Patrick "Slugo" Callahan
Dec 31, 2025
PATRICK "SLUGO" CALLAHAN
Finger, TN: Patrick Barnett Callahan, age 59 passed away December 31, 2025, at his home.
He was born November 4, 1966, in Jackson, TN the son of Peggy Jane Hurst Callahan and the late Roy Houston Callahan. He grew up in Chester County and was a 1985 graduate of Chester County High School.
After high school, he moved to Texas...
Jimmie Dale Forsyth
Dec 31, 2025
Jimmie Dale Forsyth, born on August 1, 1943, in McNairy County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in Selmer, Tennessee. She was a dedicated servant, having begun a career with Shackelford Funeral Directors in 1965 and serving the people of McNairy County and the surrounding area for over five decades until her retirement in 2016. As the longest...
Don Thompson
Dec 31, 2025
DON THOMPSON
Jackson, TN: Donny Glen Thompson, age 76, passed away December 31, 2025, at Magnolia Regional Hospital at Corinth, MS.
He was born April 26, 1949, in Henderson, TN, the son of the late Herman ‘Doc’ and Jimmie Nina Rainey Thompson. He grew up and attended school in Chester County.
He worked in the trucking industry for over fifty years, primarily as...
Robert M. Webb
Dec 31, 2025
Robert M. Webb, a husband, cherished community member, and talented individual, passed away on December 31, 2025, in Bolivar, Tennessee. Born on April 21, 1950, in Mendenhall, Mississippi, Robert enjoyed a life filled with both professional accomplishments and personal passions.
His career spanned 16 years as an IT technician, following a distinguished 15-year service as a police officer in Louisiana. Throughout...
Margaret Lamb
Dec 31, 2025
Margaret Marie Akers Lamb, departed this world at the age of 91 on December 31, 2025, in Collinwood, TN. She was born on September 4, 1934, in Irvine, KY, to the late Edward and Ellen Taylor Akers.
On December 24, 1954, Margaret joined her life with that of Shannon Lamb, with whom she shared a profound and enduring love until his...
Harold Gene Robertson
Dec 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold Gene Robertson, age 73, who left us on December 30, 2025. He was born in Iron City, TN on July 4, 1952, Harold spent childhood in South Wayne County on Butler Creek, surrounded by the beauty of nature that he came to cherish throughout his life. He was...
Bethany Ann Campbell
Dec 30, 2025
Bethany Ann Campbell was born on March 8, 1972 in Corinth, Mississippi, the daughter of the late Tommy Letson and Ann Hopper.
On December 21, 2020, she was united in marriage to Lamar Campbell, who survives.
Bethany had a creative mind and loved crafting. She enjoyed spending time in nature, fishing, camping, ocean sailing, flower and vegetable gardening, riding Harley Davidson motorcycles,...
Betty June Melson
Dec 30, 2025
Betty June Jones Melson, of the Waynesboro, TN, passed away at the age of 86 on December 30, 2025, at Maury Regional Hospital in Columbia, TN. She was born on June 13, 1939, in Waynesboro, TN, she was the beloved daughter of late Cornelius Eugene “Rooster” and Opal Aileen Cole Jones.
Betty's journey through life was marked by love, dedication, and...
Bobby Neal Clifton
Dec 30, 2025
Bobby Neal Clifton was born on January 30, 1953 in Middleton, Tennessee, the son of the late Roger H. and Mozella Marie Shannon Clifton.
Bobby loved going to church and was a member of Nixon First Pentecostal Church in Savannah, Tennessee. He enjoyed listening to gospel music, riding around, watching wrestling, and eating chocolate ice cream. Bobby loved spending time with...
Patsy Steed
Dec 29, 2025
PATSY STEED
Henderson, TN: Patsy Ann Stewart Steed, age 93, passed away December 29, 2025, at her home.
