William L. Johnson

 Mr. William  L. Johnson, 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Winston Medical Center.   A graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May 8th, at Mars Hill Cemetery.   Full obituary to follow...

Isla Vale Tabor

 Isla Vale Tabor, 86, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and faithful servant of God, joined her Lord and Savior on April 29, 2026. There is no doubt she is being welcomed into Heaven with the words from Matthew 25:23 - “Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Born Sept. 24,1939, she was the youngest of five raised by their strong and loving mother Katie Mae Finkley. She grew up in the Whitehall community, enjoying the simple things like pond swimming, and playing in the fields with her brothers and sister. She attended and graduated from Louisville High School where she participated in the drama and Bible clubs. During the summer of 1955, she met the love her life Harry Bernard Tabor, Jr., and they married on June 17,1957, at Whitehall Church. Together they built a beautiful life – raising their four children on a foundation of love, faith and service to each other, their church and their community.

Vale was beloved among all those who knew her. With her striking auburn hair, twinkling eyes and kind smile, she exuded warmth to everyone she met and brought a positive energy to everything she did. She was virtuous, selfless and kind with an infectious playful spirit. She chose the challenging career of being a full-time mom and it was a job she relished. Vale made the Tabor house the home where kids and teens wanted to spend their free time, enjoying home-cooked meals and sage advice. She ran the carpools, served on the PTA, proudly and loudly supported her children from the stands and was the Girl Scout and Cub Scout troop leader everyone adored.

She was always up for anything - water skiing, harrowing rollercoasters or killing a snake. Also, she could outlast anyone in the garden or in a competitive game of cards and Scrabble where she was often the victor.

She equally cherished her role as grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was revered for hosting fun sleepovers and endless games of Chutes and Ladders, Go Fish, and tag. She was even spotted playing soccer with her youngest grandson wearing her housecoat. By all accounts, she was a fierce competitor and showed no mercy.

Outside of her family, she devoted her time to Whitehall Church, answering the call to teach Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, help with the annual bazaar and participate in various women’s groups and committees. Her life of service extended to various Louisville civic clubs including more than 45 years – along with her husband – with the Lion’s Club where she served in leadership roles and as president.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Katie Mae Finkley; brothers Earl, Douglas and Victor; and her sister Zenith Williamson. She is survived by her adoring husband of 69 years, Harry Bernard Tabor, Jr., and their four children and their spouses: Tammy and David Morgan; Tim and Tammie Tabor; Debbie and Kevin Arnett; and Terri and Matt Hickey. She will forever be cherished by her 11 grandchildren: Phillip Watson, Laura Kujawa, Anna Claire Morgan, Tyler Tabor, Taryn Jones, Andrew Arnett, Amanda Arnett, Matt Arnett, Stephen Arnett, John Phillip Arnett and Liam Hickey. She will also be fondly remembered by her 13 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 2nd, at Whitehall Church, with Rev. Mike Dowd and Rev. Don Bishop officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 1:30 P.M. until service time at the church. Interment will be in Whitehall Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Carol Stewart Moody

Mrs. Carol Stewart Moody, 86, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at her home in Louisville. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, May 2nd, at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. Stewart Moody and Rev. Johnny Collins officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Porter Funeral Home. Interment will be in Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery. Full obituary for follow...

ZD Haynes

ZD Haynes, 79, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Monday, April 20, 2026 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 11 a.m., from Still Valley M. B. Church, 560 Armstrong Street, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Center Ridge Church Cemetery, 10510 Hwy. 15 South, Louisville, MS 39339. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

ZD, was born February 22, 1947, in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Frank William Haynes and Estellar Holmes Haynes. ZD, was preceded in death by his parents, William and Estellar Haynes; son, Alvin M. Johnson; siblings, Jimmie Ruth, and Jim Henry.

ZD, is survived by his wife, Betty Haynes; sons, Cedric A. Haynes (Tanisha), and Marcos T. Ball (Carmelia); 8 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; siblings, Hattie Pearl (AD), Annie Otis), Kay, Marilyn, Linda Pearl, Glenda Jean, Irene, Kenny (Anita), and Willie Frank (Emma); a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins and other relatives and family.

Collar Lakeisha Wilson

Collar Lakeisha Wilson, 53, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at her home. Funeral Service will be Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Still Valley M. B. Church, 560 Armstrong St., Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Saturday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Collar, was born February 26, 1973, to the parents of Willie Lee Davis and Linda Jean Wilson in Winston County Mississippi.

Collar, was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Lee Davis, Linda Jean Wilson and her step-father, Ronnie Harrington; siblings, Laneisha Harrington and Laronn Harrington.

Collar, is survived by her children, KeShonda Wilson and Frederick Parker (Jasmine) ; 8 grandchildren ; siblings, Tarita Slaughter (Maurice), Tehita Davis, Cameoda Burton (Ellis), Markeos Davis, Lautoria Johnson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and other relatives and friends.

Joleen Marie Carter

 Joleen Marie Carter, 62, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Baptist Medical Hospital, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Joleen, was born February 19, 1964 to the parents of Harold Hall and Pearlie Mae Riddle Hall, in Winston County Mississippi.

Joleen, was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Pearlie Mae; siblings, Francine Jones and Gwen Eichelberger.

Joleen, is survived by; Husband, Leslie Carter;  her  daughter, Ieshia S. Hall; grandchildren, Issac Cockrell, Imani Hall and Ivoree Cockrell; siblings, 4 brothers and 1 sister; aunt, nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Franklin Theratis Davenport

Franklin Theratis Davenport, 69, of Decatur, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at his home. Funeral Service will be Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS., 39339. Visitation will be Sunday, from 12 p.m., until the Funeral Hour. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Franklin was born on September 7, 1956 in Louisville, Mississippi to Marie and James Davenport. He graduated from Louisville High School. He had numerous Musical Degrees from many different colleges. He play for several churches in the surrounding areas. He simply loved music.  He also loved to read and spend time with his family. He was loved by his family and by many friends in the city of Decatur where he resided before his passing.

He was preceded in death by his parents and many siblings.

