Billy Max White

Billy Max White, 83, passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021 at Merit Health River Region Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, MS. with Rev. Dwayne Kelsey officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10:00 a.m. until the service time. Interment will follow in Old Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery in Louisville.

Billy was born in Louisville, MS on October 18, 1937, the son of George Edward White and Virgie Flake White. After graduating high school in the 1950's he made Vicksburg his home. He had a passion for tinkering with weed eaters and loved to fish.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Danny White, Carvel White, Hubert White, Horace C. White and Truitt White.

He is survived by his son David White (Karen); daughters Brenda Harrison (Jimmy), Sandy Carney (Robert) and Lisa Webb (Wayne); sisters Annabelle Glass, Judy Bell and Peggy White (Gayland); grandchildren Renea Vines (Todd), Wayne White, Marcia Turner (Matt), Matt Harrisn (Alecia), Eric Pell (Holly), Travis Pell (Mia), Hillary Burger and Ricky Burger, numerous great-grandchildren and sisters-in-law Carolyn White and Pat White.

Pallbearers will be David White, Wayne White, Hardy Sumrall, Logan Sumrall, Travis Pell and Eric Pell. Honorary pallbearers will be Ed Wood, Billy McDuff, Todd Vines and Dr. Sam Pierce and staff.
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.nowell-masseyfuneralhome.com.

Jason E. Reedy

Jason E. Reedy, 48, passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Baptist Memorial Golden Triangle Hospital, in Columbus, MS. He was born March 11, 1973, in Tupelo, Mississippi, to Earnest Earl and Mae Frances(Ellington) Reedy. He was self employed.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 1, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS, with Rev. Moultrie Lacey officiating. Visitation will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Starkville, MS.

Jason is survived by Lana Poole and their son, Kennedy; his mother, Mae Frances(Ellington) Reedy; and 1 sister, Amanda Winston.

Jason was preceded in death by his father, Earnest Earl Reedy, and grandparents, Frank and Virgie Ellington.

Joseph Bates

Joseph Bates, 95, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, March 21, 2021, at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 27, 2021, at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Saint James Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Rosie Lee Boyd

Rosie Lee Boyd, 69, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Rush Foundation Hospital, Meridian, Mississippi. Graveside Service will be Friday, March 26, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Eiland Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

James Gant, Jr.

James Gant, Jr., 73, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 27, 2021, at 11 a.m., from the Funeral Home. Visitation will be Saturday, from 9:30 a.m., until the Funeral Hour. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in Charge of arrangements.

Melvin Sherrod

Melvin Sherrod, 70, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, March 14, 2021, in Winston County Mississippi. Graveside services will be Thursday, March 25, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Antioch Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 24, 2021, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Edna Winkler

Edna Earl(Rhodes) Winkler, 98, passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021, at her residence, in McCool, MS. She was born February 4, 1923, in Choctaw County, Mississippi, to Luther and Hallie(Bowie) Rhodes. She was a retired Civil Service employee.
Memorial services will be held at a later date from Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA.

Mrs. Winkler is survived by 4 nieces, Diane Taylor of Ackerman, MS, Cindy(Ronnie) Eubanks of Louisville, MS, Becky(Gene) McIntire of Weir, MS, and Nan Bridges of Brookhaven, MS; 2 nephews, Tommy(Debbie) Rhodes of Tennessee, and Mike Rhodes of Baton Rouge, LA;k and 2 very special cousins, John Bowie of Raymond, MS, and Raymond and Ann Mallory of California.

Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Bernice L. Winkler; her parents; 1 daughter, Rebecca; and 3 brothers, Ernest, Dan, and Bud Rhodes.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of choice.

Lois Bennett McGee

Lois Jean McGee, 83, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, March 19, 2021, at her home in the Four Corners Community. Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 22, in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bryan Madison officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10 a.m. until service time at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Old Mars Hill Cemetery.

