Lee Calvin Coleman, Jr.

Lee Calvin Coleman, Jr., 87 of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, February 17, 2025 at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February, 22, 2025 at 2 p.m. from 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, Louisville, MS.

Mr. Coleman was born to the parents of Lee Calvin Coleman and Mae D Murphy Coleman on October 25, 1937 in Winston County Mississippi. Mr. Coleman was preceded in death by his Parents; Lee and Mae D Coleman; Wife, Lillie Pearl Coleman; siblings, Wilbert Coleman, Edward Coleman, Gary Coleman, Hattie Mae Coleman, Christine Moulden and Annie Ruth Glenn.

Mr. Coleman is survived by; children, Dexter Coleman, Telvin Coleman and Shana (Jemero) Carter; 6 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; sibling, Cassandra Coleman; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Betty Ruth Sisson

Mrs. Betty Ruth Sisson, 91, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at her home in McCool, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, February 21st, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Hank Dempsey officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Owen Chapel Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Ruth was born June 19, 1933, in Choctaw County, MS. She was a graduate of Weir High School, and worked as a seamstress at the Louisville Pants Factory, and retired from TRW. She loved flowers, and was an avid quilter for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Pete” Sisson; her parents, Annie Ruth Romedy and Bell Covington; a Remedy son-in-law, Leo Howard.

She is survived by her daughters, Brenda “Susie” Howard and Kay (Thomas) Townsend; two sons, Jack (Cindy) Sisson and Jerry Charles (Beverly) Sisson, all of McCool, MS; nine grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Robby Dempsey, Brian Sisson, Jerime Howard, Wayne Hobson, Chad Townsend, and Brian Thrasher.

Memorials may be made to Owen Chapel Cemetery Fund, c/o Emily Whitman, 2301 Spay Road, McCool, MS, 39108

Sandra Ann Stanley

 Sandra Ann Stanley, 73, passed away on February 16, 2025, at her home in Winston, Mississippi, with her loving family and friends by her side. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel in Louisville, Mississippi, with Jon White officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 9:30 a.m. until service time at Massey Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow the service in Campground Cemetery.

Sandra was born on September 16, 1951, the second born of seven children born to Cleveland and Lucille Smith Garrard in Winston, Mississippi. Sandra enjoyed working in the flowers in her yard. She was an excellent seamstress and spent her life working in the industry. Sandra was an avid fisherman and deer hunter. She even had her own personal hunting season, only the family and close friends knew about. She loved helping others often going way above the need to help, no matter the cost. She loved cooking for the entire family and everyone who happened to stop by was always well fed. But most importantly, she dearly loved her family. She enjoyed doing whatever she could to make her family’s lives easier.

Sandra is survived by her husband of 26 years, Archie Stanley of Louisville; her children, Laurie Garrard (Brian), Thomas Stanley, Michael Stanley (Kathy), and Marsha Oxner (Traply). One of her greatest joys was her grandchildren: Jessica Wright (Jeremy), Jon White (Kathryn), Chelsie Parker (Toby), Candi Carter, Esmmee Watkins, Josh Watkins (Kayla), and 10 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Ray Garrard, Margie Thomas, Margaret Jones (Elton), Roger Garrard (Rosa), and Freda Adams (Jason Adams, ll) all from Winston County, Mississippi. Sandra is preceded in death by her son, William Steve Watkins; parents; brother, William Garrard; sister--in law, Beverly Garrard; and brother-in-law, Walter Thomas.

