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...
Betty Jean Wright Wright
Jul 11, 2026
Betty Jean Wright Moore, age 92, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 25, 1933, Betty Jean was the youngest of five children born to William Rueben Wright and Lessie Dees Wright. She lived a life marked by faith, devotion to her family, and quiet strength. On August 25, 1948, she married the...
Margaret Davis
Jul 11, 2026
MARGARET DAVIS
Jackson, TN: Margaret Holt Davis, age 89, passed away at her home on Saturday July 11, 2026.
She was born in Henderson County on January 1, 1937, daughter of the late Clifton and Rusha Pirscilla Blakney Holt. She grew up in Beech Bluff and graduated from Beech Bluff High School in 1955.
She married Harrial Davis at the Chester County Court...
James Edward Hatch
Jul 11, 2026
James Edward Hatch, age 77, passed away on July 11, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee, after a lengthy illness. Born on March 21, 1949, in Chester County, Tennessee, James spent a lifetime exemplifying care, dedication, and kindness to all those around him.
James was the beloved husband of Mary Hatch, with whom he shared a rich...
Richard Smith
Jul 10, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Richard Emerson Smith, 68, on July 10, 2026.
Originally from Illinois, Richard spent time in Alabama before recently settling in Tennessee. He will always be remembered for his vibrant spirit and his love for Legos, building models, and collecting diecast cars.
Richard is survived by his brothers, Allen (Sally) Smith and Dennis (Robin) Smith,...
Ruby "Fay" Crowley Massengill
Jul 10, 2026
Mrs. Ruby “Fay” Crowley Massengill, age 82 of Middleton, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at Magnolia Regional Health Facility. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 12 at the Shackelford's location in Middleton from 6pm-8pm. Services will be on Monday, July 13 at the same location and will begin at 1pm with visitation to begin one hour prior....
Duane Lafayette Lax
Jul 10, 2026
Duane Lafayette Lax, age 76, of Hickory Valley, passed away on Friday morning, July 10, 2026, at his home in Hickory Valley, TN.
He was born in Somerville, TN, to the late Joseph Lafayette Lax and Marjorie Evelyn Davis Lax. On February 17, 1992, he married Renita Lois Howell. Mr. Lax worked as a heavy machinery operator for the Hardeman County...
Margaret Ann Hill
Jul 9, 2026
Margaret Ann Hill, née Keep, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, in Selmer, Tennessee, at the age of 79. Born on March 14, 1947, in Memphis, Tennessee, Margaret's life was an enduring testament to grace, resilience, and deep devotion to her family.
Margaret's days began in the warmth of Memphis, where she was the beloved daughter of John Wafford Keep...
Debbie Sue Price
Jul 8, 2026
Debbie Sue Price was born on March 9, 1960, in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Clifton and Ethel Brown Greer.
Debbie found joy in life's simple pleasures and had a gift for making people feel welcome. She was an exceptional cook who expressed her love through the meals she prepared, always making sure no one left her table hungry....
Herschel Stewart Patrick
Jul 8, 2026
Herschel Stewart Patrick was born on April 20, 1946 in Covington, Tennessee, the son of the late H.M. and Thelma Stewart Patrick.
On May 11, 1996, he was united in marriage to Sherry Browder, who survives.
Herschel graduated from Byers-Hall High School in Covington, Tennessee, before proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Following his...
Joanne Naylor Carroll
Jul 8, 2026
Joanne Naylor Carroll, age 88, passed peacefully in her Michie, Tennessee home on July 8, 2026. She was born on Christmas Day in 1937 in Stantonville, TN.
The eldest of five girls, Joanne grew up in the Finger and Guys communities of McNairy County and attended Michie School. She was married to her late husband, Joe Carroll, for 54 years; together...
William Roberson
Jul 7, 2026
Mr. William Roberson, age 72 of Middleton, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on July 7, 2026. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 8 at Christ Temple Apostolic Church in Walnut, MS from 5:00pm – 9:00pm. Services will be held on July 9th at the church beginning at 12:00pm with visitation two hours prior. Burial...
Doris Bain McKinney
Jul 6, 2026
DORIS BAIN MCKINNEY
Pinson, TN: Doris Geneva Bain McKinney, age 92, passed away at Regency Retirement Village in Jackson, TN on July 6, 2026.
She was born in Madison County on November 27, 1933, daughter of the late Leonard Oneil and Lala Ruth Brasher Bain. She grew up in the Five Points Community of Madison County and attended Pinson School and graduated...
Tava Lawson
Jul 5, 2026
Tava Lawson, a deeply loved mother, grandmother, sister, and homemaker, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on May 15, 1934, to the late Eulia Plunk and Mary Green Plunk, Tava spent a lifetime cultivating a warm, welcoming home and nurturing those around her. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Lawson, who preceded...
'Milt' Tobey, Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
‘MILT’ TOBEY, JR.
Henderson, TN: Milton George Tobey, Jr., age 74, passed away July 5, 2026, at Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital in Lebanon, TN.
He was born on November 5, 1951, in Manchester, NH, the son of the late Milton G. Tobey, Sr. and Rita Hebert Tobey. He graduated from Keene State College in Keene, NH,
He married Cheryl on December 8, 1990....
William "Buster" Pearson
Jul 4, 2026
Mr. William "Buster" Pearson, 75, of Cordova, TN passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026.
David Alan Higgs
Jul 4, 2026
David Allen Higgs, 65, passed away on July 4, 2026, at Bolivar General Hospital. David was born on October 4, 1960, to the late Juanita Dye Higgs and the late Dr. Cyrus Higgs, Jr.
David was the beloved brother of Cheryl Higgs Alford and Henry Higgs and beloved uncle to Jason Alford and his wife Ayelet and their two children, Eva...
Linda Mae Davis
Jul 4, 2026
Linda Mae Sherrill Davis, age 81, of Clifton, TN, peacefully passed away at her home on July 4, 2026.
She was born on November 22, 1944, Linda was the beloved daughter of the late Roy Daniel Sherrill and Bonnie Christine Haddock Sherrill. She shared a loving marriage with her husband, Fay Davis, until his passing in 1996. Their love and devotion...
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...
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