Gola Gilliland

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gola Mae (Breland) Gilliland on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 in Oxford, MS. She was 91 years old.

Gola was born on January 3, 1933 to John and Naomi Breland. She spent her childhood in Sherwood, MS along with her siblings, Mildred, Johnnie, Doyce, Dale, and Orville. On September 11, 1953, Gola married Richard Douglas Gilliland in West Point, MS. They had 5 children – Richard, Danny, Gary, John, and Roger – and eventually settled in Ackerman, MS.

Gola was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She considered children to be her greatest joy and actively served in the Ackerman Baptist Church’s children’s ministry for decades. Her lively spirit kept her young at heart and led to her constant pursuit of new hobbies.

In her golden years, Gola discovered a hidden talent in oil painting. Largely influenced by the artistic style of Thomas Kinkade, she painted landscapes and reflections of childhood memories that will continue to be treasured by loved ones.

Gola was a one-of-a-kind woman with an unwavering Christian faith. She endured the devasting losses of her husband and children, never veering from her trust in God’s plan. Her steadfast faith is an inspiration to many and a reminder of God’s constant provision. Let us not mourn the loss of this titan of the faith but instead celebrate the homecoming of a cherished child of God.

She is survived by her grandchildren, Shawn (Jesse) Gilliland, Brandon Gilliland, and Meghan (Jake) Taylor, and her many nieces and nephews, including those that served as her caregivers – Sharon Jent, Sonja Parish, Janice Chesser, and Linda Chesser.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 31 at 10:00am with a funeral service to follow at 11:00am at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. In lieu of flowers, given Gola’s dedication to serving children, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Richard Shurden

Richard Boyd Shurden of Mathiston, MS, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Richard was born on May 10, 1959, in Ackerman, MS, to Harold and Mary (Foote) Shurden. He was 65 years old. Richard was retired from the Choctaw County Road Crew. He was a member of Blythe Creek Baptist Church.

Funeral services will be held at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS on Monday, September 2, 2024 at 11:00 AM with Bro. Rob Faulk officiating. Burial will follow at Blythe Creek Baptist Cemetery near Mathiston, MS. Visitation will be held prior to service time from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Pallbearers will be Grover Abbott, Chris McBride, Joshua McBride, Joel Taylor, Chad Fondren, Grady Erwin, Kyle Erwin, and Chris Pinnix. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rylan Taylor, Reece Taylor, Noah Fondren, and Jonah Fondren.

Richard is survived by his brother, Ron (Mary) Shurden of Louisville, MS; his sister, Janie (Bobby) Peeples of Ackerman, MS; 2 nieces, Ashley (Chad) Fondren and Brittany (Joel) Taylor; and 6 great nieces and nephews, Noah, Jonah, Ada Jane, Rylan, Reece and Rylie Ann.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lynn (Parker) Shurden; and his parents, Harold and Mary (Foote) Shurden.

Dwight Bragg

Dwight Bragg, 77, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home, Louisville, MS.

Dwight was born November 10, 1946 to the parents of Cleo Bertha Lidell and Ebb Bragg in Winston County Mississippi.

Dwight was preceded in death by his loving wife Louisa, brother, Sammie Vaughn and sister, Sandra B. Grant.

Dwight leaves to cherish his memory; children; David Overton, Davenport, IA, Brittany Dotson, Louisville, MS; brother, Emmett Vaughn, East Moline, IL.; sisters, Carolyn Ransom and Seretha Hopkins both of Covington, GA., Effie Bragg and Virginia (Edward) Jarrett of Moline, IL. and Althea Reed, Rock Island, IL.; grandchildren, 2, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Murdis Jean Jackson

Murdis Jean Jackson, 75, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at her home. A memorial service will be Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel, Louisville, MS.

Mrs. Jackson, was born March 31, 1949 to the parents of William Taft Ball and Velma Dawkins Ball, in Winston County Mississippi.

Mrs. Jackson is survived by; children, Melissa Jackson and Carnell Jackson both of Louisville, Mississippi; one grand, Ronald Hearan; one great grand, Nathaniel Hearan; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Francis Glenn Doss

Mrs. Francis Glenn Doss, 95, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at the Neshoba County Nursing Home, Philadelphia, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11 a.m., from Mount Pleasant #1 Missionary Baptist Church, 2058 Evergreen Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Webster Cemetery, Louisville, MS.

Mrs. Doss was born December 25, 1928 to the parents of Cleveland Lynch and Katie Welch Lynch in Winston County Mississippi.

Mrs. Doss was a faithful member of the Mount Pleasant #1 Missionary Baptist Church. She was known for her excellence in cooking.

Mrs. Doss was preceded in death by ; husbands; parents; children, Mary Joyce Smith and Joseph Glenn Jr.; step-children, Herman Doss, Thomas Doss, Gus Doss, Lee Doss, Sherman Doss and Bennie Nicholson.

She is survived by; children, Katie Freeman, Bertha Eiland, Ollie (Rev. William) Haynes, Clara Pearl Wilson, Alice Faye Smith, Delinda (Anthony) Legemah and Kendrick (Calandra) Doss; grandchildren, great grands and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends

Dan Whitfield, Jr.

Dan Whitfield, Jr., 84, of Greenwood, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the Greenwood Leflore Hospital , Greenwood, MS. Funeral service will be Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 2 p.m., from Still Valley Missionary Baptist Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Saturday from 4 until 6 p.m. from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Dan, was born September 11, 1939, to the parents of Dan Whitfield and Truelove Kyes Whitfield in Winston County Mississippi.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents; Wife, Gladys Baker Whitfield and one son, Andre Whitfield.

