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March 07, 1944 – April 30, 2015
Ellis Wayne Bane, 71, of Finley, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Delta Medical Center in Memphis.
He was a former employee for the City of Newbern and attended Cornerstone Church of God. He enjoyed reading and watching westerns.
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May 18, 1959 – April 30, 2015
Thomas "Tommy" Scott Corum, 55, of Tiptonville, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at his residence.
He was the fire chief for the City of Tiptonville and attended the Tiptonville Church of Christ.
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May 24, 1925 – April 30, 2015
George Boyd Fisher, 89, of Friendship, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at Alamo Nursing and Rehab.
He was the retired owner of George's Meat Market. George was a life member of the National Rifle Association and was a member of The Church of Christ.
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September 02, 1942 – April 28, 2015
Eva Jean Mathis, age 72, of Camden died Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at Vanderbilt Medical Center of Nashville, TN. Eva was born September 2, 1942 in Lauderdale Co. , TN. She is the daughter of the late Ben and the late Thelma Louise (Bridges) Henson. She married Jerry Wayne Mathis. She was employed as a waitress. She is survived by her husband: Jerry Wayne Mathis two sons: Randal Sadler of IN, Terry Sadler of KY; Sister of three sisters: Mary Jones of Lake In The Hills, IL, Charlotte Bellington of Sterling, IL, Brenda Henson of Sterling, IL and three brothers: Ben Henson, Jr. of Rock Falls, IL, Billy Henson of Rock Falls, IL, Michael Henson of Chicago, IL; She also has two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her Son, Ronald Sadler, Son, Jeffrey Thomas, Brother, Randy Henson, Brother, Jerry Neel Henson, Sister, Dorothy Piro, Sister, Martha Harris, and a Grandchild. A graveside service will be held at 2pm on May 2, 2015 at Dry Hill Cemetery, Dry Hill Rd., Halls, TN with Bro. Tracy Henson officiating. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, May 2 from 12:00pm until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. . Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation MAY 2. 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Grave side service MAY 2. 2:00 PM (CT) Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN
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December 14, 1936 – April 26, 2015
Frances Ilene Flatt, 78, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
She was a retired school teacher for the Dyer County School System and was a member of Parr Avenue Church of Christ.
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August 05, 1923 – April 23, 2015
Betty Sue Putman, 91, of Dyersburg, died Thursday, April 23, 2015 at her residence. She was born August 5, 1923 to the late John Thomas and Lillie Gertrude Hester Canada, Sr. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Sellers Sunday School class, Salt & Pepper Senior group and the Senior Circle. She was a homemaker. Funeral services for Mrs. Putman will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 25, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Dr. Aubrey Hay, Dr. David Russell and Reverend Dell King. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Jim Bane, Lowell Beck, James Cooper, Jere Ozment, John Palmer, Bill Revell, George Robertson, John Talley, Jack Todd and Raney Webb. The family will receive friends Saturday morning beginning at 10:00 am until service time at the funeral home. She is survived by her two daughters, Joyce Putman Tuller of Munford, Marjorie P. Kiwala of Dyersburg; 3 grandchildren, Tim Robertson, Jeri Lynn Taylor, Jennifer Hayes, 5 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, William Thomas Putman; her sister, Loraine Canada; and two brothers, John T. Canada, Jr. and Harold Hester Canada. The family requests memorials be directed First United Methodist Church Discretionary Fund, PO Box 452, Dyersburg,TN 38025-0452. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Other Saturday, April 25th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Saturday, April 25th, 2015 10:00 am - 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Saturday, April 25th, 2015 11:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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Charles Dahlia Campbell, Sr., 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at his residence.
He was the retired owner of the Dyersburg Nationwide Insurance Company. He was a member, Deacon and Sunday School Teacher at Hillcrest Baptist Church. Charles was a Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow and a member of the College of Life Underwriters.
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April 18, 2015 – April 22, 2015
Samuel Johnson, infant son of Greg and Kristin Johnson, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital.
Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the chapel of Dyersburg Funeral Home with the Rev. Bill Phipps officiating. Burial will be in Dyer County Memorial Gardens.
