Kalena Martin
Nov 19, 2024
America Kalena Martin was born on August 15, 1931 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Herbert and Elsie Cromwell.
In 1961, Kalena began her 30-year career as a receptionist with Packaging Corporation of America (Tennessee River Pulp and Paper). She puts lots and lots of phone calls through!! Kalena was also a member of East End United Methodist Church.
Kalena...
Deborah Plunk
Nov 19, 2024
DEBORAH PLUNK
Henderson, TN: Deborah Joan Gruggett Plunk age 64, passed away November 19, 2024, at her home.
She was born October 2, 1960, the daughter of the late Bill and Margie Stanfield Gruggett. She grew up in Finley, TN and attended Dyersburg High School.
She married Marty Plunk on December 12, 2006. They made their home in Henderson.
She enjoyed traveling, music attending...
Brenda S. Porter
Nov 18, 2024
Brenda Porter, a cherished member of her family and friend to many, was born on May 28, 1951, in Fayette County, Tennessee. She departed this life on November 18, 2024, peacefully at her home in Medon, Tennessee, leaving behind a tapestry of love and warmth woven by her deep connections to her family and friends.
Brenda’s career as a waitress at...
Carolyn Jane Thacker
Nov 18, 2024
Carolyn Jane Thacker was born March 5, 1948 in Tishomingo County, MS the daughter of the late Wilson Laird and Lorene Laird.
She enjoyed playing bingo, coloring, and immersing herself in word puzzles. Her enthusiasm for life extended deeply into her involvement with church activities, where she forged meaningful connections with those around her.
Carolyn departed this life on November 18, 2024,...
Fayetta Staggs
Nov 17, 2024
Fayetta Staggs, age 88, of Lawrenceburg, TN, passed away on November 17, 2024. She was born on January 29, 1936 in Waynesboro, TN, the daughter of the late Clyde and Emma Francis Staggs West.
Fayetta's life was marked by her deep love for family and creativity. She cherished her role as a homemaker, dedicating her life to nurturing her loved ones....
Rebecca Ann Ross Sibley
Nov 17, 2024
Rebecca Ann Ross Sibley
was born in Savannah, Tennessee on February 6, 1935, the daughter of the late Cecil Ted and Delia Irene Harrison Ross.
On April 22, 1955, she was united in marriage to Wallace Edward Sibley, who preceded his wife in death on January 7, 2017.
Rebecca was a homemaker. She was a member of the First Assembly of God Church,...
Alma Jean Taylor Vaughan
Nov 17, 2024
Alma Jean Taylor Vaughan, 93, of Bolivar, passed from this life Sunday morning, November 17, 2024, at her daughter's home. She was the widow of Luther Garland Vaughan who died December 4, 2021.
A native of Laconia, she was one of 10 children born to Robert Leroy and Eva Esther Conner Taylor. In 1942, the family moved to Middleton and on...
Barbara Wright Dunlap
Nov 16, 2024
Barbara Gail Wright Dunlap was born on October 27, 1938 to the late Orville and Geneva Wade Wright. She passed away on November 16, 2024 in Adamsville, TN.
Mrs. Dunlap was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jerry and Bill Wright; daughter, Becky Laird; and grandson, Michael.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Mack Dunlap; two sons, Thomas...
Willard Richard McWilliams
Nov 16, 2024
Willard Richard McWilliams, age 84, of Waynesboro, TN, departed this life on November 16, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on December 8, 1939, in Collinwood, TN. He was the son of the late Roy McWilliams and Mamie Dixon McWilliams Haddock.
In his life, Willard experienced the profound joys of love and companionship. He was united in marriage to...
Margie Ruth Locke
Nov 16, 2024
Margie Ruth Locke was born January 19, 1937 in McNairy County, TN, the daughter of the late James Dee Hicks and Ethel Smith Hicks.
Throughout her 87 years, Margie embodied the virtues of hard work, dedication, and care for her home and family. She took great pride in keeping an immaculate home and yard. Margie found joy in music and had...
