Gary Eugene Joslin

Gary Eugene Joslin, age 72, passed away Tuesday evening, August 25, 2026, at his home in Batesville, MS.

A memorial service for Gary will be held at 1:00 p.m. September 5, 2026 in the Martin Willingham Memorial Chapel of Wells Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Gary was born on February 8, 1954 to the late Kyle Hardin Joslin and Mattie Elizabeth Terry Joslin in Sardis, MS. He married his wife, Norma, in July of 1984 at Sardis Lake Baptist Church, where they were members. His life reflected the values of faith, dependability, and care for others. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, a faithful church member, and a man who was always there for his family and friends. His steady presence and caring nature shaped the lives of those who knew him, and he leaves behind a legacy of loyalty, kindness, and love.

For 29 years, Gary was employed with MDOT as a weight law enforcement officer. He carried out his work with dedication and commitment, serving faithfully through many years of public service. Outside of his career, Gary had a great love and passion for all Mississippi State University activities, and that enthusiasm was a joyful part of his life. He also found great happiness in family gatherings and vacations in the mountains, where time spent together created lasting memories for those he loved.

Gary is survived by his wife, Norma Glynn Woodard Russell Joslin of Batesville, MS; his daughter, Lisa Marie Joslin; his step-daughter, Robin Lynn Russell Gross (Stanley); his grandchildren, Talisha Joslin, Qyn Gross (Stalecia), Caleb Gross (Yesina), Stantraivous “Trey” Gross (Jessica), and A.J. Gross. He also leaves behind his brothers, Bobby Joslin of Georgia, and Kenny Joslin of Batesville, MS; his sister-in-law, Mary Joslin; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Along with his parents, Gary was preceded in death by a brother, Kyle Hugh Joslin; and a step-son, Alex Eugene “Buck” Russell.