Eva Clark

Mrs. Eva Hughey Clark, 76, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2021 at Dogwood Cottage at Winston County Nursing Home. Graveside services and interment will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, June 14th, at Memorial Park Cemetery, with Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Visitation will be Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at Porter Funeral Home. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Mrs. Clark was born October 7, 1944, in Ripley, MS. She graduated from Port Gibson High School and cosmetology school in Vicksburg, MS. She and Ralph moved to Louisville in 1967, and Eva worked as a cosmetologist for many years. She was a member of First Methodist Church. Eva was devoted to her family, and was a wonderful grandmother to her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie and Luther Hughey; and a brother, Victor Hughey.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Ralph Clark; a daughter, Kristie Clark Day of Jackson, MS; two sisters, Ima Tivnan of Ripley, MS, and Grape Cain of Port Gibson, MS; a brother, James Hughey of Nashville, TN; and two grandchildren, Ethan Day and Summer Day.

Pallbearers will be Danny Wright, Jamie Cain, Ryan Strawbridge, Victor Rushing, Taylor Rushing, and Colby Rushing.

Memorials may be made to First Methodist Church, P. O. Box 523, Louisville, MS, 39339.

Sarah T. Stephenson

Sarah T. Stephenson, 85, passed away on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at Choctaw County Nursing Center in Ackerman, MS. Sarah was born August 16, 1935, in Calhoun County, MS, to Fate and Minnie(Clark) Taylor. She was a retired business owner in Ackerman, MS.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021, 2:00 p.m., at Ackerman Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Enon Cemetery in Ackerman, MS. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon till service time at the church.

Sarah is survived by 2 sons, Andy(Emmy) Stephenson of Ackerman, MS, Hugh Stephenson, and his fiancé Tracy, of Bossier City, LA; 1 brother, Carl Taylor of Copperas Cove, TX; 6 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.

Sarah is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Stephenson, her parents, 3 sisters, and 5 brothers.

Memorials may be made to Ackerman Baptist Church or French Camp Academy.

Remonia Miller

Mrs. Remonia Miller, 80, of Louisville, MS., passed on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at her home. Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 2 p.m., from Agape M. B. Church, Louisville, MS. Interment will be in the Union Chapel Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements. 

Mrs. Miller, was born on September 29, 1940 to the Parents of George Washington Miller and Catherine Cullens, in Winston County Mississippi. She is survived by her Children: Latoshia Blanks(Robert), Carthage, MS., Carrie Rena Miller, Kelita Nash, and Susan Sams all of Louisville, MS., Jachandra Wilson, of Wesley Chapel, FL. Sister, Mabel Hunter, of Detroit, MI., Grands; Tydon, Miller, LaShawn Miller, Ricco Miller, Reginal Miller, LaKyda Foster, Terrance Foster, Marissa Miller, Zachary Miller and Quashawn Wilson. A host of Great Grands, Nieces, Nephews and other relatives and friends.

Everleen Hudson

Mrs. Everleen Hudson, 80, of New Albany, MS., formerly of Louisville, MS., passed on Sunday, June 6, 2021, at the Baptist Memorial Hospital, New Albany, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 12, 2021, at 1 p.m., from Still Valley M. B. Church, Louisville, MS. 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.

Mrs. Hudson, was born August 2, 1940 to the parents of Marshall Samuel and Marie Hogan in Danville, GA. She is survived by her children, Anthony Grace, Palm Desert, CA., Linda A. Grace, Macon, GA., Jeffery H. Hudson, New Albany, MS., Betty Hudson, Gloria Seymoure, Donnie Hudson, and Constance Hudson all of Chicago, IL., Sisters; Gearloine Hardman and Gwendolyn Samuel, Brother; Zachery Samuel; 14 Grands, Nieces, Nephews and other relatives and friends.

