Inez Ladd Harrell

November 15, 1920 – March 06, 2018

Inez Ladd Harrell, 97, of Memphis, formerly of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Trezevant Episcopal Home in Memphis. She was born November 15, 1920 to the late William Calvin and Bertie Bell Johnson Ladd. Mrs. Harrell and her late husband, Robert Couch Harrell (10/28/99) were the owners of Harrells Fish Market in downtown Dyersburg. They were members of First Baptist Church in Dyersburg.

She is survived by her two sons, William T. Harrell of Nashville, Robert L. Harrell of Memphis; two grandchildren, Morgan Alexandra Harrell, Laura Catherine Harrell; and one brother, William Calvin Ladd, Jr. of Atlanta GA.

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Charles Ray Windsor

January 28, 1940 – March 04, 2018

Charles Ray Windsor, 78, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018 at Reelfoot Manor Health & Rehabilitation.

He was born on January 28, 1940, in Centerville, TN, to the late Herbert Commodore Windsor and the late Flora Chessor Windsor. Charles was a retired Correctional Sergeant for Northwest Correctional Complex and was a member of Jones Chapel Church of Christ. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.

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Donald Earl Willis

March 19, 1955 – March 03, 2018

Donald Earl Willis, 62, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

He was born on March 19, 1955 in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Robert Earl Willis and the late Sue Hazel Morris Crawford. Donald was a retired factory employee with Bennett Tool & Die and Bekaert. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church and was a car enthusiast.

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James "Jim" Nelson Williams

November 14, 1956 – March 03, 2018

James Nelson “Jim” Williams, 61, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born November 14, 1956, he was the son of the late Melvin Dale and Bonnie Jean Williams. Jim attended Dyersburg Church of God.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Robert Davis, Reverend Ronnie Turner and Pastor Mark Ham with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Gary Cutler

July 20, 1935 – March 02, 2018

Gary Cutler, 82, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018 at his residence.

He was born on July 20, 1935, in Bogota, TN, to the late Malcolm Odelle Cutler and the late Willie Lorene Blackley Bottoms. He was a member and deacon at Hoffman Heights Church of Christ in Aurora, CO and also received his Masters Degree from Colorado State in Education. Before moving to Dyersburg, Gary taught electronics and math and Memphis State Technical Institute. Gary was a retired Associate Professor of Business and taught Business Cources for Dyersburg State Community College, where he worked for 20 years. Mr. Gary was also a member and elder of West Dyersburg Church of Christ. After 20 years of serving his country, he retired as a Master Sergeant with the United States Air Force. While in the Air Force, he was a technical writer and electronics instructor.

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Mary Elizabeth Markham

November 15, 1927 – February 26, 2018

Mary Elizabeth Markham, 90, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was born on November 15, 1927, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Ivor Lafont Allen and the late Ola Mae Taylor Allen. Mrs. Mary was a retired employee from Dyersburg Fabrics. After retiring from "The Mill", she went on to work at Wal-Mart as a door greeter for almost 25 years. Her greatest joys in life were her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

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Kathleen "Kathi" Fulton Fletcher

December 20, 1950 – February 26, 2018

Kathleen Louise “Kathi” Fulton Fletcher, 67, of Dyersburg, succumbed to her battle with cancer on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 20, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Leven and JoAnne Austin Harris. She was a homemaker who enjoyed needlework and spending time at her lake house at Kentucky Lake.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Charles Fletcher of Dyersburg, formerly of Shreveport, LA; son, Hugh Fletcher (Susan) of Newbern and Grant Fletcher (Magen) of Cleveland, OH; two grandchildren, Austin and Will Harris Fletcher, both of Newbern; two sisters, Diana Weinstein (Ken) of Dallas, TX and Sandy Fulton; her brother, Rick Fulton (Sherrie) of Phoenix, AZ; and several nieces and nephews.

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Doris Joy Willoughby

June 02, 1925 – February 25, 2018

Mrs. Doris Ardell Joy Willoughby, of Dyersburg passed away Sunday February 25, 2015 at the Dyersburg Healthcare & Rehab Center.

