Jesse Edward Stroud Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jesse Edward Stroud of Natchez, Mississippi, born in Scott, Mississippi, who passed away on March 3, 2026, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Jesse may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse Stroud and Mary "Tiny" Stroud; and his sister Mary Alice Stroud. He is survived by: his wife Deborah Louise McElwee Stroud of Natchez, MS; his children, Heather Stroud Miller of Union, MS and Gary Stroud (Gina) of Purvis, MS; his granddaughters, Kailee Stroud and Kinsley Stroud of Purvis, MS.; his siblings, LaDonna Walters (Donald) of Laurel, MS and Ferrell Stroud (Carla) of Taylorsville, MS; his brothers-in-law, Dorsey McElwee of Charleston, SC and Steve Henke of Oklahoma City, OK; and his nephew William Barnes of Natchez. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, many extended family members and dear friends.