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February 02, 1929 – April 21, 2015
Olen Fisher, 86, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
He was a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran of the Korean Era and was a retired business owner. He was a former member of the Moose Club and the VFW.
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October 05, 1933 – April 21, 2015
Amaryllis McDaniel Hooper, 81, of Newbern, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Dyersburg Manor Nursing Center.
She was the retired co-owner of Anna-Marie Youthland. Amaryllis was a member of Mt. Tirzah Baptist Church.
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June 17, 1946 – April 21, 2015
Sammie Dale James, 68, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was a retired truck driver for Averitt Express and was a U.S. Army Veteran.
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September 08, 1939 – April 20, 2015
Billy Reed Young, 75, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired truck driver for Joe Baker Oil Company, where he worked for 40 years and was a member of the Junction Church of God. Billy was a member of the National Rifle Association and was an avid deer hunter. He was a U.S. Army Veteran.
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November 28, 1953 – April 17, 2015
Vickie Niehaus Ketchum, 61, of Dyersburg, died Friday, April 17, 2015 at her residence. Born November 28, 1953 in Burlington, Iowa, she was the manager of Acred Shoe Store for 39 years. Vickie was a member of Church Grove Baptist Church and a 1972 graduate of Dyersburg High School. Funeral services will be at Monday, April 20, 2015 at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Travis Reasons, John Branscum, Corey Jeffries, Branden Garcia, Mike Nicks and Jamie Wilson. Visitation will be Sunday, April 19th from 5-7 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her son, Matt Ketchum (Daphne) of Dyersburg; her father, Warren "Grandpa" Niehaus of Dyersburg; 2 sisters, Laura Alm of Michigan, Julie Vaupel (Keith) of Galesburg, IL; 3 grandchildren, Preston Ketchum, Lexie Ketchum, Stella Ketchum and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Millie Niehaus and her sister, Pat Merritt. The family requests memorials be directed to the Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Sunday, April 19th, 2015 05:00 pm - 07:00 am Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Monday, April 20th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Monday, April 20th, 2015 11:00 am Chapel of Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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January 25, 1923 – April 16, 2015
Margaret Lucille Long Barnes, 92, of Ridgely, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at her residence.
She was a homemaker and a member of Ridgely First Baptist Church. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She opened her home to a sister, nieces, nephews and her grandchildren. Lucille was known for her beautiful smile.
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Read full obituary → October 02, 1932 – April 15, 2015
Nettie Jo Barbee Shell was born October 2, 1932 passed on to heaven April 15, 2015.
The only child of Carl and Lillie Barbee, Nettie Jo was from and lived in Ridgely, TN for 81 years. Nettie was married to the late Isaac Shell, Jr. for 60 years.
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April 08, 1929 – April 14, 2015
Ouida Gooch Belton, age 86, of Halls, Tennessee passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2015. She was born on April 8, 1929 to the late Sidney and Kathleen Gooch. She graduated as class salutatorian from Halls High School and started working for the Ford Dealership in Halls. After relocating to Memphis, she continued to work for the Ford Company and on November 1, 1953 she married Jackie A. Belton, of Halls, Tennessee. In 1977, Ouida graduated from Memphis State University, Magna Cum Laude, with a Bachelor of Business Degree and was hired by the Holiday Inn Corporation where she held various positions of responsibility until her retirement. Ouida loved God and was faithful to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She loved the church and was dedicated to service. She taught Sunday School to various age groups from babies to adults and served as the church Sunday School director, as well as, the church Women's Missionary Union director. Ouida, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, is