Gail Youngblood
Jul 26, 2026
Gail Youngblood, a devoted homemaker, caring wife, and deeply loved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 5, 1948, in Selmer, Tennessee, she was the cherished daughter of the late Leonard Houston Crabb and Mary Emma Reed Crabb. On June 30, 1972, Gail was united in marriage to...
Ray Jackson
Jul 26, 2026
Ray Jackson, born Doris Ray Jackson on August 28, 1951, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at the age of 74. Known for his hard work, warm spirit, and deep love for family, Ray’s life was a testament to the virtues of dedication and kindness.
Ray devoted his professional years to working as a truck driver. In that demanding role,...
Esta Warren
Jul 26, 2026
Esta Warren, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Mercer, Tennessee, on July 26, 2026. Born on September 4, 1953, in Hardeman County, Tennessee, Esta lived seventy-two years guided by warmth, compassion, and steadfast devotion to her loved ones.
Throughout her life, Esta found joy in caring for others—both in her career and at home....
Peggy Sue Thompson
Jul 26, 2026
PEGGY SUE THOMPSON
Jackson, TN: Peggy Sue King Thompson age 90, passed away July 26, 2026, at Maplewood Nursing Home in Jackson.
She was born May 19, 1936, in Jackson and raised in Bemis, TN., the daughter of the late J.W. "Bud" and Eva Fortune King. She graduated from Bemis High School and attended West TN Business College.
She married Jerry C. Thompson...
Steve "Poppy" Skipper
Jul 24, 2026
Steve Skipper, known affectionately as Poppy, passed away on July 24th, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on November 19th, 1945 to father Edgar Bilbo and mother Carrie Lee Skipper of Picayune, MS. He is one of four children, brother Gabriel Skipper (deceased) and Byron Skipper (surviving) and sister Gaylene O’Cain (spouse, Jim O’Cain surviving).
Steve leaves behind...
Junior Jordan
Jul 24, 2026
Junior Thomas Jordan, 83, of Bolivar, Tennessee, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, after a courageous battle with leukemia.
Born on July 4, 1943, in Madison County, Tennessee, Junior was the son of the late James Thomas Jordan and Mary Lee Jenkins Jordan. He worked at Harman Automotive as an industrial electrician for 34 years before retiring. He made many...
Don Harris
Jul 24, 2026
Donald Ray Harris was born on August 10, 1946, to Raymond and Mabel Harris in Bolivar, TN. He attended school in Bolivar all 12 years, graduating in 1964. He was an outstanding athlete. He was a champion pitcher and catcher in Little League, quarterback on the Central High School football team, an outstanding diver and gymnast and worked as a...
Edgar "Ernie" Clayton, Jr.
Jul 23, 2026
Edgar “Ernie” Clayton, Jr
Edgar Ernest Clayton, Jr., known to everyone as “Ernie,” was born on January 7, 1968, in Savannah, Tennessee, to Billie Clayton and the late Buddy Clayton. On November 27, 1987, he married his high school sweetheart, Cindy Crow Clayton, who survives. Ernie departed this life on July 23, 2026, at the age of 58.
A proud military veteran,...
Mabel Adams
Jul 23, 2026
Mabel Adams departed this life on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Savannah, Tennessee, at the age of 94 years, 7 months, and 14 days.
Willa Dean Bonelli
Jul 23, 2026
Willa Dean Lancaster Bonelli, age 77, of Iron City, Tennessee, departed this life on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
Willa Dean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Vincent Bonelli, and her daughter, Melissa Bonelli.
She is survived by her two sons, Jeffery Bonelli of Iron City, TN and Timothy Bonelli of Athens, AL. Three grandchildren, David Joe Bonelli, Christian Lee Bonelli,...
Wayne Sexton
Jul 23, 2026
Wayne Sexton, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Atoka, Tennessee. Born on July 2, 1941, in Tiplersville, Mississippi, Wayne’s life was marked by integrity, dedication, and care for those around him.
Wayne spent over two decades working as a mechanic with the Hershey Candy Company in Memphis, a position...
Bonnie "Charlie" Kingrey
Jul 21, 2026
This is a public notice from Shackelford Funeral Directors.
Shackelford Funeral Directors is currently caring for Bonnie "Charlie" Kingrey, age 66, of Collinwood, Tennessee, who passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
At this time, no next of kin or legal authorized representative has been located. Anyone who may be a family member or who has information regarding the family is respectfully...
Bobby Lewis Thompson
Jul 21, 2026
Bobby Lewis Thompson was born on August 9, 1938, in Humboldt, Tennessee, the son of the late Eugene and Pauline Nanney Thompson.
He was united in marriage to Vicki Blankenship on July 1, 2000, beginning a marriage filled with love, companionship, and cherished memories.
Bobby was a kind and gentle man who found joy in life's simple pleasures. He dedicated 33 years...
Cecile Warren
Jul 21, 2026
Mrs. Cecile Warren, age 88 of Medon, passed away on July 21, 2026. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 23 at Shackelford’s in Bolivar from 6:00pm – 9:00pm, and on Friday, July 24 at Shandy Baptist Church from 12pm – 2pm with funeral services to follow at 2pm. Burial will be at the Shandy Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Warren worked...
Bennie David Miller
Jul 20, 2026
Bennie David Miller was born on November 12, 1947, in Leapwood, Tennessee, the son of the late Leonard Charles and Mollie Jane Ganus Miller.
Ben grew up right here in Crump where he, his mother Mollie, brother Jim and sister Martha lived close to Mollie’s brother Hoss Ganus’ family. Both Ben and Jim had a special bond with those Ganus relatives...
Amy Sargent Crafton
Jul 20, 2026
Amy Dell Sargent Crafton, 74, of Somerville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on July 20, 2026, surrounded by her family, after battling cancer. Born March 19, 1952, to Howard and Myrtle Sargent, and raised in Haywood County, Amy lived a life defined by quiet, unwavering faith, resilient love, and tireless service to others.
For 32 years she was the...
Ronnie Mathis
Jul 20, 2026
Ronnie Eugene Mathis passed away peacefully at his home on July 20,2026 surrounded by the love of his family. A celebration of life will be on Wednesday, July 22 at 1:00 at Shackleford Funeral Home in Middleton, Tennessee with burial to follow at the Mathis Cemetery in Pocohontas, TN. Visitation for family will be from 11-11:30, regular visitation 11:30-1:00 on...
Myrl Talley
Jul 19, 2026
Myrl Talley was born on August 2, 1930, the daughter of the late Joe and Icie Henderson Elkins.
She was united in marriage to W.A. Talley, who preceded his wife in death on November 23, 1998.
Mrs. Talley worked as an inspector for Savannah Manufacturing. She enjoyed watching basketball and listening to gospel music. She also enjoyed attending church and was a...
Albert "Fat boy" Strickland
Jul 19, 2026
ALBERT “FAT BOY” STRICKLAND
Henderson, TN: Albert Strickland, age 67, passed away at his home on July 19, 2026, surrounded by his family.
He was born in Ansted, West Virginia on December 21, 1958, son of the late Orval Oral and Bertha Esta Neff Strickland.
Albert was a man who loved wood and spent over half his life being a carpenter. If you...
Crystal Dale Arcond
Jul 18, 2026
Crystal Dale Arcond, a woman of deep compassion, vibrant spirit, and limitless generosity, passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 49. Born in Lexington, Tennessee, on February 24, 1977, she was the beloved daughter of the late Dale Anthony Hill and Deborah Jean Melton.
Crystal’s defining trait was her innate desire to take care of people, always putting...
