Obituaries
Obituaries
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...
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...
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