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Dorothy Bonds Hunt

January 05, 2010

Dorothy Bonds Hunt, 88, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center. She was a retired registered nurse. She and her first husband, Dr. James Bonds started a pediatric practice in Dyersburg in 1953 and worked together until his death in 1976. She was a member and Sunday school teacher at First Baptist Church, where she was also a member of XYZ Club and a former member of Summer Hill Garden Club.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home and at 1:30 p.m. in Hillcrest Cemetery in Holly Springs, Miss. with the Rev. Raymond Boston officiating.

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Bobby Eugene Swann

January 11, 1932 – January 02, 2010

Bobby Eugene Swann, 77, of Tiptonville, died Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010 at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri.

He was a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church and a retired truck driver for Roadway Express.

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Anna Mae Greer

February 15, 1921 – January 02, 2010

Anna Mae Greer, 88, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired beautician and former owner of Hillcrest Beauty School, a 67-year member of Fowlkes Baptist Church, where she served on the Hospitality Committee.

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Helen Nell Pleasant

January 01, 2010

Helen Vernell "Nell" Pleasant, 87, of Dyersburg, died Friday, Jan. 1, 2010 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a homemaker and a member of First Christian Church at Chestnut Bluff.

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Katherine Juanita Wiggins

April 04, 1923 – December 31, 2009

Katherine Wiggins, 86, Tiptonville, TN died Thursday, December 31, 2009 at Baptist Memorial Health Care in Union City. She was a member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church and retired from H.I.S. Garment Factory. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 2, 2010 at Calvary Independent Baptist Church with Rev. Carl Sutherland officiating. Burial will be in New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely, TN. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors beginning at 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 01, 2010 at the church. Survivors include her daughter, Shirley Poyner of Ridgely, TN, 3 grandchildren, James Poyner, Timothy Poyner and Joye Warren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Wiggins, 1 daughter, Linda Jones, her parents, Marshall and Laura Busby Keith and several brothers and sisters. Pallbearers will be Corey Poyner, Bruce Poyner, Edmund Wiggins, Goble Wiggins, Jr., Mike Wiggins and Bobby Wiggins. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Walter Alexander Shumate Iv

November 24, 1954 – December 30, 2009

Walter Alexander Shumate IV, 55, of Tiptonville, died Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a member of Tiptonville First United Methodist Church.

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Cynthia "Cindy" Jean Watson

February 17, 1970 – December 28, 2009

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Shirley Ann Seat Stover

December 27, 2009

Shirley Ann Seat Stover, 60, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, Dec. 27, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was an employee of Kroger meat department, attended Oak Grove Church of Christ, former real estate agent, a member of the Moose Lodge and was an avid fisherman.

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Anthony Ray Bullion

December 26, 2009

Anthony Ray Bullion, 61, of Newbern, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2009 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

He was a retired machine operator for All-Wear Manufacturing and was an avid walker.

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Charles Thomas Balentine

June 14, 1915 – December 23, 2009

Charles Balentine, 94, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center. He was a retired mail carrier, member of First United Methodist Church, former owner/manager of Dyersburg Hardware Store, an avid fisherman, 50-year Mason, member of Hess Lodge No. 94, and a staff sergeant in the Army Air Corps during World War II.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Dyersburg Funeral Home with Dr. Phillip Cook officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.

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Frances Weaver

December 23, 2009

Frances Weaver, 89, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was a retired employee of Heckethorne Manufacturing and attended First United Pentecostal Church.

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Hubert A, Harris

September 26, 1929 – December 23, 2009

Mr. Hubert A. Harris, 80, Finley, TN died Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Regional Hospital of Jackson. He was a retired riverboat deckhand. Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 26, 2009 Graveside at Dyer County Memorial Gardens with Rev. Kenny Chessor officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Survivors include 1 daughter, Kim Harris White of Newbern, TN, 2 sons, Ronnie Harris and wife Linda of Paris, TN and Barry "Bubba" Harris of Finley, TN; 1 brother, Ferrell Harris and wife Doris of Finley, TN; 5 grandchildren, Jessica Dozier, Sherry Dodson, Phillip Harris, Corey White, and Taylor White; and 4 great-grandchildren, Josh Dodson, Caleb Dodson, Marlee Dozier and Alanis Hollomon. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oden and Evie Reagor Harris and 5 brothers and sisters. Pallbearers will be Terry Harris, Jeff Jones, Nathan Moore, Corey White, Evan Romo and Cody Reagan. The family requests that any memorials be made to the American Heart Association. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Joyce Marie Horner

December 22, 2009

Joyce Marie Horner, 69, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 at her residence.

