Obituaries
Obituaries
Gaylon Herron
Jan 28, 2025
Edward Gaylon Herron, age 66, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in Nashville, TN. Gaylon was born April 15, 1958, in Haywood County, Tennessee to the late, Danny Joe Herron and Peggy Jean Taylor Herron. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at the Tabernacle Methodist Church with Bro. Mike Hutcherson officiating. Burial will...
William Teddy Cothran, Jr.
Jan 27, 2025
William Teddy Cothran, Jr., born on September 14, 1945, in Memphis, Tennessee, passed peacefully on January 27, 2025, at Crestview Healthcare Center in Brownsville, Tennessee.
William was a beloved figure whose warmth and kindness impacted all who had the privilege of knowing him. He lived a life marked by dedication and compassion, inherently touching the lives of those around him.
He is...
Phyllis Baggett Hall
Jan 27, 2025
Phyllis Baggett Hall, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed peacefully on January 27, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on May 22, 1954, Phyllis was a beacon of love and kindness to all who knew her. Her warm spirit and laughter could light up any room, and she spent her life devoted to hard work and nurturing the...
Thomas A. Snipes
Jan 26, 2025
Thomas A. “Tommy” Snipes, age 61, left this world unexpectedly on, Sunday, January 26, 2025, in El Paso, TX. A graveside service to honor Tommy will be held on, Friday, February 7, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens, with Bro. Chris Garner officiating. Burial will follow the service.
Tommy dedicated much of his life to his passion for...
Paul James Coulston
Jan 25, 2025
Paul James Coulston, age 90, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital of Huntingdon, TN. Funeral Services will be conducted on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Lea and Simmons Funeral Home, with Bro. Bobby Rushing officiating. Burial to follow at the Cedar Hill Cemetery of Mason, TN. A...
Evangeline Cowan
Jan 24, 2025
Evangeline Williams Cowan, 97 passed away in her home near Bells on Friday, January 24, 2025. Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with Pastor Scott Floyd officiating and special words by Dr. Tony Emison. Burial to follow at the Marlowe Cemetery. A visitation will be...
James L. "Rooster" Meadows
Jan 23, 2025
James Laverne Meadows, fondly known as "Rooster," age 79 was born on October 26, 1945, in Arlington, Tennessee. He departed this life on January 23, 2025, at his residence in Braden, TN, surrounded by his loving family.
A proud Republican and veteran, James served for four years in the United States Air Force, an experience that shaped much of his character...
Lisa Carol Sipes
Jan 17, 2025
Lisa Carol Sipes, age 57, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home.
Mrs. Sipes was born on July 17, 1967, in Jackson, TN to the late Wayne Hendrix and the late Brenda Bryant Hendrix. She had many names, but being “MeMe” was her...
Nancy Goodwin
Jan 17, 2025
Nancy Delores Goodwin, age, 87, a beloved member of her community and family, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 17, 2025, at the Crestview Healthcare Center in Brownsville, TN. A visitation will be held on January 19, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by a celebration of life service at 2:00 PM at...
Farris Mitchell Climer
Jan 13, 2025
Farris Mitchell Climer, age 83, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a cherished member of the Brownsville community, passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee. Born on November 17, 1941, in Crockett County, TN, Farris lived a life that was filled with passion for his work, love for his family, and a deep commitment to his...
Birdie "Nanny" Gooch
Jan 12, 2025
Birdie “Nanny” Gooch, age 101, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at her residence in Jackson.
Mrs. Birdie was born on November 14, 1923, in Haywood County to the late Allen Kilburn and the late Ruthie Mathenie Kilburn.
Birdie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and a devoted homemaker. As a homemaker, she worked tirelessly and poured her love into her...
Richard G. Bailey
Jan 7, 2025
Richard G. Bailey, age 78, was born on March 17, 1946, in New Albany, MS, departed this life peacefully on January 7, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. A memorial service to honor Richard’s life will be held on January 18, 2025, at Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN, beginning at 1:00...
Vaida Canady Leggett
Jan 6, 2025
Vaida Bonnie Canady Leggett, age 88, went to her heavenly home, Monday, January 6, 2025, at the Sugar Creek Senior Living Community in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 1:00 PM, Graveside, at the Oakwood Cemetery with Bro. J.P. Barden officiating. Burial will follow immediately after the service.
Vaida was born on October 11,...
Charlotte Dale Campbell
Jan 2, 2025
Charlotte Dale Campbell, age 82, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with special music provided by Mrs. Jamye Hendrix and her son: Andrew Thomas Hendrix. Burial to follow at the Providence...
Hazel Stoots Pittman
Dec 29, 2024
Hazel Stoots Pittman, age 86, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, at 7:30 AM at home, with her family surrounding her, following a brave and courageous battle with metastatic cancer. There will be a Memorial Service on January 18, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Shaws...
Anita Kay Ray
Dec 28, 2024
Anita Kay Sikes Ray, age 69, departed this life on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN.
Anita was born on December 19, 1955, to Luther Thomas “LT” Sikes and Iva Mae Bray Sikes in Jackson, TN. Anita found great joy in going shopping at Goodwill and going out to eat. She loved her...
Phillip Prinest Gray, Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Sunrise: May 24, 1962
Sunset: December 26, 2024
Phillip Prinest Gray, Jr., age 62, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at his home in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 2:30 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Rev. James Carney officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025, from...
Nelle Pierce Fox
Dec 23, 2024
Mm Nelle Pierce Fox, age 81, of Brownsville, TN, passed away peacefully at the Sugar Creek Senior Living Community on Monday, December 23, 2024. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 27, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Westside Church of Christ with Bro. Larry Harper officiating. There will be a visitation starting at 12:00 PM until the hour of...
Scotty Daniel
Dec 22, 2024
Michael Scott “Scotty” Daniel, age 58, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at his home in Crockett Mills, TN. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the Bells Funeral Home from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M.
Mr. Scotty was born on October 8, 1966, in Jackson, TN to the late Mr. Prather Daniel and his...
Jerry Whorton Lewis
Dec 21, 2024
Jerry Whorton Lewis, age 87, of Whiteville, TN, passed away at his residence on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Mt. Pleasant Community Church with Bro. Mike Hopper officiating. Burial will follow at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. There will be a visitation on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at...
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