Donna Elizabeth Yopp
Jun 26, 2024
Donna Elizabeth Yopp, 64, of Middleton, passed from this life on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
She was born Monday, April 11, 1960 in Amherst, OH to the late Betty Cardwell Baker and Bob Pickle. Shortly after, she moved to Hardeman County where she lived the rest of her life.
Donna was graduate of Middleton High School and worked many years for...
William Glenn "Polar Bear" Russell
Jun 26, 2024
William Glenn "Polar Bear" Russell, of Middleton, departed this life on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was 64 years, 3 months and 12 days of age.
Born to the late Simmie Lee Russell and Virgil Abigail Durham Russell, Mr. Russell was a retired fork-lift driver for Thyssen-Krupp Elevator in Middleton where he worked for 30 years....
Nancy Annette Brooks
Jun 26, 2024
Nancy Annette Robertson Brooks touched the lives of many during her time on this earth. Born on June 16, 1960, in Florence, AL to the late Callie Elizabeth Olive Robertson and Richard Thomas Robertson, Nancy's kind spirit and gentle soul shone brightly throughout her life. Beyond her professional pursuits of working for Angelica Corp. for 20 years, Nancy’s passion for...
Sammy Scott Henry
Jun 25, 2024
Sammy Scott Henry was born November 3, 1947 in Selmer, TN the son of the late Derucie and Jo Ann Powers Henry.
He was united in marriage to Betty Milford on November 7, 1968. They were married for 55 years.
Over the years Sammy cherished the friendships he made through his time in the work place at Brown Shoe Factory, Grinnell, Kolpak,...
Katie Lee Robertson
Jun 25, 2024
Katie Lee Robertson was born April 6, 1938 in Robeson County, NC, the daughter of the late Arthur Locklear and Lela Ree Jacobs Locklear.
Katie Locklear Delonga was united in marriage to Author W. Robertson on June 25, 1968. Mr. Robertson preceded her in death on January 8, 2011.
She was a member of the Chewalla Baptist Church since June 4, 2006....
Nola Faye Atkins
Jun 24, 2024
Nola Faye Atkins peacefully passed from this life on June 24 2024, in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 71 Years, 9 Months, 3 Days. She was born on September 21, 1952, in McNairy County, TN to her loving parents Ed Atkins and Lena Lusk Atkins.
Nola's life was defined by her unwavering faith and dedication to serving others. She was...
Leon Brock
Jun 24, 2024
Leon Brock, 87, passed from this life Monday, June 24, 2024, at Bolivar General Hospital.
Born in Bells, TN, he was the son of the late John William Brock and Lois Pamelia Jacobs Brock and married Lee Wiggins, who survives, on May 30, 1969. They had two sons, Jeremy Brock and Stephen Brock, both of Hickory Valley.
Mr. Brock was retired from...
Maria "Pili" Brewer
Jun 24, 2024
Maria (Pili) Brewer, born on March 19, 1944, in Barcelona, Spain, touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness. Her union with Tommy Brewer was a testament to love that transcends time, even after his passing on February 24, 2009.
Known as "Pili" to those dear to her heart, she spent many years of her life working at various...
Loretta "Granny" Baggett
Jun 23, 2024
Loretta "Granny" Baggett, age 83, was born on August 28, 1940 in Gibson County, TN to the late Benjamin and Velma Stephens Payne.
She was united in marriage on November 11, 1955 to Billy Joe Baggett. Mr. Baggett passed away on March 31, 1984.
Loretta was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She cherished singing gospel hymns, reading her...
John David "Moose" Morris
Jun 22, 2024
John David "Moose" Morris, 58, of Whiteville, departed this life Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis.
He was born in Bolivar on Thursday, December 2, 1965 to the late William Edolan and Jimmie Ruth Hardee Morris and lived most all of his life in the Whiteville and Bolivar communities of Hardeman County. A 1983 graduate of Bolivar Central...
