Michael Anthony Jowers, II

January 20, 2025 – January 20, 2025

Michael Anthony Jowers, II, son of Carley Strawn and Michael Anthony Jowers, was born into the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 20, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two brothers, Miller Ray Strawn, Brantley Gage Jowers; his sister, Kylee Grace Jowers; his grandparents, Tony Strawn (Ale), Dawn Lee (John), Tony Jowers, Benita Jowers; and his great-grandparents, Johnny and Sherry Lambert, Mary Brashier.

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Elliott William Feith

April 30, 1996 – January 18, 2025

Elliott William Feith, 28, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died Saturday, January 18, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born on April 30,1996 and is the son of John and Beth Feith of Dyersburg. Elliott was a 2018 Graduate of the University of Tennessee where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication and was employed by Disposable Dependable Services. Elliott loved the great outdoors, music and his friends. When those three intersected it was going to be a great day. However, most of all, he loved his family and his pets. Elliott was kind, helpful and a friend to all. His smile was contagious, and his personality put everyone at ease while his sense of humor often left you speechless and in disbelief of such a quick wit. Elliott leaves behind stories and experiences that would fill volumes, and he leaves behind, as well, an enormous group of family and friends who love him so much.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 25, 2025, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Kaye Bernice Summers

August 30, 1953 – January 16, 2025

Kaye Bernice Summers, age 71, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on January 16, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Born on August 30, 1953, in Dyersburg, TN, she was the daughter of the late Kelmer and Henrietta Riley Tinkle. Kaye was a dedicated homemaker and worked as a school bus driver for the Dyer County School System and the Office on Aging. She was also a former LPN at Dyersburg Manor, where she loved taking care of people. Her family, grandchildren, and her dog were the center of her world. She enjoyed watching dirt track racing and playing Bingo.

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Kent Hickman

October 04, 1959 – January 16, 2025

Kent Hickman, 65, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was the son of Audrey Wood and the late James Leon Hickman and Lonnie Wood, Sr.

He is survived by his two sons, Kirk Hickman (Megan) of Dyersburg, Kyle Hickman (Morgan) of Knoxville; one daughter, Sissy Scroggins (Josh) of Newbern; his mother, Audrey Wood of Dyersburg; and six grandchildren, Ethan, Avery, Addy, Sadie, Luke, and Mia.

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June Burris

May 29, 1937 – January 15, 2025

June Burris, age 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Born on May 29, 1937, in Dyersburg, TN, she was the beloved daughter of the late Thomas and Gertrude Patterson Jeffries. June was a devoted homemaker and was a Baptist by faith. She cherished her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought immense joy to her life.

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Todd Lindsey Heckman

March 19, 1962 – January 15, 2025

Todd Lindsey Heckman, 62, of Troy, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born March 19, 1962, he is the son of Sharon Hollandsworth (W.C.) and Tommy R. Heckman, Sr. (Chris) He was a landscaper.

Along with his parents, he is survived by his two children, Kalene Heckman and Kyler Heckman (Sarah); his brother, Tommy R. Heckman, Jr. (Carol) of Indianapolis, Indiana, and his three grandchildren, Ellamae Heckman, Hadlynn Heckman and Kinley Heckman.

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Mike "Big Lou" Lewis

March 19, 1954 – January 14, 2025

Mike “Big Lou” Lewis, age 70, of Halls passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home in Halls, TN. Mike was born March 19, 1954, in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late James Robert "Bob" and the late Melissa "Shorty" (Thurmond) Lewis.

He was employed by Lauderdale County Board of Education as Bus Garage Supervisor. Mike above all else was a loving Husband, Father, Pappy, Pimpaw, Pepaw, and so much more to his family and friends.

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James "Jim" R. Thurmond

November 02, 1934 – January 14, 2025

James R. "Jim" Thurmond, age 90, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Born on November 2, 1934, in Lenox, TN, he was the beloved son of the late George Evans Thurmond and Mattie Louise Critchfield Thurmond.

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Thomas Lee Wilson, Jr.

