John Willie Slaughter

John Willie Slaughter, 80, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, April 25, 2025 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2 p.m., from Mount Bell M. B. Church, 8215 Brooksville Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Saturday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

John was born September 17, 1944 in Winston County Mississippi to Mrs. Earnesteen Slaughter.

John was preceded in death by his wife, Lillie P. Slaughter; mother, Earnesteen Murff; Granddaughter, Teasurer Slaughter; siblings, Evorn Lockett, Billie Charles Earby, William Earby and Rebecca Murff.

John is survived by; children, Tammy slaughter shields (Jessie), Tracey Clark (Willie), Keesha Greer (Craig), Maurice Slaughter (Tarita); 8 grandchildren and 2 great grands;  siblings, Maxine Eichelberger (Roy) and Dee Earl Earby; nephew, Swahili Earby; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family. 

Margie Stuart Morris Kinard

Mrs. Margie Stuart Morris Kinard, 78, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Hickory Cottage of the Winston County Nursing Home in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, April 29th, at Porter Funeral Home, with T. J. Jennings officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Margie was born November 20, 1946, in Louisville, MS. She moved to Noxubee County in the third grade and later met the love of her life and raised their family there. Margie was a homemaker, a loving grandmother, and a member of East Louisville Baptist Church. She worked at the Pants factory in Macon, MS; owned and operated a daycare; and worked at Winston Academy as an Extended Care teacher, where she retired in 1993. Margie had been keeping children in and out of her home for over 45 years. She sat with the elderly and dedicated her life to helping those in need. While helping other was her passion, nothing compared to the joy that her family brought to her. Margie leaves behind a devoted husband of 60 years, Danny Alan Kinard. Together they had three children: the late Angie Disbrow (Mike), Beth Clark (deceased Joe Boykin), and Stuart (Angela) Kinard.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Irvin Stuart Morris and Marjorie Harvey Morris; and her daughter, Angie Disbrow.

Of all the names Margie possessed, being called “Nanny” was her favorite. Margie leaves behind eight grandchildren, Lindsey (Brandon) Watkins, Channing (Tyler) Peebles, Will (Jordan) Disbrow, Daniette (Ryan) Hester, Sarah (Logan) Bell, Kayla Disbrow, Coley Disbrow, and Anna Kate Kinard; and eight great grandchildren, Lily Watkins, Kinsley Watkins, John Mason Peebles, Baker Disbrow, Porter Peebles, Ellie Watkins, Mayzie Kate Bell, and Cameron Disbrow.

Pallbearers will be Brandon Watkins, Tyler Peebles, Will Disbrow, Logan Bell, Jeff Overstreet, and Casey Smith.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Hickory Cottage at the Winston County Nursing Home, the Winston Medical Center, Quality Hospice, and Dr. Dustin Gentry for the care they provided.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Baptist children’s Village.

Travis Leon Holder

Travis Leon Holder was born in Winston County, Mississippi, on October 3, 1938, the third son to Clyde Hilton and Mary Sue (Gregory) Holder. He was born to sharecroppers and grew up picking cotton with his two brothers and two sisters. He attended Calhoun School and then Winston School, what is now known as Nanih Waiya. After high school, he moved to Chicago to work and send money home to his parents. He shared an apartment with his brother, Ralph. It was during this time he was blessed with his first nephew, Ricky, who he always considered another son.

In 1961, while visiting his parents in Noxapater, he went to pick up his sisters from school. It was then he saw Bobbie White for the first time, his sister Kitty’s best friend. He had heard about her, but they had not yet met. He thought she was the most beautiful young lady he had ever seen. Kitty introduced them and it was instant love – they went on to marry on May 12, 1962, two days before Travis left for Basic Training with the National Guard. At that time ladies were not allowed to attend school if they were married. In order to complete her junior year of high school, Bobbie kept their marriage a secret until the end of the school year.

Travis and Bobbie started their family at the end of the next year with the birth of Paul. He was followed 14 months later by Melissa. The two red-headed siblings were joined by Mark the next year. The houseful of three under four was loud, busy, and happy. But, Travis knew something was missing. Eight years later he convinced Bobbie to have another baby (actually, he asked for three more and Bobbie agreed to ONE more). Alicia Dawn rounded out the family.

Travis worked at Georgia-Pacific from the year they opened in 1966 until he retired in 2000. It was then that Travis and Bobbie started their favorite chapter of their life together – retirement. Unlike so many couples who need time away from one another, they did not want to be apart. They did projects together, traveled to see their children and grandchildren, babysat grandbabies, gardened, and simply enjoyed their beautiful life together.

The unexpected death of Travis on April 25, 2025, at the age of 86 was sudden and shocking. But his family knows that one wish he had was to never be confined to a bed and unable to do for himself. God showed grace to Travis and his family knows he is no longer in pain.

