Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
Barbara J. Moore
Mar 25, 2025
Barbara J. Moore, age 74, entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at her residence in Jackson, TN, surrounded by her loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
She was born on November 22, 1950, in Lamar, MO, one of seven children to the late Jack and Pauline Capp Brous. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother,...
Paul Dwayne French
Mar 24, 2025
Paul Dwayne French, born on October 4, 1946, in Camden, TN, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 on March 24, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
He was known for his contributions to healthcare in his community. He was one of the original team members of Carroll County Hospital, where he played a pivotal role in establishing several essential...
John Roberts Whybrew
Mar 23, 2025
John Roberts Whybrew, a cherished member of his family and community, was born on February 6, 1957, in New York. He passed away peacefully at the age of 68 on March 23, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee.
John devoted his career to being a self-employed truck driver, a profession that not only provided for his family but...
Judy Caroline Frazier
Mar 21, 2025
Judy Caroline Frazier, age 78, peacefully departed this life on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee.
She was born on December 16, 1946, in Jackson, TN, the daughter of the late Robert W. and Avanelle Foust Smith. Judy devoted many years of her life to the betterment of her community and the nurturing of her...
Clyde Louis Threlkeld
Mar 19, 2025
Clyde Louis Threlkeld, age 75, was born on November 4, 1949, in Dyer County Tennessee where he grew up on the family farm and loved running around playing and working and sometimes getting into mischief.
The family moved to Chicago where Clyde graduated from Kelvin Park high school in 1968. He enlisted in the Marine Corps and was sent to active...
David Bruce Foust
Mar 19, 2025
David Bruce “Digger” Foust, a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born on Friday, September 17, 1954, in Bells, Tennessee, David lived a life characterized by his love of the outdoors. He could often be found fishing near his cabin on Kentucky Lake, tending to his cows...
William Darrell Matlock
Mar 18, 2025
William Darrell Matlock, age 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at his residence in Jackson, TN.
He was born on June 3, 1952, in Ridgley, TN, the son of the late William Andrew and Gladys Lee Rogers Matlock.
Darrell lived a life filled with passion and commitment, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and dedication. Darrell was a...
Irby "Chip" Inman Graves, Jr.
Mar 18, 2025
Irby "Chip" Inman Graves, Jr. left this world on March 18, 2025, in his hometown of Jackson, Tennessee, where he was born on May 29, 1961. Chip brought joy and laughter into the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.
Chip enjoyed spending his days fishing and golfing. Always cutting up and sharing a joke, he had a gift for...
Judy Gayle Hale
Mar 17, 2025
Judy Gayle Hale, a beloved figure in the lives of those who knew her, passed away peacefully at her residence in Jackson, Tennessee, on March 17, 2025, at the age of seventy. She was surrounded by the love of her family, including her devoted husband, Richard R. Hale, Sr., with whom she shared fifty-one wonderful years of marriage.
Born on January...
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,...
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