James M. Motley

September 02, 1935 – August 02, 2011

James M. Motley, 75, of Friendship, died Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis.

He was a retired Command Sgt. Major with U.S. Army, where he served for 21 years, served two tours in Vietnam and received the Bronze Star Medal, member of Fowlkes Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon, member of Hess Lodge #93, worked with the Salvation Army, former Chief Deputy for the Dyer County Sheriff's Department, ROTC instructor at Central Michigan University and member of the Retiree Council of Fort Campbell, KY.

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Martha Burns

August 03, 1930 – August 01, 2011

Mrs. Martha Burns of Dyersburg passed away Monday, Aug. 1, 2011 at her residence in Dyersburg. She was retired from the trim department of Colonial Rubber Works where she had worked for 40 years. She was a member of Cornerstone Church of God, retired Real Estate Agent and member of the Dyersburg Crochet Guild

Funeral services will be 10 AM Wednesday at the Cornerstone Church of God conducted by Rev. Shannon Saliba. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Tuesday evening at the Dyersburg Funeral Home. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery. Dyersburg Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.

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Ferrell Eugene Harris

December 28, 1926 – July 30, 2011

Mr. Ferrell Eugene Harris, of Finley,Tn. passed away Saturday at his residence. He was a retired River Boat Superintendent for Massman Construction. He was a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church. He was a WW II veteran with the Army.

Funeral Services will be 11 AM Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at Dyersburg Funeral Home Chapel, conducted by Rev. Bill Phipps. Interment will be in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Monday evening at the funeral home.

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Daykota Shyanne Volner

January 15, 2001 – July 30, 2011

Ms. Daykota Shyanne Volner, 10, of Dyersburg, TN died Saturday, July 30, 2011 at LeBonheur Childrens Medical Center in Memphis. A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include her mother, Amanda Volner Hipps of Dyersburg; step-father, Tim Hipps of Halls; sisters, Dentiny Danyell Scott and Rebecca Kaye Hipps both of Dyersburg; Grandparents, Evasue Gallahaire of Dyersburg, and Jimmy and Debbie Volner of Tigrett, special aunt and uncle, Gene and Carol Thurmond of Lenox; and cousins Chris Thurmond, Dustin Thurmond, and Dayla Thurmond all of Lenox. She was preceded in death by her Great-Grandparents Jack and Frances Gallahaire and Cecil and Alline Volner. The family requests that memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Bobby Joe Smith

January 29, 1942 – July 29, 2011

Mr. Bobby Joe Smith, age 69, of Dyersburg, Tn passed away Friday, July 29, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tn. He worked for Colonial Rubber Works for 42 years in the Custom Mix Dept.

Funeral services will be Monday August 1, 2011 at 11 AM in the chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home, conducted by Rev. Kenny Chessor. Visitation for Mr. Smith will be 5-8 pm Sunday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Margaret Scott "Peggy" Hodges

April 14, 1924 – July 29, 2011

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Bobby Joe Robinson

March 09, 1933 – July 28, 2011

Mr. Bobby Joe Robinson age 78, of Bogota, Tennessee passed away Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tn. He is retired from the mold department of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He was a veteran of the US Army. He was a member of Miston Baptist Church.

Funeral Services will be 1:30 pm Saturday, July 30, 2011 in the chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home conducted by Rev. Carmon Dennison. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Friday at the funeral home. Dyersburg Funeral Home has charge of arrangements

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M. D. Kirkpatrick, Jr.

July 31, 1923 – July 27, 2011

M. D. Kirkpatrick, Jr., 87, of Tiptonville, died Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Home.

He was a retired self-employed businessman. He was the owner of Reelfoot Grocery, Crosstown Salvage, and Kirkpatrick's Used Cars. He was a member and an elder at Tiptonville Church of Christ. He was a member of Tiptonville Civitan Club and Lake County Historical Society.

