(Black) Funeral Programs, Henderson County, Tennessee

FUNERAL PROGRAMS,
HENDERSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE
(Lexington Cemetery Interments)

From the funeral program collection of Marilyn Henry

Home Going Celebration

Eddie L. Boren
November 16, 1904-January 1, 1995

Thursday, January 5, 1995
11:00a.m.
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
33 Lewis Street
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Samuel White, Pastor

Obituary

            Eddie L. Boren went down to where a quiet river flows from whence no one returns and reached out and touched the face of God, Sunday, January 1, 1995. The daughter of the later Oliver and Addie Phelps, was born November 16, 1904 in Henderson County, Tennessee, and was educated in the public schools of that county. In the early years of her life, she made a Christian commitment to the teaching of Jesus Christ and became a member of the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church for more than 70 years. She loved her church and worked in various capacities of the church. Eddie worked as a teacher in her youth in the Joyners Grove Community. Her later working years consisted of caring for and nursing young infants and their mothers. She traveled extensively in this work.

            Eddie L. Boren and McKinley (Mack) Boren were betrothed in a holy matrimonial ceremony. He preceded her in death. With pleasant memories to always cherish and to treasure, she leaves a devoted sister Betty P. (Van) Wilson of Nashville, TN, a nephew William Phelps of San Francisco, CA, many cousins, special friends Mrs. Mae Johnson, Mr. Donald Frizzell, Mrs. Mary Halton, Mrs. Vassie Flakes, many other devoted relatives and friends.
Interment: Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tennessee

Floral Bearers
Pilgrim Rest Mother's Board////

Pall Bearers
Friends

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FUNERAL SERVICE
for the late

MCKINNEY "MACK" BOREN
1898-1985

March 17, 1985
2:00 p.m.
Pilgrim Rest M, B. Church
Lewis Street
Lexington, Tennessee

REV. SAMUEL WHITE, PASTR

The Obituary

            McKinney "Mack" Boren, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Bill Boren, was born March 13, 1898 in Henderson County, where he attended public school.

            Reared in a christian environment of God-rearing parents, he was taught by precept and. adult example to follow the bible principles of the Good Life. Thus, he remembered his creator in his youth, obeyed the Gospel, and was baptized and united with the membership of Scott Hill Baptist Church, later joining Pilgrim Rest church Lexington, TN, where he served on the Deacon Board

            On July 20, 1925 he married Eddie Boren and this marriage was richly blessed.

            Bro. Mack entered eternal Rest Thurs. March 11, 1985 at Lexington Methodist hospital

            In his homegoing he leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Mrs. Eddie Boren, two nieces, three great nieces, three great- great nieces and two nephews.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery

PALLBEARERS
Bro. William Johnson, Bro. Robert Pearson, Bro. John L. Kizer, Bro. Earnest Thomas, Bro. Tyree Donnell, Bro. Edward Kizer, Bro. Clyde Williams

FLOWER BEARERS
Mother Board

Peoples Funeral Home
Lexington, Tennessee
in charge

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FUNERAL SERVICES OF
STEVEN WILLARD BUCK
1913-1982

2:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 23, 1982

LEWIS CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
343 Reeves Street, Lexington, Tennessee

REVEREND CHARLES JACKSON, MINISTER

Interment Lexington Cemetery

OBITUARY

            A valiant stalwart, a modern pioneer whose indomitable spirit enabled him to overcome tremendous obstacles, was Steven Willard Buck, born in Henderson County, September 26, 1913, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. (Alice) Steven Buck. Entered into rest May 19, 1982, after a prolonged illness.

            During his young life he accepted Jesus as his savior, and Became a witness for the christian way of life. He was a member of Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church.

            He attended Henderson County Schools and is a graduate of Montgomery High School.

            On September 2, 1937, the former Elizabeth Sparks became his beloved wife. Their union was blessed with three children, one preceded him in death.

          He was Past Master of St. John Lodge #43 and District Grand Lodge 1, 8, and 11. He is a member of Waves of Jordan #19, royal arch Mason, Lane Commandary #24 Knight of Templar, Zarah Temple #151 Shriners, T.P. Haroldson #94 Consistory, Rosebud Chapter #223, O.E.S.

            He leaves to cherish his memory his faithful companion, Mrs. Elizabeth Sparks Buck; two sons, Ruben Glyn Buck, Kaiseaslavtorn West Germany, James Anthony Buck of Lexington; two devoted daughters-in-law, Mrs. Jean Buck, Lexington and Mrs. Myung Buck, Kaiseaslavtorn West Germany; five grandchildren, Patty Buck, Ruben Glyn Jr. Buck, Kelvin Buck, Anntonette Buck and Stephen Buck. A devoted church brother and friend, D. J. Robinson. Host of other relatives and friends.

CASKET BEARERS
St. John Lodge #43

FLOWER BEARERS
Lewis Chapel Members, Rosebud Chapter #223, O.E.S.

Arrangements Were Made By
PEOPLES MORTUARY
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tennessee

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In Loving Memory

MR. WILLIAM F. CAMPBELL
1927-1992

Tuesday, July 28, 1992
2:00 p.m.
Key's Chapel Methodist Church
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Harold Evans, Officiant

OBITUARY

            On Friday night, July 24, 1992, the death angel entered the room of William Franklin Campbell at the Ridgewood Health Care Facility and silenced the lips of his being. He was born February 3, 1927 in Hardin County, Tennessee to the late Esau and Delma Churchwell Campbell.

            At an early age, he became a member of Allen's Chapel Baptist Church, Hardin County, Tennessee and upon moving to Henderson County, joined Timberlake Grove Baptist Church. In moving home locations, he joined Key's Chapel United Methodist Church, where he served faithfully until his health began to fail. He served as a church lay leader as well as other offices within the church. He was a member of St. John Lodge #43, F.& A.M., Lexington, Tennessee. He was a faithful servant to all humanity, spreading joy with a smile and helping hand and rendering whatever service he thought could benefit others.

            He was united in Holy Matrimony to Edna Louise Kizer. To this union, six children were born. Two sons, Charles Henry and George Aaron, preceded him in death. A sister, Anna Belle Thomas also preceded him in death.

            He leaves to mourn his passing, a devoted wife, Edna Louise Campbell; one daughter, Susan Marie Campbell of Lexington; three sons, James Airola (Jacqueline) Campbell and Rev. Rodney Lewis (Loretta) Campbell of Lexington and Gary Cortez (Teresa) Campbell of Jackson, TN, two daughters-in-law, Sonya Campbell McCullough and Mary Ann Campbell of Lexington; three brothers, Rev. John C. (Virginia) Campbell and Halbert Campbell of Lexington and George D. Campbell of Peoria, IL; two sisters, Carrie Carver of Lexington and Cora (David) Mackey of Peoria, IL; nine devoted grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves three aunts, Elsie Johnson of Lexington, TN, Menyon Williams of Savannah, TN and Luvina (?) Siner of Pontiac, MI and one uncle, Roscoe Churchwell of Clifton, TN.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY

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Celebrating the Homegoing
of
MR. HOWARD I. J. CARVER

Sunday, November 1, 1997
1:00 p.m.
St. Paul Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Norman Carver, Officiant

OBITUARY

            Howard Carver departed this life Monday, October 27, 1997 at Tennessee State Veterans Home in Humboldt, Tennessee at 10:00 A.M. He was born September 5, 1925 in Lexington, Tennessee to the late Roy and Janie Carver. Howard professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined St. Paul Baptist Church, where he remained a member until his death. He attended the public schools at Cooper's Grove and was later drafted into the United States Navy. He was united in marriage to Maxine McCullough. No children were born to this union.

