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Billy Carl Weaver, Sr.

May 13, 1932 – May 29, 2013

Billy Carl Weaver, Sr., 81, of Hayti, MO, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at his residence.

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Jo Nell Norman

January 12, 1934 – May 26, 2013

Jo Nell Norman, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2013 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living Center.

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Violet Howell "Noots" Van Hooser

March 05, 1938 – May 25, 2013

Violet Howell "Noots" Van Hooser, 75, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Carolyn Moore

November 21, 1933 – May 23, 2013

Carolyn Lanez White Moore, 79 of Gates, TN, died Thursday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Mrs. Carolyn was born to Jessie Mai Reeves White and Harry Wade White on November 21, 1933 . Born a twin, she and her sisters Carley and Barbara still live less than 3 miles apart. Carolyn and her late husband William Harold Moore owned and operated Moore Farms for more than 40 years in Lauderdale and Haywood Counties. She was a lifelong member of the Concord United Methodist Church. Mrs. Moore leaves two sons: Michael H.( Donna) Moore and Chuck (Shelia) Moore of Gates,TN; two daughters: Alice (Randy) Moore Hardy of Holiday, FL and Shirley (Mike) Robison of Gates,TN; 6 grandchildren; Jon Michael Moore (deceased), Kristen(John) Moore Beasley of Gates, Megan Robison of Gates, Britney Moore of Gates, and Alicia Hardy and Anna Hardy of Georgia; two great-grandson, Brecken and Ethan Beasley of Gates; two sisters; Carley (James) Savage and Barbara (Norman) Layne, both of Gates,TN. Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm. on Friday (5-24-13) at the Halls Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Saturday (5-25-13) at the Concord United Methodist Church. Burial will be in the Concord Cemetery near Gates,TN. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be made to the Concord United Methodist Church Building Fund

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Marguerite Louise Huffstutter

May 18, 1922 – May 22, 2013

Marguerite Huffstutter, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at her residence.

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Sylvia Burns

May 21, 2013

Sylvia Inez Burns, 93 of Halls, TN, died Tuesday (5-21-12) in the Ripley Healthcare And Rehab, Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late H. C."Cornelius" and the late Pearl (Thurmond) Moore. She was a Homemaker and Farmer Survived by one daughter: Sylvia Gray of Halls, TN and one son: Thomas "Lynn" Burns of Halls, TN Predeceased by her Husband, Mose Tommy Burns, Daughter, Betty Jane Burns, brother, Laverne Moore, Sister, Trucella Spence, Sister, Vera Thurmond, Sister, Fredonia Kirby, Sister, Nita Caseo, Grandchildren: Donald Reece, Brad Burns, Michelle Clark and Daniel Gray. Friends may call Thursday (5-23-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Friday (5-24-13) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Friday in Concord Cemetery, Gates.

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Paula Turnbo

June 15, 1971 – May 21, 2013

Paula Turnbo, 41, of Newbern, died Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 23, 2013 Graveside at McCullough's Chapel Cemetery conducted by Reverend Don Williams. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by 2 daughters, Sheila Marie Gilbert and husband Bradley of Dyersburg, Samantha Bryant of Newbern, 1 son Johnathan Bryant of Newbern, 1 sister, Marie Walker and husband Jerry, 2 brothers, Robert Turnbo and Wesley Turnbo, all of Dyersburg and 3 grandchildren, Jayce Diezel Gilbert, Brandi Nichole Moore and Chyenne Page Bryant. She was preceded in death by her parents Robert Thomas and Sheila Kirk Turnbo. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 10:00 am McCullough's Chapel Cemetery McCullough Chapel Rd, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Danny Lynn Rogers

May 05, 1949 – May 20, 2013

Danny Rogers, 64, of RoEllen, died Monday, May 20, 2013 at his residence. He was a retired worker for the City of Dyersburg Street Department. Funeral services for Mr. Rogers will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Graveside at the Rogers Private Cemetery with Reverend Loren Stephens officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be his nephews. The Rogers family will receive visitors 5:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday, May 21st at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife Kathy Ann Rogers of RoEllen, 3 daughters Angie Brasfield, Jennifer Taylor and husband Terry, Sharron Rogers, all of Dyersburg, 2 brothers Thomas Rogers and Larry Rogers, both of Dyersburg and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Bobby Rogers, M.T. Rogers, Jimmy Rogers and his parents Ottis and Kathleen Rogers. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, May 21st, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013 11:00 am Rogers Private Cemetery 47 Jake Mallard Rd, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Tonya Gail Dotson

September 09, 1974 – May 19, 2013

Tonya Gail Dotson, 38, of Obion, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City.