She was born September 10, 1932, in Henderson, the daughter of the late Richard William and Virginia McCorkle Stewart. She graduated from Chester County High School in 1950 and attended U.T. Martin and graduated from University of Tennessee with her teaching degree. She later...
Edna Mae Raines Tacker
Dec 28, 2025
Edna Mae Raines Tacker gained her heavenly wings on December 28, 2025, at the age of 108. She was born on December 8, 1917, to the late Tommy A. Raines and Mary Elizabeth Bearden Raines.
In 1942, Edna Mae married, Joseph “Tad” Tacker, and together they built a life centered on faith, family, and service to others while raising three daughters....
Timothy Wade Hurst
Dec 28, 2025
Timothy Wade Hurst was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1958, in Selmer, Tennessee, the beloved son of Effie Kay Tull Hurst and the late Quinton Hurst. A man rooted deeply in his family, his work, and his community, Tim lived a life defined by service, devotion, and quiet strength.
On February 6, 1988, Tim was united in marriage to the...
Frances A. Lipford
Dec 28, 2025
Frances A. Lipford, a radiant spirit whose love for life and commitment to her community transcended the ordinary, passed away peacefully in her home in Medon on December 28, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on October 1, 1942, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Frances graced the lives of many with her unwavering kindness, vibrant passion for the arts, and...
Linda L. Young
Dec 28, 2025
Linda L. Young, born on January 23, 1938, in Hardeman, Tennessee, passed away on December 28, 2025, at VanAyer Senior Living and Rehab in Martin, Tennessee. Her life was marked by a strong commitment to her community and a deep love for her family, friends, and faith.
Linda dedicated over 20 years of her career to serving as the County Court...
Bettye Lanier Stanley
Dec 28, 2025
Bettye Crawford Lanier Stanley, aka Mrs. Andrew J. Stanley, Sr., 98, was called home with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 28, 2025. An elegant and consummate Southern Belle, “Miss Bettye” was a devoted wife, mother, and friend to many. She lived each day with love and affection for everyone that she encountered.
Born December 5, 1927, in Decatur, Alabama,...
Thomas Daniel
Dec 27, 2025
Thomas Daniel, a beloved family man and dedicated worker, passed away peacefully at his home in Mercer, Tennessee, on December 27, 2025. He was born on April 11, 1948, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Norman Eugene Daniel and Bessie Mae Cox Daniel, who preceded him in death. Thomas lived a full life, marked by love for his family and a steadfast...
Virgil "Tommy" Phillips, Jr.
Dec 27, 2025
Virgil Thomas Phillips, Jr. (“Tommy”) was born February 12, 1950 in Savannah, TN, the son of the late Ruth Phillips Bivens and V.T. Phillips, Sr. He was united in marriage to Carol Kirkpatrick on January 12, 1975, and they celebrated their 50th anniversary last year with snow on the ground in Savannah much like it was that day in 1975....
Diane Ross
Dec 26, 2025
Diane Ross was born on January 19, 1957, in Jackson, Tennessee, the daughter of JoeAnn Wilson Thomas and the late Harvest Thomas.
A woman defined by compassion, strength, and tireless dedication to others, Diane devoted her life to caring for people. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for more than 35 years, including several years of faithful service at McNairy...
Jeffery Lynn Davidson
Dec 26, 2025
Jeffery Lynn Davidson was born on January 12, 1961 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of the late Bobby Royce and Joan Ann Deitz Davidson.
Jeffery worked as a truck driver and was of the Church of Christ belief. He loved to watch sports, especially St. Louis Cardinals baseball, Predators hockey, and Titans football games.
Jeffery Lynn Davidson departed this life on...
Richard England, III
Dec 26, 2025
Richard Clarke England Ill, age 48, passed away at his in-laws' home in Jackson, TN, on December 26, 2025, after a brief illness. Richard was born on September 1, 1977, to Richard England Jr. and Barbara Williams England in Memphis, TN.
He leaves behind his wife, Meredith White England, son Eli, daughter Ella, and son in law to be, Troy Elliott....
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