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Shawna Jane Rowsell

November 01, 2012

Shawna Jane Rowsell, 25, of Halls, TN, died Thursday in, Gates, TN. Born in Omaha, NE, she was the daughter of Tammy Jane (Hawley) Rowsell. She was a Homemaker. Survived by three daughters: Savannah Clements of Halls, TN, Skylir Clements of Halls, TN, Makayla Clements of Halls, TN Sister of two brothers: Brandon Rowsell of Omaha, NE, Casey Rowsell of Omaha, NE Fiance', Troy Clements of Halls, TN; grandfather, Larry Hawley of Omaha, NE; Great Aunt, Alice Pence of Meriden, KS; step sister, Kimberly Booker of Halls, TN; step father, Jody Booker Predeceased by her grandmother, Alice Jane Hawley. Private services will be held at a later date.

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Arthur Joy Slaughter

December 13, 1942 – November 01, 2012

Arthur Joy Slaughter, 69, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Jackson Regional Hospital.

He was a retired salesman for Wonder Bread from 1965 - 2000, member of Church of Christ, worked several years as a butcher and an U.S. Army Veteran of Vietnam War.

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James Earl Barron

November 18, 1963 – October 31, 2012

James Earl Barron, 48, of Decatur, AL, formerly of Lenox, died Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS.

He was a truck driver for Frawley & Schilling Trucking Company.

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Cleveland Ulysses Clendennin

November 18, 1929 – October 30, 2012

Cleveland Ulysses "Gramps" Clendennin, 82, of Halls, died Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired tool and die maker for Sylvania and J. & J. Cupples, member of Three Oaks Baptist Church and an U.S. Air Force Veteran of Korean War.

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Ron Walley

May 10, 1956 – October 28, 2012

Mr. Ron Walley, 56, of Tiptonville, TN died Sunday, October 28, 2012 at his residence in Tiptonville. He was a member of Mt. Arart Presbyterian Church in Troy. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 31, 2012 in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Larry Byasse officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery in Hornbeak. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday evening from 5 until 8 p.m. in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home. Survivors include two sons, Chad Walley and Chet Walley, both of Murfreesboro, Tn.; two sisters, Marie Lynn of Tiptonville and Martha Knopp of Alabama; one brother, Tim Walley of Dyersburg; and 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Walley and Berthal Ward. Pallbearers will be Chad Harris, Bryant Montgomery, Robert Walley, Alford Lynn, Danny Walley, T. J. Walley, Adam McCoy, and Terrance Kempfer, Mike Crouch, Mark Crouch, Paul Cole and Joey Watkins. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, October 30th, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Wednesday, October 31st, 2012 11:00 am Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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John Hurt

October 27, 2012

John William Hurt, 77 of Halls, TN, died Saturday (10-27-12)in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. Born in Blytheville , AR, he was the son of the late William L and the late Myrtle (Nolen) Hurt. He was a factory employee, Survived by two daughters: Priscilla Hurt of FL, Carol Hurt of Dyersburg, TN and three sons: Jason Hurt of Ripley, TN, Dewayne Hurt of Mayflower, AR, Jeffrey Hurt of Halls, TN Brother of one sister: Neldean Ellsworth of Verona, MI and one brother: George Hurt of Ripley, TN Mr. Hurt is also survived by 5 Grandchildren. The family will hold a private service at a later date. The family requests that any memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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Annie Mae Pruitt

October 27, 1927 – October 26, 2012

Annie Mae Pruitt, 84, of Dyersburg, died Friday, October 26, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired factory employee with Heckethorn Manufacturing and a member of Ft. Hudson Baptist Church.

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Don Lamar Carson

November 02, 1933 – October 25, 2012

Don Carson, 78, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, October 25, 2012 at his residence.

He was a retired salesman for Cooper Tires in Memphis, attended Second Baptist Church, graduate of Harrison Chilhowee Baptist Academy, member of Dyersburg Moose Lodge, U.S. Air Force Veteran and a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

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Olive Mary Uselton

May 27, 1932 – October 24, 2012

Mrs. Olive Mary Poole Uselton, 80, of Dyersburg, formerly of London, England, died Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center in Dyersburg. She was a retail clerk with Rice Food Markets of Houston, Tx. and Penguin U.S.A. of Newbern, Tn. and a homemaker. No public services or visitation are planned. Interment will be in Roellen Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include her husband, Monroe Uselton; one sister, Eileen Attridge of Forest Hill, London, England; one brother, Leonard Poole of Bridgewater, England; and several nieces and nephews, all of London, England. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Louise Poole, and a nephew, Daniel Poole, all of London, England. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Viewing , TN