Serving as pallbearers are Drew Jones, Josh Watkins, Jason Adams, Danny Sullivan, Tarpley Oxner, Joe Walton, and Ronnie Fulton. Memorials in honor of Sandra may be given to Massey Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Ms. Bernice Donnell Burkes

Funeral services for Ms. Bernice Donnell Burkes will be held at 2 PM Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Mars Hill Pentecostal Church in Winston Co. with Rev. Kenny Chessor and Rev. Richard Burks officiating. Interment will be in Mars Hill Pentecostal Cemetery in Winston Co. Visitation will be 12:30 PM – 2 PM Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Mars Hill Pentecostal Church in Winston Co. John E. Stephens Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Ms. Burkes, 90, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at her home in Neshoba County. She lived most of her life in the Alice Community. She was a member of Mars Hills Pentecostal Church in Winston Co. Her hobbies were tending to her flowers, gardening, and working in the yard.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Arlie Norman Burkes; parents, Lawrence Edward and Bernice Estelle Pope Breazeale; daughter, Phyliss Ann Burkes; brother, Pat Breazeale.

Survivors include her daughters, Melissa Burks (Tommy), Shelia Tucker (Allen) both of Philadelphia; son, Jeff Burkes (Carolyn) of Philadelphia; sister, Linda Townsend of Philadelphia; brothers, Ray Breazeale of Philadelphia, Stevie Breazeale of Louisville; (7) grandchildren, Amanda McDonald (David), Kerri Weaver (Mark), Matthew Burks (Emily), Christopher Reeves, Bradley Burkes, David Tucker (Ashley), Michael Tucker (Jessie); (12) great-grandchildren and (1) great-great-grandchild on the way.

Pallbearers will be Matthew Burks, Bradley Burkes, Christopher Reeves, Brady Weaver, Lily McDonald, Kody Tucker, John Mark Coats, Caden Weaver, Arlie Burks, Landen Tucker.

Ida Mae Quinn Dickerson

Ida Mae Quinn Dickerson, 92, passed away on February 16, 2025, at her home in Louisville, Mississippi, with her loving family by her side. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel in Louisville, Mississippi, with Bro. Dwayne Kelsey officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 12:30 p.m. until service time at Massey Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow the service in Murphy Creek Cemetery.

Ida Mae was born November 22, 1932, the first born of 12 children born to James Robert and Emma Jones Quinn in Parchman, Mississippi. She was a faithful member of First Apostolic Church of Louisville as long as her health allowed her to attend. Ida Mae very much enjoyed working in the flowers in her yard and watching them grow. She was an excellent seamstress; she loved to fish; and she enjoyed helping others. She dearly loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Ida Mae is survived by her children: Reta Hartness, Robert Dickerson (Beverly Keene), Roy Dickerson (Dinky), and Mark Dickerson all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandmother or Granny” to her eight grandchildren: Shayne Hartness, Shannon Hartness, Angie Hartness, Mandi (Rodney) Dempsey, Kyle (Sarah) Dickerson, Carly Dickerson, John (Kristin) Dickerson, and Linsey (John) Anderson. She dearly loved her 13 great-grandchildren: Chase Jones, Dalton Hartness, Mary Elizabeth “Ellie” Dickerson, Peyton Dempsey, Parker Dempsey, Logan Dempsey, Maddie (Logan) Young, Gracie Edwards (Sawyer Roberts), Aiden Reed, John Allen Collier, Robert Jase Anderson, Walker Hayze Anderson, and was looking forward to the birth of Kyle Dickerson, Jr., “KJ” in March. She is also survived by four sisters: Louise Hamilton, Ora Lee Dickerson, Minnie Pearl McKee, and Bessie Adams. Ida Mae is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dickerson; son, Danny O’Neal Dickerson; grandson, Carl R. Dickerson; daughter-in-law, Carlene Dickerson; son-in-law, Otha Hartness, Jr., her parents; her sisters, Betty Jackson, Earlene Howard, Lila Kitchens, and infant sister Sammie Belle Quinn; and her brothers, Will “Bob” Quinn, James Edward “Jim” Quinn, and Robert Commodore Quinn.

Serving as pallbearers are Chase Jones, Dalton Hartness, John Anderson, John Mark Dickerson, Kyle Dickerson, and David Quinn. Memorials in honor of Ida Mae may be given to Murphy Creek Cemetery Fund, 5420 Bond Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at masseyfuneralhome.net.

