Obituaries
Obituaries
Shirley Watson Burns
Mar 27, 2025
Shirley Jean Watson Burns, age 86, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at her residence in Brownsville, TN. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home. She was born on October 17, 1938, to Tom Watson and Lorene Benard Watson. She worked for many years at...
Tommy Castellaw
Mar 27, 2025
Thomas (Tommy) Edward Castellaw, Sr., a beloved member of the Brownville community, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 88. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Brownsville Baptist Church in the multi-purpose room, beginning from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Brownsville Baptist Church is located at 5 N. Wilson...
Richard Wellington
Mar 25, 2025
Richard Lee Wellington
Sunrise: May 26, 1948
Sunset: March 25, 2025
Mr. Richard Lee Wellington, age 76, a resident of Brownsville, TN, left this world on March 25, 2025. Graveside Services will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 12 Noon at Brownsville Memorial Gardens with Pastor Courtney Robinson officiating.
Richard was born in Haywood County on May 26, 1948, to Eddie Lewis...
Helen Christine Brooks
Mar 24, 2025
Helen Christine Brooks, age 101, slipped into the arms of her Savior on Monday, March 24, 2025, in Mandeville, LA. A Graveside Service will be conducted on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Belleview Cemetery of Bells, TN, with Bro. Carl White officiating.
Mrs. Brooks was born in Bells, TN on October 1, 1923, to the late Ossie...
Doris Blankingship West
Mar 24, 2025
Doris Blankingship West, age 79, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and wife, passed away on March 24, 2025, at Haywood Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation for Mrs. West will be held on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN. There will be a private...
Patricia Ann Cooper Moore
Mar 23, 2025
Patricia Ann Cooper Moore, born on May 5, 1969, in Ashdown, Arkansas, departed this life on March 23, 2025, in Brownsville, Tennessee. She is remembered fondly for her kind spirit and the joy she brought to those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Patricia dedicated much of her life to the fast-food industry, where her hardworking nature and positive attitude...
David E. Clement
Mar 21, 2025
David E. Clement, age 80, died peacefully at his home, on Friday, March 21, 2025, following a brief illness. Born in Vancouver, Washington, he was preceded in death by his parents: Harrell Clement and Ruby Carroll Clement; stepmother: Irlene Davis Clement; and brother: Edward “Eddie” Clement.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years: Elaine Permenter Clement; children: Aldon Clement...
Rita Hathcock
Mar 18, 2025
Rita Hathcock, a beloved member of the Brownsville community, passed away peacefully at her home on March 18, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on December 13, 1950, in Brownsville, TN, to William Fred English and Rita Maxine Hicks English, Rita spent her entire life imparting joy and kindness to those around her. A visitation will be held on...
Herbert Caldwell
Mar 17, 2025
Herbert Windham Caldwell, age 96, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN. Graveside services will be conducted on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Concord Cemetery, in Gates, TN, at 11:00 A.M. with Bro. Tommy Shackleford officiating.
Mr. Herbert was born in New Albany, MS on November 12, 1928, to the late George...
Harold Lloyd McCage
Mar 12, 2025
Harold Lloyd McCage, age 84, of Brownsville, TN, passed away on March 12, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett, TN. Born in Haywood County on February 14, 1941, Harold was a dedicated machinist at Tebco, where he applied his skills diligently throughout his career.
Harold proudly served his country in the United States Army, embodying a strong sense of duty...
Mary Shealy Williams
Mar 12, 2025
Mary Shealy Williams, age 86, long-time Brownsville resident, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-East in Memphis, TN.
Funeral Services to honor her life will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN with Bro. J.P. Barden officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March...
Deanne Morgan Taylor
Mar 11, 2025
Deanne M. Taylor, 52, passed away peacefully but unexpectedly on March 11, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee.
Born on November 18 in Nashville, Tennessee, Deanne spent much of her childhood in Louisville, Kentucky. She had a deep love for music and singing, finding solace in melodies that carried her through both joy and sorrow. Above all, she cherished her children, even when...
James Lee Bailey
Mar 9, 2025
Mr. James “Jimmy” Lee Bailey, age 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in his home in Bells, TN. A Memorial Gathering will be conducted on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Bells Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Jimmy was born on July 7, 1950, to the late R.C. and Frankie Dyer Bailey. He was the youngest...
Gary Denevan
Mar 9, 2025
Gary Denevan, age 65, who was nicknamed, "Flyboy," passed away at his home in Stanton, TN on March 9, 2025. He was born on October 3, 1959, in Memphis, TN, to his parents, Leonard Patrick Denevan and Betty Jean Wolfe Denevan. A true aviator at heart, Gary dedicated his life to the art of crop dusting—his passion for flying soaring...
James Louis Turner
Mar 8, 2025
James Louis TurnerSunrise: July 17, 1961Sunset: March 8, 2025
James Louis Turner, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away at his home in Brownsville, TN on March 8, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on July 17, 1961, in Brownsville, TN, he dedicated over 40 years of his life working on the production team at Lasco Fittings, where his...
Ralph Phillip Nelson, Jr.
Mar 8, 2025
Ralph Phillip Nelson, Jr., a cherished brother, faithful friend, and lover of history, peacefully departed this life on March 8, 2025, at the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, March 14, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with burial to follow at the Tennessee State Veterans...
John "Boe" Dancy
Mar 7, 2025
John “Boe” Dancy, age 76, departed this life on Friday, March 7, 2025, at his residence in Gates, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Gates Baptist Church in Gates, TN, with Bro. Bobby Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow at the Gates Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held...
Stephen Michael Baynes
Mar 6, 2025
Stephen Michael Baynes, born on August 21, 1952, in Brownsville, TN, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN. He was 72 years old.
Stephen dedicated over 30 years of his life to the art of hairdressing, where he touched the lives of many with his skill and passion for his craft. His...
Mary Rachel Presley
Mar 5, 2025
Mary Rachel Presley, age 83, peacefully departed this life on March 5, 2025, in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM, at the Westside Church of Christ with Bro. Jeff Horton officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025, from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, at the Westside Church of...
Robert Earl Stoneburner
Mar 5, 2025
Robert Earl Stoneburner, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with Bro. James Keeton officiating. Burial to follow in the Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. A visitation will be held...
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