Jane Tubbs Moody Cherry

January 12, 1944

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane Tubbs Moody Cherry, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, who left this world on Saturday, October 19, 2024. She was surrounded by her family at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Jane was born on January 12, 1944, in Boothspoint, Tennessee, to the late Fred Burns Tubbs and Lottie Lucas Tubbs. She was welcomed into eternal rest by her beloved parents and five cherished siblings: three sisters—Andrella Tubbs, Martha ...

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William O Warner

William O. Warner, 86, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Friday, October 18, 2024, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Saturday, March 19, 1938, in Humboldt, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Clayton Lionel Warner and the late Bertha Estelle Walker Warner. Mr. Warner was a retired security guard of the Haywood Company. Cremation services for Mr. Warner are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by one son, Brian Warner (Kathy) of Dyersburg, ...

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Robert "Bobby" Overbey

Robert "Bobby" Overbey, 77, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Saturday, February 1, 1947, in Jackson, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Edward "Pete" Overbey and the late Betty Sue Flippin Overbey. Mr. Overbey was a retired employee of Clifco Construction, where he was a heavy equipment operator. Graveside services for Mr. Overbey will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at ...

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Dale Hill

July 24, 1949

Dale Hill, 75, of Saltillo, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville, Tennessee. Born on July 24, 1949, he was the son of the late James William Hill and the late Edna Morris Bishop. Mr. Hill was a retired heavy equipment operator. Cremation services for Mr. Hill are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by one son, Tommy Day of Saltillo, Tennessee; two daughters, Stephanie Price of Michie, Tennessee and Crystal Dale ...

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Mary Evelyn Norsworthy Godwin

April 7, 1952

Mary Evelyn Norsworthy Godwin of Dyersburg, TN went to be with her Lord on October 14, 2024, at Jackson General hospital in Jackson, TN surrounded by family. Mary was born on April 7, 1952, to Harrell and Rebecca Tickle Norsworthy at Obion County hospital in Union City. She and her five loving siblings grew up on a farm in the Templeton community. Holidays were always full of playing card and board games, cooking together, and enjoying delicious meals. Mary and her family attended ...

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Sheilah Bargery

Sheilah Bargery, 77, of Ridgely, Tennessee, died on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Signature Health in Ridgely, Tennessee. Born, August 14, 1947, in Mayfield, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Harold Bennett and the late Virgie French Bennett. Mrs. Bargery was a dedicated employee for the State of Tennessee where she worked for the Tennessee Department of Human Services and as a counselor at Northwest Tennessee Correctional Facility. After retiring from the State of ...

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Kimberly "Kim" Kay Rogers

Kimberly "Kim" Kay Rogers, 53, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, October 14, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Monday, November 23, 1970, she was the daughter of the late Donald Walls and Patricia "Pat" Rainwater Walls. Mrs. Rogers was a homemaker. Visitation for Mrs. Rogers will be held on Thursday, October 17, 2024, from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Cremation services for Mrs. ...

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Sandra Crenshaw

Sandra Crenshaw, 71, of Jackson, Tennessee died on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, November 26, 1952, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late David Crenshaw and Maxine Douglas Crenshaw. Ms. Crenshaw was a retired employee of Walmart and a member of Southside Baptist Church in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Funeral services for Ms. Crenshaw will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in the Chapel ...

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Lonnie Franklin Morgan

Lonnie Franklin Morgan, 82, of Fulton, Kentucky, died on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Anna Mae Residential Hospice House in Murray, Kentucky. Born Saturday, December 20, 1941, in Hickman, Kentucky, he was the son of the late John Franklin Morgan and the late Leoma Powell Morgan. Mr. Morgan was a retired employee of Goodyear in Union City, Tennessee. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Graveside services for Mr. Morgan will be held on ...

