David Kirby

April 01, 2013

David Brady Kirby, 58 of Dyersburg, TN, died Monday in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Raylain Brady and the late Maxine (Goodwin) Kirby. He was a Factory Employee, Survived by his wife: Teresa Diann (Fowler) Kirby and one son: Brad (Tara) Kirby of Dyersburg, TN Brother of three sisters: Linda Faye (Ronnie) Craig of Newbern, TN, Sara Francis Kirby of Dyersburg, TN, Patsy (Gary) Hunter of Bonicord, TN and one brother: Danny Ray "Chubby" And Cheryl Kirby of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Tuesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Earline Hood Brooks

January 03, 1933 – April 01, 2013

Earline Hood Brooks, 80, of Dyersburg, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 1, 2013.

She was born in Dyer County on January 3, 1933 to the late Silas and Georgia Hood. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, James Harold Brooks. They spent most of their life on a farm in the Bobwire Community, near Bogota. After moving to Dyersburg, she worked at Sylvania and Wal-Mart. Earline was a member of Lenox Baptist Church.

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Sharon Jones

October 18, 1946 – March 31, 2013

Sharon Jones, 66, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, March 31, 2013 at Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin. She was an active member of Hawthorne Baptist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Jeremy Dodson. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Ratliff, Jason Ratliff, Barry Farley, Hunter Farley, Sean Jones, Brian Jones, Keith Jones, Bill Jerkovic and Ray Cutcher. The Jones family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Thursday, April 4th at the funeral home. Sharon is survived by her brother Ron Jones and wife Pam of Bensenville, IL, many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Donald Elwood and Fannie May Jones. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, April 4th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 5th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Robert Lee Hogue

March 30, 2013

Robert Lee Hogue, 88 of Halls, TN, died Saturday (3-30-13) in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyer Co., TN, he was the son of the late Cornelius Washington and the late Mary Callie (Allman) Hogue. He was a Factory Employee, Mr. Hogue was a member of Elon Baptist Church Survived by his wife: Mary Imogene(Cooper) Hogue and three sons: Dennis Hogue of Dyersburg, TN, Lanny Hogue of Dyersburg, TN, Tim Hogue of Horn Lake, MS Brother of three sisters: Edith White of Paris, TN, Lorene Seratt of Dyersburg, TN, Dot Spiller of Halls, TN and two brothers: Paul "Peck" Hogue of Halls, TN, Donald Hogue of Halls, TN He was also survived by 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his brothers; Waymon Hogue, and Leon Hogue Friends may call Monday (4-1-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday (4-2-13) at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley.

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Doris Laverne Corum

July 26, 1926 – March 30, 2013

Doris Laverne Corum, 86, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired clerk for Western Auto, member of First Baptist Church, where she taught children's classes for over fifty years and was a member of Fidelis Sunday School Class and was an accomplished seamstress.

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James Allen Walley

October 31, 1957 – March 30, 2013

James Allen Walley, 55, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a farmer and roofer. He was a Church of Christ.

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Janette Patricia Smith

September 11, 1956 – March 30, 2013

Janette Patricia Smith, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at her residence.

She was the office administrator for ECSIS and a homemaker. She was a member of Fowlkes United Methodist Church and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. She graduated from Samuel Whitbread College of Culinary Arts in London, England. She was a devoted Christian wife and mother who opened her heart and home to everyone.

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Debbie Elaine Pevahouse

September 13, 1955 – March 30, 2013

Debbie Elaine Patton Pevahouse, 57, of Dyersburg died Saturday, March 30, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a former nurse's aide, employee at Dyersburg Fabrics and Honeywell. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Brother Mac Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Eugene Dicus, Aaron Tate, Paul Mallard, Jr., Charlie Patton, Scotty Pevahouse and Ricky Clark. The Pevahouse family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday evening at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Ricky Pevahouse of Dyersburg, 1 daughter, Hillary Sisson and husband Jeremy, of Dyersburg, 1 sister Martha Clark of Dyersburg, 4 brothers Thomas Patton and wife Patsy, Charles Patton and wife Brenda, Jerry Patton and wife Wilma, all of Dyersburg, Donnie Patton and wife Karen of Olive Branch, MS and 5 grandchildren, Jordan Davis, Katie Davis, Morgan Sisson, Alyssa Sisson and Mackenzie Sisson. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Katherine Michelle Davis, 1 sister, Carolyn Copeland and her parents, A.D. and Mildred Katherine Wims Patton. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Barbara Ann Mcminn

March 26, 1943 – March 29, 2013

Barbara Ann McMinn, 70, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired dietary worker for Dyersburg Methodist Hospital.

