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Jonas Dale Koonce

March 03, 1943 – September 04, 2019

Jonas Dale Koonce, age 76, of Ripley passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at his home in Ripley. Mr. Koonce was born March 3, 1943 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Vaughn Koonce and is the son of the late J.B. and Annie Katherine Newman Koonce. Funeral services will be at 11AM Saturday, September 7, 2019 with a visitation to be from 9:30AM until the time of service at 11AM all at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Grace Cemetery. Brother Manuel Valadez will officiate. Mr. Koonce served his country proudly in the Marine Corps and the National Guard Reserve. He was employed by A.O. Smith as a supervisor. Along with his wife, he is also survived by a son, Steve Koonce of Ripley; three daughters, Terri Etheridge, Kasi Koonce, and Kelly Koonce all of Ripley; two grandchildren whom he was a part of raising, Kory and Kayleigh Koonce both of Ripley; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Mr. Koonce was also preceded in death by a son, Mike Koonce and a grandson. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com (731) 836 - 7111 Cemetery Details Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation SEP 7. 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 7. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Lemmie Lee Jones, Jr.

April 12, 1932 – September 04, 2019

Lemmie Lee Jones, Jr., 87, of Brighton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Methodist Healthcare North in Memphis, TN.

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Sonjia Lynne Tolar

July 24, 1943 – September 01, 2019

Sonjia Lynne Tolar, 76, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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Johnny Lynn Ratliff

July 07, 1954 – September 01, 2019

Johnny Ratliff, 65, died Sunday, September 1, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Born July 7, 1954, he was the son of the late Robert Neal and Edna Earl Spradley Ratliff. He was the former Quality Auditor at Nordyne.

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Mary Viola Edens

October 15, 1934 – August 31, 2019

Mary Viola Edens, age 84, of Halls passed away Saturday, August 31,2019 at Saint Joseph Senior Living Facility in St. Joseph, MO. Vi was born October 15,1934 in Frog Jump, TN. She is the daughter of the late Bill and Irene Rude. She is survived by her daughters: Jenny Clark of Halls, TN, Nancy (John) Little of St. Joseph, MO, Lynn (Craig) York of Murfreesboro, TN, and one sister Linda (Charles) Feathers of Millington,TN. Vi also leaves six grandchildren: Amber (Jason) Walters, Lauren (Tyler) Layne, Rachel (Stephen) DePriest, Matthew (Shiho) Clark, Jenna (Kyle) Jann, and Riley Little and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Charles Edens. Vi was a member of First Baptist Church of Halls. The funeral will be held at 2:00pm on Friday, September 6,2019 at Halls First Baptist Church,102 E. Tigrett Street, Halls, TN with Brother Brian Isbell officiating. Burial will be in the Halls Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, September 5,2019 from 5-8pm at Halls First Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Halls,102 E. Tigrett Street, Halls, TN 38040. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation SEP 5. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls First Baptist Church Halls, TN 38040 Service SEP 6. 2:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116

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James Luther Smith, Jr.

September 24, 1955 – August 31, 2019

James Luther Smith, Jr., 63, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Darrell Joan Hall

January 24, 1946 – August 31, 2019

Darrell Joan Hall, 73, of Finley, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at her residence.

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Christy Lee Ashmore

October 29, 1958 – August 30, 2019

Christy Lee Ashmore, age 60, of Ripley passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Christy was born October 29, 1958 in Ripley, TN. She is the daughter of the late Bill Ashmore and the late Lona (Burns) Ballinger. She is survived by eight sisters: Vickie Kirby of Ripley, TN, Ann Messier of New Tazewell , TN, Susan Holladay of Ripley, TN, Marilyn Christensen of Montrose, MI, Charlotte Rice of Ripley, TN, Patricia Wallace of Galloway,TN, Diana Clem of Covington, TN and Tina Christian of Dyersburg, TN, and one brother: Billy Ashmore of Ripley, TN. Christy also leaves two very special friends Bonnie Bates and Donna Cook. She was also loved by many nieces and nephews, she will be missed by many. A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 4 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Chris Buckner officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, September 4 from 5pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home. Previous Events Visitation SEP 4. 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service SEP 4. 6:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Elliott Delmar Goode Jr.

