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...
Jim Rickman
Feb 7, 2026
Jim Rickman was born on March 26, 1945, in Corinth, Mississippi to the late Edison and Martha Breedlove Rickman. He passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, at the age of 80 years.
Throughout his life, Jim was dedicated to his family, his friends, and his community. He was united in marriage to Betty Wagoner for over 50 years. She preceded...
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...
Carolyn Cotner
Mar 2, 2026
Carolyn Cotner departed this life on March 2, 2026 in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 76 years, 5 months, and 16 days. Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Larry Wayne Fletcher
Mar 2, 2026
Larry Wayne Fletcher departed this life on Monday, March 2, 2026 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 71 years, 7 months, and 18 days. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Mike Arnold
Mar 1, 2026
Michael Wayne Arnold
July 18, 1956 – March 1, 2026
He was born in Orangeburg, SC, on July 18, 1956, and died at his home on March 1, 2026, with his wife and son at his side.
Michael “Mike” Wayne Arnold was born in Orangeburg, SC, son of James (Jim) Arnold and Betty Darnell Arnold Bozard. He attended schools in Volusia County, FL...
Dennis Williams
Mar 1, 2026
Dennis Williams departed this life on Sunday, March 1, 2026 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 82 years, 8 months, and 12 days. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Danny Benson
Feb 28, 2026
Danny Benson was born on October 27, 1958 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Dan and Sue Tanner Benson.
On November 14, 1977, he was united in marriage to Terry Smith, who survives.
Danny was the owner of Dan's Air Conditioning & Refridgeration. He also worked as a carpenter, heavy equipment operator, and truck driver. Mr. Benson enjoyed going...
Wayne Franks
Feb 27, 2026
Wayne Franks was born on April 9, 1963 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Marshall and Naomi Grimes Franks.
Wayne was a member of Shady Grove Freewill Baptist Church. He loved to go fishing. He also loved chickens, dogs, cats, and any farm animals.
Wayne Franks departed this life on February 27, 2026 in Florence, Alabama, at the age...
Jean Nixon Guy
Feb 27, 2026
Jean Nixon Guy, born on February 10, 1942, departed from this earthly realm on February 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy steeped in love, dedication, and warmth. With over 25 years of devoted service at the Western Mental Health Institute, Jean touched countless lives throughout her career, embodying compassion and empathy in every interaction.
A woman of varied passions, Jean found...
Robert Coy Melson
Feb 25, 2026
Robert Coy Melson was born on October 4, 1944 in Wayne County, Tennessee, the son of the late Noah Velt and Charity Jane Brown Melson.
On November 25, 1967, he was united in marriage to Brenda Wilkerson, who survives.
In his younger years, Robert's parents share cropped and moved around frequently. They lived in many places including Lake County, Tennessee. He worked...
Raylene Jacobs
Feb 25, 2026
Nancy Raylene Taylor Jacobs, age 83, passed peacefully on February 25, 2026. Born on January 6, 1943, in Jackson, Tennessee, Raylene lived her entire life in Bolivar, Tennessee — the town she loved and the community she faithfully served.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rev. Billy Jacobs, whom she faithfully supported during his ministry at Piney Grove...
William Hanna
Feb 24, 2026
William Hanna, a devoted father and grandfather, passed away on February 24, 2026, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on January 16, 1960, in Bolivar, Tennessee, he spent his life embodying the values of hard work and simple living.
William dedicated a significant part of his career to being a dye mixer at Kilgore until he became...
Danny Vowell
Feb 24, 2026
DANNY VOWELL
Henderson, TN: James Danial Vowell, age 65, passed away Tuesday February 24, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born in Bells, TN on January 24, 1961, son of the late Jackie and Ruby Nell Colvitt Vowell. He was raised in Crockett County.
Danny was a Vegetation Management Specialist. He knew each chemical like the back of his hand.
He...
Patty Scott
Feb 24, 2026
Patty Scott
was born in Jackson, Tennessee on November 28, 1955, the daughter of the late Eugene Brown Holland and Anna Lea Goodrum Weir.
On June 15, 1985, Patty was united in marriage to Rickey Gene Scott, who survives.
She was the owner and operator of Bargain Tunnel, which was a furniture and gift shop in Savannah for 13 years. Patty was a...
Beverly Jo Keymon Blackburn
Feb 24, 2026
Beverly Jo Keymon Blackburn was born on October 2, 1955 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Bomont and Opal Pearl Keymon.
In April of 1988, Beverly left Clifton, Tennessee and married Roy Lee Blackburn and they made their home in Kentucky.
After Roy's death in March 2023, she wanted to move back home and lived in Savannah from April 2025...
Donna Murley
Feb 23, 2026
Mrs. Donna Sue Holmes Murley age 75 passed away February 23, 2026 at her home. The obituary will be posted later. There will be no services.
Gladys Marie "Midge" Cossar
Feb 23, 2026
Gladys Marie "Midge" Cossar, a beloved housewife and devoted homemaker, passed away peacefully in Bolivar, Tennessee, on February 23, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on April 19, 1937, in Bolivar, she lived a marked by love, family, and vibrant spirit.
For 15 years, Midge contributed to the community by working in the cafeteria at Bolivar Elementary School, where her...
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