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Martha Sue Reagan Baker

January 27, 1930 – March 28, 2013

Martha Sue Reagan Baker, 83, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Millington Health Care Center. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Ladies Sunday School Class, Eastern Star and the Dyersburg Homemakers FCE. She was the former owner of Dyersburg Beauty School and a lifelong resident of Dyer County. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Brian Grow. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be James Reagan, Neil White, Thomas Reagan, Jr., John David White, William White and Aaron Reagan. Honorary pallbearers will be Clark Reagan, Kirk Reagan, John Luke Reagan, Blaine Max, Jordan Max and Clay Max. The Baker family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Monday, April 1st at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband Charles L. Baker, 1 daughter, Susan Reagan White and husband Chris of Atoka, 2 sons, Thomas Bryant Reagan and wife Delia of Beaumont, TX, Joe Frank Reagan and wife Pam of Dyersburg, 1 step-daughter Debbie Baker Max of Covington, 8 grandchildren, James Kevin Reagan and wife Monica, Thomas Bryant Reagan, Jr., Neil Christian White, John David White, William Thompson White and wife Tori, Blaine Max, Jordan Max, Clay Max, 2 great-grandchildren, Christian White and Thomas Bryant Reagan, III and a family friend, Lauren Tracey. She was preceded in death by her husband Homer Otis "Red" Reagan, 1 brother Billy Joe Hopper and her parents Marvin and Carrie Mintz Hopper. The family requests memorials be directed to a charity of donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, April 1st, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Mary Baldree

March 27, 2013

Mary "Oneida" Baldree 98, passed away on March 27, 2013. Mrs. Baldree was director of house keeping for Park View Hospital for many years. Mrs. Baldree was the widow of the late C.K. Baldree. She is survived by several neices and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm. Friday, with funeral services to be held at the Halls Funeral Home at 109 N. Church St. at 10am. on March 30, 2013. Memorials can be made to the Tennessee Youth Villages in Memphis,TN.

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Dorothy Hammock Turner

June 25, 1926 – March 27, 2013

Dorothy Hammock Turner, 86, of Ridgely, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired supervisor for Heckethorn Manufacturing and member and former Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church in Ridgely. She was a former employee of Mar-Lek Manufacturing, member of Ridgely Woman's Club and was a devoted wife, mother and friend to many.

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Mary Elizabeth Dycus

December 09, 1927 – March 27, 2013

Mary Elizabeth Dycus, of Newbern, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

The family will receive visitors from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Dyersburg Funeral Home.

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Micheal Townsend

January 14, 1951 – March 27, 2013

Micheal Townsend, 62, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a Vietnam veteran and retired from Bennett Tool and Die. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2013 Graveside at RoEllen Cemetery officiated by Reverend Robert Craig. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by one daughter, Rachel Townsend of Dyersburg, one son, Justin Townsend of Dyersburg, three sisters, Kay Strawn of Dyersburg, Brenda Gardner of Obion, Jan Kennedy of McLemoresville and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Melvin Homer and Hazel Elizabeth Pinkley Townsend. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Friday, March 29th, 2013 10:00 am Roellen Cemetery , RoEllen TN 38024

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Betty J. Newell

November 10, 1933 – March 26, 2013

Betty J. Newell, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

She was a retired special education teacher for Dyersburg City School System, graduate of U.T. Martin and a member of First Assembly of God in Newbern.

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Virginia Hunt Wray

August 14, 1924 – March 26, 2013

Virginia Hunt Wray, 88, of Dyersburg, formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

She was a retired secretary for Production Credit Association, member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church, where she was an active member of Rebekah Sunday School Class, former manager of Tiptonville Wesley Homes and a former president of Margaret Newton PTA. She was a member of Lake County 911 Board, member of Lake County Primary Care Building and a charter member of the Tiptonville Public Library.

