Donald Scott
March 09, 1954 – September 12, 2015
Donald Scott, 61, of Ridgely, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at his residence.
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Lonnie Batton
March 20, 1926 – September 12, 2015
Lonnie G. Batton, 89, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, September 12, 2015 at Maplewood Health Care Center in Jackson, TN. Born March 20, 1926 to the late Andrew Jackson and Nora Bell Bratton, he was a retired carpenter. He is survived by his daughter, Judy Burt of San Pedro, CA; his son, Lonnie Bell of Fruitport, MI and his niece, Freddie Ghyer of McKenzie. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 12 siblings: Walter Batton: James Frederick Batton, Cleatherd Willie Batton, Ranzy Larenzo Batton, Marie Batton, Lola Mae Batton, James Nelson Batton, Byphell Viston Batton, Arlene Earline Batton, Casey Wesley Batton, Betty Ruth Batton and Jessie Alice Batton. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Burial , TN
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Harold E. Davison
August 21, 1931 – September 08, 2015
Harold E. Davison, 84, of Finley, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at his residence after an 8 month battle with cancer.
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Robert Thomas Meeks Sr.
September 26, 1917 – September 07, 2015
Robert Thomas Meeks, Sr, age 97, of Senatobia, MS died Monday, September 7, 2015 at home in Senatobia. Robert was born September 26, 1917 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Thomas Calvin and the late Robbie Golden (McDearman) Meeks. He married Clarie Daphne Burroughs. He was a retired farmer. He is survived by three daughters: Pam Gary of Senatobia, MS, Brenda Camp of Senatobia, MS, Melody Stiek of Cabot, AR; ; Predeceased by his son, Robert T. Meeks Jr., son, Charles Edward Meeks. He also leaves 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The graveside service will be held 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 10 at Antioch Cemetery, Antioch Cemetery Rd., Halls, TN. . In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Antioch Cemetery Fund. Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Grave side service SEP 10. 2:00 PM (CT) Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN
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Danal L. Hotaling
August 28, 1914 – September 05, 2015
Danal L. Hotaling, 101, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2015 at his residence in Inverness, FL. Mr. Hotaling was born in Oneonta, NY on August 28, 1914 to the late Lynn G. and Maude (Smith) Hotaling. Co-founder of Colonial Rubber Works, Inc. of Dyersburg, TN in 1954, he was a natural leader who offered a family atmosphere to his employees, earning both the loyalty and the admiration of the Colonial Family. Mr. Hotaling also became a vital part of the Dyersburg community. He functioned as an active member of several college boards, including The University of Tennessee Development Board. He served as a member of First Citizens National Bank Board of Directors and was active in the development of the Dyersburg Community Center. Recognized by many throughout the years, he received his honorary doctorate from his alma mater, Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY, in 1972. As an active golfer, he enjoyed "19 holes of golf" with his close friends. He is survived by his two daughters, Karen Horn and her husband Jim of Dyersburg and Suzanne Fuller of Inverness, FL. Other survivors include: the 4 grandchildren, Jim Horn and wife Beth, David Horn, Dana Drake and husband Bill, Kevin Fuller and wife Callie. He is also survived by 10 great grandchildren: Monty, Miller and Samuel Horn, Ryley, Peyton and Ashlyn Fuller, Charlotte, Abi, Lola, and Leila Drake. Mr. Dan was preceded in death by his first wife, Charlotte (Orr) Hotaling in 1994 and his son-in-law, Dr. Jim Fuller in 2008. His wife, Suzanne (Reynolds) Hotaling, died in 2014. Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home, conducted by Reverend Gary Meade. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Jim Carver, Terry Courtenay, Dan Felkner, Ralph Henson, Bob Kirk, Jere T. Kirk, Ralph Reynolds, Glenn Thurman and Wendell West. Honorary pallbearers will be Jean Williams, Vickie Thedford, Katie Winchester and the Colonial Family. The Hotaling family will receive friends Friday, September 11th from 3:00 - 6:00 pm and Saturday, September 12th beginning at 11:00 a.m until service time at the funeral. The family requests memorials be directed to the Dyersburg-Dyer County Union Mission, 213 West Cedar Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024, McIver's Grant Public Library, 410 West Court Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 108 North King Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, September 11th, 2015 03:00 pm - 06:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Saturday, September 12th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Saturday, September 12th, 2015 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, September 12th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Jimmie Dale Wilson
August 14, 1947 – September 05, 2015
Jimmie Dale Wilson, 68, of Newbern, died Saturday, September 5, 2015, at his residence. He was disabled and a former employee of Dement Construction. He enjoyed off-roads parks and fixing things. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Cathy Wilson; 1 daughter, Lois E. Wilson of Newbern; 1 son, Jimmie D. Wilson of Finley; 3 sisters, Shirley Kirby Braddy of Dyersburg, Ruth Ann McCorkle of Columbia, Sandra Marable of Old Hickory; 1 half-brother, Donald Lay of Alabama and 7 grandchildren, Lillian Alexander, Jimmie (J.R.) Wilson, Lucas Wilson, Cody Wilson, Zander Wilson, Hunter Brawley and Evan Fortner. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas and Lois Elaine Andrews Wilson and a brother, Ronnie Wilson. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com
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Dr. Phyllis Ponder Robinson
October 29, 1945 – September 03, 2015
Dr. Phyllis Ponder Robinson, 69, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015 at her residence.
