Billy L. Hill, Jr.
Aug 7, 2024
The world bids a solemn farewell to the late Billy L. Hill, Jr., a man whose life was marked by, hard work, dedication. Born on February 8, 1960, along the banks of the Potomoc River in Maryland, Billy embarked on a journey that took him through various phases of life, leaving behind an indelible mark on those had the privilege...
Gregory Browder Gray
Aug 7, 2024
Gregory Browder Gray, known affectionately as Greg, passed away on August 7th, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee after a long - hard fought battle with cancer. Born on February 6th, 1965, to Nancy Ellen and Glen H Gray, Greg was a lifelong resident of Adamsville, Tennessee, a town he so dearly loved.
Greg was a graduate of Adamsville High School, class of...
Allen Hardee
Aug 7, 2024
JOHN ALLEN HARDEE
Henderson, TN: John Allen Hardee age 92, passed away on August 7, 2024.
Mr. Hardee was born on May 21, 1932 in Denmark, Tennessee, to the late John David Hardee and the late Mary Oswald Hardee Joyner.
He served in the United States Navy in Korea, and was a retired aluminum mill operator.
He enjoyed reading and took particular pleasure in...
Fred James Beil
Aug 6, 2024
Fred James Beil
was born in Glasgow, Montana on December 2, 1958, the son of Evelyn LaCock Beil and the late Glenn G. Beil.
On November 22, 2005, he was united in marriage to Bettylou Robinson, who survives.
Fred was a farmer and rancher in Hinsdale, Montana and was a true cowboy. He also had worked as a heavy equipment operator for Valley...
David Lynn Forsythe
Aug 6, 2024
David Lynn Forsythe, 63, of Selmer, TN, passed away on August 6, 2024. Born on September 22, 1960, David was the beloved husband of Debbie Forsythe and devoted father to Casey, Joshua, Hannah, and Haley and “Pop” to Elijah, Ezra, Elizabeth, Roan, and Olivia.
David was widely known for his relentless work ethic and dedication. His work in flooring installation spanned...
Shirley Nelson
Aug 6, 2024
SHIRLEY NELSON
Henderson, TN: Shirley Erlene Brasfield Nelson, age 88, passed away August 6, 2024, at Henderson Health & Rehabilitation Center.
She was born December 13, 1935, in Lauderdale County, TN the daughter of the late Luther Guy and Bessie Mae Newman Brasfield. She attended Lauderdale County schools. She married AL Nelson on November 28, 1951. They moved to Henderson in 1973...
Wanda Marie Thompson
Aug 5, 2024
Wanda Marie Staggs Thompson, passed away on August 5, 2024, in Waynesboro, TN at the age of 77. Wanda's journey began in Collinwood, TN, where she was born to the late Floyd and Inavey Brewer Staggs. On July 04, 1964, Wanda entered a beautiful marriage with Joseph T. Thompson. Wanda was a member of the McGlamery Church in Collinwood TN....
Jimmy Ray Alexander
Aug 5, 2024
Jimmy Ray Alexander was born on October 21, 1939 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Brown Homer and Bessie M. Alexander.
On May 24, 1963, he was united in marriage to Donnie C. Stephens, who preceded him in death on March 18, 2014.
Jimmy honorably served his country in the United States Air Force from December 08, 1959 to...
Jack "Papaw" Bert York
Aug 5, 2024
Jack "Papaw" Bert York, age 64 of Counce, Tennessee, passed away Monday evening, August 5, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born on October 15, 1959 in Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Georgia Flandro York and the late Jack York.
Bert was a 1978 graduate of Cyprus High School in his hometown of Magna, Utah. In his spare...
Rickie Ray
Aug 4, 2024
Rickie Thomas Ray was born on January 16, 1953 in New Caney, Texas, the son of the late Thomas Wilson and Lillie Bell Morgan Ray.
Rickie honorably served his country in the United States Air Force and Air National Guard, where he retired as an Air-Craft Mechanic/Crew Chief with over thirty years of service, where he received Meritorious Service Medal, Air...
