Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Carson Clay Dykes Jr., age 75, passed peacefully from this life into eternity with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, June 11, 2021 at his home in Summertown. He was surrounded by his loving family and friends.

Carson was born on February 21, 1946 in Porterville, CA to Carson Clay Dykes Sr. and Faye Dykes. He graduated from Porterville High School class of 1964. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1982, served in the Vietnam War and the Gulf War, and achieved a Bachelor of Science degree before retiring in 1992 as a decorated officer and Captain. While serving, he was aw...