She was an artist, a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir and a former Sunday school teacher.

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Louise Sewell Criswell

December 22, 2009

Louise Sewell "Mama Eze" Criswell, 82, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

She was retired as a production worker for Sylvania, a member of East Court Street Church of Christ, a member of Senior Circle, and a former day care operator.

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Chester E. Butcher

December 21, 2009

Chester E. Butcher, 84, of Dyersburg, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2009 at Oakwood Community Living Center. He was a body shop owner of Butch's Body Shop and a retired employee of the Department of Corrections in Lake County and a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ.

Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. today in Fairview Cemetery with Mr. R.M. Palmer officiating.

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Betty Joan Moore

December 21, 2009

Ms. Betty Joan Moore, 69, of Caseyville, IL, formerly of Tatumville, TN passed away on December 21, 2009.

She was a 1958 graduate of Trimble High School, Trimble, TN. She was a graduate of the FBI Academy in Quantico, VA. She had lived and worked in Memphis, TN with the Memphis Police Department. She began her career there as a Meter Maid. She excelled in her work and at the time of her retirement she had achieved the rank of Captain, being the first female Captain in the history of the Memphis Police Department.

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Danny Louis Tippit

October 24, 1952 – December 21, 2009

Danny Louis Tippit, 57, of Tiptonville, died Monday, Dec. 21, 2009 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City.

He was the sheriff of Lake County, a member of Wynnburg Baptist Church, a mason, has been involved in law enforcement for over 30 years, twice elected sheriff of Lake County, former police chief of Tiptonville and member of Mid-South Riders.

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Raymond Parker

October 06, 1943 – December 18, 2009

Raymond Parker, 66, of Dyersburg, died Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was a retired farmer and a member of Evansville Baptist Church.

Graveside services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Fairview Cemetery with the Rev. Mac Daniels officiating.

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Johnny Lynn Winchester

December 16, 2009

Johnny Lynn Winchester, 60, of Martin, formerly of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009 at his residence.

A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Northside Church of Jesus Christ. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Mary Ann Kendall

September 10, 1938 – December 16, 2009

Mary Ann Kendall, 71, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2009 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was a retired restaurant operator and a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church.

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Linda Johnson

December 13, 2009

Mrs. Linda Johnson,69, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died December 13, 2009, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. She was a retired employee of Jimmy Dean Foods. Funeral services were held on December 15, 2009, in the Chapel of the Johnson-Williams Funeral Home with Rev. Calvin Smith officiating. Burial was in Meacham Cemetery. Survivors include her husband, Donnie Johnson, three daughter, Angie Meadows, Linda Patton and Lisa Stephenson;5 Grandchildren and 6 Great-Grandchildren. ...

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Maxine Hilliard

June 22, 1923 – December 08, 2009

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Linda Moore

December 6, 2009

Linda Kay Moore, 56, of Newbern, died December 6, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was a retired inspector for Jimmy Dean Foods. Funeral services were at 11:00 am at Yorkville Cemetery with Bro. F. T. Patton officiating. Survivors include her husband James M. Moore of Newbern; a daughter Brandi Walker of Newbern; two sisters,Anita Slaughter White of Newbern, Tn and Susan Williams of Olive Branch, Ms.; 4 Grandchildren. ...

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Tara Jo Stover

January 04, 1981 – December 03, 2009

Tara Jo Stover, 28, of Newbern, died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.

She was a counselor for Tennessee Vocational Rehab Center, a member of the Dyersburg High School Class of 1999, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Union University in 2005 and a Master's degree in Community Counseling from the University of Tennessee-Martin in 2009, and performed volunteer work for Young Life, Life Choices, Transitions and Camp Rising Sun.

