John W. "Bill" Thrasher

John W. "Bill" Thrasher, 80, died on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, May 8, 1945, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Carl Thrasher and the late Edna Morrow Thrasher. Bill was a proud United States Navy veteran who served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. He was assigned to the USS Sumner County, and anyone who knew Bill understood how much his service meant to him. He carried ...

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Karyn N. Long-Taylor

Karyn N. Long-Taylor, 47, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Tri-Star Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Born Saturday, November 18, 1978 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Long and the late Priscilla Greene Long. Karyn will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother, whose greatest joy in life was the time she spent with her family. She was always present—encouraging, supporting, and ...

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Johnny Earl Vickers

Johnny Earl Vickers, 81, of Trenton, Tennessee, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his residence. Born Friday, May 5, 1944, at the Halls Air Force Base in Halls, Tennessee, he was the son of the late John Wilson Vickers and the late Lilly Omega Fielden Vickers. Johnny proudly served his country in the Tennessee National Guard. Over the years he worked at Dyersburg Fabrics and later at Trenton Mills. He also served as the maintenance employee at the 4-H Camp in Milan, where he enjoyed ...

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Virginia Estelle Stewart Tippit

Virginia Estelle Stewart Tippit, 92, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, May 7, 1933, in Troy, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Odie B. Sampson and the late Ora Ann Lee Sampson. Mrs. Tippit was a dedicated worker throughout her life. She was employed at Roland Manufacturing in Ridgely and later at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville, where her sweet spirit and gentle ...

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Barbara Annette Hall Dowling

December 24, 1938

Barbara Annette Hall Dowling, 88, of Yorkville, TN., passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. Barbara was born on December 24, 1938, in Dyer County, to Evelyn and Cecil Hall. Barbara was known for her strong work ethic and desire to help others. Early in life, she was a church pianist and Sunday school teacher. She was owner of Barbara’s Beauty Shop in Dyersburg. Later, Barbara built and designed homes. She loved her family and enjoyed working in her garden, flower beds and was an ...

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Glenn "Bruiser" Moore

Glenn "Bruiser" Moore, 67, of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, formerly of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Ascension St. Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, Tennessee Born Friday, December 26, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Glenn E. Moore and Nancy Stewart Moore. Glenn was a retired employee of Nissan in Smyrna, Tennessee, where he was known as a hardworking and dedicated employee throughout his years of service. Prior to his career, he ...

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Peggy Jean Weathers

Peggy Jean Weathers, 76, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at her residence. Born Monday, August 15, 1949, in Atlanta, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Emory Lee Weathers and the late Nancy Virginia Shaw Weathers. She dedicated much of her life to caring for children and the elderly, serving as a steady, gentle presence in the lives of those who needed her most. Many children grew up under her watchful eye, and many families found peace ...

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Johnny Hassell Gamble

Johnny Hassell Gamble, 78 of Tigrett, Tennessee died on Monday, March 2, 2026, at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, June 18, 1947, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to the late Thelbert L. Gamble and Ruby P. Sorrell Gamble. A talented musician, music was more than something he enjoyed — it was who he was. As a gifted drummer, he brought energy, passion, and soul to every performance. Whether on a stage or in a simple jam session, Johnny had a way ...

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Dennis J. Cagle

Dennis J. Cagle, 66, of Ridgely, Tennessee, died on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at his residence in Ridgely, Tennessee. Born Sunday, October 18, 1959, in Ridgely, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Clyde Cagle and the late Virginia Staggs Cagle. Dennis was a dedicated employee of Nortek, where he was known for his strong work ethic and reliability. A faithful member of First Baptist Church, Dennis lived his life grounded in faith, family, and simple joys. He loved spending ...

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George Mooney "Little George" Dial

George Mooney Dial, affectionately known as “Little George” to his family and friends, 62, of Union City, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, April 24, 1963, in Memphis, Tennessee, he was the son of the late James Robert "Jimmy" Daniels and Virginia Mooney Dial Chappell. He was adopted and raised by his grandparents, George and Virginia Dial who was known as "Papa" ...

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James Dale Readenour

November 26, 1969

James Dale Readenour, 56, of Meridian, Mississippi, formerly of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Meridian, Mississippi. Mr. Readenour was born on November 26, 1969, to James Readenour and Barbara Alsip. James was a dedicated supervisor at Fairbanks Scales in Meridian, where he was respected for his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. He took great pride in his work and in the team he helped lead. Those who worked ...

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Ike Horn

April 1, 1972

Ike Horn, 54, of the Cloverdale Community in Obion County, Tennessee, died on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Union City, Tennessee. He was born on April 1, 1972, in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Farming was more than a livelihood to Ike—it was a way of life that he truly loved. Whether planting, tending crops, or harvesting, he appreciated the rewards that came through hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Ike spent many years as a valued employee of McIntosh Farms before ...

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Wanda Jean Criswell

September 22, 1944

Wanda Jean Criswell, 81, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Born on September 22, 1944, in Denver, Colorado, she was the daughter of the late Cecil Norris Parker and the late Mildred Lucile Fee Parker. Wanda was a woman of faith, kindness, and quiet devotion to her family and community. She retired from HECO Manufacturing, where she worked for many years as a shipping clerk and formed countless friendships that she ...

