Monday, July 29, 2024
Laura Mae Hairston
Saturday, July 27, 2024
Barbara James
Visitation will be Monday, July 29, 2024, from 10:00-11:00AM at Coleman Funeral Home, Ackerman, MS. Funeral Service will be Monday, July 29, 2024, at 11:00AM at Coleman Funeral Home, Ackerman, MS, with Pastor Melvin Mordecai officiating. Burial will be at Double Springs Methodist Cemetery in Maben, MS with Coleman Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Barbara was born on May 5, 1941 in Maben, Ms, to the late Willie and Lizette Love. Barbara achieved her Bachelor’s degree at Mississippi State. Barbara was a social worker at Choctaw County Department of Human Services and finished her career working at Golden Triangle Planning and Development. Barbara loved the outdoors and horse riding. She loved to bow hunt, and was a multiple state champion in archery. Barbara was a member of Antioch Baptist Church of Winston County. She loved her family fiercely. Barbara is survived by her beloved husband of 38 years, Leland James; children- Tina Tullos Goodin and Tracey Tullos Anderson married to Chad Anderson and Mary Harrison married to Robert Harrison and Annice Hill; sister- Iris Farley; grandchildren- Ashton May married to Alex May, Dalton Anderson, Lynley Grace Anderson, Garret Harrison, John Michael Hill and Nikki Davis and several great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be – Garrett Harrison, Chad Anderson, Dalton Anderson, Mack Fondren, Paul Pearson and Alex May.
Friday, July 26, 2024
Ladd Reynolds
Ladd is survived by his son, Matthew (Emily) Reynolds of Nashville, Tennessee; his mother, Linda Reynolds of Ethel, Mississippi; his sister, Erin (Adam) Rees of Clinton, Mississippi; and his former spouse and friend, Dawn Peterson Reynolds of Starkville. He is also survived by his loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of friends.
Memorials in memory of Ladd may be given to East Louisville Baptist Church, P. O. Box 706, Louisville, MS 39339.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Gwendolyn Darlene Hall Eichelberger
Gwendolyn, was born to the parents of Harold Hall and Pearlie Mae Riddle Hall on June 30, 1960 in Winston County Mississippi. She was preceded in death by her parents; Pearlie Mae and Harold Hall; husband, Oscar Eichelberger; daughter, Imia Williams; sister, Francine Jones.
She is survived by her; grands, Aniya Wilson and Makhi Williams; siblings; Dorothy Crawford, Milton (Elizabeth) Hall, Harold Hall, Joleen (Leslie) Carter, Steven Martin (Marquita) Burrage and Harold Pedro Young, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends
Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.
Gabrell Lagrone
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Roy H. Smith
Mr. Smith was an avid MSU sports fan. He also loved his church, was actively involved, and served as a long-time deacon for Morgan Chapel Baptist Church.
Graveside services and burial will be held at Morgan Chapel Cemetery in Sturgis, MS, on Monday, July 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Brandon Powell officiating. Coleman Funeral Home of Ackerman is in charge of all arrangements.
Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Susan (Kozisek) Smith of Sturgis; 2 daughters, Kate (Tim) Murphy of Alpharetta, GA, and Deborah (Gary) Phillips of Kansas; 2 sons, Paul Hunter of Martinsburg, West Virginia, and Daryl (Sherri) Smith of Clinton, MS; 2 brothers, Howard (Sue) Mosley of Meridian, MS and Charles (Gail) Mosley of Meridian, MS; 7 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and 1 sister, Carol Bateman.
Memorials may be made to the Morgan Chapel Building Fund.
Johnny Glen Stokes
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Johnny is survived by a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Tommy Stokes and Lynn (Britt) Collier and a brother, Jeremy Stokes.
John Morris Fulgham
He retired in 1989 as the Vocational Director of the Education Department in Monroe, NC. He served in the military for two years before joining the International Male Chorus. John attended Mississippi State University, where he received his Master’s Degree in Education.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sue Yarbrough Fulgham, who he lovingly referred to as his Angel; brothers, Gene and Bob Fulgham; and sisters, Margie Fulgham and Betty O’Brian.
