Elizabeth Amanda “Libby” Farish

Mrs. Elizabeth Amanda “Libby” Farish, 91, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Winston County Nursing Home Dogwood Cottage in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, August 3rd, at Porter funeral Home, with Rev. Trent Jaudon officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Full obituary to follow....

Joyce P. Miller

Joyce P. Miller, 97, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at the Winston County Nursing Home, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Mount Sinai M. B. Church, MS-397, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mount Sinai M. B. Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Joyce was born December 15, 1927 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Pat Hampton and Avery Lampley Hampton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Parents, six brothers and six sisters.

She is survived by; brother, Carlton Ray Hampton (Margie) of Milwaukee, WI. and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Myrna Loy Merchant White

Myrna Loy Merchant White, of Louisville, Mississippi, was born in Louisville on November 19, 1939, and went home to see the Lord, and her husband Terry—on July 29, 2025. Born the first child to Raymond Nesmith Merchant and Estelle Alewine Merchant, Myrna grew up in Louisville.

Her spirit lives on through her two sons, Terry "Gil" White, Jr. and wife Laura, of Easley, South

Carolina, and James Merchant White and wife Laurie, of Santa Fe, Texas; her grandchildren,

Brian White (Christen), Jenna Hunter (Jason), Scott White, David White (Lauren), Julie White

(Patrick), and Ashley Jungedeitering (Andre); and her great-grandchildren, Kyler, Harper,

Payton, Audrey, Rylie, Lucille, and Pierce. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband

of 66 years, Terry Gilbert White, Sr., her parents, and her sister, Monica Merchant Taylor.

Over her 85 years, Myrna taught us countless things—many of which could not be found in

books, but only in the stories she told or the meals she made. We learned:

● Basketball was the only sport worth perfecting—until your ankles gave out. Expect that.

● The word “well” is a verb. Depending on how you say it, with inflection or no inflection,

tone or no tone, it can mean about 47 different things.

● One needs at least 8 sets of dishes. One for each season obviously, plus in case you

needed to mix it up randomly on a Wednesday. No drink ever topped that first Hurricane

on Bourbon Street after marrying Terry and moving to New Orleans.

● She couldn't keep a plant alive, but she'd sure try and you should too.

● Café Du Monde was overrated—unless it was a Tuesday, when they fried them with fresh oil.

● Tony Chachere’s was better than Old Bay.

● Recipes were suggestions. Results were incredibly good, and unable to replicate.

● Tables must be set, preferably by children. Centerpieces are non-negotiable (garden variety, please).

● Chocolate pie healed everything, even if the recipe was different every time.

● Stuffing is not the same as dressing, and you should always make two pans.

● Christmas gifts didn’t need to be wrapped well. Kids don’t care.

● Every good kitchen has ten butcher blocks and at least two fridges, plus a deep freezer—for deer

meat or whatever the grandkids caught.

● Sad? Eat something. It’ll help.

● Label your casserole dishes in illegible sharpie marker so that everyone knows it’s yours. Pyrex is

valuable.

● There’s always something new at the “Wal-Mark,” so you should go ahead and visit one wherever you

travel. And walking around there is good exercise.

● The speed limit is a suggestion. But only for her, you should slow down.

In later years, she liked to say that she did alright—she and Terry had a good life. She never let

him forget about the plane he promised her in 1985. God, give her that plane now—she’s got

places to be and people to visit.

Flowers can be sent to Poplar Flat Baptist Church in Louisville, MS, or a memorial donation may

be made to the American Red Cross, Hill Country Chapter, a fitting tribute for someone who

nursed everyone around her and spent much of her adult life in Texas.

https://www.redcross.org/local/texas/central-and-south-texas/about-us/locations/hill-country.html

Funeral services will be held at Poplar Flat Baptist Church on Friday, August 1, 2025, under

the direction of Massey Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 10 am, followed by the

service at 11 am and a lunch afterwards.

 

Jerome Levell Rash

Jerome Levell Rash, 72, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home. Funeral service will be Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11 a.m. from  Mount Moriah M. B. Church, 308 South Martin Luther King Dr., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Kay Arnett Todd

 Kay Arnett Todd, 70, passed peacefully on to her eternal home on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Trinity Healthcare Center in Columbus, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, August 2 at Poplar Flat Baptist Church in Louisville, Mississippi, with Reverend Doug Wise and Reverend Rob Faulk officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Poplar Flat Cemetery.

William Page Goodrich

 William  Page Goodrich, 80, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice in Tupelo, MS.  Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. 

