Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Teddy Jack Bryant
Mar 13, 2025
Teddy Jack Bryant was born on August 21, 1949, in Idlewild, TN to the late Martha Kate Dunagan and Jack Bryant. He passed away on March 13, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee, leaving behind family and a community that will remember him for his integrity, kindness, and the memorable stories he shared. He journeyed through life with a gentle strength that...
Stephanie Joy Shivers
Mar 13, 2025
Stephanie Joy Shivers, affectionately known as Joy, was born on September 20, 1973, in Picayune, Mississippi. With a heart that radiated warmth and kindness, she left us unexpectedly on March 13, 2025, at her home in Jackson, Tennessee. Joy’s spirit will forever be cherished, as she brought immeasurable love and light into the lives of all who had the privilege...
Stephanie Terry
Mar 13, 2025
Stephanie Terry gracefully touched the hearts of everyone she encountered until her passing on March 13, 2025, in Corinth, MS. She embodied a pure and loving spirit that radiated warmth and joy to her family and friends. Though Stephanie faced challenges throughout her life as a nonverbal individual with disabilities, she communicated profoundly through her unique love language—touch.
She was born...
Dorothy Sue Elder
Mar 12, 2025
Dorothy Sue Elder or more affectionately known as Mom, Sissy, and Nanny has left this world at age 91 to enter her long-awaited home in glory on March 12th, 2025.
Sue was born in Jackson, TN to the late Hester H. and Mary Iver Wallace Crews on November 28th, 1933. She was married for 62 years to her late husband Clarence...
Rhonda Kathy Wheat
Mar 12, 2025
Rhonda Kathy Wheat, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 75 on March 12, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on December 9, 1949, in McKenzie, Tennessee, Rhonda led a life characterized by her unwavering commitment to service and her extraordinary talent for inspiring those around her.
For many years, Rhonda worked as a diamond consultant at Service...
Michael David Thornburg
Mar 11, 2025
Michael David Thornburg, fondly known as Mike, departed this life on March 11, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He was born on September 6, 1965, in the vibrant city of Knoxville, Tennessee and he embarked on a remarkable journey that would see him touch the lives of many with his infectious spirit and joy for life.
After graduating from Powell...
Billie Sue Grisham Blakely
Mar 10, 2025
Billie Sue (Grisham) Blakley age 86, of Jackson, Tennessee, formerly Nashville, passed peacefully at her home on 10 March 2025. She was preceded in death by husband Clegg William (Bill) Blakley and survived by daughter Donna (Bob) Frankland, son Stephen (Razi) Blakley, grandchildren Sophia, Heather, Dustin, Sebastian and Alyssa, 5 great grandchildren, brother Ralph (Carolyn) Grisham and several nieces and...
Mary Katherine Butterfield
Mar 10, 2025
Mary Katherine Butterfield, aged 88, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side.
She was born on October 4, 1936, in Strawberry, Arkansas, the daughter of the late John Richard and Pearl Mize Penn.
Mary Katherine's educational journey took her to Business College in Memphis, Tennessee, where she acquired the skills that...
Brenda Bryant
Mar 8, 2025
Brenda Eudora Bryant, a cherished soul and beloved presence in the lives of many, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025, in her hometown of Trenton, Tennessee. Born on July 12, 1951, in Waverly, Tennessee, Brenda's journey was marked by love, dedication, and a heartfelt passion for helping others.
Brenda graduated from Peabody High School in Trenton, where she forged lifelong...
Janice Faulkner
Mar 8, 2025
Janice Faulkner, age 86, was born on November 15, 1938, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and departed this life peacefully on March 8, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital following a brief illness.
Janice, known for her extremely outgoing personality, was a cherished member of her community and a dedicated professional throughout her life. Janice devoted many years of her career to...
Nancy Dale McAfee
Mar 8, 2025
Nancy Dale McAfee December 22, 1935 – March 8, 2025
Nancy Dale McAfee, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, peacefully passed away on March 8, 2025, in Franklin,...

Charles Talmage
Mar 7, 2025
Charles Talmage, a beloved figure in the culinary community passed away on March 7, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born on October 6, 1961, in Washington, DC, Charles made significant contributions to the food service industry throughout his lifetime.
Charles dedicated his career to the food service profession, working with various food service companies. He was known for...
Daniel Clark Nance
Mar 6, 2025
Daniel Clark Nance, a cherished member of the community, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 66, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on September 9, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, Daniel’s journey through life was marked by his deep appreciation for art, music, and literature.
Daniel graduated from college with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Sewanee: The...
David Randall King
Mar 6, 2025
David Randall King passed away peacefully in his home in Jackson, Tennessee on March 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 9, 1941, in Wilmington, Delaware, David lived a life full of varied experiences and deep devotion to those he held dear.
David's career was marked by versatility and passion. He primarily dedicated his working years to truck driving,...
Olivia DeLoach
Mar 6, 2025
Olivia Deloach, a devoted servant of God, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2025, at the age of eighty.
Born on January 25, 1945, Olivia lived a life filled with faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She married the love of her life, Mickey Deloach, on...
Troy Payton Hernandez
Mar 5, 2025
Troy Payton Hernandez, a bright light extinguished far too soon, was born on June 8, 2009, in Jackson, TN. He left us on March 5, 2025, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him. Troy was a sophomore at South Side High School, full of youthful dreams and aspirations that cut short all too early. His...
William Todd Childress
Mar 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Todd Childress, fondly known as Todd, who left this world on March 5, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on December 21, 1963, Todd’s journey through life was marked by a spirit that radiated love, joy, and an unwavering affection for those around him.
Todd was a beacon of warmth,...
Billy H. Dunagan
Mar 3, 2025
Billy H. Dunagan, born on August 12, 1945, in Dyer, Tennessee, passed peacefully on March 3, 2025, in Humboldt, Tennessee, at the West TN State Veterans Home. A gentle soul, Billy brought warmth and laughter to all who knew him.
He proudly served his country in the Navy, a testament to his dedication and spirit. After his military service, Billy found...
Jerry M. Milam
Mar 2, 2025
Jerry M. Milam, age 89, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at Jackson Madison County General Hospital on Sunday, March 2, 2025, with family by his side.
Jerry Milam was born on May 14, 1935, in Detroit, Michigan, to Louis W. Milam, Sr. and Julia Pearl Burton Milam. In 1947, his parents, desiring a warmer climate, settled and made their permanent...

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