Thomas “Tommy” Wayne Curtis

Thomas “Tommy” Wayne Curtis was born in Ackerman, MS, on June 4, 1956, to Hazel Curtis Coleman and Warren Robert Curtis, Sr. His paternal grandparents were Bryan and Mary Lee Curtis of French Camp, MS. Tommy was a delightful birthday gift to his mom, Hazel Curtis Coleman, when he was born on her birthday.

Tommy met His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face on February 14, 2025, in a beautiful example of Christ’s unfailing love. He is at peace and with Christ Jesus for eternity. This givessuch hope and comfort for our grieving hearts.

Tommy was preceded in death by his father, Robert Warren Curtis, Sr.; his mother, Hazel Curtis Coleman; his stepfather Robert “Bob” Lee Coleman; and his brothers Robert Warren Curtis Jr. and Joe Ed Curtis (Gloria).

Tommy is survived by his wife of 36 years, Debby McElroy Curtis; daughter Angie Curtis Miller (Shontezz); son Brian Thomas Curtis; daughter Tayrn Baggett (Truman) of Gulf Shores; sister Charlotte Curtis Taylor; grandchildren Javorie (Abby), Gibeau, Robby, Brett (Madison), Baleigh (Marc), and Tristyn; great grandchildren Curtis, Cannon, Aaidyn, andAudrey (due May, 2025); and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Tommy loved big and he loved many things: he loved his family dearly and completely. He loved Ole Miss sports, especially football. He loved Ackerman, Choctaw County, and the United States. Because of his great love, Tommy served in law enforcement for 36 years. During that time, he served with the Ackerman Police Department, the Choctaw County Sheriff's Department, and the Eupora Police Department. He also has served as an Alderman for the city of Ackerman for over 27years; he was three months shy of serving for 28 years. In fact, Tommy was the longest-serving Alderman in Ackerman’s history. During his tenure as Alderman, Tommy was only opposed in three elections!

Tommy was a husband, father, brother, friend, protector, lover of Ole Miss football, and a mischief-maker. He earned the nickname “Tomcat” because of his exuberant sense of humor. Tommy loved to laugh, and his giggle was infectious. His humor, love, and loyalty drove everything he did. But Tommywas never more content than when surrounded by family, his dog Riley, friends, and good catfish! Our hearts, the town of Ackerman, and Choctaw County will always hold Tommy in the deepest love and memories.

Victoria Ann Jolley Carlisle

On, February 16, 2025, Victoria Ann Jolley Carlisle was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord as she joined her blessed family members in heaven.

Funeral services will be held at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS, on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM, with visitation preceding the service at 11:00 AM. Alex Coblentz will be officiating. Internment will follow the service at Enon Cemetery.

“Vickki” Carlisle was born on January 5, 1953 to James and Virgina Jolley. Because of her parents’ illnesses, she spent ample time with her beloved second mother, her Aunt Belvia Horton. In 1972, she married her husband of 52 years, William Thomas Carlisle. They had two children, Kimberly and Jack. Vickki’s greatest calling in life was being a mother. She was a profoundly selfless and always placed her children’s needs above her own.

Vickki was a member of French Camp Presbyterian Church. She also served as a school secretary and book keeper at Ackerman Elementary School for over 30 years, where she left a lasting impact on generations of students and formed lifelong friendships with her coworkers. She retired in 2020.

Because her daughter suffered from infertility, Vickki prayed for years that Kimberly would be able to have a child, and in 2017, Kimberly and her husband Craig adopted their daughter, Riley. As Vickki’s only grandchild, Riley was one of the greatest joysof her life, and she cherished every second she got to spend with her.

Vickki described herself as a simple woman, but in truth, she was extraordinary. She had remarkable strength and courage, facing and overcoming cancer twice. A profound nurturer, she loved deeply, and everyone who encountered her felt the warmth of her kindness. She found joy in the simple things—spending time with her family, watching birds from her kitchen window, and vacationing in Fort Morgan, Alabama, where the sound of the waves brought her peace.