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Alex Lee Dotson

July 20, 2003 – May 19, 2013

Alex Lee Dotson, 9, of Obion, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City.

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Billy Berry

May 18, 2013

Billy Winston Berry, 79 of Dyersburg, TN, died Saturday (5-18-13) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Tiptonville, TN, he was the son of the late John Frank and the late Maudie Viola (Salmon) Berry. He was an employee for Harts Bread and Anderson Hickey Mfg. Mr. Berry was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ Survived by his wife: Judy Paulette (Vaden) Berry: three daughters: Gail Berry Frazier of Dyersburg, TN, Julie Berry Tucker of Dyersburg, TN, Chanon Berry Conrad of Ripley, TN Brother of three sisters: Ochanon Kirkpatrick of Tiptonville, TN, Mildred Baltezor of Tiptonville TN, Connie Sue Parker of Tiptonville, TN and two brothers: J. L. Berry of Tiptonville, TN, Marcus Berry of Tiptonville, TN He also is survived by 6 grandchildren Predeceased by his son, Billy Winston Berry Jr. Friends may call Monday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Concord Cemetery, Gates. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to St. Jude American Cancer Society

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Madge R. Massey Moore

June 05, 1927 – May 18, 2013

Madge R. Massey Moore, age 85 of 12809 Woodbury Drive, Plymouth, Indiana passed away at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday May 18, 2013 at her home in Plymouth. Madge was born on June 5, 1927 in Dyersburg, Tennessee to David and Lula Hawkins Massey. She became the bride of Paul Moore who passed away in 1986 while they were living in Colorado Springs, Colorado. After Paul's passing, Madge moved to Plymouth to be closer to her family. Madge retired from many years of office accounting, she also enjoyed her membership in the Women of the Moose Lodge 1355 in Plymouth. Madge is survived by her son, Paul David Moore of Plymouth; her niece, Shari Massey Whitener of Plymouth; sister, Erma (Dale) Stephenson of Gladwin, Michigan; Madge is preceded in death by her husband Paul; her parents, David and Lula Hawkins Massey; her sister, Christine Swain and her brother Billy (Bill) Massey. Funeral services are private. Online condolences can be given on our website - www.curryfuneral.com or on Van Gilder Funeral home website - www.vangilderfuneralhome.com. Viewing , TN

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Bonnie M. Smith

February 25, 1932 – May 17, 2013

Bonnie M. Smith, 81, of Tiptonville, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2013 at Baptist Hospital in Union City.

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Lanita Henson

May 14, 2013

Lanita Sue Henson, 61 of Frog Jump,TN ( Halls, TN), died Tuesday (5-14-13) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Crockett Co., TN, she was the daughter of the late J. L. and Reba Sue (Baker) Garrett. She was a Homemaker and caregiver. Survived by her husband: Thomas Eugene Henson, one daughter: Jennifer L. Holland of Halls, TN and two sons: Tony (Ashley) Holland Jr. of Bells, TN, Timothy (Trina) Holland of Frog Jump, TN Daughter of Reba Sue (Baker) Garrett Sister of one sister: Regina (Gail) Tucker of Springville, TN and one brother: Michael (Donna) Garrett of Munford, TN She is also survived by 8 grandchildren Friends may call Thursday (5-16-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Friday (5-17-13) at 1:00 pm at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, , Halls Interment will be Friday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Paul Edward Tweedy, Jr.

