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     Henry Artemous Bagwell was also known as Arthur Bagwell. Henry Artemous Bagwell was also known as Artemus J. Bagwell. Henry Artemous Bagwell was also known as Henry Artimus Bagwell. He was born on 28 September 1904 in Pontotoc, Pontotoc County, Mississippi. He was the son of James Paylor Bagwell and Alma Frances Staten. Henry Artemous Bagwell married Ellen (?) after 1925. Henry Artemous Bagwell married Betty Bessie O'Guin before 1930. Henry Artemous Bagwell and Betty Bessie O'Guin lived in 1930 in Highland Park, Wayne County, Michigan. Henry Artemous Bagwell and Betty Bessie O'Guin were divorced in 1940. Henry Artemous Bagwell died on 13 January 1962 in Fresno, Fresno County, California, at age 57. He was buried at Fresno County Cemetery, Frensno, Fresno County, California.

     Infant Bagwell died on 4 December 1947.¹ He was born on 4 December 1947.¹ He was buried at Oak Forest Cemetery, Randolph, Pontotoc County, Mississippi.¹ He was the son of James Albert Bagwell and Willie Mae Philpot.¹

     James Burnice Bagwell was born on 27 March 1928 in Mississippi.¹ He was the son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ James Burnice Bagwell married Lura Merita Cox after 1953. James Burnice Bagwell died on 23 September 2010 at age 82. He was buried at Beulah Cemetery, Myrtle, Union County, Mississippi.

     Mildred Bagwell was born on 26 May 1930 in Myrtle, Union County, Mississippi.¹ She was the daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ As of after 1935,her married name was Tubbs.¹ Mildred Bagwell married Samuel Mason Tubbs after 1935.¹ Mildred Bagwell died on 24 August 2013 in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, at age 83. She was buried at Memorial Park South Woods Cemetery, Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee.

     Robbie Faye Bagwell was born on 6 January 1934 in Myrtle, Union County, Mississippi.^1,2 She was the daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ As of 31 December 1953,her married name was Wolf.¹ Robbie Faye Bagwell married Robert Wolf on 31 December 1953.^1,2 Robbie Faye Bagwell died on 1 April 2021 in Corinth, Alcorn County, Mississippi, at age 87

Robbie Faye Bagwell Wolfe, 87, Passed away April 1, 2021 at home peacefully into the arms of her Savior Jesus Christ. She was surrounded by her family members who have faithfully cared for her needs during many extended illnesses.

Service will be held at 11:00-11:30 for the family and 11:30 till time of service at 1:00 with Memorial Funeral Home directing.

Burial will be in Henry Cemetery in Corinth with the Rev. Dennis Smith officiating.

She was born at her home place in Myrtle, MS on January 6, 1934 to Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Caldtharp Bagwell. She grew up in Union County and graduated from Myrtle High School in 1953. Upon graduation from high school she was employed by Erwin Shirt Factory in New Albany, MS as a seamstress. She married the love of her life Robert Wolfe on December 31, 1953. Together they were blessed with five children, two sons and three daughters. She was a faithful wife and mother to her children and husband of 68 years. In later life she was employed with ITT/ Cortelco and retired after 17 years of service. Robbie loved the Lord and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, Corinth. She worked in the nursery and in the children's dept. for several years. She dearly loved her Sunday School class and teacher. She loved to listen to gospel music while cooking family meals and serving for her family's needs. She was proud of her children and grandchildren and all that they had become in her life. She loved to cook for her family, especially on all of the holidays and birthdays. She prepared and served Sunday dinner for all of her family members every Sunday as long as she was able. Skillet fried chicken was a regular staple meal and a delicacy for all of the grandchildren as well as the adults.

She was preceded in death by both of her parents and grandparents. A brother-Burnice Bagwell, two sisters-Loretta Overall and Mildred Tubbs.

Robbie is survived by her husband of 68 years and by her children. Son's- Robert Joel Wolfe(Nita)of Corinth, John Alan Wolfe(Brenda) of Fairfield Bay Arkansas, Daughters- Linda Wolfe Bradley(Chris) of Corinth, Kathy Lynn Wolfe Bradley of Corinth, and Mary Elizabeth Wolfe Patterson(Jeff) of Corinth. Grandsons- Casey Bradley of Corinth, Robert Levi Bradley(Leah) of Louisiana, Dustin Bradley(Charlotte) of New Albany, Cody Stafford of Corinth. Granddaughters- Jennifer Bradley Smith(Lin) of Selmer TN, Heather Patterson of Hazel Green AL., Brittany Wolfe of Memphis TN, Delauren Patterson Sweeney(David) of Corinth. Great grandsons-Jacob Bradley of Corinth, Logan Bradley of New Albany, MS, Austin Bradley of Florida, Lincoln Carter Bradley of New Albany, MS, Titus Sweeney of Corinth MS, and Ronin Sweeney of Corinth, MS.

