Obituaries
Mary Alice Person
Dec 1, 2023
REFLECTIONS OF THE LIFE OF MOTHER MARY ALICE PERSON ‘I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day’ 2 Timothy 4:7-8. Mary Alice Person, distinguishably called Mom, Momma, Mommy,...
Grace Evelyn Moody
Nov 30, 2023
Grace Moody of Water Valley, Mississippi passed away on Nov 30, 2023. A wake is planned for Friday, December 8, 2023, in the the Henry Chapel of Seven Oaks Funeral Home from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Services will immediately follow at 11:00 AM in with Rev. Michael Phillips officiating. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the cemetery...
James Samuel "Sammy" Anthony
Nov 29, 2023
James Samuel Anthony, a devoted husband, beloved father figure, and respected member of the community, passed away on November 29, 2023, at the age of 77. James, affectionately known as Sammy, was born on December 19, 1945, in Water Valley, Mississippi, where he lived for the entirety of his life. Sammy was a man of many passions, but none held...
Alice Fay Allen
Nov 26, 2023
Mrs. Alice Fay (Vaughn) Allen passed from this life to eternal rest on 26 November, 2023. Mrs. Allen was born on 11 January, 1936, to Houston Greenwood Vaughn and Jenny Lou(Simpson) Vaughn in Water Valley, MS. She was the oldest of five children. Mrs. Allen graduated from Water Valley High School in May, 1954 and played girls basketball. She often...
Clara May Bowles
Nov 26, 2023
Clara May Foster Bowles, age 89, went to her eternal home on November 26, 2023, at her home in Water Valley, MS surrounded by her family. She was born August 8, 1934 in Arkansas to Louis David Foster and Clara Ruth Lawley Foster. She grew up in Water Valley and was in the graduating class of 1953. Soon afterwards in...
Bailey Mae Reed
Nov 23, 2023
Bailey Mae Reed, 21, entered her eternal home, November 23, 2023. She was born December 28, 2001, in Grand Rapids, MI. She grew up in Zeeland, MI, and graduated from Zeeland West High School in 2020, where she sang in the choir. Soon after, Bailey moved to Water Valley to live with her grandparents, Chuck and Mary Reed, to help...
Clyde Mitchell
Nov 15, 2023
Clyde Mitchell, affectionately known as "PAPA," was born on June 15, 1946, in Water Valley, Mississippi to his proud parents Earl and Clara (Burgess) Mitchell. He peacefully passed away on November 15, 2023, at his home in Panola County. Clyde's departure from this world leaves a void that can never be filled. Clyde spent his formative years in Water Valley...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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