survived by her husband of 61 years, Jackie Belton; her daughters, Catherine Ann Belton of Halls, TN, Sondra Wright (Larry) of Memphis, TN, and Amy Winn (Mike) of Bryant, AR; her siblings, Sonny Gooch (Lou) of Germantown, TN, Douglas Gooch of Ripley, TN, and Joe Gooch (Jeannie) of Collierville, TN; her grandchildren, Will Wright (Megan), Emily Cavallo (Mike), Sarah Robinson (Jake), Amanda Ward (Daren), Allison Maxwell (Jake), Mark Winn and John Winn; her great grandchildren, Hannah Ward, Caroline Ward, Caleb Cavallo, and Holt Robinson; and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church Street, Halls, TN on Saturday, April 18, at 2 p.m. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gates Baptist Church, 85 West Wardlow Street, Gates, TN, 38037. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation APR 17. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service APR 18. 2:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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March 07, 1949 – April 14, 2015
Dianne Norris Donner, 66, of the RoEllen Community, died Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at her residence. She was born March 7, 1949 to the late George Bitner "Sonny" and Emma Jean Ashley Norris. She was a member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church where she taught Sunday School for many years; former board member of the McIver's Grant Public Library and Girl Scout Leader. Her ministry included baking, knitting and sewing to benefit numerous charities that were near and dear to her heart. Dianne was inducted into the Mid South Horse Association Hall of Fame. She raised and exhibited many Tennessee Walking Horses including a World Grand Champion. Funeral services for Mrs. Donner will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2015 at St. Mary's Episcopal Church conducted by Reverend Gary Meade and Reverend Kim Kulow. Pallbearer will be Paul Yarbro. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends Friday, April 17th beginning at 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at McIver's Grant Public Library. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Richard Donner; two daughters, Mary Anna Pritchett (Heath), Cheraton Dykes (Dale), both of Dyersburg; one sister, Janice Norris McCain (Larry) of Tiptonville; two brothers, Ashley E. Norris of New Iberia, LA, George E. Norris of Tiptonville; six grandchildren, Logan, JR, Grant Dykes and Ellie, Emma Claire and Joe Wheeler Pritchett, all of Dyersburg; her mother-in-law Martha Donner Borthwick of Osprey, FL.; two sister-in-laws, Suzanne Donner of Franklin and Betsy Bloch (John) of Mora, NM and several nieces and nephews. The family requests memorials be directed to McIver's Grant Public Library, 410 W. Court Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024, Community Cancer Fund, PO Box 1055, Dyersburg, TN 38025-1055, or St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 108 N.King Avenue, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, April 17th, 2015 10:00 am - 01:00 pm McIver's Grant Public Library , Dyersburg TN 38024 Memorial Service Friday, April 17th, 2015 02:00 pm St. Mary's Episcopal Church 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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August 06, 1946 – April 12, 2015
Lester V Frame, age 68, of Halls died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Jackson General Hospital of Jackson, TN. Lester was born August 6, 1946 in , AR. He is the son of the late Lester and the late Leona (Sanderson) Frame. He retired from the Army. He is survived by one daughter: Christina Frame of LA and two sons: Benjamin Frame of OK, Nathaniel Frame of OK; Brother of two sisters: Ada Vivian of AR, Gene Vivian of AR and two brothers: James Frame of Halls, TN, Gary Frame of AR; The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, April 18 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Burial will be in Dry Hill Cemetery, Halls on Saturday, April 18. Calling hours will be Saturday, April 18 from 9am. until service time at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Dry Hill Cemetery Dry Hill RD east Halls, TN Previous Events Visitation APR 18. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service APR 18. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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July 14, 1949 – April 12, 2015