Travis was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter-in-law Brenda Holder, his older brothers Henry Holder and Ralph Holder, his younger sister Betty Parker, and a newborn baby brother. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Bobbie. His son Paul Holder and wife Sharon, of Georgia; his daughter Melissa Nail and husband Richard, of Indiana; his son Mark Holder and wife Sheri of Nebraska; his daughter Alicia Dawn Cole of Louisville; and his nephew and honorary son, Rick Holder and wife Lynn of Illinois. He is also survived by nine grandchildren who loved and adored him: Sean Davis and Clay; April Dawn Wilson and Alex; Jake Nail and Katie; Topper Nail and Rachel; Rebecca Harris and Shane; Travis Alan Holder; Savannah Stanley and Colby; Samuel Travis Cole and Macayla; and Alexandra McDonald and Brandon. He is also survived by his honorary grandchildren Brittany Dempsey Dickerson and Kali Rae Dempsey Rogers. The joy of his later years was the blessing of great-grandchildren: Riley Dawn, Rowan, Brooks, Jamie, Loralei, Charlie, Mackenzie, and he was eagerly awaiting the arrival of Malachai this fall. He is also survived by his baby sister Kitty Spears and nieces and nephews and their families.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A. M. on Monday, April 28th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Dr. Mason Joy and Rev. Gary Beam officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Harmony Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Sean Davis, Jake Nail, Topper Nail, Travis Alan Holder, Samuel Travis Cole, and Colby Stanley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Brandon McDonald and Alex Wilson.

Memorials in Travis’ memory may be made to Christian Motorcycle Assn, www.cmausa.org, # 148847.

Barbara Ann Davis Woodward

Mrs. Barbara Ann Davis Woodward, 82, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Oktibbeha County Hospital in Starkville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Monday, April 28th, at First Presbyterian Church, with Dr. Bob Schwanebeck and Dr. Heath Cross officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the church. Interment will be in Masonic Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Barbara was born March 27, 1943, in Louisville, MS, to Elizabeth Bruner and Henry Steven Davis, Sr. She was a graduate of Louisville High School. She attended MSCW and graduated from Mississippi State University with a degree in education. She taught elementary school for over 27 years. Barbara was especially proud of taking an under achieving student and helping them reach their full potential. She was very caring and loved helping others in need. Barbara was a faithful member of First Presbyterian Church, where she was very active in all ministries of the church. She was also very active in the community, having been involved with the Junior Auxiliary Club, Louisville Garden Club, the DAR, and many other organizations. Barbara loved her family and friends and loved spending time with all of them. She loved to cook great meals and entertain her friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister, Betty Davis McGee.

She is survived by her husband, John James “Johnny” Woodward, Jr.; her sons, John Woodward of Louisville, and Dr. Davis (Haley) Woodward of Hattiesburg, MS; a brother, Henry Steven (Sharon) Davis, Jr. of Conway, AR; and two grandchildren, John Davis Woodward, and Anna Kate Woodward.

Pallbearers will be John Davis Woodward, Scott Woodward, Doug Woodward, Haden McGee, Mason McGee, and Cason Campbell. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill McGee, Mark Woodward, Brett Davis, Nate Woodward, Kyle Blatchford, and George Henry Hughes.

The family would like to thank the staff at Louisville Healthcare, Winston Medical Center, Oktibbeha County Hospital ICU and Dr. Dustin Gentry for the care they provided.

Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 844 South Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS.

Lillie Doris Holman

Lillie Doris Holman, 75 of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Friday, May 2, 2025 at 1:00 p.m., from Mount Pleasant #1 Missionary Baptist Church, 2058 Evergreen Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 until 6 p.m. from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Webster Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Lillie Doris was born to the parents of Guy Lynch and Lucy Thomas Lynch on July 21, 1949 in Winston County Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy and Lucy Lynch; siblings, Willie J. Erby and Lillie Mae Macon.

She is survived by her children; Gerald V. Holman, Shelby K. Holman and Tiffany N. Jackson; raised like her brother, Michael Macon (Betty); grandchildren, 9; great grands, 2 and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Elbert Ingram

Elbert Ingram, 62 of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Baptist Medical Center, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2 p.m. from Beck Funeral Home. Visitation will be day of the Service. Burial will be in the Hopewell Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Leon McDonald

Leon McDonald, 74, of Louisville, MS. passed on Friday, April 18, 2025 at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2 p.m., from Calvary Apostolic Faith Church, 54 Beal Street, Louisville, MS. 39339. No Visitation. Burial will be in the Mount Vernon Cemetery, Noxapater, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Leon was born to the parents of DC McDonald and Ruthie Mae Hendrix McDonald in Winston County Mississippi on January 25, 1951.

