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September 16, 1937 – September 09, 2020
Mathilda Jean (Horner) Hansen, age 82 of Woodridge, IL passed away September 9, 2020 at an assisted living facility in Naperville, IL.
She was born on September 16, 1937 in Chicago, IL to the late Nicholas & Mathilda Sikma Meekma. She was retired and Christian by faith.
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October 30, 1942 – September 08, 2020
Mrs. Linda Kay Fisher, age 77, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at her home in Bartlett. Linda was born October 30, 1942 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Wilson and the late Dorothy (Dart) Wales. She is survived by her husband: Leroy Fisher and two daughters: Deborah Sims of Cordova, TN and Cathy (Jeff) Ware of Palm Harbor, FL. Mrs. Linda also leaves one sister Angie (Thomas) Terry of Halls, TN. Mrs. Linda leaves six grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Monday September 14,2020 at Palestine United Methodist Church, with Bro. Jim Mckinny officiating. Burial will be in Palestine Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday, September 14 from 10am until 12pm. at Palestine United Methodist Church. Cemetery Details Palestine Cemetery Palestine Cemetery Rd. Dyersburg, TN 38024 Previous Events Visitation SEP 14. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Palestine UMC Service SEP 14. 12:00 PM (CT) Palestine UMC
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September 7, 2020
It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Michael Edward Minton (Mike), 67, of Trimble, who passed away on September 7, 2020. Mike always taught us to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. He taught us to love unconditionally, see the best in everyone and always cheer for Alabama Football. Mike was the most passionate man we have ever met, especially about God, his family, his farm, his church and his country. He was a 6th generation farmer that ...
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January 17, 1944 – September 07, 2020
Tony Carson, 76, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at his residence.
Tony was born on January 17, 1944, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Clyde and Lila Hilliard Carson. He was a retired manager for Colonial Rubber and was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ. Tony proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
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April 29, 1956 – September 07, 2020
Dianne H. Bizzle, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at her residence.
Dianne was born on April 29, 1956, in Dyersburg, TN, to Florence Sanford Hanks and the late Bobby Gene Hanks. She was a self-employed Certified Public Accountant and was also a member of the Tennessee Association of Accountants serving as a 2 time past president. Dianne was a certified instructor with her husband for the Hunter Safety Courses and she loved to travel.
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May 15, 1942 – September 06, 2020
Ann Holland Reed, age 78, of Dyersburg passed away Sunday, September 6, 2020, at Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg.
Ann was born on May 15, 1942 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Joseph Guy and Thelma Little Holland. She was an avid bridge and tennis player. When she wasn't fishing or reading a book, she loved to support her favorite baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals. She was a member of McCullough's Chapel Baptist Church. She was also very involved in the Dyer County Fair where she served as a board member and director for over 40 years.
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December 06, 1931 – September 06, 2020
Tellie Mai Via Harris Crowson passed away at Dyersburg Rehabilitation on Sunday, September 6, 2020 at the age of 88. She was born December 6, 1931 to James and Henrietta Moore Via at Heloise, TN. Her mother died when she was ten years old and she was raised by her father and stepmother, Clara Metcalf Via. Tellie Mai always loved her church, Phillips Street Church of Christ, her friends, her many pets and her home.
Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Fairview Cemetery officiated by Mr. Jeff Golson.
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August 18, 1937 – September 05, 2020
Donna Wayne Emery, 83, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at her residence.
Donna was born on August 18, 1937, in Carbondale, IL, to the late Wayne and Louise Parkhill. She was a long-standing member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and enjoyed 28 years serving as the church's organist. She spent 13 years as a piano teacher for many in the community. Donna was the first President of the local Parrish Council of Catholic Women, was an avid reader and was deemed the best cook ever according to those who knew her.
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September 03, 1940 – September 05, 2020
Harold Reynolds, 80, of Ridgely, died September 5, 2020 at this residence. Born September 3, 1940, he is the son of the late Johnny and Mary Morris Reynolds. Harold was the youngest of thirteen siblings. He was a farmer, restaurant owner and member of Cottonwood Baptist Church.
Graveside funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 6, 2020 at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner.