February 26, 1951 – August 29, 2019

Elliott Delmar Goode, Jr., age 68, of Ripley passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019. Mr. Goode was born February 26, 1951 in Tipton County, TN. He is the son of the late Elliott and Mary Alice Goode. A memorial service will be held at 4PM, Thursday, September 5, 2019 with a visitation to begin at 2PM until the time of service all at Halls Funeral Home. Mr. Goode is survived by one daughter, Nancy McCallister of Dyersburg; two brothers, Scott Goode of Dresden and Danny Goode of Selmer; one sister, Delores Hunt of KY; 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. He served in the marine corps. Mr. Good was also preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Goode; longtime companion, Joyce Knowles; and a daughter, Katie Logan. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. 731-836-7111. Previous Events Visitation SEP 5. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Donald Wayne Flowers

March 15, 1937 – August 29, 2019

Donald W. Flowers, 82, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at Dyersburg Manor.

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Edward Percy Rich

May 16, 1931 – August 28, 2019

Edward Percy Rich passed away at his home in Halls, TN on August 28,2019. Edward was born May 16,1931 in Bryn Mawr, PA. He was the son of the late John Frederick and the late Virginia (Percy) Rich. Edward leaves a sister Loren Mitchel from Weston, CT. Funeral services for Edward are incomplete at this time.

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Kenneth "Tub" Everett Hammock

June 09, 2000 – August 28, 2019

Kenneth "Tub" Hammock, age 19, of Halls died Wednesday, August 28, 2019. He was born June 9, 2000 to Kenneth And Paula Wiler Hammock in Dyersburg, TN. Funeral services will be at 12PM, Saturday, August 31st, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Poplar Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5PM-8PM Friday, August 30th, 2019 also at the funeral home. He was employed at Nortek Global HVAC as a material handler. Along with his parents, "Tub" was also survived by five sisters, Ashley Rogers of Nashville, Danielle Belfiore of Gates, Amanda Connell of Gates, Kimberly Hammock of Ripley, and Lana Carney of Ripley. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836 - 7111 Cemetery Details Poplar Grove Cemetery Halls, TN

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Thomas George Hamer

November 07, 1944 – August 28, 2019

Thomas George Hamer, 74, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at his residence. Born November 7, 1944, he was the son of the late William Spencer and Nancy Belle Hamer. He was a farmer and attended First Presbyterian Church.

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Paul Bowles

July 29, 1943 – August 27, 2019

Paul Bowles, age 76, of Halls passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at his home in Halls. Paul was born July 29, 1943 in Dyer Co., TN. He is the son of the late Johnny Franklin and the late Mary Louise (Crutchfield) Bowles. He was self employed farmer. He is survived by his wife: Margaret (Goforth) Bowles , two daughters: Paula Kay Hawkins and Felisha Lemons, and one son: Tim Bowles and two step-sons Scotty Kiestler and Michael Kiestler. Brother of four sisters: Martha Lee Smith, Janice Bedwell, Rita Carol Nailleux and Tammy Steel, and four brothers: Danny Bowles, James Bowles, Phillip Bowles and Roger Bowles. Paul was preceded in death by two sisters, Patsy Rice and Joyce Marie Goodman and a brother Jerry Bowles. A graveside memorial service will be held 3:00 pm on Sunday, September 1 at Enon Cemetery, 5427 Curve-Nankipoo Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Tyler Lynch officiating. Cemetery Details Elon Cemetery HALLS, TN Previous Events Memorial Service SEP 1. 3:00 PM (CT) Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN

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Odie D. Staggs

November 10, 1934 – August 25, 2019

Odie D. Staggs, 84, of Lenox, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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David E. Allen

August 25, 1933 – August 23, 2019

David E. Allen, 85, of Dyersburg, died Friday, August 23, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Born August 25, 1933, he was the son of the late Carl and Gladys Gladhill Allen. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and attended Three Oaks Baptist Church. He was retired after 33 years with South Central Bell. He was a farmer and co-owner of Ds Nursery. Big Daddy touched many young peoples lives thru Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and as a Little League Baseball coach. With his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, they enjoyed camping and activities with FFA and 4H, showing livestock since 1979. He was an avid duck hunter.

