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Carolyn Ann Ketchum

December 04, 1946 – December 20, 2018

Carolyn Ann Criswell Ketchum, 72, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at her residence.

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Michael Bowers

October 05, 1977 – December 18, 2018

Michael Aaron Bowers, age 41, of Ripley passed away Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at home in Ripley. Michael was born October 5, 1977 in Memphis, TN. He is the son of Jerry and Martha (Roach) Bowers. He was employed as a forklift equipment operator and farmer. He is survived by his father Jerry and mother Martha (Roach) Bowers of Ripley. Michael leaves a sister Stacy Bowers of Millington, TN. He also leaves behind other family members and a host of friends who loved him. A graveside service will be held 1pm. on Friday the 21st at the Grace Cemetery near Ripley,TN Calling hours will be Thursday, December 20th from 5 - 8p at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN . Previous Events Visitation DEC 20. 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service DEC 21. 1:00 PM (CT) Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN

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Hazel Estella Haynie

July 21, 1938 – December 18, 2018

Hazel E. Haynie, 80, of Tiptonville, died Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at West Tennessee Healthcare - Dyersburg. Born July 21, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Lynn Jake and Ellie Estella Potter Jacobs. She was a retired cook at McDonalds and Hardees. Mrs. Haynie was a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Burress Chapel Church of Christ in Tiptonville officiated by Jeff Odell with interment to follow in Lake Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. She is survived by her husband, Bill Haynie; five daughters, Tammy L. Bell of Paris, Elizabeth A. Teeter (Joseph Brooker) of Union City, Melissa Bradsahw (Clarence) of Mayfield, KY, Tabitha Woodward (Billy) of Jackson, Regina Haynie of Lexington; one son, Jason Haynie (Kathy) of Henderson; twelve grandchildren; and two sisters, Ellie Walton and Pat Morris, both of Tiptonville. Zachary Lynn Bell, Dalton Teeter, Joseph Brooker, Jim Nichols, Scott Nichols and Don Reel will serve as pallbearers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters, Jettie Lane, Evelyn Jeton, Avalyn Thorpe and five brothers, James Lee Williams, Earl Williams, Huston Williams, Fred Williams and Sammie Jacobs. . We are privileged and honored to serve the Haynie family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Sandra S. Walker

August 07, 1951 – December 17, 2018

Sandra S. Walker, 67, of Dyersburg, died Monday, December 17, 2018 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born August 7, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Steve and Sue Massengill. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her two sons, William J. Jennings of Dyersburg, Jonathan Jennings of Chattanooga; and one sister, Sheila Lynn (Duane) of Dyersburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Walker. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. We are privileged and honored to serve the Walker family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Billy Ray Mayo

January 19, 1939 – December 15, 2018

Billy Ray Mayo, 79, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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Dolores Hearn

November 08, 1924 – December 15, 2018

Dolores Bell Caldwell Hearn, 94, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at The Highlands of Dyersburg.

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John "Bud" Brock

March 14, 1936 – December 15, 2018

John "Bud" Brock, 82, of Finley, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

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Deborah Kay Riddick

March 06, 1953 – December 13, 2018

Deborah Kay Riddick, age 65, of Arlington, Tennessee died Thursday, December 13, 2018, at Saint Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona, where she had gone in hopes of receiving a lung transplant, after battling lupus courageously for sixteen years. Deborah was born March 6, 1953, in Alamo, TN. She is the daughter of the late Thomas Nash Reece and the late Dorothy Ella Reece. Deborah was a retired loan department secretary at Bank of Bartlett, and Medicare department secretary at St. Francis Hospital. She was a member of the Oliver Creek Church of Christ in Arlington. She is survived by her husband: Ed Riddick of Arlington, TN, a son: James Riddick of Arlington, and two sisters: Mary Baker of Bartlett, TN, and Kathryn Palmer of Hamilton, Alabama. She was a gifted pianist and singer, and often performed with her family and choral groups at various events. She was caregiver to many in her family during times of illness and was known as an exceptionally sweet and loving person. She will be greatly missed by her husband and son, and entire family. Her example of love will live on in their hearts. Visitation will be Friday December 21, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Archer's Chapel U.M. Church, 356 Archer's Chapel Rd., Frog Jump, TN (Halls, TN). The funeral will be Saturday, December 22, at 11 a.m., also at Archer's Chapel. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Memorials can be sent to the Lupus Foundation at Lupus.org. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 21. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 22. 11:00 AM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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David Lee Pilkerton

January 23, 1950 – December 13, 2018

David Lee Pilkerton, 68, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, December 13, 2018 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Nancy Cowles Williams (Flowers)

August 02, 1939 – December 12, 2018

Nancy Cowles Williams (Flowers), 79, of Dyersburg, TN, formerly of Cave City, KY, passed away on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Frankie McCorkle, Jr.