Lois was born on May 16, 1937, to Dee and Ethelyn Shumaker Bennett in Winston County. She was a member of Mars Hill Pentecostal Church. Lois worked in various positions during her career. She served as the Lead Inspector for the Lee Clothing line at Nemanco, Inc. Lois was the manager of LeAnn Fabrics and also worked at Cato Fashions. She enjoyed sewing and was known for designing clothes, aprons, and accessories for the girls in the Four Corners Community. Lois was an active member of the Winston County Republican Women and served as the returning officer for Winston County elections. She enjoyed hosting wedding and baby showers with other ladies in the community; and was always ready to help with a benefit or fundraiser for families in need. Most of all, she loved her family and enjoyed the time she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Lois is survived by four daughters: Gloria Jean Chandler and husband Sam of Canton, North Carolina, Donna Lanell Kemp and husband Jimmy of Florence, Alabama, Daphne Juanita Partridge and husband Barry of Louisville, and Linda Jo Robertson and husband Mike also of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Nana” to her five grandchildren: Jennifer (Justin) Messer, Sean (Tonya) Partridge, Corey (Lindsey) Kemp, Courtney (Mike) Jones, and Jesse (Coty) Hand, as well as her eight great-grandchildren: Caleb, Nora, and Nathan Chandler; Molly, Anna, and Tanner Kemp; Olivia and Sophie Hand; Jase and Jade Partridge; and Levi and Bennett Jones. She also leaves behind by her sister Bonnie Boswell of Kosciusko, Mississippi. Lois is preceded in death by her parents, four sisters: Jennette Myers, Faye Manning, Billie Steed, and Betty Doty, and one brother Leo Bennett.

Serving as pallbearers are Nathan Chandler, Coty Hand, Mike Jones, Corey Kemp, Jimmy Kemp, Barry Partridge, Sean Partridge, and Mike Robertson. 

Memorials in honor of Lois may be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital online at stjude.org/donate, to Shriners Hospitals for Children online at www.lovetotherescue.org, or to Mars Hill Cemetery Fund, c/o Sewanna Watson, 11781 Hwy 19 N, Philadelphia, MS 39350.

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

Gloria Jackson Buskirk

Gloria Jackson Buskirk, 72, passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Anderson Hospital in Meridian, Mississippi. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

Gloria was born July 9, 1948, to Bun and Beatrice Smith Jackson in Rockingham, North Carolina. She enjoyed deer hunting as long as her health allowed. Gloria was an excellent seamstress who loved to make clothing, curtains, and furniture coverings. She was always remembered for “her big blue eyes and her smile.”

Gloria is survived by her husband of 54 years Bobby Buskirk of Preston, Mississippi. She is also survived by her three daughters: Audra Buckley of Ennis, Texas, Tracy Grabher and husband Scott of Preston, and Brandi Hemphill and husband Justin of Magee, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandma” to her nine grandchildren: Cara Murphy, Andrew Buskirk, Chelsie Copeland, Candi (Kevin) Carter, Joshua (Kayla) Watkins, Cati Grabher, Jamie (Austin) Snow, Dalton Carter, and Caylee Carter. She also enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren: Elizabeth, Aurora, and Anna Copeland, Jaythen and Stella Higginbotham, and was looking forward to the birth of another great-grandchild in September. Gloria leaves behind her siblings: Corena Gray, Dara Perkins, Louise Moore, Edward Jackson, Eugene Jackson, Michael Jackson, and Bobby Jackson, as well as a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and four siblings: Alice Jackson, Lera Highfill, Joanne Clayton, and Charles Jackson.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials in honor of Gloria be given to fightingblindness.org or to kidneyfund.org.

Gloria’s family would like to express a special thanks to Bailey Fulton for her kind heart and all her help during these last few months. She made an exceptionally hard time easier for us.

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

Mae Wright Brewer

Visitation for Mae Wright Brewer will be held Friday, March 19, 2021, at McClain-Hays Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a private family only graveside service to follow. McClain-Hays Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Brewer, 68, of Pheba, MS, died Monday, March 15, 2021, at her home.

A native of Kemper County, she was a graduate of Kemper County High School. After graduation she attended EMCC and Mississippi State University where she received her Master of Education degree. She served as the Superintendent of Education for West Clay Elementary School for 28 years until she retired. She was currently serving as an Election Commissioner for Clay County.

Survivors include grandchildren, Corey Ott and Cameron (Amber)Ott, both of Pheba; twin sister, Faye (Marcus) Wilson of DeKalb and sister, Jo (Stan) Pigott of Meridian; brother, Dee Luke (Faye) Wright of Louisville; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Brewer was preceded in death by husband, Walker Gene Brewer; stepson, Dean Brewer; parents, Virgil and Ercelle Wright; sister, June Wright.