June 11, 1940 – May 14, 2013

Paul Edward Tweedy, Jr., 72, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at King's Daughters and Sons Nursing Home in Bartlett. He was a retired engineer and member of First United Methodist Church. Funeral services for Mr. Tweedy will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 17, 2013 Graveside at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg with Reverend Robert Craig officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Tweedy family will receive visitors Friday, May 17th from 11:00 - 12:30 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his son Bob Tweedy and wife, Beth, of Bartlett and 2 grandchildren, Rebecca Tweedy and Kevin Tweedy. He was preceded in death by his wife Freddie May Mitchell Tweedy, 1 brother, Thomas Woodrow Tweedy and his parents Paul Edward Sr. and Ruby Tickle Tweedy. The family request memorials be directed to Parkinson's Disease Foundation, 1659 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, May 17th, 2013 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Friday, May 17th, 2013 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Janice Mitchell Jones

May 12, 2013

Janice Mitchell Jones, 75, of Meridian, MS., formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Anderson Hospital in Meridian, MS.

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Haiden Colvin

May 10, 2013

Haiden Lynn Colvin, infant son of Cody Lynn Colvin and Tori Pease of Halls, TN, died Friday in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. He was born in Dyersburg, TN, He was survived by his parents; Cody Lynn Colvin and Tori Pease, of Halls,TN Brother of one sister: Tatum Michelle Colvin of Halls, TN Grandmother, Leslie Michelle Perry of Union City, TN; grandfather, Michael Pease of Halls, TN; grandmother, Pamala Michelle Jackson of Halls, TN; grandfather, James Thomas Colvin Jr. of Halls, TN; grandfather, Billy Joe Reece of MS; Great Grandmother, Rosemary Turnbow of Halls, TN; Great Grandfather, James W. Garrett of Union City, TN; Great Grandfather, Billy Wayne Littles of Ripley, TN; Great Grandfather, James Thomas Colvin Sr. of Ripley, TN; Great Great Grandmother, Francis Hertog of Ripley, TN Predeceased by his Grandparents, Jimmy And Patsy Thompson Friends may call Wednesday from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Memorial service will be held Wednesday at 10:30 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls

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Donald Lee Taylor

August 27, 1929 – May 10, 2013

Donald Lee Taylor, 83, of Ridgely, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

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Charles Cherry,

October 03, 1990 – May 09, 2013

Halls,TN-Charles Steven Cherry Jr. "Charley" Charley, 22, was born October 3, 1990. He passed away in his home on Thursday, May 9, 2013. Charley was a student at Freed-Hardeman University, Henderson, Tennessee where he was a member of College Republicans. He was a member of Maury City Church of Christ. He is survived by his parents, Steve and Cindy Cherry, one sister Lauren Cherry all of Jackson, TN. Grandmother Perrilyn Williams Cherry of Ripley, TN, and great-grandmother Mrs. Violet Williams of Ripley, TN . He was preceded in death by grandparents Charles Arron Cherry and Oneal and Maxine Booker all of Ripley, TN. Pallbearers selected to service are: Hunter Yoches, Luke Dendis, Klyne Fawcett, Zack Wilson, Blake Brewster, Vance Brewster Jr., Acie Pike and Jason Chrestman. Visitation will be Sunday, May 11 th, from 4-8 p.m. at the Ripley Church of Christ. Memorial service will be held at Ripley Church of Christ on Monday at 2 p.m. Stephen Sutton, Robert Taylor Jr. , Justin Paschall and David Snell will be officiating . Interment will be at Gates Cemetery.

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James Thedford Brown

April 01, 1935 – May 08, 2013

James Thedford Brown, 78, of Fountain Valley, CA, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Orange Coast Memorial Hospital in Fountain Valley, CA.

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Robert Paul "R.P." Richardson

July 19, 1920 – May 06, 2013

Robert Paul "R.P." Richardson, 92, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Hardin Medical Center in Savannah, TN.

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Debbie Kay Bryson

October 20, 1962 – May 05, 2013

Debbie Kay Bryson, 50, of Dyersburg, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013 at her son's residence.

