Velma Jean Hocutt
Feb 12, 2026
Velma Jean Murphree Hocutt, 84, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Grenada Health and Rehab in Grenada, MS. Jean was a longtime resident of Grenada, Mississippi.Jean devoted more than 50 years of her life to nursing and caring for others, a profession she truly loved. She faithfully served for 41 years at the Grenada Rehabilitation Center, which was...
Bonnie Sue Effie Blount
Feb 11, 2026
Bonnie Sue Effie Blount, of Bruce, MS departed this life at Bruce Community Living Center on February 11, 2026, at the age of 73. Born to Floyd and Annie Gann on April 4, 1952, Bonnie lived a vibrant life filled with love and devotion to her family and friends.Bonnie is survived by her beloved husband, William Blount; her daughter, Susan...
Kenneth Charles Moss
Feb 3, 2026
Kenneth Charles Moss, 80, of Bruce, MS. born on May 25, 1945, in San Antonio, Texas, left this world on February 3, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Calhoun City, Mississippi. A dedicated father, beloved grandfather, and cherished brother, Kenneth's life was a testament to hard work, love, and the simple joys of life.Kenneth served honorably in the U.S. Army,...
Frank Matthew Powell
Feb 2, 2026
Frank Matthew Powell, age 68, of Grenada, MS, passed away on February 2, 2026.Known to many as Franky, he was truly one of a kind. He grew up in Houlka, MS a place that always remained part of who he was. Frank had a unique spirit-creative, inventive, and endlessly curious. He loved collecting, working on projects, and finding solutions where...
Evelyn Joan Easley
Jan 28, 2026
Evelyn Joan Easley, 90, of Bruce, MS. passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital of Oxford, MS. Born into a world that she would later fill with love and kindness, Joan lived a life marked by her compassionate spirit and unwavering dedication to her family.
Joan is survived by her two daughters, Barbara (Larry) Spratlin of Murfreesboro,...
Esteban Pachecano Murillo
Jan 27, 2026
Esteban Pachecano Murillo, 64. of Vardaman, MS. Esteban was born on September 2, 1961, in Santo Domingo, San Luis PotosÃ, Mexico. He departed this world on January 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication as a carpenter in the construction industry. He was known for his skilled craftsmanship and his unwavering commitment to providing for his...
Jane Langston Plunk
Jan 23, 2026
Jane Langston Plunk, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, departed this life on January 23, 2026, at the age of 83, at her home in Bruce, MS. She was born on July 19, 1942 in Columbia, MS. Jane was a graduate of Hub High School in Hub, Mississippi and was a member of Bruce First Baptist Church. Jane...
Rogelio Alvarado Gonzalez
Jan 18, 2026
Rogelio Alvarado Gonzalez, a beloved father, husband, and craftsman, departed this life on January 18, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS, at the age of 54. Born on July 23, 1971, in Cerritos, San Luis PotosÃ, Mexico, Rogelio carried with him the spirit and richness of his heritage throughout his life.Rogelio was a dedicated carpenter, pouring his...
Vonda Tallent
Jan 16, 2026
Vonda Tallent, beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left us on January 16, 2026, at the age of 55 a resident of Bruce Community Living. Born on September 15, 1970 in Plantation, Fl, Vonda graced the world with her kindness, curiosity, and passion for life.Vonda was a devoted mother to her son, Bradley Goodwin, and took immense joy in her role...
Robert Robertson
Jan 16, 2026
Robert Earl "Bobby" Robertson, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 73 in his home at Slate Spring, MS. Born in Eupora, Mississippi, on June 20, 1952, Bobby lived a life deeply rooted in his love for family and the great outdoors. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to both his loved ones and his...
Martin "Donald" Edwards
Jan 15, 2026
Martin "Donald" Edwards, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 84 in Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born on June 13, 1941, in Bruce, Mississippi, to parents Lee and Edna Edwards.
Donald attended Ellard High School and later he pursued higher education at Itawamba Community College and the...
Elizabeth "Beth" Aileen Allen
Jan 14, 2026
Elizabeth Aileen Allen age 58, of Pensacola, FL has passed away on January 14, 2026.
Elizabeth “Beth” was the beloved daughter of Mary Tiffin Allen of Tupelo, MS, and David Kenyon Allen of Big Creek, Mississippi, who preceded her in death on June 26, 2025.
Beth is survived by her stepmother, Anne Allen, whose kindness meant so much to her; Sisters Tiffany...
Jean Denley
Jan 14, 2026
Jean Denley, 97, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, in Des Moines, Iowa. Jean was born at home on a farm in Covington County, Mississippi, on October 10, 1928. She was one of 16 children.
Later in life, Jean moved to Bruce, Mississippi, where she met her future husband, George Denley, in a cafe where she worked as a...
Jeffrey Callaway
Jan 10, 2026
Jeff Callaway, musician and educator, passed away on January 10, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on February 20, 1963, in Jackson, Mississippi, Jeff led a life rich in music performance, teaching, and working in the restaurant industry. Jeff moved as a child with his family to Starkville, MS, where his father continued his education at Mississippi State University.
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Frankie Paul Ward
Jan 9, 2026
Frankie Paul Ward was born July 8, 1947 in Bruce, MS to Truman McDonald Ward and Mary Woodruff Ward Bryant. He departed his life on earth January 9, 2026 at St. Francis Hospital, Park Ave., Memphis, TN of complications due to cancer. He was a resident of Slate Springs, MS and Munford, TN.
After growing up and attending school in Vardaman...
Sandra Jenkins
Jan 8, 2026
Sandra Taylor Jenkins, born on March 21, 1945, in Calhoun City, Mississippi, passed away on January 8, 2026, at Panola Medical Center in Batesville, MS. She was born on March 21, 1945, to John and Lodie Taylor.Sandra is survived by her two daughters, Renea (Terry) Leachman and Shea Nix; grandchildren, Carleigh (Robert) Mata, Caitlin Nix, Christen Leachman, Jennifer Nix, and Cara...
Calvin Gulledge
Jan 7, 2026
Calvin Gulledge was a graduate of Derma High School, where she enjoyed playing basketball during her high school years. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.
She was employed by Blount Cleaners and delivered for The Commercial Appeal.
Calvin loved the outdoors and took great pride in working with her cows. Calvin adored her nephew, Donny. She loved him...
Jimmy Bumgart
Jan 6, 2026
Jimmy Carroll Bumgart, born on March 9, 1961, in Bruce, Mississippi, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 64. Jimmy was the son of John Robert and Thelma Delores Bumgart.
Mr. Bumgart is survived by his son, John James Bumgart; step-son, Jacob "Jake" Russell; step-daughter, Hassie (Will) Weldon; grandchildren, Brody Peacock, Ellyssa Jade Beason, Logan (Taylor) McAlester, and...
Johnny McGreger
Jan 4, 2026
Johnny Ray McGreger, 78, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at NMMC Hospice in Tupelo, MS. Born April 25, 1947, in Vardaman, MS. He was the son of the late Odis Ezekial McGreger and the late Geraldine Clark McGreger.On June 10, 1965, Johnny married the love of his life, Betty Arrington with whom he shared 50 wonderful years. He...
James Jerry Tedford
Jan 2, 2026
James Jerry Tedford, 82, of Bruce, departed this life on Friday, January 2, 2026, at his home in Bruce, MS. He was born on December 25, 1943, in Lambert, to the late Arlis Cortez Tedford and Opalean Elizabeth Williams Tedford.
Jerry spent 57 years traveling the highways and byways as a truck driver for R & L Carriers. He truly enjoyed...
