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Fayette County, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Somerville, TN. and surrounding areas
Caroline Jane Bird
August 31, 2026
Caroline J. Bird, a resident of Eads, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, at Story Point of Cordova. She was 90 years old.
Caroline was born on December 10, 1935, in Wisconsin, to Harvey Semrow and Verna Pohl Semrow. She devoted 25 years of her life to educating children, finishing her career in the Shelby County School System.
Caroline was...
Brandon Reese Branstetter
August 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Brandon Reese Branstetter
Brandon Reese Branstetter, lovingly known as “Brando,” was born December 30, 1999, in Memphis, Tennessee and left this life on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
At 26 years old, Brandon leaves behind a life filled with laughter, adventure, friendship, and an immeasurable love for his family. He is survived by his fiancée, Ella Stewart; his parents,...
William Earl Canterbury
August 30, 2026
William Earl “Bill” Canterbury, age 66, of Oakland, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Bill was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on September 29, 1959, to Crisler Canterbury and Diane Smith Canterbury. He was a longtime member of Hickory Withe Baptist Church and was known for his generous heart, love of family, and willingness to share...
George Ray Pierce
August 29, 2026
George Ray Pierce, Jr. (Ray), age 76, of Somerville, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, following a courageous battle with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis and Prostate Cancer that had metastasized to his lungs and bones.
He was born on February 15, 1950, to the late George Ray Pierce Sr. and Marie Glatt Pierce. He is survived by his beloved...
Everleigh Reese Branstetter
August 28, 2026
With great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Everleigh Reece Branstetter, age 1, resident of Lamar, MS and daughter of Brandon and Ella Branstetter. Everleigh gained her angel wings on August 28, 2026 in a tragic accident alongside her sister, Sunni Marie Branstetter and her father, Brandon, two days later.
Everleigh will affectionately be remembered as being “Daddy’s...
Sunni Marie Branstetter
August 28, 2026
With great sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sunni Marie Branstetter, age 4, resident of Lamar, MS and daughter of Brandon and Ella Branstetter. Sunni gained her angel wings on August 28, 2026 in a tragic accident alongside her sister, Everleigh Reese Branstetter and her father, Brandon, two days later.
Sunni will affectionately be remembered as being “Daddy’s...
William Blake Barnes
August 27, 2026
William Blake Barnes passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 44. Born on March 24, 1982, Blake will be remembered with deep love by those who knew him and by the family and the wide circle of friends who shared in his life.
Blake attended Presbyterian Day School (K-6) and graduated from Memphis University School in 2000, where...
Larry Wiles
August 26, 2026
Larry Wiles, 77, of Oakland, Tennessee went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. He was born August 8, 1949 in Chickasha, Oklahoma to Roy Wiles and Foye Lee (Foster) Wiles. He grew up in Kearney, Nebraska. He was preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother, Rex Wiles.
He is survived by one older brother,...
Bruce Wayne Senneke
August 22, 2026
Bruce Wayne Senneke passed away peacefully at his home on August 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He passed following complications from Lewy Body Dementia.
Bruce was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He shared 42 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Patricia M. (Holzer) Senneke. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially...
Suresh Parshotamdas Patel
August 20, 2026
Jai Shree Krishna
Jai Swaminarayan
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Suresh Parshotamdas Patel, who left us on August 20, 2026, at the age of 56.
Sureshbhai was born on June 1, 1970, in Akhaj, Gujarat, India. The youngest of six brothers, he grew up surrounded by his five older brothers, Nathalal P. Patel, ShankarBhai P....
Steven Rene McGee
August 18, 2026
Steven Rene McGee, age 57, resident of Piperton, TN, passed away on August 18, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Steven graduated from Fayette County High School and continued his education at Southwest Community College. Steven was a lineman at Memphis Light Gas and Water for many years until his retirement.
He enjoyed traveling, water activities, and off-road riding. Steve...
Jeffrey Allen German
August 16, 2026
Jeffrey Allen German, age 43, resident of Saulsbury, Tennessee, passed away at Bolivar General Hospital. He was born in Memphis, Tennessee, to Willie Louis German, Jr. and Lucinda Lee Burroughs German.
Jeff was a 2001 graduate of Fayette Academy. He continued his education at the University of Memphis, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communications in 2005. While attending the...
Carol Ann Garner
August 14, 2026
Carol Ann Hansen Garner, of Oakland, TN passed away peacefully at the age of 90, on the morning of Friday, August 14, 2026, following a brief illness. Carol was born in San Francisco, CA to the late Helen and Otto Hansen.
Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Garner. Carol married Jesse in 1954 in San Mateo, CA, while...
Donald Paul Bennett
August 12, 2026
Donald Paul Bennett, 86, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born on December 25, 1939, in Ripley, Tennessee, to William Robert Bennett and Ruby Lee Tubbs Bennett.
Donald and his beloved wife, Frances Bennett, shared 50 years together and celebrated their anniversary on August 10. Together, they built a life centered...
Martha Ann Hall
August 7, 2026
Martha Ann Hall, born Martha Ann James, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on October 17, 1932, in rural West Tennessee to L.C. and Ethel James. A few years later, the family welcomed a baby girl, Barbara Sullins. Martha and Barbara remained close throughout their lives, sharing a bond that...
Patricia Kay Rutland
August 6, 2026
Patricia Kay Davis Rutland, age 68, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away surrounded by her family on August 6, 2026.
She was born on January 7, 1958 in Hampton, Virginia to R.C and Jean Davis.
She graduated as Valedictorian from Leon Godchaux High School, and attended Louisiana College in Pineville LA. She married William “Mike” Rutland on August 6,1988 in Memphis, Tennessee where...
John Nicholas Rose
August 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of John Nicholas “Nick” Rose, who left this world on August 3, 2026, at the age of 41.
Nick was a talented artist with creativity that seemed to have no limits. Whether he was hand-painting a custom sign, or just doodling on paper, he could create anything from just an idea, he had a...
Ronald Wayne Jones
August 3, 2026
Ronald Wayne Jones, age 80, of Moscow, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 3, 2026.
A lifelong resident of Fayette County, Ronald devoted many years of his career as a quality controller in the HVAC manufacturing industry. He married the love of his life, Mary Ann Bryan, in 1965, and together they built a home centered on...
Diana Lynn Gwin
August 2, 2026
Diana Lynn Gwin, age 72, resident of Somerville, TN, departed this life on Sunday afternoon, August 2, 2026 at Baptist- East Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
Diana was born on November 20, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of A.W. Robinson and Mary Keith Robinson. She graduated from Frayser High School in 1971. She was later employed by Schering Plough for many...
Barbara Ann Johnson
August 1, 2026
Barbara Ann Funderburk Johnson, of Oakland, Tennessee, devoted wife of Ollie Eugene “Gene” Johnson for 62 years, was born in Tremont, Mississippi, on April 27, 1943, to the late Charles and Miga Mitchell Funderburk. Barbara’s life was centered around her family. Nothing brought her more joy than watching her kids and grandkids play sports—she was their biggest supporter. She cherished...
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