Steve Warren

Graveside services for Steve Warren will be held Monday, June 29, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Fellowship Cemetery with Rev. Leavy Shoffner officiating. McClain-Hays is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Warren, 62, of Philadelphia, died Friday, June 26, 2020.

He was a native of Joliet, Illinois and moved to Neshoba County early in his life where he made his home. He worked for MDOT for 40 years until his retirement.

He is survived by his father, Willie “Bill” Warren of Philadelphia; sisters, Susan Shoffner (Earl) of Philadelphia, Carrie Stacy (Steve) of Louisville and Jennie Sullivan (David) of Louisville; brothers, Billy Warren of Ingram, TX and Leonard Warren (Jo-Ann) of Hanover, PA; a host of nieces and nephews.

Mr. Warren was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Warren; mother, Wilma Warren; brother, Richard “Red” Warren.

Thelma A. Knighton

Thelma McDaniel Knighton passed away to her Heavenly Home on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi. A private graveside service will be held Saturday, July 11 at Welcome Chapel Church Cemetery. Interment will follow in Welcome Chapel Church Cemetery.

Thelma was born on November 10, 1934 to Elbert and Lenora Clark McDaniel. She was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church in Columbus. Thelma retired after working as an Inspector for 34 years at United Technologies. One of her favorite hobbies was gardening.

Thelma is preceded in death by her husband, James C. Knighton, of 61 years. She is also preceded in death by her parents, Elbert and Lenora Clark McDaniel, four brothers, James, T.J., Wayne and Charles McDaniel. She is also preceded in death by one sister, Agnes McDaniel Warren Ruth. She is survived by two sisters, Eunice McDaniel Warren Chitry, Batesville, Mississippi and Nora McDaniel Green, Terry, Mississippi. She is also survived by four sisters-in-law, Dale Benson, Ann Fisher, Jean McCool and Nancy Allgood. Thelma is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews who loved their “Aunt Thelma” and she loved them.

Thelma’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the member of the LHC Group Hospice in Columbus for their devoted care to her. Also, we would like to thank all of the Nurses on the 3rd Floor and the kindness that they showed our loved one with their continuous care and daily updates of her health. Also, we would like to extend special thanks to Dennis and Robin Wilkerson and Ann Fisher for their dedication to Thelma’s wellbeing and care. From the bottom of hearts, we thank you all for your care and love for Thelma.
Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

John McCully

John McCully, 80, of Cleveland, OH., formerly of Louisville, passed on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, in Cleveland, OH., at the Greens of Lyndhurst Nursing Home. Graveside service will be Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at 11 a.m., from Union Chapel Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

William Tullos

Mr. William McDonald Tullos, 79, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Graveside services will be held at 6:00 P. M. on Friday, July 3rd, at Owens Chapel Cemetery on Spay Road near Louisville, with Rev. Hank Dempsey officiating. Interment will be in Owens Chapel Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Tullos was born on October 25, 1940, in Leake County, MS. He was a welder, and an Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Tullos, and his parents, Steven A. and Wilma Brock Tullos.

He is survived by three daughters, Tondra Williams of Norwood, N.C., Candie Tullos of Foley, Al, and Brenda Bowman of Oxford, MS; a step-son, Jimmy Roland of McCool,MS; five grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Eddie Mae Coleman

Mrs. Eddie Mae Coleman, 66, of Noxapater, Mississippi, passed on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at her home. Graveside Service will be Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at the Mount Vernon M. B. Church Cemetery, Noxapater, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Martin V. Boatner

Martin V. Boatner, 78, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020, at his residence in Louisville, Mississippi. Graveside services will be 12 noon Saturday, June 27 at Mars Hill Cemetery with Bro. Scott Boatner and Bro. Mark Mayo officiating. Interment will follow in Mars Hill Cemetery.

Martin was born June 21, 1942, to Howard and Ruby Manning Boatner in Winston County, Mississippi. He was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church of Louisville. Martin was an avid fan of Ole Miss Football and he also enjoyed camping and fishing. He began his career in Louisville working with Mr. M. D. McMinn and eventually retired from Dixie Wholesale Waterworks in 1998 after more than 30 years of service. He answered the call of his country by serving in the United States Navy.

