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November 11, 1944 – February 11, 2017
Kathryn "Cat" Work, 72, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Reelfoot Manor Nursing Center.
She was born on November 11, 1944 in Lake County, TN to the late Van and Willie Shell Work. Kathryn was a homemaker. She was an active member of First Baptist Church and sang in the choir.
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May 12, 1954 – February 10, 2017
Steve Martin, age 62, of Halls died Friday, February 10, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Steve was born May 12, 1954 in Ripley, TN. He was a carpenter. Steve was a lifelong member and former deacon of the First Christian Church of Halls. Steve is survived by his mother Ruth (Clark) Martin of Halls, a sister, Sharlene Martin Moore and husband Michael of Memphis, TN. He is also survived by a brother, Dr. Tom Martin and wife Carol of Cadiz, KY. Steve also leaves 3 nieces; Clare Martin Alexander, Margaret Martin Mosser and Meredith Moore. Steve also leaves a very close friend Becky Butler. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas O'Neil Martin. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2pm. February 12, 2017 at Halls Funeral Home. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, February 11 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation FEB 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 FEB 12. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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December 14, 1936 – February 10, 2017
Patricia Anne Blalock, 80, of Friendship, passed away on Friday, February 10, 2017 at her residence.
She was born on December 14, 1936 in Dyer County, TN, to the late Joseph Robert Taylor and the late Vallie Ida Rodgers Taylor. Patricia was a retired cashier for Wal-Mart and was also a member of Palestine United Methodist Church.
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June 20, 1924 – February 08, 2017
Ralph Edward Brown, 92, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on June 20, 1924 in Owasso, Oklahoma to the late Ralph Burl Brown and the late Ina Louise Moore Brown. Ralph was a retired plumbing contractor. He was also a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church. Ralph was a WWII U.S. Army Air Corps Veteran, serving in the China Burma India Theatre. He was an avid gardener, fisherman and woodworker.
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October 20, 1953 – February 08, 2017
Alicia Yarbro Cutler, 63, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis. Memorial services will be at11:00 a.m.,Saturday, February 11, 2017in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Jim Tom Pilcher and Reverend Ed White.
The family will receive visitorsFriday, February 10th, from5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.at the funeral home.
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July 17, 1978 – February 07, 2017
Starr Allison Moore, age 38, of Ripley died Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Methodist University Hospital of Memphis, TN. Starr was born July 17, 1978 in Dyersburg, TN. Starr was a Homemaker. She is survived by her father James "Ronnie" Moore and mother Sandra Leona Neal. Sister of two sisters: Susan Moore of Jackson, TN and Sandy Moore of Mason, TN, and five brothers: Wesley Moore of Halls, TN, Jesse Moore of Ripley, TN, Desi Moore of Brownsville, TN, Jay Moore of Ripley, TN and Clint Moore of Ripley, TN. Starr also survived by her fianc, Michael Herring. She aleaves several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, February 10 at Woodville Cemetery, Ripley, TN with Bro. Tim Smartt officiating. Calling hours will be Friday, February 10th. from 10am until 12:15pm. Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Woodville Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation FEB 10. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service FEB 10. 1:00 PM (CT) Woodville Cemetery Ripley, TN
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December 24, 1937 – February 07, 2017
Dalmus Owens, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on December 24, 1937 in Dyer County, TN to the late John Wesley Owens and the late Lillie Mae Johnston Owens. Dalmus was retired with the maintenance department from Ermco and was a member of Lenox Baptist Church.
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February 07, 2017
Lawrence Dean Taylor, 72, of Dyersburg, TN died Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at his residence. He was the son of the late Oliver L. and Mary E. Allen Taylor. Mr. Taylor was an Army veteran. He is survived by his wife, Andrea Sue Bennett Taylor of Dyersburg; one daughter, Kathy Haggerty of Ewing, MO; one son, Robert Taylor of Missouri; three sisters, Amy Cordonier of Kansas City, MO, Doris Lindey of Petersburg, IL and Teri Angel of Florida; and four grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one grandchild. A Celebration of Life service will be announced at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Curry Funeral Home, 1984 St. John Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.curryfuneral.com.
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March 14, 1930 – February 05, 2017
Juanita Laverne Lovell, 86, of Tiptonville, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at The Bridge at Ridgely.
She was born on March 14, 1930 in Lansing, MI to the late Obie and Marie Farmer Fowler. Juanita was the owner and operator of Lovell's Grocery. She was also a member of Lakeview Baptist Church.