In lieu of flowers, please give your donation to The St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis TN. 38105 or First Baptist Church, 501 Main Street, Corinth, MS 38834

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialcorinth.com for the Wolfe family.²

She was buried at Henry Cemetery, Corinth, Alcorn County, Mississippi.²

     Mary Louise Bagwell is the daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ Mary Louise Bagwell married John Smith after 1955.¹

     Thomas Allen Bagwell is the son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ Thomas Allen Bagwell married Shelby Gregory after 1958.¹

     Gerald Bagwell is the son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ Gerald Bagwell married Roxie Greer after 1963.¹ Gerald Bagwell married Dianne (?) after 1963.¹

     Joe Donald Bagwell is the son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ Joe Donald Bagwell married Bettie Joyce Hamblin after 1960.

     Loretta Bagwell was born on 29 October 1937.¹ She was the daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp.¹ Loretta Bagwell married Edward Lee Overall after 1954. Loretta Bagwell married Don (?) after 1955. Loretta Bagwell died on 23 December 2012 at age 75. She was buried at Potts Camp Cemetery, Potts Camp, Marshall County, Mississippi.

     Samuel Mason Tubbs was born on 30 March 1926. He married Mildred Bagwell, daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1935.¹ Samuel Mason Tubbs died on 7 April 2016 at age 90. He was buried at Memorial Park South Woods Cemetery, Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee.

     Robert Wolf married Robbie Faye Bagwell, daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, on 31 December 1953.^1,2

     John Smith married Mary Louise Bagwell, daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1955.¹

     Shelby Gregory married Thomas Allen Bagwell, son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1958.¹

     Roxie Greer married Gerald Bagwell, son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1963.¹

     Dianne (?) married Gerald Bagwell, son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1963.¹

     Bettie Joyce Hamblin married Joe Donald Bagwell, son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1960.

     Don (?) married Loretta Bagwell, daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1955.

     Edward Lee Overall was born on 25 May 1934 in Dyer County, Tennessee. He married Loretta Bagwell, daughter of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1954. Edward Lee Overall died on 21 April 2018 in Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, at age 83.

     Lura Merita Cox was born on 11 May 1935 in Hickory Flat, Mississippi. As of after 1953,her married name was Bagwell. She married James Burnice Bagwell, son of Donald Robert Bagwell and Mary Frances Coltharp, after 1953. Lura Merita Cox died on 20 July 2024 in New Albany, Mississippi, at age 89

Lura Merita Cox Bagwell, affectionately known as Merita to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024, at Union County Health and Rehab in New Albany, Mississippi. Born on May 11, 1935, in Hickory Flat, Mississippi, Merita was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her throughout her 89 years of life.

Merita was the cherished daughter of the late Robert Mack Cox and Lura Edna Box Cox. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Burnice Bagwell, and together they shared a life full of love and laughter. Merita was a loving mother to her daughters, Elizabeth Smith (Ray) and Nancy Briscoe, and her son, Kenny Bagwell (Pat). She was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren, Jacob, Seth, Cindy, Kimberly, and Meghan, and a doting great-grandmother to six great-grandchildren, Caroline, Rhett, Luke, Owen, Cason, and Eli.

She was the beloved sister to Ella Thompson, Mary Joyce Boatner (Doyle), and Francine Howell, and to her late siblings, Jessie Coleman Lowery and Jim Cox, and a beloved mother-in-law to her late son-in-law, David Briscoe. Her brother Jack Cox, along with her extended family and friends, will fondly remember her for her funny, spirited, and loving nature.

Merita dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker, taking immense pride and joy in caring for her children and grandchildren. Her home was always filled with warmth and the delightful aroma of her cooking. She had a special talent for crocheting, creating beautiful pieces that will be treasured by her family for generations to come.

Always one to stay connected, Merita loved talking on the phone with friends and family, ensuring that no matter the distance, the bonds she shared remained strong. Her presence was a comfort and her conversations, filled with humor and wisdom, will be deeply missed.

Merita was a member of Beulah Baptist Church, where she found great solace and community. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding her through times of joy and sorrow with unwavering grace.

Those who knew Merita will remember her for her infectious laughter, her indomitable spirit, and her boundless love. Her legacy of kindness, generosity, and love will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

Merita's life was a testament to the power of love and the strength of family. She leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and a family that adores her. As we say goodbye to this remarkable woman, we take comfort in knowing that her spirit will continue to guide and inspire us.

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Please join us in celebrating the life of Lura Merita Cox Bagwell, a truly remarkable woman who touched the lives of so many. Her memory will forever be etched in our hearts as we carry forward the love and joy she shared with us.

A visitation will be on Monday, July 22, 2024 at United Funeral Service from 12:30 p.m. until funeral service time at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Randy Hamilton will officiate. Burial will be at Beulah Cemetery in Myrtle.

United Funeral Service is honored to be entrusted with these arrangements.


She was buried on 22 July 2024 at Beulah Cemetery, Myrtle, Union County, Mississippi.

