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Jennie Carolyn Rainey, 92, passed away October 2, 2024 in Memphis, TN. Visitation will be , Monday, October 7th, 2024, 12:00 pm until service time at 2:00 pm all held at Family Funeral Care, 4925 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122.

Ronald Smith Whitehurst, 72, passed away Monday, September 23, 2024 in Memphis, TN. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Erskin and Francille Whitehurst; brother Steve Whitehurst and grandson, Chase Whitehurst. He is survived by daughter, Amy Whitehurst Hurt (Stephen); son, Jason Whitehurst (Tyra); seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Ronald will be remembered for his positive outlook on life and bringing joy to everyone he came in contact with throughout his life.

Myrtice Rebecca (Bond) Epperson, age 82, of Franklin, TN went to be with the Lord on September 20, 2024 at Charter Senior Living of Franklin. She was a long-time resident of Memphis and only recently moved to Franklin to be closer to family. The family wishes to thank the staff at Charter Senior Living for their wonderful care and love for Myrtice, and she was so happy there and making friends. Myrtice was born September 30, 1941 in Columbus, GA, and grew up most of her childhood in Dothan, AL. She was the second of three children and preceded in death by Dexter Dellmus Bond (1914-1964) and Eloise Petterman Bond (1913-1978). Myrtice is survived by her daughter, Pamela McAdams (Kevin) of...

Kenneth Thomason, 97 passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024. Online condolences can be made at familyfuneralmemphis.com

Jimmy L. Lamb, 92, passed away April 7, 2024 in Somerville, Tennessee. He was born in Corinth, Mississippi. He graduated from Treadwell High School in 1951. He was in the United States Airforce. He worked and retired from Massey Ferguson. Jimmy was a passionate supporter of Ole Miss Football, cheering on his beloved team with unwavering enthusiasm through every game. Golf was not just a hobby for him; it was a way of life. He found solace and joy on the greens every day, mastering the sport with dedication and skill. He had a green thumb and found comfort in working in his yard and tending to his beloved flowers. His love for nature was evident in every bloom and blade of grass he...

Tommie Lou O'Donniley, Memphis, TN, daughter of Claudine Rigsby & Thomas J O'Donniley, sister to Jerry R O'Donniley, & best friend of Nita Mayo, has passed away in her home in Germantown, TN, surrounded by family while Love Me Tender by Elvis Presley played, on 2/20/24 at the age of 82. Tommie Lou was born with a developmental delay in Carol County TN to parents that joined with other parents of special needs children to help pave the way for people with disabilities. She was able to attend the Lenox school for special education & later worked & retired from SOS Industries after 40 years of service. She was well known in the community attending her family church, Leawood...

James Costello,84, passed 03/11/2023 Family Funeral Care 901-761-8000

Margaret Ann (Meg) O'Shaughnessy, a devout Christian, made her way home to the Lord on Thanksgiving Day, November 24th, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence V. O'Shaughnessy, Charlotte A. O'Shaughnessy (nee Bracke) and by her business partner and good friend Kay Wright. She leaves her brothers, Michael L. and Daniel J. O'Shaughnessy and her sisters, Maureen O. Rowan and Carolyn O. Waters. In addition, Meg leaves nephews, Paul O'Shaughnessy, Chase Rowan and Benjamin Waters and nieces Devon O. Birch and Victoria Waters as well as five greatnieces/nephews. A lifelong Memphian and graduate of the University of Memphis, Meg was very close to her friends and staff at work. Meg...

Debra "Debbie" Robinson, 62, died November 2, 2022 at Holly Springs Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Holly Springs, MS. Debbie was born February 5, 1960 in Shreveport, LA to Rena Winnings and Jim Adams. Debbie married Ronald Robinson on September 27, 1980 and were married for 42 years. Debbie loved to read, make people laugh, and helped to "raise" the many children she babysat over the years. She was also an honorary volunteer Firefighter. Debbie is survived by her husband, Ron; two daughters, Heather (Anthony) Adams, Lindsey (Chris) Dixon; three grandchildren, Baylee Dixon, Sadie Grace and Jaxson Adams; her sister, Sherry (David) Jackson; her father, Jim Adams; three nieces...

Bobby Glenn Lindsey, 79, of Oakland, TN passed away on August 2, 2022.. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation at Family Funeral Care on Saturday, August 6, 2022 from 1-2 pm with a funeral service to begin at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Memphis Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made in Glenn's honor to the ASPCA.

