Obituaries

Dec 29, 2025

Dec 18, 2025

Mr. Clifford M. Shelby was born on September 11, 1941, in Memphis, Tennessee. He departed this life on December 18, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at Hurts Chapel C.M.E. Church. His remains will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at...

Dec 16, 2025

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Mrs. Angela Carmilla Henly, who was born on January 10, 1964, and entered eternal rest on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at Holy Ground Ministry of Reconciliation. Her remains will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. until...

Dec 12, 2025

Arrangements are incomplete.

Dec 10, 2025

Mr. Jerry Eugene Turley was born on August 4, 1952, in Jackson, Tennessee. He peacefully departed this life on December 10, 2025, leaving cherished memories with all who knew and loved him.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 19, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. His remains will lie in state at the church from...

Dec 5, 2025

Mr. Hequoia Lemont Brawner was born on September 2, 1979, in Jackson, Tennessee. He peacefully departed this life on December 5, 2025, at the age of 46.

Hequoia’s life was marked by love, strength, and resilience. He was cherished by family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His presence brought warmth and kindness to every room, and...

Dec 3, 2025

Mrs. Joann Starks was born on March 12, 1956, in Jackson, Tennessee, and peacefully departed this life on December 3, 2025. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth, strength, and kindness touched all who knew her. Her life was marked by quiet grace, unwavering love for her family, and a generous spirit that blessed everyone she...

Nov 20, 2025

Mr. Chester James Williams, born on March 1, 1946, in Madison County, Tennessee, departed this life on November 20, 2025. A beloved family member, friend, and pillar of his community, Mr. Williams lived a life marked by quiet strength, faith, and an unwavering dedication to those he loved.

A Funeral Service in his honor will be held on Wednesday, December 3,...

Nov 16, 2025

Mrs. Janet Smith Epps, born on November 27, 1931, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas, peacefully departed this life on November 16, 2025. A woman of grace, strength, and unwavering compassion, Mrs. Epps touched the lives of many through her kindness, faith, and steadfast devotion to her family and community.

A Funeral Service in her honor will be held on Saturday, November 29,...

Nov 11, 2025

Mr. Jeremy R. Steele was born on January 29, 1980, in Jackson, Tennessee. He departed this life on November 11, 2025.

Open Visitation will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and there will be a Family Hour from 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Bledsoe Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on...

Oct 27, 2025

Mrs. Ella Mae Parham was born on October 29, 1946 in Memphis, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 27, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. Her remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Open Visitation will be held...

Oct 26, 2025

Mr. Mikhail D. Franklin was born on June 2, 1999 in Jackson, Tennessee. He departed this life on October 26, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at New St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church. His remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Open Visitation...

Oct 24, 2025

Rev. Quincy Bernard Hawkins, Sr. was born on May 24, 1950 in Jackson, Tennessee. He departed this life on October 24, 2025.

He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife, Brenda Elaine Hawkins; four daughters, Deborah Pugh (Maurice), Tracey Wilson, Sonya Shutes, and Tamara Neely; nine grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren; 9 siblings, Wardell Hawkins, Victor Hawkins, Charles Hawkins, Alfred Hawkins,...

Oct 22, 2025

Mrs. Rebecca Ann Wilson was born on September 30, 1944 in Pinson, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 22, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November, 1, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. Her remains will lie in state at the church from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Open Visitation will be...

Oct 18, 2025

Mrs. Brenda Gander was born on January 22, 1961 in Jackson, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 18, 2025.

A Memorial Viewing will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Bledsoe Funeral Home.

Oct 10, 2025

Ms. Mary Lorene King was born on December 5, 1938 in Brownsville, Tennessee. She departed this life on October 10, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church . Her remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Open visitation will...

Sep 28, 2025

Mr. Dewey Lee DePriest was born on January 7, 1946 in Madison County, Tennessee. He departed this life on September 28, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 12:00  p.m. at New St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church. His remains will lie in state at the church from 11:00 a.m. until the time fo service. Open...

Sep 18, 2025

Mr. Leroy Alvonzo Coleman was born on December 8, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois. He departed this life on September 18, 2025

We honor Leroy Coleman for the life he lived, the strength he carried, and the love we will always hold in our hearts. His memory will forever live through his daughter, Brittney Lone-Coleman; his sister, Loreice Coleman; and a dear...

Sep 8, 2025

Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Hall was born on May 4, 1957 in Jackson, Tennessee. She departed this life on September 8, 2025.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at St. James Missionary Baptist Church. Her remains will lie in state at the church from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Open visitation will...

Sep 5, 2025

Mr. George Edward Whigham was born on November 17, 1953 in State Line, Mississippi. He departed this life on September 5, 2025. 

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. His remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Open Visitation will...