Doris Jean (Jeanie) Weaver

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Doris Jean (Jeanie) Weaver of Fort Myers, FL on the evening of August 23, 2024 at the age of 83. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, cousin & a caring friend to many. At the time of her death, she was being lovingly cared for by Vitas Solaris Hospice in Naples, FL. Born in Chattanooga, TN on August 3, 1941, Jeanie was the daughter of the late Francis (Frank) C. Perot & the late Helen I. (Robison) Perot. She was raised in ...

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Neioka Jean Bastin

Neioka Jean Bastin, 50, of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Friday, August 23, 2024, at her residence. Born Sunday, August 4, 1974, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Tommy Lloyd Burns and the late Linda Jean Whitlow Burns. Neioka was a very loving, loyal, honest, strong, bold, caring, old fashioned soul tell it like it is kind of woman who loved her family. Loved spending time with family, her babies, aka, her grandchildren the most. Just having her babies ...

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Bobby Gene Gregory

February 15, 1937

Bobby Gene Gregory, 87, of Alamo, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at Bells Nursing Home and Rehabilitation in Bells, Tennessee. He was born February 15, 1937, to the late Guy Gregory and the late Aliene King Gregory. Bobby was born and raised in Trimble, Tennessee. He graduated from Trimble High School and the University of Tennessee-Martin, excelling in basketball in both places. After graduating from the University of ...

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Patricia Darlene Bennett

Patricia Darlene Bennett, 62, of Fulton, Kentucky died on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Monday, January 29, 1962 in Lake County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late George Daniel Kelsey and the late Sarah Ann Morton Kelsey. Mrs. Bennett was a home-maker. Cremation services for Mrs. Bennett are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. She is survived by her husband, Jim David Bennett of Fulton, ...

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Mazikeen Evelyn-Joan Canada

Mazikeen Evelyn-Joan Canada, infant daughter of Peyton Canada and Audry Faith Morgan, of Friendship, Tennessee was born Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee and was welcomed into heaven by the angels. Funeral services for Mazikeen will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 23, 2024, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Officiating the service will be Bro. Mac Daniels. Interment will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery in Bells, ...

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William "Bubba" Turnbo, Jr.

William "Bubba" Turnbo, Jr., 48, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Saturday, April 17, 1976, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late William L. Turnbo, Sr. and the late Caroline Wright Turnbo. Mr. Turnbo was an employee of Tucker Tire for almost thirty years. Cremation services for Mr. Turnbo are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is ...

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David Allen McGill

David Allen McGill, 61, of Tiptonville, Tennessee died on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at his residence in Tiptonville, Tennessee. Born Saturday, August 25, 1962, in Covington, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Clyde Allen McGill and the late Maryann Ries Gibson. Mr. McGill was a corrections officer at Northwest Correctional Complex in Tiptonville, Tennessee. Cremation services for Mr. McGill are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by one son, Jared ...

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Shelia Diane Walker Cottrell

Shelia Diane Walker Cottrell, 71, of Newbern, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home in Gallatin, Tennessee, on Monday, August 12, 2024. Born Sunday, January 18, 1953, she was the daughter of the late James Garland Walker and the late Patsy Ruth Hill McCarty. Mrs. Cottrell was the retired owner of Diane's Pizza in Newbern, Tennessee. Graveside services for Mrs. Cottrell will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. ...

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Calvin Monroe

Calvin Monroe, 74 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Monday, July 31, 1950, he was the son of the late Frank Loyel Monroe and the late Elsie May Mancel Monroe. Mr. Monroe was an artist. A Celebration of Life Visitation for Mr. Monroe will be held on Friday, August 16, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by one son, Josh Monroe of Nashville, Tennessee; two ...

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Glenda Nell Dowdy

Glenda Nell Dowdy, 66, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee Born Monday, March 3, 1958, in Blytheville, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late James Donald Burkhead and the late Frances Dale Lovelace Burkhead. Mrs. Dowdy was a homemaker. Graveside services for Ms. Dowdy will be held at 1:00 PM on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Officiating the service will be Mr. Patrick S. Williams. ...

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Sylvia "Sivvy" Carroll Hassell

Sylvia Carroll "Sivvy" Hassell, 61, of Yorkville, Tennessee, died on Friday, August 9, 2024, at her residence. Born Sunday, December 30, 1962, in Dearborn, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Billy Ray Carroll and Linda Faye James Zaricor. Mrs. Hassell was the Major Account Manager at Pitney Bowes. She was a great wife, loving mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter. She loved cooking, the times spent at Tom's Creek in Perry County, and gardening, but her most treasured ...

