Obituaries
Teresa Lousie Tarver
Feb 11, 2025
Teresa Louise Tarver, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away on February 11, 2025, in Memphis, TN, at the age of 60. Born on January 4, 1965, in Marks, MS, Teresa's life was filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments that she shared with those around her.
The family invites all who knew Teresa to join them in commemorating...
Larry D. Potts, Sr.
Feb 10, 2025
Larry D. Potts, Sr., age 74, passed away Monday morning, February 10, 2025 at the Baptist East Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
Funeral services for Larry will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Cold Springs Cemetery in Batesville, MS. The family...
Hope Ann Jamison
Feb 9, 2025
Hope Ann Jamison, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2025, in Batesville, Mississippi. Born on August 14, 1975, in Marks, Mississippi, Hope was known for her caring nature and compassionate spirit, which endeared her to many.
The family will be celebrating her life with a private family ceremony.
Throughout her career, Hope dedicated herself to the well-being of others. Her...
Emma Dean Harrison
Feb 8, 2025
Emma Dean Harrison, a beloved member of our community, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in Pope, Mississippi, surrounded by the love and warmth she so generously shared throughout her life. Born on May 22, 1932, in Panola County, Mississippi, Dean was a vibrant and caring soul whose influence radiated far beyond her years.
Her memory will be honored with...
Betty Griffin Frazer
Feb 6, 2025
Betty Griffin Frazer, age 82, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 at her home in Batesville, MS.
Betty was born on October 6, 1942 to the late Clyde Edward Griffin and Geraldine Belk Griffin in Water Valley, MS. She worked as a bookkeeper for Mr. Ray Smith, a farmer, in Dubbs, MS for nearly 40 years. Betty had a special love...
Maxine M. Thaggard
Feb 5, 2025
Maxine M. Thaggard, Nee Milam, 86 formerly of Batesville, MS & currently residing in Waterloo, IL since 2012, died Feb. 5, 2025 in Waterloo. She was born March 27, 1938 in Batesville, MS. She married James Franklin “Frank” Thaggard on December 14, 1969 & they shared 26 beautiful years together.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, February...
Barbara Jean Correia
Feb 4, 2025
Barbara Jean Correia, age 70, passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at her daughter's home in Batesville, MS.
Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Saturday, February 8, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Eureka Cemetery near Courtland, MS. The family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. Saturday until service time.
Barbara...
Paul L. Hughes, Jr.
Jan 25, 2025
Paul L. Hughes Jr., age 66, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025 at his home near Charleston, MS.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 27, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Monday from 12:00 P.M. until service time.
Paul was born and raised in Mississippi; he attended Charleston High School...
Charlie Franklin
Jan 19, 2025
David Earl "Charlie" Franklin, age 58, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at his home in Courtland, MS.
The family welcomes friends and extended family for a memorial gathering from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS.
Charlie was born on August 17, 1966 to Daisy Cummins Franklin and the late Johnny Franklin...
Kyle Fullilove
Jan 17, 2025
Kyle Fullilove, age 44, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at the Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
A memorial service to celebrate and remember his life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends one hour...
Emily Cole Sanford
Jan 17, 2025
Emily Cole Sanford, age 82, passed away Friday morning, January 17, 2025, in Cordova, TN after a brief illness.
The family will be celebrating her life 1:00 P.M. Monday afternoon, January 20, 2025, at Desoto Hill Baptist Church in Southaven, MS. A time to greet the family will begin at 11:00 A.M. Monday morning until services at Desoto Hill Baptist Church....
Angel Havens
Jan 15, 2025
Angel Havens, age 39, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
A celebration of Angel's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. Friends and family are welcome to gather one hour prior to the service.
Angel was...
Ted Lucas Smith, Sr.
Jan 14, 2025
Ted Lucas Smith, Sr. of Batesville, MS, passed away on January 14, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on July 23, 1939, in Charleston, MS to the late Dr. Monroe Eugene Smith and Evelyn Smith, Ted lived a life rich in accomplishments and deep in character.
A proud alumnus of the University of Missouri, where he earned his BA in...
Thomas Suggs Greenlee, Jr.
Jan 14, 2025
Thomas Suggs Greenlee, Jr., fondly known as Tommy, was born on April 18, 1936, in Batesville, Mississippi, and passed away on January 14, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi. Tommy was a respected member of the Batesville community, known for his hard work and dedication both professionally and personally.
The family will be celebrating Tommy's life 11:00 A.M. Saturday morning, January 18, 2025,...
Tanya Renee Hodges
Jan 13, 2025
Tanya Renee Hodges, a devoted nurse and loving caregiver, passed away on January 13, 2025, at the age of 56 in Sardis, Mississippi. Born on December 6, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee, Tanya dedicated her life to the noble profession of nursing, where she found great joy in taking care of her patients. Her loving and caring nature extended beyond her...
Mateo Dean Province
Jan 10, 2025
Mateo Dean Province passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving parents on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women in Memphis, TN.
Mateo was born January 10, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee to Colby Province and Selena Pegueros Province. In Mateo’s threeshort hours here on Earth, he was his parent’s pride and joy. Mateo would gaze at Colby and...
Geraldine Adams
Jan 9, 2025
Geraldine Adams, age 77, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi.
A private burial for Geraldine will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee.
Geraldine was born on January 27, 1947 in Tennessee. She worked as a film processor for Qualex Photofinishing in Memphis up until the company closed their doors in...
Christopher Allen Hopper
Jan 8, 2025
Christopher Allen Hopper, age 35, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at his home in Batesville, MS.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, January 13, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. The family will be gathering prior to the service beginning at 1:00 P.M.
Chris was born February 5, 1989, in...
Glenda F. White Tarver
Jan 7, 2025
Glenda F. White Tarver of Memphis TN, died on January 7, 2025, in Cleveland, MS, after a brief illness.
A graveside service will be 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Forest Hill Cemetery – East in Memphis, TN.
Glenda was born October 15, 1927 in Calhoun County, MS to the late Columbus Marion and Gertha M. Lester White. She and her...
James Kirby Gregg
Jan 5, 2025
James Kirby Gregg, age 66, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
Kirby, a proud United States Army Veteran, was born on December 1, 1958 to the late Jack and Ethel Gregg in Batesville, MS. Along with honorably serving our country, he owned and operated a trucking company for most of his...
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