Jesse Savell Obituary
We announce the death of Jesse Savell of Decatur, Mississippi, born in Newton, Mississippi, who passed away on October 9, 2026, at the age of 77. Jesse will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jim Savell and Arlies Quattlebaum Savell; his brother Hamp Savell (Susan); and his great-niece Marlee Savell. He is survived by: his wife Linda Savell; his children, Wendy Allen of Decatur, Dreama Savell of Decatur, Misty Savell of Decatur, Shaun Savell of Decatur, Jamie Cobb of Decatur and Dustin Savell of Decatur; and his sisters, Barbara Savell of Decatur, Shirley Murphey (Jerry) of Decatur and Arlies King of Bay St. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Newton County Funeral Home - North (9998 MS-15 N, Newton, MS 39345). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Newton County Funeral Home - North Chapel (9998 MS-15 N, Newton, MS 39345). A burial will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 12:15 PM at the Mississippi Veterans Memorial Cemetery (248 Honor Circle, Newton, MS 39345).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Consider a donation, as requested by the family.
