DARRYL ANDERSON, 28, died July 4, 2014. M J Edwards-Airways, (901)327-9360
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DELOIS BODDIE, 52, died July 1, 2014. MJ Edwards Funeral Home Whitehaven 901-332-3164
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DORIS BOWLES, 65, died July 3, 2014. N.J. Ford & Sons Parkway, (901)948-7755
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JACKIE CATRON, 59, passed July 7, 2014. N J Ford & Sons-Parkway, (901)948-7755
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William F. Davis, 86, passed away July 6, 2014 at Ave Maria Home. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a foreman with Steam Fitters Local 614. He was preceded by his wife of 62 years, Rose Marie Davis. He leaves his daughter, Lee Russell (Philip); sons, Mark Davis (Jean), Greg Davis (Florecita), Darrell Davis (Janet); eight grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 9 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 10 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 3721 Austin Peay Hwy, Memphis, TN 38128, where he was a charter member. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to:
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HELEN C. DEXTER, 93, died July 6, 2014. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar (901)725-8080
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BOBBIE DEANE DIEHL went home to be with the Lord on July 5, 2014.
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A.B. Gilmer, 97, died Saturday morning, July 5, 2014, at 2:09 a.m. at Golden Living Center in Southaven, MS. Mr. Gilmer was born April 18, 1917 in Hudsonville, MS. His parents were the late Weldon Jasper Gilmer and Bettie Rush Cheairs. He was the second of four children. He grew up in the Hudsonville area, and graduated from High School in Slayden, MS. On October 4, 1942, he married Dorothy Marie Holmes. They were married for 56 years until her passing in 1999. They were members of the former Oakville Memorial Baptist Church on Knight Arnold Road for over 40 years.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Marie Holmes Gilmer, his older brother, William J. Gilmer, his younger sister, Betty Lou Gilmer Park and his younger brother, John K. Gilmer. He is survived by his children, Ben Gilmer, Marie Ford and Scott Gilmer; six grandchildren, Terrie Elkins, Lisa Northcut, Kim Gunther, Maggie Gilmer, Haylee Gilmer and Zack Gilmer; 11 great-grandchildren, Jennifer Womack, Corey Elkins, Payton Elkins, Kelsi Elkins, Alex Northcut, Miles Northcut, Isaac Northcut, Ashton Gunther, Amber Grace Gunther, Aven Gunther and Amery Lynn Gunther, and one great-great- grandchild, Aubrey Lynn Sykes.
Visitation will be at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Poplar Monday, July 7 from 5-8 p.m. and Tuesday, July 8 from 2-3 p.m. at Cherry Road Baptist Church, 1421 Cherry Road, Memphis, TN. Funeral services immediately following at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cherry Road Baptist Church as a memorial to his life-long love for his Bible, Jesus and his Church.
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CRYSTAL Y. JEFFERSON, 30, died June 12, 2014. M.J. Edwards Whitehaven, 901-332-3164
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FRANCES C. LOOSE JOHNSON passed away July 3, 2014. She leaves her husband, Bruce Johnson; one daughter, Janet Nelson; two stepdaughters, Sarah Sims and Dr. Patricia Johnson. Frances leaves three grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Many wil remember Frances from her years of employment with the Internal Revenue Service. The family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, July 13 at the Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, The Palmer Home for Children, Columbus, MS or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at
www.memphisfuneralhome.net
Memphis Funeral Home
5599 Poplar Ave.
(901)725-0100
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REV. MARVIN KEE, SR., 86, of Memphis, passed away on July 4, 2014. Rev. Kee is survived by his wife, Marion; five sons, Marvin, Jr., Richard, Harold, Frederick, Kenneth; one daughter, Denise McGee; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 4-6 p.m., Friday, July 11, with service, Saturday, July 12 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church - Westwood, 620 Parkrose Rd. Burial will be Monday, July 14 in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, 4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd. at 1:45 p.m.
