James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom

James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom, 67, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. He was born on August 14, 1959, in Aberdeen, Mississippi, and his life remained closely connected to the community where his story began.

Mr. Ransom will be remembered with love by his family and all who knew him. He leaves behind his daughter, Keontae McLeod; his grandchildren, Kristeona McLeod and James McLeod; and his great-grandchild, Carter Paul. He is also survived by his brothers, Warren S. Galloway, Sr., Eddie Moore, Michael McNuckle, and Brian McNuckle. Cherishing his memory as well are the Galloway family: MacKenzie Galloway, Warren S. Galloway III, Madison Galloway, and Makayla Galloway. James is also survived by his loving cousins: Darlisa Williams, Kavillian "Skipper " Ransom, Genann Jones, India Fears, and Sophia Jones, and Chris Walker; nephew, Jonathan "Bear" Moore; and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and his very loyal friend, Frank Riddle, and many other great friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, William McNuckle; his mother, Amanda Ransom-Galloway; his brothers, Robert Earl Ransom, Lee McNuckle, and Lane McNuckle; his sister, Sara McNuckle; and his best friend, Timothy Walker.

Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Belle Memorial Funeral Home, 216 Hwy 25 South, PO Box 129, Aberdeen, Mississippi 39730. Family visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., followed by public visitation from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 1:00 p.m.

May the memory of James "Jimmy" Henry Ransom bring comfort to those who loved him and peace to all who gather to honor his life.