March 19, 1981 – January 14, 2025

Mr. Thomas Lee Wilson, Jr. of Friendship, TN, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at West TN Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital. Thomas was born March 19, 1981 to Thomas & Paula Wilson. He was a graduate of Union University, proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and helped his father move and rebuild pianos when he was younger. He is lovingly remembered for his selfless and loyal personality and being attentive to detail and intentional to everything he did. In his free time, he enjoyed studying and repairing watches, knew much about classic cars and loved time spent with his dogs, even spoiling them at times.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Emily Rice-Wilson, his father, Thomas Lee Wilson, Sr. his brother, Terry Wilson & wife AnnMarie, his sons Thomas Lane Robinson, Calvin Wilson, Benny Wilson, his daughter, Shelby Wilson and was a loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. He also leaves his aunts, Susan Osborne, Nancy Bell and Joyce Ann Wilson and uncle Daniel Wilson. He is preceded in death by his mother, Paula Osborne Wilson and uncle, Robert "Bobby" Wilson.

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Talmadge Cooper Scobey

January 13, 2025

Mr. Talmadge Cooper Scobey, 86, of Newbern, Tennessee, died January 13, 2025, in Newbern, Tennessee. Graveside services for Mr. Scobey will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. Officiating this service will be Rev. James Combs. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Talmadge Cooper Scobey.

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Tracie Beth Quinton

December 09, 1966 – January 13, 2025

Tracie Beth Quinton, 58, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 13, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born December 9, 1966, she is the daughter of the late Don Goforth and Paulette Hudson. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by her two daughters, Jenny Quinton, Katy Quinton-Powell (Mark), both of Dyersburg; two grandchildren, Bentley Coffman, Bella Coffman; two sisters, Connie Moriarty (Tim) of Grand Blanc, MI, Tamara Tettleton (Chadwick) of Obion; and one brother, Don Goforth (Kristin) of Davisburg, MI; and her fiancé Jeff Hinson of Dyersburg.

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Thomas M. Perry

November 26, 1987 – January 11, 2025

Thomas M. Perry, age 37, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on January 11, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee. Born on November 26, 1987, in Dyersburg, Tennessee to William Allen Perry and Mary Ann Schroeder Perry. Thomas was a dedicated and skilled electrician. Thomas grew up in Dyersburg, where he discovered his passion for working with his hands and solving complex problems. This passion led him to pursue a career as an electrician, a field in which he excelled. Thomas is survived by his ...

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Steve Watson

September 10, 1958 – January 11, 2025

Steve Watson, 66, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born September 10, 1958, he is the son of Mary Sue Wheeler and the late Burt Watson. He was a former employee of Colonial Rubber.

A memorial visitation for Steve will be from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 16, 2025, at Curry Funeral Home.

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Ruby Elaine Williams

February 20, 1953 – January 11, 2025

Ruby Williams, 71, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis. Born February 20, 1953, she is the daughter of the late Alvis Thedford and Ruby Butler Sanders. She is retired from Walmart.

A Celebration of Life service will be announced at a later date.

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Kenneth Ray Holder

September 06, 1938 – January 11, 2025

Kenneth Ray Holder, 86, of Obion, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson. He is the son of the late Silvan Autman and Mary Lorene Bargery Holder. He is retired from the Tennessee Department of Transportation.

A Celebration of Life service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Minnick Bible Church officiated by Brother Robin Cude and Brother Cody Pritchard.

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Fred J. "Sonny" Flatt

May 10, 1938 – January 9, 2025

Freddie J. (Sonny) Flatt, 86, passed away January 9, 2025, at the North MS Medical Center Hospice Unit after an extended illness. He was born on May 10, 1938, in Yorkville, Tennessee to Howard and Pauline Flatt. Sonny attended public school and graduated from Trimble High School. After graduation, he joined the Army where he was stationed in Germany as a helicopter mechanic. After his military service, Sonny returned to his hometown where he married Frances Davis and started a family. They ...

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Alvin Ray Lanier

September 29, 1956 – January 09, 2025

Mr. Alvin Ray Lanier, of Tiptonville, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at his home. He was born September 29, 1956 to Malcolm & Carrie Work Lanier. Alvin worked in Lake County as an electrician and plumber, helping many people. In his free time, he loved to watch golf, baseball and FOX News. He also enjoyed fishing, working outdoors or any time spent with his grandchildren.