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January 17, 1946 – September 04, 2020
James Edgar McClain, age 74 of Clarksville, TN, passed away Friday, September 4, 2020. He is the husband of Mary "Polly" McClain and the son of the late Leemon and Nellie Lemonds McClain. Visitation will be from 4PM-7PM Wednesday, September 9th at Halls funeral home. The funeral will be held at 1PM, Thursday, September 10th at Melville United Methodist church with burial to follow in Dry Hill Cemetery. Bro. James Parish will officiate. Mr. McClain was a member of New Life Methodist Church in Ripley. He also served in the United States Marines. Along with his wife, he is also survived by two sons, Nathan McClain of Mason, TN and Tracy Lilly of Clarksville, TN; three daughters, Tonya Lynn Cordero of Grants Path, OR, Kimberly Marie Wooten of Ripley, and Amanda Hartsfield of Memphis, TN; four sisters, Bonnie Jean Walker, Pearl Forbes, and Melva McClain all of Tipton, and Shirley Dowing of Henning; and eight grandchildren. Mr. McClain was preceded in death by a brother, Donald McClain and a sister, Anna Wilson. COVID-19 precautions and /or local mandates are still advised. An online guestbook is available at www.hfh.com. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 9. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 10. 1:00 PM (CT) Melville United Methodist Church 12568 Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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September 12, 1949 – September 04, 2020
Sandy Jones, 70, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2020 at her residence.
Sandy was born on September 12, 1949, in Friendship, TN, to the late James and Elzie Slayton Traylor. She was a retired postmaster with the United States Postal Service and was a member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church. Sandy and her husband were avid crappie fisherman.
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June 24, 1940 – September 03, 2020
Jessie Leon Smith, age 80, of Ripley passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020 at his home in Ripley TN. Jessie was born June 24, 1940 in Upland, CA. He is the son of the late John Henry and the late Lillie Bettina (Williams) Smith. He served in the Air Force and later was employed as a counselor at WTSP. Jessie is survived by one daughter: Bettina Hoggard of Ripley, TN and two sons: Ricky Sweeten of Hemit, CA, and Donald Sweeten of Ripley, TN: Brother of five sisters: Betty Schulz and Donna Rubble both of Coose Bay, OR, Judy Owens of Portland, OR, Janet Morris of Myrtle Creek, OR and Janice Vickere of Pendleton, OR, and one brother: Lonnie Smith of Eugene, OR; He also leaves two grandchildren: John Smith and Jesse Sweeten and one Great - Grandchild, Marie Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret Smith and a brother Timmy Smith. A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, September 11 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Terry Guinn officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, September 11 from 1pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Visitation SEP 11. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service SEP 11. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 28, 1955 – September 03, 2020
Anthony "Amp" Harris, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Harborview Dyersburg.
Amp was born on September 28, 1955, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Ferrell and Doris Cole Harris. He was a retired employee with ERMCO.
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August 27, 1923 – September 02, 2020
Priscilla Smith, 97, died Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born August 27, 1923, she is the daughter of the late Joseph and Leonaora Parker Mayfield. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Smith was a homemaker.
Private memorial services will be held at a later date.
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January 28, 1946 – September 01, 2020
Nancy Carol Hargrove Thrash, age 74, died on September 1, 2020 in Ripley, Tennessee. Celebration of Life to be held at Halls Funeral Home, September 6, at 3 o'clock with the Rev. Barbara Blackmon-Fortune officiating. Mrs. Thrash was born on January 28, 1946 in Brownsville, Tennessee to the Lt. Col. Grady Thomas Hargrove and Dorothy Louise (Wood) Hargrove. She traveled extensively in her youth as part of an active military family. She eventually continued the adventure as she met and married a US Marine, the Major Ronald Jess Thrash. She enjoyed travel throughout her life, from her childhood years spent in places such as Puerto Rice to Turkey, to camping trips to the mountains, and trips to beaches as a young mother. Early retirement years added to the adventures with many cross-country motorcycle trips with her husband. She was an active part of her children's lives, actively attending ball games, dance recitals, and band competitions. She was a proud Band Mom of the 1984 state champion Golden Tiger Band to whom she was known lovingly as "Little Mama". She continued to serve actively as she became a grandmother, serving as prop mistress for productions at Ripley High School. Mrs. Thrash is preceded in death by her husband USMC Major Ronald J. Thrash, to whom she was always faithful "Semper Fi", her parents, Grady and Dorothy (Wood) Hargrove, and brother Tom Wood Hargrove. She is survived by her sister, Bette (Ken) Davis of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, her son, USMC L/Cpl.Todd (Dianne) Thrash of El Indio, Texas, daughter, Kelly Thrash of Jackson, Tennessee. Loving Mawmaw to Mikayla (Kyle) Haggard of Mobile, Alabama, Christopher Thrash of Mathis, Texas, Matthew Williamson of Jackson, Tennessee, and Cheyenne Thrash if Lubbock, Texas, and Great Grandmother to Alexander Haggard. Nieces and nephews include Casey (Eric) Hansen of Happy Valley, Oregon and Evan (Rebecca) Davis of Arlington, Virginia. Internment will reunite Mrs. Thrash with her husband at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please a donation to Exceptional Worship or The Veterans' Museum. Previous Events Visitation SEP 6. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Celebration of Life SEP 6. 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 18, 1928 – September 01, 2020
Bell Zoda Burns, 91, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation.
