Lamar Abernathy

March 02, 1930 – May 29, 2019

Lamar Abernathy, age 89, of Halls died Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at his home in Halls, TN. Lamar was born March 2, 1930 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late William Lamar and the late Gladys (Boner) Abernathy. He was a farmer. He is survived by two daughters: Vicki (Mike) Curran and Angie Meeks both of Halls and one son: Lanny (Judy) Carlton Abernathy of Newbern, TN. Lamar was preceded in death by his wife Charlene (Bobo) Abernathy and two sisters Annie Mozella Pratt and Mary Neal Pratt. The funeral will be held 6:00 pm on Friday, May 31 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Don Williams and Charles Pratt officiating. Burial will be in Abernathy Family Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 31 from 3pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Abernathy Family Cemetery . Halls,TN, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAY 31. 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 31. 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Odell Scallions

June 23, 1932 – May 28, 2019

Odell Scallions, age 86, of Gates died Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at his home in Ripley. Odell was born June 23, 1932 in Burdett, AR. He is the son of the late John and the late Maggie (Sorrell) Scallions. He served in the United States Army. Odell also was a retired truck driver. He is survived by three daughters: Vicki Burns of Gates, TN, Cindy Scallions of Port St Lucie, FL and Tina Williams of Chattanooga, TN, and two sons: Michael Scallions of Adamsville, TN and Gary Scallions of Ripley, TN. He also leaves seven other siblings. Odell was preceded in death by his son Donald Scallions. The funeral will be held at 12 noon on May 31.2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN, with Bro. Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 31 from 10 am until 12 pm at Halls Funeral Home. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 31. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 31. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Carolyn "Momma C" Bushart Perry

April 08, 1942 – May 26, 2019

Carolyn Faye Bushart Perry, also affectionately known to many as "Momma C", age 77, of Alamo died Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. She was born April 8, 1942 in Alamo, TN to the late Eddie Faine and the late Reba Sue (White) Bushart. Momma C was employed most of her life in some form of food service. She is survived by two daughters: Teresa "Sissy" (Rowdy) Davis and Karen King both of Maury City, TN, two sons: Craig (Sarah) Beaird and Hank (Donna) Beaird both of Halls, TN. She was the sister of four brothers: Ernest Bushart , James Bushart , Lloyd Don Bushart all of Friendship, TN and Roy Lee Bushart of Memphis, TN. Momma C also leaves behind 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was preceded on death by her sister, Glenda Byrd, and a grandson, John Beaird. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 29 at Maury City Church Of God, 6930 State Hwy 88, Maury City, TN with Bro. Rowdy Davis officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, 356 Archer's Chapel Rd, Halls, TN following the service. Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 29 from 11:00 am. until service time at Maury City Church Of God. Pallbearers for the service will be Josh Davis, Joe Beaird, Daniel Beaird, Matthew Beaird, Eddie Bushart, Jeremiah Byrd, Lucas Bushart and Ryan Bushart. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crockett Co. NOAH, P.O. Box 94, Alamo, TN 38001 Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 29. 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Church of God 6930 State Hwy 88 Maury City, TN 38050 Service MAY 29. 2:00 PM (CT) Maury City Church of God 6930 State Hwy 88 Maury City, TN 38050

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Harry Prestley Smith

June 02, 1927 – May 26, 2019

H arry Prestley Smith was born on June 2, 1927 in Richardsville, Kentucky to Carter and Harley Smith. He was the 17th child born to his mother and the 20th born to his father. The family moved to Evansville, Indiana; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; then to Louisville, Kentucky. Two other siblings joined the family.

After living in Louisville, Harry, along with siblings Carter Jr, Fannie, and Billie, attended St. Vincent's Academy, a Catholic boarding school, in Henderson, Kentucky. At the end of Harry's third grade year, Mr. Smith gave his children the choice to remain living in Louisville or to move to Dyersburg, Tennessee. The children thought Dyersburg sounded like some exotic place a long distance away, so along with the fact the y did not want to remain at the boarding school, they made their choice and were on the road to Tennessee.

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Patricia Louise Campbell

August 07, 1937 – May 25, 2019

Patricia Louise Campbell, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Canterbury Place.

She was born on August 7, 1937, in Ashport, TN to the late Paul and Bessie Jones Williams. Patricia was a retired insurance agent and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She loved raising vegetable gardens, yard work and traveling with her husband.