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Charlotte Ann Vowell

January 18, 1944 – August 20, 2019

Charlotte Ann Vowell, age 75, of Gates passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at her home. Charlotte was born January 18, 1944 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late Johnnie and Bessie Elizabeth (Wolfe) Spoon. She is survived by one daughter: Kathy Holcomb of Ripley, TN and one son: Scott (Wanda) Vowell of Gates, TN. She leaves five sisters: Mable Moore of Halls, TN, Janet Adams of Gates, TN, Tammy McClellan of Halls, TN, Shirley Adams of Friendship, TN and Robin Mathis of Halls, TN, and two brothers: Vandell Spoon and Mike Spoon both of Halls, TN. She also leaves two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband Jerry Neil Vowell. She was a member of Elon Baptist Church. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, August 22 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tyler Lynch officiating. Burial will be in Elon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 21 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Elon Cemetery HALLS, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 21. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 22. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Amy Adelene Chambers

November 08, 1926 – August 20, 2019

Amy Adelene Chambers, 92, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Bonnie F. McDaniel

June 16, 1940 – August 19, 2019

Bonnie F. McDaniel, 79, of Dyersburg, died Monday, August 19, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital. Born June 16, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Jewel William and Hyacinth Levendia Collier Farrar. She was retired from General Appliance and Furniture Company as a salesman for 29 years. Bonnie attended First Baptist Church. She and her special group of gals called themselves the “Golden Girls” and spent many hours together.

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Margaret Shaw Holtshouser

September 05, 1937 – August 18, 2019

Margaret Shaw Holtshouser, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Rosyln Aileen Baker

December 21, 1929 – August 18, 2019

Rosyln Aileen Baker, 89, of Cookeville, TN, formerly of Memphis and Smithville, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019 at her residence.

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Amber Renee Brimm Gilbert

August 06, 1983 – August 15, 2019

Amber Renee Brimm Gilbert, 36, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at her residence.

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Charles Dennis Dill, Jr.

May 18, 1964 – August 15, 2019

Charles Dennis Dill, Jr., 55, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Svetlana "Lana" Hunneyman Haight

May 22, 1992 – August 15, 2019

Svetlana (“Lana”) Hunneyman Haight, 27, of Union City, formerly of Dyersburg, died Thursday, August 15, 2019 at her residence. Born May 22, 1992, in Kaluga, Russia, she is the daughter of Scott Kerr Haight and Rhea Louise Clift. She was a member of St. Marys Episcopal Church, Dyersburg. Lana was a graduate of Dyersburg High School. She pursued several career interests, including modeling, restaurant server, retail sales, criminal justice, and banking. She was working towards a college degree.

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Billy Wayne Lee

January 01, 1953 – August 14, 2019

Billy Wayne Lee, 66, of Chic, TN, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Oscar Junior Spoon

April 08, 1927 – August 11, 2019

Oscar Junior Spoon, age 92, of Ripley passed away Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Home of Dyersburg, TN. Oscar was born April 8, 1927 in Nankipoo, TN. He is the son of the late John M and the late Mozella (Hubbard) Spoon. He was a retired farm mechanic. Oscar served in the United States Army. He is survived by four daughters: Mary Morie of Ripley, TN, June Hall of Bells, TN, Rebecca Lovelace of Halls, TN and Vicki Rose of Gates, TN, and three sons: Oneal Spoon of Dyersburg, TN, David Spoon of Ripley, TN and James Spoon of Percy, IL. Oscar also leaves one sister Marie Nunn of Reno, NV. Oscar was preceded in death by two daughters Debra Spoon and Patricia Spoon and a son Paul Spoon. One sister Margie Maners, four brothers, Lewis Spoon, Dewey Spoon, Johnny Spoon, and Bill Spoon. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, August 14 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Johnny Emerson officiating. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 14 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 14. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 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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Mrs. Candice "Candie" McCay

August 07, 1969 – August 11, 2019

Candice "Candie" McCay, age 50 of Bay St. Louis, MS, formerly of Ripley, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2019. She was the wife of Robert McCay for 30 years and the daughter of the late Tommy and Rosemary Chipman. Candice was a homemaker. She is also survived by two sons, J.R. McCay of Bay St. Louis, MS and Thomas "Colton" McCay of Gulf Port, MS; two sisters, Suzie Edmond of WV and Susan Tramel of AR; two brothers, Rhea Chipman of TN and Jeff Miles of Little Rock, AR; one grandson, Thomas Brayden McCay; and her birth mother, Brenda Miles of Little Rock, AR. A memorial service will be held on at 10:00 AM, Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN, 38040. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836-7111. Previous Events Memorial Service AUG 17. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Callie Kathleen Kilburn

November 19, 1939 – August 10, 2019

Callie Kathleen Kilburn, 79, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2019 at her residence.

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Hal "Buck" Lee Moyers, Jr.

May 26, 1951 – August 08, 2019

Hal "Buck" Lee Moyers, Jr., 68, of Obion, TN, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at Baptist Hospital in Union City, TN.