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Martha Frances McCanless

May 02, 1931 – October 22, 2012

Mrs. Martha McCanless, 81, of Dyersburg, died Monday, October 22, 2012 at Bailey Park Community Living Center in Humboldt. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. McCanless will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 24, 2012 in the chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Adam Thompson and Cari Buchanan. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include two sons, Jerry Wayne Thompson and wife, Shirley, of Humboldt and Danny Lynn Thompson and wife, Anita, of Newbern; one sister, Carolyn McDonald of Finley; three brothers, Hershell Simpson of Finley, Bill Simpson of Covington, and Benny Simpson of South Carolina; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy McCanless; her parents, Hershell and Rebbie Hill Simpson; one son, Eddie Thompson; two sisters, Glenda Patterson and Mary Hudson; and two brothers, Charles Simpson and Ray Simpson. Pallbearers will be Billy Daniels, Ricky Daniels, Randy Carlisle, Art McDonald, Stenson Hughes, and Gregg Thompson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, October 23rd, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, October 24th, 2012 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Hazel Hazel Warren Cash

July 10, 1921 – October 21, 2012

Hazel L. Warren Cash, more affectionately known as "Momma Hazel" 91 of Gates, TN, died Sunday (10-21-12) in Gates, TN. Born in Crockett Co., TN, she was the daughter of the late John Franklin and the late Birdie E. (Cleek) Jackson. She was a Homemaker, Survived by three daughters: Betty Dancy Burks of Gates, TN, Diane Dancy Stacey of Gates, TN, Brenda Dancy Carter of Gates, TN and four sons: Boe (Shirley) Dancy of Gates, TN, Gary C. Dancy of Butler, TN, Jerry A. Warren of Halls, TN, Mike (Judy) Warren of Gates, TN Sister of two sisters: Maurine Jackson Haas of Clifton, NJ, Shirley Jackson Greenway of Brownsville, TN and three brothers: Marvin Jackson of Brownsville, TN, Ray Jackson of Halls, TN, Jimmy Jackson of Ripley, TN She is also survived by 19 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother, John Jackson, brother, Eugene F. Jackson, Sister, Lillian Jackson, Grandchild , William Christopher Smith Friends may call Tuesday (10-23-12) from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday (10-24-12) at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Wednesday in Gates Cemetery, Gates.

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Stephen R. Gunter

December 04, 1961 – October 20, 2012

Stephen R. Gunter, age 50, of Halls, died on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at the Med in Memphis, Tennessee.

He was born on December 4, 1961 at Milan Hospital to Alvin R. and Gloria D. Gunter. He grew up in a parsonage home across West Tennessee and Western Kentucky. He joined the Oak Level Church where he professed his faith in Jesus Christ in August 1972. He graduated from Covington High School, in Covington, Tennessee. He served in the U.S. Army during Desert Storm as a radio operator. He married Heather Shupe and from this union came two children, Austin and Elizabeth Gunter. Later he came to the Dyersburg area and worked for the Dyersburg Housing Authority where he worked until his untimely death on October 20. He was a member of Finley United Methodist Church.

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Jane Patterson Phillips

May 19, 1930 – October 19, 2012

Jane Patterson Phillips, 82, of Ridgely died Friday, October 19, 2012 at her residence. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Phillips will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, October 21, 2012 Graveside at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely conducted by Reverend David Gray and Reverend Jack Henry. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Larry Paschal, Rob Shaw, Robert Shull, Jackie Flowers, Dwight Shull and Mike Parker. Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Bargery, Ed Sumara, Terry Jamison and Jimmy Eddlemon. The Patterson family will receive visitors Saturday, October 20th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by 4 sons, Steve Patterson and wife Susan of Henderson, Benjamin Patterson of Tiptonville, Kent Patterson and wife Amanda and Trent Patterson, all of Ridgely, 1 brother Buddy Baker of Dyersburg and 3 grandchildren, Forrest Patterson, Alaina Gant and Jonathan Patterson. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Otha Nelson Patterson and William H. "Bill" Phillips, her grandson, Matthew Patterson, her sister Charlotte Rice and 2 brothers James Jasper Baker and Toby Baker. The family requests memorials be directed to First Baptist Church Children's Fund, 300 South Main, Ridgely, TN 38080. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Saturday, October 20th, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Sunday, October 21st, 2012 02:00 pm Graveside-New Haven Cemetery Madie Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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Alvon Glenn "Pawpaw" Cariker

June 02, 1937 – October 17, 2012

Alvon Glenn "PawPaw" Cariker, 75, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at his residence.