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Hershel Dean

July 26, 2011

Hershel Dean, affectionately known as "The Flea Market Man," died July 26, 2011, at his home. He was 64 years old and was a resident of Obion. Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Obion, with interment following in Antioch Cemetery in Hornbeak. The Revs. Marvin Wilson and Dan Holland will officiate and pallbearers will be Justin Barbee, Cody Barbee, William Brown, Wayne Sharp, Jerry McCurdy Jr. and David Owens. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Canada and Ronnie ...

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Wanda Ruth Rice

July 26, 2011

Miss Wanda Ruth Rice, 89, of Dyersburg, TN died Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was owner & photographer of Rice Studio since 1942, a member of First Christian Church and supporter of the Dyersburg Community Concert and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10:00 am Friday, July 29, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The Rice family will receive visitors Thursday evening from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include her cousins Rose Marie Berry of Clinton, KY, Linda Dycus Ernst & family of Dyersburg, Richard P. Dycus, Jr. and family of Cynthiana, KY and Robert L. Dycus & family of Long Beach, CA and a great-niece Cristina Royer Lewis of Ocala, FL. She was preceded in death by her parents and 2 sisters. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Mike Reaves

June 03, 1959 – July 25, 2011

Mr. Mike Reaves, 52, of Dyersburg, TN died July 25, 2011 at his residence. He was a musician and a member of the Sorrell's Chapel Methodist Church. As a member of the band "Full Devil Jacket" they toured worldwide and received a gold record for the soundtrack for the movie SCREAM 3. He was signed to a record deal with the Island/Def Jam label in 1998 and released a self-titled album on Island records in 2000. He continued to pursue his love of music until his death. Memorial services will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 2, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Frank Gardner. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Andrew Camera, Kevin Bebout, Keith Bebout, Keith Foster, Jonathan Montoya, Josh Brown, Robert Reaves, Larry Davis and Randy Hobbs. The Reaves family will receive visitors from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday evening, August 1st at the funeral home. Survivors include his parents Bud and Pat Reaves of Dyersburg, his maternal grandmother, Frances Wiseman of Ripley, his brother Steve Reaves and wife Laurie of Dyersburg, his aunt and uncle Ronnie Wiseman and Dorothy Summers of Ripley, a special friend Carol Edwards of Jackson and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Felicia Daniels Reaves. The Reaves family requests memorials be directed to Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1002, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1002. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com.

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Ruth Gay

May 24, 1918 – July 24, 2011

Ruth Gay, 93, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 24, 2011 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living Center.

She was a retired telephone operator with South Central Bell, where she worked for 28 years, member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ and a member of Telephone Pioneers.

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Christie Mckay Haynes

January 19, 1974 – July 23, 2011

Christie McKay Haynes, 37, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was an employee with Master Cleaners.

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Kiley Mckay Haynes

March 23, 2003 – July 23, 2011

Kiley McKay Haynes, 8, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a student at Lara Kendall Elementary School.

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Natalie Smith Brimm

October 24, 1982 – July 20, 2011

Natalie Smith Brimm, 28, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at her residence.

She was a homemaker, member of Fowlkes United Methodist Church and former employee of Dyersburg Dairy Queen and Electronic Communication Systems.

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Virgie Mae Boyd

July 21, 1929 – July 18, 2011

Virgie Mae Boyd, 81, of Ridgely, died Monday, July 18, 2011 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a homemaker, member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church and a former employee of Rolane Mfg.

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R. A. Carnell

December 19, 1926 – July 16, 2011

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Howard Hollis

August 04, 1931 – July 15, 2011

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Jimmy K. Davis

July 24, 1931 – July 14, 2011

Jimmy K. Davis, 79, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired Senior Master Sergeant with the U.S. Air Force, where he served for 20 years, retired mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and a member of Forked Deer Antique Car Club.

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Wesley "Blue" Nale

November 22, 1929 – July 13, 2011

Wesley "Blue" Nale, 81, of Bogota, died Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was a retired farmer, member of Springhill Baptist Church and an avid fisherman and hunter.

