All Obituaries

Alecia Ann Stewart packed more feistiness and laughter into her 78 years than most!  As a child, you could find her outside, climbing trees with her brothers and sister.  She never lost her love of being outside.  We are deeply saddened that our beloved Alecia passed away May 14, 2026, from complications of Alzheimer's.  She was surrounded by love and family. Born in Dyersburg, TN, to parents Wilma Tirey , and N.C. Reagan. Alecia was a devoted mother, wife, sibling, and ...

Alan Richard Wedel, 75, of Dyersburg, Tennessee died on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the home of daughter in Newbern, Tennessee. Born on June 18, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late William Louis Wedel and the late Bernice Viola Becker Wedel. Mr. Wedel was a retired dock worker for Frozen Food Express in Palos Hills, Illinois. Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Johnson-Williams Funeral Home. He is ...

Helen Dianne McWilliams, 76, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Born on Wednesday, November 23, 1949, in Holcomb, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Billy Wayne Hamlett and the late Melsine Magouirk Quiroz. Helen was formerly employed by Lady Luck Casino, where she worked in ticketing and was known for her friendly spirit and warm smile. Helen found joy in reading and especially loved caring for her family. She was a bright ...

Daren Gene Hill, 62, of Newbern, Tennessee, died Monday, May 11, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born on September 27, 1963, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Raymond “Buddy” Hill and June Hickman Hill. Daren was a retired truck driver and the owner of Newbern Tire Center in Newbern, Tennessee, where he was known for his hard work, honesty, and willingness to help anyone in need. Daren spent many years working as ...

Deborah Jane Burkeen, 70, of Newbern, Tennessee, passed away at her residence on Monday, May 11, 2026. Born on Thursday, May 10, 1956, in Dyer County, Tennessee, Deborah was the daughter of Bonnie Dillard Johnson and the late Betty Hopper Johnson. Deborah was a devoted homemaker who found her greatest joy in caring for and spending time with her family. She had a deep love for animals, especially dogs, and shared a special bond with her beloved companion, Jaden. Known affectionately as ...

Joshua Samuel Cole, 40, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Methodist Hospital-Germantown in Germantown, Tennessee. Born Tuesday, January 21, 1986, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of Harold Samuel "Sammy" Cole and Penny Lynn Franks Hatley.  Josh loved his family deeply and treasured every moment spent with them. Whether gathered for special occasions or simple everyday moments, Josh’s greatest joy in life was being surrounded by those he ...

Barry Thompson, 66, of Newbern, Tennessee died on Monday, May 11, 2026, at his residence in Newbern, Tennessee. Born Thursday, April 7, 1960, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Bobby J. Thompson and the late Tommy and Betty Carolyn Reed Rice. Barry was a former pressman for World Color Press, where he worked faithfully for many years. He was known for his strong work ethic, dedication, and the friendships he made throughout his career. Outside of work, Barry had a deep ...

Edward Duane Tidwell, 94, of Trimble, Tennessee, died on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Harmony Hill Assisted Living in Huntingdon, Tennessee. Born Wednesday, September 9, 1931, in Cuba,  Tennessee, he was the son of the late Rudolph Graham Tidwell and the late Amanda Rankin Tidwell.   Mr. Tidwell spent many years working as a Surveyor for the City of Memphis, where he was respected for his dedication, strong work ethic, and the pride he took in his work. Through the years, he earned ...

Jeremy Duane Walker, 53, of Newbern, Tennessee, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Jeremy was born on January 10, 1973, in Dyersburg, Tennessee, to the Larry Walker and Cheryl Willis Walker. Jeremy was a former security guard with the Northwest Tennessee Correctional Complex, where he formed many friendships through the years. He was a devoted member of the Glendale Church of Christ. Jeremy had a deep love for ...

Kristin Dianne Ashe, 61, of Dyersburg, Tennessee, died on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at West Tennessee Healthcare-Dyersburg Hospital in Dyersburg, Tennessee. Born Sunday, May 10, 1964, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Duke and the late Julie Dycus Lawrence.   A devoted nurse with a compassionate heart, Kristin earned her Registered Nursing degree from Dyersburg State Community College in Dyersburg and dedicated herself to the profession she so dearly loved. Nursing was more than a ...