He was a former maintenance superintendant at Gulf Coast Grain Company and a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church.

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Charlene Etheridge Dudley

January 20, 1943 – October 16, 2012

Charlene Etheridge Dudley, 69, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired co-owner of Dyersburg Piano Company and Storage and a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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Hubert Vernon Alexander, Sr.

January 04, 1925 – October 14, 2012

Hubert Vernon Alexander, Sr., 87, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, October 14, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired maintenance mechanic for Goodyear, member of Dyersburg Church of God of Prophecy and an U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII.

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Arthur Phillip Sloan

October 12, 2012

Arthur Phillip Sloan, 63 of Tiptonville, TN, formerly of Halls, TN, died Friday in the Dyersburg Regional Medical Center, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Ft. Smith, AR, he was the son of the late James Lewis and the late Mary Ida (Milligan) Sloan. He was a caregiver. Survived by his wife: Betty Sloan and predeceased by his brother, James Sloan, Jr., brother, Kenneth Lee Sloan. Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 13, 2012, at 4:00 pm at Greenhill Memorial Gardens in Halls

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Jimmy "Elvis" Davis Hall

October 12, 1960 – October 12, 2012

Jimmy "Elvis" Davis Hall, 52, of Ridgely, died Friday, October 12, 2012 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Elbridge Cemetery with the Rev. Clayton Mahan officiating. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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Tony Goff

May 12, 1962 – October 12, 2012

Tony Goff, 50, of Newbern died Friday, October 12, 2012 at his brother's residence. He was a painter and a member of City Gates Church. Funeral services for Mr. Goff will be Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Clay Nash officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Michael Goff, Todd Seiber, T.J. Sieber, Eric Seiber, Kenneth Godsey and Ed Harvey. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 17th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. He is survived by a daughter, Tabitha Goff of West Yellowstone, Montana, 4 sons, Joshua Goff and Tony Goff of Tempe AZ, Travis Goff of Mesa, AZ, Anthony Goff of Trenton, 3 sisters Terry Aqqad and husband Mohamed of Tampa, FL, Kathy Goff of Rogers, Arkansas, Mary Elizabeth Goff of Newbern, 1 brother Michael Goff and wife Michelle of Newbern and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond Earl and Shirley Jean Goff and 1 sister Sandra D. Goff. The family requests memorials be directed to City Gates Church. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Wednesday, October 17th, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funera Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Thursday, October 18th, 2012 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Rachel Erwin Hong

October 10, 2012

Rachel Marie Hong, 95, of Troy, TN, died Wednesday in the Union City Manor, Union City, TN. Born in Halls, TN, she was the daughter of the late Mardis and the late Ina May (Sanders) Erwin. She was a retired supermarket owner. Survived by sister of three sisters: Peggy Gillenwater of South Fulton, KY, Nancy (Tommy) Nix of Halls, TN, Mildred (Elvie) Childress of Troy, TN and one brother: Thomas (Lora Ann) Erwin of Maury City, TN. Step son, Paul (Linda) Chow of CA; step son, Joe Chow of NY; several grandchildren; several Great Grandchildren. Predeceased by her Husband, Joe Hong Friends may call Friday from 5p.m. until 8p.m. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Saturday in Greenhill Memorial Gardens, Halls.

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Herschel Wallace Wood

May 24, 1930 – October 07, 2012

Herschel Wallace Wood, 82, of Spring Hill, TN formerly of the Miston Community, died Sunday, October 7, 2012 at The Arbors at Willow Springs in Spring Hill. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. He is survived by 2 daughters, Pam Wood of Knoxville, Rebecca Jackson and husband Martin of Gardnerville NV, 1 son John Wood and wife Barbara of Nashville, 1 sister, Oralee Ashcraft of Newbern and 2 grandchildren Brian Jackson and Hayden Wood. He was preceded in death by his parents Herschel William and Gladys Wallace Wood. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Rickie Allen Anderson

December 31, 1955 – October 06, 2012

Rickie Allen Anderson, 56, of Downers Grove, IL, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, October 6, 2012 at his residence.

He was a machinist.

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Woodrow Francis Cook

October 21, 1941 – October 05, 2012

Woodrow Francis Cook, 70, of Samburg, died Friday, October 5, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was an employee of Georgia Gulf Corporation, graduate of University of Memphis, avid hunter and outdoorsman, former professional bull rider and worked for Federal Wildlife Resource Agencies from Maryland to California.