Alvin is survived by his father, Malcolm Lanier, his daughter Michelle Lanier Hendel & husband, Ami, of Fort Myers FL, his companion of 36 years, Amy McKay and two step-children. He was greatly loved as "Pappy" by his grandchildren, Elizabeth & Benjamin Stephens, six step-grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his mother, Carrie Work Lanier, his brother, Terry Lanier and sister, Carrie Whitson.

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Danny Simmons

September 18, 1961 – January 09, 2025

Mr. Daniel "Danny" Hershall Simmons, of Jackson, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Jackson-General Hospital. Danny was born September 18, 1961 to the late Ira & Carolyn Simmons. Danny was a 1979 graduate of Dyersburg High School and later Memphis State University where he studied criminal justice. Early in his career, he worked in Juvenile Court and as a reserve deputy for the Shelby County Sheriff's Department and as a reserve officer in Panama City FL. Later, he helped manage the Mississippi Medical News publication and was involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, then moving into sales and consulting for Bassett Furniture and Lay-Z-Boy. More recently he worked in sales for the BathFitter company. He is fondly remembered for his love of U of M sports.

Danny is survived by his long-time canine companion, Gretl, his brother and sister-in-law, Wilburn & Susan Simmons and niece, Amanda Simmons, all of Cordova, TN as well as his aunt and many cousins. He also leaves behind many treasured friends, co-workers and classmates. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ira Simmons III and Carolyn Cook Simmons.

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David Kent Lovell, Sr.

February 24, 1952 – January 09, 2025

Mr. David Kent Lovell, Sr, age 72, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at Volunteer Medical Center in Martin, TN.

He was born February 24, 1952 in Ridgely, TN to the late William & Bennie Dale Lovell. For many years, he worked in production for Colonial Rubberworks in Dyersburg. He was a Baptist, by faith, and was devoted to his family members. He was a caring man that enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, especially country line-dancing.

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Geraldine Fee Logsdon

April 28, 1943 – January 08, 2025

Geraldine Logsdon, age 81, of Dyersburg, TN passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Geraldine was born April 28, 1943, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She is the daughter of the late Taylor and the late Clara (Mc Whorter) Fee.

She was a retired waitress and homemaker. Geraldine was known for being a loving mother, sister, and ‘’Grams’’ to her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She loved spending time with her family.

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Luke Stanford

July 26, 1937 – January 05, 2025

Mr. Luther "Luke" Edward Stanford, of Finley, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, TN. Luke was born in Decaturville, TN to the late William "Bill" & Annie Stanford on July 26, 1937. He worked in production as a mixer for many years for Colonial Rubberworks in Dyersburg. He proudly served in the United States Army and Army reserve. He was a Baptist by faith and well thought of in the Finley community, helping others with his mechanical and handyman skills. He enjoyed family gatherings and time with his grandchildren, as well as Bingo and card games with friends. He lived a very active life and is remembered by the saying " A busy mind isn't a worrying mind."

Luke is survived by his son, James "Bubba" Stanford of Finley, his daughters Teresa Jackson (Richie) of Dyersburg and Melissa (Dewayne) Brooks of Finley, a bonus-son, Les Box and is greatly loved as "Papaw" by his grandchildren, Joni Ballinger (Brandon), Brad Brooks (Alison), Jill Patterson (Adam), Jonathan Brooks (Katie), Jamie Stanford (Katherine), Jared Jackson (Jenna) and Kristian Stanford and his great-grandchildren, Brody Ballinger, Braylee Butterworth, Finley Brooks, Cade Patterson, Ben Ballinger, Neyland Brooks, Addie Brooks and Graham Brooks. He is preceded in death by his wife, Louise Stanford, his son, Jimmy Stanford, his parents, his brothers Tommy, Earl & James Stanford and sister, Mae Bradshaw.

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Evelyn Kay Rogers

December 11, 1964 – January 03, 2025

Ms. Evelyn Kay Rogers, of Lenox, TN, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 at her home. She was born December 11, 1964 to the late Donald Ray & Geneva Walton. She was a Baptist by faith and loved any time spent with her grandchildren. She enjoyed cleaning and shopping and long conversations with friends.

