Beloved Florence Middle School coach dies

FLORENCE, Miss. (WJTV) – A coach and teacher at Florence Middle School has died, according to school officials.

Coach Eric Bridges, 46, died on September 17, 2025. School officials said they’re “incredibly heartbroken” by the loss of their colleague and friend.

Mississippi community college football player dies after game

Coach Bridges faithfully served as a beloved teacher, coach, and bus driver for Florence Middle School for the last 20 years. He brought continuous laughter and joy to our entire FMS family. We are so thankful for our community’s outpouring of love and support during this time. Please join us in keeping the Bridges family in your thoughts and prayers.

Florence Middle School

Bridges’ funeral will be held at First Baptist Church of Florence on September 20, 2025.

Close

Thanks for signing up!…

Story continues

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS