John Wheeler Vanhoose, Sr. "JW"
Jan 30, 2026
John Wheeler Vanhoose, Sr. "JW" was born on December 15, 1942 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late John Thomas and Edna Earl Falls Vanhoose.
On June 20, 1969, he was united in marriage to Sue Rich, who survives.
JW worked as a heavy equipment operator for 31 years for Packaging Corporation of America in Counce, Tennessee and for Wayne...
Steven Shaw, Jr.
Jan 3, 2026
Steven (Steve) Shaw Jr. passed away peacefully on January 3rd, 2026, in Loveland, Colorado, surrounded by his family. He was reunited with his mother Diane, grandparents, Mack and Edna Hall, Charles and Eleanor Shaw, and granddaughter Violet.
Steven was born on December 4, 1967, in Memphis, Tennessee, to proud parents Steven and Diane Shaw. Growing up with a father in the...
Robert Harris
Mar 9, 2026
Robert Bliss Walker Harris age 88, passed away March 9, 2026 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. The obituary will be posted later.
Sandra Gillis
Mar 8, 2026
Sandra Gillis departed this life on March 8, 2026 in Savannah, Tennessee, at the age of 77 years and 4 days. Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Sibyl Bolton
Mar 8, 2026
SIBYL BOLTON
Henderson, TN: Sibyl Blondell Morrison Bolton, age 82, passed away March 8, 2026, at the Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born on December 6, 1943, in the Montezuma Community of Chester County, the daughter of the late Robert Wesley and Hazel Bell Hearn Morrison. She attended Chester County Schools and later Beauty School to become a cosmetologist. She...
Dorothy "Lucy" Watkins
Mar 7, 2026
Dorothy "Lucy" Watkins, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 95 on March 7, 2026, in Collierville, Tennessee.
She was born on November 2, 1930, in Saulsbury, Tennessee, to Gaston and Ruby Street Daniel. On March 29, 1950, she married Hubbard Watkins. Together they made their home south of Grand Junction, Tennessee where they raised their two...
Margie Duren
Mar 7, 2026
Margie Duren departed this life on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the age of 95 years, 6 months, and 7 days.
Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Alisha Ann Willis
Mar 6, 2026
Alisha Ann Willis entered this world on February 1, 1969, in Memphis, Tennessee, the beloved daughter of Jimmy Willis and the late Pamela Kaye Clark. From the very beginning, Alisha possessed a spirit that was impossible to ignore—vibrant, spirited, and wonderfully one of a kind.
Alisha lived life with a colorful heart and an honest tongue. She never hesitated to tell...
Paul McMullen
Mar 6, 2026
Paul Franklin McMullen was born June 28, 1940 in Olive Hill, TN the son of the late Ben F. and Ella Duckworth McMullen.
Mr. McMullen attended University of Tennessee at Marting for 2 years. In his professional life he was a Self-Employed welder.
Mr. McMullen departed this life on March 6, 2026 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 85 Years, 8...
Gwelda Treece
Mar 6, 2026
Gwelda Anne Treece was born on February 20, 1944, in Selmer, Tennessee, to the late Elmer "Cub" West and Rubye Gann West. Her life, filled with love and purpose, came to a peaceful close on March 6, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana, at the age of 82.On August 15, 1964, Gwelda embarked on a beautiful journey of marriage with Douglas Winslow...
Mike Horton
Mar 6, 2026
Mike Horton was born on October 7, 1952 in Russellville, Alabama, the son of the late Leonard Verdell and Hazel Baggett Horton.
Mr. Horton honorably served his country in the United States Army. He later worked for Kimberly Clark as a maintenance planner. Mike was an avid hunter and loved being outdoors. Most of all, he loved his grandchildren.
Mike Horton departed...
Caldwell Davis, Jr.
Mar 6, 2026
Caldwell Davis, Jr. departed this life on March 6th, 2026, at his home overlooking the Tennessee River in Clifton, Tennessee at the age of 76 years, 6 months, and 16 days. He was born August 18th, 1949, to Caldwell and Robbie Lee Hime Davis.
As a self-taught piano player, organist, and song writer, music was a big part of Caldwell’s life....
Mary Buckner Kelley
Mar 5, 2026
Mary Buckner Kelley, born on June 26, 1922, in Halls, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on March 5, 2026, in Selmer, Tennessee, at the age of 103. Her life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, family, and an indomitable spirit that inspired all who knew her.
For over 40 years, Mary resided in New Albany, Mississippi, a place that held many...
Ellis Parnell "Dude" Umberger
Mar 5, 2026
Ellis Parnell "Dude" Umberger, 81, of Bolivar, was born October 23, 1944 and died at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital on March 5, 2026.
He was survived by his wife, Sandra Marcum Umberger.
Even though Dude was born with only one arm, his mother taught him at an early age that he could do anything that any other person could do. Growing up...
Michael "Mike" Lott
Mar 5, 2026
Michael "Mike" Lott age 65, passed away March 5, 2026 in Henderson.
An obituary and service times will be posted once available.
Geneva Mae Moore
Mar 5, 2026
Geneva Mae Moore, known as Mom-Momma-MeMaw to her family, was born on April 30, 1940, to the late Gilbert and Edna Mae Taylor Keen.
She was united in marriage to Raymond Moore on May 2, 1997. Together, they made their home in Savannah, TN.
She started working in the health care system at McNairy County General Hospital and later doing home health nursing....
Perry Ray Johnson
Mar 4, 2026
Perry Ray Johnson, aged 80, of Waynesboro, TN, peacefully passed away on March 4, 2026. Born on April 23, 1945, in Clendenin, WV, he was the beloved son of the late Toni A. and Oleta Gray Johnson.
Ray served his country honorably in the United States Air Force for four years, achieving the rank of Sergeant. On February 8, 1992, he...
Robert D. Chandler
Mar 4, 2026
Robert Chandler, age 87, passed away on March 4, 2026, at Alive Hospice in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Born on January 5, 1939, in Bethel Springs, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Blaine and Della Chandler.
A man of quiet strength and skilled hands, Robert was a member of the Purdy Masonic Lodge #132 and spent many years working for the...
Dr. Bob Thomas
Mar 4, 2026
Dr. Bob Thomas was born on January 2, 1953 in Shelby County, Tennessee, the son of the late Dr. Howard W. Thomas and Dora Ann Robertson Thomas.
On December 20, 1975, he was united in marriage to Detra DeLap, who survives.
Bob graduated from Hardin County High School in 1971. He continued his education at Memphis State University earning a Bachelor of...
Carolyn Risner
Mar 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Carolyn Risner, age 72, of Collinwood, TN, who departed this life on March 3, 2026. She was born on July 5, 1953, to the late Charles Edgar and Mamie Lorene Lockard Risner,
Carolyn was a shining example of resilience and dedication throughout her life. For many years, Carolyn contributed her...
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