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August 07, 1959 – May 09, 2020
Les Eastwood, 60, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, May 9, 2020 at AHC Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born August 7,1959, he is the son of the late Lloyd Calvin and Barbara Jean Braden Eastwood. He was a former construction worker.
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions and the families concern for the health and safety of friends, services for Mr. Eastwood will be private.
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January 29, 1972 – May 08, 2020
Jon Kyle Sorrell, 48, of Dyersburg, died Friday, May 8, 2020. Born January 29, 1972, he is the son of Linda Tucker Burnett and the late Jimmy Leonard Sorrell. He was employed at TLC Landscaping and attended Rehoboth Methodist Church.
Celebration of Life services for Kyle Sorrell will be held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, May 31st at Rehoboth Methodist Church.
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October 19, 1955 – May 06, 2020
Farron W. Kee, 64, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, May 7, 2020 at his residence. Born October 19, 1955, he is the son of the late Lloyd Vernon and Gladys Lionell Powell Kee. He was disabled and a former automotive mechanic.
Graveside funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2020 officiated by Reverend Paul Adams at New Haven Cemetery in Ridgely.
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February 28, 1956 – May 04, 2020
Jenny Elaine Clark, age 64, of Ripley passed away Monday May 4, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare hospital. Jenny was born February 28, 1956 in Rockford, IL. She is the daughter of the late Charles and Vi Edens. She was a 34 year retired teacher from Halls Elementary School. Jenny was a member of First Baptist Church of Halls. She is survived by a daughter and a son Rachel and Stephen Depriest of Ripley, TN and Matthew and Shiho Clark of Clovis, NM. Jenny also leaves two sisters: Nancy (John) Little of St. Joseph, MO and Lynn (Craig) York of Murfreesboro, TN. She also leaves two grandsons, Charlie age 3 and Jacob age 1, that were her world. Visitation will be Friday May 8, from 4 till 7 p.m. at Halls funeral home. "SOCIAL DISTANCING WILL BE IN EFFECT" A private service will be held Saturday May 9, at 11:00 a.m. at Halls funeral home. Memorials contributions may be made to First Baptist church Halls, P.O. Box 26 Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAY 8. 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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December 14, 1950 – May 04, 2020
Marlon Neal Hogue, age 69, of Halls Passed away Monday, May 4, 2020. Marlon was born December 14, 1950 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late Hulon D. Hogue . He was the owner and operator of H&H Service Station in Halls. He is survived by his wife: Teresia Jacobs Hogue and three daughters: Tammy (James) Mountjoy of Dyersburg, TN, Tabatha Ford of Halls, TN and Mallory Roberson of Halls, TN. His mother Peggy (Erwin) Gillenwater and two sisters Barbara Barham of Ripley, TN and Donna Oslund of Halls, TN. Marlon also leaves 6 grandchildren Madison Mountjoy, Hayden Ford, Marley Mountjoy, Cali Roberson, Jacob Schneider and Cohen Schneider. Marlon was a member of Tabernacle of Praise Church in Halls. A memorial service will be held Saturday from 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 P.M. at Tabernacle of praise church in Halls, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Tabernacle of praise church. Previous Events Memorial Service MAY 9. 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (cst) Taberncle Of Praise Halls 9879 Hwy 51 N 38040, TN
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July 26, 1935 – May 04, 2020
Eunice Fern Tucker, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
She was born on July 26, 1935, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Wortham and Gert Davis Presley. Eunice had a full life with a list of things that she really loved to do. Fishing, growing flowers, mowing her yard, listening to country music, traveling, cooking, visiting with her family and rooting for the Chicago Cubs. She was loved by all who knew her.
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January 03, 1958 – May 03, 2020
Mr. Jimmy Lee Jones, 62, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was self-employed. He ran an independent housing for the mentally challenged.
Mr. Jones was born on January 3, 1958, in Dyersburg, TN, to Shirley T. Jones Williams and the late Marshall Jones.
