Bessie Mae Williams
Dec 11, 2024
Bessie Mae Williams was born April 19, 1929 in McNairy County, TN the daughter of the late Leroy and Laura Luttrell Smith.
She was united in marriage to Warren Williams on January 24, 1944. Mr. Williams preceded her in death on October 11, 2010.
Mrs. Williams was a member of the Finger Church of Christ in Finger, Tennessee. She enjoyed being outside...
Billy Elam
Dec 11, 2024
Billy Elam was born on September 13, 1940, the son of the late Oather Lee and Lillie Eaker Elam.
On November 21, 1965, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Hardin, who survives.
Mr. Elam honorably served his country in the United States Army National Guard. He formerly lived in Memphis, Tennessee and worked for Kizer Flooring and Sears. Billy would later...
Bonnie Johnson
Dec 10, 2024
Bonnie Lou Johnson was born June 3, 1953 in Tutwiler, MS, the daughter of the late Leroy and Lillian Massey. She was united in marriage to Johnny Johnson on July 1, 2005.
Bonnie dedicated many years of her life to her career at the Degussa Chemical Plant in Mobile, AL, from which she eventually retired. Her commitment to her work was...
Sallye Kate Davis Austin
Dec 10, 2024
Sallye Kate Davis Austin was born on March 26, 1930 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Lee L. and Hester Franks Davis.
In June of 1960, she was united in marriage to Gene Austin, who survives.
Sallye owned and operated Savannah Processing before her retirement. She enjoyed refinishing antique furniture and tending to her gardens and flowers. She was...
Glenda Jane Rainey Hickman
Dec 10, 2024
Glenda Jane Rainey Hickman was born on January 24, 1945 in Clifton, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Leonard Lee Rainey and Looney Maude Staggs Malone.
On September 24, 1976, she was united in marriage to Larry Joe Hickman, who preceded his wife in death on June 18, 1996.
Glenda worked at Walmart in Savannah for many years in the bakery department...
Willie K. McGarity
Dec 9, 2024
Willie K. McGarity was born on February 1, 1935 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Vernon and Mary Isabelle Ferrell Davis.
On December 16, 1950, she was united in marriage to Marion Edgar McGarity, who preceded his wife in death on June 8, 2015.
Mrs. McGarity enjoyed quilting and cooking for her family and church events. She loved her...
Barbara Elaine Wiggins
Dec 9, 2024
Barbara Elaine Wiggins, 59, of Bolivar, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024 at her home.
A native and life-long resident of Hardeman County, she was the widow of Gary Wiggins, Sr., who departed this life on October 9, 2021. They were married on November 9, 1984.
Barbara had worked in assembly at DeVilbiss in Jackson and attended Forest Hill Pentecostal Church....
Janet "Jan" Stack
Dec 9, 2024
Janet "Jan" Stack, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed peacefully at her home in Hornsby, Tennessee, on December 9, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on July 8, 1952, in Hornsby, Jan dedicated her life to her family and community, making a profound impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
For 17 years, she served...
Belinda Kay Grinder
Dec 8, 2024
Belinda Kay Grinder, age 64, of Waynesboro, TN, passed away on December 8, 2024. She was born on June 25, 1960, in Memphis, TN, the beloved daughter of Helen Marie Turnbow Grinder and the late Billy Ward Grinder.
Belinda loved listening to music, a passion that brought joy to her life.
As we remember Belinda, we celebrate a life filled with warmth,...
Greg Smith
Dec 8, 2024
Greg Smith was born on February 28, 1966 in Lubbock, Texas, the son of Jolene Sharp Smith and the late Mannie Lee Smith.
On December 30, 2000, he was united in marriage to Susan Clark, who survives.
Mr. Smith was employed for 16 years as a cell tower technician for Verizon. He attended Love & Truth Church in Savannah and Adamsville. Greg...
