FUNERAL PROGRAMS, BLACK DECATUR COUNTIANS
From the collection of Novella Tole
The information presented below comes from funeral programs. Information about place and date of funeral, place of interment, and funeral home in charge is included. Most of the funeral programs include an obituary which is reproduced. Order of service information, bible verses, poems, and acknowledgments have been omitted. Information about pallbearers, ushers, and flower bearers generally is included if the funeral was held in Decatur or Henderson counties, but is excluded for funerals held elsewhere. I want to thank Novella Tole of Milwaukee for sharing her collection of funeral programs.
David Donahue, February 1999
Lula Andres
Memorial Service For
MRS. LULA ANDRES
1912-1982
Sunday, March 21, 1982
11:00 A.M.
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Rev. C. F. McCright, Officiant
PALLBEARERS: Ernest Brewer, Jr., Thomas E. McElrath, Sam Walker, J. B. McElrath, Cecil Phelps, Stone Walker, John White, Jr.
PARHAM FUNERAL SERVICE
85 Bornhill St., Lexington, Tnnssee 38351
INTERMENT: Decaturville Cemetery
Obituary
Mrs. Lula White Andres, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Oliver White was born in Decatur County, Tennessee. She departed this life March 11, 1932 at Decatur County General Hospital, Parsons, Tennessee, following a long illness which she bore with patience. She received every medical aid and the constant care of a loving daughter and grandchildren; but God knew best and gently called her home.
Early in life, she professed a hope in Christ and united with Freedman's Chapel A.M.E. Church. After marriage, she united with St. Paul Baptist Church.
To her family and friends, she was a precious jewel and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was endowed with the gift of love and enjoy friends. She was married to the late J. C. Andres. To this union, four daughters were born.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Mr. J. C. Andres, Cleveland, Ohio; 3 daughters, Mrs. Mary Bridges and Mrs. Martha Harris, both ofChicago, Ill. And Mrs. Gwendolyn Taylor, Decaturville; 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, brother Mr. Claude White, Decaturville; 2 aunts, Mrs. Vannie White, Decaturville and Mrs. Ella Scott, Parsons and a host of other relatives and friends.
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Jessie J. Taylor
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MR. JESSIE J. TAYLOR
1888-1973
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Wednesday, April 25, 1973
2:00 P.M.
Rev. R. S. Neeley, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MR. JESSIE J. TAYLOR
Mr. Jessie James Taylor was born December 25, 1888 in Decatur County, Tennessee, and died April 21, 193 at the Decatur County General Hospital in Parsons, Tennessee.
He was united in Holy wedlock to Miss Allie Jane Dixon July 4, 1916.
Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Allie J. Taylor of Parsons; 3 daughters, Mrs. Ola Mae Crook of Lexington, Tennessee, Mrs. Clara Pettigrew and Mrs. Roxie Tippitt both of Parsons, Tennessee; 3 sons, Mr. James Taylor of Memphis, Tennessee, Mr. Ernest Ray Taylor of Tiptonvilie, Tennessee and Mr. Joe Bruce Taylor of Dyersburg, Tennessee; 16 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
PALLBEARERS: George McElrath, J. L. Pettigrew, Jim Henry Scott, Taylor Scott, Bill White, Stone Walker
FLOWER BEARERS: Ollie Mae Asheraft, Arlee Brewer, Lovie Garrett, Geneva Menzies, Novella Moutgomery, Beedie Pettigrew
USHERS: Sophia Brashers, Caffie Johnson, Dorothy Mayes, Pauline Phelps
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John M. Taylor
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MR. JOHN M. TAYLOR
TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST
Parsons, Tennessee
Sunday, March 25, 1973
2:00 P.M.
Elder R. L. Williams, Minister
Interment: Parsons Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington. Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MR. JOHN M. TAYLOR
March 25, 1973
John Taylor, the son of the late Jessie and Nancy Taylor, was born March 15, 1881, departed this life March 20, 1973 at 5:30 p.m. at his residence in Parsons, Tenn.
He was united in Holy matrimony with Miss Lucy Johnson Aug. 7, 1907.
He professed a hope in Christ and united with the Temple Church of God in Christ where he served faithfully until his failing health.