Teresa Glass, 65, of Dyersburg, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at her residence. She was born July 14, 1949 to English Elmore and Lillie Mae Frizzell O'Banion. She was retired in loan operations at First Citizens National Bank and a member of First Christian Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Glass will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at The First Christian Church, conducted by Pastor Brian Grow and Pastor Mike Gardner. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Ron Waterman, Cliff Sweat, Tom Palmer, Charlie Seaton, Rawlin Fowlkes and Wayne Broadstone. Honorary pallbearers will be Wayne Hicks, Larry Anderson, Lynn Brooks, Cecil Armstrong, David Caldwell and Paul Cook. The family will receive friends Tuesday, April 14th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home and beginning at 11:00 am until service time on Wednesday at the First Christian Church. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Ronnie Glass; 1 daughter, Shannon Lee Herr (Jonathan) of Dickinson, ND; 1 son, Stephen Glass (Michele) of Bluff City, TN; her mother, Lillie Mae Frizzell O'Banion; 4 sisters, Sharon Eason of Jackson, Denise Barrett (Frank) of Laurel, MS, Deedra Hendry (Robbie) of Soso, MS, Tina Ward of Clearwater, FL; 1 brother, English O'Banion, Jr. (Barbara) of Collierville; 3 grandchildren, Megan Herr, John Herr, Clara Glass; and 1 great-grandchild, Adler Thompson. She was preceded in death by her father, English O'Banion, Sr. The family requests memorials be directed to The First Christian Church Building, 1200 Community Park Road, Dyersburg, TN 38024. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Tuesday, April 14th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Wednesday, April 15th, 2015 12:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024 Visitation Wednesday, April 15th, 2015 11:00 am - 01:00 pm First Christian Church 1200 Community Park Rd, Dyersburg TN 38024 Funeral Service Wednesday, April 15th, 2015 01:00 pm First Christian Church 1200 Community Park Rd, Dyersburg TN 38024
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May 08, 1924 – April 10, 2015
Ruth Ann Austin, age 90, of Halls died Friday, April 10, 2015 at home in Gates. Ruth was born May 8, 1924 in Hardeman CO., TN. She is the daughter of the late Roy and the late Levinia (Faulkner) Qualls. She was a Farmer. She is survived by three daughters: Judy Tisdale of Albertsville, IL, Beverly Harris of Gates, TN, Brenda Kail of Elizabethtown, IL and two sons: Thomas Sills of Henderson, TN, Steve Sills of Halls, TN; Sister of one brother: Kenneth Qualls of AZ; Predeceased by her Son, Philip Sills, brother, Gene Qualls, sister, Myrtle Austin, sister, Wilma Stanley. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Monday, April 13 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro. Ron Davis officiating. Burial will be in Brownsville Memorial Gardens, Brownsville on Monday, April 13 at 10:00 am. Calling hours will be Sunday, April 12 from 5pm until 8pm. at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Brownsville Memorial Gardens Previous Events Visitation APR 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 APR 13. 10:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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February 26, 1938 – April 10, 2015
Hester Imogene "Jean" Wright, 77, of Dyersburg, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2015 at Jackson Regional Hospital.
She was a former housekeeper for Parkview Convalescent Unit and attended Calvary Hill Baptist Church.
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October 21, 1942 – April 09, 2015
Willie Franklin "Frank" Burnett, 72, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Caromont Hospital in Gastonia, N.C.
He was the co-owner of Four Seasons Stitching and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. Frank was involved with many community ministries. The generosity and love that he showed to everyone in his community and all over the world will live forever. The true joy of his life was the relationships with his wife, daughter, son-in-law, and his grandchildren, who called him "Daddy Frank". He treasured each special trip and activity that they shared. He graduated with a B.S. in Agriculture from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1964. He was an avid Tennessee Volunteer fan. He was a longtime real estate developer and broker. He was a retired SGT First Class with the Tennessee Army National Guard, where he served for 33 years.
