Don Ray (Donnie) Wilson
May 26, 2024
Don Ray (Donnie) Wilson was born July 10, 1947 in Memphis, TN, the son of the late Robert L. and Margaret O'Conner Wilson. Mr. Wilson departed this life on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Michie, Tennessee at the age of 76 Years, 10 Months, 16 Days.Don proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He met Rhonda Hamilton...
Betty Lou Prater Stricklin
May 26, 2024
Betty Lou Prater Stricklin was born on September 26, 1937 in Steele, Missouri, the daughter of the late George and Ethel Doyle Prater.On October 3, 1956, she was united in marriage to James "Jim" Franklin Stricklin, who preceded his wife in death on October 2, 2023.Betty enjoyed spending her spare time sewing, gardening, cooking, spending time with her family, and...
Bobbie Beckham Thomas
May 26, 2024
Bobbie Beckham was born in the sprawling metropolis of Olive Hill, Tennessee on September 16, 1934; approximately two years later she was adopted by her loving uncle and aunt, Joe B. and Emma Dickson Beckham. She was a beautiful child who blossomed into a beautiful young lady—one who fell in love with Frank Wilson Thomas, the man with whom she...
Marlee Desha Cox
May 25, 2024
Marlee Desha Cox touched the lives of many during her time on this earth. Born on October 25, 2002, in Columbia, TN to Marvin David Cox and Lesa Skaggs Keener, Marlee's kind spirit and gentle soul shone brightly throughout her short but meaningful life. While pursuing her dreams of becoming a nurse, Marlee dedicated her days to working as a waitress...
Pamela Sherrie Cowart Alley
May 25, 2024
Pamela Sherrie Cowart Alley was born on August 17, 1954 in Wauchula, Florida, the daughter of the late Glenn and Evelyn Walker Cowart.On September 18, 1970, she was united in marriage to Freeman Edward Alley, Jr., who preceded his wife in death on February 21, 2022.Pamela was a devoted wife to her husband and loving mother to her children. She...
Janet Powers
May 24, 2024
Somerville, TN: Janet Carol Powell Powers, age 69, passed away at her home Friday evening May 24, 2024, in Somerville.
She was born in Memphis, September 25, 1954, the daughter of Robbie Bridges Powell and the late Robert Neal Powell. She grew up in Memphis and was a 1972 graduate of Frayser High School. She worked for the State of Tennessee...
Kay Moore
May 24, 2024
Finger, TN: Helen Kay Shelton Moore, age 81, passed away Friday evening, May 24, 2024, at Henderson Healthcare.
She was born in Phoenix, AZ and reared in Chester County, the daughter of the late Harry Leon Shelton and Madeline Vanada Shelton Teuton. She graduated from Chester County High School in 1961 and graduated from West Tennessee Business School. She was executive...
Charlie Henry Bates
May 23, 2024
Charlie Henry Bates, a skilled welder and pipe fitter whose hands could fashion beauty out of metal, passed away on May 23, 2024. Born on September 27, 1948, Charlie lived a life full of passion for his work and hobbies, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him. In his career, Charlie's dedication and expertise...
Jenny Rayborn Cates
May 23, 2024
Jenny Rayborn Cates was born on July 23, 1939 in Morgan County, Alabama, the daughter of the late Fred and Gladys Allen Rayborn. Jenny grew up in the Morris Chapel area and later worked at Brown Shoe Company in Savannah, Tennessee. She enjoyed knitting, reading, and working puzzles.Jenny Rayborn Cates departed this life on May 23, 2024 in Savannah, Tennessee at...
Brittany Foster Morton
May 21, 2024
BRITTANY FOSTER MORTON
Henderson, TN: Brittany Chantelle Foster age 33, passed away May 21, 2024, in Jackson, as a result of injuries sustained in an auto accident.
She was born December 10, 1990, in Jackson, TN the daughter of Lori Jayne Morton Foster and Brandon Bailey Foster. She grew up in Henderson and attended Chester County High School. She had worked for...