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Wesley Ronald Blankenship

January 13, 1968 – May 25, 2019

Wesley Ronald Blankenship, 51, of Hernando, MS, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019.

He was born on January 13, 1968, in Chicago, IL, to the late Ronald and Ruth Justice Blankenship. Wesley was a plumber and an avid fisherman. He was a member of Longview Church and the Men's Bible Study Group in Hernando, MS, but had previously been attending Riverwoods Church in Dyersburg, TN.

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Charles Edward Barham

September 21, 1945 – May 25, 2019

Charles Edward Barham, 73, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

He was born on September 21, 1945, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Shelley and Ola Mae Burkhead Barham. Charles was a retired paramedic for Dyersburg Regional Hospital, where he worked for over 30 years.

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Robert Junior Epperson

September 10, 1937 – May 25, 2019

Robert Junior Epperson, of Lenox, TN, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 at his residence. Born September 10, 1937 at RoEllen, TN, he was the son of the late Bethel and Charlie Epperson. He was a retired employee of Oldberg Manufacturing Company and Dyersburg Fabrics . Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 31, 2019 at the Lenox Church of God of Prophecy officiated by Brother David Prince. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday, May 30, 2019, from 5:00 until 8:00 at Curry Funeral Home. He is survived by Lila Epperson, his wife of 60 years; two sons, Jeff Epperson and wife Teresa of Dyersburg and Tony Epperson and wife Kelly of Lenox; and one sister, Minnie Frances Sawyer. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Lee Epperson and wife Amanda, Jamie Dennis and wife Kayla, Tiffaney French, and Tracey French; and, five great-grandchildren: Robbie Epperson, Hannah French, Linley Dennis, Landon Dent and Jayden Lemonds; and a host of nephews and nieces. Artie French, Chris White, James Alexander, Keith Anderson, David Haddock and Brad Studard will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Estel White and Jim Grantham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: John Epperson and James Epperson; and two sisters: Pauline Sawyer and Ila Mae Weaver. We are privileged and honored to serve the Epperson family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Dorothy Jean Lemons Clark

November 19, 1942 – May 24, 2019

. Dorothy Jean Lemons Clark, 76, passed away at her home in Halls on Friday May 24th. 2019. She was the daughter of the late John R. and the late Geraldine (White) Lemons. Dorothy was a restaurant owner for most all of her life. In 1972, she started the original Tiger Grill. After selling the business she opened up Clark's Grocery, which later became known as DJ'S Diner and Deli. She ran DJ's very successfully for 35 years, until her health forced her retirement. Many fond memories where made at this little restaurant, as well as some lifelong relationships. Dorothy is survived by a daughter; Tammy (Ty) Brasfield of Halls, a son; Jimmy (Sherry) Clark of Friendship, and a special niece, whom she helped raise, Valerie Hargett of Halls. She is also survived by two step-daughters: Dinah Clark of Halls and Kay (Bill) Harber of Paris,TN. Dorothy leaves behind a sister; Jewel Dean (Bobbie) Raines of Leesburg, Al and two brothers: Dale Lemons of Ripley, and Bill (Cathy) Lemons of Gates,TN. Mamaw, as she was so lovingly referred to, leaves eight grandchildren: Magean (Stephen) Stephenson, Katie (Hunter) Newsome, Taylor (Dylan) Coleman, John Tyler Brasfield, Leann (Ryan) Hagen, Laura (Jason) Lee, Christy (Steven) Pledge, and Joseph (Katie) Brown. She was also blessed to have nine great-grandchildren, and one more on the way, thanks to Katie and Hunter Newsome. Dorothy also leaves behind a host of other family members and friends who she loved and who loved her. She was preceded in death by a sister; Mary Ann Riley, and three brothers: J.R. Lemons, Robin Lemons and Jerry Kenneth Lemons. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm Wednesday May 29th. 2019 at the Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN. Funeral Services will be held at 2pm. May 30th, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, with her nephew, Bro. Jerry Lemons officiating. Burial will follow in the Concord Cemetery in Gates. Halls Funeral Home has charge. 731-836-7111 Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Calling Hours MAY 29. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 30. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Sandra Sue Rushing

September 04, 1951 – May 24, 2019

Sandra Sue Rushing, 67, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on September 4, 1951, in Chicago, IL, to the late Noble and Barbara Ann Hopper Ogden. Sandra was a homemaker.