Superior Funeral Home
(901)323-7898
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Eve Mae Kellett, 97, of Memphis, died Monday, July 7, 2014, at Methodist LeBonheur Germantown Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Kellett, a devoted wife and mother, was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. Along with her husband and young son, she survived the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941. She has left an enormous legacy of two children, six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, all of whom are people of deep and abiding faith and grateful to her for her love and guidance. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville D. Kellett, Commander, USN Retired, and her son Dr. Gary L. Kellett. Survivors are her daughter and son-in-law, Diane Kellett and John V. Brust of Winston-Salem, NC; six grandchildren: Gary L. Kellett, Jr., Sidney Kellett McWilliams, Jennifer Kellett Giles, Brian D. Kellett, Dr. David G. Brust, and Jason K. Brust and 13 great-grand-children. She also leaves her brother, Robert D. Flannigan of Monette, AR. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 9, at Christ United Methodist Church, Wilson Chapel with interment to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Online condolences may be made at
www.memphisfuneralhome.net
Memphis Funeral Home
5599 Poplar Ave
(901)725-0100
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COLUMBUS MALONE, 88, passed July 5, 2014. Visitation from 3-5 p.m., Wednesday, July 9 at N.J. Ford & Sons Parkway Chapel. Services, 11 a.m., Thursday, July 10 in Elmwood Cemetery Chapel, with burial to follow.
N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home
(901)948-7755
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Michael "Mike" Matthew Mims. September 3, 1966, July 1, 2014. Michael passed away suddenly from a heart attack on July 1, 2014 and entered the arms of his heavenly father. Mike was a 1985 graduate of Germantown High School and attended the University of Memphis for four years. He had been employed by FedEx and has been with Horseshoe Casino for 11 years. His honesty and work ethics were beyond reproach and recognized by all. Mike was a caring and compassionate young man who firmly believed that "family came first" and never hesitated to help his family, friends and co-workers, no matter what was asked. His love for his family was unconditional and he never asked "why", but would say "what can I do". He had a strong faith and a generous and loving heart. Although he has gone from this earth, heaven has gained a wonderful person. Mike will always have a special place in the hearts of his family and many, many friends. Mike is survived by his parents, Bettie Silliman (Doyle) of Memphis, TN, George Mims (Yvonne) of Raceland, LA, his sister, Mary Joffre of Cordova, TN and his nephew, Hunter Joffre of Cordova, TN. Mike also leaves behind to mourn his loss his many friends and coworkers and his long time special friends Rick Pellegra of Memphis, TN, and Ken and Julie Tabor of Olive Branch, MS. He is preceded in death by his brother, Russell Joseph, his maternal grandparents, Jean and Al Frizzell of Faison, NC, his paternal grandmother Mildred Mims of Gretna, LA, and his nephew, Michael John Minatra of Memphis, TN. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 10, 12 noon, at River Oaks Presbyterian Church, 1665 S Germantown Rd, Germantown, TN.
High Point Funeral Home
& Crematorium
(901)454-5795
www.highpointchapel.com
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JOE EDDIE MOORE, 87, died July 5, 2014. M J Edwards-Airways, (901)327-9360
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GLYNN REED, 66, passed July 6, 2014. Harold Ford Funeral Chapel, (901)379-0861
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SHEROND Z. ROBERSON, 41, died July 3, 2014. J E Herndon, (901)353-4499
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CAROLYN SHELTON, 58, died July 6, 2014. N J Ford & Sons-Parkway, (901)948-7755
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Ricky Lee Simmons, 50, passed away on July 4, 2014. He was a Kroger employee for 33 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 30 years, Phyllis; son, Brandon (Andrea); granddaughter, Hyden Nicole; brother, Mark (Phyllis); a special and devoted sister-in-law, Michelle Batts; in-laws, Moses (Clara) Batts and a host of other family and friends. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 10 from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., with funeral services beginning at 1 p.m., all to be held at Harold Ford Funeral Chapel.