Viola Campbell
May 21, 2024
Viola Campbell, beloved homemaker and former production worker for Kilgore Corporation in Toone, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in Bolivar, TN. She was born on February 28, 1932, in Haywood County, TN. Viola was a dedicated mother who poured her love into her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Her kind nurturing personality touched the lives of all who knew her. In...
Charlie Ellis, Jr.
May 20, 2024
Charlie Ellis Jr. was born to Rachel Annie Mae and Charlie Oliver Ellis, on February 11, 1948, and went home to be with the Lord on May 20, 2024. He was raised on Childers Hill in TN. At the age of 18 he moved to Michigan to work for Chrysler, where he retired after 43 years as a welder and...
Melanie Lynn Martin
May 20, 2024
Melanie Lynn Martin passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024 in Harriman, TN. Born on Wednesday, December 8, 1965, in Jackson, TN, to the late James Thomas Martin and Judy Eileen Thomas Martin, she will be missed by all who knew her. Melanie dedicated several years of her life working at Sam's Town in Tunica and, in her career, she also...
Tammy Pusser
May 20, 2024
TAMMY PUSSER
Henderson, TN: Tammy Renee Rowland Pusser age 58, passed away May 20, 2024, at her home.
She was born June 9, 1965, in Jackson, TN the daughter of the late Alfas Dale and Jessie Jeanette Austin Rowland. She grew up and attended schools in Jackson.
She enjoyed baking and decorating cakes and worked for Shirley’s Bakery in Jackson for many...
Carl Dwight Watkins
May 19, 2024
Carl Dwight Watkins was born on October 23, 1940 to the late Charley Dalton and Jesse Myrtle McCullough Watkins in Hayti, Missouri. He was one of eight children. He had three brothers: Charles, Harold, Wilson, and four sisters: Reba, Catherine, Agatha, and Mary.He graduated high school in Braggadocio, Missouri in 1958. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the United States...
Angie West
May 19, 2024
ANGIE WEST
Savannah, TN: Angela Marion West age 55, passed away May 19, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born August 25, 1968, in Selmer, TN the daughter of Sherry Lynn Ring Thomas and the late Daniel Marion West. She grew up and attended school in Jackson, TN. She was a loving mother and caregiver.
She was a very family-oriented...
Shirley Moody
May 19, 2024
SHIRLEY NELL MOODY
Henderson, TN: Shirley Nell Harber Moody age 87, passed away May 19, 2024, at the Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born February 14, 1937, in Dyer County and grew up in Shelby County, the daughter of the late Baalam Harrison and Lydia Marie Griffin Harber. She graduated from Bolton High School. She married Billy Reece Bradbury in...
Margaret P. Hooper
May 19, 2024
MARGARET P. HOOPER
Henderson, TN: Margaret Pauline Francis Hooper, age 78, passed away May 19, 2024, at her home.
She was born December 9, 1945, in Jackson, TN, the daughter of the late Bertram Francis, Sr. and Luna Muriel Bledsoe Francis. She graduated from Jackson High School and West TN Business College. She worked for an ENT doctor as a bookkeeper for...
Goldie Dean Murphy Couch
May 18, 2024
Goldie Dean Murphy Couch was born on October 19, 1941 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Arden B. Murphy, Sr. and Amy English Murphy.On October 16, 1960, she was united in marriage to Glen Houston Couch, who preceded his wife in death on February 24, 2012.Goldie Dean Murphy Couch departed this life on May 18, 2024 in Savannah,...
Royce Neal Barker
May 17, 2024
Royce Neal Barker was born on September 30, 1928 in Chester County, Tennessee, the son of the late Albert Ernest "AE" and Angie Mae Mount Barker.In February of 1950, he was united in marriage to Maerene Massengill, who preceded her husband in death on December 10, 2017.Mr. Barker honorably served his country in the United States Army National Guard. He...
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