Obituaries
Obituaries
Pamela Johnson Rogers
May 23, 2025
Pamela Johnson Rogers, age 69, loving mother, grandmother and sister, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, at the Oakwood Community Living Center in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on December 9, 1955, in Brownsville, Tennessee, Pamela touched the lives of many through her unwavering love for her family and her deep faith in the Lord.
Throughout her life, Pamela dedicated many years...
Wayne Farrow Hopper
May 21, 2025
Wayne Farrow Hopper, born on June 12, 1937, in Alamo, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at the Alamo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Alamo, Tennessee. He was a distinguished member of the community, known for his devotion to public service and the love he held for his family and his passions.
Wayne dedicated many years of his career...
William Henry Martin
May 18, 2025
William Henry Martin, age 72, born on June 13, 1952, in Haywood County, passed away peacefully at his home in Stanton, TN, on May 18, 2025. A memorial Visitation to celebrate William's life will be held at Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, beginning at 1:00 PM and concluding at 2:00 PM.
A dedicated...
Harris Hughes, Jr.
May 15, 2025
Harris Hughes, Jr., age 79, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at his home in Brownsville, TN. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 4:00 PM, at Christ Church, with Bro. Eddie Martin officiating. Burial will follow at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens in Brownsville, TN. Visitation will be held...
Bertha Annelle Thomas
May 14, 2025
Bertha Annelle Thomas, affectionately known as “Koko”, a treasured matriarch born on November 21, 1932, in Shelby County, TN, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, at the Haywood County Community Hospital of Brownsville, TN. Bertha, who graced this world with her warmth and kindness for nearly 93 years, leaves behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
A...
Clinton Michael McKee
May 11, 2025
Clinton Michael McKee, age, 73, born on September 5, 1951, in Humboldt, TN, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, TN. The family will have a memorial service to honor his life on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Laneview Baptist Church, 46 Laneview Concord Rd., Trenton, TN, starting at...
Karen Lyne Wilson
May 10, 2025
Karen Lyne Wilson, age 65, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at her home in Bells, TN. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home.
Ms. Karen was born in Chicago, IL on March 23, 1960, to the late Harold Odell Noel, Sr. and the late Virginia Sellers Noel. She was a devoted mother and homemaker. She...
AnnaBelle Barnhart Jones
May 7, 2025
AnnaBelle Barnhart Jones, born on November 26, 1937, in Livonia, Missouri, departed this world peacefully on May 7, 2025, at her residence in Brownsville, TN. She was a woman whose life was woven with love, laughter, and the joys of family.
Visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, May 12, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at...
Frances Woody Coulston
May 6, 2025
Frances Woody Coulston, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at her residence in Stanton, Tennessee. Born on November 23, 1930, in Hayti, Missouri, she lived a life defined by her unwavering dedication to family, community, and the joy of nurturing others.
A visitation for family and friends will be held on...
Mary Frances Trottman
May 6, 2025
Mary Frances Haynes Trottman, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her daughter Jan's home, in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Brownsville Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Hutcherson officiating. Burial will follow at the Zion Methodist Church Cemetery in Brownsville, TN. Visitation will be...
Gloria Ann Webb
May 4, 2025
Gloria Ann Webb, age 83, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the St. Francis Hospital of Memphis, TN after a courageous battle against cancer. A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Webb will be conducted on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Bells Funeral Home. A visitation will begin on Friday,...
Wayne Russell
May 3, 2025
Wayne Russell, a beloved son and brother passed peacefully at his home on May 3, 2025, at the age of 37. Born on May 24, 1987, in Brownsville, TN, Wayne lived a life filled with passion and dedication. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home, with Bro....
Thomas Dewayne Climer
May 1, 2025
Thomas Dewayne Climer, age 47, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at this home in Milan, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with Bro. James Keeton officiating. Burial to follow in the New Salem Church Cemetery of Bethel Springs, TN. A visitation will...
Michael Vaden, Jr.
May 1, 2025
“Let go and Let GOD”
Michael Vaden, Jr., age 53, passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at...
Carolyn Dean Booker
Apr 30, 2025
Carolyn Dean Booker, a cherished soul and devoted family member, was born on April 18, 1942, in Humboldt, TN. After a fulfilling life marked by love and dedication, she passed away peacefully at the Christian Care Center of Medina on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Lea...
Daniel Campbell
Apr 29, 2025
Daniel Campbell, age 63, passed away peacefully at his home in Ripley, TN, on April 29, 2025. Born on May 26, 1961, in Brownsville, TN, Daniel was known for his profound love for family and his ability to bring joy to those around him. Daniel enjoyed training horses and one of his greatest pastimes was singing karaoke
Throughout his life, Daniel...
Jerry Moore
Apr 29, 2025
Jerry Moore, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Brownsville, TN on April 29, 2025. Born on May 29, 1949, in Lexington, TN. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM, at the Brownsville Funeral Home with Bro. Jon Bell officiating. Burial will follow at the Brownsville Memorial...
James Roy Sanders, Jr.
Apr 29, 2025
James Roy Sanders, Jr., age 74, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home.
Mr. Sanders was born in Greenwood, S.C. on February 13, 1951, to the late James Roy Sanders, Sr. and the surviving Cleo Elizabeth Canfield Farmer of Greenwood, S.C. He proudly...
Dorothy Duncan
Apr 28, 2025
Heaven gained a sharp-tongued, big-hearted legend this week. Dorothy Autry Duncan — known to most as "Hot Dot," and known to her family as Mama, Memaw, MawMaw and occasionally "the boss" — passed peacefully on Monday, April 28th, with her daughter by her side. And in true Dorothy fashion, even her final exit was timed perfectly — no fuss, no...
Donald Eugene Jackson
Apr 24, 2025
Donald Eugene “Gene” Jackson, formerly of Vandalia, IL, died in his home in Jackson, TN on April 24, 2025. Burial will be at Griffith Cemetery in Brownstown, Ill on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 1:00 P.M.
Mr. Gene was born June 30, 1942, to the late Forrest Jackson and the late Edna Mae Lansford Jackson in Brownstown, IL. He married Kay...
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