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James Price Wallace, age 64 of Mendenhall, passed away peacefully at his home on June 3, 2026. He was born on November 24, 1961, in Jackson, Mississippi, to James L. and Gertrude Price Wallace.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Bruce Wallace, sister, Virginia Robinson and nephew, Kyle Wallace.
Price is survived by his loving wife Cindy Stevenson Wallace, children, Cobby Wallace (Courtney), Angela Jones (Collin) and Justin Wallace, Grandchildren, Ethan Wallace, Madyson Lowery, Kylie Wallace, Bailey Jones, Ansley Jones and 2 great-grandchildren.
Price was a poultry farmer and served 9 years in the Mississippi House of Representatives for District 77. His dedication and unwavering commitment to his constituents in Rankin and Simpson County will not soon be forgotten. As the chairman of the House Constitution Committee, he led on landmark legislation. He believed in restoring the constitutional right for Mississippians to have a fair and accessible means of influencing state policy.
His servant’s heart greatly impacted so many around the state and community with his passion for agriculture, rural communities and our youth, serving in many different capacities and roles throughout his life. He served as President of the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association in 2014 and president of the Simpson County Cattlemen’s Association. A member of the Mississippi Beef Council, Simpson County Farm Bureau Board of Directors, and the Dixie National Sale of Junior Champion Committee. He served as a Simpson County Election Commissioner for 11 years.
Price was also a devoted member at The Church of Mendenhall, where he enjoyed greeting everyone at the door each Sunday with a bulletin and a smile.
Beyond all his accomplishments in life, his pride and joy was his family and friends. One of his proudest titles in life was, “PawPaw.” To know him is to love him! He lived life to the fullest up until his last breath. Stories of his life and legacy will be told for many years to come.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM at BellaWood The Venue in Florence, MS. The service will begin at 12:00 PM with Rev. Kurt Appel and Rev. Jason Gadman officiating. Interment will follow at Mendenhall City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mississippi Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Program at 680 Monroe Street, Suite A, Jackson, MS 39202.
Arrangements are entrusted to Tutor Funeral Home of Mendenhall.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
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