Dr. William Edd Sellers, Jr. (Bill Jr.), 62, passed and went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at his home. He was born on July 23, 1964, in Greenwood, Mississippi, to William Edd Sellers, Sr. and Virginia Shows Sellers.

Bill’s legacy is one of education, service, leadership, giving back to others, his love of the Lord, and his family. His greatest joy was found spending time with his family, especially his grandbabies.

Bill served in Education for 38 years within Jackson Public Schools and Hinds County Schools. He served as a high school History Teacher and Coach, Assistant Principal, Principal, and an Assistant Superintendent. His career was more than a profession-it was a calling. During his years of dedication, Bill influenced generations of students, teachers, and administrators through his leadership, knowledge, and genuine care for others.

Outside of his career, Bill loved hunting, singing and playing guitar, cooking, studying the word of God, and above all else spending time with his family. Family was the most important thing to him, though the grandchildren held a particularly special place in his heart. They affectionately referred to him as “Ba Bad”.

Bill was also deeply committed to service through the Masonic organizations to help the community, especially the children. He was a 3rd generation Master Mason and a past Master of Capitol Lodge #600. He was a 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, where he was honored to serve as the General Secretary of the Valley of Jackson. He was currently serving as the Potentate of Wahabi Shrine.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, William “Bill Edd” Sellers and Virginia Sellers.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Tina Clark Sellers; his two daughters, Darla McDaniel (Robert) of Cleveland, MS, and Kaitlyn French (Beau) of Pearl, MS; his three cherished grandchildren, Robyn McDaniel, William McDaniel, and Jonathan “JB” French, Jr.; and his brother, Bob Sellers (Kristi) of Raymond, MS, along with a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends who will miss him dearly.

He will be remembered fondly by the many lives he was a part of, people he mentored, the community he served, and especially for the love he had for his family.

Family and friends are invited to gather together to honor Bill’s life, celebrate his legacy, and share the memories of a man who gave so much.

In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a donation to Shriners Children’s Shreveport in honor of Bill Sellers Jr.