Calvin Phillips

Dec 18, 2024

Toy Calvin Phillips, Jr. (70) better known as Pep-paw Calvin, passed away on December 18,2024.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Sims, his children, Melissa (Jason) Pruitt, Tripp (Mary) Phillips, Samantha (Chris) Shempert, Casey Sims, Christy (Preston) Cotten. Grandchildren Haley and Samantha Pruitt, Dustin and Abbie Beard, Toi (Tsisia) Phillips, Amarlee Phillips and almost grandchild Duncan Sanford.

He was a loving...

Christopher Gossett

Dec 14, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Paul Gossett, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who left us on December 14, 2024, at the age of 55. Born in Water Valley, Mississippi, Chris lived a life filled with love, laughter, and the simple joys that brought light to those around him.

Chris was...

Aaron Smith

Dec 2, 2024

Aaron Gordon Smith, aged 91, passed away on December 2, 2024 in Water Valley, Mississippi. He was a gentle, loving spirit that will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him—especially his family.

Aaron is survived two children, Joe (Carol) Smith and Aaron E. “Gene” Smith, both of Oakland; two grandchildren, Bettye (Saxon) Durham of Bartlett, Tennessee and James “Jamie” (Joyce)...

Vernon Paul Bratcher, Sr.

Nov 30, 2024

Vernon Paul Bratcher, Sr., of Batesville, MS, age 77, left this life to join the Lord on November 30, 2024. He leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Donna Faye Bratcher. He is also survived by his sons, Vernon Paul Bratcher, Jr. and his wife Wanda Bratcher, Edward Jay “EJ” Bratcher and his wife Pam Bratcher, and Charles Dwayne Bratcher...

Loretta Smith

Nov 23, 2024

Loretta Kaye Hanks Smith, aged 70, passed away November 23, 2024, in Water Valley, Mississippi. Her kind heart and giving spirit will be missed by her family and friends. Loretta was born on November 30, 1953 in Batesville, Mississippi. She attended South Panola High School. She met and married her husband in 1973 and would move to Oakland. She worked...

Thomas Smith

Nov 23, 2024

Thomas Gordon Smith, aged 70, passed away on November 23, 2024 in Water Valley, Mississippi. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Tommy is survived two children, Bettye (Saxon) Durham of Bartlett, Tennessee and James "Jamie" (Joyce) Smith of Pontotoc, Mississippi; eight grandchildren, Chander Durham and Gabriel Durham of...

Marjorie Reid

Nov 23, 2024

Marjorie Edwards Reid passed away on November 23, 2024, at age 99, at the Magnolia at Oxford Commons in Oxford, MS, after a long and fulfilling life. She was born in Water Valley, Mississippi, on November 1, 1925, to the late Otis G. and Cordie Lewelling Edwards. She lived in Water Valley her entire life, except for her senior year...

Paul Jolly, Jr.

Nov 22, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul Jolly Jr., a beloved husband, father, and distinguished member of the Oakland community. Born on December 14, 1951, in Greenwood, MS, to the late Paul Jolly, Sr., and Christine Cox, Paul dedicated 44 years of his life to the manufacturing industry, serving diligently at Modine, formerly Heatcraft in...

Vicki Nelson

Nov 20, 2024

Vicki Diane Nelson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on November 20, 2024, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. Born in Muskegon, Michigan, on February 18, 1962, Vicki touched the lives of all who knew her in profound ways. She will be dearly missed by her family and community.

Vicki was a loving homemaker who found...

Brenda Smith

Nov 17, 2024

Brenda Jane Smith, 76, of Water Valley, MS, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Yalobusha General Nursing Home. She was born on September 21, 1948, to the late Alton Walls and Mary Norma Dismuke Walls. In her youth, Brenda enjoyed modeling and horseback riding. She dedicated many years to her career as a seamstress and a line...

Ronald Moody

Nov 16, 2024

In Loving Memory of

Ronald Moody

Sunrise - November 9, 1967

Sunset - November 16, 2024

Ronald Moody was born November 9, 1967, in Water Valley, Mississippi to James and Grace (Hawkins) Moody. He departed this life November 16, 2024, at the age of 57.

He confessed Christ and was baptized at an early age and joined Oak...

Betty Jean Lee Mize

Nov 13, 2024

Betty Jean Lee Mize, at the age of 84, was received into the arms of God Almighty on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, and is presently walking the beautiful, celestial streets of heaven arm-in-arm with her Savior and celebrating her reunion with all who have gone on before.

Her earthly life began on August 29, 1940, in Arkansas when...

David Moya

Nov 13, 2024

David Lee Moya of Water Valley passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on June 3, 1960, in Colorado Springs, CO, David was a caring and hardworking individual who touched the lives of all those around him.

In the last few years, David was known for his dedication to the First Christian Church,...

Roy Hopper

Nov 11, 2024

Roy Wayne Hopper, a beloved husband, father, and proud Marine Corps veteran, passed away on November 11, 2024, at the age of 75. Born in Shelby, MS, on May 30, 1949, Roy cherished his family, had a great sense of humor, and was known for his kindness towards others.

Roy is survived by his loving spouse Charlotte Hopper; four children, Rebecca...

Bryce Cook

Nov 9, 2024

In loving memory of Bryce Thomas Cook, who passed away on November 9, 2024, his family and friends will come together to celebrate his life and honor his memory. Born on August 25, 2022, in Memphis, TN, Bryce brought joy and love to all who knew him during his brief time on this earth.

Left to cherish his memory are his...

Bobby Adams

Nov 8, 2024

Bobby Lynn Adams, age 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, November 8th, 2024, in Water Valley, Ms. Born on Thursday, December 10, 1936, to Joseph Winfred Adams and Lela Lestine Laughlin in Water Valley, MS. He graduated from Water Valley High School in 1955. Bobby started delivering milk in Water Valley at a young...

Haleigh Stewart

Nov 7, 2024

In loving memory of the vibrant soul that was Haleigh Grace Stewart, a beautiful beacon in this world who graced us with her presence from November 15, 2005, to November 7, 2024. Known fondly as "Red," she was born in Jackson, TN, and touched the lives of many during her short but impactful time on Earth. Haleigh leaves behind a...

Allen Boyd Willis

Nov 1, 2024

Allen Boyd Willis, of Water Valley, MS passed from this life on Friday, November 1, 2024. He was born in Marks, MS on August 9, 1951. A proud graduate of Crowder High School, Allen excelled in football and track, earning multiple awards. He went on to North West Community College to study Electronics and played football on scholarship.

After college, Allen...

Kimberly Shelton

Oct 28, 2024

Kimberly “Kim” Elizabeth Shelton left her earthly home on October 28, 2024, at Coles Point in Sardis, Mississippi at the age of 45. Kim was born on July 15, 1979, in Water Valley, Mississippi to Darby Jean Thompson and Joel Richard Shelton. Kim was a member of Jumpers Chapel, where she recommitted to her faith and was baptized on June...

Linda Faye Bell

Oct 27, 2024

Linda Faye Bell departed this life on October 27, 2024. She was born on April 5, 1956, to Jewel “Boots” Bell and Bula Faye McCain. After graduating from Water Valley High School, Linda dedicated thirty-three years of her career as a CNA at Yalobusha General Hospital. Additionally, she spent thirteen years at Borg Warner before retiring. Linda had a passion...