Pallbearers are Bill Cox, Greg Wright, Tim Wilson, Wilson Webb, Chad Pigott, and Logan Webb.

James Theo "JT" Hillhouse

James Theo “JT” Hillhouse, 40, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021, in Louisville, Mississippi. Graveside memorial services will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, March 18 at Memorial Cemetery in Louisville with Bro. Bert Jones officiating.

JT was born February 5, 1980, to Frank Hillhouse and Sharron Stokes. He was a long time member of McClain Chapel Pentecostal Church. JT was always ready for an adventure. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, and was always the “life of the party” because he was known for making everyone laugh. He especially loved his boys and enjoyed spending time with them fishing, which was another hobby he enjoyed.

JT is survived by his wife Brooke Hillhouse of Hackleburg, Alabama, and his two sons Koby and Avery Hillhouse both of Sebastopol, Mississippi. He also leaves behind his mother Sharron Stokes of Louisville, his father Frank Hillhouse of Oxford, Mississippi, and two sisters Charity (Sean) Holdiness and Holly (Bert) Jones all of Louisville; as well as his loving nieces and nephews. JT is preceded in death by his grandparents Rita and Theo Hillhouse and Peggy and James Stokes.

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.

Bessie L. Scharnhorst

Bessie Lorraine Scharnhorst, 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at her residence in Noxapater, Mississippi. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Warrensburg, Missouri, with Bro. Mike Fondren officiating.

Bessie was born September 25, 1934, to Eddie and Katie Shinkle Iiams in Johnson County, Missouri. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Bolivar, Missouri. She retired as a supervisor for JanSport overseeing the Backpack Division. Bessie enjoyed crocheting and made a baby blanket for each grandchild and great-grandchild. She was currently working on a baby blanket for an expected great-grandchild to be born in August. Bessie also enjoyed embroidery and made each one an embroidered keepsake blanket. She was an avid reader who read her Bible each morning to start her day. Bessie and her husband, Owen, loved to travel and visited each state with the exception of Maine.

Bessie is survived by her daughter Edna Fondren and husband Bro. Mike of Noxapater. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny” to her five grandchildren: Michael (Ty) Fondren, Jr., Eddie (Carin) Fondren, Matthew (Kellie) Fondren, Ellen Taylor, and James M. (Ashley) Fondren. She also enjoyed spending time with her great-grandchildren: Madison, Jennie, Raegan, Chloe, Will, Anna Leigh, Lynnlee Kate, Graham, Emmie Del, and was looking forward to birth of another in August 2021. Bessie leaves behind two nephews Virgil Lee (Carolyn) Iiams and Ernie (Maria) Iiams; as well as two great-nephews and a great-niece. She was preceded in death by her husband Owen F. Scharnhorst, son Robert L. Scharnhorst, and three brothers Earnest, Raymond, and Charlie Iiams.

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

Mae Frances Turner

Mae Frances Turner, 50, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at University Medical Center, Jackson, MS. A Memorial Service will be conducted at a later date by the Family. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Elsie L. Bruce

Elsie L. Bruce of Ackerman, MS, passed away Monday, March 15, 2021, at the Choctaw County Nursing Center in Ackerman, MS. Elsie was born May 19, 1930, in Choctaw County, MS, to Carl and Clara(Blaine) Bruce. She was 90 years old, and was a retired dental assistant/hygenist.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 18, 2021, 1:00 p.m., at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to service time beginning at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow in South Union Cemetery near Ackerman, MS, with Coleman Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Elsie is survived by 1 brother, Kenneth(Jean) Bruce of Ackerman, MS.

Elsie is preceded in death by her parents and 1 brother, Carl Bruce.

Jerry Walter Carter

Jerry Walter Carter, 81, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at the Baptist Medical Center, Columbus, Mississippi. Graveside Service will be Friday, March 19, 2021, from Hopewell United Methodist Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Samuel Lee Coleman

Samuel Lee Coleman, 62, passed on Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the Jeff Anderson Hospital, Meridian, Mississippi, Funeral Service will be Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mississippi Veteran Memorial Cemetery, Kilmichael, Mississippi. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Delsie Sharon Yarbrough

Delsie Sharon Yarbrough, 73, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed on Monday, March 8, 2021, at the Gulfport Memorial Hospital, Gulfport, Mississippi. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Warren Swindle

Mr. Warren Swindle, 52, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021, at University Hospital in Lexington, MS. Warren was a graduate of Noxapater High School. He was a welder for Mississippi Marine. He was preceded in death by his father, T. J. Swindle.

