OBITUARIES
Vernon Arnold
March 14, 2026
Mr. Vernon Arnold passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026 at his home in Saltillo. Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at the Eggville Free Will Baptist Church. Visitation will be 1 p.m. until service time Tuesday at the church. A full obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available.
Allen McDaniel
March 13, 2026
Leslie Allen McDaniel
Tupelo – Leslie Allen McDaniel, lovingly known as Allen to his friends, “Coach Mac” to generations of students, and “Daddy Mac” to the family who adored him, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, at the age of 76. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, business leader, and community builder, Allen lived a life marked by faith, mentorship,...
Paul Hitchcock
March 12, 2026
Mr. Paul Hitchcock passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Visitation will be 12 until 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Pegues, Tupelo.
Services celebrating Paul’s life will be 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the Jefferson Street Chapel of Pegues. Graveside services will follow at Priceville Cemetery.
A full obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available.
Gerald Horton
March 12, 2026
Gerald Horton
Gerald David Horton, 79, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born July 23, 1946, in Tupelo, to Cyrous Horton and Christine Edge Horton. Gerald was a graduate of Saltillo High School and later earned his electrical license through a mail-in electrical school. Even during his years working...
Glenda Faye Saylors
March 11, 2026
Glenda Faye Saylors
Saltillo- Glenda Faye Saylors, age 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on September 7, 1945, to Fountain Hubert and Harriet Jane Robinson Hubert.
Glenda was a woman whose life reflected her deep faith, generous spirit, and love for others. She was a longtime member of West Jackson Street Baptist Church and also attended...
Chris Phipps
March 10, 2026
Chris Phipps
Tupelo- Chris Phipps, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born on July 25, 1954, to Jack Phipps and Nancey Albritton Phipps.
Chris lived life with a spirit of adventure and a deep love for people. He enjoyed kayaking, backpacking, and traveling, and especially cherished the opportunity to explore Africa on safari. Whether he was on...
Franklin "Frank" Charles Breaux
March 10, 2026
Saltillo- Franklin “Frank” Charles Breaux passed away peacefully Tuesday, March 10, 2026 surrounded by family and loved ones. Frank was born March 25, 1951 and grew up in Aberdeen, Mississippi where he met his wife, Nancy Myers Freeman. They were married in 1972 and moved to Saltillo, Mississippi where they started their family.
Frank worked at Ken Jeter Store Equipment from...
William Stacey "Bill" Yarbrough
March 10, 2026
William Stacey "Bill" Yarbrough
Tupelo – William Stacey “Bill” Yarbrough passed to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the age of 91. Bill was born September 28, 1934, to Mildred Rail Parker and Henry Quay Yarbrough of Belden, Mississippi. He graduated from Tupelo High School in 1952. He later attended and graduated from Itawamba Community College and the...
Peggy Brooks
March 7, 2026
Peggy Brooks
Tupelo- Peggy Brooks entered the arms of her Savior after a long illness. Surrounded by family at The Sanctuary Hospice House, she passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, at the age of 82 in Tupelo, Mississippi - the same town where her beautiful life began. Peggy was born on April 6, 1943, to Clyde and Willie Lou Cook.
Peggy...
Betty Clayton
March 7, 2026
Betty Clayton
Tupelo- Betty Clayton, age 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026. She was born on December 9, 1937, to Cleburn Anderson Robison and Mattie Lou Johnson Robison.
Betty was a truly caring and kind-hearted lady who touched the lives of everyone who knew her. She had a deep appreciation for life’s simple joys and especially loved spending time...
Jerry D. Smith
March 5, 2026
Jerry D. Smith
Saltillo- Jerry D. Smith, age 84, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on January 13, 1942, to Jim Smith and Cleo Pearson Smith.
During his high school years, Jerry was a standout football player, serving as the team’s center. His leadership and dedication helped lead his team to numerous championship victories, creating memories and friendships...
Thomas Herman Pannell
March 3, 2026
Thomas Herman Pannell
Tupelo- Thomas Herman Pannell, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center. Born on July 28, 1947, to Johnny Pannell and Sallie Blair Pannell, Thomas lived a life marked by faith, dedication, and a genuine love for people.
Thomas built a respected career as an engineer, bringing intelligence, skill, and integrity to his...
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...
Kenneth Stanford
March 1, 2026
Kenneth Stanford
Kenneth Ray Stanford, 87, crossed into Glory on March 1, 2026. He was born on July 31, 1938, in Ratliff, Mississippi to Ed and Gertrude Stanford.
After serving in the US National Guard, Kenneth had a long-standing career with the Tupelo Public School district. He married Gloria Brown Stanford in 1956, welcoming six children to the world during their time...
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,...
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