Martin is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Johnnie Maxey Boatner, and his two sons Gary Boatner and wife Angie, and Richard Boatner and wife Lynn all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys in life was being “Granddaddy” to his grandchildren Marty Boatner and Joseph (Ashley) Boatner. He is also survived by his brother Don Boatner, and his brother-in-law Millard Lloyd both of Philadelphia, Mississippi. Martin was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Birtha Lloyd.

Serving as pallbearers are C. J. Boatner, Casey Boatner, Donny Boatner, Lenny Boatner, Bobby Lloyd and Robby Lloyd. Memorial contributions in honor of Martin may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Tribute Program, P. O. Box 1000 Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

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

Annie Ruth Glenn

Mrs. Annie Ruth Glenn, 84, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at her home. Graveside Service will be Saturday, June 27, 2020, at 2 p.m., from Oliver Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Rubin Randolph Ross, Jr.

Rubin Randolph Ross, Jr., 84, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the Louisville Health Care Center, Louisville, MS. A Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Tiphane Lanay Hughes

Tiphane Lanay Hughes, 27, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at Regency Hospital, Meridian, MS. A Memorial Service will be conducted at a later date by the Family. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Rev. Bill Taylor

William H. "Bill" Taylor went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Father's Day, June 21, 2020 at OCH in Starkville with his daughter, Lara Taylor and son, Keith Taylor at his side.

Bill was the Pastor of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, Eupora, MS and City Councilman for the Town of Ackerman, MS.

Bill was born in Long Beach, MS to Rev. and Mrs. Charlie (Martha) Taylor. He was the 7th of eight children and had numerous half brothers and sisters as well. He attended Long Beach Schools, Clark College, & Mississippi College in Clinton, MS.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his son William Todd Taylor of Clarion, PA; two brothers Calvin Taylor of Beaumont, TX; Norris Taylor(Judy) of Kosciusko, MS; and 3 sisters, Julia Drumb of Deland, FL; Anne Gaspard of Covington, LA; & Dorothy Schultz of Salem, Arkansas.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Charlotte Curtis Taylor; his daughter Lara Taylor of Ackerman, MS; his son Keith Taylor and daughters Millie and Mary Jane Taylor of Ackerman; his son Kevin Taylor (Cheri) and children Stella, Camille, Elijah of Inlet Beach, Fl; granddaughter Madison Neal of Inlet Beach, Fl, grandson Ross Neal of Nashville, TN ; Daughter-In-Law, Lorie Knox Taylor of Clarion, PA, grandson Joshua Knox Taylor of Clarion, PA and granddaughter Sarah Grace Taylor of Lebanon, New Hampshire, one sister, Martha Jane Phelps (Jim) of Wiggins, MS , a brother Harold "Mac" Taylor of Long Beach, MS, his brother and sister-in-law, Tommy & Debby Curtis of Ackerman, and his sister-in-law, Gloria Curtis of Louisville, MS. He is also survived by a host of cousins, nieces & nephews.

A memorial donation may be made in memory of Bill to Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, 11980 Hwy. 9, Eupora, MS, 39744 or the charity of your choice.

Rose Earl Harris

Rose Earl Harris, 56 of Macon, MS., passed on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at the Noxubee General Hospital, Macon, MS. Graveside Service will be Tuesday, June 23, 2020, from the Mount Olive Church Cemetery, Macon, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Lillie Doris Griggs

Lillie Doris Griggs, 66, of Louisville, MS., passed on Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at the St. Dominic Hospital, Jackson, MS. Graveside service will be Saturday, June 27, 2020, at 11 a.m., from Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Ivy Jo Moore

Ivy Jo Moore passed away Thursday, June 18, 2020, at Diversicare Nursing Home in Eupora, MS. She was born on January 6, 1940, in Hazelhurst, MS, to Hardy and Ivy Nora Twiner. She was 80 years old. Mrs. Moore was a housewife and homemaker.

Private graveside services will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020, 2:00 p.m., at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery near Eupora, MS.

Mrs. Moore is survived by her husband, William Thomas(W.T.) Moore of Weir, MS, 1 son, Richard(Renee) Moore of Mantee, MS, 1 brother, Jacob(Katherine) Twiner of Hazelhurst, MS, 1 sister, Virgie(Floyd) Odom of Pearl, MS, 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents and 1 brother.

Hughes Allen Burt

Hughes Allen Burt, 87, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020, at the State Veterans Home in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, June 18 in the Nowell Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 9:30 a.m. until service time at Nowell Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Interment will follow in Flower Ridge Cemetery.