He is survived by his mother, Iva Nell Swindle of Noxapater; two children, Sabrina Swindle of Newton, MS; and a son, Clay Swindle of Noxapater; two sisters, Debra Gomez of Houston, TX, and Michele Yates of Noxapater; a brother, Thomas Swindle of Noxapater; and two grandchildren, Carly Grace Swindle and Liam Thomas Swindle.

A family graveside service will be held at a later date.

Robert "Bobby" Vick

Robert Andrew “Bobby” Vick, 52, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021.Bobby was born June 18, 1968, to Guy and Carol Crawford Whitehead in Missouri. He was a member of Vernon Assembly of God Church. Bobby loved to hunt and fish and was an amazing cook. With his outgoing personality, he never met a stranger, was big-hearted, and always brought flowers to Trish.

Bobby is survived by his loving wife Patricia “Trish” Whitehead of Ackerman, Mississippi, his children: Breanna Vick and Branden Vick both of Louisville, and his step-children: Brooklyn Jones and Joe Whitehead both of Ackerman. He is also survived by four sisters: Sylvia Parker, Judy Whitehead both of Columbus, Mississippi, Sara (Michael) White of Shuqualak, Mississippi, and Penny (Terrell) Fulton of Preston, Mississippi. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers Robert Eugene Whitehead and Glenn Ferguson.

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

Raymond Rogers

Mr. Raymond Lamar Rogers, 90, passed away on Sunday, March 14, , 2021, at Louisville Healthcare. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P. M. on Thursday, March 18th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Becky Smith officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Rogers was born October 26, 1930, in Alabama. He was retired from Southern Natural Gas Co., a former business owner, and a retired Major with the Mississippi National Guard. He was a member of the Betheden Masonic Lodge # 205. He owned a gas station and Rogers Bait and Tackle Shop. He was a Winston County constable in the early 1970’s and continued to work in law enforcement as a deputy at the jail for many years. He was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves. He loved to tell stories from his past. He had a “secret” that he shared with his oldest granddaughter, Kim, and to this day it is still a secret. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved dirt track racing and in the 1970’s he and Harold Williamson had race cars “8” and the, “8 + 8”. Later he and Danny Stanley continued and they would take Robbie, Michael, and Adam to the races. He loved the casino and spent many hours there, sometimes days. Raymond loved pets, but did not every officially own any, although he loved feeding the neighbor’s dog. Even had his daughter adopt, “Sugar Mamma” to keep at her house. He was preceded in death by his wife, Willie Gray Rogers; his parents, Emmett and Janie Mayfield Rogers; his brother, James Rogers; and his sisters, Eunice Rogers Watts and Charlotte Rogers Merrill.

He is survived by two daughters, Margie (Thomas) Haskins and Debbie (David) Hughey; sisters, Marge Shirley of Willows, CA, and Helen (Charles) Perkins of Bay Minette, AL; grandchildren, Kim (Joey) Burdine, Adam (Jennifer) McAdory, Daniel (Nicole) Thompson, Hanna Thompson, Clifton Haskins, Robbie (Jessica) Hughey, Michael Hughey, and Aaron (Jessica) Hughey; and great grandchildren, Joshua Kemp, Isaac Burdine, Hailey Kemp, Tyson Burdine, Kinzi Burdine, Breland Burdine, John Patrick McAdory, Hadleigh Thompson, Addison Hughey, Harley Hughey, David Michael Hughey, Jacob Hughey, Chase Hughey, Zoey Ewing, and Mahlee Hughey.

Pallbearers will be Adam McAdory, Daniel Thompson, Robert Hughey, Michael Hughey, Aaron Hughey, and David Michael Hughey.

The family would like to thank Louisville Healthcare for the excellent care for Raymond during his time there.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Larry Woodward

Mr. George Larry Woodward, 68, passed away on Friday, March 12, 2021, in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 16th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Tom Potter officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the family asks that friends wear masks and adhere to social distancing guidelines.

