Eddie was born and raised in Mississippi and later moved to Monticello, AR in 1999 where he worked in the grocery business for almost 40 years. He began working in the grocery business at the age of 13 at Carlisle's Big Star in Holly Springs, MS. He worked in Mississippi and Arkansas for Piggly Wiggly, Food Giant, Foodway and Bill's Super Foods. He then left the grocery business and went to work for Spartan-Intimidator of Southeast Arkansas for 9 years selling lawnmowers and tractors to customers who became great friends. Each customer or friend he ever met, whether in the grocery business or lawnmower and tractor business, he greeted with a huge smile, handshake and a ''Hey Cuz''.
Eddie was a dedicated member of the Holly Springs, MS Fire and Rescue Department for many years where he received many certifications for Fire, Rescue and Dive. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Monticello.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Michelle Poe Lafever of Monticello; two sons, Andy Lafever and wife Katie of Olive Branch, MS and Thomas Lafever and wife Amy of Monticello; one daughter, Anna Lafever of Conway; two brothers, Johnny Lafever and wife Suzanne of Holly Springs, MS and Dee Lafever of Corinth, MS; two sisters, Michelle Lafever Canten and Melinda Lafever both of Corinth, MS; and four grandchildren, Gus and Elizabeth Lafever of Olive Branch, MS and Mckinzie Lafever and Baby Boy Lafever due in March 2026 of Monticello, AR.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kelly Jones and Rev. Ryan Watson officiating. There will be a visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. You can sign Eddie's guestbook registry here on his page.
Condolences(9)
Rhonda Hatley
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 11, 2025 I have the honor of working with Thomas now at UAM and have known him since his student worker days in college. He and Amy both were student workers here while in college. I am so sorry for the loss of your father and my thoughts are with you, your mother and all of the family today.Robin Davis Johnson
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Michelle and family,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Life is so short and heaven has gained a good man. Praying for comfort through these trying times.
Robin Johnson
Henry Holbrook
Holly Springs, MS Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Sorry for the loss of a good friend Eddie. We had a lot of good time at the HSFD in holly springs. So rest in peace fire brother.Pat Barlow
Tunica, MS Wednesday, September 10, 2025 So sorry for your loss Michelle. Eddie was a great friend and boss. Prayers are going out for you and family. He will be missed.Laci Harris
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Michelle and Family,We are so sorry for your loss. Eddie will be missed by many! I am thankful for the fun memories our families shared over the years. You are in our many thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless you.
Love,
Laci, Crayton, Parker & Rhett Harris
Ann Sivley
Greenwood, MS Wednesday, September 10, 2025 Michelle and familyI am so sorry for your loss
I worked with Eddie many yrs and I just love Eddie .
I know you will miss him terribly .
Soo sorry
Ann Sivley
Grace Bonds
Holly Springs, MS Tuesday, September 9, 2025 So very sorry to hear about Eddie. Great memories of growing up with him ! 🥹Karla McAlexander Cline
Collierville, TN Tuesday, September 9, 2025 I’ll always remember you my sweet friend.💙 My prayers are with you all during this sad time.🙏🙏🙏Destanie Nevels (McGallicher)
Hot springs, AR Tuesday, September 9, 2025 Sending love and prayersmy deepest condolences.