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January 31, 1950 – May 02, 2020
Mrs. Linda Carlew, age 70, of Halls passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020. Mrs.Linda was born January 31, 1950 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Herschel and the late Rose Mary (Webb) Potter. She is survived by her husband: Thomas Alfred Carlew Sr. two sons: Kevin (Emily) Carlew of Hernando, MS and AL Carlew of Halls, TN. Linda leaves one sister Patricia Galloway and two brothers: Jimmy Potter and Tommy Potter. Mrs. Linda also leaves six grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday May 5, 2020 at Halls Cemetery Bro. Phil Meeks officiating. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Grave side service MAY 5. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040
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July 26, 1946 – May 01, 2020
Patricia Ann Hinson, 73, of Dyersburg, died Friday, May 1, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born July 26, 1946, she is the daughter of the late Thomas C. “Jap” Sipes and Imogene Sipes. She was a member of Women of the Outdoors and the Forked Deere Boss Hens Chapter of the National Wildlife Turkey Federation. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, 2020 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Bro. John Stacey with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. The family will receive close family and friends beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. However, we would ask that social distancing be observed and those who are considered part of the high-risk population refrain from attending. Additionally, we will be reducing the seating in our chapel by half in order to maintain social distancing. She is survived by two daughters, Patty Maenhoudt (Paul) of Franklin, GA, Rhonda Daniels (J.D.) of Gates; three grandchildren, Dustin Strube, Derek Maenhoudt, Ryan Maenhoudt; her mother, Imogene Sipes; one sister, Vanice Parker (Larry) of Springville; and two brothers, Benny Sipes (Sherry) and Mike Sipes, both of Dyersburg. Mark Sipes, Brett Sipes, Chad Sipes, Andy Anderson, Chris Sipes and Scott Sipes will serve as pallbearers. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Hinson and her sister, Tommie Jean Coffman. We are privileged and honored to serve the Hinson family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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June 19, 1926 – April 30, 2020
Mr. Arthur E. McDearmon, age 93, of Dyersburg, Tn. passed away Thursday, April 30, 2020, at Harborview of Dyersburg. He was a Press Operator in Chicago. He was a Baptist. Authur was the son of the late Edward Ralph and Gladys Newbill McDearmon, who preceded him in death. Private family graveside services will be held at Fairview Cemetery at a later date.
He is survived by a brother William McDearmon, and a sister Sophia Bingham, both of Dyersburg. He is also survived by seven nieces and two nephews and twenty-two great nieces and nephews.
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September 10, 1957 – April 30, 2020
Scott Thomson, 62, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. He was born September 10, 1957 in Illinois to the late Bill and Wilma Stone Thomson. Scott worked as a Maintenance Supervisor at SRG Ripley. He moved to Dyersburg in 1988 to take the position as Facilities Supervisor at World Color Press, which he held for 24 years. Scott was a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and very active with the Knights of Columbus, where he served as treasurer. He enjoyed working in his yard on his John Deere tractor and loved his nickname as “Teresas Pool Boy”. Scott enjoyed his Harley Days on his motorcycle. He also was proud Poppy to Alexis and Steven. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Being described as the most generous, loving, giving man, he requested his organs and tissues be donated directly to recipients. Scott is going forward in this world to provide life and health to many more in need. As in life, in death, he continues to go forth and do good.
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Read full obituary → November 12, 1946 – April 28, 2020
Cherry Ann Weaks, age 73, of Tiptonville passed away Tuesday at her residence. She was born on November 12, 1946 to the late Allison & Ruby McGuire
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October 16, 1927 – April 28, 2020
Nancy Craddock, 92, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at her residence. Born October 16, 1927, she is the daughter of the late James Edwards and Imogene Cook Wilson. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and the Sellers Bible Class. She was very active in various Bible Study groups and so enjoyed her many bridge club friends.