She was born June 2, 1925 in Tipton County, TN to the late Edgar and Mertie Joy. She retired from the press department of the Colonial Rubber Co. and was a member of Southside Baptist Church.

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Barbara Osborne Wood

January 04, 1932 – February 24, 2018

Barbara Osborne Wood, 86, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation.

She was born on January 4, 1932, in Tiptonville, TN, to the late Newt Osborne and the late Mildred Cartwright Osborne. Mrs. Barbara was a retired purchasing specialist with the Climate Control Division for Ford Motor Company in Plymouth, MI. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Ridgely and loved arts & crafts and painting.

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Lilly Gay Holstad

January 04, 1940 – February 24, 2018

Lilly Gay Holstad, 78, of Union City, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2018 at her residence.

She was born on January 4, 1940, in Ridgely, TN, to the late Tommy Chamberlain, Sr. and the late Mamie Davis Chamberlain. Mrs. Lilly was a retired waitress at Hamilton Hotel and was a member of New Harvest Fellowship Church of God of Prophecy.

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Charlotte Ann Hart

September 20, 1924 – February 23, 2018

Charlotte Ann Hart, 93, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was born on September 20, 1924, in Newbern, TN, to the late James Joseph "Jodie" Burkeen and the late Berlie Cook Burkeen. Mrs. Charlotte was a homemaker and was a member of First Cumberland Presbyterian Church and the Keenagers Group.

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Wayland Dewayne Johns

August 27, 1932 – February 22, 2018

Wayland Dewayne Johns, 85, of Trenton, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was born on August 27, 1932, in Chestnut Bluff, TN, to the late Otis Zeak Johns and the late Alma Jean Barnard Johns. Mr. Wayland was a retired tavern owner and was a member of the Trenton Elks Club. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

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Wilma Cannon

March 17, 1928 – February 22, 2018

Wilma Blalock Cannon, 89, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born March 17, 1928 to the late Lloyd and Minnie Spicer Blalock, she was a homemaker.

Graveside services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 26, 2018 at Dyer County Memorial Gardens officiated by Jim Chamblee.

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Libby Ann Ward

March 24, 1958 – February 21, 2018

Libby Ann Nora "Nanna" Ward, 59, of Dyersburg, TN passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

She was born March 24, 1958 in South Miami, Florida and was a Registered Nurse and worked as a Certified Case Manager for the Broadspire Healthcare Co.

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Julie Roberson

October 22, 1960 – February 21, 2018

Julie is survived by her husband, John Ogden of Dyersburg, formerly of Chicago, son Richard Roberson and daughter Chrissy Roberson, both of Grand Tower, IL; two grandchildren, Hunter and Gracie Wilson of Reynoldsville, IL; sisters Fran Kohler and Lori Oleszkiewicz, both of Chicago; her brother, Jeff Oleszkiewicz of Chicago, IL; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Raymond Oleszkiewicz.

Memorial services for Julie will be Sunday, February 25, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Dyersburg Okeena Park Pavillion.

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Margie Lee Whittle

April 15, 1929 – February 20, 2018

Margie Whittle, 88, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 20, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born April 15, 1929, she was the daughter of the late James Franklin and Cora Cook Irvin. She was retired from Heckethorn Manufacturing Company and Sylvania. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 22, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Brother Glen Burse with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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Mary Jo Marvel-Foster

February 15, 1971 – February 17, 2018

Mary Jo Marvel- Foster, age 47, of Dyersburg died Saturday, February 17, 2018 at her home in Dyersburg, TN. Mary Jo was born February 15, 1971 in Dyersburg, TN. She is the daughter of the late Richard Charles Marvel Sr. She is survived by her mothers, Jo Freda Marvel and Tammie Anderson, one daughter, Hali Foster of Ripley, TN and one son, Zach Foster of Ridgley, TN. Mary Jo also leaves one brother, Richard Charles Marvel Jr. of Ripley, TN, two sisters, Tina Anderson of Dyersburg, TN and Leigh Ann Fraizer of Dyersburg, TN. She also leaves one grandson, Jayden Lee Foster of Dyersburg, TN. Mary Jo was preceded in death by her grandfather: Joe Freeman Tinsley, grandmother; Mary Helen Chipman, grandfather; Jessie Raybron Marvel, grandmother; Edith Rosetta Marvel, and great grandmother; Ruby Ball. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, February 22, at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro.Ray Sollis officiating. Burial will follow in Concord Cemetery, Gates, TN. Calling hours will be Thursday, February 22 from 11:00 am until service time at Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 22. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service FEB 22. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Dixie M. Anderson

