Dallos Wayne Burrough

June 07, 1946 – October 14, 2020

Mr. Dallos Wayne Burrough, age 74, of Halls passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at home in Halls. Dallos was born June 7, 1946 in Barr, TN. He is the son of the late Theron "Sebo" Eldridge and the late Lucille (Hardy) Burrough. Mr. Dallos proudly served his country as a United States Marine during the Vietnam War. He was a farmer, cattleman, landowner and dedicated father and grandfather. Mr. Dallos also retired from Crop Production Services in 2016, however, he continued farming until his health failed him. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Garrett Burrough, who passed in January of 2019. He is survived by a daughter: Amanda (Brian) Wright of Germantown, TN and a son: Chris Burrough of Halls, TN; Brother of five sisters: Teresa Chisholm of Halls, TN, Maxine Hardy of Gates, TN, Ann Swims of Halls, TN, Virginia Hurt of Halls, TN and Alecia Wagoner of Aiken, SC. Mr. Dallos is also survived by two granddaughters; Katie and Erika Wright of Germantown, TN. He was also preceded in death by his sister; Lawanna Walker, and brother, Owen D. Burrough. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 17 at the Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 492 Church Rd., Halls, TN with Rev. Melvin Orr officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, October 16 from 3:30 - 7 p.m. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Poplar Grove Cemetery Fund or the donor's choice. Due to COVID-19, social distancing and mask are recommended. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com . Previous Events Calling Hours OCT 16. 3:30 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 17. 2:00 PM (CT) Poplar Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Church Halls, TN

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Peggy Laverne Hicks

May 02, 1946 – October 14, 2020

Peggy Laverne Hicks, 74, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Peggy was born on May 2, 1946, in Madie, TN, to the late Walker and Madie Hearod Johnson. She was a retired nurse.

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Eloise Bishop

December 22, 1945 – October 14, 2020

Marie Eloise Hall Bishop, 74, Memphis, TN and formerly of Greenville, MS, died at St. Francis Hospital Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Eloise was born in Greenville, MS, December 22, 1945 to the late Lee Roy Hall Jr. and the late Edwina Floyd Hall. She loved spending the summers with her grandmother in Tallulah, LA at the boarding house she owned. She talked about spending hours listening to the stories the many characters told to her who stayed there. She also loved to tell the story of the pet fox she had, and the sad day that she went with her dad to turn it loose in the woods. Anyone who knew Eloise, knows that she had a lifelong love of animals. She came of age in the 60s, and was a true flower child, and music lover. Her favorite musician of all time was Bob Dylan. As a young lady, she met and married Calvin Bishop formerly of Dyersburg, TN, and they lived in Memphis. She was an antique collector and appraiser, and owned and operated Rare Finds Antiques for years. As her friend John Grisham said when he signed a book on 12/22/1993, “To Eloise - worlds greatest antique dealer” and gave it to her on her birthday. She will be truly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg.

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John Thomas Waldron

June 22, 1933 – October 13, 2020

John Thomas Waldron, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

John was born on June 22, 1933, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late John W. Waldron and the late Lela Mae Magill Waldron. He was the retired co-owner of Natural Gas Piping and was a member of Hawthorne Baptist Church.

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Mary Lynn Freeman

March 03, 1928 – October 11, 2020

Mary Lynn Freeman, 92, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, October 11, 2020 at her residence. Born March 3, 1928, she is the daughter of the late Alphonso and Marjorie Anderson Powell. She was a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Mary Lynn was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Dyersburg City Beautiful committee and the Garden Club.

Celebration of Life services for Mrs. Freeman will be Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Dr. Cory D. Williams.

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Margie Louise Braden

July 28, 1925 – October 10, 2020

Mrs. Margie Louise Braden, age 95, of Florence, AL passed away Saturday, October 10, 2020. Margie was born July 28, 1925 in Lauderdale County. She is the daughter of the late Grover and the late Marie Moore. Mrs. Margie is survived by her husband: Elmer Albert Braden Jr. one daughter: Ann Marie Herndon of Richmond, VA and one son: Albert Braden of Hazel Green, AL; She also has three grandchildren; Tracy Mays, Robby Mays and Lisa Wood. Mrs. Margie also leaves behind four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, James Rhea Braden. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, October 15 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating with burial to follow in Mt. Pleasant cemetery in Ripley, TN. Calling hours will be Thursday, October 15 from 12:00 Noon until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation OCT 15. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 15. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Tommy Johnson

August 10, 1936 – October 10, 2020

Bishop George "Tommy" Johnson, 84, of Dyersburg Tennessee passed away Saturday, October 10 th , 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was born on August 10, 1936, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late George H. Johnson, and the late Myrtle Gurien Hill. In addition to his parents, Tommy was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Earl Johnson, and stepbrother, Bobby Hill.

