Obituaries

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Dr. Donald R. Hopper

Dr. Donald R. Hopper

May 2, 2026

Dr. Donald R. Hopper, age 78, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on May 2, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee.

He was born on April 30, 1948, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, the son of the late Aaron Clyde and Dorothy Simpson Hopper and lived a life marked by faith, service, dedication, and love for his family, his patients, and his community.

Dr. Hopper was a...

Paxton McCartney Newsom

Paxton McCartney Newsom

April 29, 2026

Paxton McCartney Newsom, who was born on August 20, 1974, in Jackson, Tennessee, and passed away on April 29, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, lived a life marked by quiet dedication, steady character, and a deep appreciation for the simple comforts of home.

Paxton graduated from North Side High School in 1992, where he distinguished himself academically and even lettered in Latin,...

Paulette Leach

Paulette Leach

April 27, 2026

Paulette Leach, who was born on August 27, 1946, in Birmingham, Alabama, and passed away on April 27, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee.

She lived a life marked by simple pleasures, steady kindness, and a genuine appreciation for the treasures found in everyday moments. Paulette carried herself with a gracious spirit and a welcoming presence that made others feel at ease. She...

Henry Walter Hefley, Jr.

Henry Walter Hefley, Jr.

April 27, 2026

Henry Walter Hefley, Jr., age 81, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, leaving behind a life marked by devotion to family, education, and the many young people he guided throughout his career.

He was born on April 25, 1945, in Humboldt, Tennessee, the son of the late Henry Walter Hefley, Sr,...

John Robert Swope

John Robert Swope

April 27, 2026

John Robert Swope, age 58, of Jackson, passed away on April 27, 2026, in Nashville surrounded by his family.

John was born on November 12, 1967, to Linda and Jim Swope in Martin, TN. The family moved to Jackson, where John attended Pope Elementary, North Side Junior High, and graduated from North Side High School. He later...

Virginia Elaine Morgan

Virginia Elaine Morgan

April 25, 2026

Virginia Elaine Morgan, age 79, was born on August 18, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passed away on April 25, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee. She lived a life marked by faith, kindness, and a deep love for others, and she will be remembered with great affection by all who knew her.

Elaine was a Christian woman...

William Preston Deloach, Sr.

William Preston Deloach, Sr.

April 25, 2026

William Preston DeLoach, Sr., age 90, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on April 25, 2026, after a life marked by faith, hard work, family devotion, and a genuine love for people.

He was born on August 26, 1935, in Madison County, Tennessee, the son of the late William Rooker and Maxine Simmons DeLoach. From his early days...

Tommy E. Webb

Tommy E. Webb

April 21, 2026

Tommy E. Webb, age 74, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on April 21, 2026, in Jackson. He was born on July 4, 1951, in McKenzie, Tennessee, and lived a life marked by humor, loyalty, and a spirited love for the people and things that mattered most to him.

He had a gift for making people laugh, and...

Shirley Ann Courtney Young

Shirley Ann Courtney Young

April 20, 2026

Shirley Ann Courtney Young went to heaven on Monday, April 20, 2026. She was born in Pensacola Florida on August 9,1943. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Bill and Lucille Courtney, her brothers, Junior and Huey Courtney, and her sister, Marilyn White. She is survived by her sisters, Tonya Peek and Janie Joseph, her daughter, Darlene Carpenter, son-n-law,...

Alice  House Wright

Alice House Wright

April 19, 2026

Alice House Wright, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and compassionate nurse, died peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

Born on January 2, 1948, in Carroll County, Tennessee, Alice was the daughter of the late Howard and Lucille House. From the very beginning, her life was centered on caring for others—most especially her...

Norma Creecy Smith

Norma Creecy Smith

April 17, 2026

Norma Creecy Smith, age 85, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on April 17, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on December 21, 1940, in Keiser, AR the daughter of the late Hershel and Mary Porter Creecy, and lived a life marked by devotion, kindness, and steady care for the people around...

Betty Jo Mccoy (Scobey) Naylor

Betty Jo Mccoy (Scobey) Naylor

April 16, 2026

Betty Jo McCoy (Scobey) Naylor, age 85, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on April 16, 2026, in the same city where she was born on May 23, 1940. She lived a life marked by devotion, kindness, and steady care for the people she loved.

Betty Jo spent thirty years working at Western Mental Health, where she served...

Sophia Jane Isabella Brown

Sophia Jane Isabella Brown

April 14, 2026

Sophia Jane Isabella Brown, 23, was born on July 25, 2002, in Springfield, Missouri, and passed away on April 14, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee. She will be remembered with deep affection for her inquisitive mind, adventurous spirit, and deep love she shared with those closest to her.

With a degree in Automotive Repair from Tennessee College of...

Roger  L. Oliver

Roger L. Oliver

April 11, 2026

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God laid for me"

Roger L. Oliver, age 74, of Medina, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville. He was born on August 8, 1951, in Kuttawa, Kentucky, to the late William L. Oliver and...

Aaron James Ingalls

Aaron James Ingalls

April 11, 2026

Aaron Ingalls passed peacefully into his eternal home on Saturday, April 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

With a fearless heart and an enduring passion for life, Aaron chased each day with purpose, courage, and unrelenting enthusiasm. He always looked at life as an adventure.

His favorite adventure, Aaron's greatest joy was his family....

Donald  Lee Hollin

Donald Lee Hollin

April 10, 2026

Donald "Don" Lee Hollin, age 80, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on April 10, 2026, at his residence surrounded by the love of his family and the quiet peace of a life well lived.

Born on July 24, 1945, in Milledgeville, Tennessee, the son of the late Rev. Barnie L and Thelma Harwell Hollin, he lived a...

Nettie Jean Cooper

Nettie Jean Cooper

April 5, 2026

Nettie Jean Cooper, known lovingly as Nettie Jean, passed away on April 5, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 88. She was born on July 11, 1937, in Henry, Tennessee, and lived a life marked by kindness, curiosity, faith, and a genuine love for others.

Nettie Jean carried herself with grace and warmth, and those...

Brownie Holloway Pulliam

Brownie Holloway Pulliam

April 4, 2026

Brownie Holloway Pulliam passed away on April 4, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 80. She was born on June 9, 1945, in Summertown, Tennessee, and lived a life marked by devotion, learning, service, and kindness.

Brownie devoted her life to education and to the children she taught. She spent 55 years as a first...

Wanda Austin

Wanda Austin

April 1, 2026

Wanda Austin, age 84, of Beech Bluff, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026

at her Beech Bluff residence with her loving family by her side.

She was born on April 8, 1941, in Pinson, Tennessee, to Alvy B. Burruss and Ruby I. Jones

Burruss. She lived a life marked by devotion,...

Linda Carol Duemler Stovall

Linda Carol Duemler Stovall

April 1, 2026

Linda Carol Duemler Stovall passed away on April 1, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, the same city where she was born on April 13, 1947.

Linda lived a life marked by devotion, warmth, and steady grace. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy came from loving and caring for her family. Those who...

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