As many of you know, Lucy (Toby’s Grandma/Mark’s Mom) passed away on Monday, November 19th at Garden Suites Assisted Living in Aberdeen, MS at the age of 72. Lucy had suffered a stroke on Christmas Eve, 2006 and, even though she didn’t experience the typical paralysis associated with stroke, she did experience some cognitive issues (memory loss and difficulty speaking.) During the last few months, however, her medications had been changed and Lucy was becoming more like her “old self” every day. As matter of fact, she had just been out the day before buying Toby a baby gift and card. According to friends and family, it was always Lucy’s dream to be a grandma. Maybe, just maybe, that’s why Toby came early – to say “hello!” to his grandma before she said goodbye.

Stricklin-King Funeral Home in Yazoo City, MS is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be Friday, November 23rd from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The funeral service will be held in the chapel on Saturday, November 24th at 1:00 PM with burial at Glenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a fund has been set up for Toby’s education. Donations can be made in person at any Renasant Bank branch location or mailed to Renasant Bank, c/o Ann Stanford, P.O. Box 709, Tupelo, MS 38802.

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