Harold Ford Funeral Chapel
1638 Sycamore View Rd.
Memphis, TN 38134
(901) 379-0861
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SHIRLEY SPIOTTO, 77, died July 6, 2014. Memphis Funeral Home, 901-725-0100
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Jessie T. Stedman, 93, passed away July 4, 2014. She was born in Cayce, MS, September 3, 1920, to Mr. and Mrs. John M. Thompson. She was the youngest girl and had two sisters and eight brothers. She was the lone survivor of the Thompson immediate family and has only one sister-in-law remaining. She was preceded in death by her husband, Erwin C. "Boots" Stedman, Jr. She leaves one child, Diane Warner; one grandchild, Laurel D. Butler; and one great-grandchild, Cole W. Butler, all of Tampa, FL. She also leaves several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was primarily a housewife but did work as a food demonstrator in Memphis for several years. Her last 10 years, she was a resident of Signature Healthcare at St. Francis in Memphis. TN. Friends are invited to gather at 9:30 a.m. prior to graveside services at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 9 at Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery.
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BENJAMIN MILTON STEVENS
Milton was taken to his heavenly home to join his wife Mildred Gibbons Stevens on Saturday, June 28, 2014. He was 92 years of age. Milton loved people and was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to so many. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. His father Benjamin Marion Stevens and his mother, Ollie Belle Manley Stevens lived in Memphis along with their eight children. He was an engineer for the Frisco Railroad. Milton returned to Memphis after four years of honorable service during WWII as a soldier with the 5th Army during the North African and Italian campaigns. He married his high school sweetheart Mildred Gibbons and they started their family. He was an employee of International Harvester for almost 40 years. He and Mildred lived in Bartlett, Tennessee where they raised their family and attended Bartlett United Methodist Church until they relocated to Sarasota, Florida in 2003. Milton leaves behind his sister, two brothers, three children, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Siblings are Ollie Katherine Tatum, Melvin Eugene Stevens and Raymond Douglas Stevens. Children are Ken G. Stevens of New Braunfels, Texas, Marion M. Stevens of Memphis and LuAnne S. Kirschner of Sarasota, Florida. Grand-children include Brian K. Stevens, Robert H. Stevens, Claire C. Bowman, and Ellen G. Coleman. Great-grandchildren are Emery Stevens, Benjamin Bowman and Samuel Bowman. There will be a graveside service at Memphis Memorial Park at 11 a.m. Saturday July 12. Family and friends will gather at Memorial Park Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. and proceed to the grave site led by Reverend Dr. Mark Matheny. The family asks that memorials to honor Milton be sent to Sunnyside Village Chapel, 5201 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, Florida, 34232.
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GLORIA A. STEWART, 54, died July 5, 2014. M.J. Edwards Stage Rd. (901)791-9700
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JOHN SAMUEL SUTER, 66, of Memphis, TN passed away at his home, July 3, 2014. He was a decorated Vietnam veteran with three Purple Hearts, a proud member of the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion of the U.S. Marine Corps. John graduated from Columbia Military Academy in Columbia, TN, and studied economics at Rhodes College (formerly Southwestern) before enlisting in the Marines (where he memorized the eye chart in advance to ensure he passed the vision exam.) While at Rhodes College, John was a standout member of the swimming and football teams. John will always be remembered for helping those less fortunate; rescuing pit bulls and countless strays and sheltering his friends in need. He was an amateur inventor proudly building a form of bedsprings designed to promote health, for a company he started called Bedtronics. In his later years John enjoyed vacationing with his family and friends on the island of Curacao. John lived life on his own terms. As one family member said, "John lived his life as he damned well pleased." He liked his Harleys big, his tequila smooth, and his fish dumb. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyal Samuel Suter and Ruth Watson Suter. He is survived by his aunt, Ramona Watson; four sisters, Ruthanna Legg of Scotia, NY, Cindy Suter of Toronto, Canada, Pati Irish of Renton, WA, Kathy Singh of Sterling, MA; and one brother, Gary Suter of Wailuku, HI. In addition, he has seven nieces and nephews, as well as four great-nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held Thursday, July 10, at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel at 6 p.m. After military honors, the family will have a time of fellowship and sharing, from 7-9:30 p.m. also at Memphis Funeral Home. Burial will be in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery on Friday at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be made to Wounded Warrior Foundation at woundedwarriorproject.org. Online condolences may be made at