He is survived by his wife, Evergreen McDonald; children, Alayna McDonald and Virginia McDonald; siblings, Ray McDonald (Barbara) and Rosie Mae Mays; 3 Grandchildren and 1 great grand child and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Henry Francis Brandt

Mr. Henry Francis Brandt, 95, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed away on March 4, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi, with his loving wife, JoAnn, by his side. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 26, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel. Born on July 1, 1929, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Henry was the son of Bernard Elias and Eva Annabelle (Todd) Brandt. He graduated from St. Peter's Catholic High School in 1947. After high school, Henry proudly served his country during the Korean War with the 441st Counterintelligence Corps and the 10th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army, stationed in Japan under the Far East Command. He received an honorable discharge after the war ended in 1953. Henry married JoAnn Jobe of California, Missouri, and together they had one daughter, Melanie Ann Brandt O'Kelley.

Henry earned a degree in accounting, graduating with honors from the University of Missouri, and began his business career with Arthur Andersen & Associates in Kansas City, Missouri. Over the next forty-eight years, his career took him to various locations, including Oklahoma, Georgia, South Carolina, and Mississippi. One of the highlights of his career was his work at Bellwood Industries in Ackerman, Mississippi, where he spent more than twenty years. He retired on his seventy-seventh birthday.

A dedicated civic volunteer, Henry was a member of the Lions Club for fifty years and was actively involved in the Rotary Club. He also served as Mississippi chairman of the national advisory council of the U.S. Small Business Administration, was a member of the National Accounting Association, and served as past chairman of the Winston County Republican Party. Additionally, he was elected to the school board in Toombs County, Georgia, and served as a Boy Scout leader. In retirement, Henry enjoyed volunteering at the Noxubee Wildlife Refuge.

A man of deep faith, Henry served the church throughout his life. He helped organize an Episcopal parish in Vidalia, Georgia, and later served as a Deacon at First Presbyterian Church in Louisville, Mississippi. Raised in the Catholic Church, he explored various Protestant denominations over the years and enjoyed engaging in thoughtful discussions about church teachings. In Louisville, he attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Saturdays and First Presbyterian Church on Sundays.

Henry had many hobbies, including running, which he started in the 1960s before it became popular. He ran two marathons, participated in numerous 5K races organized by the Mississippi Track Club, and competed in the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta, the Crescent City Classic in New Orleans, and the Mississippi Senior Olympics. He also qualified for several events at the U.S. Senior Olympics in Pittsburgh, PA. Often, he could be seen running in the park by the tennis courts in Louisville.

Another passion of Henry's was painting. He enjoyed working with watercolors and acrylics and was a founding member of the Red Hills Art Association in Louisville. Nothing brought him more joy than painting and discussing art with friends.

An avid animal lover, Henry had many dogs and cats throughout his life and wrote poems and short stories about them. His beloved dog of fifteen years, Rex, was the subject of a book that Henry wrote and self-published.

Henry enjoyed spending time in nature—whether running on the beach, camping in the mountains, walking in the woods, fishing with a cane pole by a stream, or working in the yard. He also loved to travel, particularly to New Orleans, where he often visited for its food, music, and fun.

He adored his wife of seventy years, JoAnn, and their daughter, Melanie. His grandsons, Clark and his namesake, Brandt, brought him immense joy. He was extremely proud of their accomplishments and cherished the opportunity to watch them grow into men. Henry also had a deep love for his grandsons' wives, Nancy and Mary Ellen, and was blessed with two great-grandchildren, William (age 2) and Annie (4 months).

For the past five years, Henry was a resident of the Beehive Assisted Living Home in Louisville, where he enjoyed interacting with the staff and making new friends in the community.

He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Jobe Brandt; his daughter, Melanie Brandt O'Kelley (William Clark O'Kelley Jr., “Bo”); grandsons William "Clark" O'Kelley III (Nancy) and Henry Brandt O'Kelley (Mary Ellen); and great-grandchildren, William "Clark" O'Kelley IV and Anne Collier "Annie" O'Kelley. He is also survived by his sister, Eva Mae Distler of Jefferson City, Missouri, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers (Jim, Paul, Gerald), and one sister (Linda).

John "Buddy" Patterson

John “Buddy” Patterson, 80, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. A private family memorial service celebrating Buddy’s life will be held at a later date.

Buddy was born November 24, 1944, in Mississippi to Johnnie Edward Patterson and Elizabeth Rhodes Patterson. He was a member of Longview Methodist Church; he gave his life to the Lord in 1957. Buddy worked in construction where he was a heavy equipment operator. He was a Mason for 50 years as well as a Shriner. Buddy enjoyed working; his friends said he was a hard worker with a great sense of humor; and he enjoyed fishing. Buddy answered the call of his country by serving in the United States Navy.

