The Commercial Appeal

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...

Mary Juanita Makris, age 80, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House with her husband of 50 years, Steve Makris, by her side. Raised in Brownsville, TN, she graduated from Haywood County High School in 1961. In 1976, with her husband and partner, Steve, they opened The Stage Stop, which would become a Memphis music staple. Nita Makris, affectionately known as the matriarch of The Stage Stop, dedicated over four decades to the people and the music within those walls. Her passion for music transcended mere business; it was a labor of love. The worn stage that hosted countless bands, the wooden dance floor that had to be waxed often and was perfect for a slow...

Thomas Nesbitt Eddins III (Tommy), 61, passed away suddenly at his home in Charleston, SC, the morning of March 27, 2024, due to cardiac complications. He was born on September 19, 1962, in Greensboro, NC, and is the son of Thomas Nesbitt and Barbara Elliott Eddins. Tommy grew up in Atlanta. He was proud to be from the Peach State and cherished friendships from his youth made at both The Lovett School and Christ School in Arden, NC. Following his graduation from Christ School in 1981, Tommy enrolled at College of Charleston. He then transferred to the University of Georgia and ultimately received his degree from Georgia State. Tommy's professional career began in Olive Branch, MS, as a...

Dudley Pledger Schaefer, of Germantown Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2024 surrounded by his family. Dudley was born in Memphis to Osborne and Martha Wood Schaefer on March 5, 1934. After graduating from Central High School, he attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville before returning to Memphis to graduate from Southwestern. After graduation he married his high school sweetheart, Joan Winter, his bride of 68 Years. Dudley was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church, where he was known for passing out Beanie Babies to all the children. Dudley worked in the millwork business for 64 years, beginning his career at Central Woodwork, moving on to start his own company...

Philip Edwin Toombs, 66 of Barlett passed away on Friday March 22, 2024, after a long battle with a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). He was born to parents Aubrey and Ila Toombs on May 7,1957 in Memphis TN. Phil graduated from Treadwell High School in 1976. Phil was a member of the Highland Presbyterian Church. He will be remembered for his love of fishing and history. Whether casting lines on serene lakes or exploring historical landmarks, he found solace and joy in every moment spent amidst nature's beauty and the echoes of the past. Though his health limited his activity these last years, Phil's love of history still ran deep as he enjoyed watching documentaries and...

James Lester Garrott, Jr., 76, of Proctor, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at his home on March 22, 2024. Jimmy, as he was best known, was born in Memphis, Tennessee on May 13, 1947, the oldest of four children to Jim and Bobbie Lee Garrott. Jimmy grew up in Proctor, Arkansas on the family-owned farm, N.S. Garrott & Sons. He graduated from West Memphis High School and attended the University of Arkansas before returning to the farm, where he joined his dad and uncle, Jack Garrott, in the farming industry. He excelled in the farming business for many years, growing mostly cotton and soybeans. Years later, his love for country living and wanting to garden, raise chickens and provide for...

Mary Jane (Janie) Van Horn, age 89, passed away March 21, 2024. Janie never met a stranger and had a great sense of humor. She was a successful real estate agent and homemaker. She loved tennis, dancing and all things athletic. Janie is preceded in death by her husband Gene and her daughter Theresa. Gene and Janie were married for 46 years prior to his death. They built an amazing life together ultimately settling in Memphis. They and their daughter are now reunited in heaven. Janie is survived by her sister Marlene, son Alan (Kacee), son David (Michelle) and son Danny (Erina). Janie was "Nana" to ten wonderful grandchildren: Nic, Kristin, Lou, Claire, Lindsey, Alison, Grant, Rachel, Madison...

Bill Carl Weber, M.D. entered the Church Triumphant on March 19, 2024. He was born in Wahoo, Nebraska December 6, 1937, was predeceased by his parents, Carl Willard and Mary Diantha Weber, a brother Ben Walker Weber, and a son Benjamin Walker Weber (Chrissy). He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Vicki Smith Weber, his delightful daughter, Eliza Bentley Weber, and the joy of his life, a grandson, Beckett Reid Weber, both from Leeds, Alabama. Dr. Weber graduated from Central High School, Memphis in 1955, completed his premedical undergraduate education at Southwestern at Memphis College, and received his M.D. degree from the University of Tennessee School of Medicine, Memphis. ...

Donna Kaye Lillard passed away on March 16, 2024. Born on December 30, 1961, to Peggy and Robert H. Lillard, Sr., in Jackson, Tennessee, Donna graduated from Briarcrest High School in Memphis and the University of Mississippi, from which she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting. After working in public accounting, Donna began a long career in the investment industry, primarily as a Compliance Officer at such firms as NewSouth Capital Management, Wunderlich Securities, and Vining Sparks. Donna's meticulous nature and commitment to always doing the right thing were perfectly suited to her compliance work. The rescue, nurturing, and companionship of her cats meant a great deal to...

Leon Bart White, III, 46, of Memphis, Tennessee, was born on April 28, 1977 and passed away on March 14, 2024. He was a carpenter. Leon is survived by his parents, Kathy & Leon Bart White, Jr.; two sisters, Candy White and Chastity White Leos (Ruben); grandmother, Marie Eppinette; three nephews, Hunter White, Christian Villagrana and Little Ruben; a niece, Josenly Leos; and aunts, Gloria Maris (Bobby), Loretta Butler (Doug), Mary Jane Butler (Ricky) and Joyce Butler (Dennis); many cousins, and his dog, Rowdy. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leon White, Sr., Bobby and Jocie Butler. Visitation will be 12 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 until service begins at 1 p.m. at High Point...

