Obituaries
Jean Wade Polk
Jan 4, 2025
Everette Jean Wade Polk, 97, of Batesville, MS, departed this life on January 4, 2025. Jean was born in Mt. Olive, MS, on December 12, 1927, the cherished only child of Everett Seaborn and Olive Byrd Wade. Her childhood days with her good parents were simple and happy in the small Mississippi town. One classmate in Jean’s primary school was...
Lois Katie Fortner
Dec 29, 2024
Lois Katie Fortner, age 78, passed away in the early morning hours on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS.
A celebration of Katie's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS. Friends and family are welcome to...
Jimmy Ellington
Dec 28, 2024
Jimmy Ellington, age 90, of Oakland, MS passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024 in Oxford, MS. He was born January 28 1934 in Ackerman, MS.A memorial service for Jimmy will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 26, 2024 at the Oakland United Methodist Church in Oakland, MS.
Jimmy honorably served in the U.S. Army. He graduated from Wood...
Robert West
Dec 28, 2024
Robert Craig West, age 53, of Courtland, MS, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the Panola Medical Center in Batesville, MS.
A memorial service to celebrate Robert's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the Apostolic Faith Church in Water Valley, MS.
Robert was born Januaruy 30, 1971 in Newport News, VA to to Bobby...
Tom Thorpe
Dec 26, 2024
Tom Thorpe, age 80, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at his home in Pope, MS.
A memorial service for Tom will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 28,2024 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with Bro. Joe May officiating. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service.
Tom was born on June...
Johnny Lee Carson
Dec 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnny Lee Carson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world surrounded by love as he entered into the peace of his Heavenly Father in the early morning hours of Christmas Day just after celebrating his 81st birthday with family.
The funeral service will be held Wednesday...
Joe William Pearson
Dec 25, 2024
Joe William Pearson, age 94, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, AL.
A graveside service to celebrate his life will be at 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, MS.
Joe was born on November 12, 1930 to the late John R. Pearson and Mamie Adams Pearson in Lambert, MS. He was the proud...
Marilyn Lary Hodges
Dec 25, 2024
Marilyn Lary Hodges, a sweet, kind, and loving soul, departed this world on December 25, 2024, in Courtland, Mississippi, at the age of 89. She was born on May 1, 1935, in Greenwood, Mississippi, to William Lacy Lary, Sr. and Maebelle Comstock Lary, who precede her in death. Marilyn was a cherished pillar of her family, a devoted wife, and...
Brenda Gail McMinn Campbell
Dec 24, 2024
Brenda Gail McMinn Campbell, born on December 13, 1952, in Batesville, Mississippi, passed away on December 24, 2024, in Jackson, Mississippi. The passing of Brenda leaves a profound void in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Brenda was a beloved former owner of The Stylist Hair Salon in Batesville, where she not...
Elizabeth Caroline Pinkston
Dec 21, 2024
Elizabeth Caroline Pinkston, age 59, a beloved member of her family, passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Born August 6, 1965 in Marks, MS, Caroline was an avid supporter of the Dallas Cowboys and the Ole Miss Rebels. Her interests extended beyond the realm of sports; she found...
Phyllis "Penny" Kay Braden Durham
Dec 20, 2024
Phyllis Kay “Penny” Braden Durham went to be with the Lord on December 20, 2024.
The family will receive friends Monday December 23, 2024 from 10am until 12pm at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville. A graveside service will be held at 1pm Monday at Forrest Memorial Park.
Penny is reunited with her parents, Neal and Lillian Braden, her younger brother, Sonny, and...
Patricia Ann Jaudon
Dec 16, 2024
Patricia Ann Taylor Jaudon, age 83, of Sardis Mississippi, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at her son’s home in Spearfish, South Dakota. She was the widow of LJ Jaudon.
Funeral services for Patricia will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow Forrest...
Shannon Elizabeth Pettit
Dec 16, 2024
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Shannon Elizabeth Pettit, a vibrant and spirited young soul, passed away suddenly on December 16, 2024, at the tender age of 11.
Funeral services for Shannon will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2024 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with her family receiving friends beginning at 2:00 p.m. prior to...
Steve "Sonny" Jones
Dec 14, 2024
Steve "Sonny" Jones passed away on December 14, 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi, at the age of 82. Born on January 30, 1942, in Marks, Mississippi, he lived a life rich in hard work, family devotion, and a deep love for the land.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 19, 2024, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral...
Mary Nell Smith
Dec 13, 2024
Mary Nell Smith, a luminary figure in the hearts of many, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy woven with kindness and eloquence. Born on October 31, 1942, in Montgomery, Alabama, Mary Nell graced the world with her presence, embodying a spirit that was both sweet and nurturing.
A service to celebrate Mary Nell's...
Irma Jean Tucker
Dec 11, 2024
Irma Jean Tucker, age 88, of Southaven, MS, passed away Wednesday December 11, 2024 at her home.
The family will receive friends Saturday December 14, 2024 from 1pm until 2pm at Wells Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 2pm in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Forrest Memorial Park.
Irma was born May...
Kenneth M. Kisiah
Dec 10, 2024
Kenneth M. Kisiah, beloved brother and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi, at the age of 75. He was born on December 26, 1948, in Lafayette County, Mississippi. His parents were Walter James Kisiah, Doris Bain Mullis (Kisiah) Fortner and stepfather Egbert Benjamin Fortner, whom all have preceded him in death.
Kenneth (Kenny) is remembered for...
Marilyn M. Bonnette
Dec 9, 2024
Marilyn M. Bonnette, age 95, passed away on December 9, 2024 at the Sardis Nursing Home in Sardis, MS.
The family will hold a memorial service to Celebrate the Life of Marilyn at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville. Friends will gather for visitation beginning at 1:00 prior to the service.
Marilyn was born December...
Kaitlynn Sue Wilkins
Dec 8, 2024
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Kaitlynn Sue Wilkins, infant daughter, of Keelie Redwine Wilkins and Timothy Wayne Wilkins, was born into the arms of Jesus on December 8, 2024 at Baptist DeSoto Hospital in Southaven.
A memorial service will be held Friday December 13, 2024 at 2pm in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home.
Kaitlynn was preceded in death by her...
Misty Dawn Bramlett
Dec 7, 2024
Misty Dawn Bramlett, a cherished beacon of love and creativity, was born on May 29, 1981, in the quaint town of Clarksdale, Mississippi. She embarked on her earthly journey until her untimely passing on December 7, 2024, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Misty was a devoted mother and grandmother, whose life was woven together with...
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This is a collection of obituaries for Batesville, Mississippi.
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