Hughes was born July 2, 1932, to B. C. and Marguerite Hughes Burt in Philadelphia, Mississippi. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Louisville. Hughes served in the Louisville National Guard and was called out during his first year of college to prepare to go to Korea. After being discharged from the Army, he attended Mississippi State University later transferring to Oklahoma State University where he graduated with a degree in Hotel Management. Hughes owned several restaurants on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, one in Jackson, and later one in Louisville. He was the director of Food and Beverage at the Mississippi State School of Veterinary Medicine cafeteria. After his retirement, he moved to Louisville and lived on the Burt family farm. Hughes also enjoyed fishing and working on his tree farm evidenced by the fact that he was named Tree Farmer of the Year in 1997. He answered the call of his country by also serving and retiring from the Navy Reserve. Hughes was a Shriner of the Scottish Rite and a Master Mason.

Hughes is survived by his son Michael H. Burt and wife Stephanie of Mobile, Alabama. One of his greatest joys in life was being “Grandpa Burt” to his grandchildren Natalie and Ethan Burt. He is also survived by his sister Janice Burt Paty of Haymarket, Virginia. Hughes was preceded in death by his wife Annie Trippe Burt and his parents.

Serving as pallbearers are Ethan Burt, Tim Burt, Joe Morgan, and Wes Stapp. Memorial contributions in honor of Hughes may be given to Flower Ridge United Methodist Church, c/o Beth Hemphill, 820 Estes Switch Rd, Louisville, MS 39339.

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

James Frank Snow

James Frank Snow, 82, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, Mississippi. Graveside services and interment will be 11 a.m. Monday, June 15 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi, with Rev. Mike Fondren officiating.  

James Frank was born November 20, 1937, to Herbert and Otis Lee Johnson Snow. He was a member of Noxapater Baptist Church. He enjoyed watching Mississippi State University football and attending football games at Noxapater Attendance Center prior to his declining health. James Frank enjoyed raising cattle and his farm, planning projects for others to complete, and he loved to eat…especially sweets! His greatest love was for his family who described him as a “kind, gentle, hardworking man who loved his family, his home, his community, his friends, his church, and his God.”  

James Frank is survived by his wife of 46 years Jane Rogers Snow; and two daughters Margaret Rosamond Sanborn both of Noxapater, and Patricia Rosamond Collins and husband Laverne of Saltillo, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys in life was being “Papaw Frank” to his four grandchildren: Amy Collins (Lane) Ferguson of Saltillo, Judd (Jennifer) Sanborn of Noxapater, Carla Collins (Lance) Elkins of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Lacey Sanborn (Daniel) Dunlap of Hernando, Mississippi; and to his eight great-grandchildren: Coleman Dunlap, Will Elkins, Parker Elkins, Logan Sanborn, Kaitlyn Sanborn, Collin Ferguson, Allyssa Ferguson, and Josh Ferguson. He is also survived by two nieces: Sonya Snow (Buddy) Good and Melissa Snow, and nephew Jeff (Kim) Snow; great-nieces Olivia Snow and Hannah Good; and great-nephew Jake Snow. James Frank was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Leroy Snow, his sister-in-law Dorothy Snow, and his son-in-law Keith Sanborn.

Memorial contributions in honor of James Frank may be given to Mt. Carmel Cemetery Fund, c/o Noxapater Baptist Church, P. O. Box 251, Noxapater, MS 39346.

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

Charles Edward Baxter

Charles Edward Baxter passed away Monday, June 8, 2020, at his residence, in Ackerman, MS. He was born on July 11, 1963, in Winston County, MS, to Ollie W. and Peggy(Jones) Baxter. He was 56 years old. Mr. Baxter was a retired welder.

A private family visitation will be held at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS, on Thursday, June 11, 2020, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Graveside services will follow at 10:00 a.m. at Concord Baptist Cemetery. Maury Jones will conduct these services.

Mr. Baxter is survived by his companion, Rebecca Oswalt of Ackerman, MS, his mother, Peggy Baxter of Ackerman, MS, 1 daughter, Mandy Baxter(fiancé-Cody Gentry) of Gallatin, TN, 1 sister, Kathy Jenkins of Starkville, MS, 5 grandchildren and a new granddaughter expected in August.