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Jerry Cantrell

November 13, 1942 – May 24, 2019

Jerry Cantrell, 76, of Dyersburg, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at his daughters residence. Born November 13, 1942, he was the son of the late Edward Leon and Kate Lucille Sweat Cantrell. He was retired business owner of Budget Battery and proudly served his county in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.

He is survived by two daughters, Angela Jones (David) of Dyersburg, Donna White (Steve) of Valparaiso, IN; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

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Christine "Chris" Jones Parker

May 01, 1957 – May 24, 2019

Christine “Chris” Jones Parker, 62, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born May 1, 1957, she was the daughter of Peggy Jones the late Newman “Skipper” Jones. She was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. She is survived by her son, Justin Parker and her mother, Peggy Jones, both of Dyersburg. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Parker and two brothers, Newman “Ted” Jones and James Gordon Jones. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Parker and Jones family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Doris Ann Fitzhugh

July 01, 1935 – May 23, 2019

Doris Ann Fitzhugh, age 83, of Halls passed away Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Alamo Nursing Home in Alamo, TN. Doris was born July 1, 1935 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Hal Blanton and the late Maurine Virginia (Moore) McBride. Doris was a clerical worker, serving as a cashier for many years. She is survived by her husband, James Fitzhugh. She also leaves three daughters; Connie Moore of Halls, Beth Cunningham of Halls, TN and Lisa Kendrick of Brownsville, TN. Doris is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Doris was preceded in death by a son, Timothy "Bubba" Hendrix and a brother, Donald McBride. The funeral will be held 4:00 pm on Friday, May 24 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, May 24 from 1pm until service time, at Halls Funeral Home. . Cemetery Details Mt. Vernon Cemetery Dyersburg, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 24. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 24. 4:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Dimple Gillam Quinn

March 15, 1931 – May 23, 2019

Dimple Quinn, 88, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at VanAyer Manor Nursing Center in Martin, TN.

She was born on March 15, 1931, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late John Burton Gillam and Eva Gray Edwards Gillam. Dimple was a homemaker and was also a former AVON Representative. She attended First United Pentecostal Church.

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Sonja L. Gregson

November 08, 1941 – May 23, 2019

Sonja L. Gregson, 77, of Trenton, died Thursday, May 23, 2019 at her residence. Born November 8, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Lee and Viola Brackin Gregson. She was disabled and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mickey Dodd with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Roy Thomas Cross

August 29, 1963 – May 22, 2019

Roy Thomas Cross, age 55, of Ripley died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Roy was born August 29, 1963 in Chicago, IL. He is the son of the late Donald and the late Beatrice Fisher Cross. He is survived by his wife: Gail Renee (Ellis) Cross and one daughter: Jamie Spaulding of Ripley, TN; Roy leaves two sisters Mary Grace and Linda Cross both of Southaven, MS. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery , Henning on Sunday, May 26 at 2:00 pm. . Cemetery Details Bethlehem Cemetery Henning, TN

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Sandra Neisler

October 13, 1942 – May 22, 2019

Sandra Neisler, 76, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at the home of her grandson in Trenton. Born October 13, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Richard E. Light and Lillian Brown. She was a retired farmer. She was married 56 years to the late Hubert Alton Neisler.

Graveside funeral services will be Friday, May 24, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Mayfield Cemetery in Trenton, TN officiated by Reverend David Powell. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery at 10:30 a.m.

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Landon Parker Hughes

January 12, 2007 – May 21, 2019

Landon Parker Hughes, 12, of Finley, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 as the result of injuries sustained in a car accident.

Landon was born on January 12, 2007, in Dyersburg to his loving parents, Andy Hughes and Georgia Hughes.

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John P. "Phil" Rhodes

July 19, 1961 – May 21, 2019

John P. "Phil" Rhodes, 57, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on July 19, 1961, in Memphis, TN, to Kay Harrington Baker and John Phillip Rhodes, Jr. Phil was retired from the traffic office with Colonial Rubber. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and loved water skiing.