Brenda Winstead Williamson, age 74, passed away Sunday July 31, 2022 in Collierville TN at Baptist Hospital. She was born on September 2, 1947, in Martin Tennessee. Brenda was the third daughter of Robert Glen Winstead and Novella Gardner Winstead. She leaves to cherish her memory her sisters, June Alder and Faye Bridger (Sonny); her daughters, Sondra Frazier and Cindy Younger (Mark); three grandchildren, Brayden Frazier, Cole Younger and Dr. Rachel Younger. She was an excellent cook, mother, sister and grandmother. Brenda loved her grandchildren, U of M and Grizzles basketball. She was a small business owner (Flower boutique) until her retirement. The family will receive friends on...

Jerry Lee Crawford , 79, passed away on July 30, 2022, Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Family Funeral Care.

Eva Sue Hammons, age 84, of Collierville, TN went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 17, 2022 at home following a lengthy illness. She was born in Falkner, MS on March 26, 1938 to Charles Joseph and Effie Josie Shelton Butler. She graduated from Falkner High School in Falkner, MS and subsequently moved to Memphis where she worked in the proof department of First Tennessee Bank. Her career in banking spanned nearly 30 years before she retired to work with her husband in their family business. She faithfully attended Bellevue Baptist Church for several decades where she served by making coffee for multiple Bible fellowship classes on Sunday mornings. She enjoyed...

Herbert L Cornell, 87, of Memphis, TN passed away on May 5, 2022. The funeral service will be held Friday, May 13 at Family Funeral Care on Summer Ave followed by interment at Memorial Park South Woods. Mr. Cornell was born on April 29, 1935 in Memphis, TN to Eula And Alfred Cornell. He is survived by his childhood sweetheart and wife of 67 years, Anita Cornell. His son, Steve Cornell, and his two daughters, Dana Richardson and Julie Sacco, seven grandchildren: Melissa, James, Anthony, Amanda, Matt, Samuel, and Camila as well 3 great grandchildren: Alli, Bryan, and Ava. Herbert graduated from Messick High School and started Cornell Tarpaulin Company with his father on N. 3rd Street which...

Margaret Lynn "Lynn" Caswell, 80, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2022. Lynn was born on December 31, 1941 to Frank and Lynn Walker of Cordova, TN, where she spent her younger years. Lynn was a very talented pianist, like her Mother. She played at numerous churches and taught piano to many cherished students who loved her. Lynn loved her family, music and dancing! She worked at Exxon in Houston, Texas and was also a very successful Mary Kay consultant there before returning home to the Cordova area. Lynn leaves her beloved children Melanie Johnson of Wewahitchka, FL Peggy Johnson Eskew of Rosamond, CA and Kevin Harrell of Memphis; grandchildren Jennifer Hughes of Middleton, TN, Jason...

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Mary Ann Frazier went to be with her Lord on March 25, 2022 (98 yrs.). Her life was a testimony of Philippians 1:21 - "For me to live is Christ, to die is gain." There will be a memorial service on April 24, 3:00 PM, at First Evangelical Church, 735 Ridge Lake Blvd., Memphis, TN 38120. Visitation will follow the service. For full eulogy: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/memphis-tn/mary-frazier-10662088

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Doris June Brown, age 88, passed away peacefully in the early morning of March 7, 2022. On October 17, 1933, she was born to Thomas J. and Opal Bowling Nelson in Memphis, Tennessee. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; her husband, Earl "Buddy" Brown; her brothers, Thomas and Howard L. Nelson, and her son, John Brown. She was a modest, patient person, contented with the simple things in life. She told everyone that she was a Southside Scrapper; she stayed true to being a Scrapper right up to the end. Her favorite sport to watch on television was professional football, and her favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys; Doris was a diehard fan. She valued her family and close...

William Hal "Goldie" Goldman, 85, passed away in Bartlett, TN. He was a retiree from I.C.R. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 11, 2022 at 2pm at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens.

Steve Jum Yee, artist, naturalist, and avid fisherman, transcended this world on February 22, 2022 at the age of 87. Steve is survived by his daughter, Phyllida Stonecipher; grandchildren, Benjamin, Alison, Joshua, and Isabella; and three great grandchildren. He was born on July 29, 1934 in China. After making his way to the U.S., he grew up in Greenville, MS, where he won 1st place in his high school art show. He studied at Memphis College of Art and later founded a successful advertising company. Steve, most well-known for his art inspired by nature, was a locally acclaimed artist, receiving numerous local and national awards for his work over the years. A solo exhibition of his artwork...