Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home

03/09/2026

Laverne Wallace Alexander

Laverne Wallace Alexander, age 95, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away peacefully. She was born on September 25, 1930, in Jackson, Tennessee, to the late Velma and James Wallace.

Laverne lived a life marked by deep faith, love for her family, and devotion to her church. She was a faithful member of Westover Baptist Church for 52 years and served as director of childcare for Westover Baptist Church from 1983 until its closing. Her dedication and service to the church reflected her lifelong love for the Lord.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clarence Alexander; her children, Deloris Moody, Jackie Alexander, and Joey Alexander; and her son-in-law, Joe Patrick.

She is survived by her daughter, Linda Patrick of Martinez, Georgia; 17 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren, all of whom lovingly knew her by her favorite name, “MawMaw.”

Laverne never met a stranger. She loved to talk with people and had the ability to remember every name. One of her greatest joys was sharing her love for the Lord with anyone she met.

She enjoyed spending time in her yard growing flowers and tomatoes, watching the birds and squirrels at her many bird feeders, and cheering on the Atlanta Braves. Above all, she treasured being “MawMaw” and loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly.

Visitation for friends and family will be held Friday from 1:00–2:00 p.m. with services to follow at Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home in Jackson, with Brother Stan Griffin officiating. Interment will follow in Ridgecrest Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Southern Baptist Convention in her memory.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Justin Alexander, Clayton Alexander, Ray Alexander, Dylan Alexander, Brandon Doherty, and Nathan Patrick.

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03/06/2026

Eddie Dwayne Williams

Graveside services for Mr. Eddie Dwayne Williams, age 78, will be held at 2 pm on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Beech Bluff Cemetery with Bro. Al Price officiating.

Mr. Williams passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2026, in Beech Bluff, TN. He was born on February 21, 1948, in Chester County to the late Joe Williams and Ophelia Joyner Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Wilson Williams, Paul Williams, Cleon Willimas, Mary Lou Moss, Lola Austin, Velton Williams, Ernest Williams, Carrol Williams, and Harry Williams.

Mr. Williams was a member of Diamond Grove Church of Christ. He loved fishing and gardening.

Mr. Williams is survived by his sisters, Rachel Ellington, Margie McGhee (Carlis); daughter, Renee Crocker (Davy); son, Chad Williams; many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his best friend, Marie Williams.

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03/01/2026

Ricky E Greenway

Graveside services for Mr. Ricky E. Greenway, age 59, will be held at 3 pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Hollywood Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be held from 2:30- 3:00 at Hollywood Cemetery prior to the service.

Mr. Ricky passed away on February 26, 2026, in Portsmouth, Ohio. He was born on March 2, 1966, in Jackson, TN to the late Charles Henry Greenway, Sr and Barbara Kaye Greenway. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Lisa Greenway.

Mr. Ricky is survived by his brothers, Richard Michael Greenway (Filippi) and Charles Henry Greenway, Jr; sisters, Tammy Faulkner (Robert Solomon); several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

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02/28/2026

Shirley Marie Browning

Funeral liturgy for Mrs. Shirley Marie Browning, age 81, will be held at 1 pm Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home with Deacon Dale Wood officiating. Visitation with the family will be held from 11-1 pm before the funeral liturgy.

Mrs. Browning passed away on February 27, 2026, in Jackson, TN. She was born on January 24, 1945, in Phenix City, AL to the late Douglas Hedden and Mary Smooter Hedden. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Paul, Bill, Ed and David Hedden.

Mrs. Browning is survived by her children, Mary Teuton (Jason), Geneva Lacroix (Kendrick), Marcus Browning, Anna Browning; brothers, Curtis Hedden, Calvin Hedden; grandchildren, Olivia Robertson (Tyler), Kiley Gray (Jordan), Alex Patterson, Gabriel Patterson; great grandchildren, Tatum Robertson, Fallon Robertson.

She was a loving devoted mother and grandmother. She was generous of soul and spirit and she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

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02/25/2026

Randy Dale Oliver

Randy Dale Oliver, age 69, passed away on February 20, 2026, in Jackson, TN. He was born on November 29, 1956, in Jackson, TN to the late Robert "Bob" Arthur Oliver and Gladys G. Collins Oliver.

