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Johann "Hans" Hufnagl

Johann "Hans" Hufnagl

May 29, 2025

Johann "Hans" Hufnagl was born on February 21, 1933 in Austria.

Hans worked as a landscaper. He was a very talented artist and enjoyed painting his own works of art.

Johann "Hans" Hufnagl departed this life on Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 92 years, 3 months, and 8 days.

He is survived by his companion, Ursula Moore...

Danny David Horton

Danny David Horton

May 28, 2025

Danny David Horton, born on February 9, 1953, in Hohenwald, Tennessee, passed away on May 28, 2025. He was a cherished independent insurance agent who made significant contributions to his field and demonstrated unwavering dedication to his community and family.

Danny was the son of the late Edward and Mary Lois Reaves Horton. He was preceded in death by his brother,...

Virginia Tinin "Mama Gin"

Virginia Tinin "Mama Gin"

May 28, 2025

Mary Virginia Graham Tinin was born on September 27, 1925. She was raised in Clifton, Tennessee with her sister, Doris Jean, and brother, Alfred, who she deeply adored. As years passed, she began playing basketball and being in the band at Frank Hughes School. She made several friends she kept in touch with even years later. This is also when...

Mary Jo Jacobs

Mary Jo Jacobs

May 28, 2025

Mary Jo Jacobs, a beloved member of her community and a cherished matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully in her home in Middleton on May 28, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 13, 1945, in Hardeman County, Tennessee, Mary Jo dedicated her life to her family and her work, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard...

Virginia Tinin "Mama Gin"

Virginia Tinin "Mama Gin"

May 28, 2025

Mary Virginia Graham Tinin was born on September 27, 1925. She was raised in Clifton, Tennessee with her sister, Doris Jean, and brother, Alfred, who she deeply adored. As years passed, she began playing basketball and being in the band at Frank Hughes School. She made several friends she kept in touch with even years later. This is also when...

Keith Canady

Keith Canady

May 27, 2025

Marshall Canady, age 59, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at his home in Henderson, Tennessee.

He was born on January 21, 1966 in Haywood County to the late Marshall Canady and Peggy Canady.

Marshall is survived by his wife, Rachael Canady of Henderson; two sons, Christopher Bradley Duck of Henderson and James Murray Duck of Henderson; daughter, Elizabeth Grace Duck...

Deena Lavon Rasmussen

Deena Lavon Rasmussen

May 27, 2025

Deena Lavon Rasmussen, born on August 21, 1956, departed this world on May 27, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of joy and resilience. Deena faced life's challenges with unwavering positivity, embodying the spirit of her favorite phrase, “Happy Day.” Even after enduring the difficulties that came with the aftermath of a stroke, she maintained a cheerful attitude that inspired all...

Rose Marie Smart

Rose Marie Smart

May 27, 2025

Rose Marie “Mama Rose” Smart, 87, of Middleton, passed away May 27, 2025.

The widow of Mr. Jack Smart, she passed from this life early Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025, at her son's home in Germantown.

She was born in Memphis, the daughter of the late William S. Smith and Catherine Chrestman. She married Mr. Smart on October 25, 1958 and they...

Deborah Bias Coffman

Deborah Bias Coffman

May 26, 2025

Deborah Bias Coffman, a cherished soul born on November 15, 1949, in Selmer, Tennessee, was the beloved daughter of the late Council Lawyer and Ervie Pauline Treece Bias. She embraced life with a vibrant spirit and a flair for creativity that emanated from her very being.

A proud graduate of Adamsville High School, class of 1967, Deborah further pursued her passion...

Carol Ehrett

Carol Ehrett

May 26, 2025

Carol Ehrett, 75, departed this life on Monday, May 26, 2025, at her home in Somerville.

The daughter of the late Sam and Virginia Melson, she was born in Jackson where she grew up in the Beech Bluff community and graduated from Beech Bluff High School.  Soon after, she went to work at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and on March 3,...

