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Annie "Penny" Henson Storey

December 13, 1928 – December 29, 2017

Annie "Penny" Henson Storey, 89, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Dyersburg Healthcare.

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Stanton "Stan" Adair Forsythe

June 11, 1944 – December 29, 2017

Stanton "Stan" Adair Forsythe, 73, of Finley, TN, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Cynthia Elmore

July 04, 1960 – December 26, 2017

Cynthia Gail Elmore, age 57, of Spencer TN. died Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at St. Thomas Hospital of Nashville, TN. Cynthia was born July 4, 1960 in Memphis, TN. She is the daughter of the late Wyman J. and the late Annie Laverne (Baker) Elmore. Cynthia is survived by two daughters: Chasidy Elmore of Memphis, TN and Annie Elmore of Atoka, TN. Sister of one brother: Mike Elmore of Bartlett, TN; Cynthia is also survived by 3 Grandchildren. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN. Previous Events Service JAN 7. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Catherine Hazen Mcmahon

January 24, 1989 – December 26, 2017

Catherine Hazen McMahon, 28, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Robert Anthony Mills

November 09, 1954 – December 25, 2017

Robert Anthony Mills, 63, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2017 at his residence.

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Jerry Leonard

December 06, 1941 – December 25, 2017

Jerry Leonard, 76, of Dyersburg, died Monday, December 25, 2017 at St. Bernard Medical Center in Jonesboro. Born December 6, 1941, he was the son of the late James Brady and Nola Birdie DeMoss Leonard. He was an employee of Dyersburg Fabrics for over 30 years.

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Lewis Norman

September 02, 1935 – December 25, 2017

Lewis Norman, 82, of Dyersburg, died Monday, December 25, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born September 2, 1935, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Pauline S. Norman.

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Frank Bales

October 31, 1994 – December 23, 2017

Frank Bales, age 23, of Dyersburg passed away Saturday, December 23, 2017. Frank was born October 31,1994 in Jackson, TN. He is the son of Ronald Edward and Paula Lee(Dunaway)Bales of Dyersburg. Frank is survived by his sister, Mary (Troy) Day of Coldwater,MS. He is also survived by his grandparents, Jay & Joyce Dunaway of Halls, TN and grandmother, Olive Bales of Poplar Bluff, MO. Frank leaves a niece, Maggie Day and nephew Harlan Day. He is survived by his cousins, Jason Jacques, Will Jacques, Brennan Tolliver, and life- long friends, Skyler Harrison and Shania Rogers. Frank was preceded in death by his grandmother: Rowena Dunaway, grandfather; Franklin Bales, and aunt; Beth Haynes. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, December 28 at First Baptist Church, Halls, TN with Rev. Booker Joe Nance officiating. Burial will follow in the Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 27 from 5- 8pm at First Baptist Church, 102 E. Tigrett St. Halls, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the following: The American Cancer Society, St.Jude Children's Hospital of Memphis or a local humane society of the donor's choice . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 27. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116 Service DEC 28. 11:00 AM (CT) First Baptist Church of Halls 102 W Tigrett St Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7116

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Dean Gabel

April 05, 1919 – December 23, 2017

Dean Gabel, 98, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.

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Ester Jane "Janie" Newhouse

June 04, 1961 – December 21, 2017

Ester Jane "Janie" Newhouse, age 56, of Ripley died Thursday, December 21, 2017 at Jackson Regional Hospital Jackson, TN. Janie was born June 4, 1961 in Chicago, IL. She is the daughter of the late Billy Ray Bullington. She is survived by her mother Mary (Benham) Kee, Step-father Richard Kee. She leaves one daughter: Amanda ( Daniel ) Vaden of Gates,TN. Janie also leaves a brother John ( Brenda ) Bullington of Phonex, AZ; She also has three grandchildren. Cameron Luckett, Mackenzie Vaden and Sophie Leigh Vaden. Preceded in death by her Sister, Sherry McCutcheon. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, December 22 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Scott Hartman officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, December 22 from 11:00 am. until 1:00pm at Halls Funeral Home. . Previous Events Visitation DEC 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 DEC 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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Tommy Ray Rogers

July 10, 1963 – December 20, 2017

Tommy Ray Rogers, 54, of Lenox, TN, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Heather Lynn Foster Hubble

August 07, 1973 – December 18, 2017

Heather Lynn Foster Hubble, 44, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Monday, December 18, 2017 at her residence.

