Obituaries

Northern Mississippi Obituaries

Frankie Lee Lofton

Frankie Lee Lofton

Sep 19, 2024

Frankie Lee Lofton, 64 of Calhoun City peacefully left this world at his home on September 19, 2024. Born on September 24, 1959, in Little Rock, AR,  Frankie was a devoted husband to Debbie Lofton, a loving father to Brandon (Erin) Lofton of Oxford, MS, and Erick (Lauren) Lofton of Ridgeland, MS, and a proud grandfather to Jacob and...

Walter Rose, Sr.

Walter Rose, Sr.

Sep 16, 2024

Walter Joel Rose, Sr., 92, of Coffeeville, MS, a devoted husband, father, and dedicated Merchant Marine, passed away on September 16, 2024, in New Albany, MS. Born in Ultia, Honduras on July 11, 1932, Walter's life was filled with a deep appreciation for the past. He treasured collecting stamps, coins, and a variety of old and antique items, finding...

Infant Harmony Lay'Lanii Dobbins

Infant Harmony Lay'Lanii Dobbins

Sep 15, 2024

Infant Harmony Lay'lanii Dobbins was born February 20, 2024, at The University of Mississippi Medical Center, in Jackson, Mississippi and died there on September 15, 2024. She now has her angel wings, has no more health struggles, and is resting peacefully in Jesus arms.

Those left to cherish her memory are her mother Alexus Michelle Dobbins of...

Timothy Eugene "Tim" Lunceford

Timothy Eugene "Tim" Lunceford

Sep 14, 2024

Timothy Eugene “Tim” Lunceford, 78, passed this earthly life on Saturday, September 14, 2024, suddenly at his home.  He was born in Houston, MS, on August 10, 1946, to the late Jasper Aycock and Mavis Allday Lunceford.

Tim was a graduate of Calhoun City High School class of 1964.  After graduation from high school, he served his...

James "Jim" Carey Miller

James "Jim" Carey Miller

Aug 30, 2024

James “Jim” C. Miller of Pittsboro, MS passed from his earthly home to his eternal home on Friday, August 30th at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Oxford, MS.  He was born in Obion County, Tennessee on March 14, 1946 to W. E Miller and Bernice Mitchel.

Jim retired after fifty-five years as a dedicated, loyal truck driver from...

Jennifer Leann Aston

Jennifer Leann Aston

Aug 29, 2024

Jennifer LeAnn Aston of Pittsboro, MS passed from her earthly home to her eternal home on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS.  She was born on October 28, 1980 in Greenwood, MS to Jerry Burkeen and Cathie Barnett Tallant.

Jennifer was a homemaker and a stay at home mom.  She enjoyed music,...

Carolyn Greene

Carolyn Greene

Aug 27, 2024

Carolyn Ann Long Greene left the struggles of this life and went to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. She was born on August 20, 1937, to Jesse Clinton and Annie Esma Burt Long.

Carolyn was a gift to those who knew her. She was a creative seamstress and cake decorator. If she...

Donnie Gay Lafayette

Donnie Gay Lafayette

Aug 25, 2024

Donnie G. Lafayette, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 25, 2024.  He was born in Bruce, MS, on December 3, 1955.

Donnie was a trucker with Swift Trucking and had previously worked at Weyerhaeuser. He was a member of Antioch Baptist Church.  Donnie enjoyed the simple things of life such as watching TV,...

Earline Harper

Earline Harper

Aug 25, 2024

Earline Harper, passed away on August 25, 2024, at the age of 95 in Baptist Memorial Hospital of New Albany, Born on June 22, 1929, Earline was known for her caring nature and warm smile. She took great pleasure in the simple joys of life, finding happiness in listening to music and staying active through exercise.

Earline...

Travis Dean Brown

Travis Dean Brown

Aug 18, 2024

Travis Dean Brown, 80, of Derma, MS, passed away on August 17, 2024, at his home. Born on May 25, 1944, in Chickasaw, MS, Travis will be remembered for his love of watching television and his extensive collection of assorted trinkets and memorabilia.

He leaves behind his brother Marvin Brown, and a host of nieces and nephews...