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Orren Carroll Tetleton

November 19, 1959 – October 10, 2020

Orren Carroll Tetleton, 60, of Key West, FL, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at his residence.

He was the son of Jimmie Sue Tetleton and the late Edd Tetleton.

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Douglas Earl Williams

November 02, 1953 – October 09, 2020

Mr. Douglas Williams, age 66, of Dyersburg passed away Friday, October 9, 2020. Douglas was born November 2, 1953 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late George Russell and the late Freda Pauline (Ownby) Williams. He owned and operated Williams Furniture in Dyersburg Tn. He is survived by one daughter: Sarah (Teddy) Jackson of Dyersburg, TN and two sons: Adam (Angie) Williams of Dyersburg, TN and Kyle (Kristine) Williams of St. Louis, MO. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren; Chelsea Atkeson , Kaitlyn Permenter , Scarlett Perry , Mya Ransom , Leanna Williams, Karley Jackson , Konnar Williams, J.B. Byford , Owen Williams and James "JR" Williams. Mr. Douglas was preceded in death by a granddaughter Kylie Williams. He also leaves two great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held from 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm Thursday October 15, 2020 at Halls funeral home 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation OCT 15. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Billie Edwin Acred

May 16, 1932 – October 09, 2020

Billie "Bill" Edwin Acred, 88, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2020 at his residence.

Bill was born on May 16, 1932, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Sam Acred and Maud Effie Robbins Hodge. He was the owner of Acred Shoe Store for 67 years, served as a shoe cobbler and enjoyed fitting 4 generations of children. He was also a member of First United Methodist Church. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, where he received the Air Medal. His air group bombed and destroyed the bridges on the Yalu River between China and North Korea to impede the Chinese Army from aiding the North Koreans. Bill was a member of the American Legion and in 1960, he was sent to interview WWI hero Alvin York. He served as a Dyersburg City Alderman and he previously farmed, raising cattle and crops.

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Paul Smith

July 13, 1930 – October 09, 2020

Paul Smith, 90, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2020 at his residence.

Paul was born on July 13, 1930, in Guntersville, AL, to the late John and Beulah Grizzle Smith. He was a self-employed heavy equipment operator for many farmers in and around Dyer County and was a migrant worker, picking fruit all over the country. Paul was a member of Independent Free Holiness Church. He was a musician, enjoyed singing and playing the mandolin and guitar. Paul enjoyed playing gospel music.

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Karon Lee Griffin

August 06, 1951 – October 08, 2020

Karon Lee Griffin, 69, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at her residence.

Karon was born on August 6, 1951, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Charles and Bessie Lee Hatley Parnell. She was a retired teacher with the Dyer County School System and was the former Dyer County Choctaws girls basketball coach. Karon played basketball for the University of Tennessee Martin and was a proud member of Zeta Tau Alpha. She was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church, loved to fish and was an accomplished artist. Karon played the guitar, banjo and multiple stringed instruments.

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Melinda Parker

May 12, 1963 – October 08, 2020

Melinda Kay Parker, 57, died Thursday, October 8, 2020 at her residence. Cremation services will be under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.

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Edward Cornelius Apperson

May 07, 1930 – October 07, 2020

Mr.Edward Cornelius Apperson, age 90, of Ripley passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020. Edward was born May 7, 1930 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Clark and the late Lona (Coop) Apperson. He served Army National Guard. He was employed as a Firefighter for the Tennessee forestry division. He is survived by his wife: Katherine (Webb) Apperson; Brother of four sisters: Eva Crowder, Bonnie Lovelady, Peggy Hyde and Cathy Smith, and three brothers: James Apperson, Albert Nathan Apperson and Eugene Apperson, and one sister-in-law, Helen Smith. Edward was preceded in death by a son, Nathan Keith Apperson, and a brother William Apperson. He also leaves two grand-children and eight great grand-children. Calling hours will be Thursday, October 8 from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm at the Halls funeral home. Graveside service will be in Dry Hill Cemetery, Gates on Friday, October 9 at 11:00 am. Due to covid-19 social distancing and mask are recommended. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours OCT 8. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service OCT 9. 11:00 AM (CT) Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN

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Marshall E. Lee

May 07, 1943 – October 07, 2020

Marshall E. Lee, 77, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Marshall was born on May 7, 1943, in Wynnburg, TN, to the late Jessie and Geneva Burton Lee. He was a retired chief for the City of Ridgely Police Department and was a school bus driver for over 30 years. Marshall was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church and was a Mason. He and his grandson were avid fishermen.