Franklin leaves behind his siblings, Renae Clay of Columbus, MS, Dixie Davenport, Paula Davenport, Deborah Mitchell (Henry), Melvin Banks, Ernette Banks, and Joshua Davenport (Kristan) all of Louisville, MS; and a host of nieces, nephews, three of which he treated like his own, Reva, Everett, and Kevin Clay; special cousins, Nikisha Calomese, Derrick Ashford, and Lavon Ashford, Jr.; a special friend, Wayne and many other cousins, in-laws, and friends.

Vickie Lajuan Mitchell-Hampton

 Vickie Lajuan Mitchell-Hampton, 61, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, April 18, 2926 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11 a.m., from Mount Sinai M. B. Church, 14945 Hwy. 397, Louisville, MS., 39339. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Mount Sinai Church. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Vickie, was born April 22, 1964 to the parents of Eddie Mitchell and Barbara Jean McQuiller Mitchell in Clay County Mississippi.Vickie, was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie B and Barbara McQuiller-Mitchell.

Vickie, is survived by her husband, Clifford James Hampton; Step Daughter, Asia Childress McFarland (Andrew); siblings, Andre McQuiller, Tracey Demar Mitchell, Sharon Hatcher and Rennita Lynn Mitchell; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and other relatives and family.

John W. “Johnny” Black

John W. “Johnny” Black, 71, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at his home in Louisville, Ms. A graveside service and interment will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 25th, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Johnny was born February 16, 1955, in Louisville, MS, to Bobby Lee and Janice Lynn White Black. He was a 1973 graduate of Winston Academy, and went on to Mississippi State University where he earned a business degree. He was a pilot for Sharp Construction Company for many years. He was also a property manager for his family’s business. He was a lifelong member of Louisville Presbyterian Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandparents, John C. and Sarah Elizabeth Power Black; and E. Edison and Mary Estelle Glenn White.

Johnny is survived by his wife, Kelley Palmer Black of Louisville; two sisters, Beth Black (Kerry) Edwards, and Rhee Black (Glynn) Hankins, both of Louisville; and two brothers, Mike (Debra) Black of Austin, TX, and Stefan (Lori) Black of Louisville, MS, and his nephews, Graham Black of Austin, TX, Sam Hankins of Starkville, MS, Calen Edwards of New Orleans, LA, and Curry Black of Louisville, MS.

Asa Byrd Thomas

 Asa Byrd Thomas left his earthly home on April 20, 2026, to join his beloved wife of 65 years, Mary Ruth in Heaven. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Noxapater, Mississippi, with Bro. Tommy Jones, Bro. Doug Shank, and Bro. Michael Bishop officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the church from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Asa was born June 18, 1939, to Arlene and Tom Hawk Thomas. He lived most of his life in Noxapater where He worked in the timber industry as the owner/operator of a logging operation and a sawmill owner/operator. Later in life, he enjoyed working on the Nanih Waiya Wildlife Management Area. He enjoyed the outdoors and especially loved fishing. Above all, he loved his family and his greatest joy was being “Pa” to the grands and great-grands.

Asa is survived by his children: Jerry Thomas (Tracy Mullins), Jimmy Thomas, Ginger (Larry) Phillipson, James “Chunky” (Sandra) Thomas, and TJ (Melissa) Thomas. One of his greatest joys was being “Pa” to his grandchildren: James Gully (Nadine Kirk), Sam (Kellie) Gully, Brady Thomas, and Chase (Anna) Thomas; as well as his beloved great-grandchildren: Jack Thomas, Elena Thomas, Isaac Thomas, Jackson Gully, Emmett Gully, Gavin Gully, Westyn Gully, Birdie Thomas, Olyn Thomas, Corbin Kirk, Caroline Kirk, and Catie Kirk. He is also survived by two brothers, Charles Thomas and JW Thomas; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jesse Gene and Emily Holton; and a host of other family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth; his grandson, Micheal Thomas, his parents, and his brother, Devon Thomas.

Serving as pallbearers are TJ Thomas, James Gully, Sam Gully, Brady Thomas, Chase Thomas, and Tyler Coward.

Gerald Leo Parker

 Gerald Leo Parker, 81, passed away at his home in Noxapater, Mississippi, on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Visitation will be Thursday, April 23 at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 24 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Damon Williams officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Noxapater Methodist Cemetery in Noxapater.

Leo was born May 19, 1944, to George and Edna Winstead Parker in Philadelphia, Mississippi. He was a member of Louisville First Methodist Church. Leo lived his life in service to others and dedication to his community. For more than four decades, he served as a board member at East Central Community College, beginning in 1980. He also served on the EMEPA Credentials and Elections Committee for three terms. His strong work ethic was evident throughout his careers, from his 15 years at the Spartus Corporation as a draftsman and mold maker machinist to his 26 years of teaching at the Winston Louisville Career & Technical Center, where he shared his knowledge with countless students. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, working in his garden, and spending time in his shop after retirement. Above all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Leo is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Danny Bagwell Parker; and two sons, Kirk (Annette) Parker of Nampa, Idaho, and Gerald (Jane) Parker of Amory, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was being “Grandpa” to his six grandchildren: Jacob (Michelle) Parker, Matthew Parker (Lehi Kafri), Lea (Alex) Blanton, Blake (Katie) Parker, Lesley (Brett) Spencer, and Sam Parker (Bre Harmon); as well as his three great-grandsons: Dayton Parker, Rhett Parker, and Mack Parker; and three great-granddaughters: Macey Jane Parker, Maggie Beth Spencer, and Tatum Parker. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Charles Thomas, and two nephews, Joel Thomas and Jermey Thomas. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Peggy Parker Thomas.

Honorary pallbearers are the men of the J. E. Calloway Sunday School Bible Class at Louisville First Methodist Church, Tommy Hengst, Ernie Moore, Jerry Webb, Sid Massey, Tommy Ellison, and Hap Hickman.