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Bernice Dennis Wilber

February 18, 1927 – July 10, 2011

Mrs. Bernice Dennis Wilber, 84, of Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, July 10, 2011 at Jackson Regional Hospital in Jackson. She was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church, The FCE Club, The Cumberland Presbyterian Choir, and The Holy Hills Bible Study Group. She participated in the Community Bible Study Group, was one of the founding members of the Silver Sneakers Exercise Club in Dyersburg. At age 83 Mrs. Bernice completed a Bible Study Course at Dyersburg Bible Institute. She received 5 medals in the Walk Across Tennessee Program, served 10 years as Dyer County Circuit Court Clerk, and for 24 years owned and operated Sunshine Day Care Center. Services will be Wednesday, July 13, 2011, at 10 a.m. at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rev. Larry Blakeburn officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Survivors include one daughter, Tona Ruth Dennis Roberts and husband, Ricky Roberts Sr. of Dyersburg; two sisters, Carolyn Joyce Anderson Austin and husband, Gene of Dyersburg and Juliette (Judy) Anderson Gross and husband, Roy of Leesburg, Va.; one brother, John Ezel Anderson and wife, Beatrice of Milan, Tn.; five grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles Taylor Dennis Sr. and Ralph Wilber; one son, Charles "Butch" Dennis Jr., one sister, Georgia Laverne Smith and one brother Neely Thomas Anderson. Pallbearers will be Danny Dedmon, Jimmy Anderson, Danny Green, Taylor Dennis, Ricky Roberts Jr. Kent Ford and Danny Fowlkes. Honorary pallbearer will be Gene Austin. The family requests that memorial be directed to The Cumberland Presbyterian Church Choir Fund. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Cara Virginia Williams Jones

April 19, 1923 – July 03, 2011

Cara Virginia Williams Jones, 88, of Tiptonville, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother and owner of the Lake County Banner, died Sunday, July 3, 2011, at Methodist LeBonheur Germantown Hospital in Memphis. As a mother, she left a legacy of honor, integrity, and a love for helping others. As a newspaper woman, some of her jobs included society editor, proofreader, and bookkeeping.

She was born in Nevada, Mo. on April 19, 1923, to the late Arthur W. Williams of St. Louis, Mo. (who preceded her in death in July 1956), and Gladys Atherton Williams of Nevada, Mo. (who preceded her in death July 23, 1985). She lived in Nevada, Mo. from 1923 through 1925, then moved to Johnson City, Tenn. until 1932. From there, she lived in Tallahassee, Jacksonville Beach, and St. Petersburg, Fla. (1932-1933); back to Nevada, Mo. from 1933-1946; Lawrence, Kansas, and finally, in January of 1950, she moved to Tiptonville. She graduated from Nevada High School in 1941, and Cottey College in Nevada, Mo., in 1943. She also attended Kansas University in Lawrence, Kansas. She was selected and honored to attend the first ever Missouri Girls State in 1940. She was a Deputy County Court Clerk in Vernon County from 1943-1946, and was a University of Kansas Press Secretary to Insurance Adjuster Lloyd L. Gains of the Commerical Union Group from 1947-1949. Other previous employment included working at the Cottey College Library, and for Archer and Archer Arthitect-Engineers/Camp Clark POW Camp during rebuilding.

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Donald Ray Summers

October 21, 1951 – July 03, 2011

Donald Ray Summers, 59, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 3, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a former forklift operator for Heckethorn Mfg., where he worked for 16 years and a member of Westside Baptist Church.

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Terry Lee Ratliff

July 01, 2011

Terry Lee Ratliff, 61, of Yorkville, died Friday, July 1, 2011 at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis.

He was a machinist for Colonial Rubber Works, a member of Trimble First Assembly of God, Trenton Elks Lodge, Northwest HOG Chapter Motorcycle Club, a former member of the Moose Lodge, Dyersburg Country Club and Pinecrest Country Club in Dyer, and a Mason.

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James Royce Coburn

October 21, 1937 – June 30, 2011

James Royce Coburn, 73, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, June 30, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired supervisor for Heckethorn Mfg., where he worked for over 30 years.

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Keith Wiggins

June 14, 1977 – June 30, 2011

Keith Wiggins, 34, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, June 30, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a former CNA with Royal Care of Ridgely, member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and a former member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely.