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Bessie B. Lay Walker

March 14, 1933 – May 05, 2013

Bessie B. Lay Walker, 80, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at her home. She was born on March 14, 1933 in Bogota, TN and was a retired farmer and landowner. She was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Bobby Walker, twin brother Jessie Lay and her parents Dan and Myrtle Eaton Lay. Funeral services for Mrs. Walker will be at 11:00 am Wednesday, May 8, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Don Layman officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Jeff Lay, Gary Cantrell, William Lay, Matthew Humphrey, Tucker Humphrey and Justin Humphrey. The Walker family will receive visitors 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the funeral home. She is survived her son Noel Gene Walker and wife Debbie of Bogota, 5 step-grandchildren, sister Dorothy Cantrell and son Gary Cantrell, sister in law Rachel Lay and son Jeffery Lay, brother Cleo and Bonnie Lay and daughter Susan Dew, Daniel P. Lay, wife Rubye Lee and daughters Amy Humphrey and Sandra Bennett, sister Leo Hunt, husband S.T. and 2 daughters, Marsha, Laura and son Danny, brother Billy Lay. The family request memorials be directed to Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1002, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1002. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, May 8th, 2013 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Robert Patton

May 04, 2013

Robert Darrell "Bobby" Patton, 78 Halls, TN, died Friday (5-3-13) in the Crockett County Nursing Home, Alamo, TN. Born in Laurel Co. KY, he was the son of the late Frank and the late Anna (Krahenbuhl) Patton. He was a Electrical Utilities construction employee. Survived by his wife: Janet Ruth (Crihfield) Patton, one daughter: Nancy Amelia Greene of Ripley, TN and two sons: Robert Darrell Patton Jr. of Halls, TN, Jason Edd Patton of Halls, TN Brother of two sisters: Christine Gunter of Amelia, OH, Katherine Clark of Clarksville, OH and two brothers: David Patton of Goshen, OH, Frank Patton of Goshen, OH He is also survived by 3 grandchildren Friends may call Sunday (5-5-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday (5-6-13) at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Monday in Enon Cemetery, Halls.

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Debra Ann Martin

August 03, 1966 – May 04, 2013

Debra Ann Martin, 46, of Halls, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

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Loretta Williams

December 17, 1940 – May 03, 2013

Loretta "Day" Walker Williams, 72, of Tiptonville, TN died Friday, May 3, 2013 at her residence. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be at 12 Noon, Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Curry Funeral Home in Dyersburg with Mr. David Dunn officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Bobby Joe Sneed, Jeffery Sneed, Taylor Sneed, Austin Sneed, Burt Dunavant, Bradley Davis and Marvin "Elk" Shaw. The Williams family will receive visitors 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Monday, May 6, 2013 at the funeral home. She is survived 1 daughter Sandy Sneed of Tiptonville, 1 step-daughter, Devona Williams of Tiptonville, 4 sons, Bobby Sneed of Tiptonville , Tim Sneed of Alexandria, VA, James Sneed of Tiptonville, Jeff Sneed of St. Louis, MO, 1 step-son, Kevin Williams of Munford, 4 sisters Barbara Dunavant, Libby Levelle, Charlene Revell, Peggy Halcomb, all of Ripley, 2 brothers, Thurston Walker and David Walker of Ripley, 13 grandchildren and19 great-grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husbands, Paul Williams and Tucker Sneed, 1 son, Billy Ray Sneed, 4 brothers, Joe Walker, C.H. Walker, Ray Walker, Hub Walker and her parents Charlie and Nancy Ann Walker. The family request memorials be directed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1161 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Monday, May 6th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 12:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Dixie Vaden Pitner

October 23, 1908 – May 02, 2013

Dixie Vaden Pitner, age 104, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

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Donald Noblin

May 01, 2013

Donald " Donny" Noblin, 77, of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (5-1-13) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson,TN Born in Cleveland, MS, he was the son of the late John Allen and the late Willie (Ardett) Noblin. He was a retired Master Welder for Trunk Line Gas Co. "Mr. Donny", as he was affectionately known, was also a retiree of the Town of Halls Gas and Water Dept. He was a Mason (Haller Lodge). Survived by his wife: Elizabeth Ann (Thornton) Noblin; one daughter: Donna Elizabeth Noblin Pugh of Halls, TN Brother of one sister: Peggy Ray Noblin Gone of Cleveland, MS Mr. Noblin is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Predeceased by his son, John Harvey Noblin, sister, Betty Sue Noblin Frothingham, brother, James Noblin Friends may call Saturday (5-4-13) from 11:30am until 3pm. at First Baptist Church in Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday (5-4-13) at 3:00 pm at First Baptist Church, Halls Interment will be Saturday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Harvey Walker Doyle

October 13, 1933 – April 29, 2013

Harvey Walker Doyle, 79, of Finley, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013 at his residence.

