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Earseal Mathis Richardson

Earseal Mathis Richardson

Jan 26, 2026

EARSEAL MATHIS RICHARDSON

Jackson, TN: Mrs. Earseal Mathis Richardson age 94, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital with her family at her side.

She was born November 25, 1931, in Yuma, TN.

She worked as a caretaker up until she was 92. She was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Yuma, TN.

Earseal loved the...

Paulette Franks

Paulette Franks

Jan 26, 2026

Paulette Franks was born on November 6, 1960 in Jackson, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Ernest D. and Helen Levern Hampton Cagle.

Paulette enjoyed going camping and vacationing at the beach. She also liked to spend time at the pool and was a member of the Burnt Church pool. Most of all, Paulette loved her family. She took pride in...

Royce Jones

Royce Jones

Jan 26, 2026

Royce Jones, a cherished member of the Woodrun Community, passed away peacefully in his home on January 26, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on February 25, 1938, in Memphis, Tennessee, Royce lived a life filled with devotion to family, career, and faith.

Royce dedicated 30 years of his professional life to International Harvester, culminating in his retirement as a...

Bonnie Beaird

Bonnie Beaird

Jan 25, 2026

Mrs. Bonnie Laura (Cecil) Beaird life passed away on January 25th, 2026 at Henderson Health and Rehab in Henderson, TN at the age of 85 years young. Bonnie was born March 2nd, 1940 in Colbert, Oklahoma. She was the daughter of the late Oggie, “Jack,” Cecil and the late Lucile (Louge) Cecil. She was preceded in death by her siblings:...

George Kenneth "Speedy" Stricklin

George Kenneth "Speedy" Stricklin

Jan 24, 2026

George Kenneth "Speedy" Stricklin was born on June 28, 1942 to the late Ora Lee Moore Stricklin Todd and the late George Walker Stricklin.

George graduated from Adamsville High School in 1960. He went on to study electrical and refrigeration at William R. Moore College of Technology in Memphis, TN.

George coached Little League Baseball for several years in the 1960s/70s.

Many people...

Jimmy A. Mitchell

Jimmy A. Mitchell

Jan 24, 2026

Jimmy Allen Mitchell, age 82, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 16, 1943, Jimmy lived a life marked by faith, humility, and devotion to those he loved most.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marcus Hardin Mitchell and Mary Marine Willis Mitchell. He is survived by his beloved...

Larry Wayne Crunk

Larry Wayne Crunk

Jan 23, 2026

Larry Wayne Crunk, age 76, of Cypress Inn, TN, passed away on January 23, 2026. He was born on April 10, 1949, in Florence, AL, he was the son of the late John Leo and Mary Alice Howard Deaver.

Larry's life was marked by love and commitment when he married his beloved Kay Smith on December 18, 1970. Together, they embraced...

Nellie P. Benson Carroll

Nellie P. Benson Carroll

Jan 23, 2026

Nellie P. Benson Carroll

was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on September 4, 1941, the daughter of the late George Richard and Mamie Austin Benson.

Nellie was united in marriage to Clovis Carroll, who preceded his wife in death on September 29, 2000.

Nellie was a well known housekeeper, her home was always spotless. She worked in the housekeeping department at Hardin Medical...

Sheree Michele Welch

Sheree Michele Welch

Jan 22, 2026

Sheree Michele Welch

March 18, 1970 – January 22, 2026

Sheree Michele Welch, 55, of Hernando, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Though her passing leaves an unfillable void, the warmth and compassion she shared will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew her.

Born on March 18, 1970, in Newport...

Fred Michael DeLong

Fred Michael DeLong

Jan 22, 2026

Fred Michael DeLong was born on May 6, 1973 in Wabash, Indiana, the son of the late Fred and Margaret Cook DeLong.

On October 21, 1993, he was united in marriage to Lorri Ann Handing, who preceded her husband in death on June 9, 2019.

Fred worked at Moore's Sawmill in Adamsville, Tennessee. He enjoyed working on things and being a mechanic.

Fred...