Buddy is survived by his son, John Calton Patterson; three sisters: Nancy Edwards, Linda Makamson, and Debbie Johnson; and his brother, Ricky Patterson; in addition to a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Mary Stroud and Ann Patterson; and his brother, Wayne Patterson.

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.masseyfuneralhome.net.

Tracy Lee Hardin

Tracy Lee Hardin, 66 of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, April 14, 2025 at the Winston County Nursing Home, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2 p.m., from Union Chapel M. B. Church, 142 Union Chapel Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday 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.

Jessie Lee Head

 Jessie Lee Head, 84, of Weir, MS., passed on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 11 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Big Jerusalem Church Cemetery, Ackerman, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Head was born July 15, 1940 to the parents of Jesse Paul Mattison and Etta Wharton Mattison in South Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse Mattison and Ella Mattison; siblings, Charles Mattison, Susie Mattison Williams, Joseph Mattison and James Mattison.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Head; children, Robert Lee Head, Jr. Jesse James Head, Cynthia Anita Head and Crytal Denise Kreutner (Ronald), and a host of other relatives and family

Ronald Eaves

Ronald S Eaves passed away in the very early hours of Thursday, April 17 from pancreatic cancer. Ronald was born in Louisville, MS on June 23, 1943 to parents Junior and Hilda Hall Eaves. 

He graduated from Mississippi State University in 1966 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. On June 22, 1962 he married the love of his life Pat Boyles Eaves. They had two children: Michelle Eaves Foster and Lyle Eaves. He loved bream fishing, telling stories, traveling, exploring nature, going on church mission trips in Montana and learning about anything and everything he had the opportunity to. He was a strong guiding force for his family, giving them all a role model for a life in Christ and making the most of life. After retiring, he picked up several hobbies though his favorite was arguably wood-working for which he made almost all his own tools. He was a lifelong fan of sports, never missing a game MSU was playing in, no matter the sport. He connected with everyone he met, always asking where they grew up and found a way to connect his life to theirs, and, therefore, never met a stranger. He loved history and taking his grandchildren to places of historic significance, sharing that love with them.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Johnny Frank Eaves, mother- and father-in-law Kate and Tonnie Boyles, and his grandparents JW “Johnny” and Belle Eaves and Frank and Polly Hall.

He is survived by his wife Pat Eaves, his children Michelle Eaves Foster and Lyle Eaves [Stacy Eaves]. He also leaves behind four grandchildren: Chelsea Eaves, Mary-Allyn Foster McCoy (and her husband Stephen McCoy), Lainie Foster, and Ryder Eaves. He also leaves one great-grandchild Dalton Mayo. He is also survived by his brothers Don Eaves [Gail Eaves] and Vance Eaves [Jenny Eaves] and brother- and sisters-in-law Mike Boyles [Mary Boyles], Bettye Forster [Mike Forster], Debra Childs [Rev. Mike Childs], as well as a whole host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was known to have a listening ear, a sharp wit, a fair disposition, the mind of a story-teller, and an unshakeable faith in God. He will be missed by his large family, his church family of Hillcrest Baptist Church, and the many not-so-strangers he met throughout his life.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church; 5950 Terry Rd; Byram, MS 39272.

Benny Luke

Benny Luke, 84, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the Winston Medical Center Nursing Home in Louisville, Mississippi, with his loving family at his side. Visitation will be Monday, April 14 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 15 at Harmony Baptist Church with Reverend Jerry Lundy officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Harmony Cemetery.
Benny was born March 8, 1941, to James Tillman Luke and Wellie Daniels Luke in Neshoba County, Mississippi. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Benny retired from Taylor Machine Works after more than 30 years of service. He loved to fish and hunt; and he also enjoyed playing dominoes. He answered the call of his country by serving in the United States Navy.

Benny is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Evelyn Goodin Luke; son, Mark Stevenson (Fran); annd daughter-in-law, Cathy Stevenson all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Pawpaw Benny“ to his five grandchildren: LaShara Tingle (Tyson), Quinton Stevenson (Kayla), Ethan Stevenson (Deah), Travis Stevenson, and John Allan Stevenson; his eight great-grandchildren: Cheston Jones (Chynna), Kyle Jones (Kayla), Nikki Stevenson, Nora Stevenson, Lily Stevenson, Eden Stevenson, Lane Tingle and Wyatt Tingle; as well as his great-great-grandchildren: Ryklin Claye Jones, Estee Claire Jones, and he was looking forward to the birth of Millie Mae Evelyn Jones in August. He also leaves behind his siblings: Dorothy Gressett, James Luke, Dwight Sloan, Virgil Luke (Betty), Glenn Luke, and Larry Luke (Maxine); in addition to a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Mike Stevenson; his parents; brother, Cecil Luke; and sister, Martha Carter.