Larry was born December 29, 1952, in Columbus, MS, to George and Mavis Woodward, the eldest of two children. The family moved to Louisville in 1955, where his father served as Sheriff and Tax Collector of Winston County, just as his father had before him. Larry grew up there on the family farm, graduating from Louisville High School in 1970 and received a degree in Political Science from Mississippi State University in 1974. After graduation, Larry began a career in sales of audio visual and office equipment, which lasted 27 years. He married Margaret Hamilton in November, 1983, and they have two children, Patrick, and Sarah. In 2011, Larry was elected Tax Assessor/Collector of Winston County, the third generation of his family to serve in this position. He served one term. Larry continued to operate the farm, which has been in his family for 150 years, raising cattle and timber. He was active in the Winston County and Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association, as well as Mississippi Farm Bureau. He was a very active member of First United Methodist Church in Louisville, where he taught Sunday School and served on various committees. He was a Certified Lay Speaker in the Methodist Church for over 25 years and was active in the Walk to Emmaus. He was past president of the Louisville/Winston County Chamber of Commerce, and was elected Winston County Man of the Year in 1999. Larry was a member of Louisville Masonic Lodge #75, F & AM, Louisville York Rite Bodies, KYCH, Red Cross of Constantine, Knight Mason and a 33rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason. He was initiated into Louisville Chapter #60 on July 17, 1979. He served his Chapter as Worthy Patron numerous times and on a number of Grand Chapter committees. He served as Grand Chaplain in 2008-2009 and in 2011 was elected Grand Sentinel, and had the honor of serving as Worthy Grand Patron in 2013-2014.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Hamilton Woodward of Louisville; a daughter, Sarah Woodward of Pittsburg, PA; a son, Patrick Woodward of Louisville; a brother, Jimmy (Tara) Woodward of Louisville; and an aunt, Lois Woodward Pennington of Decatur, MS.

Serving as pallbearers are Jim Hamilton, Scott Hamilton, Matt Woodward, Joseph Quattrochi, and Ryan Egger.

Memorials may be made to The Little Red School House, Grand Chapter of Mississippi, c/o Shirley Self, Grand Treasurer, 103 Keith Lane, Clinton, MS, 39056.

 

Kathleen Weeks

Mrs. Geneva Kathleen Weeks, 96, passed away on Friday, March 12, 2021, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville. Graveside services and interment will be held at Concord Cemetery in Choctaw County, at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 13th, with Rev. Jim Garner officiating. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Weeks was born on April 17, 1924, in Winston County, to John Marvin Dempsey and Geneva Garner Dempsey. She was a graduate of Louisville High School, and a member of West Union Presbyterian Church. Kathleen loved to travel, and travelled all over the world. She loved people and never met a stranger. She worked for 15 years as a tour guide at the Grand Canyon. She was a talented artist and was featured on WCBI TV in Columbus, and exhibited her paintings at the Winston County Library. She was a lovely person and a dear friend to many. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Terrell Weeks; and two daughters, Linda Pritchett and Geneva “Terri” Comeaux.

She is survived by two daughters, Carol Reichwein of Louisville, and Chris (K.C.) Cantonwine of Ames, IA; 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 7 great great grandchildren.

Memorials in her memory may be made to Concord Cemetery, c/o Gene McClure, 4455 Hwy 15, Ackerman, MS, 39735.

David Reynolds

David Lee Reynolds, 66, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March 12, 2021, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, March 14 in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Keith Williams officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 2 p.m. until service time at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Flower Ridge Cemetery.

David was born February 1, 1955, to Grady and Odessa Judge Reynolds in Fort Benning, Georgia. He was a member of Flower Ridge Methodist Church. David enjoyed being outside; he especially enjoyed deer hunting. He was an avid fan of Mississippi State baseball, Atlanta Braves baseball, and New Orleans Saints football teams. David enjoyed listening to 50’s and 60’s Rock ‘n Roll and knew all of the artists and their hit from this time.

David is survived by his loving wife of 44 years Linda Reynolds of Louisville, and his daughter Hailey Thompson and husband Justin of Starkville, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPaw” to his grandchildren: Ethan, Peyton, and Kellyn Thompson. He is also survived by his sister Barbara (Perry) Yarbrough also of Louisville, two brothers Paul (Rose Ann) Reynolds of Noxapater, and Ed (Judy) Reynolds of Spanaway, WA, and his mother-in-law Doris Adcock Lovorn of Louisville. He was preceded in death by his father Grady Reynolds, and his mother and step-father Odessa and Harvey Pendergrass.