www.memphisfuneralhome.net
Memphis Funeral Home
5599 Poplar Ave.
(901)725-0100
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ELIZABETH THOMPSON, 71, passed away July 6, 2014. M J Edwards-Stage, (901)791-9700
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ROOSEVELT TODD, 66, died July 5, 2014. M.J. Edwards Whitehaven, (901)332-3164
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TEJUAN TORRENCE, 42, died July 7, 2014. N J Ford & Sons-Parkway, (901)948-7755
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Olive Branch - DR. HERMIT RABY "Ray" MANNING, JR., age 89, passed away at his home in Olive Branch, MS on July 5, 2014 surrounded by his family, who adored him. He was born on April 11, 1925 in Mickey, Floyd County, TX to Hermit Raby Manning, Sr. and Ruth Mae Streater Manning. He was the last surviving sibling of his two brothers and sisters. Ray was raised on a ranch in Texas until he joined the Navy and was briefly stationed at Millington Naval Airbase. While in Memphis, he met the love of his life, Rose Marie Weber. After returning from his tour in the South Pacific during WWII, Rose Marie and he were married on January 22, 1945. They celebrated their wedding day with dining and dancing at the Peabody Skyway Room, where they later spent many happy evenings listening to "Big Band Music" with friends and family. After WWII, Ray returned home and attended Memphis State College (U of M) and then completed his studies at the University of Tennesse College of Dentistry, where he earned a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1953, while in dental school, he was a member of Xi Psi Phi Fraternity. During the Korean War, Ray was again called to serve his country. He held the rank of Captain in the Army Dental Corps and was stationed along with his wife in Camp Polk, Louisiana. In 1954, Ray and Rose Marie returned to Memphis and he partnered with his father-in-law, Dr. Asbury Anton Weber in his dental practice. Dr. Manning was dedicated to the professions of dentistry, and in his long career, he cared for several generations of families who became longtime and loyal patients. Extremely active as a delegate in the American Dental Association for many years, he served as President of the Memphis Dental Association in 1977. In 1983, Ray was honored with induction into the American Academy of Dentist, then in 1984, he served as President of the Tennessee Dental Association. While serving as the State President, he hosted the State Dental Convention at the Peabody Hotel, once again making a night of wonderful memories as everyone dined and danced at the President's Ball held in the Skyway room. After 40 years of caring for his patients, he retired and turned his practice over to his son, Dr. Weber Manning. Dr. Manning was the 7th generation of the Manning family to be a 32nd degree Master Mason of the Scottish Rite and a Shriner for more than 50 years. An avid hunter and fisherman, Ray loved spending time outdoors. He shared these skills with younger family generations and spent many happy hours making memories that they will cherish. He also enjoyed planting and caring for a large garden each year and would share the fruits of his labor with family and friends. Ray was a kind, loving and generous man who touched many people's lives and who was loved and respected by all that knew him. He is survived by his loving wife, Rose Marie Weber Manning; daughter, Kathryn Manning; son, Dr., Weber W. Manning (Robin); daughter, Rose Marie Lawson (Wes); daughter, Ann Tucker (Don); as well as eight grandchildren: Jeanne Marie Fenster (Andy), Kathryn Rea, Trey Lawson, Phillip Lawson, Lauren Manning, Bryan Manning, Ann Marie Tucker, John Tucker, and four great-grandchildren. Family will receive friends July 8 at Collierville Funeral Home. Services will be July 9 at 12 p.m., with interment to follow at Elmwood Cemetery.
Collierville Funeral Home
(901)853-2628
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Trenton - ERNESTINE FRANKS BAKER, 73, died July 6, 2014. Karnes & Son, (731)692-3711
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Jackson-ALICIA MARGARETTE BOWLING, 93, died July 5, 2014. Medina, (731)783-1110
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Trimble - JAMES CHAMPION, 64, died July 6, 2014. Johnson-Williams, (731)627-3236
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Bethel Springs - JAMES COBB, 69, died July 5, 2014. Shackelford-Selmer, (731)645-3481
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Martin - MARK GIELDING GALLIEN, 60, died July 7, 2014. Murphy, (731)587-3121
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Nashville - ROY CLIFFORD KELLEY, 68. July 5, 2014. Garner Funeral Home 731-635-1271
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Covington-MICHAEL ANDREW
McCLAIN, 29, died July 5, 2014.