Lois Fulton Ellis

Lois Fulton Ellis, 95, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital—Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Monday, July 28 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 29 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Trent Jaudon, Pastor Sarah Windham, and Danny Hancock officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Noxapater Methodist Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi.

Lois was born December 6, 1929, to Murry and Evelyn Smyth Fulton in Louisville, Mississippi. She was a faithful member of Noxapater United Methodist Church. Lois was an excellent seamstress who enjoyed sewing for her family. For many years, she worked at the pants factory in Louisville; later, she retired from TRW. She enjoyed cooking and was known for her delicious chicken and dressing as well as her lemon icebox pies.

Lois is survived by her children: Bobby Ellis (Faye), Randal Ellis both of Noxapater; Sandra Ellis Williamson of Louisville; Myrna Ellis Hancock (Danny) also of Noxapater; and Charles Ellis of Vicksburg, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny” to her seven grandchildren: Kevin Ellis (Kristy), Bruce Ellis, Chris Ellis, Jessica Williamson, Jason Hancock (Mary Jane), Daniel Ellis (Carmen), and Heather Turner (Jeremy); in addition to her 14 great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind her brother, John Fulton (Metta) and sister, Sara Womack. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Olton “Bill” Ellis; son-in-law, Don Williamson; and her parents.

Serving as pallbearers are Kevin Ellis, Bruce Ellis, Daniel Ellis, Jeremy Turner, Jason Hancock, Robby Ellis, Christian Ellis, and Cooper Pitt. Memorials in honor of Lois may be given to the Winston-Choctaw Gideon Camp, P. O. Box 556, Louisville, MS 39339.

 

Elizabeth Jernigan Thompson

Elizabeth Jernigan Thompson, 75 of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2 p.m., from Mount Moriah M. B. Church, 308 South Martin Luther King Dr., Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m. from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Elizabeth was born to the parents of Alex Houston and Ollie Jernigan on September 3, 1949 in Winston County Mississippi. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Alex Houston and Ollie Jernigan Foster; child, William Deffrey Watt; siblings, Sarah Welch and Linda Jernigan.

Elizabeth is survived by; husband, Ronald F. Thompson; children, Denise Trenay Battle (Jesse), Terrence Kevin Watt (Jeannette Redeener), Lisa L. Paxton, and Tony Thompson; grandchildren, Jessica Denise Battle, Christopher Blake Watt, Roddrick Tooles, Chelsey Kelly, Tony Thompson, Jr., and Dakota Thompson; siblings, Jerry Mac Jernigan, Tommy Williams and Doris Jean Lane; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Carnette Hudson

 Ms. Carnette Hudson, 67, of Winston County, passed away at home in Louisville, MS, on July 22, 2025.  Visitation will be held on July 27, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Taylor’s Funeral Home of Louisville is entrusted with the arrangements.

Mary Hodge Darby

 Mrs. Mary Hodge Darby, 92, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at her home in Noxapater, MS. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, July 25th, at Noxapater Methodist Church, with Rev. Sara Windham officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 P.M. until service time at the church. Interment will be in Noxapater Methodist Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mary was born November 23, 1932, in Noxapater to Elsie Mae and Hayward Hodge. She was a graduate of Noxapater High School, and was a homemaker. She was a faithful member of Noxapater Methodist Church, where she was very active in every ministry of the church.She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Paul Darby.

Mary is survived by three sons, Paul (Leesa) Darby of Noxapater, John Walter Darby of Noxapater, and Timothy (Deedee) Darby of Aluacha, FL; six grandchildren, Matthew (Emily) Darby, Shay (Shelley) Darby, Zachary (Kori) Darby, Ashley Darby, Cameron (Devon) Darby, and Chase (Alise) Darby; and her grandchildren, Kooper Darby, Charlee Darby, Kye Darby, Lakelyn Darby, Koah Darby, Logan Darby, and Harper and Finley Macarages.

John DePriest

John DePriest (64) peacefully left this life for his eternal home Monday, July 21st, 2025.John was a hard working, kind hearted, person who leaves behind a loving, dedicated wife Meg, his son Dustin, daughter-in-law Katie, his father Millard DePriest, his sister Jana Larson, brother-in-law Kevin, and grandsons, Dax and Briggs. John was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy “Dot” DePriest. He was a member of Bethlehem Church in Starkville, Ms. He was a dedicated employee of Taylor Machine Works and enjoyed hunting and farming with his grandfather J.T. Reed and family.