Earnest Lee Marshall

 Earnest Lee Marshall, Jr., 59, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Merit Health River Oaks Hospital, 1030 River Oaks Dr., Flowood, MS. Funeral services will be Saturday April 25, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Unity Outreach Fellowship Church, 642 Day Avenue , Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Mount Sinai Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Earnest, was born February 19, 1967, to the parents of Earnest and Ines Hickman Marshall in Winston County Mississippi.

Earnest, was preceded in death by his parents, Earnest Marshall, Sr., and Ines Jean Marshall; brother, Stanley Marshall; grandparents, Flora White, James White, Woodrow Hickman, Fairy Marshall and John Marshall.

Earnest is survived by his children, Alexis Marshall, Makella Marshall and William Rogers (Karly); bonus children, Mykel Lynch and Christopher Lynch; siblings, Carol Cunningham (Anthony), Wanda Smith (Donny), Sharon Marshall and Exie Washington (Antonio); Fiancee, Yvette Collier; A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. 

Clyde T. Stanley

Clyde T. Stanley, 88, passed away at his home in Louisville, Mississippi, on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 20 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jimmy Dempsey officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in New Hope Cemetery.
Clyde was born May 31, 1937, to Plummer and Stella Thomas Stanley. He was a member of Crystal Ridge Baptist Church. Clyde retired from Taylor Machine Works where he was a mechanic and welder. He enjoyed being outdoors; he especially enjoyed working in his garden and cutting grass.

Clyde is survived by his wife, Virginia Stanley; and four brothers: Julius “Bill” Stanley, Bobby (Edna Mae) Stanley, Jerry (Frances) Stanley, and Archie Stanley. He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Florene Parker, Geneva Stevenson, and Jane White; and his brother, Larry Stanley.

Serving as pallbearers are Brian Stevenson, Braden Stevenson, Lee Brown, Scott Barnhill, Johnny Edwards, and Berlin Roberson.

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.

Andrew Michael Anderson

 Andrew Michael Anderson, 69, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at his home. Graveside service will be Saturday, April 18, 2026  at 1 p. m., from Louisville Memorial Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, April 17, 2026 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Andrew was preceded in death by his parents, Irma Daniels and Ben Daniels; siblings, Dorothy Anderson, Gloria Braggs, Linda Daniels Goss, and Bobby Anderson; Mother-in-law, Lois Jean Harrington.

Survived by his children, Shemika Couch of Georgia, Cornelius Harrington of Mississippi and Manquel Harrington of Georgia; siblings, Leon Daniels and Temekia Pierce (Dion) both of Mississippi and Larry Daniels (Janice) of Texas; (8)  grandchildren, (7) great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, in-laws, cousins, classmates, and friends.

Niles Patterson Autry, Sr.

Mr. Niles Patterson “Pat” Autry, Sr., passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at his home in Louisville, MS. He was born in Ashland, Mississippi on March 11, 1937. He grew up in Ashland where he learned the value of hard work. Pat was a graduate of Ashland High School and attended Mississippi State University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. Along the way, he married his high school sweetheart Margaret Ann Kidd, and they began their life together in Jackson. They moved to Louisville in 1965 and Pat began work with Taylor Machine Works, serving faithfully until his retirement in 1999 when he joined the board of directors. He worked during those same years for Temtco Steel from its beginning in 1973 until his retirement in 2019. Pat accepted Christ as a teenager. He loved the Lord and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, serving in various roles during his years there. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nyleen and Niles Autry and two brothers Bobby Autry and Tommy Autry.

Pat is survived by his wife Margaret Kidd Autry of Louisville; a son, Pat Autry (Sharon) of Sherman, TX; and a daughter, Nancy Autry of Louisville. He was also D-Daddy to three grandchildren Brittlea, Crislynn, and Davis Autry, and two great granddaughters.

The family would like to extend special thanks to all those who have helped care for Dad. They have been such a blessing!

A private family graveside service will be held on Friday, April 17th, at Ashland City Cemetery in Ashland, MS. A memorial service honoring Pat’s life will be held at First Baptist Church of Louisville at noon on May 7th. Visitation will begin at 11am. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Rebecca Thornton Fair Giffin

 Rebecca Thornton Fair Giffin passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 18th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Dr. Bob Schwanebeck and Dr. Heath Cross officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Rebecca “Becky” Giffin was born September 7, 1928, in Thomastown, Mississippi to Clayton Elias Thornton and Blanche Elizabeth Hollingsworth and lived in Kosciusko growing up. She had one younger beloved sister, Mary Lina Thornton Fenwick. She attended schools there and went on to Mississippi College for Women in Columbus, MS where she studied Bookkeeping and Education. She received her bachelor’s degree from “The W” and went on to teach in Louisville, MS where she met and married Frank Love Fair Jr. They had two sons- Frank Love Fair III and William Thornton Fair. After the sudden death of Frank L. Fair Jr. on Sept. 9,1959, Will Fair was born January 12, 1960. He later passed away from Leukemia at the age of 2. Becky later married Dr. Horton Giffin with whom she shared 35 years of marriage. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and was active in Circle, The Belle Arts Club, National Junior Auxiliary in which she served on the National council. She was an avid Bridge player and enjoyed playing in several Louisville clubs. She would not miss her weekly hair appointment and even made it in an ice storm when the electricity was out at her house – she simply took her crockpot of soup to the salon to plug in while getting her hair done!

She will best be remembered for her 1) Love of family ; 2) Good business sense; 3) Strong Opinions; 4) Great party planning, and 5) Wonderful Cooking which included Fried Chicken, Pimiento Cheese, Potato Soup, Fried Quail, Almond Rice, Fruitcake Cookies, Plantation Cake, and Hummingbird Cake . She had no fear of trying new recipes and even surprised herself at finding her own recipes to try again in old cookbooks!

She was a faithful friend, generous, proper, a great lover of shoes! She was not a fan of the internet but did learn to play Solitaire on the computer. She managed her husband’s hunting leases for 35 years, and took pride in never pumping her own gas!

Through many hard challenges in her life, she remained steadfast and resilient and would be the epitome of the phrase: “Keep calm and Carry ON!” She was very artistic and made beautiful needlework pillows, wall hangings, and beaded flowers. Her ability to finish projects was to be admired! She kept a clean house and was always ready for guests. She used her creativity to create a lovely home. She was beloved by her children who admired her and aspired to learn from her example.