Mr. Baxter was preceded in death by his father, Ollie Baxter, and 2 brothers, Kenneth Baxter and Danny Baxter.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetic Association.

Sue Price Shepperd

Sue Price Shepperd, 95, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at Brooklyn Hall Personal Care Home in Mathiston, Mississippi. Graveside services and interment will be 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Noxapater with Rev. Michael Wells officiating.

Sue was born October 20, 1924, to Andrew Jackson and Berta Jones Price. She was a member of Noxapater Baptist Church. Sue loved to travel and was always ready “to go.” She loved her family very much and enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grands. She also helped raise many other children through the years as she loved to babysit; there was nothing she enjoyed more than rocking babies and singing to them. She faithfully read her Bible and enjoyed reading aloud to others at the personal care home. Her favorite meal was Wendy’s chicken nuggets, strawberry ice cream, and a Coca Cola.

Sue is survived by her daughter Judy Lovorn and husband Jimmy of Noxapater, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys in life was being “Granny” to her grandchildren: Christie (Scott) Stokes and Jimbo (Holleigh) Lovorn; and to her eight great-grandchildren: Haley Pierce, Hayden Pierce, Olivia Lovorn, John Tabor Stokes, Cooper McMullen, Carli Stokes, Sadie Lovorn, and Jack Lovorn. Sue was preceded in death by her husband Oneil Shepperd; her parents; five brothers: Johnnie, Leon, Jerald, Robert, and Glenn Price; and three sisters: Jewel Jackson, Catherine Dunn, and Charlotte Avery.

Serving as pallbearers are Jimbo Lovorn, Scott Stokes, Tabor Stokes, Cooper McMullen, Parker Ming, Hayden Pierce and Wayne Price. Honorary pallbearers are Olivia Lovorn, Carli Stokes, Sadie Lovorn, Haley Pierce, Jack Lovorn, and Kenny Price. Memorial contributions in honor of Sue may be given to Mt. Carmel Cemetery Fund, c/o Noxapater Baptist Church, P. O. Box 251, Noxapater, MS 39346 or to Baptist Children’s Village, P. O. Box 27, Clinton, MS 39060-0027.

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

James Russell McClure

James Russell McClure passed away Thursday, June 4, 2020, at the VA Nursing Home, in Kosciusko, MS. He was born on November 18, 1926, in Choctaw County, MS, to Ethel Robert and Chirstine(Weatherall) McClure. He was 93 years old. Mr. McClure was a retired carpenter.

Private graveside services will be held at Chester Baptist Cemetery near Ackerman, MS, on Saturday, June 6, 2020, at 10:00 a.m.

Mr. McClure is survived by 2 sons, Larry(Patricia) McClure of Ackerman, MS, Terry(Terri) McClure of Ackerman, MS, 3 sisters, Brenda(Dan) Wise, Linda(Ben) Tharp, and Nita Connell all of Ackerman, MS, 3 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

Mr. McClure was preceded in death by his wife, Drexell McClure, his parents, 1 son(Lonnie McClure), 3 brothers, and 3 sisters.

Memorials may be made to Chester Baptist Church.

Lila Strickland

   Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Darlyne Livingston Cullwell

Mrs. Peggy Darlyne Culwell, 79, passed away on June 1, 2020, at her home in Louisville after a brief illness. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 3rd, at Betheden Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

Mrs. Culwell was born December 8, 1940, in Louisville. She was a 1959 graduate of Louisville High School, and drove a school bus for over 25 years with the Louisville school system. She loved farming with her husband, Wayne, and enjoying being outside in her flower garden. She was a faithful member of Flower Ridge United Methodist Church. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Culwell; a son, DeWayne Culwell; her parents, Pete and Mildred Clearman Livingston; and her sister, Kaye McDaniel.

She is survived by two daughters, Peggy (Randy) Skinner of Union, MS, and Kathy (Paul) McBrayer of Louisville; grandchildren, Kelly (Scott) Hayman, and Kyle Skinner; and two great grandchildren, Hadley and Taylor Hayman.

The Culwell family would like to thank Darlyne’s caregivers, Glenda Edwards and Annie Lovorn, and Encompass Hospice of Columbus, for the excellent care they gave Darlyne during her final days.

Memorials may be made to Betheden Cemetery Fund, c/o Randle Livingston, 247 Livingston Road, Louisville, MS, 39339, or Gideons International, P. O. Box 556, Louisville, MS, 39339.