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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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