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Daisy Stewart
May 24, 1921 – September 02, 2015
Ms. Daisy Stewart, age 94, of Halls died Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at Bells Nursing Home and Rehab of Bells, TN. Ms. Daisy was born May 24, 1921 in Lauderdale Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Flora (Crihfield) Ray. Ms. Daisy was a retired Site Manager for Wesley Park Meadows Apartments in Halls. She was also a former antique shop owner for many years. She is survived by four sons: Oliver (Mary Ann) Voss of Ripley, TN, Douglas (Joni) Voss of Ripley, TN, Wayne (Debbie) Voss of Greenwood, MS. and Mike (Deb) Voss of Ripley, TN. She also leaves a sister Florine Lehman of Ripley, TN. Ms. Daisy is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren. Ms. Daisy also leaves a sister in law Betty Ray of Ripley,TN. She was preceded in death by her brother, Don Ray. The family would like to express a special thank you to Deb Voss for the love and care that she provided Ms. Daisy. The funeral will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 4 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN. Bro. Bill Stamps will be officiating with burial to follow in Edith Cemetery near Ripley. Calling hours will be Friday, September 4 from 12:00pm. until service time at Halls Funeral Home. . Cemetery Details Edith Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours SEP 4. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service SEP 4. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Katie Johnson
September 18, 1965 – September 01, 2015
Katie Johnson, 49, of Newbern, died Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Funeral services for Mrs. Johnson will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 4, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Dr. D. B. Haynes. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Joe Robitaille, Jeremy Robitaille, Lee Robitaille, Jeff Waller, Tom Hayes, John Young, Kenny Cogdill and Chuck Asa. Honorary pallbearers will be Josh Wood and Brian Warner. The family will receive friends Thursday, September 3rd from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her grandson, Aiden Major; her husband, Stephen Johnson; 1 daughter, Kimberly Major (Zachary) of Newbern; 2 brothers, Jr. Quinton, Jamie Quinton (Cindy) of Trenton; Mother-in-law, Doris Parham of Dyersburg; her best friend, Judy Hamil of Union City; her sister-in-law, Teresa Robitaille of KY; Nieces, Chloe Wood (Josh) of Dyersburg, Skyla Matousek of Trenton, Tammy Quniton of MS, Candace Quinton of Jackson, Ashley Quinton; nephews, Michael Quinton (Jennifer) of LA, Joe Robitaille (Holly) of Murfreesboro, Jeremy Robitaille (Rachel) of Murfreesboro, Caleb Quinton of Trenton, and great-nieces, Kinlee Sharp and Aubrey Wood, of Dyersburg, Cheyenne Quinton, Emily Quinton and Hannah Quinton, all of LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Margie & W.J. Taylor and her brother Ricky Dale Quinton. The family requests memorials be directed to The National Kidney Foundation, Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, September 3rd, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Friday, September 4th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, September 4th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Judith May Stewart
July 03, 1952 – August 29, 2015
Judith May Stewart, 63, of Tiptonville, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN.
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Samuel Tate Viar, Jr.
June 05, 1963 – August 29, 2015
Sam T. Viar, Jr., 52, of Dyersburg, died Saturday, August 29, 2015 at his residence. He was born June 5, 1963 to Sam and Pat Viar. He was a teacher/trainer at the Bridges Program and mentored the mentally ill and victims of domestic violence. As a high school student in Georgia, Sam was named a Governor's Honors recipient for fluency in German. He was a talented artist, having one of his paintings chosen to hang in the Tennessee State Capitol. Sam was a gifted landscaper, with a love for and an exceptional knowledge of all green, growing things. He was an avid World of Warcraft enthusiast, through which he came to know hundreds of friends across the world. Sam is survived by his mother, Pat Viar of Dyersburg; his fiance, Tammy Marshall of Dyersburg; 3 sisters, Mary Jane Viar (Debbie) of Memphis, Vicki Viar (Dave) of Nashville and Laura Wallace (Doug) of Dyersburg; his nephew, Drew Goodwin of Nashville; his fiancee's parents, Jim and Robie Harries, sisters Wendy Marshall (Ray) and Teressa Williams (Don), all of Wakeeney, KS, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Samuel Tate Viar, and his grandparents, Walter and Edna Viar of Lenox, TN, and Sophia and Loren "Shorty" Steiger of Dyersburg. Memorial services will be at 1:00 pm, Thursday, September 3, 2015 at St. Mary's Episcopal Church Dyersburg, conducted by the Reverend Gary Meade. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to the Dyer County Humane Society, P. O. Box 223, Dyersburg, TN, 38025-0223 or St. Mary's Episcopal Church Discretionary Fund, 108 N. King Avenue, Dyersburg, TN, 38024. Cremation services are under the direction of Curry Funeral Home. Online condolences are available on our website: www.curryfuneral.com Memorial Service Thursday, September 3rd, 2015 01:00 am St. Mary's Episcopal Church 108 N Main Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Louise Sudbury Nash
July 17, 1920 – August 28, 2015
Mrs. Minnie Louise Sudbury Nash, 95, of Friendship, passed away Friday, August 28, 2015 at the Bells Nursing Home. Mrs. Nash was a retired homemaker and avid quilter. She was a long-time member of Miller's Chapel Church of Christ in Bonicord.
