Obituaries
William Gordon Darby, Jr.
May 19, 2025
William Gordon Darby, Jr., affectionately known as "Pee-Wee", passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at his home in Marks, MS.
A memorial service to honor Gordon's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the Marks Methodist Church in Marks, MS. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
A complete obituary will be...
Mari Darby Correro
May 15, 2025
Mari Darby Correro, who loved being called Mama by her three boys, was surrounded by her loving family when she gained her angel wings on Thursday morning, May 15, 2025 at her parents home in Batesville, MS.
Mari was born in Batesville on August 12, 1967 to her loving parents, Bill and Sandra Darby, whom they claim taught her everything she...
Sarah Daniel Ford
May 14, 2025
Sarah Daniel Ford, age 90, passed away May 14, 2025 at the Senatobia Health Care and Rehab in Senatobia, MS.
Sarah was born on February 3, 1935 to the late Samuel Vester Daniel and Minnie Pearl Millsaps in Panola County, MS. A retired secretary for Sears Automotive, Sarah dedicated her professional life to serving others with grace and efficiency. In addition...
Phillip Silas Burnworth
May 13, 2025
Phillip Silas Burnworth, age 69, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Diversicare in Batesville, Mississippi.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, MS with Rev. Jimmy Hardin officiating.
Phillip was born on September 17, 1955 to the late Phillip Silas Burnworth and Mary Jeffress Burnworth in North Carolina.
Phillip...
J.W. Beard
May 13, 2025
J.W. Beard, age 90, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Senatobia Health and Rehab.
Funeral services for J.W. will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 17, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to be at Forrest Memorial Park in Batesville, MS. The family will begin receiving friends...
Robert Wayne "Bob" Oakes
May 12, 2025
Robert Wayne "Bob" Oakes, a beloved teacher whose heart was dedicated to educating the youth on the Indian Reservation, passed away on May 12, 2025, at Boliver Medical Center in Cleveland, MS. Born on February 15, 1933, in Kokomo, IN, Bob lived a life marked by devotion to his family, faith, and the numerous students he inspired throughout his teaching...
Bobbie O. Roberson
May 12, 2025
Bobbie O. Roberson, age 92, passed away Monday evening, May 12, 2025, at Diversicare in Batesville, MS.
Services for Bobbie will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, May 18, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with her being laid to rest following the service at Magnolia Cemetery in Batesville, MS. The family will receive friends starting at 12:00...
Jerry Charles Avant, Jr.
May 12, 2025
Jerry Charles Avant, Jr., age 58, passed away Monday morning, May 12, 2025 at his home in Batesville, MS.
Jerry was born into this world on September 19, 1966 to Opal Bently Peters and the late Jerry Charles Avant, Sr. in Clarksdale, MS.
Jerry spent most of his life engaging in a variety of jobs across different industries, showcasing his remarkable versatility...
Dr. Jack Butts
May 11, 2025
Dr. Jack Butts, age 95, passed away Sunday evening at Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Martin Wilingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Magnolia Cemetery in Batesville, MS. The family will begin receiving friends Friday morning at 11:00 A.M.
A...
Sara Jane Holloway
May 10, 2025
Sara Jane Carter Holloway, age 70, passed away Saturday morning, May 10, 2025, at her home in Batesville, MS.
Services will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment to follow at Rose Hill Cemetery in Sardis, MS. The family will receive friends at 1:00 P.M. prior to the...
Bobby Joe Sanders
May 9, 2025
Bobby Joe Sanders passed away Friday morning, May 9, 2025, at the age of 91. Joe came into this world the first-born son to Robert B. and Tommie Murphree Sanders on June 15, 1933, on the land that had been in his family for generations. When he left this world, he was surrounded by family in his home on that...
Teresa K. Holsonback
May 8, 2025
Teresa K. Holsonback, born on August 26, 1958, in Batesville, Mississippi, departed this life on May 8, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi. Teresa was a loving wife, cherished sister, and was known for her warm spirit and kind heart.
The family will celebrate her life 3:00 P.M. Monday, May 12, 2025, in the Martin Willigham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with...
Phillip Brian Beard
May 6, 2025
Phillip B. Beard, age 46, passed away Tuesday evening, May 6, 2025, at his home in Pope, MS.
Services for Phillip will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 12, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home with the interment at Chapel Hill Cemetery in Pope, MS. The family will be receiving friends prior to the service beginning at...
Bobby Bowles
May 6, 2025
Bobby John Bowles, a devoted family man, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi, at the age of 80. Born on August 16, 1944, in Sledge, Mississippi, Bobby lived a life rich in love, service, and passion for his family and community.
Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 9, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel...
Linda Carol Romero
May 5, 2025
Linda Carol Romero, age 83, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi.
Funeral services for Linda will be held on Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. 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...
Elaine Johnson Cummings
May 4, 2025
Elaine Johnson Cummings, age 69, passed away Sunday evening, May 4, 2025 at the North MS Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS.
A celebration of Elaine’s life will be held at a later date.
She was born on April 27, 1956 in Clarksdale, MS to the late Harry Russell Johnson and Sadie Pearl Steed.
Elaine's heart was intertwined with the joy of cooking;...
Samuel Ryan McCurdy
Apr 29, 2025
Samuel Ryan McCurdy, known to friends and family as Ryan, passed away on April 29, 2025, at the young age of 26 at his home in Starkville, Mississippi.
A celebration of his life will take place with visitation at Wells Funeral Home in Batesville, Mississippi, on May 2, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The funeral service will follow on...
Cheryl Vick Estes
Apr 27, 2025
Cheryl Vick Estes, age 64, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital of North MS in Oxford, MS.
Funeral services will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Shady Grove Baptist Church in the interment to follow in the church cemetery. The family will be receiving friends prior to the service beginning at 11:00 A.M.
Cheryl dedicated herself...
Bruce Howell Newcomb
Apr 25, 2025
Bruce Howell Newcomb, age 91, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025 at her home inBatesville, MS.
Funeral services will be 1 :00 P.M. Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Mt. Olivet Methodist Church in Batesville, MS with the interment to follow at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday morning beginning at 11 :30 A.M. at the church.
Bruce was...
Shelby Jean Hanks
Apr 24, 2025
Shelby Jean Hanks, age 88, left this world on April 24, 2025, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was born on September 11, 1936, in Quitman County, Mississippi, to the late Kenneth Alexander and Aileen Pollock Mitchell.
The family will celebrate her life at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, April 28, 2025, in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. Following the...
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