Dan is survived by; children, Vannessa (Andre) Whitfield, Don Anthony (Gwen) Whitfield, Dan (Marie) Whitfield II, Kevin (Sara) Whitfield and Jima Whitfield; grandchildren 17 ; siblings, Alberta Whitfield, Marie Whitfield and Floyd Whitfield. a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Dr. Eula Diane Wilson

Dr. Eula Diane Wilson, 72, of Newark, Delaware, formerly of Tupelo, Mississippi, passed on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the Christiana Care Christiana Hospital, Newark, Delaware. Diane, was born July 29, 1952 in Tupelo, Mississippi to the parents of Billy Wilson and Elnora (Sis) Wade Wilson. At an early age she united with Mount Pleasant M. B. Church, in Tupelo, MS., under the Leadership of Rev. W. H. Ratliff and served in many capacities of the Church and the Springhill District Association of Mississippi.

After moving to Wilmington, Delaware, she joined Eight Street Baptist Church, DBA, The Resurrection Center located at 3301 North Market Street, Wilmington, DE. She was an ordained Elder at the Church under the Leadership of Bishop Dr. S. Todd Townsend Sr. and Pastor, Dr. Cleo Vilina Townsend. From the Moment Elder Diane Wilson joined this church, she served and provided leadership for various ministries. She was one of the first female ordained deacons at the Eighth Street Baptist Church.

She was a Sunday School Teacher and facilitated several ordination trainings for new elders, deacons and ministers. She provided coordination of Communion and Baptism, assistance with teaching for Bishop's Bible Study online, leadership for the prayer ministries on Friday evenings and at 6:00 a.m. Also, Elder Diane was a gatekeeper for the prayer ministry. Elder Diane was the current Recording Secretary for the Governance Board of The Resurrection Center and member of the Levitical Order (Leadership ministry comprised of elders, deacons and ministers). Elder Diane Wilson was a serious unapologetic obedient servant of Jesus Christ. Diane was a member of the AKA Sorority.

She graduated from George Washington Carver High School in 1970 where she was the class Valedictorian. She graduated from Itawamba Community College, AA, Degree, University of Mississippi, BS, Degree, Mississippi State, MS, Degree, and Mississippi State University, Ph.D. She taught at several universities retiring at Morgan State University, where she served as Medical Technology Program Director and Professor of Biology.

Funeral Service will be Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 2 p.m., from Mount Pleasant M. B. Church, 2335 Clayton Road, Tupelo, MS. 38804, Visitation will be Saturday, August 24, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., from Agnew and Sons Funeral Home, 337 College Avenue, Verona, MS. 38879. Burial will be in the Mount Pleasant Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Diane, is survived by; cousins, Osbey W. Beck, Jr., Robert A. (Sylvia) Beck, Barbara Crayton and Kay F. Beck, who were raised as siblings, and a host of other aunts and cousins. Livestreaming from the facebook page of Willie Matthews

Kristi Ann Dunaway

Kristi Ann Dunaway, 56, of Ackerman, MS., passed on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at her home. Funeral Service will be Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11 a.m., from Providence Baptist Church, 1545 Chester Tomnolen Road, Eupora, MS. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Weir in charge of arrangements.

Kristi, was born to the parents of James Tabor and Gail Taylor Tabor on August 4, 1968 in Winston County Mississippi.Kristi was a faithful member of Providence Baptist Church. 

She is survived by; daughter, Kristen (Jerry) Peach; grandchildren; Katelyn, Holden, Mikael, Addyson and Weston; father, James Tabor; brother, Brad (Heather) Tabor; family, Joey Lucas and Sarah (Bob) Wells; father-in-law, Paul Lucas; nieces, nephews and beloved church family.    

Serving as pallbearers are Tommy Blake, Bobby Wells, Mikael Collum, Jerry Peach, Timothy Dinning and John Paul Lucas.

Lisa White Sciple

Lisa White Sciple, 60, passed away in Noxubee County, Mississippi, on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Visitation will be Sunday, August 25 from 5 p. m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, August 26 at Concord Baptist Church in Macon, Mississippi, with Reverend Sean Greer officiating. The family will also receive friends on Monday one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Salem Cemetery.

Lisa was born in Macon on December 23, 1963, to Lamar and Dean Holdiness White. She was an active member of Concord Baptist Church in Macon. Lisa’s hobbies included woodworking and sewing. Lisa dearly loved her family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed watching them participate in their various activities. She had an outgoing personality and as a result, she never met a stranger.

Lisa is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Jimmy Sciple; and her children: Brent Sciple of Blue Mountain, Mississippi; Bridget (Daniel) Moore; and Brody Sciple all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Maw” to her four grandchildren: Addison Moore, Allie Moore, Austin Moore, and Asher Moore. She is also survived by her siblings: Mickey (Deborah) White, Beverly Clark, Holly (Daryl) Rigdon, and Shannon (Jessi) White; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. She is preceded in death by her grandmother, Alice Coleman.

Serving as pallbearers are Brandon Clark, Brock Clark, Cody Rigdon, Zack White, Dustin White, Christopher Sciple, Lee James, and Dustin Davis. Memorials in honor of Lisa may be given to Salem Cemetery Fund, c/o Bro. Ethan Ewing, 21 Elkin Court, Macon, MS 39341.

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.

Raquel Ray

 Raquel Ray, 54, passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at Baptist Hospital in Jackson.

Funeral services are at 11:00 am Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Culpepper Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Burial will be at a later date.

Raquel is survived by her husband Terry Ray, sons, Jarrett Keith (Lauren) and Dusty Ray (Haley), and grandchildren Willa-Kayte, Kimber Jane, Anna Grace, Emma, John, and Hoyt.

She was retired with Attala County RSVP. Raquel had a great love for horses and spent many years running barrels. She also enjoyed traveling to Ft. Worth, TX and Mountain View, AR with her family.

Raquel was preceded in death by her mother, Bonnie Faye Bingham Archer.

Robert Lee Myers, Jr.

Robert Myers, Jr., of Weir, MS, passed away in his home on Monday, August 19, 2024, at the age of 73. Robert was born in Greenwood, MS, on March 1, 1951, to Robert and Grace Myers. Only 17 months older than his brother Joe, Robert took his role as the eldest son seriously and spent his life protecting, serving, and loving his mom and family.