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November 17, 1934 – April 08, 2015
Madie N. Davis, 80, of Dyersburg, died Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center. She was born November 17, 1934 to the late William Grant and Betty Lucilla Biggers Sumners. She was a retired receptionist and a member of Southside Baptist Church. Funeral services for Mrs. Davis will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 11, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Loren Stephens and Dr. Mark Davis. Interment will follow Mt. Zion Cemetery in Steele, MO. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Pallbearers will be Glenn Brown, John Goodwin, Anthony Davis, Jason Reams, Michael Reams and Alex Brown. The family will receive friends Friday, April 10th from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the funeral home. She is survived by her husband Thomas W. Davis; 2 daughters, Kathy Goodwin (John) of Okawville, IL, Karen Brown (Glenn) of Olive Branch, MS; 1 son Keith Darnell of Steele, MO; 4 sisters, Shirley Dodd of Steele, MO, Alice Jacobi and Carolyn Hager of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Ruth Ann Dougherty of Bonsall, CA; 1 brother, Jerry Sumners of Olathe, KS; 4 grandchildren, Jason Reams, Michael Reams, Alex Brown, Lauren VanTine and 6 great-grandchildren, Roman Reams, Evelyn Reams, Joshua Reams, Kale VanTine, Jaxson VanTine and Radley VanTine. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Joe Darnell and 1 brother, Carey Grant Sumners. The family requests memorials be directed Dyersburg Dyer County Humane Society. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Visitation Friday, April 10th, 2015 05:00 pm - 08:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024 Other Saturday, April 11th, 2015 12:00 am Mt. Zion Cemetery 113 Co Rd 548, Steele MO 63877 Funeral Service Saturday, April 11th, 2015 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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October 07, 1975 – April 07, 2015
Brad Williams, age 39, of Ripley died Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at his home in Ripley. Brad was born on October 7, 1975 in Memphis, TN. He was employed by Fullen Dock as a Warehouse Manager. Brad is survived by his son, Justin Kyle Williams of Collierville, TN. He is also survived by his mother, Shirley Sadler Adams of Ripley, TN., and father, Danny Ray (Darlene) Williams of Millington, TN. Brad is survived by a brother, Clint Adams of Ripley, TN., and a loving step father, Rick Adams of Halls, TN. Brad is also survived by his fiance', Candy Curtis and daughter Caitlynn Curtis of Ripley, TN. He also leaves his grandparents, Mrs. Fannie Lee Williams of Ripley, TN. and Dr. Stuart and Mrs. Dotsy Sadler Crichfield of Halls, TN. Brad was preceded in death by his grandfathers: Mr. James C. Williams, and Mr. Gene Sadler. Calling hours will be Friday, April 10 from 5- 8pm at the First United Methodist Church of Ripley, 145 S. Main St., Ripley, TN. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 11 at the First United Methodist Church Of Ripley, 145 S. Main St. Dr. Paul Mullikin and Dennis Sadler will be officiating. Burial will be held in Ripley Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Cemetery Details Ripley Memorial Gardens Ripley, TN
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January 14, 1944 – April 04, 2015
Harry L. Smith, 71, of Dyersburg, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired employee for Sylvania, Republic Builders and Burks Beverage. He was a graduate from Friendship High School. Harry loved his family, lawn mowing and fishing. He also loved country music and NASCAR.
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Martha Janette Fox, 78, of Kenton passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was the owner/operator of Foxy Zazz Boutique in Union City and was a Baptist. Martha was a former employee of the Dyer County Office on Aging and was a Worthy Matron Dyersburg-Newbern Chapter 164 of The Eastern Star, where she was an active and dedicated member for 47 years.
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July 11, 1935 – April 02, 2015
Charles Richard "Dick" Stanfield, Jr., 79, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
He was the former owner and founder of Stanfield's Nursery 50 years ago and was a Presbyterian. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War. He was President of Dyersburg High School Booster Club, founding member of the Dyersburg Bass Club, member of Ducks Unlimited and a member of Dyersburg/Dyer County Chamber of Commerce for 30 years. Dick was a member of Dyersburg Jaycees, former Boy Scout Leader, member of the Moose Lodge and member of the Tennessee Conservation League. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. He graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH in 1961. It was there he met his wife, Nancy.
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July 30, 1919 – April 02, 2015
Thelma Davis Ketchum, 95, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Maple Ridge Assisted Living Center.
She was a retired clerk for Ben Franklin Department Store and the former owner of L.A. Ketchum Grocery Store. Mrs. Thelma was a charter member of Hawthorne Baptist Church.
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Virginia Ann "Miss Jenny" Acker Edwards, retired Director of Christian Education at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church and librarian at Central Elementary School in Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on April 1, 2015.
She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Dr. Gerald Franklin Edwards; two sons, Jerry Mark Edwards and wife, Suzanne Styron Edwards of Dyersburg, Tennessee, and Bentley Franklin Edwards and wife, Shawn Stephens Edwards, of Ridgeland, Mississippi; four grandchildren, Jerry Mark Edwards, Jr. and wife, Sarah Awadalla Edwards, of Alpharetta, Georgia; Amy-Allison Edwards Russ and husband, Richard Weston Russ, Jr., of Jackson, Mississippi; Andrew Bentley Edwards and wife, Kelly Rawlings Edwards, of Madison, Mississippi; Sarah Anne Edwards of Austin, Texas and fiancée, Gary Stephens; five great-grandchildren, Stewart Prather Russ, Henry Weston Russ, Addison Mae Edwards, Elle Rawlings Edwards, and Bentley Claire Edwards; two sisters, Lil Brown, and Margaret Simpson and husband, Chuck Simpson; a sister-in-law, Betty Edwards Leirer; a brother-in-law, Carl Coleman; and many adored nieces, nephews, and cousins.
