Author: Chris Davis

Ms. Chrystal Nicole Lambert, 45, died Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville. Services will be Sunday, December 7, 2025, at 12:00 Noon at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville. Rawls Funeral Home-Brownsville (731) 772-1472

Mrs. Myrtle Thorpe Laster, 94, of the #7 community died Tuesday, December 2, 2025. She was born January 19, 1931 in the Shawtown community, the daughter of the late William Leslie (Less) and Effie Myrtle Cranford Thorpe. Graveside services will…

Ms. Bertha Musgrave Burt, 98, died Monday, December 1, 2025, at Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville. Services will be Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 2:00 P. M. at St. John #2 Baptist Church in Denmark.  Interment will be in…

Visitation for Jeffery Lynn Hollingsworth, age 53, will be Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Mercer Brothers Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until 6:00 PM. Mr. Hollingsworth died Friday, November 28, 2025 at his residence. For additional information, contact Mercer Brothers…

Guy Burton Crossen, born on April 7, 1936, in Brownsville, TN, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, at the Bells Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Bells, TN. He was a dedicated and cherished member of his community.  There will be…

Mr. Joey Stewart, 70, of Union City passed away 11:23 p.m. Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Roane Medical Center in Harriman. Graveside services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Wednesday at Salem Cemetery. Bro Paul Adams will officiate. There will be…

Angela Warren Pepper, age 55, a devoted registered nurse at Pine Meadows Healthcare Center, passed away at her home on November 26, 2025. She was born on January 14, 1970, in Humboldt, TN, to T. J. Warren and Shirley Swain…

Thomas Eugene “Tom” Denton, age 61 of Paris, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Jackson Madison Co. General Hospital. His funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Rev. Randy…

Addison Brooks Lambert, 26, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, with her loving family by her side. She was born on February 4, 1999, in Jackson, Tennessee, and from the very beginning brought warmth, kindness, and…

Billy Wayne Brewer, a beloved son, father, brother, and grandfather, departed this world on November 25, 2025. Born on March 4, 1969, in Humboldt, Tennessee, Billy lived a life filled with passion, love, and a profound appreciation for the simple…

Bettie Ann Hobock-Hamblin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, made her final journey on November 26, 2025, at the Quail Ridge Assisted Living Center in Bartlett, Tennessee. She was born on June 17, 1938, Atwood, Tennessee, to Vernon…

Vickie Blackburn age 73 passed away peacefully to her eternal home on Saturday, November 29, 2025. She was born August 31, 1952 in Humboldt, Tennessee to the late Glenn and Nell Blackburn. She was a 1970 graduate of Overton High…

Nellie Jo Hickman unexpectedly departed this life on November 25, 2025. She was a vibrant 83 years young. Jo, as she was affectionately known, was born on March 20, 1942, in Pinson, TN to the late Thomas Perry Jeter and…

Ruby Jean Benard Ford, age 89, passed away on November 27, 2025 at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN surrounded by family   Ruby was born on May 6, 1936 in Brownsville, TN, the daughter of the late Howard Jetson Benard…

Larry Wayne Bennett, 79, of Hornbeak passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025, at his home. Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church near Hornbeak. Brother Pat Murdock will officiate. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery.…

William Samuel “Bill” Harding, 83, passed away at his home on November 15, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Brooklyn, NY, in 1942 to the late Paul Berry Harding and Maxine Morrisette Beacham, he graduated from E. W. Grove…

Diane Marie Douglas, 67, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025. She was born on October 14, 1958, in Lexington, Tennessee, and from the very beginning, her life was defined by love—love for her family, her friends,…

Minnie Ray Wilson, age 85, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held…

Services for Mr. Eddie R. Thomas, age 60 of Henderson, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, 12 Noon, at the Beech Springs Baptist Church. The interment will be in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends…

Services for Ms. Solonia B. Knox, age 93 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at the Rehoboth Baptist Church. The interment will be in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The family will receive friends…

Services for Ms. Madeleine C. Walker, age 77 of Memphis, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, 11:00 A.M., at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Jackson, Tennessee. The family will receive friends on Friday, from 1:00 P.M. – 3:00…