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Doug Williamson

October 04, 1931 – April 29, 2013

Doug Williamson, 81, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013 at his residence.

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Lillian Petty

December 05, 1924 – April 29, 2013

Lillian Petty, 88, of Tiptonville, TN died Monday, April 29, 2013 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center in Tiptonville. She was a member of the Tiptonville Church of Christ and a member of the Tiptonville Main Street Association. Graveside services for Mrs. Petty will be at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2013 at the Antioch Cemetery near Hornbeak, TN with Mr. Don Reel officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Petty family will receive visitors 1:00 - 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 2, 2013 at the Tiptonville Church of Christ. She is survived by her son, David Hayes Petty, Jr.; one brother, James Thomas Burrus, Jr. of Tiptonville; two grandchildren, Shaun Haywood and Laura Elizabeth Reed; and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Hayes Petty, Sr.; her parents, James Thomas and Fannie Nobles Burrus, Sr.; a sister, Laura Virginia Pique; and three brothers, Ralph Burrus, Ben Taylor Burrus and Robert Hale Burrus. The family request memorials be directed to the West Tennessee Children's Home, 170 Frank Latham Road, Pinson, TN 38366. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm Tiptonville Church of Christ 324 Walnut St, Tiptonville TN 38079 Graveside Service Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 02:30 pm Antioch Cemetery , Hornbeak TN 38232

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Harold VanCanneyt

April 28, 2013

Harold A. VanCanneyt of Munford, TN died April 28, 2013 at the age of 90. For 66 years he was husband to Sue VanCanneyt who preceded him in death; loving father of Hal VanCanneyt of Collierville, TN, Donna VanCanneyt of Bartlett, TN. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Williams. He is survived by seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and extended family and many friends who loved him and will miss him. He was a proud veteran of World War II and served his country for over twenty years. He retired as a Master Sergeant from the U.S. Army on August 1, 1961. He once shared with his children that he never expected to come back from serving in the Philippines, and every day since has just been a gift. That is the way he lived his life, grateful to God for every precious moment with loving family and friends. Funeral Service will be held at the Halls Funeral Home at 1pm. on Saturday May 4th. 2013.

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Patricia Ann Hays

September 07, 1954 – April 27, 2013

Patricia Ann Hays, 58, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at her residence.

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Linda L. Etheridge

October 10, 1950 – April 25, 2013

Linda L. Etheridge, 62, of Dyersburg died Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will follow in Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Etheridge family will receive visitors Saturday, April 27th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by 2 daughters Mary Ann Spears of Huntingdon, Katherine S. Pratt of Florida, 2 sisters Mary Ann Graham of Myrtle Beach, SC, Carolyn Poore of Columbia, SC, 1 brother of Chancy E. Prescott of Henning, 5 grandchildren and 1 great-granchild. She was preceded in death by her parents R.D. and Esther Reed Prescott. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Saturday, April 27th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, April 28th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Patricia Ann Cook Coker

August 31, 1956 – April 24, 2013

Patricia Ann Cook Coker, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

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Carmack Bennett

May 01, 1927 – April 24, 2013

Carmack Bennett, 85, of Lenox, TN died Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett. He was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ and an army veteran. Funeral services for Mr. Bennett will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Mr. Andy Brewer. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be church members of Phillips Street Church of Christ. The Bennett family will receive visitors Thursday, April 25th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by his brother Arthur Bennett of Newbern and several nieces and nephews. He is was preceded in death by his wife Frances Bennett, 3 sisters, Reba Hopper, Mae Thurmond, Ruth Pope, 2 brothers, Ray Bennett, Earl Bennett and his parents James William and Jennie Countess Bennett. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, April 25th, 2013 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 26th, 2013 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Sarah Terry

April 22, 2013

Sarah Katherine Terry, 77 of Alamo, TN, formerly of Halls, died Monday (4-22-13) at her residence in Alamo, TN. Born in DeFunicak Springs, FL, she was the daughter of the late David and the late Sallie Mae (Brackins) Adams. She was a Self Employed day care operator. Mrs. Terry was a member the South Fork Baptist Church. She was also a Director of WMU since 1985. Mrs. Terry was the widow of the Late William "Junior" Terry. She is survived by one son: William Terry Sr. of Alamo, TN She also leaves 5 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her Daughter, Linda Terry Long Friends may call Tuesday (4-23-13) from 5-8 at South Fork Baptist Church near Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday(4-24-13) at 3:00 pm at South Fork Baptist Church, Chesnut Bluff Rd., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in South Fork Cemetery, Halls. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to South Fork Baptist Church Building Fund, American Heart Association, or Breast Cancer Awareness.