MaeLeighh Reign Hall

MaeLeighh Reign Hall was born and went directly into the arms of heavenly angels on Saturday, June 5, 2021. Born at 37 weeks, she weighed 5 pounds 1.8 ounces and was 19 inches long. Although MaeLeighh never spent any time with us on earth, she was very loved. Our little angel will never be forgotten.

Graveside service will be held June 8, 2021 at 3:00 PM in the Ellison Ridge Church Cemetery. 

Full obituary will follow.

Joseph Craig Campbell

Joseph Craig Campbell, 57, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2021, in Montgomery County, MS. Craig was born October 25, 1963, in Choctaw County, MS, to Albert Leon and Betty(Simpson) Campbell. He was employed by Choctaw County as a Beat 3 maintenance employee.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 7, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at New Haven Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the New Haven Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. till service time at the church.

Craig is survived by his mother, Betty Lou Campbell of Weir, MS; 1 daughter, Macie Claire McDade of Ackerman, MS; 3 brothers, Donald Campbell, Bill Campbell, Albert Edward Campbell, all of Weir, MS; and 1 niece, Bridgette York.

Craig is preceded in death by his father, Albert Leon Campbell.

Caleb Florian Johnson

Caleb Florian Johnson was born and entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, May 24, 2021, in the arms of his parents surrounded by comfort and love. Although he did not open his eyes on earth, it is a great comfort to know that when his eyes opened for the first time, he saw his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Funeral services will be Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel in Louisville, Mississippi, with Taylor Yarbrough officiating. Burial will immediately follow the service at Shiloh Cemetery.

Caleb is survived by his loving parents Sarah Kietzman Johnson and Dr. Scotty Johnson of Hiram, Georgia. Also, Caleb is survived by his grandparents David and Debra Kietzman of Hixson, Tennessee, as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Doye Cecile Johnson (October 9, 1939-August 9, 2012) and Chesley Florian Johnson (March 29, 1935-June 16, 2007).

In lieu of flowers, Sarah and Scott would appreciate donations in Caleb’s name to the organization Journey Through Bereavement (www.journeythroughbereavement.com) who were integral in supporting them following Caleb’s life-limiting diagnosis.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

Norma Algood

Norma Sullivan Algood, 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 6, 2021, at Dogwood Cottage at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 9 at Good Hope Baptist Church with Rev. Jason Gross officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service at Good Hope Cemetery.

Norma was born May 9, 1940, to Marsie Richardson Sullivan and Tilton P. Sullivan, Sr., in Washington County, Mississippi. She was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. She worked for many years at both Spartus Corporation and T. R. W. but her first priority was being mother to her two children, Wallace and Wanda Hatcher. Norma was a devoted caregiver to both of her children as long as she was physically able. She enjoyed singing and gardening but most of her time was spent with her children. Even though her life wasn’t always easy, she remained tenacious and a Christian woman.

Norma is survived by her daughter Wanda Hatcher of Louisville. She is also survived by her siblings: Darlene McCaffrey of Spring, Texas, T. P. Sullivan, Jr. and wife Betty of Louisville, Demetrius Hardy of Preston, Mississippi, Johnnye McMillan of Louisville, Paul David Sullivan and wife Patsy of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Rebecca Bush and husband Thomas, and Timothy Sullivan and wife Cathy all of Louisville. She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Norma was preceded in death by her husband Clifford Algood, her son Wallace Hatcher, her parents, her brother Euvern Sullivan, and three sisters: Dorothy Walker, Delaine Robbins, and Danyce McArthur.

Serving as pallbearers are Marcus Sullivan, Ricky Hardy, Steven McMillan, Christopher Bush, David Sullivan, and Brad Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers are Bobby Walker, Ronnie Walker, James Walker, Jeff Sullivan, John Sullivan, Charlie McMillan, Gary Robbins, David Robbins, Kenny McArthur, Gilbert McCaffrey, Tom Bush, Jr., and Dustin Sullivan. 

