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New Albany, MS Obituaries
Local Obituaries for New Albany, MS, Union County, & Surrounding Areas
Carolyn Dye
Apr 16, 2025
Carolyn Dye, born on March 13, 1947, in Mississippi, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at Magnolia Place in New Albany, MS, at the age of 78. A long-time resident of New Albany, Carolyn was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her warm spirit and caring heart.
Carolyn worked at Masterbilt until retirement and then took care...
Myra Bethea Lazenby
Apr 5, 2025
Myra Bethea Lazenby, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Montgomery, Alabama, at the age of 81. Born on September 14, 1943, in Alabama, Myra dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren, instilling in them the values of love, kindness, and perseverance.
She is survived by her two cherished daughters, Tina Waldrop...
Ulala Fortner
Mar 25, 2025
Ulala "Gigi" Bagwell Fortner, a woman of tireless hands and unwavering spirit, passed peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. At the age of 95 years, 2 weeks, and 1 day, she departed in the loving presence of her living son, Harold Lloyd Kelley.
Born in New Albany, Mississippi on March 10, 1930 to Wiley Van Bagwell and Mary Ethel Gray Bagwell,...
Howard Allen Jenkins
Mar 5, 2025
Howard Allen Jenkins, 87, of Columbus, MS (New Hope community), passed away peacefully at home, embraced by the love of his family, on March 5, 2025. Howard Allen Jenkins was born on August 24, 1937, in Kosciusko, MS, to Frank W. Jenkins and Tommie Ellington Jenkins. He spent most of his childhood on the Jenkins Farm near McAdams, MS, where...
Dorothy Mardis
Feb 19, 2025
Dorothy Jean Mardis, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on February 19, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on March 21, 1960, in Booneville, Mississippi, Dorothy loved deeply and unconditionally leaving a lasting impact on everyone she cherished.
Dorothy’s fondest memories were always spent with family. She loved...
Charles "Eddie" Medlin
Feb 15, 2025
Charles "Eddie" Medlin, aka Head, 70, passed away on February 15, 2025, in New Albany, MS.
Eddie was born on June 26, 1954, in Aurora, IL, to Houston Medlin and Betty Smith.
Eddie graduated from W.P. Daniel High School in 1972. He served a few years in the U.S. Navy, before starting his life-long career in furniture manufacturing.
Eddie met his first wife,...
Linda Jean Sloan
Feb 2, 2025
Linda Jean Sloan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother (Granny), and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, at the age of 79 Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto County, Southaven Mississippi.
Born on August 20, 1945, in Union County, Mississippi, Linda was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of all those who knew her. Remembered for her vibrant spirit and warm...
Norma Thompson
Jan 24, 2025
Mrs. Norma Thompson passed away peacefully on Friday January 24, 2025, at New Albany Health and Rehab.
She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana.
She is survived by her son Joe Thompson, 2 grandchildren Evan Leach and Dustin Thompson.
She is preceded in death by her parents Joseph Floret and Virginia Floret and her daughter Linda Leach.
There will be a small graveside service...
Gary "Mike" Lancaster
Jan 20, 2025
Gary "Mike" Lancaster, 73, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on January 20, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi.
Mike Lancaster was born on June 26, 1951, in Tupelo, Mississippi, to Robert James Lancaster and Hazel Hortense Lancaster.
Mike graduated from Itawamba Agricultural High School in 1969, then went on to play baseball at Itawamba Community College and later continued his education at...
Gladys Prather
Jan 10, 2025
Mrs. Gladys Prather passed away on January 10, 2025.
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Gladys Alene Prather, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who passed away peacefully at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN. Born in New Albany on May 9, 1958, Gladys touched the lives of many through her unwavering faith, compassion, and kindhearted spirit.
As a...
Rodney Weeden
Jan 8, 2025
Rodney Weeden, a beloved father, husband, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center, in Tupelo, MS, at the age of 66. Born on July 23, 1958, in Mississippi, Rodney dedicated much of his life to hard work in the furniture industry, where he was known as a dependable factory worker and a...
Joe Reed
Dec 23, 2024
Joe Dan Reed, a beloved figure in the lives of many, was born on November 13, 1933, in Corinth, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, in New Albany, Mississippi, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of joy that will be celebrated by family and friends.
Mr. Joe legally blind from birth; owned and operated the cafeteria and...
Debra Thompson
Dec 15, 2024
Debra Thompson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024, at her home in New Albany, Mississippi. Born on July 3, 1956, in Amory, Mississippi, Debra lived a life filled with love, warmth, and the kind of magic that she effortlessly shared with everyone around her.
As an Activity Director in assisted living facilities, Debra dedicated...
Betty Dean McNeely
Dec 9, 2024
Betty Dean Jennings McNeely, 78 went to be with her Savior on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born December 11, 1945, in San Francisco, California to Boone and Anna Loyce Gaines Jennings. She was a 1963 graduate of the West Union Attendance Center.
Her favorite pastime was playing basketball for the Lady Eagles and she helped her team win the...
Louis A Poag
Nov 28, 2024
Louis A. Poag was born November 17, 1943, in Bessemer, Alabama to Violet Lorraine Harmon Poag and Francis Eugene Poag, Sr. He attended Leland High School and played various sports including track, basketball, and football where he was the star kicker commonly referred to in the Leland newspaper as the “Golden Toe”. After he graduated high school, he joined the...
Mary Rhea
Nov 19, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Rhea, a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, who peacefully departed this world on November 19, 2024, due to natural causes at her residence in Potts Camp, Mississippi. Born on December 18, 1932, in Pinedale, Mississippi, Mary led a life filled with love and devotion, leaving a profound impact on all...
Jerry Loyd Bennett
Nov 17, 2024
Jerry Loyd Bennett, a beloved figure in both his professional and personal spheres, departed this world on November 16, 2024, leaving behind a legacy woven with compassion, dedication, and love. Born on September 17, 1965, in Memphis, Tennessee, Jerry's journey through life was marked by meaningful connections and an unwavering devotion to those he held dear.
Graduating from Collierville High School,...
Darelina Williams Little Hutson
Nov 4, 2024
Darelina Williams Little Hutson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, at the age of 88 surrounded by her loving family due to an extended illness. Born on November 16, 1935, in Union County, Mississippi, Darelina spent her life dedicated to her family and her passions.
Throughout her life, Darelina found joy in spending time...
James Boyd Sr
Nov 4, 2024
In loving memory of James Winford Boyd Sr.
Born on August 12, 1941, in Belden, Mississippi, James Winford Boyd Sr. passed away on November 4, 2024, at New Albany Health and Rehab, surrounded by his family. He will be dearly missed by his daughter Teressa Potts (James), son James Boyd (Jeana), daughter Melody Medlin (Rickey), sister Marie McKenney, brothers Don, Johnny,...
Joe Aston
Nov 3, 2024
Mr. Joe Aston passed away on November 3,2024 at North Mississippi Medical Center.
Full obit to follow.
Service arrangements incomplete at this time.
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