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John Dennis Breece

May 01, 1960 – October 05, 2012

John Dennis Breece, 52, of Dyersburg, died Friday, October 5, 2012 at his residence.

He was a senior technician for Tenaris and a veteran of the United States Army.

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Jessica Lynne Screws

May 03, 1964 – October 02, 2012

Jessica Lynne Screws, 48, of Springville, formerly of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville.

She was a homemaker.

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Chance River Howard Hopper

April 01, 2008 – October 02, 2012

Chance River Howard Hopper, age 4, of Tiptonville, passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at Baptist Hospital in Union City.

He attended Lakeview Baptist Church in Tiptonville.

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Jimmy Clyde Harber, Sr.

January 28, 1950 – October 02, 2012

Jimmy Clyde Harber, Sr., 62, of Friendship died Tuesday, October 02, 2012 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was a retired truck driver and a member of Dyersburg First Assembly of God. Funeral services for Mr. Harber will be at 2:00 pm Monday, October 8, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Pastor Stephen Stoner. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Sunday, October 7th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include his fiance' Donna Hay of Friendship, 1 daughter, Angela Walton & husband Shane of Covington, 4 sons, Nathan Corey Harber of Memphis, Jimmy C. Harber, Jr. and wife Windie of Dyersburg, Brandon Humphrey of Alamo, Trevor Hay of Bonicord and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Clyde Mar Harber and Nellie Frances Jackson. The family requests memorials be directed to Dyersburg First Assembly of God, 730 East Court Street, Dyersburg, TN 38025 Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, October 7th, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, October 8th, 2012 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Eddie Eugene Modlin,

September 27, 2012

Eddie Eugene Modlin, Jr., 47 of Halls, TN, died Thursday in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. Born in Ripley, TN, he was the son of Eddie Eugene and the late Patricia Ann (Adkins) Modlin, Sr. He was a Factory Employee. He was survived by his father Eddie Eugene Modlin, Sr. and grandmother, Annie Henson. He was predeceased by his brother, Thomas William Modlin. Friends may call Friday from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 1:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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James L. White

April 05, 1944 – September 27, 2012

James L. White, 68, of Ridgely, died Thursday, September 27, 2012 at his residence.

He was a farmer for Paschall Farms, where he worked for 35 years, member of Willingham Baptist Church in the Madie Community and an avid fisherman.

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George Emile Cox, Jr.

July 08, 1944 – September 25, 2012

George Emile Cox, Jr., 68, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired security guard, attended The Sanctuary and a veteran of the U.S. Army.

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Raymond L. Hutson

April 10, 1934 – September 24, 2012

Raymond L. Hutson, 78, of Dyersburg, died Monday, September 24, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired manager for Dyersburg Fabrics and Trenton Mills, member of First Presbyterian Church, where he served as a deacon, elder and Sunday School Teacher, now serves as Elder Emeritus and a Veteran of U.S. Army.

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John Wayne Essary

September 24, 2012

John Wayne Essary, 73, of Lebanon, formerly of Dyersburg, died Monday, September 24, 2012 at his residence.

He was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Lebanon, loved to shoot pool and dance the two step at Lebanon Senior Citizens Center and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp.

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Peggy Joyce Daniel

April 02, 1935 – September 23, 2012

Peggy Joyce Daniel, 77, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, September 23, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired co-owner of Daniel & Son Amusement Company, member and former treasurer at Springhill Baptist Church and a former employee of Colonial Rubber Works.

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Donald Wayne Sutton

July 20, 1947 – September 23, 2012

Donald Wayne Sutton, 65, of Tatumville, died Sunday, September 23, 2012 at his residence.

He was an environmental supervisor for the State of Tennessee, where he worked for 40 years, member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg, a Mason, member of Tennessee Environmental Health Association, a former Boy Scout Leader and a former Shriner.

