Obituaries
Doris J. Roberson
Dec 7, 2024
Livestream of Funeral Service
Doris J. Roberson, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on Saturday December 7, 2024, in Sardis, Mississippi. Born on September 6, 1931, in Darling, Mississippi, she lived a life filled with love, dedication, and remarkable resilience.
Doris enjoyed a fulfilling career and retired from Panola Mills, but her true passion lay in her...
Ann Ellis Tomlinson
Dec 7, 2024
Ann Ellis Tomlinson, age 90, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Azalea Commons in Batesville, MS.
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Place of Birth-Bardwell, Kentucky
Graduated from high school in Clarksdale, MS.
Received her Bachelors Degree from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL. Attended medical school in Albany, NY at Albany Medical School. Graduated from Tulane Medical School in New Orleans as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Ellis...
Russell Gaskins
Nov 27, 2024
Russell Allen Gaskins, age 91, of Southaven, MS, passed away Wednesday November 27, 2024 at his home.
Mr. Gaskins was born December 30, 1932 in South Carolina. He retired after 20 years with the US Army and later worked in manufacturing after his military service.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Peggy Gaskins, his daughter, Debra Molinari, and...
Gene Johnson
Nov 27, 2024
Gene Johnson, age 78, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at the Panola Medical Center in Batesville, MS.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. at Wells Funeral Home with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Forrest Memorial Park.
Gene was born on August 13, 1946 to the late...
Donald Clay Boyette
Nov 26, 2024
Donald Clay Boyette, born on November 5, 1967, in Batesville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on November 26 2024, in Southaven, Mississippi. His life was characterized by a deep love for his family, and a warm spirit that touched all who knew him.
The family will be celebrating Donald's life at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 30, 2024, in the Martin Willingham Memorial...
Linda Lee Mahan Peeples
Nov 25, 2024
Linda Lee Mahan Peeples, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November , 2024 at Diversicare of Batesville in Batesville, Mississippi.
Born on August 3, 1942, Linda dedicated her life to her family and home as a devoted homemaker, leaving a legacy of love and compassion.
Linda thrived in the simple joys of life. She loved sewing, quilting, and canning,...
Martha A. Simmons Drewrey
Nov 24, 2024
Martha A. Simmons Drewrey, a beloved figure in her family and community, passed away on November 24, 2024 in Charleston, Mississippi, at the age of 85. Born on December 10, 1938, in Swiftown, Mississippi, Martha lived a life filled with love, care, and compassion. In her professional journey, she dedicated herself as a caring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) which exemplified...
Daniel M. "Danny" Brown
Nov 22, 2024
Daniel M. "Danny" Brown, 75, born on January 13, 1949, in Whitehaven, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on November 22 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi. He leaves behind a profound legacy as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend.
Danny was not only known for his hardworking nature but also for his generous spirit. He dedicated much of his life to serving others,...
Hayward Lee Harmon
Nov 22, 2024
Hayward Lee Harmon, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, passed away in the same home he was born, raised and still lived in Batesville, Mississippi on November 22, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on April 19, 1946, in Batesville, MS, he lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and warmth, leaving behind cherished memories that are...
Una Mae Hearn
Nov 19, 2024
Una Bryant Hearn, 94, a much loved mom and grandmother went peacefully to her heavenly home November 19, 2024.
Una was preceded in death by her husband Delbert Hearn and granddaughter Dina Renee Ivy. She is survived by two children, Deborah Ivy, Martin Hearn and grandson Martin, Jr. Una was born August 14, 1930 in Grundy Co. Tennessee to Ethel and...
Agnes H. McCloud
Nov 18, 2024
Agnes H. McCloud, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024 in Batesville, Mississippi, at the age of 80. Born on August 2, 1944, in Rena Lara, Mississippi, Agnes lived a life characterized by sweetness, kindness, and an unwavering friendliness that touched the hearts of all who knew her.
For years, Agnes served as the...
John M. Ellis
Nov 13, 2024
John M. Ellis, a beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully at his home in Courtland, Mississippi, on November 13, 2024. Born on August 9, 1941, in Tunica, Mississippi, he lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and a deep love for his family.
The community will come together to remember and celebrate John's life. A visitation will be...
Paula Lynn Butler Moses
Nov 11, 2024
Paula Lynn Butler Moses, age 68, departed her earthly home on Monday, November 11, 2024, at her residence in Como, MS.
Funeral services for Paula will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Lifepoint Church in Senatobia, MS, with interment to follow at Longtown Cemetery in Crenshaw, MS. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...
Michael Leslie "Mike" Wilson
Nov 10, 2024
Michael Leslie "Mike" Wilson, born on April 12, 1961, in Sardis, Mississippi, passed away on November 10, 2024, in Oxford, Mississippi, surrounded by his loving family. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, whose presence enriched the lives of everyone who knew him.
A service to celebrate Mike's life will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 13, 2024, in the...
Jimmy Smith
Nov 9, 2024
James Lee ”Jimmy” Smith Jr, 82 years young, was born on July 3, 1942, to the late James Lee Sr and Vivian Hardin Smith. Jimmy passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Saturday, November 9, 2024 in Southaven, MS.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 11, 2024, at New Hope Church of God in Batesville, MS with the...
Becky Ann Newton
Nov 1, 2024
Livestream of Memorial Service
Becky Ann Newton, a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away November 1,2024, at the age of 71. Born on March 1, 1953, Becky lived a life full of love, family and meaningful contributions to her community.
Becky's professional journey saw her retire from positions at the Internal Revenue Service and GE Aerospace. Becky found immense joy in...
Patricia Ann Dye
Oct 29, 2024
Patricia Ann Dye, affectionately known as Pat, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the Baptist East Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 74.
Pat was born on October 3, 1950, in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Paul Read and Dorris Bishop Read.
Pat dedicated a significant portion of her career to the Nike Factory, where she worked...
Sybil G. Finnie
Oct 28, 2024
Sybil G. Finnie, a loving mother, sister, and grandmother, was born on January 12, 1954, in Helena, Arkansas. After a life filled with love, memories, and devotion to her family, she peacefully passed away on October 28, 2024, at her home in Sardis, Mississippi with her son, Wesley Von Kanel by her side.
Sybil was a source of strength and warmth...
Lona Burns Porter
Oct 27, 2024
In Loving Memory of Lona Bell Burns Porter
Lona, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, at the age of 81. Lona was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, radiating warmth and kindness like the sunflowers she loved so dearly.
Born on July 14, 1943, in Batesville, Lona grew up with...
William David Marbury
Oct 25, 2024
David Marbury, age 76, a devoted husband, father, and Vietnam War veteran, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024 at the Mississippi State Veterans Home in Oxford, MS.
Born on November 9th, 1947 to the late William Dosy and Florence Marbury, David spent his life in service to others. David proudly served his country as a member of the United States...
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