Janice Louise Gray Nesbitt
Jun 7, 2025
Janice Louise Gray Nesbitt was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on November 8, 1946, the daughter of the late James Burnice “Bud” Gray and Mable Pearl Palmer Gray.
Janice was preceded in death by her late husband, Lawrence William Stricklin. She was later united in marriage to James Glenn “Jimmy” Nesbitt on January 1, 1983.
Janice worked at Savannah Manufacturing for many...
Tommy Meek
Jun 7, 2025
Tommy Meek was born on March 25, 1950, in Selmer, Tennessee, to the late JR and Martha Thurmond Meek. He passed away on June 7, 2025, at the age of 75.
On October 2, 1993, Tommy was united in marriage to Phyllis Tedford, sharing a life filled with love and companionship. He was a longtime resident of the Hickory Flat Community...
Jerry Lyn Emmons
Jun 7, 2025
Jerry Lyn "Nick" Emmons, 81, of Selmer, Tennessee, died at home on June 7, 2025. Nick was born August 1, 1943, to H. N. Emmons and Ethel Lee Chambers Emmons. He married Gerry Carroll Emmons on September 26, 1964, in Knoxville, Tennessee. They resided in Memphis, Tennessee, to complete their education. He received his B.S. degree from Memphis State University,...
Thomas Nelson Hardin Sr.
Jun 6, 2025
Thomas Nelson Hardin, Sr. was born May 9, 1934 in Corinth, MS, the son of the late Claude Thomas Hardin and Mary Jane Brown Hardin.
On November 24, 1976, Thomas united in marriage with his cherished wife, Bobbie Sue Kirkman. Thomas dedicated 50 years of his life as an Auto Parts Salesman for NAPA, where he was known not just for...
Ron Lumsden
Jun 6, 2025
RON LUMSDEN
Henderson, TN: Mr. Ronald Ray Lumsden, age 81, passed away Friday June 6, 2025, at the West TN State Veterans Home in Humboldt.
He was born in Decatur, TX March 9, 1944, son of the late Sam Reed and Leata Mae Smith Lumsden. He grew up in Texas and was a 1962 graduate of Sunset High School in Dallas.
He joined...
Donnie "Outlaw" Outland
Jun 5, 2025
Donnie "Outlaw" Outland, a cherished member of the Hardeman County community, passed away peacefully at his home in Middleton, Tennessee, on June 5, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on June 26, 1957, in Humboldt, Tennessee, Donnie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who left an indelible mark on all who had the honor of knowing him.
Donnie’s...
Johnnie Pearl Ray
Jun 4, 2025
Johnnie Pearl Ray, born on June 7, 1935, in McNairy County, Tennessee, was a beloved daughter of the late Bruce and Belva Simpson Roten.
On June 30, 1951, Johnnie was united in marriage to Dalton Ray. Their life together was filled with love and laughter until his passing on June 4, 1973, leaving her with memories that she carried with her...
Mary Sue Griggs
Jun 4, 2025
Mrs. Mary Sue McCreary Griggs, passed away peacefully in Lebanon, Tn on June 4, 2025, just two days shy of her 81st birthday. Born in Omaha, NE on June 6, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Ewing Finnis McCreary and Marion Louise Gibb McCreary.
Throughout her life, Mary dedicated herself to service and community engagement. She served as the Director...
Mildred "Jody" Hazlegrove
Jun 4, 2025
Mildred "Jody" Hazlegrove, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, departed this life on June 4, 2025, in Beaufort, South Carolina. She was born on May 31, 1932, in Henderson, Tennessee, where her roots formed the foundation of a life filled with love, laughter, and an enduring commitment to family and community.
Jody spent her career as a foreperson at an auto...
Oleta Lane Randolph
Jun 4, 2025
Oleta Lane Randolph, 93, of Whiteville, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at home in Whiteville.
She was born in Batesville, AR on Thursday, August 13, 1931, to the late Charles Grover and Bertha Mae Potter Lane. She lived in Memphis for all of her youth and moved to Whiteville in 1965. On Christmas Day, 1949, she was married to Mr....