Mr. Oliver is survived by his aunts, Elizabeth Michael, Vernase Blackburn, Betty Quarles and several cousins.

Mr. Oliver has chosen cremation and his services will be announced at a later date.

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02/19/2026

Gary Dewey Jack

Funeral services for Mr. Gary Dewey Jack, age 83, will be held at 11 am on Friday, February 20, 2026, at East Union Baptist Church with Bro. Jeff Palmer and Bro. Dylan Wilson officiating. Visitation with the family will be held from 4-7 pm Thursday at East Union Baptist Church and from 10 until service time Friday.

Mr. Jack passed away on February 16, 2026, in Jackson, TN. He was born on July 5, 1942, in Theta, TN to the late Grady Dewey Jack and Tinie Baker Jack. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Kay Walters Jack; sisters, Gloria Flowers and her husband Carlton, Ruby Jacobs and her husband Edward; brother, Donald Jack and his wife Peggy; brother in law, Albert Daniels.

Mr. Jack graduated from Spring Hill High School after being named class president for four years in a row.

Mr. Jack is survived by his wife, Judy Jack; son, Ronnie Jack; daughters, Teresa Johnson, Stacye Horton; sister, Iris Daniels; grandchildren, Courtney Brown (Aaron), Chad Johnson (Brittney Neisler), Cassie Moseley (Austin), Chase Johnson (Kelsey Myracle), Krystyna McKee; great grandchildren, Millie Kate Brown, Will Brown, Devin Johnson, Tate Neisler; special friend, Betty Sterling.

Pallbearers will be Chad Johnson, Chase Johnson, Aaron Brown, Austin Moseley, Keith Osteen, Sam Montque

Honorary Pallbearers will be Steve Brown, Chuck Nichols, Russ Carter, Buster Walters, Mike Walters, Al Plank, Winston Walters, Randy Flowers, Jans Hedrick.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to East Union Baptist Church (2244 Beech Bluff Road, Jackson, TN 38301).

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02/18/2026

Michael Scott Palmer, age 67, passed away February 15, 2026 in Jackson, TN. He was born on March 1, 1958, in Gibson county to the late Socky Palmer and Barbara Brooks Palmer.

Mr. Palmer worked for the TN State Highway Department.

Mr. Palmer is survived by an uncle, Stan Brooks; first cousin, Chad Brooks; and several other distant cousins.

There are no services scheduled at this time.

02/18/2026

Funeral services for Mr. Gary Dewey Jack, age 83, will be held at 11 am on Friday, February 20, 2026, at East Union Baptist Church with Bro. Jeff Palmer and Bro. Dylan Wilson officiating. Visitation with the family will be held from 4-7 pm Thursday at East Union Baptist Church and from 10 until service time Friday.

Mr. Jack passed away on February 16, 2026, in Jackson, TN. He was born on July 5, 1942, in Theta, TN to the late Grady Dewey Jack and Tinie Baker Jack. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Kay Walters Jack; sisters, Gloria Flowers and her husband Carlton, Ruby Jacobs and her husband Edward; brother, Donald Jack and his wife Peggy; brother in law, Albert Daniels.

Mr. Jack graduated from Spring Hill High School after being named class president for four years in a row.

Mr. Jack is survived by his wife, Judy Jack; son, Ronnie Jack; daughters, Teresa Johnson, Stacye Horton; sister, Iris Daniels; grandchildren, Courtney Brown (Aaron), Chad Johnson (Brittney Neisler), Cassie Moseley (Austin), Chase Johnson (Kelsey Myracle), Krystyna McKee; great grandchildren, Millie Kate Brown, Will Brown, Devin Johnson, Tate Neisler; special friend, Betty Sterling.

Pallbearers will be Chad Johnson, Chase Johnson, Aaron Brown, Austin Moseley, Keith Osteen, Sam Montque

Honorary Pallbearers will be Steve Brown, Chuck Nichols, Russ Carter, Buster Walters, Mike Walters, Al Plank, Winston Walters, Randy Flowers, Jans Hedrick.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to East Union Baptist Church (2244 Beech Bluff Road, Jackson, TN 38301).

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02/07/2026

Our funeral home lost a dear member of our staff, Bro. Gerald Smith. We are grateful for his many years of service. We will miss our friend.

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01/31/2026

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01/31/2026

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01/29/2026

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