Jaelyn Wayne Adkisson
Jan 15, 2025
JAELYN WAYNE ADKISSON
Lexington, TN: Jaelyn Wayne Adkisson, 1-day old son of Julius Aaron Adkisson and Katelyn Luann Morris.
He was born January 14, 2025, and passed away January 15, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital
Jaelyn was 8 lbs. & 13 oz, and he was 21 inches long, with lots of hair.
Jaelyn is survived by his parents, a sister, Addilynn Adkisson;...
Betty Lou Hicks
Dec 24, 2024
Betty Lou Barrett Hicks of Bethel Springs. She was born in Bells, TN on March 22, 1959 the daughter of the late Clifford Barrett and Howard Farnklin York and Annie Lou York. She departed this life on December 24, 2024 in Bethel Springs, TN at the age of 65 Years, 9 Months, 2 Days.
Betty was a dedicated mother and grandmother....
Shirley Fay Franks
Jan 23, 2025
Shirley Fay Franks departed this life on Thursday, January 23, 2025 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 84 years, 5 months, and 22 days. Arrangements will be available after 4:00 PM on Friday, January 24, 2025.
Kevin Smith
Jan 22, 2025
KEVIN SMITH
Henderson, TN: James Kevin Smith age 55, passed away January 22, 2025 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born January 12, 1970, in Henderson, the son of the late James Earl and Joyce Ann Forrester Smith. He graduated from South Side High School in 1988. He attended Tennessee Technology School at Crump and at Jackson where he received...
C.W. Kirk
Jan 22, 2025
C.W. Kirk, 93, of Middleton, passed from this life early Wednesday morning, January 22, 2025, at his home.
He was born in Pocahontas to the late Jessie Edward Kirk and Ora Evelyn Galloway Kirk and lived his entire life in Hardeman County. He was a graduate of Middleton High School where he excelled in basketball. On December 24, 1955, he...
Rhonda Avent
Jan 21, 2025
Rhonda Avent, 58, of Bolivar, departed this life Tuesday evening, January 21, 2025, at her home.
Rhonda spent most of her life in Hardeman County, where she met the love of her life, Jerry Wayne, in high school. Together, they were blessed to adopt two beautiful children, Megan and Jordan, who became the lights of her life.
She dedicated nearly 30 years...
Neva Lou Brown
Jan 20, 2025
Neva Lou Brown, born on September 2, 1947, left this world peacefully on January 20, 2025. Neva was a beacon of warmth and kindness, never having met a stranger. Her engaging personality and love for friends and family made her a cherished presence in the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
The daughter of James (Bob) and...
Joe Allen Weir
Jan 20, 2025
JOE ALLEN WEIR
Beech Bluff, TN: Joe Allen Weir age 71, passed away January 20, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was born August 19, 1953, in the Rocky Springs community of Madison County, the son of the late Vernon and Ruby Edna Seeley Weir. He went to school at Pinson and South Side. He worked at the TN Department...
Jackie (Dudley) Haley
Jan 20, 2025
Obituary In Loving Memory of Jackie (Dudley) Haley 5/20/1957 – 01/20/2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jackie (Dudley) Haley, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, friend and pillar of love and kindness in our lives. Jackie embodied a spirit of generosity and warmth that touched everyone she met. She was fiercely protective of the people she...
Regina Robbins Southern
Jan 20, 2025
Regina Robbins Southern was born on June 26, 1972 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Phillip Lynn and Joyce Alline Pusser Robbins.
On August 5, 2018, she was united in marriage to Michael Dewayne Southern, who survives.
Regina worked as a certified nursing assistant for At Home Healthcare and also worked for HIS in Saltillo. She was a very hard...
Mayrine Adkins
Jan 20, 2025
MAYRINE ADKINS
Finger, TN: Mayrine Dickson Adkins, age 82 passed away January 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born July 3, 1942, in Missouri City, MO, the daughter of the late Milton Bill and Norma Jean Patterson Dickson.
She grew up in Finger, TN and attended Old Friendship School. She married Woodrow Gayle Adkins in 1957. Mr. Adkins...
Troy Elby Cox
Jan 19, 2025
Troy Elby Cox, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on January 19, 2025 in Lewisville, Texas at the age of 98 Years, 6 Months, 9 Days. He was born July 10, 1926 in Middleton, TN the son of the late William Arthur Cox and Mittie Florence Tucker Cox.
Troy found his lifelong partner in Eva Joe Young Cox,...
Doyle Ray Bennett
Jan 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Doyle Ray Bennett, age 65, of Savannah, TN, who left us on January 19, 2025. He was born on September 16, 1959, in Memphis, TN, he was the son of the late Doyle Burton and Wilma Gene Knight Bennett.
Doyle found joy and purpose in his marriage to Carol Jean Oldham, which brought...
Velma Louise Robbins Smith
Jan 19, 2025
Velma Louise Robbins Smith, age 96, of Collinwood, TN, gently departed from this world on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born on April 16, 1928, in the charming town of Florence, AL, she was the beloved daughter of the late Joe Thomas and Carrie Maybelle Murphy Robbins.
On her special day in 1946, Velma celebrated not only her birthday but also her...
Betty Reeves
Jan 19, 2025
Betty Joyce Davidson Reeves was born on April 1, 1938 in Cerro Gordo, Tennessee, the daughter of the late John Walker and Birdie Marie McCasland Davidson.
On May 23, 1955, she was united in marriage to Melvin Wayne Reeves, who preceded his wife in death on May 23, 2017.
In her younger years, Betty enjoyed doing artwork and sewing. She worked as...
Seldon Welch, Jr.
Jan 18, 2025
Seldon Welch, Jr. was born on June 21, 1931 in Lake, Mississippi, the son of the late Seldon and Lena Wood Welch. At the age of 3, his family relocated to the Counce, Tennessee area where he lived for the remainder of his life.
In February of 1955, he was united in marriage to Doris M. Robertson. Seldon and Doris were...
Brent "Lurch" Harris Ferguson
Jan 18, 2025
Brent Harris (Lurch) Ferguson was born January 22, 1978 in Jackson, TN the son of Lucretia Cornelius Ferguson and the late Glenn D. Ferguson. As a child in Vacation Bible School, Brent recognized his need for a Savior and he was baptized at the First Baptist Church of Selmer.
Brent was taught to care for the things God created-the land, animals,...
Garry Lane Miller
Jan 18, 2025
Garry Lane Miller, a cherished soul, was born on August 16, 1951, in Selmer, TN, to the late James E. and Mary Edith Hill Miller. He peacefully departed this life on January 18, 2025, in Corinth, Mississippi, leaving behind a vibrant legacy of love and warmth.
Garry Lane was united in marriage to Suzy Webb on July 18, 2014, and together...
Joyce Morris
Jan 18, 2025
JOYCE MORRIS
Jacks Creek, TN: Clara Joyce Spencer Morris, age 83, passed away January 18, 2025, at Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born September 20, 1941, in Chester County, the Needmore Road Community, the daughter of the late Elmer 'Bud' and Wanda May Smith Spencer. She attended schools in Chester County. She married Jerry Wayne Morris in 1962. They made...
Dr. Billy Joe Naylor
Jan 18, 2025
Dr. Billy Joe Naylor, age 90, passed away January 18, 2025, at his home in Henderson.
Dr. Naylor was born and reared in Chester County in the Old Friendship Community, the son of the late Ferry Everett and Vera Irene Woodward Naylor. He graduated from Chester County High School in 1952. He received an Associates of the Arts degree from...
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