Kenneth Hodge

Kenneth Hodge

Aug 17, 2024

Kenneth Edward Hodge, a beloved member of the Oxford community, will be fondly remembered for his dedication to serving others and his unwavering commitment to his family. Born on February 12, 1939, in Delay, MS, Kenneth passed away on August 17, 2024, in Oxford, MS, surrounded by his loved ones.

A graduate of Yocona High School, Kenneth...

William Dayne Brewster

William Dayne Brewster

Aug 13, 2024

William Dayne Brewster, a beloved husband, brother, and uncle, passed away on August 13, 2024, in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on January 14, 1962, in Greenwood, Mississippi, William was a dedicated and compassionate registered nurse in the healthcare industry, having earned his Bachelor's degree in nursing from Union University after graduating from Mississippi Delta Junior College. William was a man...

Lavern Whiteside

Lavern Whiteside

Aug 12, 2024

Lavern Sanders Whiteside, 90, of Alpharetta, GA passed away August 12, 2024 at AccentCare Hospice in Cumming, GA. Born to cotton farmers, Ernest and Lillie Sanders, Lavern grew up in Old Town Community near Bruce, MS. Memories of childhood at Old Town Baptist Church, tales of Old Town lore, and stories of adventures with friends made up Lavern’s favorite...

Joseph Melvin Tunnell

Joseph Melvin Tunnell

Aug 12, 2024

Joseph Melvin (Joe) Tunnell, 72, passed away on August 12, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Calhoun, in Calhoun City, MS. He was born on March 25, 1952, in Chickasaw County to the late Clyde Bradford Tunnell and Essie Opal Carter Tunnell.

Joe was the owner of Joe's Market from 1984-2009 and TNT Mini Market from 2014 until his...

Charles Wayne Green

Charles Wayne Green

Aug 12, 2024

Charles Wayne Green, of Bellefontaine, MS, passed away on August 12, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born on October 1, 1943, in Pittsboro, MS. Charles will be remembered for his deep love for his family and his unwavering commitment to his work in the agricultural industry.

Throughout his life, Charles found joy in attending...

June Marie Murphree

June Marie Murphree

Aug 9, 2024

June Marie Murphree, 84, entered her heavenly home to be joined with her loved ones in heaven on Friday, August 9, 2024.  She passed away peacefully at Baptist Calhoun Nursing Home after an extended illness.  She was born June 2, 1940, in Bruce to the late O. L. Kimsey and Effie Birdsong Kimsey.

June was a homemaker...

Melinda Morris Turner

Melinda Morris Turner

Aug 3, 2024

Melinda Joy Morris Turner, 59, passed away on August 3, 2024, at her home in Bruce, MS. Melinda was born on June 11, 1965, to Jimmy Wayne Morris and Frances Tutor Morris.

Melinda was a member of Faith Baptist Church.  She spent many years as a factory worker in the sewing department and had also worked in...

Jose Guadalupe Pachecano-Gonzalez

Jose Guadalupe Pachecano-Gonzalez

Jul 28, 2024

Jose Guadalupe Pachecano-Gonzalez passed away suddenly as a result of a motor vehicle accident Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Houston, Mississippi.  He was born March 7, 1994, in Cerritos S.L.P., Mexico.

Jose was an employee of American Furniture, where he worked as a furniture upholsterer.  He loved his family, watching movies, animals and especially his dogs.  He...

Victoria "Vicki" Owens Potter

Victoria "Vicki" Owens Potter

Jul 24, 2024

It is with Great sadness that her loving family shares that Victoria "Vicki" Owens Potter passed on July 24, 2024, at her home in Big Creek, MS. Throughout her 26 years career as a nurse, Vicki put others first. Nursing is a calling, a lifestyle, and was her way of living. Vicki is not remembered by her 26 years...

Audrey Faye Doss Hobson

Audrey Faye Doss Hobson

Jul 22, 2024

Audrey Faye Doss Hobson, 60 passed away peacefully at her home in Oxford, MS on July 22, 2024.  She was born May 31, 1964, in Bruce to James Raymon Doss and Myra Frances Newsom White.

Audrey was a seamstress in her younger years working at Glenn Slacks Garment Company.  She loved sewing, fishing, camping, and playing dominoes.  ...

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