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Patty Seago
July 19, 1936 – August 28, 2015
Patty Seago, 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, August 28, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
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Clyde Bryant Johnson
August 28, 1936 – August 27, 2015
Clyde Bryant Johnson, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
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Gary Edwin Rester
January 27, 1966 – August 26, 2015
Gary Edwin Rester, 49, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville.
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John Thomas Slattery;
July 17, 1947 – August 26, 2015
John Thomas Slattery, 68, of Tiptonville, TN died August 26, 2015 at his residence. Funeral services for Mr. Slattery are incomplete at this time.
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Jestine Lawson
April 05, 1932 – August 25, 2015
Jestine Lawson, age 83, of Ripley died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at home in Ripley. Jestine was born April 5, 1932 in Selmer, TN. She is the daughter of the late Albert and the late Onie (Moore) Henson. She married the late Raymond Lawson. She was a Homemaker. Jestine is survived by one daughter: Shirley Braden of Ripley, TN and one son: Melvin Lawson of Halls, TN; She also has four Grandchildren, fifteen Great Grandchildren, and five Great-Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by her sons Richard Lawson, Jackie Lawson, two brothers and one sister. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 29 at 2:00pm in the Chapel of Halls Funeral Home. 109 N. Church St. Halls, TN 38040 . .
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Billy Dale Webb Sr.
October 09, 1938 – August 25, 2015
Billy Dale Webb, Sr., age 76, of Ripley died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at Methodist University Hospital of Memphis, TN. Dale was born October 9, 1938 in Lauderdale Co., . He is the son of the late Ottie and the late Kathleen (Goodwin) Webb. He married Bonnie Mae Reed. He was a farmer. He is survived by his wife: Bonnie Mae(Reed) Webb , one daughter: Janis Latham of Ripley, TN and two sons: Billy Dale Webb Jr. of Ripley, TN, Steve Webb of Ripley, TN; Brother of one sister: Kaye Steelman of Ripley, TN; Predeceased by his son, Kenneth Webb. Dale also leaves 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Thursday, August 27 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Donnie Reed officiating. Burial will be in Grace Cemetery, Ripley on Thursday, August 27 . Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 26 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Grace Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 26. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 27. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Chuck Walden
October 04, 1955 – August 25, 2015
Chuck Walden, 59, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at his residence.
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Ira C. Powers, Jr.
February 04, 1927 – August 25, 2015
Ira C. Powers, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at his residence in Dyersburg, TN.
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Carole Ozment Whitnel
January 24, 1954 – August 25, 2015
Carole Ozment Whitnel, 61, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at her residence. Born January 24, 1954 to the late William F. and Marilynn Lanier Ozment, she was a homemaker and a member of First United Methodist Church. Carole was the former bookkeeper with Tennessee Tractor, Ag Center and Ozment Implement. Graveside services for Mrs. Whitnel will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2015 at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Reverend Robert Craig and Reverend Dell King. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Danny Echols, Brad Glass, Danny Marberry, Gary McBride, Shawn Todd and Chris Wilson. The Whitnel family will receive friends Friday, August 28th beginning at 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband, Charlie Whitnel; 2 daughters, Lara Burkhart and husband, Chad of Corpus Christi, TX, Mary Whitnel of Murfreesboro; her son, Price Whitnel of Martin ; her brother Billy Ozment and wife Karen, of Dyersburg; 2 step-daughters, Jane Carolyn Whitnel McNamara and husband Ian of Franklin, Rebecca Whitnel of Memphis; 3 grandchildren, Austin, Taylor and Elizabeth Burkhart and 3 step-grandchildren, Robert Wight, Kayla Holder and Colin McNamara. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Clay Moore and her sister, Jane Ozment. The family requests memorials be directed Boy Scouts, West Tennessee Area Council, Davy Crockett Region, 1995 Hollywood Drive, Jackson, TN 38305 or First United Methodist Church, Family Life Center or Children's Ministries, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Friday, August 28th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Friday, August 28th, 2015 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Friday, August 28th, 2015 01:00 pm Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024
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William Paul "Ajax" Enochs
January 15, 1989 – August 22, 2015