Memorials in honor of David may be given to Flower Ridge Methodist Church, c/o Beth Hemphill, 820 Estes Switch Rd, Louisville, MS 39339.

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

Helen Taylor

Mrs. Helen Taylor, 82, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, March 7, 2021, at her home. Graveside service will be Monday, March 15, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Sunday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Rutha Moore

Mrs. Rutha Moore, 100, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, March 7, 2021, at her home. Graveside service will be Sunday, March 14, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Mount Sinai M. B. Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Saturday form 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Brownie Eaves Jackson

Brownie Eaves Jackson, 90, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at her home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 13 in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Marcus “Markie” Jackson officiating with Ben Jackson assisting. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10 a.m. until service time at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Murphy Creek Cemetery.

Brownie was born December 14, 1930, to Andrew and Pearl Rogers Eaves in Louisville. She was a member of Wess Chapel Baptist Church. Brownie loved to cook and spend time with her family. She was especially known for her caramel cakes, pepper jelly, and biscuits. She loved working in her yard and garden and let her cardiologist know during her visit last year that she was still able to cut her own grass.

Brownie is survived by her children: Norma Bennett and husband Larry of Louisville, Leo Jackson of Flora, Mississippi, Lester Jackson and wife Shelia, and Mark Jackson and wife Karla all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Maw” to her eight grandchildren: Chris (Kim) Bennett, Lacey Leigh Jackson (Gary Pugh), Ben (Maralyn) Jackson, Jenna (Seth) Chaney, Markie (Robin) Jackson, Brianne Jackson (Kyle Weeks), Shannon (Eric) Gregory, and Kava (Faith) Hunt. She also dearly loved her great-grandchildren: Kelli and Kassi Stevens, Taylor Jackson, Kaitye Grace and Whitten Jackson, Hunter and Hayze Gregory, Colt, Taylor, and Maci Hunt, and Hayz, Vallie Kate, and Zaxton Reed. Brownie also leaves behind two brothers Giles Eaves and John Arthur Eaves and her sister-in-law Grace Eaves as well as a host of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Homer Jackson, infant twins Leslie Ray and Lisa Fay Jackson, her parents and her siblings: Beryl Luther, Reuben Eaves, Roger Eaves, Andrew C. Eaves, Jr., Nancy Isonhart, and Fred Eaves.

Serving as pallbearers are Ben Jackson, Grady Jackson, Kyle Jackson, Jeff Jackson, Jimmy Jackson, Seth Chaney, and John Eaves, Jr. while Chris Bennett will serve as an honorary pallbearer. Memorials in honor of Brownie may be given to Murphy Creek Cemetery Fund, 5420 Bond Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

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

Edith Triplett

Edith Triplett, 78, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Louisville Healthcare in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, March 11 in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Hill officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 11 a.m. until service time at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville.

Edith was born in Winston County, Mississippi, on April 19, 1942, to Dick and Lona Mayo Nance. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Edith loved driving the school bus and being around and caring for children. She also enjoyed sewing and caring for her daughter Sheila.

Edith is survived by her loving husband of 43 years Truman Triplett of Louisville. She is also survived by her children: Ann Carter and husband Mike of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Craig Bouchillon and wife Suzanne of Melbourne, Florida, Chris Triplett and wife Amanda, and Sheila Triplett all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Mamaw” to her eight grandchildren: Steven (Emily) Griffith, James (Mary Ryan) Griffith, Ben (Jennifer) Bouchillon, Isaac Bouchillon, Thrasher Triplett, Reed Triplett, Ryan Carter, and C. J. (Whitney) Carter. Edith is survived by nine great-grandchildren: Dustin and Ryan Griffith, Madison, Marleigh, and Lincoln Griffith, Brynleigh and Jaxon Bouchillon, and Daxton and Maverick Carter. She is preceded in death by her parents and her siblings: Maxine Reynolds, R. B. Nance, Betty Ruth Schoolar, and Clarence Nance.

Serving as pallbearers are Ben Bouchillon, Isaac Bouchillon, James Griffith, Steven Griffith, Ken Schoolar, and Richie Schoolar. 

Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association online at alz.org.

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

Lorita Davis

On Sunday, March 7, 2021 Lorita Robbins Davis, age 89, passed peacefully from this earthly life at the Pine Cottage, Winston County Nursing Home, in Louisville, MS to her heavenly home. She received her heavenly healing in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 11th at 2:00 P.M. at the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery in Union County, MS. Rev. Jason Pilcher, pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, is officiating.