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January 23, 1977 – February 05, 2017
Laura Duncan Bivens, 40, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, February 5, 2017 at her residence. Born January 23, 1977, she was the daughter of Vicky Haynes (Jimmy) of Halls and Allen Wayne Duncan (Carolyn) of Ripley. She was a Registered Radiologic Technologist at Lauderdale Community Hospital and a member of Finley Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 8, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Charlie Halliburton with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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February 21, 1938 – February 04, 2017
Martha Buchanan Eskridge, 78, of Atoka, died Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. Born February 23, 1938, she was the daughter of Grady and Lola Scott Buchanan.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 7, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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June 25, 1951 – February 03, 2017
Allen Hester, President & CEO of the Dyersburg/Dyer County Chamber of Commerce, died Friday, February 3 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Holly Finley Hester, son Andrew Hester (Karen) of Jackson TN, daughter Sara Hester of Murray KY, stepdaughters Finley Leslie (Brandon) and Claire White of Dyersburg TN, mother June Strickland Hester, brother Howard Hester, and Sister Paula Jacquez, all of Memphis. He was preceded in death by his father William A. Hester, Sr., and a brother, John Hester. Mr. Hester is survived by two grandchildren, Evelyn and Sloan Allen Hester.
Mr. Hester was born in Memphis on June 25, 1951, the oldest of four siblings. He attended Oakhaven High School, graduating in 1969. He enrolled at what was then Memphis State University in 1969. He left college in the early 70's to pursue his lifelong interest in music; returned in the late 70's, graduating in 1980 with a degree in Journalism.
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July 08, 1939 – February 03, 2017
Bernard John "Bernie" Anderson, 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, February 3, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born on July 8, 1939 in Le Mars, Iowa to the late Bernard Leo Anderson and the late Myrna Mae Louise Long Anderson. Bernie was a manager of many meat companies, including Sanderson Farms. On February 14, 1959, he married Julia Tott in Sioux City, Iowa. He graduated from Iowa State University in 1965. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Dyersburg, a member of the Rotary Club and was also an avid golfer. Bernie worked at H&R Block in Dyersburg after his retirement.
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March 02, 1940 – February 02, 2017
Jerry Spencer Davis, age 76, of Gates died Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare- Regional Hospital of Dyersburg. Jerry was born March 2, 1940 in Tiptonville, TN. He is the son of the late Spencer and the late Effie (Olds) Davis. He was employed by Tupperware Manufacturing in Maintenance. He is survived by his wife: Laura Jean (Root) Davis ,one daughter: Pam Harrison of Henning, TN, two sons: James Davis of Gates, TN and Timothy Davis of Munford, TN,; Brother of three sisters: Shelby Jean Day of Hickory Flat, MS, Joyce Etheridge of Ft. Wayne, IN and Geneva Riggs of Gates, TN, and one brother: Gary Lee Davis of Halls, TN. Jerry also leaves 3 granddaughters. Graveside services will be held at 1pm on Saturday, February 4,2017 at Greenhill Memorial Gardens in Halls, TN. Visitation will be at Halls Funeral Home from 11am until 1pm. . . Previous Events Visitation FEB 4. 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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November 08, 1931 – February 02, 2017
William “Bill” Finley, 86, of the Fowlkes community, died Thursday, February 2, 2017 at his residence. Born November 8, 1931, he was the son of the late Vernon King and Ida Louise Finley. He was a retired business owner. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War andhe was a Baptist.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 4, 2017in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Danny OGuin with entombment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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May 05, 1944 – February 02, 2017
Bettie Sue Faulkner Leonard, 72, of Tiptonville, died Thursday, February 2, 2017 at her residence. Born May 5, 1944, she was the daughter of the late L.D. Sr. and Helen Marie Prater Faulkner. She was retired County Service Manager with Northwest Tennessee Economic Development Council and a member of Burrus Chapel Church of Christ.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Burrus Chapel Church of Church of Christ conducted by Mr. Don Reel and Reverend Jerry Leggett with interment to follow in Keefe Cemetery.
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September 23, 1925 – February 01, 2017
Earl Gatlin, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on September 23, 1925 in Dyer County, TN to the late, Bert and Nannie Dee Regan Gatlin. Earl was the retired owner of B&E Auto Parts and was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII. He was also an avid domino player and gardener.
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November 01, 1944 – February 01, 2017
Sidney Jerry Estes, 72, of Dyersburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Regional One in Memphis.
He was born on November 1, 1944 in Richmond, KY to the late Shelton and Ruby Arthur Estes. Sidney was a retired welder for Bethlehem Steel. He was also a member of Dyersburg First Assembly of God.
