Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora, MS

01/07/2026

Annie "Ann" Ruth Hamilton Prescott

Annie "Ann" Ruth Hamilton Prescott age 81, passed away at her residence in Eupora, Mississippi on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Ann was born in Belzoni, Mississippi on January 5, 1945, to the late Carl Lee Hamilton and Ruby Inez Lollar Hamilton. Ann worked as a Cafeteria Worker and drove School Bus No. 8 for twenty-nine years for the Webster County School District until retirement. She was a member of Hebron Baptist Church in Webster County, Mississippi. Ann is survived by her two daughters, Anna Marie Prescott and Melinda Gail Prescott both of Eupora, Mississippi; two grandsons, David Ryan Prescott and Clayton Cord Prescott-Gibson also of Eupora, Mississippi; one sister, Dorothy Richardson of Mathiston, Mississippi and a special niece, Patricia Howell. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hugh A. Prescott and both parents, Carl Lee Hamilton and Ruby Inez Lollar Hamilton. Funeral Services for Mrs. Ann will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 12Noon until time for services at 2:00PM. Interment will follow at Hebron Cemetery in Webster County, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services will be held at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel instead of Hebron Cemetery. Rev. Hugh Bland will officiate the services. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Prescott family.

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01/06/2026

Amey Lou Swindoll Strickland

Amey Lou Swindoll Strickland, age 73 passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Diversicare in Eupora, Mississippi. Amey was born on November 17, 1952, in Cumberland, Mississippi to the late Lemon Huey Swindoll and Bessie Sue Dalton Swindoll and was a retired sewing machine operator at Red Cap in Mathiston, Mississippi. Amey is survived by her son, Adam (Jeanette) Strickland of Ackerman, Mississippi; daughter, Lisa (Chris) Lott of Mathiston, Mississippi; ten grandchildren, Chandler (Mary Mae) Strickland, Katlin (Lucas) Bates, Beth (Tucker) Shaw, Matthew (Makiley) Willis, Hunter (Ashley) Hickson, Chasity (J.T.) Moore, Faith (Brittany) Vaughn, Will Lott, Cheyenne (Konner) Tuck and T.J. (Rachael) Hickson; six great grandchildren and four more on the way; one sister, Janice Abbott and an abundance of nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lemon Huey Swindoll and Bessie Sue Dalton Swindoll; brother, Everette Swindoll; her sisters, Bonnie Sills, Bobbie Rutledge, Faye Langford, Bernice Liddell, Sue Williamson and Ann Perrigin. Funeral Services for Mrs. Amey will be held at 1:00PM on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 11:00AM until time for services at 1:00PM at Oliver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Clarkson Cemetery in Webster County, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services will be held at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel instead of Clarkson Cemetery. Bro. Tim Hudson will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Perrigin, Gary Perrigin, Mike Perrigin, Randy Liddell, Timothy Abbott and Wayne Langford. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements.

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01/02/2026

Eunice Salter Turner

Eunice Salter Turner, age 92, of Eupora, MS, passed away on January 1, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center – Eupora, after a lengthy illness. A native of Neshoba County, Mrs. Turner was born March 5, 1933, to John Claude and Emma Lane Salter and was raised in the Arlington Community. She was a graduate of Arlington School and attended East Central Community College. Mrs. Turner had been a resident of Eupora since 1955. She was a retired personnel officer at the Futorian Manufacturing Company in Eupora. Eunice accepted Jesus Christ as her savior at an early age and, as long as her health permitted, was an active member of First Baptist Church of Eupora. She and her husband, Jack, married in 1953 after his return from overseas service in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Together, Eunice and Jack enjoyed their family and church life, traveling, and Mississippi State University athletics, especially basketball and baseball. Mrs. Turner is survived by a daughter, Paula Turner of Tupelo, Mississippi; two granddaughters, Kadie (Dillon) Byrd of Eupora, Mississippi and Callie (Zach) Johnson of Starkville, Mississippi; four great-grandchildren, Emma Kate, Ella, Aniston, and Ava. She is preceded in death by: Her husband of fifty-six years, James H. “Jack” Turner; her son, Russell S. “Russ” Turner and daughter-in-law, Carol Booth Turner of Eupora, Mississippi; her parents, John Claude and Emma Lane Salter of Philadelphia, Mississippi; brothers, Leo W. Salter and Claude J. Salter, both of Philadelphia, Mississippi and sisters, Nell S. Carter of Belzoni, Mississippi and Mavis S. Tingle of Philadelphia, Mississippi. Funeral services for Mrs. Eunice will be held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Monday, January 5, 2026, from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Oliver Funeral Home in Eupora, Mississippi. There will be no visitation on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, prior to the service. Interment will follow the funeral services on Tuesday at Eupora City Cemetery in Eupora, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services will be held at First Baptist Church in Eupora instead of Eupora City Cemetery. Rev. Travis Gray and Sid Salter will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Dillon Byrd, Zach Johnson, Stan Blaylock, Aubrey Holder, Tate Salter, Lloyd Young, Bill Stewart, Jr. and Ricky Hubbard. The family requests that in lieu of flowers all memorial gifts be made to First Baptist Church, Eupora, Building Fund in Mrs. Eunice’s honor. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Turner family.