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Greg A. Daffron

February 18, 1951 – April 22, 2013

Greg A. Daffron, 62, of Jackson, TN, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital due to complications from battling several illnesses. Mr. Daffron was born in Columbus, Indiana on February 18, 1951 to Ken and Frances Daffron, who both preceded him in death. He was an independent painting subcontractor. He leaves behind one son, Taylor Daffron and wife Cindy Daffron, both of Dyer; one sister, Lisa Ford and husband Kent of Dyersburg; two nephews, Jeff Ford and wife Lindsey of Dyersburg and Greg Ford and wife Jen of Covington, 1 great nephew, Hudson Ford and 3 great nieces, Ann Charlotte Ford, Evie Ford and Chandler Ford. A private memorial service will be held at a later date in Morganfield, KY. The family request any memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, P. O. Box 1002, Dyersburg, TN 38024. 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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Brenda Canada

August 06, 1946 – April 21, 2013

Brenda Canada, 66, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

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Katherine Clifton Dunivant

January 21, 1923 – April 21, 2013

Katherine Clifton Dunivant, 90, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

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Loretta Mae Willard

May 26, 1932 – April 20, 2013

Loretta Mae Willard, 80, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

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David Richardson

April 18, 2013

David Wayne Richardson, 48 of Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday in the Baptist Memorial Hospital East, Memphis, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Russell and the late Emma Sue (Davis) Richardson. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator, Survived by his wife: Sanda Richardson and two sons: Josh (Brandi Dean) Richardson of Dyersburg, TN, Jesse Richardson of Dyersburg, TN Brother of three sisters: Melody (Lanny) Tidwell of Halls, TN, Regina Rice of Dyersburg, TN, Tammy (James) Puckett of Dyersburg, TN and three brothers: Randy (Sue) Richardson of Hornbeak, TN, Marty Richardson of Dyersburg, TN, Robert Richardson of Dyersburg, TN Granddaughter, Kailey Richardson; granddaughter, Sofia Dean; Mother In Law, Virginia Gourley of Dyersburg, TN Friends may call Saturday (4-20-13) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Sunday (4-21-13) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Sunday in Mt. Vernon, Dyersburg.

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Joe Tidwell

April 17, 2013

Joe F. "Papa" Tidwell, Sr., 83 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-17-13) at his residence. Born in Finley, TN, he was the son of the late William Alexander and the late Dovie (Haney) Tidwell. Mr. Joe was also an avid gardener and carpenter. He was a member of the Dyer County Fair Association. Mr. Joe was instrumental in the planning and building of the "Sorghum Village" exhibit at the Dyer County Fairgrounds. Mr. Joe, being a barber by profession, was notably interested in the authenticity and furnishings of the "Barber's Shop" exhibit. Many of his barber shop antiques are still on display today. Survived by his wife: Janene Tidwell, three daughters: Lisa (Mike) Tidwell Baker of Dyersburg, TN, Krysta (Eric) Adams Evans of Halls, TN, Dana (Ronnie) Adams Walker of Halls, TN and one son: Joe "Little Joe" And (Kathy) Tidwell of Dyersburg, TN Brother of one sister: Susie (Buck) Moore of Finley, TN and one brother: Billy (Mildred) Tidwell of Dyersburg, TN Mr. Joe is also survived by 8 grandchildren, one of which he raised as his own; Emilee Ruth Moore. He also leaves 8 great grandchildren Predeceased by his Sister, Leedale Jones, Sister, Lousie Jones, brother, Elmer Tidwell, brother, Thelmer Tidwell, brother, Marvin Tidwell, brother, Tommy Tidwell .Visitation will be from 5-8pm. on Friday (4-19-13) at the First Baptist Church, 102 E. Tigrett St. Halls. Funeral service will be held Saturday (4-20-13) at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 102 E. Tigrett St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in Halls Cemetery, Halls. Pall bearers; Jeff Jones, Rickie Tidwell, Pat Moser, Danny Hurst, Phillip Tidwell

