Sunday, September 15, 2024
Sylvia Ann Porter Moreland
Funeral services will be held at Ackerman Baptist Church in Ackerman, MS on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM with Dr. Danny Irvin and Dr. Wayne McLeod officiating. Burial will follow at Enon Cemetery in Ackerman, MS. Visitation will be held prior to service time from 1:00 PM –2:00 PM at Ackerman Baptist Church in Ackerman, MS. Pallbearers will be Terry Bellew, Benny Weeks, Benny Graves, Ben Tharp, Eric Chambers, and Randy Craft with special recognition to Sylvia’s Sunday School Class.
Sylvia is survived by her brother, Don Porter of Ackerman/Jackson, MS, and her sister, Rose Mary Porter of Jackson, MS.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Homer Shafner and Gladys (McBrayer) Porter, and her son, William Todd Moreland.
Memorials may be made to Ackerman Baptist Church in Ackerman, MS or to a charity of your choice.
Friday, September 13, 2024
John Tranum
Johnny was born May 22, 1947, to John and Carolyn Woodruff Tranum in Louisville. He was a 1965 graduate of Louisville High School, where he excelled in basketball. Johnny attended Mississippi State University for four years. For more than 20 years, he owned and operated Tranum Salvage Company. He then owned and operated John R. Tranum Parking Lot Striping Company. He answered the call of his country by serving two years in the United States Army in Germany.
Johnny is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gail Bianchi Tranum; his sons, John Robert Tranum, Jr., and Justin David Tranum all of Louisville; daughters, Mary Clare Tranum Ross (James) of Slidell, Louisiana; and Janet Carolyn Tranum (Jeremiah) of Oxford, Mississippi. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Carolyn Mitchell; brother, Paul Tranum (Judy); sister-in-law, Diane Bianchi Gray; and brothers-in-law, John Bianchi, Joel Bianchi (Tracy), and Bill Bianchi; as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers-in-law, Leland Mitchell, Jim Bianchi, and David Bianchi.
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.
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Clovis Ray Chancellor
Clovis was born December 27, 1952, in Louisville, MS. He was retired from Tyson Foods. He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Ivory Mayo Chancellor; a sister, Gloria June Chancellor; and a brother, Charles William Chancellor.
He is survived by his sister, Sharon Bailey of Louisville, MS; two nieces, and eight great nieces and nephews. Memorials in Clovis’ memory may be made to the American Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Linda Flake Keene
Linda was born October 27, 1948, to Tommie C. and Patsy Triplett Flake in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a lifetime member of Zion Chapel Pentecostal Church. Linda loved to travel and did not like for any family members to travel without her! This summer she was able to travel to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and enjoy another mountain trip and to the beach; both trips she thoroughly enjoyed with her family. Linda enjoyed cooking and feeding others. Linda dearly loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them; especially her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.
Linda is survived by her children, Michelle (Scott) Barnhill and Danny (Cyndi) Keene all of Louisville, Mississippi. One of her greatest joys was being “Mamaw” to her grandchildren: Trent Barnhill, Turner (Hannah) Barnhill, Dakota Lynn (Austin) Foster, and Stephanie Tennyson. She dearly loved her eight great-grandchildren: Harlynn Rae, Alayna Ellen, and Emma Jean Barnhill; Remington Hayes and Ryleigh Belle Foster; Esmee Tennyson; David Levi (Madelyn) Tennyson, II; and Devon Lamar Tennyson; and her two great-great-grandchildren, Piper Faye and Walker Creed Tennyson. Linda is also survived by three sisters, Jewel Flake, Marilyn (Stevie) Breazeale, and Carolyn Butler; as well as her nephews, Steven and Eric Breazeale, other family members, and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Gurr Wylie Keene; grandson, David Levi Tennyson; her parents; brother, Tommie Cleveland Flake, Jr.; and brother-in-law, Bro. Bobby Joe Butler.
Serving as pallbearers are Eric Breazeale, Steven Breazeale, David Tennyson, II, Scott Eaves, Austin Foster, and Kevin Motley. Memorials in honor of Linda may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at stjude.org.