January 19, 1920 – February 16, 2018

Dixie M. Anderson, 98, of Dyersburg, died Friday, February 16, 2018 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born January 19, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Lizzie Presley. She was a homemaker and member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 19, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Reverend Lynn King and Barry Presley with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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Vickie Pennington

May 26, 1958 – February 15, 2018

Vickie Darlene Pennington, age 59, of Ripley died Thursday, February 15, 2018 at her home in Ripley. Vickie was born May 26, 1958 in Lauderdale Co. She is the daughter of Dale and the late Linda (Mulligan) Hutcherson. She is survived by her husband of 44 years: Steve Pennington , one daughter: Aimy Burns of Dyersburg, TN and two sons: Whitney Pennington of Gates, TN and Todd Pennington of Friendship, TN,; her father Dale Hutcherson. Vickie also leaves 4 sisters, Schlone Lawler of New Mexico, Tiny Short of New Mexico, Suzanne Conrad of Ripley, TN, Karlyn Hampton of Dyersburg, TN. She was preceded in death by a sister Janie Hutcherson. Vickie also leaves 9 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, February 18 at Abundant Life Church, Ripley, TN with Rev. Tommy Stanley officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, February 18 from 12:00 Noon untill service time at Abundant Life Church, Ripley,TN Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 18. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Abundant Life Church Ripley, TN Service FEB 18. 2:00 PM (CT) Abundant Life Church Ripley, TN

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Athina "Tina" Marie Strait

May 01, 1959 – February 15, 2018

Athina (Tina) Marie Strait, 58, of Dyersburg, died on February 15, 2018 at her residence in Dyersburg, Tennessee. She was born May 1,1959 in New York City to the late Demetrios and Angelina Costa Polihrom.

Tina was a retired hair dresser and an active volunteer with the Salvation Army. She and her husband, Chad enjoyed taking vacations to multiple places over the 26 years they were marred. She made frequent trips to Louisville, Kentucky to visit her daughter and son-in-law. She loved taking her granddaughters to McDonalds on Sunday mornings for pancakes and playing. She enjoyed baking with her oldest granddaughter, Marley and loved playing pretend with her youngest granddaughter, Laney. She also would travel to her home town in up-state New York to visit her family. She enjoyed spending time at Cossayuna Lake, New York in the summers with her best friends, Valarie, Dorothy, Ruthie and John. She enjoyed entertaining her group of friends, The Posse, at her home, loved their monthly cooking classes and their many girls trips.

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Louis Edward Orchard

February 21, 1953 – February 14, 2018

Louis Edward Orchard, 64, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was born on February 21, 1953, in Tacoma, WA, to the late Hezzy Orchard and Leah Osborne Nation. Louis worked in the Milling Department at Colonial Rubber. Louis also served his country in the United States Marine Corps.