            He leaves to cherish beautiful memories, a devoted wife, Maxine Carver; three sisters, Allene Thompson, Addie (Marshall) Easley, and Nelma (William) Johnson, all of Lexington, TN; four brothers, Waymond (Clara) Carver of Melbourne, FL, C. H. (Betty) Carver, Norman (Ann) Carver, and Carl (Mary) Carver, all of Lexington, TN; two other brothers-in-law, William Edward (Jean) McCullough of Cleveland, OH and Ennies McCullough of Anderson, IN; three other sisters-in-law, Mary Katherine Carbin of North Randall. OH and Augusta Carver and Josephine Campbell, both of Lexington, TN; one uncle, Isaiah (Thelma) Cathey; one aunt, Annie Mae Cathey and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

PALLBEARERS
"Nephews" - Dennis Easley, Shaun Carver, Allen Johnson, Don Priddy, Bryant Carver, Eugene Easley, William Carver, Waymond Carver, Jr.

FLOWER BEARERS
"Nieces" - Shirley Flakes, Virginia Easley, Crystal Pearson, Tasha Carver, Andrea Carver, Anita Scott, Stacey Campbell, Vanessa McClerkin

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, TN
901-968-5882

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OBSEQUIES
of
MR. CLARENCE CATHEY
1910-1968

ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee
Tuesday, December 10, 1968
2:00 P. M.

Rev. J. L. Burkley, Minister
Interment: Lexington Cemetery

OBITUARY

            Mr. Clarence Cathey, the son of the late Isaiah and Neely Cathey was born in Lexington, Tennessee August 10, 1910, he professed a hope in Christ at an early age, and united with St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church and was ordained as a Deacon.

            He was united in holy wedlock to Miss Eva Rush, to this union were born 4 children. He leaves to mourn his passing a wife, Mrs. Eva Rush Cathey of Lexington, Tennessee: two sons, Sp./5 Isaac F. Cathey of the Unted States Army, Vietnam; Pvt. Clarence Wayne Cathey, United States Marines, San Diego, California; two daughters, Miss Edith Cathey and Vanessa Cathey both of Lexington, Tennessee; 3 stepdaughters, Mrs. Frances Treadway of Berkley, California; Mss Shirley Taylor and Mrs. Marilyn Henry both of Lexington, Tenn; two brothers, Mr. Ben Cecil Cathey of Lexington, Tennessee and Mr. Josiah Cathey of South Bend, Indiana; one sister, Mrs. Janie Carver of Lexington, Tennessee; 8 grandcwldren, 6 nieces, 12 nephews, a host of other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers
Mack Boren, Chester Crutchfield, Hall Harmon, Archie henry, John L. Kizer, Joe H. Stanford

Flower Bearers
Earler Mae Dixon, Ruby Crutchfield, Addie Harmon, Euday Kirby, Lila Mackey, Willie Williams, Olivia Wilson

Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge

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In Loving Memory of
MR. EUGENE EDWARD CATHEY
1901-1989

Wednesday, November 29, 1989
1:00 P.M.
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Samuel White, Officiant

INTERMENT: Lexington Cemetery

Obituary

            Mr. Eugene Edward Cathey was born May 26, 1901 to the late Will Cathey and Jesse Funderburk, and departed this life on Saturday evening, November 25, 1989.

            He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. He was united in holy matrimony to Georgia Mae Parker on November 26, 1934.

            He leaves to mourn his passing, a loving wife, Mrs. Georgia Cathey; two sisters, Mrs. Susie McClure and Mrs. Drew helen Lytle, both of Nashville, Tn.; four nieces, Rebecca Hall, Mary Ann Cole and Helen Allison, all of Nashville, and Clementine Carter of New Orleans, La.; one sister-in-law, Mrs. treva White of lexington, Tn.; and other nieces and nephews.

PALLBEARERS
"Nephews, Deacons & Friends" - Joseph Parker, William Johnson, Charlie Kizer, Timothy Parker, Ernest Ray Thomas, Sam Timberlake

FLOWER BEARERS
"Nieces & Friends"

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Service of Farewell for
MRS. GEORGIA MAE CATHEY

Sunday, February 12 1995
1:00 P.M.
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
33 Lewis St.
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Samuel White, Pastor
Rev. John C. Campbell, Officiant

OBITUARY

            GEORGIA MAE PARKER CATHEY was born September 4, 1915 to the late James and Addle Mae Parker. She was educated in the Lexington and Henderson County School Systems. She was united in Holy Matrimony to Eugene Cathey; he preceded her in death.

            She was a Born-Again Christian. She began her christian education at Timberlake Grove Baptist Church. She later moved her membership to Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church where she worked faithfully for years as a member of the Adult Choir and the Missionary Society. She remained a faithful member until her death. She departed this life on Thursday, February 9, 1995 at the Methodist Hospital of Lexington.

            She leaves to cherish her memory, a devoted sister, Treva White of Lexington; three nieces, June Hillyard and Mildred Parker of Lexington and Erva G. Curtis of Cleveland, Ohio; two sisters-in-law, Sussie McClure and Drew Helen Lytle, both of Nashville; and several, great nieces and nephews.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

PALLBEARERS
Great-Nephews

FLOWER BEARERS
Great-Nieces

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, TN

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

Mr. Cordie Douglas
1897-1980

New Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church
342 Lewis Street
Lexington, Tennessee
Sunday Afternoon, March 2, 1980
2:30 O'clock
Rev. Elmer S. Martin, Minister

Interment: Lexington Cemetery

MR. CORDIE DOUGLAS

            Cordie Douglas, the son of Tom and Parlee Douglass was born June 18, 1897 in Cedar Grove, Tennessee. At a young age he accepted Jesus as his savior and became a member of Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church, where he was very active in all phases of the church program. He moved to Lexington in 1928, and later united with Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church where he served as church treasurer, member of the Steward and Trustee boards and treasurer of Pastor's aide club.

            Mr. Douglas was employed by the city of Lexington, where he had given near fifty years of service.

            He was united in marriage to Alberta Harmon and to this union one daughter was born.

            He leaves to cherish his memory a devoted wife, Mrs. Alberta H Douglas, of the home; one daughter, Mrs. Norman Carver of Lexington; one step-son, Willie Raymond Johnson, Montgomery, Alabama; three grandchildren, Bryant, Crystal and Tasha Carver; two step-grandchildren, Andre and Dimitri Johnson; a faithful son-in-law, Norman Carver and step-daughter-in-law, Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson; three sisters-in-law, Mrs. Ada Douglas of Lexington, Mrs. Lillie Bell Harmon, Jackson and Mrs. Robert Hutchinson, Indianapolis, Indiana; two brothers-in-law, Claud Harmon of Jackson and Robert Hutchinson of Indianapolis, Indiana: a host of nieces and nephews and many friends.

Casket Bearers
The Friendship Brothers Club

Honorary Casket Bearers
Lewis Chapel Men and City Employe Co-Workers

Flower Bearers
Friendship Club

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

MRS. GENEVA ELLIS
1907-1963

PILGRIM REST BAPTIST CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee
Tuesday, January 8, 1963
2:00 p. m.

