Ronnie “Bump” Bumpus, 66, of Saulsbury passed away Monday, March 20, 2023, at his home.
He was born on Wed., September 12, 1956, in Holly Springs, MS, to the late Leon Bumpus and Ruby Godsey. Living most of his life in Hardeman County, he worked at Outlet Junction for 10 plus years. He was married to Beverly Bumpus. They were married on April 24, 1982, at New Life Christian Fellowship.
He loved spending time with his wife, kids, and grandkids. But his true love was for the Great Smokey Mountains and visiting the beach. His kids and grandkids were his whole world. He enjoyed gardening and tending to his flowers and summertime. Ronnie was an outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. But most of all he loved the Lord and if you asked Ronnie, he would tell you he knew he was going to heaven.
In addition to his wife, Beverly, of nearly 41 years, he is survived by his daughter, Contrina Bumpus (Ricco), Precious, Reykedra, Ricco Jr., Rickhia, Ricarion, Rhyan of Bolivar; daughter, Rachel Flint, Mackenzie, Allison, Jasmine of Middleton; son, Justin Bumpus (Jessica), Kameron, Baby Bumpus; son, Dillon Baker (Mark), Amelia of Saulsbury; daughter, Emily Baker (Jonathan), Elizabeth, Jaxson of Bolivar. He is survived by a sister, Judy of Brighton and 14 grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 2 brothers, 2 sisters, and 2 grandkids. Memorial contributions in his name may be sent to Saulsbury Cemetery.
