Fred DeLong
Jan 22, 2026
Fred DeLong departed this life on January 22, 2026 in Memphis, Tennessee, at the age of 52 years, 8 months, and 16 days. Arrangements are currently incomplete.
John Wesley Mealer
Jan 22, 2026
John Wesley Mealer, born on September 7, 1953, in Jackson, Tennessee, was the beloved son of the late Wesley Martin and Bernice M. Inman Mealer. A proud graduate of McNairy Central High School and Vo-Tech in Crump, Tennessee
John had a diverse set of passions; he found joy in woodworking, sewing, and nurturing plants, along with a love for experimenting with...
Kenneth West
Jan 22, 2026
KENNETH WEST
Henderson, TN: Kenneth Elzie West, age 76, passed away January 22, 2026, at his home.
He was born July 27, 1949, in St. Louis, MO, the son of the late Elzie Noel and Susie Katerine Bowling West and lived in St. Louis, MO until his family moved to Henderson in 1961. He attended school in Chester County and got his...
Peggy Stanfill
Jan 22, 2026
Services for Peggy Sue Stanfill, age 92, will be at Shackelford Funeral Home, Johnson Chapel, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Unity Baptist Church cemetery following the service.
Miss Stanfill graduated from Chester County High School in May 1951 and went to Memphis School of Commerce, where she...
Bernice Buckley
Jan 22, 2026
BERNICE BUCKLEY
Henderson, TN: Mary Bernice Cupples Buckley age 94, passed away January 22, 2026, at her home.
She was born July 28, 1931, in Henderson, TN, the daughter of the late William Atlas and Bessie Jane Wyatt Cupples. She grew up and attended school in Henderson.
She married William Carl Buckley, Jr., in 1945, and they shared a daughter together, Tammy.
She worked...
Barbrey "Barbara" Burns
Jan 21, 2026
Barbara Ann West McWilliams Burns
January 19th, 1946-January 21st, 2026
Barbara Ann West McWilliams Burns passed away peacefully at her home in Florence, Alabama on Wednesday January 21st, 2026, at the age of 80 years old. She was born January 19th, 1946, in Wayne County, TN to the late Ross and Willodean West.
Barbara dedicated many years to her career as a housekeeper....
Janice Lambert
Jan 21, 2026
Arrangements are currently incomplete.
Janice Lambert was born on March 13, 1954 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Margaret Franks Mitchell.
Janice was the owner and operator of Country Florist and Ceramics in Savannah, Tennessee. She was a very talented artist and enjoyed painting and making flowers. She also created many beautiful ceramic pieces from scratch with incredible detail...
Teresa Gail Thornton Talley
Jan 20, 2026
Teresa Gail Talley, born March 22, 1957, passed away in Memphis under the loving care of her family. Her final days were peaceful and filled with comfort.
Teresa was born in San Diego, California, while her father was serving in the military. His service meant the family moved often, but she spent most of her childhood and formative years in Charlotte,...
Joyce Sue Sissom
Jan 20, 2026
JOYCE SUE SISSOM
Henderson, TN: Joyce Sue Hopper Sissom age 78, passed away January 20, 2026, at her home.
She was born May 12, 1947, in Henderson, TN, the daughter of the late L.V. and Lois Ella Flatt Hopper. She attended Matthews, MO Elementary School. Joyce lived in MO but always made her way back to TN.
She married Charles ‘Butch’ Sissom. They...
James Carl Williams
Jan 19, 2026
James Carl Williams passed away on January 19, 2026, in Collinwood, TN, at the age of 78.Jim was born in Michigan on February 1, 1947, to the late Grant and Stella Williams. His younger sister, Shirley Loughney also preceded him in death.
Jim is survived by three brothers and three sisters, Ted and Martha Williams, Tom and Cyndy Williams, Mike and...
Sandra Bowen
Jan 19, 2026
Sandra Gale Bowen was born on May 29, 1954, the daughter of the late Homer and Louise Harris Turnbow. On June 8, 1973, she was united in marriage to Freddie Bowen who survives.
Of all of Sandra’s working years, her favorite job was as a nursing home CNA. Her passion for caring for others was apparent in all aspects of her...
Jeffrey Lynn Welch
Jan 18, 2026
With heavy hearts, the family shares the passing of a husband, father, and grandfather who meant the world to them.
Jeffrey Lynn Welch, born January 7, 1953, in Savannah, Tennessee, to the late Daniel Sydney Welch and Alma Jean Cook Welch, both who preceded him in death.
Jeffrey was a man who loved quietly, fiercely, and with a faith that shaped everything...
Ronald D. Foster
Jan 18, 2026
Ronald D. Foster, 75, of Savannah, went home to be with Jesus on January 18, 2026. He was born on April 26, 1950, to Lamayone and Melvagene Foster in Little Rock, Arkansas. As a young child, he moved to St. Louis, where he remained until relocating to Cahokia, Illinois in 1965. Soon after, his life was forever changed when he...
David Anton Powell
Jan 17, 2026
David Anton Powell was born on March 9, 1958, in Columbus, Georgia, the son of the late Henry A. Powell and Helga Scheaer Powell. From an early age, David developed a quiet strength, a strong work ethic, and a deep sense of duty—qualities that would define his life.
David proudly served his country in both the United States Army and the...
Betty Adams
Jan 17, 2026
Betty Adams was born on July 4, 1938 in Decaturville, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Fred and Molly Walker Gordon.
On February 22, 1955, she was united in marriage to David Edward Adams, who preceded his wife in death on November 6, 1995.
Mrs. Adams worked as a seamstress for Clifton Manufacturing. She was a member of First Pentecostal Church in...
Patricia White
Jan 17, 2026
Patricia White was born on January 17, 1951 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Woodrow and Ruth Pickens Hutton.
On April 7, 1978, she was united in marriage to Cecil White, who survives.
Patricia worked as a teacher and principal at Walker Elementary School. She was a member of Walnut Grove Church of Christ and enjoyed watching Hallmark movies.
Patricia White...
James Allen Williams
Jan 17, 2026
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
James Allen Williams was born on February 9, 1948 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late JT and Jewell Minton Williams.
Mr. Williams honorably served his country in the United States Army for 3 years. He was of the Church of Christ faith.
James Allen Williams departed this life on January 17, 2026 in Savannah,...
Doris Jane Plunk
Jan 17, 2026
Doris Jane Plunk, a beloved wife, mother, and Nanny, was born on May 8, 1956, in Metropolis, Illinois, to the late Jimmy James and Mary Lois Pipes Rippy.
Doris was united in marriage to Ronnie Keith Plunk, on April 1, 1977. Their nearly 49 years together were filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Doris dedicated herself to her work at Garan...
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