Kay Pipkin Alsup
Sep 26, 2024
Kay Pipkin Alsup, a cherished resident of Middleton, Tennessee, was born on June 11, 1937, in Middleton, and departed this world peacefully at home in Middleton on September 26, 2024. Known for her radiant spirit and nurturing heart, Kay embodied the grace of a true Southern lady.
For many years, she proudly considered herself a "domestic engineer," dedicating her life to...
Fay Thompson
Sep 26, 2024
Vernon Fay Thompson was born on December 17, 1953 in Wayne County, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Eunis and Frances Thompson.
On June 21, 1974, he was united in marriage to Kim Cummings, who survives.
He loved being outdoors, cooking, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed building things and was an excellent builder. Vernon loved his wife, kids, and...
Jessie Nell Keel Anderson
Sep 25, 2024
Jessie Nell Keel Anderson was born on October 5, 1943 in Waterloo, Alabama, the daughter of the late William Keel, Jr. and Jewel Hinton Keel.
On June 17, 1961, she was united in marriage to Donald Joseph Anderson, who preceded his wife in death on July 14, 2024.
Nell worked in clothing manufacturers in Hardin and McNairy County. She worked at Robinson...
Maxine Griffin Love
Sep 25, 2024
Maxine Griffin Love was born on October 9, 1938 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Landous and Lela Haggard Griffin.
On December 24, 1960, she was united in marriage to William Royce Love, who preceded his wife in death on September 25, 2009.
Maxine worked as a bookkeeper by trade and worked for various businesses in Savannah, Tennessee throughout...
Debi 'Oma' Phillips
Sep 24, 2024
DEBI ‘OMA’ PHILLIPS
Henderson, TN: Debra Ann Hopper Phillips age 64 passed away September 24, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born July 24, 1960, the daughter of the late Peggy Junell Russell Luna and Roy Allen Hopper. She grew up in Jackson, TN and was a graduate of Jackson Central Merry High School.
She married John M. Phillips on...
Billy Shelby
Sep 24, 2024
Billy Shelby, 85, of Bolivar, departed his earthly life on Tuesday morning, September 24th, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
A native of Somerville, he was the son of the late William Leland Shelby and Vera Mae Thompson Shelby. On September 20, 1959, he married Patricia Ann DeFoor and their union lasted over 35 years until her passing on February 23, 1996....
Stephen Bernard "Big Daddy" Frost, II
Sep 23, 2024
Stephen Bernard "Big Daddy" Frost, II, 60, of Toone, TN, passed from this life on Monday evening, September 23rd, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
The son of Bernard and Patricia Atkeison Frost, Stephen was a life-long resident of Hardeman County. A 1982 graduate of Bolivar Central High School, he worked over 35 years as a well-driller for Frost Well Supply, his...
Robert Leon Massey
Sep 23, 2024
Robert Leon Massey was born on January 11, 1942 in Counce, Tennessee, the son of the late Howard Leon and Ruby Arradie Worley Massey.
On September 14, 1968, he was united in marriage to Betty Teasley, who preceded her husband in death on February 20, 2020.
Mr. Massey honorably served his country in the United States Army from 1960 - 1968, completing...
Herman Floyd Taylor
Sep 23, 2024
Mr. Herman Floyd Taylor, 87, of Toone, departed this life on Monday morning, September 23, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
A native of Fayette County, TN, he was the son of the late Willie and Frances Eaton Taylor. On May 9, 1957, he was united in marriage to Carolyn Fay Young and moved to Memphis. There, Mr. Taylor worked over...
Kevin Roger Grauer
Sep 23, 2024
Kevin Roger Grauer, 82, of Memphis, TN, left us on Monday, September 23, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his sons Shea and Beau Grauer, granddaughter Chloe Grauer-Lea, parents Mary and Henry Grauer, and nephew David Wayne Grauer. He is survived by his wife, Gail Handwerker-Grauer; daughter Paige; son Sean; son-in-law Ty Taylor; daughters-in-law Elaina Grauer, Wendy Grauer, and Liz...