He is survived by his sister, Birdie Harpole (Demar) of Brandon, MS; and numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, July 24, 2024, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Double Springs Baptist Church in Maben, MS, with the funeral service immediately following. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery in Noxapater, MS. George (Dink) O’Brian and Rev. Larry Halford will conduct the service.
Grady Earl Suttle
Grady was born in Noxapater on November 6, 1936, to John Irvin and Edna Bane Suttle. He was a member of Noxapater Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. Grady served his community in various capacities including serving as an alderman for the City of Noxapater for more than 30 years. He also served on the Winston-Louisville Economic Development Board and the Renasant Bank of Louisville Board of Directors. Grady enjoyed serving others; working in his garden; and working!
Grady is survived by his daughter, Cindy Wilkes and husband, Charlie; son, Rusty Suttle and wife, Sherry; and brother-in-law, James Arnold, all of Noxapater. He loved being “PaPaw” to four granddaughters: Becky (Russell) Hamilton; Missy (Brandon) Sherwood; Joleigh (Kenny) Drury; and Jenna (Riley) Jones; as well as, seven great-grandchildren: Lexi, Winston, Reed, and Braxton Sherwood; and Gwen, Taylor, and Wes Hamilton.
Serving as pallbearers will be Hugh Brian Barrier, Speedy Calvert, Glen Haab, Bruce Kirk, Jim McAdory, and Marc McCool.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
Saturday, July 20, 2024
Johnnie Fulgham Gammill
She is survived by her daughters, Pam Gentry and Renee Kemp (Carl); grandchildren, Chad Moore, Lacey Hodges, Justin Hodges, Whitney Franks (Rodger), Mandy Holloway (Jeffrey), Hilary Blankenship (Tommy), Casey Conner (Sean), and Caitlin Polk (Doug); 15 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean Gammill and Sandra Tucker; nieces, Cynthia Berry and Margaret Odom (Tony); nephew, Rodney Gammill (Pam); and a host of other nieces and nephews.
Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Welch Funeral Home in Starkville, MS, with the funeral service immediately following in the funeral home chapel. The burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Starkville.
Charles Triplett
Dorothy Jean Harper
Dorothy, was born December 7, 1947 to the parents of Lieutenant Nicholson and Edna Hickman Nicholson in Winston County Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lieutenant and Edna Nicholson; brothers Otis Nicholson and William Nicholson; sister, Easter Curtis.
She is survived by her sons, Michael Harper, Anthony Harper and Corey (Sabrina) Harper; sisters, Mattie Haynes and Carolyn Williams and a host of grands, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
Friday, July 19, 2024
William "Josh" McGee
Funeral services for William "Josh" McGee will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. from McClain-Hays Chapel with Bro. Mark Gill officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at McClain-Hays. Interment will be in the Mt. Olive Cemetery at House.
William “Josh” McGee, 23, Of Union died Monday, July 15,2024.
Josh was born in Lauderdale County, MS to Daniel and Miranda McGee, but raised in Neshoba County. He attended Union public school. He was employed with Central MS. Land and Timber/ McKee Construction for three years, and work was his passion. Josh loved hunting, fishing and, gaming. He loved his pets, and spending time with his daughter and fiancé. Mr. McGee attended Free Trade Church of God. Josh will be missed by his numerous friends and family whom he loved dearly.
Survivors include fiancé, Taylor Muffler of Union, MS; daughter, Fallon McGee; parents, Miranda and Daniel McGee, Union, MS; sister, Taylor Brooke McGee (Caleb), Union, MS; brother, Bradley Muffler, Union, MS; aunt, Kimberly Winters (Larry), Noxapater, MS; aunt, Renee Parker, Union, MS; uncles, Jerome Parker (Jennifer) and Bobby Parker (Amanda); great uncle, Keith McGee (Rhonda), and soon to be arriving baby Willis.
Josh was preceded in death by his grandparents, Portia and Billy Parker, and Teddy and Brenda McGee; great grandparents, Billy and Nita McGee; uncle, Dewayne Parker; and aunt, Susie Parker.
Pallbearers, Todd McKee, Charles Jones, Casey Parker, Caleb McKee, Patrick Adams, Jay Dillmore, Michael Stepp and Earl McDaniel.
