Jerry Windham "Bubba" Hegwood,Jr.
October 3, 1957 - May 29, 2019
Jerry Hegwood Jr., known to friends as ”Bubba,” passed away on May 29, 2019, at the age of 61. Born in Petal, MS, he relocated with his family to Crown Point, Louisiana where he lived for many years. Later moving his own family to Gretna, Louisiana, Picayune, Mississippi, and finally settling in Byhalia, MS. Bubba is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Jerry and Marlene Hegwood and his mother in law, Gladys Held Nunnery. He will be remembered by his wife of 36 years, Gretchen (Held) Hegwood, his children Stacy (Josh) Tarter, Jerry “Scooter” Hegwood III, and Kodi (Shane) Atkins. Bubba’s greatest joy were his grandchildren, Joshua Gage Tarter, Jerry “Jay” Hegwood IV, David Blackwell, Sophie Hegwood, Adelyn, Rowen, and Hollyn Atkins. We pray that Bubba remains known for his famous crawfish boils and outgoing personality. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a fund that will be distributed among his 7 grandchildren as a final gift in memory of their Paw Paw.
Jerry Hegwood Jr., known to friends as ”Bubba,” passed away on May 29, 2019, at the age of 61. Born in Petal, MS, he relocated with his family to Crown Point, Louisiana where he lived for many years. Later moving his own family... View Obituary & Service Information