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Cheryl D. Jones

Cheryl Denise Jones, 59, of Finley, Tennessee died on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at her residence in Finley, Tennessee. Born Monday, April 5, 1965, in Memphis, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Roger Gene Chism, Sr. and the late Alice Carpenter Alderidge. Ms. Jones was a homemaker. Cremation services for Mrs. Jones are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. She is survived by three daughters, Shelia Dorse (Phillip) of Finley, Tennessee, Stephanie Mallory Hartwig ...

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James Edward "Pepe" Moore

James Edward "PePe" Moore, 59, of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at his residence in Trimble, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, February 17, 1965, in Obion County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Edward Thomas Moore, Sr. and Linda Scobey Moore. Mr. Moore was a former employee of World Color Press and was a Baptist. Visitation for Mr. Moore will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Cremation ...

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Terry Lynn Sollis

Terry Lynn Sollis, 46, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Born Sunday, December 5, 1977, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Mr. Sollis was a self-employed roofer and carpenter. Graveside services for Mr. Sollis will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 3:00 PM. Officiating this service will be Bro. Kenny Chessor. Visitation for Mr. Sollis will be held on Friday from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by his ...

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Rocky Lee Simmons

Rocky Lee Simmons, 68, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, July 26, 2024, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, March 16, 1956, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Everette Lee Simmons and the late Maybell Johnson Simmons. Mr. Simmons was a retired employee of O'Reilly Auto Parts and a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services for Mr. Simmons will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. ...

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Kenneth Anderson "K.C." Carpenter

Kenneth Anderson "K. C." Carpenter, 63, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, July 20, 1961, he was the son of the late William Ralph Carpenter and the late Myrtle Irene Anderson Carpenter. Mr. Carpenter was an employee of Mike Coleman Heating and Air. He was a graduate of Dyer County High School and the University of Tennessee at Martin. Mr. Carpenter was a member of Center ...

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Debbie Gilliland

Deborah "Debbie" Lorraine Battles Gilliland, 67, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, January 1, 1957, in Ripley, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Lane Battles and the late Eva Brown Battles Phenix (Freeman). Mrs. Gilliland was a former employee of Colonial Rubber DDP where she worked in the molding department. The times that she cherished the most were those spent with ...

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Tommie Ruth Smith

Tommie Ruth Smith, 79, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Friday, September 29, 1944, in Newbern, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Robert Newhouse and the late Hallie Williford Newhouse. Graveside services for Mrs. Smith will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. Officiating the service will Bro. Ray Winstead. ...

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Ola R. Taylor

Ola Ravene Taylor, 69 of Dresden, Tennessee died on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Weakley County Nursing Home. Born Tuesday, July 5, 1955. She was the daughter of the late J.L. Franks. Cremation services for Mrs. Taylor are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. She leaves to cherish her memory, three daughters, Toni Taylor Dean of Tiptonville, Tennessee, Jennifer Taylor Holt of Tiptonville, Tennessee and Becky Taylor; one son Johnny Taylor; four sisters, Peggy Franks, Sarah ...

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J. D. Stephens

J. D. Stephens, 83, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Born Saturday, November 9, 1940, in Finley, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Briscoe Stephens and the late Capitola Flatt Stephens. Mr. Stephens was a retired Federal and State Railroad Inspector, where he worked for thirty years. He was an avid golfer and was a member of West Tennessee Seniors Golf Association. He enjoyed ...

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Bettye Ruth Daniels Dodson

Bettye Ruth Daniels Dodson, 76, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, September 16, 1947, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late James Edward "Ed" Daniels and the late Modessa McDaniel Daniels. Mrs. Dodson was the retired owner of Dyersburg Trophy in Dyersburg, Tennessee. A Celebration of Life service for Mrs. Dodson will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, July 19, ...

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Juanita Baker Taylor Gibson

Juanita Baker Taylor Gibson, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Monday, July 15, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, October 29, 1943, in Ridgely, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Leslie Perry Baker and the late Pearl Mooney Baker. Mrs. Gibson was a retired employee of Kroger. Graveside services for Mrs. Gibson will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Officiating this ...

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Leta Pauline Daniels Sellers

Leta Pauline Daniels Sellers, 80, of Obion, Tennessee died on Monday, July 15, 2024, at her residence. Born Saturday, January 15, 1944, in Sparta, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Leon Denton "D" Daniels and the late Ida Rose Anderson Daniels. Mrs. Sellers was a homemaker. She was a proud OCCHS band booster Granny, dedicated 4-H volunteer leader, and member of Oak Ridge Church of Christ. She was an avid fan of the Tennessee Lady Vols and enjoyed attending the ...

