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Nelson Paulino

Nelson Paulino

Aug 31, 2024

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Betty Sue Drewery

Betty Sue Drewery

Aug 11, 2024

Betty Sue Drewery passed away August 11, 2024, in her hometown of Memphis, Tennessee.  She was born to Willie Sue and Murrell White on April 9, 1942, in Friendship, Tennessee.

She graduated from Southside High School in 1960.  Betty worked as an office manager for several firms in the Memphis area in addition to being a homemaker....

Helon Eilene Clay

Helon Eilene Clay

Aug 5, 2024

HELON EILENE CLAY,  77, passed away August 5, 2024.  She was born October 24, 1946 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Anthony Hope and Theo Allene Clay.  In addition to her parents, Helon is preceded in death by a brother Lonnie Courtney Clay and a sister, Corolyn Clay.  She is survived by two sisters, Luttie Elizabeth Clay Pierce and Martha Ellen...

Kelly Littlefield

Kelly Littlefield

Jul 28, 2024

Kelly Littlefield was a survivor. He made it through two tours in the military, a motorcycle crash that left him with a plate in his ankle, and nine years of cancer diagnosed as terminal from the moment they found it. But he couldn't beat the odds forever.

Kelly passed away peacefully on Sunday morning after spending his...

Harvey L. Gipson Sr.

Harvey L. Gipson Sr.

Jul 24, 2024

HARVEY L. GIPSON SR. passed away July 24, 2024. He was born February 18, 1931 in Memphis, Tennessee to Raymond Turner Gipson and Frances Bowling Gipson. He is survived by his daughters Gloria Ray Gipson Ingle, Mary Ann Gipson Reiter and Ashley Angeline Gipson Horton and his sisters, Jeanette Lawshe, and Joyce Bernardini. In addition to his...

Katherine Vick James

Katherine Vick James

Jul 3, 2024

Katherine Vick James, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. Kathy grew up in Memphis, TN attending Elliston Baptist Academy. She received her bachelor's and master's in education at Memphis State University. Kathy was a special education teacher for 31 years in Memphis City Schools. She touched the...

Sheri Anita Welzbacher

Sheri Anita Welzbacher

Jun 28, 2024

Sheri Anita Welzbacher, lovingly known by friends and family as Mimi, passed away peacefully on June 28,2024, in Rossville, Tennessee, at the age of 70. Born on September 9, 1953, in Millington Tennessee, she was a cherished daughter in the Daniel family before she married and became a Welzbacher.

Mimi was a devoted grandmother, deeply loved by...

Lisa Anne Lavelle-Crawford

Lisa Anne Lavelle-Crawford

Jun 25, 2024

LISA ANNE LAVELLE-CRAWFORD, 39, of Bartlett, Tennessee passed away peacefully in her sleep June 25, 2024.  Lisa was born in Memphis, Tennessee on February 7, 1985 to John  "Buddy" and Wanda Lavelle.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by her son, Dawson  Crawford, her husband, Matthew Crawford and her brothers, Lee Lavelle (Amanda) and Micheal ...

John Towery

John Towery

Jun 24, 2024

John Curtis Towery, 86, of Memphis, Tennessee (formerly of Greenville, Mississippi) passed away June 24, 2024. He was born July 20, 1937 in Sunflower, Mississippi to William Curtis and Myrtle Lee Towery.

John honorably served his country in the United States Army. He married and moved to Memphis with aspirations of becoming a firefighter. He was on...

Nancy Mae Osborne

Nancy Mae Osborne

Jun 15, 2024

Nancy Mae Osborne, 90, of Bartlett, TN, went to be with Jesus Saturday, June 15, 2024.  She left this earth peacefully, surrounded by many members of her loving family.  Nancy's main purpose in life was to be a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and to serve Jesus.  She was a long-time member of Bellevue Baptist Church and was very...

Mary Nelle Vickers

Mary Nelle Vickers

Jun 8, 2024

MARY NELLE VICKERS, 80, passed away peacefully June 08, 2024.  She was born June 5, 1944 to David and Wilie Faye Shoaf.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, James Shoaf and her dearly loved canine companion, Molleigh.  Mary Nelle was an administrative assistant in the technology division of First Tennessee Bank for...

Mauricio Becerril

Mauricio Becerril

Jun 6, 2024

MAURICIO BECERRIL, 42, passed away June 6, 2024.  He was born March 19, 1982 in Mexico to Agapito Becerril and Rosaro Noguez Guillen.  He was number seven of nine children.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Juaquin.  He devoted his life to his career in construction as a concrete mason.  He enjoyed...

Deborah Ann Morrison

Deborah Ann Morrison

May 30, 2024

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt.  Deborah Ann Morrison, 68, was surrounded by her loving family and friends as she passed from her well-lived life on May 30, 2024.  She was born in Memphis, Tennessee September 2, 1955 to Francis Eugene (Gene) and Maudine Frances McKinna....

Janie Louise Smith

Janie Louise Smith

May 27, 2024

Janie Louise Smith, 74, passed away May 27, 2024, surrounded by her family at her home. She was born July 1, 1949 in Memphis, TN, daughter of the late John Boone and Charlotte Louise Tuck Lassiter. She was united in marriage with the late Dennis Eugene Smith July 5, 1968. She was preceded in death by her husband; her...

Julie Lynn Smit

Julie Lynn Smit

May 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Julie Lynn Smit, With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a cherished wife, devoted mother, adored grandmother and great-grandmother, Julie. She passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born March 15, 1958, Julie embraced life with a rare zest, touching the...

Connie Howard Burr

Connie Howard Burr

May 15, 2024

CONNIE HOWARD BURR, was born June 15, 1948 in Nashville, Tennessee to Harry and Gertrude Floyd Howard.  She was a professional secretary.   She dedicated forty-five years of her life to her profession. Connie loved to celebrate life.  It was not unusual for her to travel with her "besties" to hear their favorite band, the Memphis Funk and Horns perform.  ...

Michelle Reed

Michelle Reed

May 8, 2024

MICHELLE LEE O'NEAL REED, 52, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a long illness May 8, 2024.  She was born August 14, 1970 in Memphis, Tennessee to Betty Owen and James Cox.  In addition to her parents, Michelle is preceded in death by her siblings, Angie Benson, Shane Cox, Gary Cox and Kayla Cox.  Michelle was co-owner of...

Michael "Mike" Mcmahon

Michael "Mike" Mcmahon

May 7, 2024

Michael Terrance McMahon "Mike" passed away May 7, 2024. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin June 15,1944 to Richard C. and Emily Kuehn McMahon.  Mike was a painter by profession but he loved the outdoors, fishing, and hunting. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife Jeanne. He is survived by his children Kenneth...

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