Obituaries
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...
Luther Jerome Cox
Oct 5, 2024
Luther Jerome Cox, 64, a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on the afternoon of Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Water Valley, MS. He was born on September 17, 1960 to Juanita Bishop Cox and the late Richard Stanhope Cox in Water Valley. Luther was a beloved member of New Providence M.B....
Ronald Allen Raggio
Sep 30, 2024
Mr. Ronald Allen Raggio, a beloved uncle, brother, and friend passed away peacefully in his home September 30, 2024 at the age of 67.
A memorial service will be held at 4pm Saturday, October 5th at Seven Oaks Funeral Home in Water Valley, MS. The family will receive friends at 3pm.
Known affectionately as Ron, he was born January 3, 1957, in...
Mary Lou Williams
Sep 18, 2024
Mary Lou Murphy Lassen Williams, 91, of Water Valley, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday afternoon, September 18, 2024.
Mary Lou was born December 17, 1932, in San Angelo, Texas, the younger of two children of a devout Southern Baptist attorney and his fervent, piano-playing wife. Her circuitous route from San Angelo to Water Valley is...
Manchie "Benny" Fly
Sep 15, 2024
Manchie Benjamin (Benny) Fly departed this life on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at North Mississippi Medical Center, Inpatient Hospice in Tupelo, MS. He was born at home in Coffeeville, MS on July 30, 1950 to Fletcher Fly Sr. (Buddy) and Louise Bankston Fly. Benny attended Coffeeville School and was a member of Goshen Memorial Chapel Church.
In his early adult life...
Thomas "Tony" Spearman
Sep 11, 2024
Affectionally known as Tony, Daddy, PaPa, and Six Pack, Thomas Lyn Spearman was born August 16, 1967 to M.T. Spearman and Christine Woodard. Tony confessed his faith, was baptized, and joined Pine Grove East MB Church in Water Valley, MS. Tony transitioned to his heavenly home on September 11, 2024.
After graduating from Water Valley High School in 1985, Tony worked...
William Russell
Sep 3, 2024
William Glenn Russell, a hardworking man who loved his family, passed away on September 3, 2024, at his residence in Water Valley, Mississippi. Born on November 28, 1929, in Florence, Alabama, William spent his life dedicated to his work in road construction, working and traveling for 42 years with Dixie Contractors and later with Endevco where he retired.
Known...
Joy Jones
Sep 3, 2024
Mrs. Joy Carol (Samuels) Jones passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 in Water Valley, Mississippi. Joy loved the hot summer days, time spent with her family by the pool and at the beach, and always doing things her own way, so it is fitting that she decided to take her leave of this earth as...
Jonathan "J T" Dunn
Aug 26, 2024
Jonathan “J.T.” Taylor Dunn, aged 23, passed away on August 26th, 2024, in Water Valley, MS. Born on March 8th, 2001, to John and Rhonda Dunn in West Point, Mississippi, J.T. was a beloved member of the community. He attended Water Valley High School, where he built strong friendships that felt like family. J.T. was a member of Sylva Rena...
Christopher Eric Cofer
Aug 25, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce that our beloved son and brother Christopher Eric Cofer, 42 of Water Valley, MS passed away peacefully at Yalobusha Nursing home on August 25, 2024.
Born on December 7, 1981, to Carlis Gene and Sandra Farmer Cofer at Water Valley General Hospital, Eric was a beloved brother who could easily light up the room with his...
Mary Ellen Woods Holyfield
Aug 24, 2024
Mary Ellen Woods Holyfield, age 85, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, went home to Jesus peacefully in her sleep Saturday morning, August 24, 2024. She was born on August 30, 1938, in Yalobusha County, MS to John (Morris) and Ruby Ellen Edwards Woods. She married the love of her life, Clyde Holyfield, on May 8, 1960.
Mary...
Gary Bolen
Aug 19, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gary Lane Bolen, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, who peacefully left this world on August 19, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi. Born on September 5, 1945, in Crenshaw, Mississippi, Gary was a skilled carpenter in the construction industry, dedicating forty years to his craft.
Left to...
Henry Pierce
Aug 14, 2024
Henry L. Pierce, age 89, of Senatobia, MS passed peacefully on to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born December 2, 1934 in Water Valley, MS to D.E. Pierce, Sr. and Ruth (Littleton) Pierce.
Henry graduated from Water Valley High School in 1954. He served in the Army National Guard...
Carla Taberios
Aug 3, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Carla Tabieros, who left us on August
3rd, 2024. Born on January 1, 1967, Carla was known for her infectious laugh, her deep
passions, and her strength of will.
Carla is survived by two wonderful daughters, Alisha and Toni. She was also a cherished sister
to her twin brother,...
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