August 12, 1972 – December 12, 2018

Ray Franklin “Frankie” McCorkle, Jr., 46, of Colorado Springs, Co, formerly of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at his residence. Born August 12, 1972, he was the son of Joyce Patterson McCorkle and the late Ray Franklin McCorkle, Sr. He was a warehouse worker and a member of The Church of God. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, December 20, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Jim Ennis with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 19th from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his daughter, Jenna Brooke Chandler; his mother, Joyce Patterson McCorkle; one sister, Cathy L. McCorkle Hendren (Shannon); one brother, Jerry Lynn McCorkle; his nephew Ricky Hendren; special aunt, Margie Galloway, aunts Paula Patterson, Nadine Patterson all of Dyersburg; uncle, retired USMC Thomas E. Patterson, of CA and host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Shannon Smith, Ricky Hendren, Derek Patterson, Kenneth Patterson, Anthony Patterson, Brian Morgan and Mike Prater will serve as pallbearers. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald Ray “Don” McCorkle, Timothy Eugene “Tim” McCorkle, one aunt, Betty Prater, three uncles, Ray Patterson, Jimmy Patterson and Jerry P. Patterson. We are privileged and honored to serve the McCorkle family. You may share your condolences and your memories with the family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Paula Janice Burns

January 13, 1946 – December 10, 2018

Paula Janice Burns, 72, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, December 10, 2018 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Guy "Tommy" Ownby

May 02, 1941 – December 09, 2018

Guy Thomas "Tommy" Ownby, age 77, of Fowlkes, TN passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018 at West TN. Healthcare of Dyersburg, TN. Tommy was born May 2, 1941 in Dyer Co., TN. to the late John Guy and the late Mamye (McKinney) Ownby. He was a 1959 graduate of Dyersburg High School. After graduation, he was employed by Illinois Central Railroad and retired from there after 41 years. He was a maintenance crew supervisor. Member of Fowlkes United Methodist Church where he served as Trustee, Sunday School Superintendant, and Sunday School Teacher. He was a past member of the Dyer County Civil Air Patrol and served on the board of the Dyersburg Suburban Consolidated Utility District. Survived by 4 children: Jeff (Evette) Ownby of Dyersburg Shane Ownby of Fowlkes Rory (Rebekah) Ownby of Fowlkes Lory (Steven) Crumley of Plymouth,WI. Grandchildren: Jay, Mary Catherine and David Crumley Dakota Ownby, Bobby Wiltshire, Brad Powell, Lindsey Ownby, Lyndon Singleton and Logan Michael Ray Ownby to be born in a few months. Two sisters, Betty Rodgers of Eads,TN and Helen ( Bob) Dunavent of Friendship,TN. Tommy also leaves several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Norma Ownby Adams, and a brother Michael Ownby. The family has asked in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the New Life Union Mission 213 W. Cedar St. Dyersburg,TN 38024 or the Fowlkes United Methodist Church 51 Fowlkes St. Dyersburg,TN 38024. Pallbearers: Brian McCanless, Kevin Alexander, David Adams, Walker Adams, Robert Gourley, and John Binkley Honorary Pallbearers: Mark Ford, Lyndon Singleton, Brad Powell, Chris Dunavent and Larry Rodgers. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Wednesday, December 12 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ronnie Harris officiating. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday, December 11 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation DEC 11. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 12. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Jerry Pate Hollingsworth

October 17, 1953 – December 09, 2018

Jerry Pate Hollingsworth, 65, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at his residence.

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Billy Wayne Burton

September 25, 1953 – December 07, 2018

Billy Wayne Burton, age 65, of Brownsville died Friday, December 7, 2018 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Billy was born September 25, 1953 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of Rosie Alice (Wray) Burton. He served in the Tennessee National Guard. He is survived by one sister: Janie Hall of Halls, TN and two half sisters, Treva Kirkland and Brenda Peevyhouse. Billy also leaves four brothers Bobby Russell Burton, Tony Burton, Jerry Dale Burton and Timmy Burton. Preceded in death by his father Billy Russell Burton and by a sister Alice Faye Forsythe.