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Glenn O. Franks, Jr.

June 14, 1935 – June 28, 2011

Glenn O. Franks, Jr., age 76, of Dyersburg, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2011 in Nashville, TN.

He was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church and a retired banker. He was in the Army National Guard, a past member of the noon Dyersburg Rotary Club and an avid bass fisherman and tennis fan.

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Donald Chester Faris

May 04, 1923 – June 28, 2011

Donald Chester Faris, 88, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at his residence.

He was a retired certified public accountant, member of First United Methodist Church and a WWII veteran of U.S. Navy.

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Eugene "Gene" Thomas Kuta

October 11, 1953 – June 26, 2011

Eugene "Gene" Thomas Kuta, 57, of Tiptonville, died Sunday, June 26, 2011 at his residence.

He was a machine operator for Rollcoater of Blytheville, AR.

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Thelma Brown Taylor

August 28, 1924 – June 22, 2011

Thelma Brown Taylor passed away on June 22nd, 2011 at home with her son at her side after a successful 2 year, but ultimately devastating battle with cancer. She was born on August 28th, 1924 in Ridgely, Tennessee, grew up there and moved to Dyersburg, Tennessee shortly before the end of World War Two. An avid golfer, she played in almost every woman's tournament in Dyersburg. After raising her family, she moved to Brownsville, Texas in 1970 with her husband, Robert Irvine Taylor, Jr. She was active in the social life of Brownsville, was a member of the "Order of the Serape" and a Board member of the Camille Playhouse. She excelled at Golf and Tennis. In 1997 she moved to Lakeway World of Tennis Resort on Lake Travis outside of Austin, Texas. She moved to The Woodlands, Texas in August of 2005 just in time to experience Hurricane Rita, and in 2008 experienced Hurricane Ike. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Irvine Taylor, Jr, her sisters Martha Brown Craig and Flora Brown Daniel, and her parents Viola and Joseph Brown. She is survived by her son Robert Irvine Taylor, III, three grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and multiple nieces and nephews. She had a joy for life. She will be missed. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, June 27th at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Walter Lamar Brashier

March 09, 1947 – June 17, 2011

Walter Lamar Brashier, 64, of Memphis, formerly of Dyersburg, died Friday, June 17, 2011 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

He was a retired security guard for Wells Fargo, member of Everett Memorial United Methodist Church in Memphis and a former teacher for the Memphis City School System.

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David Junior Bryson

August 23, 1943 – June 14, 2011

David Junior Bryson, 67, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

He was a retired farmer, member of Independent Free Holiness Church and a former employee of Oldberg.

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Joseph Delaney Schenk, Jr.

June 09, 1978 – June 13, 2011

Joseph Delaney Schenk, Jr., 33, of Dyersburg, died Monday, June 13, 2011 at his father's residence in Tiptonville.

He was a truck driver for TMC and a member of First United Methodist Church in Tiptonville.

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Chester Fraley

January 20, 1926 – June 12, 2011

Chester Fraley, 85, of Memphis, formerly of Tiptonville, died Sunday, June 12, 2011 at his residence.

He was a retired plumber, member of Crestview Baptist Church and an U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, where he received the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart.

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L. B. Smith

March 14, 1927 – June 12, 2011

Mr. L. B. Smith, 84, of Obion, TN died Sunday, June 12, 2011 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. He was a member of Aldridge Baptist Church in Obion County and served in the United States Army. Services will be Tuesday, June 14 2011, at 10 a.m. graveside at Zion Cemetery in the Elbridge Community, with Bro. John Wayne Fowler officiating. Interment will follow in Zion Cemetery in the Elbridge Community. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Monday, June 13, 2011 from 5 until 8 p.m. at Curry Funeral Home in Dyersburg. Survivors include a daughter, Pat (Louis) Smith of Dyersburg; one sister, Barbara (Terry) Pledge of the Millsfield Community; one brother Bobby (Joyce) Smith of Ridgely; three Grandchildren, Kevin (Karen) Sanders, Bart (Stephanie) Sanders, Missy (Joey) Henderson; and four Great-Grandchildren, Blake Warren, Cody Warren, Molly Sanders, and Kurt Sanders. He was preceded in death by his wives, Marie Austin Smith and Emma Sue Pruitt Smith; one sister, Margarett Jones; and one brother, Dennis Smith. Pallbearers will be Freddie Smith, Tommy Gurien, Jamie Pritchett, Jeff Wright, Darin Watson, Jason Roberts, and William Capps. Honorary pallbearer will be Gary Lynn Jones. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Stuart "Greg" Gregory Norman