Serving as pallbearers are Cheston Jones, Kyle Jones, Ethan Stevenson, John Allan Stevenson, Quinton Stevenson, and Travis Stevenson. Honorary pallbearers are Tim Hunt and Joel Slawson. Memorials in honor of Benny may be given to Harmony Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o David Holder, 11755 Highway 397, Louisville, MS 39339.

Cassandra Hughes

Cassandra Hughes, 53, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at her home. Funeral Service will be Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11 a.m., from Apostolic Faith Church, 54 Beal Street, Louisville, MS.   Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Cassandra was born July 3, 1971 to the parents of Joe Ben Hughes and Mary Louise Triplett.

She was preceded in death by her ; parents, Joe Ben Hughes and Mary Louise Triplett siblings; Sam Hughes, Terry Hughes, Maggie Hughes and Chris Hughes .

She is survived by; children, Brittany Hughes, Christopher Hughes and Janasia Smith; 6 grandchildren; siblings, Karo Hughes, Roderick Hughes and LaShonda Hughes; aunts, Yvonnie Mullins, Bessie Triplett and Pauline Patty; nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Betty Nell Weaver

Betty Nell Weaver, 86, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Brandon, Mississippi. Visitation will be Saturday, April 12, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 13, in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Rook officiating. Interment will follow in Dripping Springs Cemetery in Kemper County.

Betty was born January 25, 1939, to Thomas Edward and Lorena Elizabeth Richards Lee in Neshoba County. She enjoyed working in her flowers and was known for her ability to break a leaf off a plant and be able to root and grow a plant from it. Betty enjoyed cooking; she was known for her teacakes and pies. To her children’s friends, she was known as “Momma J” and she was always willing to cook for them, no matter the time of day or night. Betty enjoyed being with people and she never met a stranger. She dearly loved her family and enjoyed cooking for them and spending time with them. She also enjoyed listening to southern gospel music and attending concerts.

Betty is survived by three children: Tammy Pierce (Charles S.) of Pearl, Mississippi; Ricky Jamison (Glynda) of Brandon, Mississippi; and Mike Jamison (Neesie) of Walnut Grove, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandma” to her seven grandchildren: Lee Jamison, Brandon Harkins, Shannon Jamison, Danielle Jamison, Hailey Jamison, Ashley Pierce Ownby, and Niki Pierce; as well as her four great-grandchildren: Collins Harkins, Charlie Ownby, Sadie Ownby, and Camille Harkins. She is also survived by three brothers: Robert Lee, Billy Lee (Faye), and Zane Lee (Jodie). Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Weaver; son, Scott Jamison; her parents; and an infant brother.

Serving as pallbearers are Dacey Ferguson, Ethan Ferguson, Jerry Ferguson, Scott Ferguson, Teddy Harkins, and Richard Lee. Memorials may be given to Betheden Cemetery Fund, c/o Shirley Livingston, 40 Livingston Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

Algene Howard

 

Algene Howard, 78, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025, at his residence in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Visitation will be Sunday, April 13, from 5:00 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday, April 14 at Whitehall Church in Louisville, Mississippi, with Reverend Ronnie Turner officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Whitehall Cemetery.

Algene was born in Louisville on December 28, 1946, to Sam and Ruth Howard. He was a carpenter and enjoyed building things. Algene was a prankster; he enjoyed playing jokes on everyone and was always fun to be around. He also enjoyed playing the guitar and singing; and he loved to watch westerns and enjoyed listening to Hank Williams. Algene dearly loved his family and enjoyed visiting with them; especially at meal time! His faithful companion, Chico, will surely miss his best friend.

Algene is survived by his wife, Catherine Howard of Kosciusko; and three sons: Clinton Howard (Sara) of Louisville; Michael Howard of Choctaw County, Mississippi; and Jason Howard (Rose) also of Louisville; and three stepsons: Micheal Pilgrim (Kerry) of Huntsville, Alabama; Timothy Pilgrim (Mary) of Hollywood, South Carolina; and Terrence Pilgrim of Kosciusko. One of his greatest joys was being “Papaw“ to his nine grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Algene also leaves behind his sister, Mary Ruth Howard Kelly; two sisters-in-law, Susie Howard and Sandy Pope; and two brothers-in-law, Thomas Pugh (Tena) and Ronnie Turner (Mia); as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Ruth Howard; first wife, Patricia Sisson Howard; second wife, Julie Ann Turner Howard; and four brothers, Tony Howard, Danny Howard, Lee Howard and Leo Howard.

Serving as pallbearers are Brett Pope, Baily Pope, Brandon Pope, Justin Howard, Caden Howard, Jerime Howard, Cody Howard, and Timothy Denman. Honorary pallbearers are Micheal Pilgrim and Terrence Pilgrim. Memorials in honor of Algene may be given to Alzheimer’s Association online at www.alz.org.

