Pegues Funeral Directors

Pegues Funeral Directors Have the perfect service to honor your loved one at Pegues. Family owned and operated. You will never talk to an answering service or other third party.

For over one hundred and twenty years, we have dedicated ourselves to providing the residents of Tupelo, Lee and surrounding counties with kindness, courtesy and integrity during the loss of a loved one. We have an expertly trained staff of caring, empathetic individuals, along with two comfortable funeral homes with onsite chapels. We are also proud to own and operate our own crematory, ensuring

the utmost care for those choosing cremation. We offer a complete range of quality funeral services, and are experienced at honoring many faiths and customs. When you contact us, you will be greeted by one of our staff, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our professional and caring staff takes pride in providing high quality and affordable funeral services that meet the special needs of your family. It is our goal to support you through every step of your arrangements and to pay tribute to the special memory of your loved one.

06/18/2026
Charles R. "Chuck" TurnerCharles R. “Chuck” Turner Tupelo - Charles R. “Chuck” Turner, 68, passed away Wednesday, June 1...
06/18/2026

Charles R. "Chuck" Turner

Charles R. “Chuck” Turner Tupelo - Charles R. “Chuck” Turner, 68, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo. He was born on November 30, 1957, in Hampton, Arkansas, to the late George A. Turner and Shirley A. Turner Chuck graduated from Madisonsville North Hopkins High School in Madisonville, Kentucky and attended the University of Kentucky. He worked in the circulation department at The Daily Journal for 30 years and was known for his strong work...

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Darlene Gentry ChristianTupelo - Darlene Gentry Christian, 93, passed away June 17, 2026, in Tupelo, Mississippi. She wa...
06/18/2026

Darlene Gentry Christian

Tupelo - Darlene Gentry Christian, 93, passed away June 17, 2026, in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was born in Pontotoc, Mississippi on July 12, 1932, to John Gentry and Icie Sappington Gentry. She was a descendent of early settlers in the Pontotoc area and was extremely proud of her Pontotoc heritage. She was a graduate of Pontotoc High School and was a member of the Beta Club. She married Harold Christian on December 6, 1952. They made their home in the...

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Terry Leigh ClaytonSaltillo – Terry Leigh Clayton, age 51, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Born on April 5, 197...
06/17/2026

Terry Leigh Clayton

Saltillo – Terry Leigh Clayton, age 51, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Born on April 5, 1975 in Piedmont, Alabama, Terry Leigh lived a life marked by faith, service, laughter, and a deep love for children, family, and community. For more than 27 years, Terry Leigh dedicated her career to serving students in the Tupelo Public Schools. Throughout her years in education, she served students at Church Street and Lawhon. She inspired generations of children through movement, wellness,...

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Howard BlandTupelo – Howard Marion Bland died on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born on September 17,...
06/14/2026

Howard Bland

Tupelo – Howard Marion Bland died on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born on September 17, 1932, to Tilmon M. Bland and Marvis Earnest Bland in Cumberland, Mississippi. Howard met the love of his life, Sandra Anderson Bland, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and the two were married on June 14, 1965. They shared 52 wonderful years together until Sandra’s passing in 2017. Howard spent his final days surrounded by compassion and comfort while in...

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Tommy CoxPontotoc – Thomas “Tommy” Lester Cox, 68, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Ce...
06/14/2026

Tommy Cox

Pontotoc – Thomas “Tommy” Lester Cox, 68, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on November 20, 1957, he was the son of the late Thomas B. Cox and Arline Mary Cox. Tommy was known as the family historian, the one everyone turned to whenever a question arose about family history, stories, or connections. He had a remarkable memory and took pride in preserving those memories for generations....

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Luther PettigoSaltillo – James Luther Pettigo, 73, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Ce...
06/11/2026

Luther Pettigo

Saltillo – James Luther Pettigo, 73, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Born on April 1, 1953, he was the son of the late James Andrew Pettigo and Sudie Mae Lyons Pettigo. Luther was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and anything camouflage. He found great joy in spending time in nature and cherished the simple pleasures of life. He was also devoted to his beloved furry companion, Snowflake, who brought...

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Sandy GillisMountain Brook, Alabama – Mary Sandlin Phyfer Gillis, 91, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at The Unive...
06/11/2026

Sandy Gillis

Mountain Brook, Alabama – Mary Sandlin Phyfer Gillis, 91, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital. She was born June 3, 1935, in New Albany to Sisco Knox Phyfer and Rachel Sandlin Phyfer. After graduating from high school, she attended Blue Mountain College, where she earned her teaching degree. She began a fulfilling career teaching freshman mathematics and literature at the high school level, inspiring countless students through her love of learning and...

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