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Mary A. Harris

August 18, 1926 – September 19, 2012

Mary Harris, 86, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Regional Hospital in Jackson. She was a retired clerk and a former employee of H.I.S. in Tiptonville. Funeral services for Mrs. Harris will be at 2:00 pm Sunday, September 23, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Henry L. Callison. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until service time Sunday at Curry Funeral Home. Survivors include 1 daughter Doris Ham and husband Donnie of Dyersburg, 4 sons, Henry Harris, Jr. of Mt. Pleasant, TX, Phil Harris and wife Diane of Greenbrier, TN, Dwight Harris of Dyersburg, Lee Harris and wife Doneida of Friendship, 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and cousins Ruby Baker of Tiptonville and Marie Smith of Union City. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Harris, Sr., her parents Hunter and Wilma Callison Gray, 1 brother Ray Gray and a grandson Thomas Kennon Harris. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, September 23rd, 2012 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, September 23rd, 2012 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Agnes Davis Ham

September 19, 1935 – September 17, 2012

Mrs. Agnes Davis Ham, 76, of Dyersburg, TN died Monday, September 17, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a Baptist and was retired from Sylvania Corporation. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2012 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Perry Grills and Bro. Mac Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in Everetts Chapel Cemetery near McKenzie. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday evening from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Curry Funeral Home Survivors include four daughters, Vicky Hardin of Newbern, Edith Bevis of Union City, Joan Baker of Springville, TN, and Nancy Jernigan of Dyersburg; two sons, Jimmy Davis of Camden and Mike Davis of Trimble; two sisters, Peggy Cornwell of Wynne, Arkansas and Evie Lou Haney of McKenzie; four brothers, Billy Burlison of Cumberland City, TN, Jackie Burlison of Huntingdon, Clyde Burlison of Camden, and R. C. Burlison of New Johnsonville, TN; 17 grandchildren, 26 great-grandcildren, and special friend Anderson "Bill" Ham Jr. of Dyersburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Malcolm Davis; two sons, Gary Davis and James Anthony Davis; and three brothers, Paul Burlison, Elvin Burlison, and Melvin Burlison. Pallbearers will be grandsons. The family requests that memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund of Dyersburg. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, September 18th, 2012 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home 416 N Sampson Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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William Carlton Stanley

September 16, 2012

William Carlton Stanley, 91 of Halls, TN, died Sunday in the Lauderdale Community Hospital, Ripley, TN. Born in Lauderdale County, TN, he was the son of the late Cecil and the late Carrie (Barbar) Stanley. He was a Farmer. Survived by one daughter: Paulette Scallions of Athens, TN and one son: Bob Stanley of Russellville, MO, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his Wife, Ella Kate Steelman. Friends may call Tuesday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11:30 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls. Interment will be Wednesday in Greenhill Memorial Gardens, Halls.

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Joann Dial Wood

October 11, 1941 – September 16, 2012

Joann Dial Wood, 70, of Savannah, TN formerly of Ridgely died Sunday, September 16, 2012 at Hardin County Health and Rehab in Savannah. Visitation will be 9-11 am Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with funeral services following at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery, Ridgely, TN. Visitation Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 09:00 am - 11:00 am Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080 Funeral Service Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 11:00 am Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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Ruth Evelyn Johnson

September 15, 2012

Ruth Evelyn Johnson, 90 of Friendship, TN, died Saturday in the Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital, Jackson, TN. Born in Caruthersville, MO, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Etta (Heath) Baker. Mrs. Johnson married Clifton Johnson. She was a Homemaker, member of Archer's Chapel United Methodist Church, and the United Methodist Women. Survived by her husband: Clifton Johnson, one daughter: Carolyn Johnson Vaughan of St. Louis, MO and one son: Kenneth Johnson of Friendship, TN, 3 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her Brother, Morris Baker, brother, Charles Thomas Baker, brother, Billy Baker, Sister, Wilma Baker Jones, Sister, Emmajean Baker Jordan Friends may call Sunday from 5p.m. until 8p.m. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Monday at 11:00 am at Archer's Chapel Meth. Church, Frog Jump, TN. Interment will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery.

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Anna Sue Harmon Cook

February 04, 1931 – September 14, 2012

Anna Sue Harmon Cook, 81, of Big Sandy, died Friday, September 14, 2012 at her residence.

She was a retired nurse's assistant for Dyersburg Methodist Hospital, member of New Beginnings Church of God and a former member of Southside Assembly of God Church in Dyersburg.

