Linda Gail Willoughby
Oct 9, 2025
Linda Gail Willoughby, beloved sister, aunt, and cherished friend, who departed this life on October 9, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on April 16, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Albert Cockrell and Viola Hayes. Linda spent her later years in Water Valley, where she embraced her roles with unwavering love and devotion.
Linda dedicated her life to nurturing not...
Lillian Frances "Fran" Russell
Oct 6, 2025
Lillian Frances "Fran" Russell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, of Pittsboro, Mississippi, took her final rest on October 6, 2025, at the age of 90. Born to James and Beulah Kelley on April 26, 1935, in Akron, Ohio. Fran lived a life rich with love, adventure, and countless memories that she generously shared with those she cherished.
A...
Donna Lynn Orr
Oct 5, 2025
Donna Lynn Orr passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on November 1, 1960, in Rochester, New York, to William George Sager and Suzanne Smith Sager. Donna enjoyed growing up along the picturesque shores of Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes region in upstate New York.
A graduate of Trumansburg Central High School in 1978, Donna...
Rita SueLynn Valentine
Oct 5, 2025
Rita SueLynn Valentine, 53, of Pontotoc, Mississippi, passed away on October 5, 2025. Born on March 9, 1972, in New Albany, Mississippi, Rita was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Rita will be remembered by her family as a "Rebel with a Heart of Gold." She had a passion for gardening and took great joy in caring for her plants,...
William Artis Tutor
Oct 3, 2025
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Let's talk about that dash in the middle of those dates. William was born to Carolyn and Rickey Tutor, a Christmas gift only God could deliver. His life started like most kids the apple of moms eyes the pride of his daddy.
Five short years later that kid wanted a horse.. into our lives entered Peaches... and the world changed.. he...
Bernice Sutton Jenkins
Oct 3, 2025
Bernice Jenkins, 95, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, passed away on October 3, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love and devotion to her family.
Born on January 7, 1930, in Calhoun County, Mississippi, Bernice cherished the simple pleasures of life and was a devoted homemaker who poured her heart into caring for her family and teaching...
Larry Dale Covington
Sep 24, 2025
Larry Dale Covington, 77, of Banner, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on September 24, 2025.
Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Larry was the beloved husband of Annette Humber Covington. Larry and Annette were married for 55 years, celebrating their anniversary this past July.
He is survived by his loving mother, Eva Wright Covington of Banner, Mississippi; his daughter, Michelle Covington of...
Lisa "Joy" Urrutia
Sep 13, 2025
Lisa "Joy" Urrutia, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on September 13, 2025, at her home in Calhoun City, Mississippi. Born on April 24, 1966, in Calhoun City, MS.
Joy graduated from Bruce High School, where her vibrant personality began to shine. She was actively involved at Sarepta Baptist Church, a place that provided...
James Richard "Ricky" Tramel
Sep 12, 2025
James Richard "Ricky" Tramel, a beloved son, brother, and community member, passed away on September 12, 2025, at the age of 77 in his sister's home, where he had been since his last of many strokes nearly two years ago. Born on May 2, 1948, in Bruce, Mississippi, James lived a life rich in purpose and generosity, leaving an...
Phyllis Louise Kellum
Sep 11, 2025
Phyllis Louise Ellis Kellum was born on November 25, 1968 and gained her wings September 11, 2025. She was a proud mother to Burkely Kellum and Skylar Davis.
She worked hard for the last seven years to stay clean and sober for herself and her boys, whom she loved with all her heart. While in recovery she...
Mavis Ruth Johnson
Sep 9, 2025
Mavis Ruth Johnson, born on September 3, 1934, in Bruce, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025. She spent many devoted years working as a sales clerk in the retail industry, primarily at Kellwood, where her friendly demeanor and dedication to service earned her the affection of many.
Mavis was a proud mother to her three...
Audie Mae Garrett-Austin
Sep 8, 2025
Audie Mae Garrett-Austin, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, at the age of 99 years. Born on December 17, 1925, in Calhoun County, Mississippi to Collier Robie and Esther Lee Barefield Penion. She worked diligently as a factory worker in the glove factory and later at Glen Slacks in Bruce, Mississippi....
Bro. Paul Wade Morris
Sep 7, 2025
Bro. Paul Wade Morris, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away after an extended illness on September 7, 2025, at the age of 58 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford. Born on July 13, 1967, in Vardaman, Mississippi to the late Thomas and Mary Morris, Paul lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and service...
Ira Alfred Holland
Sep 6, 2025
Ira Alfred Holland, 87 of Bruce, Mississippi died on September 6, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo of a brief illness. He was born February 6, 1938, in Bruce to the late Ira J. Holland and Lyna Pearl McLaughlin Holland.
Alfred was a Graduate of Bruce High School class of 1956. He also served in the...
Odis Earl Mcgreger
Sep 5, 2025
Odis Earl McGreger (May 13, 1948 – September 5, 2025) entered into rest surrounded by his loving family on September 5, 2025. Earl was a man who found joy in life’s simplest gifts and gave of himself generously to everyone he met. Born and raised in Vardaman, he was the son of the late Odis Ezekial McGreger and Geraldine...
Barbara "Kay" Barefield
Aug 27, 2025
Barbara Kay Barefield, lovingly known to most as “Momma Kay,” entered her heavenly home with Jesus on August 27, 2025, at TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by her family she so dearly loved.
Born on July 20, 1945, to R.W. “Dub” and Lucille Morris, Kay grew up in the Ellard community on a small...
Patsy Goodson Beadle
Aug 23, 2025
With hearts full of love, we celebrate the life of Patsy Goodson Beadle, 85, of Texarkana, Arkansas, who went home to be with the Lord on August 23, 2025. Patsy was born on June 22, 1940, in Big Creek, Mississippi, to the late Eddie Washie Goodson and Minnie Ola Kennum Goodson . She was preceded in death by her...
Mary Jo Harrison Raley
Aug 20, 2025
Mary Jo Raley, of Bruce, MS. passed away on August 20, 2025, in North Mississippi Medical Center of Tupelo at the age of 82. Born on January 7, 1943, in Banner, Mississippi, Mary Jo spent her life embodying the values of love, faith, and encouragement.
A devoted member of Drivers Flat Baptist Church, Mary Jo found solace...
Edria Mooneyham Logan
Aug 16, 2025
Edria Elizabeth Mooneyham Logan, 89, passed away on August 16, 2025, at Baptist Memorial-Calhoun Nursing Home. Edria was born on September 27, 1935, to Robert Mooneyham and Vinnie Mooneyham.
She was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She spent many days working in her yard, flower beds, and gardening.
Edria is survived by her daughters...
Benford "Benny" Doler, Jr.
Aug 15, 2025
Benford Doler, Jr., 77, passed away on August 15, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Calhoun Nursing Home. Benny was born in Bruce, MS, on February 4, 1948, to Benford Doler, Sr. and Jewel Elizabeth Lyons Doler.
Benny was a graduate of Bruce High School. He found his life work as a trucker and a farmer and also worked...