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July 13, 1956 – February 01, 2017
Larry A. Fowler, 60, of Finley, TN died Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional. Born July 13, 1956 he was the son of Roy Aldon and Thelma Gerene Overton Fowler.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 5, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Calvin Smith and Brother Jackie Goad with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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October 16, 1934 – January 30, 2017
Charlie Clifford Pate, 82, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2017 at his residence.
He was born on October 16, 1934 in Dyer County, TN, to the late Clifford and Annie Laura DeMoss Pate. Charlie was the retired manager of the Dyersburg Coca-Cola Bottling Company. He also served in the Tennessee Army National Guard.
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August 12, 1935 – January 29, 2017
Rita Bernard, 81, of Caruthersville, MO, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at her residence.
She was born on August 12, 1935 in Marks, MS, to the late George A. Cox and the late Evelyn Ogle Cox. Rita was a homemaker and a member of Eastwood Memorial United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Ladies Bridge Club and was also a member of the Caruthersville Golf Association, where she loved to play. Rita loved to read, fish, take boat rides and travel. She also loved to take her grandchildren to the Country Club to see the ducks on the pond.
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May 24, 1935 – January 28, 2017
Hester Fay McKee, 81, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
She was born on May 24, 1935 in Dyersburg, TN to the late Henry Bragg and Ella Stubblefield Bragg. Hester was a homemaker and was also a member of Independent Free Holiness Church.
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January 29, 1954 – January 26, 2017
Leamon "Bimbo" Pennington, Jr., age 62, of Ripley died Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Bimbo was born January 29, 1954 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of Leamon Atwood Sr. and Mary (Spray) Pennington of Ripley. He is survived by his wife: Betty (Smith) Pennington , one daughter: Kim " Pete " Pennington of Atlanta, GA and two sons: Leamon "Bubba" Pennington III of Gates, TN and Joey Spencer of House Springs, MO. Brother of three sisters: Denise (Terry) Caviness of Ripley, TN, Susan (Clay) Pittman of Ripley, TN and Sandra Holland of Ripley, TN, and one brother: Steve (Vickie) Pennington of Ripley, TN. Bimbo also leaves 8 grandchildren. He loved his family the Lord Jesus Christ. The funeral will be held 3:00 pm on Sunday, January 29 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Charles McKendree officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery, Halls. Calling hours will be Sunday, January 29 from 2pm-3:00pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Previous Events Visitation JAN 29. 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 29. 3:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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January 20, 1926 – January 25, 2017
Jewline "Dood" McPherson, 91, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
She was born on January 20, 1926 in Dyer County, TN to the late John Ennis and Eunice Neil Ennis. Jewline was a homemaker and was a member of Independent Free Holiness Church.
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Mrs. Jewell Inez Harbor Green, 90 of Ridgely, Tn. passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional Hospital.
She was born March 12, 1926 in Ittawamba Co., MS. to the late William Clifford and Mary Pearl Tallant Harbor. She was a retired machine operator for H.I.S. and a member of the Church of Christ.
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October 10, 1940 – January 23, 2017
Barbara Medley, 76, of Tiptonville, died Monday, January 23, 2017 at her residence. Born October 10, 1940 to the late Louise and Walter Pruett, she was a retired and a member of Samburg Church of God.
She is survived by two daughters, Diana Lynn Tolley of Tiptonville, Cynthia Jean Webb of Friendship; two sons, Randy Farley of Fulton, KY, Johnny Farley of Georgia; two brothers, Johnny Pruett of Millington, Terry Pruett of Bartlett; six grandchildren, Jason Tolley, Kayla Howard, Anthony Farley, Thomas Farley, John Farley, Barbara Farley, fourteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
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November 17, 1935 – January 23, 2017
Charles R. Holland, 81, of Dyersburg, died Monday, January 23, 2017 at his daughters residence. Born November 17, 1935, he was the son of the late Bob and Nettie Holland. He was retired from Dyersburg Fabrics and member of West Dyersburg Church of Christ.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 27, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Jim Chamblee and Rick Crawford with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Friends and family will serve as pallbearers.
