Bobby Joe Hunter
Aug 19, 2023
Pinson, TN: Mr. Bobby Joe Hunter, age 57 of Pinson died Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born in Jackson, TN on March 27, 1966, son of the late Clay Marcus Hunter and the late Beverly Jean Duncan Swope. He grew up in Pinson and attended Southside High School in Jackson.
He enjoyed doing...
Gracie Mildred Kirby
Aug 19, 2023
Gracie Mildred Kirby, a beloved homemaker and caregiver, passed away on August 19, 2023, at the age of 83, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Gracie, born on December 11, 1939, in Hardeman County, TN, dedicated her life to taking care of her family and providing comfort to others. She lived most of her life in the county.
Services will be...
James Kenneth Sullivan
Aug 19, 2023
James Kenneth Sullivan
was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on October 25, 1940, the son of the late Reeder Owen and Hazel Hardin Sullivan.
James worked as a supervisor for Brown Shoe Company for 24 years. He worked for the company in Savannah, Tennessee and then moved with the company to St. Louis Missouri and eventually worked in China....
Barbara Sappington
Aug 19, 2023
Barbara Sappington was born on July 21, 1945 in Okolona, Mississippi, the daughter of the late J.W. Jolly and Lucille Abbott.
Barbara retired from the nursing field where she worked as a licensed practical nurse. She loved flowers, working in the yard, reading, and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Barbara Sappington departed this life on August 19,...
Linda Jacobs
Aug 18, 2023
LINDA JACOBS
Finger, TN: Linda Faye Barnes Jacobs, age 77, passed away Friday August 18, 2023, at the emergency room of Jackson General Hospital after an automobile accident earlier in the afternoon.
She was born in Jackson and grew up in Selmer, the daughter of the late Raymond Cleo “R.C.” and Freddie Mae Tackett Barnes. She graduated from McNairy...
Ronald Lane Talbott
Aug 18, 2023
RONALD LANE TALBOTT
June 30, 1949 – August 18, 2023
Ronald Lane Talbot was born June 30, 1949, at Webb-Williamson Hospital in Jackson, TN to the late L.E. Talbott and Faye McIntyre Talbott. He was raised in Finger, TN and attended elementary school there. He graduated from Chester County High School in 1967. That fall, he was a member...
Charles Malone
Aug 18, 2023
CHARLES MALONE
Jacks Creek, TN: Charles Daniel Malone age 89 passed away August 18, 2023, at his home.
He was born June 3, 1934, in Chester County, the Sweetlips Community, the son of the late Dan Larson and Fleity Record Malone. He attended Chester County Schools, graduating in 1952. He married Elizabeth Massey in 1959. They made their home in...
Mary Julia Adkisson
Aug 18, 2023
Mary Julia Thomas entered the world on May 22, 1934, born in Savannah, Tennessee to Okla Orville “O. O.” and Frankie Barker Thomas. She attended school in her hometown, eventually earning her high school diploma before marrying the love of her life, Robert Hassell “Bob” Adkisson on June 6, 1953. They had almost 66 wonderful years together before his death...
Lt. Col. James Marshal "Jim" Anderson, Sr.
Aug 17, 2023
GATLINBURG, TN – Lt. Col. James Marshal “Jim” Anderson, Sr., age 86, of Gatlinburg, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023, at NHC Place, Cool Springs in Franklin, TN.
Graveside services are 2 pm, Sunday, August 20, at the Ames Plantation Cemetery in Grand Junction, TN.
He was a 1954 graduate of Batesville (MS) High School. He attended Freed-Hardeman College...
Theodore "Teddy" Joseph Deschler
Aug 16, 2023
Theodore Joseph Deschler (45) passed away unexpectedly in Henderson on August 16, 2023. Born April 27, 1978, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The son of Timothy and Bonnie Deschler. Teddy lived his rambunctious young life with his older brother Russell Deschler. Teddy was strong willed and stubborn at times, but he also had enormous heart and wonderful sense of humor. ...
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,...
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