Waller Funeral Home established by Don and Patsy Waller began operation in December of 1977. At that time, the Wallers dedicated themselves to the principle of "our family serving your family" with compassion, commitment, and professionalism through a locally owned and operated funeral home.

While many changes have occurred during the years, our dedication to these principles remains. The decision to enter funeral service followed careful thought and soul-searching. Mrs. Waller was unsuccessful in a re-election bid for Chancery Clerk of Lafayette County in August 1975 and had become accustomed to the challenges of balancing a career with her role as homemaker. Immediately the Wallers began praying for God’s leadership in finding an endeavor in which she could become involved. In time, the Wallers were led to the idea of establishing Waller Funeral Home. After a long search and negotiations, property was purchased on newly four-laned Highway 6 West and the building covering more than 11,000 square feet was constructed.

Hopes for success were high as the chapel was dedicated on December 11, 1977 and spirits were lifted by the wonderful turnout for the dedication. The crowd filled the chapel and overflowed into the hallways. Much thought and preparation had gone into plans for the dedication service and open house. It was an exciting day for all.

But the years from 1978 to 1982 were long ones. At one time, more than 14 weeks went by without a death call. The Lord taught much patience. Realistically the Wallers knew a town the size of Oxford was small for the support of two funeral homes, and the performance and tradition of the Douglass-Elliott-Overstreet succession was respected and admired. Only when they were able to purchase Elliott Funeral Home on May 1, 1983, from Edgar Harold Overstreet, did they begin to justify their existence.

With this purchase the Wallers were able to employ their daughter and son-in-law, Beth and Bob Rosson. Bob immediately began attending mortuary school and completed his internship under Bobby Phelps, who has been a faithful employee since the beginning of our business. Beth began working alongside Patsy learning the responsibilities of funeral service and funeral home management.

In 1984, another funeral home, Oxford-Thomas Funeral Home, was established. Again, two funeral homes seemed too many. On September 1, 1987 the Wallers purchased Oxford-Thomas Funeral Home and sold the property to Hodges Funeral Home, which had long served the black community in Oxford.

Through the years, many improvements and additions to the building, equipment, and surroundings have been made. Major enhancements have included assuming ownership of Eastover Memorial Cemetery in 1987 and constructing a large addition to the funeral home in 1993.

From the beginning, the funeral directors of Waller Funeral Home have been licensed, qualified and well trained. Presently Bob Rosson, Bobby Phelps, Rocky Kennedy and Brett Rosson are licensed in all areas of funeral service. Don and Patsy Waller and Beth Rosson are licensed funeral directors. Sally Kate Rosson Walker, now manages the insurance office and is serving an internship to become a licensed funeral director. She also assists in many other areas of the funeral home.

Due to health problems, Patsy Waller gave up active daily participation at the funeral home in August 1988. The operation is now in the capable hands of Robert Theron "Bob" Rosson, Jr. CFSP and Beth who, along with an excellent staff, are continuing the theme of "our family serving your family".