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Clifford Davidson

November 24, 1925 – March 25, 2013

Clifford Davidson, 87, of Finley, died Monday, March 25, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired farmer and attended the Junction Church of God.

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Jackie Guthrie Clymer

May 15, 1931 – March 25, 2013

Jackie Guthrie Clymer passed away Monday, March 25, 2013. She was born May 15, 1931 to the late Warren and Nell Canada Guthrie of Dyersburg, where she grew up a very poplar young lady. She served as a Dyersburg High School cheerleader, cheering on her future husband Bill. They soon married and that marriage was blessed with a a daughter Karen Clymer Bickers, granddaughter Jada Bickers, nieces Brenda Guthrie Williams (Steve), Dianne Guthrie Roberts (Jerry), Debbie Guthrie, great nieces Laura Williams Burroughs (Jeff), Dawn Williams Todd and special care givers Rhonda Carden and Tanaya Bush. Jackie was preceded in death by a brother Gordon Guthrie and wife June and a sister Mary Francis. Jackie was a very active member of First Baptist Church since the age of sixteen, holding such positions as Christian Training Director as well as the first woman member of the church finance committee, participating in the choir and various other church activities. A quote from Jackie, "My goal in life is to help others and in so doing, make some kind of contribution that will leave this world a little better for having been here. I am so thankful for all that God has done for me." Jackie began her career as the first lady teller to be hired by First Citizens National Bank, soon moving on to further her career at Security State Bank as vice president in charge of public relations and marketing. During that time she served Dyer County as chairman of The American Heart Association, going on to serve on the state board of the American Heart Association along with the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, March of Dimes, Easter Seals and Senior Citizens, as a solicitor of funds for their groups. She was also honored to serve as the first woman elected Director of the Greater Dyersburg-Dyer County Chamber of Commerce as well as member of the Dyersburg Industrial Board. After her retirement from the banking world, she began a new career as one of the top real estate agents in this area. Services will be held Friday, March 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Hickman and Reverend Raymond Boston with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Curry Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jerry Roberts, Jeff Burroughs, Gerald Newbill, Grady Gentry, Charlie James, David Tinkle, Carl House, Kenneth Ladd and Travis Miles. The family requests memorials be directed to First Baptist Church Building Fund or the American Heart Association. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, March 28th, 2013 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, March 29th, 2013 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Beverly Frizzell Magee

August 18, 1939 – March 23, 2013

Beverly Frizzell Magee passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 surrounded by her family. She was born August 18, 1939, to William David and Ada Frizzell in Union City, Tennessee. Beverly lived in Union City until 1954 when the family moved to Memphis where she was in the first graduating class from White Station High School in 1957. While at White Station she was the first editor of the annual and the first football queen.

Beverly graduated cum laude from Memphis State University (University of Memphis) in 1961. She was named Who's Who among students in American Universities where she served as Senior Judge on the Supreme Court as well as treasurer of Phi Mu Sorority. She came to Dyersburg to teach English where she met and married Milton E. Magee, her husband of 51 years. That marriage was blessed with a son, Milton E. Magee, Jr. (Jennifer), an attorney in Memphis, and a daughter, Maribeth M. Martin (Eric), of Montgomery County, TN.

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Joey Lee Kilzer

September 30, 1957 – March 23, 2013

Mr. Joey Lee Kilzer, 55, of Dyersburg, TN died Saturday, March 23, 2013 at his residence. Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, March 27, 2013- Graveside at the City Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Kilzer is survived by his son, Adam Kilzer of Newbern, TN; one daughter, Emily Montgomery; his mother, Ernestine Kilzer. of Dyersburg; two brothers, Howard and Nicki Robinson and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Henry Kilzer. Online condolences may be given on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Wednesday, March 27th, 2013 10:00 am City Cemetery E Court St, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Bobby Gene Smith

April 08, 1935 – March 22, 2013

Bobby Gene Smith, 77, of Ridgely, died Friday March 22, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired self-employed contractor and a member of Bogota Baptist Church, where he was chairman of the Deacons and the song leader. He was a Mason and a Gideon.