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Floyd Lee Taylor

January 22, 1922 – February 13, 2018

Floyd Lee "SPUNK" Taylor, age 96, of Henning,TN died Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at home in Henning. Floyd was born January 24, 1922 in Booneville, MS. He is the son of the late Charles and the late Donnie Delores (Petty) Taylor. He was farmer and an auctioneer. He is survived by six daughters: Angela (Dennis) Littles of Ripley, TN, Teresa(Dan) Mayne of Rossville, TN, Cynthia (Tim) Fleet of Atoka, TN, Floye (Harold) Puckett of Mercy, TN, Judy (Howard) Blankenship of Hernando, MS and Kathy (Chris) Smith of Jackson, TN, and two sons: Eddie Joe Taylor of Jackson, TN and Mike (Tracy) Taylor of Jackson, TN,; one sister: Neal Austin of Brownsville, TN; He also has twenty-three grandchildren, forty eight great-grandchildren and eleven great-great grandchildren. He also leaves a companion, Carolyn Midkiff of Henning, TN Predeceased by; son, Sammy Taylor, daughter, Sandra Taylor, brother, Charles Taylor, brother, JC Taylor, brother, Owen Taylor, sister, Libby Campbell, sister, Gladys Campbell, sister, Doris Land, sister, Quay Gibson, sister, Louise Greenway, sister, Sue Ladwig, great grandson, Jameson Casteel and a daughter-in-law, Susan Taylor. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 17 at Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church, 4299 Arp Central Rd., Ripley, TN with Bro. Scott Hartman officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers for the service will be his grandchildren, Johnny Littles, Taylor Butterworth, Jeremy Ray, Wes Ray, Myles Taylor and Dylan Taylor. Honorary Pallbearers will be his Great-Grandchildren, Marcus Ackerson and Johnny Wayne Littles, Jr. Calling hours will be Friday,February 16 from 5 - 8pm. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours FEB 16. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Steven Ray Bates

June 12, 1991 – February 12, 2018

Steven Ray Bates, age 26, of Ripley died Monday, February 12, 2018 at Lewis County Nursing Home. Steven was born June 12, 1991 in McKenzie, TN. He is the son of the late Tina Marie Bates. He is survived by his brother Houston Eubanks of Bells, TN; grandfather, James Bates of Ripley, TN; Aunt, Marsha Staben of Ripley, TN; Uncle, James V. Bates Jr. of Dyersburg, TN. A grave side service will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 15 at Edith Cemetery, Ripley, TN with Bro. Kenny Chessor officiating. Calling hours will be Thursday, February 15 from 12:00 Noon untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Edith Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 15. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service FEB 15. 2:00 PM (CT) Edith Cemetery Ripley, TN

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David Tubbs

April 24, 1930 – February 12, 2018

David Tubbs, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was born on April 24, 1930, in Parsons, TN. David was a laborer for West Tennessee Soybean Mill.

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Doris Countess Childress

September 28, 1928 – February 12, 2018

Doris Countess Childress, 89, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Signature Healthcare of Ridgely.

She was born on September 28, 1928, in Dyer County, TN, to the late William (Bill) Countess and the late Lola Bennett Countess. Doris was a retired sales clerk for several local clothing stores and was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ. She was an outstanding wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

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Mildred Lawrence

March 09, 1932 – February 12, 2018

Mildred Elizabeth Lawrence, 85, of Lavinia formerly of Ridgely, died Monday, February 12, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born March 9, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Willis Edgar and Viola Lynch Gaskins. She was a homemaker and a member of Huntingdon Church of God of Prophecy.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Ridgely Church of God of Prophecy officiated by Pastor Kelly Moore, Pastor Troy Redman and Reverend Clayton Mahan with interment to follow in Antioch Cemetery.

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Harold Richard Kay

July 03, 1931 – February 11, 2018

Harold Richard Kay, 86, of Dyersburg, formerly of Union City, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was born July 3, 1931 in Rome, Ga. and served during the Korean War in the U.S. Navy and was the first service member to return to his home town of Lindale, Ga. He was a long-time Mason and member of the Al Chymia Shrine Temple and the Scottish Rite. He served as a deacon in the Church of Christ before moving to Dyersburg. He retired after serving as plant manager for Alumax, a division of Alcoa.

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Daniel Hayes Fowlkes

September 17, 1952 – February 10, 2018

Daniel Hayes Fowlkes, 65, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at his residence.

He was born on September 17, 1952, in Dyersburg, TN. Daniel was a retired employee for Fowlkes Concrete. He was also an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman.

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Michael Thomas Bryant

December 02, 1943 – February 08, 2018

Michael Thomas Bryant, 74, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born on December 2, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late George Rufus Bryant and the late Robbie Sue Blakley Bryant. Michael was a winder at Dyersburg Fabrics and attended East Dyersburg Methodist Church.