He leaves to cherish his memory, a wife, Mrs. Lucy Taylor of Parsons; 2 brothers, Mr. Jessie Taylor of Parsons, and Mr. Bud Taylor of Ridgely; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
PALLBEARERS: Ernest Brewer, Jr., Holbert B. Mays, George McElrath, George Pettigrew, Cecil Phelps, Stone Walker
FLOWER BEARERS: Ollie Mae Ashcraft, Velora Fisher, Lovie Garrett, Nora Garrett, Jessie M. Mays, Mary Ree Mays
USHERS: Joyce Davenport, Zenobia Pettigrew, Dorothy Rill
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Burmah Tole
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MRS. BURMAH TOLE
1890-1970
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decaturvitte, Tennessee
Thursday, July 23, 1970
3:00 P.M.
Rev. W. W. Wortham, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MRS. BURMAN TOLE
Whereas God has called from our midst Mrs. Burmah Tole. Departed this life July 20, 1970 at Decaturville, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Mr. Jimmie Pettigrew and Mrs. Ida White Pettigrew, was born Nov. 16, 1890 at Decaturville, Tenn. She married Mr. Ernest Tole Feb. 12, 1911.
At an early age she professed a hope in Christ and united with Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church, she was a faithful worker and did all in her power to help instill in every boy and girl to do what God would have them do, so when they would come to the end of life's journey he would say well done.
Leaving to cherish her memory a devoted husband, Mr. Ernest Tale, seven daughters, three sons. One son preceded her in death several years ago. Mrs. Bulah M. Allen, Mrs. Ida Rhea Jackson, Mrs. Mary Katherine Lattimore, Mr. Ernest Hugh Tale, all of Chicago, Ill., Mrs. Sally Maude Jordon, Mrs. Annie B. Robinson, both of Akron, Ohio, Mr. James Logan Tole of Milwaukee, Wis., Mr. Elmer L. Tole of Lexington, Tenn., Mrs. Nora J. Weatherspoon and Miss Lacula Tole, both of Decaturville, Tennessee. One sister, Mrs. Irene White of Chicago, Ill. Six brothers, Mr. Raybon Pettigrew, Mr. Lewis Pettigrew, Mr. Harry Pettigrew, all of Cairo, Ill., Mr. Lonnie Pettigrew, Mr. Michiel Pettigrew, both of St. Louis, Mo., and Mr. Bonney Pettigrew of Los Angeles, Calif., 19 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: George Brasher, S. F. Dobbins, Michiel Hardin, Louis Moody, Brown Pritchard,
Stone Walker
Flower Bearers: Arlie Brewer, Ollie Ashcraft, Alberta Brasher, Katherine Hardin, Olla Mae McElrath, Novella Mays, Annie Mae Moody, Bonnie Walker
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Ernest Tole
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MR. ERNEST TOLE
1890-1978
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Friday, March 24, 1978
2:00 P.M.
Rev. Henry H. Sanders, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington. Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MR. ERNEST TOLE
Whereas God has called from our midst, Bro. Ernest Tole, departed this life March 20, 1973 at Decatur County Hospital after an extended illness. He was born March 1, 1890 in Decatur County to the late Harriet Tole. He was married to Miss Burmah Pettigrew, who preceded him in death. Two sons, James Tole and Grady E. Tole, also preceded him in death. He was a member of Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church, Decaturville, Tennessee, and served faithfully as long as health permitted. His kindness and smile will always be remembered by all who knew him. No stranger was ever at his door, for there was love for one another.
He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted family, seven daughters, Mrs. Lacula Tole and Mrs. Nora Witherspoon, both of Decaturville, Mrs. Ida Longstreet, Mrs. Beulah Allen and Mrs. Kathleen Lattimor, all of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Annie B. Robinson and Mrs. Sallie M. Jordan, both of Akron, Ohio; two sons, Mr. Elmer Tole, Lexington, and Mr. Ernest H. Tole, Chicago, Ill.; 19 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and fri?nds.
Pallbearers: Franklin Brasher, Wylie Logan, Ray Vaughn, James Holt, Cecil Phelps, Stone Walker
Flower Bearers: Mae Brewer, Diane Johnson, Margaret Pritchard, Kathleen Hardin, Maggie Logan, Sue N. Scott
Ushers: Sis. Sophia Brasher, Sis. Clara Hardin, Sis. Zenobia Pettigrew, Sis. Rosie Johnson
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James Logan Tole
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MR. JAMES LOGAN TOLE
1913-1976
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
September 30, 1976
1:00 P.M.
Rev. W. W. Wortham, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MR. JAMES LOGAN TOLE
On Saturday, Sept. 25, 1976, Mr. James Logan Tole departed this life at St. Michael Hospital, Milwaukee, Wis. He was born January 31, 1913 in Decatur County to Mr. Ernest Tole and the late Mrs. Burmah Tole. He was educated in the County schools and attended Tennessee State University in Nashville. He was married June 29, 1939 to Miss Novella Yarbro. To this union four children were born.
He united with Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church, Decaturville, at an early age. He was a devoted Christian and worked faithfully to uphold the church. He served as a trustee and steward at Freedman Chapel, prior to moving to Milwaukee. In Milwaukee, he had been affiliated with the Gospel Lutheran Church, (Missouri Synod) where he continued to serve faithfully.
He leaves to mourn his loss, a devoted wife. Mrs. Novella Yarbro Tole, Milwaukee; 3 sons, Hugh Earl Tole, David C. Tole and Gregory Tole, Milwaukee; one daughter, Mrs. Marva Fisher, Milwaukee; father, Mr. Ernest Tole, Decaturville; 7 sisters, Mrs. Beulah Allen, Mrs. Kathleen Lattimore, and Mrs. Ida Longstreet, all of Chicago, Ill., Mrs. Sallie Jordan and Mrs. Annie B. Johnson of Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Nora Weatherspoon and Mrs. Lacula Tole of Decaturville; two brothers, Hugh Tole, Chicago and Elmer Louis Tole, Lexington; 9 grandchildren; two daughters-in-law; one son-in-law; one aunt, 4 uncles, several nieces and nephews, a host of other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: Dover Scott, Roy Anders, T. R. Mays, Franklin Brasher, Cecil Phelps, Stone Walker, Ray Vaughn, Louis Moody
Flower Bearers: Maude Tole, Roxie Scott, Margaret Pritchard, Katherine Harding, Addie McElrath, Maggie Logan
Ushers: Rosie Casey, Sophia Brasher, Zenobia Pettigrew, Shirley Johnson
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Birdie Lorraine Vaughn
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MRS. BIRDIE LORRAINE VAUGHN
1921-1981
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Thursday, April 16, 1981
2:00 P.M.
Rev. Willie Woods, Officiant
Obituary
On Saturday morning, April 11, 1981, the guardian angel came down from heaven and visited the Decatur County General Hospital in Parsons, Tennessee and kindly sealed the lips of Mrs. Birdie L. Vaughn. Her soul took flight to an unknown world, where there will be no more pain, no tears. She was prepared and only waiting to hear her master say "my servant, well done".
She was born in Decaturville, Tennessee on December 23, 1921 to the late Joe Anders and Gertie Scott Vaughn. She attended the public schools of Decaturville, where she lived her entire life. Early in life, she united with Freedman Chapel A. M. E. Church, where she attended as long as her health permitted. She was married to the late Forest T. Vaughn. To this union, six children were born.
She leaves to mourn her departure, Mrs. Margaret White, Mrs. Barbara Fisher, Mrs. Cathy Howard and Miss Doris Vaughn, all of Decaturville, and Mrs. Janice Jones, Chicago, Ill.; one son, Billy Joe Vaughn, Memphis; three brothers, R. B. Scott, Decaturville, Pettigrew Anders and J. C. Anders, both of Cleveland, Ohio; two sisters, Clorine West, Chicago, Ill, and Auline Scott, Parsons; six grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
PALLBEARERS: J. B. McElrath, Cecil Phelps, Gene Scott, Lewis Moody, Dover Scott, Sam Walker
FLOWER BEARERS: Youlanda Brasher, Ola Mae McElrath, Burmah Pettigrew, Myrtle L. McElrath, Novella Montgomery, Clara T. Pettigrew, Roxie Tippett
INTERMENT
Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
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Forest T. Vaughn
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MR. FOREST T. VAUGHN
1921-1980
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Thursday, November 20,1980
2:00 P.M.
Rev. Harles Mays, Officiant
Rev. C. F. McCright, Officiant
Obituary
Forest T. Vaughn was born August 12, 1921 to the late Ben and Lizzie Vaughn. He departed this life on November 15, 1980. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during World War II.
