OBITUARIES

Joshua Lewis Turner

Joshua Lewis Turner

Sep 19, 2026

Joshua Lewis Turner, 44, born on July 14, 1982, in Grenada, Grenada County, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026. He will be remembered with love and sorrow by those who knew him and by all whose lives were touched by his presence.

Joshua was preceded in death by his father, George Turner, and his mother, Dorothy Conner. Their memory...

Barbara L. Robbins

Barbara L. Robbins

Sep 19, 2026

It is with our heartfelt, most-deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of  Barbara L. Robbins,  79, on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Vineyard Court Nursing Center in Columbus, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Belle Memorial Funeral Home.  For further updates, please go to www.bellememorialfuneralhomes.com 

Frances Ann Andrews

Frances Ann Andrews

Sep 19, 2026

Frances Ann Andrews, 52, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Born on July 3, 1974, in Pontotoc, Pontotoc County, Mississippi, Frances Ann Andrews will be remembered with love by all who knew her. Her life was centered on the people she held dear, and her memory will remain a lasting presence in the...

Lois Jean Dorrough

Lois Jean Dorrough

Sep 14, 2026

Lois Jean Dorrough, 71, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Born on October 28, 1954, in Okolona, Chickasaw County, Mississippi, Lois Jean Dorrough will be remembered with love by those who knew her and shared in her life.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charlie Gunn, and her mother, Essie Lee...

Michelle Denise Little - Whitfield

Michelle Denise Little - Whitfield

Sep 10, 2026

Michelle Denise Little - Whitfield, 61, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was born on October 29, 1964, in Monroe County, Mississippi.

Michelle will be remembered with love by those closest to her. She is survived by her husband, Morrice Whitfield; her sons, Morgan Jamilan Little, Antonio Demarkus Little, Mario Whitfield,...

James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom

James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom

Sep 10, 2026

James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom, 67, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. He was born on August 14, 1959, in Aberdeen, Mississippi, and his life remained closely connected to the community where his story began.

Mr. Ransom will be remembered with love by his family and all who knew him. He leaves behind his...

Teresa Lynnette Hightower

Teresa Lynnette Hightower

Sep 2, 2026

Teresa Lynnette Hightower, 52, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Houlka, Chickasaw County, Mississippi. She was born on November 17, 1973, in Calhoun County, Mississippi.

Teresa will be remembered with love by those closest to her. She is survived by her father, Homer Bean; her mother, Mae Lee Vance - Bean; her daughter, Gitori Hightower; and her brothers, Freddie...

Curley Howard, Jr.

Curley Howard, Jr.

Sep 1, 2026

Curley Howard, Jr., 90, of Aberdeen, Mississippi, passed away on September 1, 2026, in Aberdeen. He was born on September 6, 1935, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi, and spent a long life rooted in the community that was both his birthplace and his home.

Mr. Howard will be remembered with love by his family and by all who knew him. He...

Earnestine Johnson

Earnestine Johnson

Aug 29, 2026

Earnestine Johnson, 70, of Aberdeen, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. She was born on November 22, 1955, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi.

Earnestine will be remembered as a devoted woman whose life reflected faithful service in both her work and her church. She worked as a janitor with Robinson Janitorial, carrying...

Amariontae Kentrale Gates

Amariontae Kentrale Gates

Aug 28, 2026

It is with our heartfelt most-deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of Amariontae Kentrale Gates, 22, on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Amory, MS.  Funeral Service will be held Friday, September 11, 2026 at 1 p.m. at Clark Chapel MB Church in Okolona, MS. The Visitation will be held Friday, September 11, 2026 from 11 am to 1 pm at Clark...

Alyssa Bridgett Vaughn

Alyssa Bridgett Vaughn

Aug 28, 2026

 Alyssa Bridgett Vaughn, 40, departed this life on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Nettleton, Mississippi. She was born on September 2, 1985, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who knew and loved her.

Alyssa was born in Illinois and raised in Nettleton, Mississippi. She was the daughter of Joe Bigby...

Warren Earl Myles, Sr.

Warren Earl Myles, Sr.

Aug 25, 2026

Warren Earl Myles, Sr., 68, was born on June 30, 1958, in Jackson, Hinds County, Mississippi, and passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore in Amory, Mississippi. He lived a life marked by service, strength, and devotion to those he loved.

Mr. Myles served his country with honor in the United States Army, attaining the...

Qynn Sonia Harris

Qynn Sonia Harris

Aug 25, 2026

Qynn Sonia Harris, 50, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. She was born on November 7, 1975, in Houston, Chickasaw County, Mississippi.

Qynn will be remembered with love by those who knew her and by the family who held such an important place in her life. She is survived by her mother, Shirley Bradley-Harris. She also leaves behind her sons,...

Mary Helen Berry

Mary Helen Berry

Aug 21, 2026

With deep respect and loving remembrance, we honor the life of Mary Helen Berry, 77, who passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Born on January 24, 1949, in Tupelo, Lee County, Mississippi, Mary graced the lives of all who knew her with warmth, kindness, and a quiet strength that will long...

Tabatha Ann Rainey - Woods

Tabatha Ann Rainey - Woods

Aug 15, 2026

Tabatha Ann Rainey - Woods, 58, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in her hometown of Amory, Monroe County, Mississippi. She was born on July 15, 1968, in the same close-knit community that nurtured her spirit and inspired the deep roots she maintained throughout her life.

Tabatha's gentle and compassionate nature touched many through both...

Dorothy Mae Donaldson

Dorothy Mae Donaldson

Aug 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Mae Donaldson

With heartfelt love and cherished memories, we honor the beautiful life of Dorothy Mae Donaldson, 72, who passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2026, at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, Mississippi.  Born on December 6, 1953, in Gibson,  Monroe County, Mississippi, Dorothy,  who was affectionately known as "Shump" lived a life filled with love, kindness, devotion,...

Ricky O'Neal Garth

Ricky O'Neal Garth

Aug 13, 2026

Ricky O'Neal Garth, 62, born June 11, 1964, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Saint Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. His passing brings a profound sense of loss to all who knew him and cherished his presence. Ricky's life was rooted in the warmth and community of Aberdeen, where his story began; it was...

Herron Poe

Herron Poe

Aug 12, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF HERRON POE

December 7, 1939 ~ August 12, 2026

Herron Poe, 86, a beloved son, father, and member of the Aberdeen community, departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at the Care Center of Aberdeen in Aberdeen, MS. 

Born on December 7, 1939, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi, to the union of...

Annie Bell Garth

Annie Bell Garth

Aug 11, 2026

With profound respect and deep affection, we honor the life of Annie Bell Garth, 78, who passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Born on February 4, 1948, in Gibson, Monroe County, Mississippi, Annie lived a life rich in love, devotion, and quiet accomplishment.

Annie was the cherished daughter of Willie Lee Lucas (Father) and...

Tyrone Deon Johnson, Sr.

Tyrone Deon Johnson, Sr.

Aug 10, 2026

Tyrone Deon Johnson, Sr., 51, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi. Born on August 29, 1974, in Okolona, Chickasaw County, Mississippi, Tyrone's journey through life was marked by deep connections with family and a legacy that will endure through all who knew and loved him.

Tyrone was the beloved son of Claude Johnson (Father) and Ada...