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Edna Jane Hollis

December 12, 1931 – December 02, 2018

Edna Jane Hollis, 86, of Bogota, died Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Signature Healthcare in Ridgely. Born December 12, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Alton and Myrtle Sales. She was a homemaker and attended Ridgely First Pentecostal Church.

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Franklin D. Jones

November 03, 2018 – December 01, 2018

Franklin D. Jones, 82, of Obion, TN, died Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born November 3, 1936, he was the son of the late James K. Vardamon and Ollie Bell Jones. He was a retired farmer, and he was retired from John Deere dealership in Ridgley. Also he was a member of Cottonwood Grove Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school teacher for many years.

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Jaxon Wyatt Alley

November 29, 2018

Jaxon Wyatt Alley, infant, of Halls passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Jaxon was born November 29, 2018, weighing 7 lbs 4 oz and was 20 inches long. He is the infant son of Jacob and Tayler Brooke (Agee) Alley. He is survived by his maternal grandparents, Joe and Nicole Agee of Halls, paternal grandparents, Laurie and Jeff Jarnigin of Central, TN; paternal grandparents, Johnny and Stacey Alley of Ripley, TN; maternal great-grandparents, Bill and Janet Harris of Halls, TN; paternal great-grandfather, Jerry and Gail Alley of Marston; maternal great-grandfather, Joseph Agee of Ripley, TN; maternal great-grandparents, Mable and Johnny Moore of Halls, TN; paternal great-grandfather, Junior Cross of Dexter, MO. Jaxon also leaves an aunt, Anna Alley and uncles, Blake Agee and Jonathan Alley. A private graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, December 2 at Elon Cemetery, Double Bridges Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Greg Jordan officiating. Calling hours will be Sunday, December 2 from 12:00 pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Elon Cemetery HALLS, TN Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 2. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Christine Perkins Pennington

December 19, 1930 – November 29, 2018

Christine Perkins Pennington, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at her residence.

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Peggy Ann Morris

July 23, 1947 – November 29, 2018

Peggy Ann Morris, 71, of Memphis, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis.

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Oscar Alcaraz Adame

May 01, 1965 – November 28, 2018

Oscar Alcaraz Adame, age 53, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at West TN Healthcare Dyersburg of Dyersburg, TN. Oscar was born May 1, 1965 in Gustavo Diaz Ordaz, Tamaulipas in Mexico. Oscar was employed by Hutcherson Metals in Halls, TN. He is survived by two daughters: Blanca Alcaraz and Camila Alcaraz of Tupelo, MS and three sons: Jesus Alcaraz, Oscar Alcaraz, Jr. and Pedro Alcaraz of Tupelo, MS; his father, Pedro Alcaraz, his mother Maria (Soledad) Adame and a sister, Maria de la Luz Alcaraz of Tupelo, MS. Oscar also leaves behind 13 grandchildren. Oscar also leaves a niece Vidiana Mireles. He was preceded in death by his sister, Maria Alcaraz. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Monday, December 3,2018 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Jerrell Dawson officiating. Calling hours will be Monday, December 3, 2018 from 11:00 am until service time at Halls Funeral Home. Previous Events Calling Hours DEC 3. 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 3. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Sidney Lynn Waller

November 18, 1946 – November 25, 2018

Sidney Lynn Waller, 72, died Sunday, November 25, 2018. His birth took place on Monday, November 18, 1946, to Wilmer C. and Hazel Moore Waller of Dyersburg, Tennessee. He worked throughout his adult life in the construction, transportation and manufacturing industries until health problems forced him to retire. He was the primary caretaker to his parents after his retirement.

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Tommy Howard Hunt

March 18, 1945 – November 24, 2018

Tommy Howard Hunt, 73, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, CA.

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Tammy Michael

June 15, 1963 – November 22, 2018

Tammy Michael, 55, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, November 22, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was born on June 15, 1963 in Dyersburg, to Bessie Hollingsworth and the late Aldon Emmett Lowe. Tammy was a homemaker and a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church. Visitation will be held at Dyersburg Funeral Home on Sunday, November 25 from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Graveside services will follow at 3 p.m. at Dyer County Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Billy Criswell officiating. Survivors include her mother, Bessie Hollingsworth of Dyersburg; her fiance, Allen Essary of Dyersburg; her son, Robert Michael (Crystal Belew) of Ripley; four sisters, Barbara Lowe Davis, Judy Lowe Hays (Dan Hays), Phyllis Roberts, all of Dyersburg, and Carol Burke (Jerry Burke) of Newbern; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Aldon Emmett Lowe; her son, Curtis Hinson III; and two brothers, James Emmitt Lowe and James Fred Lowe. Pallbearers will be Eric Thurmond, Jimmy Lowe, Jeremy Lowe, Adrian Maze, Michael Crews, and Adam Pride.