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Tommy Richard Nix

January 21, 1932 – February 07, 2018

Tommy Richard Nix, age 86, of Halls died Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at Ripley Healthcare And Rehab of Ripley, TN. Tommy was born January 21, 1932 in Hartselle, AL. He is the son of the late Tommy and the late Cora Nix Sanders. He was a former employee of Maramont Manufacturing and the Town of Halls. He is survived by his wife: Nancy (Erwin) Nix and two daughters: Susan White and Kelly Moore both of Halls, TN. Tommy also leaves a half sister Darlene Ziegler of Decatur, IL. Tommy also leaves 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, February 9 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro.Ron Scott officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Friday, February 9,2018 12pm untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation FEB 9. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service FEB 9. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Gary N. Holder

April 01, 1943 – February 07, 2018

Gary N. Holder, 74, of Ridgely, died Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at his residence. Born April 1, 1943, he is the son of the late Silvan Autman and Mary Lorene Bargery Holder. He was a Baptist and retired mechanic at Wynnburg Tractor Company. Gary was the Land Captain for Lake County Rescue Squad for many years. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy.

He is survived by one daughter, Toni Holder of Ridgely; one son, Royce Holder (Andria) of Ridgely; five grandchildren, Colton Holder, Braxton Holder, Joshua Holder, Blake Holder and Lilly Holder; two great-grandchildren, Gauge Holder, Addy Holder; and one brother, Kenneth Holder.

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Billy Joe Starnes

February 08, 1932 – February 06, 2018

Billy Joe Starnes, 85, of Lenox, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

He was born on February 8, 1932 in Richwoods, TN, to the late Marvin Starnes and the late Kate Wheat Starnes. Billy was a retired landfill operator for the City of Dyersburg and was a member of East Dyersburg Methodist Church.

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Marvin B. Schultz, Jr.

August 10, 1955 – February 06, 2018

Marvin Schultz, Jr., 62, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at his residence. Born August 10, 1955, he was the son of the late Marvin B. Schultz, Sr. (5/5/2001) and Florence Tipton Schultz (12/6/2015). Marvin was a farmer, cattleman, and a partner with Schultz Brothers Farms. He was a member of The Tennessee Cattleman Association and The American Soybean Association. Marvin was a fifth generation Dyer Countian, descended from the Light, Tipton, Thomas and OBryan families, all of which played prominent roles in the development of Dyersburg and Dyer County in the 19th century. He was a 1974 graduate of Dyersburg High School, and a 1979 graduate of The University of Tennessee where he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity. Marvin was also a member of Holy Angels Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2018 at the Holy Angels Catholic Church officiated by Father Russ Harbaugh and Deacon Bill Winston with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.

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John Franklin Ellis

March 14, 1939 – February 05, 2018

John Franklin Ellis, 78, of Knoxville, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville.

He was born on March 14, 1939, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Earl Clarence Ellis and the late Burta Grace Siler Ellis. Mr. John was an electrical engineer for Osram Sylvania and also formerly worked at Union Carbide in Oak Ridge. He was a graduate of the University of Tennessee and a lifelong Methodist as a member of Church Street United Methodist Church in Knoxville.

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Melondy Kay Myers

September 21, 1971 – February 05, 2018

Melondy Kay Myers, 46, of Dyersburg, lost her third battle with cancer on Monday, February 5, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was a loving mother to three children; Dustin Walls of Ripley, Jamie Walls of Dyersburg, Raven Dallas of Dyer. She was also a caring and nurturing grandmother (Gigi) to five beautiful grandchildren, Bryleigh Walls, Anzleigh Walls, Abigail Staggs, Noah Walls and Eva Qualls. She also leaves her mother, Dora McDonald of Dyersburg and one sister, Michelle Armstrong of Finley. Preceding her passing was her husband and best friend, Keith Myers of Friendship and father, Jimmy Booker of Ripley. Melondy was an employee of the Dyersburg State Gazette.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home officiated by Pastor Jeff Hall. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

