Cecil Joe "CJ" Sharp
Dec 25, 2025
Cecil Joe "CJ" Sharp
was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on October 6, 1963, the son of the late Raymond Steve Sharp and Shirley Sue Newman Hazel.
Cecil worked on a tow boat for Ingram Barge Company and worked as a security guard before going to work for Ingram. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church. In his spare time, Cecil...
John I. Vincent, Jr.
Dec 25, 2025
John I. Vincent, Jr. was born on July 27, 1927, in Bolivar, Tennessee, where he spent his entire life. He passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, also in his beloved hometown. A dedicated member of the community, John was well known for his dedication to family, his career, and his unwavering commitment to service.
John's professional journey began with the...
Jeanie Juanita Hollis
Dec 24, 2025
Jeanie Juanita Hollis was born on February 27, 1957 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of Betty Hollis Franks and the late James Hollis, Sr.
Jeanie was a member of Love & Truth Church in Jackson, Tennessee and St. Johns Community Services. She loved to watch Tennessee sports and was a big UT Vols fan. She loved to socialize and never met...
James Earl Maples
Dec 24, 2025
James Earl Maples
was born in New Hope, Alabama on April 24, 1941, the son of the late Willie and Evelyn Bates Maples.
On August 1, 1964, he was united in marriage to Linda Faye Rainey, who survives.
James worked in production for Aqua Glass Corporation. James was a member of Meeks Grove Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee. In his spare time he...
Cindy Joyce Byrum Shipman
Dec 23, 2025
Cindy Joyce Byrum Shipman, age 62, of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, departed this life on December 23, 2025. She was born on May 16, 1963, in Jackson, Tennessee, the beloved daughter of the late Chester Thedford Byrum and Margaret Williams Byrum. On December 24, 1981, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Terry Shipman, beginning a devoted...
Michael Ross Gage
Dec 23, 2025
Michael Ross Gage, age 58, of Bethel Springs, Tennessee, passed away on December 23, 2025. He was born on June 11, 1967, in Selmer, Tennessee, the son of Evelyn Bishop Gage and the late John Ross Gage.
Michael was an equipment operator by trade and a hard worker by nature. He spent his life in construction, running heavy equipment and doing...
Doris King
Dec 23, 2025
DORIS KING
Hornsby, TN: Doris Lea Isbell King, age 93, passed away December 23, 2025, at Baptist Memorial East in Memphis.
She was born in McNairy County, and grew up in the Woodville Community, the daughter of the late William Claude and Virgie Irene Isbell. She graduated from Chester County High School and married Kirby King on April 21, 1951. They made...
Wanda Jean Thrasher Vallejo
Dec 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wanda Jean Thrasher Vallejo, age 76, who departed from this world on December 23, 2025. She was born in Collinwood, TN, on September 20, 1949, she was the beloved daughter of the late Elias and Viola Berry Thrasher. For many years, Wanda dedicated herself to her work, where she...
Patricia Ledford
Dec 23, 2025
Patricia Ledford, former Director of Emergency Communications had a passion for life and the works she directed. While battling cancer, she had a personal goal to create a functional Chester County Dispatch - 911 Center. She worked tirelessly to help design the center and equip it with the latest IT technology. Her wish was to take care of "her girls"...
Pam Vickers
Dec 22, 2025
Pam Vickers, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Middleton on December 22, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on June 27, 1958, in Bolivar, she spent her entire life in the heart of Middleton, where she made memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.
Pam's...
Annette Blalock
Dec 21, 2025
Annette Blalock, a beloved homemaker and dedicated member of her community, passed away on December 21, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on October 2, 1951, in Memphis, she was a woman who wore many hats throughout her life, working tirelessly on the family farm alongside her husband, Robert, and contributing her efforts in several factories.
Annette's...
Judy Ann Loftis
Dec 20, 2025
JUDY LOFTIS
Medon, TN: Judy Ann King Loftis, age 74, passed away December 20, 2025, at her home.
She was born August 22, 1951, in Bolivar, TN the daughter of the late James Newton and Thelma Alene King. She grew up in rural Chester County in a house with no running water until she was 10. She started school in a two-room...
Steve Sanders
Dec 20, 2025
STEVE SANDERS
Jackson, TN: James Steven Sanders, age 65, passed away December 20, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born September 6, 1960, in Henderson, the son of the late James Franklin and Elvie Lee Patterson Sanders. He grew up in the Montezuma Community of Chester County and was a 1978 graduate of Chester County High School.
He began working...
Debbie Strickland
Dec 20, 2025
Debbie Strickland was born November 14, 1958 in Ridgely, TN, the daughter of the late Robert Nello Williams and Martha Jane Boleyn Williams.
On January 2, 1973, she married Cecil Strickland, who preceded her in death on December 29, 2019. Together, they created a loving home filled with warmth and cherished memories.
Debbie had a appreciation for the beauty of nature, delighting...
Wanda Jean Torres
Dec 20, 2025
Jackson, TN: Wanda Jean Torres, age 84, died early Saturday morning at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
A full obituary will be posted soon.
There will be no local services.
Elaine Ford Sowell
Dec 20, 2025
Elaine Ford Sowell was born on September 6, 1952 in Wayne County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Willard and Goldie Banks Reaves.
On November 14, 2025, she was united in marriage to Kevin Sowell, who survives.
Elaine was employed at East Hardin Elementary School as a cafeteria worker. She donated monthly to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. She attended Cornerstone Baptist...
Abby "Granna" Denise Ross
Dec 19, 2025
Abby "Granna" Denise Ross departed from this life in Corinth, Mississippi on Friday, December 19, 2025. She was 57 years, 6 months, and 24 days. She was born in Hardin County, Tennessee, on May 25, 1968. She was born to the late Johnny Owen Goodlow and Dora Lee Ross. She was a member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church in...
Larry (Moe) Davis
Dec 19, 2025
Larry "Moe" Davis was born on June 5, 1951, in Finger, Tennessee, to the late Armor Eldon and Maggie Geneva Vires Davis. As the youngest of five siblings, he was truly loved and will be remembered fondly by those he leaves behind.
He was united in marriage to Patricia Elaine Sims on April 6, 1996. Pat passed away on September 17,...
Edna Naylor Majors
Dec 19, 2025
Edna Naylor Majors was born June 15, 1941 to the late Henry and Clara (Baker) Naylor. Edna retired from Kilgore and also worked at Western State, as well as Harman Automotive. In her leisure time she loved to keep her grandchildren, even if she had one or all, she enjoyed it. She loved to sew and quilt and gave many...
Kenneth Frazier
Dec 18, 2025
Kenneth Frazier
was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on September 21, 1946, the son of the late Otti and Marie Rhodes Frazier.
On August 1, 1966 he was united in Mary Jo Cummings, who preceded her husband in death on January 17, 2021.
He departed this life on Thursday, December 18, 2025 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 79 years, 2 months,...