Bell was born on September 18, 1928, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Otis and Bonnie Willard Tirey. She was a retired employee with Kroger.
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July 06, 1957 – August 30, 2020
Georgia Mae Neal, 63, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020 at Harborview Health Systems of Dyersburg.
Georgia was born on July 6, 1957, in Jackson, TN, to the late Tom and Mattie Mae Gibson Lowe. She was a homemaker.
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July 17, 1941 – August 30, 2020
Bobbie Frances Kolwyck, 79, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Bobbie was born on July 17, 1941, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Robert and Aleene Wells Mosley. She was a homemaker and a member of Sorrell's Chapel United Methodist Church.
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February 06, 1930 – August 29, 2020
Betty Jo Eagle, 90, of Ridgely, died Saturday, August 29, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born February 6, 1930, she is the daughter of the late Vernie and Irene Armstrong Eagle. She was a homemaker and member of Ridgely Church of Christ.
Graveside funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 2, 2020 officiated by Brother Jeff ODell at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely.
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July 26, 1940 – August 27, 2020
Mrs. Glenda Nell Browder, age 80, of Millington passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020. Mrs. Glenda was born July 26, 1940 in Frog Jump, TN. She is the daughter of the late Floyd and the late Annie (Reece) Hand. She is survived by two daughters: Channa Boekhoff of Memphis, TN and DeAnna Jacobs of Millington, TN. She leaves one sister Annie Belle Williams of Bartlett TN. She also leaves three grandchildren. Mrs. Glenda was preceded in death by her husband Mr. David Browder. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Sunday, August 30 at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Keith Harwell officiating. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, August 30 from 1 pm until service time at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours AUG 30. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service AUG 30. 3:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040
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September 01, 1927 – August 26, 2020
Dorothy Nale Johnson, 92, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born in the Beaver Arm Community September 1, 1927, she is the daughter of the late Edward Wilson and Nettie Mae Murray Nale. She was a retired cook at Dyersburg State Community College. Mrs. Johnson was a member of Second Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 30, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Ronnie Turner with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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October 17, 1935 – August 25, 2020
Martha Irene Davis, age 84, of Gates passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Martha was born October 17, 1935 in Lauderdale county TN. She is the daughter of the late Fred and Nellie (Conrad) Blakley. She was a retired caregiver. Martha is survived by two sons: Michael Luttrell of Gates, TN and Howard Jacobs Jr. of Dallas, TX, and a brother David Blakley of Medina, TN. She was preceded in death by a son Jackie Luttrell. Martha also leaves behind nine grandchildren and twenty great- grandchildren. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Friday, August 28 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating with burial to follow in the Concord cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, August 27 from 5 pm - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home. We will be following the COVID-19 guidelines and social distancing are recommended. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 27. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (cst) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 28. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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May 03, 1999 – August 24, 2020
Jared Michael Clanton, age 21, of Ripley passed away Monday, August 24, 2020. Mr. Clanton was born May 3, 1999 in Dyersburg, TN. He is survived by ; his mother, Keatha Lynn (Davis) Corbin and step-father Eddie Corbin; Brother of two sisters: Anezi Clanton of Halls, Tn and Laura Brudnicki of Ripley, Tn; grandmother, Nellie Robison of Gates, Tn; Aunt, Spring Davis of Gates, TN; and two uncles, Ronald Fitzhugh of Gates, Tn and Hardie Davis of Halls, Tn. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Wayne Clanton. A memorial service will be held 12:00 pm on Saturday, September 12 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Brent Pearce officiating. Previous Events Memorial Service SEP 12. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 09, 1926 – August 24, 2020
General Harlon Lents, age 94, of Bartlett, TN passed away on August 24, 2020. He was born on July 9, 1926 to William Clarence Lents and Mervie Riley Lents. He was the husband of the late Juanita Lents. Funeral services will be at 11AM Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Halls Funeral Home with a visitation to begin at 10AM until the time of service at 11. Burial will follow in Lebanon Cemetery. Harlon was proud to be a WWII Navy Seabee Veteran. He was retired from Procter and Gamble. He loved Jesus, his family, his dog, Sissy and deer hunting. He had many special friends and neighbors. Mr. Harlon is survived by one brother, Wyman Lents and his wife, Janet; a daughter, Barbara Lents Craig and her husband, Randy; one son, Michael Dwayne Lents. He also leaves a daughter-in-law, Esther Carol Lents; one granddaughter, Christy Craig Martin and her husband, Jason; and three great grandchildren, Taylor, Lexi and Colton. He was also preceded in death by one son, Barry Lee Lents. Memorial can be made to Forever Young Veterans, 185 S. Center Street, Ste. 110, Collierville, TN, 38017. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com (731) 836 - 7111 We will be following Covid-19 guidelines and social distancing is recommended. Cemetery Details Lebanon Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 27. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 27. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 03, 1953 – August 24, 2020
Gail Bobo, 67, of Dyersburg, died Monday, August 24, 2020 at her residence. Born July 3, 1953, she is the daughter of the late W.J. Taylor and Shirley Townsend Bennett. She was a former security guard at Dyersburg Fabrics. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 26, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Ronnie Turner with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by her two daughters, Patrice Rhodes, Hallie Davis of Dyersburg; one step-daughter, Molly Haislip (Kevin) of Ripley, four grandchildren, Blake Bobo, Ray Barcroft, MacKenzie Haislip, Dalton Haislip; and one sister, Jane Davis of Dyersburg. Alan Lowrance, Billy Davis, Ian Balogh, Steve Smith, Todd Henson and Xavier Currie will serve as pallbearers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Bobo; her son, Kevin Rhodes; and her sister Darlene Roberts. We are privileged and honored to serve the Bobo family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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July 28, 1947 – August 23, 2020
Pam Riley Rector, 73, of Hornbeak, died peacefully Sunday, August 23, 2020 surrounded by her family at her home on Reelfoot Lake. Born in Memphis,Tennessee, on July 28, 1947, she is the daughter of the late Noel Hugh “Bud” and Blanche Malone Riley.
Pam was a member of Ridgely First United Methodist Church. As a child, she sang solos on Sunday mornings as her sister Cam accompanied her on the organ. Pam is remembered for many things including, her love of her "shortys," her beloveddachshunddogs; her years teaching Sunday school at the United Methodist Church in Dyersburg; and her favorite saying:“There are 365'fear nots'in the Bible, one for every day of the year.”
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July 12, 1956 – August 21, 2020
Michael "Todd" Anthony Austin, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020 peacefully at his home.
Michael was born on July 12, 1956 in Humboldt, TN to his loving parents Guy and Nellie Austin. He was a retired electronics technician at Ermco. His favorite activities included spending time with his family and friends, fishing, tending to his lawn, shopping at Rural King, and watching his favorite music videos, fishing videos, and motorcycle videos on YouTube. He will forever be remembered as a loving and devoted husband and father who worked tirelessly to ensure his family was provided for, cared for, and loved.
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October 10, 1964 – August 21, 2020
John Wesley “Wes” Addison, 55, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 21, 2020 in Gosnell, Arkansas. Born October 10, 1964, he is the son of Barbara Sandlin (Wayne) of Lamesa, TX and Graham Addison (Rita) of Seminole, TX. He graduated from Lamesa, TX in 1983. He was an Ag Pilot. Wes proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Dyersburg.
