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...
Amy Crafton
Jul 20, 2026
Ms. Amy Crafton, 74, of Somerville, passed away Monday, July 20, 2026, at her home. Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Ronnie Mathis
Jul 20, 2026
Ronnie Eugene Mathis passed away peacefully at his home on July 20,2026 surrounded by the love of his family. A celebration of life will be on Wednesday, July 22 at 1:00 at Shackleford Funeral Home in Middleton, Tennessee with burial to follow at the Mathis Cemetery in Pocohontas, TN. Visitation for family will be from 11-11:30, regular visitation 11:30-1:00 on...
Myrl Talley
Jul 19, 2026
Myrl Talley was born on August 2, 1930, the daughter of the late Joe and Icie Henderson Elkins.
She was united in marriage to W.A. Talley, who preceded his wife in death on November 23, 1998.
Mrs. Talley worked as an inspector for Savannah Manufacturing. She enjoyed watching basketball and listening to gospel music. She also enjoyed attending church and was a...
Albert Strickland
Jul 19, 2026
Mr. Albert Strickland passed away Sunday morning at his home in Henderson.
Crystal Dale Arcond
Jul 18, 2026
Crystal Dale Arcond, a woman of deep compassion, vibrant spirit, and limitless generosity, passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 49. Born in Lexington, Tennessee, on February 24, 1977, she was the beloved daughter of the late Dale Anthony Hill and Deborah Jean Melton.
Crystal’s defining trait was her innate desire to take care of people, always putting...
Patrick McGuire
Jul 18, 2026
Mr. Patrick McGuire, 78, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Bolivar Health and Rehab. Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Larry Anderson
Jul 18, 2026
Robert Larry Anderson, affectionally known as Larry, peacefully left this world on July 18, 2026. He was 83 years old.
Larry was born to Duncan and Bera Anderson on November 28, 1942. He spent his childhood in Enville, TN and graduated from Adamsville High School. Larry attended West Tennessee Business College in Jackson where he earned a business degree. With his...
Faye Swafford
Jul 17, 2026
FAYE SWAFFORD
Reagan, TN: Fayrene Swafford, age 80, passed away on Friday, July 17th, 2026, in Jackson.
She is survived by her husband, Howard Swafford of Reagan; 2 daughters, Gena Johnson (Rodney) of Reagan, TN; Donna Cooper of Jackson, TN; 2 brothers, Jerry Stone (Brenda) of Reagan, and Billy Stone (Janice) of Reagan; Nieces; Tammy Stone Williams (Sam) of Reagan, TN, Diane...
Henry Frost
Jul 17, 2026
Henry Frost, of Hardeman County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 81. Born on December 14, 1944, in Hardeman County, Henry lived his entire life in the community he cherished.
A 1963 graduate of Bolivar Central High School, Henry spent his formative years working diligently on the family farm. His love for...
Carolmae Wehrstein
Jul 16, 2026
Carolmae Wehrstein was born on May 30, 1944 in Melrose Park, Illinois, the daughter of the late Harry and Clara Bloom Pockrandt.
On June 30, 1963, she was united in marriage to Roger Wehrstein, who survives.
Mrs. Wehrstein retired from Maywood-Proviso State Bank where she worked as an IRA Specialist. She resided in Bellwood, Illinois until 2001 when she retired to Pickwick,...
Don Busby
Jul 16, 2026
DON BUSBY
Henderson, TN: William Donald Busby, age 84, passed away July 16, 2026, at his home.
He was born September 29, 1941, in Henderson, the son of the late William Ward and Frances Marie Brewer Busby. He lived his entire life in the Sweetlips Community of Chester County.
Growing up he liked to hunt and fish, he farmed and worked in hay...
Linda Diane "Jones" Hogan
Jul 15, 2026
Linda Diane Jones Hogan was born on June 29, 1947, in Corinth, Mississippi, the daughter of the late W.M. and Hazel Andrews Jones.
She was united in marriage to Dennis Hogan on June 18, 1971, and together they shared more than 55 years of love and devotion.
Linda worked as a billing clerk for ITT for over 20 years, where she was...
Kathy G. Raynor
Jul 14, 2026
Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Kathy G. Raynor was born on October 22, 1955 in Ridgely, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Curly and Robbie McDonald Hayes.
Kathy enjoyed going to church and was a faithful member of Cedar Grove Pentecostal in Sardis, Tennessee, as well as First Pentecostal in Clifton, Tennessee. She was a highly talented seamstress and could sew anything. She...
Jennifer Harrison Schaming
Jul 14, 2026
Jennifer Harrison Schaming was born on May 24, 1958, in Greeneville, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Roy and Lucille Harrison.
On March 5, 1988, she was united in marriage to Ronald F. Schaming Jr., who survives. They raised their son Ronald Harrison Schaming in Adamsville, Tennessee.
An accountant, she retired from Procter & Gamble in Jackson, Tennessee, and continued to work...
Ann Bell
Jul 14, 2026
Patricia Ann Bell passed away Tuesday, July 14 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital at the age of 71.
Born August 6, 1954, in Henderson, Tennessee, Ann lived a life full of love, kindness, and unwavering commitment to her family. She was a devoted wife, mom, grandmother, and church member committed to making the world better for those around her.
Affectionately known as...
Brenda Crowell
Jul 14, 2026
Brenda Crowell, 81, of Toone, departed this life Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare North in Jackson, TN. Arrangements are incomplete.
Jan Joseph Pontiff
Jul 13, 2026
Jan Joseph Pontiff was born in Houma, Louisiana on January 8, 1959, the son of the late Joseph Junius and Betty Trahan Pontiff.
On February 24, 1979, he was united in marriage to Vickie Marie Chauvin, who survives.
Jan spent most of his life in Southern Louisiana, where he worked as a production operator for Wood Group. Outside of work, he found...
Wilder Roy Martin
Jul 12, 2026
Wilder Roy Martin came into the world on July 12, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, and in that same day, he departed gently, having left indelible marks of love and hope in the hearts of all who awaited his arrival. Though his time with us was heartbreakingly brief, Wilder’s presence was transformative, an experience that changed the landscape of his family’s...
James Robert "Bob" Hardin
Jul 12, 2026
James Robert "Bob" Hardin, 80, of Savannah, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee. He was born on April 18, 1946, in Savannah, Tennessee, to Robert Gilmore "Rob" and Magdalene Clausel Hardin.
He was known by many names to those he loved and who loved him, but his favorite was being called "Poppa" by his grandchildren and...