Rev. W. M. Monroe, Minister

Interment Lexington Cemetery

PALL BEARERS
Prentice Wadley, John Johnson, Edd Heath, Jonny Jones, Flordy Laster, Mathew Kizer, John L. Kizer, Glanden Thomas

FLOWER BEARERS
Mrs Mae Johnson, Mrs. Delma Campbell, Mrs. Willie Williams, Mrs. Georgia Mae Cathey, Mrs. Lottie Laster

PARHAM FUNERAL HOME
In Charge

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In Loving Memory
Mr. Jerry Anthony Ellis
January 1, 1949-December 27, 1995

Sunday, December, 31, 1995
2:00 p.m.
at
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
33 Lewis St.
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Samuel White, Pastor
Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiating

Obituary

            We have come together today at the call of death, an event that is constantly occurring around us. On Wednesday morning December 27,1995 the Holy Angels came and sealed the lips of Jerry Anthony Ellis.

            Jerry was born in Henderson County on January 1, 1950 to the late Priest & Geneva Ellis. At an early age he accepted Christ and became a member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.

            He graduated from Montgomery High School in 1967. And served in the U.S. Army for three years from 1967-970.

            He leaves to mourn his passing 6 sisters Irene (John) Parker, Lexington; Mary E. Ellis, Lexington; Dorothy Brown, Chicago, IL; Pauline Ellis, Lexington; Francis Ellis, Lexington; and Ruby McCant, Excelsior Springs, MO; 2 brothers, Priest Ellis, Jr. & Joe. E. Ellis of Lexington. Nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. 3 brothers preceded him in death.
Interment: Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, Tennessee
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, Tennessee

Pall Bearers
Oscar Harmon, J.W. Kizer, Jr., Howard Kizer, Bobby Deberry, Larry Thomas, Dennis Easley, Camp Taylor, Benny Moffitt

Flower Bearers
Susan Thomas, Gladys Thomas, Angela Taylor, Barbara Parker, Jerry Deberry, Arlinda Johnson, Dorothy Thomas

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Service of Memory for
MR. HUGH D. GARDNER
1921-1983

Wednesday, January 19, 1983
2:00 P.M.
Lewis Chapel A. M. E. Church
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Lawrence Twiggs, Officiant

Obituary

            Hugh D. Gardner was born September 29, 1924 in Humphreys County, Tennessee to the late Hugh and Eva Walker Gardner. On the evening of January 15, 1983, the death angel came and sealed the lips of our beloved brother. He joined the Salter's Chapel A.M.E. Church, Waverly, Tn. at an early age. He was a veteran of World War II and a retired employee of the Coca Cola Bottling Co., Lexington.

            He leaves to mourn his passing, two sisters, Mrs. Mildred Starks, Chicago, Ill. and Mrs. Annie Mae Cathey, Lexington; one nephew, Dr. Benny Cathey, Lansing, Mi.; two brothers-in-law, Mr. Elmer Starks, Chicago and Mr. Cecil Cathey, with whom he made his home, Lexington, and a host of other relatives and friends.

PALLBEARERS
John Logan Kizer, Leon Priddy, James Sanders, George Small, Prentice Wadley, Clyde Williams

FLOWER BEARERS
The Friendship Club

Parham Mortuary
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
Ph. 968-5882

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In Loving Memory

MR. BUDDY GREEN
"Brer Rabbit"
1912-1993

Saturday, September 18, 1993
11:00 O'Clock A.M.
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Samuel White, Officiant
OBITUARY

            BUDDY GREEN was born March 15, 1912 u Hardeman County. He moved to Henderson County as young adult. He was later married to the late Midner P Green. To this union one daughter was born, Rose. He was the father of two other daughters, Marie and Mary. He was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church. Buddy had been ill for some time, but bore his pain well. The clock of time stopped ticking for Buddy at 11:00 O'Clock Sunday Morning. September 12, 1993 at Decatur County General Hospital in Parsons, TN.

            He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted daughter, Mrs. Rose (Wilbert) Cherry of Nashville, TN; daughters, Mrs. Marie (Willie) White and Mrs. Mary (Jerry) Boyd of Cleveland, Ohio; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Dorothy Timberlake of Lexington, TN; devoted friends, Mrs. Inez Thomas & Children, Mr. Keith Mathis, the friends of RSVP and Henderson County Fair Association, Mr. W. L Arnold, step-niece, Mrs. Ivy McClain of Landover, MD; eleven grandchildren, twenty great. grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and friends.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, Tennessee

FLOWER BEARERS
Family Friends

CASKET BEARERS
W. L Arnold, Keith Mathis, Roy Stanford, Murray Maness, Garry Timberlake, Keith Timberlake

USHERS
Mrs. Gladys Easley, Mrs. Cynthia Quince

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In Loving Memory
of
MR. HERRON HALTON

Thursday July 2, 1998
11:00 a.m.
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev, Martin Crockett, Officiant
INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Obituary

              Herron Halton was born October 7, 1937 to Mary Ross Halton and the late Lonnie B. Halton. He was a retired Air Force serviceman. He departed this life on June 27, 1998 at his home in Nashville, TN.

            Herron was the fifth of nine children. Three brothers preceded him in death. He leaves to mourn his passing, his mother, Mrs. Mary Halton; one brother, Willie Joseph (Ida) Halton of Marietta, GA; four sisters, Lonnie Donelson of St. Louis, MO, Ruby (Martin) Crockett of Jackson, TN, and Edna Halton and Betty Mitchell of Lexington, TN; one uncle, Joe Nathan Ross of Detroit, MI; one aunt, Rosie McClerkin of Chicago, IL, a very dear friend, Verlene Young of Nashville, TN, and a number of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

MS. DORIS HAMON
1933-1978

PARHAM MORTUARY CHAPEL
Lexington, Tennessee

Saturday, September 9, 1978
Two O'Clock

Rev. Felix Tuggles, Minister

Interment: Lexington Cemetery
OBITUARY
DORIS HAMON

            Miss Doris Hamon was born December 9, 1933, the daughter of the late Mrs. Midner P. Green.

            She leaves to cherish her loving memories 2 sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Timberlake of Lexington; Tennessee, Mrs. Rose L. Cherry of Nashville, Tennessee; a. brother, John O. Stanford of Lexington, Tennessee; 2 brothers-in law, Wilbert Cherry of Nashville and Lewis E. Timberlake of Lexington, Tennessee; one aunt, Mrs. Elva Shirley, 2 uncles, Alvin T. Phelps of Jackson, Tenn., and Miller Shirley, Lexington, Tenn.; 4 nieces, 9 nephews, 2 great-nieces, one great-nephew, a host of cousins and friends.

            She was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church.

PALLBEARERS
Laymon Carver, Cecil Cathey, Charlie Kennedy, William Johnson, Limon Priddy, Edward Taylor

Flower Bearers
Carrie Carver, Julea M. Douglass, Barbara Johnson, Judieth Johnson, Juno Pearson, Imogene Priddy

Parham Mortuary
85 Barnhill St. Lexington, Tennessee 38351
Ph. 968-6602

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OBSEQUIES
of the late
MRS. BARBARA HARDEN
1948-980

THE NEW LEWIS CHAPEL
A.M.E. CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3,1980
2:00 p.m.

REVEREND CHARLES JACKSON, MINISTER

Interment: Lexington Cemetery

Obituary

            Mrs. Barbara Harden, expired on October 31, 1980, at Jackson General Hospital, after a long illness. She was born June 27, .1948, in Lexington, Tenn., the daughter of Mrs. Narline Timberlake and the late Edward Timberlake.

            She is a graduate of Montgomery High School arid studied at Tennessee State University. She was a teacher for Montgomery Headstart.

            She joined Lewis Chapel Church at an early age, where she was a member of the Junior Choir, Trustee Board, President of Young Adults and former Sunday School Superintendent. She was a devoted member and supporter, and never lost interest in the church during her long months of illness.

