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09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! Have a fun and safe holiday!

08/30/2025

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After a death, families face many emotional, financial, and legal burdens. But did you know that preplanning can help ea...
08/29/2025

After a death, families face many emotional, financial, and legal burdens. But did you know that preplanning can help ease the stress? Read this article to learn how!

Did you know that preplanning can ease emotional, financial, and legal burdens after a death? Click to learn how!

08/27/2025

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08/27/2025

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The '60s had many timeless looks, from pattern mixing to bold colors and futuristic style. Take a trip down memory lane ...
08/27/2025

The '60s had many timeless looks, from pattern mixing to bold colors and futuristic style. Take a trip down memory lane with this collection of far-out fashion from the grooviest decade!

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08/26/2025

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08/26/2025

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08/25/2025

If you’re grieving the loss of a child, Mother’s Day may be extra hard for you. As you wrestle with your loss, take time...
08/22/2025

If you’re grieving the loss of a child, Mother’s Day may be extra hard for you. As you wrestle with your loss, take time to consider what can help you in your grief journey. Read the article below to learn about the 6 needs you have as a grieving parent.

Losing a child is heartbreaking, and as a parent, your grief may feel overwhelming. As you mourn your child, here are 6 needs you have.

Life often takes us to places we never expected. If things have changed for you and you need to transfer your prearrange...
08/21/2025

Life often takes us to places we never expected. If things have changed for you and you need to transfer your prearrangement plan from another funeral home, give us a call at 662.563.5700 to learn about your options. We’re here for you!

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08/20/2025

Staying active and finding community is important for older adults. Maybe you could try snorkeling, leatherworking, or a book club. See the list in the following article to help you find a new hobby!

Explore 50 hobbies for seniors and active adults! Discover indoor, outdoor, and creative activities to keep you engaged and thriving in retirement.

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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.