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Dr. Andrew E. Painter, 96, passed away on August 9, 2025. He was born and raised in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Andy graduated from the University of Tennessee Medical School in Memphis, TN.  After graduating from medical school, he served in the U. S. Air Force. After serving in the Air Force, he...

Jo Lena Pipkin Smith departed this life August 9, 2025 in Heber Springs, Arkansas. She was born January 18, 1934 in Pocahontas, Tennessee to the late William C. and Stella Louise Trainum Pipkin. Besides her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husband, Jack E. Smith, and her daughter,...

John Baird, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025. His services have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis TN 38119. (901) 767-8930. "Where Memphis comes to remember since 1924." Mr. Baird's obituary and service information will be posted as soon as...

Keith Williamson was born on March 25th, 1963 in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late Richard A. Williamson and Ginger Looney Harter. He passed away quietly in his sleep on Friday, August 8th 2025. Keith graduated from Wooddale High School in 1981. He was a long-time employee of Bluff City Jaguar in...

Laura Dyer Carothers, 63, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on August 8, 2025. Born on June 19, 1962, to the late Andrew Carothers and Ann McLemore in Jackson,  Mississippi. Laura grew up with a warm spirit, a quick smile, and a gift for building lifelong friendships. Laura graduated from Pillow...

Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38119 (901) 767-8930. "Where Memphis comes to remember, since 1924."

Christopher “Chris” Sanner Packard passed away on August 6, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee, surrounded by his family, after a brave battle with illness. Chris valued being a devoted father. The deep grief his children feel in his absence is a testament to his steadfast love, guidance, and...

John Richard “Dick” Cochran, Jr., age 83, passed away on August 6, 2025, in Collierville, Tennessee. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, Dick’s life was marked by service, curiosity, and a deep appreciation for the world around him. Born on May 18, 1942, in Baltimore,...

“Our dearly beloved son, Paul Andrew Patrick II, was born in the early hours of August 6th with a still heart—having already departed from his tiny and precious earthly vessel to join our Lord and God above, as well as a large host of dearly-departed loved ones, waiting to embrace him and blanket...

JoAnne Marie Gardner (JoJo), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on September 8, 1949, in Sacramento County, California, JoAnne was the cherished daughter of Frank and Aldora Tomaiuolo. She was preceded in death by her...

Steven (Steve) Hobson Cook, 74, lost his battle with cancer on August 4th. He was born in Starkville, MS to Robert P. and Elizabeth Hobson Cook on October 22, 1950. The family moved back to Pontotoc, MS where Steve grew up helping his Dad on the family newspaper, The Pontotoc Progress. He...

Karen Schurwanz, passed away on August 4, 2025. services have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave., Memphis TN 38119 "Where Memphis comes to remember since 1924."