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Geraldine Willis Proud

Geraldine Willis Proud, 91, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Monday, July 15, 2024, at The Bay in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, June 8, 1933, in Newbern, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Dan Willis and the late Alline Barker Willis. Mrs. Proud was a retired employee of All-Wear Manufacturing. After her retirement she became the owner/operator of Geraldine's Florist, where she worked with her husband and daughter. She was member of Glendale Church of ...

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Barbara Joanne Oechsner

Barbara Joanne "Bobbye" Oechsner, 73. of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Thursday, March 7, 1951. In Portland Oregon, she was the daughter of the late Arne Carl Anderson and the late Dorothy Walker Anderson. Mrs. Oechsner was a home-maker. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Serena Lewis (Jeffery) of ...

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Cheryl Lyn Kirby

August 3, 1962

Cheryl Lyn Kirby, 61 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on August 3, 1962, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Billy Arnold Essary, Sr. and the late Mary Hugh Dennis Essary. Mrs. Kirby was a former supervisor for World Color Press. Cremation services for Mrs. Kirby are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Danny Ray ...

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Linda M. Lowrance

May 5, 1951

Linda M. Lowrance, 73, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Dyer Nursing Home in Dyer, Tennessee. Mrs. Lowrance was born on May 5, 1951, in Gibson County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late David Rainey and the late Bernice Faulkner Rainey. She was a retired service representative for A T & T and a member of Mt. Tirzah Baptist Church. Graveside services for Mrs. Lowrance will be held at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg, Tennessee at 2:00 PM on ...

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William Kevin Garner

William Kevin Garner, 64, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, October 21, 1959, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of Bill Garner and the late Peggy Jean McKee Garner. Mr. Garner proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Cremation Services for Mr. Garner are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home He is survived by his father and step-mother, Bill and Wanda Garner of ...

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Albert Hayes Powell

Albert Hayes Powell, 54, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Friday, July 12, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, October 3, 1969, in Walnut Log, Tennessee, he was the son of Ervan Spencer Powell and the late Vickie Grace Elaine Nichols Powell. Mr. Powell was an employee of Colonial Rubber Works of Dyersburg and a former employee of Dyersburg Elevator. Visitation for Mr. Powell will be held on Monday, July 15, 2024, at ...

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Kenneth W. Greene

Kenneth Green, 70, of Tiptonville, Tennessee died Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville, Tennessee. Cremation services for Mr. Greene are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kenneth Greene.

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Linda Tubbs Bell

Linda Tubbs Bell, 75,of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, July 5th, 2024, at AHC of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, March 29th, 1949, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Hugh Mitchell Tubbs and the late Bettye Jean Kenney Tubbs. She was a devoted employee of the Tennessee Department of Employment Security in Dyersburg, Tennessee for many years. She loved her horses, beautiful flowers, and anything with bling. She was a talented artist and enjoyed ...

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Gary Dale Farmer

Gary Dale Farmer, 86, of Trimble, Tennessee died on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at The Bay in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, July 1, 1938, in Logan, West Virginia, he was the son of the late William Howard Farmer and the late Ethel Gibson Farmer. Mr. Farmer was a retired United States Marshall and he proudly served his country in the United States Army. Funeral services for Mr. Farmer will be held at Honaker Funeral Home. Interment will be held at Highland Memory Gardens in Honaker, West ...

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Mary H. Crouch

Mary H. Crouch, 78, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, April 14, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Bob Ronald Hutson and Carrie Hutson Childress. Mrs. Crouch was a retired banker at First Citizens National Bank in Dyersburg, Tennessee. She was a member of Three Oaks Chapel in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Graveside services for Mrs. Crouch will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at ...

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Norma Jean "Jeannie" Arnold

Norma Jean "Jeannie" Arnold, 94, of Yorkville, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Dyer Nursing Home in Dyer, Tennessee. Born Thursday, January 16, 1930, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Charles Edward White and the late Ida Pearl Austin White. Mrs. Arnold was a seamstress and home-maker. She was a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services for Mrs. Arnold will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in the Chapel of ...

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Aylona Danae Johnson

Aylona Danae Johnson, 9, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, June 28, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Friday, October 3, 2014, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of Alfred Dean Johnson, Jr. and Selrea Jean (Hipps)Johnson. Aylona was a student at Dyersburg Intermediate School. Aylona always had a big smile that would light up the room and hugs and kisses to share. She enjoyed spending time on her tablet, ...

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Holland Crouch

Holland Thomas Crouch, 81, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Saturday, April 10, 1943, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Holland Oscar Crouch and the late Ruby Mae Rice Crouch. Mr. Crouch was formerly employed by Rick Hill Nissan. There will be no services or visitation. A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of ...