William Paul "Ajax" Enochs, 26, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Kenneth Lee Pittman
August 21, 1966 – August 20, 2015
Kenneth Lee Pittman, age 48, of Ripley died Thursday, August 20, 2015 at his home in Ripley. was born August 21, 1966 in Lauderdale Co., TN. He is the son of the late Calvin Eugene and the late Barbara Ann (Savley) Pittman. He was a farmer. He is survived by one daughter: Haylee Pittman of Ripley, TN; Brother of two sisters: Darla Pittman of Ripley, TN, Tina Dillingham of Jackson, TN and one brother: Clay Pittman of Ripley, TN; Lee also leaves a unborn grandchild due March 5,2016. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Monday, August 24 at Lightfoot Cem., Jack Caldwell Rd., Ripley, TN. Calling hours will be Monday, August 24 from 8:00am until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Light Foot Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 24. 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service AUG 24. 10:00 AM (CT) Light Foot Cemetery Ripley, TN
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Terry Lawrence Quick
July 07, 1956 – August 19, 2015
Terry Lawrence Quick, age 59, of Ripley died Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center of Dyersburg, TN. Terry was born July 6, 1956 in Fort Smith, AR. He is the son of the late James L. and the late Nell Ann (Thornburg) Quick. He married Linda Fay Rose. Terry was a dump truck driver. He is survived by his wife: Linda Fay (Rose) Quick and one daughter: Tracy Quick Roseman of Naples, FL; Brother of one sister: Cheryl Taylor of Ripley, TN and one brother: Tim Quick of Ripley, TN. Memorials may be made to the Leadership of the Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce or to the donor's choice Services will be announced by the family at a later date.
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Huey Prater
May 29, 1938 – August 19, 2015
Huey Dalton Prater, age 77, of Ripley died Wednesday, August 19, 2015 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Huey was born May 29, 1938 in Crockett Co., TN. He is the son of the late William Edgar and the late Virginia (Gray) Prater. He married Glenda Frances Bratcher. He was a farmer. Huey is survived by his wife: Glenda Frances(Bratcher) Prater , three daughters: Sherry Lynn Reddick of Ripley, TN, Brenda Sue Kelly, Cathy Johnson and one son: Ronnie Prater of Ripley, TN; Brother of four sisters: Cathryn Bradshaw of MS, Linda Kay Spencer of Ripley, TN, Helen Ann Sanders of Ripley, TN, Marie Mayfield of Trezvant and six brothers: Earl Prater of Moscow, TN, Larry Joe Prater of Covington, TN, Eddie Harold Prater of Ripley, TN, Jerry Wayne Prater of Ripley, TN, Johnny Prater of Halls, TN, Tommy Prater of Ripley, TN. Huey is also survived by 13 Grandchildren and 9 Great-Grandchildren. Predeceased by his son, Bobby Joe Prater, son, Micheal Dalton Prater, daughter, Deborah Ann Redfern, brother, William Harvey Prater, brother, Travis Wayne Prater, brother, Richard Michael Prater, brother, James Haskill Prater, sister, Virginia Louise Richardson. The Graveside Service will be held 2:00 pm on Monday, August 24 at Prater Family Cemetery Ripley, TN with Bro. Rocky Gilliam officiating. Calling hours will be Monday, August 24 starting at 12:00 noon at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Prater Family Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Calling Hours AUG 24. 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Merle C. Carter
May 31, 1932 – August 18, 2015
Merle C. Carter, 83, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
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Mary Lorene Seratt
January 01, 1927 – August 17, 2015
Mary Lorene Seratt, age 88, of Halls died Monday, August 17, 2015 at home . Lorene was born January 4, 1927 in Lauderdale Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late C.W. and the late Callie (Allmon) Hogue. She married the late Raymond C. Seratt. She was a homemaker. She is survived by four daughters: Carol ( Russ ) Seratt Altizer of Palm Bay, FL, Cathy ( John ) Seratt Fishburn of Paddock, WI, Debora ( Kenneth ) Seratt Boyce of Anniston, Barbara Seratt Bennett of Chicago, IL; Sister of one sister: Dot Spiller of Halls, TN and two brothers: Paul "Peck" Hogue of Halls, TN, Donald Hogue of Halls, TN; Lorene also leaves 9 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Predeceased by her sister, Edith White, brother, Waymon Hogue, brother, Robert Hogue, brother, Leon Hogue. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Friday, August 21 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Brian Isbell / Paul Hogue officiating. Burial will be in Ripley Memorial Gardens, Ripley ,TN. Calling hours will be Thursday, August 20 from 5-8 pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Ripley Memorial Gardens Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 20. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 21. 12:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Thomas Presley Barnes
July 27, 1941 – August 17, 2015
Thomas Presley Barnes, 74, of Ridgely, passed away on Monday, August 17, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Anthony Quinn Clark
March 16, 1955 – August 16, 2015
Anthony Quinn Clark, 60, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2015 at Baptist Hospital East in Memphis.
