Reta Faye Eaves Holden

Reta Faye Eaves Holden, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at University Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, February 6 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Visitation will be the day of the service from 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow the service in Murphy Creek Cemetery. Reta was born August 7, 1938, to the late Odie Lee and Floy Triplett Eaves of Louisville, Mississippi. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Alma Dean Eaves, and her brother, Odie Frank Eaves. She is survived by a sister-in-law Janet Eaves of Utica, Kentucky, two nieces, Annetta Johnson and Janetta Wright, as well as her cousin Grady Jackson (Norma) of Sturgis, Mississippi. After graduating from Bond High School, Reta attended nursing school and went on to practice as a nurse anesthetist. Later she became a business owner opening a jewelry store in downtown Grenada called R. Triplett. Reta’s proudest work, however, was her service to the City of Grenada. She made history as the first woman to serve as a Grenada city councilor. She later represented Grenada and surrounding areas in the Mississippi House of Representatives, continuing her lifelong dedication to public service. At her home in Grenada, Reta was an active member of the Grenada Garden Club and enjoyed many days on the town square, working on flower beds and other projects. She also played an important role in planning the Grenada Square gazebo. Reta had a deep love for animals. She remained deeply engaged in Grenada city government and faithfully watched city council meetings from home. Reta was a member of Grace Baptist Church and in her later years enjoyed watching First Baptist Church and Friendship Baptist Church services via live stream. She especially loved hearing the songs of worship. She often departed from friends by quoting her favorite and the final verse of the Bible: “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.” In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Reta’s memory to Murphy Creek Cemetery Fund, 5420 Bond Road, Louisville, MS 39339. Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.masseyfuneralhome.net.

Reta Faye Eaves Holden

August 7, 1938 - February 3, 2026

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August 7, 1938 - February 3, 2026

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