Obituaries
Albert Ray Zabel
Jun 10, 2024
Albert Ray Zabel, 87, of Water Valley, MS, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Oxford, MS. Visitation will be at Cornerstone Funeral Home, 1830 N York St, Muskogee, OK 74403 on Thursday, June 13 from 1 to 8 pm. Military Funeral Services will be held on Friday, June 14 at 12:30 pm at Fort Gibson National Cemetery, 1423 Cemetery...
Tammie Lynn Thompson
Jun 8, 2024
Tammie Lynn Thompson, a cherished soul born on March 26, 1972, in Kansas City, KS, went to join our Heavenly Father on June 8, 2024. Tammie, a country girl by heart and lover of nature and animals, found solace in the great outdoors, spending countless hours fishing by the riverbank and caring for her beloved animals, including the ones she...
David Walter Carroll
Jun 6, 2024
David Walter Carroll peacefully passed away on Thursday June 6, 2024, at his home in Water Valley. He was born in New Albany, MS on May 31, 1964. David's journey was marked by his hard work and commitment to the line production industry, with significant stints at manufacturing facilities such as Bench Craft and Luvata. His work ethic was matched...
Michael William Bruner
Jun 6, 2024
Michael William Bruner (Mike), 60, was finally freed from his suffering on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Michael was originally from Baltimore, Maryland, but had resided in Mississippi for the last nine years. He was the son of the late Roy William Bruner of Water Valley, MS and the late Harriet Ayersman Curtin of Baltimore, MD. He is survived by his...
Jo Ann Carlisle
Jun 3, 2024
JoAnn Carlisle, born on September 21, 1931, in Water Valley, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2024, at the age of 92. JoAnn lived a full and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, love, and dedication to her family and community. JoAnn was born and raised in Water Valley, where she developed a deep appreciation for...
Dorothy Mae White
Jun 3, 2024
Dorothy Mae Turner-White lived a life filled with love, resilience, and service to her family. Born on August 9,1930 in Water Valley, MS to Ezel and Dorothy Jane Ford-Turner. She was the second child among five siblings. Though three of her siblings preceded her in death – Maydell Collins, Velma (Williams) Joiner, and Willie (Alleen) Turner, Dorothy Mae’s legacy of...
Melvin Lee Dunn
Jun 2, 2024
Melvin Lee Dunn (“Hambone“), age 70, passed from this earthly life on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by his family. He was born April 6. 1954, in Water Valley, MS, to Leon Courtney Dunn and Lucy Margaret Sprouse Dunn. One of five boys, Melvin grew up to work many jobs. He worked as a paramedic in New...
Dorris Nell Crawford
May 29, 2024
Dorris Nell Crawford passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024, at her home in Water Valley, Mississippi. She was 91. She was born in Fannin County, Georgia, on October 15, 1932, the daughter of Iona and Audie Hemphill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Brownlow Jackson Crawford. She is survived by her children, Len (Carol) of Blue Ridge,...
Bernice "Jan" Ward
May 25, 2024
In loving memory of Bernice Janet "Jan" Doublin Ward, her gentle spirit departed from this Earth at the break of dawn on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Born on July 11, 1930, in the humble town of Obion, TN, to the late Odie Richard and Nora Lee Doublin, Jan was an only child. After graduating from Obion High School, she dedicated...
Tammy Renee Crocker
May 21, 2024
Tammy Renee Crocker, beloved wife, mother, and member of the Water Valley community, passed away peacefully at her home on May 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 24, 1970, in Water Valley, Mississippi, Tammy was the daughter of Robert Joseph Dickey and Melba Jeanette Dickey. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Donnie Crocker, and their three...
Alice Sossaman
May 18, 2024
COFFEEVILLE — Alice Jean Woods Sossaman, age 81, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours Saturday, May 18. She was born August 4, 1942, in Memphis, Tenn. to Tommy Frank Woods and Dorothy Richardson Woods. She grew up in Marks, Mississippi and was a graduate of Marks High School. After graduation Alice sought employment with the hosiery mill in...
Theodore Charles Wiseman
May 18, 2024
Theodore Charles “Ted” Wiseman, age 84, a beloved husband and dedicated sprinkler fitter, passed away on May 18, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones at the VA facility in Oxford, MS. Born on October 8, 1939, in Memphis, TN, to the late Albert and Ruth Wiseman. Ted served in the United States Navy for four years, instilling in him a...
Jimmy H Burk
May 17, 2024
Jimmy H. Burk, a dedicated employee of Holly Carburetor and a proud member of the Mississippi National Guard, peacefully passed away on May 17, 2024, in Corinth, MS at the age of 84 due to natural causes. Born in Indianola, MS, on December 10, 1939, Jimmy was raised in Drew, MS, by his late mother, Mabel Smith Kirksey, and his...
Mark Anthony
May 16, 2024
Mark Anthony, 62, of Water Valley, passed away at home with his devoted wife, Claudia Smith Anthony and five fur babies by his side. Mark was born in 1962 in Memphis, TN to his parents, John Russell, and Mable (Mathis) Anthony. Mark attended school in Memphis before moving to Louisville, KY where he graduated high school. He then moved to...
Kenneth Wade Potts
May 15, 2024
Kenneth Wade Potts, 84, from Lakeland, TN, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Baptist East Hospital in Memphis, TN. Born on April 19, 1940, in Calhoun County, MS, to the late Ed and Lavelle Potts, he held a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University and served in the United States Army from 1960 until 1962. Kenneth married June Wagner...
Patrecea Lou Cade
May 3, 2024
Patrecea Lou Cade, a beloved member of the community of Water Valley, Mississippi sadly passed away on May 3, 2024, at her residence in Water Valley. Patrecea was born on January 15, 1934, in Pine Valley, Mississippi, to the late Joseph and Mary (Davis) Avant. She was 90 years of age. After her primary education, she attended nursing school and...
Sylvia G. Hollingsworth
May 2, 2024
Sylvia G. Hollingsworth, a cherished wife, loving mother, and talented artisan, passed away on May 2, 2024, at her home in Senatobia, Mississippi. Sylvia was born on October 31, 1958, in Water Valley, Mississippi, and spent her life dedicated to her family and her creative passions. Throughout her 65 years, Sylvia was a devoted spouse to her husband, Jimmy Hollingsworth,...
Fay M Ross
Apr 30, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Fay M. Ross, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Born on June 11, 1928, in Mississippi, Fay peacefully passed away on April 30, 2024, in Water Valley, MS with loved ones by her side. In her younger years, she worked as a Linotype operator for the North Mississippi Herald, but later became...
James "Whop" Johnson
Apr 28, 2024
James "Whop" Johnson, age 68, of Spring Hill, MS went to his forever home Sunday, April 28, 2024 at the Yalobusha County Nursing Home in Water Valley, MS. He was born May 10, 1955, in Memphis, TN to the late Gayle and Celestine (Milstead) Johnson. With a passion for life that was evident to all who knew him, He loved...
Bessie Liles Calder
Apr 28, 2024
Bessie Irene Liles Calder, aged 76, of Coffeeville, MS, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, April 28, 2024. She was born on January 8, 1948, in Coffeeville, MS, to the late Ben Liles Sr. and Mary Grace Gore Liles. She spent her formative years in Coffeeville, Mississippi, where she received her education at...
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