OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Humphreys County Funeral Home

Barbara Ann Mayberry

Barbara Ann Mayberry

Jan 27, 2025

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Mrs. Barbara Ann Mayberry, age 83 of Waverly, TN passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at Humphreys County Nursing Home. She was born on January 10, 1942, in Waverly, TN to Willard Mulliniks and Lois Mulliniks

Barbara was a devoted grandmother whose heart overflowed with affection for her grandbabies. They were...

Wanda Jean Mourningfawn

Wanda Jean Mourningfawn

Jan 26, 2025

Ms. Wanda Jean Galbreath Mourningfawn, age 67

 

Of McEwen, TN, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, at her home. She was born September 3, 1957, in Wyandotte, Michigan to Norman and Minnie Galbreath.

 

Wanda dedicated a significant portion of her career to public service, initially working as an administrative assistant for the State of Tennessee. Her journey continued at the Tennessee Department...

Wanda Clevenger Vincent

Wanda Clevenger Vincent

Jan 23, 2025

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Mrs. Wanda Clevenger Vincent, age 86, of McEwen, TN, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Ascension Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN. She was born in Nashville, Tennessee, to Hubert H. Clevenger and Hattie Pearl Pinkston Clevenger. Wanda Vincent was a member...

Carl Edward Clements

Carl Edward Clements

Jan 19, 2025

Mr. Carl Edward Clements, age 88 of Lyles, TN passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson. He was born October 18, 1936, in McEwen, TN to James Marion Clements Sr. and Annie Clements. 

 

Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until service time Thursday, January 23, 2025, at Humphrey County Funeral Home.

 

Funeral Service: for Mr. Clements...

Jess Willard Hays

Jess Willard Hays

Jan 18, 2025

Mr. Jess Willard Hays, age 87

Of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Three Rivers Hospital. He was born June 23, 1937, in Parsons, TN to Edgar and Opal Hays. 

A respected ironworker, Jess devoted 42 years of his life to Local #492, where his skill and commitment made a lasting impact on the profession and those with whom...

Monroe Dotson Corlew, Jr.

Monroe Dotson Corlew, Jr.

Jan 18, 2025

Mr. Monroe Dotson Corlew, Jr., age 86

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at his home. He was born September 11, 1938, in New Johnsonville, TN to Monroe and Martha Corlew. 

Dotson dedicated 43 years of his life to Hood Container before retiring. His hard work and commitment left a lasting impact on those around him. Beyond his...

Frank Arvil Mathews, Sr.

Frank Arvil Mathews, Sr.

Jan 17, 2025

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Mr. Frank “Buddy” Mathews, Sr., age 77 of Waverly, TN passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at St. Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, TN. He was born June 18, 1947, in Warren, Michigan. 

Buddy served honorably in the United States Army where his...

Audrey Joyce Aller Pickard

Audrey Joyce Aller Pickard

Jan 15, 2025

Mrs. Audrey Joyce Aller Pickard was born into a family of seven siblings, bringing up the rear in 1943 as the baby of the family. Her mother was Maude Elizabeth Aller (nee Lowry) and her father was Merdith Aller, Sr. As the youngest of seven – Marjorie Adams (Bob), Charlotte Huffman (Merv), Merdith Aller, Jr. (Maralyn), Robert Aller, Marilyn Hogue...

Dean Swearns Beecham

Dean Swearns Beecham

Jan 13, 2025

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Mrs. Dean Swearns Beecham, age 85

Of Waverly, TN passed away Monday, January 13, 2025, at her home. She was born March 26, 1939, in Waverly, TN, and was the 11th child in a family of twelve, a testament to a life filled with the vibrant dynamics of a large...

Walter Clyde Hestand

Walter Clyde Hestand

Jan 10, 2025



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Mr. Walter Clyde Hestand, age 64

Of Waverly, TN, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, at Three Rivers Hospital in Waverly, TN. He was born February 12, 1960, in Nashville, TN. Walter was a member of the Waverly Church of Christ. He loved fishing, football and spending time with his...

