Obituaries

Feb 10, 2024

Michael Wayne Quarles, 63, passed away on February 10, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS.

Michael was born on March 24, 1960, in Houston, MS to the late Wayne and Wanda Gill Quarles.

He was a Veteran of the US Army. Michael worked on oil rigs, was a tugboat operator and could...

Feb 7, 2024

Alvin Wallace Blount of Bruce, MS. a devoted son, beloved father, and skilled mechanic, passed away on February 7, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on July 4, 1946, in North Dakota, Alvin was known for his passion for collecting antique cars and his unwavering dedication to his craft.

Alvin, a true automotive enthusiast, spent countless...

Feb 7, 2024

Jennie Sue Hardin Tedder, 94, passed away on February 7, 2024, at her home in Vardaman, MS.

Jennie was born on August 25, 1929, in Calhoun City to the late David Lonnie Hardin and Clytee Moore Hardin.

She was a member of Midway Baptist Church. She enjoyed working in her flower beds and housekeeping.  She...

Feb 2, 2024

Samuel Paul Tutor, Sr., 57, of Bruce, MS, departed from this life on Friday, February 02, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital- Golden Triangle, in Columbus, MS. He was born on October 14, 1966, in Vardaman, MS to the late Paul Laderle Tutor and Marjorie Johnson Tutor.

Sam was the owner and operator of Paul's Tire. In his...

Feb 2, 2024

Sarah Gwendolyn Jones, 70, passed away on February 2, 2024, at her home in Houlka, MS. Sarah was born on May 22, 1953, in Calhoun County to the late Leslie Lamar Jones and Evelene Schwalenburg Jones.

Sarah is survived by her sister-in-law Rosie Lynn Jones of Houston, MS; nieces: Sherry (Jerry) Russell of Pontotoc, MS: Lana (Kenneth)...

Jan 31, 2024

Mattie Virginia Vanlandingham, 94, passed away on January 31, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-North MS in Oxford, MS. Virginia was born on October 26, 1929, in Yalobusha County to Raymond and Cora McKibben. She graduated from Ellard High School in 1946. She held many jobs in her life from working at Glenn Slacks Garment Factory, Fred's Dollar Store, Kwiky...

Jan 30, 2024

Candi Nix Barnhill, 50, of Pontotoc, MS, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. She was born on February 02, 1973, in Greenville, SC to the late Jess Leonard Nix and Betty Watkins Nix.

Candi will always be remembered for her kind heart, unwavering faith, and the love she shared...

Jan 23, 2024

Rev. Billy Joe Beckett, 93, passed away on January 23, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-North MS in Oxford, MS. He was born on April 30, 1930, to Thomas and Vallie Beckett in Bruce, MS.

Bro. Beckett served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He obtained a master's degree in forestry and earned a...

Jan 23, 2024

Robert James May 82,of Bruce peacefully passed away at his home on January 23, 2024, at the age of 82. Born in Pontotoc on April 23, 1941, to the late Dow May and Myrl Bramlett May.

James served his country with honor and bravery as a member of the United States Army. Enlisting on September 30, 1962....

Jan 16, 2024

Gwendolyn Sue Wright Logan (DOB 9/15/1942 - age 81), of Tupelo, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice Unit on January 16, 2024.

Sue is survived by her husband of 59 ½ years, Robert C. “Blue” Logan, Sr.; two sons and their families: Robert Clark...

Jan 14, 2024

Leslie Ivan Hughes, 63, of Calhoun City, passed away on January 14, 2024, at Baptist Nursing Home-Calhoun City.

Leslie was born on June 19, 1960, to the late Charles Elmer and Eva Lois Martin Hughes in Magee, MS.

He was the Dean of Learning Resources at East Central Community College until his retirement.  He had...

Jan 11, 2024

Larry Frank Bennett, 75, of Bruce, MS, departed from this life on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. He was born on November 07, 1948, in Bruce, MS to the late William Frank Bennett and Dollie Maudine Edwards.

Larry attended Bruce High School and was part of the class of 1966. He...

Jan 7, 2024

Devoted Christian, wife, mother, and grandmother, Mattie Louise Hill Buchanan, 78, of Bruce, Mississippi passed away peacefully at her home and entered Heaven’s gates singing on January 7, 2024.

Louise was born on November 8, 1945 to Luster Alvin Hill and Ruby Pearl Hill of Calhoun County, Mississippi. She devoted her life to caring for others and...

Jan 5, 2024

Barbara Ruth Tutor Swanson, 75, of Pittsboro departed from this life on Friday, January 5, 2024, at her home. She was born on May 7, 1948 in Calhoun County to the late Elvis Mitchell Tutor and Vernice Gregory Tutor.

Barbara loved to work. She enjoyed her family and friends. She loved her lilies and her garden. She...

Dec 29, 2023

Tony Max Cain, 67, of Banner departed from this life on Friday, December 29, 2023, at his home in Banner, MS. He was born on September 16, 1956, in Oxford, MS to the late Kenneth Cain and Doris Maxine Cain.

Tony, was a retired logger from Cain and Cain Logging Company. He loved being outside, hunting, looking...

Dec 26, 2023

Ronald Clinton "Unc" Jenkins, 81, of Banner passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. He was born on July 08, 1942, in Banner, MS, to the late Clinton Henry Jenkins and Bernice Lee Shields.

Ronald served his country and state by serving in the Mississippi National Guard for four years. He was the owner...

Dec 11, 2023

Zelma Loucille Hardin-Shepard, 96, of Vardaman, departed from this life on Monday, December 11, 2023, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford. She was born on July 09, 1927, in Vardaman to the late Zelma B. Casey and Edith Maddox Casey.

Zelma Lou was a homemaker and a mother. She spent her time looking after the needs of...

Dec 8, 2023

Angela Carol Bennett, 54, of Calhoun City, departed from this life on Friday, December 08, 2023, at Baptist Calhoun Hospital in Calhoun City. She was born on March 26, 1969, in Vardaman, to the late Willie Jean Hardin Reynolds.

Angie spent many seasons of life keeping children. She was the Mother of her extended children that she...

Dec 4, 2023

Aubrey Leigha Berryhill, 19, of Banner, departed from this life on Monday, December 04, 2023, at her home in Banner, MS. She was born on January 02, 2004 in Oxford, MS, to Adam Lee Berryhill and Shanna Layne Randall McCord.

Aubrey worked as a sales clerk. She loved music and singing. Aubrey had a beautiful voice. She...

Nov 29, 2023

Janie Lou May Burks, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2023, in Vicksburg, Mississippi at the age of 82. She was born on March 2, 1941, in Bruce, Mississippi.

Janie devoted her life to her children and grandchildren, finding her utmost happiness and fulfillment in their presence. She had a passion for...