Roger "Big Daddy" Marcum
Jun 22, 2024
Roger "Big Daddy" Marcum, a beloved retired truck driver for Howell & Sons and Dorris Logging, passed away on June 22, 2024, in Bolivar, Tennessee. He was born on March 18, 1951, in Middleton, Tennessee, son of the late James L. and Helen Sybill Doyle Marcum.
Roger was known for his warm personality - he loved to joke around and never...
Sarah J. Taylor
Jun 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sarah J. Taylor, a beloved soul who graced this world with her presence on February 2, 1942, in McNairy County, TN. She was the daughter of the late Albin Tracy and Mary Belle Tedford Carpenter.
In September of 1986, Sarah joined her life in marriage to Will Tom Taylor, a...
Tommy Shears
Jun 21, 2024
TOMMY SHEARS
Henderson, TN: Thomas Richard Shears, age 76, passed away June 21, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
He was a graduate of Messick High School of Memphis in 1965 and worked at Kimberly Clark before joining the Shelby County Sheriff’s Department in 1969; he served for 26 years. He went back to work for Homeland Security in Jackson, TN...
Howard "Howie" Conway White
Jun 20, 2024
Howard "Howie" Conway White was granted his angel wings on June 20, 2024 at the tender age of 22 days old. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that he touched in many ways throughout his short, yet very memorable life. Although, he was so small, he gave us all such courage and hope and reminded us...
Javonna "Nay Nay" Shelton
Jun 20, 2024
In Corinth, MS on March 22, 1964, a gentle soul named Javonna Renee' Shelton entered the world. She was the beloved daughter of Peach Shelton and the late Geroge L. Luster.
Javonna's essence emanated strength and resilience throughout her remarkable journey. For over three decades, she dedicated herself to caring for others at the nursing home in Selmer, TN. Her unwavering...
Coley Umphrey
Jun 20, 2024
Coley Eddie Umphrey was born on January 14, 1957 in Savannah, Tennessee. He passed from this life on June 20, 2024. He was the son of Rosie Nell Dickey Umphrey and James "Jake" Ruben Umphrey.
He married Mildred Catherine McAlister Umphrey on November 28, 1986. She preceded him in death on March 23, 2024. He is survived by his sister, Jennifer...
Joe Hodges
Jun 19, 2024
Joe Hodges was born November 30, 1937 in Perry, Florida. The son of the late Horace Hodges and Clida Hodges. He departed this life on June 19, 2024 in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee at the age of 86 Years, 6 Months, 20 Days.
Joe was united in marriage to Earlie Mills on July 20, 1957. He was a devoted husband who shared countless...
Judy Ann McWilliams
Jun 18, 2024
Judy Ann Gallaher McWilliams was born July 8, 1939, in Waynesboro TN, the first child of Naomi Byrd Gallaher and Lonnie Edwin Gallaher. Her brother Lonnie Biffle Gallaher was a wonderful brother and uncle who left us too soon. She graduated from St Thomas School of Nursing in Nashville with an RN. Marrying her high school sweetheart, Hogan Turman McWilliams,...
David Candow
Jun 18, 2024
DAVID CANDOW
Pinson, TN: David Carrington Candow, Jr. age 77, passed away June 18, 2024 at his home.
He was born October 7, 1946, in Memphis, TN the son of the late David Candow, Sr. and Carol Lee Sayle Wright. He grew up in Memphis and was a 1964 graduate of Messick High School. He later earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical...
Virgil Brown DeShazier
Jun 17, 2024
Virgil Brown DeShazier was born on July 26, 1955 in Hardin County, Tennessee to the late Buster Brown DeShazier and Melvina Murphy Babiec.
Virgil worked for Aqua Glass for 20 years and Hagy's for 6 years. He attended Sand Hill Holiness Church. Virgil loved mowing yards, fishing, working on cars, feeding deer, and talking to family. He also made several contributing...
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