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Read full obituary → July 11, 1941 – April 01, 2015
Shurldine S. Curtis, 73, of Dyersburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at her residence.
She was a homemaker and a member of Junction Church of God.
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June 19, 1962 – April 01, 2015
Kenny Christian of Dyersburg, TN died April 1, 2015. He was born Dyersburg, TN to Jack and Genelle Christian. He was carpenter who specialized in remodeling houses and installing vinyl siding. He was an accomplished musician who loved to play his guitar whenever he could get family or close friends together. One of his favorite pastimes was to draw the things that he saw surrounding himlandscapes, pets, etc. A private memorial service for Kenny will be at a later date. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He is survived by his father, Jack Christian of Dyersburg, TN; two daughters: Casey Frye of Jackson, TN and Hillary Christian of Nashville, TN; his son: Josh Johnson of Henning, TN; one sister: Jill Headley of Dyersburg, TN; one brother: Jonathan Christian of Memphis, TN; four grandchildren: Kendall Longmire, Kyrstin Merriweather, and Triniti Woods of Jackson, TN; and, Jaxon Jines of Nashville, TN. Along with his wife Carla Christian, he was preceded in death by his mother, Genelle Christian, Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Memorial Service , TN
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September 24, 1946 – March 31, 2015
Jerry Dexter Smith, 68, of Dyersburg, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was a retired carpenter and a former employee of Oldberg Manufacturing and Riggs Supply Company. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ and a former Mason. Jerry was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans and a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association.
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December 22, 2014 – March 29, 2015
Zaylee Grace Torres, age 3 mos. 7 days of Halls died Sunday, March 29, 2015 at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women of Memphis, TN. Zaylee was born December 22, 2014 in Memphis, TN. She is the daughter of Wasmen Tabi and Sharon Kay (Stone) Torres. She is survived by her father Wasmen Tabi Torres and mother Sharon Kay (Stone) Torres. She is also survived by Grand-mother, Peggy Sue Torres; Grand-parents, Sharon and Henry Stevens; Great Grandfather, Leon Nelson. Predeceased by her Great Grandmother Shirley Nelson. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 31, graveside, Floyds Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Ron Scott officiating. Previous Events Grave side service MAR 31. 11:00 AM (CT) Floyd's Chapel Cemetery Friendship, TN
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November 08, 1933 – March 27, 2015
Andrew Lewis Pickens, 81, of Jackson, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2015 at Southern Hills Hospital in Nashville.
He was a retired electrical maintenance engineer and a former instructor for Newbern Vo-Tech. Mr. Pickens served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant and was a member of Gruetli-Laager, TN Baptist Church.
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February 03, 1950 – March 23, 2015
Patricia Ann Pinckley, 65, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2015 at her residence.
She was a retired knitter at Dyersburg Fabrics and was a former cashier for Super D Drug Store.
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March 02, 1942 – March 22, 2015
Larry Gene Parker, 73, of Dyersburg, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired fork lift operator at Ford Motor Company in Chicago Heights, IL., where he worked for 30 years. He was a member of Reelfoot Lake Crappie Club and served in the Army National Guard.
