Obituaries
Obituaries
Rick Downing
Mar 5, 2025
Rick Downing, age 77, a devoted friend and respected member of the community passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025, at Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bells, TN. A memorial service will be held Graveside, Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Tabernacle Methodist Church Cemetery in Brownsville, TN with Dr. Joe Pettigrew officiating.
Rick was born...
Destany Nicole Maggard
Mar 1, 2025
Destany Nicole Maggard, age 29, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at her home in Three Way, TN. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home.
Destany was born on March 1, 1996, in Jackson, TN to the late Sue Ann Kapitancek. She was a devoted daughter and sister, Aunt and cousin. She loved her family...
Rose Marie Lott
Feb 27, 2025
Rose Marie Lott, age 78, born on August 27, 1946, in Haywood County, departed this life peacefully on February 27, 2025, at her residence in Stanton, TN. She was surrounded by her family during her final moments, a testament to the love and bonds she cherished throughout her life. Particularly, her great grandchild, J.T. Martin, who provided special care in...
Vickie Maness Evans
Feb 26, 2025
Vickie Maness Evans, age 65, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at the Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Jim Koonce officiating. Burial will follow at the Zion Methodist Church Cemetery in Brownsville, TN. Visitation...
Ronnie Joe Clark
Feb 25, 2025
Ronnie Joe Clark, age 57, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at his home in Bells, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the Cypress Community Church. Burial to follow at the Cypress Church Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Cypress...
Sheila Kendrick Strickland
Feb 20, 2025
“Angels walk among us, sometimes the only thing we may not see are the wings upon their backs.”
Molly Friedenfeld
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR SHEILA CLARK KENDRICK STRICKLAND October 4, 1966 - February 20, 2025
Sheila Strickland, age 58, departed this life on February 20, 2025, after a brief illness at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Sunday,...
Ruby Jewell Stanfield
Feb 17, 2025
Ruby Jewell Stanfield, age 88, of Ripley, TN, departed this life on Monday, February 17, 2025, at her residence in Lauderdale County. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 12 Noon at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN, with Bro. Bob Connerley officiating. Burial will follow at the Woodville Cemetery. Visitation for family...
Thomas "Tommy" Ray Roland, Jr.
Feb 17, 2025
Thomas “Tommy” Ray Roland, Jr., age 63, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. A Graveside service will be conducted on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at the Poplar Corner Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Tommy was born on November 20, 1961, to the late Thomas Ray Roland, Sr. and the surviving Mrs....
Betty Sue Walker Boyd
Feb 15, 2025
Betty Sue Walker Boyd, age 91, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Sanctuary of the First Presbyterian Church of Brownsville, TN with Dr. Joe Pettigrew officiating. Burial to follow at the Historic Oakwood Cemetery of Brownsville, TN. A visitation will be...
Linda Fay Randall
Feb 15, 2025
Linda Fay Randall, age 64, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at her home in Humboldt, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. in the Sanctuary of the Liberty Hall Church in Gadsden, TN, with Bro. Walter Manley and Bro. Spencer Rickett officiating. Burial to follow in the Brownsville Memorial Gardens. A visitation...
Darlene "Dar" Brasfield
Feb 14, 2025
Darlene Brasfield, age 60, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Trenton Health and Rehabilitation Center. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home. A Memorial Service to Celebrate Mrs. Dar’s life will be held at 12:00 Noon, on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the Church Without Walls of Dyersburg, TN, with Pastor Zack Bennard...
Robert Larry Jones
Feb 14, 2025
Mr. Robert Larry Jones, age 78, left this world on February 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Jackson, TN. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home, with Pastor Rocky Gilliam officiating. Burial to follow at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens. A visitation will...
Jessie Mae Kirkland
Feb 13, 2025
“As I hang my head and cry; Well, I guess this is goodbye;
Sometimes even angels die.” Lucas Wright
Jessie Austin Kirkland, age 77, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services will be conducted on Monday, February 17, 2025, at 12:00 P.M.in the Chapel of the Brownsville Funeral Home, with Bro. Alan McCall...
Carolyn Lee Williams
Feb 12, 2025
Carolyn Lee Williams, age 78, of Fruitvale, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 12, 2025. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Sanctuary of the Cypress Community Church, with Bro. David Brinkley officiating. Burial of follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery of Humboldt, TN. The family will...
Marsha Dean Douglas
Feb 6, 2025
Marsha Dean Douglas, age 83, a beloved wife, mother, and sister, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, at Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville, TN. Born on January 1, 1942, in Memphis, TN, Marsha was known for her loving spirit and deep faith in Christ. Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM, in...
Matthew Davis
Feb 2, 2025
Celebration of Life
Matthew Davis, age 57, departed this earthly life on February 2, 2025, in Cape Girardeau, MO at Saint Francis Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 12:00 Noon, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Pastor Wilbert Atkins officiating. Burial will follow at Knights of Pythias Cemetery in Brownsville, TN. Matthew...
John Perry Trainer, Sr.
Jan 31, 2025
John Perry Trainer, Sr., 84, peacefully entered into the arms of Jesus on January 31, 2025, while surrounded by loved ones in his home. Memorial Services will be conducted on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN, with Chaplain Mark Pendergrass and Pastor Craig Tate officiating. Visitation for Mr. Trainer...
James William "Jake" Waddell, III
Jan 30, 2025
All Services and Visitation will be held at our Brownsville Funeral Home Location
James William “Jake” Waddell, III, age 48, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, TN. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Brownsville Funeral Home with Bro. Mark Gaylor officiating. Burial will follow at...
Judy Shelton Joyner
Jan 30, 2025
Judy Shelton Joyner, aged 81, of Brownsville, TN, passed away unexpectedly on January 30, 2025, at the Haywood County Community Hospital. Born on January 3, 1944, in Haywood County, Judy lived a life marked by her unwavering faith and love for her family. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea &...
Michael Lamont Turner
Jan 28, 2025
Sunrise: October 21, 1977
Sunset: January 28, 2025
Michael Lamont Turner, age 47, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital, in Jackson, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at the Holy Deliverance Church with Pastor Dwight Sanders officiating. Burial will follow at the Knights of Pythias Cemetery...
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