Obituary Listing

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. 

Shelby Jean Day

Oct 29, 2024

Celebrating the Life of Shelby Jean Day

As the vibrant hues of autumn whisper their farewell, we gather to honor the life of Shelby Jean Day, a cherished woman who graced this world with her presence for 86 radiant years. Born on April 11, 1938, in the heart of Tennessee, Shelby-Jean peacefully departed from this earth on October 29, 2024, in...

Judy Ann Whitehead

Oct 23, 2024

Judith (Judy) Ann Whitehead, a beloved member of the community, passed away on October 23, 2024, in New Albany, MS, at the age of 79. She was born on April 29, 1945, in Tupelo, MS, and leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication. 

Judy led a fulfilling life, devoting herself to her family and community. As a loving mother...

Helen Jordan

Oct 5, 2024

Mrs. Helen Virginia Jordan (Huddy), age 81, passed away on October 5, 2024.

Helen was born in Tippah County MS to Lee Burton Robinson and Dovie Robinson. Helen married James David Jordan of Union County MS.

Helen enjoyed time with family and friends whether in person or on the phone, watching Days of Our Lives, shopping, trips to Tunica, and time with...

LILLIE RYDER

Sep 27, 2024

Lillie Ryder, a beloved member of the New Albany community,  passed away peacefully on September 27 2024, at the age of 71, Born on October 08, 1952, in New Albany, Mississippi, Lillie was a kind and gentle soul whose impact on her friends and family will be felt for years to come.

Lillie had a deep passion for animals and an...

Jennie Bell

Sep 24, 2024

Jennie Brown Bell

2/22/1941 - 9/24/2024

Jennie Bell of New Albany, MS passed on from this Earth Tuesday, September 24th at North Mississippi Medical Center-Tupelo after battling a long term illness. She was 83.

Jennie leaves behind her beloved husband Rex Bell of 13 years and her children Warren Brown and Theresa Simmons.

She was preceded in...