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Will "Woody" Tate

July 04, 1960 – March 20, 2013

Will "Woody" Tate, 52, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a plumber for Turnbo Plumbing and Electric. Funeral services for Mr. Tate will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tim Haynes, Jason Turnbo, Little David Climer, Randy Lyles, Stanley Eaton, William Climer, William "Bubba" Tate and David Climer. The Tate family will receive visitors Friday, March 22, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Tate of Dyersburg, 1 daughter Melinda Tate of Wisconsin, 1 step-daughter Rebecca Sellers of Dyersburg, 2 sons, William Tate, Jr., of Wisconsin, Steven Tate of Dyersburg, 2 sisters, Frances Turnbo of Dyersburg, Louise Reeves of Parsons, 1 brother George Tate of Newbern and 7 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Shebby Tate, Linda Reeves, 1 brother Sam Tate and his parents Samuel Thomas and Ruth Mai Neil Tate. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, March 22nd, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, March 23rd, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Ray Archibald

March 18, 2013

Ray Carlton Archibald, 77 of Halls, TN, died Monday in the , Halls, TN. Born in Crockett Mills, TN, he was the son of the late John Benjamin and the late Willie Lucille (Ashley) Archibald. He was a Self Employed contractor. Mr. Archibald was a member of Westside Baptist Church Survived by three daughters: Joey Rae Klutts of Halls, TN, Regina Stutts of Ripley, TN, Felicia James of New Brawnfels, TX and four sons: Shane Carlton Archibald of Halls, TN, Eric James Archibald of Louisville, KY, Douglas Pitcock of Louisville, TN, Mark Pitcock of Louisville, KY Brother of one sister: Doris Hurst of Houston, TX and one brother: Larry Archibald of Houston, TX He is also survived by 16 grandchildren10 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his wife; the late Shirley Ann Archibald and a son, Ray Andrew Archibald Friends may call Wednesday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Thursday at 10:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Thursday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Wayne Fair

December 05, 1947 – March 18, 2013

Wayne Fair, 65, of Newbern, died Monday, March 18, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired welder and a U.S. Army Veteran of Vietnam War.

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Dorothy Mae Brigance Powell

April 17, 1918 – March 18, 2013

Dorothy Mae Brigance Powell, 94, of New Baltimore, MI, died Monday, March 18, 2013 at her residence. She was born on April 17, 1918 to the late Allie and Dollie Horner Brigance of Bogota.

She was a retired factory worker for TRW Automotive Supplier, where she worked for 40 years and a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Roseville, MI.

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Martin Preston Morris

July 26, 1957 – March 18, 2013

Martin Preston Morris, 55, of Gleason, died Monday, March 18, 2013 at Weakley County Nursing Home.

He was an employee for Gaines Manufacturing and a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Dresden.

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Lucille Robbins Stallings

August 23, 1925 – March 18, 2013

Lucille Robbins Stallings, 87, of Dyersburg, died Monday, March 18, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. She was a sitter for the elderly and a member of Church of God of Prophecy. Funeral services for Mrs. Stallings will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Bro. Jerry Robbins and Bro. James Spivey. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Gill, Chucky Dean, Mark Gooch, Paul Gooch, Jeremy Robbins, Justin Robbins, Brad Holbrook and James Sullivan. The Stallings family will receive visitors Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Judy Stallings of Dyersburg and 2 sisters, Sue Anderson of Jackson and Geneva King of Cookeville. She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Buddy" Stallings, her parents, Joseph M & Liddie Magalene Braden Robbins,4 sisters, Magaline Henry, Julie Clark, Gertrude Mustain, Jewell Snider and 1 brother, Arnold Robbins. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, March 19th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, March 20th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Darrell Manning