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12/31/2025

Jesse Walter Betterton

Jesse Walter Betterton age 96, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital Oktibbeha County in Starkville, Mississippi. Jesse was born April 21, 1929, to B. C. "Doc" Betterton and Lily May Hollis Betterton. He was a resident of Columbus, Mississippi for sixty-one years and was a retired bus driver for Continental Trailways/Greyhound Bus Lines. After retiring as a bus driver, he drove for CFC Transportation, of Columbus, Mississippi for several years. Mr. Betterton was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving from 1950 - 1954 and a member of Eupora First Baptist Church in Eupora, Mississippi and also was a member of the Masons. Mr. Betterton is survived by his two children, daughter, Cathy (Ronnie) Miller of Caledonia, Mississippi; son, David Betterton, of Columbus, Mississippi; four grandchildren, Angela (Dan) Laird, Jessica (Taylor) Purtell, Jenna Leigh (Joe) Hawkins and Justin (India) Betterton; ten great-grandchildren, Jordan (Sara) Laird, Hunter Laird, C. J. Laird, Jesse Laird, Layla Purtell, Miller Purtell, Noah Purtell, Legion Hawkins, Silas Hawkins, Lyric Hampton and Jasper Betterton; and one great-great grandchild, Adalia Laird. He is preceded in death by his parents, B.C. "Doc" Betterton and Lily May Hollis Betterton; his loving wife, Ruby Fay Watson Betterton; brother, Leon Betterton; sister, Glenda Norwood; grandson, Joshua Graham Betterton; and one great grandchild, Jase Declan Laird. He loved his family and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and his favorite pastimes at home were reading, whittling and word-working. He was known for his tremendous sense of humor and people enjoyed being around him because he always made them feel welcome and at ease. Graveside Services for Mr. Betterton will be held at 3:00PM on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Embry Cemetery in Webster County, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Sunday, January 4, 2026, from 1:30PM until 2:30PM at Oliver Funeral Home in Eupora, Mississippi. Interment will follow at Embry Cemetery next to his wife, Ruby. Bro. Kenny Gardner will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Anthony Norwood, Ronnie Miller, Andy Murray, John Murray, Justin Betterton, Josh Norwood and Scott Norwood. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Betterton family.

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12/31/2025

The Staff of Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora wishes you and your family a safe and restful New Year's Holiday. If you have an immediate need, please do not hesitate to reach us at 662-258-8222 or my Cell at 662-744-2898.

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Office Hours will be:

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 - 9AM and Close at 12Noon

Thursday, January 1, 2026 - Offices will be Closed

Friday, January 2, 2026 - Regular Office Hours 9AM - 3PM

12/30/2025

Annie Lee Fulgham Young

Annie Lee Fulgham Young, age 88 passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center Long Term Care Unit in Eupora, Mississippi. Annie was born on September 13, 1937, at her home in Maben, Mississippi to the late Henry Arthur Fulgham and Connie Ira McIlwain Fulgham. Mrs. Young was a retired long-time dietary worker at North Mississippi Medical Center in Eupora, Mississippi where she worked for many years in the Food Service Department, doing what she enjoyed the most, cooking for others. She was a long-time member of Mathiston First Baptist Church where she was an active member of the Senior Adult Choir as long as her health allowed and enjoyed Gospel singings. Mrs. Annie is survived by her three sons, Joe Ray Young of Columbus, Mississippi, Bro. James (Danna) Young of Mantachie, Mississippi and Jimmy (Cindy) Young of Philadelphia, Mississippi; eleven grandchildren, Allyson Ward, Chance Young, Lane Young, Logan Young, Rachael Cawthorn, Hannah Young, Luke Young, Abby Young, Lilly Young, Callie Young and Adah Young; nine great grandchildren; a beloved niece Jeanette Barger and her husband, Harvey as well as a host of other nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe Bob Young; her parents, Henry Arthur Fulgham and Connie Ira McIlwain Fulgham; one sister and eleven brothers. Funeral Services for Mrs. Young will be held at 1:00PM on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora Chapel. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Monday, January 5, 2026, from 11:00AM until time for services at 1:00PM at Oliver Funeral Home in Eupora, Mississippi. Interment will follow at Double Springs Methodist Church Cemetery in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services will be held at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel instead of Double Springs Methodist Cemetery. Bro. James Young will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Lane Young, Logan Young, Chance Young, George Bland, Joe Pierce, Johnny Fulgham and Harvey Barger. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Young family. The family request all memorials made in Mrs. Young's honor be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, Tennessee 37214.

