OLYN GLASS COWARD

Services will be Monday, October 21, 2024, at 2:00 pm from McClain-Hays Chapel. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Winston County. Rev. Ben McDaniel will officiate. Visitation will be Monday, October 21, 2024 at McClain-Hays from 1:00 pm until service time.

Full obituary to follow

Byron Lamar Baldwin

Byron Lamar Baldwin, 65, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi, with his loving family at his side. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 21 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain J. Courtney Shelvy officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Crystal Ridge Cemetery.

Byron was born October 30, 1958, to George and Anne McConnell Baldwin in Pensacola, Florida. He is a member of Crystal Ridge Baptist Church. Byron served as a distinguished member of the Panama City Police Department from December 1981 until October 2005. From October 2005 to October 2007, he served in the Lynn Haven Police Department. Byron enjoyed his boat and he loved to fish. Anyone who knew Byron, knew that he loved nothing more than to play practical jokes on any unsuspecting person!

Byron is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Karen Hisaw Baldwin of Louisville; daughter, Amy Baldwin (Chase) Foster of Huntsville, Texas; and son, Matthew Dale Baldwin also of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “PopPop” to his grandchildren Madison and Holly Foster. He is also survived by his brother, George (Gwen) Baldwin of Birmingham, Alabama; as well as his loving nieces, Bragan Feldman and Morgan Moore; other family members; and friends. Byron was preceded in death by his parents.

Serving as pallbearers are CW2 Matthew Baldwin, Chase Foster, Aaron Sides, and Joey Pritchett. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in honor of Byron be given to the funeral home to help with expenses.

Guy B. Young

Mr. Guy Bernard Young, 95, passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at The Carrington in Starkville, MS. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 18th, at Calvary Baptist Church, Louisville, MS, with Rev. Trent Jaudon and Rev. Johnny Collins officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 9:30 until service time at Calvary Baptist Church. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Guy was born April 13, 1929, in Noxapater, MS, to Gordon Bennett Young and Sara Elizabeth Kemp Young. He was a graduate of Ford High School, and attended Hinds Community College and East Central Community College. He retired from Georgia Pacific Corp after working there for over 25 years, where he was superintendent of the plywood plant. Guy was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a licensed electrician, who loved God, his family, his community, and farming. He was a Mason, and a faithful member and deacon of Calvary Baptist Church where he served in various leadership positions. Guy, a hard worker his entire life, served as a fireman with the Shiloh Volunteer Fire Department and as President of the Calvary Water Board. Generous with his time and energy, he was always willing to assist anyone who needed a helping hand. His greatest joy in life was serving Christ and serving others. He believed in investing in future generations and stayed involved in the Louisville PTA even after his children had graduated. He opened his home to friends, family, neighbors, visiting missionaries, revival preachers, and his grandson’s occasional Boy Scout troop expeditions. He enjoyed a good story and one of his favorite places was at the head of his dining room table surrounded by family listening as they talked, laughed and reminisced. He will be greatly missed, but he has left a rich legacy behind.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 61 years, Dorothy Crenshaw Young; and a brother, Darvin Young.

Guy is survived by three daughters, Barbara (Rick) Walker of Louisville, Debbie (Doug) Miles of Daphne, AL, and Lisa (James) Bratton of Fort Worth, TX; four grandchildren, Lindsey Miles (Will) Richardson, Lauren Miles (Jeff) Crawford, Chris (Carla) Walker, and Alison Walker; great grandchildren, Miles Richardson, Micah Richardson, Brynn Crawford, Hadley Crawford, and Case Crawford; and a host of cousins and friends.

Pallbearers will be James Bratton, Robert Clark, Bobby Joe Edwards, Doug Miles, Jordan Mitchell, Will Richardson, Miles Richardson, and Micah Richardson. Honorary pallbearers will be Deedye Metts and Dickie Dukes.

Memorials in Guy’s memory may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, c/o Joellen Johnson, 5410 Old Robinson Rd, Louisville, MS 39339 or the Guy B. Young Scholarship at Hinds Community College Foundation, P. O. Box 1100, Raymond, MS, 39154 or https://foundation.hindscc.edu/giving/online.

