Rachel Johnson Gwin

Rachel Johnson Gwin, child of God and saved by grace, victoriously entered into eternal life with Jesus Christ and her loved ones who preceded her on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. Rachel was born on April 9, 1946 in Louisville, Mississippi to William Preston “Bo” Johnson and Annie Thelma Weathersby. She is survived by her son, John Paul Gwin, daughter-in-law, Missy Pilecki Gwin, and grandson, John Cole Gwin, all of Piperton, Tennessee; one brother “Bo” Johnson, Jr., (wife Linda) and one niece, Carrie Beth Aultman (husband Johnny) and great nephews, Jack and Oliver Aultman; numerous relatives of the Johnson, Weathersby and Gwin clans; and countless friends, old and new, whom she loved and cherished.

Reared in Louisville, Mississippi, Rachel attended Mississippi State University, then moved to the Memphis, Tennessee area where she began her family. While living in Germantown she was a member of Germantown Presbyterian Church, where she served in many positions with Presbyterian Women both locally and within the Memphis Presbytery. Rachel was also a member of Pegasus, an officer and on the Board of Directors of MIFA, Memphis Family Shelter and Subsidium. She worked in funeral and cemetery services for over 26 years beginning in 1993 when she moved to Jackson, Mississippi and continuing with Memphis Funeral Homes & Cemeteries until she retired and moved back to her hometown of Louisville in 2019.
Rachel was a current member of First Baptist Church in Louisville where she was involved in the Women’s Ministry Committee, sang in the choir, chaired the Flower Committee and serviced as Vice President of the Joy club. She also enjoyed being a part of the Belle Arts Club, served as Vice President of the Louisville Garden Club and was recently inducted into the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Rachel enjoyed reading, concerts, charity work, visiting with friends and family, and her patio garden where she watched the sunrise and counted her blessings. She truly loved the Lord Her God with all her heart, soul and mind and no doubt heard the words “well done my good and faithful servant” when she entered the pearly gates. Everyone who met her loved her, and her sweet spirit will be greatly missed here on earth. We rejoice that she is truly home and at peace watching the future of her family unfold with Jesus glasses on! A quote from the notes in the back of Rachel’s bible reads, “I will welcome you with open arms of love as you cross your bar to be with Jesus in eternity. Remember, being with Jesus is better than your birthday … imagine! Live in anticipation of the endless tomorrow.”

A visitation for Rachel will be held at Memphis Funeral Home on Poplar Avenue on Tuesday, January 3rd from four o’clock until seven o’clock in the evening. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, January 4 at Germantown Presbyterian Church beginning at ten o’clock in the morning with a reception to follow in Warren Hall. Rachel will be laid to rest at a graveside service at the Louisville Masonic Cemetery located at the corner of Park Street and Spring Avenue in Louisville on Thursday, January 5 at eleven o’clock in the morning with a reception to follow at First Baptist Church in Louisville, Mississippi.

Memorials may be given to the Louisville First Baptist Church Flower Ministry.

Robert Allison “Mitch” Mitchell, Sr.

Robert Allison “Mitch” Mitchell, Sr., 85, of Louisville, MS passed away December 26, 2022, at his home with family. Visitation is 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Jordan Funeral Home in Kosciusko. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Stonewell Cemetery in Ethel, Mississippi. Rev. Ralph Poole will officiate.

Robert was born April 11, 1937, to Louis Fellows Mitchell and Betty Edna Thompson Mitchell in Ethel, Mississippi. He graduated from Ethel High School. In 1955, he moved to Michigan and retired from G.M. after 30 ½ years. Robert moved back to Louisville eighteen years ago. He was a member of Ethel Baptist Church. He loved to garden and do woodwork. He was a jack of all trades.

He is survived by son, Robert Allison (Janice) Mitchell, Jr. of McCool, Mississippi; daughter, Rebecca Ann Smith of Guntown, Mississippi; sister, Betty Templeton of Ridgeland, Mississippi; seven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Fellows Mitchell and Betty Edna Thompson Mitchell; his wife, Vivian Mitchell; two sisters, Auntie Jane Mitchell and Sadie Kate Bell.

Serving as pallbearers will be Billy Bridges, Robert Templeton, Paul Templeton, Jim Templeton, Marvin Bell, and George Smith.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Stonewall Cemetery Fund or Bear Creek Cemetery Fund.

Gean Burks Huntley

Mrs. Gean Burks Huntley, age 84, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022, at Neshoba General Hospital in Philadelphia, MS. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 29th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Johnny Collins and members of Mr. Huntley’s South Dakota Hunting Club officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11:00 A.M. until the service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Campground Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Gean was born May 31, 1938, in Winston County, MS. She was a 1956 graduate of Louisville High School, and was later a leasing manager for an office complex in Buckhead, GA. She and her husband attended Calvary Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her son, Curtis Huntley; her parents, Geneva Hill Burks and Freeman Burks; and one brother, Donald Burks.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Hugh Huntley of Louisville, MS; her daughter, Cindy (Richard) Grimes of Houston, TX; two grandchildren, Grant Elder and Logan Elder Latraverse; and one great grandchild, Berkley Latraverse.

Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church.

Peggy Ann Heard

Peggy Ann Wade Heard, 91, passed away after a brief illness at home surrounded by her family on Monday, December 26, 2022. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 28 at Rocky Hill Methodist Church in Louisville, Mississippi, with Bro. Keith Williams officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Rocky Hill Cemetery.

Peggy was born November 22, 1931, to Neal and Bessie Yarbrough Wade in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a lifelong member of Rocky Hill Methodist Church. Peggy was an avid homemaker and loving grandmother. Outside the home, she worked as a secretary at Tri-State Mill Supply. Her favorite hobbies included gardening, crafting, reading, walking, UMW, serving on the cemetery committee, traveling, and serving on the Nursing Home Auxiliary. In later years, she enjoyed word search and chocolates.

Peggy is survived by her son, Danny Heard and wife, Donna, of Louisville; and two daughters-in-law Janet Heard also of Louisville and Judy Heard of Osyka, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny Peggy/Piggy” to her grandchildren: Stephanie Harris, Bridget (Jay) Holdiness, Bradley (Jessica) Heard, Brian Heard, Brandon (Melinda) Heard, and Brittany (Brady) Eyer; three step-grandchildren: Tammy (David) Shaw, Pam Wiygul, and Liz (Damon) Spears; and 13 great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind a brother-in-law, A. J. Hilliard; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, William Worley Heard; three sons, Michael, Lloyd, and Billy Heard; a great-granddaughter, Hatley Marie Heard; her parents; and 11 siblings.

Serving as pallbearers are Bradley Heard, Brian Heard, Brandon Heard, Tyler Harris, Cole Holdiness, and Brady Eyer. Honorary pallbearers are Chad Fulcher, Jerry Fulcher, Wade Hailey, Tommy Hudspeth, Albert Moore, and Steve Moore. Memorials in honor of Mrs. Peggy may be given to Rocky Hill Cemetery Fund.

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.

Dorothy “Dot” Prisock Evans

Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” Prisock Evans, 92, of Brandon, MS, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Clinton Healthcare in Clinton, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, December 30th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Ricky Calloway officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Whitehall Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Dot was born June 2, 1930, in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a graduate of Ford High School in 1949. She worked as a telephone operator for Southern Bell Telephone in Birmingham, AL, in her younger days. She later worked and retired in 1995 from the Dietary Department at the Winston County Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Evans; her parents, David and Mamie Prisock; sisters, Shirley Earline Eaves and Madge Mayo; and her brothers, Percie Prisock and Edward D. Prisock.

She is survived by her son, Charles Brock and daughter-in-law, Susan, of Brandon, MS; grandson, Phillip Brock of Dallas, TX; step-grandsons, Josh Broome of Brandon, MS and Justin Broome of Ridgeland, MS; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Clyde Prisock, Chris Prisock, Glenn Purvis, Josh Broome, Justin Broome, and Logan Porter.

Billy James Kelly

Billy James Kelly, 75, passed away peacefully at his home in Noxapater, Mississippi, on Monday, December 26, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be Thursday, December 29, 2022, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, at Hight Assembly of God Church in Noxapater with Bro. Tom Bentley and Bro. Jimmy Moore officiating. Visitation will also be the day of the service from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Hight Assembly of God Cemetery.

Billy was born March 14, 1947, to James and Frances Swindle Kelly in Winston County, Mississippi. He was a faithful member of Hight Assembly of God Church where he willingly served as needed. Specifically, he served for many years as a deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. Currently, he was serving as the Assistant Sunday School Superintendent. Billy was retired from Taylor Machine Works where he was a Quality Control Inspector. He was a well-loved, highly respected, family-oriented man.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Carolyn Winters Kelly; and his children: Mathew Kelly and wife, Kelli, all of Noxapater; Tina Price, and husband, Roger, of West Point, Mississippi; and Gary Kelly of Richland, Michigan. One of his greatest joys was being “Papaw” to his five grandchildren: Roger Price, Jr., Lexus Price, Jameek Price, Zameek Price, and Bryce Kelly; as well as his two great-grandchildren: Jamir and Zariah. He also leaves behind three sisters: Janice (Kenneth) James, Betty Jean (Ricky) Boler, and Helen Yates; and two brothers: Paul (Nancy) Kelly and Jimmy (Linda) Kelly; and his brother-in-law, Ralph Wilkes. Billy was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Joyce Wilkes; and two brothers-in-law Jody Houston and Shelby Yates.

Serving as pallbearers are Bryce Kelly, Jameek Price, Lexus Price, Roger Price, Jr., Zameek Price, and John Damon Snow. Memorials in honor of Mr. Kelly may be given to Hight Assembly of God Cemetery Fund, 2224 Hight Moore Rd, 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.

