Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Louise Buck
May 8, 2021
Louise Buck, age 74, passed from her earthly home Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis. She was born in Corinth, MS on December 4, 1946, the daughter of John Clifton and Mildred L Baker Kirk. Louise spent her working career in the medical field, most recently in medical records with TranSouth before retirement. She was a...
Will J. Ward
Apr 30, 2021
Will Ward, age 43, died unexpectantly at his Madison, TN residence on Friday, April 30, 2021. He was born in Jackson, TN on March 30, 1978, the son of Glenda Moore Ward and the late Richard Ward. Will was a skilled painter who enjoyed time with his son more than anything else. He also loved snowboarding, playing the guitar, &...
Harold Lanier Coleman Sr. "Happy Hal"
Apr 28, 2021
Harold Lanier Coleman, Sr., best known as "Happy Hal", age 74, passed away on April 28, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN with his adoring family by his side. Harold was born on Tuesday, June 18, 1946 in Henderson, TN to the late James Alvin and Mary Emma (Lanier) Coleman. Other than his parents he was also...
Robert L Beare Iii
Apr 27, 2021
“I’ve lived a charmed life.”—Bob Beare Born on May 9, 1936, Robert Lee Beare, III, rose from Earthly Life on April 27, 2021 after a short illness. Bobby’s life will be forever defined by love for his wife Fran, his daughters, Penny and Frances, and his sheer gusto for life. Bobby who was raised in Jackson, Tennessee, graduated from Jackson...
John Charles Cathey
Apr 24, 2021
Mr. John C. Cathey, age 81, died Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County Hospital after a long illness. He was born in Madison County, TN the son of Chauncey and Ruby Cotner-Poindexter Cathey. He worked as a Salesman for Jackson Restaurant Supply for 14 years and was retired from Hardin-Sysco. He was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church...
Terry Dee Dyer
Apr 20, 2021
Terry Dee Dyer, age 62, died Tuesday, April 20, 2021 after a sudden illness. Deputy Dyer, “Bear” as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was born on April 25, 1958, the son of the late Robert J. and Gerthie Maness Dyer. Following his service in the United States Army, Terry followed his calling into law enforcement and served...
Jerry R. Hensley
Apr 13, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of Jerry Ray Hensley announce his passing on April 13, 2021. Jerry was born August 16,1946 in Hohenwald, TN, the son of G.A and Lola Vaughn Hensley. After earning a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Jerry worked for Ciba-Geigy (which later became Syngenta) in agricultural research. He retired from Syngenta as the...
Jacob Anthony Miller
Apr 12, 2021
Jacob Anthony Miller, 36, passed away on April 12, 2021 at Henderson County Community Hospital in Lexington, TN. A native of Jackson, Jacob was born on August 8, 1984, the son of Carol Snider Taylor and Ralph Miller. Jacob was working as a Technician with the Kellogg Company in Jackson. His favorite past-times include gaming, watching football, fishing, grilling, family...
Peggy Jane Burkett
Apr 3, 2021
Peggy Jane Burkett, age 68, went to her heavenly home April 3, 2021. She was born on December 29, 1953 to Acie Monroe and Ruby Nell Chandler Burkett. She graduated from Peabody High School and Union University with a degree in nursing. She dedicated her entire life to nursing and adored all her co-workers. She loved her Savior and Englewood...
Cooper Edward Norris
Apr 3, 2021
Cooper E. Norris, age 20, passed from his earthly home on April 3, 2021 to unite with his heavenly family. He was born on October 5, 2000 in Jackson, TN the son of Benjamin Norris and the late Kimberly C. Norris. He was employed with Longworth, PPC. Cooper was a firearm enthusiast, who enjoyed music movies, working with his hands,...
Carol Jean Hall
Apr 2, 2021
Carol Jean Hall, age 65 of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away at Jackson-Madison General Hospital on Friday, April 2, 2021. Carol was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 23, 1955 to the late George Hall, Sr., and Betty Jean (Craig) Hall, who survives. Other than her father, she is preceded by a brother, George Allen Hall. Although confined to a wheelchair...
Brenda Pentecost Mills
Mar 31, 2021
Brenda Pentecost Mills, age 74, died March 31, 2021 at Bells Nursing Home. She was born July 14, 1946 in Jackson, Tennessee, the daughter of Burnie and Jeanette Pentecost. She was a member of Woodland Baptist Church in Haywood County. She retired from Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. She loved traveling with her husband and spending time and supporting the grandchildren....
Teresa Kay Pride Long
Mar 28, 2021
Teresa Kay Pride Long went to be with her Lord on March 28. She passed peacefully into her heavenly home from her earthly home with her husband and daughters by her side. Teresa was born in Dyersburg on April 8, 1957. Her family moved to Jackson before she started Parkview elementary school. She graduated from Jackson Central Merry High in...
Marcia Joan Pritchard
Mar 23, 2021
Marcia Joan Pritchard, age 80, passed from this life to her heavenly home on March 23, 2021 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. A native of South Bend, IN, Marcia was born on June 7, 1940, the daughter of the late Alex and Joan M. Arch. She enjoyed collecting antique jewelry, line dancing, flea marketing, and caring for animals. She was...
Bettye Jo Rushing
Mar 22, 2021
Bettye Jo Rushing, age 89, died Monday, March 22, 2021 at Jackson -Madison County General Hospital. She was born June 5, 1931 in Pinson, Tennessee, the daughter of Clint and Mary Fussell Nanney. Bettye was active at Poplar Heights Baptist Church, serving as chair of the food committee serving families and guests of the church for many years. She taught...
Baby Addisyn Elizabeth Cole
Mar 22, 2021
Addisyn Elizabeth Cole, daughter of Brian and Emily Cole was born on Monday, March 22, 2021 @ 5:19 am at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Weighing 4 lbs. 8 oz. and measuring 19 inches long, this beautiful little angel was and is, very loved by family and friends. Addisyn had dark hair with tints of red and beautiful baby blue eyes,...
David Montgomery Hardee
Mar 17, 2021
David Montgomery Hardee was born on May 26, 1953, to the late Alta Ruth Montgomery and Robert Hardee. He died on March 17, 2021 after a courageous and faith-filled battle with COVID. David was born in Jackson and raised in Denmark, Tennessee. He graduated from North Side High School in 1971 and from UT Martin (where he was a proud...
Stacey Elaine Hunt-Okolo
Mar 14, 2021
Dr. Stacey Elaine Hunt-Okolo, age 50, died Sunday March 14, 2021 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She was born January 23, 1971 in Birmingham, Alabama, the daughter of Willie and Clementine Curry Hunt. Stacey was an electrical engineer who became a physician, working in different specialties. She enjoyed spending time with her husband and kids while supporting her...
Glenda Claudette Adkins
Mar 11, 2021
Glenda Claudette Dyer Adkins, age 74, formally of Jackson, passed away in Knoxville, TN. She was born the second daughter of Claude and Alma Grissom Dyer. She attended school in Madison County and graduated from Watertown High School in Wilson County in 1966. She was married to Danny Lee Adkins Sr. for 49 years preceding his death in 2018. She...
Dr. Charles Alfred Greathouse
Mar 7, 2021
Dr. Charles Alfred Greathouse, age 89, of Jackson, TN went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, March 7, 2021. Dr. Greathouse was born in Jackson, TN on November 22, 1931, the son of James Marvin and Mary Kierolf Greathouse. He graduated from Jackson High School, where he played basketball and softball. He served his country...
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