Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Yvonne Lee Countryman DeWald
Nov 6, 2023
Yvonne Lee Countryman DeWald, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, has sadly passed away on November 6, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born on March 13, 1944, in Syracuse, NY the daughter of the late Clarene Levi and Gladys Thelma Mattice CountrymanYvonne led a fulfilling life and touched the hearts of many with her...
Joseph Glenn Ward
Nov 6, 2023
Joseph Ward, beloved husband, father, and cherished member of the community, passed away on November 6th, 2023, at the West Tennessee Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN.
He was born on November 10th, 1942, in his hometown of Jackson, Tennessee, the son of the late Casey Glenn and Minnie Lee Boone Ward.Joe was a remarkable individual who had a distinguished...
Nancy Holmes Owen
Nov 5, 2023
Nancy Holmes Owen died peacefully on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at her Jackson, Tennessee residence.
She was born on December 20, 1941, the daughter of the late Lloyd N. and Grace Simpson Holmes. She was married to Billy T. Owen who preceded her in death in 2014. Nancy spent her working career as a cashier with West Tennessee Rural...
Jewell Faye Lacy
Nov 4, 2023
Jewell Faye Lacy (Judy), a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on November 4, 2023, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on February 19, 1934, the daughter of Willie and Lola Wallace Smith, in Gibson County, Tennessee. Judy attended Gibson High School, where she...
Donna Carolyn McCarver
Nov 2, 2023
Donna Carolyn Land McCarver passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at her residence in Jackson, Tennessee surrounded by her loving daughters at the age of 81. Donna led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of many.Born on March 20, 1942, in Jackson, Tennessee, Donna was the beloved daughter of the late Rev. Z. P. and Ethel...
Joe David Smith
Nov 1, 2023
Joe David Smith passed away on November 1, 2023, in his hometown of Jackson, Tennessee. Born on September 4, 1933, in Jackson to the late Clayborn and Era Smith, Joe lived a fulfilling life filled with remarkable accomplishments and cherished connections.
He displayed an unyielding commitment to his different jobs and applied his skills diligently while working at Conalco,...
Fred A. Sego
Oct 31, 2023
Fred A. Sego, a longtime truck driver for ABF, passed away on October 31, 2023, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born on October 21, 1945, in Florence, AL. Fred was known for his easy-going personality and his dedication to his career. Fred served in the U.S. Army and proudly defended his country. His military service shaped...
Louise Turner
Oct 31, 2023
Louise Turner, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital at the age of 90.
She was born on August 4, 1933, in Jackson, TN, the daughter of the late Joe Page, Sr. and Ethel Lee Page Throughout her life, Louise cherished the close bond she...
Dennis D. Dean
Oct 28, 2023
Dean, Dennis D., 71, of Jackson, Tennessee passed away on October 28, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, friends, and caregivers.
Dennis was the second son of Chauncey and Zada Dean, both deceased, and was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania on February 14, 1952. He moved with his family to Dayton, Ohio in 1960 where he spent the majority...
Jerry Cowan
Oct 28, 2023
Jerry N. Cowan passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus on October 28, 2023.
He was born on June 8, 1934, in Crockett County, Tennessee, the son of the late Jack and Earlene Brown Cowan.Throughout his life, Jerry made a significant impact on those around him. He dedicated a number of years to his career as a Journeyman Tool...
Arthur Phillip Fowler
Oct 27, 2023
Arthur Phillip Fowler, a dedicated worker and loving family man, passed away on October 27, 2023, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. He was born in Gallatin, TN, on April 2, 1964.
Art was known for his hardworking nature and spent many years as a Foreman at Thomson and Thomson. His commitment to his work was truly admirable,...
John Edward Hudson
Oct 25, 2023
John Edward Hudson passed away on October 25, 2023, at the age of 65 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.
John was born on December 4, 1957, in Tuscumbia, AL to the late Henry O. Hudson and Jewel Tinnin Hudson. Later in life, he went to college at the University of Tennessee. After completing his Bachelor's degree...
Thomas Bedford "Buddy" White
Oct 25, 2023
Thomas Bedford White, known by most as Buddy, passed Wednesday morning October 25, 2023, at his home on his family farm surrounded by loved ones.
Buddy was born July 27, 1954, the oldest of three children of the late Charles and Zilla White. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle, and dear friend...
Gordon D. Pritchard
Oct 24, 2023
Gordon D. Pritchard, a loving husband, father, and grandfather entered his heavenly home on October 24, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving wife and children.
He was born on Wednesday, March 9, 1932, in Carroll County, TN the son of the late Fred and Vera Prather Pritchard.Gordon's entrepreneurial spirit led him to own and operate his own trucking...
Jerald Wayne White
Oct 23, 2023
Jerald Wayne White, 77, a beloved member of the medical community and a cherished friend to many, passed away on October 23, 2023, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He was born on November 7, 1945, in Friendship, TN. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerald and Myra.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Claudia and his...
Lina Small Matthews Bowyer
Oct 22, 2023
Lina Small Matthews Bowyer, age 90, passed away in her sleep on Sunday, October 22, 2023, at home in Jackson, TN.
Born on December 6, 1932, in Jackson, TN to the late Lyna Flowers and James Shields Matthews Jr., she attended Alexander and Pope Elementary Schools, Jackson Junior High School, and graduated from Jackson High School in 1950. She...
Gerald Wayne Harville
Oct 16, 2023
Gerald Wayne Harville, a talented and passionate general contractor, passed away peacefully at Jackson Madison County General Hospital on Monday, October 16, 2023. He was born on Sunday, January 15, 1950, in his hometown of Jackson, TN. Gerald dedicated his life to honing his craft as a general contractor. His career spanned many years, during which he established himself as...
Beth Skelley
Oct 13, 2023
Beth Skelley peacefully entered her heavenly home on the morning of Friday, October 13, 2023, in Jackson, Tennessee.
She was born on August 2, 1930, in Paris, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Dudley Barton and Dora Lone Brisendine Mann.Beth was, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend that will be fondly remembered for her sweet...
Dorothy Price Holt
Oct 11, 2023
Dorothy Mae Price Holt, age 93, of Jackson, TN passed away peacefully on Oct. 11, 2023, at Brookdale Jackson Oaks, Jackson, TN. She was born on April 3, 1930, in Beech Bluff, TN. She was the daughter of the late James Thomas and Daisy Mitchell Price. Dorothy was a loved sister, wife, mother,...
Kevin Ross Tomlin
Oct 10, 2023
Kevin Ross Tomlin was born to Dr. William Matthew (Matt) Tomlin, Jr. and Carolyn Ross Tomlin in Bowling Green, KY on August 6, 1964. The family moved to Selmer, TN when he was four years old and lived there until he was 18. As a little boy, he rode his bicycle to visit the elderly people in the community. They...
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