Speck Poynor

Duane "Speck" Poynor, age 72, passed away on September 13, 2026, at his home in Big Creek, MS. Born on May 2, 1954, in Forest, MS, Speck was the son of the late Lance and Tressie Poynor.

After attending Calhoun City High School, Speck became a jack of all trades, working various jobs, such as a truck driver, a small engine repairman, and working on the riverboat. Whether selling produce in the area-especially watermelons-as the beloved "produce man," or collecting items he found value in, such as cars, cast iron, and watches, Speck always sought opportunities to engage with others.

Speck was a proud member of Pine Grove Baptist Church, joining at the age of 16. His faith and love for music were intertwined, with his favorite song, "Yard Sale," being a constant companion. He enjoyed listening to music and attending Sunday school at Cedar Hill, where he found community and connection.

Speck is survived by his wife, Carol Addy Poynor of Little Rock, MS; his daughters, Rhonda Lou Poynor of Bruce, MS and Tracy Lynn (Brandon) Carpenter of Cleveland, MS; his son, Randy "Bubba" Poynor of Coffeeville, MS; his stepson, Earl Massey of Little Rock, MS; his sisters, Sue Martin and Minnie Belle Winters, both of Big Creek, MS; his brother, David (Lisa) Poynor of Big Creek, MS; along with ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. His love for family and friends was evident in the way he always tried to help anyone in need.

Visitation will be held at Parker Memorial Funeral Home in Bruce on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Following the visitation, a funeral service will take place in the chapel of Parker Memorial Funeral Home at 3:00 PM with Bro. Truman Scarbrough and Bro. Ken Smith. Speck will be laid to rest at Mt. Nebo Cemetery in Big Creek, MS, immediately afterward.

Serving as pallbearers will be Gene Alexander, Tim Cardwell, Dillon Moore, Trey Moore, Roger Poynor, Mike Poynor, Michael Swanson, and Chris Terry. Honorary pallbearers will include Speck's best friend - Chris McGee, Ted Easley, Robert Lee Goodwin, Dillon Hardin, Wayne McMahan, Bobby Poynor, Joshua Poynor, and Landon Poynor.

Speck was preceded in death by his parents, Lance Roger Poynor and Tressie Lou Culpepper Poynor; grandparents, Henry David (Minnie Bell) Poynor, Jeff (Ellie William) Culpepper, Lela Poynor; and brothers, Roger Dale Poynor, Bernice Dewayne Poynor, Jerry Lynn Poynor, and Randy Poynor.

The staff of Parker Memorial Funeral Home is honored to serve the Poynor family as they walk through this season of loss. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they mourn the passing of their loved one.