OBITUARIES
Nan Gilbert
March 1, 2026
Nan Lassetter Gilbert
April 13, 1934 - March 1, 2026
Nan Lassetter Gilbert, 91, of Tupelo, Mississippi, passed from this world into the next on March 1, 2026. She was born in Harperville, Mississippi, on April 13, 1934, to Benjamin Poole and Lola Louise Lyle Lassetter, and grew up there with her five brothers and one sister. Nan was preceded in death...
Walter Robinson
February 27, 2026
Auburn Community- Roger Walter Robinson went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 27, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved.
Born on April 23, 1944, in Lee County, Mississippi, to Vernon and Christeen Robinson, Walter was the kind of man you could count on. If something broke, if you were stranded, or if you just needed help, he...
Anita Jean Spencer Whaley
February 26, 2026
Anita “Nita” Jean Spencer Whaley
Saltillo – Anita “Nita” Jean Spencer Whaley passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer at the age of 68 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Iuka. Born on June 27, 1957, to Elton Ray Spencer and Catherine Prentiss Lewis, Nita’s life was filled with creativity, strength, and a deep...
Leon "Lee" Robert Beede
February 26, 2026
Leon “Lee” Robert Beede
Mantachie – Leon “Lee” Robert Beede passed away at the age of 64 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at his home. He was born to Leon Beede and Dola Mims Beede on June 13, 1961. He was a devoted father and grandfather, and loved his family dearly.
It is with deep love and gratitude that we remember a...
William "Andy" Mercer
February 25, 2026
Tupelo - William “Andy” Mercer passed away at the age of 71 on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at his home. He was born to the late William E. Mercer and Julia A. Moore Mercer on September 1, 1954. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and brother. He will be missed deeply by his family that he adored and cherished.
Andy will...
Faye Hulsey
February 24, 2026
Faye Hulsey
Skyline Community- Faye Hulsey, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 16, 1944, to Roy Edward Boyd and Mamie Hazel Wiley Boyd.
On June 15, 1961, she married the love of her life, Eldon Hulsey. Their marriage of going on 65 years was a beautiful example of devotion, commitment, and...
Larry Gillentine
February 20, 2026
Larry Gillentine
Richmond Community- Larry Dwight Gillentine, age 76, of Tupelo, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Sanctuary Hospice House. Born on November 16, 1949, to Roy B. Gillentine and Lizzie Lee Prestage Gillentine, Larry lived a life filled with purpose, service, and devotion to his family, his country, his work, and his community.
A proud United States Marine,...
Sidney D. "Sug" Hanna
February 18, 2026
Sidney D. “Sug” Hanna
Tupelo- Sidney D. “Sug” Hanna, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at his home.
Born and raised in Okolona, Mississippi, Mr. Hanna lived a life defined by hard work, adventure, and the people he loved. In his early years he worked on offshore oil rigs and held a Merchant Marine license. His work carried him...
Peggy Stults
February 17, 2026
Peggy Stults
Saltillo- Peggy Irene Stults, age 80, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at the Sanctuary Hospice House, leaving a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was born on January 14, 1946, to William Francis Phillips and Ruby Gertrude Cockrell Phillips.
Peggy lived a life marked by simplicity, grace, and quiet strength. She was a devoted...
Harold Kenneth Wilson
February 16, 2026
Harold Kenneth Wilson
Harold Kenneth Wilson of Tupelo, Mississippi, devoted husband, father, grandfather, mentor, world class businessman, and encourager, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior on February 16, 2026, at the age of 85. Born in Steele, Missouri, to Ray and Audrey Wilson, Harold grew up with strong values and a deep devotion to family; family meant...
Keeli Barnett
February 15, 2026
Keeli Fowler Barnett, age 35, passed away at her residence Sunday, February 15, 2026, in Tupelo. She was born April 18, 1990, to Staci Bridges and Michael Fowler.
Keeli was a graduate of Saltillo High School and later moved to Tupelo where she lived her adult life. She is the mother of Kallin Sudduth and Koy Barnett, who were her entire...
Jack Price
February 12, 2026
Tupelo - Jack Price died peacefully Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the age of 97 in Tupelo. He was born December 19, 1928, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to Samuel and Mary Price. Jack spent many of his formative years in Plantersville, Mississippi, in a large, loving family. He loved to tell the story of hearing about the attack on Pearl Harbor...
William David "Doc" Robbins
February 12, 2026
Tupelo – William David “Doc” Robbins was born in Shannon, Mississippi on September 21, 1937, to Murphy and Willie George Robbins. After graduating from Shannon High School, he attended Delta State University. Doc was a faithful member of West Jackson Street Baptist Church in Tupelo.
After beginning his career as an educator in the Nettleton School District, he served as the...
Noah Henley
February 11, 2026
Noah Henley
Okolona - Noah Henley was born on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 20 weeks and passed peacefully the same day in the loving arms of his family.
Though he was with us for only a brief moment, Noah was deeply cherished long before his birth. From the first heartbeat to the quiet months of anticipation, he brought hope, joy, and...
Pat Yant
February 8, 2026
Pat Yant
Tupelo- Patricia Ann Yant, age 86, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was born on June 6, 1939, to Cecil Estes and Mary Ellen Morgan Estes, and spent her life rooted in faith, family, and quiet dedication.
Pat was a wonderful woman who left a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Kind-hearted...
Rick Haggard
February 2, 2026
Rick Haggard
Mooreville- SRO, Richard “Rick” Allen Haggard, Lee County Sheriff’s Department, age 52, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, in the line of duty. He was born on February 5, 1973, in Macon to Larry Wesley Haggard and Susie Ann Featherston Haggard.
Rick was a devoted public servant whose life was defined by service, integrity, and a deep love for...
Brenda Joyce Carter
February 2, 2026
Tupelo – Brenda Joyce Carter, 77, passed away peacefully Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Traceway Retirement Community in Tupelo. She was born April 5, 1948, to the late James Thomas Ellis and Maudi Beatrice Gray Ellis.
Brenda was a woman of remarkable spirit, energetic, feisty, and full of life. Her greatest joy was her family, and she cherished every moment...
Billy Lowry
January 30, 2026
Billings, Montana – Billy Trice Lowry, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on January 30, 2026, at St. John’s United in Billings, Montana. He was born on July 10, 1933, to the late E. Q. Lowry and Maidee Sappington Lowry, who raised him in the Black Zion community in Pontotoc...
Robert James Raines, Sr.
January 27, 2026
Robert James Raines, Sr.
Pontotoc – Robert was born in Clarksdale, MS to L.C. and Bertie Lee Raines on August 12, 1938. He parted this life on January 27, 2026, at the Simmerson House at Traceway Retirement Community in Tupelo, MS.
Robert was a loving father and doting grandfather (Papa) who would always do anything he could to help someone. He was...
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