Obituaries

May 19, 2024

Juan Carlos Coronado-Mendez, 43, passed away on May 19, 2024, in Oxford, MS. Juan Carlos is survived by Clemencia Coronado - spouse, Francisco Coronado-Ureña - father, Minerva Mendez - mother, Carla Yamilet Coronado - daughter, Naomi Sarahi Coronado - daughter, Brigitte Coronado - daughter, Lidiana Idaly Coronado Mendez - sister, Mayra Antonia Coronado Mendez - sister, Berenice Coronado Mendez...

May 16, 2024

Donna Williams, 69 of Vardaman, MS. passed away on May 16, 2024, in Baptist Memorial Hospital of Calhoun City, MS. She was born on September 17, 1954, in Ruleville, MS, to the late Jake Winters and Shirlene Gulick Winters.

Donna will forever be remembered for her kind heart, love for her family, and her passion for cooking,...

May 13, 2024

Joan Ferguson Claunch,72, peacefully passed away on May 13, 2024, at her home in Bruce, MS . She was born on December 23, 1951, and was known for her love of watching television. Joan leaves behind a rich legacy of love and cherished memories.

She is survived by her sister, Kay Tyler of Bruce. Joan is also...

May 9, 2024

Dennis "Big Bird" Alvin Bennett,57 of Calhoun City, MS. passed away on May 9, 2024 in Bruce, MS. Known for his playful spirit and love for laughter, Dennis endeared himself to all who crossed his path with his infectious humor and candid personality. Born on February 14, 1967, in Columbus, MS, Dennis brought light and joy into the lives...

May 6, 2024

Mrs. Martha Summerall, of Columbus, MS. a beloved homemaker known for her passion for cooking and engaging conversations, peacefully passed away on May 6, 2024, at the age of 92. Martha was born on July 26, 1931, in Kosciusko, Mississippi.

Throughout her life, Martha found joy in preparing delicious meals and sharing them with her family and...

May 4, 2024

Joseph Donald Daniel, Jr. 65, of Bruce, MS, passed this earthly life on May 4, 2024, at University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital.

Joey was born on August 13, 1958, in Starkville, MS to the late Joseph Donald Daniel, Sr. and Milla Faye Oswalt.

He was a steel worker until his retirement and disability with Gulf...

Apr 28, 2024

Christine Annette Orr, 81, was born on February 19, 1943, in Hohenlinden, MS, peacefully passed away in her home on April 28, 2024, in Bruce, MS. Annette will be remembered as a devoted member of Macedonia Baptist Church, She took joy in life's simple pleasures, with an unwavering love for flowers, sewing, and crafts. Annette's compassion extended beyond humanity,...

Apr 17, 2024

In loving memory of John Thomas Campbell, a devoted husband, father, and skilled craftsman who passed away on April 17, 2024 a few weeks before his 90th birthday.

John Thomas shared almost 68 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Brenda Ann Campbell, creating a lifetime of cherished memories together. The devotion he showed his faith and...

Apr 15, 2024

Betty Joan "Granny" Turner, 85, of Bruce passed away on April 15, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-North MS, in Oxford, MS. She was born on April 23, 1938, to the late Estell and Ercell Mulkey. Betty was a beloved mother to Pattie Romine and Sherry Turner, adored grandmother to Jay Bullard, Stacy Bullard, Jenny Collins, Jeremy Romine, and treasured...

Apr 14, 2024

Christopher "Chris" Lee Penick, 41, was born on February 18, 1983, in Grenada, MS to Amanda Lollar Logan and Gary Lee Penick.  Chris passed this earthly life to soon on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at his residence in Vardaman, MS. Chris was a graduate of Vardaman High School, class of 2001 and Northeast Mississippi Community College.  He was a...

Apr 6, 2024

Harvis Gene Langford, 87, passed away on April 6, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Calhoun in Calhoun City, MS. Gene was born on June 12, 1936, in Derma, MS to the late Sherman Alford Langford and Eula Mae Vanlandingham Langford.

He spent many years as a copartner of Langford and Sons Contractors working as a carpenter. He loved...

Apr 5, 2024

Dr. Jonathan Chad Williams, 43, of Starkville, MS, passed away on April 5, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle in Columbus, MS.

Dr. Williams was born on January 5, 1981, in Tupelo, MS, to Joel Inmon Williams and Bonnie Aston Williams.

As a child he was determined to be a doctor and would not let...

Apr 5, 2024

Harold Dean Mann, 71, of Bruce, MS, departed from this life on Friday, April 05, 2024, at his home in Bruce, MS. He was born on January 08, 1953, in Oxford, MS to the late Richard Ivan Mann and Erma Beatrice Perkins Mann.

Harold was an insurance agent for American General. Harold also worked at Aron's Used...

Apr 5, 2024

Bruce – Deane Edward Rapp, 76, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 in Bruce, MS.  Deane was born April 13, 1947 to Edward D and Ethel J Quick Rapp.  Ed was a Baptist minister and their family traveled across the United States many years as Ed helped establish many new churches.  When Deane was 13 the family moved to...

Apr 1, 2024

Tony Edward (Tone-Tone) Moore, 59, passed away on April 1, 2024, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Tony was born on September 6, 1964, in Vardaman, MS to Johnathon Moore and Mary Alice Baker McDonald.

He graduated from Vardaman High School in 1982. Tony served his country by serving in the US Army.  After four...

Apr 1, 2024

Larry Goodwin, 75, of Banner passed away on April 1, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS. He was born on February 18, 1949 in Bruce, MS, to the late Glady Goodwin and Marie Miller. He worked for many years finishing concrete and logging. Larry is survived by a sister, Gladis Kay Ray of Hardinsburg, KY, sons, Randy...

Mar 31, 2024

Charles Howe, 77 of Calhoun City peacefully departed from this world on March 31, 2024, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. He was born on July 30, 1946, in Ontario California, to the late Cleo Robert Howe and Helen Covington Howe.

Throughout his life, Charles demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment. He served in the U.S. Marines...

Mar 30, 2024

Doris Hamilton, 88, passed away on March 30, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Nursing Home in Calhoun City, MS. She was born on May 20, 1935 in Vardaman, MS, to Victor Harrell and Vera Ellen Harrell. Doris was very dedicated member of Vardaman First Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School Teacher for forty two years. She was...

Mar 23, 2024

Virginia Dianne Goodwin, 74, passed away on March 23, 2024, in Baptist Memorial Hospital of Oxford, MS. She was born on January 8, 1950 in Bruce, MS, to Rex Massey and Mary Massey. Dianne is survived by Randy Goodwin - son, of Houlka, Jeff Goodwin - son, of Grenada, Montana Goodwin - grandchild, of Calhoun City, Dillon Hardin -...

Mar 21, 2024

Larry Dale Blackwelder, 78, passed away on March 21, 2024, in at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Larry was born on March 5, 1946, to the late Frank Blackwelder and Ora Lee Turner Blackwelder. Larry served his country as a member of the National Guard. He was the Public Works Director for the city of Bruce for...