She is survived by her sons Tommy Ray Rogers, II and wife, Shannon of Kenton, TN and Brandon Keith Rogers and wife, Sherry, of Dyersburg, his daughter Mandy Kay Hawks and husband, Chad, and a bonus daughter, Tracye Martinez and husband, Miguel, all of Dyersburg, a brother, Frankie Ray Walton and wife, Stephanie, of Lenox, sisters Penny Walton of Lenox and Heather Michelle Walton of Finley. She was greatly loved by her eleven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Tommy Ray Rogers, Sr.

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James Allen Tirey

December 31, 1950 – January 02, 2025

Mr. James Allen Tirey, of Dyersburg, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2024 at his residence. James was born in Flint, MI on December 31, 1950 to the late Virgil & Evelyn Tirey. He was a member of First United Pentecostal Church in Dyersburg.

James is survived by his sisters, Lanita Joan Tirey and Deborah Wheeler, of Dyersburg, several nieces and nephews, his grandchildren, Christopher Allen Tirey & Samantha Brooke Tirey and three great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and a son, Jeffery Tirey.

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Judith Kay Webb

May 23, 1944 – January 02, 2025

Judith Kay Webb (Chassar), 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on January 2nd 2025 at West TN Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Born on May 23, 1944 in Detroit Michigan-Grandma, Mom, and Momma Ceta: As she was affectionately known to us, brought warmth and laughter to the lives of all who knew her.

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Sharon Boyd

September 25, 1953 – January 01, 2025

Sharon Boyd, 71, of Obion, died Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born September 25, 1953, she is the daughter of the late Cletus and Juanita Dugan Robison. She was a homemaker and a former seamstress at Rolane. Sharon was a loving wife, mother and a loving “Nona” to her grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 6, 2025, in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Carl Southerland with interment to follow in Zion Cemetery.

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Timothy Wayne Alexander

May 25, 1967 – December 31, 2024

Timothy Wayne Alexander, 57, of Finley, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Born on May 25, 1967, in Dyersburg, TN, he was the son of Jackie Hulsey Alexander and the late William Orville Alexander. Timothy was a self-employed painter who had a passion for art, painting on canvass and saw blades. He also enjoyed fishing and hunting for arrowheads.

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William P. "Bill" Haynie

October 24, 1941 – December 31, 2024

William P. Haynie, 83, of Tiptonville, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born October 24, 1941, he is the son of the late Benjamin Franklin and Frances Oliver Haynie. He was the minister at Broadmoor Church of Christ and Chestnut Bluff Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Burress Chapel Church of Christ in Tiptonville officiated by Don Reel with interment to follow in Lake Memorial Gardens.

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Noel Gene Walker

February 14, 1956 – December 29, 2024

Noel Gene Walker, 68, of Bogota, went to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born February 14, 1956, he is the son of the late Bobby and Bessie B. Lay Walker. Noel was a lifelong member of Calvary Baptist Church. He was a landowner and former employee of Burks Beverage and Dyersburg High School.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Brother David Brooks.

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Pamela Jo Fisher

April 08, 1958 – December 28, 2024

Pamela Jo Fisher, age 66, of Halls passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, in Nashville, TN. Pamela was born April 8, 1958, in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Mitchel and the late Louise (Harris) Moore.

She was a homemaker and a substitute teacher at Halls High School, but her favorite job was being a mother and grandmother.

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Jimmy Dwayne Dudley

December 07, 1958 – December 28, 2024

Jimmy Dwayne Dudley, 66, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

He was born on December 7, 1958 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Freeman Dudley & Linda Tipps Cagle. Jimmy spent over 30 years behind the wheel as a truck driver for the City of Dyersburg and Volunteer Express. He is remembered as a devoted and hard-working father and husband who never met a stranger. He was a fan of Blues and Rock & Roll music and loved to tinker on cars in his shop or just spend time outdoors.

