OBITUARIES
Cameron Lee
July 6, 2025
Greenville—Cameron Anthony Lee passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 in Mooreville, while visiting with family for the holiday. He was 57 years old. Cameron was born in Leland on January 8, 1968 to Phillip and Sandra Lee. After his high school graduation, he attended technical school where he obtained training in HVAC. He would eventually open his own business, Lee...
Col. Carlyle Smith Harris, USAF Ret.
July 6, 2025
Col. Carlyle Smith Harris, USAF Ret.
Colonel Carlyle Smith “Smitty” Harris, USAF Ret., 96, of Tupelo, Mississippi passed away at Sanctuary Hospice House on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Born on April 11, 1929, the son of Robin Smith Harris and Early Joseph Harris, Smitty grew up in Preston, Maryland along with his brother, Joseph “Joe”. He graduated from Charlotte Hall Military...
Robert "Bob" Phyfer
July 6, 2025
Robert “Bob” Phyfer
Mountain Brook, Alabama- Robert “Bob” Sisco Phyfer, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
Born on May 21, 1949, to Mary Rachel Sandlin Phyfer and Sisco Knox Phyfer, Bob grew up with a deep appreciation for the simple joys in life and a boundless love for his family. His...
Liz Hanlon
July 4, 2025
Liz Hanlon
Silverhill, Alabama – Elizabeth Ellen Hanlon, 64, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice House. She was born on September 8, 1960, in Racine, Wisconsin, and spent her informative years in Galesville, Wisconsin; Liz was the beloved daughter of Zonette Schreiner. From a young age, Liz radiated creativity, warmth, and a deep love for music...
Jerry Chadwick Sr.
June 28, 2025
Blue Springs—Jerry Russell Chadwick Sr. passed away June 28, 2025 at his home in Blue Springs at the age of 75. He was born August 24, 1949, in Crossett, Arkansas to Aubrey and Reba Glover Chadwick. Jerry primarily grew up in Monroe, Louisiana. He worked as a welder in the construction industry and through his job, he met his wife...
Theresa Brewer
June 28, 2025
Theresa Ann “Tessie” Brewer passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at her home in Guntown after an extended illness. She was 72 years old. Born February 8, 1953 in Cleveland, Tessie was the daughter of Mary Helen Brown Loftin. She was raised in Greenville where she resided until her health began to decline. At that time, she moved to Lee...
Teresa Mitchell
June 27, 2025
Mooreville--Teresa Ann Mitchell passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at the North Mississippi Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 68 years old. A Lee County native and lifelong resident, she was born January 31, 1957 to Gaston and Betty Dozier Morgan. After her high school graduation and earning her Associates Degree from Itawamba Junior College, Teresa...
Sydney R. Limerick
June 23, 2025
Sydney R. Limerick
TUPELO- Sydney R. Limerick, age 76, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 after an extended illness. He was born on March 7, 1949 to Marie and James Limerick in Meridian.
Sydney received his Master’s degree in mathematics from Mississippi State University before going on to work as a technology executive until his retirement.
Sydney married his lovely wife Deborah...
Annie Laura Irvin
June 18, 2025
Annie Laura Irvin
Annie Laura Irvin was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on May 5, 1930 one of seven children, and lived a full and meaningful life of 95 years until she passed away on June 19, 2025. She resided with her husband, William Irvin, in Memphis, Tennessee until his retirement, and then they relocated to Ocala, Florida.
She is survived by her...
Joan Elizabeth Walter
June 17, 2025
JOAN ELIZABETH WALTER
FULTON — Joan Elizabeth Walter, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, after an extended and courageous battle with dementia.
Joan was born on September 12, 1938, in Paterson, New Jersey, to John and Jeannette Leonard. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education and went on to complete a Master’s degree in Reading, which served her well...
Jacob Cole Hudson
June 13, 2025
Skyline Community--Jacob Cole Hudson passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 13, 2025 at his home. A lifelong Lee County resident, Jacob was born March 22, 2000 the son of Gena Cunningham Bailey and Mark Hudson. He was a graduate of Saltillo High School and went on to earn his Associates Degree in Nursing from Itawamba Community College. Jacob served families...
Brenda Hardin
June 13, 2025
Brenda Kay Spier Hardin, 85, of Tupelo, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, at the Griffis House in Tupelo.
Brenda was born on April 4, 1940, in Helena, Arkansas, to Tandy Earl Spier and Catherine Sharpe Spier. She later moved to Greenwood, Mississippi, where she graduated from Greenwood High School and met her husband to be Jim Hardin. They...
Murl E. Ford
June 12, 2025
Tupelo- Murl Edwin Ford, 89, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025, at The Manor in Tupelo. Murl was born October 14, 1935, in Tremont to Edward and Lila Bell Ford.
Murl proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 21 years, retiring in 1975 after a distinguished career that included service during the Vietnam War. Following his military...
Betty Sue Bass
June 11, 2025
Saltillo—Betty Sue Bass passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Sanctuary Hospice House after a lengthy illness. She was 81 years old. Longtime resident of Saltillo, Betty Sue was born December 18, 1943, to the Rev. Cecil Bass and Mary Kathryn McCollum Bass. For 15 years, she worked at Daybrite Lighting, serving in many areas and capacities, always willing...
Donnie Smith
June 10, 2025
DONNIE SMITH
BLUE SPRINGS – Donnie Farris Smith, age 68, passed away after an extended illness on June 10, 2025. He was born on December 25, 1956, to Don and Ada Smith.
A proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Donnie served his country honorably as a Lance Corporal stationed in Okinawa. His service was cut short when he was medically discharged due to...
Chasney Glass
June 9, 2025
MOOREVILLE – Chasney Glass, 48, passed away on June 9, 2025. Born on February 15, 1977, in Amory, Mississippi, to Kenneth Gilmore and Brenda Jernigan, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family, faith, and community.
Chasney was a dedicated restaurant manager whose warmth and hard work touched everyone she worked with. Outside of her professional life, she was...
Anita Posey
June 8, 2025
ANITA POSEY
OKOLONA – Anita Posey, age 58, passed away on June 8, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1966, to Ray and Carol Posey.
Anita was a vibrant spirit who lived life fully and on her own terms. She had a deep love for the outdoors—riding four-wheelers, hunting (especially deer), and casting a line on peaceful fishing trips. Her adventurous...
Zak Coats
June 4, 2025
ZAKARY PAUL COATS
SALTILLO- Zakary Paul Coats, age 43, passed away on June 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, loving father, loyal son, and cherished friend, Zak leaves behind a legacy of deep love, lasting memories, and unwavering faith.
Zak was born on November 25, 1981, to Ricky Coats and Celia Lindley in Red Bay, Alabama....
Clyde Porter
June 3, 2025
ENDVILLE – Clyde Clement Porter Jr., a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, respected builder, and faithful servant of God, passed away suddenly on June 3, 2025, at the age of 86.
Born on September 15, 1938, in New Albany, Mississippi, Clyde was the son of the late Clyde Clement Porter and Vivian Grace Wilson. He spent the majority of his...
David Cantrell
June 3, 2025
DAVID CANTRELL
Saltillo – David Rodney Cantrell, 69, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital, following an extended illness. Born on June 22, 1955, to the late Clarence John “Hoppy” Cantrell and Frances Ruth Robbins Cantrell, he lived a life rooted in family, faith, and simple joys.
A lifelong Mississippian and proud resident of Saltillo for over 40...
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