Memorials in memory of Norma may be given to Louisville Industries, 738 Old Robinson Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

Norma and her family extend special thanks to the dedicated, caring staff of the Winston Medical Center Nursing Home as well as Quality Hospice in Philadelphia, Mississippi, who loved and cared for her until the end of her life.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

Marshall Hancock

Marshall Hancock, 54, passed away on Friday, June 4, 2021, in St. Vincent Hospital in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Private funeral services and interment will be 6 p.m. Sunday, June 6 in Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Dewayne Kelsey officiating.

Marshall was born March 27, 1967, to Charles W. and Patsy Newton Hancock in Chicago, Illinois. He was self-employed in the Retail Business.

Marshall is survived by his son Isaiah Edmondson, his brother Roger W. Hancock, as well as his niece and nephews: Charles Fulton, Krystal Fulton, and Aydon Hancock. He also leaves behind a special friend, Tonya Tims. Marshall was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Charles Hancock.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

Billy Joe “B. J.” Ray

Billy Joe “B. J.” Ray, 83, passed away on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the Baptist Medical Center - Attala in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Sunday, June 6 at Hinze Baptist Church with Dr. Paul Blanchard officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 12:30 p.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service in Hinze Baptist Church Cemetery.

B. J. was born February 23, 1938, to Cyrus Leach and Georgia Hinze Ray in Winston County, Mississippi. He was a graduate of Lobutcha High School and Mississippi State Trooper school. B. J. faithfully served the residents of Mississippi as a State Trooper for 34 years. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening especially growing watermelons.

B. J. is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Bobbie Nell Ray and three sons: Joseph Ray and wife Evy-An of Flora, Mississippi, Marcus B. Ray of Hinze Community, and Scott Ray and wife Anna of Folsom, Louisiana. One of his greatest joys was being “PaPaw” to his five grandchildren: Chandler Ray, Lauren (Jarrett) Keith, Logan Ray, Dylan Ray, and Alyssa Ray as well as one great-granddaughter Willia-Kayte Keith. B. J. is also survived by his brother Garland Ray and his sister-in-law Iona Ray. He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings: William “Cleo” Ray, Wallace Ray, Jewelene Shumaker, and Hinze Ray.

Memorials in memory of B. J. may be given to Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Development Accounting, 2500 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39216.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

Ruth Pearson

Graveside services and interment for Sybil Ruth Pearson will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 6th at Whitehall Methodist Cemetery with Rev. Rob Faulk and Rev. Lawrence Poole officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 P.M. until 1:45 P.M. at the funeral home. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Sybil Ruth Pearson was born on March 9, 1943 in Somerville, TN to Mary Bell Taylor Henry and Joseph Calvin Henry. She married Clovis Lloyd Pearson at the age 32 on April 19, 1975. They were blissfully married for 24 years. She lived a full life as a wife, mother, private health caregiver and an employee of TRW. She departed this life on Thursday, June 3, 2021 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and her brothers, Lloyd David Henry, Franklin Eugene Henry, Harry Hughon Roberson (Mary Francis), and James Archie Henry.

She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Lynn Fioramonti (Scottie) and Carol Pearson one sister, Christine Perkins (Gary); one brother, Floyd Henry; two sisters-in-law, Ann Henry and Carol Henry; three grandchildren, Brittany Jones (Zach), Brett Fioramonti (Brandi), and Bailey Pearson; three great-grandchildren, Aubree Pearson, Emmory Pearson, and Elijah Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, and special friends.