The family would like to thank The Beehive of Louisville, Dr. Dustin Gentry, Winston Medical Center, Noxubee General Hospital, The Carrington, Patricia Cooper and Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate care for Guy at different times over the last two years.

Michael D. “Red” Malone

Michael D. “Red” Malone, 69, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at his home in Sturgis, Mississippi. Graveside services and interment will be 10 a.m. Thursday, October 17 in McClelland Cemetery on Craig Springs Road with David Chaney officiating.

Red was born December 8, 1954, to Junior and Margaret McClelland Malone in Starkville, Mississippi. He attended Friendship Baptist Church. Red was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed hunting, especially turkey, deer, and squirrel. He especially enjoyed spending time and hunting with his brothers. He liked to “brag” that he killed more squirrels than Stan! Red enjoyed “bragging” about his last squirrel hunt; that he had beaten Stan and Mark killing squirrels! Another outside activity that he enjoyed was mowing the grass. He loved walking in the woods and being outside at dawn, his favorite time of day, when everything was waking up and coming alive for the day. Red dearly loved and cared for his family.

Red is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Cindy Box Malone; and his daughter, Nikki Malone, both of Sturgis, Mississippi. He is also survived by his siblings: Stan (Brenda) Malone; Kenny (Connie) Malone; Barbara McBride; Judy (Mark) Shaw; and Donna (David) Chaney. He also leaves behind his brother-in-law, Jeff (Mary Jean) Box; and sister-in-law, Charlice McKenzie; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Red was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Janice Petty; sister-in-law, Candace Box; and brothers-in-law, Mike Box and Darryl McKenzie.

Serving as pallbearers are Michael Malone, Chris McBride, Josh McBride, Terry McClelland, Chamath Wgewardane; and Robert Patrick.

James William Carter, Sr.

James William Carter, Sr., 67, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 15 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jay Murphy officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 10 a.m. to service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Shiloh Cemetery.

James was born June 3, 1957, to J. W. and Bonnie Sullivan Carter in Beville, Texas. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. James was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He could “fix” anything; and in his words, he was a “jack of all trades and master of none.” James dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them, especially his grandchildren.

James is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Teresa White Carter; and his children, Kimberly (Todd) Rogers and James William “Jay” Carter, Jr. all of Louisville; mother, Bonnie Burks; and son-in-law, Jason “Bull” Burchfield. One of his greatest joys was being “Paw” to his grandchildren: Will-Corben (Alaina) Rogers, Taylor (Bonnie) Moody, Brody (Ashlee) Burchfield, Landen (Grace) Rogers, Bella Burchfield, and Jett Burchfield. He also dearly loved his great-grandchildren: Jack, Layton, Raylee Kate, and Abe, and was anxiously awaiting the birth of another granddaughter in April. He is also survived by his brothers, Terry Joe Carter and Kevin Carter; and brother-in-law, Jack Oliver White; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. James was preceded in death by his daughter, Stefanie Moody Burchfield; father, J. W. Carter; mother and father-in-law, Jack and Gertie White; and sister-in-law, Jeannie Wade.

Serving as pallbearers are Will-Corben Rogers, Landen Rogers, Taylor Moody, Brody Burchfield, Jett Burchfield, Bull Burchfield, and Todd Rogers. Honorary pallbearers are John Albert Young, Ken Mills, Mike Greer, Dale Estes, John Miles, Delver Allen, and his hunting and fishing buddies. Memorials in honor of James may be given to the American Cancer Society.

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.

Delma Dewain Lee

Delma Dewain Lee of Ackerman, MS, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at his residence in Ackerman, MS. Dewain was born on September 14, 1954, in Kosciusko, MS, to Delma Lee and Joyce (Nowell) Kemp. He was 70 years old. Dewain was a Heavy Equipment Machine Operator. He was a member of Ackerman Church of Christ.

Funeral services will be held at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS on Friday, October 11, 2024 at 1:00 PM with Rev. Jerry Lawson officiating. Burial will follow at Edgefield Cemetery near McCool, MS in Attala County. Visitation will be held prior to service time from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS.

