Obituaries
Obituaries
Cayla Harris
Apr 4, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Cayla Jo Mills Harris, who left this world peacefully at home in Ripley, TN, surrounded by the warmth and love of her cherished family, on April 4, 2026. Born on October 9, 1987, in New Albany, MS, Cayla was a shining light in the lives of...
Ronald Edwin McDonald
Apr 3, 2026
Ronald Edwin McDonald, age 83, was born on January 14, 1943, in Bastrop, LA. He passed away on April 3, 2026, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Ronald lived a full and dedicated life marked by his commitment to family, country, and community. The family chose cremation and there are no services scheduled at this time...
Linda Laverne Morris
Apr 2, 2026
Linda Laverne Morris, born on December 10, 1941, in Conway, AR, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the Bolivar Health & Rehabilitation at the age of 84. She lived a life marked by kindness and dedication, and she will be remembered fondly by those who knew her. The family will hold a memorial service to honor Linda’s life...
Brenda Joyce Alexander Marlar
Mar 29, 2026
Brenda Marlar, age 76, passed away peacefully at her home on March 29, 2026. Born on March 12, 1950, in Memphis, TN, Brenda lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and a love for those around her. Visitation for the Marlar family will be Friday, April 10, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral...
Mary Hamon
Mar 29, 2026
Mary Hamon, age 91, of Dyersburg, TN passed away at the West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital on March 29, 2026. Mary was born on June 14, 1934, in Elsmere, KY. The family honored her wishes for cremation and there are no services scheduled at this time.
Mary leaves behind two daughters, Kimberly Mills of Newbern, TN and Sharon Kay Tarrance. She...
Carmon Thomas Hooper, III
Mar 28, 2026
Carmon Thomas Hooper III (“Tommy”) January 8, 1931 – March 28, 2026, Carmon Thomas Hooper III, of Brownsville, Tennessee, died March 28, 2026, at the age of 95. A lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was an attorney, public servant, and family man.
Born January 8, 1931, Tommy was the first of four sons of C.T. Hooper Jr. and Annie Mann...
Dennis Ray Haynes
Mar 27, 2026
Dennis Ray Haynes, age 65, passed away at his home in Gadsden, TN on March 27, 2026. Born on September 9, 1960, in Oklahoma, Dennis served in the National Guard and was a truck driver by trade. The family has chosen cremation and there are no services scheduled at this time.
Dennis is survived by his sister, Sarah Irene Martinez of...
Gary Lee Stewart, Sr.
Mar 26, 2026
Gary Lee Stewart, 58, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026, after a brief and courageous battle with lung cancer.
Born on May 24th 1967, Gary was a devoted husband, son, brother, father, and grandfather who cherished his family above all else. Known for his easygoing nature, Gary was truly one of a kind - the kind of person who went with...
Jewel Bell
Mar 24, 2026
Jewel Bell, age 84, born on May 25, 1941, in Tiptonville, TN, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, at Haywood Post Acute in Brownsville, TN. Her dedication, warmth, and commitment to her family left a lasting impression on them all. The family chose cremation and there will be a private family gathering at a later date.
Before retiring, Jewel devoted...
Timothy Earl Lipford
Mar 17, 2026
Timothy Earl Lipford, affectionately known to many as Tim, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on January 1, 1967, in Selmer, Tennessee, Tim’s life was a testament to hard work, family devotion, and a warm heart that touched all who knew him.
Mr. Tim was a master craftsman, a carpenter by trade who spent his entire...
Thomas Robert Wade, Jr.
Mar 16, 2026
Thomas Robert “Rob” Wade, Jr. was born on January 24, 1967 and went to be with our Lord on March 16, 2026.
Rob was a talented diesel mechanic who dedicated many years of hard work to his career before retiring from Haygood Truck and Trailer Parts (Truckpro). He was known for his ability to fix anything, especially when it involved an...
Arthur "Pip" Taylor
Mar 16, 2026
Arthur Taylor, affectionately known as "Pip," passed away peacefully at his home on March 16, 2026. Born on January 2, 1936, in Haywood County, TN, Arthur's life was marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a deep connection to the land he cherished. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM...
Zelma Ernestine "Tina" Gray
Mar 15, 2026
Zelma Ernestine "Tina" Gray, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. She was born on April 25, 1939, in Alamo, TN. Graveside Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 11:30 AM, at the Tabernacle Cemetery in Brownsville, TN. There will be a visitation at...
Nettie Sue Hamilton
Mar 15, 2026
Nettie Sue Barrett Hamilton, was born on June 30, 1956, in Haiti, Missouri, and passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee. Her life was a testament to warmth, compassion, and an unyielding love for family, and she leaves behind a legacy that will forever be cherished by all who knew her.
Mrs. Nettie was a vibrant soul, known...
Paula Jean Broadway
Mar 13, 2026
Paula Jean “Bell” Broadway passed away peacefully in her home on March 13, 2026 at the age of 76.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday March 24, 2026 at Walnut Hill Baptist Church located at 1222 Walnut Hill Church Rd. Bells, TN. 38006. Visitation will be 3:00pm - 5:00pm followed by services 5:00pm - 6:00pm with Brother Wayne Foropoulas officiating.
Paula...
Wayne Tritt
Mar 10, 2026
Wayne Tritt, age 82, a devoted husband, father, farmer, Ginner, and faithful servant of his community, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work, faith, and love for his family. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Brownsville Funeral Home, 107 S. Lafayette Ave., Brownsville, TN. The family will hold...
Audrey Fain Redmond
Mar 10, 2026
Audrey Fain Redmond was born on March 6, 1935, in Alamo, TN. She peacefully departed from this world on March 10, 2026, in Humboldt, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy brimming with love, dedication, and warmth.
Audrey wore many hats throughout her vibrant life. She was an industrious spirit, operating a sewing business and skillfully driving a Northwest Transportation bus, ensuring...
Bobby C. Jones
Mar 7, 2026
Robert Cleveland Jones, Jr (always known as Bobby) was born on April 15th, 1944, in Columbus, Georgia. It was a Saturday. In 1955 the National Deadline for Tax Returns moved to April 15th, and his birthday would forever be marked by Tax Day. He was born to his father Robert Cleveland Jones, Sr otherwise known as Keetah and his mother...
Johnny Lee Bruce
Mar 5, 2026
Johnny Lee Bruce, age 72, passed away on March 5, 2026, at the Palmer House in Salt Lake City, UT. Graveside Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens in Brownsville, TN at 11:00 AM.
He is survived by his sister, Emily Jean Pilant Halsey, niece, Nina Taylor (Mike), niece, Laura Kellum (Roy), nephew,...
Melinda "Mendy" Norville
Mar 5, 2026
Melinda "Mendy" Norville, a beloved member of her community and dedicated manager of the Brownsville Country Club for several years, passed away peacefully at her home in Covington, TN, on March 5, 2026. Born on August 28, 1969, Melinda was known for her kind and caring personality, which endeared her to many.
Throughout her life, Melinda touched the hearts of those...
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