Breanna Dykeshia Davis

Breanna Dykeshia Davis, 25, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11 a.m., from Mount Pleasant #1 Missionary Baptist Church, 2058 Evergreen Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Little Calvary Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Breanna was born September 9, 1999 in Oktibbeha County Mississippi to the parents of Sherman Davis and Bertha Jean Triplett. She was preceded in death by; grandparents, Bradley H. Triplett, Belzina Davis, Ollie Triplett, Nellie Worthy and Ruthie Mae Goss; brother, Gary Ashford.

She is survived by; daughter, A'Yanna Hibbler; mother, Bertha Triplett (Anthony), father, Sherman Davis; sisters, Titeiana Davis and Quamesha Davis, brothers, Jeremy Triplett, Laudrick Hunt, Sherman Miller; grandparent; Perline Triplett; aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and other relatives and family.

Micheal M. Hemphill

Micheal M. Hemphill, 50, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his residence in the Nanih Waiya Community with those who loved him at his side. Visitation will be 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Sunday, April 13 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, April 14 at Harmony Baptist Church with Reverend Jason Gross and Reverend Jerry Lundy officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Sardis Cemetery with Reverend David Keen officiating.

Micheal was born July 17, 1974, to Randy J. and Camellia Tramel Hemphill in Macon, Mississippi. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church and was also a licensed minister. Micheal loved all things related to computers and was an exceptional computer programmer.

Micheal is survived by his wife of 24 years, Andrea Bartlett Hemphill of Louisville; daughter, Emily Hemphill of Brooksville, Florida; son, Tyler Hemphill; and stepson, Eddie Laudien of Allen, Texas. He also leaves behind his father, Randy J. Hemphill; his sister, Tina Long; mother and father-in-law, Judy and James Bartlett; and brother-in-law, Stephen Bartlett; in addition to his nieces, Maria Shows, Natalie Long, and Maddy Jo Long; and nephew, Quinton Long; other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Camellia Hemphill; infant brother, Randy Joe Hemphill, Jr.; maternal grandmother, Ann Herdon; paternal grandparents, Mattie Mae and Paul West; paternal grandfather, Clovis Hemphill; uncles, Larry Ferris and John Hemphill; and George and Nell Higginbotham.

Serving as pallbearers are David Hemphill, Jason Hemphill, Jimmy Dale Higginbotham, Quinton Long, Anthony Miles, and William Shepheard. Honorary pallbearers are Danny Hemphill, Eugene Hemphill, and James Hemphill.

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.

Willie Dee Goss

Willie Dee Goss, 90, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11 a.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.

Willie was born on February 20, 1935 to the parents of West and Elnora Goss. He had a deep passion for rabbit hunting and dog handling, activities he cherished throughout his life.

He is survived by his children, Willie Goss, Jr., (Sylvia), Deborah Holmes (William), Beverly Goss Spiva (Curtis), Helen Thomas (Alvin) Gail Goss, Daryal Goss, Aundra Goss, Stacey Goss-Spiva (Michael), Timothy Burrage (Landa), Timothy Brown, Evette, Miguel Armstrong (Judy), Sean Armstrong and Maurice Armstrong, Queena Armstrong; a host of grandchildren, and great grandchildren; siblings, Nancy Jernigan, Bessie McCoy, Catherine Hawthorne, Lessie Moore, Lester Goss and Henry Goss (Lena); in-laws, Rudolph Eichelberger and Cindy Goss; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family. 

Robert Earl Hannah

Robert Earl Hannah, 70, of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, April 7, 2025 at his home. Visitation service will be Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Robert was born April 29, 1954 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Reuben Hannah and Rena Mae Steele Hannah.

Preceded in death by parents, aunts, uncles; niece, Rashada Hannah

Robert is survived by; wife, Nora Hannah; children, Sheka (Ne-Ne), Christa Hannah (Paul) and Robert Hannah Jr. (Brandy); brother, Willie D. Hannah; 6 grandchildren;2 nieces, 1 Nephew, Amisha Hannah and Willie Hannah; special cousin, Punkin Steele and Mammie Steele Hendrix (Renordo) and a host of other relatives and friends.

Bobby Adcock

Bobby Mack Adcock, 61, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his residence in Winston County, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 11 at Friendship Baptist Church in Sturgis, Mississippi, with Reverends Jeremy McCrory and Bill Ross officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the church from 9:30 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Craig Springs Cemetery in Oktibbeha County.