Dewain is survived by his sons, Matt (Jessica) Lee and Mike (Nancy) Lee both of Ackerman, MS; his daughters, Shelby Lee (Tyler) Clark of Kilmichael, MS and Sierra (Travis) Allen of Weatherford, TX; one brother, Gary (Sherry) Lee; three sisters, Melissa (Ranny) Jones, Angie (Jamie) Simpson, and Joni (Jonathan) Weeks all of Ackerman, MS. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Delma Lee and Joyce (Nowell) Kemp; his brother, Perry Lee; his uncle, Doyle Nowell; his aunt, Lydia Lee; and one infant sister.

Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or the National POW/MIA Memorial.

Milton Triplett

Milton Triplett, 61 of Louisville, MS., died on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 at 11 a.m., from Hopewell United Methodist Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Hopewell Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.Milton was born to Thelma Coleman and S.L. Triplett on September 4, 1963 in Winston County Mississippi.

Milton leaves to cherish his memories his significant other; Tracey Cole of Noxapater, MS; brother, Freeman Triplett (Angela); sisters, Virginia Yates, Jannie Triplett (Troy) and Geneva Triplett (Big Dog) all of Louisville, MS and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Donald Sims Williamson

Donald Sims Williamson, 78, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, Mississippi, surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 12, at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, October 13 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jerry Lundy officiating assisted by Danny Hancock. Interment will immediately follow the service in Harmony Cemetery.

Don was born March 4, 1946, to Zelf and Thellis Sims Williamson in Louisville, Mississippi. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. After 29 years, Don retired as a supervisor from the Spartus Corporation. After retiring from Spartus, he started his own company, D. W. Finishing, where he was involved in industrial painting. Don was an avid NASCAR fan and was able to understand that Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. won last Sunday’s race! He enjoyed camping in the mountains and he dearly loved his family.

Don is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Sandra Ellis Williamson of Louisville; and his four daughters: Daphne Williamson (Tammy Elliott) of Danville, Virginia; Dana Endy (Chip) of Prairieville, Louisiana; Jessica Williamson of Louisville, and Megan Putnam of Union, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPa” to his grandchildren: Ian Walton (Sarah); Caleb Walton (Samantha); Hanna Walton; Seth Walton; Chloe Walton; Jacob McMullen (Harley); Jordan McMullen (Arellyn); Aaron McMullen; Andrew McMullen; Simon McMullen; Phoebe McMullen; Sophia McMullen; Stella Williamson; Cooper Pitt; Walker Hartness; and Wilder Hartness; and his son-in-law, Andy Hartness. He also dearly loved his great-grandchildren: Lucas Walton; Lola Walton; Vanlee McMullen; Leland McMullen; Waylon McMullen; Grayson McMullen; Owen McMullen; Emmett McMullen; Willow McMullen; Jude McMullen; Lily McMullen; Enoch McMullen; and Arayah McMullen. Don was also blessed with four bonus grandchildren: Corina Justine Revis; Chad Endy (Samantha); Lucinda Endy; and Claire Endy; and four bonus great-grandchildren: Gage Revis, Gracie Revis, Mason, and Cedar Endy. He is also survived by his sisters: Linda Cooper, Jan Davis (Pat), Nancy Fulcher (Steve), and Maxine Smith; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, June Black and Becky Mitchell; and brother, Harold Williamson.

Serving as pallbearers are Caleb Walton, Aaron McMullen, Andrew McMullen, Chip Endy, Andy Hartness, and Cooper Pitt. 

Memorials in honor of Don may be given to Sanctuary Hospice House online at sanctuaryhospicehouse.com or by mailing to P. O. Box 2177, Tupelo, MS 38803.

Betty Metts Fulcher-Long

Betty Ruth Metts Fulcher-Long, 99, passed away with her loving family at her side on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at BeeHive Homes in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, October 14 at Rocky Hill Church with Reverends Bo Jeffares and Keith Williams officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will immediately follow the service in Rocky Hill Cemetery with Reverend Trent Jaudon officiating.

Betty Ruth was born August 16, 1925, to Albert and Mattie Boswell Metts in Winston County. She was a member of Rocky Hill Church.