Vickki is preceded in death by her parents, Virginia Mae Schaffner Jolley and James Dewitt Jolley; her second mother, Belvia Wilmetta Schaffner Horton (Howard); her sisters, Glenda Jolley McMillin (Jim) and Carol Jolley Turnipseed (Don); and her brother, John Frank Jolley.

She is survived by the love of her life, her husband William Thomas Carlisle; her two beloved children, Jack Patterson Carlisle and Kimberly Jolley Carlisle Coghlan (Craig); her precious granddaughter, Riley Carlisle Coghlan; and a large, loving family of nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will forever cherish her memory.

Pallbearers will be Drew Cravens, Criss Turnipseed, Glenn Blaine, Austin Blaine, Scott Evans, and Craig Coghlan. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Cravens, Mark Cravens, Keith Cravens, Cole Cravens, Paul Cravens, and Will Evans

Clifford Narvel Patterson

Clifford Narvel Patterson, Jr., 57 of Louisville, MS, passed on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date by the family. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Sherry M. Wiygul

Mrs. Sherrie M. Wiygul peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Baptist Golden Triangle Hospital in Columbus, MS. She is survived by her husband, Glenn Wiygul of Louisville, MS, her daughter, Shawn Peters (and husband, Jason) of Sacramento, CA, her son, Eric White (and wife, Gigi) of Boerne, Texas, her brother Bruce MacAllister (and wife, Kathy) of Richmond, VA, her niece, Heather LaJoie, and her three grandchildren, Adair White, Skye Peters and Olive Peters.

Sherrie was born April 16, 1940, in Boston, MA, to A.R. (Rex) MacAlister and Dorothy Rice MacAlister. Her mother died at the time of Sherrie’s birth and her Aunt Edna came to help raise Sherrie and her older brother Bruce. Edna and Rex married, believing there ought to be two parents and that the love would come with time, which it did. Sherrie moved to Raymond, Maine as a young girl where she spent most of her childhood. Maine was always her happy place and she would return for vacation most summers after retirement. As a young adult, she enjoyed traveling in Europe for a year where she lived with her Aunt Elizabeth who was a foreign service officer. She was able to experience many trips throughout the United States including several Grand Canyon rafting trips down the Colorado River.

Sherrie received her B.S. from Louisiana State University and two masters degrees, one from Tulane University and the other from Mississippi State University. She ultimately began teaching at Starkville High School where she found her calling. Sherrie was an innovative biology teacher where she and her beloved colleagues received a National Geographic Society grant to create a biogeography class that integrated biology with local culture and history. Sherrie also earned her National Board Certification and was inducted into the Mississippi Hall of Master Teachers. Sherrie was recognized by the Mississippi State University Commission on the Status of Women as an Outstanding Educator.

She and her husband of 38 years, Glenn, loved their farm where they raised Katahdin sheep, a breed from Maine known for their hair and meat. Sherrie was very active in her community. She served as a board member for the Oktibbeha County Humane Society and donated her time and energy to The Friends of the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee Wildlife Refuge, the Friends of the Black Belt Prairie, Golden Triangle Kennel Club, and the Mississippi Native Plant Society. Sherrie and her service dog, Sage, were familiar faces in the nursing homes in Starkville and Louisville. She was also a member of Liberty Universalist Church.

Memorials may be made to the Oktibbeha County Humane Society (510 Industrial Park Road, Starkville, MS 39759); Friends of the Black Belt Prairie (Mississippi Entomological Museum, Box 9775, Mississippi State, MS 39762) or Liberty Universalist Church, 3269 Bond Road, Louisville, MS, 39339.

A celebration of her life will occur in April with details to follow.

Carol Jannette Nelson

Carol Jannette Nelson passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the age of 87 after a short illness.