            Mrs. Harden leaves to cherish her many fond memories, a former husband, Tafero Harden, one son Darrel, her mother, Mrs. Narlene Timberlake, three sisters, Mrs. Mary Carver, Seat Pleasant, Maryland; Mrs. Herman Jones, New Orleans, Louisiana; Mrs. Arthur Pritchard, Cedar Grove, Tennessee; two brothers, Samuel Timberlake, Lexington and Bobby Taylor, St. Louis, Missouri, paternal grandmother, Mrs. Estelle Kizer, Lexington, paternal grandfather, Eddie Edward, Cedar Grove, Tennessee; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and numerous friends.

PALLBEARERS
Lewis Arnold, John Easly, J. W. Kizer, Dennis Culps, Charlie Kizer, Odell Teague

FLOWER BEARERS
Classmates and Co-Workers

Arrangements Were Made By
PEOPLES MORTUARY
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tennessee

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

MR. VERNON HODGE
1894-1982

Sunday, October 24, 1982
1:00P.M.
PILGRIM REST BAPTIST CHURCH
Lexington, Tenn.

Rev. Samuel White, Officiant

Interment: Lexington Cemetery

OBITUARY

            Mr. Vernon Hodge was born January 22, 1894 in Carroll County to the late Mrs. Suckey Coffee and Julias Hodge. He departed this life Wednesday night October 20, 1982 at Lexington-Henderson County General Hospital after a short illness.

            Mr. Hodge was a member of The Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church.

            Survivors includes one son, Mr. Robert Lee Hodge, Lexington, Tenn.; one daughter, Mrs. Mellissa Thomas, Lexington, Tenn.; other relatives and friends.

CASKET BEARERS
Mr. John L. Kizer, Mr. Clyde Williams, Mr. Tyree Donnell, Mr. Norman Carver, Mr. Cecil Cathey, Mr. Prentice Wadley

FLOWER BEARERS
Mrs. Bertha Jones, Mrs. Elsie Johnson, Mrs. Willie M. Williams, Mrs. Mae L.Johnson, Mrs. Dessie Steele

Arrangements were made by
PEOPLES FUNERAL HOMES
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, Tn. 38351
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, Tn. 38372

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Funeral Services
For
Mrs. Elsie Lee Johnson

September 1899-August 1993

Thursday, August 19,1993
2:00 PM
St Paul Baptist Church Lexington, TN
Rev. Lonnie Black, Pastor

OBITUARY

            The earthly life of Mrs. Elsie Lee Churchwell-Johnson, age 93, came to an end Monday, August 16,1993 at HCA Regional Hospital in Jackson, TN.

            She was the daughter of the late Mr. Frank Churchwell and the late Ms. Mary Lou Montague. She joined the Order of Eastern Star in 1917, and served as a community mid-wife until 1968. She was a member of St. Paul Baptist Church, where she served on the Mothers' Board, and a member of the Missionary Society. Mrs. Johnson was a member of the Senior Choir until her health began to fail.

            She was married to Earnest Buckley, who preceded her in death. To this union two (2) children were born. Both of whom preceded her in death.

            She leaves to mourn her passing: a granddaughter, Patty Parham. Three (3) great-grandchildren: Natalie, Steven and Dawn Parham, all of Lexington, TN. One (1) brother, Roscoe Churchwell of Clifton, TN. Two (2) sisters Menyon Williams of Savannah, TN, and Luvenia Siner of Pontiac, MI. Three (3) devoted nephews: Rev. Billy Dabbs, Rev. John C. Campbell and Rev. Charles Clark. Two (2) devoted nieces: Lisa Clark and Willie M. Dabbs, all of Lexington, TN. Two (2) devoted nurses: Sarah Goyer and Linda Moms, both of Jackson, TN. And a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

CASKETBEARERS
Claude Garrett, Jeffrey Dabbs, Hubert Mercer, Louis Hammond, Jonas Gillispie, Rev. Charles Clark, Jr.

HONORARY CASKETBEARERS
James Pnddy, Ransom Dickerson

FLOWERBEARERS
Eastern Star Sisters, St. Paul Missionary Society, Friends
INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery

Services Entrusted to
Mercer Brothers Funeral Home, Inc.
501 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
Phone (901) 423-4922
Day or Night
"Our First Concern is You"

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The Homegoing Celebration
for
MRS. MAGGIE JONES
1913-1995

Sunday, September 24, 1995
3:00 P.M.
Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
33 Lewis Street
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Samuel White, Officiant

THE OBITUARY

            MAGGIE HELEN TAYLOR JONFS was born in Henderson County, Lexington. Tennessee on October 24, 1913 to the late Roy and Novella "Dollie" Taylor. She graduated from Montgomery High School. She accepted Christ as her personal savior and joined the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in 1924. She was a faithful member and served on the Mother's Board and belonged to the Missionary Society. She remained a devoted member until the time of her illness. She was united in marriage to the late Johnny Jones in 1939. She departed this life Friday, September 22, 1995.

            She leaves to cherish her memory, two sisters, Louise Stanford of Lexington and Elizabeth (William) DeBose of Knoxville, TN; three brothers, Rudolph (Brenda) Taylor and James "Tommy Hawk" Taylor of Knoxville and Richard Taylor, seven nieces, fourteen nephews, a devoted friend, Georgia Taylor and a host of other relatives and friends.

COMMIITAL AND INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

HONORARY CASKETBEARERS
Pilgrim Rest M. B. Church Deacon Board

HONORARY FLOWER BEARERS
Pilgrim Rest M. B. Church Mother Board

ACTIVE CASKETBEARERS
Nephews & Friends

ACTIVE FLOWER BEARERS
Nieces & Friends

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY

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In Loving Memory
of
MARY CATHERINE McDONALD
"GRAND"
1925-1996

Saturday, November 23, 1996
1:00 P.M.
Key's Chapel United Methodist Church
Lexington, Tennessee
The Obituary

            On the morning of November 19, 1996, the death angel entered the room of Mrs. Mary McDonald at the Lexington Manor Health Care Center, and touched her lips with a finger of silence. Mary C. McDonald was born August 24, 1925 in Henderson County, Tennessee to the late Joe Esco and Blondell Stanford. She attended the public schools of Henderson County, graduating from Montgomery high School. She professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Lewis Chapel Church. She was united in marriage to Thomas McDonald and to this union, three children were born.

            She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Thomas McDonald; three daughters, Peggy Bennett of Nashvill; TN, Brenda (Raymond) Douglas of Lexington and Jeanette Minor of Wichita, KS; one brother, Joe Henry (Georgia) Stanford of Lexington; three grandchildren, Valerie Monique Douglas, Jacqueline Denise Douglas and "C" Minor; one aunt, Pauline (Robert) Hutchinson of Indianapolis, IN and a host of other relatives and friends.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

FLOWER BEARERS
Friends

PALLBEARERS
Arthur Pritchard, Marvin Pritchard, Charles Sharp, Sylvester Pritchard, Halbert Campbell, Michael Derrick

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, TN
901-968-5882

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE
MRS. MOZELLA ELIZABETH McDONALD
1892-1982

Saturday, July 31, 1982
10:00 a.m.
LEWIS CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Charles Jackson, Officiant

INTERMENT: Lexington, Cemetery

Obituary

            Mrs. Mozella McDonald was born December 13, 1892 in ________ [2-1/2 unreadable lines]. After moving to Lexington she joined Key's Chapel Church and later Lewis Chapel. Church, and was a very faithful member until her health failed.