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J A Dunaway

December 25, 1933 – November 21, 2018

J A Dunaway, age 84, of Halls died Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. J A was born December 25, 1933 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Odie E. and the late Edna Pauline (Lee) Dunaway. J A was a retired employee of Dupont Chemical. He was a Mason and also served on the Lauderdale County School Board for 14 years. He is survived by his wife: Joyce (Harrell) Dunaway of Halls, TN, one daughter: Paula Bales of Dyersburg, TN and four sons: Mike White of Ripley, TN, Steve White of Ripley, TN, Joe White of Arizona and Greg White of Lexington, KY. J A also leaves behind 3 grandchildren and 4 Great-Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Beth Haynes, and grandson, Frank Bales. The funeral will be held at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN on Saturday, November 24 at 1:00 pm with Rick Crawford officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 24 from 10 a.m. until service time at Halls Funeral Home. Memorials can be directed to West Dyersburg Church of Christ, 820 US-51, Dyersburg, TN 38024 (731) 285-0477 where he was a member or the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours NOV 24. 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 24. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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John Thomas Richardson

January 19, 1935 – November 21, 2018

John Edward Thomas Richardson, age 83, of Illinois died Wednesday, November 21, 2018. John was born January 19, 1935 in Curve, TN. He is the son of the late Edward Lee Richardson and the late Carmon (White) Lemons. He is survived by his wife: Carol Ann Richardson , two daughters: Dale Davis of Schaumburg, IL and Susanne Cornin of Murphysboro,IL and three sons: John Thomas Richardson of Bensenville, IL, Michael Richardson of Schaumburg, IL and Curtis Richardson of Woodstock, IL. One sister Shirley Wilkerson of Halls, TN and three half sisters Betty Faye Johnson of Ripley, TN and Diane Seat of Gates, TN and Carolyn Richardson of AL. John also leaves three half brothers Marshal Richardson of Huntsville, AL, Wesley Lemons and Billy Ray Lemons both of Ripley, TN. John also leaves three grandchildren. He was a long time member of Curve Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his Daughter, Patricia Richardson Torres, and Brother, Robert Richardson. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, November 30 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Jerry Lemons and Bro. Butch Burns officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, November 29 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 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 NOV 30. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Dennis Joe McLaughlin

September 11, 1954 – November 19, 2018

Dennis Joe McLaughlin, age 64, of Roanoke, Texas, passed away, at his home, November 19, 2018, with his family by his side. Dennis was born September 11, 1954, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to Charles Edward and Ruby Nell McLaughlin. In 1995, Dennis married his best friend and wife Juli, and together they raised a wonderful family. Dennis was an adoring husband, a devoted father and grandfather, and a fierce friend and family member. Dennis was preceded in death by his father Charles Edward McLaughlin, mother Ruby Nell McLaughlin and older brother Charles Edward McLaughlin Jr. He is survived by his loving wife Juli McLaughlin; Children Corey and his wife, Candra McLaughlin of Nashville TN; Russell Lorentz and his fianc, Bliss Wheeler of Midland, TX; Leslie and her husband, Aaron Timmermans of Argyle, TX; Sarah and her husband, Kyle Graves of Argyle, TX; and Nathan McLaughlin of Roanoke TX. Siblings Cheryl and her husband, Mike Ferrell of Friendship TN; Nelda and her husband, Tom Ray of Ripley TN; Mike and his wife, Rhonda McLaughlin of Dyersburg TN; and Kerry McLaughlin of Dyersburg TN, Grandchildren Elizabeth, Shelbi, Kennedy, Rian, Cory, Cason, Raygan, Cace, Cade and Blakelyn and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at 2:30 pm on Saturday December 8,2018 at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN 38040. Memorial services to follow at 3pm. Previous Events Visitation DEC 8. 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service DEC 8. 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Russell Dewayne Sanders