Elaine Ross

Elaine Ross

Jan 7, 2025

Mrs. Elaine Ross, age 78 of McEwen, TN passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at home. She was born September 16, 1946, in Erin, TN to Grady Thomas Hamilton, Sr. and Mary Louise Hamilton.

Elaine had a natural talent for quilting and sewing, transforming simple fabrics into cherished memories that her loved ones held dear. Her handcrafted quilts were not just...

Freddie Wayne Wood

Freddie Wayne Wood

Jan 1, 2025

Freddie Wayne Wood, age 91, of Waverly, TN, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at St. Thomas West in Nashville, TN. He was born July 3, 1933, to Lester and Willodean Grissom Wood. Mr. Freddie was a member of the Waverly First Baptist Church and the Waverly County Club. He retired from TVA after being with them for 38 years....

Marion May Cook

Marion May Cook

Dec 26, 2024

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Marion May Cook, age 95, of New Johnsonville, TN, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024, peacefully at her home. Marion was born on January 31, 1929, to her parents Merril and Goldie Bellinger in Hobart, IN. Marion was a member of the New Johnsonville Methodist church and was a former...

Raymond Odell Boone

Raymond Odell Boone

Dec 25, 2024

Raymond Odell Boone, age 72, of McEwen, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Raymond was born on August 30, 1952, to his parents Raymond Clyde Boone and Mavis Maxine Reed Boone in Houston County, TN. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, watching westerns, and Ginsenging.

 

 

Raymond’s wishes were to be cremated.

 

 

Survivors:

 

Loving Wife of 15...

Thelma Diana Mullinicks

Thelma Diana Mullinicks

Dec 17, 2024

Thelma Diana Mullinicks (10/10/1948 – 12/17/2024)

MULLINICKS, Thelma Diana, age 76, of McEwen, passed from this Earth on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. She was a lifelong resident of Humphreys County, TN. Diana was born October 10, 1948, in Fulton, Kentucky to parents Laura Jean Stewart and James W. Banes, who preceded her in death. She was raised by her mother and...

Danny Lee Elliott

Danny Lee Elliott

Dec 14, 2024

Mr. Danny Lee Elliott, age 66 Of McEwen, TN passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Horizon Medical Center in Dickson, TN. He was born April 15, 1958, in Pineville, KY to Kenneth and Delora Elliott.

 

The family’s wishes are for cremation.

 Survivors:

 

Sons:

 Danny Elliott, II of McEwen, TN

 Dakota Lyon Elliott of Oregon

 Kevin J. Folk of Oregon

 

Daughter:

 Delora Marie Folk of Oregon

 

Mother of His...

Shelia Gail Autenried

Shelia Gail Autenried

Dec 13, 2024

Shelia Gail Autenried, age 72, of McEwen, TN, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side. She was born September 13, 1952, in Waverly, TN, to Arnold and Norma Clements Bullington. Shelia was a beautiful soul that brought joy to everyone that she crossed paths with. The most important part of her life was her children...

Joel "Joey" Dewayne Rumsey

Joel "Joey" Dewayne Rumsey

Dec 11, 2024

Joel “Joey” Dewayne Rumsey, age 59, of Waverly, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Joey was born May 23, 1965, in Dickson, Tennessee, to Raymond Joe Rumsey and Mary Ann Buchanan Collins. He was married to the love of his life, Janet Dawn Sanker Rumsey, for 40 years. He was the...

Sheryl Lee Houlden

Sheryl Lee Houlden

Dec 11, 2024

Mrs. Sheryl Lee Houlden, age 76

 

Of Waverly, TN passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at her home. She was born May 7, 1948, in North Star, Michigan. 

 

Sheryl was a vibrant individual whose interests brought joy to many. She had a love for playing cards, often gathering her friends and family for spirited games that highlighted her competitive spirit. A nurturing...

Kenneth Dale Ballard

Kenneth Dale Ballard

Dec 8, 2024

Click here to view the Funeral Service Webcast for Mr. Kenneth Ballard; services will begin at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, December 15, 2024.



Mr. Kenneth Dale Ballard, age 81 Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN. He was born on August 27, 1943, in Mangum, OK to Joe and Annie Ballard. 

 

Kenneth's journey...

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