Area Obituaries

Vernon Paul Bratcher, Sr. BATESVILLE – Vernon Paul Bratcher, Sr., age 77, left this life to join the Lord on November 30, 2024. He leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Donna Faye Bratcher. He is also survived by his sons, Vernon Paul Bratcher, Jr. and his wife, Wanda Bratcher, Edward Jay “EJ” Bratcher and…

Betty Jean Mize PARIS – At the age of 84, Betty Jean Lee Mize was received into the arms of God Almighty on the afternoon of Wednesday, November 13, 2024, and is presently walking the beautiful, celestial streets of heaven arm-in-arm with her Savior and celebrating her reunion with all who have gone on before.…

Bryce Thomas Cook WATER VALLEY – In loving memory of Bryce Thomas Cook, who passed away on Nov. 9, 2024, his family and friends will come together to celebrate his life and honor his memory. Born Aug. 25, 2022, in Memphis, Bryce brought joy and love to all who knew him during his brief time…

Bobby Lynn Adams WATER VALLEY – Bobby Lynn Adams passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, November 8, 2024, in Water Valley. He was 87. Bobby was born in Water Valley on December 10, 1936, to Joseph Winfred Adams and Lela Lestine Laughlin. He graduated from Water Valley High School in…

Odis Jean Jones COFFEEVILLE – Odis Jean Jones, 94, of Coffeeville passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at her residence. She was born December 16, 1929 in Yalobusha County to Charles Otis and Eula Langham Terrell. Odis Jean spent a lifetime in service to others as she worked as a registered nurse. She lovingly cared…

Linda Faye Bell WATER VALLEY – Linda Faye Bell departed this life on October 27, 2024. She was born on April 5, 1956, to Jewel “Boots” Bell and Bula Faye McCain. After graduating from Water Valley High School, Linda dedicated 33 years of her career as a CNA at Yalobusha General Hospital. Additionally, she spent…

Robert E Moore WATER VALLEY – Robert E. Moore, 93, of Water Valley died Saturday, October 19, at the State Veterans Home in Oxford . Born Dec. 27, 1930, he was the son of Robert Enloe Moore, Sr. and Lurline Buckner Moore Lambert. Robert worked for Memphis Light, Gas and Water Company, retiring in 1978.…

Kenneth Wayne Arbuckle TILLATOBA – Kenneth Wayne “Ken” Arbuckle, 62, of Tillatoba passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – North Mississippi in Oxford. He was born August 29, 1962 in Grenada to Jamie Hamp and Doris Ferguson Arbuckle. Ken had spent most of his working life as a paint contractor. He…

Lorene White McCollins NEW YORK – Lorene White McCollins transitioned from earth to glory on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024, and is now worshipping around the throne of Jesus. Born on February 9, 1924, in Water Valley, she was the fourth child born to Leonard White, Sr. and Addie Manuel White. She and her seven siblings spent…

Bruce E. Cox FLORENCE – Bruce E. Cox, 78, of Florence, passed away on September 22, 2024. He was a cherished individual known for his kind, loving, caring and humorous personality. Bruce lived a life filled with tremendous passion and service toward others. He grew up in Water Valley and graduated from Water Valley High…