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Earl William Thurmon

December 29, 1917 – November 29, 2009

Earl Thurmon, 91, of Obion, died Sunday, Nov. 29. 2009, at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

He was a retired employee of GTE Sylvania, a member of Cat Corner Church of Christ, trained hunting bird dogs, raised quail and was an avid hunter.

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Pauline Faye Cook

November 29, 2009

Pauline Faye Cook, 71, of Tiptonville, died Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009 at Jackson Regional Hospital. She was a homemaker and a seamstress and a member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church.

Services will be at 2:30 p.m. today at Tiptonville First Baptist Church with the Rev. Steve Carr, the Rev. Johnny Chessor and the Rev. Kenny Chessor officiating. Burial will be in New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Mary Joy Click

October 06, 1925 – November 29, 2009

Joy Copeland Click, age 84, of Tuscaloosa, AL, died November 29, 2009, at Forest Manor Nursing Home. Visitation for Ms. Click will be from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 5, 2009 at Curry Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow the in Curry Chapel at 11:00 with Dr. Phillip Cook officiating. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her father, Vivan Smith Pete"" Copeland; mother

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James Lewis "Jimmy" Putman

April 05, 1936 – November 27, 2009

James Lewis "Jimmy" Putman, 73, of Bonicord, died Friday, Nov. 27, 2009 at his residence.

He was a dairy farmer, a member of Miller's Chapel Church of Christ, past president and coach in Dixie Youth Baseball programs for 29 years, chairman of the Dyer County Zoning Board, chief of Bonicord Fire Department and former Dyer County Commissioner.

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Loyce Erlene Ellis

December 01, 1930 – November 27, 2009

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Curtis Gladden

January 28, 1952 – November 26, 2009

Curtis Gladden, 57, of Newbern, died Thursday, Nov. 26, 2009 at Alive Hospice in Nashville. He was owner of Deals 'R' Us and a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Dyersburg Funeral Home with Bro. Calvin Smith and Bro. Leonard Ballinger officiating. Burial will be in Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery.

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Tina Turner Mcelyea

February 27, 1959 – November 24, 2009

Tina Turner McElyea, 50, of Memphis, formerly of Ridgely, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 at the Regional Medical Center.

She was a certified nursing assistant, a member of Ridgely First Baptist Church, loved taking care of others, especially the elderly, worked at nursing homes for years and graduated in 1977 from Lake County High School.

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Emma Lou Tinsley

May 01, 1933 – November 24, 2009

Emma Lou Tinsley, 76, of Tiptonville, died Monday, November 24, 2009 at her residence.

She was retired as a cook for Marquette Transporation Company and a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church.

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Tressie Marie Pruitt Parker

November 19, 1929 – November 23, 2009

Tressie Marie Pruitt Parker, 80, of Hornbeak, died Monday, Nov. 23, 2009 at Obion County Nursing Home in Union City.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ.

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Bobby Ray Copeland

July 21, 1930 – November 21, 2009

Bobby Ray Copeland, 79, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was retired as an electrician for Wilson Sporting Goods, a member of Cornerstone Church of God and an Army veteran of the Korean War.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Dyersburg Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Davis and Bro. Lynn Drumwright officiating. Burial will be in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Virginia Jarred Williamson

August 07, 1919 – November 21, 2009

Virginia Jarred Williamson, 90, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009 at Oakwood Community Living Center.

She was retired as a Bookkeeper for Pacific Valve Company in Long Beach, CA., a member of First Christian Church, a former bookkeeper for Western Auto National Office in Los Angeles, CA. and a member of the Eastern Star.