Helen Street Cefalu

Helen Street Cefalu, 67, passed away at her home in Louisville, Mississippi, on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, December 26 in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Trent Jaudon officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. in the Leland-Stoneville Cemetery in Stoneville, Mississippi.

Helen was born March 17, 1955, to Carl Ray and Mary June Sweeney Street in Memphis, Tennessee. She was an avid reader; and she also enjoyed knitting and sewing. Helen was an awesome cook and she very much enjoyed cooking for her grandchildren. She also enjoyed working in her yard with her flowers. Helen loved to laugh and she was known for her loud, infectious laugh!

She leaves behind her devoted husband of 46 years, Andrew Cefalu; and two sons, Bubba Cefalu and wife, Candice, of Louisville; and Drew Cefalu and wife, Melissa, of Madison, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Mimi” to her four grandchildren: Cooper, Layla, Lynnlee, and Ella Cefalu. She also leaves behind two brothers Carl Ray Street, Jr. and James Malford “J. M.” Street both of Leland, Mississippi. Also left to mourn her passing is a special niece, Felecia Jones and husband, Matthew, and their daughter Aubree of Eudora, Arkansas; as well as other loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. Helen was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Dana Street.

Memorials in honor of Mrs. Cefalu may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at stjude.org/donate.

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.

Arthur Halfacre

Edward Arthur Halfacre departed this life December 22, 2022, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, at 10:50 a.m. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 27 at First Apostolic Church of Louisville with Bro. Michael Halfacre and Bro. Glynn Barker officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Interment will immediately follow the service in Murphy Creek Cemetery.

Born to Vivian and Hermie Lee Halfacre on May 13, 1933, his 89 years were totally filled with joy and blessings from God. His faithful beloved wife, Mavis Reed Halfacre, lived right by his side caring for, nurturing, and dressing her man until he drew his last breath. Arthur grew up in the Crystal Ridge-Boon community and attended Bond School graduating in 1953. Arthur and Mavis began a school yard courtship at Bond School and married in 1955. Arthur worked in the automotive manufacturing industry in Detroit, Michigan, a few years like so many young men during that time, returning to Louisville where he began operating heavy equipment for his father-in-law, J. T. Reed. In 1959, he began his 54-year career at Taylor Machine Works starting downtown in the machine shop with the founder of Taylor Machine Works, Mr. W. A. Taylor, Sr. Arthur moved into Parts and Service after the big plant was built and enjoyed many good years dealing with the servicemen and Taylor customers all over the state of Mississippi. He had part numbers in his head that no longer existed in parts catalogs. He was given most of the calls when people particularly had an old or ancient machine needing Taylor parts. He was cool, calm, and collected and tried to see the good in every situation and in every person he dealt with.

Arthur and Mavis built their home in 1959 and lived in Louisville all his life gardening, farming, raising his family, and being a fine example to his many nieces, nephews, and even neighborhood children. He hustled through his chores on Saturdays at home so he could take up time with his young’uns taking them hunting, farming, or swimming. Being an engineer at heart, he rebuilt his own engines, fixed his own automobiles, and created most of the special tools and gadgets he needed to make home life or farm life work better for his purpose. He was a man with a great talent for the ground and his garden grew sumptuously every year. He kept his life as clean as he kept his garden and he gardened a little while every day. Steady. Arthur Halfacre was steady. Tried and true. Dependable and rock solid. Arthur loved God, his family, other people, and he loved life. He was loved by all and will be sorely missed in this remaining life.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Mavis Reed Halfacre; and his sons, Michael Halfacre and wife, Pat, of Starkville, Mississippi; and Paul Halfacre of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Pop” to his six grandchildren: Ethan, Kari, Tyson, Preston and wife, Katie, Daniel and wife, Kaytlyn, and Hagan Halfacre; as well as his five great-grandchildren: Sawyer, Micah, Avey Clay, Jachin, and Eben. Arthur also leaves behind his sister, Nita Halfacre Hartness and his brother, Jimmy (Gina) Halfacre; in addition to many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. 

Arthur was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Clytee Halfacre Clark; an infant brother, Johnny Halfacre; and his daughter-in-law, Deborah Johns Halfacre.

Serving as pallbearers are Ethan Halfacre, Tyson Halfacre, Daniel Halfacre, Hagan Halfacre, Jody Blumenfield, and John DePriest. 

Memorials in honor of Arthur may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at stjude.org/donate.

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.

Mrs. Marjorie Livingston Simpson

Mrs. Marjorie Livingston Simpson, 89, of Macon, MS passed away at her residence on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. A funeral service is planned for Thursday, December 22, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Macon, MS. Visitation will be held at the church from 2-3 p.m. There will not be a graveside service due to the inclement weather. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, 105 Dent St., Macon MS 39341. Cockrell Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with arrangements.

