Local obituaries for Bowlin Funeral Home Inc.
Hazel Ann Purdum
Jan 14, 2026
Hazel Ann Purdum, born on June 21, 1960, in Chicago, IL, passed away at her home on January 14, 2026. She lived a life marked by love, service, and a passion for the simple joys of the world around her.
Hazel was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, where she served as a communication specialist. Her dedication to...
Carl Stanley Fuqua
Jan 2, 2026
Carl Stanley Fuqua, 76 of Martin, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home. Graveside funeral services will be held Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 2 pm at Sandy Branch Cemetery in Chestnut Glade. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday at Bowlin Funeral Home from 12 pm until 1:30 pm. Carl was a...
Kenneth Wayne Taylor
Jan 2, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Taylor, 79 of Dresden, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 11 am at Bowlin Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Gardens in Jackson, TN. Visitation will be Tuesday at Bowlin Funeral Home from 9 am until service time at 11 am. Kenneth was...
Rosie Mae Ray
Dec 30, 2025
Rosie Mae Ray, 80 of Dresden, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Weakley County Nursing Home. Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Liberty Cemetery at 11 am. Burial will follow at the cemetery. There will not be any visitation at Bowlin Funeral Home. Friends may gather in the cemetery at 11 am for the...
Kerry Puckett
Dec 27, 2025
**This is a courtesy obituary announcement**
Mr. Kerry Puckett age 78 of Palmersville, TN passed away at 9:34 PM Saturday December 27, 2025 at the Princeton Health & Rehab in Princeton, Ky.
He was of the Baptist Faith, retired Truck Driver and a Army Veteran where he served from 1968 to 1970.
He is survived by 1 sister- Diane McCullough of Paris, TN...
Tina White Smith
Dec 26, 2025
Tina White Smith, 69 of Dresden passed away on Friday, December 26 in her home surrounded by family. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 10 AM until the time of the service at 2:00PM at the Macedonia Church of Christ, Lower Sharon Rd. Sharon, TN. Tina was born on February 25, 1956 in Paris, TN to...
Kathy Allen
Dec 23, 2025
Kathy Allen, 65 of Dresden, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at her home. Graveside services will be held Saturday, December 27, 2025 at Sunset Cemetery at 11 am. Burial will immediately follow. There will not be any visitation at Bowlin Funeral Home. Friends may gather in the cemetery at 11 am for the graveside service. Kathy was born in Union...
Hazel Ann Webb
Dec 18, 2025
Hazel Ann Webb, age 69 of Sharon, TN, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Jackson Madison County General Hospital. Hazel's wishes were to be cremated. There is no memorial service scheduled at this time. She is survived by her son James Lannom, Sr.; daughter-in-law Jolita Martin; brothers Joe Johnson, Larry Johnson, and Robert Johnson; sisters Lisa Johnson, Faye Carrington,...
Mary Jane Cobb
Dec 17, 2025
Mary Jane Cobb, born on December 11, 1950, in Trenton, TN, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, at the Weakley County Nursing Home. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever resonate within the hearts of her family and friends. A Memorial service will be held Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 2 pm at...
Evangeline Flora McDonald
Dec 15, 2025
Evangeline Flora McDonald, 74 of Dresden, passed away Monday, December 15, 2025 at West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 12:00 pm at the Fuller Street Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Sunrise Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday at the church from 11:00 am until service time at 12:00 pm. Evangeline was...
Lyle Cecil Weidner II
Dec 9, 2025
Lyle C. Weidner II, a beloved brother, son, and uncle, departed this life on December 9, 2025, at home surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born in Knox, Indiana on March 23, 1958, to Lynn Weidner and the late Viola Kajer Weidner. He served in the U.S. Airforce during the Vietnam War. He was a self-employed mechanic and...
Virginia Prince Perkins
Dec 4, 2025
Virginia Prince Perkins, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed this life on December 4, 2025, at the Weakley County Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in the quaint town of Sharon, Tennessee, on October 5, 1928, Virginia lived a vibrant life marked by her unwavering love for her family and her passion for music.
Throughout her life,...
Virginia Lee Elliott
Dec 3, 2025
Virginia Lee Elliott, born on October 7, 1936, in Dresden, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on December 3, 2025, at AHC Van Ayer in Martin, Tennessee, surrounded by her loved ones. She was a cherished member of her community and family, known for her kindness and devotion to those she held dear. She served as the Dresden city recorder from January...
Fonda Ann Holst
Nov 24, 2025
Fonda Ann Holst (nee. Dotson) was born December 2, 1937, in West Union, West Virginia, in an apartment in the basement of the Church of Christ. She was the 5th child of six born to Pearl J. Dotson and Lenora Dotson (nee. Swiger). They moved to Wolf Summit, WV, where she attended school in Bristol, WV. During her senior year...
Betty Babb
Nov 24, 2025
Betty Babb, 91 of Martin, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at Diversicare in Martin. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 1, 2025 at 2 pm at Bowlin Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Hopewell Cemetery in Gleason, Visitation will be held Monday at Bowlin Funeral Home from 10 am until service time at 2 pm. Betty was born...
Junior Dell Simmons
Nov 23, 2025
Junior Dell Simmons, age 98 of Sharon, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Van Ayer AHC Nursing Home in Martin, after suffering a heart attack in June.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Corinth Baptist Church in Sharon, Tennessee. Visitation will be open from 10:30am until the service begins at 1:00 pm with burial to follow in...
Hershel Boone
Nov 13, 2025
Hershel Boone, a devoted father, brother, and community member, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, at the Weakley County Nursing Home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 18, 1924, in Ridgely, TN, Hershel led a life marked by hard work and dedication. He made his mark as a respected truck driver, a career that exemplified his commitment...
James Ronnie Turner
Nov 9, 2025
James Ronnie Turner, a cherished member of the community, departed this life on November 9, 2025, at the Weakley County Nursing Home. James was born on April 20, 1949, in Dresden, TN, and lived a life filled with love, family, and service to others.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Debbie Turner; son Derek (Samantha) Turner; brothers Thomas and Donnie...
Mary Elizabeth Freeman
Nov 8, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Freeman, born on February 24, 1938, in Dresden, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.
Mary was known throughout her life for her vibrant spirit and love for social gatherings. She was a proud member of...
Martha Jo Merrell
Nov 8, 2025
Martha Jo Merrell 89 of Union City, formerly of Dresden passed away November 8, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union City. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Bowlin Funeral Home at 12:00pm. Barial will follow in Caldonia Cemetery in McKenzie. Visitation will be held Wednesday at Bowlin Funeral Home from 10:00am until service time at...