Memorials in honor of John may be given to Bethlehem Church of Starkville, P. O. Box 1413, Starkville, MS 39760.

Oscar Dee Eiland

 Oscar Dee Eiland, 97 of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at the Louisville Health Care Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, July 26, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 206 Pleasant Grove Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Oscar leaves to cherish his memories his loving and devoted wife, Mae Bell Eiland; children, Lucy (Chester) Triplett, Inez Harrington, Dorothy (Kenneth) Knowles, Oscar (Joan) Eiland, Joy Eiland all of Louisville, MS., Lula B. Doss of Arlington Heights, IL., Willie Bernard Eiland of Broadview, IL., Annette (Ronnie) Jones of Plainfield, IL. and Charles (Darlene) Eiland of Chicago, IL; 19 grandchildren, two of which he raised, Darrel Eiland and Corey Doss; 46 great grandchildren, 32 great great grandchildren; special friends, Demp and Joe Jernigan, Jr. and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Linda Denise Billups

 Linda Denise Billups, 63, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home.

Linda was born March 26, 1962 in Lauderdale County Mississippi to the parents of Leora Culberson and Karon Lee Clark Culberson.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Leoza Culberson and Karon Culberson; siblings, Willie Davis, Vard Lee Davis, Frank Culberson, Leroy Culberson, James Otis Steele, Lola Harrington, Phyllis Glass, Gloria young, Carolyn Lynch and Mary Culberson.

Linda is survived by; husband, Lester Billups; children; Leslie Gill Odetunde and Danielle Billups; grandchildren, Deshuna Culberson, Shekira Gill and Dantavius Triplett; great grand child, Kazleigh Jackson; siblings, Karen Kirk (Edward), Freddie Davis, Keith Culberson and Erma Culberson; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

James Thrasher

 Mr. James Thrasher, 94, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Oktibbeha County Hospital in Starkville, MS.  Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. 

Jerry Kelley Nance

Mr. Jerry Kelley Nance, 75, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at First Methodist Church at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, July 21st, with Rev. Damon Williams and Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. at First Methodist Church. Interment will be in Ellison Ridge Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Jerry was born August 14, 1949 in Louisville, MS to R. B. and Modine Kelley Nance. He was a 1967 graduate of Louisville High School where he was a student bus driver. He attended East Central Junior College where he was a member of the Baptist Student Union, ECJC band, ECJC choir, and the Drama Club. Jerry earned his Bachelor of Music Education degree and Master of Music degree from Delta State College. He was instrumental in forming the DSC Music Alumni Association and served as the first president.

Jerry began his 54 year music career by becoming a church music director in 1968 at Good Hope Baptist Church. While at Delta State he served First Baptist Church in Boyle, MS. After moving back to Winston County he was choir director at Calvary Baptist Church for 13 years and First Methodist Church of Louisville for 36 years. He also worked as a partner with his father in the masonry contracting business. Jerry received his AA Nursing degree from ECCC in 2000 and was employed as a Registered Nurse for Winston Medical Clinic in Louisville.

Jerry was fundamental in the formation of Cornerstone Clinic offering free medical aid to the citizens of Winston County and was chosen Winston County’s Man of the Year primarily for those efforts. Jerry was a member of Winstonville Masonic Lodge, Louisville Shrine Club, Louisville Little Theater and Served 40 years as a member of the ECCC Board of Trustees. Jerry was also a member of the East Winston Volunteer Fire Department

Jerry was preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Joyce Freeman Nance; his mother Modine Nance: two sons, Richard (Rachel) Nance of Louisville, and Jason (Sara) Nance of Northport, AL; two sisters, Pam Nance of Louisville, and Patsy (John) Prisock of Craig Springs, MS; and two grandsons, Bryce and Sam Nance.

Pallbearers will be Cliff Hudson, Joe Morgan, Wade Baskin, Brent Gregory, John Clark, Dan Sullivan, and Ricky Hartness.

Memorials in Jerry’s memory may be made to First Methodist Church, P. O. Box 523, Louisville, MS, 39339.

Earl Randolph Kirk, Sr.

 Earl Randolph Kirk, Sr., 88, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Thursday, July 17, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Kenny Chessor officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 2 p.m. until service time at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Sunrise Memorial Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi.

