Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Basil Baudo
Aug 7, 2024
Basil “Buzz” Baudo went to his eternal rest in the arms of Jesus on August 7, 2024. His final wish was to leave this earth in his own bed at home and his family honored those wishes. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 20, 1928, to Sicilian immigrants Diego “Jack” Baudo and Grace Tolino Baudo. Growing up during...
William Samuel Teeters
Aug 7, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of William Samuel Teeters, a remarkable individual who lived a life filled with diverse experiences and unwavering passion. Born on December 30, 1936, in Chicago, IL, William peacefully departed from this world on August 7, 2024, in Jackson, TN.
William's journey through life was one of constant dedication to various...
Luke Nanney
Aug 4, 2024
Luke Daniel Nanney, the beloved son of John and Laura Ann Nanney, was born on July 14th, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
Born at 26 weeks, he weighed only 13.2 ounces and measured 9.5 inches long. His tenacious spirit was apparent from the beginning, and he became known as “feisty and spicy” by those working with him. To his family,...
Conner Alexander White
Aug 4, 2024
Conner Alexander White, passed away on August 4, 2024, tragically left us from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was a beloved son, brother, and friend to many. Conner was born on July 23, 2002, in Paris, TN, the son of Annie Lewis and Daniel White.
His warm and caring personality touched the lives of everyone he met. Conner adored animals...
Aaliyah Alexandra Ayala
Aug 4, 2024
Aaliyah Alexandra Ayala, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on August 4, 2024, in her hometown of Jackson, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
She was born in Jackson, Tennessee on October 3, 2002, the daughter of Donna Pusser Bond and Luis Alberto Ayala Munoz.Aaliyah's vibrant spirit and love for life were evident from a young age. She...
Jacob "Eli" Keel
Aug 3, 2024
Jacob “Eli” Keel, age 20, left this world on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Born on Friday, April 2, 2004, in Jackson, TN, he was the son of Jayson and Jennie Keel.
As a Lexington High School alumni from the class of 2022, Eli's presence was felt not only in his classes but also on the field. He played both...
Demetra Ann Maness
Aug 2, 2024
Demetra Ann Maness passed away in her home on August 2, 2024, at the age of 80.
She worked many years in Tunica as a card dealer. She loved her career.
Demetra leaves a daughter, Janice, and a son, Steve. She also leaves four grandchildren, D.J., Catherine, Matthew, and Anna. As well as two great grandchildren, Kade and Emberlee.
Demetra will be...
Demetra Faye Noel Bean
Aug 1, 2024
Faye Bean passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. with her devoted son by her side.
Born on December 30, 1940, in Dyer, TN, Faye was a kind-hearted soul who touched the lives of many. Before settling in Jackson from Chicago, IL, she worked as a receptionist at the North American Baptist Association....
Amy Joanne Wray Gardner McDaniel
Jul 30, 2024
Amy Joanne Wray Gardner McDaniel, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 30, 2024, in her hometown of Jackson, TN. She was born on April 13, 1957, in Jackson, TN, to the late Gid and Dot Lassiter Wray.
Amy's early education was at Jackson Central-Merry high school before she went on to attend Jackson State Community College, where she...
Bethany Kathleen Poore
Jul 30, 2024
Bethany Kathleen Poore was born on July 1, 1981 in Oxford, Mississippi. After a long and heroic fight with cancer, Bethany went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. She died surrounded by family and dear friends.
Bethany was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister, and a dear friend to many, many people. She was a faithful...
Ronnie Charles Russell
Jul 29, 2024
Ronnie Charles Russell, “The Cookie Man,” age 74, was released from his earthly pain and illness on Monday, July 29, 2024, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital surrounded by family, friends and loved ones.
Ronnie was born in Ripley, MS to the late Roy Reece Russell and Sarah Jean Rogers Russell. He grew up in Bolivar, TN and graduated from Bolivar...
Harry Hardwick
Jul 28, 2024
On Sunday, July 28, 2024, Harry Hardwick (Pop), 76, passed away peacefully at home, in the arms of his beloved wife, Pat, and surrounded by his loving family.
Harry was born on May 14, 1948, in Carrolton, Illinois, to the late Floyd and Evelyn Hardwick (Anderson). He grew up with two late brothers, Francis (Bud) Hardwick and Lyndell Hardwick, and a...
Reggie Lynn Barnett
Jul 26, 2024
Reggie Lynn Barnett, 80, of Orange Beach, Alabama and Perdido Key, Florida passed away July 26, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.
He was born to Lyle and Lucille Barnett of Medina, Tennessee on April 21, 1944, in Jackson, Tennessee. For 58 years he was happily married to his high school sweetheart, Patricia Drake Barnett. With a degree in Mechanical...
Joyce Shinault Choate
Jul 25, 2024
Joyce Shinault Choate, Professor Emerita, the University of Louisiana Monroe, died on July 25, 2024 at the age of 84.
Daughter and only child of Spain J. and Ozite Aycock Shinault of Memphis (deceased), she grew up in Memphis and earned the B.S. degree from the University of Tennessee, where she was an officer of Zeta Tau Alpha. She also held...
Sam F. Cogdell, Jr.
Jul 24, 2024
Sam F. Cogdell, Jr. entered his heavenly home on July 24, 2024, at the age of 93 after a short stay at the Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN.
He was born on December 6, 1930, in Iuka, MS, the son of the late Sam F., Sr. and Evie Voyles Cogdell. Sam’s biological parents died when he was a small...
Cindy L. Hale Farris
Jul 22, 2024
Cindy L. Hale Farris bid farewell to this world on July 22, 2024. Her cheerful presence and outgoing personality illuminated the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Born on January 20, 1960, in Marion, IN, Cindy pursued her education diligently and graduated from Northside High School in 1977. Throughout her life, she embraced various professional endeavors with...
Keith Lovelace
Jul 22, 2024
Keith Lovelace, a dedicated businessman, passed away peacefully at his home in Humboldt, TN, on July 22, 2024. Born in Memphis, TN, on July 3, 1958, he was born to Billie Littlejohn and Jamie Lovelace.
Keith's life was marked by hard work and determination. He embarked on a successful career path that saw him working at the CoOp for many years...
Ronnie Barger
Jul 21, 2024
Mr. Ronald "Ronnie" Edward Barger, a respected member of the community in Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on July 21, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital with his loving wife, by his side.
Ronnie was born on Saturday, June 7, 1947, in Jackson, TN, the son of the late Farrice and Lorene Gateley Barger.
He led a fulfilling life marked by dedication and...
June Carolyn Milam
Jul 21, 2024
June Carolyn Wamble Milam, age 86 of Jackson, TN, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
June Carolyn Wamble Milam was born on November 1, 1937, in Jackson, TN, to Ed and Lois Walker Wamble. She came to a saving faith in Jesus Christ at an early age at Calvary Baptist Church in Jackson, TN. In 1954...
Frances Webb Patton
Jul 20, 2024
Frances Webb Patton, age 89 of Jackson, TN, passed away at her residence on Saturday, July 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Mrs. Patton was born July 7, 1935, in Dyer, TN, the daughter of the late Fred Coleman Webb and Mattie Maddox Webb. She was a member of West Jackson Baptist Church and the Harriet Coburn Sunday School Class....
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