OBITUARIES
J.E. "Jay" Swindle
September 16, 2026
J.E. “Jay” Swindle
Belden – J. E. “Jay” Swindle, 86, of Tupelo, Mississippi, passed away early Wednesday morning, September 16, 2026, at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo.
Jay was born on October 29, 1939, to James W. Swindle and Ola Pearson Swindle, and grew up in Eupora, Mississippi. He was the youngest of 12 sons and outlived them all, both in...
Tommy Murphy
September 15, 2026
Tupelo – Tommy Stewart Murphy, 72, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026. He was born Tuesday, August 3, 1954, to Marvin and Hazel Murphy, in Tupelo.
Tommy had a way of making the ordinary parts of life feel worth looking forward to. He loved being on his motorcycle and never missed the excitement of NASCAR racing. But some of his favorite...
Betty Jane Herron
September 15, 2026
Tupelo – Betty J. Herron, 81, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in Tupelo, Mississippi. Betty was born Saturday, February 24, 1945, to Toy Archer and Mary Jane Hamilton.
Betty enjoyed working in the restaurant business, a career she found great enjoyment in throughout most of her life. She liked staying busy and enjoyed many simple pleasures. Betty especially loved...
Barbara Bolen Crossley
September 15, 2026
Tupelo - Barbara Bolen Crossley passed away peacefully September 15, 2026, at Landmark Lifestyles in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was born September 29, 1946, to James L. Bolen and Ruby Smith Bolen. Barbara was 79 years old, just two weeks shy of her 80th birthday.
Barbara married Wayne Crossley in 1976, and together they raised their two children, Craig Seay and Cassie...
Joy Young
September 14, 2026
New Albany – Joy Lynn Kimery Young, 84, a beloved and hard-working wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, entered the gates of Heaven to meet her Savior Jesus Christ Monday, September 14, 2026. She was born on Sunday, April 12, 1942, in Ashland, Mississippi, to the late James Lloyd and Lucille Kimery.
Her life became a testament to her unwavering faith...
Brenda Vinson Hare
September 14, 2026
Brenda Vinson Hare
Tupelo - Brenda Vinson Hare, 82, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 14, 2026, in Tupelo while receiving care from Gentiva Hospice. Brenda was born on Tuesday, January 25, 1944 to Josh W. Vinson and Ida Mae Homan Vinson.
Brenda lived a life rooted in her faith, her family, and the simple things that brought her joy. She was...
Ray Christian
September 14, 2026
Tupelo – Ray Christian, 89, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026. He was born on Saturday, July 3, 1937, to Dexter and Maddie Christian, in Tupelo.
Ray proudly served his country as a member of the Mississippi National Guard, a chapter of his life that reflected the steady, dependable person he always was. He shared 62 wonderful years with his...
Sandy Marlar
September 14, 2026
Sandy Marlar
Sandra Ann “Sandy” Marlar, 83, passed away Monday, September 14, 2026. She was born June 26, 1943, in Arkansas to Floyd and Gladys Marlar.
Sandy earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from The Women’s College, beginning with what would become a remarkable 50-year career devoted to caring for others. She spent her career at North Mississippi Medical Center, where...
Max Stephens
September 11, 2026
Saltillo - Max Stephens, 91, died on Friday, September 11, 2026. He was born on Thursday, January 10, 1935, to Era Mae and William Elbert Stephens.
Max dedicated 44 years of his life to working at Tombigbee Electric Power Association, where he built his career and became a familiar face to many. He was a longtime member of Saltillo Methodist Church...
Verna King
September 8, 2026
Booneville - Verna Mary King, née Prosper, passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 69. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and nurse, she leaves a legacy of faith, generosity, compassion, and love.
Born in St. Joseph, Dominica, on January 27, 1957, to Hilda and Gipson Prosper, Verna spent her childhood in Dominica and St. Thomas. She accepted...
Catherine Mize
September 7, 2026
Tupelo - Catherine Dale Reed Mize, 69, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026. It was the culmination of a life that was defined by love and bringing out the best in the people around her.
Born in Tupelo to Jack Reed, Sr. and Frances Purvis Reed on February 16, 1957, Catherine...
John Honan
September 5, 2026
John Honan
Tupelo – John Honan, 73, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026, just four days before his 74th birthday. John was born on September 9, 1952, in New York City to Frank Honan and Hannah Easterling Honan. He was a proud graduate of Tupelo High School, Class of 1972.
John had a love for sports and enjoyed watching just...
Marty Brown
September 2, 2026
Tupelo – Marty Brown, 52, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. Marty was born Tuesday, August 20, 1974, to Anna Jean Hanson Massey and Fred Mitch Massey in Jackson, Mississippi. Marty spent a portion of her childhood in Tupelo and then moved with her mother and brother, Cooper, to Atlanta. After attending Hollins College, Marty joined Chi Omega...
Tracy Harris
September 1, 2026
Tracy Leigh Harris
Tupelo – Tracy Leigh Harris, 63, passed away into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. She was born on Thursday, August 1, 1963, to Billy Ray Jones and Dianne Jones.
Tracy had a heart for the simple joys of life, especially the people she loved. She cherished the time spent with her family and friends. Tracy...
Jerry Loden
August 30, 2026
Jerry Loden, 92, passed away on Sunday, August 30 , 2026, in the comfort of his Palmetto home, with his family by his side. He was born on November 25, 1933, in Lee County, to his parents, Marvin and Erin Loden.
Jerry grew up in Tupelo, and that is where he stayed and would later raise his own family. He was...
John T. Estes
August 30, 2026
Mooreville—John Thomas Estes, Sr. passed away Sunday, August 30, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center. John was 91 years old. Born in Lee County on October 31, 1934, he was the son of Selma Faye Shumpert Estes and Mannie Evans Estes, the youngest of nine. John was a lifelong resident of Mooreville and a member of Boguefala Baptist Church....
Jerry Wiese
August 29, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Wiese
Shannon - Gerald “Jerry” Wiese, 81, passed peacefully from this life and into his eternal home on August 29, 2026, at his home in Shannon, Mississippi. Jerry was born on February 21, 1945, to Gerald and Teri Wiese in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He lived a life defined by service, to his country, his church, his community, and, above all,...
Christopher Holcomb
August 29, 2026
Fresno, California—Christopher Thomas Holcomb passed away Saturday, August 29, 2026 at his home in Fresno, California where he resided the past three years. Formerly of Lee County, Christopher was born in Tupelo on December 30, 1976, the son of William Holcomb and Sherry Carter. He grew up loving the outdoors and spending as much of his free time as he...
Marqueta Fortner
August 28, 2026
Tupelo - The world lost a special soul on August 28, 2026, when Greta Marqueta Fortner peacefully departed this life at her home. Born on May 28, 1955, in Tupelo, Marqueta was a cherished daughter of Ruby and Judd Bishop, both of whom predeceased her, along with her beloved sister, Judy Bishop. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother....
Carlene Spearman
August 27, 2026
Pontotoc – Carlene Spearman, 83, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center. She was born on Saturday, October 31, 1942, to Bruce Williams and Hazel Williams.
Carlene was an independent, outspoken woman who was a beloved member of the Zion Baptist Church and never afraid to say exactly what was on her mind. She loved to...
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