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...
Milton Tobey
Jul 5, 2026
Mr. Milton, Tobey age 74 passed away July 5, 2026, at Vanderbilt Hospital in Lebanon, TN. Services are incomplete.
Johnnie Mack Brown
Jul 4, 2026
Johnnie Mack Brown of Michie Tennessee passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at the age of 77. For a man who held a deep, lifelong love for his country, it is incredibly fitting that he took his final rest on Independence Day. Born on March 29, 1949, in Pontotoc, Mississippi, to the late Leo Clinton Brown and Myrtice Helms...
Frankie Fawcett
Jul 3, 2026
Mr. Frankie Fawcett, age 71, of Bolivar, departed this life early Friday morning in Jackson, Tn. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Doug Brown
Jul 2, 2026
Doug Brown, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in Bolivar, Tennessee on July 2, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on June 6, 1949, in Bolivar, Doug’s life was defined by service, commitment to family, a love of the outdoors, and an enduring sense of purpose.
Doug’s roots ran deep in Hardeman County. The son of James...
Louise Ratliff
Jul 1, 2026
Louise Ratliff was born on January 19, 1927 in Pikeville, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Kenus Franklin and Dolly Francisco Bowling.
On December 22, 1956, she was united in marriage to Blake Ratliff, who preceded his wife in death on February 18, 2017.
Louise loved to chit chat with her friends. She loved homemaking and could often be found gardening and...
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 on June 28, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
He was born at Ramey Air Force Base in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and raised in Tennessee. He was the firstborn son of the late Billy Thomas Walker and Ana Herminia Lebron and graduated from Tennessee Preparatory School in Nashville.
He worked for...
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