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June 22, 1939 – April 23, 2025
Freddie P. Hughes, 85, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born in Milledgeville, TN on June 22, 1939 to the late William P. and Beatrice Rickman Hughes.
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August 31, 1942 – April 22, 2025
Mary Juanita Matheny, age 82, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Diversicare of Martin.
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December 30, 1959 – April 21, 2025
Cynthia Boane, 65, of Gleason, TN formerly of Ridgely, died Monday, April 21, 2025 at her residence. She was born on December 30, 1959 to the late James Lloyd and Mary Gray Butler.
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January 28, 1947 – April 20, 2025
Ross Carl Bryant, Jr., age 78, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Cumberland Health and Rehabilitation Center in Ashland City, TN.
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October 12, 1964 – April 20, 2025
Mickey Wayne “Big Mick” Myers, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He is the son of Patricia Ann Johnson Moss and the late Clifford Harold Myers. He was self employed in heating, cooling and electricial.
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February 29, 1952 – April 19, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Demetra Jackson, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who peacefully left us on April 19, 2025, in her hometown of Halls, Tennessee. Born on February 29, 1952, Demetra graced this world for 73 years, a life that was filled with love, joy, and cherished moments.
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December 27, 1940 – April 19, 2025
W.L. Bishop, age 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
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July 01, 1944 – April 19, 2025
Ms. Wilma Juanita Jones, 80, of Finley, TN, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025 at her home.
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September 09, 1974 – April 19, 2025
Jeremy Sisson, 50, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, April 19, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville. Born September 9, 1974, he was preceded in death by his grandparents Owen and Geraldine Clayton, who raised him. Jeremy was an engineer with Canadian National Railroad. Jeremy supported St. Jude Hospital in all of their endeavors. Jeremy was a coach for his daughter’s youth softball team.
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April 16, 2025
Gary Lynn Jones, 67, of Obion, Tennessee passed away on April 16, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and his dog, Jake. He was a retired lead man at Hexapol Polymers, formerly known as Colonial Rubber, where he retired after 38 years. He was a member of Aldridge Baptist Church. Gary was an avid fisherman, golfer, and coon hunter. His free time was spent supporting his girls in all their sporting events and activities, never missing a game. They were his pride and joy. He had ...
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March 14, 1952 – April 15, 2025
Jerry Wayne Booker, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Halls, Tennessee. He was born on March 14, 1952, in Ripley, Tennessee, to the late Roy Ditto and Willmeter (Dennison) Ditto. Jerry's life, spanning over 73 years, was a journey marked by love, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his family.
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September 07, 1983 – April 15, 2025
Mrs. Amber Jade Smith, of Finley, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital. She was born September 9, 1983 to Chuck & Penny Thurmond. Amber was a graduate of Dyersburg State Community College, studying Criminal Justice which led to her love of true crime shows and stories. She enjoyed St. Louis Cardinal baseball games, especially against her husband's favorite team, the Chicago Cubs. She loved time spent with her canine companions Lil Girl and Bullet. Her son and friends remember her for her sense of humor where they were concerned.
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October 31, 1966 – April 15, 2025
Mr. Timothy "Tim" Lynn Holland, of Tigrett, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville. Tim was born October 31, 1966 in Dyersburg, TN to George and Ann Holland. He worked for many years as a paint and auto body repair specialist for Roberts & Delta Chevrolet. He loved working with his hands and always had a list of things he meant to do. He enjoyed time spent visiting with friends or out in the country riding backroads looking for wildlife.
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December 04, 1947 – April 15, 2025
Ms. Teresa Jane Pease passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital. She was born December 4, 1947 in Dyersburg, TN to the late J.T. & Lily B. Hollis. During her life, Teresa worked in various industries in our area and was a homemaker devoted to her family. She enjoyed sewing and embroidery, making items for others in the community. Her faith was of utmost importance and she was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Dyersburg for many years.
