Private family service at a later date
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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.
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
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
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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
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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
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Earleen Faye House Crowson
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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,
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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.
Friday, March 27, 2026
Loisteen Steele Compton
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.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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 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
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Thursday, March 19, 2026
Loriene Macon
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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.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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
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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
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