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The Tri-City Reporter, Thursday, February 4, 2010 Page 5
Obituaries ETHEL MAE WALKER Rutherford – Funeral services for Ethel Mae Walker, 97, were held January 30, 2010, at Leitherland Funeral Home. Brother Tim Fuqua assisted by Brother Roger Utter officiated the services. Burial was held at Rutherford City Cemetery. Ethel Mae Walker died Wednesday, January 27, 2010, at Dyer Nursing Home. She was a resident of Rutherford. She was born August 25, 1912 to George Thomas Pigg and Donie Ann Pigg of Harding County. She was married June 17, 1928, to Leonard Henderson Walker of Waynesboro, who died December 21, 1941. She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, J.T. Walker of Greenfield, a granddaughter, Linda Witherspoon Gandy of Memphis, a son-in-law, Ellis Witherspoon of Rutherford, three brothers, Willie, Rex, And Richard Pigg of Savannah and a sister, Hazel, died in infancy. Mrs. Walker was a member of the Rutherford Church of Christ and a long-time Sunday school teacher. She was a former employee of Kellwood in Rutherford. She is survived by two daughters, Jean Witherspoon Bell (Jerry) of Rutherford and Betty Welch Grainger (Everett) of Palmersville, two sons, Clovis Walker (Pat) of Rutherford and Bobby Walker (Patsy) of Springhill, a daughter-in-law, Susie Walker of Greenfield, Thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, four great, great grandchildren and a brother, L.G. Pigg of Clifton. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great grandsons.
GENE THOMAS TAYLOR Dyer – Funeral services for Gene Thomas Taylor, 61, were held February 3, 2010, at Hunt Funeral Home in Bradford. Brother Lynn Tharpe officiated the services. Burial was held at Poplar Grove Cemetery. Mr. Taylor passed away January 30, 2010, at his residence. He was self-employed at Gene’s Auto Supply. He is survived by his wife, Joy Taylor of Dyer, two daughters, Tina Eddlemon (Dewayne) of Dyer and Gina Thomas (Tracy) of Gadsden, one brother, Cloney Taylor of Union City and seven grandchildren.
Kenton News Kenton has lost another of her distinguished citizens with the passing of Mr. Andy Newman last week. Mr. Newman was know and loved by many and will certainly be sorely missed. We offer our most sincere condolences to his family and friends. To the delight of many, Mother Nature blanketed our area with several inches of snow last week. Children and adults alike enjoyed sledding, snow-ball fights, building snowmen, and making snow angels and snow cream. It was a beautiful display of winter precipitation.
Golden Agers Nineteen members met on January 27 under the leadership of Brother John Fields who gave the blessings for the food. Following the fellowship, many prayer concerns were expressed, Rita Hicks, Phillip Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Jim White, Sue Clark, Mae Summers, Martha Stephenson, Diane Pierce, Terry Jewell, Paris Bryant, Shirley Shull, Johnny Tyree White, several unspoken. Tyree White led the prayer for the sick. Happy birthday was sung to Jane Forseyth. Dola Acree led the group singing accompanied by Alice Ernest in singing “Amazing Grace” and “A Sweet Sweet Spirit.” A brief discussion was held on giving a love offering on the first Wednesday to cover incidentals as the need arises and it was agreed. Brother Marcus Kelly led the devotional choosing his favorite book,
Card of Thanks Dear Friends, God is good! Our family is humbled by His greatness. We were blessed with good news since my surgery. We know it is because of all of the prayers on my behalf. Special thanks to everyone that came to the hospital on the day of my surgery, especially Brother Brian and as always, Brother Tim. Every card, call, food and prayers has been wonderful. Please remember me as I continue my recovery. Cara and Dale Marvin and family
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Food for Thought: Smile in times of hardship. Smile in times of fun. Smile even when you’d rather not, and your blahs will be on the run. Prayer List: Paul Lee Williams, Elmer Williams, Carol Primrose, Sam Weatherly, Eurby Sanders, Freda Lamar, Jesse Davidson, Elaine Davidson, Sammy Wade, Sue Rush, Joe Rush, Bobby Joe Rush, Billy Wardlow, Henry Herane, and Clint McLodge. Thanks for relaying your news to: kentonnews@hotmail. com
By Virginia Burgess “The Gospel of John.” He spoke of how everything has changed, the different ideas of Jesus, How Peter was destined to die and redeemed by Christ. We were dismissed with prayer by Bro. Marcus.
