Vernette Sexton James
Dec 16, 2024
Vernette Sexton James, a devoted homemaker and beloved member of her community, passed away on December 16, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. She was born on January 26, 1938, and leaves behind cherished memories for her family and friends.
Vernette's career roles included being homemaker, Sears catalog sales representative, and ultimately retiring from Kroger. Despite her various professional pursuits, her...
Michael Hopkins
Dec 15, 2024
Michael Rudolph Hopkins, born on December 1, 1953, in Selmer, Tennessee, was a beloved son of Jean Surratt Hopkins and the late Rudolph Hopkins.
Mike was a member of The Springs of Bethel in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. Throughout his life, he called various places home, including Palmetto, Louisiana, and Smyrna, Tennessee. He dedicated many years to his work at Monogram in...
Lynda Gail English Wilkerson
Dec 15, 2024
Lynda Gail English Wilkerson
was born in Savannah, Tennessee on February 16, 1944 the daughter of the late Ralph English and Geraldine Moffett Bradford.
Lynda grew up in Savannah, Tennessee with many friends and family. She excelled in school and church. While in high school she was voted Homecoming Queen and most popular along with winning several beauty pageants. After high school,...
Billy Joe Pope
Dec 15, 2024
Billy Joe Pope, age 72, of Waynesboro, TN, passed away on December 15 , 2024. He was born on November 2, 1952, in Hohenwald, TN, the son of the late Robert and Margaret Walker Pope.
Billy's journey through life was marked by a deep love for his family and a dedicated work ethic. He married his beloved wife, Rebecca Ann Creecy,...
Gary Lee Lipford
Dec 15, 2024
Gary Lipford was born June 29, 1958 in Ypsilanti, MI the son of the late Wilford and Martha Fowler Lipford.
He was united in marriage to Sherry Barlow on May 8, 2004.
Mr. Lipford worked for over 35 years at World Color in Corinth, MS. He enjoyed watching westerns, yard work, traveling and working in his shop.
Mr. Lipford departed this life on...
Sgt. Rick N. Finley
Dec 14, 2024
Rick N. Finley, born on February 26, 1985, in Savannah, Tennessee, was a beloved son, dedicated husband, and devoted father. He was the cherished son of Terry Finley and the late Robbin Reinhardt, whose presence in his life will forever be missed.
On May 18, 2024, Rick was joyfully united in marriage to Amber Ballard, solidifying a bond that was rooted...
Zack Buehler
Dec 14, 2024
Zack Buehler, a beloved son, brother, and friend, was born on December 12, 2003, in Fairfax County, Virginia. He passed away tragically on December 14, 2024, in Macon, Georgia, just two days after celebrating his 21st birthday. His time on this earth was filled with an abundance of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
He loved fishing, riding four-wheelers, and indulging in...
David Brent Ross
Dec 13, 2024
DAVID ROSS
Beech Bluff, TN: David Brent Ross, age 75, passed away December 13, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born March 31, 1949, in Sardis, TN, the son of the late Seamon Ernest and Audrey Mae Bridges Ross. He grew up in Sardis and was a 1967 graduate of Sardis High School. He attended Freed Hardeman College then...
Marlin "Bubba" Hardin
Dec 13, 2024
Marlin "Bubba" Hardin was born on September 17, 1963 in Corinth, Mississippi, the son of the late John Everett Hardin and Shirley Juanita Briggs Scott.
Mr. Hardin spent most of his adult life working as a truck driver. He did cross country driving. The last few years, he hauled logs and cross ties. He also escorted trailers for Clayton Home for...
Gene Carter
Dec 13, 2024
Gene Carter
Henderson, TN: Mr. Ralton Gene Carter age 91, died Friday, December 13, 2024 at Henderson Health and Rehabilitation Center.
He was born October 14, 1933, in Haleyville, Alabama, son of the late William Irvin and Fannie Lou Gravitt Carter. He grew up in Haleyville and was a graduate of Haleyville High School.
