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April 19, 1961 – August 01, 2021
Mr. Mark Walton Irvin, age 60, of Dyersburg, TN passed away Sunday, August 1, 2021 at West Tn Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital after a brave battle with cancer, surrounded by family and loved ones.
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October 02, 1953 – August 01, 2021
Cathy Louise Lovins Burns, 67, of Covington, TN passed away on Sunday, August 1 st , 2021 at her home. Cathy was born on October 2, 1953 in Dyersburg, TN at Baird Brewer Hospital to the late Bud and Louise Lovins.
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July 22, 1926 – July 31, 2021
Daniel Purvis Lay, 95, of Ridgely, TN passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at his residence.
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September 01, 1938 – July 30, 2021
Mr. Billy Lee Winstead, age 82, of Dyersburg, TN passed away Friday, July 30, 2021 at his residence.
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November 28, 1933 – July 29, 2021
Mrs. Martha Nell Newman, age 87, of Gates passed away Thursday, July 29,2021 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Mrs. Martha was born November 28,1933 in Durhamville, TN. She is the daughter of the late Aaron and the late Imogene (Hardy) Queen. Mrs. Martha is survived by three daughters: Susan Newman Scearce of Clarksville, TN, Katherine Meadows of Ripley, TN and Lisa Newman Dunham of Gates, TN, and one son: Clay Newman of Halls, TN; Sister of two sisters: Glenda McCaleb of Fairview, TN and Darlene Turner Newton of Ripley, TN, and two brothers: James Queen of Memphis, TN and Ronnie Queen of Arlington, TN. She also leaves behind 7 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond Murphy Newman; two sons, Raymond Mckay Newman, and Todd Newman. The funeral will be held 4:00 pm on Saturday, July 31 at Curve Baptist Church, 87 Curve- Woodville Rd, Ripley, TN with Bro. Lynn King officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, July 31 from 2:00pm until 4:00 pm at Curve Baptist Church, 87 Curve-Woodville Rd, Ripley, TN. . Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation JUL 31. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Curve Baptist Church Ripley, TN Service JUL 31. 4:00 PM (CT) Curve Baptist Church Ripley, TN
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April 10, 2010 – July 28, 2021
Mr. Samuel Bing Denman, age 11, of Dyersburg, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He was born April 10, 2010 in Kaili City, China. He and his family attended Northbrook Church in Three-Way TN where he loved participating in the Royal Ambassador program. He was a student in the HomeLife Academy and active in the Light Homeschool co-op group in Dyersburg. He was a fan of football as well as a lover of Star Wars and collector of Legos.
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March 31, 1950 – July 26, 2021
David Miachel Maxwell, age 71, of Hoover, AL, formally of Dyersburg passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 at his residence in Hoover, AL.
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February 04, 1956 – July 26, 2021
Elmer Junior Wilson, 65, of Senath, MO, formerly of Dyersburg, died Monday, July 26, 2021 at Arkansas Methodist Medical Center in Paragould, AR. He was born February 4, 1956 to the late Elmer Theodore and Roxie Mayman Mitchell Wilson. He was disabled.
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January 21, 1939 – July 25, 2021
Mr. Lowell Edmond Tillman Sr., age 82, of Halls passed away Sunday, July 25, 2021 at his home in Halls. Mr. Lowell was born January 21,1939 in Nankipoo, TN. He is the son of the late Lawson Tillman. He was a carpenter by trade. He is survived by a son: Lowell (Luanne Manuel) Tillman Jr. of Halls, TN and his mother Aline (Olds) Smith, a grandson, Stuart Mclemore and a granddaughter, Brittany Tillman Evans. Mr. Lowell was widowed by two wives; Shelton Johnson Tillman and Betty Dunavant Tillman. Mr. Lowell was also preceded in death by a daughter Cheryl Tillman Mclemore. A graveside service will be held 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 27 at Enon Cemetery, 5427 Curve-Nankipoo Rd., Halls, TN with Bro Ron Scott officiating. Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Grave side service JUL 27. 10:00 AM (CT) Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN
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December 10, 1955 – July 23, 2021
Debra Jane Gregory, 65, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at her residence.
