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Sandra Smith McWhite
September 29, 2025
Sandra Smith McWhite
Salitllo – Sandra Smith McWhite, 83, passed away at home in Saltillo, Mississippi, after a long illness to her eternal rest in Heaven on September 29, 2025.
Born in Greenville, South Carolina in 1942, she was the daughter of Oliver Smith and Mellie Smith Revis, both deceased, and the husband of Leon M. McWhite.
Mrs. McWhite received an associate degree...
Linda Faye Riggan
September 29, 2025
Linda Faye Riggan
Tupelo – Linda Faye Riggan passed from this life on September 29, 2025, surrounded by her family. Her passion was art and she was an excellent artist and patient art teacher for many years. She also passed on her love of arts and crafts to her only granddaughter, Taylor, who she adored and was so proud of. Although...
Diane Hill
September 27, 2025
Syble Diane Hill, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 27, 2025. She was born on October 28, 1947, to Henry Gattis and Aliene Norris Gattis. Diane shared 48 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Kenneth Hill, until his passing in February of 2021. She built a career as a beautician before spending many years as...
Royce Cantrell
September 26, 2025
Royce Cantrell
Verona- Royce Cantrell, age 88, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born on October 19, 1936, to Elzie Lee Cantrell and Delma Coats Cantrell.
Royce was known for his strong work ethic and dedication. Throughout his life, he worked across North Mississippi repairing mobile homes for Chad Mills and James Sanderson. He was known far and wide...
Rose Clayton
September 23, 2025
Rose Clayton
Guntown- Rose Clayton, age 82, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1943, to Jane McGreger Warnick and Curtis Warnick.
Rose lived a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. She found joy in the simple beauty of nature, especially through her love of gardening and flowers. She took pride in...
Joseph Alan Hancock
September 21, 2025
November 29, 1948 – September 21, 2025
Tupelo – With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joseph Alan Hancock, who left us peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 76 after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. A man of generosity, humor, and unwavering loyalty, Joe’s presence brought...
Raul Sanchez
September 18, 2025
Raul Sanchez “Angel”
Belden – Raul Sanchez “Angel,” age 54, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Born on July 13, 1969, to Leonila Lopez Ramos and Eusebio Sanchez, Raul lived a life defined by generosity, devotion, and a true love for family.
A man of Catholic faith, Raul carried himself with a kind spirit and a good heart. He was...
JoAnn Frazier Box
September 17, 2025
JoAnn Frazier Box
Tupelo – JoAnn Frazier Box passed away September 17, 2025, at age 93 following a long and lovely life. She was born January 23, 1932, in Church Hill, Tennessee, to William Miller and Emma Gertrude Hawthorne Price. The youngest of four girls, JoAnn grew up in Surgoinsville, Tennessee, graduating from Maxwell Academy, Surgoinsville High School, where she played...
Debra Rydberg Little
September 17, 2025
Debra Rydberg Little
Tupelo – Debra Rydberg Little, 68, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home after a brief illness. She was born on November 13, 1956, to the late Travis Little and Barbara Niblit Little.
Whether she was tending to her garden, carefully planting and nurturing each flower, or simply enjoying the beauty of a bloom in full color,...
Carson Fletcher
September 15, 2025
Carson Fletcher
Tupelo– Carson Fletcher, age 33, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1991, to Freida Deaver Fletcher and Dr. Mark Fletcher.
Carson lived a life marked by laughter, kindness, and a genuine love for people. A gifted musician, he found joy in playing guitar and sharing music with those around him. His quick wit,...
Patricia Ann Butler Mason
September 14, 2025
Patricia Ann Butler Mason
Plantersville- Patricia shed her mortal coil and stepped into eternity and into the arms of her Savior on Sunday, September 14, 2025. We rejoice that she is no longer suffering and is surrounded by perfect love. She is no longer bound by her human frailty, but at perfect peace with no pain. Though we will miss her,...
Joyce R. Smith
September 12, 2025
Joyce R. Smith
Auburn Community- Joyce R. Smith, age 83, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1941; the daughter of Ola Hicks Carrol and Odis Hoyle Robbins.
Joyce lived a life filled with love, faith, and simple joys. She took great pride in caring for her home and especially her yard, where she found peace...
Dale Holloway
September 12, 2025
Tupelo- In the early morning hours of September 12, 2025, after a brief stay at Sanctuary Hospice House, Dale Young Holloway peacefully went to be with Jesus.
Born in Pontotoc in 1935, Dale married the love of his life, Bobbie Washington, in 1959. They had two beautiful daughters, Debbie and Barbara.
Dale Holloway set the standard of love, compassion, and a servant’s...
Billy Joe Miller
September 6, 2025
Billy Joe Miller
Saltillo – Billy Joe Miller, age 90, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice House. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Born on February 26, 1935, he was the son of the late Dennis and Eva Mae Miller. He enjoyed hunting and running dogs, and cherished spending time with family and friends. Known...
Terry Lynn Coggin
September 4, 2025
Terry Lynn Coggin
Saltillo – Terry L. Coggin, age 70, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center. She was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
Born on June 9, 1955, she was the daughter of the late J.W. and Darlene Brock. Terry was a devoted member of Mayfield Church of Christ and lived her life grounded...
Harley Jayne Pannell
August 29, 2025
Harley Jayne Pannell
Harley Jayne Pannell, born April 23, 2025, in Germantown, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, leaving a deep imprint on all who loved her. She was a precious baby girl, born to Jessica Orman Lavender, and Michael Dale Pannell, with striking red hair and beautiful, curious eyes that...
Barbara Carnathan
August 29, 2025
Barbara Carnathan
Mooreville- Barbara Ann Dye Carnathan, age 83, passed away peacefully at Sanctuary Hospice House on Friday, August 29, 2025. She was born on January 1, 1942, to Robert Claude Dye and Maxine Bishop Dye. Though born in Ellistown, Barbara spent much of her early childhood in Wilson, Arkansas, before returning to Ellistown during her college years. She earned her...
Dr. H. Vann Craig, M.D.
August 29, 2025
Dr. Vann Harris Craig August 31, 1935 – August 29, 2025
Dr. Harris Vann Craig, of Natchez, Mississippi, passed away on August 29, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on August 31, 1935, in Jackson, Tennessee, to Emma Loucretia Vann Craig and John Harris Craig of Tupelo.
Vann graduated from Tupelo High School with honors in 1953 and earned...
George Bogardus, Jr.
August 28, 2025
GEORGE BOGARDUS, JR.
George Dorman Bogardus, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully at North Mississippi Medical Center on August 28, 2025.
Born in Buffalo, New York, on January 3, 1943, to George D. Bogardus, Sr. and Gertrude Lola Reynolds, George’s life was marked by honor, devotion, and service. After attending American University, he proudly served in the U.S. Army and continued his dedication...
Linda Owens
August 25, 2025
LINDA OWENS
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Gail Dix Owens, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, who left this world on August 25, 2025, at the age of 84.
Linda was born in Tupelo on September 21, 1940, and spent her childhood and formative years in Tupelo. She was struck down by...
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