Terry W. Howell
Jun 29, 2026
Terry W. Howell
was born in San Antonio, Texas on May 7, 1948, the son of the late Thomas Dewey and Lucille Teresa Lopez Howell.
In June of 1980 he was united in marriage to Mary E. O'Tinger, who preceded her husband in death on July 1, 2024.
Terry served his country proudly in the United States Army, serving in Vietnam.
He retired from...
Donald "Don" Franklin Smith
Jun 20, 2026
Donald Franklin "Don" Smith, born September 15, 1947, in Chester County, TN, was the beloved son of the late Manuel and Elvie Evelyn Porter Smith. Don passed away on June 20, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 78.
Don's life was marked by his dedication and skills as a carpenter, a career he cherished for over 20 years, leaving...
Greg Morris
Jul 1, 2026
GREG MORRIS
Jackson, TN: Charles Gregory Morris age 67, passed away July 1, 2026, at Ascension St. Thomas Hospital West.
He was born February 12, 1959, in Henderson, the son of the late Glen Morris and Wanda G Matlock Morris Dotson. He grew up in the Mifflin Community of Chester County and was a 1977 graduate of Chester County High School.
He had...
Melva June Raines
Jul 1, 2026
Melva June Raines, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, in Selmer, Tennessee. She was born on June 6, 1931, in Booneville, Mississippi, and went on to dedicate her life to caring for others and nurturing the family she so deeply loved.
Melva spent her entire life in Hardeman County,...
Carolyn Garner Brown
Jul 1, 2026
CAROLYN GARNER BROWN
Henderson, TN: Linda Carolyn Garner Brown, age 75, passed away July 1, 2026, at her home.
She was born May 9, 1951, in Chester County, the daughter of the late John Henry and Hazel Lorine Jones Garner. She went to school in Chester County.
She worked for R. C. Cola in Jackson as a tow motor driver.
She loved to cook...
Wanda Lee York
Jun 30, 2026
Wanda Lee York was born on May 18, 1950, in Selmer, Tennessee, to the late Vester Lee and Oleta Jewel Kirk McCullar.
She was united in marriage to J.T. York on June 14, 1968. They shared many wonderful years together until his passing on August 14, 2003.
A lifelong member of Antioch Church of Christ in Ramer, Wanda's faith was an important...
James Larry (Jack) Holt
Jun 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of James Larry "Jack" Holt
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Larry "Jack" Holt, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Jack entered his eternal home on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, in Florence, Alabama, at the age of 79.
Born in Cypress Inn, Tennessee, James was the son of the late James William...
Mary Jo Dickson Grooms
Jun 30, 2026
Mary Jo Dickson Grooms
Mary Jo, fondly known as Jo, passed away peacefully at her tome on June 30, 2026 at the age of 95. She was a member of the United Methodist Church.
She was united in marriage to Kenneth Grooms on June 8, 1947.
Jo worked at Savannah Manufacturing in Savannah, Tennessee, Murner Mills of Adamsville, Tennessee, Saltillo Manufacturing in Saltillo,...
William Kennedy "Ken" Seaton
Jun 30, 2026
William Kennedy "Ken" Seaton, 63, of Adamsville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Born on June 10, 1963, in Selmer, Ken was the son of the late Elmer D. Seaton and Geneva Kennedy Seaton. He was a proud son of McNairy County, and while life gave...
Stacey Hart
Jun 29, 2026
STACEY HART
Henderson, TN: Stacey Allen Hart age 61, passed away June 29, 2026 at his home.
He was born March 30, 1965, in Williamston, SC, the son of James “Jimmy” Albert Hart and Linda Lee Clark Ricketts. He grew up in S.C. and Georgia and graduated from Evans High School in 1983 in Evans, GA.
He worked for Quality Metal Stamping in...
Daniel Downer
Jun 28, 2026
Daniel Downer was born on September 5, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of Leopold P. Downer and the late Noverta Heavner Downer.
Daniel built a life through hard work and dedication. He began his career as a framer before spending many years as a truck driver, a profession that suited his independent spirit and strong work ethic.
A proud veteran of...
Larry Holland Floyd
Jun 28, 2026
Larry Holland Floyd, age 77, of Ramer, Tennessee, passed peacefully from this life on June 28, 2026, in Selmer, Tennessee.
Born on May 23, 1949, in Selmer, Tennessee, Larry was the son of the late Holland Loranza Floyd and Beedie Estella Plunk Floyd. He built a life defined by hard work, unwavering devotion to his family, and a deep appreciation for...
Jo Anne Brown Peppers
Jun 28, 2026
Jo Anne Brown Peppers was born on March 25, 1942, in Memphis, Tennessee, the beloved daughter of the late James and Margaret Wright Stanley.
Throughout her life, Jo Anne was known for her strong work ethic and caring spirit. She worked at ITT in Selmer, Tennessee, Kimberly-Clark in Corinth, Mississippi, and later at a local florist. She was also a licensed...
"Bud" Walker
Jun 28, 2026
BUD WALKER
Henderson, TN: Billy Thomas Walker, Jr, age 68 passed away June 28, 2026, at Jackson Madison County Hospital.
He was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and grew up in Texas, and TN, the son of the late Billy Thomas Walker and Anna Herminia Lebron Walker. He graduated from Tennessee Preparatory School in Nashville.
He worked as a plumber and also...
Crystal 'Chris' Cox Matthews Davis
Jun 28, 2026
Crystal "Chris" Cox Matthews Davis
November 19, 1964 – June 28, 2026
Psalm 34:18: "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
"Our Father refreshes us on our journey with some pleasant inns, but will not encourage us to mistake them for home." — The Problem of Pain, C.S. Lewis
Crystal "Chris" Cox Matthews Davis, age 61,...
Wonda Kay Carroll
Jun 27, 2026
Wonda Kay Carroll, age 88, of Selmer, Tennessee, passed peacefully from this life on June 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of the family she devoted her life to. Born on September 15, 1937, in Selmer, Tennessee, she was the beloved daughter of the late Vernon and Palace Smallwood Sanders.
On April 5, 1954, Wonda married the love of her life,...
Dorothy Jean Simmons Kyle
Jun 27, 2026
Dorothy Jean Simmons Kyle was born on November 2, 1937, to the late Hughie and Frances Simmons. She was raised in Olive Hill, TN. In 1954, she was married to Bobby Gene Beckham and they raised their daughters in Clifton, TN where she worked as a Supervisor for Clifton Manufacturing Company. Later in 1988, she married James Paul Kyle. They...
Edwin 'Slick' Wiggins
Jun 27, 2026
Edwin 'Slick' Wiggins, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Bolivar, Tennessee, on June 27, 2026. Born on April 13, 1943, in Hardeman County, Tennessee, Edwin spent 83 years forging a life marked by hard work, love for family, and dedication to his community.
Edwin, affectionately known to many as "Slick," grew up...
John (Jack) Marcus Wood, Jr
Jun 26, 2026
John Marcus "Jack" Wood, Sr., age 87, departed this life on June 26, 2026, in Corinth, Mississippi. He was born on July 27, 1938, in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late John Marcus and Emma Irene Wolf Wood.
On October 21, 1967, Jack married the love of his life, Judy Plunk Wood. They shared many wonderful years together until her passing on...
Dorothy Jean Moore
Jun 26, 2026
Dorothy Jean Smith Moore, a woman of deep faith, gentle spirit, and profound devotion to her family, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love and service. Born on New Year's Eve in 1936 in McNairy County, Tennessee, she was the beloved daughter of the late James Franklin Smith and Monnie Eron Gillham Smith. On November 7, 1953,...
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