April 23, 1924 – March 17, 2013

Darrell Moody Manning of Halls, Tennessee passed away Sunday afternoon, March 17, 2013 after a short illness. He was surrounded by family. He was born on April 23, 1924, the son of the late Felix Manning and Annie Riddick Manning. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marlin Manning. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Geraldine Lilley Manning. They were married for over 64 years. He leaves his three sons and daughters-in-law Kenny and Sharlene Manning of Halls, Gary and Patricia Manning of Arlington, TN and Ritchie and Jean Manning of Halls. He also leaves seven grand children, Dustin and Deanda Manning of Halls, Shey and Joseph Manning Whitby of Alamo, Caitlyn and Brandon Manning Maas of Memphis, Caleb Manning of Arlington, Clare Manning of Arlington, Andrew Manning of Halls and Hannah Manning of Halls. He leaves three great grand children, William Maas of Memphis, Davis Manning of Halls and Ella Whitby of Alamo. Additionally, he leaves his sister and caretaker, Joyce Wharey and his sister, Cornelia Alleshouse, both of Maury City. He was a member of what Tom Brokaw called, "The Greatest Generation" in his book by the same title. Although he was unable to serve in the military due to a childhood foot injury, he served his country by moving to San Francisco, CA to work in the ship yards during World War II. Near the end of the war, he returned to Crockett County where he married his beautiful wife, Geraldine Lilley. He became a farmer and eventually went into the construction business as a bridge builder. He built many of the original bridges along Interstate 40 between Memphis and Nashville, but he never lost his love for tilling the soil and raising his registered Black Angus cattle. He left the construction industry to devote his full attention to the farming operation. He and his son Kenny founded Manning Farms. In the late 1970's his family was featured in The Farm Wife News, a national magazine publication featuring stories about farm families. He was a Freemason and a member of the Woodmen of The World Fraternal Organization. Most importantly, he was a Christian and he loved his Lord and Master, Jesus Christ. He served his Lord as a member of Lebanon United Methodist Church for many years. Visitation will be at the Lebanon United Methodist Church, 5737 Chesnutt Bluff Maury City Rd. Friendship, TN from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 19th. And Wednesday March 20th. starting at 12:00pm. until service time. The funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the church with burial to follow in the Lebanon Cemetery.

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Charles Calvin McCord

December 22, 1930 – March 17, 2013

Charles Calvin McCord, 82, of Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, March 17, 2013 at his residence. Graveside services for Mr. McCord are 9:00 am, Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the City Cemetery in Dyersburg, TN. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. He is survived by one sister, Lorell Johnson; 3 brothers, Kenneth McCord, Barry McCord and Joe McCord; and two children, Richard McCord and Brenda McCord. He was preceded in death by his parents Joe Calvin and Willie Thelma Campbell McCord. Online condolences are available on our website - www.curryfuneral.com. Graveside Service Wednesday, March 20th, 2013 09:00 am City Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024

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Gloria June White

March 20, 1931 – March 16, 2013

Gloria June White, 81, of Dyersburg, formerly of Murfreesboro, died Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired employee from the admissions office at Middle Tennessee State University.

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Becky Thompson Dobbins

August 25, 1936 – March 15, 2013

Becky Thompson Dobbins, 76, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was a homemaker and a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ.

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Z. E. "Fat" Pride

April 19, 1922 – March 15, 2013

Z.E. "Fat" Pride, 90, of the Richwoods Community, died Friday, March 15, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a farmer, carpenter and a Navy Veteran. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 19, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Larry Kooch. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Keenyan Greer, Brian Pride, Adam Pride, Scotty Elgin, Daniel Bryson and Robert Jasin. Honorary pallbearers will be Stanley Steep and Don Miller. The Pride family will receive visitors Monday evening from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by 3 daughters, Joyce Colson and Kaye Jasin, both of Dyersburg, Cris Starnes of Midlothian, TX, 5 sons, Lester Pride of Newbern, Luthor Pride of McKenzie, C.S. Pride and Justin Lawson, both of Finley, Steven Pride of Dyersburg, 1 sister, Judy Moore of Memphis, 1 brother, Gail Pride of Dyersburg, 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Mary Jackson Pride, 1 son, Edwin Pride and his parents, Owensby Commodore and Lydia Lottie Wilson Pride. The family requests memorials be directed to LeBonheur Children's Hospital. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, March 18th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, March 19th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Richard Lawson