Marjorie was born in Winston County, Mississippi on May 28, 1933, to the late Oakley B. and Cora Vale Roberson Livingston. She was a graduate of Louisville High School. Marjorie was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Macon, MS where she was very active until she became unable to attend. Marjorie was a member of the Ageless Wonders, Magnolia Club and Sonshine Girls. Marjorie was a Mary Kay Consultant for many years. She enjoyed crocheting, decorating T-shirts and she also enjoyed doing for other people. Marjorie is preceded in death by her husband, O.B. Simpson, brother, Pharrish Leon Livingston, two nieces and one nephew.

Marjorie is survived by her three Sons: Roland Simpson (Maurice) of Columbus, MS; Robert Simpson (Bonnie) of Tuscaloosa, AL and Ronald Simpson (Linda) of Columbus; five grandchildren: Daniel Simpson (Diana) Simpson, Suzanne Simpson, Francis Wyers (Michael), Michelle Robinson (Jeff), and Benjamin Simpson; two step-grandsons, Phillip Goodwin and Daniel Goodwin; eight great grandchildren: Brinley, Kylie, Patrick, Madison, Nicholas, Rachel, Jackson and Matthew; and a sister: Peggy Livingston of Macon, MS.

Effie Lee Coleman

Effie Lee Coleman, 86, of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, Dec. 19, 2022 at Winston County Medical Center. Funeral Service will be Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 1 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be Monday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the New Zion Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

LC Austin

LC Austin, 82, of Starkville, MS., passed on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022 at the Baptist Medical Center, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 31, 2022, at Beck Funeral Home. Burial will be in the New Zion Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Leo Howard

Leo Math Howard, 69, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at his home with his loving family at his side. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 19, at Old Path Country Church. Visitation will be the day of the service from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Owens Chapel Cemetery.

Leo was born December 11, 1953, in Winston County, Mississippi, to Leonard “Sam” and Ruth Hight Howard. He enjoyed hunting and fishing until he was no longer able to do so. Leo enjoyed “rambling”—whether it was around the neighborhood to help someone, giving someone a ride to the doctor, or going to auctions. He was retired from the Street Department for the City of Louisville.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Susie Sisson Howard; and his three children: Tanya Marie Burton of Louisville; Misty Anne Dempsey and husband, Robert, of McCool, Mississippi; and Jerime Brent Howard and wife, Debbie, also of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Papaw ‘Eo” to his six grandchildren: Donovan Dempsey, Amber Nichole “Nikkie” Howard (Cody Landrum), Carrington Burton, Samuel Dempsey, Isabella Burton, and Kailynn Burton; as well as his two great-grandchildren Louis Glass and Aubrey Jo Landrum. Leo is also survived by his sister, Mary Ruth Howard Kelly of Nacogdoches, TX; and his brother Algene (Cathy) Howard of Kosciusko, Mississippi; in addition to many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Danny, Lee, and Tony Howard; and his sister Lenora Jean Howard.

Serving as pallbearers are Donovan Dempsey, Samuel Dempsey, Jason Howard, Michael Howard, PeeWee Howard, and Cody Landrum. Memorials in honor of Leo may be given to Owens Chapel Cemetery Fund.

Rev. Columbus Barron

Rev. Columbus Barron, 100, of Louisville, MS., passed on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022 in Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 1 p.m., from Boyd Chapel U. M. Church, Sturgis, MS. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Springhill Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Carolyn Tew

Graveside service for Carolyn Tew will be held Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 2 p.m. from Mars Hill Cemetery in Winston County with Bro. William Shepheard officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, December 16, 2022 from 2 to 4 p.m. at McClain-Hays Funeral Home.

Mrs. Tew, of Louisville, died Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Carolyn was born and raised in Leake County, MS and attended Edinburg School. She worked in several production factories over the years and loved to work in her flower beds, cutting grass, fishing, her Bantam chickens and her pet turtle. She dearly loved her grandchildren and family. Mrs. Tew was Baptist by faith.

Survivors include, daughter, Belvia Hemphill (John) of Louisville, MS; son, Rupert Tew (Cindy) of Gonzales, LA; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Jackie McMurry of Edinburg, MS; sisters, Helen Johnson (James) of Carthage, MS and Brenda Adcock of Pearl, MS; several nieces, nephews, cousins and their families.

Mrs. Tew was preceded in death by her husband, Jackie Tew; son, Buddy Tew; great-grandchild, Jasmine Singh; brother, Jimmy McMurry; sister, Linda Thompson.

Harold Dee Haynes

 Harold Dee Haynes, 69, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022 at the Jeff Anderson Hospital, Meridian, MS. Funeral Service will be Friday, Dec. 16, 2022 at 1 p.m. from the MOBH District Bldg. Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Peggy Oswalt Bell

Peggy Oswalt Bell, age 81 passed away on December 11. 2022, at the Brooklyn Hall Personal Care Home In Mathiston, MS. At retirement she was with the Forest Products as Administrative Assistant with the Federal Government. Peggy is survived by her husband of 57 years, Jimmy (Bo) Bell of Sturgis, MS; Brother, David Oswalt and his wife, Carolyn of Sturgis, MS; 4 nephews and 2 nieces. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Carroll Oswalt and Bess Hutchinson Oswalt; Sisters, Carolyn Oswalt Davis & Evelyn Oswalt Tubertini; nephew, Stacy Oswalt. A graveside service is scheduled for Thursday, December 15 at the Wake Forest Cemetery @ 2:00. Moultrie Lacey will be officiating the service.