Bobby was born December 2, 1963, to Bobby Earl and Nancy Sue Pritchett Adcock. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church in Sturgis. Bobby was an electrician at Winston Plywood and Veneer. He enjoyed hunting, especially deer; fishing; watching college sports; and eating steaks. He also dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Bobby is survived by his wife of 32 years, Sandra Adcock of Sturgis; and three sons: Bryson Cole Adcock (Megan) also of Sturgis; Jessie Dwain Walters (Christie) of Collins, Mississippi; and Douglas Scott Walters (Dee Dee) of Seminary, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “Pepaw” to his three grandchildren: Ainsley Nicole Adcock, Kamrie Paige Duckworth (Colby), Gaige Scott Walters, and he was looking forward to the birth of his fourth grandchild, Bobby Anderson Adcock, in August. He is also survived by three brothers, Champ Adcock (Amy), John Smith, and Daniel King; and his sister, Mary Nell Adcock; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Joy King.

Serving as pallbearers are Gaige Walters, Colby Duckworth, Brooks Adcock, Shaw Adcock, Tommy Coleman, T. J. Coleman, Sam Dempsey, Grayson Freeman, A. J. Harvey, and Richard Stribling. Honorary pallbearers are those in the Men’s Sunday School Class at Friendship Baptist Church. Memorials in honor of Bobby may be given to Craig Springs Cemetery Fund, c/o Renee Pinnix Howell, 2406 Wade Road, Starkville, MS 39759.

Michael M. Hemphill

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Robin Blaine

Robin Blaine, 54, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi in Batesville, Mississippi. A memorial service celebrating Robin’s life will be held at a later date.

Robin Geoffrey Blaine was born September 1, 1970 in Louisville, Winston County, Mississippi to Robert Earl Blaine and Wynne Inez Ferguson Blaine. He was reared in Winston County and spent most of his adult life there. He graduated from Louisville High School in 1988 and attended Mississippi State University for two years, where he met many life-long friends. Robin’s passion was science fiction and fantasy role-playing games. His friends loved his beautiful drawings of fantasy characters and enjoyed the richly detailed stories he would weave during game nights.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Danny Burns, and his beloved dog Snow Bear. He is survived by a brother, Jerry Michael Burns of Grandin, Florida; sister-in-law Susan Burns of Columbus, Mississippi; nephews Yancy Burns (Shanda) and Daniel Burns (Misty); great-nephews Dylan, Morgan, Harper, and Evan Burns and Thomas Cruthirds (Krew); and great-niece Madilyn Burns Cruthirds (Kyle).

He will be missed by many friends all across the nation. Rest in Peace, brother.

Hollis Shundrell Lovon Cork

Hollis Shundrell Lovon Cork, 41, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Monday, March 30, 2025 in Mesquite , Texas. Funeral service will be Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11 a.m., from Center Hill Church of God in Christ, Hwy. 15 South, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, April 18, 2025 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.

Hollis was born February 26, 1984 to the parents of Henry Lee Washington and Lisa Ann Cork in Choctaw County Mississippi .

Hollis is survived by; son, Hayden Shundrell Cork; parents, Henry Washington and Lisa Cork Harris; siblings, Christopher Rash, Creosha Rash and Myeshia Shields; a partner and special friend, Kiayre Mayshaw, a host of other relatives and family.

Earlean Haynes

Earlean Haynes, 84, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at her Daughter's Home. Graveside service will be Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11 a.m., from Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Monday, April 7, 2025 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.


Mrs. Haynes was born March 25, 1941 to the parents of Archie V Haynes and Emma Carter Haynes in Louisville, MS.She was preceded in death by her parents, Archie V. Haynes and Emma Haynes; siblings, Mary Pace and Clyde Haynes.

She is survived by ; children, Gwendolyn Stephens, Margret Hughes, JoAnn Haynes, Katie Jones (Rick), Lisa Stephenson, Gloria Haynes, Jackie Wilson (Ronnie), Anthony T. Haynes, Tracie Beaugard (Roy) and Bernetta Haynes (Frankie) ; grandchildren, 36, and a host of great grands, nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

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Floyce Dean Adcock Shumaker

Floyce Dean Adcock Shumaker, 87, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Oktibbeha County Hospital in Starkville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 8 at New Hope Baptist Church in Attala County with Reverends Terrell Mayo and Adelbert Adcock officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 12:00 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Interment will immediately follow the service in Macedonia Cemetery in Attala County.
Dean was born July 29, 1937, to Samuel and Jessie Mae Adcock in Attala County.