Robert graduated from Starkville High School in 1969 and married the petite, soft-spoken Brenda Lucas on August 22, 1970, but soon after, he left to serve his country in Vietnam in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Crew Chief. He later served in the MS Army National Guard in the 1st Calvary Division, and you could find him wearing his Vietnam Vet hat and carrying a 45. He was proud of his service and loved his country, no matter the cost. He worked as an Industrial Maintenance Technician and settled down with his wife Brenda in Weir, MS, where they raised their two sons, Robert and Lucas. Robert and Brenda made a life together, sometimes hard, sometimes uncertain, but for 52 years they loved each other.

Robert was an active member and deacon of Bear Creek Baptist Church where he served the Lord and his church family, sometimes too well such as the time he worked on the cemetery sign but lost his footing on the ladder and thus was found hanging in the air by one arm, unable to free himself from his post. When he became a grandfather, he wanted to honor his paternal grandfather and be called “Pop,” a title he treasured with his 6 grandchildren. In later years, Robert and Brenda helped take care of his mother Grace in her home, right next to theirs. They had a standing coffee date every morning, hashing over aches and pains, the happenings of kids and grandkids, and the lessons the Lord was teaching them.

Robert is survived by his son, Robert Myers (Janet); his brother, Joe Myers (Marsha); and his grandchildren, Katy, Seth, Matt, Whitleigh (Gage), Kaydence, and Laura Brooke.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Grace Myers; his wife, Brenda; and his son, Lucas.

“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because having stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him.” -James 1:12

The service will be Thursday, August 22, 2024, at Bear Creek Baptist Church at 11:30 am, with visitation at 10:00 am. He will be buried next to his wife, Brenda, and son, Lucas at the Bear Creek Cemetery.

Charlotte Ruth Byrd

Mrs. Charlotte Ruth Byrd, 84, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at her home in Madison, Mississippi surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Byrd was born on February 12, 1940, in Lennox, Tennessee to Jack and Ruth Keen. She moved to Memphis, Tennessee during her high school years. She was a graduate of Treadwell High School. She worked at Graham Heights Academy until it closed in 1984. She attended church at Louisville Church of Christ in Louisville, Mississippi. She and her late husband were volunteers at Enid Lake Campground where a lot of wonderful memories were made with her family. She thoroughly enjoyed spending time with family, playing cards, fishing, and watching western movies. She was preceded in death by her parents, her late husband Roy Byrd of 62 years, and her special companion who kept her company during the day, Lilly.

She is survived by two daughters, Tammy (Billy) Conn of Madison, Mississippi, and Cathy (Troy) Davidson, Jr. of Memphis, Tennessee; Four grandchildren, Casey (Frankie) Thompson of Brandon, Mississippi, Trent Davidson of Memphis Tennessee, Taylor (Autumn) Conn of Philadelphia, Mississippi, and Trevor (Christine) Davidson of Memphis, Tennessee; Six great-grandchildren, Peyton and Addison Davidson, Willow Grace and William Conn, Roman Thompson and Baby Thompson due to arrive in March of 2025.

Serving as pallbearers are Billy Conn, Taylor Conn, Frankie Thompson, Troy Davidson, Jr., Trent Davidson, and Trevor Davidson.

The family would like to offer our sincere thanks to all her caregivers, especially those at St. Dominic’s Hospital, MEA Medical Clinic, Noxubee County General Hospital, and Arden Hospice.

Visitation will be on August 31, 2024, from 1:00-2:00 pm at Porter Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi with a graveside service to follow officiated by Bro. Billy Conn at Conn Family Cemetery on Yellow Creek Road.

Emma Jane Kennedy

 Mrs. Emma Jane Kennedy, 88 of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the Choctaw County Nursing Home, Ackerman, Mississippi. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 2 p.m. from New Zion M. B. Church, 58 New Zion Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Kennedy is survived by her grandchildren, Vontreal( Jackie) Hunt, Shawanda Miller, DeMario Miller, Deadra Miller and Sabrina Hunt; special nephew, Robert Miller and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Jarmarl Kentrell Murry

 Jarmarl Kentrell Murry, 42, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Thursday, August 15, 2024, at University Medical Center, Jackson, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 11 a.m., from Center Hill Church Of God In Christ, 3540 MS Hwy. 15, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville is in charge of arrangements.

Jarmarl, was born July 29, 1982, to his parents, Carl Lee Gill and Nancy Murry in Winston County Mississippi.

He is survived by his son, Kobe Jarmarl Murry; mother, Nancy Murry; grandparents, Riley Murry and Dorothy Murry; siblings, Shalonda(Kimberly) Mims, Kristy (Eric) Mays, Kakneeta Rogers and Jacqueline (Darrell) Hardin and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Barbara Joan Holdiness

Barbara Joan Holdiness, 78, passed away at her home in Louisville, Mississippi, on Monday, August 19, 2024, with her loving family by her side. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 21 from 5 p. m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 22 at Harmony Baptist Church with Reverend Jerry Lundy officiating. The family will also receive friends on Wednesday one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Good Hope Cemetery.

Joan was born July 23, 1946, to John David and Florene Miles Hatcher in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a 1964 graduate of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center. For 30 years, she worked at Cappaert Manufactured Housing in Vicksburg, Mississippi, as an electrician.

Joan is survived by her husband, J. W. Holdiness; and her children: Lara (Ricky) Morgan of Preston, Mississippi; Marla (Shaun) Kinbacher of Brandon, Mississippi; Regina (Willie) Smith of Vicksburg, Mississippi; and Jeffery (Kayla) Grimshel also of Brandon. One of her greatest joys was being “MaMaw” to her grandchildren: Steven Thornton, Samantha Morgan, Candace (Tanner) Rimmer, Justin Salters, Gabriel Boone, Alyse Boone (Skyler Marchman), Hannah (Travis) Smith, Joseph (Heaven) Nettles, Jarrett Smith, and Lorelai Grimshel; in addition to her 11 great-grandchildren: Adley Rimmer, Jaxyn Boone, Vernon Nettles, Kenleigh Smith, Austin Smith, Allie Danyel Smith, Kayleigh Smith, Kysen Boone, Lexis Thornton, Ford Thornton, and Ryan Thornton.  She is also survived by two sisters, Faye Collier and Helen Hayes; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her grandson, Steven Brian Thornton, Jr.; her parents; brother, R. E. Hatcher; and sisters, Cynthia Hatcher, Johnnie Ruth McAdory, and Cleo Evans.

