William Embrey
Nov 20, 2023
William Francis Embrey, 58, went to be with our Lord on November 20, 2023. William was born on May 27, 1965, to the late Earline Embrey Baker and Jesse Wilbur Embrey.
William was a loving husband, father, brother and friend. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Robin Muench Embrey and his son, Cody James Embrey. He is also...
Joy Ann Cox
Nov 19, 2023
Ms. Joy Ann Hogancamp Armour Cox, age 71, of Henderson died November 19, 2023 at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born September 20, 1952 in Henderson, daughter of the late Harold Rudolph and Matilda "Tillie" Ann Mountjoy Hogancamp.
She is survived by a son, Michael Armour (Jennifer) of Little Rock, AR; a daughter Anna Leath (David) of Henderson;...
Tammy Watkins
Nov 19, 2023
TAMMY WATKINS
Jackson, TN: Tamila Michelle Prater Watkins, age 56, passed away November 19, 2023, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born August 24, 1967, in Muscatine, Iowa, the daughter of Tommie Veraline Huddleston Prater Becker and the late Charles Kay Prater. She grew up in Pocahontas, AR and attended Pocahontas High School.
She married Robert Watkins...
Carolyn Robbins
Nov 19, 2023
Carolyn Robbins was born on November 4, 1947 in Chester County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Gilbert Perry and Exie Mae Pusser.
On September 12, 1964, she was united in marriage to Reeder Junior Robbins, who preceded his wife in death on September 29, 2016.
Carolyn worked as a machine operator and floor lady at H.I.S. Sportswear. She enjoyed...
Marcine Tedford
Nov 19, 2023
MARCINE TEDFORD
Pinson, TN: Ruby Marcine Tedford, age 91, passed away November 19, 2023, at her home.
She was born January 27, 1932 in Jackson, TN the daughter of the late Malcom and Buna Mae Poteet. She grew up in Pinson and graduated from Pinson High School.
She worked as a bookkeeper at Kisbers Clothing Store for seventeen years....
Stephanie Anne Mathis
Nov 18, 2023
Our beloved, Stephanie Anne Mathis passed away November 18, 2023. Stephanie was a long-time resident of Smyrna TN where her family moved to in the early 70's. Stephanie is proceeded in death by her father, Gene Marshal Mathis Sr and her two brothers, Gene Jr and Bryan Mathis. She is survived by her mother, Barbara Mathis and many loving...
Lenora Cummins
Nov 18, 2023
Lenora Cummins, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 18, 2023, at the age of 82. She was born on November 14, 1941, in Waynesboro, TN to Shaler Brewer and Alice Spann.
Lenora dedicated many years of her life to Angelica Manufacturing, where she worked as a pair girl. While her professional life was important to...
Lavelle Page
Nov 18, 2023
Lavelle Rogers Page, age 95 years, 6 months and 1 day, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Jackson-Madison County General Hospital surrounded by her family.
She was born on May 17, 1928, in Henderson County to Lonnie Huborn Rogers and Eva McCarter Rogers. She married Amos C. Page on October 18, 1946, upon his return from WWII. They enjoyed...
Sylvia "Sybil" Lou Tinin
Nov 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of Sylvia "Sybil" Tinin, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and member of the community. Sybil was born on December 17, 1960, in Hardin County, TN to the late Clemon Edsel and Willie Mae Sharp Davis.
Sybil dedicated many years of her life as an employee to many Wayne...
C. W. "Shorty" Hill
Nov 17, 2023
C. W. (Shorty) Hill was born on February 17, 1927, in New Albany, MS. He was the beloved son of the late Murry and Ella Rhea Hogue Hill.
At a very young age, Mr. Shorty left school to help his parents support his eight siblings, demonstrating an early understanding of hard work and dedication. These qualities remained with him throughout...
Timothy Michael Hellriegel
Nov 16, 2023
Timothy Micheal Hellriegel, age 72, died on November 16, 2023 at the Henderson County Community Hospital from double pneumonia. Timothy was born to Cecil Hellriegel and Elizabeth (Betty) Hellriegel (née Dempsey). He has four siblings and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
Timothy, “Dr. Tim”, graduated High School from West Leyden High School in 1969. He attended Triton College where...
James Frederick Stagg
Nov 16, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Reverend James Frederick Stagg (Jim), beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Jim was born on January 23, 1943, in Hattiesburg, MS, to the late John O. Stagg and Loraine McLelland Stagg.
On December 4, 1962, James entered into a lifelong journey of love and partnership when he...
Debbie Bearden Austin
Nov 16, 2023
Debbie Bearden Austin was born on July 2, 1957 in McNairy County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late William Ralph Bearden and Helen Miller Bearden Jernigan.
Debbie worked at Walmart for 10 years where she was a supervisor over the Garden Center. She was of the Christian faith and enjoyed cooking, gardening, watching football, and baking.
Debbie Bearden Austin departed...
Barry Alan Wood
Nov 15, 2023
Barry Alan Wood was born August 25, 1963 in Lauderdale County, TN the son of Billy D. and Faye L. Hancock Wood.
Barry was always full of life and the life the party everywhere he went. He was a wonderful cook, enjoyed painting different landscapes, and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Barry departed this life on...
Ernest Ray Barton
Nov 15, 2023
Ernest Ray Barton, born January 14, 1944, of McNairy and Hardin counties, passed away in Savannah, TN on November 15, 2023. He was retired from a career building railroads and enjoyed gardening, cooking, canning, fishing, keeping chickens, going to meetings with the Primitive Baptist church, helping neighbors, and spending time with his extensive family. He is survived by his children,...
Frank Wilson Thomas
Nov 15, 2023
Frank Wilson Thomas entered this world in Savannah, Tennessee on April 22, 1929, the fourth child and third son of Henry Earl and Mary McFall Thomas. Upon graduating from Central High School in Savannah, he enlisted in the Navy, serving from 1947 until his discharge in 1950—and even has the official Navy tattoo to prove it. Two years later, on...
Martha Patterson
Nov 15, 2023
MARTHA PATTERSON
Finger, TN: Martha Ann Robison Patterson age 84 passed away November 15, 2023, at Park Rest Hardin County Health Center.
She was born February 9, 1939, in McNairy County, the daughter of the late Lawrence Winford and Sue Alice Hampton Robison. She grew up in McNairy County and was a 1957 graduate of Bethel Springs High School.
...
Chad Evan Tull
Nov 14, 2023
Chad Evan Tull was born December 27, 1976 in Selmer, TN the son of the late Jerry Vance and Carolyn Sue Garrard Tull.
He was united in marriage to Monica Kiestler on February 2, 2002. They renewed their vows on February 2, 2022.
Chad worked for Twisted T Home and Property Maintenance.
Known for his wit and charm, Chad...
Joy Ann Turner
Nov 14, 2023
Joy Ann Turner, age 89, of Savannah, Tenn., went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 14, at Trinity Place in Columbus, MS. She was with her daughter-in-law as she entered heaven’s gates listening to the hymn “Be Thou My Vision”.
She was born on Oct. 28, 1934, in Hardin County, the daughter of...
William Michael Adams
Nov 13, 2023
William Michael Adams, age 74, of Bolivar, departed this life on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
He was born in St. Mary's Hospital, Humboldt, TN on Thursday, June 23, 1949 to the late William Bert Adams and Rosie Nell Russell Adams Sykes. "Mike", as he was known to many, was joined in marriage to Diane...
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