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September 27, 1950 – January 22, 2017
Joseph Thomas "Doc" Gaba, Jr., age 66, of Newbern died Sunday, January 22, 2017 at home in Newbern. Joseph was born September 27, 1950 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of the late Joseph Thomas and the late Willie Sue (Burns) Gaba Sr. Joseph married Sandra Lynn Hale. He served in the Military as a Naval Corpsman for the U.S. Marine Corps. Joseph is survived by his wife: Sandra Lynn (Hale) Gaba, one daughter: Lindsey Gaba of Joliet, IL and a step daughter, Candice Kent of Newbern, TN. Three sons: Ethan Gaba of Gates, TN, Jason Gaba of Denver, CO. and James (Kelly) Peters of Newbern, TN, Brother of one brother: Barry (Tammy) Gaba of Bogota, TN; Joseph also is survived by seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his brother, Michael Gaba, brother, Roland Gaba. A memorial service will be held 1:00 pm on Friday, January 27 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Previous Events Service JAN 27. 1:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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September 03, 1947 – January 21, 2017
Bob W. Odom, 69, of Lenox, TN died Saturday, January 21, 2017 at his residence. Born September 3, 1947 he was the son of the late Everett and Mary Lou Odom. He was a farmer, a teacher of agriculture to veterans, an engineer, an avid fisherman and a member of Three Oaks Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 23, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Charlie Halliburton with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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November 15, 1933 – January 19, 2017
Wilsie Mae Carson, 83, of Newbern, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2017 at her residence.
She was born on November 15, 1933 in Dyer County, TN to the late Roy and Fannie Roberts Wooley. Wilsie was a retired knitter for Dyersburg Fabrics, where she worked for 38 years. She was also a member of Calvary Hill Baptist Church.
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January 18, 2017
Kenneth Jones, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 18, 2018 at his residence. Funeral services for Mr. Jones are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by Curry Funeral Home.
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November 12, 1930 – January 17, 2017
William Eugene "Gene" Phillips, 86, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
He was born on November 12, 1930 in Dyer County, TN. He was a retired printer and owner of Wallace Printing Company. Gene was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ and was a wonderful Christian man. He served his Country in the U.S. Air Force and then retired from the TN Air Force National Guard with over 20 years of service.
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September 20, 1943 – January 16, 2017
Mary Margaret Allison, 73, of Hornbeak, died Monday, January 16, 2017 at Reelfoot Manor and Rehabilitation in Tiptonville. Born September 29, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Vance Lee and Marion Rose Douthit Butler. She was a retired from a garment factory and a former member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 19, 2017 in the Ridgely Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Archie Larry with interment to follow in Crockett Chapel Cemetery in Tiptonville.
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January 02, 1955 – January 15, 2017
Vicki Lee Martinec, age 62, of Bells died Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Vicki was born January 2, 1955 in Alamo, TN. She is the daughter of the late Vernice and the late Kathleen (Littles) Privett. Vicki was a homemaker. She is survived by one daughter: Jada Young of Alamo, TN and two sons: Ricky Davis of Halls, TN and Ryan Martinec of Knoxville, TN, Sister of two sisters: Dianne Brown and Lisa Privett both of Halls, TN. She also leaves 4 grandchildren. Vicki was a member of Wortham Chapel Baptist Church. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 19 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ron Tharpe officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, January 18 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Archers Chapel Cemetery Frog Jump, TN Previous Events Visitation JAN 18. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service JAN 19. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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November 03, 1953 – January 13, 2017
Peacefully after a long battle with health complications at Jackson Madison County General Hospital, Bobby Steve Jones, 63, a husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and brother-in-law, will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Mr. Jones was born on November 3, 1953 in Dyersburg, TN to his parents, Shirley Temple Griggs- Jones and the late Marshall Jones. He married Hyacinth Weeks in 1975. He and his wife moved to St. Louis, MO and had two sons Bobby Joe Jones and Michael Steve Jones. He worked as a truck driver. He retired in 1996 and returned to Dyersburg, TN. He loved the "Blues", played guitar, and could dance and stump like no other. He spent his remaining time reconnecting with family and enjoying life.
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December 14, 1933 – January 12, 2017
Paul K. Burks, age 83, of Halls died Thursday, January 12, 2017 at his home in Halls. Paul was born December 14, 1933 in Lauderdale Co. TN. He is the son of the late O.B. and the late Mary Faye (Plunk) Burks. Paul was the owner and operator of Burks Trucking in Halls,TN. He is survived by two sons, Alan K. Burks of Halls, TN and Todd Burks of Ripley, TN. Paul also leaves four grandchildren. Paul was preceded in death by his wife Betty Burks and a grandson Cody Burks. There will be a private memorial service held at a later date.
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November 14, 1924 – January 12, 2017
Martha Donner Borthwick, 92, of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 12, 2017 at her residence. Funeral services are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by Curry Funeral Home.
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November 14, 1924 – January 12, 2017
Martha Wheeler Donner Borthwick, 92, of Osprey, FL, formerly of Dyersburg, died Thursday, January 12, 2017 at her residence. Born November 14, 1924 to the late Richard H. and Mary Kennedy Wheeler, she was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Marys Episcopal Church. She was an avid bridge player and was involved with a weekly group known as The Almighty Bridge Club. She was also a member of The Field Club and The Oaks Club in Osprey and was very supportive of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 17, 2017 at St. Marys Episcopal Church conducted by Reverend Gary Meade. Pallbearer will be Elliot Bloch. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery.
