James Craig Kelly
Aug 16, 2023
James Craig Kelly passed from this life on Wednesday August 16, 2023 at the age of 62. Mr. Kelly was born in Waynesboro TN on January 22, 1961 to James and Martha Ann Kelly of Clifton TN who survive. Mr. Kelly was a member of the First Baptist Church in Waynesboro. During his life he worked in retail and also as...
Carolyn Evelyn "Lisa" Porter Nutt
Aug 16, 2023
Carolyn Evelyn "Lisa" Porter Nutt was born February 18, 1946, in Lowndes, GA the daughter of the late M.G. and Evelyn Kinsey Porter. She was a member of the Zion Baptist Church and retired from Dura Automotive. Lisa departed this life on August 16, 2023 at the age of 77 years, 5 months, and 29 days.
She...
Mary Kay Gooch
Aug 16, 2023
Mary Kay Gooch, 70, of Bolivar, passed from this life Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
Mrs. Gooch was known for her big heart. Throughout her life, she cared for many foster children, exchange students and was a leader with the Cub Scouts. She was also known for being good with her hands, sewing, quilting and even practicing taxidermy. Currently, a member...
Bobby Eugene Burns
Aug 16, 2023
1st SGT Bobby “Pop” Burns
Bobby “Pop” Burns was born in Collinwood, Tennessee, on August 25, 1930, to the late Erby and Madgie Burns. His mother died when he was an infant; his older siblings, Herschel and Eva, aided his father with caretaking roles for him.
He graduated from Collinwood High School in 1949. At the age of 21,...
Pattie Sue Deming
Aug 16, 2023
Pattie Sue Deming, 81, of Hickory Valley, passed at her home Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
Ms. Deming was born Wednesday, July 29, 1942, in Somerville, TN, to Cheek and Ruby Graham Atkeison. She moved to Hickory Valley and then to Memphis in 1980 where she worked in sales at Dobbs Ford and would meet her "person," Ben King, aka...
Criss E. Murphy
Aug 16, 2023
Criss E. Murphy was born on July 2, 1936 in Waterloo, Alabama, the son of the late Daniel Tucker and Leona White Murphy.
On June 16, 2009, he was united in marriage to Jane Holt, who survives.
Mr. Murphy served as a traveling evangelist and was a member of Lord Jesus Christ Church. He enjoyed preaching, beginning at the age...
Jimmy Thomas
Aug 15, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy Thomas, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was born on September 1, 1932, in McNairy County, TN, to the late Lafayette (Fate) and Wille Mae Chambers Thomas.
Jimmy found his eternal love in Cleatous Moore, and on November 1, 1952, they embarked on a journey of...
Sally Elizabeth Kiestler
Aug 15, 2023
Sally Elizabeth Kiestler passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at the age of 69 years. She was born on May 19, 1954, in Edmonton Alberta, Canada, to the late William and Norma Geer.
Sally's life was marked by love and dedication. On May 19, 2001, she married James Kiestler and they shared many cherished moments together. Sally...
Eddie Bryson
Aug 15, 2023
EDDIE BRYSON
Henderson, TN: Edgar Pearl Bryson ag 87, passed away August 15, 2022, at Adamsville Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born September 1, 1935, in Memphis, TN the son of the late Fred and Louise Jackson Bryson. He grew up in Memphis and graduated from Humes High School in 1953. He attended Memphis State University and earned his...
Lynn Connor
Aug 15, 2023
LYNN CONNOR
Beech Bluff, TN: Anthony Lynn Connor, age 67 passed away Tuesday August 15, 2023, at his home.
He was born December 3, 1955, in Chester County and grew up in the New Friendship Community, the son of the late Kent and Marie Johnson Connor. He graduated from Chester County High School in 1973 and married Barbara Dianne Newsom,...
James William Franks Jr.
Aug 14, 2023
James William Franks Jr. was born June 22, 1944 in Wayne County, TN the son of the late James William Sr. and Sarah Marie Melson Franks. He was united in marriage to Diane Casner on April 13, 1969. James honorably served his country during the Vietnam era in the United States Army. James worked for many years at Genesco...
Lynda Meadows
Aug 13, 2023
LYNDA MEADOWS
Pinson, TN: Lynda Kaye Moore Meadows, age 76, passed away August 13, 2023, at her home.
She was born June 18, 1947, in McNairy County, the daughter of the late Prentice E. and Electa Flaye Kiser Moore. She grew up in McNairy County and was a 1965 graduate of Selmer High School.
She married Marvin Meadows...
Larry Plunk
Aug 12, 2023
Larry Plunk, a resident of Crump, TN, passed away on August 12, 2023 at the age of 80. He was born in Crump on March 28, 1943, to his late parents Grady and Jewell Gladish Plunk.
Throughout his life, Mr. Plunk dedicated himself to Pickwick Landing State Park, where he worked for an impressive 33 years. He attended First Pentecostal...
Bertha Darby Biniecki
Aug 11, 2023
Bertha Mae (Danley) Biniecki, 84, of Bloomington formerly of Winamac passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023 at the IU Health Bloomington Hospital.
She was born on December 24, 1938 in Greenhill, Alabama the daughter of Preston and Flora (Gooch) Danley. Bertha attended Rogers High School in Greenville, Alabama.
She married Tom Biniecki on July 16, 2001 in Lake...
Hugh C. Luna
Aug 11, 2023
Hugh C. Luna of Cordova passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023, at The Langford of Collierville. He was born on September 2, 1931, in Walnut, MS, to parents, the late Erskine Vaughn Luna and Minnie Curle Luna.Hugh had a successful career that spanned several decades. He began his professional journey working for Reynolds Aluminum in the 1950s and 1960s...
Barbara Ann Hurt
Aug 11, 2023
Barbara Ann Hurt was born on December 3, 1947, in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late J.C. and Lizzie Deshazier Smith.
Barbara retired from Wal- Mart. She attended Riverview Baptist Church. You could always find her watching a ballgame, especially the Atlanta Braves.
Barbara Ann Hurt departed this life on August 11, 2023 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age...
Troudy Ross
Aug 11, 2023
Troudy Ross, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many, passed away August 11, 2023, at the age of 72 years, 2 months, and 8 days.
She was born on June 3, 1951, in Neuhof, Germany. In 1980, she moved to the United States with her husband, Herbert Brous Ross, with whom she enjoyed 52 years of marriage....
Janie Maybelle Palmer
Aug 10, 2023
Janie Palmer
Eads, TN: Janie Maybelle Palmer, age 81, died Thursday morning, August 10, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital-Bartlett.
She was born in Dancyville, TN on August 17, 1941, daughter of the late Harry F. and Janie Tennessee Cleek Martin. She grew up in Finger, TN and attended Chester County High School. She later took some college courses.
She...
Dorthy Lambert
Aug 10, 2023
Dorthy Lambert was born April 5, 1939 in McNairy County, TN the daughter of the late Obie and Lucille Burks Farris.
She was united in marriage to Hansel Lambert on April 1, 1961. Mr. Lambert preceded her in death on March 8, 1980.
Mrs. Lambert was a member of Liberty church of Christ in Michie and loved her church...
Brenda Jeanette Kelley
Aug 9, 2023
Brenda Jeanette Borden Kelley was born January 28, 1954 in Russellville, AL the daughter of Mittie Cordelia Guin Borden and the late William Borden. She loved God and was of the Baptist faith. Brenda was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She never met a stranger and was a friend to everyone. Brenda loved spending time with her family,...
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