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December 28, 1934 – March 22, 2015
Caroline Henrietta Stephens Klahn, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, resident of Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, died on Sunday, March 22, 2015. Caroline was born in Newbern, TN on December 28, 1934 to the late Ernest P. Taylor and Catherine Morgan Taylor. Caroline was a homemaker for years and later worked for K-Mart and Wal-Mart as a department manager. She was a member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church, was active in the Dyer Baptist Associate and she worked for Easter Seals. Her life revolved around her family who she always put first. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Songer and husband, Joe, of Springville, AL, her son, Mark Stephens and wife, Carolyn, of Dyersburg, TN, her son, Bruce Stephens of Ashville, AL, her daughter, Susan Walden and husband, Danny, of Dyersburg, TN; 10 grandchildren, Chad Stephens, Tara Smith, Diana Songer, Jennifer Chavez, Charles Bruce Stephens, Jonathon Stephens, Zach Walden, Evan Walden, Ian Walden, Elliott Walden; 15 great grandchildren, Molly Stephens, Tyler Stephens, Perri Brooke Hughes, Dylan Hughes, Parker Hughes, Landon Griffin, Peyton Griffin, Audrey Smith, Parker Smith, Alex Chavez, Emma Calderon-Chavez, Cooper Stephens, Tripp Stephens, Addy Walden, Payton Hinson and her sister, Dorothy Strunk of Knoxville, TN. Caroline was preceded in death by her son, David Kent Stephens; husbands, Richard Klahn and J.C. Stephens, Jr.; 2 brothers, Morgan Taylor, J.W. Taylor and her brother-in-Law, Winston Strunk. Memorial funeral services will be at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, March 25, 2015 in the Chapel of Curry Funeral Home conducted by Reverend Ronnie Turner. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family requests memorials be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105; Wounded Warriors, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, Florida 32256; or the Church Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 424, 1060 West Main, Newbern, TN 38059. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Memorial Service Wednesday, March 25th, 2015 01:00 pm Curry Funeral Home 1984 St John Ave, Dyersburg TN 38024
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June 20, 1922 – March 19, 2015
Dorothy Frances Brandon, 92, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
She was a retired machine operator for General Motors in Flint, MI and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church.
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December 26, 1974 – March 19, 2015
Jeffery "Fred" Lewis Burns, 40, of Dyersburg, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
He was a construction worker for Gary Permenter Construction and loved to sing, hunt and fish.
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May 21, 1934 – March 17, 2015
Robert J. Wilson, Athens, GA, passed away March 17, 2015. He was born May 21, 1934 in Dyersburg, TN and moved to Chicago, IL. He graduated from DeVry College with a degree in Design Engineering. He would be known also, in Dyersburg, as Bobby Jo Wilson. He was in sales with Kabar Manufacturing located in New York. He served in the Marines for two years. He had a very creative mind and had several patents on his inventions. Some were used by companies he worked for. He loved flying, owned a Comanche and was a member of the Comanche Society. Graveside services for Mr. Wilson will be Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 11:00 am at Fairview Cemetery in Dyersburg conducted by Dr. David Russell. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include his wife, Beth Wilson; son, Mark Wilson; daughter, Nancy Wilson Holcombe and son-in-law, Terry; sister, Barbara Wilson Marshment; step-sons,Tony and Allen Gamblin and wife, Karen; four grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, George W. Wilson, mother, Georgia Wilson, brother Roger Wilson and sister-in-law Faye Wilson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Saturday, May 16th, 2015 11:00 am Fairview Cemetery 820 Shelby Dr, Dyersburg TN 38024
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September 28, 1943 – March 14, 2015
Johnny Franklin Neil, 71, of Ridgely, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at his residence.
He was a retired farmer and was a member of River of Life Church in Ridgely.
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August 30, 1919 – March 11, 2015
DATE: March 11, 2015 TO: FROM: Halls Funeral Home 109 N. Church St. (731) 836-7111 Halls, TN 38040 RE: Obituary: Mai Frances Woodley Date of Death: March 11, 2015 ____________________________________________________________________________ Mai Frances Woodley, age 95, of Dyersburg died Wednesday, March 11, 2015. Frances was born August 30, 1919 in Dyer Co., TN. She is the daughter of the late Joe and the late Jettie (Woodard) Wallace. She married the late Paul Erskin Woodley. She was a Homemaker. She is survived by one Sister Velma Ownby of Bruceville, TN; Frances is also survived by many nieces and nephews and loving neighbors who cared for her. Predeceased by her sister, Norleen King, brother, Corbin Wallace. The funeral will be held 11:00 am on Friday, March 13 at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN with Bro .Jerrell Dawson officiating. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery. Calling hours will be Thursday, March 12 from 5- 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Visitation MAR 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 MAR 13. 11:00 AM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net
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Linda Faye Smith, 71, of Ridgely, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at Dyersburg Regional Medical Center.