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June 09, 1938 – July 22, 2021
Mr. Dale Hutcherson, age 83, of Halls passed away Thursday July 22, 2021. Mr. Hutcherson was born June 9,1938 in Lauderdale Co. He is the son of the late John A. and the late Luna (Prescott) Hutcherson. He was self- employed and worked in salvage. Mr. Dale is survived by his wife: Delores (Dudley) Hutcherson and two daughters: Susan Conrad of Gates, TN and Carlyn Hampton of Dyersburg, TN, Brother of two sisters: Patsy Walton and Rebecca Moore both of Halls, TN, and one brother: Wiley Hutcherson of Halls, TN. He was Preceded in death by two daughters, Vicki Pennington and Janie Hutcherson and 7 brothers and sisters. Mr. Dale also leaves 9 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 15 great-great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 12:30 pm on Saturday, July 24 at Dry Hill Cemetery, Dry Hill Rd., Gates, TN with Bro. Donnie Reed officiating. Calling hours will be Saturday, July 24 from 10am. until 12pm. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation JUL 24. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service JUL 24. 12:30 PM (CT) Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN
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January 13, 1960 – July 22, 2021
Timothy Scott Page, 61, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at his residence.
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August 09, 1952 – July 22, 2021
Judy Goodman, 68, of Ridgely, died Thursday, July 22, 2021 at her residence. Born August 9, 1952, she is the daughter of the late Joel and Cora Roberson Dial. She was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church. Judy was retired from Bancorp South as President.
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January 15, 1941 – July 22, 2021
James Henry “Jim” Carver, 80, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 22, 2021 at The Meridian in Galveston, TX. Born January 15, 1941, he was the son of the late Jones Carver and Rachel Lyons Carver. He retired as CEO of Colonial Rubber. Jim was a member of First Baptist Church.
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May 23, 1966 – July 20, 2021
Melinda Rankin Poole, 55, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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October 24, 1972 – July 18, 2021
It is with great sadness to announce, Billy Ax Mack "Mack Attack" Jones, 48, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 18, 2021. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened.
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May 30, 1931 – July 18, 2021
Edie Harris Ford, 90, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 18, 2021 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Edie was born May 30, 1931 at her grandparents home in Newbern, TN to A.G. Harris, Jr. and M. Porter Harris. She was an active member of the Dyersburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church since 1952 where she served in numerous ways including as President of the Lydia Circle and as a Deacon and Elder. Edie grew up in Lake County where she was crowned Miss Tiptonville and Miss Ridgely. She graduated from Dyersburg High School in 1949 and attended Harriet Sophie Newcomb College of Tulane University where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority and a cheerleader for Tulane University. She was the first National Soybean Festival Queen in 1948. She married her high school sweetheart Jere B. Ford in 1951. She dedicated herself to being a wife and mother. She served as President of the Cotillion Club, Cub Scout Leader, Girl Scout Leader, Four Seasons Garden Club Member, McDowell Music Club, National LOGOS Board of Directors and was a member of her beloved Sewing Circle. Her hobbies included needlework, bridge, and dancing. Her gift was helping people including her visitation ministry.
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May 23, 1944 – July 16, 2021
Ira Earl Parrott, Jr., 77, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at Baptist Hospital in Union City.
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November 19, 1975 – July 16, 2021
Amanda Victoria Dunnam, 45, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
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April 23, 1955 – July 15, 2021
Andrew Ray Windle, Jr., 66, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021 at his residence.
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March 15, 1943 – July 12, 2021
Andrea Joyce Morris, age 78, of Dyersburg, TN passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
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August 02, 1945 – July 12, 2021
Beverley Ann Corner, age 75, of Dyersburg, TN, formally of Columbus, OH passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at her residence.
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September 05, 1959 – July 07, 2021
Demetria Eugenia Westbrook, age 61, of Newbern, TN passed away Wednesday at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis.
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September 28, 1930 – July 06, 2021
Charles Robert Hearod, 90, of Martin, TN, formerly of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Weakley County Nursing Home in Dresden, TN.