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Tommy Wray

April 17, 2013

Tommy Wayne Wray, 55 of (Frog Jump) Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-17-13) at his residence. Born in Alamo, TN, he was the son of the late William Thomas and the late Ruby (Fincher) Wray. He was a Heavy Equipment Operator, Survived by his wife: Carol (Toy) Wray Brother of two sisters: Judy Wray Bailey of Halls, TN, Beverly Wray Herron of Ripley, TN He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great nephews. Friends may call Friday (4-19-13) from 5-8 at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church,(Frog Jump) Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday (4-20-13) at 11:00 am at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, Halls Interment will be Saturday in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls.

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Dr. James Parker Green

November 18, 1927 – April 17, 2013

Dr. James Parker Green, 85, died on April 17, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Dyersburg, Tennessee on November 18, 1927, son of the late Parker and Anna Green. He graduated from Dyersburg High School and attended Vanderbilt University, where he was a member of Beta Theta Pi fraternity. After graduating from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, he entered the U.S. Army, serving as a 1st lieutenant in Korea and at Fort Hamilton, New York. Following his military service, he practiced general dentistry in Dyersburg for 48 years, receiving a Governor's award for his dental care of indigent children.

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Carolyn Burns

January 22, 1953 – April 17, 2013

Carolyn Burns, 60, died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Burns will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2013 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Burns family will receive visitors Friday beginning at 12 Noon until service time. She is survived by her husband Jerry Donald Burns, Sr. of Newbern, 1 daughter Lois Denise Saylors of Newbern, 6 sons Marshall Wade Rice, Tony Gene Rice, James Lee Burns, Jimmy Lee Burns, all of Dyersburg, Scotty Joe Twitty of Lebanon, KS, Jerry Donald Burns, III of Malden MO, 4 sisters Virginia Ann Hindman and Jerry Renia McMillin of Salina, KS, Rosie Luella Walker and Donna Janette Johnson, both of Caruthersville, MO, 3 brothers Lendell Joe Miller of Benton Heights, MI, Mickey Wayne Morris of Caruthersville, MO, Charles Lee Morris o f Bokerton, MO, 5 step-sons, Jerry Donald Burns, Jr., Donald Lynn Burns, Jeffrey Lynn Burns, Ronnie Joe Burns, all of Caruthersville,MO, Billy Ray Burns of Dyersburg, 31 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Ginger Ann Twitty, her brother Claude Daniel Morris and her parents John Henry and James O. Morris. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, April 19th, 2013 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, April 19th, 2013 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Gwila Cannon

April 16, 2013

Gwila Ann Cannon, 74 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday (4-16-13) at her residence in Halls, TN. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Elbert and the late Louise (Hart) Ozment. She was a Factory Employee, and a member of the Halls First Baptist Church. Survived by four daughters: Jackie (Tim) Brown of Hobe Sound, FL, Karen Potter of Halls, TN Lisa Caswell of Halls, TN, Donna Tucker of Halls, TN 5 grandchildren3 great grandchildren Predeceased by her brother, Phillip Leslie Ozment Memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.

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Brenda Clark

April 14, 2013

Brenda Faye Clark, 67 of Ripley, passed on Sunday (4-14-13) in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Ashport, TN, she was the daughter of the late Bill and the late Marie (Baggett) Frye. She was a Homemaker, Mrs. Clark was a member of Ashport Baptist Church Survived by two daughters: Paula Adkins of Ripley, TN, Gail Thurmond of Ripley, TN. Sister of three sisters: Peggy Spray of Ripley, TN, Shelia McCage of Ripley, TN, Deborah Butler of Ripley, TN 6 grandchildren 8 great grandchildren Predeceased by her Husband, Charles Clark, brother, Ronald Frye Friends may call Tuesday (4-16-13) from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Graveside services will be held Wednesday (4-17-13) at 2:00 pm at Lightfoot Cemetery, Wade Hunter Rd., Ripley Interment will be Wednesday in Lightfoot Cem., Ripley.

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