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Vera Tickle Harness

December 17, 1915 – August 06, 2019

Vera Tickle Harness, 103, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living. Born December 17, 1915, she was the daughter of the late John and Lily Reed Tickle. She was retired from Dyersburg Cotton Products after 36 years of sewing. Mrs. Harness was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church. With her love of playing the piano, she was the pianist at Bryants Chapel Methodist Church for many years. She was a Pink Lady volunteer at the local hospital for over 39 years.

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Tammy Louise Autry

April 25, 1963 – August 05, 2019

Tammy Louise Autry, 56, of Cordova, TN, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2019 at Baptist Trinity Hospice in Cordova, TN.

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Russell Fred Ragan

February 20, 1971 – August 04, 2019

Russell Fred Ragan, 48, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Roger Harris

April 06, 1943 – August 02, 2019

Roger Reed Harris, 76, of Halls, Tennessee passed away on August 2, 2019 at Methodist Hospital in Germantown, Tennessee. He was born to parents, Charles Harris, Jr. and Nelle Moore Harris, on April 6, 1943, in Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated from Halls High School and received a degree in Education at The University of Tennessee at Martin where he was a charter member of the Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity. Roger married his high school sweetheart, Lynne Stallings Harris, in 1965 who survives him. He is survived by his daughter, Hope Medlock (David) and son, Robert Harris (Rhonda) as well as five grandchildren: Matthew Medlock, Sarah McMillian (James David), Zach Harris, Andrew Harris, and Ben Harris. He is also survived by his brother, Mike Harris (Carol). He enjoyed attending his grandchildren's sporting events, being with family, teaching school, and tending to his blueberries. Roger was predeceased by his parents, Charles Harris, Jr. and Nelle Harris Kendrick and his younger brother, Randy Harris. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent to the HHS Building Foundation through the Bank of Halls. Funeral services will be held at the Halls First Baptist Church at 4pm on Tuesday August 6. Visitation is scheduled for Monday August 5 from 5-8pm. and Tuesday beginning at noon until service time. Halls Funeral Home has charge. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours AUG 5. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116 Service AUG 6. 4:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116

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Hershel Simpson

March 20, 1938 – July 31, 2019

Hershel Simpson, 81, of Dyersburg, died July 31, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg Hospital. Born March 20, 1938, he was the son of the late Bud and Rebbie Hill Simpson. He was a retired sheet metal worker.

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Carl Ozment King

March 17, 1974 – July 30, 2019

Carl Ozment King, 45, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

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Shelby Gene Reynolds

November 04, 1936 – July 27, 2019

Shelby Gene Reynolds, 82, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at his residence.

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Patricia Mae Tomerlin

August 31, 1943 – July 25, 2019

Patricia Mae Tomerlin, 75, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her residence.

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Joan Harris Crumpler

July 22, 1942 – July 25, 2019

Joan Harris Crumpler, 77, of Tiptonville, TN, formerly of Dyersburg died July 25, 2019 at Wesley Homes of Tiptonville. She was preceded in death by her husband Barry Crumpler and her parents James Davis Harris and Carrie Williamson Harris.

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Lois Baker Boatright

July 02, 1926 – July 24, 2019

Lois Baker Boatright, 93, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, July 24, 2019 in Martin. Born July 2, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Hammie Clay and Verner Ellis Baker. She was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ and an avid bridge and canasta card player. Mrs. Boatright was retired from General Appliance and Furniture Company as the bookkeeper for 47 years.

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Royce Wayne Young

November 22, 1935 – July 23, 2019

Royce Wayne Young, age 83, of Friendship died Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at his home in Friendship. He was born November 22, 1935 in Crockett County, TN. He is the son of the late Elgie Pildon and the late Cora Bell Street Young. He was a retired employee of Dyersburg Fabrics. He is survived his brother, Gordon Young (June) of Friendship, TN and several nieces and nephews. Royce was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Kay Young, three brothers, Levoid Young, Nelson Young, and Junior Young. The funeral will be held Thursday, July 25, 2019, at 1:00 PM at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Tony Moss officiating. Burial will follow in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, July 25 from 11am until 1pm at Halls Funeral Home. An online guestbook is avail at www.hallsfh.com Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 25. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 25. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Sherrie Matheny

May 19, 1949 – July 23, 2019

Sherrie Matheny, 70, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Frances Zabrauskas

January 20, 1920 – July 23, 2019

Mrs. Frances Ann Zabrauskas, age 99, of Dyersburg, TN, formerly of Mountain Home, AR and the Chicago, IL area, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Harborview Health Systems in Dyersburg. She was born January 20, 1920 in Divernon, IL to the late Andrew and Petranella Gudenas. She retired over fifty years ago after working as a wire operator for the J.C. Penney and Sears companies. She was a devout Catholic and member of Holy Angels Catholic Church, attending Mass as often as possible. She was a devoted homemaker and enjoyed baking.