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Sylvia Lee Laird Shaw

June 23, 1940 – December 18, 2017

Sylvia Lee Shaw (nee Laird), devoted wife and mother, died peacefully in her home on December 18, 2017 in Ridgely, TN. She was 77.

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Perry Lynn Riley

March 11, 1950 – December 17, 2017

Perry Lynn Riley, age 67, of Frog Jump died Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Perry was born March 11, 1950 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of the late James T. and the late Helen Rebecca (Archer) Riley. He was a retired construction worker. He is survived by his wife: Linda Lamarr (Earnheart) Riley, one daughter: Cassie Webb of Nashville, TN and one son: Daniel Riley of Alamo, TN; Brother of one sister: Darlene Baker of Frog Jump, TN and two brothers: Michael Riley and Jeff Riley both of Frog Jump, TN. Perry also leaves 5 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his son, Perry Allen Riley, two brothers, Rev. Larry Riley, Mark Riley and a sister, Diane Carmack. Perry was a member of Archer's Chapel Methodist Church and a member of the West TN Emmaus Community. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, December 21 at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Rev. Larry Kendrick and Bro. Keith Harwell officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday , December 20 from 5-8 pm at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church. . Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 20. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 21. 11:00 AM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Bartelia Alford Ursery

December 14, 1920 – December 17, 2017

Bartelia Alford Ursery, 97, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Darrell Wayne Fincher

May 12, 1941 – December 16, 2017

Darrell Wayne Fincher, age 76, of Halls died Saturday, December 16, 2017 at his home in Frog Jump. Darrell was born May 2, 1941 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of the late O.D. and the late Elsie (Archibald) Fincher. He was married to the late Marilyn Grace Palmer Fincher. He was a retired construction worker. He is survived by one daughter: LeAnne Fincher of Cullman, AL and one son: Jason Fincher of Friendship TN. Brother of two brothers: Henry Fincher and Phil Fincher both of Alamo, TN. He also leaves 4 grandchildren. Preceded in death by two brothers; Jimmy Fincher, Ted Fincher and a sister, Ruby Wray. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 20 at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Keith Harwell officiating. Burial will follow in the Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, December 20 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Archer's Chapel Methodist church Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation DEC 20. 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 20. 12:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Brenda Gwen Hinton

July 26, 1941 – December 15, 2017

Brenda Gwen Hinton, age 76, of Halls died Friday, December 15, 2017 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Brenda was born July 26, 1941. She is the daughter of the late Robert Melvin and the late Grace Evelyn (Savage) Henderson. She was a retired bookkeeper. She is survived by her husband: Bobby Hinton , one daughter: Donna Grigsby and two sons: Mike Hooker of VA. Beach, VA and Robbie Hinton of Halls, TN, two step sons, Scotty Hinton and Bryan Hinton both of Halls, TN. Sister of one brother: Mel Henderson of The Villages, FL. She also leaves 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Greenhill Memorial Gardens near Halls, TN. Calling hours will be Monday, December 18 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation DEC 18. 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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Jerry Mac Stover

December 29, 1948 – December 15, 2017

Jerry Mac Stover, 68, of Newbern, TN, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 at his residence.