Jannette, or “Nette” as her family and many friends knew her, was born to Frederick Joshua Taylor and Mary Arrietta (Spears) Taylor on August 29, 1937 in McCool MS. She was a graduate of Lobutcha High School in Lobutcha MS and Draughon’s Business College in Jackson MS. She married the love of her life William Otis “Bill” Nelson in 1957 and they made their home in Jackson MS until 2005 when they moved to Brandon MS. After Bill’s passing, Jannette enjoyed living at Castlewoods Place Assisted Living in Brandon MS for several years.

Jannette was an antiques dealer for many years and loved sourcing and dealing in country primitive antiques, and for a time was co-owner of her own antique shop “The Country Mouse” in Ridgeland MS.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bill Nelson, her brother Jerry Taylor and her great grandchild Jay Thomas.

She is survived by her sister Joanne Adcock of Philadelphia MS; two sons and daughters-in-law: Larry and Madonna Nelson of Ridgeland MS and Joey and Dovie Nelson of Brandon MS; four grandchildren: Taylor Nelson of Brentwood TN, Colin Nelson of Nashville TN, Beth Shepherd of Summit MS, and Casey Cap of Canton MS; eight great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and many cousins, nieces and nephews and their many children and grandchildren.

Jannette will be greatly missed by the many who knew and loved her.

A funeral service honoring Jannette will be held at Porter Funeral Home in Louisville MS at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 15, 2025, with visitation on the same day from 10:00 am until the time of the service. Interment will be at East County Line Cemetery in McCool MS.

Brenda Gail Simmons Gregory

Brenda Gail Simmons Gregory, 66, passed away with her loving family at her side on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at her residence in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, February 13, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Mark Mayo officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Murphy Creek Cemetery.

Brenda was born November 15, 1958, to Melvin and Joy Dean Beck Simmons in Grenada, Mississippi. She was a member of Murphy Creek Baptist Church. Brenda enjoyed greeting and visiting with customers as they entered the family business, Gregory’s Food Mart. She also loved to plant flowers in the spring and watch them grow. Brenda was an excellent cook; but she also enjoyed eating out. Most of all, she dearly loved her family and enjoyed watching her grandchildren play ball.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, George William “Buddy” Gregory, Jr.; and her children, Eric (Shannon) Gregory and Heather (Brad) Tabor all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Nana” to her six grandchildren: Alexis (Max) Burdine, Hunter Gregory, Hayze Gregory, Ashlyn Tabor, Devin Tabor, and Maddox Tabor. She also leaves her great-granddaughter, Jordyn Burdine; and was looking forward to the birth of another great-granddaughter in May. Additionally, Brenda is survived by her loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Michael Earl Simmons; and sister, Rhonda Simmons.

Serving as pallbearers are Hunter Gregory, Hayze Gregory, Devin Tabor, Maddox Tabor, Max Burdine, and Corby King. Memorials in honor of Brenda may be given to Murphy Creek Cemetery Fund, 5420 Bond Road, Louisville, MS 39339 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at stjude.org.

Lana Jo Roland

Lana Jo Roland, 46, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time at Porter Funeral Home.

Ann Cox McGowin

Ann McGowin, 88, of Louisville, MS, moved to her heavenly home on February 7, 2025 at Bedford Care- Monroe Hall, Hattiesburg, MS. Born on October 26, 1936, in Philadelphia, MS, Ann lived a devoted life of love and dedication to her family and friends.

Ann and her family resided in Greenville for more than forty years where they enjoyed being members of Trinity Methodist Church. Ann and Jamie moved to Louisville, MS to be closer to their grandchildren and lived there for more than 20 years. She was an active member at First Methodist Church. She spent the last 5 years of her life at the Aldersgate Retirement Community in Meridian, MS where she enjoyed living among many new friends. Her faith and her service to others were testimony to her life.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jamie, and her brother William Horlock of Atlanta, GA.

