Obituaries
Sunny "Renae" Smith Melton
Jun 23, 2025
Sunny “Renae” Smith Melton, age 45, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, in Alton, IL. to spend eternity with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Renae was born on September 18, 1979, in Oxford, MS.
She loved to cook and share her delicious creations with others; lasagna being her specialty. You would never find her without an animal, Renae adored them....
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...
Pat "Bibi" Sullivant
May 23, 2025
Pat “Bibi” Sullivant, a treasured member of her community, passed away at her home in Pope, MS, on May 23, 2025. Born on June 3, 1951, in Memphis, TN. Bibi dedicated her life to her family, friends, and career, leaving a legacy of love and laughter that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.
The services honoring...
James Lee "Jim" Coggins
May 22, 2025
James Lee "Jim" Coggins, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on May 22, 2025, at the Mississippi State Veterans Home in Oxford, MS. Born on June 14, 1938, in Marks, MS, Jim lived a life marked by service, dedication, and simplicity.
Visitation for Jim will be held on May 25, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM...
William Gordon Darby, Jr.
May 19, 2025
William Gordon Darby, Jr., affectionately known as "Pee-Wee," passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the age of 79 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...
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...
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