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Barbara Joann Nelson

Barbara Joann Nelson

May 31, 2024

Barbara Joann Nelson, a beloved school teacher who dedicated her life to shaping young minds and spreading kindness, passed away peacefully and pain free on May 31 2024, in Horn Lake, Mississippi. She was born on October 26, 1931, in Ohio to her loving parents, Benjamin Daniel and Marrietta Willits Yoder.

At his time, there are no services scheduled for Ms....

Michael "Benjy" Dent

Michael "Benjy" Dent

May 31, 2024

Michael Bernhardt Dent, also known as “Benjy” to his friends and family, passed away on May 31, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Batesville, MS.Born on July 26, 1972, in the charming town of Natchez, MS, Benjy touched the lives of many with his warm heart and infectious love for life.Benjy was a dedicated Construction Worker, known for his craftsmanship...

Sharon K. Striplin

Sharon K. Striplin

May 29, 2024

Livestream of Funeral ServiceSharon Kay Striplin, a devoted homemaker known for her caring nature and love for people, passed away on May 29, 2024 at Baptist Memorial Hospital North Mississippi in Oxford, MS. She was born on October 21, 1966, in Memphis, TN.Sharon's warm personality and unwavering affection for her family and friends will always be cherished and remembered. She...

William Jacob Thompson

William Jacob Thompson

May 29, 2024

William Jacob Thompson, a beloved member of the community, passed away on May 29, 2024 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Born on January 27, 1981, in Grenda, Mississippi, Jacob led a life full of passion and enthusiasm that touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.  The family will celebrate his life...

Ramona Pryor Beardain

Ramona Pryor Beardain

May 29, 2024

Ramona Pryor Beardain, age 86, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at her home in Batesville, MS. 

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville on Friday, May 31, 2024 for visitation from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 1:00 PM at the...

Douglas Wayne Tutor

Douglas Wayne Tutor

May 25, 2024

Douglas Wayne Tutor, a skilled Carpenter who touched the lives of many, passed away on May 25, 2024, in Courtland, MS, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Septmber 24, 1960, in Marks, MS.Douglas was a beloved son of William Jewel Tutor and Nellie Mavis Tims Tutor. He is now reunited in peace with his parents. He...

William Troy Allred

William Troy Allred

May 24, 2024

Livestream of Funeral ServiceWilliam Troy Allred, affectionately known by his family as "Pop," passed away on May 24, 2024 at his home in Sardis, MS. He was born on June 11, 1937, in Sledge, MS. Troy dedicated 40 years of his life to working for United Van Lines in Memphis, TN, showcasing his strong work ethic and dedication to for...

Slade McDonald

Slade McDonald

May 22, 2024

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Slade McDonald, age 50, passed away on May 22, 2024 at the Regional One Medical Center in Memphis, TN.  

 

A Visitation will be held at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS, on Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM to honor Slade's life. The interment will...

Donald Ray Warbington

Donald Ray Warbington

May 22, 2024

Donald Ray Warbington, 69, of Como, MS, passed away Wednesday May 22, 2024 at Baptist Memorial Hospital North Mississippi in Oxford. Donald was born November 8, 1954 to the late James L. Warbington and Birdie K. Townswend Warbington in Sacramento, CA. Donald grew up in Marks, MS during his early life, something he was very proud of throughout his lifetime. Donald...

Walter "Sonny" Moore

Walter "Sonny" Moore

May 21, 2024

Walter "Sonny" Moore, age 83, passed away on May 21, 2024 at his home in Batesville, MS. 

Born on September 20, 1941, in Batesville, MS to the late Walter Campbell Moore, Sr. and Loraine Land Moore. He was known for his dedicated career as a Truck Driver and his honorable service in the United States Navy. During his time in and throughout...

Wanda Lynette Ridge

Wanda Lynette Ridge

May 20, 2024

Wanda Lynette Freeman Ridge went to be with her Lord on May 20, 2024 with her family at her side. She was born October 24, 1936 in Hunter, Arkansas, to Otis and Minnie Melvin Freeman. She married Charles E. Ridge Sr., the love of her life, on the 10th of November 1956.  He always said, “She is the smartest lady I...

Joe Albert Dettor

Joe Albert Dettor

May 19, 2024

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Joe Albert Dettor, age 73, passed away Sunday evening, May 19, 2024, at his home in Sardis, MS. 

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 for visitation from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at...

Michael Putman

Michael Putman

May 16, 2024

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Paul Michael Putman, age 47, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024 at his home in Batesville, MS. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 24, 2024, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Terza Cemetery in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, May 23, 2024...

Frances Kiser Cain

Frances Kiser Cain

May 15, 2024

Frances Kiser Cain, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, at Diversicare in Batesville, MS. She was born on October 27, 1940, to the late James Floyd Kiser and Bamer Hughes Kiser in Brewton, AL., and lived a life filled with love, joy and dedication to her family.

A Graveside Service to honor and...

Billy "Bobby" Morrow

Billy "Bobby" Morrow

May 13, 2024

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Billy “Bobby” Morrow, Sr., age 87, passed away Monday afternoon, May 13, 2024 at his home in Courtland, MS

Funeral services for Bobby will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Antioch Cemetery. The family will receive friends one...

Martha Chrestman

Martha Chrestman

May 8, 2024

Martha Hughes Chrestman, age 74, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at her home in Batesville, MS. She was the widow of Mr. Lonnie Chrestman, Jr. 

A celebration of Martha's life will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 3:00 p.m., along with the funeral services for Wendy Ingram, her daughter-in-law, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of...

Wendy Faye Ingram

Wendy Faye Ingram

May 8, 2024

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Wendy Faye Ingram, age 49, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Forrest Memorial Park. The family...

James "Sammy" Samuel Smith

James "Sammy" Samuel Smith

May 7, 2024

Livestream of Funeral Service James Samuel "Sammy" Smith, 86, of Batesville, MS, passed away Tuesday May 7, 2024 at the North Mississippi Veterans Home in Oxford, MS. The funeral service will be held Friday May 10, 2024 at 11am in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service....

Jamie Whitten Howell

Jamie Whitten Howell

May 7, 2024

Jamie W. Howell, Sr. of Pope, Mississippi died peacefully in Collierville, Tennessee on May 7, 2024. Mr. Howell was born on March 14,1938 in Sumner, Mississippi to Burtrum Hy Howell and Ollie Baker Howell. As a child, Jamie was reared in Pope, Mississippi as the only boy of six children. Having five sisters shaped Jamie into a man who was...

Henry Allen "Hank" Robison, Jr.

Henry Allen "Hank" Robison, Jr.

May 5, 2024

Henry Allen "Hank" Robison, Jr., age 80, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. He was the husband of Jean Robison of Batesville. 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Batesville with visitation beginning 1:30. Interment will follow the...

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