Brenda Gail Amerson Miller

Brenda Gail Amerson Miller, 70, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at DCH Regional Medical Center, Tuscaloosa, AL. Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 11 a.m., from Mount Moriah M. B. Church. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Arlene Watkins

Mrs. Arlene Watkins, 66, passed away on Monday, December 12, 2022, at her home in Noxapater, MS. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 15th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Glynn Barker officiating. Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Arlene was born on August 20, 1956, in Winston County, MS, to Hubert and Inez Richardson Miles. She was a graduate of Nanih Waiya High School, and worked for many years in food service at Lakeside Personal Care Home in Noxapater, MS.

She is survived by her husband, William Rudolph Watkins of Noxapater; a son, Alfred Miles of Noxapater, MS; a sister, May Dell Flake of Louisville; and two brothers, Vester Lee Miles and Artis Miles, both of Louisville, MS.

Pallbearers will be Tommy Watkins, Randy Watkins, Michell Watkins, and John Boswell.

Frances Rosamond

Mrs. Frances Stewart Rosamond, 82, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at her home in Louisville. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 15th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Dr. Heath Hillman officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 11:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Frances was born June 11, 1940, in Neshoba County, MS. She was a graduate of Central High School in Winston County, and attended East Central Community College. She had a varied career, having worked for Spartus Corp, Gulf Guaranty Finance and Eastover Bank, along with owning/operating several convenience stores in Louisville with her husband, Billy. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and traveling. She was a member of First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, former Winston County Sheriff Billy Rosamond; her parents, Sam and Odis Ford Stewart; and a sister, Dolly Burkes.

She is survived by a daughter, Tammy (Brent) Frey of Louisville; a son, Jeff Rosamond of Flowood, MS; two sisters, Elewese Medders of Brandon, MS, and Jane Harrell of Morton, MS; two grandchildren, Stewart (Jeffrey) Hemphill and David Frey; and four great grandchildren, Kip and Colt Frey, and Jace and Jules Hemphill.

Pallbearers will be Trey Burkes, Shawn Medders, Harry Medders, Paul Smith, Jonathan Harrell and Aaron Robinson.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, First Methodist Church, or Blair Batson Children’s Hospital.

 

Shirley Dean Adcock

Graveside service for Ms. Shirley Dean Adcock will be held after visitation Sunday, December 11, 2022 at McGee Cemetery with Rev. Marlon Adcock and Rev. Chris O’Daniel officiating. Visitation will be held 1-2 PM Sunday, December 11, 2022 at John E. Stephens Chapel.Shirley Dean Adcock was a native of Leake County and a 42-year resident of Winston County. She was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, and a precious friend to many. She was a homemaker. She loved to go shopping. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of Zama Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Ricky Adcock (Charlotte) of Leake County; Grandsons, Bob Adcock (Amanda) and Aaron Adcock; Great-Grandchildren, Garrett Adcock, Marli-Clare Kelly, Axton Adcock, and Hagan Adcock; Sister, Betty Todd and a host of nieces and nephews. Ms. Adcock was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Adcock, her parents, Thurman and Grace Myers, grandson, Daniel Adcock, brothers, James, Tommy, Bobby, and Buddy Myers. Pallbearers: Bob Adcock, Garrett Adcock, Aaron Adcock, Paul Todd, Jon Wyatt King, and Billy King Honorary Pallbearers: Marli-Clare Kelly, Axton Adcock, Hagan Adcock, and Carter Adcock.

Guy B. Woodward

Funeral service celebrating the life of Mr. Guy B. Woodward will begin at 11:30 AM Monday, December 12, 2022 at Robert Barham Family Funeral Home chapel with the Reverends Dr. Rick Brooks and Mack Barnes officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Robert Barham Family Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.
Mr. Woodward, 70, of Meridian, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Guy was the founder and operator of Woodward Steam Cleaning for over 35 years. His business was his legacy; he was a hard and dedicated worker, providing for his family. Guy was an avid golfer, fisherman, comedian, and Face Book enthusiast. Guy was graduated with his BA in Political Science from Mississippi State University and was a lifelong MSU Fan. With his quick wit and sense of humor to know Guy Woodward was to love him; even until the end, he always enjoyed bringing a smile to someone’s face.
Guy is survived by his wife of over 47 years, Roberta Woodward; his children, Sara Ann Oatridge (Mike), Amy Woodward (Debbie), and Print Woodward (Makenzie). Grandchildren, Reed Oatridge, Charlie Guy Oatridge, Azarya Woodward, and Chris Woodward, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members, friends, and Face Book followers.
Mr. Woodward is preceded in death by his parents, Print and Billye Woodward; brothers, Dan Woodward and Richard Reed Woodward.
The Woodward family suggests memorials be made as donations to the Cancer Benevolence Fund at Anderson Regional Cancer Center of Meridian in lieu of flowers.
Pallbearers will be Tony Williamson, Greg Slay, Leland Irby, Bill Pace, Greg Collins, and Dennis Gordon with Mitch Mosely serving as Honorary Pallbearer.
Online condolences may be expressed at robertbarhamffh.com. The Woodward Family will receive guests from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday, December 11, 2022 at the funeral home.

