Obituaries
Obituaries for the Tipton County, TN Area
Willie "Buddy" Murray
Jun 29, 2023
Willie Dewitt "Buddy" Murray, 76, of Brighton, passed away on Thursday, June 29 at Covington Care Nursing Home. Mr. Murray was a mechanic, specializing in motorcycle repair. He is survived by one daughter, Annette Murray (John) Wireman of Michigan; one son, Virgil Glenn (Jennifer) Murray of Texas; three grandchildren, Tuff Wireman, Portia Ney Bowers and Fionn Murray; one brother, Lynwood...
Lane Caroline Myers
Jun 23, 2023
Lane Caroline Myers passed away on Friday, June 23, 2023 in Covington Tennessee. Loved by so many and a friend to all, she was active in her youth group at the First Baptist Church of Covington and a member of the Covington Manta Rays swim team. The upcoming school year would have welcomed her as a freshman at Covington High...
Kathryn Loreine Davis
Jun 22, 2023
Kathryn Loreine Davis "Kathy" "Wheezer", age 54, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, June 22, 2023. She was so special to so many people. She loved with her whole heart and unconditionally, no matter the person or their past. She was a rock star, life of the party, and she could light up a room with very few...
Terry Jane Houston
Jun 19, 2023
Terry Jane Houston, 71, of Atoka, passed away, surrounded by her friends and family on June 19th, due to complications from of a stroke. Terry was predeceased by her mother, Marty Atkins, her father, Jack Atkins, and her grandson, Richard Ryan Null. She is survived by her husband, Richard Leo Houston, her son, Richard Bradley Houston (Jessie), her daughter, Kristen...
Peyton Garrett Chorley
Jun 17, 2023
Peyton Garrett Chorley, of Drummonds, Tennessee, passed away at home and went to be with the Lord on June 17, 2023. Peyton was born August 12, 1999 in Memphis, Tennessee to Larry and Kelley Chorley. Peyton was a line-mechanic for Nike in Memphis. Peyton's childhood was spent on the water with his family and friends. He loved the outdoors and...
Joe Elliott
Jun 15, 2023
Joe Elliott, 83, of Atoka, passed away on Thursday, June 15 at his home. Joe was born to the late Walter and Lois Elliott in Centerville, Iowa. At the age of 9, the family moved to New Mexico where he lived until moving to Tennessee in 1965. Mr. Joe worked at the old Memphis Area Cattle Feeders feedlot, until it...
Jerry Benjamin Yon
Jun 14, 2023
Jerry Benjamin Yon, 65, passed away on June 14, 2023 at Methodist Hospital. He was born in Ripley, TN. on January 24, 1958 to Benjamin Edward Yon and Mildred Geraldine Sanders Yon. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lacey Yon and son Benjamin Yon. He is survived by his wife, Amanda G. Yon; his son, Christian W. Yon;...
Joan Ennis Buckley
Jun 14, 2023
Joan Ennis Buckley, 73, of Brighton, passed away on Wednesday, June 14. Ms. Buckley was a CPA, having earned her Masters in Accounting from the University of Alabama. She is survived by two sons, Thomas (Amy) Buckley of Salt Lake City, UT and Brian (Hannah) Buckley; four brothers, Larry (Brenda) Monday of Ripley, Charles (Pat) Ennis of Atoka, Lacy (Maryann)...
Henry Leslie Billings
Jun 10, 2023
Henry Leslie Billings, age 76, of Covington passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023. He was born on May 22, 1947 in Tipton County and grew up in Atoka. A graduate of Munford High School, he was drafted into the U.S. Army on December 1, 1966, and shortly thereafter became known as “Hank.” After Basic Combat Training at Ft. Campbell,...
Jammie Smith
Jun 8, 2023
Jammie LeAnn Smith, 47, of Burlison, passed away at home on Thursday, June 8, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Ms. Jammie was the baby of her family, and made sure everyone knew it – some might even say she was a “little” spoiled. She was funny, and seemed to have a knack for making others laugh, even when they...
Judy Lemley
Jun 8, 2023
Judy Kay Lemley, 67, of Brighton passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was a machine operator with Mueller Brass. Ms. Judy was outspoken and very kind-hearted, and she loved her family and friends fiercely. She always made sure they were taken care of. Her children and grandchildren meant the world to her. Ms....
Marvene Kinney Twisdale
Jun 5, 2023
Marvene Kinney Twisdale, 80, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023. She was born to parents Marvin and Odell Kinney in Gulfport, MS on March 17, 1943. Marvene was an artist in many facets of her life. She spent countless hours in her studio, mastering her talent as a writer, painter and calligraphist. A devout Christian, she was a member...
Betty Miller
May 30, 2023
Betty Miller, a devoted family member and selfless individual, passed away on May 30, 2023. Her unwavering love for her family and deep faith in God shaped her life. Known for her generous nature, she always extended a helping hand to others, finding joy in making a positive impact. Betty found solace in the outdoors, particularly through gardening and landscaping,...
Peggy Pauline Bradley
May 29, 2023
Peggy Pauline Bradley, 75, of Munford, passed away on Monday, May 29 at her home. She was a loving wife, sister and friend. A faithful Christian, she was a member of God’s Amazing Grace Church. Peggy was a person who never met a stranger. She loved playing Aggravation and Phase 10. She loved her flowers and was a master cook....
Shirley Ann Colvin Thompson
May 25, 2023
Shirley Ann Colvin Thompson, age 79, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at home under hospice care, after a brief battle with lung cancer. Mrs. Shirley grew up in Curve, the only girl of eight children to parents Ben and Hazel Colvin. She attended Curve School, where one day in 3rd grade, she saw...
Larry Watson
May 25, 2023
Larry Watson, 83, of Covington, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at the Collierville Nursing Home and Rehab Center in Collierville. Mr. Watson was a retired bus driver with Durham Transport after 21 years of service. During his life, he also drove 18 wheelers and dump trucks. He is survived by one daughter, Shelia Brown of Atoka; one son,...
Jane Davis Moon
May 25, 2023
Jane Davis Moon, 79, of Covington, passed away on Thursday, May 25 at her home. Ms. Moon was a retired machine operator with Worldwide Art Studios. She is survived by one daughter, Janice Moon; one son, Gordon Wayne (Claudia Chapman) Moon, II; three grandchildren, Crystal (Roger) Ferrell, Brandon Moon and Daniel Moon and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in...
Gilbert Bosworth
May 23, 2023
In Loving Memory of Gilbert Melvin Bosworth, Sr. Gilbert Bosworth, Sr., a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, entered God's kingdom on May 23, 2023 at 90 years of age in Tennessee. He was born on April 8, 1933 to Sam Bosworth and Frankie Knapp. Gilbert was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Sandra, his parents, his sister Billie, and...
Sara Smith Wells
May 21, 2023
Sara Smith Wells, 65, of Brighton, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 21 at Methodist Hospital –North in Memphis. Sara was an animal lover and an avid outdoorswoman. She loved to cook, tend to her garden, enjoyed equestrian activities and water sports. Her love of nature extended in to a beekeeping hobby. She served her community through her service on...
Nina Burk Hernandez-Acevedo
May 20, 2023
Nina Burk Hernandez-Acevedo, age 36, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 20, 2023. She was a housewife and mother, lover of makeup, flea markets and bargain shopping, and enjoyed dancing and spending time with family. Nina was brave, funny, and not afraid to tell you just what she was thinking. She made an impact in many lives, and will be...
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