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Braxley Wade Perry Robbins

Braxley Wade Perry Robbins

Aug 20, 2026

Braxley Wade Perry Robbins, treasured son of Tylin Perry Robbins and Jillian Madison Scott, was born on July 24, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Although Braxley's time on earth was brief, the impact his life made on his family will never be forgotten. He will forever be loved and missed by every life he touched.

Braxley was called Home on August 20, 2026...

Steve "Poppy" Skipper

Steve "Poppy" Skipper

Jul 24, 2026

Steve Skipper, known affectionately as Poppy, passed away on July 24th, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on November 19th, 1945 to father Edgar Bilbo and mother Carrie Lee Skipper of Picayune, MS. He is one of four children, brother Gabriel Skipper (deceased) and Byron Skipper (surviving) and sister Gaylene O’Cain (spouse, Jim O’Cain surviving).

Steve leaves behind...

Kay Green Sykes

Kay Green Sykes

Sep 2, 2026

Kay Green Sykes, 72, of Bolivar, passed from this life Wed., September 2, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.  Arrangements are incomplete.

Gregory Lyle Blakely

Gregory Lyle Blakely

Sep 2, 2026

Gregory Lyle Blakely, age 67, passed away peacefully at his home in Selmer, Tennessee, on September 2, 2026.

Born in Selmer on June 7, 1959, to the late Warren Blakely and Launa Nixon Blakely, Gregory was a lifelong resident of the community he cared for so deeply. He was a proud 1977 graduate of McNairy Central High School. On October 27,...

Ricky Gene Smith

Ricky Gene Smith

Sep 1, 2026

Ricky Gene Smith was born on February 3, 1959, in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Paul Ray and Marie Brasfield Smith.

On July 19, 1999, he was united in marriage to Betty Young, who preceded her husband in death on January 6, 2022.

Mr. Smith honorably served his country in the United States Army National Guard. Ricky was a very...

Marion Stout

Marion Stout

Sep 1, 2026

MARION STOUT

Henderson, TN: Marion Lee Stout age 83, passed away September 1, 2026, at St. Thomas Hospital Mid-town in Nashville.

He was born March 11, 1943, in the Logan’s Lake Community of McNairy County, the son of the late Gilbert May and Bertha Juanita McBride Stout. He worked in factory work, on a river boat, in construction, and as a truck...

Daryl Watkins

Daryl Watkins

Sep 1, 2026

DARYL WATKINS

Pinson, TN: Billy Daryl Watkins, age 55, passed away September 1, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.

He was born July 14, 1971, in Jackson, TN and raised in Henderson, TN, the son of the late Billy Morris and Wyneth Mae Rouse Watkins. He graduated from Chester County High School. He worked at Duro Bag (now Novolex) in Jackson...

Billie Jean Wilson

Billie Jean Wilson

Aug 31, 2026

Billie Jean Wilson, age 79, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026. Born on August 11, 1947, in McNairy County to the late William Clifford Price and Maggie Virginia Hardin Price, Billie Jean was the vibrant matriarch and devoted prayer warrior of her family.

On October 5, 1963, she married the love of her life, Guy Allen Wilson, beginning a devoted...

Karen Gordon

Karen Gordon

Aug 31, 2026

Karen Gordon was born on November 24, 1945 in Moline, Illinois, the daughter of the late Daniel and Barbara Stading Thomas.

On July 5, 1985, she was united in marriage to Donald Gordon, Jr., who preceded his wife in death on December 19, 2019.

Karen retired from City of Rock Island Finance Department where she worked as a payroll account tech. She...

Carol Annette Franks Simmons

Carol Annette Franks Simmons

Aug 30, 2026

Carol Annette Simmons, 63, entered Heaven on August 30, 2026. She was born October 11, 1962, to Odell and Sue Franks in Savannah, TN. She was a proud stay-at-home mom and military wife for 20 years before going back to school to become a nurse and working diligently for 10 years.

Carol loved to play the piano, sing, and cook. She...