March 13, 2013

Richard Lynn Lawson, 59 of Bolivar, TN, died Wednesday in Bolivar, TN. Born in Ripley, TN, he was the son of the late Raymond and Jestine (Henson) Lawson. He was the Son of Jestine (Henson) Lawson Brother of one sister: Shirley Braden of Ripley, TN and one brother: Melvin Lawson of Halls, TN Predeceased by his brother, Jackie Lawson Mr. Lawson also leaves several nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews Friends may call Thursday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Friday at 2:30 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Friday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Thomas Gibbons

March 30, 1934 – March 13, 2013

Thomas Gibbons, 78, of Finley, died Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired security supervisor for Casino Aztar, attended Finley Pentecostal Church and a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

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Margaret Owens Vance

March 10, 1926 – March 13, 2013

Margaret Owens Vance passed away March 13, 2013 after a short illness in Arab, AL at the age of 87. Mrs. Vance, together with her husband, Russell Vance, were the owners and proprietors of Sanderfer Furniture Company on the North side of the Dyersburg Courthouse Square for many years. She was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg conducted by Dr. David Russell. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Pallbearers will be Michael Eskridge, Matthew Eskridge, Michael Pettigrew, Owen Vance, Jr., Randy Degirolamo, and Darrell See. The Vance family will receive visitors in the Chapel of the First United Methodist Church beginning at 2:00 p.m. Sunday until service time. Mrs. Vance is survived by her daughter, Kathy Vance Eskridge and husband Richard of Joppa, AL; three grandchildren: Michael B. Eskridge and wife Nicole, Amy E. Pettigrew and husband Michael, and Matthew R. Eskridge residents of Huntsville AL. She was preceded in death by her husband Russell W. Vance and her parents, Levy Medling and Kathleen Evans Owens. The family requests memorials be directed to First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or Reelfoot Rural Ministries, 6968 Minnick Rd, Elbridge, TN 38240 Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, March 17th, 2013 02:00 pm - 03:00 pm the First United Methodist Church Chapel 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, March 17th, 2013 03:00 pm at the First United Methodist Church Sanctuary 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Everett Adams

March 12, 2013

Everett Leon Adams, 85 of Dyersburg, TN, died Tuesday (3-12-13) in the Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyer Co., TN, he was the son of the late William Burl and the late Ruth Adams. He was a Factory Employee, employed by Dyersburg Fabric Survived by his wife: Mary Sue (Thompson) Adams, three daughters: Pam Thompson of Dyersburg, TN, Mary Ford of Gates,TN, Vanessa Brown of Dyersburg,TN and one son: Everett "Anthony" Adams of Dyersburg, TN Sister of two sisters; Bobbie King of Friendship,TN, Shirley Eison of Dyersburg,TN She is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Friends may call Friday (3-15-13) from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside service will be held Friday (3-15-13) at 12:00 pm at South Fork Cemetery, Chesnut Bluff-Maury City Rd., Halls Interment will be Friday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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Beauton Mcguire

April 20, 1922 – March 12, 2013

Beauton McGuire, 90, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at her residence.

She was a homemaker.