Ann is survived by her sons, Jim of San Antonio, TX and David (Paula) of Ellisville, MS. Her grandchildren are Matt (Amanda) McGowin of Flowood, MS and Mallory (Joe) Parker of Pelahatchie, MS. Her great grandchildren are Wesley McGowin, Maggie McGowin, Claire McGowin, Chase Parker, Tuff Parker and Jax Parker. She was affectionately known as Nanny Annie to her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at Cook’s Chapel Cemetery outside of Philadelphia, MS on Thursday, February 13th. Visitation will be a 1:30 and the service will follow at 2:00.

Reverand Kenneth Owens will officiate the service. Arrangements are being handled by Porter Funeral Home of Louisville, MS.

Jessie "Mack" Parkes

Jessie “Mack” Parkes, 87, walked into the presence of his Savior on February 9, 2025, at the Plain View Assisted Living Facility in Richland, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully in his sleep. Funeral services will be 12 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2025, at Noxapater Baptist Church in Noxapater, Mississippi, with Bro. David Allen officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Mt. Carmel Cemetery with Bro. Jeff Mann officiating.

Born in Winston County to Richard and Lillie Parkes on December 15th, 1937. Mack was the fifth of the couple’s six children.On July 24th, 1959 Mack married the love of his life, Vera Stanley. The couple started their family with the birth of their first child, Debbie. A son, Stan, later joined the growing family. A third child, Mark, was also born. Mark was taken home to heaven as a baby.

Mack spent the majority of his career in law enforcement. After several years as a Winston County Deputy Sheriff Mack joined the ranks of the Louisville Police Department. After 22 years as Louisville’s Chief of Police, Mack retired in 1996.

After his much-deserved retirement Mack spent his time working his farm, trapping and enjoying the fellowship at his Church; the Noxapater Baptist Church.Mack was a strong man of God that loved his family and his community. He offered many earnest prayers to heaven for those he loved.

Mack is survived by his daughter Debbie Allen; son-in-law David Allen; their children: Jonathan (Wynne), Josh, and Joseph (Bat-El), great-grandchildren: Cormac, Vera, Amelia and Arthur; son Stan and daughter-in-law Sandi and their children Alex, Kelsey and Shelby; and his brothers Billy and Albert.

Mack is preceded in death by his parents RJ and Lillie; his sisters Kathleen Hemphill and June Shelton; his brother Bobby Jack; his wife Vera; and his son Mark.

Serving as pallbearers are Jonathan Allen, Joshua Allen, Joseph Allen, Alan Young, Hugh Barrier, and George Freeman.

Franklin Lloyd Woodruff Sr.

Franklin Lloyd Woodruff Sr. passed away Thursday February 6, 2025 at home on his farm surrounded in prayer by his loving family. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 9th, at Flower Ridge Methodist Church, with Rev. Keith Williams officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Sunday from 2:00 P.M. until service time. Interment will be in Flower Ridge Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Franklin was born to Woodrow and Mary Alice (Lloyd) Woodruff April 30, 1944. He was a 1962 Graduate of Noxapater High School. Upon Graduation he joined the Navy. In September of 1965 he married his high school sweetheart Frances King Woodruff.

After the Navy, Franklin worked for AT&T and was a dairy farmer. He worked for Georgia Pacific Particleboard. After GP closed, he got his license to drive 18 wheelers where he drove for GP chemical plant, Lee’s Trucking and Fair’s. After fully retiring from driving trucks, he loved to drive the bus for Winston Academy. Franklin was a member of the Jaycees where he served as President. He was also a member for the SCV serving as the Camp Commander for the Capt. John M. Bradly Camp. He was a member of the Louisville Little Theater Group performing in plays and building sets. He enjoyed being with the Alasippi Rifles.

Franklin was an active member of Flower Ridge Church where he was a member of the choir. He loved to sing and sang at many functions over the years. Franklin’s greatest pleasure was being GrandPakka to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Franklin is preceded in death by his Parents and his wife.