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Janice Elaine Tillman

March 17, 1955 – December 27, 2024

Janice Elaine Tillman, age 69, of Halls passed away Friday, December 27, 2024, at her home in Halls, TN. Janice was born March 17, 1955, in Gates, TN. She is the daughter of the late Gerald Parish and the late Barbara Osteen.

She was retired from retail but her favorite job was being a mother and grandmother.

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Connor Grimes

October 31, 2000 – December 27, 2024

Mr. Jackson Connor Grimes, age 24, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024 in Dyersburg, TN.

Connor was born October 31, 2000 to Rena and Jackie Grimes. His talents and passion for his work led him to maintenance and welding for Systems Contracting Group in Blytheville, AR. He is fondly remembered for his sense of humor, often at the expense of family or friends and his love of the outdoors. He enjoyed duck hunting, off-road riding and time spent with his dog, Ace. He was a volunteer firefighter with the Obion Fire Department. His greatest love was for his wife and soulmate, since their early teens, Skylare and he was excited for their next adventure together, becoming parents.

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Louise Crook

February 09, 1936 – December 26, 2024

Louise Crook, age 88, of Henning, TN passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Ripley Healthcare and Rehab of Ripley, TN. Louise was born February 9, 1936, in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late James W. and the late Iva Jewell (Boyd) Moore.

She was a graduate of Ripley High School Class of 53. Louise worked at Jones Trucking and then Komatsu in customer service. She was also a member of Faith Community Church.

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Shirley Dial Kelley

December 06, 1953 – December 26, 2024

Ms. Shirley Irene Dial Kelley, of Tiptonville, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at West Tennessee Jackson General Hospital. She was born December 6, 1953 to the late Claude "Fuzz" & Mary Ruth Dial. Throughout her life, Shirley worked in various restaurants and cafes as a waitress. She had a heart for people and was truly devoted to her family. She is fondly remembered for her love of going on trips. It never took any convincing to get her on the road, especially to Gatlinburg, TN or to Florida.

She is survived by her daughter, Selena Hutcheson of Tiptonville, TN; her brother, Murphy Dial; and her grandchildren, Courtney & Ava Hutcheson and Christina Faith Striffe.

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Deborah Jean Sims

July 24, 1955 – December 26, 2024

Ms. Deborah Jean Sims, 69, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Encompass Health & Rehabilitation in Jackson, TN.

She was born on July 24, 1955 in Chicago, IL to Lavert Sims & Elaine Morong. Deborah worked for many years for the Tennessee Department of Corrections in the commissary of Northwest Correctional in Tiptonville. She loved any time spent with her children, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoyed travel to places like California, Ohio and Mexico and was a fan of Harley Davidson Motorcycles.

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David Edward Swick

December 10, 1949 – December 26, 2024

David Edward Swick, 75, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, December 26, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. He is the son of the late Leo Emmet, Jr. and Margaret Kathryn Nunemaker Swick. He was a professional photographer.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Holy Angels Catholic Church.

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Dessie May Rose Capps

October 29, 1937 – December 23, 2024

Dessie May Rose Capps, age 87, of Medina, TN passed away Monday, December 23, 2024, at Dyersburg Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. Dessie was born October 29, 1937, in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Jim and the late Melvi (Autry) Rose.

She was a homemaker but her favorite job was being a mother and grandmother. Dessie was a devoted Sunday school teacher all her life.

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Robert Ray Kelley

May 13, 1950 – December 23, 2024

Mr. Robert Ray Kelley, of Tiptonville, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital. Robert was born May 13, 1950 to the late Robert & Frances Kelley. Robert spent most of his life working as a self-employed auto mechanic, something he was well known for and his ability to fix almost anything. He was drafted to serve in the United States Army during the Viet Nam War and put his skills to use as a wheeled vehicle mechanic. He was a hard worker and was devoted to his family. He enjoyed trips to nearby casinos with friends, fishing and ATV riding in his younger years and loved time spent with his dog, LuLu.

Robert is survived by his daughter, Selena Hutcheson, of Tiptonville, his brothers Buford Kelley, Richard Kelley, sisters Bonnie Jones, Lois Birdwell, Martha Dial, Verla Stairs, Judy Faulkner, Charlene Bargery and Teresa Walton and his three grandchildren, Courtney & Ava Hutcheson and Christina Faith Striffe and many nieces & nephews.