Mrs. Davis was born on December 13, 1931 in Union County, MS to Hubert and Mamie Gafford Robbins. After graduation from high school she began working in the furniture manufacturing business. In March, 1979 Lorita married Levois Davis and moved to Albertville, AL. Lorita and her husband
owned and operated commercial greenhouses until his death.

Mrs. Davis was raised in both the Methodist and Baptist faiths. At the time of her death she was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Albertville, AL.

Lorita loved the outdoors. As a young woman she could plow the mules or drive a tractor. Her calling was to make plants grow. Her favorite flowers were yellow roses. Mrs. Davis loved children, but did not have any children of her own. Lorita claimed her only niece as her child.

Mrs. Davis was an excellent cook and was known for her jams, pickles, relishes, and abundant vegetable gardens. She generously shared her bounty with so many. Lorita also shared cuttings from her special plants to anyone who asked.

In 2005 her failing health caused her to move from a nursing home in Alabama to Louisville, MS to be near her family. Lorita never met a stranger. She will be greatly missed by her family and countless others who came across her earthly path.

Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her parents; her infant brother Benjamin Robbins; her husband Levois Davis; her sister Christine Robbins Rutledge; a great niece Katherine Christine Overstreet; and a great nephew Bryson Hayes Overstreet.

Lorita is survived by her one niece Charlsie (Hal) Overstreet of Louisville, MS. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Charley Rutledge of Louisville. Her

legacy is carried on by her great nephew Jeff Rutledge Overstreet and wife Rebekah of Hernando, MS. She will be greatly missed by her great nephews Brannan Houston Overstreet and Brady Rutledge Overstreet and a great niece Berkeley Kate Overstreet. One of her greatest joys was being Aunt Rita to all of them and they always brought a smile to her face.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Michael Ard and the caring staff of the Pine Cottage in the Winston County Nursing Home in Louisville. The family would like to thank Carol Nowacki, Carolyn Boswell, and Lora Coleman. These nurses at the Winston County
Nursing Home lovingly cared for Mrs. Davis for many years. A special thanks is given to Barbara Gay with the Winston County Nursing Home. From the first day Lorita arrived in 2005 Barbara Gay welcomed her with open arms. Barbara loved her and our family for sixteen years. These nurses, staff, and Barbara were blessings and compassionate caregivers. They became family to us all.

Pallbearers will be Brad Willard, Hubbard Willard, Britt Willard, Jason Willard, Hal Overstreet and Jeff Overstreet.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Porter Funeral Home of Louisville, MS has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.

Brenda Perry

Brenda Jean Perry, 58, passed away on Friday, March 5, 2021, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family. No memorial service is planned at this time.

She was born in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania, on November 29, 1962, to the late Sheila Mayne Drake. Though she held a variety of jobs in her life, including a bakery, she was first and foremost a mom and homemaker.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband of 41 years Giles Dean Perry of Louisville, and her children: Ama Burns of Arcadia, Florida, Caitlin (Carmen) Ramirez of Louisville, Samuel (Sabrina) Perry of Gulfport, Mississippi, Jackob (Mackenzie) Perry of Starkville, Mississippi, and Morgan Slack of Brandon, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was her four grandchildren: Abagael Burns, Estrella Ramirez, Mateo Ramirez, and Cole Slack. She is preceded in death by her mother Sheila Drake and her sister Cynthia Mayne Slack.

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

Doyle Nowell

Doyle Nowell, age 75 of Ackerman, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021. Visitation will be at 10AM -11AM on Saturday March 6, 2021 at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Funeral Service will be at 11:00AM Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Interment will follow at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery near Eupora, MS.

Survivors include his wife, Anna Jane Wilson Nowell, three brothers, Telvis (Teresa) Nowell, Terry (Linda) Nowell of Stewart, and Lennis (Janice) Nowell of Corinth; three sisters, Loyce (Jerry) Dunn of Brandon, Joyce (W.L.) Kemp of Ackerman and Patsy (Freddy) Fulcher of Louisville.