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RALPH E. GOODMAN Booneville, MS – Ralph E. Goodman, 84, died Monday, January 18, 2010, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo. He was an office manager with Brown Shoe Company for over 35 years, then a teller with Renasant Bank for ten years. He was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Booneville where he served as Lay Leader, Sunday school teacher and on several church boards. He was a WWII Navy veteran, a Master Mason on Lodge 305, and a board member for the local library. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed writing and telling stories and sharing them with his family and friends. Funeral services were Thursday, January 21, 2010, at the First United Methodist Church in Booneville with Rev. Phillip Box, Rev. Bobby Hankins and Rev. Bill Kemp officiating. Burial was in Oaklawn Memorial Park. HE is survived by his wife of 63 years, Catherine Hill Goodman, his daughter, Sandra Jean Goodman (Charles Carter of Tupelo, his sister, Mary Emma (Chester) Williams of Louisiana, Missouri, two grandchildren, Anne Catherine Carter and Aaron Goodman Carter, two sisterin-laws, Frances Taylor of Trenton, and Maxine Horner of Savannah, a brother-in-law, James Alfred Hill of Dyer, several nieces and nephews. In Lieu of Flowers, the family requests donation to the First United Methodist church, P.O. Box 235, Booneville, MS 38829.
Rutherford News By Donna Barner The Young at Heart met again January 26 at 10 a.m. A cold windy day but there were 31 present who said the day was better than the prediction of ice and snow later in the week. We have had a great month with attendance from 29 to 34 and we look forward to February. Dixie Davidson suggested a polar bear club but no one signed up, better luck next year. We missed Marie Boucher, Dorothy Clark, Shirley Shive, who weren’t feeling up to par. Best wishes to Charles Eddings, Rita Hecks, Martha Stephenson, Phillip Thompson, Bobby Becton, Angela Yarbro, Robert Jackson, Patricia Rickman, Frances W. Sommers, Jr. Angela Hunt and Wanda Watson. A special hello to Jane Griffin, we miss you and hope you have a fast recovery. Our sympathy to the family of Meldon Cowsart, Jere Gordon, Margaret Jackson Hall, Laura J. Barton, Christine Matley, Alpine Young, Mrs. Ethel Walker and Mr. Andy Newman. Caralene read “Little Girl” and Lelabell read “Little Children Tales.” Dixie lad prayer. Our lunch
was delicious chicken salad on croissants, chips, pickles and blue berry and banana nut cakes. Canasta, rank, upward and bingo were played. Come and join us for an entertaining morning.
GC SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING The Gibson County Special School District Board of Trustee will have the regular meeting on Thursday, February 11 in South Gibson County School Library at 6:30 p.m. The board will have a “Work session” on February 23 in The Gibson County High School Conference Room at 6:30 p.m. MILAN/MEDINA RELAY 5K CHALLENGE Milan/Medina Relay for Life Valentine’s Challenge 5K with overall male and female and 1st-3rd male and female in many age groups (19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 and over). The race will take place at First United Methodist Church on Jones Blvd (behind Steve Marsh Ford) in Milan, TN 38358. The race begins at 9:00 am with race day registration beginning at 8:15 am. Registration fee is $20.00 if pre-registration is received by Feb. 8 t0shirt guaranteed). All proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. If you have any questions or would like an entry form contact 731-414-0263. DYER CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SWEETHEART STEAK SUPPER Due to school activities, the annual Sweetheart Steak Supper has been moved from February 13 to February 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. Please make note of this change. The menu will be steak, baked potato, salad, dessert and drink for $10. Please purchase your ticket today from a senior youth member. Takeouts will be available. Make a date with your sweetheart and family to the elegantly decorated fellowship hall for wonderful food and fellowship. For more information contact, contact Beckie Jo Maxwell. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS The public is invited to Felecia Bella’s in Rutherford for their first annual Business After Hours, sponsored in part with the Greater Gibson County Area Chamber of Commerce, February 4th from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Come bring a friend, meet new people, and network. See one of the hidden treasures in Rutherford. Meet other business owners and potential customers. Come for refreshments, special sales, door prizes and more. It’s always a party and fun at Felecia Bella.
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