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January 13, 1959 – July 06, 2021
Curtis Ray Cummins, age 62, of Tiptonville, TN passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at his residence.
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July 26, 1949 – July 06, 2021
Mr. Richard Leon Bush, of Dyersburg, passed away Tuesday, June 6, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was born July 26, 1949 to the late Leon & Nona Kate Bush in Dyersburg. He served in the United States Air Force as a flight mechanic during the Viet Nam war. He worked for the Dresser Company in Louisiana before returning to Dyersburg and working for Bekaert Inc. as a maintenance mechanic. He was an accomplished woodworker and loved sharing his projects with family and friends. He also was an avid pool player and loved sports.
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February 13, 1961 – July 06, 2021
Mikeaul Rickman, 60, of Ridgely, TN died Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg. Born February 13, 1961, he was the son of the late Sam and Peggy Lyle Rickman.
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May 13, 1937 – July 05, 2021
Mrs. Lola Jeanette Fitzhugh, age 84, of Halls passed away Monday, July 5,2021. Mrs. Lola was born May 13, 1937. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Effie Spain. She is survived by her husband: Bud Fitzhugh, one daughter: Jennifer (David) Blackwood of Halls, TN and three sons: Ronald (Spring) Fitzhugh of Gates, TN, Jerry Fitzhugh of Halls, TN and Scott Fitzhugh of Ripley, TN. She also leaves 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Lola was preceded in death by two sons: Johnnie Paul Spain and Kenneth Fitzhugh and four sisters Lois Gonzales, Hazel Terry, Helen Spain, Marie Jones, and a brother Ray Spain. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 7 at Halls Cemetery, Tigrett St., Halls, TN with Bro William Nichols officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, July 7 from 9am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation JUL 7. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service JUL 7. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040
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November 02, 1992 – July 05, 2021
Erik Travis Jerding, age 28, of Grants Pass, Oregon formerly of Dyersburg, TN passed away Monday, July 5, 2021 at his residence in Oregon. Erik was born on November 2, 1992 to Jesse James Jerding and Christina Marie Barr. He worked as a farmer and rancher while he lived in Oregon.
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August 30, 1927 – July 05, 2021
Frances Hodges, 93, of Dyersburg, died Monday, July 5, 2021 at her daughters residence. Born August 30, 1927, she is the daughter of the late Ira E. and Viola Whitley Kee. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church since 1945. Mrs. Hodges was a retired cook for Dyersburg Middle School.
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March 28, 1953 – July 04, 2021
Johnny Harold Long, 68, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, July 4,2021 at his residence. Born March 28, 1953 on Hardison Street in Ridgely, he is the son of the late Clyde Long and Marie Gray Long. After age five he was raised by his aunt and uncle, Howard and Lucille Barnes. He was a 1970 graduate of Lake County High school where he played football and was a member of the band. He was also a member of Ridgley First Baptist Church.
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May 23, 1957 – July 03, 2021
Ronald Wayne Patterson, 64, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at his residence.
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December 05, 1948 – July 02, 2021
Terry Lee Vance, age 73, of Hebron, IN passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at his residence.
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February 12, 1946 – July 01, 2021
Patsy Reasons, 75, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, July 1, 2021 at her residence. BornFebruary 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Walter Alfonzo and Mary Kathlene Simpson Hudson.
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July 19, 1943 – June 29, 2021
Herman Darrell Uselton, age 77, of Halls passed away Tuesday, June 29,2021 at his home in Frog Jump. Herman Darrell was born July 19,1943 in Frog Jump, TN. He is the son of the late Carl Augusta and the late Gladys (Hand) Uselton. He was a retired auto body repair shop owner. He is survived by his wife: Wanda June Palmer Uselton two sons: Darrell "Tony" Anthony Uselton of Frog Jump, TN and Randy Uselton of Huntsville, AL. Brother of two sisters: Shirley Scott of Horn Lake, MS and Patricia Mayo of Friendship, TN. He also leaves two grandchildren Nicole Uselton Beasley of the Bruceville community and Rachel Uselton McCormick of Coldwater MS. Two great-grandchildren Logan Nash of Dyersburg, TN. and Ava Grace Beasley of Bruceville. Herman Darrell was preceded in death by his sister Ruth Jones and two brothers Carl Edward Uselton and Charles Uselton The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 3 at Archer's Chapel Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Keith Harwell officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, July 3 from 11:00 am. until service time at Archer's Chapel Church. Memorials can be made to Alzheimer's Association alz.org. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation JUL 3. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd Halls, TN 38040 Service JUL 3. 2:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd Halls, TN 38040
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October 06, 1957 – June 28, 2021
Danny Ray Fowler, 63, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at his residence.
