Anthony Wilson
Dec 17, 2023
Anthony Wilson, a family man, avid hunter, and engineer, passed away December 17, 2023, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on February 6, 1975, in Jackson to James R. Wilson, who preceded him in death, and Judy Patterson Wilson of Medon, who survives, Anthony lived a life filled with love, faith, and meaningful connections.Anthony's professional journey took him on a path of...
Dr. J. T. Lassiter
Dec 16, 2023
Dr. J. T. Lassiter was born on October 4, 1932 in Corinth, Mississippi, the son of the late Holder Dolgier and Pardie Ophelia Harrison Lassiter.
On December 10, 1960, he was united in marriage to Mary Virginia Cromwell, who survives.
Dr. Lassiter graduated from the Palmer College of Chiropractic and went on to own and operate his own clinic from...
David Lynn McKinnie
Dec 16, 2023
DAVID MCKINNIE
Medon, TN: David Lynn McKinnie, age 70, passed away December 16, 2023, at Tri Star Centennial Medical Center, from heart failure.
He was born July 28, 1953, in Bolivar, TN, the son of the late J.D. and Birdie Pearl Kiestler McKinnie. He grew up in the Hebron Community of Hardeman County and was a 1971...
Nona Goodrum
Dec 15, 2023
Nona F. Goodrum, a beloved member of the Selmer community, passed away on December 15, 2023, at the age of 93. She was born on August 1, 1930, in Selmer, Tennessee, to Arch and Grace Coleman Dunaway.
On February 12, 1949, she married J.V. "Pete" Goodrum. Their union brought them immeasurable happiness until Pete's passing on May 4, 1997.
In...
Roy Thompson
Dec 14, 2023
Roy Thompson of Huntsville, AL passed away on December 14, 2023 at the age of 80. He was a graduate of Mississippi State University and worked as an electronics engineer for the US Department of Defense Intelligence Agency until his retirement in 1994. He was a member of Morningside Baptist Church.
Roy was an avid reader interested in a broad...
Justin Lee Lambert
Dec 14, 2023
Justin Lee Lambert was born on May 12, 1988, the son of Scottie Lee and Wanda Lynn Pierce Lambert. He passed away on December 14, 2023, at the age of 35. He was a 2007 Graduate of Collinwood High School and a member of the West Lauderdale County Cowboy Church.
Justin worked for Lambert Construction as a Carpenter by trade....
Robert Lee Lipscomb
Dec 14, 2023
Robert Lee Lipscomb, passed away on December 14, 2023 in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee at the age of 70. Born on July 8, 1953 in Detroit, Michigan to Willodean and the late Grady Lee Lipscomb
Dedicated to his beliefs, Robert was a member of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. He found solace in studying the history of the Church and...
Russell McFadden
Dec 14, 2023
Russell McFadden was born on May 1, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Harding "Sug" and Pearline Thurbush McFadden.
On August 29, 1969, he was united in marriage to Debbie Brown, who survives.
Mr. McFadden honorably served his country in the United States Air Force from 1965-1969. He worked as an electrician for Tennessee Valley Authority and...
Rubye Goff Gean
Dec 14, 2023
Rubye Goff Gean was born on October 1, 1926 in Saltillo, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Loran Wylie and Vida Smith Goff.
On December 16, 1945, she was united in marriage to George Gilbert Gean, who preceded his wife in death on February 23, 2007.
Mrs. Gean had worked for Parsons Shirt Factory, Brown Shoe Company, Fred's Dollar Store,...
Neil Rushing
Dec 13, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Neil Rushing, who departed from this world on December 13, 2023. Born on January 23, 1997, in Savannah, TN, Neil was the beloved son of the late Christal Gale Patterson.
Neil's life was filled with a profound love for music. Whether he was playing his harmonica, flute, or bongos,...
Gregory Paul Long
Dec 13, 2023
Gregory Paul Long, born on December 8, 1957 was the beloved son of the late Willie Floyd Long and Mary Margaret Smothermon. On October 7, 1995, he entered into a lifelong partnership with his loving wife, Terri. After years of dedicated service to the Florence Police Department, he retired and began a new chapter in his life.
On December...
Wayne Deter
Dec 13, 2023
Wayne Deter was born on December 23, 1944 in Hudson, Michigan, the son of the late Fred and Dorothy Reed Deter.
On September 14, 1968, he was united in marriage to Millie Franks, who survives.
Mr. Deter worked for Ripley Industries for over 30 years. Wayne had a good sense of humor and loved to laugh, tell jokes, and aggravate...
Johnny Warren Garner
Dec 13, 2023
JOHNNY GARNER
Finger, TN: Johnny Warren Garner age 70, passed away Wednesday evening, December 13, 2023, at his home.
He was born April 13, 1953, in Henderson and grew up south of Henderson, the son of the late Warren G. and Bessie Faye Archer Garner. He attended Old Friendship School and East Chester Elementary and graduated from Chester County...
Rebecca Sue Moore
Dec 12, 2023
Rebecca Sue Moore, passed away on December 12, 2023 at her home, as her wishes, after a brief illness with her family by her side.
She was born on New Years Day, 1935 to Buford Paul (Peck) White and Myrtle Mae Willis White. Rebecca graduated Michie High School in 1952 and was married shortly thereafter to J.R. (Bully) Moore. She...
Rebecca Lynn Johnston
Dec 10, 2023
Rebecca L Johnston was born April 14, 1958, in Selmer, TN. She departed this life on December 10, 2023, in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 65 Years, 7 Months, 26 Days. She is survived by her mother, Norma Huckabee Browder; two brothers, Robert Browder and wife Susan of Knoxville, TN, Richard Browder and wife Karen of Charlotte, NC. Ms. Johnston was...
Mary Jane Louise Lemon
Dec 10, 2023
In loving memory, we celebrate the life of Mary Jane Louise Lemon, who was born on October 2, 1948, as the cherished daughter of the late John and Julia Galvin Toomey. She embarked on a beautiful journey, sharing 44 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Charles Lemon. Mary dedicated many years to her profession as an Office Administrator, touching...
Bobby Gene Smith
Dec 10, 2023
Bobby Gene Smith was born November 12, 1941 in McNairy County, TN the son of the late Oles Smith and Lola Bea Coln Smith. He departed this life on December 10, 2023 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 82 Years, 28 Days.
He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Ann Dillon on April 17, 1971. Mrs. Smith preceded...
David Tucker
Dec 10, 2023
DAVID BENTON TUCKER
September 6, 1940 – December 10, 2023
Henderson, TN: Mr. David Tucker age 83, passed away at his home on December 10, 2023, in Henderson.
He was born on September 6, 1940, to Earl and Emma Lou Russom Tucker. He grew up in Henderson and was a graduate of Chester County High School.
He was a...
Robert 'Bob' Day
Dec 10, 2023
ROBERT ‘BOB’ DAY
Henderson, TN: Robert Shannon Day age 83, passed away December 10, 2023, at Cordova Wellness & Rehabilitation in Memphis, TN.
Bob was born in Tampa, FL, the son Everett Clarence Day Sr. and Julia Shannon Day. He was the son of a preacher and lived all over Mississippi, including Fulton, New Albany, Corinth, and Water Valley,...
Carolyn Ann Thomas
Dec 10, 2023
Mrs. Carolyn Ann Thomas, age 81, passed away early Sunday morning, December 10, 2023 at her home in Henderson.
She was born in Selmer, TN March 14, 1942 daughter of the late Cecil and Robbie Redmon Clayton. She grew up in Bethel Springs and was a graduate of Selmer High School.
She attended Union University and earned a BS in...
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