Betty Ruth is survived by her children: Bobby (Glenda) Fulcher of Quitman, Mississippi; Beth (Bob) Jeffares of Meridian, Mississippi; and Rebecca (Don) Rogers of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandmother” to her grandchildren: Lance Fulcher, Kyle Fulcher, Bo Jeffares, Christopher Jeffares, Amy Rogers, Tyler Rogers, and Tate Rogers; in addition to her 14 great-grandchildren. Betty Ruth is also survived by her brother, James E. “Deedye” Metts; as well as many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. 

Betty Ruth is preceded in death by her husbands, James Udell “Bud” Fulcher and John L. Long; her parents; and an infant daughter.

Serving as pallbearers are Lance Fulcher, Kyle Fulcher, Christopher Jeffares, Tyler Rogers, Tate Rogers, Landon Fulcher, and Camden Fulcher. Memorials in honor of Betty Ruth may be given to Rocky Hill Church, c/o Albert Moore, 2224 Rocky Hill Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

The family of Betty Ruth would like to thank Melba Reed and the staff of BeeHive Homes, along with her devoted caregivers, Joyce Clark Clay and Beatrice Miller, as well as her special friend, Sarah Lindsey, for the compassionate care and friendship provided to our mother.

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.

Scotty Smith

Scotty Gray Smith, 75, passed away at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Visitation will be Monday, October 7 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 8 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will immediately follow the service in Camp Ground Cemetery.

Scotty is survived by his daughter, Melanie Ford and husband Kiley of Columbus, Mississippi; and his grandchildren Eric Gray Ford (Sara Kate) and Aubrie Clair Shumaker (Eli). He also leaves behind four great-grandchildren: Jolene Gray Ford, Robert Yates Ford, Emma Jo Shumaker, and Scottie Anne Shumaker. Scotty is also survived by his brother, Jerry (Becky) Smith; as well as his loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Scotty is preceded in death by parents; and his brother, Joe Smith.

Serving as pallbearers are Eli Shumaker, Marty Smith, Tim Smith, Butch Burns, Wells Burns, and Isaac Triplett. Memorials in honor of Scotty may be given to Camp Ground Church Missions Fund, c/o Becky Waddell, 3080 Young Crossing 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.

Garland Will Raines

Garland Will Raines of Ackerman, MS, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his residence in Ackerman, MS. Garland was born on February 9, 1940, in Reform, MS, to Lois and Nova(Wood) Raines. He was 84 years old and was a retired trucker and logger.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time beginning at 12:00 p.m. with Dr. Danny Irvin officiating. Burial will follow at Flower Ridge Cemetery near Louisville, MS.

Garland is survived by 1 daughter, Lee Ann (Scottie) Smith of Ackerman, MS; 3 sons, Scott Raines of Ackerman, MS, Todd Raines of Eupora, MS, Tony (Sandy) Raines of Cumberland, MS; 2 sisters, Gayra (Alf) Williams of Mathiston, MS, Shiann Bennett of Starkville, MS; 1 brother, Gaylon (Nancy) Raines of Ackerman, MS; 3 grandchildren, Tony Mark Raines, Sam Raines, Blake (Tucker) James; and 3 great-grandchildren, Karder Raines, Kimber Raines, Logan Raines.

Garland is preceded in death by his wife, Molly Raines; his parents; 1 great-grandson, Mark Raines; 1 brother, Dick Raines; 1 sister, Nannie McPherson.

Memorials may be made to Flower Ridge Methodist Church near Louisville, MS.

Martha Bruce

Martha Jo Taylor Bruce of Ackerman, MS, passed away on Saturday , October 5, 2024, at her residence in Ackerman, MS. Martha Jo was born on July 20, 1936, in French Camp, MS, to Coy Dudley and Floy Irene (Curtis) Taylor. She was 88 years old. Martha Jo was a devoted housewife and mother. She was a member of South Union Church near Ackerman, MS. Martha Jo spent a lot of her years with her husband, Jimmy Dale, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Graveside services will be held at South Union Cemetery near Ackerman, MS on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Rev. George Buell and Rev. Bryan Carubba officiating. Burial will follow at South Union Cemetery near Ackerman, MS. 