On August 18, 1951, she married her husband, Dr. William “Bill” Craddock who precedes her in death in 1977 at the young age of 48. She leaves two daughters, Karen C. Rogers of Nashville, Kaye C. Powers of Irving, TX; two grandchildren, Matthew Craddock Powers, Marigrace Mather Rogers and one brother, Howard R. Wilson of Montgomery, AL. Two brothers, James E. Wilson, Jr. and Charles R. Wilson preceded their sister in death.
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August 30, 1936 – April 26, 2020
Robert Richard Conrad, age 83, of Ripley passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020. Robert was born August 30, 1936 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Robert Jack and the late Lillie (McBroom) Conrad He was employed as a Carpenter and worked as a correctional officer for West TN. He is survived by one daughter: Cathy Pike of Ripley, TN and three sons: Steve Conrad, Wesley Conrad and Wayne Conrad all of Ripley, TN. Robert also leaves behind 17 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Jean Smith Conrad, and a son Ricky Conrad Jr. A graveside service will be held at Poplar Grove Cemetery, Henning, TN on Tuesday, April 28 at 11:00 am with Bro. Rocky Gilliam officiating. Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Henning
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February 13, 1927 – April 25, 2020
Buton "Polly" Jackson, age 93, of Rector, AR passed away, Saturday, April 25, 2020 at Rector Nursing & Rehab in Rector, AR. Polly was born February 13, 1927 in Gates, TN. She was the daughter of the late Peter and the late Blanche (Walpole) Thurmond. She was a retired employee of Tupperware. Polly is survived by one daughter: Vanessa Jackson of Memphis, TN and one son: Mike Jackson of Rector, AR; sister of one sister: Joyce Bentley of Bloomington, IN. She also leaves behind three grandchildren; Jeffery Jackson, Jennifer MacDonald and Chase Jackson; three great-grandchildren; Caroline Carpenter, Drew Jackson and Emily Jackson. Polly was preceded in death by a son, Jeff Jackson. A private graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 28 at 2:30 pm at Concord Cemetery, Concord Rd., Gates, TN with Chad Gibson officiating. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN
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January 22, 1966 – April 25, 2020
William Greg Campbell, 54, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at his residence.
William was born on January 22, 1966, in Ft. Dix, New Jersey to Charles William Campbell, Sr. and Henrietta Pitts Tatum. He was a truck driver for Tri-Mac.
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November 06, 1951 – April 22, 2020
Charles Thomas Ketchum, 68, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
Charles was born on November 6, 1951, in Dyersburg, TN to Frances Lee Mitchell Ketchum and the late Gerald Thomas Ketchum. He worked for the recreation department with the City of Dyersburg and attended Independent Free Holiness Church.
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June 15, 1940 – April 21, 2020
Mrs. Margaret Judith Thurmond, age 79, of Gates died Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at her home. Mrs. Margaret was born June 15, 1940 in Ripley, TN. She was the daughter of the late Mattie Sue (Weaver) Bridges Kirkess. She married Bobby Owen Thurmond Sr. on December 1, 1956. They were married for over 50 years. Mrs. Margaret was a seamstress, homemaker and farmer. She was also a member of the New Life Fellowship Church, as well as, the DoSo FCE Club. She is survived by one daughter: Beverly (Mike) Hutcherson of Ripley, TN and one son: Bobby Owen (Angela) Thurmond Jr. of Ripley, TN; one sister: Marilyn (Billy) Hines of Henning, TN and one brother: Jerald (Carolyn) Bridges of Ripley, TN. Mrs. Margaret is also survived by a daughter in law, Shelia (Mike) Kirkpatrick of Gates, TN, and a brother in law, Barry Gruggett of Ripley, TN. She also leaves behind: 5 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Thurmond Sr., a son, Ricky Thurmond and a sister, Elaine Gruggett. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, April 24 at The Thurmond Family Cemetery In Woodville, 2079 Woodville Rd., Ripley, TN with Bro. Dennis Henson officiating. In Lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to: American Cancer Society (P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123, New Life Fellowship Church P.O Box 243 Ripley, TN or a local animal shelter of donor's choice. .