Mr. Estrada Denard Parram, age 43, of Whiteville, TN., departed this life on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, at Bolivar General Hospital in Bolivar, TN. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 28th, 2025, from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. at Hardeman County…

  Mr. Reshuan Tyrell Callaway, 29, died Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson. Services will be Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 11:00 A. M.  at Woodlawn Baptist Church in Brownsville.  Interment will be in Woodlawn…

Charles Edward Frazier, Jr was born June 9, 1964 and was a life-long resident of Jackson, TN. He died November 21, 2025 after a short illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Frazier, his son, Shane Senter,…

Linda Hall Whitten, age 73, departed this life, on Friday, November 21, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital, in Jackson, TN.  A Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, at…

Services for Mr. Franklin Bruce Long, age 76 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Friday, November 28, 2025, 1:00 P.M., at the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. The interment will be in the Parkway Memorial Gardens. The family will receive…

Christine Bright Bishop, 87, passed from this life in November 2025. She was born in Jackson, Tennessee on January 2, 1938, the daughter of the late James Vernon Bright and Beulah Threadgill. Christine lived a life marked by quiet strength,…

Monte York, age 76 of Paris, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at West TN Healthcare Henry Co. Hospital. His service will be held graveside at 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Liberty Church Cemetery, 5585 Hillard…

Services for Ms. Cynthia L. Surratt, age 64 of Finger, Tennessee will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025, 1:00 P.M., at the Cypress Creek First Baptist Church in Selmer, Tennessee. The interment will be in the Patterson Cemetery. The…

Mrs. Frances Marie Wroten, 90, of Union City died 2:30 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. Funeral services will be conducted 12:00 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home. Jackson Doss will…

With grateful hearts for a life so beautifully lived, we announce the passing of our beloved father, devoted husband, and cherished friend, Billy Jeff Stone, who went home to Jesus on November 16, 2025 at the age of 83. Though…

Mr. Paul Hunt, 68, of Union City passed away 8:45 p.m. Monday, November 17, 2025, at his home. Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements. Services will be held at a later date. Paul was born May…

Howard Jeffrey Keas, 71, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Nov. 16, 2025 at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN.   Jeff was born in Jackson, Tenn. on Jan. 4, 1954 to Howard Thomas Keas and Mary Ruth Olhausen…

Life Woven from Love, Lessons, and Highway 70 She was born on a Sunday, and she died on a Sunday…so fitting. On October 8, 1944, Glenda Margaret Boyd came into the world already wrapped in a story far bigger than…

Darian Cade Hatchett-Arnold, age 29, of Lexington, TN, departed this life on Friday, November 14th, 2025, at Henderson County Community Hospital. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 21st, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Henderson County Funeral…

Hershel Harold King, a cherished member of the community, passed away on November 15, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and unforgettable memories. Born on August 21, 1949,…

Mary Helen Moore 76 of Jackson TN Helen passed away on November 9, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday November 22, 2025  at 1:00pm. Location of service is Sandhill M.B…

Edward Taylor, born on April 23, 1936, in Brownsville, TN, departed this world peacefully on November 15, 2025, in his beloved hometown. A devoted husband, father, brother, and friend, Edward's life was a tapestry of kindness, craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication.…

Funeral service for Tonya Mays, age 39, will be Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Historic First Baptist Church.  Burial will follow on Monday, November 24, 2025 at Saint Thomas Cemetery in Lamont, MS. Mrs. Mays died…

Elizabeth Lee “Betsy” Foster, age 61, passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 12:30 PM, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Brownsville, TN, with Bro. Mike…

Johnnie Lee Howard, age 82, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, in Jackson, TN. Born on May 11, 1943, in Water Valley, MS, she lived a life rich in compassion and service, dedicating…

Always able to see the good in others, she treated everyone like family. Born in New York and making her way to San Diego and then to settle in Tennessee, Robin had a love for traveling, reading, and crafts. She…

Funeral service for Franchot White, age 63, will be Friday, November 21, 2025 at 1:30 PM at the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads. Mr. White died Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. For additional information, contact…

Funeral service for Linda Ware Jackson "Spooky" McKinny, age 77, will be Friday, November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Mrs. McKinny died Thursday, November 6,…