June 02, 1963 – June 11, 2011

Stuart "Greg" Gregory Norman, 48, of Cordova, died Saturday, June 11, 2011 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.

He was a member of First Baptist Church.

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Betty Faye Tirey

February 12, 1932 – June 10, 2011

Betty Faye Tirey, 79, of Dyersburg, died Friday, June 10, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was a homemaker, member of Finley Baptist Church and a member of Young at Heart.

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Daniel Ray Gray

January 10, 1970 – June 10, 2011

Mr. Daniel Ray Gray, 41, of Friendship, TN died Friday, June 10, 2011 at his residence. He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church, an avid duck hunter and Off Road Parks enthusiast. Funeral services for Mr. Gray will be Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Leonard Ballinger and Bro. Tony Lawrence. Interment will follow in Concord Cemetery in Lauderdale County. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of services. Visitation for Mr. Gray will be Wednesday. June 15th from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife of 16 years Lori Gray of Friendship, 1 daughter Megan Gray of Friendship and 1 son Danny Gray and his finance' Jacklyn Gallahaire of Dyersburg, TN, his mother Sylvia Jean Gray of Halls, TN, 1 sister Bobbie Jo Milligan and husband Jeff of Newbern, and his grandmother Sylvia Burns of Halls, TN. He was preceded in death by his brother Donald Reece and his grandfather Tommie Burns. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Moore, Ronnie Corbin, Matt Jordon, David Koonce, Shannon Street and Tony Riley. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Bottoms, Brian Lavelle and Danny Gray. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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John Damon O'Neal

July 28, 1930 – June 09, 2011

Mr. John Damon O'Neal, 80, of Tiptonville, TN died Thursday, June 9, 2011 at The Bridge in Ridgely. He was a self employed heavy equipment operator, a member of Keystone Church of God, and a member of the American Legion and VFW. Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011 in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bro. John Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery in Humboldt. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Friday evening, June 10, 2011 from 5 until 8 p.m.. Survivors include his wife, Mayrene McFadden O'Neal; two daughters, Joy O'Neal Haggard of Oak Ridge, Tn. and Sandra Gooch of Tiptonville; one son, John Michael O'Neal of Tiptonville; one sister, Anna Margaret Rogers of Memphis; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Terri O'Neal and a granddaughter. Crystal Wilson; a sister, Betty Leary; and a brother, James Norman O'Neal. Pallbearers will be Robert Haggard, Steve King, Lynn Harrison, and Matt O'Neal. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Beatrice Permenter

January 04, 1923 – June 06, 2011

Beatrice Permenter, 88, of Dyersburg, died Monday, June 6, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker, a Baptist and she helped establish Permenter Produce.

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Emily Pollard Baker

December 01, 1946 – June 06, 2011

Emily Pollard Baker, 64, of Dyersburg, died Monday, June 6, 2011 at her residence after a long illness.

She was a member of First Baptist Church and served as a Sunday School Teacher, G.A. Leader, WMU worker and director, a hand bell choir member and member of the Joy Sunday School Class.

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Glen Dale Floyd

April 19, 1960 – June 05, 2011

Glen Dale Floyd, 51, of Ridgely, died Sunday, June 5, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was chief of police for the City of Ridgely and attended Ridgely First United Methodist Church.

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Mary Ellen Maupin

November 18, 1934 – June 04, 2011

Mary Ellen Maupin, 76, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired secretary for Home Beneficial Life Insurance Company and a member of Calvary Hill Baptist Church.