John Paul Clark

Funeral service for Mr. John Paul Clark will be held at 10 AM Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at John E. Stephens Chapel with Rev. Tim Vowell officiating. Interment will be in Union Ridge Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 PM Monday, December 12, 2022 at John E. Stephens Chapel Funeral Services.

Mr. Clark, 72, of Noxapater, MS passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022 at Neshoba County General Hospital. He was a carpenter. Fishing was his favorite hobby.

Survivors are his daughter, Amy Clark of Preston; son, Paul Clark of Noxapater; (2) Grandchildren, Aiden Byrd and John Johnston.

Mr. Clark was preceded in death by his parents, James Oliver Clark and Helen Lee Clark; brother, Lee Clark.

 

Mary Ann Ingram

Mary Ann Ingram, 67, of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, November 28, 2022, in Columbia, SC. Funeral Service will be Sunday, Decemer 11, 2022 at 2 p.m., from Wesley United Methodist Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Saturday, from 5 until 7 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Charlotte Webb McCullouch

Mrs. Charlotte Marie Webb McCullouch passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland, MS. Funeral services will be held on Monday December 12, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at East Louisville Baptist Church with Reverend Tommy Jones and Reverend Mason Joy officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Porter Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m and on Monday December 12 from 10-11 at East Louisville Baptist Church. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery following the service.

Born the youngest of 10 in Noxapater, MS, Charlotte Marie Webb McCullouch was loved and doted on by her older siblings all of her life and they were just the beginning of the boundless love that she gave and received throughout her incredible life. Charlotte learned to love the outdoors and embraced fresh air at every chance. She graduated from Louisville High School in 1963 and the next day, married her husband of 59 years, Larry McCullouch. The biggest loves of her life, her children, Charles L. McCullouch, Jr., Marla Jackson, and Joshua McCullouch. followed. She became their first and best friend and created a warm, nurturing, and loving environment for them. She instilled in them a passion for hard work and for following their dreams. She was their biggest fan and most fierce protector. Charlotte was a remarkable cook and used her creative talents in outlets such as decorating and making a perfect home. She was an avid learner often reading Merck Manual into the night just for the thrill of learning something new! Charlotte had a keen sense of humor and indulged in a few guilty pleasures including shopping and a love for “Days of Our Lives” that spanned decades! She was always impeccably dressed and prided herself on her manicured toes and perfect hair. She had a true servant’s heart and loved the Lord. She embodied the Godly woman in Proverbs 31 and reflected it in her demeanor daily. She would do anything for her family except compromise her principles. She was a member of the D.A.R. and of East Louisville Baptist Church. She retired from the Mississippi Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind where she used her natural gifts for compassion and encouragement. Charlotte went to be with the Lord on December 7, 2022 at 77. Her passing leaves a void that her family can never fill. She cared for them and put them first until her final breath.

She is survived by her husband, Larry McCullouch of Flowood, MS, son Charles L. (Chasity) McCullouch, of Brandon, MS, daughter Marla (Paul) Jackson of Columbia, MO, and son Joshua McCullouch of Flowood, MS, three sisters Janice Carter and Libby Farish both of Louisville, MS and Ruth (Don) Kitzelman of Omaha, NE, six grandchildren, Cameron Jackson, Caroline Jackson, Sean Patrick McCullouch, Kellen McCullouch, Charlie McCullouch, and Lars McCullouch, and two great grandchildren, Lucy Marie McCullouch and Luke Patrick McCullouch.

She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Vida Edwards Webb; a sister, Walterine Tucker, and five brothers, Major, Bryan, Presley, Jerry, and Billy Joe Webb.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation at www.alz.org .

“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything.” - C.S. Lewis

Azzie Ree Brown

Azzie Ree Brown, 79, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, from Kingdom Hall. Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Eiland Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Randolph Anderson

Randolph Anderson, 92, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022 at the Oktibbeha County Medical Center, Starkville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, at 11 a.m., from Mount Pisgah M. B. Church, Preston, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mount Pisgah Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Robert Gregory “Greg” Fulton

We are sad to announce the passing of Robert Gregory “Greg” Fulton (3/10/1967-12/6/2022) of Louisville, Mississippi.

