Martha Elaine Torgerson

 Mrs. Martha Elaine Torgerson, 82, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026, at Merritt-River Oaks Hospital in Flowood, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 7th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Charles Rook and Rev. David Keen officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Perkinsville Cemetery. Porter funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Elaine was born August 14, 1943, in Louisville, MS, to A. T. and Martha Triplett. She was a graduate of Nanih Waiya High School, and earned her degree as a Registered Nurse at the Gilfoy School of Nursing at Mississippi Baptist Hospital in Jackson. She worked at Singing River Hospital and retired from Ingalls’ Shipyard. She was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church. Elaine loved working in her yard, and especially enjoyed gardening and her flowers.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jim Torgerson;

She is survived by her brother, Donald (Billie) Triplett of Louisville, her nieces, Donna (Greg) Thomas and Magan Allen; great nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Tyler) Wright, Cayson Miles, Landon Miles, Dillon Allen, Colby Allen, Isabella Allen, and great great niece and nephew, Harper Wright and Sophie Wright.

Pallbearers will be Tyler Wright, Cayson Miles, Landon Miles, Colby Allen, Dillon Allen, and Greg Thomas. Memorials may be made to Perkinsville Cemetery Fund. 

Morris Dewitt Smith

 Mr. Morris Dewitt Smith, 88, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at his home in Louisville, MS, surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, July 5th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Bro. Trent Jaudon officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 12:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Leake Memorial Gardens in Carthage, MS. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

Dewitt, affectionately known as papa, was born May 16, 1938, in Edinburg, MS, to Horace and Mary Allene Smith. He was a graduate of Edinburg High School. Dewitt began his career with Irby Electric in 1957, and then served in the U.S. Army before continuing his work with Irby Electric. He started work with East Mississippi Electric Power Association in 1964 and worked his way up to Line Foreman before retiring in 1998. He was a member of Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church. 

Dewitt was a man of quiet strength, unwavering character, and an unmatched work ethic. He took great pride in everything he did, whether tending a full garden, caring for his Tennessee Walking and saddle horses in earlier years, building fences, bush hogging, or keeping his land in impeccable condition. If something was broken, chances are Dewitt could fix it—and just as importantly, teach you how and why he fixed it along the way. 

Known for his calm and gentle nature, he was the perfect complement to his beloved wife, Pat, whose outgoing personality brought joy and laughter to their home after the two met in New Mexico while he was in the service. Together they built a life rooted in love, hard work, and devotion to their family. 

Even as he grew older and was faced with Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease and drop foot, which gradually weakened his legs and made walking increasingly difficult, Dewitt refused to let those challenges define him. He continued helping in his daughter’s chicken houses, building fences, working the land, and serving those he loved until it was no longer physically safe to do so. Through his actions more than his words, he taught his family the value of perseverance, humility, responsibility, and doing every job to the very best of his ability. He always put others before himself, never hesitating to lend a helping hand wherever it was needed. 

In his later years, some of his greatest contentment was found in the simple things—resting in his favorite chair with three burners glowing nearby, listening to Willie’s Roadhouse playing loudly on the radio, and being surrounded by the family he loved so deeply. His legacy of faith, integrity, selfless service, and unconditional love will continue to live on through the lives of all who were blessed to know him.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Mary Allene Smith, and by his beloved wife of 49 years, Pat Smith. 

He is survived by three daughters, Charlotte (Lionel) Hamrick of New Orleans, LA, Vicki (Michael) Chambliss of Louisville, and Mandy (Ken) Mills of Louisville; a sister, Patty (the late Leroy) Callahan of Forest, MS; two brothers, Carl (the late Deloris) Smith of Morton, MS, and Keith (Robin) Smith of Brandon, MS; five grandchildren, Justin (Jaimee) Childs, Madison (Dillon) Womble, Collin Mills, Jordan (Lane) Taylor, and Raegan Chambliss; and his great-grandchildren, Kipp Womble, Patton Childs, Quintin Childs, Shep Womble, MaryAllyn Taylor, Hayze Harper, and Cayson Lane Taylor.

Pallbearers will be Travis Vowell, Bryce Nester, Dewayne Howard, Barry Vowell, Stuart Ingram, Jerry Pearson, and Mike Etheridge.

James Smith

 James Smith, 73, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at his home. A Memorial Service will be Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 2 p.m., at Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS., 39339. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville  in charge of Local arrangements. Funeral service will be conducted by Sullivan-Ellis Mortuary, 1902 3rd Ave., East Moline, IL.  61244. Burial will be in the Pine Hill Cemetery, Davenport, IA. 

