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Local Obituaries for Families in Martin, TN

Theresa Tien-Cheng Chueh Yang

Theresa Tien-Cheng Chueh Yang

Jan 30, 2025

Theresa Tien-Cheng Chueh Yang, age 87 (and according to the Chinese calendar, 88 - the most auspicious age) of Hunan and Taipei, passed peacefully in Kennesaw, GA, on Thursday, Jan 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on October 16, 1937, in Nan Yue, Hunan, China, she was the daughter of highly respected Republic of China General Chueh Han-Chien...

Emzy Jean Lofton

Emzy Jean Lofton

Jan 29, 2025

Emzy Jean Lofton, born October 18, 1939, in Madison County, TN was sent to her eternal home on January 29, 2025, in Dresden, Tennessee from natural causes. 

Emzy Jean, simply Jean, or Nan, as she was affectionately known, was a woman of strong faith and an unwavering love for family.  Her journey on this earth was marked by love, compassion,...

Michael Anthony Galanos

Michael Anthony Galanos

Jan 25, 2025

Mr. Michael Anthony Galanos, born December 31, 1960

in Chicago, IL. passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025

at Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin, TN.

 

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Galanos, one son, Jeremy Galanos of Chicago, IL,

one daughter, Erica Galanos of Chicago, IL, three stepchildren,

Kevin Wallace of Evansville, IN, Joseph Jackson of Martin, TN...

Donna Chute Good

Donna Chute Good

Jan 17, 2025

Ms. Donna Chute Good, age 72, of Martin, Tn passed away on January 17, 2025, at her residence, in Martin, TN.

She was born on January 17, 1953, in Somerville, MA to the late Norman and Margaret "Peggy" Sheehan Chute.

Ms. Donna was of The Methodist Faith.She had retired as a computer programmer of 15 years at Safety Insurance.She was...

Mary Elizabeth Suiter

Mary Elizabeth Suiter

Jan 6, 2025

Mary Elizabeth Suiter, age 87, passed away at NHC Milan on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Mary Elizabeth was born to the late Roe Jarrard and Bertha May Boulton, of Cades, TN.along with her parents In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Hollis Wayne Suiter, and a son, Stanley Frank Suiter.a brother, Robert Frank Boulton,...

Tommy Jones

Tommy Jones

Dec 31, 2024

William Thomas "Tommy" Jones, age 84, of Sharon, Tennessee died Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Weakley County Nursing and Rehab Center in Dresden, Tennessee.

Funeral service will be Monday, January 6, 2025, 12:00 Noon at Murphy Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery between Dresden and Greenfield.   Visitation will be Monday beginning at 10:00 A.M. until service time at...

Christine Marie Thorpe

Christine Marie Thorpe

Dec 30, 2024

 

Mrs. Christine Marie Thorpe, age 61, of Martin, TN, died Monday, 12/30/2024, at her home.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.  Murphy Funeral home is in charge of cremation arrangements.

Mrs. Thorpe was of the Catholic faith; she was retired C.N.A. at Haw's Nursing Home.

Mrs. Thorpe is survived by her children, Ashley Marie Avent, Martin,...

Linda Hall

Linda Hall

Dec 24, 2024

Mrs. Linda Dean Raines Hall, age 85, of Martin passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at The Arbors in Union City, Tennessee.

Graveside service will be Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 A.M. in East Side Cemetery with Rev. Randy Cooper officiating. 

Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by husband, George Trent "GT" Hall and her parents, Asa Dean Raines and...

Samuel Stockton

Samuel Stockton

Dec 22, 2024

Mr. Samuel Wayne Stockton, age 80, of Martin passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at West Tennessee Volunteer Hospital.

Memorial Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. at New Home Baptist Church in Martin.  

Mr. Stockton is survived by his wife, Linda Linhart Stockton of Martin; two sons, Jeff...

Gwen Hodges

Gwen Hodges

Dec 22, 2024

Gwendolyn "Gwen" Hodges, age 82, of Martin passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at West Tennessee Volunteer Hospital.

Funeral service will be Friday, December 27, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Thurman Neal Penick and Rev. Michael Norton officiating.  Burial will follow in Cate Cemetery.  Visitation will be Friday at the church beginning at 11:00 A.M....