March 21, 1949 – November 19, 2018

Russell Dewayne Sanders, age 69, of Halls died Monday, November 19, 2018 at his home in Halls. Russell was born March 21, 1949 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Charlie Russell and the late Ruby Helen (Herron) Sanders. Russell was a member of Enon Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife: Sandra Kaye (Smith) Sanders and one daughter: Melissa Sanders Simmons of Halls, TN; and one son Rusty Sanders of Ripley, TN and a sister Katrina Moss of Dyersburg, TN. Russell also leaves 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Wednesday, November 21 at Enon Baptist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. J.B. Haynes officiating. Burial will be in Enon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 21 from 10am. until 12pm. at Enon Baptist Church. . Cemetery Details Enon Cemetery Edith-Nankipoo Rd. Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 21. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Enon Baptist Church 5427 Curve-Nankipoo RD Halls, TN Service NOV 21. 12:00 PM (CT) Enon Baptist Church 5427 Curve-Nankipoo RD Halls, TN

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Charles Edward Richardson

November 22, 1931 – November 17, 2018

Charles Edward Richardson, age 86, of Friendship died Saturday, November 17, 2018 at his home in Friendship. Charles was born November 22, 1931 in Friendship, TN. He is the son of the late B.W. and the late Lucille (Rowland) Richardson. He served in the United States Marine Corp. Charles was also a retired employee of MLGW. He is survived by two sons: Mark W. Richardson of Coldwater, MS and son Ed Richardson and daughter-in-law Elana Richardson of Rosemark, TN and. Brother of one brother: Jack Rollen Richardson of Memphis,TN. He also leaves 3 grandchildren Amanda, Trey and Devan and 5 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by three brothers Aaron Richardson, Harry Lee Richardson, and Bobby Joe Richardson. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Wednesday, November 21 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Randy Jetton officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 21 from 12:00 Noon until service time at Halls Funeral Home. . Previous Events Visitation NOV 21. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Memorial Service NOV 21. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Roger Dale Gooch

April 13, 1950 – November 17, 2018

Roger Dale Gooch, 68, of Hornbeak, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY.

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Scotty Martin Hampton

October 17, 1953 – November 17, 2018

Mr. Scotty Martin Hampton, age 65, of Dyersburg, passed away Saturday Nov. 17, 2018 at Jackson-Madison General Hospital.

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Peggy Lavene Hood Smyth

August 19, 1935 – November 17, 2018

Peggy Lavene Hood Smyth, 83, of Obion, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at her residence.

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Marilyn Shoemake Tillman

April 14, 1954 – November 15, 2018

Marilyn Tillman, age 64, of Ripley died Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Marilyn was born April 14, 1954 in Gold Dust, TN. She is the daughter of the late Franklin and the late Mable (Watson) Shoemake. She was a retired librarian for the Lauderdale County Library. She is survived by her husband: Jackie L. Tillman , one daughter: Holly King of Ripley, TN and four sons: T. J. Uselton of Tiptonville, TN, Todd Barber of Phoneix, AZ, Breck Tillman and step-son Jason Tillman both of Piggott AR. Sister of three sisters: Carolyn Besemann of Ripley, TN, Mona Blackwell of Ripley, TN and Barbara Watson of IL, and two brothers: Dewight Shoemake of Ripley, TN and Jr. Watson of Parsons, TN. She also leaves 20 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

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Linda Jenkins

May 17, 1950 – November 15, 2018

Linda Jenkins, 68, of Lexington, TN, died Thursday, November 15, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born May 17, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Sanders and Buford and Mary Fox Adcock.

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Vondilee Gilliland Moore

May 25, 1945 – November 14, 2018

Vondilee Gilliland Moore, 73, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born May 25, 1945, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Buford Sr. and Nancy Hardin Gilliland. She was a retired legal secretary.

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Walter " Captain Red" Steele

July 13, 1940 – November 12, 2018

Walter "Captain Red" Steele, age 78, of Halls died Monday, November 12, 2018 at Bells Nursing Home And Rehab of Bells, TN. Walter was born July 13, 1940 in Blytheville, AR. He is the son of the late Henry and the late Mary Edna (Newberry) Steele. He was self employed as a tug boat captain. He is survived by one daughter: Leslie (Chuck) Hooten of Halls, TN and one son Walter Lee Steele Jr. of Halls, TN. He leaves two sisters: Ethel Adams and Dora Smith both of Clarksville, TN. Preceded in death by his wife Diane Lucy Steele a sister Bethel Williams and a brother James Richard Steele. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 15 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Lebanon Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, November 14 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Lebanon Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Service NOV 14. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 15. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Jere Arco Maupin

January 01, 1940 – November 11, 2018

Jere Arco Maupin, 78, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital.

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Margaret Lyn Sellers

March 09, 1959 – November 09, 2018

Margaret Lyn Sellers, 59, of Dyersburg, died Friday, November 9, 2018 at Oakwood Community Living Center. Born March 9, 1959 to the late Alvie and Moline Baize, she was a homemaker.