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James "Ike" Horn

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Donnie Johnson

Donnie Johnson, 76, of Ridgely, Tennessee, died on Friday, June 12, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Monday, January 16, 1950, in Lake County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Madie Lucille Hearod Johnson and the later Fred Walker Johnson. Donnie was a man who truly loved life and the people who shared it with him. An outdoorsman at heart, he found great joy in hunting and fishing, especially when he was alongside his sons and his special ...

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John Healton

June 18, 1951

John Lanny Healton, 74, of Tiptonville, Tennessee, died Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville. Born on June 18, 1951, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he was the son of the late John W. Healton, Sr. and the late Beidleman Healton. Mr. Healton proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he later worked for many years in the parts department at Garcia Honda in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he was known for ...

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Paul Talmadge Dennison

July 3, 1943

Paul T. Dennison, whose deep Dyer County, TN, roots in family and farming grew into a life of service and respect across the state of Tennessee, went to be with the Lord, June 7, 2026. Mr. Dennison, 82, of Burns, TN, was born July 3, 1943, and died at his home in the loving care of his family. He was retired after more than 30 years of employment with the Tennessee Department of Revenue. He previously worked with his father farming cotton and soybeans on the family farm in Newbern, TN, and ...

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Larry Tubbs

Larry Ray Tubbs, 86, of Weatherford, Texas, died peacefully in his home on May 25th, 2026. Larry was born, along with his twin sister Frances, on the banks of the Mississippi river in Dyersburg, TN in 1939 to Lonnie and Bonnie Tubbs. In his youth, he enjoyed playing baseball and other sports. Eventually he left the nest and joined the Army, where he served several years at home and abroad, and was honorably discharged. After his service, he had a distinguished career in sales, ...

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Everett Samuel Lyle

March 17, 1927

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Nettie Thomason Cole

Nettie Thomason Cole, 85, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Monday, June 1, 2026, at her residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Saturday, June 8, 1940, in Newbern, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Joffre Thomason and the late Freeda Hardin Thomason. Nettie devoted many years of her life to serving others through her work. She began her career at All-Wear Manufacturing before joining Burch Foods, where she worked as a route controller for many years until her retirement. ...

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Martha "Mawee" Turner

Martha Turner "Mawee", 90, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, June 1, 2026, at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, March 4, 1936, in Chic, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Lee "Duck" Vestal and the late Irene Geneva Bizzle Vestal "Snoody". "Mawee," was a woman whose life was defined by faith, hard work, love, and devotion to her family. She retired after twenty-seven years of dedicated service in ...

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Brenda S. Campbell

February 12, 1945

Brenda Sue Campbell, 81, of Hornbeak, Tennessee, died on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Signature Health in Ridgely, Tennessee. She was born on February 12, 1945, in Lake County, Tennessee, to the late William Harry Tate and the late Ruby Pearl Turner Tate. Following her graduation, she moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she began a successful career with Motorola. Through her dedication and professionalism, she was later transferred to Memphis, Tennessee, where she served as an office manager. ...

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Walton "Walt" Moore, Sr.

Walton "Walt" Andrew Moore, Sr., 92, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, January 16, 1934, in Centeridge (McNairy County), Tennessee, he was the son of the late Howard Moore and the late Bessie Tull Moore. Mr. Moore was known throughout the community as "Mr. Walt." He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War Era and continued his commitment to military service with ...

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Paul T. Green, Jr.

March 1, 1943

Paul T. Green, Jr., 83, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the home of his son in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Born on March 1, 1943, in Dyer County, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Paul Green, Sr. and the late Dorothy Mae Hall Green. Paul proudly served his country in the Tennessee National Guard for ten years, a commitment that reflected his deep sense of duty and patriotism. He was also a dedicated businessman and the longtime owner and operator of ...

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Marty Madden

Marty Madden, 75, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Sunday, December 31, 1950, in Corinth, Mississippi, he was the son of the late Frank Irwin Madden and the late Joann Johnson Madden McDaniel. Mr. Madden was a lifelong educator, coach, athlete, and mentor whose love for sports and dedication to young people left a lasting impact on every community he served. A graduate of Millington High School, ...

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John Jeffrey Little

John Jeffrey Little, 68, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at his residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Thursday, April 17, 1958, in Scott City, Kansas, he was the son of the late John Riley Little and the late Mary Jane Shockey Little. John was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and considered it one of the greatest honors of his life to have served his country. His patriotism, discipline, and dedication shaped the man he became and remained evident ...

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Sarah B. James

Sarah B. James, 82, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Regional One Medical in Memphis, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, February 9, 1944, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Leitherland and Myrtle Anderson Leitherland. Mrs. James dedicated many years of service as a quality technician for Quebecor World, where she was known for her strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence. She took pride in her work and ...

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Debera Jane Buckelew

Debera Jane Cashion Buckelew, 73, of Dyer, Tennessee, died on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, May 6, 1953, in Lake County, Tennessee, she was one of eleven children born to the late Isom Cox. Sr. and the late Lula Jane "Janie" Stokes Cox. Mrs. Buckelew devoted her life to caring for others through her work as a nurse. She began her nursing career as an LPN at Obion County General Hospital in ...

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Lisa D. Thompson

Lisa D. Thompson, 65, of Newbern, Tennessee, died on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born Monday, November 28, 1960 in Dyer County, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jerry Manley Thompson, Sr. and the late Margaret N. Pleasant Broglin. Lisa was a woman who found joy in life’s quiet and meaningful moments. She especially loved reading, and one of her greatest pleasures was sharing stories with her ...

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