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Northern Mississippi Obituaries

Emily Annette Newman

Emily Annette Newman

Dec 17, 2024

Emily Annette Newman, Age 71, succumbed to injuries sustained in a one car accident in Calhoun County,  on Tuesday, December 17, 2024..

Emily was born to Lee Arthur Newman and Helen Davis Newman on February 15, 1953. She graduated from Greenville High School, Clarke College, and Union University. After being in education and retiring, she attended Delta...

Dean Patterson

Dean Patterson

Dec 9, 2024

Dean Patterson, passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 53 in Houlka, Mississippi. Born on February 4, 1971, in Vardaman, Mississippi, Dean dedicated his life to his passion for construction and craftsmanship as a carpenter, combining both artistry and functionality in every piece he created.

Dean was known for his exceptional woodworking and leatherworking...

Iris Jannett Patterson

Iris Jannett Patterson

Dec 9, 2024

Iris Jannett Patterson, of Houlka, passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born on June 26, 1939, in Marks, Mississippi, and spent her life spreading joy and love throughout her community.

Iris was a dedicated member of Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, where she shared her musical talents by playing the piano...

Kenneth Russell Roach

Kenneth Russell Roach

Dec 7, 2024

Kenneth Russell Roach, of Tupelo passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on June 1, 1947, in Houston, Mississippi, Kenneth spent his life in the warm embrace of family and faith.

Kenneth was a devoted member of Brush Arbor Church, where his spirit of positivity and his ability to find the...

Janice Williams Alexander

Janice Williams Alexander

Dec 7, 2024

Janice Williams Alexander, 78 (born October 10, 1946), went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, December 7, at St. Francis Hospital in Bartlett, TN. Before retiring, she was a valued employee of the Dillard’s company, where she exemplified the highest standards of dedication, dependability, and kindness, winning her many friends throughout her successful career. Janice was a...

Andrew Earl Stepp

Andrew Earl Stepp

Dec 5, 2024

Rep. Andrew Earl Stepp, a beloved father, son, and friend, passed away on December 5, 2024, at the age of 66. Born on June 23, 1958, in Memphis, Tennessee, Andy dedicated his life to serving his community and fostering connections with those around him. He resided in Bruce, Mississippi, where he made a lasting impact through his diverse roles...

Raymie Benton Griffin

Raymie Benton Griffin

Nov 22, 2024

Raymie Benton  Griffin, 71, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi after a brief illness.  He was born April 22, 1953 in Bruce, Mississippi to the late parents of James Clarence “Foots” Griffin and Joyce Lee Hodge Griffin.

He was a band saw filler and worked with Fly Timber Company before...

Charles Melvin Liles

Charles Melvin Liles

Nov 20, 2024

Charles Melvin Liles,80 of Coffeeville, Mississippi. Passed away on November 20, 2024, at his home in Coffeeville  Born on January 17, 1944, in Coffeeville to the late Perry Lee Liles and Ethel Spurgeon Liles.

Throughout his life, Charles embraced various pursuits and occupations, finding joy in activities such as hunting deer, quail, squirrel, and duck. His love...

Christopher Frank Parker

Christopher Frank Parker

Nov 12, 2024

Christopher Frank Parker, 49, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Baptist Calhoun Hospital, Calhoun City.  He was born on  March 19, 1975, in Houston, MS to Robert Earl Parker and Judith Pauline McDonald Parker.

Chris was a jack of all trades. He was a mechanic, carpenter, comedian, father, friend, and so much more in...

Glenn Wesson Crocker, Jr.

Glenn Wesson Crocker, Jr.

Nov 10, 2024

Glenn Wesson Crocker, Jr., 82, passed away on November 10, 2024, at his home in Bruce, MS. He was the son of the late Glenn Wesson Crocker and Lavonia Corinne Bryant Crocker.

Glenn was a graduate of Bruce High School and the University of Mississippi with a master's degree in music.  He spent most of his career...