Serving as pallbearers are Jeffery Grimshel, Jarrett Smith, Gabriel Boone, Justin Salters, Steven Austin Thornton, Tanner Rimmer, Joseph Nettles, Travis Smith, Johnny Hatcher, and Michael Vick. 

Memorials in honor of Joan may be given to Good Hope Cemetery Fund, c/o Robin Fulton, 2751 E. Winston Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

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

Roger Allen Williams

Mr. Roger Allen Williams, 80, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at his home in Noxapater, MS. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 22nd, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Franklin Smith officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at Porter Funeral Home. 

 Roger was born March 9, 1944, in Steubenville, OH, to Averill and Amy Mills Williams. He was a 1962 graduate of Meadow Bridge High School in Meadow Bridge, WV. Upon graduation from high school, Roger enlisted in the U. S. Air Force and spent a long career in military service, having served in Vietnam and many other places. He retired as a Master Sergeant after 30 years. After retirement from the military, he lived in Florida for many years, before moving to Noxapater in 2021 to be near his daughter. Roger loved Noxapater and was a regular at Woody’s, Vowell’s, and the bank. He was a member of Springdale Baptist Church in Springdale, WV. 

 He is survived by two daughters, Karen (Eddie) Ellingburg of Noxapater, MS, and Laura Young of Blytheville, AR; and four grandchildren, Brandon Mayo, Justin Mayo, Brittney Leveritt, and Christina Young. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Richard Young. 

 Roger loved animals and the family request that any memorials in Roger’s memory be made to any animal shelter.

Michael Antoine Stokes

Michael Antoine Stokes, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 16, 2024, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. Visitation will be Saturday, August 17 from 5 p. m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, August 18 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dwayne Barrett, Michael Stokes, and Preston Foster officiating. The family will also receive friends on Sunday one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow the service in Sunrise Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi.

Antoine was born April 5, 1962, to Billy Charles and Mary Inez Young Stokes. Due to his mother’s untimely passing, Antoine was blessed with a bonus mother, Cathryn Stokes, who loved him dearly. For the last nine years, Bro. Stokes has faithfully served as the pastor of First Pentecostal Church of Noxapater. He had a passion to reach souls and lead others to Jesus. Antoine has devoted the last 32 years to serving in the Maintenance Department of Taylor Machine Works. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and farming, especially taking care of all his animals.

Antoine is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann Stokes; son, Michael (Keri Beth) Stokes; and daughter, Rebecca (Preston) Foster all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Pop” to his three grandchildren: Luke Stokes, Lane Stokes, and Maggie Mae Foster. He is also survived by his parents, Billy Charles and Cathryn Stokes of Noxapater; his sister, Michelle (Terry) Bellew of Ackerman, Mississippi; and Scott (Christie) Stokes of Louisville; as well as his loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Inez Young Stokes; and his brother, Barry Stokes.

Serving as pallbearers are Scott Stokes, Terry Bellew, Jared Bellew, John Tabor Stokes, Hugh Barrier, and Zach Kemp. Honorary pallbearers are Bruce Ellis and Danny Keith Stanley.

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.

Ralph Eddie Metzger

Ralph Eddie Metzger of Mathiston, MS, formerly of Hayti, MO, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Eupora, MS. He was 94 years old.

Ralph was born January 11, 1930, in Concord, MO, to John and Nellie (Williams) Metzger. After high school, he enlisted in The Army National Guard of the United States. Ralph was honorably discharged on August 22, 1956. His highest rank held was Sgt E-5 for the Company K 140th InfantryMissouri National Guard. Ralph was a jack of all trades.

Ralph was united in marriage to Winnie Imogene “Jean” Butler on June 30, 1953 in Tunica, MS. They were married for 71 years.

Ralph is survived by his wife, Jean (Butler) Metzger of Mathiston, MS (formerly of Hayti, MO); his 3 daughters, Pam (Rodney) Gammill of Ackerman, MS, Patty (Jay) Justice of Collierville, TN, and Paige (Marco) Chayet of Centennial, CO; his 6 grandchildren, Shea (Shelley) Gammill, Audrey Gammill, Heather (Kent) McLain, Emily (Kirby) Dees, Garrett (Christian) Jackson and Caleb Chayet; his great-grandchildren, Macey (Dillon), Micah (Lauren), Calla, Larson, Noah, Mackenzie, Shaw, Madilyn, Thaitus, Ezra, Jedidiah, Malachi, Asa and Magnolia; two great-great-grandchildren on the way; his sister, Geneva Metzger and his sister-in-law, Rosa Lee Metzger, as well asnumerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Paula Metzger; his parents, John and Nellie (Williams) Metzger; six brothers, Murrell “Red” Mullins, Sherrill Mullins, William “Billy” Metzger, J.W. Metzger, Cletus Metzger, and Jimmy Metzger; and four sisters, Burnice and Vurnice Mullins, Margaret (Metzger) Del Monaco, and Mayola (Metzger) Cross.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 19, 2024 at Dry Bayou Cemetery in Hayti, MO. John W. German Funeral Home will be in charge of services.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dry Bayou Cemetery Fund in care of First State Bank of Hayti, Missouri, 805 E. Washington St., Hayti, MO 63851.

Colean Dawkins

Mrs. Colean Dawkins, 89, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at her home. Funeral Service will be Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 3 p.m., from Mount Calvary M. B. Church, 1240 Mount Calvary Road, Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Saturday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Dawkins, was born to the parents of Bill Fulwiley and Lovie Carter Fulwiley on December 20, 1934 in Winston County Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill Fulwiley and Lovie Fulwiley; children, Johnny Dawkins, F. C. Dawkins and Alfred Dawkins.

