Richard L. Watkins
Jul 9, 2026
Richard Watkins 83, of Bruce, passed away on Thursday July 9, 2026 at his home in Bruce. Visitation will be held on Friday July 10, 2026 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Parker Memorial Funeral Home of Bruce. another vistation will be held from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM on Saturday July 11, 2026 at Parker Memorial Funeral Home....
Bro. Larry Lavoy Edwards
Jun 30, 2026
Larry Lavoy Edwards passed away peacefully at his home in Grenada, MS, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.
Larry was born to the late Durell and Geneva Edwards on February 24, 1951, in Calhoun County, Mississippi. Larry married Sarah Evelyn Stacks on May 30, 1971, and they were blessed with 3 children: Gabe, Amy and Tom.
Larry was called to the...
Sue Barlow Weeks
Jun 30, 2026
Sue Barlow Weeks passed away on June 30, 2026, at her home in Algoma, Mississippi, at the age of 77. Born on October 17, 1948, in Blytheville, Arkansas, Sue was a devoted educator who dedicated her career to shaping young minds within the South Pontotoc and Houlka School District.Sue's commitment to her community extended well beyond her role as a...
Bro. Bobby Donald Long
Jun 30, 2026
Bro. Bobby Donald Long of Houlka, MS, a beloved Baptist minister, devoted family man, and respected community leader, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in Bruce, Mississippi, to a loving family, Bobby dedicated his life to serving others and spreading the message of the Gospel. He graduated from Bruce High School in 1953...
Billy Frank Cantrell
Jun 26, 2026
Billy Frank Cantrell, affectionately known as "Wild Bill," passed away at his home on June 26, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on June 3, 1940, in Bruce, Mississippi, Billy Frank was the son of Frank and Eva Cantrell. He was a cherished member of the community and a beloved figure in the logging and trucking industry. He graduated...
John Holland
Jun 14, 2026
John Frank Holland 59 of Banner,Ms died on Sunday June 14, 2026 3:15 a.m. at his home in Banner,Ms. Born Thursday November 3, 1966 at Mendenhall, Ms. He was the son of Carl Robert Holland and Emma Lou Holland. Surviving are sisters Ivy Pearl Manseill of Banner,Ms Kathy Ann Buitt (Sylvester) of Bogue Chitto,Ms Brenda Kay Wright (Bobby) of Banner,Ms...
James William Simpson
Jun 11, 2026
James William Simpson, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, just shy of his 66th birthday. He was born on June 10, 1960, in Memphis, Tennessee, and had made his home in Calhoun City, Mississippi.James will be remembered for his artistic spirit and his love for the beauty found in both classic and science...
Florence Elaine Purvis
Jun 11, 2026
Florence Elaine Purvis, 68, of Paris, MS. born on January 17, 1958, in Port Norris, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, in her home in Paris, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family. Florence was a devoted homemaker whose life's work was characterized by her unwavering love for her family, her deep faith, and her selfless service to...
Jackie Lynn Callahand
May 27, 2026
Jackie Lynn Callahand, age 82, of Paris, MS, passed away at his home on May 27, 2026. He was born on April 13, 1944, in Lafayette County, Mississippi. He dedicated his life to working as a self-employed logger and in rental property management.Jackie was a member of the Paris Fellowship Methodist Church in Paris, MS, where he found joy and...
Corneil Henry Dekker
May 10, 2026
Corneil "Nick" Henry Dekker, a cherished father, devoted friend, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on August 16, 1943, in Gary, Indiana, Corneil spent much of his life nurturing both his family and a deep appreciation for nature, particularly his beloved flowers. A dedicated member of the United States Army,...
Trudy Ann Rangel
May 3, 2026
Trudy Ann Lasseigne Rangel, 76 of Vardaman, MS. She was born on February 13, 1950, in Raceland, Louisiana. Trudy passed away on May 3, 2026, in North Mississippi Health Services in Pontotoc, Mississippi. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, and a servant of the community, who touched the lives of many with her kindness and generosity.Trudy's...
Dessie Carolyn Nix
Apr 27, 2026
Dessie Carolyn Nix, age 81, of Calhoun City, MS, passed away on April 27, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Nursing Home Calhoun. Born on August 16, 1944, in Bruce, MS, she was the daughter of the late Clayton and Kate Melton. Dessie was a proud graduate of Bruce High School, Class of 1962, and dedicated many years of her life working...
Walter Fred Edmundson Jr.
Apr 27, 2026
He was known as Freddie to his immediate family and friends, Possum to his Heatcraft buddies and Pop to our pool playing family across Mississippi. No matter what you knew him by, he always seemed to leave an impression. If he picked on you or teased you about anything that meant he liked you especially if you put it back...
Ronald Clarion Wallace
Apr 22, 2026
Ronald Clarion Wallace, age 70, of Oxford, Mississippi, passed away at his home on April 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on January 5, 1956, in Batesville, Mississippi, Ronald was the son of Faye Thompson Clark and the late R.C. Wallace. He was a proud graduate of South Panola High School, class of 1974, and held an Associate's...
Mary Lee Ferguson
Apr 21, 2026
Mary Lee Ferguson of Vardaman, MS, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on April 21, 2026, at the age of 69, at Baptist Memorial Hospital Calhoun in Calhoun City, Mississippi. Born on August 30, 1956, in Vardaman, MS, she dedicated her life to caring for others, both in her personal life and her career.Mary proudly owned and operated Big...
Sherrie Winter Ledbetter
Apr 21, 2026
Sherrie Michelle Winter Ledbetter of Coffeeville, MS, born on June 10, 1965, in Bruce, Mississippi, passed away on April 21, 2026, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, at the age of 60. She was the daughter of the late Denzil Winter and JoAnn Winter.Sherrie served as an Office Manager for Dr. Bruce Longest at Bruce Family...
Jack Taylor Shoemake
Apr 20, 2026
Infant Jack Taylor Shoemake departed this life on April 20, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis, TN. He was born on April 17, 2026, in Memphis, Tennessee. Jack Taylor was the infant son of Taylor and Jordan Shoemake. During his brief but treasured time here, Jack brought immense joy and love to his family, who will cherish every...
Deborah Gean Taylor
Apr 20, 2026
Deborah Gean Taylor passed away at her home in Vardaman, MS, on April 20, 2026, at the age of 65. She was born on July 1, 1960, in Water Valley, MS, and was a long-time resident of Vardaman. Deborah touched the lives of many during her years working as a waitress in the hospitality industry, where her warm spirit and...
Dennis Alan Simpson
Apr 20, 2026
Dennis Alan Simpson, who departed this life on April 20, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on June 9, 1961, in Dallas, Texas, Dennis spent much of his life in Calhoun City, Mississippi, where he established roots and formed meaningful connections in the community.Dennis was a proud graduate of Calhoun City High School, Class of 1979, and went on...
Fredrick G Hawkins
Apr 17, 2026
Fredrick G. Hawkins, a beloved member of the Bruce, Mississippi community, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on February 23, 1929, he dedicated his life to hard work and family, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion.Fred was a proud dairy farmer whose commitment to agriculture shaped not only his life but...