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States Viar
January 25, 1925 – August 13, 2015
States Viar passed away on Thursday, August,13th in California. Anyone old enough to remember him would have known him as "Tater" Viar. Born and raised in Lenox, he answered our country's call during World War II and joined the Army Air Corps. He flew as a ball turret gunner in B-24 Liberators, flying out of Africa and southern Italy. States and his crew survived bombing raids over such dangerous targets as the Ploesti, Romania, oil fields. States was married to the late Billie Joyce Dunn of Dyersburg. They were the parents of three daughters, Lynn, Patricia and Lisa as well as three sons, Richard, Craig and Jeffrey. States also leaves behind six grand-children, and four great grandchildren. States was a graduate of the University of Tennessee at Knoxville where he lettered in baseball. Predeceasing States were sister Marjorie Viar Craft and brothers Walt, Sam and Bobby Joe. Survivors include his sister Sally Viar Thompson and brothers Paul and John. States' ashes will be interred at Fairview Cemetery in a private ceremony on October 9, 2015. Viewing Friday, October 9th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024
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Cecil Edward Gooch
May 08, 1938 – August 12, 2015
Cecil Edward Gooch, 77, of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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Mary Maxine Glass Crabtree
April 18, 1926 – August 12, 2015
Mary Maxine Glass Crabtree, 89, of Gardnerville, NV., formerly of Tiptonville, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at Carson Valley Medical Center in Gardnerville, NV.
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Eva Laverne Holland
November 15, 1927 – August 11, 2015
Eva "Laverne" Holland, age 87, of Friendship died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Bells Nursing Home And Rehab of Bells,TN. Eva was born November 15, 1927 in Tupelo, MS. She is the daughter of the late Murphy Greene and the late Eva Greene Bobo. Laverne was the widow of the late Cleo Holland. She was employed as a school bus driver. She is survived by five grandchildren: Trisha Gatlin of Las Vegas, NV, Jennifer Holland of Halls, TN, Tony (Ashley) Holland of Bells, TN, Tim (Trina) Holland Jr. of Frog Jump, TN; Danny Gatlin of Ripley, TN; Daughter In Law, Elaine Holland and 11 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her son, Tony Cleo Holland Sr., sister, Margie Knox McConnell. Services will be held 11am Friday August 14,2015 at Friendship Baptist Church, Friendship,TN. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Friendship,TN Cemetery Details Friendship Cemetery Friendship, TN 38034 Previous Events Visitation AUG 13. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 14. 11:00 AM (CT) Friendship Baptist Church Friendship, TN
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Harold Fulcher
July 17, 1942 – August 11, 2015
Harold Fulcher, 73, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Willie Mae Shelton
February 16, 1928 – August 11, 2015
Willie Mae Shelton, 87 , of Camden, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, died Tuesday August 11, 2015 at Camden Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She was born February 16, 1928 to the late Charlie and Zona Lee Heathcott Hall. She was a member of the Fort Hudson Baptist Church and an avid Southern Gospel Music fan. One of Willie Mae's greatest pleasures was the time she spent in her kitchen cooking. Funeral services for Mrs. Shelton will be graveside at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 2015, at Dyer County Memorial Gardens conducted by Brother Jeremy Shelton. Interment will follow in Dyer County Memorial Gardens. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her daughters, Marilyn King and Faye Shelton of Camden, TN; three sons: Harris Shelton of Camden, TN, Donald Shelton of Newbern, TN and Johnny Shelton of Dyersburg, TN; one sister: Helen Putman of Dyersburg, TN; seven grandchildren; and, thirteen great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Zona Lee and Charlie Hall, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Shelton; five sisters: Ethel Pierce, Rita Hall, Josephine Shelton, Bertha Hunt, and Rachel Hawks; and four brothers: Charles Hall, Cecil Hall, Clifford Hall and Joe Hall. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Thursday, August 13th, 2015 03:00 pm Dyer County Memorial Gardens , Dyersburg TN 38024
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A. T. "Buck" Garner
January 29, 1923 – August 11, 2015