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Linda Gooch

September 21, 1941 – May 18, 2019

Linda Hall Gooch Linda Hall Gooch, age 77 of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, May 18th at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was born on September 21st, 1941 in Halls, TN to the late William Bernard and Mae Bell Hall. She was a 1959 graduate of Halls High School. Linda was a Homemaker and the wife of Kenneth E. Gooch for nearly 60 years. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth E. Gooch, of Jackson; One daughter Stephanie Lynn Allen (Darin) of Jackson: three sons, William Kenneth (Patricia), and Jeffrey Stanton (Christy) of Jackson, and Ronald Winston, of Milan: Five grandchildren, Michael Gooch (Ambur), Kimberly Sellers (Jonathan), Madison Rogers (Morris), Kayla Gooch, and Kaleigh Allen, all of Jackson: 7 great grandchildren, all of Jackson. Graveside services will be conducted at 1 pm on Wednesday, May 22nd at Halls Cemetery in Halls, Tn. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040

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Doris Crum Swafford

July 30, 1932 – May 18, 2019

Doris Crum Swafford, 86, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Canterbury Place.

She was born on July 30, 1932, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Shelby and Edith Rainey Crum. Doris was retired from Sylvania. She was a member of the Dyersburg First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where she taught Sunday School Class. Doris also loved being with her grandchildren.

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Danny Basil Burns

December 15, 1946 – May 16, 2019

Danny Basil Burns, age 72, of Ripley died Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Danny was born December 15, 1946 in Lauderdale County , TN. He is the son of the late James Basil and the late Velma Thurmond Burns. Danny was a retired veteran of the Tennessee Air National Guard with 23 years of service. He is survived by one daughter: Kristy Richards and one son Jeremy Burns both of Newbern, TN. Brother of one sister: Doris Simpson of Ripley, TN and three brothers: Roger Burns of Ripley, TN, Rickey Burns of Munford, TN and Marty Burns of Dyersburg, TN. Danny also leaves 3 grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 18 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tim Smartt officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, May 18 from 12-2 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 18. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 18. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Richard Harold R.H. "Red" Bond

August 30, 1919 – May 15, 2019

Richard Harold R.H. "Red" Bond, 99, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Harborview of Dyersburg.

He was born on August 30, 1919 in Trenton, TN in Gibson County, to the late Guy Ransom Bond and the late Essie Yates Ward Bond. R.H. was a retired plant supervisor with for South Central Bell, where he worked for 43 years. In 1960 he was a Lay Leader for the United Methodist Church in Memphis. "Red" was a delegate to the United Methodist Jurisdictional Conference for 44 years and was also a delegate to the United Methodist General Conference for 36 years. He served on various General Conference Committees, including Evangelism, Native American and Episcopacy Committee. R.H. was twice honored by the United Methodist Church Annual Conference with Harry Denman Award for Outstanding Layman Evangelism and also traveled throughout the United States as a layman speaker for the United Methodist Church. He was a member of: Gideons for 10 years, Masons, Lions Club, Jaycees, Men's Tell Others Prayer Breakfast for 60 + years, Boy Scouts of America and the Annual Dyer County American Heart Association Fund Raising Chairman in 1962. In 1944 he volunteered for the United States Marines and was assigned to the 5th Regiment of the 1st Marine Division. He served in World War II in the South Pacific and China as a communication specialist and was trained in heavy weapons (invasion of Okinawa). Many people in this area know "Red" for his creation of fine wood carpentry. He cut the tree, milled the log, cured the wood, and created museum quality furniture. He enjoyed his woodworking hobby until the age of 95. "Red" delighted neighbors and friends with his gardening specialty of home-grown tomatoes and kept a garden and greenhouse growing a variety of vegetables throughout his life.