Martha Jo is survived by her 3 sons, Jimmy Dale Bruce, Jr. of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Michael Taylor Bruce of Ackerman, MS, and Jonathan Clark Bruce of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; her 2 grandchildren, Chris McInnes and Meagan McInnes; and her sister in law, Barbara Taylor of Ackerman, MS. Martha Jo is also survived by her two caregivers, Linda Black and Debbie Johnson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Dale Bruce, Sr.; her parents, Coy Dudley and Floy Irene (Curtis) Taylor; her 2 brothers, Percy Taylor and Harry D. Taylor, Sr.; and her two sister in laws, Bobbie Taylor and Bobbie Jean Bruce.

Memorials may be made to the South Union Cemetery Fund.

William Mansel Shumaker

William Mansel Shumaker, age 96,went to be with his Savior Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024 at Skelton Personal Care Center where he had been a resident for the past 7yrs. He was born Apr. 11, 1928 on a three mule farm on Big Bywy near Reform, MS. He was the fifth, and now seventh, generation of Shumakers to live there. He graduated from Reform High School in 1946. He married Allene Maddox Dec. 16, 1949.They were married for 46 yrs before she succumbed to cancer in 1995. He enlisted in the Air Force in 1951 and spent one tour in Korea then returned state side to Altus AFB, OK for the remainder of his hitch and discharged in 1955. He was a natural born mechanic and had been working on cars since 1947. After the service he worked at various car dealerships in MS and in 1958 he began work for Taylor Pontiac-Cadillac in Louisville, MS. He established Red’s Motor Service in 1968 in Ackerman, MS and retired in 1993. Besides a mechanic he was an avid quail hunter. He spend thirty years hunting with his life long friend Gerald Gammill and several generations of lemon pointer bird dogs. He was a life long active member at Antioch Community Church. Mansel was a very kind, humble and meek person and always willing to give you a hand up. Mansel loved singing and playing bluegrass and gospel music. He played several instruments, guitar, mandolin, auto harp and Dobro.

Every Sunday afternoon was spent with friends and family picking and singing on his back porch. Upon retirement in 1993 he made this statement,” I don’t know if mechanics are like solders or not. But I think of a saying of my favorite general, Douglas MacArthur, “Old soldiers never die. They just slowly fade away”

Mansel was preceded in death by his parents Roger and Nina Shumaker, wife, Allene Maddox Shumaker, sister, Helen Maurice Ray (J.C,), brother, Maurice Shumaker, one great-granddaughter, Maddox J. Reeves. He is survived by a daughter, Teresa (Charles) McMinn, Ackerman, MS, and son Bill (Teresa) Shumaker, Ackerman, MS., Four grandchildren, Brian (Miranda) McMinn, Neal (Kayla) McMinn, Jamie (Clint) McHan, Hannah Raney and six great grandchildren, Austin Ulmer, Will McMinn, Kaylee McMinn, Mackenzie Reeves, Maebry Reeves and Paxton McHan.

The funeral services for William Mansel Shumaker will be Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. Visitation at 2:00 PM, Funeral at 3:00 PM at Antioch Community Church 3641 Reform-Sturgis Rd. Reform, MS. Bro. Bill Hutto officiating. Brian McMinn, Neal McMinn, Clint McHan, Wesley Gammill, Lavon Jones, Ranny Jones, Rodney Gammill and Scotty McKnight pall bearers.

Rosie Lee Fulwiley

Rosie Lee Fulwiley, 92, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Winston County Nursing Home, Louisville, MS. Memorial service will be Monday, October 7, 2024 at 12 Noon from Beck Funeral Home Chapel.

Rosie Lee was born June 16, 1932 to the parents of Nadge Thompson and Ella Nannie Lee Loving in Winston County Mississippi.

She is survived by children; Henrietta Roberts, Chicago, IL; Henry Fulwylie, Jr. (Jane), Saginaw, MI, Edna Collins, Phila., MS and Letitia Jackson (Joe), Louisville, MS; sisters, Louise Friday, Jackson, MS and Addie Mae Haynes, Noxapater, MS; brothers, Genary Thompson, Louisville, MS. and David Thompson of Detroit, MI. eight grands, great, great grands and great great grands; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Glenda Hill Woodruff

 Glenda Hill Woodruff, 77, passed away at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, Mississippi, on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, October 5 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Keith Williams officiating. Visitation will be at the Massey Funeral Home one hour prior to the service. Interment will immediately follow the service in Flower Ridge Cemetery.

