TUPELO – Lisa Diane Roberts Pirkle, 53, retired math teacher at Tupelo High School, died Wednesday, September 9, 2015, after injuries sustained from a fall in her home. She was a New Albany native, born November 15, 1961, to Jeral Roberts and Anita Speck Roberts. She was raised in and around New Albany where she was a member of Locust Grove Baptist Church and it was there that she met her future husband Greg. In 1979, Lisa graduated from W. P. Daniel High School in New Albany. From 1979 until 1981, she attended Northeast Community College. She graduated in 1983, from The University of Mississippi with a Bachelors in Education. She also earned her Masters and Specialist degree from The University of Mississippi. Lisa began her secondary math teaching career at Biggersville High School and later taught at W. P. Daniel High School in New Albany for a number of years before joining the staff at Tupelo High School. She retired in May of 2014 after 31 years in education. Lisa loved time with her family. Lisa enjoyed spending her pastime scrapbooking, cooking, working in her yard and was known for staying busy. Lisa was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church in Tupelo.
Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, September 12, 2015, at Calvary Baptist Church in Tupelo with Dr. David Eldridge officiating. Graveside service will be in Gerizim Cemetery. W.E. Pegues Funeral Directors is in charge of the arrangements.
Survivors include her husband of 29 years, Gregory D. Pirkle of Tupelo; one son, Tyler Gregory Pirkle of Tupelo; one daughter, Megan Brooke Pirkle of Tupelo; and mother, Anita Roberts of New Albany.
She was preceded in death by her father on February 26, 2014, Jeral Roberts.
Pallbearers will be Mike Carter, Dr. Phil Jones, Stephen Kent, David Skinner, Ray Gregory Skinner, Dr. Robert Skinner, Stephen Skinner and Judd Wilson.
Visitation will be 4 until 8 p.m. today, September 11, 2015, at Calvary Baptist Church, Tupelo.
Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, P. O. Box 1008, Tupelo, Mississippi, 38802.
Expressions of sympathy may be left at www.peguesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal from Sep. 10 to Sep. 11, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Lisa Pirkle

18 Entries

J. W. Bobo

September 21, 2015

Greg and Family, We want to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this loss. You are in our prayers. May the Lord be with you and comfort you in peace during this time. James Bobo

alice scott

September 14, 2015

Greg and family i just want u know how much i adored., admires, & loved dear sweet lisa.
She inspired me and motivated! I will not never forget her!
I miss her sp much and only know how ,uch greg and family do!
Let me know what i can do!
Be praying for u all

Anne & Marty Rice

September 12, 2015

We met Lisa only a couple of times at MSU when Madison was Megan's roommate, but she was the sweetest and most gentle woman and raised an exceptional daughter. I am very saddened for your family. We pray for you.

Cheryl Bailey

September 12, 2015

I cannot remember a time in my life where I did not knowing Lisa. Though we went different directions as adults, I will always treasure the memories of our childhood, highschool and college days. How blessed so many of us were to have her in our lives. God keep you in the days and years to come, hold the memories close. I am so deeply sorry for your families loss. Lifting your family up in prayer.

Rebecca Gephart

September 11, 2015

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Larry &paulette nelson

September 11, 2015

Greg our prayers are with you

Carroll Hughes

September 11, 2015

To Gregg and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time in your life. I am very thankful for having worked with Lisa in the math department at Tupelo High School where I got to know her, become friends, share our thoughts daily, laugh together and just enjoy being around Lisa. It is through her that I got to know you and your children. I was richly blessed by knowing Lisa. With much love, Carroll Hughes

Rodnet Paulk

September 10, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rodney & Becky Paulk

September 10, 2015

Dear Greg and family,
My heart breaks for you all in the loss of Lisa. May you feel God's presence of comfort as your many friends pray for you and the children during this difficult time.
Love you,
Lee Anne Tanner

Noel and Andrea McMichael

September 10, 2015

Greg and Family....Our family has you in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

I had this photo in my senior year memory book

Billie Payne

September 10, 2015

Mrs Pirkle was my math teacher at NAHS back in 1992. She was the sweetest teacher ever! She was expecting while we were in her class so we gave her a surprise baby shower. I remember her being so surprised and thankful that her students did that. That is how much we thought of her! I have thought of her over the years and was so saddened to hear of her death. I am sure that she touched many students over the years because she definitely left a lasting impression on me. Love to her family.

Justin Garrison

September 10, 2015

The entire Pirkle family is near and dear to my heart. I love each and every one of you like my own family. You will always be in my prayers. If you ever need anything let me know and I will do my best to help in any way I can. I pray God comforts the entire family in this time of need.

September 10, 2015

My sincere sympathy to you and yours. You always shared your wife's had many talents and was so wise at our meetings. Prayers for your strength in the days ahead. Treasure your memories Debra

Tommy Henderson

September 10, 2015

So sorry to hear about Lisa's passing. I am reminded of the days you and she were students at the high school. I remember very well working with her as a math teacher and fellow colleague. The days ahead will be heavy to travel, but you do not walk alone. My profound sympathy to you and the children.

Dennis and Tracy Holmes

September 10, 2015

May God send the family comfort and peace.

Jessica Jordan

September 10, 2015

Praying for your family during this tragic loss. May God comfort you and bring your family peace in the days and months ahead.

Tracy Nance Smith

September 10, 2015

Praying for healing and comfort to you and your family. May God wrap his blessed arms around your family during this time of need.

Carmen & Eddie Beaty

September 9, 2015

We don't know what to say to you and the family in the loss of Ms Lisa.. If you need us in any way, please call. We've grown to love you very much. Our prayers are with you and your family. Carmen & Eddie Beaty

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