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December 19, 1926 – April 21, 2020
Mrs. Elsie Mae Boaz Schoof, age 93, of Memphis passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at her home in Memphis. Mrs. Elsie was born December 19, 1926 in Frog Jump TN. She is the daughter of the late Frank and the late Bertha Mae (Lents) Archer. Mrs. Elsie owned and operated Patricia Stevens finishing and career school. She also was a long-time manager of Liberty Land theme park in Memphis. She was the first female to ever serve as Chairman of the Board of Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW). She is survived by her husband, Richard J. Schoof, who she married on September 11, 1999; one son, Thomas B. Boaz Jr. (Bo) of Knoxville, TN. and 4 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. Mrs. Elsie was preceded in death by her first husband, T. Bennett Boaz Sr.; daughter, Karen Jann Boaz; son, Carroll Chapman Boaz; sister, Rebecca Riley; and her brother, Carroll Archer. A private graveside service will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Frog Jump, TN on Wednesday, April 22 at 1:00 pm, with Pastor Mark Matheny officiating. Family has asked that in lieu of flowers that donations can be made to St Luke's UMC in Memphis 480 S. Highland St. Memphis, TN 38111. Also donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America www.alzfdn.org. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040
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November 06, 1954 – April 21, 2020
Kathy D. Justice, 65, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at her residence. She was born November 6, 1954 to the late James and Mildred Cooper. She was a homemaker.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, George Justice; two sons, Jason Howard Justice of Clarksdale, MS, Christopher George Justice (Krista) of Blue Springs, MO; two sisters, Betty Jackson of Winchester, Joyce Wilson (Tommy) of Arkansas; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
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May 25, 1951 – April 19, 2020
David Allen Lee, 68, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, April 19, 2020 at his residence. Born May 25, 1951, he was the son of the late Willie Elzie and Mildred Francine Hardin Lee. Mr. Lee proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a retired self-employed automotive body shop worker.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the families concern for the health and safety of friends, services for Mr. Lee will be private. Pallbearers will be Billy Hicks, Johnny Baker, Barry Hicks, Shawn Crouch, Jesse Ruth and Catfish.
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September 28, 1936 – April 18, 2020
Rebecca Jane Sawyers went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 18, 2020 in Dyersburg, Tennessee.
Jane was born in Dyersburg, TN on September 28, 1936. She graduated from Dyersburg High School as valedictorian of her class in 1954. She graduated in retailing and marketing with honors from the University of Alabama in 1958. She was a member of Pi Beta Phi Sorority. After a retailing career in Memphis and then a tenure of teaching at Hutchinson School in Memphis, Jane returned to Dyersburg. Jane loved Dyersburg and her country and always tried to make them better. Her Christian faith was always a part of her life in the church and at home.
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October 19, 1933 – April 16, 2020
Bobby Wesson Smith, 87, of Arlington, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020 at his residence.
Bobby was born on October 19, 1933, in Tipton, TN, to the late Guy William Smith and Sara Jane Gatlin Smith. He was a warehouse supervisor for Dixie Wax Paper Company.
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December 18, 1938 – April 13, 2020
Carl was born, in Dyer County, to Paul and Jessie Christian on December 18, 1938. He passed away on April 13, 2020, in Dyer County. He grew up in a large family, with dozens of relatives and friends living nearby. He was a lifelong resident of the Finley Community, and a member Finley Baptist Church. He served the Lord there, as Assistant Sunday School director and Chairman of the Building and Grounds committee.
He served his country, in the United States Air Force. After being Honorably Discharged, he returned to Dyer County. He took pride in working hard, and shared his time and energy, in a variety of professional capacities. He was a great provider for his family, and the best father in the world, to his children. His girls, and their children, were his pride and joy. He made many memories, they will reflect on for comfort. He looked forward to coffee time with his group, auctions and trips with his closest friends, and going to church. Nearly everyone in the community, has some special thought or saying he may have said. If you met Carl, you knew you had a loyal friend.
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July 23, 1964 – April 12, 2020
Stacey Lane Winchester, 55, of Friendship, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020 at his residence.
Stacey was born on July 23, 1964, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late James William Winchester and the late Dorothy Morris Winchester. He was a supervisor with Bennett Tool & Die and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ. Stacey proudly served his country in the United States Army.
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Patrick Oneal Spoon, 51, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
Patrick was born on August 19, 1968, in Dyersburg, TN, to Oneal and Paula Moore Spoon. He worked in maintenance at McDonald's and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
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April 11, 2020
Noah Harold Adkins, infant son of Amanda Alison Mann and Michael Steven Adkins, was born in to the arms of Jesus on Saturday, April 11, 2020 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Tim and Donna Mann, Barry Stephen Adkins, all of Dyersburg, Tammy Jane Caldwell of Riverside, IL; two aunts, Kalli-Rae Harris of Dyersburg, Danielle Nicole Caldwell of Riverside, IL; and his two great-grandmothers, Imogene Mann of Dyersburg and Janet Caldwell of Cicero, IL.
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December 02, 1933 – April 10, 2020
Goble Wiggins, Sr., 86, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at his residence.
Goble was born on December 2, 1933, in Mayfield, KY, to the late Charles and Iva Suiter Wiggins. He was retired from Fulton County Granary and was a member of Lakeland Baptist Church in Ridgely.
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March 09, 1954 – April 10, 2020
Mrs. Debbie Loftin, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away Friday, April 10, 2020 at the Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN. She was born March 9, 1954 in Moline, Il to Richard and Darlene Powell. After college she met her husband, Mark, while working together at a youth center in Chicago. They began a life-long ministry of caring for young people, from being house parents to children at a boarding school in The Dominican Republic to fostering children in Maryland. They finally settled in Dyersburg, TN, where she worked for the New Life Union Mission, directing the children's home, providing family assistance and she and Mark lead the after-school club. Over nearly 25 years, Debbie and Mark cared for over 300 children. She was a member of First Baptist church, where she taught the 4-year-old Sunday school class and also enjoyed ladies' bible studies in the community. She loved reading, walking, quilting, gardening, birding and was well known for being an amazing cook. Her family were her passion and she loved every minute with all of them.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Loftin, her daughters, Sheria Mills and husband, Benton, of Dyersburg and Tamara Stroud and husband, James, of Thompson Station, TN, her father, Richard Powell, two sisters, Dori McCartney and husband, John, of Tomball, TX and Dawn Robinson and husband, Tim, and a brother, Donald Powell, both of Moline Il. She was called Debba and loved by her six grandchildren, Tia & T.J. Lewis, Alydia Lyte, Clayton Sweetman, Maddox & McKinnley Mills. She is preceded in death by her mother, Darlene Beckstrom Powell and a daughter, Holly Henson.
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July 25, 1954 – April 10, 2020
Timothy Malcolm Hall, 65, of Tiptonville TN died Friday, April 10, 2020 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis Tennessee. He was born July 25, 1954 in Brownsville Tennessee and was the son of Willie Hall and the late Marilyn Hall.
He was a carpenter and retired from his business Hall Construction located in Jackson Tennessee.
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July 05, 1949 – April 08, 2020
Deborah Ann Richardson Turbeville, 70, of Gleason, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at her residence.
Deborah was born on July 5, 1949, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late, Charles and Annabelle Crum Richardson. She was a homemaker and a member of Bridge of Hope Church in Paris, TN.
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John T. Yarbro, 92, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2020 at the West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.
John was born on May 12, 1927, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Tom and Ethel Pierce Yarbro. He was a retired foreman at Colonial Rubber and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
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November 04, 1936 – April 03, 2020
Mr. Wiley Devon Layne, age 83, of Big Sandy passed away Friday, April 3, 2020. Wiley was born November 4, 1936 in Gates, TN. He is the son of the late Oakley and the late Lucille (Dunavant) Layne. He was a owner operator truck driver. He is survived by his wife: Janet (Rousseau) Layne , three sons: Robert Layne of Halls, TN, Thomas Layne of Jonesboro, AR, Ronnie Layne of Covington, TN. Step-Daughter Vicki Zachary of Sneedville, TN, three step-sons Charles Kenner of Sneedville, TN, Wayne Walters of New Albany, MS and Dale Walters of Chattanooga, TN Brother of one brother: Jimmy Layne of Ripley, TN. He also leaves 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Mr. Wiley was preceded in death by a daughter, Beverley Hillard and a brother Elton Layne and sister, Demondria Allie. A celebration of life service for Mr. Wiley Layne will be held at a later date.