            Survivors are two sons, James McDonald and Thomas McDonald, both of Lexington; five grandchildren, Delois, Willliam, Peggy, Brenda, Jeanette; seven great grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Mrs. Willie Williams; one son-in-law, Royal Carver; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Mary C. McDonald; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

PALLBEARERS
Ceci1 Cathey, Edward Kizer, J. W. Kizer, James Priddy, Charles Sharp, W. C. Yarbro

FLOWER BEARERS
Missionary Society of Lewis Chapel Church

PARHAM FUNERAL SERVICES
85 Barnhill St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
Ph. 968-5882

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In Memory
OF

MS. ADDIE MCHANEY
1910-1990

Saturday, May 26, 1990
1:00 p.m.
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Lonnie Black, Pastor
Rev. Norman Carver, Officiant

OBITUARY

            ADDIE MCHANEY, was born September 24, 1910, to Thad McHaney and Mary Cawthon McHaney.

            She departed this life on May 18, at 7:17 a.m.

            She accepted Christ at the age of 12, and united with the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.

            While in Cleveland, Ohio she joined New Home Baptist Church.

            She leaves to treasure her memories one daughter, Mary McClerkin of Cleveland, OH, one sister, Mrs. Lorene Harmon of Lexington, TN, five grandchildren, Freddie Neal (Martha), Argentra Wadley (Paul), James McHaney, Lawanda Lowe and Terence McClerkin, all of Cleveland, OH, twelve great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren, all of Cleveland, OH, and a host of nieces, cousins, and acquaintances.

PALLBEARERS
Officers of St. Paul and Other Friends

FLOWER BEARERS
St. Paul Missionary Society

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, Tennessee

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery

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FUNLRAL SERVICES
FOR
MR. JAMES McHANEY
1905-1981

Conducted From The
LEWIS CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH
343 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tennessee

Wednesday, April 29, 1981
2:00 p.m.
Rev. Charles Jackson, Officiating

INTERMENT: LEXINGTON CEMETERY

MR. JAMES McHANEY

            James McHaney, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry McHaney, was born September 27, 1905, expired April 25, 1981. During his young life he accepted Jesus as his savior, and became a witness for the christian way of life at Lewis Chapel A.M .E. Church. He was a dedicated member, and through the years he served as a Steward, Treasurer, Trustee, and Custodian. His occupations included, Farming, Highway Construction worker, N. C. and ST. L. Railroad employee, and for many years he was employed by the City of Lexington, Tennessee. On May 4, 1944 he married the former Josie Douglas and they resided in Lexington; Mr. McHaney leaves to cherish his many fond memories, a devoted companion, Mrs. Josie McHaney, two sister, Mrs. Ora Thorp, and Mrs. Millie Marrow, both of Paducah, Kentucky, one stepson, L. M. Buckley, Cleveland, Ohio, several nieces and nephews, other relatives and lots of friends.

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Willard Buck, Mack Boren, Vernon Hodges, Chester Crutchfield, Hall Harmon, A. L. Robinson

CASKET BEARERS
Carl Carver, Charley Kennedy, D. J. Robinson, L. B. Harris, James Priddy, Joe Henry Standford

FLOWER BEARERS
Mrs. Willie Mae Dabbs, Mrs. Willie Massey, Mrs. Imogene Priddy, Mrs. Elsie Johnson, Mrs. June Pearson, Mrs. Narline Timberlake

ARRANGEMENTS WERE MADE BY
PEOPLES MORTUARY
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tennessee

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

MRS. ELNORA PARKER
1919-1977

ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee

Sunday afternoon, March 27,
Nineteen Hundred and Seventy Seven
One O'Clock

Rev. H. D. Taylor, Minister
Interment: Lexington Cemetery

Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
In Charge

Obituary
MRS. ELNORA PARKER

            Mrs. Elnora Parker was born in Henderson County to Lem Timberlake and the late Bessie Timberlake. She departed this life March 24, 1977 at 8:30 a.m.

            She attended the public schools of Henderson County.

            She professed a hope in Christ at an early age, and united with Timberlake Grove Baptist Church, later she moved her membership to St. Paul Baptist Church in Lexington.

            She was married to Odell Parker in 1942. To this union were born six children: Three daughters, Mrs. Ann Cockerham, Nashville, Tn., Mrs. Kay Trice, Henderson, Tn., and Mrs. Sandra Gooch, Lexington, Tn.; three sons, Kenny, Danny and Patrick Parker, all of Lexington, Tn.; Father, Lem Timberlake, Memphis, Tn.; one daughter-in-law, Mrs. Julia Parker, Lexington, Tn.; three sons-in-law, G. H. Trice, Henderson, Tn., Curtiss Cockerham, Nashville, Tn., and Edward Gooch, Lexington, Tn.; 2 grandchildren, one uncle, one aunt, other relatives and many friends.

Pallbearers
Willard Buck, William E. Johnson, William Johnson, Edward Kizer, J. W. Kizer, Jr., Robert Pearson

Flower Bearers
Allie V. Arnold, Vassie Lou Flakes, Golden Kizer, Mabel Kizer, Malissla Ann Thomas, Mary E. Yarbro

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The Homegoing Celebration of

MR. GEE OLIVER PEARSON
June 5, 1894-February 13, 1989

Wednesday, February 15, 1989
7:30 P.M.
Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

            Gee Oliver Pearson was born to the late Curry and Vinnie Pearson. He was later adopted by Joe Silas and Mollie Hart. He professed his hope in Christ at an early age, and became a witness for the christian way of life. He was dedicated to the church, and through the years, he served as deacon, treasurer and trustee. He was a mason and a member of St. John Lodge. He married Hattie Cogdell. To this union, five children were born; one preceded him in death.

            He leaves to cherish his memories, two daughters, Viola Smith and Bertha Mae (Jim) Bumpass of Lexington, Tn.; two sons, Herman Pearson of Chicago, Ill, and Jay Will (Lois) Pearson of Anderson, Indiana; nine grandchildren, a devoted granddaughter, Mrs. Willie Mae Dabbs of Lexington, thirty-three great-grandchildren, twenty-one great-great grandchildren, two nieces, Eva Timberlake and Claudia Bonds and a host of other relatives and friends.

The Committal and Final Resting Place
Lexington Cemetery/Family Plot
Lexington, Tennessee

Thursday. February 16, 1989
11:00 AM.

arrangements by
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tn.

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In Loving Memory
Mr. Floyd Everett Pearson
May 6, 1898-February 7, 1996

February 10, 1996
1:00 p.m.
at
Keys Chapel United Methodist Church
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Billy Joe Jackson

Obituary

            Mr. Floyd Everett Pearson was born in Henderson County, May 6, 1898 to the late Nevitt and Ada Pearson.

            Ne professes a hope in Christ at an early age. He united with Cooper's Grove Methodist Church where he served faithfully in many capacities. Later he moved his membership to Key 's Chapel United Methodist Church.

            He was united in holy matrimony to the late Elsie Mae Parker in 1916, and to this union 2 (two) children were born..

            Mr. Pearson was a retired L & L Railroad employee and Henderson County farmer.

            He leaves to cherish his memory a loving and devoted daughter; Mrs. Jerine Garrett, Lexington, TN and a son, Mr. Murray Pearson who preceded him in death, one aunt, Dora Pearson, Lexington, TN; two sister-in-laws, Hazel Motoyer and Lorrine Watson, Omaha, Neb.; 5 grandchildren, 9 great- grandchildren and a host of cousins and friends.