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February 20, 1961 – April 14, 2025
William Eugene Mines Jr., 64 of Dyersburg, TN passed away April 14, 2025 at his residence.
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March 29, 1947 – April 11, 2025
Ms. Iline R. Trosper, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at her home. She was born in Dyer County on March 29, 1947 to the late Arthur & Emmie Reeves. During her life, Iline worked in the paint department for the A.O. Smith Co. in Ripley and as an accomplished seamstress for her community. She had a green thumb that was evident in the flower and vegetable gardens that she and her husband tended. In her free time, she enjoyed going to Gospel concerts and shows and traveling to the Ozark & Smoky Mountains with family. She is lovingly remembered for her dedication to and unconditional love for her family. Among her qualities, first, and foremost, was her Christian faith. She was a prayer warrior for those she knew and a pillar in her church for over 50 years. She was a member of Apostolic United Pentecostal Church in Halls, TN.
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May 01, 1944 – April 11, 2025
Jerry Wayne Fowler, 80, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 11, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born in Lake County, TN May 1, 1944, he is the son of the late Jasper Newt and Ester Lee Henderson Fowler. He was self-employed as an HVAC technician and electrician.
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December 11, 1959 – April 09, 2025
Pamela Marie Gamble, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the age of 65, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on December 11, 1959, in Halls, Tennessee, Pamela was a lifelong resident of the area, known for her unwavering love for her family and her warm, nurturing spirit.
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July 01, 1967 – April 09, 2025
Mr. James Wade "Bubba" Ramsey, Jr., 57, of Tiptonville, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at his residence.
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November 23, 1952 – April 09, 2025
Lonnie Baker, 72, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was the son of the late Steven and Flonnie Mae Crabtree Baker. He was a farmer.
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September 18, 1946 – April 09, 2025
Vera Faye (Gamble) Davis passed away on April 9, 2025, in Detroit, Michigan. Faye was born on September 18, 1946, to parents Thelbert and Ruby Gamble in Dyersburg, Tennessee.
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December 04, 1972 – April 08, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James "Matt" Thomason Sr., who left this world on April 8, 2025, at the age of 52. Born on December 4, 1972, in Jackson, TN, Matt was the beloved son of the late James Edward Thomason and Sandra (Gilliland) Jones. He lived a life that was as vibrant and full of love as the community he cherished.
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November 19, 1947 – April 08, 2025
Peggy Ann Rodriquez, 77, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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December 13, 1955 – April 04, 2025
Mr. Ty Fisher, 69, of Bonicord, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2025 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital.
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May 09, 1945 – April 03, 2025
Linda Lou Bland, 79, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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January 16, 1942 – April 02, 2025
Ms. Peggy Griffin Jones, of Dyersburg, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Okeena Health & Rehabilitation in Dyersburg. She was born January 16, 1942 to the late H. B. and Mattie Lee Griffin. Peggy was a devoted mother and homemaker for her family. She loved her community, volunteering in any way that she could for the benefit of others and being voted "Outstanding Young Woman". She was a member of the Dyersburg Jaycettes and supported local organizations including the American Cancer Society, Chimes for Charity, St. Jude fundraising and the PTA groups in local schools.
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November 19, 1939 – March 30, 2025
Jerry Thomas Olds, 85, of Nankipoo, Tennessee, passed away on March 30, 2025, in the town where he was born on November 19, 1939. He was the son of the late Troy and Virginia Olds and was preceded in death by his brother, Johnnie Olds.
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May 01, 1938 – March 30, 2025
Katherine Louise Apperson, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025, at the age of 86 in Ripley, Tennessee. Born on May 1, 1938, in Arkansas, Katherine was the daughter of the late Allen H. and Lena Katherine (Burns) Webb.
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August 17, 1937 – March 28, 2025
Fred Wittber, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, died peacefully at The Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN on March 28, 2025.
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June 26, 1948 – March 28, 2025
Dr. Jerry Upshaw Carter was born on June 26, 1948, in Nashville, Tennessee, and passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, forever loved and missed by his family.