He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Mrs. Birdie Vaughn, five daughters, Mrs. Janice Jones, Chicago, Ill.; Mrs. Margaret White, Mrs. Barbara Fisher, Mrs. Kathy Howard, and Ms. Doris Vaughn, all of Decaturville; one son, Mr. Billy Joe Vaughn, Decaturville; two sisters, Mrs. Beatrice, Decaturville and Mrs. Pearl Phillips, Trezevant, Tn.; two brothers, Ray Vaughn, Decaturville and Joe Bruce Vaughn, Monroe, Louisiana; six grandchildren, others.
PALLBEARERS: Gene Scott, J. B. McElrath, Cecil Phelps, Harrison Barber, Raymond White, Michael Tole
FLOWER BEARERS: Novella Montgomery, Burmah McClain, Beulah Barber, Geneva Menzies, Bobbie Sue Arnold, Roxie Scott
INTERMENT
Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
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Gertie Scott Vaughn
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MRS. GERTIE SCOTT VAUGHN
1884-1973
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decaturville, Tennessee
Sunday, June 17, 1973
2:00 P.M.
Rev. R. L. Vann, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Obituary
Mrs. Gertie Scott Vaughn, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Willie Scott was born in Decaturville, Tennessee April 6, 1884 where she spent her entire life.
On Thursday morning at 2 A.M. at the Lexington Nursicare Convalescence Center after a long illness of which she never complained, the death angel came and sealed the lips and she took her flight to an unknown world which had been planned for 84 years, 2 months and 8 days.
She professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church.
Her husband, Ben Vaughn, preceded her in death several years ago. She was a good neighbor and a friend to every one.
Survivors, R. B. and Kenneth of Decaturville, Milton Scott of Cleveland, Ohio; one daughter, Mrs. Bertie Lorine Vaughn, Decaturvile; 5 step children, Ray Vaughn, Forest T. Vaughn, both of Decaturville, Joe Bruce Vaughn of Florida, Mrs. Beatrice Funderburk of Decaturville and Mrs. Pearl Phillips of Trezevant, Tenn.; 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, several nieces, aqihews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Pallbearers: J. B. McElrath, Thomas E. McElrath, R. T. Montgomery, Cecil Phelps, Brown Pritchard, Stone Walker
Flower Bearers: Bulah M. Barber, Katherine Hardin, Mildred Kindle, Novella Montgomery, Margrette Pritchard, Roxie Scott, Maude Tole, Lessie Yarhro
Parham Mortuary
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
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John Walker
OBSEQUIES
OF
MR. JOHN WALKER
1904-1964
ST MARK AME CHURCH
Parsons, Tennessee
Saturday, November 14, 1964
1:00 p.m.
Rev. Willie Wortham, Minister
Interment: Parsons Cemetery
Mrs. Novella Tole Pianist
Mr. J. B. Fisher, Jr. Organist
Parham Funeral Home
In Charge
OBITUARY
In memory of Mr. John Jennings Walker, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Walker, was born July 4, 1904 and departed from this life November 11, 1964.
He was united in matrimony to Mrs. Clara Walker who preceded him in death. To this union three children were born, two of which also preceded him in death.
Later he was married to Mrs. Elena Walker who passed away in 1960.
He professed a hope in Christ and joined the St. Mark AME Church in 1961 and often attended services.
He was pleasant, cheerful, and friendly, always carrying a smile when you met him.
He leaves to mourn his passings one daughter, Mrs. Jimmie Garrett of Detroit, Michigan; one son, Mr. James Franklin Walker, Ft. Wayne Indiana; one sister, Mrs. Della Mays, Jackson, Tenn.; 9 grand children, 3 great-grand children, several nieces and nephews and a number of other relatives and friends.
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Pansy Sybylla Walker
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MRS. PANSY SYBYLLA WALKER
1903-1971
ST. MARK A.M.E. CHURCH
Parsons, Tennessee
September 22, 1971
2:00 P.M.