She was preceded in death by husbands, Frank L. Fair Jr., Dr. Horton Giffin, Son Will Fair, Step-daughter Phyllis Giffin Hobson, Father Clayton Thornton, Mother Blanche Thornton, Step-Mother Polly Lacey Thornton, and Sister Mary Lina Thornton Fenwick.

She is survived by her son, Frank Love Fair (wife: Frances) Grandchildren: Mary Elizabeth Fair Biddle (Adam Biddle), William Haynes Fair (Anna) Great Grands: Libby Lina Fair, Freddie Love Fair, Lula Augustine Fair; Andrew Frank Fair (Sarah Beth) Great Grands: Bena Frances Fair, and George Love Fair.

Stepsons: Dr. Keith Giffin (Billie Jean) Grandchildren: Paxton Giffin (Brittany) Great Grands: Miller Maxwell Giffin and Molly Marie Giffin; Maggie Giffin Weir (Bowen); Great Grands: Alva Bowen Weir V, Caroline Grace Bowen.

Dr. Larry Giffin (Brenda) Grandchildren: Miller Giffin (Kristen) Great Grands: Heidi Giffin and Dafne Giffin. Lawrence Giffin (Laura) Great Grand: Agnes Giffin. Mali Giffin Glass (Dr. Mitchell Glass) Great Grands: Rivers Glass, Judah Glass, and Bear Glass.

Stepdaughter Phyllis Hobson’s children: Buster Hobson, Wayne Hobson (Pam) Great Grands: Henry Hobson and Jaclyn Hobson.

Drew Hobson and Russell Hobson.

Stepdaughter Renee Giffin Whites (Rob Whites), Grandson – Giffin Whites.

She is also survived by many cousins and friends.

The family offers a special Thank You to Talishua Elmore Clark, Bobbie Nicholson, and Delois Hathorn who were amazing, faithful caregivers through the course of her later years. The family also wishes to thank Jim Butts, Annette Crabtree and family cousins John and Bonnie Fair for their unfailing attention to Becky. It was much appreciated.

“The Memory of the righteous is a blessing..” Proverbs 10:7

Forrest Rowe Foster

 A Celebration of Life service for Forrest Rowe Foster, beloved infant son of Tyler and Kacy Foster, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at Murphy Creek Baptist Church. Full obituary to follow.

Jerry Lamar Chunn

Jerry Lamar Chunn went home to Jesus on April 8, 2026 at age 89. Jerry will be greatly missed. A celebration of life service will be Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Whitehall Church in Louisville, MS, with a fellowship afterwards. Lowndes Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.

Jerry was born to Lucious and Lois Miles Chunn in Louisville, MS. He met his wife, Pauline Burton Chunn, on a blind date while Jerry was on leave. They corresponded through letters for years before marrying on January 4, 1959. They traveled the world as he served in the United States Air Force as Chief Master Sergeant. He also was a Mason and Shriner with the Sam Davis Lodge of Nashville, TN for 60 years. They had two children – Kathy and Michael.

Jerry was known as Dad, Chief, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, and Uncle Jerry to those who knew him. His dedication to serving his country resulted in 30 years of active-duty service along with 10 years of civil service. His example of hard work inspired his daughter, son, and two grandsons to serve in the USAF and USN.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Technical Sergeant Michael Chunn; two brothers, Sam Chunn and Paul Chunn; and two sisters, Shirley Jones and Janice Riley.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Pauline; daughter and son-in-law, Kathy (Retired Senior Master Sergeant, USAF) and Jeff (Retired Master Chief Machinist Mate, Explosive Ordinance Disposal, USN) Crouell; grandchildren, Bryan (Senior Airman, USAF) (Amberly) Chunn, Brandy (Kyle) Yentzer, Jonathon (Jennifer) Chunn, Gerry (Culinary Specialist Submarine, First Class, USN) Wilson, Jeni (Jamie) Gordon, and Austin Crouell; great grandchildren, Levon Chunn, Logan Williams, Anora Yentzer, Atley Chunn, and Tristan Yentzer; sister, Jewel Watkins; and many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Taniesha Hood, Dallas Niswonger, Will Godfrey, Latasha Cunningham, ComForCare, and Baptist Hospice for their tender, loving care of Jerry and bringing laughter during this hard time.

Carl Apperson

Private family service at a later date.

Jermaine Lee Triplett

 Jermaine Lee Triplett, 41, of Louisville, MS., passed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Friday, April 10, 2026 from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Jermaine was born September 18, 1984 to the parents of Gene A. Triplett and Bonzell Rush Triplett in Winston County Mississippi.

Jermaine was preceded in death by his parents, Gene and Bonzell Triplett.

Jermaine is survived by; wife, Ashley Eiland; children, Fantasia Triplett, Bentley Triplett, Alexzandria Eiland, Aiden Eiland and Brady Triplett; 1 grandchild, Emorlynn King; siblings, Angie (Charles) Hughes, Charlene Rush, Dexter (Cat) Rush, Gene (Apryl) Triplett and Alicia Triplett; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Bobbie T. Triplett

 Bobbie T. Triplett, 96, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, at Winston Medical Center Nursing Home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday. April 1 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Michael Wells 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 New Hope Cemetery.

Bobbie was born on November 26, 1929, to C. D. and Mamie Moody Talbert. She was a member of East Louisville Baptist Church. Bobbie loved being outdoors; she especially enjoyed working in her flowers and garden as well as fishing. Above all, she dearly loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Bobbie is survived by two sons, Paul Triplett and Butch Triplett; three grandchildren, Trey Triplett and wife, Melissa; Henry Strickland; and Robert Strickland and wife, Cindy; six great-grandchildren: Odinn Triplett, Freya Triplett, Maria Strickland Shows, James Strickland, Jessica Ronyak and husband, Dennis, and Dustin Bryan; and three great-great-grandchildren: Jayden Shows, Adalynn Shows, and Garry Ronyak. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Triplett; her son, Charlie Triplett; her parents; three sisters; and three brothers.