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Charles Joe Watson

Charles Joe Watson, 87, of Columbia, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born Saturday, November 7, 1936, in Tunica, Mississippi, he was the son of the late Joe Carter Watson and the late Rutha Louise Bingham Watson. Mr. Watson worked for many years as the groundskeeper for Oakview Golf Course in Newbern, Tennessee, where he was affectionally called "Mr. Charlie" by the golfers and his many friends. He proudly ...

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Billy "Randy" Smith, Jr.

Billy "Randy" Smith, Jr., 68, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at AHC of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, June 12, 1956, in Gadsden, Alabama, he was the son of the late Billy R. Smith and the late Shirley Jean Cole Smith. Mr. Smith was a former radio station sales manager in Alabama. Cremation services for Mr. Smith are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived, by one daughter, Brooke Smith Weaver of ...

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Billy Joe Bledsoe

Billy Joe Bledsoe, 69, of Ridgely, Tennessee died on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at his residence in Ridgely, Tennessee. Born Sunday, January 23, 1955, in Bogota, Tennessee. He was the son of the late James Arthur Bledsoe and the late Freddie Mai Preslar Bledsoe. Mr. Bledsoe was a truck driver for Ervin Grain. Funeral services for Mr. Bledsoe will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 28, 2024, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Zion Cemetery in Cloverdale, ...

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Brenda Sue Ditto

Brenda Sue Ditto, 66, of Double Springs, Alabama, formerly of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Hendrix Health and Rehabilitation Center in Double Springs, Alabama. Born Thursday, June 27, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Dalton Charles Ditto and the late Joy Beatrice Davis Ditto. Miss Brenda had a huge heart, loved everyone and gave the most special hugs. She had a kind soul and was a blessing to all she knew. Funeral services for Miss Ditto ...

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Darlene Ferguson Johnson

Darlene Ferguson Johnson, 63, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Saturday, October 8, 1960, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jackie Holland "Jack "Ferguson and the late Tincie Johnston Ferguson. Mrs. Johnson was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics. Graveside services for Mrs. Johnson will be held at 11:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee. ...

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Martha Henderson Lippard

Martha Henderson Lippard, 84, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at the residence of her daughter in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Monday, May 20, 1940, in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Alton Henderson and the late Grace Paxton Henderson. Mrs. Lippard was a childcare assistant for over thirty years at The Learning Center. She enjoyed drag racing and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. She loved to bowl and held many records at the Bel-Air Lanes of ...

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Gordon "Pete" Childrey

Gordon "Pete" Childrey, 84, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, December 24, 1939, in the Edgewood Community, to the late Sidney Childrey and the late Edith Coleman Childrey. Mr. Childrey was the retired owner of Pete's Auto Repair in Newbern, Tennessee. Private graveside services for Mr. Childrey will be held at Church Grove Cemetery in Newbern, Tennessee, at a later ...

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Patty Thurman Via

Patty M. Thurman Via, 85, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Monday, June 17, 2024, at her long-term residence with family by her side. Born Wednesday, May 3, 1939, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Curnie and Lucille Thurman. Mrs. Via was the loving wife of David Via for 64 years. She was a retired school teacher from the Dyer County School System where she taught for more than 25 years. Mrs. Via loved working in her yard taking care of her beautiful flowers and ...

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Maudie A. Bell

Maudie A. Bell, 90, of Yorkville, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Diversicare of Martin in Martin, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, October 4, 1933. in Yorkville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Otis Walker and the late Aliene Stafford Walker Bell. Mrs. Bell was a retired employee of Tokheim and a member of the Yorkville Church of Christ. Mrs. Bell will always be remembered for her sweet smile and kind spirit. Funeral services for Mrs. ...

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George H. "Sonny Brown" Rice, Jr.

George H. "Sonny Brown" Rice, Jr., 83 of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at AHC of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, February 12, 1941, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late George Henderson Rice and the late Lucille Brown Rice Dalton. At a young age he moved to St Louis, Missouri to live with his uncle and aunt, Gus and Mary Brown Wisbar. He began his education in Missouri before returning to Dyersburg to live with his ...

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Diane Boals Moody

Diane Boals Moody, 74, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, June 7, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, June 23, 1949, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Kermit Boals and the late Laura Price Boals. Mrs. Moody was a retired cosmetologist. She was a member of Newbern First Baptist Church. As per her wishes, she asked to be cremated and there will be no public services. She leaves to cherish her ...

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Steven Cecil "Steve" Ross

Steven Cecil "Steve" Ross, 66, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, April 16, 1958, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Cecil Ross and Margaret Dennison Ross Fanning. Mr. Ross was a farmer, former employee of Colonial Rubber Works of Dyersburg, Tennessee and retired employee of the City of Newbern Gas Department. Graveside services for Mr. Ross will be held at 4:00 PM on ...

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