Wells Funeral Home and Cremation Services / Forrest Memorial Park

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11/28/2025

View Lamar Barker's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/28/2025

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Creative expression is a strong and effective tool when grieving the loss of a loved one. Some people like to journal or...
11/28/2025

Creative expression is a strong and effective tool when grieving the loss of a loved one. Some people like to journal or paint, but did you know that coloring is also an effective option? Check out this list of 10 adult coloring books focused on grief and loss and decide if coloring might be a good choice for you!

Are you looking for a way to creatively express your grief? Then an adult coloring book focused on grief might be for you. Click for more!

This Thanksgiving, may your day be filled with joyful laughter, family traditions, and all the delicious treats of the s...
11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, may your day be filled with joyful laughter, family traditions, and all the delicious treats of the season! What are you most thankful for this year?

The “mom stare” isn’t just for kids; apparently, it works on animals as well! Dive into this adorable story about Mars t...
11/26/2025

The “mom stare” isn’t just for kids; apparently, it works on animals as well! Dive into this adorable story about Mars the hippo and his mom by clicking the link!

Pygmy hippo Mars didn’t listen to the zoo caretaker when play time in the pool was over, so his mom, Posie, had to step in.

11/24/2025

Does it feel like your joy, your happiness, your thankfulness are overshadowed by feelings of grief and sadness? You’re ...
11/21/2025

Does it feel like your joy, your happiness, your thankfulness are overshadowed by feelings of grief and sadness? You’re not alone. It’s normal and natural to feel down and a little lost following the death of someone you love. But grief won’t steal your joy forever. Click the link to learn more.

Does it feel like grief is stealing your joy and thankfulness? If so, check out these three things to remember when positivity is elusive.

11/19/2025

View James Lawrence "Jimmy" Childs's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Are you planning to host a cozy Thanksgiving this year? These 13 festive finds are perfect for smaller gatherings—and th...
11/19/2025

Are you planning to host a cozy Thanksgiving this year? These 13 festive finds are perfect for smaller gatherings—and they’re sure to make your taste buds happy! 🥧

Hosting a small Thanksgiving dinner this year? Make the holiday special with these delicious recipes for classic dishes, without too many leftovers.

11/15/2025

View Rebecca "Becky" Howell's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/15/2025

View Bobby S. Woodruff's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

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Batesville, MS
38606

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How it all began..

In 1965 Tommy Wells started working with C.O. Pate Funeral Home in Senatobia, MS. He attended the Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science in 1967 and 1968. When he left Dallas as a graduate, he also left with his bride, having met and fallen in love with Dottie, a Baylor nursing graduate. The Wells then moved to Columbus where he worked with Gunter and Holmes (now Gunter and Peel) Funeral Home until he decided to open his own business in Batesville in 1978. In 1978 the family business began in a rented building on Hwy 51 north and by 1988 a decision was made to build a building because business had grown so much that parking and square footage was an obsticle in the thriving family business. On land made available by Francis Seale, a secretary and hostess for The Wells Family, the cinder block facility became reality. In July 1988 a 7,180 square foot facility was erected on Hwy 35 north. Chris Wells, the younger son, was always interested in funeral work, so after graduation from Magnolia Heights in 1991, he enrolled in the Mortuary Science School at Northwest Community College and earned his degree in Mortuary Science in 1992. Chris holds his license with the Mississippi State Board of Funeral Service.