Wes was a cropduster for 28 years. He began his career in Seminole, TX, working for his dad at Addison Flying Service. In 2004, he took a job at Earls Flying Service in Steele Missouri. He was highly respected among others in his field, with some even referring to him as “top 10 in the profession”.
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September 03, 1955 – August 20, 2020
Katherine Ann Rhoads, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Katherine was born on September 3, 1955, in Detroit, MI, to Albert and Wilma Stephens Rhoads. She attended Independent Free Holiness Church.
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November 06, 1919 – August 19, 2020
Martha Frances Sanford, 100, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Martha was born on November 6, 1919 in Millsfield, TN, to the late Clarence and Florence Laird Smith. She was a retired knitter for Dyersburg Fabrics and was a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church. Martha and her late husband Leonard farmed for many years in the Lenox Nauvoo area.
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September 18, 1960 – August 18, 2020
Richard "Dago" Thomas Dawson, Jr., age 59, of Halls passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at his home. Richard was born September 18, 1960 in Lauderdale Co. He is the son of the late Richard Thomas and the late Peggy Sue (Lovelace) Dawson. He was a retired auto mechanic for Cook Tire and Service for over 33 years. Richard is survived by his wife: Norma Jean (Midkiff) Dawson, one daughter: Stephanie Michelle Kissell of Halls, TN and one son: Richard Lee (Kayla) Dawson of Halls, TN; Brother of six sisters: Peggy Jean Skladoni of Streetsboro, OH, Linda Parizeau of Talmadge, OH, Connie Herrage of Bedford, OH, Donna Martinez of Alamo, TN, Richlyn Spencer of Gates, TN and Marilyn Johnson of Alamo, TN. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Kathy Vaughn and Vicki Parker. Richard also leaves behind five grandchildren. The funeral will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, August 22 at Halls Westside Baptist Church, 705 Sumrow St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson, Bro. Rocky Gillam and Bro. Kenny Chessor officiating with burial to follow at the Halls cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, August 21 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls,TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation AUG 21. 4:00 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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February 06, 1936 – August 18, 2020
Barbara A. Hudson, 84, of Dyersburg, formerly of Yukon, OK, died Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at her residence. Born February 6, 1936 in Mississippi, she is the daughter of the late Dema and Della Hardy Bishop. She was an active member of the Yukon Chapter of the Eastern Star and was a Past Worthy Matron. She is survived by her daughter, Del Hudson of Dyersburg; two sons, Thomas William Hudson (Mona) of Dyersburg, Dr. William Frank Hudson (Laura) of Byhalia, MS ; one brother, Billy Joe Bishop (Sue) of Eudora, AR; with three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Thomas Hudson; two sisters, Rose Bingham, Elnora McCann; and two brothers, Douglas Bishop and Rudolph Bishop. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Hudson family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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January 31, 1935 – August 16, 2020
Herbert Melvin Leake, 85, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Signature Healthcare of Ridgely.
Herbert was born on January 31, 1935, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Arthur and Effie Turner Leake. He was a retired logger and timberman at Herbert Leake Timber Company and was a member of Ridgely First Baptist Church.
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January 17, 1929 – August 16, 2020
Frank Clifton Alexander, 91, of New Concord, KY, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at Murray Calloway County Hospital in Murray, KY.
Frank was born on January 17, 1929, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Joe and Beulah Glozier Alexander. He was a retired electrician at Dyersburg Fabrics. Frank was a member of New Concord United Pentecostal Church and was a longtime member and board member at Dyersburg First United Pentecostal Church.
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March 27, 1957 – August 16, 2020
DeVona Williams Parker Stayton, 63, of Tiptonville, died Sunday, August 16, 2020 at her residence. Cremation services will be under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.
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May 15, 1942 – August 15, 2020
R.B. Jones, 78, of Memphis, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.
R.B. was born on May 15, 1942, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Freddie and Willie May Delph Jones. After 47 years, R.B. retired from Dyersburg Fabrics as head of Security and he was a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church. He was the President of the Dyersburg Jaycees and was the past President of the Dyersburg Chapter of American Cancer Society. R.B. was a member of the Dyersburg/Dyer County Humane Society and a member of the Moose Lodge. He was very active in the Dyersburg Chimes for Charity and helped with multiple charities in the area.