Charles Winon Russom

Charles Winon Russom

Aug 30, 2026

Charles Winon Russom was born on December 9, 1957, in Saint Louis, Missouri, the son of the late Charles Williard Russom and Virginia Gail Kirk Russom. He departed this life on August 30, 2026, in Corinth, Mississippi, at the age of 68 years, 8 months, and 21 days.

Charles was a hardworking man who proudly owned and operated Joe’s Doors in...

Josh Kilzer

Josh Kilzer

Aug 30, 2026

JOSH KILZER

Beech Bluff, TN: Joshua Ray Kilzer, age 52, passed away at his home on August 30, 2026.

He was born in Nashville, Tn on April 27, 1974, son of Ray Watson and Millie Hughes Kilzer. Josh graduated from Jackson Central Mary in 1992 and grew up in Jackson.

Josh loved watching sports, especially The Atlanta Braves baseball team. He also enjoyed...

Kenneth Clement

Kenneth Clement

Aug 30, 2026

Kenneth Kelly Clement, 84, of Henderson passed away peacefully August 30, 2026, at the Henderson Health and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 A.M Saturday, September 5th at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Crook Avenue Chapel, with visitation from 9:00 - 11 AM. Jon Haimes will officiate the ceremony. Burial will follow immediately after the service at New Salem...

Doris Franks Hunt

Doris Franks Hunt

Aug 29, 2026

Doris Franks Hunt was born on May 9, 1951 in Mishawaka, Indiana, the daughter of the late George Franks and Mattie Ruth Wood Wilkerson.

On May 6, 1967, she was united in marriage to Jay Hunt, who survives.

Doris worked for Walmart when it first came to Hardin County for 9 and a half years. She later opened her own business, DJ's...

Emily Vincent Mills

Emily Vincent Mills

Aug 28, 2026

Emily Letitia Vincent Mills, 89, of Middleton, TN entered the gates of Heaven and into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Friday, August 28, 2026, joining her beloved husband, Marvin, just a week after his heavenly arrival. Emily was born at home in Hardeman County, TN on October 19, 1936 to Aubrey Thomas Vincent and Alma Pirtle Vincent....

Leon Murray

Leon Murray

Aug 27, 2026

Leon Murray, 89, of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on August 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Leon was born on January 24, 1937, in Bethel Springs, Tennessee, to the late Russell Lee and Odessa Barnes Murray. He was a man of strong character, a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, and a hardworking...

Diana Turner

Diana Turner

Aug 27, 2026

Diana Lynn Frejlach Turner was born on June 26, 1959, the daughter of Ervin and the late Barbara Trownswell Frejlach.

On October 11, 1980, she was united in marriage to Barney (Jeff) Turner, who survives.

Diana was a devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother. She had a caring heart and a remarkable ability to see the good in everyone. She had...

Carolyn Hill

Carolyn Hill

Aug 26, 2026

Carolyn Wood Hill was born September 16, 1952, in Counce, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Cecil and Rebie Curtis Wood. She attended Southside High School and was a faithful member of West Shiloh Baptist Church.

On June 30, 1970, Carolyn was united in marriage to Donald Hill, and together they shared 56 years of marriage filled with love, family, and...

Donald (Don) Glen Smith

Donald (Don) Glen Smith

Aug 26, 2026

Donald Glen “Don” Smith, 89, of Selmer, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, in Selmer. He was born on February 7, 1937, in Finger, Tennessee, to the late Frank P. and Willie Hampton Smith.

On December 25, 1957, Don was united in marriage to the love of his life, Nevella Moore. Together, they shared 69 years of marriage, building...

Marcus Kiddy

Marcus Kiddy

Aug 23, 2026

Marcus Kiddy was born September 5, 1949, in Corinth, Mississippi, the son of the late Albert Marcus and Mildred Olene Curtis Kiddy.

He was united in marriage to Patty Taylor on June 6, 1980. Having known one another since 1958, they found their way back to each other after high school and college and shared 46 wonderful years together.

A 1968 graduate...

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