Obituaries

George Wayne Knox

George Wayne Knox

Oct 4, 2025

George Wayne Knox “Wayne”, a beloved member of the Amory community, passed away on October 4, 2025, at the age of 41. Born on February 7, 1984, in Columbus, MS, Wayne's journey through life was marked by an unwavering passion for justice, a deep love for his family, and an extraordinary dedication to service.

A proud Navy veteran, Wayne served for...

Weda G Stanford

Weda G Stanford

Oct 4, 2025

Weda G. Stanford August 6, 1934 – October 4, 2025

Weda G. Stanford, age 91, of Bartlett, Tennessee, formerly of Amory, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Detroit, Alabama, on August 6, 1934, Weda was the daughter of the late John Melton Jeffreys and Icie May Cantrell Jeffreys. She lived a...

Bill Maxey

Bill Maxey

Oct 3, 2025

Billy Eagle Maxey, Jr. "Bill", passed away Friday, October 3, 2025 in Aberdeen, MS.  He was born to Billy E. Maxey, Sr. and Victoria Ann Lucas Maxey on May 30, 1959, in Dallas, Texas.  He proudly served in the United States Army and worked as a glazier in the glass industry for many years. 

Please keep his family in your thoughts...

Edward C Suggs

Edward C Suggs

Sep 30, 2025

Correction of Services:

Visitation will be held Friday, October 3rd at 11AM at EE Pickle Funeral Home.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, October 3rd at 1PM at EE Pickle Funeral Home.

Edward C. Suggs, known affectionately as Ed, was born on July 29, 1946, in Smithville, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, in Amory, Mississippi, leaving...

Jerry Lynn Franks

Jerry Lynn Franks

Sep 25, 2025

Jerry Lynn Franks, born on August 18, 1972, in Amory, MS, passed away peacefully at his residence in Chicago, Illinois on September 25, 2025. A beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend, Jerry's presence will be profoundly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Jerry dedicated over 20 years to his career in the technology sector, where he...

Carolyn Jean McCoy Bilski

Carolyn Jean McCoy Bilski

Sep 21, 2025

Carolyn Jean McCoy Bilski, born on February 16, 1965, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, departed to her heavenly home on September 21, 2025, in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was a vibrant tapestry of talent and warmth, known to those who loved her as a jack of all trades. A dedicated hairdresser, sewing machine operator, and cook, Carolyn's hands were always busy, crafting...

Sally Mae Prestridge

Sally Mae Prestridge

Sep 16, 2025

Sally Mae Prestridge, age 90, of Terry, MS, passed away on September 16, 2025, in Terry, MS surrounded by the love of her family.

Sally was born on April 19, 1935, in Archibald, LA to John and Mabel Rushing. She graduated from Archibald High School and began her life’s journey as a dedicated homemaker, later serving with integrity as an administrator...

Brandon Bailey

Brandon Bailey

Sep 14, 2025

Brandon Bailey, 45, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025 in Amory, MS.

Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers at this time.

Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Memories and Condolences may be shared with his family at EEPickleFuneralHome.com.

Mabry D Allison Jr.

Mabry D Allison Jr.

Sep 13, 2025

Mabry Davis Allison, Junior passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Mabry known by most in the Wren community as Bro, pronounced “Bruh”, was 89 years old. Mabry was born in Wren, MS on December 28, 1935, to the parents of Mabry Davis Allison, Senior and Eva Mae Allison. He graduated from Nettleton High School in 1953 and attended Itawamba...

Claydeen Allen

Claydeen Allen

Sep 9, 2025

Claydeen Freeman Allen, a cherished member of the community, passed away on September 9, 2025, in Tupelo, Mississippi, at the age of 97. Born on June 29, 1928, in Lowndes County, she exemplified a life dedicated to family, faith, and service.

Claydeen was a 1946 graduate of Caledonia High School, Caledonia, MS. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical...