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Joyce Henson Hill

July 16, 1935 – May 11, 2019

Joyce Viola Henson Hill, age 83, of Ripley passed away Saturday, May 11, 2019 at home in Ripley. Joyce was born July 16, 1935 in Lauderdale Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Samuel Guy and the late Wilma (Gunner) Henson. She was as a homemaker and former Tupperware employee. She is survived by three daughters: Sammie Ward of Halls, TN, Robin Burrow of Lake Of The Ozark, MO. and Donna Lents of Halls, TN: two sons: Leslie Shands and Richard Shands both of Halls, TN; two step-daughters: Glenda Hayles of Brighton, TN and Teresia Quilbio of Jackson, TN; a step-son, Dewayne Shands of Memphis, TN. Joyce is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Shands, step sons: Phillip Shands and Loyvoid Hill Jr. Joyce was also preceded in death by her husbands Wallace Shands, and Loyvoid Hill Sr. Visitation will be held from 5 until 8pm Monday at the Halls Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held 10am Tuesday at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN with Bro. Doug Clinton officiating. Burial will follow in the Dry Hill Cemetery near Halls. . . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAY 13. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 14. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Stevie Ray Boyd

June 03, 1968 – May 11, 2019

Stevie Ray Boyd, 50, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

He was born on June 3, 1968, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Howard Russell Boyd and the late Dell Marie Tubbs Boyd. Stevie was a mechanic.

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Barbara Rosetta Reedy

October 29, 1953 – May 10, 2019

Barbara Rosetta Reedy, 65, of Finley, TN, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

She was born on October 29, 1953, in Dyersburg, TN, to Elsie Mancell Monroe and the late Frank Loyal Monroe. Barbara was a retired assembly line worker at Heckethorn Manufacturing.

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Robert Richard Conrad

April 21, 1956 – May 09, 2019

Robert Richard Conrad, Jr., age 63, of Gates died Thursday, May 9, 2019 at West TN Healthcare of Dyersburg, TN. Robert was born April 21, 1956 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of Robert Richard Sr. and the late Shirley (Smith) Conrad Sr. He was a truck driver. He is survived by his wife: Suzanne Conrad , one daughter: Jacqueline Sanders of Gates, TN and one son: Richard Conrad of Gates, TN. Brother of one sister: Cathy Pike of Ripley, TN and three brothers: Wayne Conrad, Steve Conrad and Wesley Conrad all of Ripley, TN. He also leaves 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Monday, May 13 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, May 12 from 5 - 8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 12. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 13. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Betty Joyce McConnell

May 26, 1947 – May 09, 2019

Betty Joyce McConnell, age 71, of Halls died Thursday, May 9, 2019 at West TN Healthcare of Dyersburg, TN. Betty was born May 26, 1947 in Lauderdale County , TN. She is the daughter of Joy Ward. Betty was as a caregiver. She is survived by one daughter: Whitney Carol Booker of Halls, TN and one son: Chuck McConnell of Halls, TN. Sister of three sisters: Terri Ann Holley of Halls, TN and Donna Sue Booker of Hendersonville, TN, Anita Michaels of Halls and two brothers: Micky Ward and Jimmy Ward Both of Halls, TN. She also leaves 6 grandchildren. Betty was preceded in death by her father Sewell Ward. Memorial services will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, May 14 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Memorial Service MAY 14. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Norma Jean Hilliard

October 17, 1941 – May 09, 2019

Norma Jean Hilliard, age 77, of Southaven, MS passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Norma was born October 17, 1941 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late William and the late Pauline (Burr) Terry. She was employed in the nutritional services department for Baptist Memorial Hospital, for many years until her retirement. She is survived by two sons: Tracy Hilliard of Southaven, MS and Scottie Terry of Halls, TN, Sister of two sisters: Juanita Prater of Halls, TN and Edith Hogeland of Halls, TN, and one brother: George Terry of Halls, TN; Norma was preceded in death by a son, Timothy Hilliard, and husband Gaylon Hilliard. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Saturday, May 11 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, May 11 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Saturday, May 11 from 11:00 am until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 11. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAY 11. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Mary "Mama Sue" Carroll

January 23, 1920 – May 09, 2019

Mary "Mama Sue" Carroll, 99, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

She was born on January 23, 1920, in Bogota, TN. She lived and worked in Bogota and Dyer County all of her life. Mama Sue worked on a farm and in her later years retired as a machine operator from Sylvania. She was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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Lee Hastings Simmons

October 23, 1937 – May 07, 2019

Lee Hastings Simmons, 81, of Finley , TN passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

He was born on October 23, 1937, in Halls, TN, to the late Thomas Hilton Simmons and the late Emma Sue Hastings Simmons. Lee served the community for 43 years as a pharmacist for the Dyersburg Methodist Hospital. He graduated the University of Tennessee School of Pharmacy in 1959 and was a member of the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity. He was a member for over 50 years and served as a Deacon for the Finley Baptist Church. He enjoyed the BBQ Hut Monday morning "Coffee Club". He served as a commissioner for the Dyersburg Suburban Utility District.