She is survived by; children, Jim (Lucille) Dawkins, Mildred Dawkins, Lee Dawkins, Emma Harmon and Cozy (Linda) Dawkins; grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Janice Faye Moore

Janice Faye Moore, 61, of Noxapater, Mississippi, passed on Friday, August 9, 2024, at University Medical Center, Jackson, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 11 a.m. from Beck Funeral Home Chapel, Louisville, MS.

Janice was born June 3, 1963 to the Parents of Carl Graham and Rosie Bell Moore in Winston County Mississippi. Janice is survived by; daughter, Latifah Moore; siblings; Belinda Moore (Gene Carter), Carl Graham, Jr., Travis Graham and Marilynn Graham and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Rashonda Lashae Wragg

Rashonda Lashae Wragg, 41 of Meridian, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at the Jeff Anderson Hospital, Meridian, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 2 p.m., from Mount Moriah M. B. Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral  of Louisville in charge of arrangements. 

Rashonda, was born June 4, 1983 to the parents of Leonard Cole and Sara Wragg in Winston County Mississippi.

Rashonda is survived by; parents, Leonard (Glenda) Cole and Sara Wragg; Siblings, Michae Wragg, Glenn Rose, Nykeanna Wraggs and Kaylee Wraggs; Maternal grandmother, Myrtis Wragg and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Arsulia Lampley

 Arsulia Lampley, 91, of Noxapater, Mississippi passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Merit Health River Oaks Hospital in Flowood, Mississippi. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 17, 2024, from Mt. Ary M.B. Church in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. Friday, August 16, 2024, from Beck Funeral Home Philadelphia. Beck Funeral Home Philadelphia is in charge of all arrangements.

James Kenneth Shelton

Mr. James Kenneth “Ken” Shelton, 74, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at his home in Louisville. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 31st, at South Louisville Baptist Church, with Rev. Trent Jaudon and Mr. Tim Butts offering the eulogy. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the church. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ken was born October 11, 1949, in Columbus, MS, to James Harold and Elizabeth Jane Shelton. He was a graduate of Lee High School in Columbus, and attended Mississippi State University. He retired as a rural mail carrier with the U. S. Postal Service. During his earlier career, Ken worked with his parents at Shelton Realty and Shelton’s Office Supply, which was on Main Street. They soon opened Balloon Magic in the back of the store, which offered candy, toys, and large balloon bouquets.

Ken loved golf and played regularly at Louisville Country Club., where he was known as Dr. Golf. He was also passionate about Mississippi State football, and regularly attended all the games and the MSU Quarterback Club. Ken also loved music. Not only did he listen to all kinds of music, he wrote and recorded a number of songs that he shared on social media. He was a faithful member of South Louisville Baptist Church.

Ken’s postal service fellow workers were like family. One of his beloved co-workers at the post office, Darlene Bane, in a tribute to Ken wrote: “If the Postmaster General would make a ruling about something and Ken didn’t agree with it, he’d send an email telling him what he thought. Rarely did we see a change but on one rare occasion something was reversed like Ken had suggested. It’s doubtful that Ken was the influence, but he took all the credit locally. They didn’t make but one Ken Shelton. As his co-worker, he always told me he was flying under the radar. Even though he emailed the top official, he considered himself flying under the radar. We were amazed that it always seemed to work out, and we guess he did glide right on out to a good retirement.”

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Jason Shelton.

Ken is survived by his wife of 39years, Margaret Robertson Shelton; daughters, Amanda (Steve) Newland of Elkhart, IN, Kim Jordan of West Point, MS, and Jamie Jordan Maroney of Louisville; a sister, Diane (Dwight) Reinstetle of Powell, OH; grandchildren, Sydney Newland, Sam (Devin) Newland, and Halle (Maddox) Robertson; his mother-in-law, Nancy Robertson; his sister-in-law, Norma Robertson Seth; two brothers-in-law, John Robertson and James Robertson; a special cousin, Wayne Jones of Columbus, MS; his best canine friend, Josie; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 

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

Carolyn Hatcher

Carolyn Hatcher, 91, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at BeeHive Homes in Louisville, Mississippi, with her loving family by her side. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 13 at Middleton Methodist Church with Reverend Becky Smith officiating. Visitation will be at the church the day of the service from 9 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Middleton Cemetery.

Carolyn was born April 20, 1933, to Robert and Janie Schoolar Holton in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a lifelong member of Middleton Methodist Church. For more than 28 years, she worked at The Spartus Corporation in Louisville and she was a homemaker. Carolyn was an excellent seamstress especially talented in making clothing and curtains. She was known for the beautiful flowers she grew in her yard and when they were in bloom, she took a bouquet to church each Sunday. Also, she was known as a “woman of her word.”

Carolyn is survived by her children, Mark (Nina) Hatcher of Starkville, Mississippi; Crystal Clark; Karla (Chuck) Harkins; and Jayna (Jimmy) Peterson all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “MaMaw Hatcher” to her grandchildren: Leslie (Mark) Henderson; Jolie (Robert) Wailes; Gar (Bridgette) Hatcher; Skyler (Julie) Hatcher; Chris (Jena) Estes; Kristian (Matthew) Williamson; Paul (Kelsi) Harkins; Matt (Stephanie) Harkins; Hope Estes; Brett (Brooke) Estes; Brandt (Bailey) Peterson; and Scott Peterson; in addition to her 22 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Brenda Alford, Marilyn (Dalton) Chisum, and David (Patricia) Holton; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Garner Hatcher; grandson, Chad Estes; son-in-law, Gary Clark; her parents; brother, Harold Holton; and sister, Margie Alford.