John Wesley Mealer

John Wesley Mealer

Jan 22, 2026

John Wesley Mealer, born on September 7, 1953, in Jackson, Tennessee, was the beloved son of the late Wesley Martin and Bernice M. Inman Mealer. A proud graduate of McNairy Central High School and Vo-Tech in Crump, Tennessee

John had a diverse set of passions; he found joy in woodworking, sewing, and nurturing plants, along with a love for experimenting with...

Kenneth West

Kenneth West

Jan 22, 2026

KENNETH WEST

Henderson, TN: Kenneth Elzie West, age 76, passed away January 22, 2026, at his home.

He was born July 27, 1949, in St. Louis, MO, the son of the late Elzie Noel and Susie Katerine Bowling West and lived in St. Louis, MO until his family moved to Henderson in 1961. He attended school in Chester County and got his...

Peggy Stanfill

Peggy Stanfill

Jan 22, 2026

Funeral Services for Peggy Sue Stanfill, age 92, will be 2:00 PM Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026 at Shackelford Funeral Directors - Crook Avenue Chapel in Henderson with burial to follow in Unity Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Crook Ave. Chapel from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM Sunday.

Miss Stanfill graduated from Chester County High School in May 1951 and went...

Bernice Buckley

Bernice Buckley

Jan 22, 2026

BERNICE BUCKLEY

Henderson, TN: Mary Bernice Cupples Buckley age 94, passed away January 22, 2026, at her home.

She was born July 28, 1931, in Henderson, TN, the daughter of the late William Atlas and Bessie Jane Wyatt Cupples. She grew up and attended school in Henderson.

She married William Carl Buckley, Jr., in 1945, and they shared a daughter together, Tammy.

She worked...

Billy Ross Jackson

Billy Ross Jackson

Jan 21, 2026

Billy Ross Jackson departed this life at the age of 60 years 10 months and 17 days at Matagorda Regional Medical Center in Bay City, TX on January 21, 2026. He was born March 4, 1965 in West Memphis, Arkansas the son of the late Clifford Dean and Glenda Marie Hammock Jackson.

Billy married (his Doll) Beth LaVon Cummings on March...

Barbrey "Barbara" Burns

Barbrey "Barbara" Burns

Jan 21, 2026

Barbara Ann West McWilliams Burns

January 19th, 1946-January 21st, 2026

Barbara Ann West McWilliams Burns passed away peacefully at her home in Florence, Alabama on Wednesday January 21st, 2026, at the age of 80 years old. She was born January 19th, 1946, in Wayne County, TN to the late Ross and Willodean West.

Barbara dedicated many years to her career as a housekeeper....

Janice Lambert

Janice Lambert

Jan 21, 2026

Janice Lambert was born on March 13, 1954 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Brown and Margaret Franks Mitchell.

Janice was the owner and operator of Country Florist and Ceramics in Savannah, Tennessee. She was a very talented artist and enjoyed painting and making flowers. She also created many beautiful ceramic pieces from scratch with incredible detail on...

Terry Wayne Hampton

Terry Wayne Hampton

Jan 20, 2026

Terry Wayne Hampton, age 83, passed away on January 20th, 2026. He was born on September 14th 1942, and lived in Camden, Tennessee.

Terry was known for his gentle spirit, warm smile, and generous heart. He had a way of making people feel seen and valued, always speaking peacefully and looking directly into their eyes to ensure they were truly heard....

Teresa Gail Thornton Talley

Teresa Gail Thornton Talley

Jan 20, 2026

Teresa Gail Talley, born March 22, 1957, passed away in Memphis under the loving care of her family. Her final days were peaceful and filled with comfort.

Teresa was born in San Diego, California, while her father was serving in the military. His service meant the family moved often, but she spent most of her childhood and formative years in Charlotte,...

Joyce Sue Sissom

Joyce Sue Sissom

Jan 20, 2026

JOYCE SUE SISSOM

Henderson, TN: Joyce Sue Hopper Sissom age 78, passed away January 20, 2026, at her home.

She was born May 12, 1947, in Henderson, TN, the daughter of the late L.V. and Lois Ella Flatt Hopper. She attended Matthews, MO Elementary School. Joyce lived in MO but always made her way back to TN.

She married Charles ‘Butch’ Sissom. They...

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