Howard Lincoln Triplett
Howard was born February 22, 1949 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of John Henry Triplett and Ollie Kelly Triplett.
Howard is survived by; Wife, Linda Marie Triplett; children; Howard Lincoln Triplett, Jr. and Ashley Marie Triplett; grand child, Alanna Marie Triplett; sister; Bertha Newton; nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Rev. Charlie Wesley Doss
Funeral service will be Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at 11 a.m., from Mount Olive Bethany Harmony District Bldg. , 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.
Rev. Doss is survived by; children, Timothy (Carolyn Presley) Doss, Martha Ann Doss Carter, Tyrone (Ruth) Doss and Linda Creecy;
Siblings, Nancy(Howard) Ford, Glennie Bernice Doss (Tommy) Eiland, Larry (Ophelia) Doss, Kendrick (Caladra) Doss and Delinda (Anthony) Legemah; 12 grands, 4 great grands, nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.
Robert "Bo" Jones
Bo is survived by his “boys”, Bro. Bert (Holly) Jones and Grant Jones all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “PawPaw” to his grandchildren: Peyton (Kenzie) Jones; Cheston (Chynna-Jewelles Carr) Jones; Brady (Mattie) Jones; and Kyle (Kayla) Jones. He also dearly loved his great-grandchildren: Bode Jones, Joah Jones, Selah Jones, Ryklin Jones, and Estee Claire Jones. He is also survived by his siblings: Alton Jones, Mike Jones, Rita Jones King, Billy Jones, Gerald Jones, Randy Jones, Doug Jones, and Janice Jones Raby, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Bo was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Donald Jones.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Junior Bell, Rufus Boswell, Kenny Coker, Kam Fulton, Bill Jones, Dylan Lovern, Douglas Lovern, Orborn Lovern, Danny Richardson, Caleb Warren, Phil Wheeler. Memorials in honor of Bo may be given to Macedonia Revival Center Building Fund, c/o Deirdre Manning, 10751 Road 826, Philadelphia, MS 39350.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.
Saturday, September 7, 2024
William Frasier
William was born August 13, 1930, to Will and Lora Roby Frasier in Leake County, Mississippi. He was a devoted pastor who served various Assembly of God churches around Mississippi for 69 years, with his dedicated wife by his side. For many years, William also owned Frasier Pest Control, which served Winston County and the surrounding areas. He was known for his “green thumb” abilities; he loved gardening and sharing what he grew with the community. He also enjoyed working in his flowers.
William is survived by his children: Gail (Ray) Uhrich of Jacksonville, Arkansas; Kay Ming; Jan (Robert) Lowery all of Louisville; and daughter-in-law, Joyce Frasier of Waynesboro, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPaw Bud” to his grandchildren: Heath (Amber) Barnette, Jarrod (Crystal) Frasier, Kyle (Lacie) Frasier, Alison (Matt) Woods, Jonathan (Jennifer) Lowery, and Caden Lowery; and to his bonus grandchildren: Angie Springer, Charles (Cristina) Ming, Linda Ming, and Kim (George) Haydu. He also dearly loved his great-grandchildren: Dylan (Madisin) Barnette, Lakeyn Barnette, Drake Frasier, Grant Frasier, Landon Frasier, Londyn Frasier, Mason Woods, Mary Morgan Woods, Maggie Mae Woods, Miles Woods, and Ellie Lowery, and was looking forward to the arrival of another great-grandson; and his great-great-granddaughter, Annaleigh Kate Barnette, as well as a host of loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. William was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Ernestine Frasier; son, Anthony Frasier; granddaughter, Amy Marie Frasier; son-in-law, Charles Ming; bonus grandson, Doug Ming; his parents; and his siblings: Katherine Odom, Sarah Lamb, Paul Frasier, and Juanita Lamb.