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January 09, 1949 – March 25, 2025
Charles "Bubba" Maurice Agee, Jr., age 76, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at his home at Clover Creek Ranch in Hornbeak, Tennessee.
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December 31, 1948 – March 20, 2025
John Thomas Pressler, 76, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born on December 31, 1948, in Dyersburg. He was the second child of the late Homer Thomas and Jane Armstrong Pressler. John Thomas had three passions, love for his family, enjoying his work, and is perhaps one of the world’s greatest fans of the legendary giants of rock ‘n’ roll, The Rolling Stones. Next among his passions would be his love for his community. He is a past member of the Dyersburg Jaycees, Dyersburg Kiwanis Club, Dyersburg Municipal-Regional Planning Commission and the property and parish committee of First United Methodist Church where he has been a life-time member. John Thomas proudly served his county in the Army National Guard for six years.
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Thomas Anthony “Tony” McClure, 68, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was the son of the late Robert and Joann Campbell McClure. He was a retired factory worker.
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March 19, 1965 – March 17, 2025
Laura Ann Benham Glascoff, age 59, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away peacefully at her residence on March 17, 2025.
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July 26, 1953 – March 15, 2025
Larry "Joe" Privett
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December 27, 1935 – March 14, 2025
Ms. Jean Vandiver Dew
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January 30, 1941 – March 14, 2025
Ms. Jennie Sue Wadley, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living.
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Charlotte Rebecca Myers, 66, of Dyersburg, died Friday, March 14, 2025, at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. She was the daughter of the late Buster T. and Gracie Elizabeth Lindsey Middleton. She was a homemaker.
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September 24, 1946 – March 14, 2025
Nina Azbell Lovell, 78, of Ridgely, passed away peacefully Friday, March 14, 2025, at her residence. She is the daughter of the late Cecil and Julia Brooks Azbell. She attended First Church Baptist Fellowship and was retired in Hotel Management. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.
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June 15, 1945 – March 10, 2025
Ms. Rose Baker Kaufman, of Memphis, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett, TN.
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September 22, 1932 – March 09, 2025
Ms. Era Mae Nale, 92, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at The Bay Health & Rehabilitation Center.
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February 04, 1958 – March 08, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita "Kay" Brawner, who left this world on March 8, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on February 4, 1958, in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, Kay was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend.
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April 07, 1940 – March 08, 2025
Donald A. “DadDad” Maxwell, 84, of Medina, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, March 8, 2025, at his residence. Born April 7, 1940, he is the son of the late Benny Houston and Laverne Harbor Maxwell. Mr. Maxwell proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a Methodist and a member of the Rotary Club and the Carl Perkins Center. Mr. Maxwell was retired after 21 years as a contactor with Brasfield Construction.
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December 21, 1934 – March 07, 2025
The Burroughs Family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of their patriarch, Wymond Eugene “Gene” Burroughs.
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October 10, 1964 – March 05, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria Ann Heath Bishop, a beloved daughter, sister, companion, and friend, who departed this world on March 5, 2025, in her hometown of Memphis, TN. Gloria was born on October 10, 1964, to William L. Heath and the late Tommye Bryan Heath, who lovingly nurtured her into the remarkable woman she became.
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March 24, 1947 – March 04, 2025
Jimmie Ray Davis (Jim) (77), born on March 24, 1947, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, passed away on March 4, 2025.
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October 10, 1967 – March 03, 2025
Joyce Dawn Nelson, 57, of Halls, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025. Born on October 10, 1967, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, Joyce was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother whose vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of all who knew her.
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July 07, 1956 – March 02, 2025
James Henry ‘Hank’ Shipman, Jr. passed away on March 2, 2025, at his home in Orcutt, California. He was born on July 7, 1956, to the late James Henry Shipman and Peggy Davis Shipman in Dyersburg, Tennessee.
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