A.T. "Buck" Garner, 92, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. He was born January 29, 1923 to the late Cager and Ottie Edna Garner. He was a retired certified public accountant. Mr. Garner was a member of the First Baptist Church since 1951 where he taught Jr Boys (11-12 year olds) for 35 years, was a deacon, treasurer for 39 years, trustee and sang with the Men's Chorale. He was a former member of the Dyersburg Jaycees, Kiwanis Club, 32 degree Mason Lodge and a volunteer Red Coat at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center for 16 years. Funeral services for Mr. Garner will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Mike Hickman. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Kent Ford, Brian Klinkhammer, Chuck Moore, Jimmy Bailey, Jeff Thomas, Rusty Jackson, Greg Ford, Jeff Ford, Eric Klinkhammer and Quinton Thurmond. The family will receive friends Friday, August 14th beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Tyner of Collierville; two sons, James Allen Garner and Steve Garner, both of Dyersburg; 5 sisters, Linnie Johnson of Henderson, Lynn Morrow (Thomas) of Smithville, MS, Earline Burns of Steele, MO, Judy Barnes (Rick) of Hattiesburg, MS, Janice Maravelias (Mike) of Fort Worth, TX, 4 brothers, J.W. Garner (Audrey) of Memphis, Ray Garner of Sturgis, MS, Bill Garner (Peggy) of Mount Olive, AL, Ruel Garner (Myra) of Keller, TX, 3 grandchildren, Jason Glen Tyner, Lindsey Nicole Tyner and Colby Mitchell Tyner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Sue W. Garner (2002), 4 sisters, Bonnie Hurst, Nell Smith, Martha Shappley and Jo Ellen Biddle. The family requests memorials be directed to the First Baptist Church Building Fund, 220 W. Masonic, Dyersburg, TN 38024, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38105 or the charity of donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Friday, August 14th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Friday, August 14th, 2015 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Friday, August 14th, 2015 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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John Wayne Dillahay
July 31, 1942 – August 10, 2015
John Wayne Dillahay, age 73, of Dyersburg died Monday, August 10, 2015 at his home. John Wayne was born July 31, 1942 in Dyer Co., TN. He is the son of the late John Hillard and the late Margie Lee Fincher. He was a factory employee serving in the maintenance and quality control departments. Later in life he found much joy as a substitute teacher. He is survived by his wife: Marie Bradford Dillahay, two daughters: Michelle (Rick) Long of Dyersburg, TN, Hope (Jimmy) Clendenin of Halls, TN and two sons: Dwayne (Dee) Dillahay of Evansville, IN, Neal (Suzy) Dillahay of Newbern, TN; Brother of one sister: Tina Fowlkes of Dyersburg, TN and three brothers: Ronnie Ozment of SC, David Ozment of Newbern, TN, Larry Ozment of Dyersburg, TN; He also has two grandchildren, three great- grandchildren. step daughter, Dana Meyers of Denver, CO; step daughter, Amanda Woods of Corpus Christi, TX; step daughter, Misty Zaricor of Tulsa, OK; step son, Timothy Zaricor of Sand Springs, OK; granddaughter, Heidi Caldwell; grandson, Colin Clendenin; great granddaughter, Madison Caldwell; great granddaughter, Mackenzie Caldwell; great grandson, Joseph Levi Clendenin. The funeral will be held 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 13 at Beech Grove Baptist Church, 4216 Bruceville Slab Rd., Dyersburg, TN with Bro. Jerrell Dawson And Bro. Don Layman officiating. Burial will be in Palestine Cemetery, Dyersburg on Thursday, August 13 at 1:00 pm. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 12 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN. Cemetery Details Palestine Cemetery Palestine Cemetery RD. Previous Events Visitation AUG 12. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service AUG 13. 1:00 PM (CT) Beech Grove Baptist Church Dyersburg, TN
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Christine Braden Meeks
December 09, 1918 – August 10, 2015
Christine Braden Meeks passed from this life on Monday August 10, 2015 at 1:05 pm. at the age o f 96 yrs., 8 months and 1 day. Born on December 9, 1918 in Crockett Co., TN. to Mary Lucy and James Preston Braden. She attended the Antioch Church of Christ faithfully for many,many years. She was an avid gardener, growing and selling, nationwide, over 1600 varieties of Iris and Daylillies. The mention of her name to many people brings back memories of rows and rows of beautiful Irises. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Meeks and her only child, Danny Meeks in 1978. She was also preceded in death by a sister; Crystal Nichols and two brothers: Guy Braden and James Braden. She is survived by three grandchildren: Jimmy (Mary Nola) Meeks of Halls, TN, David (Melissa) Meeks of Halls, TN and John Meeks of Halls, TN. Mrs. Christine also leaves four great grandchildren and four great- great grandchildren. She also leaves her beloved daughter in law, friend, and caregiver, Linda Mitchell. Funeral services will be held at the Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St. Halls,TN at 10am. on Wednesday August 12, 2015 Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery, near Halls, TN. . . Cemetery Details Antioch Cemetery Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 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 AUG 12. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 09, 1921 – August 09, 2015
Mamie Lee Crider, 94, of Sarasota, FL., formerly of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Hawthorne Village in Sarasota, FL.