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Evelyn Bartlett Spence

December 17, 1937 – March 12, 2013

Evelyn Bartlett Spence, 75, of Morris Chapel, TN, formerly of Ridgely, died Tuesday, March 12, 2013, at her daughter's residence. She was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church and a retired cook at the Cozy Kitchen. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 15, 2013 at Cottonwood Baptist Church in Ridgely, conducted by Reverend Paul Adams. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely. The Spence family will receive visitors Thursday, March 14th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the church. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Danny Paul Bartlett, Kelly Bartlett, Johnny Baker, Travis Spence, Rick Bingham and Donny Tolley. She is survived by 3 daughters, Ruby Williams and husband Dennis of Morris Chapel, Patricia Bonilla and husband Joseph of Ridgely, Tina Woodard and husband Kenny of Sikeston, MO, 1 son, Aaron Bartlett of Ridgely, 2 step-daughters, Teresa Bass, Debbie Faulkner and husband Lenny, both of Troy, MO, 2 step-sons, Danny Paul Bartlett and wife Marsha of South Fulton, KY, H.D. Spence, Jr., of Texas, 3 sisters, Bertie Lemonds of Dyersburg, Loretta Ferguson of Brownsville, Mary Jane McLain and husband Wayne of Memphis, 3 brothers, Buddy Baker and wife Betty of Ridgely, Johnny Baker and wife Sylvia of Hawk Point, MO, Lonnie Baker of South Carolina, 6 grandchildren, Kandi Williams, Amanda Ward, Tonya Burks, Justin Bonilla, Jessica Bonilla, Matthew Woodard, 4 great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn Ward, Grace Ward, Anna Ward, Caleb Williams, 8 step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Aaron Gene Bartlett and H.D. Spence, 1 step-son, James Spence, 1 sister, Irene Westmoreland, 1 brother James Westmoreland and her parents, Willie and Flonnie Mae Crabtree. The family requests memorials be directed to Cottonwood Baptist Church, 125 Gratio Road, Ridgely, TN 38080. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, March 14th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Cottonwood Baptist Church 886 FM2643, Lorena TX 76655 Funeral Service Friday, March 15th, 2013 02:00 pm Cottonwood Baptist Church 886 FM2643, Lorena TX 76655

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Evelyn Sue Richard Eldridge

March 04, 1925 – March 11, 2013

Evelyn Sue Richard Eldridge, 88, of Dyersburg, died Monday, March 11, 2013 at her residence. She was a retired surgical nurse supervisor at Parkview Hospital and a member of Dyersburg Church of God. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Pastor Robert Davis and Reverend Bill Phipps. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Ed Czopkiewicz, Mike Czopkiewicz, Kenneth Hassell, Rob Lentz, Kenneth Raspberry and James Shawver. The Eldridge family will receive visitors Thursday, March 14th from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. She is survived by 2 daughters, Kattie Czopkiewicz of Chicago, IL, Patricia Vowell and husband Tony of Olive Branch, MS, 1 son-in-law, Jimmy Frazier of Dyersburg, 14 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and 25 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husbands Wilson E. Richard and Hansel Eldridge, 1 daughter, Alice Bearden Frazier, 3 sisters, Jessie Kernodle, Audrey Brown, Virginia Rose and 3 brothers, Ivy Ward, Bill Ward and Albert H. Ward. The family requests memorials be directed to Dyersburg Church of God, 1014 Phillips Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Heath Burroughs

March 09, 2013

Heath Michael Burroughs, 45 of Halls, TN. died Saturday (3-9-13) in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. Born in Elgin, IL, he was the son of John and Margo Lynn (Weseman) Burroughs. He was a Construction worker, Survived by one daughter: Jessica Lynn Daily of Rockford, IL and one son: Jerrid Burroughs of Rockford, IL Son of John and Margo Lynn (Weseman) Burroughs, Brother of two brothers: Brian Burroughs of Largo, FL, Stephen Burroughs of Halls, TN . Memorial service will be held Thursday (3-14-13) at 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls

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William E. Anderson

November 19, 1925 – March 09, 2013

William E. Anderson, 87, of Jackson, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, March 9, 2013 at his residence.

William was a self-employed residential contractor that built over 250 homes in the Dyersburg area. He was a member of Northbrook Church in Three Way, TN and a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. He fought at Okinawa and the Philippines, where he received the Purple Heart Medal. He was an avid gardener and member of Jackson Meadow Veterans Group. While he lived in Dyersburg, he attended Dyersburg Church of God and was a member of the Dyer County Builders Association.

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Berenice Ramsey Burton

February 25, 1918 – March 08, 2013

Berenice Ramsey Burton, 95, of Dyersburg, died Friday, March 8, 2013 at her residence.

She was a retired clerk for Agricultural, Conservation and Stabilization Office, where she worked for 25 years, attended Finley United Methodist Church and was an avid gardener.