Earl was born November 11, 1936, to Alvin Earl and Enid Claire Schooler Kirk in Louisville. He retired as a material handler from Taylor Machine Works. Earl enjoyed working in his garden and singing the old country songs. He was known as “Mr. Fix-It” because he could fix anything and was also good at repurposing items that could not be repaired to work as designed. Most of all, he loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Earl is survived by his daughter, Julie Kirk of Louisville and son, Eddie Kirk (Selena) of Collinsville, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPaw” to his grandchildren: Natalie Holdiness, Alisha (Shelby) Copas, Jessica (Jason) Harlan, Heather Sabinson, Jeremy (Jennifer) Kirk, Kevin Kirk, Ashley Former, and Jennifer Kirk; as well as his great-grandchildren: Joseph Saucier, Edward Saucier, Amy Sabinson, Roy Sabinson, Justin Sabinson, Coby Sabinson, Destiny Sabinson, Erin Kilbreath, Kelsey Kirk, Austin Catt, Taylor Kirk, Caleb Kirk, Chelsea Murietta, Dominic Mack, Audrey Mack, Emily Kirk, Quinton Kirk, Aaron Randolph Kirk, and Jaxon Holdiness. He also leaves behind three great-great-grandchildren; sister, Kathryn Kirk; and brother, Sam Kirk (Barbara) all of Louisville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally Ann Kirk; sons, Ricky Kirk and Earl Kirk, Jr.; his parents; brothers, Alvin Ralph Kirk and Roger T. Kirk, sisters, Lola Kirk and Lavada (Bobby) Robertson; and great-grandson, Hunter Copas.

Serving as pallbearers are Shelby Copas, Roy Sabinson, Jeremy Kirk, Jason Harlan, Justin Sabinson, and Edward Saucier. Honorary pallbearers are Joseph Saucier and Coby Sabinson.

Glory Shields

Ms. Glory Shields, 55, of Winston County, passed at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN on July 8, 2025. Visitation will be held on July 18, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Taylor Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services will be at Taylor's Funeral Chapel at noon. Taylor’s Funeral Home of Louisville is entrusted with the arrangements.

Clyde Ellis Jones

Clyde Ellis Jones, 62, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2025, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Clyde was born August 21, 1962, to Peter and Lyda Rea Pennington Caminiti in Biloxi, Mississippi. He loved Elvis and enjoyed golf and WWE wrestling. Clyde was an excellent baker; he loved baking birthday cakes and grilling for his family; and he loved all types of water activities. He honored his country by serving as a merchant marine and was working to attain his captain license.

Clyde is survived by his loving wife, Josephine Jones of Louisville; and his children: John Louie Pineda Jones, Jessica Jones, Joseph Charles Pineda Jones, and Kristelle Ann Jones. He is also survived by two sisters, Melba Armstrong and Paula Caminiti; and his brother, Russell Caminiti. Clyde was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joe Allen; and sister, Patricia Caminiti.

Henry Edwards

 

 97, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, July 14 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will immediately follow the service in Betheden Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Henry was born January 4, 1928, to William Henry Edwards and Willie Sue Ivy Edwards. He was a member of Bevill Hill Church. Henry was a retired truck driver and he enjoyed gardening. He answered the call of his country by serving in World War II.

Henry is survived by his children: Mary Eaves, Johnny Edwards, Bobby Joe Edwards (Linda), and Henrietta Chancellor (Mike). One of his greatest joys was being “PawPaw” to his grandchildren: Robert Edwards (Madison), George Edwards (Sara Catherine), Keith Edwards (Kayla), Paul Edwards (Kasey), Katherine Ming (Dewayne), Chris Eaves (Michelle), Kristi Chancellor, and Kevin Chancellor; as well as his great-grandchildren: Toby Ming, Keely Ming, Thomas Eaves, Easton Eaves, Jackson Edwards, Emma Still, Austin Still, Hayden Ming, Carson Eaves, Harrison Edwards, Isla Edwards, Brantley Grace Edwards, Molly Ruth Edwards, Ella Edwards, Ava Kay Edwards, Amerine Edwards, and Millee Edwards. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jimmie Ruth Edwards; his parents; and his brother, Dut Edwards.

Serving as pallbearers are Robert Edwards, George Edwards, Keith Edwards, Paul Edwards, Kevin Chancellor, Chris Eaves, and Dewayne Ming. Honorary pallbearers are Paul Yateman, Mike Peterson, Bachie Vickers, Johnny Wayne Bradford, and Mike Perkins.

Rev. Dr. Donnie R. Woods, Sr.

 Rev. Dr. Donnie R. Woods, Sr., 70, of Charleston, SC., formerly of Louisville, MS., entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Funeral service will be Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2 p.m., from Saint James Presbyterian Church, 10524 Hwy. 25 South, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.