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Harold H. Whittle
October 25, 1927 – August 09, 2015
Harold H. Whittle, 87, of Dyersburg, TN died Sunday, August 09, 2015 at The Highlands of Dyersburg. Born October 25, 1927 to Siva and Cole Whittle, he was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. Mr. Whittle retired in 2007 as front end alignment specialist at Tucker Tire and Oil Company. He began his employment there in 1957. He was an avid golfer and loved his beloved baseball games. Funeral services for Mr. Whittle will be at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2015, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home with Reverend Lynn King officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Tommy Lewis, Danny Joe Whittle, Jason Vaughn, Roy Childress, Gary Whittle, David Whittle. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Kee, Keith Tucker, Ewell Tucker, Jr., Ewell Tucker, Sr. and Larry Voss. The Whittle family will receive friends Tuesday, August 11th beginning at 11:00 am until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by a daughter, Julie A. Whittle of Cordova. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Betty Jo Whittle; 4 sisters, Lois Irvin, Leona Council, Naomi Whittle, Verna Hinson; and 3 brothers, Clyde Whittle, Homer Whittle and Walter Whittle. The family requests memorials be directed to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 825 Hillcrest, Dyersburg, TN 38024; Crossroads Baptist Church, PO Box 242, Eads, TN 38028 or to the donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Tuesday, August 11th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Rachel Watson
February 19, 1914 – August 09, 2015
Rachel Thurmond Watson, 101, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, August 9, 2015 at Dyersburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation. She was born February 19, 1914 to the late Richard and Hattie Sykes Thurmond. She was a member of Phillips Street Church of Christ and was an avid gardener. Mrs. Watson was retired from Sylvania. Funeral services for Mrs. Watson will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 2015, in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Mr. Andy Brewer and Mr. Parks Thurmon. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Craig Barron, Brodie Cupples, Patrick Cupples, Rod Enoch, Doug Medlin and Edgar Schults. The family will receive friends Thursday, August 13th beginning at 11:00 am until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by her daughter, Jean Williams of Dyersburg; 2 grandsons, Michael Hailey (Mary), Jason Williams (Cindy); 2 great-grandchildren, Amanda Turner (Dale), Jeffrey Hailey; and 3 great-great-grandsons, Jack, Wilson and Sam Turner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Watson; 1 daughter, Wilma Sue Watson; great-great-great grandson, Caleb Hailey; 8 sisters, Aline Cohoon, Velma Underwood, Mary Thurmond, Lula Neal, Lela Thurmond, Liddie B. Keeling, Willo Mae Wright, Nora Thurmond; and 5 brothers, Ferd Thurmond, L.R. Thurmond, Steve Thurmond, Gene Thurmond and Otho Thurmond. The family requests memorials be directed to Phillips Street Church of Christ, 912 Phillips Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other , TN Visitation Thursday, August 13th, 2015 11:00 am - 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Thursday, August 13th, 2015 01:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Rodger Dale White
November 07, 1957 – August 07, 2015
Rodger Dale White, age 57, of Ripley died Friday, August 7, 2015 at Lauderdale Co. Community Living Center of Ripley, TN. Rodger was born November 7, 1957 in Ripley, TN. He is the son of Charles Edward and the late Willie Ruth (Dennison) White. He was employed as a fork lift operator. He is survived by ; his father Charles Edward White; Brother of three sisters: Lucille Haislip of Lawrence, MI, Trisha Lendermon of Henning, TN, Margaret Braden of Ripley, TN and two brothers: James White of Ripley, TN, Melvin White of Ripley, TN; The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Monday, August 10 grave side at Mt. Pleasant cemetery , Hwy. 19 W., Ripley, TN with Bro. Danny Hutcherson officiating. Calling hours will be Sunday, August 9 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Ripley, TN Previous Events Visitation AUG 9. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service AUG 10. 10:00 AM (CT) Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Ripley, TN
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Robert Earl Duke
July 01, 1957 – August 06, 2015
Robert Earl Duke, 58, of Union City, formerly of Ridgely, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
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Jerry T. Gibson
September 10, 1936 – August 06, 2015
Jerry T. Gibson, 78, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, August 6, 2015 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. He was born September 10, 1936 to the late Jim and Lurlene Lowery Gibson. He was in the National Guard for 6 years and was retired from Bradshaw and Company Insurors. Funeral services for Mr. Gibson will be at 12 Noon Saturday, August 8, 2015, Graveside at Fairview Cemetery conducted by Mr. Parks Thurmon. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Charles Kelly, Keith Perry, Jeff Brewer, Jerry Roberts, Larry Gibson and Rufus Noble. The family will receive friends Saturday beginning at 10:00 - 11:45 am at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Gibson; 2 daughters, Karen Gibson Noble (Rufus) of Dyersburg, Dina Gibson Jackson (Jeff) of Memphis; 1 sister, Wanda Brewer (Billy) of Dyersburg; 1 brother, Larry Gibson (Jane) of Dyersburg; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Gray Gibson. The family requests memorials be directed Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Saturday, August 8th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Saturday, August 8th, 2015 10:00 am - 11:45 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Graveside Service Saturday, August 8th, 2015 12:00 pm Fairview Cemetery Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Jerry Moody