Vera Lucille Sugg

Vera Lucille Sugg

Sep 8, 2025

Vera Lucille Taylor Sugg

Amory – Vera Lucille Taylor Sugg, 87, of Amory, MS, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025. She was the daughter of J.C. and Alice Taylor of Oxford, MS who preceded her in death as did her husband of 58 years, Joe Sugg and her youngest sister, Barbara Malone. She is survived by sons, Chris Sugg (Dixie)...

Bernice Elois "Lois" Brown Brasfield

Bernice Elois "Lois" Brown Brasfield

Sep 2, 2025

Bernice Elois "Lois" Brown Brasfield, a paragon of love and compassion, departed this earthly realm on September 2, 2025, at NMMC-Amory, leaving behind a legacy that reflects the essence of true humanity, enriched by her unwavering faith and devotion to family. Born on November 15, 1939, in Hamilton, Mississippi, Lois's life was a testament to kindness and unconditional love, extending...

Jerry Sanders

Jerry Sanders

Aug 28, 2025



Jerry Sanders, age 92 of Arrington, TN, formerly Amory, MS, passed away peacefully at home, August 28, 2025. Jerry was born February 1, 1933, to Jesse Thomas and Ludie Estelle (Rollins) Sanders. Jerry graduated from Amory High School and served in the Army from May 1953 to April 1955. He retired from GE Capital in 1990 after 26 years of...

Eric James Smith

Eric James Smith

Aug 28, 2025

Eric James Smith-Hatley, MS

Eric James Smith, passed away at his residence in Hatley on August 28, 2025. 

No services are set at this time. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Please covet his friends and family during this time.

John Wayne "Johnny" Cadden

John Wayne "Johnny" Cadden

Aug 20, 2025

Worship the Lord with gladness, come before Him with joyful songs.

John Wayne “Johnny” Cadden left this life to continue worshiping in the presence of the Lord on August 20, 2025. Johnny was born on November 13, 1938, in Amory, Mississippi to Ernest Carlisle Cadden and Wilma Smith Cadden.

Johnny graduated from Amory High School with the class of 1956. He was...

Dollie Cadden

Dollie Cadden

Aug 15, 2025

Dollie Jewel Cadden, 58, passed away August 15, 2025 at her residence in Amory following a long battle with cancer. She was born on October 8, 1966, in Leland, MS to Ernest “Sonny” and Margaret Smith Cadden.

Dollie was a 1984 graduate of McNairy Central High School in Selmer, Tennessee. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from The...

Don Ray Wall Jr.

Don Ray Wall Jr.

Aug 9, 2025

Don Ray Wall Jr., a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed unexpectedly on August 9, 2025, leaving a profound void in the hearts of those who knew him. Born on January 6, 1974, Don lived a life characterized by his calm and steady demeanor, which endeared him to many.

In his professional life, Don took great pride in his role as...

Eloise "Weesie" C. Hollis

Eloise "Weesie" C. Hollis

Aug 7, 2025

Stella Eloise Cappel Hollis

Amory - Stella Eloise Cappel Hollis was born on May 21, 1931, to Jack Thompson Cappel and Alma Cortrecht Cappel in Alexandria, Louisiana and died on August 7, 2025 in Amory, Mississippi.

Eloise “Weesie” graduated from Bolton High School in Alexandria, Louisiana and furthered her education at Sophie Newcomb Memorial College in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Weesie married Richard Shelton...

Ruby Hairston

Ruby Hairston

Aug 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ruby Hill Hairston

Ruby Hill Hairston, 95, of Amory, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at River Place in Amory, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 6, 1930, to Leona Crosby and Robert Hill, Sr., Ruby lived a long and beautiful life filled with purpose, family, and faith.

A proud graduate of...

James Walden

James Walden

Jul 30, 2025

Amory- James Phillip Walden, 81, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Oak Tree Manor.

Phil, as he was affectionately known for his wild T-shirts, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, laughter, and hanging out in his tool shed. His passing...