Obituary Listing

Deborah Bias Coffman

Deborah Bias Coffman

May 26, 2025

Deborah Bias Coffman, a cherished soul born on November 15, 1949, in Selmer, Tennessee, was the beloved daughter of the late Council Lawyer and Ervie Pauline Treece Bias. She embraced life with a vibrant spirit and a flair for creativity that emanated from her very being.

A proud graduate of Adamsville High School, class of 1967, Deborah further pursued her passion...

Carol Ehrett

Carol Ehrett

May 26, 2025

Carol Ehrett, 75, departed this life on Monday, May 26, 2025, at her home in Somerville.

The daughter of the late Sam and Virginia Melson, she was born in Jackson where she grew up in the Beech Bluff community and graduated from Beech Bluff High School.  Soon after, she went to work at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and on March 3,...

Jean Alexander

Jean Alexander

May 26, 2025

JEAN ALEXANDER

Henderson, TN: Jean Artherine McMullen Alexander, age 73 passed away May 26, 2025, at Henderson County Community Hospital.

She was born December 31, 1951, in Peoria, IL, the daughter of the late Harry Edward and Netress Viola Palmer McMullen. She grew up in Morton, IL.

She worked as a nurse at St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL for thirty years before...

Orvil Younger

Orvil Younger

May 26, 2025

Orvil Younger

was born in Adamsville, Tennessee on November 9, 1939, the son of the late James Younger and Willie Iola Pitts Younger.

On April 2, 2024, he was united in marriage to Bonnie Magline Allen, who survives.

Orvil served his country proudly in the United States Army. He worked as a Route Salesman for Budweiser Company. Orvil was a member of SPC...

Barbara Lankford

Barbara Lankford

May 26, 2025

Barbara Lankford

was born in Garden City, Michigan on July 20, 1962, the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Helen Irene Milan Wells.

On January 9, 2000, she was united in marriage to Billy Ray Lankford, who survives.

Barbara worked as a nanny in her younger years and also worked as a sales representative for Target. She was loving and caring and...

Valerie Jolly

Valerie Jolly

May 25, 2025

Valerie Jolly was born on May 30, 1947 in Ft. Lee, New Jersey, the daughter of the late Harry and Georgette Lavit Rosenbaum.

On May 4, 1990, she was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Jolly, who survives.

Mrs. Jolly retired from Accudata Market Research, where she worked as a general manager. She truly loved everyone and enjoyed spending time with family.

Valerie...

Lillie Mae Reece

Lillie Mae Reece

May 25, 2025

Lillie Mae Reece, a beloved member of the Saulsbury community, slipped peacefully from this world on May 25, 2025, at the Maplewood Healthcare Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on May 20, 1938, in Saulsbury, she dedicated her life to serving others and nurturing the beauty around her. She retired in 1999 from the Department of Human Services, where her compassion...

Donna Walker

Donna Walker

May 24, 2025

Donna Walker was born on September 16, 1968 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of the late Teddy and Geraldine Williams.

On March 3, 2013, she was united in marriage to Danny Walker, who survives.

Mrs. Walker attended Sinner's Hope Church in Sardis, Tennessee. During the early 2000s, she owned the Milledgeville Cafe and later ran a restaurant in Tacoma, Washington, prior...

Ralph Gage

Ralph Gage

May 24, 2025

Leo Ralph Gage, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at the age of 90. His life was a testament to hard work, ingenuity, love of family, and an unshakable spirit of independence.

Born on July 7, 1934 to the late Aubrey and Willie Plunk Gage, Ralph lived a full and remarkable...

James Ellis Mathis

James Ellis Mathis

May 24, 2025

James Ellis Mathis 

February 6, 1948 - May 24, 2025

32 Degree Mason, Interpreter for the Deaf, Seminary Student

James Ellis Mathis, 77, of Pocahontas, TN, passed away in his home on May 24, 2025.Ellis was born in Brownfield, MS on February 6, 1948 to Troy and Willie Daphene Mathis. The first child of a U.S. Airman, he attended high school overseas at...

Carolyn Graves Moss

Carolyn Graves Moss

May 24, 2025

Carolyn Graves Moss went to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was born February 8, 1941 to Buster Graves and Mattie Dowty Graves.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jon Moss; and brother, Woodson (Woody) Graves.

Carolyn was a member of First Baptist Church, Grand Junction and was a Master Gardener. She...

Clea Wilson

Clea Wilson

May 24, 2025

Clea Wilson, a beloved figure in the community of Medon, Tennessee, departed this earthly realm on May 24, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and remarkable accomplishments. Born in Madison County, Tennessee, on February 25, 1939, Clea was a vibrant spirit known for his unwavering commitment to family, work, and his community.

Clea retired...

Martha W. Jordan

Martha W. Jordan

May 24, 2025

Martha W. Jordan departed this life on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in Adamsville, Tennessee, at the age of 85 years, 9 months, and 6 days. No services will be held. 

Farley Guy

Farley Guy

May 24, 2025

Farley Rich Guy

June 20, 1935 - May 24, 2025

Mr. Farley Guy, age 89, passed away Saturday morning at Henderson Health and Rehab.

Farley was a father, grandfather, and friend. He had a passion for horses, and has owned and operated many riding stables. His spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Farley was born in Moscow, TN,...

Gail Wilson

Gail Wilson

May 23, 2025

Gail Wilson, a beloved member of her community and cherished family matriarch, passed away on May 23, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee just a few hours before her precious husband, Clea Wilson, passed away in Memphis.  Born on April 1, 1949, in Hardeman County, Tennessee, she lived a life filled with love and dedication to her family, faith, and the simple...

Richard McGee

Richard McGee

May 23, 2025

Richard McGee was born on June 19, 1947 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Ether and Verlon McCain McGee.

On December 2, 2011, he was united in marriage to Tila Holloway, who survives.

Richard was a member of Counce First United Pentecostal Church. He loved to talk to people about the Lord. He would walk up to people, no matter...

Christopher Lee Johns, II

Christopher Lee Johns, II

May 22, 2025

Christopher Lee Johns, II was born on May 27, 2000 in Titusville, Florida, the son of Christopher Lee Johns and Cindy Yates.

Christopher worked for Domino's Pizza in Savannah, Tennessee. He liked to go fishing and was known as a collector of all things, especially coins. Christopher also enjoyed music and loved to sing and play different types of instruments.

Christopher Lee...

Paul Joyner

Paul Joyner

May 22, 2025

Paul Joyner passed away on May 22, 2025 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 86 years, 3 months, and 22 days. Born on February 1, 1939 in Finger, TN to the late Oscar and Lueela Williams Joyner. Paul's life was filled with love, joy, and cherished memories.

In his late teens, Paul began working at Baker Brother’s Upholstery in Jackson, TN....

Paul Peterson

Paul Peterson

May 22, 2025

PAUL PETERSON

Paul Thomas Peterson age 84, was born in Marianna, Arkansas, on June 20, 1940, the son of the late Robert & Mattie Turner Peterson.

When he was young, he helped his dad farm for several years. He worked at factories, drove a truck, worked at waste management in Henderson and Cabo and worked at a furniture store until he retired...

Mattie Sue Kirk

Mattie Sue Kirk

May 21, 2025

Mattie Sue Kirk was born October 9, 1948 in McNairy County, TN the daughter of the late Jessie Eugene Foster and Thelma Christine Lacefield Foster. Mrs. Kirk, lovingly known as “Mam” to her close family and friends, passed away peacefully at her home in Oakland, Tennessee, on May 21, 2025 with her beloved family member at her bedside.

As a child,...