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September 07, 1928 – April 03, 2020
Naomi Lowry Rushing, 91, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 3, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Born September 7, 1928 in Camden, she is the daughter of the late Raymond and Zilpha Lowry. She was a homemaker and a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church.
On November 11, 1950, she married James Hudson “Hut” Rushing in Corinth, MS and they raised two daughters, Winona Brewer (Ronnie) of Fairview, Leeta Himes (Keith) of Dyersburg. Hut preceded her in death on January 31, 2010 after 59 years of marriage. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Landon Himes (Leah) of Oxnard, CA, Neil Himes (Meitra Que) of Las Vegas, NV, Jedidiah Brewer of Kingwood, TX, Jared Brewer (Courtney) of Jacksonville, FL; and four great-grandchildren, Tucker Himes, Scarlett Naomi Himes, Connor Brewer and Nicolas Brewer.
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August 18, 1929 – April 02, 2020
Ms. Frances Juanita Gilliland, age 90, of Dyersburg passed away Thursday, April 2, 2020. Frances Gilliland was born August 18, 1929 in Crockett Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Ollie Edwards and the late Rosa (Starks) Sellers. Frances is survived by one son: Rick (Dianne) Gilliland of Dyersburg, TN; and three sisters: Arline Brasfield of Ripley, TN, Polly Davis of Orlando, FL and Yvonne Parlow of Alamo, TN,; Frances was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Gilliland and a Daughter, Cherryl Graham. She leaves behind 3 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. As precaution against the current pandemic, the family is conducting private graveside service
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August 01, 1926 – April 01, 2020
Frances Hammond McPherson, 93, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at her sons home in Newbern. Born August 1, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Ed and Goldie Ballard Hudson. She was retired from Heckethorn Manfacturing and a member of First Pentecostal Church.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.
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July 19, 1925 – March 31, 2020
As he climbed into his armored vehicle in 1945, 19-year-old Milton Rice looked out across the valley towards the faint skyline of Beethoven's hometown, wishing he could visit the musician's village instead of continuing on with the 14th Armored Division's push into the heart of Germany. The only man in his squad to survive the entire campaign from Marseille to Munich, Rice rarely spoke of his time during World War II, except in quiet moments, such as listening to his favorite Beethoven symphonies. What happened to the decorated World War II veteran during that campaign would have a profound influence on decisions Rice would make throughout his life, from managing one of the largest farms in Dyer County to helping thousands of local families buy property as the President of Dyer Land Title Company.
A man who never bragged, shied away from attention and personified dignity and grace in all situations, Rice passed away on Tuesday, March 31st at the age of 94.
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December 24, 1950 – March 30, 2020
Billy Robert Blair, 69, of Bogota, TN, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020 at his residence.
Billy was born on December 24, 1950, in Hornbeak, TN, to the late George Robert Blair and Nora Lee Cain Blair. He was a retired supervisor for Colonial Rubber.
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April 04, 1935 – March 30, 2020
George Osburn Lee, 84, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020 at his residence.
Mr. Lee was born on April 4, 1935, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late William and Demetria Cowell Lee. He was a retired supervisor at Colonial Rubber in Dyersburg. He was a member of Independent Free Holiness Church.