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Sarah Frances Cooper

If you need a blueprint for a well-lived life look no further than that of Sarah Frances Cooper. Her story began July 21, 1931, when she was born to proud parents Eula Mae and Arthur Foster Smith in Newbern Tennessee. She grew up in a large close-knit family with her sisters, Mary Lou (Smith) Jones, Mary Ellen (Smith) Welch, Rebecca (Smith) Powell, brother Authur Foster Smith Jr, and niece Frankie (Burnett) Stubberfield. It may come as a surprise to some that as a teenager it was dancing ...

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Janet Mae Kerrick LaRose

July 7, 1942

Janet Mae Kerrick LaRose, 82, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on July 7, 1942, In Royal Oak, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas Kerrick and the late Marjorie Tennett Kerrick. Mrs. LaRose was a dedicated employee of General Motors in Michigan before moving to Tennessee. She later worked as a cosmetologist before going to work for the Dyersburg City School System where ...

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Bobby G. Watson

October 13, 1947

Bobby G. Watson was born on October 13, 1947, to the union of the late Dewitt Watson and Lelia Mae Thacker Watson Lovelace. He received his formal education from Dyersburg City Schools. Bobby spent majority of his adult life in Milwaukee, WI where he worked as an avid welder at EGA Products. Bobby engaged in hunting and fishing and had an enthusiasm for motorcycles. He was a proud member of The Hawks Motorcycle Club, Milwaukee Chapter, which he helped establish in 1977. He enjoyed ...

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Kenneth B. Webb

Kenneth Bryant Webb, 63, of Paris, Tennessee, formerly of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at his residence in Paris, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, June 13, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Joseph Paul Webb, Sr. and the late Betty Jo Wilbanks Page. Mr. Webb was a retired truck driver and proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Cremation services for Mr. Webb are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is survived by his ...

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Baxter Creed LaRue

Baxter Creed LaRue, the beloved son of Trenton "Trent" Walker LaRue and Kaylee Maddison Wallace, is now resting safely in the arms of Jesus. Baxter was born at Fort Sanders Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee on May 12, 2024, and was received into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Baxter may have been a part of our lives for only a short amount of time, but his blessing will live in our hearts forever. In Celebration of Baxter's life, a service will ...

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Mary Jane Roberts Reagan

Mary Jane Roberts Reagan, 79, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at her residence, surrounded by family. Born Wednesday, October 4, 1944, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jack Roberts and the late Mary Helen McDowell Roberts. Mrs. Reagan was a member of Newbern Assembly of God Church and a former member of Joy Fellowship in Dyersburg, Tennessee. She served as a bookkeeper for the family business, Reagan Enterprises for many years. Family was ...

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Ardella Meeks

Ardella Meeks, 88, of Dyersburg, Tennessee (formerly of Palmersville, Tennessee) died on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on Thursday, November 7, 1935, in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late John Vernon Joslin and the late Gurtha Mae Pratt Joslin. Mrs. Meeks was a member of Hodges Chapel Church in Palmersville, Tennessee. She was a former employee of Kellwood Manufacturing in Dresden, Tennessee, Martin Manufacturing in ...

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Edna Faye West Stover

Edna Faye West Stover, 87, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, peacefully at her home and surrounded by family. Born Saturday, July 17, 1937, in Newbern, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late J. D. West and the late Edna Maureen Phillips West. Ms. Stover was a lifelong resident of Newbern and the proud owner of Stover's Drapery for over fifty years, with her work and talent being sought out by customers from Ohio to Florida. Ms. Stover (or Ms. Faye, as ...

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Valner Fay Medeiros

Valner Fay Medeiros, 90, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Monday, August 20, 1934, in Crosby, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Rembert Edwin Montgomery and the late Hallie Irene Ray Montgomery. Mrs. Medeiros spent most of her life in California, where she worked as a telephone operator for Pacific Bell, before moving with her family to Tennessee. She enjoyed gardening and had a special love for pink roses. In her ...

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Sebern William Curtis, Jr.