Norma Jean Ash Carpenter
Sep 22, 2024
Norma Jean Ash Carpenter was born on September 14, 1940 in Osceola, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Walter Elbert and Dorothy Jewell Turner Tidwell.
Norma owned and operated a successful upholstering business for over 30 years in the Memphis, Tennessee area. She enjoyed spending time outdoors going boating and fishing. Norma loved her girls and her fur baby, Stella.
Norma Jean...
Phillip Alan Brashier
Sep 22, 2024
Phillip Alan Brashier was born on April 7, 1958 in Florence, Alabama, the son of Betty Sue Bevis Brashier and the late Gwen Austin Brashier.
Phillip retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 30 years of employment.
Phillip Alan Brashier departed this life on September 22, 2024 in Jackson, Tennessee at the age of 66 years, 5 months, and 15 days.
He...
Annie Katherine Scott Patterson
Sep 21, 2024
Annie Katherine Scott Patterson, age 87, of Lutts, TN, passed away on September 21, 2024. She was born on April 3, 1937, the daughter of the late George Henry and Effie Golden Rich Scott.
Annie’s heart was intertwined with the love she shared with her husband, Waylon Patterson, whom she married on August 2, 1957.
With over 20 years of dedication as...
Betty Jane Ross
Sep 21, 2024
Betty J. Ross of Michie, TN departed this life on September 21, 2024 in Tupelo, MS at the age of 73 Years, 7 Months, 4 Days. She was born February 17, 1951 in Corinth, MS, the daughter of the late Herman “Bo” Ross and Opal Rose Ross.
Ms. Ross was a talented seamstress and former co-owner of Pennie Lane’s Formals in...
Loralei Kate Gomes
Sep 21, 2024
Loralei Kate Gomes, 17 day old infant daughter of Rebecca Ervin and Jeremy Gomes, gained her heavenly wings on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Private memorial services will be held at a future date.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Carson Reese Gomes; maternal grandmother, Kim Ervin; paternal grandfather, Robert Gomes; aunt and uncle, Ashley and Evan...
Paul Wilson
Sep 21, 2024
Paul Davis Wilson, age 85, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024 at his home in Bethel Springs, TN.
He was born January 29, 1939 in the Mt. Gilead Community of McNairy County to the late Carl Davis and Vernie Maxine Holyfield Wilson. He attended Rose Creek School, graduated in 1956 from Selmer High School and was a 196l graduate of...
James Elmer Smith
Sep 21, 2024
James Elmer Smith was born March 27, 1946 in West Shiloh, TN, the son of the late Elmer Reid Smith and Lessie Lee Smith.
Elmer was united in marriage to Tina Berry on March 27, 1982. He was a member of the West Shiloh Baptist Church in Stantonville, Tennessee and was baptized there on April 1, 1961. He worked for Duren...
Margaret Elizabeth Merritt Alexander
Sep 21, 2024
Margaret Elizabeth Merritt Alexander was born on January 11, 1950 in Harrisburg, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Joseph Douglas and Lucy Elizabeth Coons Merritt.
On October 31, 1969, she was united in marriage to Leland Warren Alexander, who preceded his wife in death on April 27, 2024.
Early in her life, Margie spent countless years working as a caregiver for many...
Grandy Hugh Thompson
Sep 20, 2024
Grandy Hugh Thompson, age 66, of Collinwood, TN, passed away on September 20, 2024. He was born on June 30, 1958, in Michigan, he was the son of the late Willie Laynard and Lora Iva Jean Brewer Thompson.
Grandy's heart held a special place for his beloved wife, Reta Denise Thompson, who preceded him in death.
Throughout his working years, Grandy dedicated...
Laverne Connor
Sep 20, 2024
LAVERNE CONNOR
Henderson, TN: Laverne Lizzie Cagle Connor, age 93, passed away September 20, 2024, at her home.
She was born December 18, 1930, in Henderson County, the daughter of the late Clyde Washington and Jeanie Francis Britt Cagle. She attended schools in both Henderson County and Chester County. She married Loyse Connor in 1953 and they made their home in Henderson.
Laverne...
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