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Robert Bain Hill

February 05, 1934 – December 12, 2017

Robert Bain Hill, age 83, of Gates died Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at home in Gates. Robert was born February 5, 1934 in Haywood Co., TN. He is the son of the late Robert Benjamin and the late Opie Reed (Bain) Hill. He was farmer and land owner. He was a member of the Halls First United Methodist Church. Robert was also a former Sunday school teacher at Eureka United Methodist Church. In 1998 he earned the "Superior Service Award" from the Tennessee Valley Region Association of Demonstration Farm Families, which he, along with his family, took great pride in. Robert was also a United States Army Veteran. He is survived by his wife: Sue (Roberson) Hill two sons: Jeff (Karen) Hill and Russell (Connie) Hill. Both of Gates, TN. Brother of one sister: Martha J. Taylor of Sun City, AZ. Robert also leaves 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by 2 sisters, Linda Hill Gibbs Winkles and Toy Ann Hosmer. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 14 at Halls First United Methodist Church, , Halls, TN with Rev. Barbara Blackmon-Fortune officiating. Burial will be in Trinity Cemetery, Brownsville. Calling hours will be Thursday, December 14 from 11:00 am. until 1:00pm at Halls First United Methodist Church, , Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Trinity Cemetery Previous Events Visitation DEC 14. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service DEC 14. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls First United Methodist Church 110 Gate 6 Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Charlene Norman Screws

January 20, 1930 – December 11, 2017

Charlene Norman Screws, 87, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Monday, December 11, 2017 at her residence.

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Bart Lummus

November 04, 1963 – December 11, 2017

Bart Allen “Patch/Rooter” Lummus, 54, of Dyersburg, died December 11, 2017 at his residence. Born November 4, 1963, he was the son of Birdie and Joe Baker and the late Claude Smith Lummus. He was a retired carpenter.

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Douglas Wayne Wilkerson

June 04, 1943 – December 10, 2017

Douglas Wayne Wilkerson 74, died Sunday, December 10, 2017 at his residence. Born June 4, 1943, he was the son of the late Clyde and Elizabeth (Betsy) Wilkerson. Doug served his country with 10 years active duty in the United States Marine Corp and a veteran of the Vietman War. One of his accomplishments during his military service was as a Chinese interpreter. Doug was an attorney and member of the First United Methodist Church.

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Evelyn Moore

March 28, 1949 – December 08, 2017

Evelyn Elaine Moore, age 68, of Gates died Friday, December 8, 2017 at home in Gates. Evelyn was born March 28, 1949 in Dry Hill, TN. She is the daughter of the late Rhea and the late Ruth (Shands) Kennedy. She married Robert Denton Moore. She was a homemaker. Evelyn is survived by her husband, Robert Moore. She also leaves two sons: Ronnie Moore of Brighton, TN and David Moore of Dyersburg, TN. She is survived by three sisters: Laverne Booker of Halls, TN, Norma Ward of Clarksville and Rebecca Hutcherson of Halls, TN, and two brothers: Ronnie Kennedy of AL and Randy Kennedy of Dyersburg, TN. She also leaves behind 6 grandchildren. Visitation will begin at 12:30 pm on Sunday at Halls Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 3pm on Sunday at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Dry Hill Cemetery near Halls. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 10. 12:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 10. 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Anita Pugh Morris

June 27, 1935 – December 08, 2017

Anita Pugh Morris, 82, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

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Dorothy Chapman Smith

July 19, 1929 – December 08, 2017

Dorothy Smith, 88, of Germantown, formerly of Dyersburg, died Saturday, December 8, 2017 at Crossroads Hospice in Germantown, TN. A celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Friday, December 15, 2017 at Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Ed White and Brother John Andy Fisher conducting the services. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. prior to the services. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Online condolences are available on our website: www.curryfuneral.com. Visitation Friday, December 15th, 2017 12:00 pm - 02:45 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Memorial Service Friday, December 15th, 2017 03:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024

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Amber Nicole Roberts

May 19, 1980 – December 07, 2017

Amber Nichole Roberts, 37, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, December 7, 2017 at Regional One in Memphis. Born May 19, 1980, she is the daughter of Dan Roberts and Margaret Sellers, both of Dyersburg. She was a homemaker.