Pallbearers
Ben Cooper, Oscar Hannon, Earl Flakes, Jessie Montague, Thomas McDonald, Ames Pearson

Flowerbearers
Friendship Club

Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, Tennessee
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, Tennessee

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE
Rev. Fletcher W. Pollard
1913-1982

Tuesday, June 29, 1982
1:00 P.M.
ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. Lonnie Black, Officiant

Obituary

            The Rev. Fletcher Wilson Pollard was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee September 20, 1913 to the late Early and Laura Pollard. He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and later became a minister, serving faithfully until he passed away.

            He was married to the late Arlivia Lily Pollard on November 5, 1942. He retired from General Motors Corporation and moved to Lexington in June of 1977. He was an active member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church and Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He served both churches faithfully in many capacities.

            He leaves to cherish his memory three sons, Titus, Daniel and Joseph Pollard, all of Huron; one daughter, Mrs. Lily Pearl Webb, Pontiac, Mi.,; three brothers, Ben L. pollard, Cedartown, Ga., Elmer Pollard, Chattanooga, Tn. And johnny Pollard, Roxboro, Mass.; four sisters, Mrs. Emmaline White and Mrs. Josephine Isaac, both of Chattanooga, Mrs. Macie gibson, Cedartown, Ga. And Mrs. Sylvia Traylor, Pontiac. Mi.; two grandchildren and lots of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers
Mr. ______ Carver, Mr. James Dunivan, Mr. Jerry Graves, Mr. Isaac Harmon, Mr. John Johnson, Mr. Howard Tignor

Flower Bearers
Mrs. ______ Arnold, Mrs. Louanna Black, Mrs. Geneva Brown, Mrs. Nelma Sue Johnson, Mrs. Ruby Pearson
Mrs. Judy Wall

Interment: Lexington Cemetery

PARHAM FUNERAL SERVICE
85 BarnhiII St., Lexington, Tennessee 38351
Ph. 968-5882

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Eulogistic Services
for
MR. ARTHUR LEE (RUBE) ROBINSON

Saturday, July 5, 1997
2:00 P.M.
New Lewis Chapel A.M.E. Church
Lexington, Tennessee
Rev. M. M. Cole, Pastor
Rev. Charles Timberlake, Officiant

OBITUARY

            Arthur Lee Robinson was born June 10, 1907 in Linden, Tennessee to the late Brown and Addieline Robinson. He departed this life on July 1, 1997. He was married to the late Bland Robinson. They had no children, but every child they taught or touched was their child.

            He was a very faithful member of New Lewis Chapel Church where he served faithfully in many capacities. He served for many years as Co-chairman of the Building Committee, Chairman of the Steward Board, a Trustee and a member of the Senior Choir.

            Mr. Robinson was a retired educator, who gave untiring and dedicated service to teaching in Henderson County for thirty-seven years. He began his early education in Perry County. He attended A & I State College in Nashville, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree as well as post-graduate study. In 1932 he was named honorable mention All-American Defensive and Offensive End at TSU on the football team. He was inducted into the TSU Hall of Fame in 1994.

            He taught Agriculture and Science and coached the boys basketball and football teams at Montgomery. He later became principal at Montgomery School from 1956 to 1967. Great works were done under the leadership of Prof Robinson. He saw that each boy and girl got the best education possible. After the closing of Montgomery School, he became the Title One Director of Henderson County.

            Mr. Robinson held memberships in a number of organizations including the Henderson County Board of Education, Chairman of the Henderson County Commission on Aging from 1975-1979, Henderson County Teachers Association, West Tennessee Education Association, Tennessee Education Association, National Education Association, Retired Teachers Association, Montgomery Alumni Association and a faithful member of the Retired Senion Citizens, Volunteer Program.

            He is survived by a sister, Mary Robinson of Dyersburg, TN; two brothers, Andrew W. Robinson and James Robinson, both of Dyersburg, TN; a very devoted and close friend, Odell Parker of, Lexington, TN and a host of other relatives and friends.

            Remember the great words of Mr. A. L. Robinson, "There's no secret to success other than Work, Work and more Work."

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

FLOWER BEARERS
Georgia Stanford, Carrie Carver, Ruby Ellis, Marilyn Henry, Sundra Flakes, Grade Timberlake

ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
Lynn Brown, Joe Henry Stanford, Steve Massey, Samuel Timberlake, Dwight Mason, Arthur Pritchard

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Odell Parker, John Werthing, James H. Pearson, John Murray Pearson. Sr.

arrangements by
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington. TN

Of years gone by and years to come
We will remember Prof. Robinson;
of years gone by and years to come
our ties will be the same.

The story of Prof. Robinson with a legend
that's true as a shining light guiding you,
the story of Prof. Robinson and all he meant
for those of us who were well spent

The story of knowledge, of learning and
precepts of bad times and toils
and visions of depths,
of friendship and joys, sadness and pain
in our hearts will always be kept.

We shall always remember Prof. A. L. Robinson

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In Loving Memory

Mr. Dennis Rush
Nov. 15, 1913-Sept. 13, 1994

Saturday, September 17,1994
1 p.m.
Peoples Funeral Home
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Felix Tuggle, Officiating

Arrangements by
Peoples Funeral Home

Obituary

            We are placed in this world for a limited time, and with the breath of the infant begins the race to the grave. On Tuesday, afternoon, September 13, 1994, the death angel came to the Regional Hospital, Jackson, TN and bore the spirit of Dennis Rush away to a land that in free from the sorrows of this world.

          Dennis Rush was born in Henderson County, November 15, 1913, son of the late Dixie Timberlake Rush and Tom Bell Rush.

            He leaves to cherish his memory two brothers Clyde Rush of New York and G. L. Rush of Detroit, MI; a special friend Ms. Bernice Crayten; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers
Nephews

Flower Bearers
Nieces
Interment Lexington Cemetery

Arrangements entrusted to
Peoples Funeral Home
Serving Since 1968
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, TN 38351
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, TN 38372

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Going Home Services
For
MILLER SHERLEY
July 25, 1909-January 16, 1993

Saturday, January 23. 1993
11:00 a.m.
at
PARHAM MORTUARY
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Norman Carver Officiant

Obituary

            Miller Sherley was born in Bolivar, Tenn. to the late George and Laura Sherley July 25, 1909. He moved to Lexington, Tenn. in 1935 where he worked at the Bailey Sawmill until retirement in 1974.

            On October 2, 1937 he was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Elva Phelps (Tut). They had marital contentment for over 40 years until her passing in 1988.

            He was a member of the Disabled Veterans Organization. He served in the Armed Services during WWII in the 345 - 3rd Quartermaster Company from 1945 to 1947 before his separation at Ft. George Meade, Md. He received a Decoration & Citation WWII Victory Ribbon Army Occupation Medal.

            He leaves to cherish his memory a daughter, Ivy McClaine; three grandchildren, Harlen, Shawn and Kem; five sisters, Ms. Maggie Reeder, Mrs. Lucille Swain, Mrs. Rubye McTezie, Mrs. Lydia Davidson, and Mrs. Wardean Cheslire; three brothers, Booker Sherley, Maston Sherley, and Robert Cheslire; a devoted niece, Mrs. Dorothy Timberlake and a nephew, Charles Harris several other nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Pallbearers
Mitchell Cox, Arnold Pryor, Gary Timberlake, Claude Garrett, Charles Sharp, Keith Timberlake

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In Loving Memory

Mrs. Lilar Mae Bomer Taylor
October 5, 1893-March 16, 1996
[birth year should be 1932]

March 20, 1996
2:00 p.m.
at
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

Obituary

            On Saturday, March 16th at Jackson Madison County General Hospital, around 3:30 o.m., the Holy Angels came and sealed the lips of our beloved Lilar Mae. Lilar Mae Bomer Taylor was born in Henderson County on October 5th, 1932 to the late Chuggie and Carrie Bomer. At an early age she accepted Christ at the Hopewell Baptist Church, where she remained until death. She was educated in the public schools of Henderson County. She was married to the late Carl Lee Taylor.