Larry "Snapper" Gregory

 Mr. David Larry “Snapper” Gregory, 80, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 5th, at Harmony Baptist Church, with Rev. Jerry Lundy and Rev. Chris Vowell officiating. Interment will be in Harmony Baptist Cemetery. There will be no public visitation. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

“Snapper” was born May 15, 1941, in Winston County, MS, to Curtis Alewine Gregory and David Hugh Gregory. He was a member of Harmony Baptist Church. He was a graduate of French Camp Academy, and he retired from Georgia Pacific where he was a shipping supervisor. Mr. Gregory served as a Justice Court Judge for 8 years in District 2, and East Post Constable for 4 years. “Snapper” proudly served his country in the Army National Guard. He also spent some time working for Elvis Presley in Memphis, TN.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Joyce Eubanks, Louise Gregory, and Fay Harville; one brother, John Gregory, and his brothers-in-law, Clyde Eubanks and Jay Harville.

He is survived by his wife, Dianne Quinn Gregory of Louisville; his son, David Scott Gregory of Louisville; his granddaughter, Anna Faith Gregory of Louisville; his grandson, David Jace Perry Gregory of Louisville; one sister, Eleanor Gregory Fordyce of Byhalia, MS; one sister-in-law, Nancy Quinn of Louisville; and brother-in-law, Billy Quinn 0f Louisville.

Pallbearers will be Paul McKinney, Greg Davis, Chris Quinn, Tim Hunt, Chuck Quinn, Jacob Ingram, and Rusty Hanna.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to Sta-Home Hospice, or the Harmony Baptist Cemetery Fund.

Jacqueline Johnson

Jacqueline Johnson, 60, of McCool, Mississippi, passed on Friday, May 28, 2021, at her home. Graveside Service will be Saturday, June 5, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Mount Nebo United Methodist Church Cemetery, McCool, MS. Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. 

Mrs. Johnson was born May 20, 1961, to the Parents of Son Bridges and Earnesteen Johnson in Saint Louis, MO. 

She is survived by, Daughters; Jamesha Johnson and Kalesha Johnson both of McCool, MS., One Grandchild, Siblings; Rena Smith, Gwendolyn Coffey, Micheal Smith and Laura Gibbs all of McCool, MS., Larry Johnson(Helen), of Rochester, NY., and Carl Smith of Starkville, MS. Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and a host of Cousins and other relatives.

Judy Eaves Moore

Judy Eaves Moore, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at the Dogwood Cottage at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Friday, June 4 in the Nowell-Massey Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Michael Wells officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 12:30 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will immediately follow the service at Ellison Ridge Cemetery.

Judy was born September 4, 1943, to Troy and Alice Clay Eaves in Winston County, Mississippi. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Louisville. She held various positions at different businesses but her longest tenure was bookkeeping and secretarial duties along with her husband in their construction business. Judy was faithful to read her Bible each day and she enjoyed shopping; but most of all her favorite activity was spending time with her family.

Judy is survived by her daughters Susan Moody and Shannon Holdiness both of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “MaMaw” to her six grandchildren: Christopher Moody, Dylan Moody, Katie Holdiness, Chelsea Holdiness, Kyle (Holley) Holdiness, and Lizzie Holdiness. Additionally, she also enjoyed her six great-grandchildren: Nich Holdiness, Luke Holdiness, Jacob Moody, Wesley Holdiness, Kylie Brooke Holdiness, and Harper Elaine Peterson. Judy is also survived by her brother Ray Tingle of New Orleans, Louisiana; her sister-in-law Rhonda Tingle, and special cousins Sarah Eaves, Cindy Ward and Shirley White, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry Moody Moore, her parents, her brother Robbie Tingle, her aunt Doris Ward, and her son-in-law Woody Moody.

Serving as pallbearers are Wade Blaine, Robert “Chico” Holdiness, Jamie McMillan, Joseph “Bub” Miller, Johnny Sullivan, and Randy Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers are Jimmy Clardy, Gary Hughes, Joe Johns, Wayne Moody, and E. L. Vowell. Memorials in memory of Judy may be given to Ellison Ridge Church Cemetery Fund, 150 Ellison Ridge Church Road, Louisville, MS 39339.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

James Elbert Goss

James Elbert Goss, 73, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at the Aurora Health & Rehabilitation Center, Columbus, MS. Graveside service will be Monday, May 31, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Center Ridge Church Cemetery, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Sunday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. James, was born June 22, 1947, to the Parents of Pearlie Edwards and David Goss in Louisville, MS.

James leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Michelle Goss Robinson; (5) Grands, Carrie, Michael, and Charmaine Robinson and Aerial and Series Hoskins; (2) Brothers, Lennon Goss and Terry Cummings Goss; (5) Nephews, Freddie Triplett, James Goss, Alexander Goss, Luevon Goss and Terrance Cummings; (6) Nieces, Tony Gale, Marquanda Goss-Davis, Kizzie Carter, Cristie Carter, Tiera Cummings and Mea Cummings and a host of other relatives and friends. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Bonnie Faye Hudson

Bonnie Faye Hudson, 68, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Monday, May 24, 2021, at the Saint Dominic Hospital, Jackson, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, May, 30, 2021 at 11:30 a.m., from Beck Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be Saturday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. She was born to the parents of OD Miller and Mary Lou Riddle Miller on November 26, 1952, in Winston County Mississippi. She is survived by her husband; Willie Hudson, Sisters; Sarah Holland, Mary Rubin, all of Flint, MI., Diannie Grissom, Louisville, MS., Pearlie Johnson (Jerry), Canton, MS., Brothers; Charles Miller (Callie), Johnnie Miller(Cathay), and Terry Miller all of Flint, MI., 9 Grands, 2 Great Grands, Nieces, Nephews, In-Laws, Cousins and other relatives and friends.

Mildred Young Calvert

Mrs. Mildred Calvert, 93, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021, at her home in Louisville. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 1st, at Porter Funeral Home, with Dr. Heath Hillman and Rev. Mark Mayo officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:30 P.M. until service time. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Mildred was born in Neshoba County where she worked as a dental hygienist for Dr. D.P. Jordan until she married Jim Calvert. They resided in Louisville, MS, and she was a wonderful homemaker. To know Mildred was to know a person who loved God unconditionally. She was a person of great faith, a prayer warrior, a wonderful friend and Mother not only to her two children, but to many. Her home was a welcoming haven to anyone. Her doors and heart were always open.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” Calvert; her parents, Mary Elizabeth and James Monroe Young; two sisters, Mary Bane and Maurine Morgan; and three brothers, Simon T. Young, Fulton Young, and J. M. Young.

Mildred is survived by her children, Kim and Jeff McMinn, and David and Jennifer Calvert; her grandchildren, Landon and AJ McMinn, Peyton and David McAdory, Gavin Calvert, and Blake and Brittany McMinn; her great grandchildren, Swayze, Eliza, Kate, Aidan, and Axel McMinn; her nieces, Jan (Jim) Lemcke, Judy (Jerry) Carver, Patty (Dereck) Pace, Kaye (Darwin) Jorden, Lisa (Robert) Hunter and Donna Means; her nephews, Mike Calvert, Speedy (Jamie) Calvert, Thomas Young, Richard (Allison) Young, Barry Young, Joe (Linda) Christian, Fulton (Patricia) Young, Sidney (Deanie) Young, and numerous great nieces, nephews and cousins.

Pallbearers will be Blake McMinn, Landon McMinn, David McAdory, Brian Pace, Brian Brumfield, and John Wright.

Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Lemcke, Fulton Young, Speedy Calvert, Joe Christian, Kevin Price, Steve Quinn, Bob Hudson, Joe Jordan, and Sidney Sloan.

Memorials in Mildred’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Calista Nesbit Pitt

Calista Nesbit Pitt, 75, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 29 at First Apostolic Church of Louisville with Rev. Glynn Barker officiating. Visitation will be the day of the service from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will immediately follow the service at Memorial Cemetery in Louisville.