Serving as pallbearers are Chris Estes, Brett Estes, Skyler Hatcher, Gar Hatcher, Matt Harkins, and Paul Harkins. Honorary pallbearers are Brandt Peterson and Scott Peterson. Memorials in honor of Carolyn may be given to Middleton Cemetery Fund.

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.

John L. Hemphill

John L. Hemphill passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, with those who dearly loved him by his side. Visitation will be Sunday, August 11 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Graveside services and interment will be at 11 a.m. Monday, August 12 at Sardis Cemetery with Reverend William Shepheard officiating.

John L. was born August 25, 1957, to Clovis and Mattie Higginbotham Hemphill in Winston County, Mississippi. He was a Mason and a Shriner. John L. devoted 28 years to Taylor Machine Works where he was employed as a Tech HVAC Communications System Electrical Mechanical Maintenance personnel. He also owned a heating and air conditioning business; he especially enjoyed helping those who were sick or elderly and needed his services. John L. enjoyed fishing and hunting but most knew that he was a “workaholic.” He enjoyed raising catfish in his pond for a time and he was a member of the Nanih Waiya Volunteer Fire Department. He answered the call of his country by serving 12 years in the Army and Army National Guard.

John L. is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Belvia Howard Hemphill of Louisville; and his children: Kristin (Harpreet) Singh of Bossier City, Louisiana; Christy (Timmy) Barrier of Philadelphia, Mississippi; and Jessie (Tiffany) Howard, Jr. of Noxapater, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “PawPaw John” to his grandchildren: Maxwell Singh, Candace (Justin) Bragg, Isaac Barrett, Haylie Barrett, Emma Grace Barrier, Tristan Howard, and Lydia Howard; and his great-grandchildren: Heartlee, Addison, Levi, and Joseph Bragg. He also leaves behind his seven siblings: James (Becky) Hemphill, Randy Hemphill, Cathy Ferris, Danny Hemphill, Eugene Hemphill, David (Donna) Hemphill, and Paula (Grady) McCluskey; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. 

He is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Jasmine Singh; father, Clovis Hemphill; mother and step-father, Mattie Hemphill West and Paul West; brother, Jeffery Hemphill; sister-in-law, Camilla Hemphill; and his brother-in-law, Larry Ferris.

Serving as pallbearers are Henry Bane, Ronnie Boydstun, Danny Heard, Bennie Mac Joiner, Danny Robertson, and Tommy Tarlton. Memorials in honor of John L. may be given to Sardis Cemetery Fund, c/o Glenda Thomas, 215 Thomas Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

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

Marilyn Agent Belding

Graveside services for Marilyn Agent Belding will be held Friday, August 9, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. from Old Pearl Valley Cemetery with Dr. Heath Hillman officiating, Visitation will be held Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10 a.m. from McClain-Hays Funeral Home until time to leave for the service. McClain-Hays Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ms. Belding, 84, of Louisville died August 7, 2024.

Ms. Marilyn was a native of Neshoba County and a graduate from Oakland High School inOakland, MS. After graduation she married Hilton Belding who was in the army and they lived abroad in several different places , Germany, Panama Canal Zone, Alaska and several other states. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, eating with her sister-in-law Joan and loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Ms. Belding was a member of the First Baptist Church of Louisville where she enjoyed taking care of the nursery.

Survivors include her daughters, DeeLynne Belding Garland of Louisville and Felicia Belding Garrett (David) of Tupelo; grandchildren, Thomas Garland, Dylan Powers, Tanner Belding, Drew Garrett (Chelsea) Chris Garrett (Brooke) and Jason Garrett; great-grandchildren, Emma, Amelia and Jacob Garrett; sister-in-law, Joan Agent of Louisville; a host of nieces and nephews.

Ms. Belding was preceded in death by her husband, Major Hilton E. Belding; grandson, Jacob Alexander Garrett; parents, Roger and Marzine Agent; brothers, Kenneth, and Norman Agent.

Pallbearers, Thomas Garland, Dylan Powers, Drew Garrett and Jason Garrett.

Debbie Ann Bogue

Debbie Ann Bogue of Sturgis, MS, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Debbie was born on February 22, 1957 in Cullman, AL to Tommie Charles Roden and Eloise (Bailey) Jackson. She was 67 years old. Debbie was retired from Hardee’s. She was a member of Sturgis Baptist Church.

Debbie loved to watch her shows, especially The Young & the Restless and wrestling. She loved Mickey Mouse and antiques. She collected them all her life. She was a hugger and always had a smile on her face. She also loved oldie music. Debbie absolutely loved her dog, Jumper. She was a major Alabama fan. Roll Tide!

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Debbie is survived by her mother, Eloise (Bailey) Jackson of Sturgis, MS; her brother, John Jackson, Jr. (Candis McCool) of Sturgis, MS; and her sister, Susie (Terry) McClelland of Sturgis, MS; and her nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Kyle) Whitsett, Autumn (Steve) Wylie, Matthew McClelland and 5 great nephews and 1 niece, Peyton, Devyn, Drake, Noah, Mason and Tinley, whom she loved as if they were her own.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Bogue, her father, Tommie Charles Roden and her step-father, John Jackson, Sr.

Travis E. Robertson

Travis E. Robertson, age 84, passed away August 5, 2024, at Neshoba General Hospital in Philadelphia, Mississippi, with those who loved him by his side. Funeral services will be 12 noon Thursday, August 8 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Michael Wells officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10:00 a.m. until service time at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Interment will immediately follow the service in Louisville Memorial Cemetery.

Travis was born March 19, 1940, to Elbert and Etta Miles Robertson in Winston County. He was a member of Ellison Ridge Baptist Church. On March 6, 1966, Travis married the love of his life, Elizabeth Ann, and they enjoyed 56 years together. He worked at numerous sawmills and off-shore. After his retirement, he started driving a school bus until he was 78 years old. One of Travis’s hobbies was making sure his yard was immaculate all the time and gardening.