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Janie Simpson

May 28, 1938 – May 07, 2019

Janie Simpson, 80, of Finley, died Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born May 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Pollard and Lilly Mae Parmenter Burns. She was a produce farmer and sold her vegetables at the Methodist Church parking lot and Reelfoot Lake Flea Market.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 10, 2019 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Mac Daniels with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Johnathan Edmaiston

March 07, 1994 – May 06, 2019

Johnathan Edmaiston, 25, of Lakeland, TN passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on March 7, 1994, in Memphis, TN, to John Edmaiston and Lisa Mowery. Johnathan was a clinical nutritionist and salesman at Vitamin World. He also attended Mississippi State University.

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Earron Graves, Jr.

November 10, 1933 – May 06, 2019

Earron Graves, Jr., 85, of Bonicord, TN, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on November 10, 1933, in Steele, MO, to the late Earn and Roxie Carroll Graves. Earron was retired from the maintenance department with Colonial Rubber. He was an Endowment Member of the NRA and was an avid outdoorsman. Earron served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.

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James "Shorty" Thomas Joyce

June 16, 1949 – May 05, 2019

James "Shorty" Thomas Joyce, 69, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on June 16, 1949, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Cas Joyce and the late Mamie Manns Dycus. Shorty was a retired supervisor for Econo-Mail and was on the bowling league while in Cicero, IL and attended the River of Life Church in Ridgely. He was an avid fisherman and loved camping, traveling and listening to Country Music.

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Glen Franklin Scott

December 13, 1941 – May 04, 2019

Glen Franklin Scott, 77, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

He was born on December 13, 1941, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late, Joseph Commodore Scott and the late Sarah Mozella Tucker Scott. Glen was a retired supervisor for the State of Tennessee Department of Transportation. He was a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church and was a minister. Glen loved hunting, family gatherings, eating and baseball, especially the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Betty Ann Kimbrell

August 18, 1937 – May 01, 2019

Betty Ann Kimbrell, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on August 18, 1937, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Buel and Girty Rose Enochs. Betty was a homemaker and was a member of McCullough Chapel Baptist Church.

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Patsy Jane Lowery

July 27, 1942 – May 01, 2019

Patsy Jane Lowery, 76, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

She was born on July 27, 1942, in Newbern, TN, to the late Bob Lewis and Freeda Beatty Lewis. Patsy was an employee for the State Gazette and was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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James H. "Jimmy" Mcguire

March 15, 1935 – April 30, 2019

James H. "Jimmy" McGuire, 84, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was born on March 15, 1935, in Lenox, TN, to the late James William McGuire and the late Bonnie Mae Gibson McGuire. Jimmy was a retired salesman for Goodyear Tire & Rubber and was a former manager of BF Goodrich, where he received multiple sales awards. He enjoyed fishing, photography, square dancing, reading the Bible and gardening. Jimmy was a devout Christian and a member of Three Oaks Chapel Baptist Church. He was a Dyersburg High School graduate and class coordinator for the Class of 1952. Jimmy was a 21-year cancer survivor.

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Sarah Bruce Goldsby

May 11, 1949 – April 28, 2019

Sarah Bruce Goldsby, 69, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on May 11, 1949, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Horace and Virginia Finch Bruce. Sarah was a teacher for the Dyersburg City School System and was a member of First United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Retired Teachers Lunch Bunch, member of the Bereavement Meal Team and assisted with Monday Meals for shut-in and homebounds. Sarah was active in the Emmaus and Chryalis Community, active in the Dyersburg Community Bible Study Group and was a member of the Jubilate Deo Sunday School Class. She was also active in her grandchildren's lives and their activities.