June 27, 1950 – August 06, 2015
Jerry Moody, 65, of Big Sandy, formerly of Finley, died Thursday, August 06, 2015 at Henry County Medical Center. He was born June 27, 1950 to the late Billy A. "Midge" and Nell Owsley Moody, Jr. He was a retired carpenter. Funeral services for Mr. Moody will be at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 9, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Brother Mac Daniels. Interment will be private. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends Sunday, August 9th beginning at 12 noon until service time at the funeral home. He is survived by his wife, Janie Moody; his son, Stacy Moody (Michelle) of Dyersburg; 2 sisters, Marilyn Moody Reed and Beverly Moody Dietrich, both of Dyersburg; 1 brother, Jason Moody of Jackson; 2 step-sons, Tony Hughes (Cindy) of Hornbeak and Richard Hughes (Nikki) of Big Sandy; and 6 grandchildren, Levi Moody, Terrance Lyons, Tedrick Fisher, Kellon Johnson, Riley Hughes and Ellie Hughes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-son, Bratt Hughes. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, P. O. Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other , TN Visitation Sunday, August 9th, 2015 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Sunday, August 9th, 2015 02:00 pm Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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James Giley Lutrell
July 30, 1930 – August 05, 2015
James Giley Lutrell, 85, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
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Billie G. Stafford
July 17, 1931 – August 04, 2015
Billie G. Stafford, 84, of Dyersburg, died Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. Born July 17, 1931 to the late Wilmer and Lottie Godwin Stafford, he was a USDA Plant Protection and Quarantine Specialist and the manager of Calcutt Farms for 55 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Seller's Sunday School class and the Men's Choir. He was a charter member of Dyersburg Breakfast Rotary Club where he served as Treasurer and was named a Paul Harris Fellow. He was a red coat volunteer at the hospital, board member of Dyer County Literacy Program, a past-president of the Dyer County Fair Association, a past president of the UT Alumni Association and an Air Force veteran. Funeral services for Mr. Stafford will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 6, 2015 at the First United Methodist Church conducted by Reverend Dell King and Reverend Ed White. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Mark Hayes, Jim Houston, Joey Pritchett, Tony Deere, Gerald Brandon and Harvey Calcutt. Honorary pallbearers will be member of his coffee and lunch groups, Dusty Smith, Dr. Bobby Cook, Jimmy McDivitt, Frank Agee, Kyle Reynolds, Danny Fowlkes, Sam Woodbury and Harry Houston. The family will receive friends Thursday morning from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the church. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janice Stafford; one daughter, Janie Stafford of Dyersburg; two sons, Bubba Stafford of Dyersburg, Tommy Stafford (Yvette) of Roseland, VA; one siser, Kathy Gifford of Dyersburg; and three grandchildren, Lauren Parker of Dyersburg and Adam and Peyton Stafford of Roseland, VA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Helen Jones and Virginia Baker. The family requests memorials be directed First United Methodist Church Choir Fund, PO Box 452, Dyersburg, TN 38025-0452. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Thursday, August 6th, 2015 09:00 am - 11:00 am First United Methodist Church Sanctuary 100 McGaughey St, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Memory Patton Crain
July 04, 1942 – August 03, 2015
Memory Patton Crain, age 73, of Ripley passed away Monday, August 3, 2015 at Lauderdale Community Hospital of Ripley, TN. Memory was born July 4, 1942 in Halls, TN. She is the daughter of the late James Rufus and the late Faye (Hunter) Patton. She was married to Jerry Lynn Crain for 53 years. Her chosen profession was as a beautician. For the past 20 years she served her community as the administrator for the Lauderdale County Election Commission. She is survived by her husband Jerry Lynn Crain. She is also survived by her son David Crain of Ripley, TN. Memory is survived by her sister; Mona Faye Jacobs of Halls, TN and two brothers: Lynn Patton and Jimmy Patton both of Halls, TN; She also leaves two granddaughters: Shelley (Bryson) Ray and Megan (Houston) Davis all of Ripley, TN along with great granddaughters: Briley Ray and Brynlee Ray. Memory was preceded in death by two sisters: Betty Jo Noonan and Patsy Thurmond, and two brothers: Gene Patton and Don Patton. The funeral will be held at 3:00 pm on Thursday, August 6 at Mary's Chapel Baptist Church, 279 Mary's Chapel Rd., Ripley, TN with Bro. Doug Clinton officiating. Burial will be in Mary's Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, August 5 from 5-8pm at Mary's Chapel Baptist Church. . Cemetery Details Mary's Chapel Cemetery 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063 Previous Events Calling Hours AUG 5. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Mary's Chapel Baptist Church 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063 Service AUG 6 (CT) Mary's Chapel Baptist Church 279 Mary's Chapel Rd. Ripley, TN 38063
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