Serving as pallbearers are Heath Barnette, Jarrod Frasier, Kyle Frasier, Jonathan Lowery, Caden Lowery, and Matt Woods. Honorary pallbearers are Dylan Barnette, Drake Frasier, Grant Frasier, Landon Frasier, and Alison Lowery Woods. Memorials in honor of William may be given to the Shiloh Methodist Protestant Cemetery Fund, c/o Peggy Johnson, 29 Shiloh Road, Sallis, MS 39160.
The Frasier family would like to thank Melba Reed and the staff of BeeHive Homes, along with his devoted caregivers, Jessie, KeKe, Hazel, and Rita, for the compassionate care provided to our father.
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Trichia Cierra Jernigan
Trichia, is survived by; parents, Barbara A (Charlie) Gladney and Roy (Maxine) Eichelberger; siblings, Marcus (Domonique) Jernigan, Jamison Eichelberger, Demario Eichelberger, Daniel Eichelberger, Candance Joy Gladney, Steven C. Gladney; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Freddie Triplett
Freddie Triplett, 47, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at his home. Funeral Service will be Friday, September 6, 2024 at 1 p.m. from the Mount Olive Bethel Harmony District Bldg., 521 Armstrong St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Freddie, was born to the parents of Garry Triplett and Polly Ann Graham on April 21, 1977 in Cook County Illinois.
Freddie is survived by; children, Claretavious (Jieasha), Miller Talyrica Triplett, Trelaydra Triplett, Santetia Triplett, Tredavis Moore and Zeke Triplett; grandchildren; Zaria Triplett, Aiden Triplett and Zaloni Green; siblings; Nonerie Triplett, Garry (Demetria) Triplett, Theodore Lyon, Thomas Lyon and Clayton Lyon; nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and family.
Verlean Dawkins
Verlean was born to the parents of George Hawthorne and Nora B Haynes Hawthorne on August 4, 1949 in Winston County Mississippi.
Mrs. Dawkins was preceded in death by; parents, husband, Edgar Lee (Sam) Dawkins; daughter, Mary Alice; son, Larry Dawkins; sister; Dianne Hawthorne.
She is survived by ; children; Gloria Ann (David) Hord, Jerry Lee (Kathleen) Hawthorne, Kendreick (Brandy) Dawkins, Lorraine (Kearny) Combs, Evelyn (Ronnie) Dodd, Dewayne Dawkins and Aaron (Sandra) Dawkins; siblings, Margret Tucker, John L. (Emma) Hawthorne, Lueretha Glass, Frances (Robert) Hannah, Leroy Hawthorne, Howard Hawthorne, Robert Hawthorne, Aaron Tyrone Hawthorne and Rosie Carter; 10 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relative and friends.
Belinda Turner
Belinda, was preceded in death by; parents, spouse, son, and two sisters.
Belinda, is survived by; children, Twyla Turner and Cornelius (Jasmine) Turner; grandchildren, Amyra Turner, Jaheim Turner and Ayden Williams; siblings, Helen (Eddie) Shell, Irene Smith, Lee Ann (Fred) Miller and Curtis Miller; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.
Monday, September 2, 2024
David Wylie
David is survived by his wife, Beverly Wylie; and his children: Chris (Jennifer) Wylie; Patrick Wylie; and Christy Wylie (Phillip White) all of Louisville. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPaw” to his five grandchildren: Ayla Wylie; Chris Wylie, II; Wyatt Wylie; Joey White and Tommy White. He is also survived by his mother, Barbara Massie Wylie of Memphis, Tennessee; his brother, Douglas (Teresa) Wylie of Mountain View, Arkansas; and two sisters, Cindy Wylie and Sam Wylie both of Bartlett, Tennessee. David also leaves behind his loving nieces, nephews, other family members, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Gordon Wylie.
Memorials in honor of David may be given to Massey Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses.
Services are under the direction of Massey Funeral Home, 724 North Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS.
Susan Yvonne (Sullivan) Campbell
Memorials may be made to Kolola Springs Baptist Church in Columbus, MS.
Linda S. Sanders
Texarkana, TX. She was 77 years old and was retired from retail sales.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Bradley, MS. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time beginning at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Mike Sanders will be officiating.