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Angeline Marie Yarbro

August 15, 1923 – June 04, 2011

Angeline Marie Yarbro, 87, of Tiptonville, died Saturday, June 4, 2011 in Homestead, Florida.

She was a fund raiser for Charitable Non-Profit Industry, in 1959 she received a citation from Gov. Buford Ellington for Top Mother in the State of Tennessee, during the 1980's, she was a member of the Tennessee Federated Woman's Club, she was a National Officer of General Federated Woman's Club, serving as President, a Distinguished Citizen by Girls Scout, founder of Lake County Chapter of Easter Seals, Professional Fund Raiser and program developer as Regional Director for Handicapped Children and Adults-Easter Seals, member of First United Methodist Church in Tiptonville, where she was in charge of Candle Burning Ceremony and World Day of Prayer-as well as many other responsibilities and organized Blood Mobiles for West Tennessee until she was 80 years old.

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Robert D. Hubbard

March 01, 1932 – June 04, 2011

Mr. Robert D. Hubbard, 79, of Dyersburg, TN died Saturday, June 4, 2011 at his residence. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War. Funeral services for Mr. Hubbard will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Bishop Larry Hayes officiating. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. The Hubbard family will receive visitors Monday evening from 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Terry Nale, Johnny Butler, Jayme Hubbard, Jimmy Sentell, Andrew Sentell and James Crews. Survivors include his companion of 12 years Maydell Joyce Basso of Dyersburg, 2 daughters Charlotte Sue Slater and husband Robert of Madison, MS and Carla Mooney and husband Charles of Memphis, TN, 1 son Robert Michael Hubbard and wife Angie of Hornlake, MS, 1 sister, Mary Gladys Taylor and companion Cecil Parker of Dyersburg, TN, 6 grandchildren, Kristin Williamson, Emily Green, James Hubbard, Maranda Bunker, Leslie Lindsay and Andrea Slater and 4 great-granchildren, Christina Slater, Kayson Hubbard, Olivia Bunker and Tyler Williamson. He was preceded in death by his wife Robbie Sue Anderson Hubbard, his parents Hubbie Lee and Emmer Catherine Camper Hubbard, 1 sister, Flora Mae Hubbard and 3 brothers, Tom Hubbard, Ewing Hubbard and Douglas Hubbard. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Michael "Randy" Randolph Owens

January 05, 1966 – June 03, 2011

Michael "Randy" Randolph Owens, 45, of Dyersburg, died Friday, June 3, 2011 at Great River Medical Center in Blytheville, AR.

He was a former material handler for Royalguard and a member of Lenox Baptist Church.

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Isaac Lewis Shell, Jr.

April 04, 1931 – June 03, 2011

Isaac Lewis Shell, Jr., 80, of Ridgely, died Friday, June 3, 2011 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was retired from the U.S. Corps of Engineers, where he worked for 28 1/2 years, member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely, member of The Masonic Lodge in Tiptonville, retired volunteer from the Ridgely Fire Department, where he served for 30 years, very active in the events of Ridgely, member of American Legion, member of VFW Post in Union City, enjoyed fishing and being with his family and an Army Veteran of Korean War.

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James Allen "Jim" Hampton

February 12, 1929 – June 02, 2011

Mr. James Allen "Jim" Hampton, 82, of Dyersburg, TN died Thursday, June 02, 2011 at his residence. He was a Baptist and served 23 years in the United States Air Force. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 04, 2011 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Dr. John Stacy officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors on Friday evening, June 03, 2011 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Garrison Hampton; two daughters, Krista O'Daniel and husband Randy, and Taina Edwards and husband Tom all of Jackson, TN; three sons, Roger Allen Hampton and wife Kathy of Chattanooga, TN, Ricky Ingram and wife Kim, and Jeff Ingram and wife Pam, all of Dyersburg; two grandchildren, Britton and Jamye O'Daniel of Jackson, TN; and 9 step grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Josie Gallahaire Hampton; a sister, Blanche Helton; and a brother William Howard Hampton. Pallbearers will be Billy Hall, Martin Caton, Scott Shawver, T. J. Duncan, Glenn Campbell, and Larry Parker. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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