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Bobby Terry

February 09, 1940 – February 04, 2018

Bobby Terry, age 77, of Halls died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Bobby was born February 9, 1940 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Arl and the late Edith (Hubbard) Terry. He was a heavy equipment operator. He is survived by his wife: Nadean (Clevenger) Terry one son: Bud (Rhonda) Terry of Halls, TN. Brother of one sister: Sue Dickerson of Pocahontas, AR and one brother: Thomas Terry of Halls, TN; He also has leaves grandson, Brian Terry. Preceded in death by his son, Brian Terry. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 7 at Antioch Cemetery, Antioch Cemetery Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Calling hours will be Wednesday, February 7 from 12:00 untill service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 7. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service FEB 7. 2:00 PM (CT) Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN

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James Gregory Webb

May 22, 1960 – February 04, 2018

James Gregory Webb, age 57, of Halls died Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his home in Halls. Greg was born May 22, 1960 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late James Donald Webb. He is survived by his mother Elsie Mae (Clendenin) Webb, two daughters: Haley Webb and Rhiannon Webb both of Dyersburg, TN, and two sons: Ryan Webb and Frankie Webb both of Dyersburg, TN. Brother of one sister: Teresa Pinson of Jackson, TN and one brother: Don Webb of Franklin, TN. Greg also leaves 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister, Willa Hoffman. A Memorial Service will be held at 5pm. Thursday at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Memorials can be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls,TN 38040 . Previous Events Memorial Service FEB 8. 5:00 PM (CT) Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 2738 Unionville Rd. Halls, TN

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Linda Kay McKee

September 15, 1953 – February 03, 2018

Linda Kay McKee, age 64, of Dyersburg died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Highlands Of Dyersburg in Dyersburg, TN. Linda was born September 15, 1953 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Cecil and the late Dorothy Mitchell. She is survived by one son: Michael Johnson of Troy, TN, and one granddaughter, Madison Johnson of Halls,TN.

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Joann Campbell McClure Simpson

April 11, 1935 – February 03, 2018

Joann Campbell McClure Simpson, 82, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Dyersburg Health and Rehabilitation. Born April 11, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Isaac Floyd and Margaret Olieve Reno Campbell. She was a homemaker and a Baptist.

Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, February 5, 2018 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted officiated by Reverend Paul Hogue. Interment will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Woodhaven Memory Gardens in Millington.

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Doris Helen Rhodes Vaughn

March 25, 1925 – February 01, 2018

Doris Helen Rhodes Vaughn, age 89 of Dyersburg, TN, died Thursday, February 1, 2018 at Paris Health Care Center in Paris, Tennessee. She was born March 25, 1928 in Philippy, TN.

Mrs. Vaughn was married to the late Rudolph Vaughn for 64 years. They had one son, Robert D. Vaughn, who survives. Mrs. Vaughn was an active member of Southside Baptist Church in Dyersburg, TN where she taught Sunday School for 25 years. She retired from South Central Bell as a telephone operator with 28 years of service.

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Peggy Ann Bryan Shults

February 13, 1937 – January 31, 2018

Peggy Ann Bryan Shults, 80, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

She was born on February 13, 1937, in Chestnut Bluff, TN, to the late L.D. Bryan and the late Lillian Ellis Bryan. Mrs. Peggy was a homemaker and a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ for 55 years.

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William Delbert Dameron

February 24, 1950 – January 30, 2018

William D. Dameron, 67, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at his residence. Born February 24, 1950 to the late James and Mary Suzy Slaughter Dameron, he was retired. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.

He is survived by his three daughters, Catinia Dodd (Earl, III) of Axton, VA, Sandra Mallard of Brownsville, Jennifer Johnson of McKenzie; one son, Paul Dameron of Dyersburg; twelve grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Nadine Poole of Youngsville, NC; and three brothers, Donnie Hamil, Phillip Hamil, both of Hickman, KY and Guy Hamil of Lake County.

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Michael Dean Walker

November 15, 1952 – January 28, 2018

Michael Dean Walker, 65, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, January 28, 2018 at his residence. Born November 15, 1952 to the late Bob and Margaret Walker, he was a retired printer at Houston Patterson Printing in Decatur, IL.