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12/30/2025

Wood Doris Waits

Commander Wood Doris Waits, United States Navy (Retired), passed away on December 25, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida, where he had lived with his wife, Noriko, for the last forty-seven years. Born on March 28, 1934, on a farm west of Eupora, Mississippi, to Ferney Wood (F.W.) Waits and Alma Peeples Waits, he dedicated his life to military and community service. He demonstrated unwavering commitment and resilience; traits that saw him rise through the ranks of the United States Navy over a distinguished thirty-year career. After retiring from the Navy, Wood channeled his disciplined work ethic into a successful second career in real estate and property management. Wood's dedication extended beyond his professional life, as evidenced by his active participation as a Master Mason in Myrtle Grove Lodge No. 352 as well as his memberships in the Scottish Rite and Hamasa Shriners. He graduated from Eupora High School in May 1951 and briefly worked at a local glove factory before attending Draughn’s Business School in Jackson, Mississippi, where he received a diploma. His love for adventure led him to join the Navy, where he served on two destroyers and two aircraft carriers, visiting ports in foreign cities and enjoying exciting places. He also served at seven shore stations, including Japan, Taiwan, and various locations in the United States. Commander Wood D. Waits is survived by his beloved wife of over sixty-six years, Noriko Waits; daughter, Karen Leigh; son, Joseph Michael; daughter, Doris Hiromi Cooper with her husband Ralph and granddaughter, Courtney; grandson Jacob with his wife Wanling; daughter, Susan Alma and grandson Justin Engen with his wife Brittany. He is also survived by his sister Nancy. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ferney Wood (F.W.) Waits and Alma Peeples Waits; sister, Polly and her husband Billy Mack Garrison. Celebration of Life Services will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 1:00PM until time for services at 2:00PM at Oliver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery in Eupora, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services with Military Honors will be held at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel instead of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Josh Bingham will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Michael Waits, Ralph Cooper, Justin Engen, Russ Doolittle, Reb Byrne and David Murphy. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Waits family. The family requests that in lieu of flowers all memorials in Mr. Waits' honor be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Tunnel to Tower or Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

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12/27/2025

John "Johnny" Sandiford Brooks

John “Johnny” Sandiford Brooks, 64, formerly of Mathiston, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Christmas Day 2025, at the Carrington Nursing Center in Starkville, Mississippi. Johnny was born on September 30, 1961, to the late Joe Fred Brooks and Suretha Elaine Sandiford Brooks in Choctaw County, Mississippi. Johnny graduated from Mathiston High School in 1979. He attended Mississippi State University, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and majored in civil engineering. Prior to graduation, he returned home to the family timber business to work alongside his father and brothers for many years to come. Johnny was a diehard Mississippi State Bulldogs fan. He loved to work hard and play hard. He enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, whether he was hunting, golfing, or riding a motorcycle. Johnny coached his daughters’ little league teams and spent many summers at Town Creek Campground on the Tombigbee River. He loved to barefoot and waterski also playing a hand in teaching the next generation these crafts. Johnny was always willing to lend a helping hand, and he had a large circle of friends whom he loved dearly. He had a radiant smile, a contagious laugh, and a “glass half full” mentality. Although his health declined later in life, he maintained his tenacious spirit and made the best of the time that he was given. Johnny is survived by his daughters, Brittany Brooks Frankel (Martin) of Leland, Mississippi and Alexis “Lexie” Elaine Cox (Kirby) of Starkville, Mississippi; his six grandchildren: Kellum Taylor Cox, John Martin Frankel, Lula Fay Frankel, Brooks Ellard Frankel, Margaret Abigail Cox and Robert Patrick Cox; the mother of his children, Betty Fay Brooks of Starkville, Mississippi; his brothers Michael (Gina) Brooks of Starkville, Mississippi, Tommy (Vickie) Brooks and James Hester (Tamera) Brooks both of Mathiston, Mississippi and a host of nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother, Suretha Elaine Sandiford Brooks and his father, Joe Fred Brooks. Funeral Services for John will be held at 2:00PM on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Sunday, December 28, 2025, from 12:30PM until time for services at 2:00PM at Oliver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Blythe Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Choctaw County, Mississippi. Pastor Hardie Frankel will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be William Brooks, Bruce Edwards, Cliff Johnson, Robert Narmour, Greg Fondren, Ronnie Pepper, Shank Phelps and Mike Williams. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Brooks family. The family wishes to express their thanks to the staff of The Carrington Nursing Center in Starkville for their years of devoted care.

