Obituaries
Fayette County, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Somerville, TN. and surrounding areas
Lanelle Rhea
Dec 17, 2025
Lanelle McClure Rhea, age 75, resident of Moscow, Tennessee, and wife of the late Danny Lee Rhea, departed this life on Wednesday morning, December 17, 2025. Lanelle was born on December 16, 1950 to the late John McClure and Laura Rigsby McClure. She was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church her entire life. She taught Sunday school and Awana...
Mitchell Wayne Spain
Dec 15, 2025
Mitchell Wayne Spain, age 79, a longtime resident of Somerville, Tennessee, passed away on December 15, 2025. He was born in Jackson, Tennessee, to the late Jessie Mitchell Spain and Josie Arlene Pendergrass Spain.
He graduated from Jackson High School in Jackson, Tennessee, in 1964. He continued his education at Freed-Hardeman University and Memphis State University, where he earned his bachelor’s...
Linda Best Stillman
Dec 13, 2025
Linda Best Stillman, age 81, resident of Eads, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025.
Linda was born in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Edwin R. Best and Isabel Meadows Best. She pursued some college education and went on to build a long and dedicated career, working for over 20 years as a service representative with BellSouth, where she was...
Richard "Rick" Ray Reed
Dec 10, 2025
Richard (Rick) Ray Reed, 78, an extraordinary person who loved the LORD, and lived life with intention, purpose, and passion, went to his heavenly reward on December 10, 2025. He was born in Knoxville, TN on October 3, 1947. Rick was a resident of Rossville, TN, formerly of Southaven, MS, Lawrenceville, Georgia, Bartlett, TN, and Kingsport, TN.
He is survived by...
Peggy Kelley Bohanon
Dec 10, 2025
Peggy Kelley Bohanon, age 88, of Somerville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born to Eugene Kelley and Cynthia Nell Thompson Kelley, Peggy grew up in Fayette County and graduated from Fayette County High School in 1955. She married the love of her life, Thomas Bohanon, Sr., on September 15,...
Alex Lee Wright
Dec 8, 2025
Alex Lee Wright, age 57, resident of Moscow and husband of Veronica Manley Wright, died on December 8, 2025 at the St. Francis Hospital in Memphis.
Mr. Wright was born on August 2, 1968 to Albert Lee and Bettie Sue. He married the love of his life, Veronica Manley Wright, on November 19, 1994. He was a talented painter, dedicated family...
Barbara Ann Smalley
Dec 5, 2025
Barbara Ann Smalley (Sisco) born on February 9th 1958 and passed on December 5th 2025.Barbara was born in Bolivar, her family moved to Jackson briefly in her elementary school days, and then settled in Middleton in the early 70s. She met her husband of 41 years, David Smalley in the early 80s and they married on February 11th 1984. They...
William Russell "Russ" Holcomb
Dec 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of William Russell “Russ” Holcomb, age 54, of Eads, Tennessee, who entered into eternal rest on December 3, 2025. Born in Silvis, Illinois, Russ lived a life defined by faith, service, and an abiding love for his family.
A lifelong learner, Russ graduated from Sterling Heights Christian School and continued his education at Maranatha...
Judith Ann Haynie
Dec 1, 2025
Judith F. Haynie of Eads, TN departed this world at the age of 84 on Monday afternoon December 2, 2025 to join her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ in His heavenly kingdom above. Her last days on earth were spent being cared for & comforted by her loving husband of 65 years, Richard C. Haynie, & her two devoted children,...
Tommy Ray Butler
Nov 28, 2025
Tommy Ray Butler, 66, passed away on November 28, 2025, in Bartlett, Tennessee. Born on March 29, 1959, in Somerville, Tennessee, he lived a life rooted in his Southern heritage and marked by deep convictions and enduring family ties.
Tommy was the son of W.T. and Dortha Butler. He grew up surrounded by a large and close-knit family, sharing his early...
Ronnie Wade Spicer
Nov 28, 2025
Ronnie Spicer, 64 of Williston, TN, died on November 28, 2025. Ronnie is survived by his mother, Rachel C. Spicer, aunt, Joyce Barron, uncles, Ray Motley, Dorris Spicer and several cousins. Ronnie was a kind and giving person who would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Spicer.
No...
James Edwin Graves
Nov 28, 2025
James Edwin Graves, age 88, passed away on November 28, 2025, peacefully reunited with the love of his life, Doris Feathers Graves, and with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was surrounded by all four of his children and his son-in-law. Though we knew his passing was near, we were blessed to share a long list of memories—through both...
Judy Lynne Smith
Nov 27, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judy Lynne Smith, cherished wife, devoted teacher, and beloved friend, who departed this life peacefully on November 27, 2025, at the age of 74.
Born on September 11, 1951, in Somerville, TN, Judy was a beacon of joy and warmth to all who knew her. A graduate of Fayette County...
Cynthia "Erin" Canady
Nov 25, 2025
Erin Canady, age 39, a resident of Oakland, TN, passed away on November 25, 2025. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee, and was a high school graduate.
Erin was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy in life was her son, Kayden Thearp, whom she loved deeply and unconditionally. She was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit,...
James David Duggin
Nov 23, 2025
James David Duggin, age 75, of Oakland, TN, passed away on November 23, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee.
Born July 20, 1950, in Jackson, TN, James was the son of the late James R. Duggin and Martha L. Sellars.
James graduated from Southside High School in Jackson, TN, in 1968. He later attended State Technical Institute in Jackson, TN, where he studied welding....
Bettie Jean Mynatt
Nov 22, 2025
Bettie Jean Mynatt, age 82, passed away on November 22, 2025 at the NHC Nursing Home in Somerville, Tennessee.
Bettie was born to Glensil and Virgie Mae Siler. Bettie was a housewife for her entire married life.
On July 31st, 1965, Bettie married Billie Ray Mynatt and remained married for over 60 years.
Bettie loved the Lord, Church, people, and children. Nothing made...
Mary Jo Earnest
Nov 20, 2025
Mary JoAnn "Jo" Earnest was born on August 19, 1935, in Williston, TN, to Charles Edward and Mary Louise Burch. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 20, 2025.
She was married to her beloved, James Robert Earnest, on July 7, 1960, at Colonial Baptist Church where they were longtime members. Jo was blessed by...
Ginny Ann Rutledge
Nov 19, 2025
Ginny Ann Rutledge
September 11, 1966—November 19, 2025
Ginny Ann Rutledge was born September 11, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Peggy Janette Lemmon Hampton and the late Billy Wayne Hampton.
After graduating high school, Ginny worked as a Waitress for most of her life. Ginny departed this life on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 59.
She is survived by...
William Howard “Buddy” Craig, Jr.
Nov 18, 2025
William H. Craig, age 93, of Memphis, TN passed away on November 18, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Buddy was born in Memphis, Tennessee, November 24, 1931 to William H. Craig Sr. and Gertrude Myra Craig. He graduated from Bartlett High School where he excelled in all sports, including football, baseball, basketball, track and pole-vaulting. His...
Paul Clark Dixon
Nov 16, 2025
Paul Clark Dixon, age 87, resident of Eads, TN, passed away at his home on November 16, 2025.
Paul was born in Blytheville, AR, to Walter Vaden Dixon and Millie Lemmons Dixon. He built a distinguished career as the first Vice President at Commerce General in computer technology, retiring in 2001.
On July 22, 1960, Paul married the love of his life,...
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