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October 16, 1940 – January 12, 2017
Robert F. Koah, 76, of Tiptonville, formerly of Shelbyville, TN, died Thursday, January 12, 2016 at Reelfoot Manor Health & Rehab. Born October 16, 1940, he was the son of the late Leonard and Sarah McClusky Koah. He was an Army veteran.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home.
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June 30, 1925 – January 10, 2017
Noble Olen Ogden, age 91, of Gates died Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at his home in Gates. Noble was born June 30, 1925 in Fulton, KY. He is the son of the late John G. and the late Lizza (McClain) Ogden. He is survived by his wife: Virginia Dora (Gresham) Ogden , four daughters: Sue Rushing, Patricia Ogden and Jennifer Cantrell, step daughter, Linda Doss and three sons: Johnny Ogden and Shannon Ogden step son, Tim Heatherly, Brother of one sister: Rose Cavness. He also leaves behind several grand and great-grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews. Noble was preceded in death by two daughters and a son. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 12 at New Haven Cemetery, Ridgley, TN with Bro. U.L. Cavness officiating. Halls Funeral Home has charge, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details New Haven Cemetery Rigdley, TN Previous Events Grave side service JAN 12. 2:00 PM (CT) New Haven Cemetery Rigdley, TN
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June 26, 1930 – January 10, 2017
E.L. Quinn, 86, of Newbern, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Tennessee State Veteran's Home in Humboldt.
He was born on June 26, 1930 in Tennessee to the late Roy and Willie Hutchison Quinn. He was a retired duck call maker and gunsmith. E.L. was a U.S. Army Veteran serving his Country during the Korean War, where he received the Purple Heart Medal. He was also an avid duck hunter and fisherman.
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March 02, 1926 – January 10, 2017
Mozelle Ellis Bivens Veal, 90, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Van Ayer Manor Nursing Center in Martin. Born March 2, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Gertrude Ellis. She was a retired dietician and attended Southside Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, Graveside at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Reverend J.R. Hall. Family and friends are asked to gather at the cemetery.
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May 31, 1953 – January 10, 2017
Robert D Chesser, 63, of Dyersburg, passed away on January 10, 2017 in Columbia, Mo.
Visitation will be 12-4pm on Saturday, January 21st with a cremation memorial service to follow at 4:00 pm at Curry Funeral Home in Dyersburg.
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Terry Allen Craig, 68, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Tennova Healthcare Dyersburg Regional.
He was born on June 14, 1948 in Haywood County, TN. Terry was an exterminator for Okeena and was a member of Fowlkes Baptist Church. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving his country during the Vietnam War. Terry also loved football and NASCAR Racing.
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Joe Wesley Stevens, 56, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017 at his residence.
He was retired from the sanitation department with the City of Dyersburg.
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January 27, 1947 – January 07, 2017
Brenda Stanfill, 75, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. Born January 27, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Finis Clifton and Elizabeth Lou Luckett Markham. She was retired.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2017 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Mac Daniels with interment to follow in Fairview Cemetery.
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November 04, 1932 – January 06, 2017
Peggy Jean White, age 84, of Bells, died Friday, January 6, 2017 at Bells Nursing Home And Rehab of Bells,TN. She was born November 4, 1932 in Lauderdale Co., TN, to the late Newt and the late Ada (Reece) Fennell. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles White. Peggy worked as a Teacher's aide and was also employed by Tupperware. She is survived by three daughters: Charlotte (Steve) Cannon of Elaine, AR, Lucy (Rusty) Trim of Slidell, LA and Diane (Claude) Cochran of Halls, TN, and one son: Kirby White of Maury City, TN; Sister of one sister: Erma Lee Hart of Bells, TN. Peggy also leaves 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Peggy was predeceased by her sister, Ann Agee and a brother, N.F. Fennell. The funeral service will be held 11:00 am on Monday, January 9 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Keith Harwell officiating. Burial will be in Archer's Chapel Cemetery, 356 Archer's Chapel Road, Halls, TN following the service . Calling hours will be Sunday, January 8 from 5 - 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Archer's Chapel Cemetery Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Calling Hours JAN 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 JAN 9. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Read full obituary → February 16, 1916 – January 06, 2017
Bendona Moss Biggs, 100, of Jackson, formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2017 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was a retired clerk for Caldwell's Department Store. Bendona was the oldest member of First Baptist Church in Tiptonville.
Dyersburg Funeral Home
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