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Elma Jean Shull

September 14, 1929 – November 21, 2009

Mrs. Elma Jean Shull, 80, of Ridgely, Tennessee died Saturday, November 21, 2009 at her residence. She was a member of the Abundant Life Church, a retired bookkeeper and a member of the Board of the Ridgely Public Library. Funeral services for Mrs. Shull will be at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at the Abundant Life Church in Ridgely, TN with Reverend David Gray and Dr. William Oakley officiating. Interment will follow in New Haven Cemetery. Visitation was held from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M., Monday, November 23, 2009 at the church. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Shull is survived by her husband, Robert T. Shull, Sr., of Ridgely; a daughter, Lou Ann Criswell of Newbern; a son, Dr. Robert T. Shull, Jr., of Memphis; two sisters, Dorothy O'Neal of Houston, TX and Jo Robbins of Dyersburg; one brother, Michael Woody of Dyersburg; and one grandchild, Sarah Criswell of Newbern. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Robbie Woodard Woody and a brother, Jimmy Woody. Pallbearers will be Trent Patterson, Kent Patterson, Paul Bargery, David Rhodes, Mike Hamra and David Mooring. The family request any memorials be directed to the Ridgely Public Library, 134 N. Main Street, Ridgely, TN 38080. Online condolences can be made at: www.curryfuneral.com.

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Hellen Roberta Clymer Heathcott

June 23, 1924 – November 16, 2009

Hellen Roberta Clymer Heathcott, 85, of Dyersburg, died Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 at Gibson County General Hospital.

She was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics, a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ and has been a resident of Dyer Nursing Home for two years.

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Margaret C. Wyatt

June 12, 1918 – November 14, 2009

Mrs. Margaret Watson Wyatt, 91, died Saturday, November 14, 2009, at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center. She was born Wednesday, June 12, 1918 in Dyersburg to Sylvester and Madge Roberts Watson. Margaret and her husband Clifford moved to Whittier, CA in the late 1950s where they co-owned and operated an apartment complex. They returned to Dyersburg to enjoy their retirement years with family and friends. The Wyatt family will receive visitors from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, November 16, 2009 at Curry Funeral Home. Graveside services for Mrs. Wyatt will be held at 2:00 p.m., November 16, 2009 at Fairview Cemetery with Reverend Danny Johnson officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be great-nephews: Judd Reed, Clint Reed, Nathan Newsom, Blake Newsom, Logan Brooks, Clarence Covington, J.D. Newsom, Loren Newsom, Hoyt Newsom, Clark Newsom, Chipper Williams, Nathan Moorefield, and Jared Johnson. She is survived by six nieces: Jennifer Newsom Reed and Lea Newsom Williams of Dyersburg, Bret Newsom Brooks of Martin, TN, Judy Moorefield Covington of Clarksville, TN, Susan Butterworth Rimes of Kentwood, LA, and Donna Orr Willoughby of Ruidoso, NM,; four nephews: Michael Moorefield of Clarksville, TN, Bill Newsom, Jr., Jim Newsom, and Danny Johnson all of Dyersburg. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, Wilma Wyatt of Oklahoma City, OK; two grandchildren: Raye Hill of Tuttle, OK and Thomas Wyatt of Minneapolis, MN and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Wyatt; her son, Bobby Wyatt; her parents Sylvester and Madge Watson; five sisters, Jacqueline Newsom, Lucy Boatright, Violet Moorefield, Temp Butterworth, and Shine Watson; and, two brothers, Nick Watson and Edward Watson. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences may be given at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Frances Rebecca Baker Wright

October 01, 1920 – November 11, 2009

Frances Rebecca Baker Wright, 89, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.

She was a retired sales clerk for Green's Jewelry Store, a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ, member of Senior Circle and former Girl Scout leader.

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Lavern Wilson

April 06, 1927 – November 11, 2009

Mrs. Lavern Wilson, 82, Dyersburg, TN died Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was retired. Services will be at 1:00 p.m.Friday, November 13, 2009 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Rev. Ronnie Sanders officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 12th at the funeral home. Survivors include her two daughters, Jackie Pierce and Brenda Kindle of Dyersburg, TN: two sons, J.L. Wilson of Dyersburg, TN, Johnny Wilson of Tulsa, OK: a sister, Shirlene Garner of Quinlan, TX: 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Johnnie Clarence Wilson; one son, James Larry Wilson her parents, Arthur & Lealer Sweat Evans, two sisters, Kathleen Sanders and Eunice Allison; two brothers, Raymond Evans and Ray Evans; a grandson, Jason Hays and a granddaughter, Tabitha Wilson. Pallbearers will be Billy Pierce, Jason Turnbo, Scott Wilson, Michael Wilson, Ricky Sanders and Chad Kindle. Honorary pallbearers will be Tony Kindle and David Barker. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Imogene K. Turner

