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Brenda S. Porter

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...

James Russell "Sam" Kirby

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...

Zena Parham

Zena Parham

Nov 3, 2024

Zena Parham, age 95, of Collierville, Tennessee, formerly of Grand Junction, passed away on November 3, 2024. She was born on August 11, 1929, in Moscow, Tennessee, where she spent her early years.

Zena devoted a significant part of her life to her career as a secretary with Folk Construction Company, from which she retired in the early 1990s. Her professionalism...

Bobby Clanton

Bobby Clanton

Nov 20, 2024

Bobby Clanton, 79, departed this life Thursday, November 20, 2024, at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.  Arrangements are incomplete with Shackelford Funeral Directors in Bolivar.

Lisa Mildred Dillon

Lisa Mildred Dillon

Nov 20, 2024

Lisa Mildred Dillon was born September 24, 1962 in McNairy County, TN, the daughter of Dottie Teague Robinson and the late Robert Dillon. She was a member of the Faith Baptist Church in Selmer, Tennessee. Lisa's faith was a guiding light in her life.Her love for planting flowers mirrored her nurturing spirit.

Lisa enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her...

Kenneth Aulton Brooks

Kenneth Aulton Brooks

Nov 20, 2024

Kenneth Aulton Brooks was born on April 26, 1939, the son of the late Aulton B. and Evangeline Burress Brooks in Ramer, McNairy County, Tennessee. Kenneth left this earth for a better place on November 20, 2024 at Hardin Medical Center Health and Rehabilitation Center under the care of Arden Hospice. He fought valiantly against his cancer.

On May 9, 1964...

Kalena Martin

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

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...

Carolyn Jane Thacker

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

James B. Walden

James B. Walden

Nov 16, 2024

James B. Walden, 84, of Bolivar, departed this life Saturday morning, November 16, 2024, at Christian Care Center in Bolivar.  Arrangements are incomplete with Shackelford Funeral Directors in Bolivar.

Homer Junior Cheek

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

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...

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