Author: Chris Davis

Linda Ware Jackson “Spooky” McKinny

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,…

Don Jordan

Don Jordan, 90 of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away at Bells Nursing and Rehab Center on November 14, 2025. Don was born on February 14, 1935 in Bemis, TN to Pauline Smith Jordan and C.C. Jordan. Growing up in the Bemis…

Jeremy R. Steele

Mr. Jeremy R. Steele was born on January 29, 1980 in Jackson, Tennessee. He departed this life on November 11, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church.…

Lilly Puryear

Ms. Lilly Puryear, 91, died Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Services will be Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 1:00 P. M. at Woodlawn Baptist Church.  Interment will be in Woodlawn Baptist Church Cemetery.  There will be a visitation…

John Gude

John Gude, 70, passed away on November 9, 2025, after struggling with lung disease and heart disease for many years. John was born in Elmira, New York on October 11, 1955, and he grew up in Horseheads, New York. As…

David Bird

David Bird, 73, of Medon, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on November 13, 2025. Born on August 26, 1952, in Jackson, Tennessee, David devoted his life to the land and was a longtime cotton farmer in Madison County.…

Albert John Gude

Albert John Gude, born on October 11, 1955, in Elmira, New York, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the age of 70. Albert resided in Jackson, Tennessee.

RobinJean Palmer

RobinJean Palmer, born on September 14, 1954, passed away on November 11, 2025, at the age of 71.

Arthur McCann

Sargent Arthur McCann, born on July 8, 1942, passed away on November 12, 2025, at the age of 83. He was a resident of Jackson, Tennessee. A visitation with friends and loved ones will be held at George A. Smith…

Dennis Clifton Karr

Dennis Clifton Karr, 74, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on November 12, 2025. Born November 15, 1950, in Dallas, Texas, Dennis lived a life driven by curiosity, boldness, and an adventurous spirit. Dennis proudly served his…

Jackel “Jack” Ozier

Funeral service for Jackel "Jack" Ozier, age 65, will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home  Burial will follow in Parkway Memorial Gardens. Mr. Ozier died Sunday, November 9, 2025 at his residence. Visitation…

Paula Fussell Westbrook

Paula Fussell Westbrook of Jackson, TN passed away on November 11, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born August 3, 1949, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Lester and Mary Fussell. Paula graduated from Blue Mountain College in Blue Mountain,…

Shervoynne R. Fuller

Funeral service for Shervoynne R. Fuller, age 63, will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Faith Deliverance Center.  Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens. Ms. Fuller died Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at Select Specialty Hospital. Visitation…

Anner L. Pearson

Funeral service for Missionary Anner L. Pearson, age 74, will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Blairs Chapel CME Church.  Burial will follow in Parkway Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Pearson died Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at her residence.…

Towana Hill Anderson

Services for Ms. Towana Hill Anderson, age 57 of Bells, Tennessee will be held on Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 P.M., at the Stephenson-Shaw Chapel. If you would like to send flowers in memory of  Ms. Anderson, you can visit…

James Lynn Crabb

James passed away on November 5th, 2025, at west Tennessee healthcare (JMCGH). James was born on September 29th, 1986, in McKenzie TN to Jerry and Zetra (Grooms) Crabb. James was a member of the South Jackson Church of Christ.  James touched…

Robert L. Stewart

Services for the Rev. Robert L. Stewart, age 79 of Memphis, Tennessee will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025,  12 Noon at the New Sardis Baptist Church, 7739 East Holmes Road in Memphis, Tennessee. The interment will be in…

Anna Lee Henley

Mrs. Anna Lee Henley, 79, died Sunday, November 9, 2025, at West Tennessee Post Acute in Jackson. Services will be Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11:00 A. M. at Upper Salem Baptist Church in Brownsville.  Interment will be in Upper…

Ella Mae Parham

Mrs. Ella Mae Parham was born on October 29, 1946 in Memphis, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 27, 2025. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church.…

Clyde M. Faison, Jr.

Funeral service for Clyde M. Faison, Jr., age 67, will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Greater St. Luke Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in Beech Springs Cemetery in Jacks, Creek, TN. Mr. Faison died Friday, November…

Brenda Yvette Holmes

Ms. Brenda Yvette Holmes, age 62, of Bolivar, TN., passed away on Friday, November 7th, 2025, at her residence in Bolivar, TN. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 14th, 2025, from 4:00pm-7:00pm, at Hardeman County Funeral Services Chapel in…

Terry Harris

Terry Harris, aged 65, of Bolivar, TN, passed away on Monday, November 3rd, 2025, at Christian Care in Bolivar, TN. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 14th, 2025, from 3:00pm-6:00pm, at Hardeman County Funeral Services Chapel in Bolivar, TN.…

Richard Joe Crank

Mr. Richard Joe Crank passed away on October 26, 2025, at the Baptist Home in Ironton, Missouri, at the age of 92 years. Dickie, as he was known to his family and friends, was born on January 1, 1933, in…

Vernon Cecil Knight

Vernon Cecil Knight, 78, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on November 4, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1947, in Peoria, Illinois, to the late Sherman and Maggie Knight. Vernon graduated from Union University with a Teaching Degree in…

Donald Ray Parchman

Donald Ray Parchman, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Bells, TN.  All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home. Mr. Donald was born in Fulton, KY, to the late…

Vincent Beard

Mr. Vincent Beard, age 50, of Jackson, TN., and formerly of Bolivar, TN., departed this life on Sunday, October 19th, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, from 9:00am until time…