Sebern William Curtis, Jr., 72, of Friendship, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born, Wednesday, March 19, 1952, in Crockett County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Sebern William Curtis, Sr. and the late Willie Lou Wyatt Curtis. Mr. Curtis lived his entire life in the farming community and was a retired farmer for Walker Farms in Friendship, Tennessee. When he wasn't in the field farming you could ...

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Frances Rebekah Vernon Hopper

Frances Rebekah Vernon Hopper, 98, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at her residence. Born Wednesday, August 18, 1926, in Trenton, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Ernest R. Graves and the late Mary Ann Dawson Graves. Mrs. Hopper was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics. Mrs. Hopper was known for her kind, caring, joyous personality and her devotion to her family. Funeral services for Mrs. Hopper will be held on Friday, September 27, 2024, at ...

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Benjamin "Frank" Inman

Benjamin " Frank" Inman, 80, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Friday, September 20, 2024, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, June 14, 1944, in Jackson, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Joseph Franklin Inman and the late Cynthia Viola Morris Patterson. Mr. Inman was self-employed. Cremation services for Mr. Inman are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Inman will be held at a later ...

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Bobby Ralph Rushing

Bobby Ralph Rushing, 71, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation of Dyersburg. Born on Tuesday, July 6, 1954, in Dyersburg, he was the son of the late Malcom Paul Rushing and the late Doris Greer Rushing. For forty years, Bobby proudly owned and operated KC’s One-Stop in Dyersburg, where he became a familiar and friendly face to many in the community. Bobby was a true free spirit, a hardworking and selfless man who deeply loved ...

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Vania Chantele Lewis

Vania Chantele Lewis, 52, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Regional One Medical in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Monday, September 24, 1973, in Houston, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Clifton Lewis and Idell Hill Lewis. Vania found her greatest peace outdoors, where the beauty and quiet solitude of nature brought comfort to her soul. She loved spending time outside, whether planting flowers, tending to her landscaping, or simply enjoying the ...

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Annie Frances Howe

Annie Frances Walker Howe, 88, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, formerly of Hornbeak, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg, Hospital. Born Friday, September 24, 1937, in Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Walker and the late Norena Hamilton Walker. She worked in the cafeteria for the South Pemiscot County School System, where she took pride in caring for the children of her community and made lasting friendships with faculty and ...

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Mary Hyer

Mary Ann Hyer, 86 of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Okeena Health and Rehabilitation of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, November 14, 1939, in Giles County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late W. S. Wales and Cleo Weldon Wales. Mary Ann was a former nurse’s aide at the Bells Nursing Home in Bells, Tennessee, where she was known for the love, compassion, and gentle care she gave to each resident. She considered her work more than a ...

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Symphoni MyLondyn Williams

November 23, 2025

Symphoni My’Londyn Williams, two-month-old daughter of James Matthew Tailor Mathina and Ameriauna Nicole Patrica Jo-nyia Williams of Dyersburg, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Kentucky. Born on November 23, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee, Symphoni was a precious gift whose brief time on earth filled the hearts of her family with immeasurable love. Though her days were few, the joy she brought will forever echo in the ...

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Jere Michael Simpson

August 27, 1954

Jere Michael Simpson, 71, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on August 27, 1954, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Newt Simpson, Jr. and the late Geraldine Smith Simpson. Mr. Simpson was a retired factory employee who worked for Honeywell, Dyersburg Fabrics, Trenton Mills, and Nordyne during his career. He was a faithful and devoted ...

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Johnny Don Ford

Johnny Don Ford, 77, of Ridgely, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. He was born on Sunday, June 20, 1948, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Noan Ford and the late Etta Kent Ford. Mr. Ford proudly served his country in the United States Army. Following his military service, he later worked as a diesel mechanic with Warner Trucking and C and W Motors. Johnny was known for his stubborn nature and ...

