Joa Oatis Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joa Oatis of Prentiss, Mississippi, who passed away on January 19, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joa Oatis to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Joa's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Joa's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as her find rest in the embrace of eternity.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Powers and Dora Powers. She is survived by: her husband Wilbert L. Oatis of Prentiss, MS; her children, Wilbert L. Oatis, Jr. of Prentiss, MS and Arica Oatis of Biloxi, MS; and her siblings, Henry L. Powers of Mt. Olive, MS, George Powers of Mt. Olive, MS, Steven Powers of Mt. Olive, MS, Douglas Powers of Arlington, TX, Wayne Powers of Savannah, GA, Charles Powers of Hattiesburg, MS and Alisa Watts of Hattiesburg, MS. She is also survived by grandchildren: 3; great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 23rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the South Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 23rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.