Myrtis Cayten Obituary
The passing of Myrtis Cayten (Purvis, Mississippi) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 11, 2025 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Myrtis Cayten to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ray Boone and Jemima Boone; her husband Kenneth Cayten; her son Kevin Cayten; and her siblings, Mildred Howell and Melvin Boone.
She is survived by: her son Kerry Cayten (Kristi) of Purvis, MS; her sister Martha Clark (Jerry) of Purvis, MS; her grandchildren, Kaylen Cayten, Stefani Tucker (Michael), Spencer Cayten (Fabiola) and Morgan Fellows; and her great grandchildren, Marcie Appleby, Adelynn Cayten and Eowyn Cayten. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Tabernacle Baptist Church (712 Main St, Purvis, MS 39475). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, July 16th 2025 at the Coaltown Cemetery.