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Doris Acuff Fisher

September 09, 1926 – December 06, 2017

Doris Acuff Fisher, age 91, of Ripley died Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East of Memphis, TN. Mrs. Fisher was born September 9, 1926 in Golddust, TN. She is the daughter of the late Fred and the late Sadie (Scallions) Nelson. Doris was a Sharecropper for many years. She is survived by two daughters: Jannie Moore of Ripley, TN and Mary Jackson of Ripley, TN, and one son: Roy Acuff Jr. of Drummonds, TN; Sister of one brother: Charles Nelson of VA; Doris is also survived by 8 Grandchildren, 9 Great-Grandchildren, and 5 Great-Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband, Roy Acuff Sr. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 9 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Rev. Larry Howard officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates on Saturday, December 9 following the service. Calling hours will be Friday, December 8 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Pallbearers will be Roy Acuff Jr., Randy Jackson, Anthony Jackson, Eddie Moore, Benjie Moore, and Nathan Goodman. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation DEC 8. 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 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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James Marvin Stephens

December 09, 1942 – December 06, 2017

James Marvin Stephens, 74, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born December 9, 1942, he was the son of the late Arlie Sr. and Lucille Stephens. He was retired from Dyersburg Electric System and a member of Tucker Street Church. He was a former employee of Coca-Cola Bottling Company and Edenton Lamb. He was a Dyer County Master Gardener volunteer for 10 years and spent many happy hours in the kitchen, sharing his homemade breads, canned goods and chocolate dipped strawberries with family and friends. James Marvin was a volunteer at the Bogota Community Center and was an avid fisherman.

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John W. Burris

November 24, 1915 – December 05, 2017

?John Warren Burris, 102, died Tuesday December 5, 2017 at his daughter's home in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Wednesday November 24, 1915 in Cedar County, Missouri, he was the son of the late William Hiram Burris and the late Lillie Maude Stephens Burris. As a teenager, John left home to find work during the Great Depression, making his way to California where he worked as a farm laborer, ranch hand, and for many years in the lumber industry in northern California. While living in San Diego, he was working at Consolidated Aircraft when Pearl Harbor was attacked. On January 2, 1942, John enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving over three years in the Pacific, and was stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina when the Second World War ended. Returning to California, he owned various businesses, worked for Ventura County Department of Weights and Measures for several years, and participated in Poinsettia Masonic Lodge. On April 20, 1957 he and Carolyn Hope Ainley were married in Woodlake, California. In March 1961 he moved his family to Stockton, Missouri where he operated a cattle ranch. Following the family's return to Woodlake, California in June 1973, he built the family home, and participated in Visalia Toastmasters Club, Tulare County Genealogical Society, and Woodlake Presbyterian Church. In March 2004, John and Hope moved to Alturas, California where Hope died January 25, 2012. John moved to Dyersburg in August 2014.

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Annie Laurie Connell

March 15, 1932 – December 04, 2017

Annie Laurie Connell, 85, of Tiptonville, TN, passed away on Monday, December 4, 2017 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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Franklin Delano Cochran

October 20, 1937 – December 03, 2017

Franklin Delano Cochran, 80, of Nashville, TN, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2017.

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Hayes Lee Cagle

May 04, 1937 – December 02, 2017

Hayes Lee Cagle, 80, of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at The Bridge at Ridgely.

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Mary Magdalene Fisher Pitts

December 21, 1933 – November 30, 2017

Mary Magdalene Fisher Pitts, 83, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Sandra Roberts

September 05, 1950 – November 29, 2017

Sandra Lou Roberts, age 67, of Newbern died Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Dyersburg Regional Hospital of Dyersburg, TN. Sandra was born September 5, 1950 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of Walter and the late Dorothy Helen (Webb) Clendenin. She was employed as a clerk at a local convenient store for many years. Sandra is survived by two daughters: Jennifer Sellers of Halls, TN and Hilliary Whitt of Newbern, TN,; her father Walter Clendenin; Sister of two sisters: Charlotte Dowdy of Linden, TN and Helen McClain of Dyersburg, TN, and one brother: Tony Clendenin of Dyersburg, TN; Sandra is also survived by 4 Grandchildren. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and may be announced by the family at a later date.