Rachel Hill Jackson

Rachel E. Jackson, 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the Winston County Nursing Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, July 5 at Antioch Baptist Church with Reverend Melvin Mordecai officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the church from 1 p.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Sturgis, Mississippi.

Rachel was born on October 11, 1937, to L. V. and Nellie D. Chapman Hill in Neshoba County. She was a faithful member of Antioch Baptist Church where she enjoyed teaching Sunday school and singing in the choir. Rachel also enjoyed working in her garden. Most of all, she dearly loved her family.

Rachel is survived by her son, Todd Jackson (Tracy) of Union, Mississippi. She is also survived by four grandchildren: Candi and Josh Hayes, Jamie and Andrew Savell, Katie and Jacob Rash, and J.T. and Landree Vance; as well as six great-grandchildren in addition to many loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Rachel also leaves behind five brothers: Wilburn Hill, Benny Hill (Debby), Danny Hill (Ann), Gene Hill (Dana), and Urshel Hill; and her sister-in-law, Jennie Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Jackson; her parents; her sister, Annie Pearl Wilson; and three brothers, Charles Hill, Jerry Ray Hill, and George Hill.

Serving as pallbearers are James Hill, Steven Hill, Michael Kreps, Nathan Kreps, David Jackson, and Ben Jackson.

Jerry Wilson

 Arrangement are incomplete at this time.

Carrie Bell Stephens

 Carrie Bell Stephens, 93, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, June 26, 2026 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 2 p.m., at Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Carrie was born June 13, 1933 to the parents of Timothy Eichelberger and Isabel Harrington Eichelberger in Winston County Mississippi.

Carrie was preceded in death by her husband, A C Stephens; siblings, Sylvester, Timothy Ed, James, Lamar, Samuel D., Thomas, Lee Earl, and Rose Mary.

Carrie is survived by; daughter, Eula M. Stephens-Goss, son, Albert Stephens; grandchildren, Christopher Goss, Andrew Nash, Keneisha Houston; great grandchildren, Tysianna Nash, Jadakist Nash, Paisley Goss, Kelsey Nash, Andrew Nash II, Mia'Rose Nash, and Taylor Houston; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.  

Eddie Lee Coleman

Eddie Lee Coleman, 76, of Jackson, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at his home. Funeral Service will be Friday, July 3, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 206 Pleasant Grove Road, Louisville, MS 39339. Burial will be in the Oliver Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Eddie was born March 27, 1950, to the parents of William Anderson Coleman and Lillie Grady Coleman in Winston County Mississippi.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie Grady and William Anderson Coleman and siblings; Alice Faye Coleman, Juanita Coleman, Denise Stone, Sandra Reggs, and Joseph Coleman.  

Eddie leaves to cherish his loving memory his devoted daughter, Santrice Michelle Coleman Brown (Maurice) of Stockbridge, GA; and three beloved grandsons, Kingston Maurice Brown, Carson Lamar Brown, and Coleson Lee Brown; siblings, Terry Coleman (Brenda), of Byram, MS, Catherine Coleman, Ruby Ann Coleman, Beverly Coleman, Jerome Coleman, Louis Coleman, Michael Coleman (Portia), and James Coleman (Liz), all of Chicago, IL; Laflora Coleman of West St. Paul, MN; Brenda Coleman of Saint Paul, MN, Jeffery Coleman (Trenace) of Tuscaloosa, AL., and Grover Coleman of Louisville, MS; He also leaves behind a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends, all of whom he cherished deeply.

Kendall Keith Hisaw

 Mr. Kendall Keith Hisaw, 86, passed away on June 27, 2026, at Dogwood Cottage at Winston Medical Center. Graveside services and interment will be held Monday, June 29th, at 4:00 P. M. at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. Rob Faulk officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 3:00 to 4:00 P.M. at Porter Funeral Home. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangement.

Kendall was born June 25, 1940, to Hulbert and Olwin DeCile Hisaw. He was a graduate of Nanih Waiya High School. He was a welder by trade, having worked with Taylor Machine Works and in the offshore oil industry. He was a member of The Way Community Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Viola Mary Hisaw; and his nephew, Harold Keith Robertson, and his son-in-law, Kenny Ray Dempsey.

He is survived by a son, Ken (Dana) Hisaw; a daughter, Sandra Dempsey, both of Louisville; a sister, Amelia Ligon of Meridian, MS; four grandchildren, Brittany (Brad) Dickerson, Kali (Steven) Rogers, Chynna (Cheston) Jones, and Micha (Blake) Young; and six great grandchildren, Braley Raye Dickerson, Bradley Dale Dickerson, Jr. (Braz), Jackson Dempsey Rogers (Jax), Kenzi Rae Rogers, Ryklin Claye Jones, and Millie Mae Jones.; two step-sons, Adam (Laura) Albarado Jr., and Craig Albarado; three step-grandchildren; nine step great grandchildren; and a niece Tracy (Wendell) Boutwell.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice and his excellent caregivers whom he loved and loved him: Melanie Jackson, Lynn Lovorn, Beverly Rowan, and Debbie Yates.

Pallbearers will be Steven Rogers, Jax Rogers, Brad Dickerson, Braz Dickerson, Cheston Jones, and Blake Young.

Michael Hayes "Mike" Mitchell

 Services are incomplete at this time.

Dexter R. Holmes

Dexter R.  Holmes, Sr., 57, of Louisville, MS., passed on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Saint Dominic Hospital, Jackson, MS. Funeral Service will be Friday, July 3, 2026  at 1:00  p. m. at  Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Dexter was born December 7, 1968 to the parents of Walter Coleman and Willie Holmes, in Winston County Mississippi.

Dexter was preceded in death by his father, Walter Coleman and Bonus father, Lewis Harris and his grandparents.

Dexter is survived by his son, Dexter R. Holmes, Jr; mother, Willie Harris; siblings, Tessie Holmes, Dionne Harris, Shalawnda Harris Ewuzie (Emeka), and Kristen Harris; fiancee, Renee McDougle; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Mary Charles Lee Morris

Services are incomplete at this time.

William Paul Littrell Sr.

William Paul Littrell, Sr., 68, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2026. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi; as well as the day of the service from 10 a.m. until service time. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 1 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Taylor Yarbrough officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Louisville Memorial Cemetery.

Paul was born to William Columbus Littrell and Joy Lynn Holdiness Littrell on May 16, 1958, in Louisville. In his younger years, he loved the excitement of dirt track racing, making many memories at the racetrack. A graduate of Louisville High School, Paul was a loving husband and a devoted father. He enjoyed working and devoted more than 30 years to Baker’s Ready Mix. As a master carpenter, Paul built pieces that are treasured family heirlooms. Paul also enjoyed working in his yard, taking pride in keeping it beautiful. He also had an appreciation for classic cars. Paul will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Paul is survived by two sons, William Paul “P. J.” Littrell, Jr. of Birmingham, Alabama; and Jay Pearson of New Orleans, Louisiana. He is also survived by his four siblings: Billie Littrell Ward, Penny Riser (Robin), Mark Littrell, and Stacey Littrell; as well as his loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Debbie Kuhn Littrell and his parents.

Serving as pallbearers are Stacey Littrell, Mark Lilttrell, William Patty, Billy Don Baker, Brock Baker, John Anderson, and Dallas Mills. Serving as honorary pallbearers are all employees of Baker’s Ready Mix.

Billy Charles Files

Billy was born to Charles William and Sarah Pauline Ellingburg Files on December 20, 1965. He was a faithful member of South Louisville Baptist Church and he enjoyed working at Mary Lou's Biscuit Barn. Billy never met a stranger; he enjoyed talking with everyone he met, making friends wherever he went.An avid race fan, Billy loved attending car races and had a special appreciation for race cars. He was especially proud of his yellow Steeda truck. Whether attending races or simply visiting with family and friends, Billy found happiness in life's simple pleasures.

Billy is survived by his loving sisters, Pam Burnham (Junior) of Louisville and Kaye Neese (Donnie) of Philadelphia, Mississippi; his brother, Ray Files (Tonya) of Stonewall, Mississippi; and his special aunt, Aline Jolly (Oliver) of Philadelphia; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other family members, and many cherished friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles William Files and Sarah Pauline Ellingburg Files; his sister, Reba Faye Files; and his special niece, Christie Thomas.
Serving as pallbearers are Donnie Ray Neese, Jimmy Files, James Files, James Mayo, John David Marshall, and Daniel Parker. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Billy's first cousin

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Pearlie Jean Lewis

Pearlie Jean Lewis, 76, of Louisville, MS., passed on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Baptist Medical Center, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Monday, June 29, 2026 at 11 a.m., at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 506 South Jones Avenue, Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Sunday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Pearlie was born April 24, 1950 to the parents of Dee Ellis Mosley and Moline Hughes Mosley, in Winston County Mississippi.

Pearlie was preceded in death by her husband, Wesley Lewis, Jr. parents, Dee Ellis and Moline Mosley; sister, Bessie Diane Brown.

Pearlie is survived by her children, Karen Lewis, Donald Lewis, and Derrick "Bo" Lewis (Lamesha); Brother, Dee Ellis Mosley, Jr., (Patricia); (14) grandchildren, (11) great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.  

Michael Hathorn

 Mr. Michael Hathorn , 48, of Louisville MS passed away, Sunday June 21, 2026. Visitation will be held Monday June 29, 2026 at 4:00p.m. until 6:00p.m. at Taylor's Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral Service will be Tuesday June 30, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Cannie Missionary Baptist Church, in Louisville, MS. Burial will be held at Mt. Cannie Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, in Louisville , MS. Taylor's Funeral Home of Louisville, MS is entrusted with the arrangements.

Betty J. Shaw

Ms. Betty Joyce Shaw, 90, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 26th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Mark Mayo and Mr. Benny Cherry officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Betty was born April 23, 1936, in Louisville, MS. A lifelong resident of Louisville, Betty graduated from Louisville High School. She was employed by Angelica and Kellwood. Betty had a knack for growing flowers and vegetables and was known for her cathead biscuits and gravy and “candy Pie”. One of her favorite pastimes was riding her zero-turn mowers, which she did the week before her death. Betty loved her cats and dogs and had many of both that she cherished through the years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Spiva and L. V. Wylie Shaw; and three brothers, Ray “Bo” Shaw, James Curtis Shaw, and Spiva Shaw.

She is survived by two sisters, Mary Shaw of Louisville, and Kathleen Shaw Nowell of Ridgeland, MS; and a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Jim Eaves, Scott Dalton, Joseph Gill, Johnny Johnson, Delbert Shaw, and Ricky Shaw. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Wylie Young and Bruce Shaw.

Frances Miller

 Frances Miller, 86, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Winston County Nursing Home, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 3 p.m., at Union Chapel M. B. Church, 142 Union Chapel Road, Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Union Chapel Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Frances was born April 5, 1940 to the parents of Era Hardin and Minnie Turner Hardin in Winston County Mississippi.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents, Era Hardin and Minnie Hardin; siblings, Mary George Ball, Eddie Mae Perry, Gennie Lee Triplett, Eddmonia Hardin, E W Hardin, J W Hardin, Doc Hardin, James Hardin, Gunnie Ray Hardin and Edgar Hardin.

Frances is survived by her children; Barbara Carter (James), Anthony Hardin, Chiquite Miller, Karen Miller Arnold and Coby Miller; (12) grandchildren, (20) great grandchildren, (3) great great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends, and countless others whose lives she touched.

Terry Joe Carter

Terry Joe Carter, 63, passed away at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, on Monday, June 22, 2026. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday, June 25 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jay Murphy officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Shiloh Cemetery in Louisville.

Terry was born May 25, 1963, to J. W Carter and Bonnie Sullivan Burks. He was a faithful member of Shiloh Baptist Church and a devoted father and son. Terry was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially at Maw Maw's Country Store. He also loved his red Ford truck and his beloved dog, Bo.

Terry is survived by his mother, Bonnie Carter Burks; his son, John William Carter and wife, Brooklyn; his brother, Kevin Carter; his sister-in-law, Teresa White Carter; and his brother-in-law, Jack Oliver White, along with numerous extended family members and friends who will cherish his memory. He was preceded in death by his father, J.W. Carter, and his brother, James William Carter, Sr.

Serving as pallbearers are Kevin Carter, John William Carter, John Miles, Kevin Arnett Dale Dickerson and Tim Smith. Memorials in honor of Terry may be given to Massey Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.

Craig'drecus Martez Avant

 Craig'drecus Martez Avant, 26, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at his home. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 11 a.m., at   Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 23, 2026 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Craig'drecus was born January 20, 2000 in Clay County Mississippi, to the parents, of William Craig Avant and Helen A. Hickman Avant.

Craig'drecus was preceded in death by his grandparents, Annie Lee Idom Hickman and George Hickman and Bernice Harris Avant and William Warren Avant.

Craig'drecus is survived by his parents, William Craig and Helen Hickman Avant; siblings, LaBrittany Hickman (Jeremy Lyon), and Amber Avant; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Doyle Smith Snow

Doyle Smith Snow, 89, passed away at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, on Monday, June 15, 2026. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 20 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will immediately follow the service in Wood Cemetery at Smallwood Revival Center in Winston County.

Doyle was born April 30, 1937, to Jonah Robert Snow and Laura Smith Snow. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed animals and watching wildlife. In his younger years, Doyle enjoyed hunting and fishing. He worked for the City of Jackson as a painter for many years. Doyle answered the call of his country by serving as a paratrooper in the United States Army.

Doyle is survived by his two sons: Charles “Chuck” Snow and Robert Doyle Snow both of Jackson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Regina Weatherford Snow; his daughter, Selina Faye Snow Boyles; and his parents.

Serving as pallbearers are Lee Boyles, Conor Smith, Dillon Peterson, Mike Kendrick, and Ronnie Williams.