Cynthia Patteson Douglas

Cynthia Patteson Douglas

Nov 7, 2024

Cynthia Patteson Douglas (86) of Bruce, Mississippi passed away on November 7, 2024. Cynthia grew up in Dillwyn, Virginia. She was a graduate of The University of Richmond and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary where she met the love of her life, Bobby Douglas. Cynthia treasured being a pastor’s wife and faithfully served with Bobby in Tennessee, Arizona, and...

Jettie Ruth Pettit

Jettie Ruth Pettit

Nov 4, 2024

Jettie Ruth Pettit, 79, of Banner, MS, died at her home on November 4, 2024. Born December 28, 1944, in Memphis, TN, she was the daughter of M.D. (Bill) Hill and Ruth Champion Hill.

Jettie was a graduate of Bruce High School and The University of Mississippi with both a bachelor's degree and master's degree in education....

Carlton Atley Moore

Carlton Atley Moore

Nov 1, 2024

Carlton Atley Moore 83 of Sarepta, MS, passed away at his home on Friday November 1, 2024.   A cherished husband to Ellie Ruth Gann Moore of Sarepta, MS, devoted father to Larry (Wendy) Moore of Bruce, MS, Regina (Stephen) Moore-Capell of Sarepta, MS, and James Moore of Sarepta,MS, a sister, Florence Taylor of Pontotoc, a proud grandfather to Amelia...

Patricia Jean Eubanks

Patricia Jean Eubanks

Oct 31, 2024

Patricia Jean Eubanks, 66 of Bruce peacefully departed on October 31, 2024, at Winona Manor. She was born on November 16, 1957, in Vardaman, MS.

In her lifetime, Patricia was a devoted homemaker. Her love for the outdoors, passion for traveling, and fondness for shopping brought warmth to those around her.

Patricia is survived by...

Sammy Red

Sammy Red

Oct 21, 2024

Sammy Red, 62, passed away suddenly at home in Calhoun City, MS surrounded by God’s nature on Monday, October 22, 2024.  He was born September 18, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Randolph Red and Rose Etter Sowell Red.

Sammy was a member of Flaglake Baptist Church.  He was an avid outdoorsman who loved deer hunting,...

Claude "Butch" Chalmers Romine, Jr.

Claude "Butch" Chalmers Romine, Jr.

Oct 21, 2024

Claude “Butch” Chalmers Romine, Jr., 68 passed away suddenly Monday, October 21, 2027, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.  He was born August 31, 1956, in Florence, Alabama to the late Claude Chalmers Romine and Betty Palmertree Romine.

Butch was an auto parts specialist with Advance Auto Parts in Oxford.  He was a retired independent insurance...

Laderle "Pee Wee" Wayne Doler

Laderle "Pee Wee" Wayne Doler

Oct 19, 2024

LaDerle "Pee Wee" Wayne Doler, 84, passed this earthly life Saturday, October 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at North Mississippi Medical Center in Eupora after an extended illness.  He was born in Grenada on January 12, 1940, to the late H. J. Doler and Rosa Lee Gregg Doler.

LaDerle was a faithful member of Bethany...

Geneva Thames

Geneva Thames

Oct 18, 2024

Etna Geneva Dye Thames, 86, passed away on October 18, 2024, at Fernbrooke Personal Care Home in Houston, MS. Geneva was born on December 27, 1937, to the late Edgar Allen (E. A.) Dye and Lois House Dye.

She spent many years working at Floy Dyer Manor in Houston, MS ultimately serving as Director of Nursing before...

Brenda Joyce Walls

Brenda Joyce Walls

Oct 17, 2024

Brenda Joyce Walls 67 of Calhoun City, passed away on October 17, 2024, at University Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on May 13, 1957, to a loving family in Mississippi,

Brenda found joy in the simple pleasures of life, taking pleasure in her work, attending events at the V.F.W., and dancing her heart out. As a...

Dorothy Maxine Foulke Webb

Dorothy Maxine Foulke Webb

Oct 15, 2024

Dorothy Maxine Foulke Webb 98,

Born November 5, 1925 to Lottie and William Foulke of First View, Colorado. A member of Ellard Baptist Church where she raised her family.

She is preceeded in death by her parents William and Lottie Foulke, Three brothers, Clive, George, and Lester, all of Cheyenne Wells Colorado. Two sisters, Crystal...

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