Obituaries
Allison Goodnight Gartrell
Apr 1, 2025
Allison Goodnight Gartrell, age 60, a beloved member of her community, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Senatobia, MS leaving behind a legacy marked by compassion, dedication, and a remarkable servant heart.
A service to celebrate her life will be 2:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the C4 Cowboy Church in Courtland, MS with the interment to follow at...
James "Jim" Cevera
Mar 31, 2025
James "Jim" Cevera, age 73, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 at the Panola Medical Center in Batesville, MS. He was born on November 11, 1951 in Ohio.
For several years, Jim dedicated himself to his role as a cashier at Kroger in Oxford. He quickly became a familiar face, brightening the days of countless customers with his warm smile and...
Nancy Herron Thomson
Mar 30, 2025
Nancy Ruth Herron Thomson, age 89, formerly of Batesville, passed away at The Vantage Assisted Living Facility in Fort Worth, TX on March 30, 2025. Nancy was the widow of Kimbrew A. Thomson.
Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Timothy Lane "Tim" Ginn
Mar 27, 2025
Timothy Lane "Tim" Ginn, age 65, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
The funeral service will be 11:00 A.M., Monday, March 31, 2025, at Calvary Baptist Church in Batesville, MS. Following the service, Tim will be laid to rest in Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends...
Cheryl Ann Green
Mar 25, 2025
Cheryl Ann Green, age 67, a compassionate and dedicated mental health specialist, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Lambert, Mississippi.
The family will be celebrating her life at a later time.
Born on November 18, 1957, in Marks, Mississippi, Cheryl dedicated her life to helping others, bringing hope and support to those in need during her career with Region One...
Tela Davis Gray
Mar 24, 2025
Tela Davis Gray, passed away on March 24, 2025, at her home in Crowder, Mississippi. Tela was born on June 24, 1964, in Water Valley, MS to Sara Paulette Thompson Davis and the late James Harold Davis.
Funeral services for Tela will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral...
Bobby York
Mar 22, 2025
Robert Lee "Bobby" York, a steadfast pillar of the Batesville community and a beloved fixture in the lives of those fortunate enough to know him, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday,
The family will be celebrating Bobby's life at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the Batesville Presbyterian Church with the family receiving friends beginning at 11:30 A.M....
Deborah Copeland Johnson
Mar 21, 2025
Deborah Copeland Johnson passed away on March 21, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi, at the age of 72. Born on July 10, 1952, in San Luis Obispo, California, she brought joy and creativity to the lives of those who knew her.
A service to celebrate her life will be 1:00 P.M. Monday, March 24, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial chapel of...
Richard L. Lamb
Mar 20, 2025
Richard L. Lamb, a dedicated and beloved figure in the Batesville community, passed away on March 20, 2025, at the age of 88, in Southaven, MS. Born on September 20, 1936, in Kewanee, IL, Richard lived a life defined by service, love for his family, and a passion for his interests.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 24, 2025, from...
Jimmie Lee Smith Thompson
Mar 17, 2025
Jimmie Lee Smith Thompson, age 93, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025 at her home in Batesville, MS.
Funeral services for Jimmie will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Black Jack Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...
Henry "Sonny" Mayo, Jr.
Mar 15, 2025
Henry Mayo, Jr., better known as Sonny, age 89, entered into eternal rest early morning on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Quitman County Health & Rehab Center in Marks, Mississippi.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home in Batesville. The family will receive friends beginning...
Tommy Brooks
Mar 15, 2025
Thomas O. "Tommy" Brooks, age 83, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 at the Azalea Commons in Batesville, MS.
A celebration of Tommy's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at the Batesville Presbyterian Church with Pastor Jerry Long officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Tommy was born on July 1, 1941 to...
Harry Seamans
Mar 15, 2025
Harry Seamans, age 98, passed away Saturday morning, March 15, 2025 at the Hospice of the Ozarks Facility in Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS with the interment to follow at Goshen Cemetery near Coffeeville, MS where Military...
Jeff Curtis
Mar 15, 2025
Lonnie Jeffery Curtis, affectionately known as "Jeff", passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025 surrounded by family at his home in Batesville, MS. He was just one day shy of his 64th birthday.
A memorial service to celebrate Jeff's life will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Shady Grove Baptist Church with family receiving friends at 5:00...
Norman E. Renfro
Mar 14, 2025
Norman E. Renfro, age 87, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 at the Senatobia Health and Rehab in Senatobia, MS.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Courtland, MS. The family will receive friends one hour...
Jeffrey Lee Dillon
Mar 13, 2025
Jeffrey Lee Dillon, born on November 14, 1956, in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025, in Sardis, Mississippi. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends for his dedication, warmth, and vibrant spirit.
A celebration of life will be had on April 19th, 2025, at the Severino home in Germantown, TN. More details will be made...
Glenn Wilson
Mar 11, 2025
Glenn Wilson, age 80, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at his home in Sardis, MS.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Peach Creek Baptist Church with the family receiving friends two hours prior to the service. The interment will follow the service at the church cemetery.
Glenn was born on March 3, 1945...
Clara Mae Olson
Mar 11, 2025
Clara Mae Olson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering faith.
Born in Pope, Mississippi, in 1945, Clara grew up surrounded by family and strong Southern values. She graduated from Batesville High School in 1963 and continued her education at Northwest Community College where she met the love of...
Charles Clifton Finch, II
Mar 9, 2025
Charles Clifton Finch, II, affectionately known as "Chuck", passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at the Baptist-East Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
Funeral services for Chuck will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with visitation one hour prior to the service. Chuck will be laid to rest...
John Edward White
Mar 9, 2025
John Edward White, age 76, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at his home in Southaven, MS.
Funeral services for John will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. John will be laid to rest Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville,...
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This is a collection of obituaries for Batesville, Mississippi.
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