Nora Jane Kitchens
Jun 21, 2026
Nora Rains Kitchens, 76, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, in 1949 to the late Woodrow Wilson Rains and Helen Gore Rains. Nora was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 42 years, Thomas "Tom" Wilbur Kitchens, and her sister, Juanita Annette Rains Mann.
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Roberta Hutchings Stricker
Jun 21, 2026
Roberta Hutchings Stricker, 74, of Memphis, TN, passed away on June 21, 2026.
As a life-long Memphian, Roberta graduated from East High School and went on to graduate from Memphis State University. In between high school and college, a young Marine named Jim tripped her up at the skating rink, just so he could pick her up. It was love ever...
Charles Wayne Lackey
Jun 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Charles Wayne LackeyCharles Wayne Lackey, age 82, of Horn Lake, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, at the home where he resided with his family, John and Melissa McCall, along with Aidan Green. Vivian Sue Hathcock was with him for 33 years, they adored each other, they were best friends until her passing in...
Joyce Stidham
Jun 19, 2026
Joyce Stidham of Memphis, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026. She was born on November 24, 1940, in Ripley, Mississippi to the late Roy & Jessie Adams.
A devoted wife and mother, she lived her life with kindness, strength, and a deep faith that guided all she did. She was a faithful member of Quail Ridge Church of...
Ronald Lynn Gordon
Jun 18, 2026
Ronald Lynn Gordon 69, of Memphis, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born in Memphis, Ronald lived a life defined by kindness, resilience, and an unwavering love for others. He was a dedicated painter for over 40 years.
His greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband to his late wife, Vicky Gordon, and a...
Bruce Hayden Hale, Jr.
Jun 17, 2026
Bruce H. Hale, Jr., born May 31, 1931 in Memphis as the only child of Bruce and Mattie Hale, Bruce attended Capleville Elementary and Whitehaven High School. Afterwards, he began working for his dad in the air and refrigeration business at Hale and Manning. You could also frequently find him racing stock cars at Riverside Speedway in West Memphis. He...
Marian Eliot Holt Proctor
Jun 17, 2026
Marian Eliot Holt Proctor, 88, passed away peacefully at her home on June 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of her children.
Born on April 16, 1938, Marian was the daughter of the late Bently Holt and Cora Alma Copeland Holt. She was preceded in death by her husband, Buddy “Harold” Proctor, her son-in-law, Teddy Looney, and her siblings.
A faithful member...
Celestia B. Trumbo
Jun 15, 2026
Celestia Bivyette Trumbo, 88, passed away on Monday, June 15 2026. She was a retired License Practical Nurse. During her nursing career she worked for hospitals and homes as a private duty nurse. Her favorite pastime was working in her yard.
Ms. Trumbo was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Trumbo, her parents; William H. and Bivyette E. Hawkins;...
Joseph William Schmittou, Jr.
Jun 15, 2026
Joseph William Schmittou, Jr., age 66, of Memphis, TN, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026.
Born on January 29, 1960, Joseph was the son of Joseph William Schmittou Sr and Annice Etheleen Schmittou. He spent his life as a devoted father, family man, and friend, known by those close to him for his kindness, determination, and helpfulness.
Joseph was a man...