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July 18, 1951 – August 15, 2020
Rickey Gene Beal, 69, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Signature Healthcare in Ridgely.
Rickey was born on July 18, 1951, in Memphis, TN. He was a retired truck driver and attended Crockett Chapel United Methodist Church and Cunningham United Methodist Church. Rickey proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he received the Air Medal.
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November 03, 1959 – August 15, 2020
Dennis Joseph Krieger, age 60, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 in Dyersburg, TN. Dennis was born in Joliet, the son of the late Robert (Bob) and Helen (Forkal) Krieger. He attended St. Jude School in Joliet and Joliet West High School. He worked at General Motors for over 25 years and more recently worked in construction, homebuilding. Dennis, a very skilled guitar player, was passionate about music, and loved attending concerts. He enjoyed creating - rebuilding guitars and crafting beautiful carpentry and tile work. Dennis loved spending time on the water and was a competitive swimmer as well as scuba diver when he was younger. He enjoyed boating, tubing, snow skiing and fishing. And he appreciated Harley Davidson anything! Above all, Dennis was very generous and giving person. Surviving are his loving daughter, Kayla (Jeremy) Bopp; four grandchildren, Tayler, Lukas, Ethan and Barrett; his beloved dog Logan; four siblings, Mary Catherine (Stephen) Kapella of Joliet, IL, Robert Duane (Sonnya) Krieger of Tinley Park, IL, Patricia Susan (Andrew) Kramer of Fountain Hills, AZ, and Jeffrey Stephen Krieger of East Hartford, CT. Funeral services and interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dennis Kriegers name to the American Heart Association would be appreciated. For more information, please visit Dennis Kriegers Memorial Tribute at https://www.curryfuneral.com/obituary/dennis-krieger
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July 07, 1956 – August 15, 2020
Patricia Marie Clanton, 64 of Rutherford, Tennessee , passed away on August 15, 2020 at her home. Patricia was born in Las Vegas, Nevada to Raymond and Eula McCall on July 7, 1956. She went to high school at Hillsborough High School in Tampa, Fl. Patricia is survived by her sister, Lori Rowland of FL; two daughters Patricia Peevyhouse (Brent) and Ashley Clanton (Payton): five grandchildren, Tyler Moore, Brennan Peevyhouse, David Inman, Rebecca Inman, and John Inman and one Great-Grand Daughter DaniLynne Moore. She is preceded in death by her husband Roy Clanton, her parents Raymond and Eula McCall. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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March 25, 1930 – August 12, 2020
Minnie Zell Gilliland Williams 3/25/1930-8/12/2020 Heaven was made a bit more beautiful this week with the arrival of Minnie Zell Gilliland Williams on Wednesday morning, August 12, 2020, in her home at the Atlantic Shores community in Virginia Beach, VA. Her peaceful passing was the culmination of a life full of love and happiness which touched the hearts of all who knew her. Known to friends and family as Zell, she was born to Pearl and Emmet Gilliland at the home of Austin and Jennie Gilliland in Frog Jump, Tennessee, on March 25, 1930. Zell was one of a set of twin girls, Pearl and the other baby girl died during the birth. Jennie and Austin took that precious little soul in and raised her with their daughters as their own. Zell grew into a sweet, vivacious young woman; well loved by all. She was a high school athlete, playing basketball and running track. She studied music in Little Rock, AR, for several summers and became a wonderful pianist and piano teacher. Zell met and married Roy Haden Williams Jr. on July 13, 1946; a marriage that would last 74 years. They had two daughters, Lana and Cathy. Zell became a hairdresser and opened a beauty salon with her sister-in-law, Violet Williams, which they ran until they retired. In recent years, Zell and Roy lived in Waunakee, WI, and Virginia Beach, VA, to be near their daughters. Zell was a fervent Christian and praised God for all the blessings in her life and actively encouraged everyone in her influence to claim the wonderful gift of salvation. She lived the faith she shared; always ready to help and serve where there was need. She had a contagious laugh and loved to have fun. Zell is survived by her husband Roy; daughters, Lana Koontz and Cathy Pierce (Jay); grandchildren Bryan Koontz, Jason Koontz (Cara), Leanne Lacy (Jerritt), Ethan Koontz (Jennifer); and, great grandson, Haden Lacy. She leaves her sisters: Juanita Hartman, Geneva Jackson, Mary Sue Baker and Bonnie Hunt. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Helen Fincher and brother, D.L. Gilliland. Zell's funeral service will be held on August 17, 2020 at Halls Funeral Home, Halls, TN. Visitation from 10:00am - 12:00pm and funeral service to follow with the internment at Gates Cemetery, Gates, TN. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital in Memphis, TN. Cemetery Details Gates Cemetery Gates Previous Events Visitation AUG 17. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 17. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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October 20, 1941 – August 12, 2020
James Edward Harrington, 78, of Finley, TN, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at AHC Dyersburg.
