompson Noonan, their four children: James (Spike) Reece Noonan (Dana) of Nashville, TN, Sallye Noonan O'Rourke (Chris) of Knoxville, TN, Debbie Noonan Henson (Don) of Knoxville, TN, and Timothy Scott Noonan (Jennifer) of Nashville, TN, and ten grandchildren: Katelyn, Jamie, Reece, Anne Ray, Mollye, Ellie, Tom, Tanner, John and Emma. He is also survived by his sister, Ardis Noonan Phillips, and his brother, Gordon Dean Noonan.

Jimmy was a Christian, Bible scholar, physician, teacher, civic leader, swimmer and pioneer in the health and fitness movement.

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Paul Augusta Sutton

August 03, 1934 – October 08, 2013

Paul Augusta Sutton, 79, of Munford, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at Golden Living Center in Union City.

He was a retired Printer and State Park Ranger for the Tennessee Department of Conservation, member of First Baptist Church in Millington. He was a member of Harmony Lodge 184 and member of Millington Lodge 671, where he was past master of both lodges and a member of Memphis Scottish Rite 32nd Degree.

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Vesta Lucile (Parnell) Parker

October 05, 1928 – October 06, 2013

Vesta Lucile (Parnell) Parker was born October 5, 1928, in Lake County, Tennessee, to the late Finis Parnell and Lillie Bevil Parnell. She was the youngest of six children. She died on October 6, 2013 in Dyersburg, TN.

She was a longtime member of Crockett Chapel United Methodist Church in Lake County, with her current membership at Newbern First United Methodist Church. She was a member of Lizard Lick Old Timey String Band and loved them with all her heart.

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Mary Goodman

March 17, 1930 – October 04, 2013

Mary Ellar Goodman, age 83, of Halls died Friday, October 4, 2013. Mary was born March 17, 1930 in Lauderdale Co. She is the daughter of the late William Albert and the late Stella Marie (Mosby) Stephens. She was the widow of the late Willard Franklin Goodman. She was employed by Universal Electric of Ripley. She is survived by four daughters: Alice Hughes of Halls, TN, Carolyn Phillips of Dyersburg, TN, Judy Jones of Halls, TN, Nancy Hutcherson of Ripley, TN and three sons: Chancy Prescott of Henning, TN, Wayne Goodman of Henning, TN, Larry Goodman of Halls, TN; ; She also has 18 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, and 7 great great grandchildren. Predeceased by her Mother, Stella Marie Mosby, Father, William Albert Stephens, brothers:, William Albert Stephens Jr.,and Johnny Eugene Stephens. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, October 6 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Dale Harris officiating. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley. Calling hours will be Saturday, October 5 from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN.

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