OBITUARIES
Adam Paxton
August 24, 2025
ADAM PAXTON
Albert Adams Paxton “Adam,” 53, of Tupelo, Mississippi, and Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and lasting memories.
Adam was raised in Tupelo, Mississippi, by his loving parents, Jim and Nancy Collins. From an early age, Adam’s life was marked by charisma, unwavering presence, and natural leadership. At Tupelo...
Ernestine Elliff
August 24, 2025
Ernestine Elliff
Tupelo – Ernestine Elliff, age 92, passed away at the North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice Unit on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 22, 1933, to the late Jessie Troy Farris and Jimmie Lee Trammel Farris.
At the age of 22, Ernestine gave her life to the Lord, and her faith became...
John "J.N." Newton Witcher, Jr.
August 24, 2025
John “J.N.” Newton Witcher, Jr.
Saltillo – John “J.N.” Newton Witcher, Jr., age 93, passed away at Sanctuary Hospice House on Sunday, August 24, 2025. A loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and devoted friend, J.N. was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, having served honorably during the Korean War. His commitment to his country was only matched by his love for the outdoors...
Kay "KK" Francis Brown
August 23, 2025
Kay Francis Brown
Saltillo – Kay "KK" Francis Brown, lovingly known to many as KK, age 88, passed away at Traceway Manor on Saturday, August 23, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1937, to the late Jessie Lee and Alloys Whitaker.
KK was a woman of deep faith and a lifetime member of Tupelo Freewill Baptist Church. In recent years, she...
Sylvia Jean Cole Comer
August 19, 2025
SYLVIA JEAN COLE COMER
Tupelo- Sylvia Jean Cole Comer passed away on August 19, 2025 at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo. After beating cervical cancer last fall, she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer three months ago. Forever independent, she was able to remain on her own at home until the last week. She passed away surrounded by friends and family knowing...
Hubert E. Weathers
August 16, 2025
MSgt. Hubert E. Weathers, U.S. Air Force, RET.
Saltillo- Hubert Earl Weathers, 92, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at his daughter’s home in Amory. He was born on August 31, 1932, in Eggville to Noon and Ellie Mae Weathers. He faithfully served his country, joining the United States Air Force shortly after graduating from high school. He retired with...
Dan Bennett
August 12, 2025
Dan Bennett
Madison, Alabama – Dan Bennett, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Madison Hospital in Madison, Alabama. Born on June 28, 1949, to Clyde and Mildred Bennett, Dan lived a vibrant and adventurous life filled with creativity, curiosity, and a deep love for the open road.
He was a proud graduate of Butler High School, Class of...
Wayne Pinkerton
August 12, 2025
Alton Wayne Pinkerton
Saltillo – Wayne Pinkerton, age 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center. Born on September 18, 1937, to Pleasant Knox Pinkerton and Thelma Pauline Pinkerton, Wayne lived a life marked by devotion, service, and love.
A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Wayne served his country with honor and integrity....
James Allen Parker
August 11, 2025
James Allen Parker
Baldwyn - James Allen Parker, age 56, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center. Born on August 9, 1969, to Jewel Elizabeth Stacks Parker and Walker Mace Parker Jr., James—known to most simply as “Parker”—lived a life marked by deep love, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to faith and family.
Parker was a man...
Bonnie Blankenship Crisco
August 11, 2025
BONNIE BLANKENSHIP CRISCO
January 7, 1941 – August 11, 2025
Bonnie Blankenship Crisco, 84, passed peacefully Monday morning in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Born in Parsons, Tennessee, to Robert and Anna Nagle Blankenship, Bonnie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and family.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Chris; her parents; three sisters; and three brothers. She is survived by her son,...
Al Gillentine
August 9, 2025
Tupelo--William Alvin “Al” Gillentine Jr. passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025 at the North Mississippi Medical Center Hospice Unit after a lengthy illness. He was 74 years old. Born August 22, 1949 in Tupelo, Al was the son of William Alvin Gillentine Sr. and Cassie Ann Hudnall Gillentine. After his graduation from Tupelo High School, Al achieved a lifelong dream...
Margaret Robins Porter
August 5, 2025
MARGARET ROBINS PORTER
Margaret Robins Porter, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Born on January 4, 1934, to Flossie Mae and Eldridge Robins, Margaret grew up with a deep love for family, tradition, and the land that shaped her—her beloved family farm, Mount Robins. A devoted wife, mother, and homemaker, Margaret embodied grace, warmth, and unwavering dedication to...
Martella Croft
August 4, 2025
Benton, Arkansas – Linnie Martella Cooper (Stults) Croft was born on March 31, 1944, in Tupelo, MS and went home to be with Jesus at the age of 81 on Monday, August, 4, 2025, after an extended illness.
She lived her life showing tremendous amounts of love, kindness, and compassion toward all those she called family or friends. If you ever...
Rex Helms
August 4, 2025
Rex Allen Helms (Pops), March 17, 1952 - August 4, 2025, went to be with Jesus surrounded by his loving family. Pops was known for his quick wit, infectious laughter, and an uncanny ability to fix just about anything. A talented and dedicated mechanic, he spent 37 years working at Independent Furniture Supply before retiring. His love for collecting antique...
Barbara Sue Turner
August 2, 2025
Lake Bluff, Illinois – Barbara Sue Turner, 83, a beloved resident of Lake Bluff, Illinois and formerly of Germantown, TN, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025, after a long illness.
Born in 1942, to Dorothy L Wheeler and Earl C Brown, Barbara spent the last seven years of her life close to her son and his wife and family in...
William "Bill" Hollingsworth
August 2, 2025
BILL HOLLINGSWORTH
Plantersville- William “Bill” Aaron Hollingsworth, age 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025. Born on October 20, 1950, to Eunice and Wilburn Hollingsworth, Bill lived a life full of heart, laughter, and deep connections with those he loved most.
Bill had a natural gift for bringing people together. With a twinkle in his eye and a joke always...
James Leo Segars
August 1, 2025
Tupelo – James Leo Segars, age 89, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025, while in hospice at North Mississippi Medical Center. He was born on April 6, 1936, to Elisha and Edna Segars in Amory, MS. James was a devoted husband to his wife of 69 years, Glenda Segars. He earned an associate’s degree from Freed-Hardeman University, a Bachelor...
Josie Marie Carr
July 30, 2025
JOSIE MARIE CARR
Tupelo – Josie Marie Carr, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice House.
Born on August 26, 1945, to Ruby and Carlton Ford, Josie lived a life marked by compassion, warmth, and quiet strength. She was the kind of person who made others feel at ease—genuine, gracious, and always ready with a smile or...
Earl Krutz
July 30, 2025
Tupelo—Earl Krutz, age 41, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025. He was born in Adrian, Michigan on September 5, 1983 to Diana Lynn Krutz. At the age of 12, Earl and his family moved to North Mississippi. On October 31, 2020, he married his best friend and love of his life, Molly Byars Krutz. Earl worked in maintenance for Itawamba...
Wilodyne S. Barnett
July 25, 2025
Shannon--Wilodyne Schumpert Barnett passed away peacefully at her home in the Brewer Community on Friday, July 25, 2025. Wilodyne was a native and lifelong resident, born on January 13, 1939. She was the daughter of Clyde Robert Schumpert and Willard D’area Johnston Schumpert. Wilodyne was a graduate of Shannon High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree at Blue...
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