Serving as pallbearers are Case Fulcher, Corey Vernon, Danny Ward, Johnnie Mitchell, Kevin Gregory, and Trey Triplett. Memorials in honor of Bobbie may be given to New Hope Cemetery Fund, 2515 Raymond Williams Rd, Sturgis, MS 39769.

Estelle Bassett

Private family service at a later date

Darwin R. Harlan

Darwin R. Harlan, age 79, passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his home in Louisville, Mississippi. Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 30 at Memorial Cemetery with Bro. Michael Wells officiating.

Darwin was born on February 12, 1947, to L. E. and Eunice Riddell Harlan. He loved spending time outdoors fishing, tending to his garden, and creating beautiful woodwork and crafts. His hands were always busy, whether shaping a piece of wood or nurturing the plants he cared for. Above all, Darwin dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.

Darwin is survived by his loving wife, Helen Mauer Harlan; his daughter, Samantha Ann Harrell and her husband, Michael, of Louisville; his son Orville E. Harlan of California; and his brother, Sherrill R. Harlan of Louisville, MS. He also leaves behind one grandson, William Henry Harrell, who lovingly called him “PaPoo”; and his nephew, Jason Harlan and wife Jessica. He was preceded in death by his parents and his infant brother.

Lessie “Nita” McAdory

Lessie “Nita” McAdory, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 27, 2026.Beloved wife of Paul for 62 cherished years, Nita was a devoted mother to the late Kenneth Paul, Mike (Amy) McAdory, and Paula (Justin) Dempsey. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Cody (Amanda) McAdory, Kourtney McAdory, Madison (John Forrest) Sisson, and Nicholas (Ellie) Dempsey, and a treasured great-grandmother to Levi, Walker, Annie, Elizabeth, and Olivia.

Nita was a dear sister to Paul Richard Goodin and Ricky (Clara) Goodin, and a loving sister-in-law to Douglas (Gloria) McAdory. She was preceded in death by her siblings Bennie (the late Mary) Goodin, Kat (the late Cecil) Robinson, Bruce (Judy) Goodin, Gene (Lois) Goodin, Patsy (the late Carroll) Perry, and Mary Jane (Homayoun) Soufi. She will be deeply missed by her many nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.

On January 3, 1968, Nita and Paul became the proud owners of Travis Coffee Shop. Nita’s warm smile and natural charm greeted everyone who walked through the door, making each person feel welcome and at home. She was widely loved and respected and served as the backbone of the restaurant for many years.

When she wasn’t hard at work, Nita enjoyed spending time at the casino and playing a good card game, always bringing laughter and joy to those around her.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, April 2 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Ricky Calloway officiating. Visitation for Nita will be Wednesday, April 1 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, Mississippi; as well as Thursday, April 2 from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Mt.Carmel Cemetery in Noxapater, Mississippi.

Serving as pallbearers are Cody McAdory, Nicholas Dempsey, John Forest Sisson, Bennie Goodin, Stan Goodin, Brad Goodin, and Brent McAdory. Honorary Pallbearers are Donald Ray Parker and Bud Maxey. Nita’s legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to family and community will live on in all who knew her.

Leroy Gill

 Leroy Gill, 76, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, March 27, 2026 at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Leroy, was born March 13, 1950 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Hazel Lee Gill and Minnie Mae White Gill.

Leroy was preceded in death by his parents, Hazel Lee and Minnie Mae Gill Smith; siblings,  Zelma L. Jones, Hal Willis Triplett and Edna Earl Gill Parker.

Leroy is survived by; son, Zachery Grady; 6 grandchildren; siblings, Hattie R. Harris (Roger), Edna Pearl Goss and Virginia Haynes; nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

Freddie Lee Davis

 Freddie Lee Davis, 73, of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, March 27, 2026 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be same day of Funeral from 12 noon until the Funeral Hour. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Freddie was born June 16, 1952, to the parents of Vardaman Davis and Karon Culberson in Winston County Mississippi.

Freddie was preceded in death by his parents, Vardaman and Karon; siblings, Willie Davis, Howard Lee Davis, Vard Lee Davis, Linda Billups, Carolyn Lynch and Mary Culberson.

Freddie is survived by his siblings, Keith Culberson and Karen Kirk (Edward); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and family.

William Boyd Thrasher

Mr. William Boyd Thrasher, 72, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at The Carrington in Starkville, MS. Funeral services are incomplete at this time.

Earleen Faye House Crowson

Earleen Faye House Crowson passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS, with her family by her side. Earleen was born on April 5, 1963, to Earl and Doris House in Moweaqua, Illinois. She graduated from the Decatur School of Practical Nursing. She moved to Louisville, MS, in 1983, and shortly thereafter, married Frankie Joe Crowson. Their union produced two sons – Joshua Isaac Crowson and Richad Earl Crowson.

Earleen worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Winston Medical Center Nursing Home for 35 years. She remained an important member of the staff until her medical retirement in 2025. Earleen was a very caring, compassionate nurse who helped countless families of our community in need during her working years. Earleen was a loving grandmother who was thrilled to attend the events of her grandchildren.

Earleen is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Doris House. She is survived by her two sons, Josh (Mary Margaret) and Richard of Louisville, MS; her two grandchildren, Cara and Cayden Crowson of Louisville, MS; sisters, Wini (Chip) Aschenbrenner of Niles, MI, Sandi (Rick) Callison of Moweaqua, IL, and Barb (Andrew) Kemery of Gautier, MS; as well as a host of extended family.

A celebration of life for Earleen is planned for April 18, 2026, at 11 A.M. at South Louisville Baptist Church with Rev. Chris Crowson officiating the service. There will be a visitation one hour prior the the service. 