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Hazel Irene Mccuiston

November 02, 1933 – October 06, 2020

Hazel Irene McCuiston, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Harborview Health Systems.

Hazel was born on November 2, 1933, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Dee and Rosie Mae Anderson Burns. She was a homemaker and attends Three Oaks Chapel, where she worked in the nursery.

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Daniel Gilbert Cobb

April 24, 1952 – October 05, 2020

Daniel G. Cobb, 68, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at Harborview Health Systems.

Daniel was born on April 24, 1952, in Tupelo, MS, to the late Joe and Helen Bryant Cobb. He was a building inspector for Dyer County and was a supporter of the Mid-South Riders. Daniel proudly served in the Tennessee National Guard.

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Stan Cavness

October 04, 1953 – October 05, 2020

Stan Cavness, 67, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 at his residence.

Stan was born on October 4, 1953, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Rev. Ray Cavness of Halls and the late Merle Cooper Cavness Carter of Jackson. Stan graduated from Upperman High School in Baxter, TN, attended Tennessee Tech University, and earned a diploma in Christian Ministry and an Associate of Divinity from Union University.

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Betty Lou Tolar Fields

July 18, 1933 – October 05, 2020

Betty Lou Tolar Fields, 87 of Collierville, TN, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020 in Athens, GA.

Betty was born on July 18, 1933, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Willard and Lyda Mae Tatum Tolar. She was a retired manager of office automation for the Southeast Region with AT&T and was an active member of the Germantown Church of Christ. She was very active in the Shelby County Republican Women, where she held several offices for years. Betty loved her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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Robert Hamilton Jr.

January 02, 1973 – October 04, 2020

ROBERT HAMILTON JR., AGE 47 OF HENNING, TN, PASSED AWAY ON SUNDAY OCT.04, 2020. ROBERT WAS BORN ON JAN.02, 1973 IN MEMPHIS, TN. HE IS THE SON OF PEGGY GLASS DEGROFF AND STEPSON OF PETE DEGROFF BOTH OF HENNING. HE IS SURVIVED BY ONE DAUGHTER DEEDRA HAMILTON AND SON-IN-LAW SCHYLAR COOK BOTH OF COVINGTON TN, HIS BROTHER BILLY CLYDE ARCHER OF COVINGTON TN, GRANDMOTHER MARGARET GLASS BAILEY OF RIPLEY TN, 2 AUNTS MARILYNN BUCKNER AND KITTY SPENCER, 2 UNCLES CLARK BUCKNER AND WILLY SPENCER ALL OF RIPLEY, TN. HIS LOVING COMPANION CHERYL CROWDER OF RIPLEY TN, & MANY OTHER LOVING RELATIVES. HE WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HIS FATHER ROBERT HAMILTON SR. AND HIS GRANDFATHER ALBERT GLASS. SERVICES WILL BE HELD AT 1:00 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2020 AT VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH, 275 FAYE BARFIELD RD, HENNING, TN 38041.

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Robert "Tony" Anthony Hayes

March 19, 1959 – October 04, 2020

Robert "Tony" Anthony Hayes, 61, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Tony was born on March 19, 1959, in Dyersburg, TN, to Dorothy Waldron Hayes and the late Robert Hayes. He was a retired manager for Dollar Tree.

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Anne Beatrice Holland

June 08, 1928 – October 04, 2020

Anne Beatrice Holland, 92, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2020 at her residence.

Cremation services are under the direction of Dyersburg Funeral Home.

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Virginia Joyce Poe

April 28, 1937 – October 03, 2020

Virginia Joyce Poe, 83, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Virginia was born on April 28, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, to the late Harold Seek and Rilla Penrod Tomlinson. She was a retired assembly line worker for Emerson Electric in Kennett, MO. Virginia was also a member of Miston Baptist Church.