James was born on October 20, 1941, in St. Louis, MO. He was a retired employee with Colonial Rubber.
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November 22, 1931 – August 11, 2020
The Reverend (Joy) Lynn Drumwright passed from this earth to heaven on August 11, 2020. Lynn was born on November 22, 1931 in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, the fifth of seven sons of J. W. and Zelia Mae Drumwright. He attended Whitefield Assembly of God Church in Lauderdale County as a youngster and went to Ripley High School where he met and then in 1949 married the love of his life, (Emma) Charlene Thompson, who preceded him in death.
Lynn was a minister, educator, and electrician. He started his career as a lineman for Ripley Power and Light Company, was called to the ministry, later became an elementary school teacher, and a high school Psychologist and Counselor. He was an ordained minister for the Assembly of God Church, serving as pastor in Murfreesboro, TN; East Prairie, MO; Aguadilla, Puerto Rico; Southside Assembly of God in Dyersburg; and finally, the Cornerstone Church of God in Dyersburg.
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March 31, 1931 – August 10, 2020
Inez Virginia Dial, 89, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2020 at Signature Healthcare in Ridgely.
Inez was born on March 31, 1931, in Samburg, TN, to the late Emmett and Beulah Brown Reed. She attended Obion County Schools. Inez was a housewife for many years until starting Dial's Upholstery Shop, where she did upholstery work for many families in Lake County and West Tennessee. She was married to Clifford Thomas Dial on October 14, 1947. They were married 43 years until his death in 1990. She was a member of Tiptonville First Baptist Church for over 50 years and was also a member of the Eastern Star.
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June 26, 2001 – August 10, 2020
Raegan Rollins, of Dyersburg, was born in Jackson, TN on June 26, 2001, and passed away Monday, August 10, 2020 at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital. Ms. Raegan is the daughter of Gary and Carla Rollins. Raegan was a sophomore at Jackson State Community College where she was to begin the nursing program in the Spring of 2021. She was a 2019 graduate of Dyersburg High School and a member of the Methodist Church. Raegan brightly lit up every room she walked into and always wore a smile on her face. She loved deeply and had a passion for caring for others. She lived life to the fullest and never took a second for granted. She is greatly admired for her work ethic, spontaneity, and how she did not take life too seriously. Her laugh was contagious and she was the greatest sister, daughter, and friend anyone could ask for. Your life was a blessing. Your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Funeral services for Raegan Rollins, age 19, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 15, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Dr. Phillip Cook.
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July 31, 1982 – August 09, 2020
Christy Ann Littles, 38, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at her residence.
Christy was born on July 31, 1982, in Dyersburg, TN to James Littles and Angie Cox Scott. She was a homemaker.
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April 15, 1943 – August 09, 2020
Steve Cravens, 77, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.
Steve was born on April 15, 1943, in Tiptonville, TN. He was a retired correctional officer for Northwest Correctional Center and was a member of Phillippy Baptist Church. Steve was an avid hunter and fisherman. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.
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March 18, 1946 – August 09, 2020
Brenda Gruggett, 74, of Finley, TN, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2020 at her residence.
Brenda was born on March 18, 1946, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late George and Viola Prince Gruggett. She was a retired employee with Colonial Rubber. Brenda was a member at Finley Baptist Church, where she worked for many years in the church nursery.
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August 13, 1935 – August 07, 2020
Pete Climer, 84, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 7, 2020 at his residence. Born August 13, 1935, he is the son of the late William M. and Mandy Scofield Climer. He was a retired utilities equipment operator. Mr. Climer was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 9, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Jerry Stafford with interment to follow in Hurricane Hill Cemetery.
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