She was a homemaker and a Baptist.
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November 02, 1927 – March 11, 2015
May A. Dill, 87, of Trenton, TN, formerly of Dyersburg, died March 11, 2015, at Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital in Murfreesboro. She was born November 2, 1927 to the late William A. and Maudie G. Childress Permenter. She was an LPN at Gibson County Hospital and Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Milan. Graveside services will be at 2:00 pm, Sunday, March 15, 2015, at the Permenter Family Cemetery at McCullough's Chapel. Services will be conducted by James Ferguson. Curry Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Jeanette Nelson (Harold) of Milan, Theresa Valdivia (Danny) of Rockvale; 1 son, James E. Ferguson of Parsons; 2 sisters, Sandra Rigsby of Finley, Bobbye Hicks of Dyersburg; 1 brother, Jimmy Permenter of Hawkin, TX; 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granchild. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by 2 sons, Steven Ferguson, David L. Ferguson; and her husband, James Edmond Ferguson. Online condolences are available on our website- www.curryfuneral.com Graveside Service Sunday, March 15th, 2015 02:00 pm Permenter Family Cemetery , Dyersburg TN 38024
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John Richard Bogusz, 76, of Dyersburg, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2015 at The Highlands of Dyersburg Nursing & Rehab.
He was a retired groundskeeper for Dyersburg Municipal Golf Course and was an avid bowler.
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October 15, 1919 – March 08, 2015
Alymer D. Lilley, age 95, of Halls died Sunday, March 8, 2015 at Alamo Nursing Home of Alamo, TN. Alymer was born October 15, 1919 in Halls, TN. He is the son of the late H.C. (Corbett) and the late Sadie (Heath) Lilley. He married Lyla Frances Vaughn. He was a Farmer. Alymer was an active member of Floyd's Chapel Methodist Church, Woodman of the World, American Cancer Society and various other local organizations. He is survived by several nieces and nephews, who loved him as greatly as he loved them. Predeceased by his wife, Lyla Frances Lilley and a sister, Geraldine Manning. The funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, March 11 at Floyds Chapel Methodist Ch., Chestnut Bluff-Maury City Rd., Friendship, TN with Bro. Larry Kendrick officiating. Burial will be in Floyds Chapel Cemetery, Friendship on Wednesday, March 11 following the service. Calling hours will be Tuesday, March 10 from 5 til 8pm at Halls Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St., Halls, TN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Floyds Chapel Methodist Ch. or to the donor's choice. Cemetery Details Floyd's Chapel Cemetery Friendship, TN Previous Events Visitation MAR 10. 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CT) Halls Funeral Home 109 North Church Street Halls, TN 38040 (731) 836-7111 hallsfuneralhome@bellsouth.net Service MAR 11. 2:00 PM (CT) Floyds Chapel Methodist Church Friendship, TN
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Randall Wayne Moser, 41, of Newbern, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2015 at his residence.
He was a material handler for Sun Products and was an avid hunter and fisherman.
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March 07, 2015
John Lee Gallion, age 62, of Halls died Saturday, March 7, 2015 at home in Halls. John was born in Fayette Co., IL. He is the son of the late Lawerence and the late Violet (Pruett) Gallion. He was married to the late Sandra Gallion. He was a retired employee of World Color Press. He is survived by one daughter: Michelle (Scott) Bubb of St. Elmo, IL; one brother: Larry (Judy) Gallion of KY. John also leaves two step daughters: Karen(Terry) Meador and Tammy Stiffler both of Scottsville, KY; step son, Vernon Stiffler of Indianapolis, IN; sister in law, Brenda Gallion of St. Elmo, IL. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lester Gallion. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 11 at 9:00 in the Halls Cemetery. Cemetery Details Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040 Previous Events Grave side service MAR 11 (CT) Halls Cemetery Tigrett St. Halls, TN 38040
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