            She leaves to mourn her passing, one brother, Laviel (Clara) Bomer of Lexington, TN, one stepson, Porter Flakes, Nashville, TN, one aunt, Roxie Gooch, Huntingdon, TN, and a host of nieces and other relatives and friends.

Interment: Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Pallbearers
Michael Smith, James person, Roosevelt Weathers, Punpy Mayo, John Johnson, Lois Williams, Joe H. Stanford, James H. Jones

Flowerbearers
Carrie Jones, Effie Hart, Leola Phelps, Genola Gorgon, Eula M. Johnson, Elnora Edwards

Services entrusted to
Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, TN

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In Loving Memory
Mr. Gladen Thomas
March 16,1925 - January 10, 1996

Sunday, January 14, 1996
2:00 p.m.
at
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiating

Obituary

            Gladen Thomas was born March 16, 1925, in Henderson County, to the late George and Hattie Thomas. Gladen was one of eight children, which five brothers preceded him in death.

            At an early age he accepted Christ as his personal Savior and united with Hopewell Baptist Church and later joined Timberlake Grove Baptist Church, where he remained until death.

              He was married to Auella Parker, who preceded him in death in December 1995. The Holy Angels came and sealed his lips on January 10, 1996.

            He leaves to mourn his passing two daughters, Eventure (Lois) Williams, Mary L. (Devon) Harmon, all of Lexington, TN. Two brothers, Linden Thomas, Lexington, TN and Arua L. Thomas, Detroit, MI., six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, three nephews and a host of nieces, 1 uncle and 1 aunt, other relatives and friends.

Interment: Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Pall Bearers
Johnny Croft, Richard Homer, Dwayne Bomer, Joe Henry Stanford, Bobby Deberry, Larry Parker, Wayne Cathey, Perry Atkins

Flower Girls
Robbie Holder, Shirley McNeal, Sue Thomasm Catherine Corbitt, Sarah Quince, Maxine Priddy, Cynthia Pritchard, Cynthia Quince

Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, TN
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, Tennessee

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In Loving Memory
Mrs. Ruby Avela (Parker) Thomas

August 4, 1925-December 13, 1995

Sunday, December, 17, 1995
1:00 p.m.
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church
Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Felix Tuggles

Obituary

            Life is just one step from the cradle to the grave? On Wednesday morning, December 13,1995 about 10:00 a.m. in her home on 99 Spring St., the Holy Angels came and sealed the lips of our beloved Avella.

            Ruby Avella was born in Henderson Co. on August 4th, 1925, to the late Isola and Buddy Parker. At an early age she accepted Christ as her, personal savior at Timberlake Grove Baptist Church, where she remained a faithful member until her health failed.

            She was educated in the Public Schools of Henderson Co., and was a graduate of Montgomery High School. She served as the assistant secretary of Timberlake

Grove for many years.

            On May 14th, 1949, she was united in holy wedlock to Mr. Gladen Thomas. She leaves to mourn her passing her husband Gladen Thomas, two sisters, Clara (Laurie) Bomer, Lexington, TN, Mrs. Ardell Green, Peoria, IL, one brother, John (Irene) Parker, Lexington, TN, two stepdaughters, Eventure (Earl) Williams, Mary L. (Devon) Harmon, Lexington, TN. Nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Pall Bearers
Bobby Deberry, Tyree Donnell, Odell Teague, Joe. H. Stanford, Roosevelt Weather, James Pearson, Johnny Craft, Micheal Smith

Flower Bearers
Ruby Ellis, Robbie A. Holder, Phyllis Donnell, Denice Parker, Emma Taylor, Carrie Jones, Alma Swift, Sarah Clifford

Interment: Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Peoples Funeral Home
330 Reeves Street, Lexington, TN
603 Clifton Road, Savannah, Tennessee

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE

MR. LEM TIMBERLAKE
1898-1981

Friday, May 29, 1981
1:00 P.M.

PEOPLES FUNERAL HOME
Lexington Tennessee
Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiant

Obituary

            Mr. Lem Timberlake was born in Henderson County on May 10, 1898. He was reared by the late Mr. Eff and Mrs. Laura Timberlake. He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined the Timberlake Grove Baptist Church. Later he moved his membership to the St. Paul Baptist Church in Lexington. After moving to Memphis, he united with the Rock of Ages Baptist Church there. He united in Holy wedlock to the late Mrs. Bessie Parker Timberlake. To this union, one daughter was born. She preceded him in death.

            Mr. Timberlake departed this life Tuesday, May 26, 1981 at the Lexington-Henderson County General Hospital. His survivors include one sister, Mrs. Ruby Harmon, Lexington; one brother, Mr. Tommie Timberlake, Lexington; three grandsons, Kenny Danny and Patrick Parker, all of Lexington; three granddaughters, Mrs. Ann Cockerham, Nashville, Tn., Mrs. Kay Trice, Henderson and Mrs. Sandra Gooch, Lexington; one niece and others.

INTERMENT
Lexington Cemetery

PALLBEARERS
Grandsons

FLOWER BEARERS
Friends

Arrangements Entrusted To
Nathaniel Parham, Jr.
Lexington, Tennessee

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The Homegoing Celebration
of
Mrs. Ervie Parker Timberlake

Wednesday, February 17, 1999
12:00 O'clock Noon

Timberlake Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Wildersville, Tennessee

Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiant

Obituary

            Ervie Parker Timberlake, the youngest of nine children was born November, 16, 1907, to the late Bud and Rebecca Cozart Parker. Mrs. Parker was later united to her step-father, the late Lewis Wilson. Mrs. Timberlake departed this life Sunday, February 14, 1999 at Methodist Hospital of Lexington.

            She attended schools in Wildersville and Nashville, Tennessee. She professed hope in Christ at an early age and united with Timberlake Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where she remained a faithful member as long as her health allowed. She united in Holy Matrimony on April 24, 1926 with Edward Timberlake. To this union, five children were born. One child died in early infancy and a son, Lewis Edward Timberlake preceded her in death in September 1992.

            She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted husband of seventy-two years, Edward Timberlake; three devoted children two daughters, Neta Mae (William "Tody") Johnson and Betty J. Pearson of Lexington, TN and a son, Rev. Charles (Virgil) Timberlake of Hopkinsville, KY; devoted daughter-in-law, Dorothy M. Timberlake; two sisters-in-law, Inez Thomas of Lexington, TN and Excel Kizer of Salinas, KS; twenty-three grandchildren, thirty-six great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren who will cherish her memories; several nieces, two devoted nieces, Georgia Taylor of Lexington and Virgelene Butler of Huntingdon, TN, nephews, cousins, and numerous friends.

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
William "Tody" Johnson, U. L. Butler, John Allen Parker

ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
Grandsons

HONORARY FLOWER BEARS
Young Matrons
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church

ACTIVE FLOWER BEARERS
Granddaughters

Committal and Interment
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Final Arrangements Entrusted To:
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
(910) 968-5882

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The Homegoing Celebration
of
MR. WALTER EDWARD TIMBERLAKE

Saturday, May l, 1999
Timberlake Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Wildersville, Tennessee
Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiant

Obituary

            Walter Edward Titnberlake, the oldest of six children was born April 25, 1907 to the late [lance and Hettie Parker Timberlake. He departed this life on Tuesday, April 27, 1999 at Lexington Manor Nursing Center in Lexington.