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Billy Max Cole

July 01, 1937 – March 07, 2013

Billy Max Cole, husband of Annette Cole of Dyersburg, died Thursday, March 7, at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Mr. Cole worked alongside his wife of 54 years at Brown Shoe Company in Lexington and Savannah, TN. He retired after 35 years of employment when they moved to Dyersburg in 1995. His most treasured days were spent with his grandsons. He also enjoyed fishing and building bluebird houses. He was a Mason of Lodge 102 in Savannah and also served in the National Guard. He was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church in Dyersburg conducted by Dr. David Russell. Graveside services will follow at 3:00 pm at Gibson County Memory Gardens in Humboldt. Pallbearers will be Cole Shelton, Sam Bradshaw, Jake Bradshaw, Brandon Cole, Robert Fly, Jerry "Bud" Cole, Jr., Jeff Holt and Paul Hart. Honorary pallbearers will be J.S. Boyd, David Hayes and James Hunt. The Cole family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 am until service time Saturday in the Chapel of First United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Annette Cole of Dyersburg, one daughter, Debbie Bradshaw-Hart and husband Paul of Dyersburg, one sister, Sara Jane Fly of Medina, one brother, Ronnie Cole and wife Jane of Dyersburg and three grandsons, Cole Shelton and wife Ellen, Sam Bradshaw and Jake Bradshaw. He was preceded in death by his parents Champ and Beadie Cole and 1 brother Jerry Cole, Sr. The family requests memorials be directed to the Music Fund at First United Methodist Church, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Saturday, March 9th, 2013 10:00 am - 01:00 pm First United Methodist Church 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, March 9th, 2013 01:00 pm First United Methodist Church 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Saturday, March 9th, 2013 03:00 pm Gibson County Memory Gardens 85 Milan Hwy, Humboldt TN 38343

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Betty Hughes

March 06, 2013

Betty Sue Hughes, 74 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (3-6-13)in the Dyersburg Regional Hospital, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late R. C. and the late Myra Lee (Cone) McAlister. She was a Factory Employee, employed by Tupperware. Mrs. Hughes was a member of Halls Assembly of God. Survived by her husband: Bobby Joe Hughes, three daughters: Teresa (Sammy) Cannon of Halls, TN, Virginia (Mike) Taylor of Oakland, TN, Lora (Mike) Grear of Oakland, TN and one son: Danny (Alice) Hughes of Halls, TN Sister of three sisters: Myra (Pete) Mayfield of Alamo, TN, Helen Kirkpatrick of Ripley, TN, Jeanette Gilliland of Frog Jump and one brother: Sterling McAlister of Halls, TN She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Friends may call Friday (3-8-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday (3-9-13) at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls.

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James Edward "Pete" Bizzle

March 31, 1930 – March 06, 2013

James Edward "Pete" Bizzle, 82, of Ripley, died Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at his residence.

He was a retired boiler plant supervisor at West Tennessee High Security, where he worked for 33 years, member of Macedonia Baptist Church in Ripley and played in the Milwaukee Braves Farm System.

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Carroll Manring

June 24, 1933 – March 04, 2013

Mr. Carroll Manring, 79, of West Chicago, IL, died Monday, March 4, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was a retired machinist with Caterpillar. He is survived by his wife, Eloise Manring of West Chicago, IL, 3 sons, Kevin Manring and Jeff Manring, both of Illinois, Richard Manring of Dyersburg, TN and 1 grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents Willie and Inez Sons Manring. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Viewing , TN

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Jerrie Jackson

March 03, 2013

"Jerrie Gail" Jackson, 57 of Halls, TN, died Sunday (3-4-13) at her residence in Halls, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, she was the daughter of the late Jerry Horner and Joan Gail (Smith) VanDyke of Halls,TN. She was a Cook Survived by one son: P. J. Jackson of Gadsden, TN Daughter of Joan Gail (Smith) VanDyke Sister of two sisters: Tracie Canfield of Halls, TN, Deb Smith of Jackson, TN Step mother, Carolyn Horner of Halls, TN; grandmother, Aline Smith of Halls, TN; and 2 Grandsons; She also leaves a Companion Who Lived With Her, David Gibson of Halls, TN Friends may call Tuesday (3-5-13) from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday (3-6-13) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Don Earl Morgan

September 01, 1930 – March 02, 2013

Don Earl Morgan, 82, of Huntingdon, died Saturday, March 2, 2013 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

He was a retired factory employee for Dyersburg Fabrics, where he worked for 32 years, an avid gardener and an U.S. Army Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. He was a Presbyterian.

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