Finis Kelley
Finis Kelley always looked forward to happiness and joy daily. He wanted his family and friends to do the same. His wish was that there would be no services, but he instead wanted family and friends to celebrate life with the ones they love and to think of him fondly anytime you are on his beloved Tennessee River.
If you were ever lucky enough to find yourself around him, you were guaranteed a laugh – even if you were a stranger. He had the gift of gab and could find a common thread with anyone. From pouring concrete, wood working, building furniture or fishing, he was a perfectionist. Every detail mattered. That detail-oriented mindset was carried out in every aspect of his life. He loved his family and fiercely protected and supported them. He gave generously to anyone in need – not just monetarily but also in words of wisdom, kindness, laughter,and love.
If you needed him, you would find him at the Tennessee River, whether he was fishing, watching the barges go by or gathering with family and friends, he would warmly welcome you in.
He is survived by his children, Karen (Mark) Hutcherson, Tina Fesmire, Beth (John) Lovelace, Clint Kelley and Julie (Kris) Holt; eight grandchildren, Kayce Tutor, Adam (Casey) Tutor, Mitchell Fesmire, Miles Fesmire, Carson Lovelace, Harper Holt, Presley Holt and Jaxon Holt; three great-grandchildren, Finn Tutor, Dax Tutor and Ellie Lovelace; his sisters, Brenda (Ronnie) Clay and Debbie (Ira) Harvey; and close friends and chosen family, Joe Myers, Boone Pierce and Loren Mays.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Ozell Kelley, and two brothers: Larry Kelley and Bradley Kelley.
Mary Plunk – DEC. 25, 1944 – FEB. 24, 2024
Mary Loretta Plunk, 79 Years, 1 Month, 30 Days, departed this life on Feb. 24, 2024 in Henderson. Services were held on Feb. 27, 2024 at 11 a.m. at Shackelford Funeral Directors in Selmer, with Randy Smith officiating. Burial followed in the Rocky Knob Cemetery at Finger. Shackelford Funeral Directors is honored to serve the family.
She was born Dec. 25, 1944 in Henderson, the daughter of the late Walter Harris and Ruth Elliff Harris.
She was united in marriage to Don E. Plunk on May 30, 1964. Mr. Plunk preceded her in death on Feb. 19, 2005.
She was a member of the Forty Forks Baptist Church. She drove a school bus in Indiana for 15 years and in McNairy County for 23 years before retiring. She also served in Special Education and as an Alternative Teacher’s Aide.
She was a loving and compassionate mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. At the age of 19, she and Don loaded their suitcases and hopped a train to Gary, Ind., a day after their nuptials, to build a life for themselves. There they created a family of lifelong friends. After retirement, they moved to the homestead in Tennessee to spend the rest of their days together with their kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by two sons, Rick (Gina) Plunk of Kodak and Marty (Deborah) Plunk of Henderson; sister, Janice Crans of Adamsville; brother, Larry (Maudie) Harris of Savannah; five grandchildren, Gregory Plunk, Brittany Plunk, Alyssa (Chris) Reynolds, Danielle (James) Plunk and Kassy (Devon) Fugatt; seven great-grandchildren, Corinne Galloway, Hendrix Plunk, Michael White, Grayson Reynolds, Kaelum Galloway, Aubrey Reynolds and Braxton Plunk; and a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a sister, Francis Fields; and one brother, Gerry Harris.
DORIS ROSS – MARCH 4, 1938 – FEB. 14, 2024
Doris Jewel Bailey Bright Ross, 85, of Reagan passed away Feb. 14, 2024, at Northbrooke Health Care & Rehabilitation Center.
Funeral services were 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, at Shackelford Funeral Directors – East Main Chapel with Bro. Johnny Bullman officiating. Burial followed at Bailey Cemetery. The family received friends at East Main from 5-8 p.m. on Saturday and beginning at 10 a.m. Sunday until 2 p.m. service time.
She was born March 4, 1938, at Jacks Creek, the daughter of the late Kermit Burns and Ruby Jewel Liles Bailey. She went to school at Pine Springs and Jacks Creek.
She married James Wilburn Bright, Sr. in 1951. They made their home in the Jacks Creek Community. Mr. Bright passed away in 1978.
She worked at Salant & Salant and Chester County Sportswear. She later managed convenient stores. She married Terry Ray Ross in 1979. They made their home in Madison County and then moved back to Chester County when they retired in 1994. She enjoyed gardening and flowers. She and Terry Ray enjoyed traveling and camping. Mr. Ross preceded in death in 2020.
She was a Life Member of the Eastern Star. James Bright was the Worthy Patron of the Masonic Lodge, the same year, she was the Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star, and later Terry Ray served as Master of the Lodge and Worthy Patron of the Masonic Lodge. All three were very involved in the lodges. She was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church.
She is survived by three sons, James (Pat) Bright of Henderson, Danny (Shirley) Ross of Jacks Creek and Damon (Tina) Ross of Henderson; a daughter, Ann (Paul) Schilling of Reagan; eight grandchildren, Chris Bright, Bradley Ross, Brittany Carnell, Brooke Ross Van Trump, Brandon Smith, Jeremy Mayfield, Brian Mayfield and Adam Schilling; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents her husbands, James Wilburn Bright, Sr. and Terry Ray Ross; and a brother, Kermit “Junior” Bailey.
RAY NETTLES, JR. – SEPT. 10, 1962 – FEB. 24, 2024
Ray Vernon Nettles, Jr., 61, of Henderson passed away Feb. 24, 2024, at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. There are no scheduled services at this time. He was born Sept. 10, 1962.