Rev. Vann, Minister
Interment: Parsons Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge
PALLBEARERS: Jack Brewer, George Brasher, S. F. Dobbins, Herbert Mayes, Louis Moody, Stone Walker
FLOWER BEARERS: Arlie Brewer, Anna Fisher, Clara Hardin, Dorothy Hill, Callie Johnson, Pauline Phelps
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Nora Jewell Weatherspoon
Requiescat In Pace
NORA JEWELL WEATHERSPOON
Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church
Rev. Henry Sanders
MOORE' S FUNERAL HOME
Selmer, Tennessee
Decaturville, TN
OBITUARY
God has called our loving mother home from labor to reward. Nora Weatherspoon was born June 22, 1923 in Decaturville Tn., the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs, Ernie Tole. She united with the Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church of Decaturville, Tn., at an early age.
Two brothers and three sisters precede her in death, James Tale, Grady Tale, Mary Latlemore, Ida R. Longstreet, and Beulah Allen.
She will greatly be missed by all, and leaves to cherish her memory, four children; Buddy Esters and Ronnie Tole both of Akron, Oh., Michael Tole of Milan, Tn., and Lonnie Tole of Cleveland, Oh., One grandson that she patiently raised, Bert Esters of Akron, Oh., Thirteen other grandchildren, six great grandchildren, one step-grandchild, and two daughter's in law, three devoted sisters, Lacula Tole and Sallie Jordan, both of Decaturville,Tn., Annie Robinson of Akron, Oh., two brothers, Elmer Tole of Lexington, Tn., Hugh Tole of Decaturyule, Tn., and a host of nieces and nephews.
PALL BEARERS: Ernest Brewer, Cecil Phelps, Gwen Moody, Raymond White, H. C. Pettigrew, Jerry Craig
FLOWER MAIDENS: Willie Mae Hart, Robbie White, Maggie Logan, Brenda Holiday, Margaret Stanton, Kathy Howard, Phyllis Garrett, Margaret White
USHERS: Zenobia Pettigrew, Ruby Brasher, Sophia Brasher, Joyce Tinsley
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John Earl White
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MR. JOHN EARL WHITE
1895-1972
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Decuturville, Tennessee
Friday, April 7, 1972
2:00 P.M.
Rev. W. W. Wortham, Minister
Interment: Decaturville Cemetery
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge
Obituary
MR. JOHN EARL WHITE
Mr. John Earl White passed away quietly Tuesday morning, April 4, 1972 at 9:30 A.M. at the Decatur County General Hospital where he had been a patient since Sunday.
Mr. White was born in Decaturville, Tennessee December 6, 1895, he was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Elex White, he was 76 years, 4 months and 27 days of age at death.
In the year of 1922 he married Miss Daisy Shelton, the laughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edd Shelton. To this union 7 children were born, one of which preceded him in death.
Mr. White was a Christian, a good citizen, a devoted husband and father, a true friend to all mankind. He will be missed by the entire community for his gentle disposition, his cheerfulness and usual kind words.
We all loved Bro. John, but God loved him best.
He leaves to mourn his passing, a devoted wife, 2 daughters, 4 sons, 1 sister, 7 brothers, 12 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends.
PALLBEARERS: Swanson Booty, George McElrath, J. B. McElrath, Thomas E. McElrath, Cecil Phelps, Ray Vaughn, Roland White
FLOWER BEARERS: Friends of the Family
USHERS: Mrs. Sophia Brasher, Mrs. Shirley Johnson
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Lessie John Yarbro
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MRS. LESSIE JOHN YARBRO
1892-1985
Friday, March 29, 1985
2:00 P.M.
Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church
Decaturville, Tennessee
Rev. James Nesbitt, Jr., Officiating
Obituary
In loving memory of Mrs. Lessie Yarbro, who was called to rest March 24, 1985 at age 92 years and 4 months. She was born November 23, 1892 to the late Willie and Mary Scott in Decatur County, Tn. She was married to the late Rupert Yarbro. To this union, six children were born. She united with Freedman Chapel A.M.E. Church at an early age and served as long as she lived, whenever and wherever she was needed. Her smile and cheerful disposition were enjoyed by those she came in contact with. She worked in the schools as a teacher and in other capacities.
