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Blue Springs Margie Lease 1939 — 2024 Margie S. Lease, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at the NMMC. Margie enjoyed attending the Columbus Pig Fest and being a member of the Pilot's Club and the Civitan's Club. She loved nature, life and spending time with her family and her three dogs. She retired from WCBI and was a member of Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church. Funeral services will be at Waters Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 2;00 p. m. with Pastor Sims Meredith officiating. Burial will be in Zion Hill Cemetery. She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Swann Dickerson of the Camp Creek Community; son, Roger Lee Lease (Melissa Brewer) of Fulton; sister, Ruby Nell Swann Surratt of Blair Community;...

Saltillo Noel David Turner 1944 — 2024 Noel David Turner II, age 79, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at Traceway Retirement Community. He was born July 22, 1944 in Talladega, Alabama to Noel David Turner Sr. and Mary Morris Turner Jones. After his high school graduation, he began his career in trucking, retiring as logistics manager in the furniture industry. Noel also had a career in the Army National Guard from which he retired after many years of service. Earlier in his life, Noel was an avid runner of marathons and enjoyed gardening. He was married to Verna Lee Turner and they enjoyed 57 years of marriage before her passing in 2021. Noel was a dedicated member of Faith Baptist Church in Saltillo. He leaves behind...

Tupelo, MS Magnolia Phyfer 1945 — 2024 TUPELO, MS Magnolia Phyfer ,79, died June 14, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Grayson-Porter's Mortuary.

Tupelo Judy Diane Zinn 1953 — 2024 TUPELO Judy Diane Zinn ,70, died June 13, 2024, at Sanctuary hospice house in Tupelo . Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by N.L. Jones.

Belden, MS Danny Vance 1947 — 2024 BELDEN, MS Danny Vance ,77, died June 13, 2024, at his residence in Belden, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Serenity Funeral Home .

Belden David Bostick 1965 — 2024 David Bostick, age 59, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024 at his home in Belden. He was born January 19, 1965 in Natchez, the son of G.T. Bostick and Doris Sheppard Bostick Lee. His family moved to the Lee County area when he was an infant. David graduated from Mooreville High School in 1983. He worked in sales for Williams Equipment and Supply for many years. He was a member of West Main Church of Christ. David loved the outdoors and would rather be outside regardless of the weather. He enjoyed fishing and gardening, but his family and grandchildren brought him the greatest joy. David leaves behind his three daughters, Kimberly Bridges (Justin) of Booneville, Mandi Nichols (Nick)...

RED BAY, AL Dolores Ann Thompson Sparks 1946 — 2024 RED BAY, AL -- Dolores Ann Thompson Sparks , 77, passed away Thursday, Jun 13, 2024, in Red Bay, AL. at her residence Services will be at Monday, June 17, 1 p.m. at Red Bay First United Methodist Church Visitation will be at Sunday, June 16, 5-8 p.m. at Deaton Funeral Home, Red Bay, AL and she will lie in state Monday, June 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the church.

New Albany, MS Jasmine Nicole Mosley 1997 — 2024 NEW ALBANY, MS Jasmine Nicole Mosley ,26, died June 12, 2024, at Baptist Memorial in New Albany, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Serenity Funeral Home .

Tupelo Mary A. Osborne 1959 — 2024 TUPELO Mary A. Osborne ,65, died June 12, 2024, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Agnew and Sons Funeral Home of Verona .

Pontotoc Robert James Smith Sr. 1941 — 2024 PONTOTOC Robert James Smith Sr. ,83, died June 12, 2024, at NMMC in Pontotoc. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Waters Funeral Home .

Tupelo Lisa Morgan 1969 — 2024 Lisa Joy Morgan was born on August 27th, 1969, in Newport News, Virginia. She was the daughter of Robert Barksdale and Patricia Bowen, both of Tennessee. Lisa left her earthly home on June 12th, 2024, at Sanctuary Hospice in Tupelo. She is preceded in death by her parents and her son, Erik Blake Thornton. She is survived by her daughter, Leila Mashburn Keel (John), her two brothers, Robert Morgan (Lisa) and Jerry Morgan (Trisha), her two grandchildren, Austin Thornton and Charlotte Keel, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends that loved her like family. Lisa was a loving and generous Mother and Grandmother. She was kind and funny and had a headstrong spirit that lives on in her...