Greg was a faithful servant of the Lord where he was an altar boy, lector and served as the parish council president at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Greg’s family and friends were such a large part of his life. He adored his only son, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and cousins as well as his friends and their children. He was very generous with his time and donations to help people in need. Greg was an advocate for the outdoors especially enjoyed fishing, turkey hunting and rabbit hunting with his beagles. Another favorite pass time was watching old TV westerns. Greg graduated from Louisville High in 1986 where he proudly wore the #50 jersey on the football team. He furthered his education at East Central Community College before becoming a father. Greg was a jack of all trades when it came to his profession from electrician to landscaper to carpentry. He was one of the hardest workers and always exceeded expectations.

Greg is preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Paula Fulton of Louisville, MS. Greg is survived by his son Brandon (Kelli) Fulton and three grandchildren, Aubree, Cooper and Bailey. He also survived by his father Bernard Lee Fulton and sister Stephanie (Brian) Horan and nieces and nephews Sarah, Robert (Bryce), Savannah and James (Daly) Horan

Visitation will be 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Porter Funeral Home on Friday, December 9th, with funeral mass service at 11:30 A.M. held at Sacred Catholic Church on Spring Street Louisville, followed by a grave side service at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Honorary pallbearers will be Bryce Horan, Daly Horan, Chucky Dempsey, Troy Robertson, Tom Tehan, John Craft, Larry Veazey, Steve White, Mike McAdory, Brad Bridges, and Paul Haley.

Memorials may be made to the Mississippi Wildlife Federation https://mswildlife.org/donate/

Ruby Ann Rogers

Ruby Rogers was born to Willie and Bytha Flake on November 10, 1932 in Winston County. She passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at her residence in Louisville, Mississippi, with her loving family by her side. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 10 at 1 p.m. in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Chapel with Dr. Mason Joy and Bro. Ed Newman officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in New Hope Methodist Cemetery in Louisville.

She was a lady who loved God, her family and taking care of others. She led by example. She didn't just talk to her children about God, she went with them to church and showed them how to live life as a Christian. She was a hard worker and gave her children a strong work ethic.

She was an excellent seamstress, cook, and gardener. Her yard and garden were her pride and joy. The only thing she enjoyed more than being on her John Deere mower was cooking her delicious pound cake and chicken and dumplings and sharing these with her family, neighbors, friends, and church family. She found great joy in providing meals for others.

She worked at Spartus Corporation for over 30 years while working alongside her family on their farm. She was a member of East Louisville Baptist Church for over 50 years. Ruby was a charter member of the local chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy; and for more than 50 years, she was a member of the Eastern Star Lodge #60.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Clarence Robertson and Frank Rogers; her son-in-law, Bruce Goodin; and grandsons, Chad Goodin and Matthew Robertson. She was also preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, James Flake and George Flake; and her sisters, Maggie Eaves, Katherine McBrayer, and Minnie Hudspeth.

She leaves behind to mourn her children: Judy Goodin, Kay Whitehead, and Mike (Linda) Robertson; and her step-children, Frank Rogers and Dianne (Paul) Beard. She also leaves behind her grandchildren: Brad Goodin, Kimberly Robertson, Summer (Jay) Goodwin, and Autumn (Brent) Jones; as well as her great-grandchildren: Ashton (Alex) May, Austin Goodin, Chandler Robertson, Justin Goodin, Camden Robertson, Lexi Ball, Hannah Goodwin, Kalee Goodin, Braeden Goodwin, Maison Ball, and Brock Jones.

Her family wishes to thank her very special niece Joyce Smith for the loving care over the last few months. Also thank you to Jesse Carter, Dr. Dustin Gentry, the staff at Winston Medical Center, Accent Care Home, and Accent Care Hospice for their care and guidance through this difficult time.

Serving as pallbearers are Maison Ball, Braeden Goodwin, Jay Goodwin, Jerry Hill, Brent Jones, Brock Jones, Camden Robertson, and Chandler Robertson. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial in honor of Ms. Ruby be given to New Hope Cemetery Fund, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Tribute Program, P. O. Box 1000 Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142, or French Camp Academy, One Fine Place, French Camp, MS 39745.

Our hearts are broken and we will miss this special lady so much but we rejoice and have peace knowing she is completely healed free of pain and rejoicing in the arms of Jesus.

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.

Bobby R. Hitt

 Mr. Bobby Ray Hitt, 72, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at his home in Preston, MS. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 10th, at Hopewell Baptist Church in Little Rock, MS, with Rev. Matthew Hitt and Rev. Jerry Lundy officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the church. Interment will be in Hopewell Baptist Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Bobby was born July 15, 1950, in Picayune, MS. He graduated from Beulah Hubbard High School, and was a truck driver for Miller Transport for 42 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine Viverette Hitt and Jesse Bobby Hitt; his step-father Marzine Jones; one grandson, Kaleb Hitt; and his sisters, Alisa Gaye Hitt and Sherri Hitt Russell.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Barbara Bean Hitt of Preston, MS; two daughters, Jennifer (Michael) Sharpston of Philadelphia, MS and Nancy (Jimmy) Higginbotham of Preston, MS; two sons, Matthew (Bridgett) Hitt of Little Rock, MS and Chris (Alisha) Hitt of Gardendale, AL; 11 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and his aunt, Brenda Viverette.

