Barbara Carter Mayes
Mar 14, 2025
Barbara Carter Mayes went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, March 14, 2025. She was born Thursday, August 15, 1935, to Frank Joseph Carter and Bernice Holland Carter.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Mayes Sr. on September 12, 2022, her brother, Robert Carter and her sister, Peggy Hailey.
She leaves...
Evalyn Fair Mason Harris
Mar 15, 2025
Evalyn Fair Mason Harris, age 101, of Bolivar, Tennessee, died peacefully at her home on Saturday, March 15, 2025, surrounded by family.
Evalyn was born on February 7, 1924, in Wayland, Kentucky. She was the daughter of Belville Fitzhugh Mason and Blanche Geraldine Cutshaw. Evalyn moved to Jackson, Tennessee as a young girl and was a 1942 graduate of Jackson High...
Johnnie Faye Hathcock
Mar 29, 2025
Mrs. Johnnie Faye Hathcock, age 75 departed this life on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at her home in Henderson, TN.
She was born in Bethel Springs, TN on February 6, 1950, daughter of the late Howard Elmo and Eleanor White Stansell. She grew up in Henderson and attended Wilson School and West Chester School.
She married William Floyd Hathcock on October 15,...
Judy Carol Brigman
Mar 28, 2025
Judy Carol Brigman, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, was born on January 1, 1964, in Memphis, Tennessee. She was the cherished daughter of the late Virgil Carl and Lemmie O. Brown King.
On October 31, 1978, Judy united in marriage with Bobby Ray Brigman, who preceded her in death on August 15, 2012.
Judy was a hard worker whose dedication...
Dolores Mae Donnelly
Mar 28, 2025
Mrs. Dolores Mae Donnelly, age 94, passed away March 28, 2025 at her home in Henderson.
Dolores was born in Stokesbury, WV on April 16, 1930, daughter of the late Willie and Lula Mae Poff Christian. She grew up in Grundie, WV.
She married John Joseph Donnelly on February 21, 1955 in Roanoke, VA and they were married 58 years when he...
James Roy Garlin, Jr.
Mar 28, 2025
Arrangements are currently incomplete.
James Roy Garlin, Jr. was born on November 19, 1944 in Rome, Georgia, the son of the late James Roy Garlin, Sr. and Esther Lee Bronson Garlin.
On November 8, 1999, he was united in marriage to Mae Walker, who survives.
Mr. Garlin was a handyman and liked to work on vehicles. He was an animal lover who especially...
Glenda "Mouse" Harville
Mar 28, 2025
Glenda "Mouse" Harville was born on December 7, 1949 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Leonard Lee and Claire Elizabeth Starnes Harville.
Glenda worked in factories and did housecleaning. She loved her dog, "Scooter".
Glenda "Mouse" Harville departed this life on March 28, 2025 in Bartlett, Tennessee, at the age of 75 years, 3 months, and 21 days.
She is...
Sandra Kay Kelly
Mar 28, 2025
Mrs. Sandra Kay Kelly age 84, of Henderson, passed away March 28, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital.
She was born in Spearfish, SD on March 15, 1941, daughter of the late Herbert Oliver and Thelma Marie Burke Woodbury and grew up in Great Falls, Montana.
She was married to Edmon Kelly and they enjoyed 20 years of marriage together before...
Wendell Vincent
Mar 27, 2025
Arrangements are incomplete at this time for Wendell Vincent, age 70, who departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was the son of the late Calvin O'Neal "Buddy" Vincent and Glenys Virginia Taylor Vincent.
Keith Lipford
Mar 26, 2025
Keith Lipford was born on March 16, 1961, in Chester County, TN, was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. He was the son of the late Arlie Levi and Doris Laverne Griswell Lipford.
On August 14, 1986, Keith married the love of his life, Maria Ingle, with whom he shared 39 years of partnership and devotion. Together, they built a...
Jerry Paul Thompson
Mar 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Paul Thompson, age 58, of Collinwood, TN, who left us on March 25, 2025. He was born on June 16, 1966, in Florence, AL, the son of the late Edward Paul and Jeanie Marie Herston Thompson. Throughout his career, Jerry dedicated countless hours to construction work, showcasing a...
Bobby Eugene Mabry
Mar 25, 2025
Bobby Eugene Mabry, born on May 6, 1938, in Savannah, Tennessee, was the beloved son of the late Jack and Alene Austin Mabry.
He was united in marriage to Carol Ann Herron on June 11, 1959, after meeting her at church in California, where their love story began.
Mr. Mabry proudly served in the United States Navy for four years.
As a skilled...
Shirley Ruth Reaves Holt
Mar 25, 2025
Shirley Ruth Reaves Holt, age 78, of Collinwood, TN, passed away on March 25, 2025, at her home, enveloped by the love of her family. She was born on April 19, 1946, in Waynesboro, TN, the daughter of the late Edward Allen Lakey and Alice Rozetta Reaves.
Shirley dedicated many years of her life to her role at Murray Ohio Manufacturing...
Cecil N. Godwin
Mar 25, 2025
Cecil N. Godwin was born on December 13, 1930 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of the late Grady and Marie Young Godwin.
On December 24, 1949, he was united in marriage to Celia B. Lard, who survives.
Mr. Godwin honorably served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force. The Air Force took him many places, including California, Texas,...
Ernie Bigbie
Mar 25, 2025
Ernie Bigbie was born on July 18, 1955 in Savannah, Tennessee, the son of Betty Cromwell Bigbie and the late C.W. Bigbie.
He was united in marriage to Norma Price, who survives.
Mr. Bigbie retired from the United States Postal Service and also worked with cattle and hay as a farmer. He served as county commissioner and was a first responder with...
Magdline Vinson Gaines
Mar 24, 2025
Magdline Vinson Gaines, 97, passed from this life Monday, March 24, 2025, in Jonesboro, AR.
Born in Middleton on October 12, 1927, her father and mother were the late W.C and Clara Maude Stewart. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Dan Edward Stewart.
She so much enjoyed growing her garden and doing yard work when she was able. Her...
Stan J. Davis
Mar 23, 2025
Stan Davis was born September 4, 1954 in Detroit, MI the son of the late Jimmy Clifton Davis and Marlin Marie McGowan.
A devoted husband, he united his life with Teresa Smith on June 22, 1971, building a beautiful life together filled with love and joy. Stan found happiness in the simple pleasures of life, whether it was watching his favorite...
Bruce Alan Bigrig
Mar 21, 2025
Bruce Alan Bigrig, age 68 passed from this life on March 21, 2025 at his home in Henderson.
He was born in Sewickley, PA on December 1, 1956, son of the late Thomas Albert and Delores Catherine Becker Bigrig.
He grew up in Rockland, MA and graduated from Rockland High School in 1975. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1977 and...
Ted DeWayne Welch
Mar 21, 2025
Ted DeWayne Welch was born on August 15, 1958 in Garden Grove, California, the son of the late Robert Gurshion Welch and Jo Ann Shelby Sutton Jacobson.
On June 21, 2021, he was united in marriage to Sheree Martin, who survives.
For over 25 years, Ted owned and operated Welch's Shoe Repair in Savannah, Tennessee. In 2003, he moved to California and...
Karen Rivera
Mar 20, 2025
Karen Lee Rivera, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went to her heavenly home on March 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on March 7, 1938, in Topeka Kansas, Karen was the daughter of Alice and Albert Smith and spent her early years growing up in Topeka, Kansas and Yuma, Arizona.
Karen was married to the late Jose Rivera and...
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