Jeanne Waller Campbell
Jun 4, 2025
Jeanne Waller Campbell, aged 102, went home to the loving arms of Christ in the early morning hours of June 4 following a brief illness. She lived a long and fulfilling life centered in God, family, and friends. Jeanne shared kindness and encouragement to all those she encountered.
Jeanne Elizabeth Russell was born on November 21, 1922, at the family home...
Jewell Richards
Jun 3, 2025
Jewell Richards, a beautiful soul, was born on September 9, 1943, in McNairy County, TN, to the late Douglas and Myra Coley White.
She was united in marriage with Jerry Wayne Richards on March 25, 1961, forming a partnership filled with love and devotion that would span over sixty-four beautiful years.
A graduate of Bethel Springs High School's Class of 1962. Jewell...
Carla Susanne Godfrey
Jun 3, 2025
Carla Susanne Godfrey, affectionately known as Susie, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Corinth, Mississippi. Born on May 13, 1954, in Selmer, Tennessee, Susie dedicated her life to her passions and her family, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.
A proud graduate of McNairy Central High School in 1972, she went on to earn a bachelor’s degree...
Thomas Wayne Henley
Jun 3, 2025
Thomas Wayne Henley was born on August 30, 1955, the son of the late Joseph Thomas and Claudette Youvone Kirkman Henley.
During his younger years, Thomas attended Sinners Hope Church in Sardis, Tennessee. He also enjoyed deer hunting, spending time with his family, and riding motorcycles, when his health allowed. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Henley worked in production at AquaGlass.
Thomas...
Billy Ray Hill
Jun 3, 2025
Billy Ray Hill was born on May 8, 1936 to the late Sherman and Rose Michael Hill. At an early age of 6, he lost his daddy leaving his mother and himself to pick and hoe cotton for a living. There was no public assistance or welfare at that time.
In 1957, he married his "Sweetie," Mary Frances Holland. One son...
Charles Wayne Gattis "Papaw Charlie"
Jun 3, 2025
Charles Wayne Gattis was born on January 4, 1936 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Joseph Sylvester "Judge" and Ethel M. Brown Gattis.
Charles spent his early years farming before joining the United States Navy in December of 1955. After receiving his honorable discharge in 1961, he returned to Hardin County and met the love of his life,...
Sue Abrams
Jun 3, 2025
Sue Abrams
was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on September 19, 1936 the daughter of the late Clyde Duckett and Climmie Gertrude Barrier Abrams.
Sue worked as a seamstress for Savannah Manufacturing and Angelica. She also had worked for Brown Shoe Company. In her spare time she enjoyed listening to southern gospel music, reading, doing seek-a-word puzzles, and spending time with family....
Robert Charles "Charlie" Armstrong
Jun 3, 2025
Robert Charles "Charlie" Armstrong, a cherished son, devoted father, beloved brother, adoring grandfather and great grandfather, gracefully left this world on June 3, 2025, in Silerton, Tennessee, at the age of eighty-one. Born on November 4, 1943, in Memphis, Tennessee, Charlie's life's journey was defined by his unwavering commitment to family, a passion for music, and an industrious spirit that...
Alice Faye Patterson
Jun 2, 2025
ALICE FAYE PATTERSON
Henderson, TN: Alice Faye Morrison Patterson age 83, passed away June 2, 2025, at the Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born December 21, 1941, in the Montezuma Community of Chester County, the daughter of the late Robert Wesley and Hazel Hearn Morrison. She attended Chester County Schools and married Tommy Larry Patterson on August 31, 1962. They...
Orbie Clice Berry, Jr.
Jun 1, 2025
Mr. Orbie Clice Berry, Jr., age 91, of Cypress Inn, TN, passed away on Sunday evening, June 1, 2025, at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence.
Born in Cypress Inn on November 3, 1933, he was the son of the late Orbie Clice Berry, Sr. and the late Lillie Louise Langford Berry. He was a lifelong resident of Cypress Inn and...
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