Obituaries
Olivia Dawn Barlow
Jul 2, 2025
Olivia Dawn Barlow, born on April 15, 2025, in Memphis, Tennessee, left this world far too soon on July 2, 2025. Her time with us, although brief, was brightened by her undeniable strength and courage. Olivia was truly a beacon of hope, bringing light into the lives of countless individuals, many of whom may never have turned to prayer or...
Mary Windell Hudson
Jul 1, 2025
Mary Windell Hudson, age 61, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at her home near Sardis, Mississippi.
Mary was born on October 19, 1963 to the late Charles and Barbara Windell in Water Valley, Mississippi.
Throughout her life, she was a remarkable caregiver, dedicating herself to the well-being of others. Known for her extraordinary kindness, Mary was truly an angel to those...
Bill Lavern Kalles
Jun 29, 2025
Bill Lavern Kalles, 70, of Senatobia, Mississippi, passed away after a long battle with cancer, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his home in Senatobia, Mississippi.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Bane Kalles, of Washington State, his beloved little stepdaughter, Jessica Neatrour-Kalles of Moses Lake, Washington, whom died in 2008 at the age of 12, and his...
Billy Wayne Jones
Jun 29, 2025
Billy Wayne Jones age 81, passed away at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS on June 29, 2025.
Billy was born in Marks, MS to the late Clifton and Doshie Woods Jones. He worked as a ranch hand in California before coming back to his home State to retire. Billy enjoyed hunting and fishing, casino trips, watching TV and playing games...
Josie Faye Burns
Jun 28, 2025
Josie Faye Burns, age 78, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the Baptist DeSoto Hospital in Southaven, Mississippi.
Funeral services for Josie will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, Mississippi. The family will receive friends...
Ann McGregory
Jun 25, 2025
Mattie Ann McGregory, age 81, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at her daughter's home in Pope, Mississippi.
A graveside service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, Mississippi. She will be laid to rest next to her husband, James McGregory.
Ann was born on June 21, 1944 to the late Alvis...
Mary Louise Smith
Jun 22, 2025
Mary “Louise” Smith, age 83, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025 at her home in Courtland, MS.
Funeral services for Louise will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at the New Hope Church of God with the interment to follow at Forrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Louise was born...
Daniel Allen Bryant, Sr.
Jun 20, 2025
Daniel Allen Bryant, Sr. of Batesville, Mississippi, passed away on June 20, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on December 27, 1957, in Jackson, Mississippi, Daniel dedicated his life to his family and his career as a construction foreman for Star Construction, where he was well-respected for his work ethic and leadership.
Visitation will be held on June 27, 2025,...
Jeffrey Lee Allen
Jun 19, 2025
Jeffrey Lee Allen, age 59, passed away Thursday morning, June 19, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.
A memorial service to celebrate Jeffrey's life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with Rev. Ricky Reece officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...
Nick Daugherty
Jun 14, 2025
Nicholas "Nick" Lee Daugherty, age 33, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025.
A memorial service to honor Nick's life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service.
Nick was born on July 1, 1991 in Batesville, MS to Kimberly Renee Mills...
Dottie Perkins Potts
Jun 14, 2025
In Loving Memory
Dottie Perkins Potts, age 44, of Oxford, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with illness.
Born on July 1, 1980, Dottie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend. She was a true caregiver in every sense of the word—nurturing, compassionate, and always placing the needs of others above her...
Larry C. Guinn
Jun 13, 2025
Larry C. Guinn was born July 31, 1948 in San Antonio, TX to Donald F and Juanita H Guinn and died Friday, June 13, 2025 at the Tallahatchie General Hospital Elder Care Facility in Charleston, MS, where he had received excellent care for the last 7 years. His passing was due to complications from stroke and Alzheimer's Disease.
The family will hold...
Lindy Gloria Spivey Mayo
Jun 12, 2025
Lindy Gloria Spivey Mayo passed away at her home in Crenshaw, MS on June 12, 2025. Lindy was the wife of Jerry Mayo.
Funeral Services for Lindy will be held at 12:00 noon on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Crenshaw Baptist Church with visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow the service at Longtown Cemetery in Crenshaw, MS.
Lindy leaves behind...
Randy D. Ellis
Jun 11, 2025
Randy D. Ellis, age 58, passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 11, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to those who knew him.
A graveside service will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery near Courtland, MS. The family will receive friends at Wells...
Henry E. Heafner
Jun 11, 2025
Henry E. Heafner, age 91, passed away Wednesday evening, June 11, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS after a brief illness.
The family will be celebrating his life Friday evening at 6:30 P.M., June 13, 2025, at the Batesville First Methodist Church in Batesville, MS. Friends are invited for a time of visitation prior to the...
Dane Rockwood
Jun 6, 2025
Dane Rockwood, age 24, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025 at the Panola Medical Center in Batesville, MS.
There will be a memorial service held for Dane at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Crowder Baptist Church with Pastor Eddie Painter presiding. Anyone wishing to bring food for the family, please be aware of a peanut allergy.
Dane was born...
Mary Kimberly Cranford
Jun 2, 2025
Mary Kimberly Cranford, age 64, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
Funeral services for Mary will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Pope, MS. The family will...
Kevin Potts
May 27, 2025
Kevin Potts, age 60, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025 at Cold Springs Cemetery near Batesville, MS.
Kevin was born on September 23, 1964 to the late J.D. Potts and Lillie Mae Shields in Batesville, MS. He was...
Jerline B. Hodges
May 27, 2025
Jerline B. Hodges, age 82, passed away Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
Jerline will be laid to rest at Bethel Cemetery near Enid, Mississippi.
Jerline was born on May 1, 1943 to the late Mitchell Davis and Rethie May Hargett in Osceola, Arkansas. She worked as a cashier at Piggly Wiggly in...
James B. McCachren
May 24, 2025
James B. McCachren, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Oxford, MS, at the age of 78. Born on July 11, 1946, in Mississippi, James was a man of deep integrity, kindness, and dedication—qualities that endeared him to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 31, 2025, in the Martin...
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