Travis is survived by two daughters: Cynthia (Scottie) Johns and Desha (Tommy) Trosper all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Papaw” to his three grandchildren: Cole Starnes, Eric (Nicky) Trosper, and Nathan (Mitzi) Trosper; as well as his seven great-grandchildren: Lizzy Starnes, Harper Starnes, Lilly Trosper, Ethan Trosper, Madelyn Trosper, Alyssa Trosper, and Cade Trosper. He is also survived by three sisters: Lola Espenschied, Maxine Butler, and Joyce (Dave) Fettrow; and his brother, Roland Robertson; as well as many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of friends. Travis was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Robertson; son, Ricky Eugene Robertson; his parents; sisters, Edna VanDevender and Lillie Kiener; and brothers, Jimmy T., Horace, Cloys, Bennie, and Milton Robertson.

Serving as pallbearers are Cole Starnes, Eric Trosper, Nathan Trosper, Raymond Green, Preston Foster, and Jacob Johnson. Memorials in honor of Travis may be given to St. Jude Children’s Hospital online at stjude.org.

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.

Jorge Lopez Bolanos

 Jorge Lopez Bolanos, age 32 of Louisville passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. A visitation will be on Wednesday, August 7th from noon until 4 pm at Beck Funeral Home.

Cynthia “CJ” Jean Morehead

A celebration of life for Miss. Cynthia “CJ” Jean Morehead will be held at 11 AM Monday, August 5, 2024, at Gilmer's Chapel Church of God with Rev. Jason Price and Rev. Rodney Hannah officiating. Interment will be in the Damacus Cemetery in Sebastopol, MS. Visitation will be held 9 – 11 AM Monday, August 5, 2024, at Gilmer's Chapel Church of God. John E. Stephens Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Cynthia Jean Morehead,6, was born November 2, 2017. She was a member of Gilmer's Chapel Church of God. To know C.J. was to love her. She was so full of life. She loved with all her heart. She loved to sing and play, she loved to have adventures, and she brought so much joy to so many lives. Her life was not an easy one. She had many heath issues. Twice the doctors told us they did not know if she would live. That it was in the Lord's hands, and he spared her both times, but on Thursday, August 1, 2024, he called her and said come home child your mansion is ready. I can just see her meeting Jesus with that sweet smile she had and him taking her in his arms and welcoming her home. I can imagine her running and jumping down the streets of Gold.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Sara Lashay Batchelor; sister, Karli Amelia Mills; brother, Huntleigh Robert Mills; grandfather, Robert Pinter; cousin, Aleigha; uncle, James Pinter.

Survivors include her father, Michael “MJ” Morehead; sister, Madilyn Morehead; brothers, Bryan Jolly, Timothy Jolly; grandparents, Amanda Dennis (Chris), Reba Batchelor, Michael Morehead Sr. (Alicia); great-grandparents, Johnny and Vilinda Yates, David and Cynthia Morehead, Lisa and Clay Dennis, Ronnie and Angela Hannah, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends; special people in her life, Joseph Jolly and Brendon Mills.

Pallbearers: Michael Morehead Jr., Michael Morehead Sr., Anthony Burns, Adam Hannah.



Honorary pallbearers: Tanner Kiddy, Brayden Kiddy, Blake Germany, Noah Pinter, Eli Pinter, Zaydene Pinter, Brody Pinter, Trenton Pinter, Dawson Pinter, Spence Morehead, David Morehead, and Benjy Morehead.

Susan Bon Presley

Mrs. Susan Bon Presley, 64, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, August 7th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Bro. Byron Foster officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Porter Funeral Home. Interment will be in Hailey-Richey Cemetery. Porter

Susan was born on April 24, 1960, in Greenville, MS, to Fabian Bon and Bonnie Yates Taylor. She was a homemaker. She enjoyed watching the wildlife around her home especially the birds. She even fed and made friends with a family of raccoons. Susan loved to socialize. She was never afraid to strike up a conversation with a random person while she was out running errands. She made many new friends this way. You could often find her in her recliner in the evenings with a crossword puzzle or word search while watching TV. Andy Griffith was one of her favorite TV shows. She also loved to spend time with her family and cook. We all looked forward to her cornbread dressing and giblet gravy during the holidays. She spent the last few years being cared for by her devoted husband of 22 years, Jimmy Presley.

She is survived by her husband, Jimmy Presley; a daughter, Michelle Rosamond (Joseph) Alford; two sisters, Sandra Dewberry Flake and Beth Thompson; a brother, David Johnson, Jr.; grandchildren, Dallas Dixon, Makayla Dixon, and Nikkie Howard (Cody Landrum); and great grandchildren, A. J. Landrum and Louis Glass.

Pallbearers will be David Yates, Kayden Yates, Dallas Dixon, Zachary Gatlin, Joseph Alford, and Cody Landrum.

Cynthia “CJ” Jean Morehead

A celebration of life for Miss Cynthia “CJ” Jean Morehead will be held at 11 AM on Monday, August 5, 2024, at Gilmer's Chapel Church of God with Rev. Jason Price and Rev. Rodney Hannah officiating. Interment will be in the Damascus Cemetery in Sebastopol, MS. Visitation will be held 9 – 11 AM Monday, August 5, 2024, at Gilmer's Chapel Church of God. John E. Stephens Chapel is in charge of arrangements.Cynthia Jean Morehead, age 6, was born on November 2, 2017. She was a member of Gilmer's Chapel Church of God. To know C.J. was to love her. She was so full of life. She loved with all her heart. She loved to sing and play, and she loved to be at Nana's and Pa's house. Her life was not an easy one. She had many heath issues. Twice the doctors told us they did not know if she would live. That it was in the Lord's hands, and he spared her both times, but on Thursday, August 1, 2024, He called her and said come home child your mansion is ready. I can just see her meeting Jesus with that sweet smile she had and Him taking her in His arms and welcoming her home. I can imagine her running and jumping down the streets of Gold.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Sara Lashay Batchelor; sister, Karli Amelia Mills; brother, Huntleigh Robert Mills; grandfather, Robert Pinter; cousin, Aleigha; uncle, James Pinter.
Survivors include her father, Michael “MJ” Morehead; brothers, Bryan Jolly, Timothy Jolly; grandparents, Amanda Dennis (Chris), Reba Batchelor, Michael Morehead Sr. (Alicia); great-grandparents, Johnny and Vilinda Yates, David and Cynthia Morehead, Lisa and Clay Dennis, Ronnie and Angela Hannah, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends; special people in her life, Joseph Jolly and Brendon Mills.
Pallbearers: Michael Morehead Jr., Michael Morehead Sr., Anthony Burns, Adam Hannah. Honorary pallbearers: Tanner Kiddy, Brayden Kiddy, Blake Germany, Noah Pinter, Eli Pinter, Zaydene Pinter, Brody Pinter, Trenton Pinter, and Dawson Pinter.