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Heidi Marie Childress Burnham

April 04, 1980 – October 03, 2020

Heidi Marie Childress Burnham, 40, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, October 3, 2020 at her residence. Born April 4, 1980, she is the daughter of Sandra Cooley and the late Larry Childress. She was a beloved wife, mother and homemaker. She loved her sons and family, country dancing, traveling, fishing and anything at all to do with water. Heidi was a 1998 graduate of Dyersburg High School, where she excelled in basketball and academics. Celebration of Life services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Bro. Danny O'Guin, Bro. Jeremy Robbins and Bro. Jeremy Ballinger. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 pm on Sunday at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Sammy Burnham; two sons, Tyler Lawson and Jake Holden, both of Dyersburg; three step-daughters, Brandi Duke (Ryan), Mandi Gilliland (Brent), Samantha Burnham, all of Dyersburg; her mother, Sandra Cooley of Dyersburg; her twin sister, Holly Fowler (Josh) of Newbern; two sisters, Kelly Williams (Dan), Leilani Childress, both of Dyersburg; three brothers, Jamie McNeely (Tina), Jimmy Childress (Tommie Sue), Bubba Childress, all of Dyersburg; nine step-grandchildren and lots of nieces and nephews. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Childress and Burnham families. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com

Memorial Service Sunday, October 11th, 2020 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Dr. George L. Yarbro, Jr.

September 01, 1947 – October 03, 2020

Dr. George Lawson Yarbro, Jr., a retired physician and plastic surgeon, died Saturday at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg following a short illness. He was 73.

He was born September 1, 1947, at Baird- Brewer Hospital in Dyersburg, the second child and only son of George Lawson Yarbro, Sr. and Frances Hansbrough Yarbro. He was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church in Dyersburg and The Knights of Columbus.

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Tammie Phelps

March 09, 1960 – October 01, 2020

Tammie Taylor Phelps, age 60 of Troy, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2020. She is the wife of Randy Phelps and the daughter of the late Jimmy and Martha Dawson Taylor. Memorial Service will be held at 11AM, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at Halls Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Johnson officiating. Mrs. Phelps was born in Memphis on March 9, 1960. She was a member of Hornbeak Baptist Church and retired from the TN Department of Correction. Along with her husband, Mrs. Phelps is also survived by a son, Rickey Terry of Jackson; two daughters, Julie Jones and her husband Ed of Halls, Emily Terry and her fianc Robert Dennis both of Ripley; one brother, Jeffery (Kerri) Taylor of Benton, KY; one sister, Kimily Taylor and spouse Paige of Collierville; a step-son, Jacob Jones of Drummonds, TN; a half brother Jimmy Dan Taylor of Texas. thirteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by on brother, Jimmy Craig Taylor. Tammie loved and collected owls, small birds and flowers. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com (731) 836 - 7111 Previous Events Memorial Service OCT 7. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Jerry Lynn Crain

August 17, 1941 – September 30, 2020

Jerry Lynn Crain age, 79, of Ripley passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Asbury Cove Assisted Living. During Jerry's time here on Earth he held various jobs from working on his family farm, having served as Lauderdale County Sheriff in 1990, and retired as a contractor for CN railroad. Jerry was born August 17th, 1941 to the late Roy and Lillie Mae Crain. He is survived by his son, David Lynn, honorary daughter in law, Pam Brooks, two granddaughters, Shelley Ray (Bryson) of Ripley and, Megan Davis (Houston) of Covington, three great granddaughters Briley and Brynlee Ray of Ripley, and Ella Rose Davis of Covington. He is survived by brothers Floyd (Joann) and Neal (Buntin), and sister Mary Ann Voss (Oliver Ray) all of Ripley, and Billy of Halls. He is preceded in death by his precious wife, Memory of 56 years, his parents Roy and Lillie Mae Crain, brothers Bernice (Gladys), Lawson (Sybil) and sister in law Frances. He was a member at Mary's Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation will be held, Friday, October 2nd from 11:00-2:00. Services will be held at 2:00p.m. Burial to follow at Mary's Chapel Cemetery. We are asking that family and friends adhere to Covid guidelines as much as possible. Mask and social distancing are recommended Cemetery Details Mary's Chapel Cemetery 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063 Previous Events Visitation OCT 2. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Mary's Chapel Baptist Church 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063 Service OCT 2. 2:00 PM (CT) Mary's Chapel Baptist Church 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063

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Crystal Adaline Gurley

July 20, 1971 – September 29, 2020

Crystal Adaline Wright Gurley, 49, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Crystal was born on July 20, 1971, in Bradford, TN to Larry G. Wright and Loretta Flowers Wright. She was a cleaner for Restorall.