Billy Joe Carroll
Dec 8, 2024
Billy Joe Carroll was born May 24, 1941 in Memphis, TN the son of the late Sam and Mattie Pearl Carroll.
Billy Joe lived all of his life in and around Shiloh/Stantonville community of McNairy County, TN. He spent the last 15 years at the nursing home in Selmer. He enjoyed the outdoors and nature, tending to livestock and gardening.
Mr. Carroll...
Harold Gene Dixon
Dec 8, 2024
Harold Gene Dixon, 76, born on May 29, 1948, in Wayne County, Tennessee, passed away on December 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and a deep love for family and nature that will forever be cherished by those who knew him. Having retired from Hassel and Hughes, Harold dedicated his life to work and found joy in the...
Ronald Valentine Ritter
Dec 7, 2024
Ronald Valentine Ritter, age 65, passed away on December 7, 2024, residing in Waynesboro, TN. He was born on December 31, 1958, in Queens, NY, Ronald was the son of the late Ronald and Joan Karabela Ritter. His life was beautifully intertwined with love when he married Patricia Fostek LaFever on September 4, 2015, creating a bond that brought joy.
For...
Vida Winslow
Dec 7, 2024
Vida Winslow, a cherished matriarch, passed away on December 7, 2024, of Pocahontas, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy embraced by love, tradition, and an indomitable spirit. Born on August 13, 1936, in the enchanting lands of Barbados, West Indies, Vida's journey through life was marked by resilience and a dedication to family that remained steadfast throughout her years.
A proud owner...
Raymond K. Isaachsen
Dec 6, 2024
Raymond K. Isaachsen, 77, of Hornsby, departed this life on Friday evening, December 6, 2024, at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, MS.
A native of Chicago, IL, Mr. Isaachsen, moved to Hornsby in 2014 after living in Memphis for 35 years. He was united in marriage to the former Marguerite Ann Dell for 56 years after their union on May...
Houston "Bubba" Smith
Dec 6, 2024
HOUSTON O. SMITH
Selmer, TN: Houston "Bubba" Odell Smith, age 72, passed away December 6, 2024, at his home.
He was born October 25, 1952, in Jackson, TN, the son of the late Burlin Hamilton Smith and Betty Lou Mayfield Johnson. He loved hot wheel toys, stuffed animals, watching TV and music.
He is survived by his sister, Wanda Roden of Henderson.
He was...
Joseph Gary Armstrong
Dec 5, 2024
JOSEPH GARY ARMSTRONG
Joseph Gary Armstrong, age 73, of Pulaski, Tennessee, departed this life on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at Huntsville Hospital.
Gary was born October 8, 1951, to George Joseph and Ruby Mae Armstrong in Sheffield, Alabama. He graduated from Sheffield High School in 1969 and earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Murray State University in 1972. From...
Janis King
Dec 5, 2024
Services for Mrs. Janis King, 97, of Cloverport, will be 1:00 pm, Thursday, December 12, 2024, in the chapel of Shackelford Funeral Directors of Bolivar with burial to follow in the Vernon Cemetery near Cloverport. The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm on the day of the service. Mrs. King passed away Thursday morning, December 5,...
Betty Gail Surratt
Dec 4, 2024
Betty Gail Surratt was born July 4, 1940, in Milledgeville, TN, the beloved daughter of the late James Curtis and Ruby Sue Weatherington Newman.
On September 7, 1957, Betty found her partner in life, Jamie Darrell Surratt, sharing a beautiful journey together until he preceded her in death on August 26, 2023. Their love and partnership were a cornerstone of her...
Bobby C. Davis
Dec 4, 2024
Bobby C. Davis was born on October 25, 1932 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Lee and Hester Franks Davis.
On August 1, 1958, he was united in marriage to Nancy Paulette Shaw, who preceded her husband in death on August 3, 2021.
Mr. Davis honorably served his country in the United States Navy. He retired from General Motors in...
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