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James Wilbur Metcalf

November 10, 1937 – July 22, 2019

James Wilbur Metcalf, 81, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2019 at his residence.

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William Ralph Noble

September 05, 1943 – July 21, 2019

William Ralph Noble, age 75 of Gates, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Marie Noble and is the son of the late Dorris Marie Abes. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Mr. Noble is survived by three daughters, Tammy Booker, Sherri Jones, and Beverly Jones all of Ripley; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He lived in New York for many years. Mr. Noble was a big family man and loved his Elvis music. Mr. Noble was also preceded in death by a daughter, Annie Marie Jones. An online guestbook is available at www.hallsfh.com. (731) 836-7111

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Alice Rosamond Warren Nunn

January 29, 1916 – July 21, 2019

Alice Rosamond Warren Nunn, 103, passed away July 21, 2019 after a brief illness. She was born January 29, 1916, in the Forked Deer community in Haywood County, TN. She was the daughter of Dr. James Willis Warren and Katie Lee Pearson. Mrs. Nunn was educated in the Halls, Tennessee schools and at Blue mountain College in Blue Mountain, Mississippi. On August 6, 1936, she was married to Oliver Joshua Nunn of Halls. They were the parents of three children: Blanche Nunn Hamilton of Germantown, TN, Dr. Oliver J. Nunn, Jr. (Phoebie) of Johnson City, TN, and Commander James Willis Nunn, U.S. Navy (Retired) (Faye) of Lafayette, LA. Mrs. Nunn had five grandchildren: Brian Oliver Hamilton of Germantown, TN, Anne Hamilton Calderwood of Collierville, TN (James), Jeanne Lee Hamilton of Braunschweig, Germany (Josh Merlis), Mark James Nunn and Heather Lynn Nunn of Los Angeles, CA. She had three great-grandchildren: Alexander Scott Calderwood and Rosamond Agnes Calderwood of Collierville, TN, and Sidney Blanche Hamilton-Merlis of Braunschweig, Germany. Mrs. Nunn was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers, James Wilder Warren and Willis Duke Warren, and her beloved husband of 65 years. Mrs. Nunn was a member of First Baptist of Halls, the Key Corner Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution of Dyersburg, TN, and the Lauderdale County Historical Society. She was active in church and civic affairs. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be missed by many relatives and friends. There will be a visitation on Friday, July 26, 2019 from 4 pm until 7 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St, Halls, TN. The funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 27, 2019 at First Baptist Church in Halls with Bro. Brian Isbell officiating. Internment will follow in Halls Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Halls, 102 E. Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040. Halls Funeral Home has charge of the services. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JUL 26. 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JUL 27. 2:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116

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Paul Neville Algee, Jr.

May 24, 1933 – July 20, 2019

Paul Neville Algee, Jr., 86, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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Claude Allison Lecklitner

January 26, 1936 – July 20, 2019

Claude Allison Lecklitner, 83, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, July 20, 2019 at his residence. Born January 26, 1936, he was the son of the late Claude and Blanche Kirk Lecklitner. He was a retired farmer, businessman and landowner. Claude was a member of Dyersburg First United Methodist Church and served in the Army National Guard. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Alyce Ann Lecklitner; one daughter, Cari Jones (Keith) of Dyersburg; one son, Ed Lecklitner of Atlanta, GA; and one granddaughter, Catherine Moore. Memorial services will be at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 26, 2019 at Dyersburg First United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel. The family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the church. Woody Clifton, Jerry Brewer, Ralph Henson, Jimmy Borden, Milton Magee, Bob Kirk, John Lannom, Steve Carmichael, Eddie Davis, Ernest (Moe) Blalock, Haskins Ridens and Ronnie Cole will serve as honorary pallbearers. The family requests memorials be directed to First United Methodist Church, Pastors Discretionary Fund, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452 or St. Judes Children Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Lecklitner family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Mildred Florence Eubanks

July 26, 1922 – July 19, 2019

Mrs. Mildred Florence Eubanks, age 96, of Dyersburg, Tn. passed away Friday, at her residence. She was a homemaker. She was a longtime member of Southside Baptist Church. She is the widow of William "Bill" Eubanks.

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