Jean Alexander

Jean Alexander

May 26, 2025

JEAN ALEXANDER

Henderson, TN: Jean Artherine McMullen Alexander, age 73 passed away May 26, 2025, at Henderson County Community Hospital.

She was born December 31, 1951, in Peoria, IL, the daughter of the late Harry Edward and Netress Viola Palmer McMullen. She grew up in Morton, IL.

She worked as a nurse at St. Francis Hospital in Peoria, IL for thirty years before...

Orvil Younger

Orvil Younger

May 26, 2025

Orvil Younger

was born in Adamsville, Tennessee on November 9, 1939, the son of the late James Younger and Willie Iola Pitts Younger.

On April 2, 2024, he was united in marriage to Bonnie Magline Allen, who survives.

Orvil served his country proudly in the United States Army. He worked as a Route Salesman for Budweiser Company. Orvil was a member of SPC...

Barbara Lankford

Barbara Lankford

May 26, 2025

Barbara Lankford

was born in Garden City, Michigan on July 20, 1962, the daughter of the late Paul and Mary Helen Irene Milan Wells.

On January 9, 2000, she was united in marriage to Billy Ray Lankford, who survives.

Barbara worked as a nanny in her younger years and also worked as a sales representative for Target. She was loving and caring and...

Valerie Jolly

Valerie Jolly

May 25, 2025

Valerie Jolly was born on May 30, 1947 in Ft. Lee, New Jersey, the daughter of the late Harry and Georgette Lavit Rosenbaum.

On May 4, 1990, she was united in marriage to Robert "Bob" Jolly, who survives.

Mrs. Jolly retired from Accudata Market Research, where she worked as a general manager. She truly loved everyone and enjoyed spending time with family.

Valerie...

Lillie Mae Reece

Lillie Mae Reece

May 25, 2025

Lillie Mae Reece, a beloved member of the Saulsbury community, slipped peacefully from this world on May 25, 2025, at the Maplewood Healthcare Center in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on May 20, 1938, in Saulsbury, she dedicated her life to serving others and nurturing the beauty around her. She retired in 1999 from the Department of Human Services, where her compassion...

Donna Walker

Donna Walker

May 24, 2025

Donna Walker was born on September 16, 1968 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of the late Teddy and Geraldine Williams.

On March 3, 2013, she was united in marriage to Danny Walker, who survives.

Mrs. Walker attended Sinner's Hope Church in Sardis, Tennessee. During the early 2000s, she owned the Milledgeville Cafe and later ran a restaurant in Tacoma, Washington, prior...

Ralph Gage

Ralph Gage

May 24, 2025

Leo Ralph Gage, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, at the age of 90. His life was a testament to hard work, ingenuity, love of family, and an unshakable spirit of independence.

Born on July 7, 1934 to the late Aubrey and Willie Plunk Gage, Ralph lived a full and remarkable...

James Ellis Mathis

James Ellis Mathis

May 24, 2025

James Ellis Mathis 

February 6, 1948 - May 24, 2025

32 Degree Mason, Interpreter for the Deaf, Seminary Student

James Ellis Mathis, 77, of Pocahontas, TN, passed away in his home on May 24, 2025.Ellis was born in Brownfield, MS on February 6, 1948 to Troy and Willie Daphene Mathis. The first child of a U.S. Airman, he attended high school overseas at...

Carolyn Graves Moss

Carolyn Graves Moss

May 24, 2025

Carolyn Graves Moss went to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 24, 2025. She was born February 8, 1941 to Buster Graves and Mattie Dowty Graves.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jon Moss; and brother, Woodson (Woody) Graves.

Carolyn was a member of First Baptist Church, Grand Junction and was a Master Gardener. She...

Clea Wilson

Clea Wilson

May 24, 2025

Clea Wilson, a beloved figure in the community of Medon, Tennessee, departed this earthly realm on May 24, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and remarkable accomplishments. Born in Madison County, Tennessee, on February 25, 1939, Clea was a vibrant spirit known for his unwavering commitment to family, work, and his community.

Clea retired...

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