Maley-Yarbrough, 901-476-9778
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Ramer - BOBBY WAYNE
MULLINS, 77, died July 6, 2014. Shackelford (731)645-3481
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Ripley - MYRTLE MARY POE, 84, died July 5, 2014. Halls Funeral Home, (731)836-7111
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Henning - ARTHILIA SAWYER, 95, died July 2, 2014. Currie's Funeral Home, (731)738-2625
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Camden-CHARLENE HARTLEY SMOTHERS, 65, died July 4, 2014. Plunk, 731-584-7601
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Dyersburg-SHEILA M. WILCOX
STEGALL, 49, died July 6, 2014.
Johnson-Williams, 731-627-3236
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Kingston - Margie Lee
Edwards Wadlington, age 83, of Kingston, TN passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2014. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Kingston, graduate of Memphis State University receiving both Bachelors and Masters degrees. She taught at Mount Pisgah Junior High in Cordova, Germantown High School in Germantown, Oliver Springs High School in Oliver Springs, Cherokee Middle School in Kingston, and was a guidance counselor at Cherokee Middle School until her retirement. She was the main person in charge of "Just Say No" at Cherokee Middle School. She was a licensed certified counselor of State of Tennessee. She was a member of and Past President of the Roane County Retired Teachers Association, member of and Past President of the Harriman Music Club, member of Roane Choral Society, and former member of the Board of Directors, member of White Stone Singers, member of Tennessee Ladies Chorale, member of the Worship Choir of the First Baptist Church, E.S.P. Choir of First Baptist Church as well as member of the Young at Heart at First Baptist and South Harriman Baptist Churches. Also at South Harriman Baptist Church, she was Director of Children's choir, children's hand bell choir, and member of the adult choir and had taught Sunday school in previous churches. She served in a mentoring program for students at Midtown Elementary, served as assistant historian for the Centurymen, she was also a member of Zeta Tau Alpha at Union University. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and teacher. Preceded in death by parents, J.L. and Margie Edwards, sister-in-law, Grace Wadlington Comley.
Survivors include husband of 63 years, George C. Wadlington of Kingston; daughter, Patricia Ann Wadlington of Black River, NY; sons, Randolph D. Wadlington and wife, Rita Oran Wadlington of Harriman, Neil C. Wadlington and wife, Lisa Marie Gray-Wadlington of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Brooke Wadlington Norris and husband, Brian; Kayla Wadlington, James Denham; sisters-in-law, Jean Drury Wadlington Groves and husband, Bob of Falls Church, Virginia, Ann Wadlington Johnson of Maumee, OH; nieces and nephew, Reita Marie Comley Richmond, Peggy Comley Lewis, June Comley Lewis, all of Virginia, Brad Johnson and wife, Connie of Findley, OH, Gail Birning and husband, Jim of Temperance, MI; and many dear friends.
The family will receive friends from 4:30 until 7 p.m., Tuesday July 8, at the First Baptist Church in Kingston. The funeral will follow at 7 p.m., with Dr. Sonny Works officiating. Burial 11 a.m., Wednesday at Kingston Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations be made to American Cancer Society or The First Baptist Church Building Fund. Arrangements by
Kyker Funeral Home, Kingston
www.kykerfuneralhomes.com
(865)376-6531
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Charleston-ARGUSTER GOLI-
DAY, 70, died July 3, 2014. M J
Edwards-Airways, 901-327-9360
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West Point - WAYNE GWATHNEY, 68. July 5, 2014. Calvert Funeral Home 662-494-2833
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Ripley - DR. JOE GODWIN MARTIN, 87, died July 6, 2014. McBride, (662)837-8101
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Holly Springs-JANICE A. FORD
RAYFORD, 59, died July 2, 2014.
J F Brittenum, (662)252-2341
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Byhalia - CLARENCE
RICHMOND, 35, died July 2,2014. Gillespie 662-895-2470
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Marked Tree - MARY LEE
ANDERSON, 87, died July 1, 2014. Wilson, (870)563-2877
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Luxora - JIMMY TRACEY
HARRIS, 61, died July 4, 2014. Wilson, (870)563-2877
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Osceola - HENRY WILLIAMS, JR., 72, died July 4, 2014. Wilson Funeral Home 870-563-2877
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