He is survived by his wife Sandra Massengill Walker; four sons, Aaron Walker, Anthony “Tony” Walker, both of Decatur, IL, Jason Jennings of Dyersburg, Jonathan Jennings of Chattanooga; four grandsons, Hunter, Landon, Kayden, Preston Walker; and two sisters, Becky Starbody and Sharon Walker, both of Decatur, IL.

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Jerry W. Wiggins

February 17, 1960 – January 27, 2018

Jerry W. Wiggins, age 57, of Friendship, TN died Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Methodist University Hospital of Memphis, TN. Jerry was born February 17, 1960 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late Adron Rodester Sr.and the late Syble (Riddick) Wiggins. Jerry was employed by West TN Child Services as a Records Specialists. He was a member of Floyd's Chapel UMC in Friendship, TN and was very active with the Crockett Christmas Store in Crockett County. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Katherine Bowie Wiggins. He also leaves three sons: Benjamin (Suzannah) Wiggins of Dyersburg, TN, Matthew Wiggins and Abbey Taylor of Three Way, TN, Daniel Wiggins and Autumn McLaughlin of Friendship, TN. Jerry also leaves one sister: Joyce Riddick of Gates, TN. He is also survived by one precious grand-daughter , Margaret Wiggins of Dyersburg, TN. Jerry was preceded in death by a sister, Dale Wiggins and a brother, Cotton Wiggins. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at Floyd's Chapel UMC, 162 Davis Rd, Friendship, TN with Bro. Ryan Pattat and Bro. Brian Griffith officiating. Burial will be in Thurmond Cemetery in Halls following the service. Calling hours will be Monday, January 29, 2018 from 5 - 8 pm at Floyd's Chapel UMC. Memorials can be made to the Crockett Christmas Store, PO Box 654, Maury City, TN 38050 Halls Funeral Home 109 N Church St has charge of the services. For more information please visit our website at www.hallsfh.com or call 731-836-7111. Cemetery Details Thurmond Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 29. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Floyds Chapel Methodist Church Friendship, TN Service JAN 30. 1:00 PM (CT) Floyds Chapel Methodist Church Friendship, TN

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Thomas Reasons, Jr.

April 19, 1944 – January 27, 2018

Thomas Reasons, Jr., 73, of Dyersburg, died on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born at the Baird Brewer General Hospital on Main Street in downtown Dyersburg on Easter Sunday morning, April 9, 1944 and was the son of the late Thomas Reasons, Sr. and Laura Odelle Pugh Reasons. Tommys roots were in Milltown in East Dyersburg on K.W. Avenue - a street that dead-ends on the south at the Cotton Mill where our dad spent most of his working life.

Tommy served as Dyer County Commission from Milltown District H for eight years and was on the budget, education, and law enforcement committees. He was also chairman of the E911 board when the new 911 building was built at the old fairgrounds on Harrell Avenue. He served on the Tri-County Solid Waste Board for 7 years. Tommy had a passion for politics, to say the least. And just two weeks ago, he picked up a petition for the upcoming 2018 election for Tennessee House of Representatives.

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Lorene Carroll

October 09, 1938 – January 23, 2018

Lorene Carroll, 79, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

She was born on October 9, 1938, in Baldwyn, MS, to the late Andrew Blufford Jones and the late Dolly Mae Curtis Jones. Mrs. Lorene was a homemaker. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ, 1075 Vendall Road, Dyersburg, TN and a minister of the church.

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Wanda Ann Goodlett

October 25, 1943 – January 23, 2018

Wanda Ann Goodlett, 74, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at her residence.

She was born on October 25, 1943, in Dyersburg, TN, to the late Vernie Burch and the late Verna Hopper Burch. Wanda was a homemaker and was a member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.

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Geneva LaRue

June 04, 1941 – January 22, 2018

Geneva LaRue, 76, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 22, 2018 at Baptist East hospital in Memphis. She was a Baptist.

Funeral services will be at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Holy Hills Baptist Church conducted by Reverend Dennis Knowles with interment to follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.

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