Sara Wall
Sara Helen Wall was born Sara Helen Hazlewood on Aug. 1, 1926, to Homer and Esther Hazlewood in Mt. Pelia. She was one of eight children and the oldest girl. Despite the demands of farm life, Sara devoted herself to her schooling and was the first in her family to graduate high school. Learning new…
Read MoreMAGICAL DEFENSE
MAGICAL DEFENSE — Young wizards and warlocks went back to school Tuesday afternoon by attending a Wizards and Warlocks Workshop as part of the Obion County Public Library Summer Reading Program. After making potion jewelry and their own magic wands, OCPL children’s and youth coordinator Ashley Bishop (fourth from left) taught the young sorcerers (from…
Read MoreWAND WAVING 101
WAND WAVING 101 — The Obion County Public Library Summer Reading Program is in full swing, even though the COVID-19 pandemic has forced library staff to alter the program this year. Library patrons (from left) Jasper Purdy, 9, her sister, Willow Purdy, 5, and Sage Latham, 9, all of Troy, listened closely as Obion County…
Read MoreConnie Klutts
November 06, 1952 – May 31, 2020 Connie Joanne Klutts of Sharon, TN passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. She was 67 years of age and eternally cherished as a beloved Wife, precious Mom, and a devoted Grandma. Connie was born on November 6, 1952 in Finley, TN to…
Read MoreMartha Mitchell
October 27, 1936 – June 11, 2020 Memorial Service for Martha Mitchell age 83 of Greenfield, TN, will be held Sunday June 14th at 4 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Greenfield. Visitation will begin Sunday at 2 p.m. at go until time of service. Mrs. Martha was survived by sons Frank Eison, and Darrell…
Read MoreLouise Rowlett Stover
July 08, 1930 – June 11, 2020 Mrs. Louise Rowlett Stover, age 89, died June 11, 2020 in Martin. She was born in Weakley County and lived most of her life there. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Martin. Mrs. Stover is survived by her son, George Byron Stover of Baltimore, Maryland;…
Read MoreCPC’s budget hit hard after gala canceled
By Sabrina Bates News Producer A non-profit organization designed to help those victims of some of the most traumatic incidents in two counties in Northwest Tennessee is looking for community support. When the coronavirus health pandemic shut down businesses, schools and community gatherings across the nation, local organizations have experienced an impact to their operating…
Read MoreCarl Wayne Haynes
Carl Wayne Haynes, 65, of Rives passed away 6 a.m. Monday, June 8, 2020, at his residence. There will be no services held. Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements. He was born Aug. 20, 1954, in Steele, Mo., son of the late William Henry Haynes and Ethma (Jones) Haynes Willcutt. He married…
Read MoreElbert Bobo
Elbert “Tuffy” Bobo, 71, of Union City died June 10, 2020, at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home Published 6.11.20
Read MoreGilbert Mathis
Gilbert Mathis, 75, of Rives passed away 2:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 10, 2020, at his home. Graveside services will be conducted 3 p.m. Friday in Alamo Cemetery. Brother Ron Gray will officiate. There will be no visitation and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery for the service. Edmaiston-Mosley Funeral Home is in charge…
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