Obituaries
Obituaries
Josie Marie Watson
Aug 28, 2026
Josie Marie Watson, age 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, 2026, at her home in Brownsville, TN. Graveside Services will be held on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM, at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens with Bro. Grover Westover officiating.
Marie was a wonderful gardener, known to make anything grow. With her green thumb, she grew beautiful flowers and...
Barbara Walker Cain
Aug 27, 2026
Barbara Walker Cain, 92, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026. She was born on October 3, 1933, in Paducah, Kentucky to John Richard Walker and Elizabeth Walker. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 3:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Grover Westover officiating. Burial will follow at...
Stephen Donahue
Aug 26, 2026
Stephen Deshunta Donahue, age 50, departed this life on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, following a brief illness. The family has honored his wishes for cremation and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the Lot & Loft, 6009 US-70, Brownsville, TN 38012, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Stephen was born on May 8, 1976...
Louise Turner Sharp
Aug 26, 2026
Funeral Services for Mrs. Sharp will be conducted on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of the Walnut Hill Baptist Church, with Bro. David Peace officiating. Burial to follow at the Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Walnut Hill Baptist Church from 10:00 A.M. until...
Marisa Bianchet Lincer
Aug 23, 2026
Marisa Bianchet Lincer, age 89, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the Bells Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bells, TN. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at the Ridgecrest Cemetery in Jackson, TN with Deacon Bill Winston officiating. Burial will follow.
Marisa was born on September 1, 1936, to Guido and Lisa...
Melba Elizabeth Acuff Cox
Aug 21, 2026
Melba Elizabeth Acuff Cox went to be with the Lord on August 21, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving behind a life defined by faith, family, education, and devoted service to others. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 25, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM at the Brownsville Baptist Church with graveside following at 12:00 PM at the Oakwood Cemetery in...
Patricia Smith Baggett
Aug 15, 2026
Patricia Smith Baggett, age 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Sugar Creek Senior Living Community in Brownsville, TN. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at the Trinity Cemetery in the Nutbush Community with Bro. Lonnie Robinson officiating. Burial will follow.
Patricia was born on March 8, 1936, to James...
Joyce Medlin Walker
Aug 14, 2026
Joyce Medlin Walker, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home in Memphis, TN, on Friday, August 14, 2026. A private family burial has held on Monday, August 17, 2026 in the Forest Cemetery in Brownsville, TN.
Joyce was born on April 3, 1957 in Haywood County to Clyde Medlin, Jr. and Eara May Stanley Medlin. During her professional life, Joyce...
David Gomez Sanchez
Aug 11, 2026
Join us for a Celebration of Life
Honoring
David Gomez Sanchez
Saturday, September 12, 2026
11:00 AM
Iglesia Bautista Cristo Rey
1458 E. Main
Brownsville, TN
Reception to follow after Service
Carolyn Russell White
Aug 8, 2026
Carolyn Russell White, age 83, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at her home in Jackson, TN. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Shay Lovelace officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM prior...
Christopher Lynn Burk
Aug 8, 2026
Christopher Lynn Burk, age 56, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Covington Post Acute in Covington, TN. There will be a Memorial Gathering on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home.
Christopher Lynn was born on October 21, 1969 to Chris Burk and the late Patsy Louise Waldron...
Cherie Baggett
Aug 7, 2026
Cherie Baggett, age 54, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital in Jackson, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Greg McFadden officiating. Burial will follow at the Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Brownsville, TN. Visitation will...
Walter Phillip Rushing
Aug 6, 2026
Walter Phillip Rushing, age 86, passed away at the home of his daughter on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Walter will be inurned at the Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at Parkers Crossroads, 693 Wildersville Rd., Wildersville, TN 38388 on Friday, September 4, 2026, at 1:30 PM.
Walter was born on December 24, 1939, to Walter Herron Rushing and Christine Ramey Rushing. He...
Judy Ann Thomas Cook
Aug 2, 2026
Judy Ann Thomas Cook, born on April 30, 1956, departed this life on August 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories. Judy’s life was a testament to faith, family, and kindness, and her gentle spirit touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August...
Jerry A. White
Aug 1, 2026
Jerry A. White, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the TN State Veterans Home in Humboldt, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at the Lea & Simmons Funeral Home with Bro. Shay Lovelace officiating. Burial will follow at the Brownsville Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on...
Lawrence Watson
Jul 31, 2026
Lawrence Watson, age 82, passed away surrounded by family, on Friday, July 31, 2026, at his home in Whiteville, TN. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at the Harmony Baptist Church, with Bro. Jon Bell and Bro. Grover Westover officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday,...
Larry L. Baggett
Jul 29, 2026
Larry L. Baggett, age 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the Sugar Creek Senior Living Community, in Brownsville, TN. His Graveside Funeral service will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM, at the Trinity Cemetery in the Nutbush Community, with Bro. Lonnie Robinson officiating. Burial will follow.
Larry was born on December 25, 1932,...
Mary Porter Mitchell
Jul 28, 2026
Mary Porter Mitchell, born on October 25, 1939, left this world on July 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Throughout her eighty-six years, Mary’s warmth, steadfast devotion, and abundant talents touched everyone who knew her, leaving a lasting legacy of care, kindness, and faith. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM...
Patsy Roy Mathis
Jul 26, 2026
Patsy Roy Mathis, of Brownsville, Tennessee, passed away on July 26, 2026, surrounded by love and the gentle care that had sustained her through many of life’s most difficult challenges. Born on June 3, 1945, in Brownsville, Patsy was the beloved daughter of Mary Jack and Shane Roy. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 1:00...
Betty Jo Climer
Jul 22, 2026
On July 22, 2026, with loved ones close at heart, Betty Jo Climer’s journey came to a peaceful close in Bradford, Tennessee. Born on June 26, 1974, in Lexington, Tennessee, Betty Jo graced the world with 52 years of unwavering spirit, kindness, and laughter. To all who knew her, she was not just Betty Jo Climer—she was a beacon of...
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