Obituaries
John E. Green
Sep 10, 2025
John E. Green, age 94, passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at his home in Batesville, Mississippi.
John was born on January 8, 1931 to the late James E. Green and Geneva K. Green Green in St. Louis, Missouri. He heroically joined the U.S. Navy at the age of 17 and served our country for 8 years. Upon his honorable discharge,...
Imogene Williford
Sep 9, 2025
Imogene Williford, age 91, passed away Tuesday afternoon, September 9, 2025, at the BeeHive Assisted Living Home of Batesville, MS.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 14, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with her interment to follow at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Pope, MS. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 P.M....
Lee Morris Hawkins
Sep 8, 2025
Lee Morris Hawkins, a cherished husband, devoted father, beloved brother, and treasured friend, passed away on September 8, 2025, in Southaven, Mississippi, at the age of 66. He was born on May 29, 1959, in Sunflower County, Mississippi, and throughout his life, he exemplified dedication, love, and compassion.
A celebration of Lee's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday,...
Kenneth O. "Ken" Ellis
Sep 8, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Odell (K.O.) Ellis, a legendary athlete and coach, beloved husband, father, and grandfather of Batesville, MS, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025 at his home near Batesville after a lengthy illness. He was 80 years of age. Ken was surrounded by his family when he went to his eternal home.
Funeral services for Ken will be held 2:00...
John H. Britt, Sr.
Sep 6, 2025
John H. Britt, Sr., a beloved member of the Batesville community, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, at the age of 78.
Funeral services for John will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 12, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the funeral service. The...
Madge Elaine Holloway
Sep 5, 2025
Madge Elaine Holloway
June 27, 1931 – September 5, 2025
Madge Elaine Holloway, of Sardis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 94. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Elaine was the cherished daughter of the late Norbourne W. Fisher and Madge Gathings Fisher.
Elaine was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Robert E. “Bob” Holloway,...
James Aubrey "Sonny" Brown
Sep 4, 2025
James Aubrey "Sonny" Brown, age 58, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025 at his residence in Oakland, Mississippi.
A memorial gathering to celebrate and remember Sonny's life will be held on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Wells Funeral Home.
Sonny was born on December 31, 1966 to the late James Willie Brown and Mary Florence Grace Brown...
Gary Blair
Sep 4, 2025
The Panola County, MS, community lost one of its biggest personalities with the passing of Gary Steven Blair on Sept. 4, 2025. He was 74. Gary was surrounded by his wife and children and in his home when he went to glory, undoubtedly carrying his big love for fellowship and conversation with him.
A celebration of Gary’s life will be held...
William "Bill" Larry Broome
Sep 3, 2025
William "Bill" Larry Broome, born on October 25, 1939, in Batesville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on September 3, 2025, surrounded by his cherished family. Bill lived a distinguished life, serving as a retired Executive for the Boy Scouts of America, where he dedicated himself to the betterment of youth through scouting principles and community engagement.
A memorial service...
Naomi Christene "Tina" DeLoach
Sep 3, 2025
Naomi Christene “Tina” Brooks DeLoach, age 82, passed away Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at her home in Sardis, MS surrounded by her family.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS on Saturday, September 6, 2025 for visitation from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025...
Dorothy Roberson
Sep 2, 2025
Dorothy Roberson passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, in New Albany, Mississippi. Born on April 8, 1935, in Crowder, Mississippi, Dorothy lived a full and vibrant life marked by her service to family and community.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville. The family will receive friends beginning...
William Michael "Mike" Brasell, Sr.
Sep 1, 2025
William Michael "Mike" Brasell, Sr., a cherished farmer and beloved member of his community, passed away on September 1, 2025, at the age of 80, in his hometown of Batesville. Born on November 5, 1944, in Batesville, he dedicated his life to the land he loved, working as a farmer throughout his entire career. His connection to the earth shaped...
James Tramel, III
Aug 31, 2025
James Edward "Jim" Tramel, III, age 77, passed away Sunday August 31, 2025, in Duluth, GA. Jim was the son of the late James Edward "Doc" Tramel, II and Lorraine Sorrells Tramel.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Shady Grove Baptist Church with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service....
Thomas L. "Bubba" McCloud
Aug 29, 2025
Thomas L. "Bubba" McCloud, a beloved figure in his community and a dedicated retired Mississippi Highway Patrol Trooper, passed away on August 29, 2025, in Batesville, MS. Born on July 18, 1945, in Clarksdale, MS, Bubba devoted 34 years of honorable service to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, exemplifying a commitment to safety and justice throughout his career.
Funeral services will be...
Michael Gene Jaco
Aug 27, 2025
Michael Gene Jaco, age 55, passed away Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025, at Diversicare Nursing Home in Batesville, MS.
Funeral services will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday, August 30, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Sardis Lake Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will begin receiving friends at 9:00 A.M. prior to...
Hosey Max White
Aug 27, 2025
Hosey Max White, 87, of Batesville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at his home. Born on January 26, 1938, in Lambert, Mississippi, to Ira Austin White and Velma Huddleston White, who preceded him in death.
Funeral services for Hosey will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Wells Funeral Home with visitation beginning...
Robert "Bobby" Lee Thornton
Aug 25, 2025
Robert "Bobby" Lee Thornton, age 80, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
Bobby was born on October 27, 1944 to the late Ben and Sally Wolfe Thornton in Sardis, MS. He was an educator most of his life, receiving his master's degree in education. Bobby taught school in Sardis and then...
Billy Joe McCain
Aug 25, 2025
Billy Joe McCain passed away on August 25, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi. Born on November 13, 1947, at Bramlett Hospital in Oxford, Billy Joe lived a life rich in dedication, family, and service.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at New Hope Church of God, in Batesville on Friday, August 29, 2025. The family will...
Donnie Jean Vannucci Whitten
Aug 25, 2025
Donnie Jean Vannucci Whitten, born on May 10, 1945, in Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Batesville, Mississippi. Jean lived a life marked by unwavering loyalty, dedication, and hard work. As a respected manager for Stax Records in Memphis and later for Sam's Town Hotel and Casino in Tunica, she made significant contributions to the music...
Vernon Butler, Jr.
Aug 13, 2025
Vernon Reynaud Butler Jr., of Michigan City, Mississippi passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025.
A celebration of life will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, August 17, 2025, in the Martin Willinmgham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 P.M. on Sunday at Wells...
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