Cecil Wayne Sowell
Nov 8, 2026
Cecil Wayne Sowell, (83), went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 8, 2026. Cecil was born to the late Leland and Anita Glenn Sowell on November 16, 1942 at Love, MS in the home of his grandfather Clyde Webb Glenn. He graduated in 1960 from Treadwell High School in Memphis. A 1964 honors graduate of Auburn University,...
Brayan Llamas
Nov 2, 2026
Brayan Llamas, of Southaven, Mississippi, passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 25.
Born on December 17, 2000, in Southaven, Brayan was a son, brother, father, and friend whose presence was deeply woven into the lives of those around him. He attended Lake Cormorant High School in Lake Cormorant, Mississippi, and carried with him a strong devotion to...
Vernon Keith Blackwelder
Nov 2, 2026
Vernon Keith Blackwelder, lovingly known as “Stump,” passed away on November 2, 2026, at his home. He was born on January 3, 1952, in Bruce, Mississippi, and lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a genuine love for family, friends, and the games and places that brought people together.
A graduate of Hillcrest High School in Memphis, Tennessee, Class...
Ola Brown Anderson
Oct 30, 2026
Ola Brown Anderson, of Southaven, Mississippi, passed away on October 30, 2026, at her home. She was born on March 21, 1935, in Conway, Arkansas, and lived a life marked by resilience, warmth, and a spirit that drew others in.
She worked as a store clerk at Wal-Mart, bringing to her work the same steady dedication that shaped every part of...
Joni Elizabeth Sims Finley
Oct 29, 2026
Joni Elizabeth Sims Finley, 64, passed away on October 29, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Dallas, Texas, where she had been living. Born on November 23, 1961, Joni will be remembered with love for the warmth she brought to her family and for the unmistakable spirit that made her so memorable to those who knew her.
Joni was a homemaker...
Michael Edward “Eddie” McAlister
Oct 29, 2026
Michael Edward McAlister, affectionately known as Eddie, passed away on October 29, 2026, after a car accident. He was born on February 26, 1954, in Memphis, Tennessee, and carried through his life a steady, hardworking spirit that was evident to all who knew him.
For most of his career, Eddie worked as a self-employed carpenter, a calling that reflected both skill...
Lionel Wade "Beau" Simmons
Oct 27, 2026
Lionel Wade “Beau” Simmons passed away on October 27, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born on November 21, 1973, in Memphis, Tennessee, and will be remembered as a devoted family man, a faithful friend, and a steady, respected presence in the lives of all who knew him.
Beau graduated from Southaven High School with the Class of...
Mary Johnson Smith
Oct 26, 2026
Mary Johnson Smith, of Hernando, Mississippi, passed away on October 26, 2026, at Senatobia Healthcare & Rehab. She was born on January 20, 1929, in Pontotoc, Mississippi, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her work and to those she loved.
Mary graduated from Algoma High School in Pontotoc, Mississippi. She later worked in sales and customer service at...
Archie Leon Phipps Jr.
Oct 24, 2026
Archie Leon Phipps Jr., 90, of Hernando, Mississippi, passed away at his home on October 24, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on April 7, 1936, in McComb, Mississippi, Archie built a life marked by devotion to his family, steady hard work, and deep faith. He graduated from McComb High School in the Class of 1954 and, after high school, joined...
Stephanie Leigh Short
Oct 18, 2026
Stephanie Leigh Short, 67, passed away on October 18, 2026, at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, Mississippi.
Born on January 12, 1959, Stephanie lived a life marked by compassion, devotion, and quiet generosity. She graduated from Chamberlain-Hunt Academy in Port Gibson, Mississippi, with the Class of 1977, and continued her education at Delta State University. She went on to become a...
Betty Faye Mayes
Oct 17, 2026
Betty Faye Mayes, passed away on October 17, 2026, at the age of 86. She was born on July 30, 1940, in Pocahontas, Tennessee, and will be remembered with love for the life she built, the family she cherished, and the quiet joys that meant so much to her.
Betty was a retired retail clerk whose working years included Kays Bakery,...
Gina Renae Russell
Oct 16, 2026
Gina Renae Russell, known to many as Renae, passed away on October 16, 2026, at her home in Southaven, Mississippi. She was born on May 22, 1962, in Spokane, Washington, and will be remembered with love by all who knew her.
Renae built a life marked by hard work, care for others, and the simple joys that brought people together. She...
Blake Cameron Burke
Oct 15, 2026
Blake Cameron Burke, of Southaven, Mississippi, passed away on October 15, 2026, at the age of 31. Born on July 31, 1995, in Memphis, Tennessee, Blake lived with a spirit that brought joy to those around him and left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Blake graduated from Olive Branch High School and went on to serve his country...
Jeffrey Lee Griffis
Oct 14, 2026
Jeffrey Lee Griffis, born on May 12, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on October 14, 2026, at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, Mississippi.
Jeffrey was a graduate of South Panola High School in Batesville, Mississippi. He will be remembered with love by those who knew him and by the family who held him close throughout his life.
He was preceded in...
Susan Ann Torrans
Oct 14, 2026
Susan Ann Torrans, of Tunica, Mississippi, passed away on October 14, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Memphis. She was born on September 10, 1974, in Memphis and graduated from Southaven High School in 1993.
Susan’s life was centered on love, family, and caring for those around her. As a devoted mother and homemaker, she found her greatest joy in her children...
Robert Lawrence Ryan
Oct 14, 2026
Robert Lawrence Ryan, 80, known to many simply and affectionately as Bob, passed away peacefully with family by his side on October 14, 2026, at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House in Collierville, Tennessee. He was born on March 29, 1946, in Portsmouth, Virginia, and lived a life marked by devotion to his work, steadfast service, and deep love for those closest...
George Thomas Berryhill Jr.
Oct 13, 2026
George Thomas Berryhill, Jr., 90, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at Shepherd Hospice in Southaven, Mississippi. He was born on June 28, 1936, in Memphis, Tennessee.
George lived a life defined by hard work, service, and devotion to his family. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, carrying that spirit of dedication and...
Courtney Blair Lambert
Oct 11, 2026
Courtney Blair Lambert, born May 13, 1979, in Houma, Louisiana, passed away on October 11, 2026. She lived life to the fullest, cared deeply for others, and loved her friends and family with her whole heart. Those who knew Courtney will remember a woman whose warmth and devotion were felt in the everyday moments she shared with the people she...
Mildred Louise Marr
Oct 11, 2026
Mildred Louise Marr, 97, of Eudora, Mississippi, passed away on October 11, 2026, at her home with family by her side. She was born on July 11, 1929, in Cherry Valley, Arkansas, and lived a long life marked by faith, tenderness, and deep love for her family.
Mildred was a devoted homemaker for most of her life, caring faithfully for those...
Pamela Sue Jenkins
Oct 10, 2026
Pamela Sue Jenkins, 66, passed away on October 10, 2026, at Diversicare of Southaven. She was born on October 7, 1960, in Springfield, Missouri, and lived a life marked by devotion to family, a warm spirit, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.
Pamela graduated from Mulberry High School in Mulberry, Arkansas. Through the years, she worked as a waitress...