Calista was born July 16, 1945, to Floyd Ross and Emma Katherine Griffis Nesbit in Durant, Mississippi. She was a member of First Apostolic Church of Louisville. After graduating high school, she attended the University of Mississippi Medical Center graduating with a degree in nursing. For approximately 40 years, she served her community as a nurse at the Winston County Nursing Home. Calista enjoyed crocheting and each grandchild has a blanket made by her loving hands as well as other treasures she made. She was faithful to read and study her Bible daily. Calista also enjoyed cooking for her family for she dearly treasured her family. She loved people and could always find something to laugh about.

Calista is survived by her children: Chelly Phillips and husband James, William “Nes” Pitt, and Christopher “Chris” Pitt all of Louisville. One of her greatest joys was being “MawMaw” to her 13 grandchildren: KaDee Snow, Johnie Snow, Jordan Hailey, Will Pitt, Colby Pitt, Brooklyn Pitt, Kayla Pitt, Gunner Pitt, Cooper Pitt, Jacob Pitt, McKenzie Pitt, Stella Williamson, and Cali Pitt. Additionally, she had seven great-grandchildren: Braxton Miller, Madden Snow, Logan Rhodes, Ryder Wyatt, Collin Snow, Emma June Hailey, and Bentley Jax Hailey. She is also survived by her brother Ross (Kathy) Nesbit of Sartartia, Mississippi, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Calista was preceded in death by her daughter Holly M. Pitt, her parents, her brother Johnnie Nesbit, and her sister-in-law Donna Nesbit Williams.

Serving as pallbearers are Jordan Hailey, Will Pitt, Colby Pitt, Braxton Miller, Gunner Pitt, and Taylor Warren. Honorary pallbearers are Clay Phillips, Madden Snow, Logan Rhodes, Zac Nesbit, and Griff Nesbit.

Services are under the direction of Nowell-Massey Funeral Home, 724 N. Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family by signing the guest register at www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com.

Lester Thomas Swanigan

Lester Thomas Swanigan, 73, of Louisville, MS., passed on Saturday, May 22, 2021, at the Carrington Nursing Center, Starkville, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, May 29, 2021, at 11 a.m., from Lonely Valley CME Church, Louisville, MS., Visitation will be Friday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. 

Mr. Swanigan, was born on May 17, 1948, to the parents of Willie Lee Swanigan and Azzie Ree Triplett Swanigan. 

He was preceded in death by his Mother, Azzie Swanigan and his Step-Mother, Earlean Sherrod Swanigan; son, Shandarill Swanigan, and brother, Willie Swanigan. 

He is survived by: Wife; Mary Alice Swanigan; Father, Willie Lee Swanigan; Son, Lester K. Swanigan, Jacksonville, FL., Daughters; Sherry Searcy of Detroit, MI., and Michelle Harden of Carthage, MS., Sisters; Arlinda Swanigan Edwards(Johnny), Dorothy Johnson(Authur), Crawford, MS., Valerie Swanigan, Evonne Triplett(Jimmy), Toni Spann, Regina Spann; Brothers, Paris Swanigan(Eyvonne), Larry Swanigan(Mary), Carl Swanigan(Rosaland), Jeffery Gleen, James Vaughn, Joel Frazier, Isiah Branch (Leona), a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.Burial will be in the Antioch Cemetery. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.

Geneva Russell

Mrs. Geneva Russell, 84, of Louisville, Mississippi, passed on Friday, May 21, 2021, at her home. Funeral Service will be Friday, May 28, 2021, at 1 p.m., from Agape M. B. Church, Louisville, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, from 4 until 6 p.m., from the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Union Chapel Church Cemetery. 

She was born to the parents of Ned Miller and Bessie Austin Miller on September 24, 1936, in Winston County Mississippi. She is survived by her children: Ruby Jean Perry and Jimmy C. Miller both of Louisville, MS. Brother, Joseph Miller of Louisville, MS., a host of Grands and great grands, nieces, nephews and other cousins and friends. Beck Funeral Home of Louisville in charge of arrangements.