Obituaries

Obituaries

Jerry Alexander

Jerry Alexander

Nov 20, 2024

Jerry Alexander, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, at the Alamo Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Alamo, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Eddie Mallonee officiating. There will be a private burial. 

Jerry was born on November 9, 1944, to...

Stephen Delaney

Stephen Delaney

Nov 17, 2024

Stephen Delaney, age 42, was born on September 3, 1982, in Covington, TN. He passed away November 17, 2024, in Knoxville, TN. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home, in Brownsville, TN. This gathering will provide an opportunity for those who knew Stephen...

Brandy Lynn Cargill

Brandy Lynn Cargill

Nov 17, 2024

Brandy Lynn Cargill, age 43, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on November 17, 2024.  A memorial service will be held at Concord Church in Gates, TN on Saturday, November 30th, at 3 pm.

Brandy was born in Moline, IL on July 5, 1981, to the surviving father, Norman Layne Jr. of Gates, TN and the late Deborah Vallejo (Caudill)....

Linda Fay Nichols

Linda Fay Nichols

Nov 17, 2024

Linda Fay Nichols, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Funeral Services will be conducted on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with Bro. Ken Spegal officiating. Burial to follow in the Maury City Cemetery. A visitation will be held on...

Kenneth L. McBride

Kenneth L. McBride

Nov 15, 2024

Kenneth L. McBride, age 60, a dedicated contractor known for his unwavering pride in workmanship, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, adventure, and a spirit that embraced the great outdoors. Born in Brownsville, TN on April 20, 1964, Kenneth was not only a master craftsman, but also one whose heart was deeply...

Jean Campbell

Jean Campbell

Nov 14, 2024

Jean Campbell, Age 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at the Alamo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Funeral Services will be conducted on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Bells Funeral Home, with Bro. Colton Jones officiating. Burial to follow at the Gadsden Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Monday, November...

Raymond Russell

Raymond Russell

Nov 12, 2024

Raymond Russell, age 77, born on November 10, 1947, in Haywood County, passed away on November 12, 2024, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. He was a dedicated public servant and a beloved family man, known for his unwavering commitment to both his community and his loved ones.

Raymond devoted 16 years as the Sheriff of Haywood County,...

Nellie Stone Guidry

Nellie Stone Guidry

Nov 11, 2024

Nellie Stone Guidry, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, in Bells, TN. A Graveside Service will be conducted on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. at the Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Nellie Stone Guidry, age 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, in...

Maverick Lane Fletcher

Maverick Lane Fletcher

Nov 8, 2024

Maverick Lane Fletcher, precious baby boy of Kiley Chilcutt and Ryan Fletcher of Brownsville, TN, was born into the arms of angels on Friday, November 8, 2024, in Jackson, TN. Maverick's arrival was anticipated with boundless love and excitement, leaving an indelible mark upon the hearts of those who awaited him.

Maverick was cherished deeply by his devoted parents, Kiley Chilcutt...

Bobby Wright

Bobby Wright

Nov 7, 2024



Bobby D. Wright, of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at age 75. As a native of Haywood county, Bobby was a natural outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, boating and camping. For over 25 years, Bobby was a dedicated sales rep for Orgill Bros, where he formed lasting friendships with many small hardware store owners across West Tennessee....

Tommy Gaters, Jr.

Tommy Gaters, Jr.

Nov 5, 2024

The Funeral Service and Visitationfor Mr. Tommy Gaters, Jr. will be at ourBrownsville Funeral Home Location

Tommy Gaters, Jr., age 66, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the Haywood Community Hospital in Brownsville, TN. Funeral Services will be Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM, at the Brownsville Funeral Home with Rev. Rob Kirts and Rev. Susie Riley officiating....

Billy Roe Austin

Billy Roe Austin

Nov 5, 2024

Billy Roe Austin, age 57, departed this life on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Carl White officiating. Visitation will be held prior to the service, November 9, 2024, from 1:00...

Roselyn Marie LaFrain

Roselyn Marie LaFrain

Oct 28, 2024

Roselyn Marie LaFrain, age 55, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024, at her home in Stanton, TN. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 12:00 Noon until 1:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home.

Rose was born on November 23, 1968, to Robert Redding and Carolyn Cryer, in St. Louis, MO. She...

Betty Jordan

Betty Jordan

Oct 28, 2024

Betty Jordan, age 73, a devoted Christian lady and musician, loving mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, at her residence in the Providence Community. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Martha Bunch and Jerry Winberry officiating. Burial will...

Timothy (Tim) Wynn Morris

Timothy (Tim) Wynn Morris

Oct 28, 2024

Timothy (Tim) Wynn Morris, age 73, of Jackson, TN, passed away Monday morning, October 28, 2024. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN, with Bro. Carl White officiating. Burial will follow at the Providence Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024,...

Elizabeth Winfrey Walker Reid

Elizabeth Winfrey Walker Reid

Oct 26, 2024

Elizabeth Winfrey Walker Reid, 93, passed away peacefully at her home in Brownsville on October 26, 2024. She is survived by her husband Thomas Lyle Reid; her two daughters, Betsy Reid (Bill Gruenewald) and Martha Lyle Ford (Bob Ford); three grandchildren, Walker Thornton (Dannon Thornton), Eliza Ford, and Mattie Ford; one brother, J. G. Walker Jr (Virginia Ann Walker); a...

Sandra Nell Austin Goodman

Sandra Nell Austin Goodman

Oct 26, 2024

Sandra Nell Austin Goodman, age 73, departed this life on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN. Burial will follow at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in the Hillville Community. Visitation for...

Alice Marie Wosz

Alice Marie Wosz

Oct 26, 2024

Alice Marie Armstrong Wosz, age 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. All services are under the direction of the Bells Funeral Home.

Mrs. Wosz was born on December 8, 1952, in Chicago, IL, to the late Charles Armstrong and surviving Mary Anna Tosto Armstrong of Downers Grove, IL. Mrs. Alice was...

Windell Mask, Jr.

Windell Mask, Jr.

Oct 22, 2024

Memorial Visitation for Windell Mask, Jr.Saturday, October 26, 2024 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM will be held at our Bells Funeral Home Location5342 College Street, Bells, TN

Windell Mask, Jr., faithful husband, loving father, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson and friend, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. He passed away unexpectedly at the Jackson-Madison County...

Garey Anthony Ballard

Garey Anthony Ballard

Oct 18, 2024

Garey Anthony Ballard, age 72, a resident of Fort Smith, AR, and a former resident of Brownsville, TN, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 2:00 PM at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home in Brownsville, TN, with Bro. Ben Cowell officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October...