August 13, 1936 – November 10, 2009

Mrs. Imogene L. Turner, 73, Ridgely, TN died Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was an anesthesia technician for many years. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include her son, Lyman H. Turner, Jr. of Ridgely, TN, 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lyman H. Turner, Sr., 1 son, Lynnwood Turner, her parents, Hank and Helen Kendrick and several brothers and sisters. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Ruth J. Gladden

May 14, 1922 – November 07, 2009

Mrs. Ruth J. Gladden, 87, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Gladden was a Baptist and a homemaker. Graveside Services will be at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in Sorrell's Chapel Cemetery, Dyersburg, Tennessee with the Reverend Calvin Smith officiating. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation for Mrs. Gladden was held Monday, November 9th at Curry Funeral Home. She is survived by three sons: Jimmy L. Gladden & James "Noot" Gladden both of Dyersburg, TN and Curtis Gladden of Newbern, TN; 10 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Gladden; two sons, Billy Joe Gladden and Wayne Thomas Gladden; her parents, Joe & Minnie French Dycus; and a granddaughter, Tina M. Gladden. Pallbearers will be Bobby Ables, Dwayne Anderson, Bryan Anderson, Stanley Robertson, Stanley Ward and James "Bubba" Hedgepath. Honorary pallbearers will be Curtis "L.C." Gladden, Jr. and J. R. Hale. Online condolences may be given at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Donna Ables

August 17, 1959 – November 06, 2009

Donna Ables, 50, of Dyersburg, died Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 at her residence. She was a private sitter.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Dyersburg Funeral Home with the Rev. Mac Daniels officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.

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Linda Long

November 06, 2009

Linda Long, 56, of Finley, died Friday, Nov. 6, 2009 at her sister's residence in Dyersburg.

She was a homemaker.

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Willaim Roland Green

September 05, 1925 – November 06, 2009

William Roland Green, 84, of Dyersburg died Friday, November 6, 2009 at his residence. Roland was born Saturday, September 5, 1925 in Dyersburg to William Chester and Allene Pewett Green. He had one sister, Jeanette Boatright, who preceded him in death. He was a member of the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Dyersburg and a retired security guard at Dyersburg Fabrics. The Green family will receive visitors from 12 until 2 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2009 at Curry Funeral Home. Graveside services for Mr. Green will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2009, in Fairview Cemetery with Reverend Ryan Boatright officiating. He is survived by his brother-in-law, T.E. "Pete" Boatright of Dyersburg; his niece, Laura Ann Maroney and husband Sid of Sequim, WA; nephews Mike Boatright and wife Pat of Jackson, Randy Boatright and wife Becky of Dyersburg, and Tommy Boatright and wife Gina of Dyersburg. He was preceded in death by his parents William Chester and Allene Green and his sister, Jeanette Boatright. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to First Cumberland Presbyterian Church Benevolence Fund, 2280 Parr Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024.

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Joe A. Underwood

October 22, 1941 – November 04, 2009

Mr. Joe A. Underwood, 68, Dyersburg, TN died Wednesday, November 4,, 2009 at his residence. He was retired from Excel Polymers and a member of Living Church of God. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 6, 2009 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Mr. Rick Beam officiating. Burial will be in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judith (Judy) Underwood of Dyersburg, 1 daughter, Karen Underwood Smith and husband Michael of Huntsville, AL, 1 sister, Lurlene Luttrell of Gibson, TN, 2 brothers, Houston Underwood and Melvin Underwood of Newbern, TN and 1 grandson, Brad Smith of Huntsville, AL. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Leon Underwood and Hubert Underwood and his parents, Fred and Lizzie Brashier Underwood. Pallbearers will be Mike Underwood, Brent McBride, Rodney Underwood, Dwayne Luttrell, Thurman Robinson and Roger McBride. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com

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Beatrice Ligon Thurmon

October 28, 1923 – November 03, 2009

Beatrice Ligon Thurmon, 86, of Obion, died Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 at her residence. She was a homemaker, a member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely and a member of Ridgely Jr. Woman's Club.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Dyersburg Funeral Home - Ridgely Chapel with Parks Thurmon and Ray B. Thurmon officiating. Burial will be in New Haven Cemetery.

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