Glenda was born January 26, 1947, to Hubbard and Pearl Eaves Hill. She was a member of Flower Ridge Baptist Church. Glenda was an avid reader who “never met a book she didn’t like.” She dearly loved her family, friends, and her pets.

Glenda is survived by her sons: Steve “Woody” Woodruff and wife, Susan; and Mike Woodruff all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “Granny” to her grandchildren: Josh Fisher and Jessie (Zane) Facemire; in addition to her great-grandchildren: Caylee Fisher, Aubrey Fisher, Levi Tanksley Facemire, Sterlin Facemire, and Jordyn Facemire. Glenda is also survived by three siblings: Ralph Hill, Fannie Merle Clark, and Roland Hill; as well as her loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Glenda is preceded in death by her husband, Harry Woodruff and brother, Rudolph Hill.

Serving as pallbearers are Josh Fisher, Zane Facemire, Jerry Dennis, Jeff Clark, Mark Covington, and Tim Shepperd. Memorials in honor of Glenda may be given to Massey Funeral Home to help with the funeral expenses.

Lenard Thames

Lenard Thames, 65 of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at the Choctaw County Nursing Home, Ackerman, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 at 2 p.m., from the Mount Olive Bethany Harmony District Bldg., 121 Armstrong St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Friendship Cemetery, Gholson, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Lenard was born January 2, 1959 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Willie Rew Thames and Ethel Harrison Thames.

Lenard was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Ethel Thames.

Lenard is survived by; siblings, Ethel B. Harwell (Craig), Fredrick Thames (Birtha), Amos Thames, Willie J. Thames (Ethel) and Lester Thames (Ada); aunts, Nancy Seals, Mary Alice Goss, and Frances Harrison; uncles, Howard Harrison (christine), Fred Evans and Mack Evans; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Ruby Mae Miller

 Ruby Mae Miller, 74 of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, October 5, 2024, at 11 a.m., from New Zion M. B. Church 48 New Zion Road, Louisville, Mississippi. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. 

Ruby was born September 13, 1950 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Robert Coleman and Margaret Goss.

Ruby was preceded in death by; parents, Robert Coleman and Margaret Goss; husband, Otis D. Miller; brothers, Lester Goss and Byron Dean and mother treasured by marriage, Mable Miller.

Ruby is survived by her beloved children; Yolanda Porter (Ronald), Independence, MO. and Tekella Foster (Carlos) of Louisville, MS; grandchild, Zion Porter of Independence, MO; siblings, Belinda Miller, Louisville, MS. and Walter Goss (Geraldine) of Oak Park, IL; nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends. 

Jimmy Gregory

Jimmy R. Gregory, 76, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Baptist Memorial Hospital—Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi, with his loving family at his side. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 4 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel in Louisville, Mississippi, with Reverend Jerry Lundy officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow the service in Harmony Cemetery.

Jimmy was born October 5, 1947, to Edgar and Opal Reed Gregory. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. Jimmy loved the outdoors; he enjoyed hunting and he especially enjoyed fishing. He was known for his famous chicken which he cooked for his family, church events, and other special occasions. Jimmy dearly loved his grandchildren and enjoyed following them in whatever sport was in season. He also enjoyed telling others of the documentary that was made of his life “Winston County Miracle Man” which was highlighted at the Oxford Film Festival and can still be viewed on YouTube.

Jimmy is survived by his children: Glenn (Leigh Ann) Gregory and Alisa (Josh) Hoening all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “Granddaddy” to his grandchildren: Hayden Hoening, Camden Hoening, Kaylee Gregory, Caleb Gregory, and Bria Gregory. He is also survived by his siblings: Emily (Gene) Holton, Donnie (Pat) Gregory, and Patty Myers; as well as his nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Rick Myers.

Serving as pallbearers are Caleb Gregory, Hayden Hoening, Camden Hoening, Tim Cole, Glen Shurden, and JaWilliam Carter. Memorials in honor of Jimmy may be given to Harmony Cemetery Fund, c/o David Holder, 11755 Highway 397, Louisville, MS 39339.