He married Joyce Hill on February 6, 1976 and...
Julia Miller
Dec 13, 2024
JULIA MILLER
Enville, TN: Julia Louise Crowe Miller, age 88, passed away December 13, 2024, at the Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born and reared in Chester County, Sweetlips Community, the daughter of the late J. B. Crowe and Lou Winnie Busby Crowe . She attended Chester County Schools and married Junior Miller in 1954. They made their home at...
Donna Marie Davison Bevis
Dec 13, 2024
Donna Marie Davison Bevis was born on June 8, 1952 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late George "Jim" Davison and Artie Blanche Caperton Davison.
On August 12, 1978, she was united in marriage to James "Jim" Bevis, who survives.
Donna attended Grace Chapel in Pickwick, Tennessee. She was an excellent seamstress and would often make clothing, curtains, and clothes for...
Travis Freeman
Dec 12, 2024
Travis was born March 21, 1950 in McNairy County, TN, the son of the late Hollis Eugene Freeman and Lonnie Lucille Richardson Freeman.
He was united in marriage to Doris Marrs onAugust 23, 1997. Throughout his life, Travis exemplified a strong work ethic, owning and operating several businesses, including a furniture store in Bolivar, where he served the community for many...
Paulette Bratcher
Dec 12, 2024
Paulette Bratcher was born on June 24, 1946 in Wayne County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Lois Reeves Horton.
On May 29, 1968, she was united in marriage to John A. Bratcher, who preceded his wife in death on March 5, 2012.
Mrs. Bratcher worked as a seamstress for several factories before she retired. She was a member...
Gwenda Lee Newman
Dec 12, 2024
Gwenda Lee Newman was born in Savannah, Tennessee on March 13, 1945 to the late Richard and Jewel Newman. She departed this life on December 12, 2024 at the home of her daughter in Bolivar, Tennessee, at the age of 79 years, 8 months, and 29 days.
Gwenda was a member of New Testament Baptist Church in Savannah, Tennessee. She loved...
Kristi Lynn Godwin Armstrong
Dec 12, 2024
Kristi Lynn Godwin Armstrong received her ultimate promotion to her forever home on December 12, 2024. She was born on July 24, 1968 to Lonnie and Bonnie Rich Godwin. On March 14, 1998, she was married to Robert Lynn (Bob) Armstrong. She leaves her two sons, Zack Armstrong and wife, Miranda and Luke Armstrong and wife, Kristina to cherish her...
Tommy Marshall
Dec 11, 2024
Raymond Thomas Marshall was born June 9, 1958 in Odessa, TX, the son of the late Jerry Talmadge Hatch and Mary Elizabeth Bennie Hatch.
Growing up in Anchorage, Alaska, Tommy embraced the beauty of the great outdoors. He found joy in riding snowmobiles and motorcycles, and his love for fishing—particularly for Trout and King Salmon—was ever-present. He enjoyed watching old western...
Sherry Dickey
Dec 11, 2024
Sherry Lynn Dickey was born September 8, 1954 in Selmer, TN, daughter of Opal and James Knight. She was united in marriage in 1983 to her cherished husband, Perry “Chub” Dickey. They built a beautiful life together for 41 years.
She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She had a laugh that could fill the room and a personality...
Irene Hauner
Dec 11, 2024
Irene Hauner, 84, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
She was born in Munich, Germany on December 17, 1939 and moved to the United States at the age of 17. She lived in California, where she became a United States citizen. She lived the last 6 years at Park Rest Hardin County Heath Center.
She is survived by a daughter, Janet...
Maybrice Lyn Henry
Dec 11, 2024
Maybrice Lyn Henry was born in Harriman TN to the late Sam Henry of Manchester TN and Mary Magdalene Henry of Naples FL.
Maybrice was a very well traveled lady and had lived and worked in several states, living in Indianapolis Indiana for the past 18 years until moving back to Selmer in October of 2023. Her first job was in...
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