Obituary Listing

Sep 17, 2025

Sheree Smiddy Mott, 59, of Middleton, departed this life Wednesday morning, September 17, 2025, at her home.  Arrangements are incomplete.

Sep 16, 2025

Walter, Edgar Lee "Legs" Willis, age 56, died September 16, 2025 at his home in Henderson.

He was born in Montgomery, WV on October 14, 1968, son of Walter Burt and Esta Luella Strickland Willis.

He grew up in the Hilltop/Mifflin area of Chester County, TN and attended Chester County schools.

He worked as a roofer for Rodney Butler, cooked BBQ for Jimmy...

Sep 16, 2025

Simone V. Ferge, a loving mother, grandmother, and treasured member of her community, passed away on September 16, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on December 4, 1948, in Austria, Simone made Fayette County her lifelong home and embraced the community with warmth and kindness.

A proud graduate of Fayette County High School in 1967, Simone dedicated...

Sep 16, 2025

Gus Willis, age 53, passed away Tuesday morning surrounded by his family.

He was born Estell Curtis Allen Willis (but had always gone by his nickname Gus) on November 11, 1971, in Jackson, TN son of Walter Burt and Esta Luella Strickland Willis.

Gus grew up in the Hilltop/Mifflin area of Chester County and attended Chester County schools.

He worked at Latham Dairy...

Sep 16, 2025

Grady Jackson was born in Mississippi and passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Tennessee on Tuesday September 16, 2025. He was the son of the late Grady and Dee Jackson. Grady was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Louise Taylor Jackson, whom he dearly loved and cared for until her passing in 2023.

Grady grew...

Sep 15, 2025

Cynthia (Cindy) Holloway, a cherished soul, was born on January 10, 1966, in Moulton, Alabama, to the late James Troy Thomas and Sells Stutts. Her journey through life was filled with love, kindness, and a deep appreciation for family and friends.

On February 14, 1993, Cindy found love with Alford L. Holloway, sharing a beautiful marriage until his passing on March...

Sep 15, 2025

Rodney Bowden departed this life on Monday, September 15, 2025 at the age of 46 years, 4 months, and 28 days. Arrangements are currently incomplete and will be updated on Saturday, September 20th, after 11:00 AM.

Sep 15, 2025

Sep 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Grace Marie Bonelli Roberts, age 81, who left us on September 15, 2025, in Florence, AL. She was born on May 22, 1944, Grace was the daughter of the late Francis and Gladys Chadwick Bonelli.

Grace dedicated many years of her life to her work, starting at H.D. Lee in...

Sep 14, 2025

Allie "Lorene" Wilkerson was born on March 7, 1935 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Samuel and Belle McConnell Copeland.

On November 5, 1950, she was united in marriage to James Wilkerson, who preceded his wife in death on August 1, 2020.

Lorene was raised in the Burnt Church Community in Hardin County. She was a member of Calvary...

Sep 13, 2025

Jeannine Reynolds, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and grandmother, was born on June 29, 1951, in Trenton, Tennessee. She was the cherished daughter of the late B. M. and Bertha Killingsworth Moffett. 

On January 4, 1993, she united in marriage with her dear husband, Jackie Reynolds, beginning partnership that would be filled with love and support.

Throughout her life, Jeannine was known...

Sep 13, 2025

Dr. Earl D. Edwards April 13, 1933 – September 13, 2025

Dr. Earl D. Edwards, 92, a devoted preacher, missionary, scholar, and educator whose life exemplified unwavering faith and service to the Lord, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025, after a heartfelt day of door-knocking in his cherished community—a fitting close to a lifetime of sharing God's love with all he...

Sep 13, 2025

Mrs. Juanita Almagene Smith Freeman, age 92, died Saturday evening, September 13, 2025 at her home in Bartlett, TN.

Juanita was born in Big Sandy, TN on February 9, 1933, daughter of the late Raymond Richard and Lindy Pearl Ratliff Smith. She grew up in Bethel Springs, TN and graduated from Bethel Springs High School.

She married Arthur Lee Freeman, Jr. on...

Sep 12, 2025

Mary Eva Cossar King, a cherished soul and devoted family member, was born on January 25, 1940, in Hardeman County, Tennessee, and passed away on September 12, 2025, at the Wellstar Paulding Medical Center in Hiram, Georgia. She leaves behind a legacy that is painted with love, resilience, and artistry.

Mary Eva devoted a significant portion of her life to a...

Sep 12, 2025

Peggy LaRue Evans, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend, born on October 9, 1944, in Selmer, TN, to the late L.D. and Euthia Rinks LaRue. With a heart full of love and a spirit that touched many, Peggy embarked on a beautiful journey filled with cherished memories and meaningful connections.

On June 30, 1962, Peggy joined her life with David E....

Sep 12, 2025

Barbara Ann Barnhill was born on August 16, 1938 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Everett Carol Morris and Miriam O'Neal Ellis Callens.

On December 21, 1957, she was united in marriage to Dan William Barnhill. She loved her husband dearly and they were married for 63 years when Dan preceded his wife in death on October 12,...

Sep 11, 2025

Patricia Elizabeth McBride Brumbelow, 86, passed away on September 11, 2025, in St. Augustine, Florida, near family. She was born on October 7, 1938 in Middleton, Tennessee, the daughter of William Leslie McBride and Lizzie Ola Stewart McBride, who preceded her in death. Pat was a person of service and love of family.

She was also preceded in death by her...

Sep 10, 2025

We gather here to honor and celebrate the life of Ashpy William Orndoff Jr., passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on August 31, 1940, to the late Ashpy Williams Sr. and Ruth Estelle Legas Orndoff..

Ashpy honorably served in the United States Navy from 1962 to 1966 during the Vietnam War, making his...

Sep 10, 2025

John Anthony Cummings, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on September 10, 2025, in Corinth, MS. He was born on December 31, 1961, in Selmer,  TN, and graduated from McNairy Central High School in the class of 1980. Later in life John attended Crump Vocational-Technical School, where he earned his certification to become a licensed electrician.

With a diverse...

Sep 10, 2025

Delaina Marie Norton Barnes, 22, of Middleton, passed from this life Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Regional One Medical Center in Memphis. 

She was born in Jackson, TN on Thursday, January 2, 2003, and lived all her life in Middleton.  Delaina had attended D . A . Y College of Cosmetology and currently worked as a cab fabricator at Thyssen-Krupp Elevators...