He is survived by his children Franklin L. Woodruff, Jr. (Trudy), Marc Woodruff (Callie), and Beth Hemphill (Jason). His grandchildren Katie Shotts (Jay), Nathan Hemphill (Jessica Tanner), John Hemphill (Krista), Andrew Woodruff (Christana) and Richard Woodruff (Brittany). His great grandchildren, Avery and Thomas Shotts, Raelynn Woodruff and Jayden Hemphill. His bonus granddaughters Ashtyn Drury and Jaylee Loyd. He is survived by his brothers Bobby J. Woodruff (Barbara), Terry L. Woodruff (Karen) and sister-in-law Lou Eaves (Ronnie) along with a host of nieces and nephews.

William Douglas Lockett

William Douglas Lockett, 76, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at the Choctaw County Nursing Home, Ackerman, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 2 p.m. from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Springhill Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.


William was born February 7, 1948 to the parents of Willie Gene Lockett and Ada Marie Cotton Lockett in Winston County Mississippi.William was preceded in death by his parents; children, Worthy D. Lockett and Tenia Lockett; siblings, Brandon Lockett, Prentiss Lockett, Willie B. Lockett, Johnie B. Lockett, Selma Triplett and Betty Lockett.


William is survived by children, Douglas Lockett, Jr. Clifton Porter (Catina), Dimario Parks (Lakaski), Marie Triplett, Pheebe Lockett, Angela Eiland, Dominique Houston, Kavedrick Lockett and Barry Triplett; siblings, Mable Thames (W.C.), Katie Hughes, Brenda Lockett, Gloria Johnson and Victor Lockett; 20 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Catherine Smith

Catherine Smith, 79, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 11 a.m., from the Bethel M. B. Church, 5559 Crystal Ridge Road, 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.

Catherine was born April 26, 1945 to the parents of Oliver Wooten and Clara Doss Wooten in Winston County Mississippi.

Catherine was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver and Clara Bell Wooten; husband, Robert Lee Smith; sisters, Ida Mae Ferguson, Elmer Pearl Sanders, Zennie Bell Coleman, Rosezell Bender, and Elmer Ree Lampkin; brothers, Unior "Pap" Wooten, John Wooten (Diane), and Oliver "Roger" Wooten, Jr.; and a special sister-in-law, Cornelia Smith Sherrod (Robert).

Catherine leaves to cherish her memory her loving daughter, Kathy Renee Smith; sisters, Ethel Edwards and Callie White; brothers, Junior "Jack" Wooten, Silver "Jimmy" Wooten and Ernest Lee Wooten; and nieces who were like daughters- Bobbie Haynes and Georgia Moore. Catherine will also be cherished and truly missed by dozens of nieces, nephews, family, friends, neighbors and the Bethel, Crystal Ridge and Ellison Ridge Communities;

Willie Doris Moore

Willie Doris Moore, 80, of Noxapater, MS., passed on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1 p.m., from Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 825 Miller Avenue, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p. m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mount Vernon Church Cemetery, 200 Culberson Road, Noxapater, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Charles Matthew Riddle

 Charles Matthew Riddle, 84, of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, February 3, 2025 at the Saint Dominic Hospital, Jackson, MS. A visitation will be Sunday, February 9, 2025 from 2 until 5 p.m., from the Funeral Home. A graveside Service will be Monday, February 10, 2025 at 11 a.m., from the Hopewell United Methodist  Church Cemetery, 7133 Hinze Road, Louisville, MS.  Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements. Charles is survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Barry W. Holton

 Funeral services for Barry W. Holton will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 1 p.m. from McClain-Hays Chapel with Rev. Gerald Branum officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery Winston County, MS. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. until service time at McClain-Hays Funeral Service.Barry Holton, a native of Winston County, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025.

He graduated from Philadelphia High School in 1979. After school, he worked on the family cattle farm. Barry loved spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, but his greatest joy was being with his family. He was a member of Noxapater Baptist Church.

Barry is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bobby and Judy Alexander Holton.

Pallbearers are David Alexander, Stanley Alexander, Danny Alexander, Ferrell Alexander, Danny Holton and Hugh Barrier.