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Mrs. Wynell Holder Miles
Mrs. Miles was born to Aubrey and Fannie Mae Snow Holder on March 20, 1926. She was a faithful member of Enon Baptist Church until her health prevented her attendance. She was a dairy farmer along with her husband, Lester Miles. Mrs. Miles drove a school bus for Nanih Waiya School for 33 years and was a cafeteria worker for 24 years. She retired from public work in 1988, but never retired from helping her family, friends and neighbors, as long as her health allowed. She enjoyed gardening and quilting.
Mrs. Miles was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brothers, Rudolph, Harold, and Donhue Holder; her sisters, Maedell Martin, Peggy Ruth Holder, and Betty Lou White; and her son-in-law, Gene Estes.
She is survived by her daughter, Patty Estes of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny” to her grandson, Keith Alexander; great-grandchildren, Taylor Alexander (Ethan) Hamilton and Lane Alexander; her great-great-granddaughter, Lillie Ruth Hamilton; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends.
Serving as pallbearers are Keith Alexander, Lane Alexander, Randy Sullivan, Aubrey Holder, Terry Holder, Randy Fulton, Bobby Paten, Lee Verry. Honorary pallbearers are Gabe Snow, Neil Snow, Joey Johnson, and Eddie Hildebran. Memorials in honor of Mrs. Miles may be given to the charity of your choice.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
Reverend Robert Sangster
Rev Robert Earl Sangster is survived by his wife, Wanda Kelly Sangster; four daughters, Deidre Sledge, of Charlotte, NC., Brioni S. Jackson (Gerald) of Michigan City, IN., Carla Kelly Parks (Jeremy), and Colett Kelly, both of Louisville, MS; eight grandchildren; six brothers, Paul Sangster of Phoeniz, AZ., Lawrence Sangster of Starkville, MS., Jeremiah Sangster (Mary) of Flowood, MS., Willie D. Sangster of Starkville, MS., Willie Roy Sangster, JR, (Teresa), Tommy Sangster (Beverly), Steven Ball (Patricia), all of Louisville, MS.; four sisters, Katherine Sangster of Flint, MI., Dorothy Kelly (Charles) of Milwaukee, WI., Pauline Ford (Allen), Betty Love (James) both of Louisville, MS.
Pastor Robert Brownlee is the officiate for services. Pallbearers are Brian Sangster, Jeremy Sangster, Jaquavious Sangster, Xavier Rodgers, Taylor Ball, Melvin Hunt, Tremond Miller, Tyrone Stallings, and Dequarius Haynes.
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
William Bruce Frazier
Bruce was born on January 7, 1935, in the Webster community of Winston County. His parents moved to Louisville when he was one year old. After graduating from Louisville High School in 1952, he attended Mississippi State University, and later the University of Houston. He was employed by the Mississippi Valley Portland Cement Co. of Redwood, MS, for ten years, and later retired in 1998 after 27 years with the Yellow Freight Systems, located in Richland, MS. He was a Master Mason and Shriner, belonging to the Wahabi Shrine of Jackson, and the Masonic Lodge #51 of Hernando, MS.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, William Lamar Frazier and Mattie Sue White Frazier, a brother, Lamar Gene Frazier, Sr. (June), and a sister, Joan Lucille Brown, and her husband, Tommy.
He is survived by one son, Dr. William Garth (Lisa) Frazier of Florence, AL; a grandson, Stuart Ladd Frazier of Oxford, MS; a sister, Noneine Keene of Louisville, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorials in memory of Bruce may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in Memphis, TN; or St. Luke United Methodist Church of Tupelo, MS.
One of Bruce’s favorite Bible verses was Proverbs 3:5-13 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths. Don’t consider yourself to be wise; fear the Lord and turn away from evil. This will be healing for your body and strengthening for your bones. Honor the Lord with your possessions and with the first produce of your entire harvest: then your barns will be completely filled, and your vats will overflow with new wine. Do not despise the Lords’ instruction, my son, and do not loathe His discipline; for the Lord disciplines the one He loves, just as a father, the son he delights in. Happy is a man who finds wisdom and who acquires understanding.”
Friday, July 12, 2024
Mark Jackson, Jr.