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Martha Jean Woods

April 01, 1946 – December 23, 2024

Martha Jean Woods, 78, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024 at the West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Martha was born on April 1, 1946, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Carlos and Mary Virginia Rogers Woods. She was a homemaker who loved to crochet and sing. Mary was a member of Crockett's Chapel Methodist Church and was very active in the Tiptonville Senior Citizens Center.

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Larry W. Tull

October 09, 1942 – December 23, 2024

Larry W. Tull, 82, of Silerton, died Monday, December 23, 2024, at Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt. Born October 9, 1942, he is the son of the late George Barton and Elida Marguarite Harden Tull. He was a Baptist Pastor. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a member of the V.F.W.

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday at Piney Grove Baptist Church in Henderson with interment to follow in the church cemetery.

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Lucy Dianne Hale

January 28, 1955 – December 23, 2024

Lucy Hale, 69, of Rogers, Arkansas, formerly of Ridgely, died Monday, December 23, 2024, in Rogers, Arkansas. Born January 28, 1955, she is the daughter of the late Rudell and Alvie Allean Wright Hale. She was a homemaker.

Graveside service for Lucy will be private.

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Mary Tucker Scott

November 04, 1941 – December 22, 2024

Mary Tucker Scott, age 83, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Born on November 4, 1941, in Flat Woods, TN, she was the daughter of the late DeWitt and Martha Tatum. Mary was a retired hairdresser who loved sewing, gardening, and flowers. She was a member of the First Baptist Church Tiptonville and was known as a wonderful caregiver.

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Hubert Allen Tillman Jr

October 28, 1936 – December 21, 2024

Hubert Allen Tillman, Jr, age 88, of Halls passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Allen was born October 28, 1936, in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Hubert Allen and the late Annie Mae (Parker) Tillman Sr.

He was a retired employee of Tupperware.

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James "Lindell" Baker

April 04, 1940 – December 20, 2024

James "Lindell” Baker, age 84, of Halls passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, at his home in Halls, TN. James was born April 4, 1940, in Dyer County, TN. He is the son of the late James Walter and the late Leota (Pounds) Baker.

He retired from Tops in the shipping & receiving department as Clerk in 2004. Mr. Lindell was an avid Tennessee Volunteer Football fan.

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Patricia Davidovitch

March 17, 1940 – December 18, 2024

Patricia Davidovitch, age 84, of West Haverstraw, NY, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Southgate Living Center in Caruthersville, MO.

Born on March 17, 1940, in West Haverstraw, NY, Patricia was a dedicated homemaker and worked for the Salvation Army in New York. She loved people with all her heart.

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Mae Simpson

July 14, 1937 – December 17, 2024

Mae Simpson, 87, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Christian Care Center in Bolivar. She is the daughter of the late Fred and Ada Fronabarger Weaver. She was retired from Dyersburg Fabrics and a Methodist.

She is survived by her son, Steve Matlock (Angela) of Eads, TN, one sister, Sarah Blare of Washington; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

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Glenn Baggett

December 01, 1952 – December 16, 2024

Clyde "Glenn" Baggett, age 72, of Halls, TN passed away Monday, December 16, 2024, at his home. Clyde was born December 1, 1952, in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Narthual and the late Nettie (Goodman) Baggett.

He was a Deacon at Bethesda Church in Halls, TN. Glenn was retired from Halls Co-Op and was also a former Volunteer Fireman of Halls Fire Department.

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Jeannie Louise Pleasant

June 18, 1955 – December 16, 2024

Mrs. Jeannie Louise Pleasant, of the Unionville community, passed away Monday, December, 16, 2024 at her home with her husband by her side.

She was born June 18, 1955 to the late L.M. & Edith Petty. Jeannie is fondly remembered by her patients, working as a phlebotomist in the lab of Dr. Guthrie & McKee's offices. She was a devoted mother & grandmother and enjoyed her flower gardens and working outside whenever she could. She enjoyed fishing trips, thrift-shopping and bingo games with her friends and family. Her kind heart never met a stranger.

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