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Ben Herbert Abbott

August 23, 1926 – September 29, 2020

Ben Herbert Abbott, 94, of Ridgely, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Signature Healthcare of Ridgely.

Ben was born on August 23, 1926, in Blytheville, AR, to the late Charles and Mattie Thompson Abbott. He was the retired owner and ag pilot of Abbott Flying Service and flew airplanes for over 55 years. Ben was a member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg and proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.

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Shirley Ann Lerum

March 06, 1938 – September 28, 2020

Shirley Ann Volkmar Lerum, age 82 of Dyersburg, passed away Monday, September 28, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Rhinehard and Estelle Volkmar and the wife of the late Nordhal Howard Lerum. Mrs. Lerum was born on March 6, 1938 in Chicago, IL. She was a homemaker and a member of Poplar Grove Christ Presbyterian. Funeral service will be at 2PM, Saturday, October, 3, 2020 with a visitation from 12PM-2PM before the service at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will be held at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Barrington, IL. Mrs. Lerum is survived by two sons, David Lerum of Chattanooga and Dean Lerum of Dyersburg; her companion, Larry Keen; three grandchildren and three great-grandhcildren. Along with her parents and late husband, she is also preceded in death by a daughter, Cynthia Lerum and one granddaughter. We will be following covid-19 guidelines and mask are recommended. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com (731) 836 - 7111 Previous Events Visitation OCT 3. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service OCT 3. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Louise B. White

September 05, 1931 – September 26, 2020

Louise B. White, age 89, of Dyersburg passed away Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Louise was born September 5, 1931 in Ayers, TN. She is the daughter of the late Ewing Carpenter and the late Elizabeth (Goodman) Baker. She is survived by three daughters: Kay Sanders of Halls, TN, Sharon Jones of Dyersburg, TN and Stacey Beall of Covington, TN, and two sons: James Smith and David Smith both of Dyersburg, TN. Louise was preceded in death by her husband James Freeman Smith and a daughter, Cindy Graves. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. The service will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, September 29 at Apostolic UPC Of Halls, 9489 Hwy 51, Halls, TN with Bro. Larry Burkett officiating. The burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Dyersburg, TN. Calling hours will be Monday, September 28 from 4 pm until 7 pm at the Apostolic UPC Of Halls. We will be following COVID-19 guidelines and social distancing are recommended. Cemetery Details Fairview Cemetery Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Calling Hours SEP 28. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Apostolic UPC of Halls 9489 Hwy 51 Halls, TN 38040 Service SEP 29. 2:00 PM (CT) Apostolic UPC of Halls 9489 Hwy 51 Halls, TN 38040

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Shirley Ann Atchison

February 13, 1936 – September 25, 2020

Shirley Ann Pruitt Atchison, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville, TN.

Shirley was born on February 13, 1936, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Obie and Addie Pruitt. She retired from the receiving department at Colonial Rubber and was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ.

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Ronald Houston Nichols

October 22, 1970 – September 24, 2020

Ronald Houston Nichols, age 49, of Coldwater, MS passed away Thursday, September 24, 2020. Ronald was born October 22, 1970 in Shelby Co, TN. He is survived by his mother: Barbara Annis (Ozment) Nichols, three daughters: Mercedes Nichols, Desiree Nichols, and Samantha Nichols all of Byhalia, MS, and five sons: Shawn Nichols of Olive Branch, MS, Cody Nichols of Byhalia , MS, Quentin Nichols, Jerry Nichols and Andrew Nichols all of Evergreen, CO. Ronald is the brother of one sister: Melissa Reed of Southaven, MS and three brothers: Jerry Nichols Jr. of Ripley, TN, Joe Nichols of Dyersburg, TN and David Nichols of Southaven, MS. He also leaves four grandchildren. Ronald was preceded in death by his father Jerry Wilburn Nichols Sr. and a brother, Sam Nichols. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, September 29 at the Nichols Family Cemetery, 1061 Hobe Webb rd. Ripley, Tn. Calling hours will be Tuesday, September 29 from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. We will be following Covid-19 guidelines and social distancing is recommended. Previous Events Visitation SEP 29. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service SEP 29. 11:00 AM (CT) Nichols family cemetery 1061 Hobe Webb rd. ripley, TN 38063

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Doris M. Moore

June 11, 1933 – September 24, 2020

Doris M. Moore, 87, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, September 24, 2020 at Harborview Dyersburg. Born June 11, 1933, she is the daughter of the late Jim and Mattie Lee. She was a homemaker.

Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Fairview Cemetery.

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Ginger Marie Blackburn

December 01, 1979 – September 23, 2020

Ginger Marie Blackburn, 39, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Ginger was born on December 1, 1979, in Union City, TN to Betty Smith Blackburn and the late James Blackburn. She was a homemaker.

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Mack Coy Garrett

July 04, 1944 – September 23, 2020

Mack Coy Garrett, 76, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

Mack was born on July 4, 1944, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late J.B. and Virdie Dunivant Garrett. He was a retired firefighter for the Dyersburg Fire Department and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Mack was a Baptist by faith.

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Bob Dunavent

August 24, 1940 – September 21, 2020

Bob Dunavent, 80, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2020 at his residence.

Bob was born on August 24, 1940, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late James L. and Mary Reno Dunavent. He proudly served in the United States Army spending most of his time in Korea. He retired after 33 years as Vice President of Security Bank in Dyersburg. He was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg, where he served as usher for many years. Bob was also a member of the Larry Rogers Life Group Class.

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Darwin Jack Graves

October 31, 1960 – September 20, 2020

Darwin Jack Graves, 59, of Finley, TN, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at his residence.

Darwin was born on October 31, 1960, in Portales, New Mexico to Juanita Rains Graves and the late Donald Graves. He was a self-employed contractor and was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Dyersburg. Darwin was an avid reader and was a fan of the Old West. He loved to hunt, fish, ride motorcycles and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren.

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Shannon Philip Saliba

March 02, 1975 – September 20, 2020

Pastor Shannon Philip Saliba, 45, of Finley, TN, passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2020 at his residence.

Shannon was born on March 2, 1975, in Memphis, TN to Philip Barry Saliba and Phyllis Teresa Tucker Gatewood. He was the Pastor of The Church of Jesus Christ in Lenox and formerly worked for the Dyersburg City School System. Shannon received his Theology Degree from Central Bible College in Springfield, MO. He pastored in Memphis, Dyer, Bartlett and Dyersburg and worked with the Mission Youth Group.

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Blake Allen Haynes

January 03, 2001 – September 19, 2020

Blake Allen Haynes, 19, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

Blake was born on January 3, 2001, in Jackson, TN to Timothy Haynes and Crystal Ann Milligan. He worked for the City of Dyersburg in the Sanitation Department and was a Dyersburg High School Graduate with the Class of 2019. Blake was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved wrestling, mowing yards and riding 4 wheelers.

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David Weaver

May 13, 1940 – September 19, 2020

David Weaver, 80, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, September 19, 2020 at AHC Dyersburg. Born May 13, 1940, he is the son of the late R.B. “Thomas” and Wilma Weaver. He was retired from Burks Beverage and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ. David was an avid fisherman.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 21, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Ronnie Turner with interment to follow in Rehoboth Cemetery.

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Kay Roberson

April 13, 1942 – September 16, 2020

Kay Roberson, 78, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at her residence.

Kay was born on April 13, 1942, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Bige Forrest Melton and the late Marjorie Permenter Melton. She was a retired secretary with Main Street Auto.

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James Arender

April 09, 1984 – September 13, 2020

Mr. James Arender, of Steele Mo. passed away Sunday, September 13, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital. He was born April 9, 1984 to James Puckett and Sandra Johnson Morrow. He worked in construction and enjoyed music, outdoor activities like fishing and riding ATVs as well as working on cars.

He is survived by his parents, a son, Dalton Arender and a daughter, Natalie Cutler, his brothers, Bethard & Lawrence Arender and David & Chris Puckett, two sisters, Lacrisha Arender and Jamie Mann and husband, Chad. He was loved by many nieces and nephews and was PawPaw to Legacy Jones, Legend & Leyton Harris. He was preceded in death by his sister, Michelle Puckett.