Rev. Danny Ray Bryant
He was a Baptist minister for most of his life leading others to Christ since 1967 and a teacher at Hickory Flat High School from 1967 to 1977. He received his Masters of Theology at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary where he met his wife, Connie. They raised their family in Mississippi where he was a pastor at Temple Baptist Church in Myrtle, MS, Blythe Creek Baptist Church in Mathiston, MS, Poplar Flat Baptist Church in Louisville, MS, Scotland Baptist Church in Winona, MS, Weir Baptist Church in Weir, MS, Pleasant Ridge in Woodland, MS, and interim pastor at Mount Pisgah in Eupora, MS where he retired in 2017.
He loved all things outdoors, especially gardening and fishing. He dearly loved his family and spending time with them.
He leaves behind his wife of 59 years Connie Bryant. His sister Tommye Harris. His children Danny Jr (Judy), Carol (Israel), Larry (Natasha) and Jonathan (Courtney). His seven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
Visitation is scheduled for Saturday, July 13, 2024, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Welch Funeral Home in Starkville, MS, with the funeral service immediately following in the funeral home chapel. Dr. Gary Blair will conduct the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Baptist Children’s Village, P. O. Box 27, Clinton, MS 39060-0027.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Betty Jo Majors Pool
In addition to her parents. She is preceded in death by her late husband Hugh Majors and her brother Jerry Barnett.
Survivors include her husband Scott Pool of Noxapater, two daughters, Lora (Jeffrey) King of Longview, TX, Pam (Allen) Levins of Byhalia, MS, One sister Peggy Barfield of Noxapater, one brother, Wayne (Connie) Barnett of Frostproof, FL, one sister-in-law, Shirley Barnett of Noxapater. Three granddaughters, Tiffany Israel of Longview, TX, Megan (Traveal) Barber of Olive Branch, MS, and Nikki Riley of Olive Branch, MS, one grandson, Timothy King of Michigan. Three great grandchildren, Brayden Erwin, Landen Barber, and Charlee Barber. A host of nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Thomas F. Higgins, Sr.
Funeral services will be held at Weir Baptist Church in Weir, MS on Friday, July 12, 2024 at 12:00 PM. Burial will follow at Weir Cemetery in Weir, MS. Visitation will be held prior to service time from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Weir Baptist Church in Weir, MS.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Lessame Higgins of Weir, MS; his daughter, Irene Edwards (Chris) Ishneal of West, MS; and two sons, Tony (Mary) Higgins of Weir, MS and Eddie Edwards of Jackson, TN. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Odie Mae (Wills) Higgins, a daughter, Melinda Peacock, and a brother, Therrel Higgins.
Memorials may be made to Weir Baptist Church or Weir Cemetery.
Clovis Lee Parker Jr.
Lee was born March 20, 1968, to Clovis Lee and Beverly Morris Parker. He was a graduate of Noxapater High School. Lee enjoyed working in the carpentry field. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for hunting and fishing.
Lee is survived by his parents and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Serving as pallbearers are David Parker, Tim Parker, Chris Blackwell, Darel Snow, David Dodson and Jay White. Memorials may be given to Hight Assembly of God Church.
The Parker family would like to express their gratitude to all who assisted in the search for Lee.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
Friday, July 5, 2024
Martha Jo Ward Nabors
Survivors include her daughters, Sandra Webb and her husband Michael of Magnolia, TX, and Donna Couvion of Tupelo, MS, grandchildren, Dustin Webb, Lindsay Eaton, Farrah Webb Ferro, Seth Watson, and Aubrie Watson, great grandchildren, Abby Jo Webb, Cash Eaton, and Kaydence Ivy Webb, brother, Richard Ward of Anderson, SC, and sisters, Gloria Joiner of Louisville, MS, Mary Sanders of Louisville, MS, Nancy Quinn of Louisville, MS, and Tina Ward of SC.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Mary Rue Blaine
Mary was born on June 29, 1930, in Littlefield, Texas, to the late Gladys Parker Roberts and Rue Roberts. She was raised in New Mexico, where she met and married her husband, Garvis Lamar Blaine, on December 1, 1957. The pair traveled the world together, following Lamar’s Air Force career to many faraway places. They eventually settled in Ackerman, Mississippi, where Mary raised her children and found a wonderful community of friends at Concord Baptist Church, where she worked as a secretary for many years. While Lamar was deployed, she would take on all the responsibilities of the children and farm with ease, and even found time to take on small jobs here and there babysitting, working as a lifeguard, and a fire spotter.