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Mike "Pilk" Pilkenton

December 07, 1948 – November 29, 2017

Mike 'Pilk' Pilkenton, 68, of Bogota, died Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born December 7, 1948, to the late James Ervin and Colleen Presgrove Pilkenton, he was retired from Lowe's. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 9, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Kevin Klutts. He is survived by his son Shane Pilkenton and wife Beverly; two grandchildren, Michael Lane and Hunter Blake Pilkenton; his sister, Laura Gregory and his brother, Jerry Pilkenton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Rick Pilkenton.In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to the YMCA of Dyer County, P. O. Box 1502, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1502. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Pilkenton family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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John Paul Cleek

December 25, 1960 – November 28, 2017

John Paul Cleek, age 56, of Halls died Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. John was born December 25, 1960 in Gary, IN. He is the son of the late Sharon Crews and James Cleek . He was employed by the Halls Gin Company. He is survived by one son: Pete Cleek of Halls, TN; Brother of two brothers: Tommy Cleek of Henning, TN and Bill Cleek of Camden, TN,; 3 step daughters, Veronica Anguiano of Dyersburg, TN, Alicia Freeman of Ripley, TN and Amanda Anguiano of Ripley,TN. He also laves 3 grandchildren. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Saturday, December 2 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN Calling hours will be Saturday, December 2 from 9am. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation DEC 2. 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service DEC 2. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Owen Dwight Lilly Sr.

March 09, 1963 – November 28, 2017

Owen Dwight Lilly, Sr., age 54, of Gates died Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Owen was born March 9, 1963 in Dyersburg, TN. He is the son of the late O.D. Lilly and Annie Lee Crowder. Owen served in the Army National Guard, was a Pastor and former Professor of Psychology at UT Martin. He is survived by two daughters: Brandi Bennett of Atoka, TN and Brookelynn Ann Lilly of Halls, TN, and two sons: Owen Dwight Lilly II of Ripley, TN and Chet Austin Lilly of Ripley, TN,; his mother Annie Lee Crowder of gates TN; Brother of two sisters: Judith Campbell of SanTan Valley, AZ and Shirley Skipper of Choctaw, OK. Owen is also survived by 2 Grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at the Tabernacle Of Praise, 123 North Front St. in Halls TN. at 3pm. on Saturday Dec. 2, 2017.

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Virginia Rhea Riley

October 18, 1937 – November 27, 2017

Virginia Rhea Riley, age 80, of Halls, died Monday, November 27, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Virginia was born October 18, 1937 in Alamo, TN. She is the daughter of the late Buford and the late Rebecca (Riddick) Cherry. She is survived by one daughter: Darla White of North Carolina and two sons: Greg (Angie) Riley of Ripley, TN and Mike (Lynette) Currie of Ripley, TN. She also leaves 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church on December 9th. beginning at 2pm. . Previous Events Service DEC 9. 2:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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Leon Goff

September 02, 1937 – November 25, 2017

Leon Goff, 80, of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2017 at Tennova Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin, TN.

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Betty Jean McNeill

June 20, 1934 – November 23, 2017

Betty Jean McNeill, age 83, of Gates died Thursday, November 23, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Betty was born June 20, 1934 in Ripley, TN. She was the daughter of the late Harvey and Mary Alice ( Midgett) Stillwell. She was a retired Tupperware employee as well as a homemaker and a farmers wife. She is survived by two sons: Mike (Carey) McNeill of Brownsville, TN and Jeff McNeill and friend Tonya Watson of Gates, TN. She also leaves a nephew whom she raised, Dorman (Betty) Beard of Newbern, TN; 4 grandchildren Joe McNeill, Jacob (Catherine) McNeill, Jaimee McNeill and Justin McNeill. She also leaves 2 Great-granddaughters Zoey and Harper McNeill. Betty was a member of Concord United Methodist Church. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 26 at Concord United Methodist Church. Gates, TN with Rev. Houston Sills officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, November 25 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 25. 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 26. 2:00 PM (CT) Concord United Methodist Church 3715 Concord Road Gate, TN 38037

