OBITUARIES

Mary Catherine Kilgore

Mary Catherine Kilgore

Feb 9, 2024

Mary Catherine Kilgore, 70, beloved wife, daughter, and friend, passed away on February 9, 2024, at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. She was born on October 21, 1953, in Bruce - Calhoun County - MS to her loving parents, Less Tillman (Father) and Nellie Heavrey (Mother). Mary's dedication to her family and unwavering kindness will be deeply...

Jerry Dale Dunlap

Jerry Dale Dunlap

Feb 6, 2024

Jerry Dale Dunlap, 66,  a husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He was born in Amory - Monroe County - MS on October 28, 1957, to his loving parents, the late T.C. Dunlap and the late Alene Wells.

Throughout his life, Jerry touched the hearts of...

James Edward "P I" Ware

James Edward "P I" Ware

Feb 5, 2024

James Edward Ware, 83, lovingly known as "P I," passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Mississippi. He was born on November 13, 1940, in Aberdeen, Monroe County, Mississippi. James was a beloved son of the late James A. Ware and the late Georgia Mae Oliver.

James led a remarkable life that touched the hearts...

Michael Anthony Judenary

Michael Anthony Judenary

Feb 3, 2024

Michael Anthony Judenary, 48, a beloved son, friend, and retired veteran of the United States Navy, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Malcolm Randall Department of Veterans Administration Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida. He was born on February 17, 1975, in Webster County, Mississippi. Michael's life was filled with dedication and service to his country, and his...

Andra Dobbs

Andra Dobbs

Feb 3, 2024

Andra Dobbs, 45, born on July 22, 1978, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Aberdeen, MS. He was the beloved son of Calvin E. Dobbs and Lessie Mae Parker - Dobbs.

Andra will be remembered for the impact he made on the lives of those around him. He brought joy and happiness to...

Hiawatha Hall

Hiawatha Hall

Feb 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce passing of Hiawatha "Whop" Hall, 76, on  Saturday,  February 3, 2024, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, whose impact will be remembered by all those who were fortunate enough to have known her.

Born on April 9, 1947, in Aberdeen - Monroe County...

Marblen Clay

Marblen Clay

Jan 30, 2024

Marblen Clay, 72, born on September 5, 1951, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the West Point Community Living Center in West Point, MS. 

Marblen's life will be celebrated through two memorable events. The visitation will take place on Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the...

Frances Mae Vasser

Frances Mae Vasser

Jan 27, 2024

Frances Mae Vasser, 71, was born on September 1, 1952, in Monroe County, Mississippi. She was the beloved daughter of the late Jimmy McMillian and the late Idella Holliday. Frances passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Tupelo Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Tupelo, MS.

Frances was a woman of immense grace and kindness. Her presence lit up every...

Sherry Blanchard

Sherry Blanchard

Jan 25, 2024

Sherry Blanchard, 58, beloved daughter, friend, and member of the community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Sherry was born on April 30, 1965, in Aberdeen - Monroe County, Mississippi. She was the cherished daughter of  the late Elbert Blanchard and Mary Alice Hoskins.

Sherry's life will be remembered and celebrated through...

Timothy Lynn Trimble

Timothy Lynn Trimble

Jan 18, 2024

Timothy Lynn Trimble,63, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Personal Place Assisted Living in Aberdeen, Mississippi. It is with great sadness that we announce the departure of this remarkable individual who touched the lives of many.

 Timothy was born on September 30, 1960, in Hamilton, Monroe County, Mississippi. He was the son of...

Jimmy Allen Smith, Sr.

Jimmy Allen Smith, Sr.

Jan 14, 2024

Jimmy Allen Smith, Sr., 59, a beloved member of his community, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Jimmy was born on June 12, 1964, in Monroe County, Mississippi. He was the son of the late James Wilson Smith (Father) and the late Ruthie Lee Harrison-Smith (Mother).Jimmy's life will be honored...

Curtis Laval Stroud, Sr.

Curtis Laval Stroud, Sr.

Jan 8, 2024

Curtis Laval Stroud Sr., 65, a beloved husband father, and retired US Army serviceman, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. He was born on October 11, 1958 to James and Barbara Stroud, in Charleston County, South Carolina. Curtis was a man of great character, known for his kindness and dedication to his...

Annie Mae Shaw

Annie Mae Shaw

Jan 7, 2024

Annie Mae Shaw, 87,  known for her kind and gentle soul, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, in Aberdeen, Mississippi. She was born on April 13, 1936, to the late  Abraham and Reabele Lenoir. Annie Mae was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend who touched the lives of many with her compassion and warmth.Annie Mae will be fondly...

Ada Bee Harris

Ada Bee Harris

Jan 6, 2024

Ada Bee Harris, 88, a beloved mother, daughter, and, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Diversicare in Amory, MS. She was born on May 30, 1935 in Hamilton, Monroe County, MS to her loving parents, the late Johnny Harris and Essie Gordon.Ada had a kind and gentle spirit that touched the lives of all those who had the...

Exia Mae Westbrooks

Exia Mae Westbrooks

Jan 6, 2024

Exia Mae Westbrooks, 80, born on December 8, 1943, in Becker - Monroe County, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo. Exia was the beloved daughter of the late Frank Buford Westbrooks II and the late Josie Mae Moore. She brought immense joy and happiness to their lives and was cherished by them throughout...

Earnest Ewing

Earnest Ewing

Jan 3, 2024

Earnest Ewing, 84, born on April 12,1939, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, in his hometown of Prairie, Mississippi. He was surrounded by his loved ones in his final moments. Earnest will be dearly missed by his family and friends, who knew him as a loving husband, devoted father, and cherished member of the community.Born and raised in...

Harold Ray Gilbert

Harold Ray Gilbert

Jan 1, 2024

Harold Ray Gilbert, 64, a beloved father, brother, son, and friend, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024, at Northwest Regional Health in Winfield, AL. He was born on June 13, 1959, in Jasper - Walker County - Alabama. Harold was known for his kind heart, genuine nature, and unwavering love for his family.Harold's life will be celebrated through two...

Jimmie Joe Bradford

Jimmie Joe Bradford

Jan 1, 2024

Jimmie Joe Bradford, 78, a loving husband, dedicated father, and esteemed member of the United States Marine Corps, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 1, 2024, at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He was born on November 24, 1945, in Athens - Monroe County, MS, to his proud parents Joe and Roseanna Bradford.With great sadness, we the loss...

Rosie Lee Thomas

Rosie Lee Thomas

Dec 30, 2023

Rosie Lee Thomas, 86, born on November 15,1937, in Lee, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Pontotoc Health & Rehabilitation Center in Pontotoc, MS. Rosie was a cherished daughter of Will and Mary Thomas. She grew up alongside her sisters Bertha Scott and Lizzie Cherry Dandridge, as well as her brothers Willie B. Thomas, A.C....

Earl V. Hoskins

Earl V. Hoskins

Dec 26, 2023

Earl V. Hoskins, 73, born on September 16, 1950, in Aberdeen - Monroe County, MS, has sadly passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, in New York, NY. He is preceded in death by his late father George Hoskins and late mother Elizabeth Sykes.Earl led a remarkable life filled with cherished moments and touched the lives of many around him....