Linda is survived by one daughter, Suzanne (Brad) Creely of Sturgis, MS; one son, Charles “Chuck” Sanders of Memphis, TN; one brother James Milton Goodwin of Dallas, TX; 4 grandchildren, Lainey E. Sanders, Zack T. Creely, Chase L. Sanders, and Alissa L. Creely; 1 great-grandchild, Ryleigh E. Sanders.
He was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy G. Sanders; and her parents.
Memorials may be made to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Bradley, MS.
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Iva Mae Jennings Yarbrough
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Rev. James M. Yarbrough, her parents, three brothers, William Haywood Jennings, Kermit Clifton "Tensie" Jennings, Clint Jennings, and two sisters, Jewel Earl Sanders, and Charlotte Faye McFarland.
Mae had no greater joy than to know that her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren are walking in the truth as children of God. She was a loving mother to a son, Perry (Barbara) Yarbrough of Louisville; three daughters, Jan (Larry) Addkison of Louisville, Pam (Derick) Metts of Starkville, and Penny (Evan) Llewelyn of Louisville; and a loving grandmother to seven grandchildren, Molly (Will) Taylor, Andrew (Meagan) Addkison, Chris (Amanda) Robinson, Jessica (Chad) Phillips, Caleb Metts, Landis (Josiah) Ledford, and Evan James Llewelyn; and loving great- grandmother to thirteen great-grandchildren, Maeley Taylor, Maggie Taylor, Connor Robinson, Emma Robinson, Lawson Robinson, Avalynn Robinson, Allie Phillips, Aubrey Phillips, Grayson Phillips, Hattie Metts, Will Metts, Anne Baker Metts and Sara Jean Metts, and eagerly anticipating the arrival of her fourteenth, Baby Ledford.
A woman of deep faith, Mae was a member of Gum Branch Baptist Church whose members held a special place in her heart. Her unwavering belief in God was evident in every aspect of her life. With a servant heart, for near three decades she brought joy to the many residents at Tri-County Nursing Home in the role of Activities Director. Going beyond that role, she ensured all residents were filled with joy and happiness. She will be remembered for her strength, beautiful hair, warm and welcoming smile, fun-loving spirit, compassionate heart, and her all-encompassing love for her family. Her legacy of faith, love, and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew and loved her.
Serving as Pallbearers are Caleb Metts, Andrew Addkison, Chris Robinson, Evan James Llewelyn, Connor Robinson, Chad Phillips, Will Taylor and Josiah Ledford.
A celebration of Mae's life will be held at Porter Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, September 2nd at 3:00 P.M., with Rev. Junior Davis and Rev. Jonathan Peeples officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Gum Branch Baptist Church in her memory.
Carol C. Mitchell
Carol was born June 14, 1942, to Robert L. and Ava Merle Boyles Cunningham. She graduated from Louisville High School and MSCW with a degree in Home Economics. Carol was employed by the Louisville school system as a teacher of 8th grade science. She was also employed by Lamar Life Insurance Company.
Carol was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She was a catechist for the young and was a member of the RCIA team. She also served on the diocesan Commission: Women in the Church and Society. She served on an advisory board to the bishop William Houck. She served as a lector and Eucharistic minister. She and her husband, John, were joined in the Sacrament of Matrimony at Sacred Heart in 1963. Carol enjoyed painting and playing bridge with her many friends.
Carol was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Lynn & Donna Cunningham, a brother, Larry Cunningham, and by her daughter-in-law, Kelly Mitchell.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, John Mitchell; her four sons, David (Carmen) Mitchell, Mark (Luann) Mitchell, Stephen (Amy) Mitchell, and Matthew (Jenna) Mitchell; twelve grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Austin Hill, Bryce Mitchell, Colby Mitchell, Cade Mitchell, Jack T. Mitchell, and Kristopher Fisher, all grandchildren of Carol.
The family would like to thank Shirley Jackson, Emma Beck, Mary Ann White, Sharon Casey, and Vernell Coleman for their faithful service to Carol and her family.
Memorials in Carol’s memory may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, or any charity of your choice.