Pontotoc Robert J. Smith Sr. 1941 — 2024 PONTOTOC -- Robert J. Smith Sr. , 83, passed away Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024, in Tupelo . at NMMC Services will be at Waters Funeral Home for a private memorial. at Baldwyn

Marietta Dallas Yearber 1940 — 2024 Dallas T. Yearber, age, 83, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the NMMC. Dallas retired from Super Sagless, enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, crossword puzzles and gardening. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and he was a member of Marietta Church of Christ. Funeral services will be held at Waters Funeral Home on Friday, June 14, 2024 @ 2:00 p. m. with Bro. Tony Brown officiating. Burial will be in Stephens Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Pam Yearber of Marietta; daughter, Chandra Hisaw (Sam) of Altitude; son, Kevin Yearber of Marietta; grandchildren, Savannah Hisaw and Ella Kate Hisaw. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Rubean Wright...

Nettleton Leonard Conn 1928 — 2024 NETTLETON Leonard Conn ,95, died June 12, 2024, at NMMC in Amory. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by E E Pickle Funeral Home .

Amory Danny Baughn 1959 — 2024 AMORY Danny Baughn ,64, died June 12, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by E E Pickle Funeral Home .

Marietta Dallas T. Yearber 1940 — 2024 MARIETTA -- Dallas T. Yearber , 83, passed away Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024, in Tupelo. at NMMC Services will be at Friday, June 14, 2024 @ 2:00 p.m. at Waters Funeral Home Visitation will be at Friday from noon until 2:00 p.m. Waters Funeral Home .

Laws Hill, MS Ivory Kinard, Sr. 1950 — 2024 LAWS HILL, MS Ivory Kinard, Sr. ,74, died June 12, 2024, at Baptist Desoto Hospital in Southaven, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Serenity Funeral Home .

Hickory Flat, MS Lena Taylor 1956 — 2024 HICKORY FLAT, MS Lena Taylor ,67, died June 12, 2024, at her residence in Hickory Flat, MS. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Serenity Funeral Home .

Mooreville Sadie Downs 2006 — 2024 -A beautiful, dashing young lady full of energy, determination and promise fought a courageous battle with cancer for well over a year and half. Sadie Aileen "Mae Mae" Downs won her victory through death on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis. Sadie had just turned 18 four days before. Born in Tupelo on June 7, 2006 to Shanna Ellis Downs and David G. Downs, II, she was a lifelong Lee County native and lived in the same home in the Mooreville area all her life. Sadie graduated from Mooreville High School on Sat., May 18, 2024 as an honors graduate. Very studious and athletic, Sadie enjoyed all sports and was an active participant in the soccer,...

Saltillo, Mississippi Mary Logan 1933 — 2024 Mary Irene Taylor Logan passed on to her heavenly home on June 11, 2024, at her home in Saltillo after an extended illness at the age of 90. Her daughter and son were holding her hands as she passed away. She was born October 19, 1933 to James Riley Taylor Sr. and Francis Ione Chapman Taylor in Greenwood, Mississippi and raised in Sidon, Mississippi with seven brothers and sisters: Janie Cordella Taylor Potter, James Riley Taylor, Jr., Harris P. Taylor, Archie Taylor, Allen Taylor, Mardis Taylor, and Trudy Taylor. Ms. Logan married the love of her life Roy Logan on Easter Sunday, April 1, 1956 after graduating Draughon School of Business. She worked as executive secretary for 38 years at...

Mooreville Sadie Downs 2006 — 2024 MOOREVILLE -- Sadie Downs , 18, passed away Tuesday, Jun 11, 2024, in Memphis. at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Services will be at 12 PM Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the Mooreville High School gymnasium Visitation will be at the gym from 4 PM to 7 PM on Friday, June 14, 2024 and from 11 AM to service time on Saturday.

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