Clarence E. Kelley

Mr. Clarence Eugene Kelley, 77, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 1st, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Charles Rook and Rev. David Keen officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Murphy Creek Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Clarence was born on April 6, 1947, in Noxubee County, to Preston Clark Kelley and Gladys Higginbotham Kelley. Clarence was the oldest of the “Kelley Boys” and was affectionately known by his classmates as “Biscuit Kelley.” He graduated from Louisville High School in 1963 and attended one year of college at East Central Community College. In 1967, he married his first love, Barbara Eaves. In 1973, they became parents to their only child, Stephanie. Clarence lovingly took care of his wife until she passed away in 1998.

In 1974, he began his career as an officer with the Mississippi Highway Patrol, earning the rank of Master Sergeant. After retirement, Clarence took on many roles. He served as director of Winston County Emergency Management Team, served as chief of the East Winston Volunteer Fire Dept, and served on the Executive Board of the Mississippi Fire Fighters Assn. He was also a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for 35 years.

In 2010, he married the second love of his life, Beverly, where he became “Pop” to two bonus daughters, Stacey and Stephanie, and six grandchildren. At this point, he took on the most challenging job which was attempting to keep everyone in line.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Hudson Kelley of Louisville; daughters, Stephanie Kelley of Columbus, MS, Stacey Boatner, and Stephanie (Josh) Lawrence, both of Louisville; three brothers, Paul (Diane) Kelley of Sebastopol, MS, Joe (Cindy) Kelley of Louisville, and Davis (Pam) Kelley of Louisville; and six grandchildren, Keylone Moore, Laney Boatner and fiancé, Scott Ferguson, C. J. Boatner, David Lawrence, Rayleigh Lawrence, and Madi Grace Kelley.

Pallbearers will be Bruce Lee, Keylone Moore, Doug Kelley, Scott Ferguson, Josh Kelley, and Josh Lawrence. Honorary pallbearers will be the Bethel Baptist Church Deacons.

Special thanks to Dr. Justin Baker and NP Lori Beth Brent, Jackson Oncology Associates, the Enhabit Hospice Staff especially Robyn White, as well as his sitters, Rebecca Easley, Desiree Harrington, and Maria Ball who all took such good care of him throughout his long journey. A special thanks also goes to his personal nurse and daughter, Stephanie Lawrence, who gave selflessly to ensure he had the best care.

Memorials in Clarence’s memory may be made to the Mississippi Firefighters Assn, (www.mffa.com ) .

Peggy Ann Barfield

Peggy Ann Barnett Barfield, 86, passed away at Neshoba General Hospital in Philadelphia, Mississippi, on Monday, September 30, 2024. Graveside services and interment for Peggy will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 2 at Union Ridge Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi, with Reverend Greg Thomas officiating.

Peggy was born August 21, 1938, to Jeff and Opal Barnett. She was a member of Union Ridge Baptist Church in Noxapater. For more than 20 years, Peggy worked in management at Dollar General. One of her favorite outings was having her hair washed and styled each week at Linda’s Beauty Shop; she also enjoyed shopping, getting out of the house, and traveling with her late husband. Peggy dearly loved her family, friends, and her church family; and she enjoyed preparing and cooking homemade meals and treats during the holidays. She was never one to turn down a hug and was known for her saying, “Come hug my neck!” Peggy was not one to meet a stranger; she loved to “chat” with everyone enjoying the latest gossip like a true Southern belle.

Peggy is survived by her daughter, Patricia “Trish” (Shannon) Reynolds; and daughter-in-law, Macolyn Stanley. One of her greatest joys was being “Nanny” to her grandchildren: Steven (Emily) Stanley; Heather (John) Mozingo; and Travis (Celeste) Stanley; in addition to her great-grandchildren: Braxton, Ryan, Brayden, Kaige, Oakley, and Greyson. Peggy is also survived by her brother, Wayne (Connie) Barnett; sister-in-law, Shirley Barnett; as well as her loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Peggy is preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Barfield; son, Mike Stanley; granddaughter, Madison; brother, Jerry Barnett; and sister, Betty Majors and brother-in-law Hugh Majors.

Serving as pallbearers are Allen Levins, Shannon Reynolds, Gene Triplett, John Mozingo and Rhyan Stewart.

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.