MARY ANN STRICKLAND passed Monday March 11, 2024. Born to Floyd and Margaret Strickland in Memphis, Tenn on September 8, 1950She was preceded her in death by her parents, brothers Floyd Strickland, Jr. and George Strickland. She is survived by her brother David Strickland (Judy), her Sister-In-Law Betty Strickland, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great, great nieces and nephews as well as her two dogs Joy and Bambi. Mary Ann will be interred beside her parents in Memphis, Tenn. on Thursday, March 21 at 1:00pm at Memorial Park Cemetery..

ANGELA RENE LANE, age 61, of Cordova, TN passed away on March 9, 20224 in Germantown, TN. She was born on July 14, 1962 in Knoxville, TN to the late Woodlyn Lockhart and David Lockhart. She was of the Methodist faith. Angela is survived by her father, David Lockhart; and her sister, Alise Harris. Angela pursued higher education and achieved a Masters in Education from Tusculum Collete. She dedicated her career to teaching, impacting the lives of many students throughout her years. In her leisure time, Angela enjoyed her hobby of reading and caring for cats, finding joy and comfort in their companionship. May Angela Rene Lane be remembered for her passion for teaching, her loving friendships,...

Anna Kay Poe passed away Wednesday March 6th, 2024 at the Village of Germantown after her battle with Leukemia. She grew up in Memphis with many of her still surviving friends and went to University of Tennessee where she met and married her deceased husband of 65 years, T James Poe, Jr (Jim). She was a dedicated military wife and mother and after her husband retired from the military, she had a career for many years in Memphis as a court reporter. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many, and loved by all who met her. She had a kind spirit and a servant's heart. She leaves behind her 2 daughters, Lori Hall, Leanne Yates (Jim), 7 grandchildren and 17 great...

Henry Winston Trigg, born on March 3, 1981 in Houston, Texas passed away unexpectedly on his 43rd birthday, March 3, 2024. He entered this world only minutes before his identical twin brother, Haden and they were rarely separated from then on. Henry attended Poe Elementary where he met lifelong friends, enjoyed riding bikes through the streets of Boulevard Oaks and played ten years of baseball in West University Little League. Henry attended middle school at St. Michael followed by St. Thomas High School where he played football and doubles tennis with his brother, Haden. Wrestling was the sport he truly loved. He placed in State his senior year. EFND! After graduating from St. Thomas in...

Joy Wenzler Crawford, age 80, of Statham, GA passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024. She was preceded in death by parents, Jimmy and Dorothy Helms Wenzler; sister, Delorse Beaman; brother, Jimmy Wenzler. Mrs. Crawford is survived by her husband of sixty-one years, John R. Crawford; children, Brenda Kay Roberts, Glenn Alan (Kim) Crawford; six grandchildren, Nick, Kourtney, Justin, Christian, Nicole, Dalton; seven great-grandchildren, Kimberly, Kiley, Olivia, Cayden, Hudson, Hunter, Brynlee; brothers, Danny Wenzler, Mike Wenzler. She was born on March 30, 1943 in Memphis, TN and was a 1961 graduate of White Station High School in Memphis. Mrs. Crawford attended University of Memphis State...

Sarah Galyon Jortner, age 98, passed away on February 21. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend. Sarah was born in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1926 and spent her childhood there. She taught herself to sew and also became an accomplished pianist in high school. She met and married John Dorian in 1948, and they moved to Memphis, where they started their family. They went on to have six children. As a mother and homemaker, she organized many school fundraisers, sewed dresses for her daughters, and hosted countless Easter egg hunts and birthday parties. The house was always a hive of activity and music. Sarah married Marvin Jortner in 1970 and they...

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...

Patricia Holdford Mason was called home to heaven on February 10, 2024. Born in Memphis in 1942, Pat was the daughter of Charlie and Gladys Holdford. She attended Whitehaven High School, where she was active in the speech club and theater. After her graduation in 1960, she attended Mississippi University for Women. She then returned to Memphis to marry her high school sweetheart, Charles Mason. After getting married, she worked for her father at Holdford Brick Company, as a model at Patricia Stevens Modeling School, and many years as office manager in Charles's downtown Memphis dental practice. In 1990, they moved to Decaturville, Tennessee, where they continued to work together in...

Gordon Lee Jones Sr., 86, passed away Saturday February 10, 2024. Gordon was born July 21, 1937 in Memphis, TN He was preceded in death by his parents, Forrest Rebel Jones and Helen Bess Hartman Jones and two brothers Forrest Robert Jones Sr. and Leonard Eugene Jones Sr., late wife Betty Jean Houlihan Jones and son in law, Wallace Moll. Gordon attended Merrill and Gordon Elementary Schools Memphis, TN and Graduated High School Humes High School 1956 Memphis, TN. He attended Memphis State University, State Tech Institute, Southwest Community College, and Auburn University Extension Center-Montgomery Alabama. He served 8 years in US Army National Guard, and US Army Reserve. Received Honorable...

Charles passed away on February 9, 2024 from brain cancer at his home in Olive Branch. He was a Christian and a member of Longview Heights Baptist Church. He was also retired from Steamfitters Union Local 614. Charles loved to play golf with his buddies as much as possible. Charles leaves his wife Peggy, two daughters Rebecca Sherman (Bob) and Angie King (James), four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, sister Linda Hall (David), and his little dog, Eleanor. Charles was loved much by his family and will never be forgotten. Casual dress.

Charles Duane Brown, age 82, of Memphis passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024. He was employed with the Memphis IRS Service Center from August 1971 until his retirement on September 2005 and maintained the "In Memoriam" list for the IRS and was a funeral service specialist for Memphis Funeral Homes. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and twin sister and leaves behind his two cats and many friends. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon of Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens-Bartlett with family receiving friends one hour prior to his service. Entombment will follow at Memorial Gardens Eagle Mausoleum. Memorials...