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Tina Dawn Vestal

Tina Dawn Vestal, 52, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, June 13, 1973 in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Tina was a free spirit who found her greatest joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved being outdoors, especially grilling. The beach was one of her favorite places, where she could relax. Music filled her days and lifted her spirits. Above all, Tina treasured the precious time she spent outside ...

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Stephen Francis Palmer

Stephen Francis Palmer, 35, of Ripley, Tennessee died on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in Covington, Tennessee. Born Monday, November 5, 1990, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he was a former employee of NSK. Stephen was a true outdoorsman at heart. He found his greatest peace in the woods and on the water, whether he was duck hunting at daybreak, deer hunting in the quiet of the fall woods, or casting a line while fishing with friends. Nature wasn’t just a hobby for Stephen—it ...

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Maxwell Simms "Max" Maddox, Jr.

Maxwell Simms "Max" Maddox, Jr., 81, died on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Monday, July 10, 1944, in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Maxwell Simms Maddox, Sr. and the late Margie Heckle Maddox. Mr. Maddox was the longtime owner of Maddox Sales Company, serving as a manufacturers’ agent, and remained actively involved in his work until September 2025. He attended the University of ...

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Titus Anderson Geyer

Titus Anderson Geyer, infant son of Joshua Gary Geyer and Katelynn Rose Albert Geyer, was born into the loving arms of his family and gently carried into the arms of the angels at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Though his time on earth was brief, he was deeply loved and will forever remain in the hearts of those who awaited his arrival.” A Candlelight Memorial to honor his memory will be held at a later date and will be announced by ...

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Toni Nicole Kosakowski

Toni Nicole Kosakowski, 29, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Friday, February 6, 2026, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. A Celebration of Life Service for Ms. Kosakowski will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, February 13, 2026, in the Chapel of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Officiating this service will be Steven Spires. Visitation will be held on Friday from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made to the family ...

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Julia "Judy" Hassell Oliver

May 7, 1941

Julia “Judy” Hassell Oliver, born May 7, 1941, peacefully departed this life on February 4, 2026, while residing at Harlan Morris Retirement Home in Trenton, Tennessee, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was a faithful member of Union Methodist Church in Trenton and later renewed her Christian faith at Doris Chapel Church of Christ. She was born in Nebo, Tennessee, to the late Louie and Maudie Crouch. Judy was a hardworking and dedicated business owner who proudly operated ...

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Bobby Gene "Boobie" Winstead

Bobby Gene "Boobie" Winstead, 64, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at his residence. Born Wednesday, January 24, 1962, in South Fulton, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Billy Lee Winstead and the late Betty Jean Hawks Winstead. Mr. Winstead was a former employee of World Color Press and Ermco and was known for his “handyman” skills. A mechanic and carpenter, he could fix almost anything and was always willing to help. He ...

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Stacy Warren Hassell

Stacy Warren Hassell, 56, of Yorkville, Tennessee died on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at his residence in Yorkville, Tennessee. Born Friday, October 17, 1969, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Kenneth K. Hassell and Nelda Uselton Hassell. Stacy was a former employee of World Color Press and NSK, where he was known as a dedicated employee. He enjoyed working with wood and engraving, taking pride in creating handcrafted pieces that reflected his skill and patience. He had ...

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Phillip Lewis Waller

October 31, 1957

Phillip Lewis Waller, 68, of Newbern, Tennessee, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Okeena Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. He was born October 31, 1957, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to Barbara Hall and the late Bobby Waller. Phil was a graduate of Dyersburg High School class of 76 where he was an outstanding member of the DHS Trojan Band, mastering both, the trombone and tuba. He had a beautiful bass voice. He was president of D. E.C.A. He attended MTSU. Anyone who ...

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Mary Josephine "Jo" Nicks

Mary Josephine "Jo" Nicks, 85, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, September 25, 1940, in Obion County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late John Thomas Hickerson and the late Thelma May Beasley Hickerson. Mrs. Nicks devoted many years of her life to working and serving her community. She was employed with Salant & Salant for ten years, followed by thirteen years with All Wear ...

