Obituaries
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,...
Paul West
Aug 1, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the forthcoming funeral services for Paul Glenn West, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished member of the Water Valley and Ackerman communities. Paul, born on August 27, 1951, in Marks, MS, peacefully departed from this world on August 1, 2024, at his residence in Ackerman, MS, at the age of 72.
Paul dedicated his career...
Peggy Miles
Aug 1, 2024
Peggy Ming Miles, 92, of Water Valley, MS, went to her eternal home on July 31, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She was born in Oxford, MS, and grew up in Jackson, MS. She was the daughter of the late Nolan Ming and Letha West Ming. She was the only girl of four children.
Peggy was...
David Ware Lyons
Jul 29, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Ware Lyons on July 29, 2024, at the age of 80. David was a beloved husband, father, and friend. He was born in Pascagoula, MS on January 1, 1944, to the late Denver and Carrie Lyons. David married Patricia Dianne Bennett in Vancleave, MS on January 17, 1975....
Mary Hollingsworth
Jul 20, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Mary Della Hollingsworth, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister who touched the lives of all who knew her. Mary, born on July 1, 1949, in Sunflower County, passed away on July 20, 2024, at her home in Water Valley, MS at the age of 75.
Mary was a caring and...
Marion June Taylor
Jul 17, 2024
Marion June Taylor, who was born in Sulligent, Alabama, in 1932, passed away on July 17, 2024. She met her husband, Colvin Adrion Taylor, while attending University High School in Oxford, Mississippi. The couple later married and had four sons: Bobby, Billy, Garry, and Larry, with the last two being twins. The family then moved to Hialeah, Florida. June worked...
Robert Garrett
Jul 17, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Sloan Garrett, a beloved truck driver from Saltillo, MS. Robert, born on March 25, 1944, in Marks, MS, sadly left us on July 17, 2024, after an extended illness.
A veteran of the US Army, Robert served his country from January 30, 1964, until his honorable discharge on January...
Sylvia Bowen
Jul 15, 2024
Water Valley, MS - The family of Sylvia Gay Bowen announces with deep sorrow her passing on July 15, 2024. Gay was born on October 25, 1951, in Memphis, TN, to Daniel and Frances Garavelli. Gay was known for her gift of gab, loving nature, and strong opinions. She had a passion for reading and thoroughly enjoyed music and movies....
Mark Mcminn
Jul 13, 2024
Mark Gillian Mcminn, a beloved husband, father, and friend, was born on December 19, 1959, in Memphis, Tennessee. He graduated from South Panola High School and went on to work at Wade Incorporated as a mechanic, machinist, and welder. Mark was a passionate outdoorsman who enjoyed deer hunting and fishing whenever he had an opportunity.
Known for his compassionate nature, strong...
Willis Goodnight
Jul 13, 2024
Willis David Goodnight Jr., also known as Patch and Bubba, peacefully passed away on the morning of Saturday, July 13th, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS, surrounded by his family.
Patch Goodnight was born on February 2nd, 1968, in Memphis, TN, to the late Willis David Goodnight, Sr., and Mrs. Betty Jo Kurtley Goodnight. He graduated from Water...
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