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Jerry Wayne Sims

August 11, 1946 – November 23, 2017

Jerry Wayne Sims, 71, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, November 23, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born August 11, 1946, he was the son of the late Patterson “Pat” and Bessie Hickerson Sims. Jerry Wayne attended First Baptist Church where he was a member of the Buck Tarpley Life Group, but he was a lifetime member of Finley United Methodist Church. He was a retired automobile dealer and was known for his lifelong love of buying, selling, racing, and collecting cars. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Hickman. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 26th beginning at 1:00 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Chyrel Sims; two daughters, Stephanie Sims Cross (John) of Knoxville, Stacye Sims of Nashville; three grandchildren, Connor Cross, Cooper Cross, Mary Sims Cross, all of Knoxville; his brother, James Allen Sims (Dottie) of Murray, KY; and his brother-in-law, Jim Daniels of Dyersburg. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Judes Children Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929 or First Baptist Church, 220 Masonic Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Sims family at www.curryfuneral.com.

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Anna Frances Studard

June 09, 1938 – November 22, 2017

Anna Frances Studard, 79, of Lenox, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Joan Carolyn Lovins Fisher

November 19, 1943 – November 21, 2017

Joan Carolyn Lovins Fisher, 74, of Unionville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.

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Linda Nell Ragan

December 04, 1949 – November 21, 2017

Linda Nell Ragan, 67, of Paris, TN, formerly of Ridgely, TN, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Henry County Medical Center in Paris, TN.

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Phillip Wade Patterson

March 02, 1969 – November 19, 2017

Phillip Wade Patterson, 48, of Memphis, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, TN, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.

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Madelyn Grace "Maddie" Walker

November 19, 2017

Madelyn Grace “Maddie” Walker passed peacefully in the arms of family on November 19, 2017. She was born at 12:40 a.m. and met the eyes of Jesus at 2:15 a.m. the same day.

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Carrie Louise Escue

August 01, 1927 – November 17, 2017

Carrie Louise Escue, age 90, of Gates died Friday, November 17, 2017 at home in Gates. She was born August 1, 1927 in Ripley, TN. Carrie is the daughter of the late Clarence Eugene and the late Lelia (Trimble) Hargett. She was married to the late Buford Ervin Escue. Carrie was a Homemaker and is survived by one Son: Stephen Ervin Escue of Gates, TN; She is also survived by 4 Grandchildren and 2 Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her Daughter Nancy Louise Smith, Sister, Florence Howard, Brother, C.E. Hargett. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Monday, November 20 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Joshua Escue and Bro. Houston Sills officiating. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Gates on Monday, November 20 following the service. Calling hours will be Sunday, November 19 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Concord Cemetery Gates, TN Previous Events Visitation NOV 19. 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 20. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net

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Martha Iona Gilliland

November 20, 1935 – November 17, 2017

Martha Iona Gilliland, age 81, of Halls died Friday, November 17, 2017 at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital of Jackson, TN. She was born November 20, 1935 in Crockett Co. TN. Martha is the daughter of the late Claude and the late Daisy (Baker) Reece and was married to Harold Gilliland. She was a Homemaker. Martha is survived by her husband: Harold Gilliland and two daughters: Lisa Gilliland of Frog Jump, TN and Lynn Cross of Bartlett, TN, She is also survived by 4 Grandchildren and 4 Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her Brother Alfred Reece. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, November 21 at 1:00pm at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church, Halls, TN with Bro. Larry Kendrick officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, Halls on Tuesday, November 21 following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, November 21 beginning at 11:00am at Archer's Chapel Methodist Church. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation NOV 21. 11:00 AM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040 Service NOV 21. 1:00 PM (CT) Archer's Chapel Methodist Church 356 Archer's Chapel Rd. Halls, TN 38040

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