Maxine Smith Houston,

Mrs. Maxine Smith Houston, 93, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Louisville Healthcare in Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Monday, March 30th, from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M.at Ellison Ridge Baptist Church, with a graveside service to follow at Ellison Ridge Cemetery, with Rev. Michael Wells officiating.  Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 

Maxine was born February 3, 1933, to Nettie and Estol Smith. She graduated from Ellison Ridge High School, and worked with several industries in Winston County, including TRW and Spartus. She was a faithful member of Ellison Ridge Baptist Church. She loved keeping her yard in perfect shape, and enjoyed her friends as she regularly played Dominoes and Bunko.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Olyn Houston; a daughter, Mary Lynn Houston; a sister, Fluorine Smith; and two brothers, Duell Smith and Glendon Smith.

She is survived by four daughters, Roslyn Collins of Trussville, AL, Rebekah Reed of Jacksonville, FL, Ramona Green of Starkville, and Rhonda Hurt of Jacksonville, FL; twelve grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

Memorials in Maxine’s memory may be made to the Ellison Ridge Cemetery Fund, c/o Derek Eaves, P. O. Box 157, Louisville, MS, 39339.

Loisteen Steele Compton

Loisteen Steele  Compton, 70, of Louisville, MS., passed on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at the Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. 

Loisteen was born January 16, 1956 to the parents of Lee William and Idell Steele in Winston County Mississippi.

Loisteen was preceded in death by her parents, Lee William and Idell Steele ; grandson, Troy Harrington, Jr. ; siblings, Christine, Bobbie, Mattie and Curtis.

Loisteen is survived by her children, Stephanie Steele, Kendrick (Stephanie) Steele, Markeye (Sara) Steele and Sundra (Kenyon) Prezzy; 11 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren; siblings, Wilma (Jimmy), Annette, Brunette, Billy Ray (Typhanie) , Sherman and  William Earl (Evelyn); a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

James Russell "Buddy" Butts

Mr. James Russell "Buddy" Butts, 90, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the Mississippi State  Veterans Home in Kosciusko, MS   Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.  

Rolene Young Holley

Rolene Young Holley, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 29 at Campground Church with Bro. Wesley Donald and Bro. Tim Smith 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 Campground Cemetery.

Rolene was born January 23, 1937, to J. T. and Fannie Dewease Young, and lived a life centered around faith, family, and service to others. A lifelong member of Campground Church, Rolene’s faith guided her every step. She was an avid reader—especially of her Bible—and found joy in quiet moments with a good book. She was talented with a needle and thread, enjoyed sewing, and cherished time spent with her family and friends. She lived a life marked by hard work and determination. Over the years, she served her community in many roles, working as a realtor, insurance agent, and telephone operator. Later in life, she returned to school to become a nurse, fulfilling a calling to care for others. Throughout her marriage, she was also the devoted bookkeeper for her husband’s business, supporting him faithfully in all their endeavors.

Rolene is survived by her daughter, Donna Holley Barnett of Carthage, MS; her sister, Artie Jo Dorris of Jackson, MS; and her former daughter-in-law, Wanda Holley. She is also survived by extended family members, Becky Waddell and Wilson Young, who held a special place in her heart. One of her greatest joys was being “Grandmother” to her grandchildren: Zachary Barnett, Dr. Hope Holley Durst (Don), Hamp Holley (Emily), and Sloan Holley, as well as her four great-grandchildren, whom she adored: Mary Hampton Durst, Maggie Durst, Coy Durst, and Hope Douglass Holley. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Leroy Holley; her son, Danny Holley; her parents; and her sister, Wahweece Harrington.

Serving as pallbearers are Alan Young, Craig Swain, Hamp Holley, Sloan Holley, Tim Smith, Wilson Young.

Barbara Fay Suttle

Barbara Fay Suttle, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her home in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 30 in the Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Heath Hillman officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until service time. Interment will immediately follow the service in Louisville Memorial Cemetery.

Fay was born on May 24, 1940, Willie Edward and Tessie Maefoi Martin Baty, and lived a long, love-filled life devoted to her family, her church, and the many people blessed to know her. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, where she found strength and friendship—especially within her beloved Sunday School class. She had a warm and generous spirit that was felt by everyone around her. She loved sewing and crocheting, spent countless happy hours in her kitchen, and was known far and wide for her wonderful cooking. Her Christmas candy was a family favorite, and her homemade biscuits were truly legendary—made with the kind of love only she could give.

Nothing brought Fay more happiness than spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

Fay is survived by her children: Barbara Wood (Tony), Teresa Boydston (David), and Tommy Suttle all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “MawMaw” to her grandchildren: Charles Wood (Misty), D. K. Boydston (Bailey), and Jesse Boydston (Caroline). She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Suttle; her grandson, Thomas Windel Boydstun; her parents; her sisters, Betty Graham and Sue Harpole; and her brothers, Billy Ray Batey and Van Batey.

Serving as pallbearers are Charles Woods, D. K. Boydston, Jesse Boydston, David Boydston, and Tony Wood.

Emma Lou Haynes Triplett Jordan

Emma Lou Haynes Triplett Jordan, 90, of Pittsburg, CA., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Friday, March 6, 2026 at her home in Pittsburg, CA. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11 a.m., from Hopewell United Methodist Church, 7133 Hinze Road, Louisville, Mississippi. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Emma Lou Haynes was the fifth child born to James and Bertha Yarbrough Haynes in Winston County Mississippi.

Emma was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Deacon William Jordan; 5 brothers and 4 sisters.

She leaves to cherish her memory; children, Patricia Ann Triplett, Meridian, MS., Grace Marie Triplett of Louisville, MS., Vanessa Griffin (John, Sr.), of Plant City, FL., Beverly Isom (Henry) and Yalanda Isom both of Holly Springs, MS., and Glynis Hughes (Ivy D) of Pittsburg, CA; 9 grandchildren, John Griffin, Jr., Dwight Triplett, Taurence Isom, Sr., Devlin Triplett, Johnessa Griffin Howard, Keibryan Isom, Joe Isom, Jr., Imani Patrice Triplett and Ivy Glynisha Hughes; sister, Dorothy Haywood of Memphis TN; a host of great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Maybell Ruth Eiland

 Maybell Ruth Eiland, 96, of Louisville, MS. , passed on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2 p. m. , from Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 206 Pleasant Grove Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p. m. , from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Pleasant Grove Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Deanie Reed Luke

 Mrs. Deanie Reed Luke, 90, widow of Bobby Luke, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Beehive Home in Louisville.  Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. 