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June 16, 1942 – March 29, 2020
Mr. James W. Sanders, age 77, of Ripley passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020 at his home in Ripley. Mr. James was born June 16, 1942 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late William Roosevelt and the late Ravenell (Baggett) Sanders. Mr. James was a retired Operations Sergeant serving 28 years in the United States Army and an additional 10 years in the Tennessee National Guard. He is survived by his wife, Brenda (Walton) Sanders. He is also survived by two sons: Tim (Becky) Sanders , Jeffrey Sanders, a step-daughter Angela (James) Beard, step-son Todd (Dana) Parmenter, all of Ripley, TN. Mr. James is also survived by a sister Donna Ellis of Ripley, TN and a brother, Tony Sanders of MT. He leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Mr. James was preceded in death by a sister, Janie Little and brother Thomas Sanders. As a precaution against the current pandemic, the family is conducting a private graveside service. However, a public memorial service will be announced at a later date.
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August 08, 1958 – March 28, 2020
Brenda H. Lumley, 61, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, March 28, 2020 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Born August 8, 1958, she is the daughter of the late J.B. and Maxine Hilliard. She was formerly a cashier at Family Dollar and a member of the Baptist Church.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the funeral service for Brenda Lumley will be held for family only. Graveside services will be officiated by Reverend Mac Daniels at Fairview Cemetery.
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May 29, 1952 – March 27, 2020
Terry Lee Greer, 67, of Lenox, TN, passed into eternal life in his home after battling cancer for 3 years. He left this world and went to be with his Heavenly Father on Friday, March 27, 2020.
Terry was born on May 29, 1952, in Memphis, TN to the late Elbert and Mary Frances Greer. He was a retired paint contractor and used his retirement to do things he loved such as fishing, hunting, gardening and spending time with family. Terry was a member at Holy Hills Baptist Church in Dyersburg, TN.
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Read full obituary → February 05, 1939 – March 26, 2020
Dorothy Sue Patterson, 81, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2020 at her residence.
Dorothy was born on February 5, 1939, in Hohenwald, TN, to the late Lee and Bobbie Ann McClain Seiber. She was a retired garment factory supervisor at Rolane Manufacturing and was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church.
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October 22, 1990 – March 25, 2020
Christopher Blake Weldon, 29, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Regional One in Memphis.
Christopher was born on October 22, 1990, in Dyersburg, TN, to Robert Weldon and Bronwen Turnbo Hogshooter. He was self-employed and was a member of the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ.
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Dyersburg Funeral Home Information related to COVID-19 related operations
Based on the recommendations of State and National Funeral Director's Associations and the Governor of the State of Tennessee, Dyersburg Funeral Home is making the following changes to our normal operations.
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March 24, 2020
Mr. John Palmer, of Dyersburg, passed away March 24, 2020 at the West Tennessee Veterans' Home in Humboldt TN. He was born May 28, 1936 to Delbert and Laverne McClanahan Palmer. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee and the UT School of Law. He served in the United States Air Force, as Dyersburg City Judge, as a member of the Tennessee State Legislature and was a long-time member of First United Methodist Church. He dedicated his life to the practice of law with The Palmer Law Firm in Dyersburg, TN.
He is survived by his wife, June Wilkerson Palmer, a son, Joe Palmer, a daughter, Julie Palmer, a brother, Tom Palmer and a grandson, Jullian Galvan Palmer. He is preceded in death by his parents.
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February 13, 1935 – March 24, 2020
W.J. Brown, 85, of Dyersburg, died Monday, March 23, 2020 at Harborview Health Systems of Dyersburg. Born February 13, 1935, he is the son of the late Raymond and Evie Reed Brown. He was a member of Holy Hills Baptist Church. W.J. was retired with the City of Dyersburg Police Department as an investigator and patrolman.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the visitation and funeral service for Mr. Brown will be held for family only. A larger memorial visitation will be held at a later date.
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Read full obituary → April 26, 1925 – March 22, 2020
Martha Lee Parker, 94, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at her residence.
Martha was born on April 26, 1925, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Seeb Arlander Gooch and the late Ida Law Gooch. She was the retired owner of Lakeview Dining Room, where Martha served in the Reelfoot Lake area restaurant business for 65 years. She was a Methodist by faith.
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