Mary Marie Coleman

Ms. Mary Marie Coleman, age 74, from Grand Junction, TN., departed this life on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, at Christian Care Center in Bolivar, TN. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 7th, 2025, from 3:00pm-6:00pm at Hardeman County Funeral…

Jo Anne Manning Carter,

Jo Anne Manning Carter, age 86 of VanDyke, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at her residence. Her funeral service will be at McEvoy Funeral Home at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 10, 2025, with Randy Stephens officiating. Burial…

Wanda Joyce Shytles

Wanda Joyce Shytles February 8, 1948 – November 4, 2025 ________________________________________ *“Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at heaven’s gate.” * – Proverbs 31:31 ________________________________________ Obituary Wanda Joyce Shytles, 77,…

Shawn Clint Bolton

Shawn “Clint” Bolton was born in Jackson, Tennessee, on May 16, 1977, and passed away on November 4, 2025. Clint was a talented baseball player from a young age, excelling throughout his childhood and high school years. One of his…

Johnny Eugene Brown

Services for Mr. Johnny Eugene Brown, age 64 of Memphis, Tennessee will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, 1:30 P.M. at the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Parkers Crossroads, Tennessee. If you would like to send flowers in memory…

James “Blue” Bruce

Services for Mr. James “Blue” Bruce, Sr. age 74 of Jackson, Tennessee will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, 12 Noon at the Stephenson-Shaw Chapel. The interment will be in the Parkway Memorial Gardens. If you would like to…

Robert L. Shelby, Sr.

Services for Mr. Robert L. Shelby, Sr. of Pinson, Tennessee will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, 1:00 P.M., the Mother Liberty C.M.E. Church. The interment will be in the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Parkers Crossroads, Tennessee. The…

Samuel Taylor

Mr. Samuel Taylor, 91, died Friday, October 31, 2025, at Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville. Services will be Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 1:00 P. M. at Rawls Funeral Home in Brownsville.  Interment will be in Prospect C. M.…

James Anthony “Tony” Gavin

Memorial service for James Anthony "Tony" Gavin, age 56, will be Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Christ Temple Apostolic Church in Brownsville, TN. Mr. Gavin died Friday, October 31, 2025 at his residence. For additional information, contact…

Jane Mullen Stanley

  Jane Mullen Stanley, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 31, 2025, in Dyersburg, TN, at the age of 68. Jane was born on November 12, 1956, in Brownsville, TN. Family and friends are…

Robert L. Shelby, Sr

Services for Mr. Robert L. Shelby, Sr. age 87 of Pinson, Tennessee will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, 1:00 P.M., the Mother Liberty C.M.E. Church. The interment will be in the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Parkers Crossroads,…

Patricia Ann “Pat” (Kaufman) Cooley

Patricia Ann "Pat" (Kaufman) Cooley, 85, of Hickman, Kentucky passed away 6:55 a.m. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at her home. Funeral services will be conducted 12:00 p.m. Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hickman. Deacon Brent…

Tiffany Hampton

Funeral service for Tiffany Hampton, age 43, will be Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Mercer Brothers Funeral Home. Ms. Hampton died Saturday, October 25, 2025 at her residence. The family will receive friends at…

Alfred “A.D.” Gibson, S

Services for Mr. Alfred “A.D.” Gibson, Sr. age 73 of Maury City, Tennessee will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025, 1:00 P.M., at the New First Baptist Church. The interment will be in the Harris Grove Cemetery. The family…

Mary Helen Stokely

Mary Helen Stokely, a beloved member of the Brownsville community, passed away on November 2, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on October 20, 1943, in Madison County, she lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a commitment…

William R. “Bill” Weaver

William R. “Bill” Weaver of Paris passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at his residence. His funeral service will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, November 10, 2025, at McEvoy Funeral Home with Dr. Jonathan Smith of Fairview Baptist Church…

Nancy Lampkins

Nancy Lampkins, age 85 of Cottage Grove, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at her residence. Her funeral service will be Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM at McEvoy Funeral Home with Craig Peevyhouse officiating. Burial will follow in…

Bonnie Sue Riddell

Bonnie Sue Riddell, age 82, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.  Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home…

Thomas “Tommy” Franklin Moore

Thomas “Tommy” Franklin Moore, age 72, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Tommy was born on June 13, 1953, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Glynn and Mary Moore. A hardworking…

Carolyn Parrish

Carolyn Parrish, age 79 of Paris, formerly of Nashville, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, at WTH Henry Co. Hospital. Her funeral service will be graveside at Bevil Cemetery at 10:00 AM, Friday, November 7, 2025, with Gary Collier officiating.…

Carl Leon Toon

Carl Leon Toon, age 79, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville. He was born May 2, 1946, in Fancy Farm, Kentucky, son of the late Hillery Bertram and Frances Agatha (Hayden) Toon. Carl…

Betty Foster Austin

  Betty Foster Austin, age 96, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at Cypress Grove Post Acute in Jackson, TN. Betty was born on September 15, 1929, in Haywood County. Graveside services will be held on November 4, 2025,…

Andrew Fred Evans

Mr. Andrew Fred Evans, 65, died Friday, October 24, 2025, at his residence in Brownsville. Memorial services will be Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 1:00 P. M. at The Coleman Building in Brownsville. Rawls Funeral Home-Brownsville (731) 772-1472

William Albert Boyd

Mr. William Albert Boyd, 74, died Friday, October 31, 2025, at his residence in Brownsville. Services will be Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 12:00 Noon, at First Baptist Church in Brownsville.  Interment will be in Brownsville Memorial Gardens in Brownsville. …