Eddie Ray Hunt

 Mr. Eddie Ray Hunt  58, of Louisville, MS passed away, Tuesday  March 17, 2026. Visitation will be held on Saturday March 28, 2026 2:00pm to 5:00pm at Taylor's Funeral Home Chapel. There will be no funeral service, there will be cremation. Taylor's Funeral Home of Louisville, MS is entrusted with the arrangements.

Loriene Macon

Loriene Macon, 71, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at the Winston County Medical Center, Louisville, MS. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date by the family. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangement.

Loriene was born April 12, 1954 in Winston County Mississippi.

Loriene is survived by her children; Calvin Macon, Angela (John) Macon, Fredrick (Van) Macon and Anthony Macon; 5 grandchildren, 1 great grand child; brother, Jake Macon; nieces, nephews, and two special nephews, Marquess Ledbetter and Mentral Ledbetter and a host of other relatives and family.

Joseph Hugh Miller

Joseph Hugh Miller, 68, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026 at his home in Noxapater, Mississippi. A private graveside service to celebrate Joseph’s life will be held at a later date.

Joseph was born December 16, 1957, to Joseph and Mary Horton Moreland in Virginia. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. Joseph enjoyed working on small engines and could often be found in his shop building go-carts. He had a love for rock and roll music and spent many hours talking on his CB radios. Above all, he dearly loved his family and the time they spent together.

Joseph is survived by his daughters, Cassey Keen of Noxapater, Mississippi, and Billi Jo Miller Perkins (Thomas), of Forest, Mississippi. One of his greatest joys was his grandchildren: Dalton Keen, Shae Keen, Damien Dudley (Bethany), and Lee Ann Davis; as well as his great-grandchildren, Ollie-Kay Dudley and Jamie Claire Woods. He is also survived by his father, Robert Caines; his sister, Karen Montoya; and his three brothers: John Moreland (Toni), Guy Moreland (Stephanie), and Kevin Moreland. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Billie Joyce Miller; two sisters, Donna Jones and Bobbie Bascomb, and his brother, Shannon Moreland.

Daisy Ruth Ford

Daisy Ruth Ford, 66, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the Baptist Memorial Hospital, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 206 Pleasant Grove Road, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Oliver Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville, MS.

Daisy was born July 23, 1959, in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Henry Ford and Eliza Dell Glenn Ford.

Daisy was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Eliza Ford; siblings, Anita Coleman and Jimmie Ford.

Daisy is survived by; siblings, Johnnie Ford, Howard Ford (Nancy), Bertha Yarbrough (Charles), Marvin Ford, Faye Dotson, Billy Ford (Elgia), Walterine Jones (Sidney), Mary Armstead (Darron), Barbara Courtney (Eddie) and Allen Ford (Pauline); a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Della Hardin

Ms. Della Hardin, 67, of Louisville, MS passed away, Sunday March 15, 2026. Visitation will be held on Saturday 21, 2026 2:00pm to 5:00pm at Taylor's Funeral Home Chapel. There will be no funeral service, there will be cremation. Taylor's Funeral Home of Louisville, MS is entrusted with the arrangements.

Dr. Meagan Amanda Letteri Boykin

Dr. Meagan Amanda Letteri Boykin passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. Visitation will be held at 12:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, March 20, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Louisville, Mississippi (844 S. Columbus Ave., Louisville, MS 39339). Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Louisville.

Meagan was born on February 24, 1987, to Joe and Debbie Letteri in Jackson, Mississippi, and spent her early childhood in Louisville, Mississippi. She later attended Ridgeland High School in Ridgeland, Mississippi, where she met her high school sweetheart, Gunnar Boykin.

Meagan was exceptionally intelligent and worked hard at everything she did, especially academics. She excelled in the classroom and taught swim lessons after school for extra money, though she enjoyed it so much she likely would have done it for free. She spent much of her free time reading and painting, rarely doing anything without Gunnar nearby.

After graduating from Ridgeland High School in 2005, Meagan attended the University of Mississippi, where she met many of her lifelong friends. She was highly involved in campus organizations at Ole Miss, including Omicron Delta Kappa, a national leadership honor society, where she served as Membership Selection Chair. During her sophomore year, she served as a student representative on the Chancellor’s Standing Committee for Instructional Technology and spent three years as an Ole Miss Ambassador. Meagan was especially proud of her time as a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority, where she served in several leadership roles, including Vice President of Finance, Assistant Treasurer, and Madison County Hometown Head.

Meagan Letteri became Meagan Boykin on June 20, 2009, when she and Gunnar were married in Ridgeland, Mississippi, shortly after she earned her first degree from Ole Miss: a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in Biochemistry with a minor in Biology.

The following fall, she entered the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy and earned her second degree in May 2010, a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, cum laude. She was also accepted as a member of the prestigious Rho Chi Society.

Meagan and Gunnar welcomed their firstborn child, a daughter named Julie Scott, in February 2012 while living in Jackson, Mississippi, as Meagan worked toward earning her Doctor of Pharmacy degree — a goal she achieved in 2013 while maintaining a 3.69 GPA.

Meagan and Gunnar later moved to Conway, Arkansas, where she worked at PharMerica’s North Little Rock location for the next ten years, serving five of those years as the location’s Pharmacy Director.

While living in Conway, she and Gunnar welcomed three more children into their family: Max in 2015, Shea in 2019, and Libby in 2024.

Meagan enjoyed life and excelled in many areas, but the role she embraced most fully was being a mother. She was a dedicated and hardworking professional, yet parenting seemed to come naturally to her. She made it look effortless.

Whether it was an afternoon bike ride, backyard water fun in the summer, walking the creek bed looking for frogs in the spring, year round gardening, a random “Mommy and Max Day,” or the nearly nightly movie snuggles on the sofa, Meagan was in her element. Her children were her entire world — her purpose and the thing she looked forward to more than anything else.

