Obituaries
Mary Ann Melton
Nov 5, 2023
Mary Ann Melton June 1, 1943 - November 5, 2023 Mary Ann Melton peacefully passed away on November 5, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on June 1, 1943, and was a longtime resident of Coffeeville. Mary Ann was surrounded by her loving family during her final moments. Mary Ann, a devoted homemaker, found joy in the...
Crystal De'Ann Brower
Nov 1, 2023
Crystal De'Ann Brower, 41, of Water Valley, Mississippi, passed away on November 1, 2023, at her residence. She was born on August 26, 1982, in Grenada, Mississippi. Crystal's sudden and tragic departure has left her family and friends devastated. Crystal graduated from Water Valley High School in 2000 and in her free time, she found joy in painting. It allowed...
Margie Estelle Rider
Oct 31, 2023
Margie Estelle Rider, age of 86, a beloved mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023, at her home in Southaven, MS surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 11, 1936, in Water Valley, Mississippi, to the Late Earl and Estelle (Patton) Walker. Margie led a fulfilling life, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate...
Gloria Darlene Lyles
Oct 12, 2023
Gloria Darlene Lyles, age 62, of Tillatoba, MS passed away suddenly on October 12, 2023. She was born on February 28, 1961, in Memphis, TN. Gloria loved and valued spending time with her children and grandchildren, passing the days by smiling and laughing with them. She also enjoyed crocheting, as well as playing darts and pool. Gloria is survived by...
Nancy Jean Jones
Oct 9, 2023
Nancy Jean Antwine Winburn Jones peacefully passed from her wonderful life on Monday, October 9, 2023. Nancy was born on July 25, 1931 in Gadsden, TN to the late Prentice Antwine and Gladys Manley McCurry. She was 92 years old, Nancy was very loving and her pleasant personality was enjoyed by everyone she met. She was loved dearly by her...
James "Buddy" Durr Jr.
Oct 8, 2023
James Doyle "Buddy" Durr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed from this life on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at the age of 67. He was born on September 15, 1956, in Belzoni, Mississippi, to the late James Durr and Annie (Smith) Durr. Buddy was a dedicated family man who valued his loved ones above all else. He leaves...
James Mart Smith
Oct 4, 2023
James "Jim" Mart Smith, age 63, of Coffeeville, MS departed this life Wednesday, October 4th, 2023, at his home in Coffeeville. He was born July 24, 1960, in Bad Kreuznatch, Germany to Don and Dorothy Smith. He grew up in Southeast Arkansas. After graduating from White Hall High School, James, went on to become a master Electrician. When you think...
Arther Lee Smith
Sep 30, 2023
Arther Lee Smith age 86, of Water Valley, MS transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 30th after a brief illness. He was born January 26, 1937 in Panola County to Otis Smith and Zola Smith Price. Mr. Smith professed a hope in Christ at an early age at Kind Providence M. B. Church; now known...
Doris "Dot" Hardy Forsyth
Sep 22, 2023
Water Valley- Mrs. Doris (Dot) Hardy Forsyth passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, September 22nd, 2023, at the Yalobusha Nursing Home. She was born November 17,1933 to Lena and Griffin Hardy of Water Valley, MS. She was married to the late Wallace Forsyth, Jr, and together had 2 sons, John and Paul Forsyth. Dot was a member...
James Robert Rutherford
Sep 22, 2023
James Robert (Bob) Rutherford was born March 30, 1949, the second of four children born to John Marshall and Freddie (Sprouse) Rutherford. He graduated from Water Valley High School in 1967 and attended Northwest Mississippi Junior College. He worked mostly in appliance and refrigeration repair until he lost his sight completely in 1989. Shortly thereafter, he enrolled at Mississippi State...
Jack Welch
Sep 20, 2023
Jack Welch, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023, in Water Valley, Mississippi, at the age of 84. He was born August 8, 1939, in Paris, MS to the late Viola Anderson (Ottis) and Keno Welch. Jack's journey through life was filled with determination, resilience, and a passion for...
Jonathan C Peacock
Sep 11, 2023
Jonathan Cleve Peacock, age 56, of Water Valley, MS died unexpectedly Monday, September 11th, 2023 at his home in Water Valley. He was born June 23, 1967 in Memphis, TN to Jimmy and Carolyn (Taylor) Peacock. Jon attended Southern Baptist Educational Center and later graduated from University of Memphis where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. A...
Zachary Kyle Taylor
Sep 11, 2023
Zachary Kyle Taylor, a beloved son, grandson, and friend, passed away on September 11, 2023, in Water Valley, MS, at the age of 33. He was born October 27, 1989, in Oxford, MS to Scoot and Shellie (Eubanks) Taylor. Zachary brought immense joy and love to those around him throughout his life. He began his education in the South Panola...
Donna Hollowell
Sep 6, 2023
Donna Rae Hollowell, age 88, of Water Valley, MS, passed away September 6, 2023, at Yalobusha General Nursing Home in Water Valley, MS. Donna was born on Tuesday, January 22, 1935, in Taylor, MS to the late Earl and Vada (Herring) Deckard. She lived in the Water Valley area for forty years until work moved them to the West Point...
George "Rooster" Stewart
Sep 5, 2023
George Willie Stewart, age 67, of Mt. Liberty Community, Calhoun MS went to be with his heavenly father Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, MS surrounded by his family. He was born May 13, 1956 in Lambert, MS to the late George W. and Shirley (Russell) Stewart. “Rooster”, to those that knew and loved him, was...
Brandy Michelle Baker
Sep 1, 2023
Brandy Michelle Baker, age 46, of Water Valley, MS, passed away September 1, 2023, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, TN. Brandy was born on October 13, 1976, in Dallas, TX. Brandy was a 1995 graduate of Water Valley High School. She attended Northeast Community College, where she was a member of the Tiger Dance team. She earned both her...
Patsy Croisant
Aug 27, 2023
Patsy Nell Croisant, age 84, of Oxford, MS, went to her eternal home Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the Yalobusha County Nursing Home in Water Valley, MS. She was born December 14, 1938, to the late Elmer and Doris (Nelson) Mills in the Orwood Community in Lafayette County, MS. Patsy lived her entire life in the Orwood Community until she...
Frank Hall
Aug 20, 2023
Frank Hall, age 88, of Water Valley, MS went to his forever home Sunday, August 20, 2023 at The Veterans Home in Oxford, MS. He was born September 13, 1934, in Water Valley, MS to the late William and Edna (Rogers) Hall. In 1951, Frank joined the United States Air Force and honorably served our country during the war in...
Jackie Lee Ferguson
Aug 13, 2023
Jackie Lee Ferguson, age 71, of Water Valley, MS departed this life Sunday, August 13, 2023 in Pensacola, FL. He was born March 16, 1952, to the late Lenard Reed and Dorothy (McCluskey) Ferguson. Jackie was a very kind, hard working man who loved working with his hands. Right after school, Jackie went to work for Emerson Electric in Oxford....
Dewitt C. Kehoe
Aug 13, 2023
Dewitt Clinton Kehoe, age 78, of Water Valley, MS went to his forever home Sunday, August 13, 2023 at the Yalobusha County Nursing Home in Water Valley, MS. He was born November 30, 1944, in Water Valley, MS to the late Curtis and Clyde (Hollinger) Kehoe. Dewitt was a very quiet, humble, and down to earth man who was happy...
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