Local obituaries for Jackson & Madison County, TN
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,...
Charles Talmage
Mar 7, 2025
Charles Talmage, a beloved figure in the culinary community passed away on March 7, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Born on October 6, 1961, in Washington, DC, Charles made significant contributions to the food service industry throughout his lifetime.
Charles dedicated his career to the food service profession, working with various food service companies. He was known for...
Daniel Clark Nance
Mar 6, 2025
Daniel Clark Nance, a cherished member of the community, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 66, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on September 9, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, Daniel’s journey through life was marked by his deep appreciation for art, music, and literature.
Daniel graduated from college with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Sewanee: The...
David Randall King
Mar 6, 2025
David Randall King passed away peacefully in his home in Jackson, Tennessee on March 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on May 9, 1941, in Wilmington, Delaware, David lived a life full of varied experiences and deep devotion to those he held dear.
David's career was marked by versatility and passion. He primarily dedicated his working years to truck driving,...
Olivia DeLoach
Mar 6, 2025
Olivia Deloach, a devoted servant of God, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2025, at the age of eighty.
Born on January 25, 1945, Olivia lived a life filled with faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She married the love of her life, Mickey Deloach, on...
Troy Payton Hernandez
Mar 5, 2025
Troy Payton Hernandez, a bright light extinguished far too soon, was born on June 8, 2009, in Jackson, TN. He left us on March 5, 2025, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him. Troy was a sophomore at South Side High School, full of youthful dreams and aspirations that cut short all too early. His...
William Todd Childress
Mar 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Todd Childress, fondly known as Todd, who left this world on March 5, 2025, in Jackson, Tennessee. Born on December 21, 1963, Todd’s journey through life was marked by a spirit that radiated love, joy, and an unwavering affection for those around him.
Todd was a beacon of warmth,...
Billy H. Dunagan
Mar 3, 2025
Billy H. Dunagan, born on August 12, 1945, in Dyer, Tennessee, passed peacefully on March 3, 2025, in Humboldt, Tennessee, at the West TN State Veterans Home. A gentle soul, Billy brought warmth and laughter to all who knew him.
He proudly served his country in the Navy, a testament to his dedication and spirit. After his military service, Billy found...
Jerry M. Milam
Mar 2, 2025
Jerry M. Milam, age 89, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at Jackson Madison County General Hospital on Sunday, March 2, 2025, with family by his side.
Jerry Milam was born on May 14, 1935, in Detroit, Michigan, to Louis W. Milam, Sr. and Julia Pearl Burton Milam. In 1947, his parents, desiring a warmer climate, settled and made their permanent...
Roger A. Smith
Mar 1, 2025
Roger Smith, our beloved husband, father, and Babbo, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
He was born June 14, 1960, to Leslie and Edna Smith in Bandung, Indonesia. He spent the first 18 years of his life in Indonesia and was forever marked by the impact of his experiences and the relationships he formed during...
Jerry P. Bright
Feb 27, 2025
Jerry Paul Bright of Murfreesboro TN, age 81, died Thursday, February 27th, 2025, at Victory Harmony Senior Services in Murfreesboro, TN.
He was a former resident of Jackson, TN. He was born in Henderson, TN on August 7th, 1943, the son of the late James Vernon Bright and Beulah Threadgill Bright. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann...
Carolyn Kay Fletcher Larson
Feb 27, 2025
Carolyn Kay (Fletcher) Larson went to her heavenly home on February 27, 2025 at the age of 71. She was born on December 20, 1953 to G.W. & Lettie Mae Fletcher in Memphis, TN. Carolyn had 2 brothers and 4 sisters, all of whom she loved dearly. Carolyn is survived by her husband of 45 years, Rusty, her two daughters, Anna Jordan...
Robert Michael "Mickey" King
Feb 25, 2025
Robert Michael King
June 13, 1955 – February 25, 2025
Mickey, as he was known, passed away peacefully at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital after an unexpected illness, surrounded by his loving family.
Mickey brought a steadiness and joy to those lucky enough to be around him throughout his life. As a child, he was passionately committed to a number of interests in his...
Peggy Bryan McCoy
Feb 22, 2025
Peggy Jean McCoy, 75, passed away peacefully among family after a prolonged illness on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Her husband, Johnny M. McCoy, shares with family and friends our prayer for peace.
Born August 24, 1949, in Columbia, TN, to James Porter Young, a circuit preacher and tinkerer, and Irene Walton Boyd, a homemaker, Peggy grew up the middle child in...
Norma Lee Skiles
Feb 22, 2025
Norma Lee Skiles, 102, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at The Waters of Winchester, surrounded by love and care, with her daughter by her side.
She was born on Thursday, November 2, 1922, in Lauderdale County, TN, the daughter of the late James N and Lee Wade Moore.
Norma lived a life rich in faith, family, and service as...
Donald Wayne Willey
Feb 21, 2025
Donald Wayne Willey, a stalwart of the US Navy and a devoted family man, departed this world on February 21, 2025, in the heart of Jackson, Tennessee. Born on July 14, 1935, in the serene town of Hinton, West Virginia, Donald's life was marked by a profound sense of service, unwavering love, and an adventurous spirit that never wavered.
For several...
Jeff Bryant
Feb 21, 2025
Jeff Bryant, a beloved member of the Jackson community, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the age of 65, after a brave fight with cancer.
Born on March 31, 1959, in Jackson, TN, to the late Robert and Cornelia Ann Deere Bryant, Jeff’s infectious personality and vibrant spirit touched everyone he met. A proud graduate of Northside High...
Frances T. Edmonson
Feb 19, 2025
Frances T. Edmonson, age 92, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.
She was born on July 16, 1932, in Selma, Alabama, the daughter of the late Roy L. and Frances Digmon Tucker.
Frances dedicated her life to her family, her work, and her community. Frances was employed with Jackson State Community College for an impressive forty-two...
Jerry A. Sherfey
Feb 13, 2025
Jerry A. Sherfey, 79, of Jackson, TN passed away February 13, 2025, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. Jerry was cremated according to his wishes.
There will be a memorial service at a later date in Roberts, IL at Lyman Cemetery.
Jerry was born on December 16, 1945, in Paxton, IL the son of the late William Virgil and Delsie (Billingsley) Sherfey. On...
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