Dean is survived by her children: Kathy Jones (Wayne) of Louisville; Ronald Shumaker (Beverly) of Laurel, Mississippi; and Karen Livingston (Sam) of Madison, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny Dean” to her grandchildren: Justin Thompson (Hailey), Rhyne Thompson (Jessi), Clayton Shumaker (Elisa), Adam Livingston (Phoebe), Branden Livingston (Katie), Chloe Livingston, Shanda Barnett (Matt), and Shea Thompson (Craig). She is also survived by her 12 great-grandchildren: Ethan Thompson, Peyton Thompson, Kellyn Thompson, Karsyn Thompson, Kooper Thompson, Kohen Thompson, Lydia Barnett, Tripp Thompson, Kaleb Shumaker, Myles Shumaker, Harper Shumaker, and Theodore Livingston. Dean leaves behind her brother, Reverend Marlon Adcock (Susan); in addition to her loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Ralph Shumaker; her parents; and her brother, Doyle Adcock (Shirley).

Serving as pallbearers are Justin Thompson, Rhyne Thompson, Adam Livingston, Branden Livingston, Clayton Shumaker, Ethan Thompson, and Kaleb Shumaker. Memorials in honor of Dean may be given to New Hope Baptist Church, 6917 Attala Road 5216, Kosciusko, MS 39090.

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.

William Brian Sims

William Brian Sims went to be with His Lord and Savior at the Olive Branch Methodist Hospital on April 2, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Friday, April 4th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Rob Faulk and Rev. Trent Jaudon officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Noxapater. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Brian Sims was born Nov. 9, 1976, as the second son of Ray Sims and Carol Sue Young Sims of Louisville, MS. Brian grew up loving the country life around cattle, farming, hunting, and fishing. He loved the outdoors. Brian always enjoyed the simple things in life: faith, family and friends. Brian loved all sports, but especially football, and he excelled as a running back for Winston Academy then continued to play for two years at East Central Community College.

Brian was a Winston Academy graduate, receiving many honors including Mr. Winston Academy. He then graduated from ECCC later attending Delta State University earning a B.S. in general sciences. Brian turned his love for football into a career with coaching teams at Newton Academy, Winston Academy, and Starkville Academy. When not on the field, Brian also enjoyed teaching in the classroom. He also enjoyed another career with Farm Bureau Insurance and Alfa Insurance. He loved people and always loved to make them laugh. He was the center of fellowship with his great sense of humor and storytelling antics. On May 18, 2002, he married the love of his life Laura Hope Faulk Sims. They were blessed with four beautiful children: Julianna Kate (19), Jonah Ray (18), Jillian Faith (16), and Judah Robert Sims (11). Brian's greatest love besides his family was his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was an active member of the South Louisville Baptist Church where he served his Lord Jesus faithfully as a deacon for 20 years and a minister of music for 10 years. Playing guitar and singing in the church and singing with his family was a great joy for him. His sense of humor and love for his neighbors will be greatly missed.

William Brian Sims is survived by his wife of almost 23 years, Laura Hope Faulk Sims, four precious children Julianna, Jonah, Jillian, Judah, his loving parents Carol Sue Young Sims and Ray Sims, and loving brothers Alan Sims (Grace Ann) all of Louisville, MS, and Randall Sims (Jennifer) of Columbus, grandmother Margaret Ann Carter Young of Louisville, and his aunts and uncles, John Albert (Kathy) Young, Gloria (Gary) Miller, and Brenda Sims, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his great heroes his grandparents: Cleo Strum Sims and Seth Lavern Sims and his “JJ” Albert Harlan Young; his uncle, Robert Sims, and aunt, Betty Winstead.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mich McAdory, Lance Eichelberger, Josh Hatcher, Mack Stubbs, Jason Whatley, John Albert Young, Alan  Sims, and Randall Sims. 

Wren Alan Thomas, Sr.

Funeral service for Mr. Wren Alan Thomas, Sr. will be held at 2 PM Friday, April 4, 2025, at John E. Stephens Chapel with Rev. Cody Fedrick, Rev. Glynn Barker, and Randy Thomas officiating. Interment will be in Oak Grove Baptist Cemetery in Noxapater. Visitation will be held from 10 AM-2 PM Friday, April 4, 2025, at John E. Stephens Chapel.

Mr. Thomas, 60, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a former business owner of TeleCom Communications. Mr. Thomas was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Smallwood Hunting Club, and Gunline Shooting Club. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed competitive shooting and tennis.

He is preceded in death by his step-mom, Marilyn Thomas.

Survivors include daughter, Chelsea (Cody) Fedrick of Philadelphia; son, Wren Alan Thomas, Jr. of Noxapater; parents, J.W. Thomas of Noxapater, June Hurst of Hattiesburg; sister, Lynn (Bobby) Martin; brothers, John A. (Denita) Thomas of Noxapater, Bubba Jones and Casey Jones of Hattiesburg, Freddy (Amy) Thomas of Noxapater; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. A friend to ALL.

Pallbearers are Chase Thomas, Brady Thomas, Sam Gully, James Gully, Cody Coward, Tyler Coward, Daniel Thomas, Pierce Bastien, T.J. Thomas and Bradley Thomas.