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Harry Whitney Wright,

September 13, 2012

Harry Whitney Wright, Sr., 96 of Halls, TN, died Thursday at the Highlands of Dyersburg, Dyersburg, TN. Born in Yorkville, TN, he was the son of the late Grant and the late Sara (Walker) Wright. Mr. Wright was married to Martha Elaine Wright (Higdon) 75 Years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Woodmen of the World, and served during World War II in the US Army. He was a carpenter. Survived by his wife: Martha Elaine Higdon Wright and one son: Harry (Carolyn) Wright, Jr. of West Plains, MO Grandchild, Whitney (April) Wright; Grandchild, Conley (Dee) Wright; Grandchild, Elizabeth (Kyle) Mahan Friends may call Friday from 5p.m. until 8p.m. at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 10:30 am at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls Interment will be Saturday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Syble Normajean Wiggins

September 12, 2012

Syble Normajean Wiggins, 84 of Halls, TN, died Wednesday in the Bells Nursing Home and Rehab, Bells, TN. Born in Maury City, TN, she was the daughter of the late Baulch and the late Bessie (Joslin) Riddick. She was a retired Factory Employee, employed by GTE Sylvania. Survived by one daughter: Joyce Riddick of Gates, TN and two sons: Jerry Wiggins of Friendship, TN, Adron Wiggins, Jr. of Halls, TN Predeceased by her husband, Adron Wiggins, Sr., daughter, Virginia Dale Flowers, brother, Harris Riddick, brother, Eldon Riddick, brother, Percy Riddick, brother, Bill Riddick, brother, Midge Riddick, brother, Bobby Gene Riddick Friends may call Friday from 5p.m. until 8p.m. at Bethesda Meth. Church, Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Saturday at 2:00 pm at Bethesda Meth. Church, Halls Interment will follow in Thurmond Cemetery, Halls.

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Jacob Cole Nunley

September 22, 1993 – September 10, 2012

Jacob Cole Nunley, 18, of Dyersburg, died Monday, September 10, 2012 at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville.

He was a student at Middle Tennessee State University, member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and an employee of Applebee's in Murfreesboro.

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Albert Shane Fulcher

May 09, 1978 – September 10, 2012

Albert Shane Fulcher, 34, of Tiptonville died Monday, September 10, 2012 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The Fulcher family will receive visitors Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Curry Funeral Home Ridgely Chapel. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include 3 sisters, Ruth Baxter of Ridgely, Wanda Goodman and husband Jimmy of Wynnburg, Judy Minnick and husband Donnie of Tiptonville, 2 brothers, William Fulcher of Texas and Charles "Toby" Fulcher of Hornbeak and friends Jeremy Hedgepath, Antonio Battee, Billy Tanner all of Tiptonville and Ben Miller of Hornbeak. He was preceded in death by his parents John William "Billy" and Margaret Louise Wiggins Fulcher and 4 brothers, Johnny, Martin Eugene, Donnie Randall and Jerry Anthony. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other , TN Visitation Wednesday, September 12th, 2012 05:00 pm - 07:00 pm Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 80 Gratio Rd, Ridgely TN 38080

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Donna Sue Clanton

October 13, 1970 – September 09, 2012

Donna Sue Clanton, 41 of Dyersburg, died Sunday, September 9, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker.

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Donald Davis

September 08, 2012

Donald "Duck" Davis, 65 of Gates, TN, died Saturday (9-8-12)in the Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center, Ripley, TN. Born in Halls, TN, he was the son of the late Doyle H. and the late Eula H. (Allen) Davis Sr. He was a Factory Employee Survived by his niece, Theresa Isaak of Gates, TN, and nephews; Jimmy Janda of Humboldt, TN;and Terry Janda of Gates, TN; Mr. Davis is also survived by several Great Nieces And Great Nephews Predeceased by his brother, Doyle Davis Jr., and a Sister, Ms.Minnie Janda Friends may call Monday from 5-8 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Funeral service will be held Tuesday(9-11-12) at 11:00 am at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls Interment will be Tuesday in Halls Cemetery, Halls.

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Hammie Pope, Jr.

August 26, 1933 – September 08, 2012

Hammie Pope, Jr., 79, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired technical sergeant with The United States Air Force, member of Second Baptist Church, retired from City of Dyersburg Gas Department, where he worked for 13 years, former Dyer County Constable for 14 1/2 years, a Mason, member of American Legion, member of Air Force Sergeants Association and member of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

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James Wells

September 06, 2012

James Alton 'Boodle' Wells, 67 of Henning, TN, died Thursday in Dyersburg, TN. Born in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of the late Raymond Allen and the late Edna (Crowder) Wells. He was a retired business owner and truck driver. Survived by two daughters: Penny Wells of Dyersburg, TN, Shelly Wells of Dyersburg, TN and one son: Jesse Wells of Dyersburg, TN Brother of one sister: Mary Ann Valentine of Yorkville, TN and three brothers: Allen Ray Wells of Dyersburg, TN, Kenneth Wells of Hernando, MS, Kurt Wells of Newbern, TN. Predeceased by his aunt, Maggie Jackson, and his beloved pet, Princess.

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