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12/23/2025

The offices will be closed for the holidays on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Christmas Eve and Thursday, Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, for the holidays to allow our staff to spend time with their families. However, if you- have an immediate need, please feel free to contact the office at 662.258.8222 or my cell at 662.744.2898. We are always here to serve you. Regular office hours will resume on Friday, December 26, 2025, at 9AM until 3PM. We wish you all a safe, relaxing and enjoyable Christmas with you and your family.

Merry Christmas to all,
Christopher Ray and the Staff of
Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora

12/22/2025

Irene Lewis Pollard

Irene Lewis Pollard age 99, passed away peacefully at North Mississippi Medical Center in Eupora, Mississippi on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Irene was born in Choctaw County, Mississippi on August 6, 1926, to the late Wiley Troy Lewis and Ada Lee Humphries Lewis. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and homemaker. Mrs. Irene was the oldest member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Choctaw County and long-time Sunday School Secretary. She also enjoyed sewing, quilting and sitting on her front porch. Mrs. Irene is survived by two daughters, Betty Tumberlinson of Mathiston, Mississippi and Charlotte (Derrell) Fulgham of Symsonia, Kentucky; three sons, Russell (Linda K.) Pollard, Gerald (Linda H.) Pollard and Neal (Hope) Pollard all of Mathiston, Mississippi; seven grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren and seven great great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of almost sixty years, James Russell Pollard; one sister, Erliene Breland; two brothers, Mervin Lewis and M.C. Lewis and one grandson, Kip Odell Pollard. Funeral Services for Mrs. Irene will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Fellowship Baptist Church in Mathiston, Mississippi. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Friday, December 26, 2025, from 12Noon until time for services at 2:00PM at Fellowship Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery there in Mathiston, Mississippi. Rev. Brent Manasco and Rev. Shannon Edwards will officiate the services. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Irene's grandsons. The family requests that all donations in Mrs. Irene's memory be made to The Gideons International P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, Tennessee 37214-0800. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Pollard family.

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12/22/2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Beardain Forbes

Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Beardain Forbes age 70, passed away peacefully at North Mississippi Medical Center Long Term Care Unit in Eupora, Mississippi on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Cindy was born in Memphis, Tennessee on January 4, 1955, to the late Bro. Daniel Shuford Beardain and Linnie Hodges Beardain. Her family and friends remember her as one of the kindest and sweetest people and says she never met a stranger. Cindy loved her husband and family and enjoyed caring for them even babysitting many of her nieces and nephews until her health failed. Cindy was a member of the Church of Christ. She was also well known for her banana pudding, fried deer meat and enjoyed watching westerns and the Andy Griffith Show on Television. Mrs. Forbes is survived by her loving husband, Melton Forbes of Eupora, Mississippi; two brothers, David (Brenda) Beardain and Roger (Brenda) Beardain and a host of nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by both of her parents, Bro. Daniel Shuford Beardain and Linnie Hodges Beardain. Funeral Services for Cindy will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 11:00AM at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel in Eupora, Mississippi. The family will receive friends and loved ones for a time of visitation on Monday, December 29, 2025, from 10:00AM until time for services at 11:00AM at Oliver Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Greensboro Cemetery in Webster County, Mississippi. The Graveside/Committal Services will be held at Oliver Funeral Home Chapel instead of Greensboro Cemetery. Bro. Paul Mowrer will officiate the services. Cindy will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Forbes family.

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12/20/2025

Dale Patrick Thompson

Dale Patrick Thompson age 64, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at Diversicare in Eupora, Mississippi. Dale was born on December 29, 1960, in Brunswick, Georgia to the late Robert David Thompson and Mary Elizabeth Yarborough Thompson. He was a jack of all trades in his earlier years doing carpentry, electrical and truck driving. Dale was a member of First Baptist Church in Eupora, Mississippi and also was a member of the Common Ground Sunday School Class there at the church. Mr. Thompson is survived by his daughter, Maegan (Blake) Johnson of Mantee, Mississippi; five grandchildren, Garrett, Harley, Gunner, Harper and Russell and two brothers, Michael (Susie) Thompson of Tupelo, Mississippi and Robert Duane (Kathie) Thompson of the Charleston, South Carolina area. He is preceded in death by both of his parents, Robert David Thompson and Mary Elizabeth Yarborough Thompson and one brother, Richard C. Thompson. Memorial Services will be held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Eupora, Mississippi. Friends will gather for a time of visitation from 12Noon until time for services at 1:00PM on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at First Baptist Church. Dale's cremains will be interred at a later date in the family plot at North Union Cemetery in Bellefontaine, Mississippi. Rev. Travis Gray will officiate the services. Oliver Funeral Home of Eupora is honored to be entrusted with all arrangements for the Thompson family.

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