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Joseph Perry Permenter, II

March 22, 1961 – April 28, 2019

Joseph Perry Permenter, II, 58, of Dyersburg, died April 28, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Mr. Permenter was born in Dyersburg, Tennessee to the late Joseph Perry and Vergie Mae Glozier Permenter. He was a general contractor. A memorial visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m, Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Curry Funeral Home with inurnment to follow at Fairview Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jean Phares Permenter; five sons, Joseph Perry Permenter, III, Phillip Paul Permenter, Jeremiah Permenter, Joshua Permenter and Nathan Lee Permenter; one sister, Dianne Ireland; one brother, Jimmy Permenter; and ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five sisters, Gelletta French, Monette Chase, Margie Gonzalez, Gloria Permenter and Theresa Roberson and three brothers, Jerry Paul Permenter, Marvin Permenter and Davy Permenter. We are privileged and honored to serve the Permenter family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Edith Louise Owsley Spicer

February 13, 1944 – April 27, 2019

Mrs. Edith Louise Owsley Spicer, age 75, of Dyersburg, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Harborview Nursing Care in Dyersburg.

She was born February 13, 1944 in Friendship, Tennessee to James and Louise Cobb Owsley. She worked as a substitute teacher at Holice Powell School and in the Dyer County School System. She enjoyed flower gardening, cooking and reading and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene in Dyersburg.

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Eloise Pruitt George

September 16, 1920 – April 27, 2019

Eloise Pruitt George, 98, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Maple Ridge Nursing Home.

She was born on September 16, 1920, in Miston, TN, to the late Frank and Sadie Asbridge Pruitt. Eloise was a retired cafeteria worker for Dyersburg Middle School. She was a member of Springhill Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher and was a member of the choir.

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Bill Mark Perkins

March 04, 1929 – April 26, 2019

Bill Perkins of Dyersburg, passed away Friday, April 26, 2019 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home.

He was retired manager of Dyer County Farm Bureau and a lifetime member of Future Farmers of America and the American Legion. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he was part of the occupation of South Korea after World War II. The achievement he was proudest of was teaching Sunday School at the Dyersburg Fire Department and serving as their Associate Chaplain.

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Gloria Dene Gunter

November 30, 1937 – April 25, 2019

Gloria Dene Gunter, 81, of Halls, TN passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at her residence.

She was the daughter of Stephen Andrew and Lalie Elizabeth Holladay. She was married to Alvin Ralph Gunter for 59 years. She was a co-worker and supporter of her husband in his 49-year ministry and loved life and loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Born to this union was a son, Stephen Ray Gunter who precedes her in death; and a daughter, Debra Kay Curran. She was a member of the Finley United Methodist Church.

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Bro. Paul Junior Bramlett

August 10, 1938 – April 25, 2019

Bro. Paul Junior Bramlett, age 80, of Ridgely. Tn. passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis, Tn. Paul was a retired heavy equipment operator for the State of Tn. He has been a minister for 45 years. He was pastor at Phillippy Baptist Church and still served as needed at various churches. He was a member of Calvary Independent Baptist Church. He was a US Navy Veteran. Paul was an avid hunter, fisherman, singer, harmonica player, carpenter, and he shot a mean game of pool.

Funeral Services for Mr. Paul Bramlett will be Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 3:30pm at Calvary Independent Baptist Church, conducted by Bro. Carl Southerland. Visitation will begin 5 pm on Saturday at the Ridgely Chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home. Interment will be at New Haven Cemetery near Ridgely.

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Margaret Faye Tucker

November 18, 1933 – April 23, 2019

Margaret Faye Tucker, age 85, of Ripley died Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Margaret was born November 18, 1933 in Henning, TN. She is the daughter of the late P.P. and the late LeLa (Ammons) Johnson. She worked in home health care. She is survived by one daughter: Phyllis (Jimmy) Tolbert of Halls, TN and two sons: Bill (Stephanie) Wenzler of Brentwood, TN and Bobby (Annette) Wenzler of Ripley, TN. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Joe Walter Tucker and a daughter, Teresa Scoggins and three brothers, Jimmie R. Johnson, William L. Johnson and David T. Johnson. Margaret also leaves five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 1:30 pm on Friday, April 26 at Grace cemetery, Ripley, TN with Bro. Larry Howard officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, April 26 from 11:00 am until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation APR 26. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service APR 26. 1:30 PM (CT) Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN

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Ronnie D. Anderson

June 12, 1946 – April 21, 2019

Ronnie D. Anderson, 72, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on June 12, 1946, in Medina, TN, to the late Otis and Annie Luckey Anderson. Ronnie was a retired river boat captain for Kirby Inland Marine. He was an avid fisherman and served his country in the United States Army.

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