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James "Dooner" Wilson

April 10, 1951 – September 13, 2020

James “Dooner” Wilson, 69, of Finley, died Sunday, September 13, 2020 at his residence. Born April 10, 1951, he is the son of the late James “Dick” and Geraldine Wilson. He was retired from Colonial Rubber and Bekaert Steel. Dooner was a member of Finley Baptist Church.

Celebration of Life services will be at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Finley Baptist Church conducted by Brother Charlie Halliburton. Private interment will be held at a later date.

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Margaret Hurtt

September 14, 1930 – September 13, 2020

Margaret P. Hurtt, 89, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, September 13, 2020 at AHC Dyersburg. Born September 14,1930, she was the daughter of the late Fredrick L. and Eva E. Ridinger Thorn. She was a retired food service employee of Stern Vending Company.

She is survived by four daughters, Delores Reedy, Delena Raney, both of Middletown, OH, Donna Hurtt of Dyersburg, Roxanne Boyd (Bobby) of Guilford, IND; one son, Terry Hurtt (Katherine) of Sandy Hook, KY and numerous grandchildren.

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Robert Fazekas

May 15, 1938 – September 12, 2020

Mr. Robert Fazekas, of Dyersburg, passed away Saturday September 12, 2020, at Harborview Healthcare. He was born May 15, 1938 in Lake Station, Indiana to William and Mary Fazekas. He was a retired employee of the Dyersburg City School System, a member of Phillips Street Church of God and loved spending time fishing on Reelfoot Lake.

He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Wanda Fazekas and a son, William Pankey and wife, Shelia, of Dyersburg, a daughter, Kathy Lozier and husband, Jim, of Louisville, TN, a brother, Freddie Fazekas of Lake Station, IN, a sister, Sandra Woodard of Pinson, AL, four grandchildren, Nathaniel Lozier, Elizabeth Terry, Melissa Williams and Noah Pankey and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary Fazekas and three brothers, Bill, Richard and Louis Fazekas.

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Jerry Lynn Vaden

July 30, 1971 – September 09, 2020

Jerry Lynn Vaden, age 49 of Gates, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at his home. He is the husband of Lisa Carol Kendrick Vaden and the son of Lynn Monroe Vaden and Pauline Bell Arthur. Mr. Vaden was known for working hard which led him to start his own successful trucking business and while also farming. He was a member at Curve Baptist Church and a graduate of Halls High School. Graveside service will be held at 1PM, Sunday, September 13, 2020 at Concord Cemetery with Rev. Larry Kendrick officiating. Along with his wife and parents, Mr. Vaden is also survived by one son, Justin Vaden of Somerville; two daughters, Madalyn Vaden of Brownsville and Jessie Vaden of Gates; one brother, Jim Vaden of Villa Hills, KY; and his first grandson due to arrive in February 2021. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the American Heart Association or the Concord Cemetery. Covid-19 precautious such as social distancing are advised. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com (731) 836 - 7111. Previous Events Grave side service SEP 13. 1:00 PM (CT) Concord Cemetery Gates, TN

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Martha Barbara Layne

October 09, 1937 – September 09, 2020

Martha Barbara Layne, 83, of Gates, TN passed away on Wednesday September 9th 2020 at her residence. A memorial service will be held at Concord United Methodist Church located on Concord Rd in Gates, TN on Saturday September 12, 2020 at 2:00pm. Genesis rites have been accorded. Barb was born on October 9th, 1937 in Gates, TN the daughter of Harry Wade and Jessie Mae White. She married Norman Layne Sr. on December 16, 1955 in Corinth, MS. Barb was an active member of the Gates community by volunteering at the local Library. She enjoyed volunteering at the Helen Tucker Center, gardening, and cooking for her family. Her greatest joy was helping others and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband; Children (5) Norman Layne Jr., Laura Layne, Jeffery Layne, Steven Layne and Cindy (Bubba) Wright; Grandchildren (3) Angela (Morgan)Chalk, Brandy (Jake) Cargill and Gage Layne; Great Grandchildren (5) Taylor Briggs, Breana Cargill, Austin Briggs, Brendan Massicotte, and Elizabeth Wright; Sibling (1) Carley Savag Proceed in death by her sister Carolyn Moore Previous Events Celebration of Life SEP 12. 2:00 PM (CT) Concord United Methodist Church Gates, TN

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