     Lisa Bagwell is the daughter of Thomas Allen Bagwell and Shelby Gregory.¹ Lisa Bagwell married (?) Darling after 1975.¹

     (?) Darling married Lisa Bagwell, daughter of Thomas Allen Bagwell and Shelby Gregory, after 1975.¹

     Ralph Miles Cothran was born in 1913.¹ He married Opal Cristine Bagwell, daughter of John Etha Bagwell and Cordia Ladale Westmoreland, before 1939.¹ Ralph Miles Cothran died in 1982.¹ He was buried at Crittenden Memorial Park, Marion, Crittenden County, Arkansas.

     Van Robert Bynum was born on 2 December 1913 in Okolona, Clark County, Arkansas.¹ He married Opal Cristine Bagwell, daughter of John Etha Bagwell and Cordia Ladale Westmoreland, after 1950. Van Robert Bynum died on 24 February 2002 in Houlka, Chickasaw County, Mississippi, at age 88 Printed in the Times Post, Houston, Mississippi dated February 27, 2002

Houlka – Graveside services for Van Bynum, 88, of Houlka, who died Sunday, Feb. 24, 2002, were held yesterday at Rose Hill Cemetery with the Rev. David Blackwell officiating.

Southern Funeral Home Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Bynum was born in Okolona, Ark., and was retired from the United States Air Force.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Bynum; a stepson, Dennis Cothran, two brothers, Jesse Bynum and Pete Bynum; and one sister, Syble Prater.

He is survived by two step grandsons, Brian Cothran of Cincinnati and David Cothran of Texas; one step great granddaughter, Elizabeth Cothran and a number of nieces and nephews.¹ He was buried at Rose Hill Cemetery, Houlka, Chickasaw County, Mississippi.¹

     John Wesley "Bus" Holladay was born on 13 December 1919.¹ He married Lovis Bagwell, daughter of John Etha Bagwell and Cordia Ladale Westmoreland, after 1940.¹ John Wesley "Bus" Holladay died on 23 March 1995 in Shelby County, Tennessee, at age 75 Houlka - John Wesley "Bus" Holladay, age 75, died Thursday, Mar 23, 1995 at Methodist Hospital Central in Memphis, TN. Graveside services with Masonic Rites were held Saturday, Mar 25 at Rose Hill Cemetery. The Rev. Henning Andrews officiated.

The son of the late John vincent Holladay and the late Eula Carolline Boyd, he was a reitred electrician, a veteran and was a member of Herking Hill Methodist Church in Ripley, TN. He was preceded in death by his wife, the late Lovis Bagwell Holladay who passed away Mar 24 1992.

Survivors include two daughters, Glenda Lovelace and Debbie Bryan, both of Ripley, TN; four sons, Larry Holladay of Houlka, Johnny Holladay of Stuttgart, AR and Jamie Holladay and Jeremy Holladay, both of Ripley, TN; one brother, Jack Holladay of Pontotoc; 12 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Houlka Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.¹ He was buried.¹

     Robert Houston Bagwell was also known as Houston Bagwell. He was born on 1 March 1915 in Ponotoc, Mississippi. He was the son of James Walter Bagwell and Viola Lillie Westmoreland. Robert Houston Bagwell married Norma Irene Crook on 26 December 1938 at Cross County, Arkansas. Robert Houston Bagwell lived in 1985 in Quartzsite, Arizona. He died on 15 January 1997 at age 81.

     Jack Westmoreland married Seleta Roe after 1890.¹

     Seleta Roe married Jack Westmoreland after 1890.¹

     Mary Emma Jones was born on 14 July 1913.¹ She was the daughter of Alsie Jones and Ethel Gertrude Bagwell. As of 27 May 1936,her married name was Bagwell. Mary Emma Jones married William Wayne Bagwell, son of Pearl H. Bagwell and Joanna May Tedder, on 27 May 1936. Mary Emma Jones died on 1 July 2004 at age 90.¹ She was buried at New Cleveland Cemetery, Cleveland, Bolivar County, Mississippi.¹

     Myron Eugene Bagwell was born on 28 May 1943.¹ He was the son of William Wayne Bagwell and Mary Emma Jones.¹ Myron Eugene Bagwell married Linda Sharp on 2 April 1965 at Sunflower County, Mississippi. Myron Eugene Bagwell died on 29 October 1987 at age 44
Printed in the Houston Times Post dated November 4 1987

Myron Eugene Bagwell, age 44, of Knoxville, Tennessee, died Thursday, October 29 in Knoxville. Graveside services were held Sunday, November 1 at Houston Cemetery with the Rev. T J Funderburk officiating.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Linda Sharp Bagwell of Knoxville; two sons, Myron Eugene Bagwell, Jr. and William Flynt Bagwell, both of Knoxville; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Bagwell of Cleveland and one sister, Mrs. Betty Ann Cooper of Shaw.

Pallbearers were Mack Southern, Flynt Sharp, Millard Sharp, Ernie Leson, Travis Rayner and Travis Cooper.

Memorial Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.¹
He was buried at Houston Cemetery, Houston, Chickasaw County, Mississippi.¹