Local Obituaries for Families in Martin, TN
Shawn C Mitchell
Feb 6, 2025
Mr. Shawn Mitchell, age 63, passed away on February 6, 2025, in Martin, TN at his residence. He grew up in Martin, Tn where he resided most of his life,Mr. Mitchell was a retired business owner of Delta Imagining Sign Co. in Dresden, TN.He loved anything outdoors and, on the water,and was an avid boater, fisher, hunter and camping.
He is...
Gerryl Leonard Gushrowksi
Jan 30, 2025
Mr. Gerryl Leonard Gushrowski, age 73, of Martin, TN passed away at his residence January 30, 2025
Mr. Gushrowski was a U.S Marine Corps Veteran serving in Vietnam,he was a retired production worker at World Color.
He is preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Ella (Crittendon) Gushrowski.
He is survived by two daughters: Brandie Gushrowski of Dresden, TN,...
Theresa Tien-Cheng Chueh Yang
Jan 30, 2025
Theresa Tien-Cheng Chueh Yang, age 87 (and according to the Chinese calendar, 88 - the most auspicious age) of Hunan and Taipei, passed peacefully in Kennesaw, GA, on Thursday, Jan 30, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 16, 1937, in Nan Yue, Hunan, China, she was the daughter of highly respected Republic of China General Chueh Han-Chien...
Emzy Jean Lofton
Jan 29, 2025
Emzy Jean Lofton, born October 18, 1939, in Madison County, TN was sent to her eternal home on January 29, 2025, in Dresden, Tennessee from natural causes.
Emzy Jean, simply Jean, or Nan, as she was affectionately known, was a woman of strong faith and an unwavering love for family. Her journey on this earth was marked by love, compassion,...
Michael Anthony Galanos
Jan 25, 2025
Mr. Michael Anthony Galanos, born December 31, 1960
in Chicago, IL. passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025
at Volunteer Community Hospital in Martin, TN.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Galanos, one son, Jeremy Galanos of Chicago, IL,
one daughter, Erica Galanos of Chicago, IL, three stepchildren,
Kevin Wallace of Evansville, IN, Joseph Jackson of Martin, TN...
Donna Chute Good
Jan 17, 2025
Ms. Donna Chute Good, age 72, of Martin, Tn passed away on January 17, 2025, at her residence, in Martin, TN.
She was born on January 17, 1953, in Somerville, MA to the late Norman and Margaret "Peggy" Sheehan Chute.
Ms. Donna was of The Methodist Faith.She had retired as a computer programmer of 15 years at Safety Insurance.She was...
Mary Elizabeth Suiter
Jan 6, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Suiter, age 87, passed away at NHC Milan on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Mary Elizabeth was born to the late Roe Jarrard and Bertha May Boulton, of Cades, TN.along with her parents In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Hollis Wayne Suiter, and a son, Stanley Frank Suiter.a brother, Robert Frank Boulton,...
Tommy Jones
Dec 31, 2024
William Thomas "Tommy" Jones, age 84, of Sharon, Tennessee died Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Weakley County Nursing and Rehab Center in Dresden, Tennessee.
Funeral service will be Monday, January 6, 2025, 12:00 Noon at Murphy Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery between Dresden and Greenfield. Visitation will be Monday beginning at 10:00 A.M. until service time at...
Christine Marie Thorpe
Dec 30, 2024
Mrs. Christine Marie Thorpe, age 61, of Martin, TN, died Monday, 12/30/2024, at her home.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Murphy Funeral home is in charge of cremation arrangements.
Mrs. Thorpe was of the Catholic faith; she was retired C.N.A. at Haw's Nursing Home.
Mrs. Thorpe is survived by her children, Ashley Marie Avent, Martin,...
Linda Hall
Dec 24, 2024
Mrs. Linda Dean Raines Hall, age 85, of Martin passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at The Arbors in Union City, Tennessee.
Graveside service will be Saturday, January 4, 2025, 11:00 A.M. in East Side Cemetery with Rev. Randy Cooper officiating.
Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by husband, George Trent "GT" Hall and her parents, Asa Dean Raines and...
Samuel Stockton
Dec 22, 2024
Mr. Samuel Wayne Stockton, age 80, of Martin passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at West Tennessee Volunteer Hospital.
Memorial Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. at New Home Baptist Church in Martin.
Mr. Stockton is survived by his wife, Linda Linhart Stockton of Martin; two sons, Jeff...
Gwen Hodges
Dec 22, 2024
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Hodges, age 82, of Martin passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at West Tennessee Volunteer Hospital.
Funeral service will be Friday, December 27, 2024, 1:00 P.M. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Thurman Neal Penick and Rev. Michael Norton officiating. Burial will follow in Cate Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday at the church beginning at 11:00 A.M....

Cameron Wayne Chandler
Dec 18, 2024
Mr. Cameron Wayne Chandler, age 56, of Martin, TN, died Wednesday, 12/18/2024, at the West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital.
Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.
Mr. Chandler was of the Baptist faith; he was a retired construction worker.
Mr. Chandler is survived by his father, Dorsey D. Chandler, Jr; and survived by his mother, Suzanne Young...
Josh Mullins
Dec 2, 2024
Joshua "Josh" Shawn Mullins, age 41, of Martin died Monday, December 2, 2024.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 7, 2024, 2:00 P.M. at Ralston Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Springer and Rev. Joseph Hicks officiating. Visitation will be Saturday at the church beginning at 12:00 Noon until service time at 2:00.
He is...
Jacqueline Schommer
Dec 1, 2024
Mrs. Jacqueline Ann Schommer, age 91, of Martin died Sunday, December 1, 2024, at her home.
Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.
Mrs. Schommer was preceded in death by her husband, John Joseph Schommer; her parents, David Cantelli and Yvonne Sellen Cantelli.
She is survived by two sons, John (Anne) Schommer of Martin and David (Elizabeth) Schommer...
Susan Diane Diehl
Nov 28, 2024
Mrs. Susan Diane Diehl, age 67, of Rives, TN, died Thursday, 11/28/2024, at her home.
Murphy Funeral Home is in charge of cremation arrangements.
Mrs. Diehl was the widow of Bob Diehl; she is survived by her daughter, Brittany Canada, Kenton, TN, and her son, Joseph (Tiffany) Rother, Martin, TN, and six grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters, Rebecca...
Sue Carolyn Miller Hatler
Nov 25, 2024
Mrs. Sue Carolyn Miller Hatler, age 94, of Martin, TN, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, 11/30/2024, at Murphy Funeral Home, with Bro. John Forgy, Bro. Cory Sawyers, and Bro.Sidney White officiating, with burial to follow at Hatler's Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 AM until service time.
Mrs....
Scotty Davis Bell
Nov 8, 2024
Mr. Scotty Davis Bell, age 74, of Martin, TN, died Friday, 11/08/2024, at his home.
Mr. Bell was a graduate of Martin High School; he was an accomplished musician and singer; he was retired from Tate Family Foods in Greenfield, TN as a butcher.
Mr. Bell was preceded in death by a brother, Danny Joe Bell, and his parents, Joseph...

Edward Reyes
Nov 6, 2024
Mr. Edward Andrew Reyes, age 63, of Martin passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at West Tennessee Healthcare Hospital in Jackson, Tennessee.
Services for Mr. Reyes are private.
Mr. Reyes is survived by his wife, Jean Yvonne Stinson Reyes; two sons, Phillip Andrew Reyes and Gilbert Antonio Reyes all of Martin. He is survived by several brothers and sisters.
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Ruby Brundige
Nov 1, 2024
Ruby Swafford Brundige, age 96, of Martin passed away on November 1st at Greenbrier Meadows in Martin, TN.
Funeral services will be Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 11:00 at Murphy Funeral Home in Martin. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM until service time. Burial will follow at East Side Cemetery in Martin.
Pallbearers are Randy Brundige, James Tuck, Mark O’Leary,...