Leo Franklin Cissiom, 85, passed away Sunday September 3, 2017, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. He was born August 16, 1932, to Charles Franklin and Dovie Jane Richardson Cissiom. Before his retirement, he worked for MDOT, was a farmer, painter and carpenter. He enjoyed gardening and talking with his friends.
A celebration of life service will be 2:00 P.M Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at McMillan Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Anglin and Bro. Rex Bullock officiating. Burial will be in Criswell Cemetery.
He is survived by one daughter, Peggy (Larry) Jernigan of Gatesville, NC; one son, Joe (Amy) Cissiom of Booneville; and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Faye Cissiom; and his parents.
Pallbearers are Tony Pannell, Larry Garrett, Chris Prentiss, Harold Morgan, Doug Hargett and Ricky Settlemires.
Honorary Pallbearers are Dr. Jimmy Johnson, Buster Green, Archie Smith and Kenneth Michael.
Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
Condolences may be left at www.mcmillanfuneralhome.com.
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