With an appreciation for all of her many blessings, Mary was thrifty and conscious, always finding ways to reuse and repurpose items around her house. You could seldom find her without a Harlequin paperback in hand, devouring countless copies over the years. Mary was quiet by nature, fully content with the peace and solitude she found on her farm. She was surrounded by so many of life’s simple pleasures and especially enjoyed raising rabbits and her beloved guineas. While Lamar considered the birds a nuisance, especially when they all squawked in unison, Mary appreciated their usefulness at keeping ticks and snakes away and felt that they earned their keep. Though she was reserved and preferred the privacy and comfort of staying in, she was still known for her abounding grace and strength. Mary’s home was always open to her children and grandchildren, and nothing brought her greater joy than to have the entire family gathered around the table playing cards.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Garvis Lamar Blaine; siblings, Billy Hamilton and Janie Dennis; and grandson, Turner Blaine.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Terry BarrĂłn and her husband, Jose, of Pontotoc, MS; her sons, Mark Blaine and his wife, Cheryl, of Adelaide, Australia, Kirk Blaine and his wife, Lori, of Philadelphia, MS, and Scott Blaine and his wife, Teresa, of Caledonia, MS; sister, Lois Roberts of Las Cruses, NM; as well as seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy or memorial contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to a Christian charity of the donor’s choice.
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Mr. Paul Eichelberger
James E. “Red” Cornett
A lifelong resident, Red loved Choctaw County deeply. The only things he loved more were his family and the Lord. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener. In his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with friends and working around his home in Fentress.
A memorial service will be held at Enon Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Ackerman on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 11:30 AM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM.
Red is survived by his wife of 45 years, Holly Cornett of Ackerman; his daughters, Amanda Cornett of Louisville, Misty (Brian) Thompson of Savannah, GA, Anna Carol (Jody) Lovett of Byhalia, and Jen Cornett of Brandon; his grandchildren, Angel (Reece) Miller of Poplarville, Katy Thompson of Savannah, GA, Madison Lovett of Byhalia, Ben Thompson of Savannah, GA, and Kendall Willard of Byhalia; and his great-grandchildren, Preston and Evelyn Miller of Poplarville. He also leaves behind two sisters: Gretchen Beaudoin of Surrey, BC, and Mary Ann (Bobby) Yates of Louisville.
He was predeceased by his grandparents Mattie Taylor and Roy C. Stevenson, his parents Albert and Narvell Black and Elbert Cornett, and his son James Russell Cornett.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Enon Cumberland Presbyterian Church Building Fund, Ackerman, MS.
Foster Glass
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
William A. “Bill” Bowman
He was born on March 24, 1953, in Atlanta, GA, to Louise Aderhold and Ed H. Bowman. After graduating from Ridgeview High School in Atlanta, he attended Georgia Tech and graduated with a degree in Industrial Management, followed by a master’s degree.
After graduation, he worked for Touche Ross Consulting Firm, and Georgia Power Company as a business manager. During his life in Asheville, he was Director of Ridgecrest Conference Center in Black Mountain. Bill then served as associate professor at Mars Hill University, in the business department. His unique gifts and skills were applied to these varied professions, and he was recognized for his many achievements.
Throughout his life, Bill was active in Christian service and ministry to his churches. He served as deacon, Chair of Deacons, and Sunday school teacher to adults and children.
Bill loved his family’s location in Asheville because of the majestic mountains that surrounded them. He was deeply devoted to his family and prioritized family activities, such as hiking, beach time, and coaching his children’s sporting teams, including baseball and soccer. As an Eagle Scout himself, he helped his son accomplish the same goal, working as a scout leader.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Nell Graves Bowman; his daughter, Catherine; his son, Michael; brothers, Ed Bowman (Betty) and Ron Bowman (Dorothy); granddaughter, Gracelyn; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
A family burial service was held on Sunday, June 30, in Ackerman, MS.
The details for a memorial service at West Asheville Baptist Church will be announced at a later date