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Imogene Cooper Hurt

May 08, 1939 – November 08, 2018

Imogene Cooper Hurt, 79, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Pemiscot Memorial Hospital in Hayti, MO.

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Mary Sue Lee

July 07, 1940 – November 08, 2018

Mary Sue Lee, 78, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Teresa Marlene Forsythe

January 21, 1952 – November 07, 2018

Teresa Marlene Forsythe, age 66, of Alamo passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at her home in Alamo. Teresa was born January 21, 1952 in Fremont, CA. She is the daughter of the late Donald and the late Camilla (Otivich) Wilmot Sr. She is survived by one daughter: Teresa Snider of Jackson, TN and two sons: Arthur Wilmot of Dyersburg, TN and Jesse Lee Forsythe of Ripley, TN. Sister of one sister: Brenda Arnaz of CA. She was preceded in death by her Brother, Donald Wilmot Jr. and two sisters, Harriette Boone and Patricia Goleman. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 11 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Brad Bruhn officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, November 11 from 12:00 noon untill service time at Halls Funeral Home. . Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation NOV 11. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 11. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Helen Chandler

January 28, 1929 – November 06, 2018

Helen Roberts Chandler, 89, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at her residence. Born January 28, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Mamie Murphy Roberts of Ridgely. She was a homemaker and a member of Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

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Bonnie B. Holt

June 01, 1931 – November 06, 2018

Bonnie B. Holt, 87, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at her residence. Born June 1, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Amond Boyd and Gola Jones Bivens. She was retired from the Social Security Administration and a member of First United Methodist Church. She always said her primary job was raising her sons and assisting her husband with his political career.

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Mary Sue Anderson Smith

November 05, 1932 – November 05, 2018

Mary Sue Anderson Smith, 86, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Monday, Nov.5 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehab.

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Helen Hale

March 05, 1931 – November 04, 2018

Mrs. Helen Paige Hale, 87 of Halls, TN passed away on November 4, 2018. Helen was born March 15, 1931 to the late Willie and Frances (Thurmond) Paige in Gates,TN She was married to the late John W. Hale Sr for over 41 years. Helen is survived by a son, Dr. John W. Hale Jr. and wife Jane. She also leaves two grandchildren, Chelsea Hale and John W. Hale III. Helen is also survived by a sister in law, Frances Paige of Bells, TN, as well as, several nieces and nephews. Helen was preceded in death by three sisters; Virginia Walpole, Shirley Bullington, Ann Ross and four brothers; James Paige, Leon Paige, W. C. Paige and Lewis Paige. She was a member of the Eureka United Methodist Church (Forked Deer). She was an active member of the U. M. W., FRIENDS OF THE HALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY, HALLS VETERAN MUSEUM and also an associated member of the Halls First United Methodist Church. Helen was a graduate of Halls High School where she retired as a bookkeeper and secretary after 39 and a half years of service. She will be truly missed by her family, friends, students and faculty. Funeral services will be held at the Halls First United Methodist Church, 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls,TN at 1pm. on Saturday November 10, 2018 with the Rev. Barbara Blackmon-Fortune officiating. Visitation will also be at the church from 11:00am. - 1:00pm. Burial will be held at the Eureka Cemetery in the Forked Deer Community. Halls Funeral Home has charge. Cemetery Details Eureka Cemetery Tibbs Forked Deer Rd Gates,, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 10. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service NOV 10. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Nadine Mcclure Greene

July 29, 1932 – November 03, 2018

Nadine McClure Greene, 86, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Mary Sue Heath

February 04, 1926 – November 01, 2018

Mary Sue Heath, age 92, of Ripley died Thursday, November 1, 2018 at Ripley Healthcare And Rehab of Ripley, TN. Mary was born February 4, 1926 in Crockett Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late William and the late Vera (Ozment) Heath. She was a retired employee of Hill Haven Nursing and Rehab. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Monday, November 5 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Rev. Jimmy Clay officiating. Burial will be in South Fork Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday, November 5 from 10am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details South Fork Cemetery Previous Events Visitation NOV 5. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service NOV 5. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Rebecca "Becky" Ramey Williams

September 27, 1942 – October 31, 2018

Rebecca “Becky” Ramey Williams, 76, of the Fowlkes Community, died Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at her residence. Born September 27, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Pauline Sorrell Yarbrough. She was retired from Dyersburg City School as a bookkeeper at Dyersburg High School. Becky was a member of Evansville Baptist Church.

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