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Robert DeWitt Eddlemon

Robert DeWitt Eddlemon, 83, of Trimble, Tennessee died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at his residence in Trimble, Tennessee. Born Friday, December 11, 1942, in Gibson County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Fred Eddlemon and the late Dora Gable Eddlemon. Robert married the love of his life, Jan Dotson Eddlemon, on July 3, 1963, and together they shared many happy and blessed years until her passing on August 8, 2020. Their life together was filled with laughter, music, good ...

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Douglas Eugene "Doug" Bettencourt, Jr.

Douglas Eugene "Doug" Bettencourt, Jr., 55, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, March 25, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Douglas Eugene Bettencourt, Sr. and the late Patricia Diane Gray Bettencourt. He was a loving husband who treasured his family and took great pride in his children and grandchildren, who brought him endless joy. He especially ...

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Linda Davis

Linda Davis, 66, of Memphis, Tennessee, died on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville, Tennessee. Ms. Davis was a former security guard. Cremation services for Mrs. Davis are under the direction of Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. Johnson-Williams Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Linda Davis. Online condolences may be made to the family at johnsonwilliamsfuneralhome.com

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Bill "PA" Hadden

Bill "PA" Hadden, 75, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, June 28, 1950, in Flora, Illinois, he was the son of the late John Arthur Hadden, Sr. and the late Elinor Irene Swagger Hadden. Known affectionately by many as “Pa,” this cherished name began with his grandchildren but quickly became the name he was known by to their friends and to ...

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Eddie "Transmission Man" Neisler

Eddie "Transmission Man" Neisler, 56, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, April 6, 1969, in Union City, Tennessee. Eddie was a hardworking and devoted employee of B and M Wrecker Services, where he was known for his strong work ethic, dependability, and willingness to lend a helping hand. Through the years, he built not only a career there, but also lasting ...

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Dylan Heath Griffin

December 11, 1992

Dylan Heath Griffin, 33, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. He was born on December 11, 1992, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Dylan was employed with Nortek in Dyersburg, where he was known as a hard worker and a dependable friend. Outside of work, Dylan loved the outdoors and had a passion for four-wheelers and mudding. He was truly the life of the party. He had a fun-loving spirit and a ...

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Thomas "Tommy" Vandergriff, Jr.

Thomas "Tommy" Vandergriff, Jr., 82, of Trimble, Tennessee died on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his residence. Born Friday, September 10, 1943, in Ripley, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Thomas Vandergriff, Sr. and the late Nellie Katherine Daniels Vandergriff. Tommy Vandergriff was a devoted family man and cherished friend who lived life with adventure, passion, and a love for the simple joys that brought people together. He was a man of faith, and a member of ...

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Sylvia Pledge Cunningham

Sylvia Pledge Cunningham, 81, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at her residence. Born Wednesday, October 25, 1944, in Newbern, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Burton Cherry Pledge and Georgia Pope Pledge. Sylvia retired after many years of service as Cafeteria Manager at Trimble Elementary School. In that role, her kindness, sweet smile, and caring nature left a lasting impression on countless children. She formed many meaningful friendships ...

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James Ezra "Eddie" Austin

James Ezra "Eddie" Austin, 88, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Sunday, March 28, 1937, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late R. L. Austin and the late VeOnnia Leach Austin. Eddie Austin was born and raised in Dyer County, Tennessee, where he spent the majority of his life surrounded by the land, people, and traditions he loved. He made his home near his family on Austin Road in ...

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Linda Sanchez

December 17, 1954

Linda Sanchez, 71, of Hornbeak, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Linda was born on December 17, 1954, and raised in Chicago, Illinois, where her bold personality, quick humor, and independent spirit first began to shine. Those qualities stayed with her throughout her life. Later, she made her home in Hornbeak, Tennessee, where she created a life filled with love, loyalty, laughter, and strong ...

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