Deborah Jean Dowdy Doyle
Aug 4, 2024
Deborah Jean Dowdy Doyle
was born in Hardin County, Tennessee on August 25, 1956, the daughter of the late Montie Gene and Gatha Jeannette Bryant Dowdy.
Deborah had worked as a telephone operator for Bellsouth in the 1970's in Jackson, Tennessee. She also worked as an equipment installer with her ex-husband in LaJolla, California and Macon, Georgia. Deborah's last employment was with...
Brian "Roly" Griffin
Aug 4, 2024
On August 4, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul as Brian (Roly) Griffin passed away in Corinth, Mississippi. Born on January 12, 1979, in Selmer, TN to Patricia McKee Griffin and the late Roger Dale Griffin.
Brian's work as a supervisor at ACS Engineered Solutions in Henderson, TN showcased his strong work ethic that inspired those around him. Even amidst...
Anita Gillespie
Aug 3, 2024
Anita Gillespie, a beloved soul who touched the hearts of many with her kindness and grace, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Bolivar, Tennessee. Born on July 21, 1960, in Jackson, Tennessee, Anita was a cherished daughter of Richard Lewis Gaither and Hazel Roberts Parham.
Anita led a fulfilling life as she embarked on a career as an administrative assistant...
Inez Elliott
Aug 3, 2024
Inez Crowley Elliott, 98, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, August 3, 2024, at Royal Retreat Assisted Living in Memphis. She was born June 28, 1926, she is the daughter of the late Samuel and Lelia Crowley.
After high school graduation, she earned her R.N. degree from Mid-State Baptist Hospital Nursing School in Nashville TN. After completing her degree and marriage...
Randall Matlock
Aug 2, 2024
Randall Matlock was born on January 16, 1962, in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of Opal B. Wright Matlock and the late James Merle Matlock.
On October 4, 2005, he was united in marriage to Sherry Edwards Matlock, who preceded her husband in death on March 2, 2015.
Randall attended the Stantonville Church of Christ in Stantonville, Tennessee. In his spare time,...
William "Bill" Monroe Payne
Aug 1, 2024
William "Bill" Monroe Payne, born on March 20, 1936, to late Jayson and Pauline Payne, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at NHC Brink in Lawrenceburg, TN. Bill's life was marked by his dedication and service. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army and found solace in his faith as a member Collinwood...
Billy B. Kerr
Aug 1, 2024
Billy B. Kerr was born on November 05, 1931, in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Norman Patterson and Clara Minnie McLean Kerr.
On August 02, 1953, he was united in marriage to Jane Love Kerr, who survives.
Billy owned and operated a John Deer Dealership in Savannah, Tennessee. He was a member of Mount Hermon Baptist Church where he was...
Christine Harris
Aug 1, 2024
Finger, TN: Rachel Christine Brown Harris, age 98, passes away Thursday morning, August 1, 2024, at her home in Finger.
Mrs. Harris was born and reared in Finger, the daughter of the late Henry Harrison and Bessie Lillian Lewis Brown. She attended school in Finger and graduated from Chester County High School.
Her first works were at the shoe factory in Selmer,...
Jennie L. Lewis
Aug 1, 2024
Jennie Lou Thomas Lewis was born on November 18, 1937 to the late Robert Edward Lee Thomas and Ollie Bell (Kate) Crouch Thomas Ricketts.
She was united in holy marriage to Billy Joe Lewis on October 1, 1960, who survives. Jennie is survived by daughter, BeLinda Jean Lewis Tilley; sons, Rex (Jennifer) Lewis, Timothy (Tammy) Lewis, and Billy Wayne (Shonda) Reeves;...
Brian L. Frankie
Jul 31, 2024
Brian L. Frankie was born on November 16, 1950 in Christopher, Illinois, the son of the late Bert and Mary McClintock Frankie.
On February 11, 2017, he was united in marriage to Brenda Lupton Frankie, who preceded her husband in death on July 5, 2019.
Brian honorably served his country in the United States Navy from 1969 until 1973. He owned and...
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