            Edward attended school in Henderson County. He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Timberlake Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where he remained a faithful member until his health failed him. He served as a deacon and held the position of treasurer for many years. He loved his church, working hard to reorganize the members when they drifted apart. In 1974, when the new church was erected, he was one of the deacons who was proud to be named on the cornerstone. Christianity does not, however, exempt one from death; it only insures triumph over death. Moses died, Paul died, Jesus died, and all must die. There is no other entrance into our Heavenly Father's house. Although we knew he was not well, his ambition kept his real condition hidden from us; but our Lord knew and in His own time He relieved him of his earthly woes.

            He united in Holy Matrimony on April 24, 1926 with Ervie Parker. To this union, five children were born. One child died in early infancy and a son, Lewis Edward Timberlake preceded him in death in September 1992.

            He leaves to cherish his memory, three devoted children, two daughters, Neta Mae (William "Tody") Johnson and Betty J. Pearson of Lexington, TN, and a son, Rev. Charles (Virgil) Timberlake of Hopkinsville. KY; devoted daughter-in-law, Dorothy M. Timberlake; devoted son-in-law, William "Tody" Johnson; two sisters, Inez Thomas of Lexington, TN and Excel Kizer of Salinas, KS; twenty-three grandchildren, thirty-six great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. cousins and numerous friends.

HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church Deacons

ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
Grandsons

HONORARY FLOWER BEARERS
Senior Missionaries

ACTIVE FLOWER BEARERS
Granddaughters

Committal and Interment
Lexington Cemetery
Lexington, Tennessee

Final Arrangements Entrusted To:
Parham Mortuary
Lexington, Tennessee
(910) 968-5882

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REQUIESCAT IN PACE
of
MR. JAMES WILLIAMS
1925-1983

Thursday, March 3, 1983
1:00p.m.
Timberlake Grove Baptist Church
Hwy 22 North Lexington, Tennessee

Rev. Felix Tuggles, Officiant

Interment: Lexington Cemetery

OBITUARY

            James Williams was born July 17, 1925 in Henderson County to the late Kattie Mae Williams and Mr. Ivory Williams. On Sunday evening at the Madison County General Hospital the death angels came and bore the bright spirit of Mr. Williams away to a land that is free from sickness, sorrow, pain and death.

            He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined the Timberlake Grove Baptist Church and remained a member until death.

            After graduating from Montgomery High School, he received a degree from Lane College. He was an attendance supervisor for the County school system, a veteran of World War II, a member of St. John's Masonic Lodge #43, member of Tennessee Sheriff's Association, Tennessee Education Association, Henderson County Teacher's Association.

            Thirty-six years ago he united in holy wedlock to Mrs. Ruth Ferguson, to this union two sons were born. He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted and loving wife, Mrs. Ruth Williams, two sons, Mr. Larry Williams, Memphis, Tenn., Mr. Ronald Williams, Jackson, Tenn.; two grandchildren, Larry Jr. and Michael A. Williams; father, Mr. Ivory Williams, Lexington; one sister, Mrs. Velzoria Davis, Chicago, Ill.; three brothers, Mr. Lois E. Williams, Mr. F. C. Williams and Mr. Clayton Williams, all of Lexington; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

FLOWER BEARERS
Mrs. Annie M. Cathey, Mrs. Clara Bomar, Mrs. Mary L. Harmon, Mrs. Valine Foreman, Mrs. Laveria Priddy, Mrs. Avella Thomas

HONORARY CASKET BEARERS
Mr. Ray Phelps, Mr. Cecil Cathey, Mr. Joe H. Stanford, Mr. Charlie H. Hart, Mr. Norman Carver, Mr. Johnie Craft

ACTIVE CASKET BEARERS
Tenn. National Guard

PEOPLES FUNERAL HOME
330 Reeves Street
Lexington, Tn. 38351
968-2711

603 Clifton Rd.
Savannah, Tn. 38372
925-2713

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Celebration of the Life of
Brother Grady L. Yarbrough
August 18, 1918-June 21, 1997

Rev. Bobby Carter, Officiating
St. Mary's AME Church
Saltillo, Tennessee

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church
33 Lewis St.
Lexington, Tennesseee 38351
Rev. Samuel White - Pastor

Thursday, June 26, 1997
2:30p.m.

Obituary

            The Angel of the Lord came and summoned Brother Grady L. Yarbrough to sleep on Saturday, June 21, 1997. Grady was born on August 18, 1918 in Decatur County, Tennessee to the late Ed and Millie Yarbrough.

            Grady received his education at Hardin County School System, grades 1 through 10. He came to Montgomery high School in 1939 to complete his high school years. He attended Tennessee A & I State University for 3 years, before entering the U.S. Army, where he received an honorable discharge in 1945. Grady continued his education at Nashville Barber College in 1945, and received his barbers license.

            Grady confessed his faith in Christ at an early age, and united with the St. Mary's AME Church. He worked faithfully as a Steward, Financial Secretary and as a Choir Member until his health prevented him from serving. He was well known for his personality and hospitality. He worked untiringly around his home and church, doing whatever his hands would find to do. He loved and supported his church and family faithfully

            Grady was a retired employee for the City of Austin, Texas. He also worked for many years for the City of Lexington.

            Grady was well known in his community, and received many awards and certificates of appreciation. Among them are: Certificate of Appreciation from City of Austin, TX for many years of loyal service, Steward Certificate of the AME Church, Certificate of Recognition for Special Honors for excellence in Stewards, Trustees and Class-Leader, The Key Man Award of the National Safety Council of Austin, Texas, Certificate of Appreciation from the Tennessee River Missionary Baptist District Association, and was a member of the St. John Lodge #43, where he served as The Most Worshipful Brother for many years.

            Grady united in holy Matrimony to the former Imogene Johnson on April 20, 1984. The final chapter in the book of Life for Brother Grady Yarbrough has been completed. He was a dedicated servant of the Lord with a kind spirit and a noble heart. His life is witnessed, celebrated, and remembered by his family: His wife, Imogene Yarbrough, a son, Tommy Yarbrough (Aretha), 2 step-sons, Dean M. Johnson (Rosalind), and John Mayes.3 sisters-in-law, Leana Gordon, Rose Everett, and Arlinda Johnson. 3 brothers-in-law, William (Joy) Johnson, Sam (Betty) Johnson, Jr. and Clint H. Johnson, his father-in-law Sam Johnson, Sr., 4 close cousins, W. T. (Elsie) Yarbrough, Terry (Nola) Yarbrough, Georgella (Phillip) Thornton, and Freddie Miller. He will long be remembered by many other relatives and friends.

Interment
Lexington Cemetery

Services Entrusted to
Selmer Mortuary
Selmer, Tennessee

Active Pallbearers
James Burge, Corey L. Johnson, Michael Jones, Stanley Campbell, David E. Johnson, Fredrick Yarbrough

Honorary Pallbearers
Lynn Lowery, Leondus Smith, Robert Pearson, Sr., Henry Chapman, John B. Johnson, W. C. Yarbrough

Floral Bearers
Alice Faye Lowery, Jo Elle Lowery, Pat Yarbrough, Teresa Crowder, Marlina Burge, Patricia Jones

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