Cameron Wayne Chandler

Cameron Wayne Chandler

Dec 18, 2024

 

Mr. Cameron Wayne Chandler, age 56, of Martin, TN, died Wednesday, 12/18/2024, at the West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital.

Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.

Mr. Chandler was of the Baptist faith; he was a retired construction worker.

Mr. Chandler is survived by his father, Dorsey D. Chandler, Jr; and survived by his mother, Suzanne Young...

Josh Mullins

Josh Mullins

Dec 2, 2024

Joshua "Josh" Shawn Mullins, age 41, of Martin died Monday, December 2, 2024.

A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at Ralston Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Springer and Rev. Joseph Hicks officiating.  Visitation will be Saturday at the church beginning at 12:00 Noon until service time at 2:00.

He is...

Jacqueline Schommer

Jacqueline Schommer

Dec 1, 2024

Mrs. Jacqueline Ann Schommer, age 91, of Martin died Sunday, December 1, 2024, at her home.

Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.

Mrs. Schommer was preceded in death by her husband, John Joseph Schommer; her parents, David Cantelli and Yvonne Sellen Cantelli.

She is survived by two sons, John (Anne) Schommer of Martin and David (Elizabeth) Schommer...

Susan Diane Diehl

Susan Diane Diehl

Nov 28, 2024

 

Mrs. Susan Diane Diehl, age 67, of Rives, TN, died Thursday, 11/28/2024, at her home.

Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.  

Mrs. Diehl was the widow of Bob Diehl; she is survived by her daughter, Brittany Canada, Kenton, TN, and her son, Joseph (Tiffany) Rother, Martin, TN, and six grandchildren.  Also surviving are her sisters, Rebecca...

Sue Carolyn Miller Hatler

Sue Carolyn Miller Hatler

Nov 25, 2024

Mrs. Sue Carolyn Miller Hatler, age 94, of Martin, TN, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, 11/30/2024, at Murphy Funeral Home, with Bro. John Forgy, Bro. Cory Sawyers, and Bro.Sidney White officiating, with burial to follow at Hatler's Chapel Cemetery.  Visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 AM until service time.

Mrs....

Scotty Davis Bell

Scotty Davis Bell

Nov 8, 2024

Mr. Scotty Davis Bell, age 74, of Martin, TN, died Friday, 11/08/2024, at his home.

Mr. Bell was a graduate of Martin High School; he was an accomplished musician and singer; he was retired from Tate Family Foods in Greenfield, TN as a butcher.

Mr. Bell was preceded in death by a brother, Danny Joe Bell, and his parents, Joseph...

Edward Reyes

Edward Reyes

Nov 6, 2024

Mr. Edward Andrew Reyes, age 63, of Martin passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee.

Services for Mr. Reyes are private.

Mr. Reyes is survived by his wife, Jean Yvonne Stinson Reyes; two sons, Phillip Andrew Reyes and Gilbert Antonio Reyes all of Martin.  He is survived by several brothers and sisters.

...

Ruby Brundige

Ruby Brundige

Nov 1, 2024

Ruby Swafford Brundige, age 96, of Martin passed away on November 1st at Greenbrier Meadows in Martin, TN.

Funeral services will be Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 at Murphy Funeral Home in Martin.  Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM until service time. Burial will follow at East Side Cemetery in Martin.

Pallbearers are Randy Brundige, James Tuck, Mark O’Leary,...

Lois Barner

Lois Barner

Nov 1, 2024

Mrs. Lois Ray Barner, age 92, of Martin passed away Friday, November 1, 2024, at Van Ayer Nursing and Rehab Center.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 PM (Noon) Tuesday, 11/05/2024, at Murphy Funeral Home, with Rev. Cody Barner and Rev. Gordon Wilbanks officiating, with burial to follow at East Side Cemetery.

Visitation for Mrs. Barner will be after 10:00...

Jill Gross

Jill Gross

Oct 31, 2024

Mrs. Jill Denise Gross, age 58, of Martin died Thursday, October 31, 2024, at her home.

Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of her cremation arrangements.

Mrs. Gross is survived by her husband, Dewayne "Wayne" Gross of Martin; three sons, Clint Chase (Cara) Gross of Nashville, Wyatt Gross of Martin and David Esslinglar of Illinois; two daughters, Bree Esslinglar of...

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