Richard Lamar Smith
Sep 12, 2023
Richard Lamar Smith departed from this life Sept. 12.2023. He was 64 years old.
Born in January 6, 1959 in Corinth, MS. He spent most of his life in Selmer, TN. He briefly served in the U.S. Army before working as a printer prior to becoming disabled. He was a member of New Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Selmer...
Jackie Joyner
Sep 12, 2023
Jackie Joyner, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 12, 2023 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 71 years, 11 months, and 10 days. Born on October 2, 1951 in Jackson, TN to the late Oscar and Lueela Williams Joyner, Jackie's life was filled with love, joy, and cherished memories.
On June 6, 1979, Jackie entered...
Jeanette Coln
Sep 12, 2023
Jeanette Coln, a beloved wife, mother, and member of the community, passed away on September 12, 2023, in Michie, TN. She was born on November 9, 1931, in Alcorn County, MS, to the late William Hal and Lorena Roy Copeland.On October 16, 1947, Jeanette married the love of her life, Grady Coln. Together they built a beautiful life filled with...
JoAnne Singleton Stewart
Sep 12, 2023
JoAnne Singleton Stewart, age 85, of Cordova, TN departed this life on September 12, 2023 at her home.
JoAnne was born October 2, 1937 in McNairy County TN, the daughter of the late Frank and Mauline Jamerson Singleton. She graduated from Adamsville High School in 1955. JoAnne worked at various clothing factories in Adamsville until she and her family...
Betty Fay Morgan Brown
Sep 12, 2023
Mrs. Betty Fay Brown 80, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at her home in Savannah, Tennessee surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born in Cullman, Alabama on April 3, 1943 to the late William Alton and Johnie Roberta Morgan. She was married to Lewis E. Brown on December 23, 1961 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. They were together for...
Christopher Daniel Franklin
Sep 11, 2023
Christopher "Little Chris" Franklin was born on August 27, 2001 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the son of Christopher Douglas and Brandy Nekole McBunch Franklin.
Christopher was disabled all his life. He loved listening to music, watching movies, and going to school.
Christopher "Little Chris" Franklin departed this life on September 11, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 22...
Linda Cotner
Sep 10, 2023
Linda Cotner was born on March 15, 1948 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Gertrude Evelyn Kirby Parsons.
Linda worked for Aqua Glass as a cover coat sprayer for 20 years. She was a member of Lighthouse Pentecostal in the Nixon community. She lived in Hardin County most of her life. Linda loved to color on tablets, Sunday...
Diane Stephenson
Sep 10, 2023
Diane Stephenson was born on January 27,1944 in Sunman, Indiana, the daughter of the late Howard Newton and Laverne Louise Belter Osburn.
Diane worked at Hampton Inn as the assistant housekeeper and in commerical housekeeping. She loved playing bingo, gardening, traveling, reading, crossword puzzles, spending time with family, and watching her television.
Diane Stephenson departed this life on September 10,...
Alice Whitehurst Moore
Sep 9, 2023
Alice Whitehurst Moore died peacefully at home in Acton, TN, on September 9, 2023 at 6:35 PM surrounded by her daughters, Amy and Chrissie along with her brother, Ray. Bringing to close a life that started 82 years ago in the nearby community of Michie, TN on October 27, 1940. Alice was the only daughter and youngest child of...
Alan Barnes
Sep 9, 2023
Alan Barnes was born September 26, 1964 in Savannah, TN, the son of the late Samuel (Gib) Gilbert Barnes and Bonnie Ruth Horton Barnes. He was a member of the Meeks Grove Free Will Baptist Church in Stantonville, Tennessee.
One couldn't help but be moved by Alan's deep love for music. It was a passion that resonated with his...
Mildred J. Thomas Alexander Brasher
Sep 8, 2023
Mildred J. Thomas Alexander Brasher was born October 29, 1928 in Hardin County, TN the daughter of the late Millard and Nettie Nix Thomas. She departed this life on September 8, 2023 in Adamsville, Tennessee at the age of 94 Years, 10 Months, 10 Days.
Mildred's strong faith led her to become a cherished member of the House of...
Arlie "Sonny" Hicks
Sep 8, 2023
Arlie "Sonny" Hicks was born September 8, 1947 in Selmer, TN the son of the late Arlie Cecil Hicks and Lessie Mae Murphy Hicks.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was united in marriage to Virginia Keen on November 28, 1974. He was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church in Adamsville, Tennessee...
Lisa Jones
Sep 8, 2023
Lisa Gail Mabry Jones passed away on September 8, 2023, at Magnolia Regional Health Center, surrounded by her family. She was born on January 11, 1956, in Savannah, Tennessee. The daughter of the late Bill and Dorothy Mabry. She was a lifelong resident of Savannah and was a member of the Mt. Zion Church of Christ. Lisa had two children,...
David "Taco" Turner
Sep 8, 2023
David "Taco" Turner, 66, of Saulsbury, departed this life on Friday, September 8, 2023, at Pine Meadows Healthcare in Bolivar.
A Celebration of Life for Mr. Turner will be held from 1 - 4 pm, Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Grand Valley Lodge, 405 Grand Valley Drive, Saulsbury, TN 38067. Lunch will be provided.
The son of the late...
Katherine Ruth Rumbaugh Pitts
Sep 7, 2023
Katherine Ruth Rumbaugh Pitts, a beloved member of the Collinwood, Tennessee community, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2023, at the age of 75. She was born on August 29, 1948, to the late James and Arnita Sanders Rumbaugh in Waynesboro, TN.
Kathy was known for her love of the beach and nature. She spent many joyful hours...
Pat Lee
Sep 7, 2023
Pat Lee was born May 21, 1944 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Howard Patrick Lee and Virginia Cummings Lee. He graduated from Selmer High School and later went on to pursue higher education at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville.
He was united in marriage to Mary Mcnabney on June 6, 1964. Mrs. Lee preceded him...
Danny Odell Nixon
Sep 7, 2023
Danny Odell Nixon was born on February 10, 1953, in Selmer, Tennessee, to the late Odell and Essie Mae Kirk Nixon. Danny went to school at Rose Creek, graduated from McNairy Central and attended Jackson State Community College before being united in marriage on August 17, 1973, to Janice Lawson Nixon, who preceded him in death on May 14,...
Katherine Wood
Sep 7, 2023
Katherine Marie Seado Wood
was born in Astoria, Oregon on April 2, 1947.
Katherine mainly worked in the clerical field. She was a member of Parkway Bible Church in Pflugerville, Texas. In her spare time she enjoyed coloring, sewing, quilting, and playing the keyboard. One of her greatest enjoyment was reading.
Katherine departed this life on Thursday, September 7,...
Donnie Rose, Sr.
Sep 7, 2023
Donnie Rose, Sr. was born on April 10, 1950 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Clantis and Sally Cummings Rose.
On December 22, 1990, he was united in marriage to Rebecca Kay Stricklin, who survives.
Donnie worked as a service technician for Ronnie Smith Chevrolet. He was a member of Mount Hermon Baptist Church in Savannah,...
Thomas Shayne Seitz
Sep 6, 2023
Thomas Shayne Seitz, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, was born on January 4, 1966, in Nashville, TN. He was the son of Carolyn Davis Seitz Boroughs and the late Thomas "Gene" Eugene Seitz. With a warm smile and a caring heart, Shayne dedicated himself to being a supervisor at Collinwood Lumber. His commitment and leadership were felt...
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