She leaves to mourn her loss, two daughters, Mrs. Mary E. Bailey, Parsons and Mrs. Novella Tole, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; three sons, (the oldest Willie Bert preceded her in death) Mr. henry C. Yarbro, Chicago, Ill., Mr. Jerry F. Yarbro, Savannah and Mr. Gary S. Yarbro, who resided with her in Decaturville; two sisters, Mrs. vElora Fisher and Mrs. Margaret Stanton, both of Decaturville; 16 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 8 great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
INTERMENT: Decaturville Cemetery
PALLBEARERS: Franklin Brasher, J. B. McElrath, Timmy Tole, Cecil Dabbs, Cecil Phelps, Kelly Tole
FLOWER BEARERS: Geneva menzies, Gwendolyn Taylor, Roxie Tippett, Patricia Posey, Linda Tinsley, Maude Tole
Parham Funeral Service
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
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Rupert R. Yarbro
OBSEQUIES
OF
MR. RUPERT R. YARBRO
1892-1962
FREEDMAN'S CHAPEL METHODIST CHURCH
Decaturville, Tenn.
Friday, November 16, 1962
2:00 p.m.
Rev. R. Godfrey, Minister
Interment Decaturville Cemetery
PARHAM FUNERAL HOME
In Charge
OBITUARY
In memory of Mr. Rupert Yarbro who departed from this life November 14, 1962. He was born August 5,1892, age 70 years, 7 months and 9 days.
He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Freedmans Chapel A.M.E. Church, Decaturville, Tennessee. He spent most of his life in Decatur County and was liked by all who knew him, for he was always willing to lend a helping hand or do a favor for those who needed it.
He was married to Miss Lessie J. Scott and to this union six children were born.
He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted wife, Mrs. Lessie Yarbro, 2 daughters, Mrs. Mary E. Bailey, Parsons, Mrs. Novella Tole, Decaturville, four sons, Mr. Willie B. Yarbro, Saltillo, Mr. Henry C. Yarbro, Chicago, Mr. Jerry Fredrick Yarbro, Decaturville, and Mr. A/1 Gary S. Yarbro, Orlando, Fla., two sisters, Mrs. Azalee Jennings, Jackson and Mrs. Edna G. Craig, Decaturville, 16 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, two sons-in-law, three daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
FLOWER GIRLS: Willie M. King, Geneva Menzies, Pauline Phelps, Bonnie Walker, Auline Scott, Marie Mays
PALLBEARERS: Cecil Phelps, Elmer Tole, Roy Vaugn, Harlis Mays, Roy Anders, Charley Montgomery
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Willie Bert Yarbro
FUNERAL SERVICES
FOR
MR. WILLIE BERT YARBRO
1917-1972
TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 1972
FREEDMAN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH
DECATURVILLE, TENNESSEE
2:00 P. M.
INTERMENT - DECATURVILLE CEMETERY
MOORE'S FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE
SELMER, TENNESSEE
Program compliments of Moore's Funeral Home
OBITUARY
Willie Bert Yarbro, Son of Rupert and Lessie Yarbro was born November 29, 1917, and departed this life Friday August 11, 1972, at the Hardin Co. Gen. Hospital, Savannah, Tenn. His father preceded him in death.
He was married to Miss Eula Vaughns July 10, 1937. To this union seven children were born, five of which survived. He moved to Saltillo in l947 where he made his home throughout the remainder of his life. Bert was a devoted father and husband. He was a friend to everyone and anyone who needed help.
He was a member of the Methodist Church in Decaturville, but made his contributions to the churches in the community in which he lived.
Survivors are: A Wife Mrs. Eula Yarbro of Saltillo, 4 daughters Mesdames: Marian Watson, of East Moline, Ill., Bertie Proctor of Hyattsville, Maryland, Helen Marie Borner and Norma Yarbro of Saltillo, 1 Son Rupert (Sonny) Yarbro also of Saltillo. His mother Mrs. Lessie Yarbro Decaturville. 2 sisters Mesdames: Mary Bailey, Parsons, Tenn., Novella Tole, Milwaukee, Wisc. 3 brothers: Mr. H.C. Yarbro, Chicago,Ill., SGT. Gary (Smith) Yarbro, Wright Patterson A.F.B. Fairborn, Ohio and Mr. Jerry (Fred) Yarbro of Decaturville, Tenn. 12 grand-children and a host of relatives and friends.
PALLBEARERS: Ray Vaughn, T. R. Mays, Jessie Jackson, Cecil Phelps, Alonzo Harris, Harold Russell
FLOWER BEARERS: Rosie Casey, Maude Tole, Mollie Lowery, Roxie Scott, Nora Weatherspoon, Margaret Pritchard, Dora E. Yarbro
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