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August 17, 1938 – June 28, 2021
William R. “Bill” Dickey, 82, of Tiptonville, died Monday, June 28, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born August 17, 1938, he was the son of the late Reuben and Estelle Hamilton Dickey. He was a retired executive with General Motors and proudly served his country in the United States Army.
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June 01, 1960 – June 25, 2021
James Randy Valentine, 61, of Kenton, TN, passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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January 19, 1938 – June 24, 2021
Mr. E. Folk "Bo" Bentley, 83, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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September 19, 1956 – June 22, 2021
Mrs. Carol Walker, age 64, of Ripley passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Mrs. Walker was born September 19, 1956 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late William Odell and the late Lera Mary (Dew) Campbell. She was employed as a secretary for the State of Tennessee Department Of Human Services. Mrs. Carol is survived by her husband: Henry Walker; One son Matt Walker of Ripley, TN; two sisters: Antia Black of Nashville, TN and Diana Brady of Mount Juliet, TN, and two brothers: Billy Campbell of Southaven, MS and Bennie Castleman of Martin, TN. She was preceded in death by a sister, Vicky Newman. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, June 25 at Tabernacle of Praise, Halls, TN with Bro. Ron Scott officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery in Halls, TN. Calling hours will be Friday, June 25 from 11:00 am. until service time at Tabernacle of Praise, Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation JUN 25. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Taberncle Of Praise Halls 9879 Hwy 51 N 38040, TN Service JUN 25. 2:00 PM (CT) Taberncle Of Praise Halls 9879 Hwy 51 N 38040, TN
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May 22, 1953 – June 22, 2021
Allen Milligan, 68, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at his residence.
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October 14, 1931 – June 22, 2021
Jean Ketchum Jordan, 89, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Harborview Dyersburg. Born October 14, 1931 in Obion County, she was the daughter of the late Mose and Florence Ella Hoskins Moody.
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April 07, 2009 – June 21, 2021
Brooke Adriana Gmez, age 12, of Ripley passed away Monday, June 21, 2021. Brooke was born April 7, 2009 in Dyersburg, TN. She was a student at Halls Elementary. Brooke is survived by her mother: Amber Nicole Watts and her father: Jesus Ricardo Gmez and one brother: Caleb Nicholas Gmez of Ripley, TN; she also leaves her Grandparents: Tommy (Deloris) Watts of Halls, TN; Granddad, Isidro Gmez Martinez and a grandmother: Ines Sanchez Gutierrez. The funeral will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, July 6 at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Bro Trent McManus officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 6 from 1pm until service time at Halls First United Methodist Church, Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation JUL 6. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service JUL 6. 3:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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December 26, 1934 – June 21, 2021
Bettie Joyce Motley, 86, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
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September 08, 1960 – June 21, 2021
Alicia Austin, 60, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021 at her residence.
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February 14, 1951 – June 17, 2021
Jackie "JD" Smith of Tiptonville, TN passed away Thursday June 17, 2021 at his residence.
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December 03, 1970 – June 17, 2021
Kathy Sue Reeves, 50, of Fulton, KY, formerly of Dyersburg, died Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. Born December 3, 1970, she is the daughter of the late Grady Ewell and Carolyn Sue Mills Reeves. She was a former employee at Dominos Pizza.
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February 03, 1941 – June 17, 2021
Alford Gamble, 80, of Tiptonville, died Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Reelfoot Manor in Tiptonville. He was born February 3, 1941.
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