Alfred Garner
Nov 16, 2024
ALFRED GARNER
Finger, TN: Alfred Landon Garner, age 87, passed away November 16, 2024, at his home.
He was born November 22, 1936, in Chester County, the son of the late Joe Clifford and Mary L.E. Burkhead Garner. He grew up and attended school at Hickory Corner.
He married Jo Ellen McNeil on December 24, 1955. They made their home in the Old...
Larry Thomas
Nov 16, 2024
LARRY THOMAS
Henderson, TN: Larry Warren Thomas age 80, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
He was born June 30, 1944, in Chester County, the son of the late Warren and Lucressia Moore Thomas. He grew up in Henderson, in the Montezuma Community, and was a 1962 graduate of Chester County High School.
He enlisted...
Homer Junior Cheek
Nov 15, 2024
Homer Junior Cheek, aged 80, of Iron City, TN, passed away at his home on November15, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on February 7, 1944, he was the son of the late Homer Dillard and Ruby Elizabeth Risner Cheek.
On September 22, 1972, Homer was united in marriage to Willodean Lafan, sharing a life filled with love and...
Pat Lewellyn
Nov 15, 2024
PATSY ‘PAT’ LEWELLYN
Henderson, TN: Patsy Irene Phillips Lewellyn age 87, passed away November 15, 2024, at Wellington Manor in Jackson.
She was born and raised in Wheeling, WVA, the daughter of the late Jesse Earl and Mary Launcie Tracy Phillips. She graduated High School and attended Jackson Vocational School to become a Certified Medical Assistant. She married Robert ‘Bob’ Lewellyn in...
Jean Landreth Meek
Nov 15, 2024
Finger, TN: Shelby Jean Landreth Meek age 87, passed away Friday , November 15, 2024 at her home at Lynnfield Place in Selmer, TN.
She was born February 18, 1937 in Adamsville, TN the daughter of the late Ovie James and Winnie Estle Rickman Landreth. She graduated from Adamsville High School in 1955. She married Percie Dee Meek in 1956. They...
Clara Mae Smotherman Haddock
Nov 15, 2024
Clara Mae Smotherman Haddock was born on November 2, 1934, in Waynesboro, TN. She was the daughter of the late Huey Robert and Abree Dean Smotherman. Clara was happily married to Howard Lutton Haddock for 69 years. Together they built a family with Christian values, love, and warmth. She was a dedicated member for over 40 years at the Waynesboro...
Barbara McConnell
Nov 15, 2024
Barbara McConnell was born on September 22, 1943 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Elmer and Kathleen Banks Wesson.
On July 21, 1960, she was united in marriage to Albert McConnell, who preceded his wife in death on September 1, 2023.
Barbara lived in the Cerro Gordo Community for over 30 years. She owned and operated Smoky Road Motors car...
James Russell "Sam" Kirby
Nov 14, 2024
James Russell "Sam" Kirby, 68, of Bolivar, departed this life on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at OHSU Hospital in Portland, OR.
The son of the late John Lee Kirby and Barbara Jane Beary Kirby, he was born in Davenport, IA. He was united in marriage to Carolynn Michelle Clark, who survives, on June 25, 1983.
He worked as owner/operator of JSK Construction...
Helen Manriquez
Nov 14, 2024
Helen June Whittaker Manriquez was born on May 28, 1952, in Seiad Valley, California, the daughter of the late William David Whittaker and Barbara Jean Seagoe Fields.
On December 30, 2000, she was united in marriage to Gilbert Manriquez, who preceded her in death on February 28, 2017.
Helen worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 22 years. In her spare time,...
Gordon Hurt
Nov 14, 2024
PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICES WILL TAKE PLACE AT A LATER DATE.
Gordon Hurt, a beloved father and devoted family man, passed away on November 14, 2024 in Bolivar, Tennessee. Born on March 31, 1959, in Jackson, Michigan, Gordon dedicated over 30 years as a Quality Lab Technician at Kaman Aerospace. His commitment to excellence in his career mirrored the dedication he showed...
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