Nelson "NH" Triplett

Nelson "NH" Triplett, 91, of Louisville, MS., passed on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at the Jeff Anderson Hospital, Meridian, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, March 7, 2021, at 1 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Saturday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Live Streaming will begin at 12:50 p.m. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

William L. "WL" Black

William Lee “W. L.” Black, Jr. passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, March 7, at Center Ridge Church with Bro. Mike Dowd and Rev. Charles Bond officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Center Ridge Cemetery.

He was born October 31, 1921...he always referred to himself as a “Halloween Baby”...in Winston County, Mississippi, to William Lee and Elizabeth Massey Black.

He graduated from Ford High School and joined the United States Navy in 1942 and was assigned to the Seabees building airstrips for the bombers in the Pacific. He was in Okinawa when the war ended. At the time of his death, he was one of the oldest living World War II Veterans in Winston County.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Norma Jean (Mills) Black, along with two brothers Ernest and Bobby Dean Black and sister Vera Eubanks. He is survived by a son Murrey Lee Black and his wife Robin of Louisville, and a daughter Debra Ladner of Kiln, Mississippi, two brothers Vernon Black of Eupora, Mississippi, and Billie Charles Black of Jackson, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “Pop” to his 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

W.L. Spent many years working in retail in downtown Louisville and was part owner of Mills and Black's Men Shop along with his brother-in-law M. L. Mills. He also worked in the shipping department at Taylor Machine Works for 10 years before retiring in 1980.

He lived a full life, traveled to every state except four and was interviewed for a documentary about his experiences during World War II while visiting the World War II Memorial in Washington, D. C., but his favorite things to do was enjoy time spent with his grandchildren and telling his stories. When he died he was eight months shy of his 100th birthday!

Serving as pallbearers are Lee Black, Patrick Black, Sr., Patrick Black, Jr., Chase Ladner, Josh Ladner, and Danny Mills. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Center Ridge Cemetery Fund, c/o Martha Mills, 1584 Spay Road, McCool, MS 39108.

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.

Mary L. Hurst

Mary L. Hurst, 58, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2021, in Maben, Mississippi. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mary was born March 26, 1962, to James and Doris Reed Hurst. She enjoyed caring for her quails and chickens as well as her plants. Mary also loved to crochet especially hats and scarves.

Mary is survived by two daughters Amanda Smith and husband Jeremy of Maben, Mississippi, and Leah Hurst of Starkville, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “MiMi” to her grandchildren Colby and Abigail Smith. She also survived by four siblings: Laura Hatcher of Eupora, Darren Hurst, Tina Whitehead, and Jason Hurst all of Starkville. Mary was preceded in death by her parents and great-niece Marlie Robinson.

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.

Tony Miles

Mr. Anthony “Tony” Miles, 62, passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021, in Hanford, CA, where he was a longtime resident. Graveside services and interment will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 4th, at Vernon Assembly of God Cemetery, with Rev. Rob Faulk officiating. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Miles was born June 20, 1958, in Louisville, MS. Tony spent most of his life as a carpenter. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, watching Friday Night Smackdown, grilling for his family, and watching Nascar races. He was preceded in death by his parents, Audra and Udell Miles; a sister, Kathy Thompson; and two brothers, Jimmy Miles and Roy Miles.

He is survived by his partner of 33 years, D’Anna Long of Hanford, CA; his daughters, Brittany Archuleta of Fresno, CA, Ashleigh Phelps of Ackerman, MS, and Davianne Miles of Hanford, CA; his sisters, Sharon Pearson of Canton, MS, and Sandee Phelps of Ackerman, MS; four grandchildren; and his beloved dog, Polo “Little Man”.

Pallbearers will be Ryan Sweet, Christopher Miller, Elvis Allen, David Pearson, Joey Worrell, and Ralph O’Neal.

Marshall Goss

Marshall Goss, 93, of Saginaw, Michigan, formerly of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Wednesday, February 17, 2021, in Saginaw, MI. Graveside service will be Saturday, March 6, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Center Ridge Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Gloria Armstrong

Gloria Armstrong, 74, of Noxapater, Mississippi, passed on Friday, February 26, 2021, at the Jeff Anderson Hospital, Meridian, MS. Graveside service will be Saturday, March 6, 2021, at 2 p.m., from Mount Pleasant#2 Church Cemetery, Noxapater, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Roy Lee Yates

Roy Lee Yates, 65, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, February 21, 2021, at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 11 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home, Visitation will be Tuesday, from 4 until 5 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mount Pisgah Church Cemetery, Preston, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.