Obituaries
Billy Joe McCain
Aug 25, 2025
Billy Joe McCain, age 77, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025, at Baptist Memorial hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 29, 2025, at New Hope Church of God in Batesville, MS with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. He will be laid to rest following the service at...
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...
Michelle Shields
Aug 12, 2025
Michelle Shields, age 54, passed away Tuesday evening, August 12, 2025 at her home in Sardis, MS.
Funeral services for Michelle will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Forrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the...
Betty Jo Smith
Aug 12, 2025
Betty Jo Smith, a beloved wife, mother, and sister, passed away on August 12, 2025, at the Baptist Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi. She was born on April 17, 1982, in Senatobia, Mississippi, and her vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
There will be a memorial service held to celebrate the life of Betty Jo...
David Grant
Aug 11, 2025
David Grant, a dedicated heavy equipment operator and cherished family man, passed away on August 11, 2025, at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, Mississippi. Born on September 1, 1970, in Panola County, Mississippi, David lived a life filled with love for the outdoors and deep connections to those around him.
David's career as a heavy equipment operator showcased his strong work...
Bettye Tramel
Aug 11, 2025
Bettye Jean Clanton Hollowell Tramel, a beloved member of her community, passed away on August 11, 2025, in Batesville, Mississippi. Born on October 1, 1939, in Newborn, Tennessee, she lived a full life characterized by a spirit of fun, love, and resilience.
The family will hold visitation on August 14, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Wells Funeral Home...
Peggy Carruth Brewer
Aug 11, 2025
Peggy Carruth Brewer, age 58, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025 at her mother-in-law's home near Batesville, Mississippi, surrounded by her family.
A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Curtis Union Cemetery with Rev. Rickey Harris officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the graveside service from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m....
Shawn Camp
Aug 10, 2025
Shawn Camp, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, entered this world on July 16, 1997, in Clarksdale, Mississippi. His journey came to an untimely end on August 10, 2025, leaving a void in the hearts of all who knew him.
A visitation will be held in Shawn's honor on August 15, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Wells...
Roger Whittington
Aug 9, 2025
Roger Whittington, age 70, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Clear Springs Cemetery in Coffeeville, MS. The family will receive friends two...
Jennifer R. Bible
Aug 7, 2025
Jennifer R. Bible, age 39, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025 at her home in Batesville, MS.
Funeral services for Jennifer will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Jennifer was born on December 15,...
Terry Callihan
Aug 6, 2025
Terry Callihan, 62, of Batesville, Mississippi, passed away this past week.
A skilled craftsman and devoted family man, Terry was a retired self-employed carpenter and cabinet maker who spent his life building not just things—but relationships, memories, and a life rooted in faith, hard work, and love for the simple joys.
Terry had a deep love for vintage cars, long camping trips...
Jennifer Dancy Ellis
Aug 5, 2025
Jennifer Dancy Ellis, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on August 5, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi, at the age of 61. Born on July 27, 1964, in Batesville, Mississippi, she spent her life cherishing the beauty of nature and the joys of family.
Jennifer’s life will be celebrated with a visitation on August 9, 2025, from 12:00 PM...
Jason Neely Barnett
Aug 4, 2025
Jason Neely Barnett, age 53, passed away at his home early Monday morning, August 4, 2025. He fought the good fight, having battled health issues for many years.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Hebron Baptist Church in Sardis, MS. Friends and family are all welcome to visit one hour prior to the...
Mary Evelyn Sorrells Keating
Aug 3, 2025
Mary Evelyn Sorrells Keating, age 96, passed away Sunday evening, August 3, 2025, at Azalea Commons in Batesville, MS.
The family will be celebrating her life 10:00 A.M. Wednesday morning, August 6, 2025, at Curtis Union Church with a time of visitation beginning at 9:00. A.M. Following her celebration, she will be laid to rest in Curtis Union Cemetery.
Mary Evelyn was...
Lee Roy Hazlitt
Aug 3, 2025
Lee Roy Hazlitt, age 80, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Baptist East Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Batesville, Mississippi. A reception will follow the service. Burial will take place at a later date in Magee, Mississippi. In...
Charles Ray "Chuck" Nix, Jr.
Aug 3, 2025
Charles Ray "Chuck" Nix, Jr., born on October 10, 1953, in Batesville, Mississippi to the late Charles Ray Nix and Patricia Ann Davis Nix, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, in Memphis, TN, surrounded by his loving family.
Family and friends are encouraged to remember Chuck and celebrate his life during a Memorial Gathering and Service to be held at...
Harry J. McDonald
Aug 2, 2025
Harry J. “Slick” McDonald, age 78, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his home near Sardis, MS.
The family will be receiving friends Monday morning from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at Wells Funeral Home. A private family graveside service will be held at Forrest Memorial Park.
Born on December 8, 1946, in Memphis, TN, Harry was the son of the late...
Anthony V. Scott "Tony" Peavy
Aug 1, 2025
Anthony V. Scott "Tony" Peavy, age 32, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 in Arkabutla, MS.
There will be a memorial service held for Tony at 2:00 on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Victory Baptist Church in Batesville, MS.
Tony was born November 27, 1992 to Timothy and Windy Gregory Peavy. He worked as a factory worker for the former Crown, Cork...
Gladys J. Underwood Aguilar
Jul 30, 2025
Gladys J. Underwood Aguilar, born on January 17, 1954, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Batesville, Mississippi. A beloved member of her community, Gladys will be remembered for her kind spirit and her profound love for nature and animals.
Throughout her life, Gladys found joy in riding around the countryside, she felt most at home where the Delta meets...
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