Huntleigh Robert Mills

Huntleigh Robert Mills, age 3, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, August 6th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Bro. Johnny Yates officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Damascus Cemetery in Sebastopol, MS.

Huntleigh was born April 2, 2021, in Jackson, MS. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sara Batchelor; his sisters, Karli Amelia Mills and Cynthia Jane “C. J.“ Moorehead; his grandparents, Howard Long and Robert Pinter; uncles, Jesse Batchelor and James “Tootie” Pinter; and an aunt, Haliegh Long.

He is survived by his father Brenden Mills and his fiancé, Caela Mills; a brother, Brian Tomkins; grandmothers, Ramona Long and Reba Batchelor; grandfather, Greg (Lacy) Mills; a great grandmother, Deborah Long; an uncle, Jonah Long; great uncles, Cory (Paulina) Long and Ryan (Sandy) Long; and a number of aunt uncles.

Pallbearers will be Brenden Mills, Curtis Pinter, James Counts, Joseph Jolly, William Ford, and Dennis Johnson.

Karli Amelia Mills

Karli Amelia Mills, 16 months, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, August 6th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Bro. Johnny Yates officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Damascus Cemetery in Sebastopol, MS.

Karli was born on March 15, 2023, in Starkville, MS. She was preceded in death by her mother, Sara Batchelor; her sister, Cynthia Jane “C. J.“ Moorehead; her brother, Huntleigh Robert Mills; her grandparents, Howard Long and Robert Pinter; uncles, Jesse Batchelor and James “Tootie” Pinter; and an aunt, Haliegh Long.

She is survived by her father Brenden Mills and his fiancé, Caela Mills; a brother, Brian Tomkins; grandmothers, Ramona Long and Reba Batchelor; grandfather, Greg (Lacy) Mills; a great grandmother, Deborah Long; an uncle, Jonah Long; great uncles, Cory (Paulina) Long and Ryan (Sandy) Long; and a number of aunt uncles.

Pallbearers will be Brenden Mills, Curtis Pinter, James Counts, Joseph Jolly, William Ford, and Dennis Johnson.  

Sara Batchelor

 Sara Lashay Batchelor, 25, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M. on Tuesday, August 6th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Bro. Johnny Yates officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Damascus Cemetery in Sebastopol, MS.

Sara was born June 15, 1999, in Collins, MS. She worked for several years at Polo Custom Products in Louisville. Sara was a genuine, loving, God-fearing woman. Her greatest treasures of her life were her children. She was the best mother you could ask for. She was easy going and always there when you called.

Preceding her in death were her father, Robert Pinter, her brothers, James “Tootie” Pinter and Jesse Batchelor, her grandparents, and her children, Cynthia Jane Moorehead, Huntleigh Robert Mills, and Karli Amelia Mills.

She is survived by a son, Brian Tompkins; her mother, Reba Batchelor; her brother, Curtis (Britney) Pinter; her sisters, Melissa Pinter, Amber (Jeremy) Graham, and Rachel Tatum; and plenty of cousins, nieces, and nephews.

 Pallbearers will be Brenden Mills, Curtis Pinter, James Counts, Joseph Jolly, William Ford, and Dennis Johnson.

Marilyn Roberson

Marilyn Roberson, 72, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Monday, August 5, 2024, at 11 a.m., from Antioch M. B. Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Sunday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the funeral Home. Burial will be in the Antioch Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Roberson worked at Fair Elementary for many years as a teacher's assistant.

Marilyn was born November 5, 1951, to Eillis and Earlean Glenn Sherrod in Winston County Mississippi. She is survived by her children, Reggie (Terlisa) Roberson and Cheryl Rene (Harold) Scott; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother, Kenneth (Glenn) Sherrod; in-laws, nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Mae Burnise Wright

Mrs. Mae Burnise Wright, 89, of McCool, Mississippi, passed on Friday, July 26, 2024 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11 a.m. from First Unity United Methodist Church, Weir, MS. Visitation will be Friday, August 2, 2024 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home in Weir. Burial will be in the Mount Nebo Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Weir in charge of arrangements.

Mae was preceded in death by; husband, Lewis Wright, parents, LD and Masree Kennedy Hannah, brother, Sherman Kennedy, sisters, Christell White and Alice Polite. Numerous brother-in-Laws and sister in Laws.

She leaves to mourn her passings her children; JoAnn (Pastor Malik) Shabazz of Mt. Morris, MI., Alvin Fancher of McCool, MS. and Brenda (Boe) Glasschild of Flint, MI; grands, great grands and great great grands; sisters, Carlean McPherson of Detroit, MI., Ree Hickman, Rosie Moore Idey, Rochelle Moore all of Mississippi; sister-in-law, Annie Cunningham of Memphis, TN., numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

McArthur Charles Eichelberger

McArthur Charles Eichelberger, 72, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at the Starkville Manor Nursing Home, Starkville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 3, 2024, 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 Center Ridge Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

McArthur was born in Winston County Mississippi on April 27, 1952, to his parents, Mack Eichelberger and Mary Lee Hannah Eichelberger.

He is survived by his siblings, Dennis Eichelberger and Gloria Ann Culberson; nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family members.