Meagan leaves behind many who loved her dearly: her husband of 16 years, Gunnar; daughters Julie Scott and Libby; sons Max and Shea; her brother, Nathan Letteri (Hailea); her mother, Debbie Holbrook (Gene); her uncle, John Letteri; and her grandmother, Melva Letteri. She is also survived by 11 nieces and nephews, most of whom affectionately referred to her as “Cookie” and countless numbers of friends.

Meagan was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Joseph Daniel Letteri; her brother, Joseph Scott Letteri; her grandparents, Elizabeth “Libby” Webb Farish and David Edwin Farish, and Daniel Letteri; and her uncle, James David Farish.

Pallbearers will be Nathan Letteri, Ben Boykin, Dee N. Boykin, Wade Holeman, Sam Richard, G. D. Boykin III, Ryan Krajceck, and Scott Holbrook.

Though Meagan’s accomplishments in academics, career, and leadership were many, the legacy she was most proud of is the family she built and the love she poured into them every single day. Her presence was steady, joyful, and deeply felt by everyone who knew her. While her absence leaves an immeasurable void, the example she set as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend will continue to guide and shape the lives of those who loved her most.

Mercedia Andrews

 Mercedia Andrews, 93, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Jackson-Madison General Hospital, Jackson, Tennessee. Graveside Services will be Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11 a.m., from Little Calvary M. B. Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

She was born November 10, 1932, in Hawthorne, FL., to her biological parents, Willie Parker Williams and Lou Ethel Williams. She was lovingly raised by her maternal aunt and uncle, Belle Andrews and Ben Andrews, who played  an instrumental role in shaping her life. 

She was preceded in death by her; parents, Willie and Lou Ethel Williams; siblings; Lula Mae, Rosa Lee, Bill Jr., Sophora, Preston, Doretha, Trudie Lee and twins Clifford and Lifford; aunt and uncle, Belle Andrews and Ben Andrews.

She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter-in-law, Mary Joyce Andrews; grandchildren, Benjamin Andrews and Charles "Chuck" Andrews; nieces, nephews and a special grand niece, Kimberley Smith, who lovingly assisted and cared for her during her final years.

Mercedia will be remembered for her warm spirit, her strong faith, her love for family and the joy she found in caring for others.

Joan Marie Coleman

 Joan Marie Coleman, 61, of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at her home. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date by the Family. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements. Joan was born January 2, 1965 to the parents of Frank Junior Coleman and Azzie Ree Sims Coleman in Winston County Mississippi.

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Azzie Ree Coleman.

Joan is survived by her siblings, Jessie J. Coleman, Richard Tyrone Coleman, Christopher (Cynthia) Coleman and Frank James (Eria L.) Coleman; nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

Willie Dismuke, Jr.

 Willie Dismuke, Jr., 90, of Canton, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, March 8, 2026 at his home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2 p.m., from Beck Funeral Home, 226 North St., Louisville, MS. 39339. Visitation will be Friday from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Louisville Memorial Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Willie was born July 19, 1935 in Winston County Mississippi to the parents of Willie Dismuke and Henrietta Cooper Dismuke.

Willie leaves to cherish his memories; Wife, Linda Dismuke; children, Stacy Dismuke, Neah Dismuke, Kim Howze, Lakeisha Wolf, Jessica Overstreet and Jeffery Overstreet; grandchildren, Kallion Nicole Dismuke, Rashida Dye, Ross Dye Jr.,  LeRyan Wofe, Jamya Overstreet and Macie Overstreet; sister, Sylvia Christine Hilliard; Bonus daughter, Thomasine Norfleet; 2 nieces, Shuntel Hilliard and Keoka Hilliard, great nieces, 9 great nephews and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and family.

John Murrah Yarbrough

John Murrah Yarbrough, 69, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Noxapater, Mississippi. Graveside services and interment will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 10 at Rocky Hill Cemetery in Louisville, Mississippi, with Tony Sheets officiating.
John was born August 1, 1956, to John Davis and Ruth McNeill Yarbrough in Louisville. He graduated from Nanih Waiya Attendance Center and later East Central Community College. He was a member of Rocky Hill United Methodist Church. After John retired from his career in construction, he enjoyed reading and walking.

John is survived by his sister, Anne Yarbrough Hall and husband, James E. Hall of Madison, Mississippi; as well as his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

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.

Herbert Hope Evans

Mr. Herbert Hope Evans, 85, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at his daughter’s home in Philadelphia, MS, surrounded by his children. Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Pastor Heath Hillman officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m.,at Porter Funeral Home, with the graveside service beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the cemetery. 

Herbert was born on July 19, 1940, in Shreveport, LA, to Derwood Evans and Ima Lee Bridges Sebren. He retired as an independent truck driver after more than seventy years on the road. He was a member of First Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Herbert was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Evans; and three brothers, Bobby Wayne Evans, Eddie Lee Evans, and Ernest Dean Sebren.

Herbert is survived by two daughters, Tracey (Michael) Fulton of Mocksville, NC, and Stephanie (Chris) Cheatham of Philadelphia, MS; a son, Stephen Hope Evans of Dallas, TX; two sisters, Carol Ann Stalnacker of Hayden, AL, and Gail Booker of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren, Garrett (Jessie) Fulton, Leslie (Todd) Early, Cody (Robin) Cheatham, Casea Cheatham, and Cate Cheatham; and eight great-grandchildren, Autumn Fulton, Weston Cheatham, Emma Grace Fulton, Eric Early, Waylon Fulton, Kinsley Cheatham, Connor Early, and Margaret Early.

Pallbearers will be Garrett Fulton, Todd Early, Cody Cheatham, Channing Bucklew, Denny Bucklew, and Jeff Culwell. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Reed, Danny Parks, Cotton Clark, Jimmy Jackson, and Jerry Culwell. 

The family would like to thank Faith Anderson, Cherteele Jones, and everyone at Quality Hospice who was involved in the care of our father. Without your services, this journey would have been much more difficult. We would also like to acknowledge and give our heartfelt thanks to his sitter, Amy Pilgrim, for her love and care. She went beyond her duty to care for him, and we want Amy to know that her care did not go unnoticed. Thank you is not enough for all the care you provided to Dad.