Pallbearers will be C.J. Hitt, Logan Hitt, Jacob Hitt, Gray Coleman, Ronnie Brown, Doug Butler, Colby Higginbotham, and Andre Triplett.

 

Olyn “Keith” Lowrey

Olyn “Keith” Lowrey, January 13, 1959 - December 4, 2022. Keith Lowrey, 63 passed away Sunday morning, December 4, 2022. He was born January 13, 1959, to Aaron and Hilda Lowrey in Louisville, Mississippi.

Keith spent his early life in Louisville, Mississippi where he played football at Winston Academy. He was a painter by trade and enjoyed riding horses on trail rides and would often travel to ride with his friends. Keith was loved by many and could always light up a room. He was never without a funny joke to tell; whether suitable for the occasion or not. To know him was to love him. The challenges he faced in life never deterred his faith and love for the Lord. His faith gave him comfort in knowing where he was going when his life here was finished. "I have swept away your offenses like a cloud, your sins like the morning mist. Return to me, for I have redeemed you." -Isaiah 44:22

Keith is preceded in death by his father, Aaron Olyn Lowrey; his brother, Aaron Anthony Lowrey; and his sister, Janice Lowrey Richardson. He is survived by his mother, Hilda Lowrey; brothers Joseph Lowrey and Murray Lowrey; his daughter and son-in-law, Holli and Joel Nobles; his son, Olyn Van Lowrey; his daughter and son-in-law, Mary Kathryn and Dustin Clay. Keith had eight grandchildren that he loved; Kyle, Ryne, Blake, Bryson, Madyson, Dawson, Lily and Lucy. Keith is survived by numerous friends and family members, including two of his very dearest friends, Carolyn Kyle and Mack Dees.

A visitation/service to share happy memories and celebrate Keith’s life, in the way he would want to be remembered, will be held Thursday, December 8, 2022, from 2-4pm at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, MS.

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.

Brenton L. “Jackie” McKnight

Brenton Loran "Jackie" McKnight, Jr., 73, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2022, at his residence in Weir, MS. He was born April 16, 1949, in Winston County, MS, to Brenton L., Sr. and Imogene (King) McKnight. Jackie was a retired construction worker/carpenter. He was a member of New Zion Baptist Church.

Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, 1:00 p.m., at New Zion Baptist Church in Weir, MS, with Rev. Doug Atkinson officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 till service time at 1:00 at the church.

Jackie is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Higgs) McKnight of Weir, MS; 3 sons, Brent (Dawn) McKnight of Weir, MS, Kevin Keith (Addy) McKnight of Madison, MS, Jimmy (Kristin) Boykin of Weir, MS; 1 brother, Dale McKnight of Weir, MS; 1 sister, Linda Jean (Roy) Baxter of Weir, MS; and 4 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, and 3 brothers.

Memorials may be made to New Zion Baptist Church in Weir, MS.

Virginia Juanice Dempsey Fulton

Virginia Juanice Dempsey Fulton, age 82, passed away on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Choctaw Regional Medical Center in Ackerman, Mississippi. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 6 from 5:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 7 at Middleton United Methodist Church with Bro. Antoine Stokes officiating. Visitation will also be the day of the service at the church from 9 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow in Middleton Cemetery.

Juanice was born December 12, 1939, to Richard and Ollie Mae Horton Dempsey in Mississippi. She was a member of Middleton United Methodist Church. Juanice loved to work in her garden and she loved the farm. She also enjoyed fishing but most of all, she loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Juanice is survived by three sons: Randy Fulton and wife, Tammy, of Macon, Mississippi; Ronnie Fulton, and Rodney Fulton both of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Maw” to her grandchildren: Phillip Fulton, Lauren Fulton, Krystal Fulton Hoskins, Coli Kirk, and Mackenzie Shumaker; as well as her 15 great-grandchildren: Avriel Fulton, Logan Hoskins, Christanna Hoskins, Christian “Feet” Hoskins, Gabriel Kirk, Garrett Sanderson, C. J. Shumaker, Kailea Shumaker, Makenna Shumaker, Cadence Kirk, Remy Jackson, Ella Fulton, Sophia Fulton, Jackson Fulton, and Blake Fulton; and her great-great-grandson Briceson Fulton. Juanice is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, J. P. Fulton; two sons, Ricky and Roger Fulton; her parents; and her sister, Faye Miller.

Serving as pallbearers are John Mark Dickerson, Dennis Duncan, Roger Garrard. 

Memorial contributions in honor of Ms. Juanice may be given to Middleton Cemetery Fund.

Diane Lagusta Coleman

Diane Lagusta Coleman, 72, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, December 3, 2022 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 Bethany Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.