OBITUARIES

Jimmie Joe Bradford

Jimmie Joe Bradford

Jan 1, 2024

Jimmie Joe Bradford, 78, a loving husband, dedicated father, and esteemed member of the United States Marine Corps, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 1, 2024, at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He was born on November 24, 1945, in Athens - Monroe County, MS, to his proud parents Joe and Roseanna Bradford.With great sadness, we the loss...

Rosie Lee Thomas

Rosie Lee Thomas

Dec 30, 2023

Rosie Lee Thomas, 86, born on November 15,1937, in Lee, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Pontotoc Health & Rehabilitation Center in Pontotoc, MS. Rosie was a cherished daughter of Will and Mary Thomas. She grew up alongside her sisters Bertha Scott and Lizzie Cherry Dandridge, as well as her brothers Willie B. Thomas, A.C....

Earl V. Hoskins

Earl V. Hoskins

Dec 26, 2023

Earl V. Hoskins, 73, born on September 16, 1950, in Aberdeen - Monroe County, MS, has sadly passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, in New York, NY. He is preceded in death by his late father George Hoskins and late mother Elizabeth Sykes.Earl led a remarkable life filled with cherished moments and touched the lives of many around him....

Govner Herbert Thomas

Govner Herbert Thomas

Dec 26, 2023

Govner Herbert Thomas, 96, a beloved member of the Aberdeen community peacefully passed away on Tuesday,  December 26, 2023, at Baptist Memorial Hospital - GT in Columbus, Mississippi. He was born on February 6, 1927, in Hamilton - Monroe County - Mississippi to his parents, the late Jim Thomas and the late Nancy Danner.Throughout his life, Govner had established himself as...

Ruby Virginia Moore

Ruby Virginia Moore

Dec 25, 2023

Ruby Virginia Moore, 82, beloved daughter of the late Alvin Davidson and the late Ruby J. Jones, peacefully passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023, at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. She was born on April 7, 1941, in Vardaman, Chickasaw County, MS. Ruby's family and friends are deeply saddened by her departure from this world.Ruby's life will be...

Frederick Arness Spencer

Frederick Arness Spencer

Dec 24, 2023

Frederick Arness Spencer, 51, born on May 22, 1972, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS, departed this world on Sunday, December 24, 2023, in Smithville, MS. He was a man of many dimensions who left an indelible mark on the lives he touched.A loving son, Frederick was the cherished child of Frank D. Spencer and Emma Louise Gilleylen. They...

Walter Dean Patrick

Walter Dean Patrick

Dec 22, 2023

Walter Dean Patrick, 74, a beloved member of the Houston community passed away peacefully on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the New Albany Health and Rehabilitation Center in New Albany, MS. He was born on March 24, 1949, in Mississippi, Walter was the cherished son of the late Otto Patrick (Father) and  the late Odessa Boyd-Patrick (Mother).Walter lived a life...

Ophelia Williams

Ophelia Williams

Dec 21, 2023

Ophelia Williams, 72, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the Sanctuary Hospice House in Tupelo, MS. She was born on February 11, 1951, in Chickasaw County, Mississippi.Ophelia's life was a testament to love and compassion. She dedicated herself to raising her three sons, Marcus Williams, Michael Williams, and Jeffrey Williams. Ophelia's unwavering...

Earnest Woodard, Jr.

Earnest Woodard, Jr.

Dec 21, 2023

It is with our most-deepest, sincere condolences that we announce the passing of Earnest Woodard, Jr., 77, on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at Baptist Memorial Hospital - North MS in Oxford, MS.

Funeral Services will be on Wednesday Dec. 27, 2023- 12 noon at Oak Grove MB Church in Derma, MS.

Visitation will be on Wed. Dec. 27,...

Earnest "Hershey" Lenoir

Earnest "Hershey" Lenoir

Dec 17, 2023

Earnest  "Hershey" Lenoir, 91, born on September 27, 1932, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS, has departed from this earthly realm on Sunday, December 17, 2023. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of a remarkable soul whose presence graced the lives of many. Earnest's remarkable journey has left an indelible mark on our hearts and will forever be...

Anthony Darnay Sykes

Anthony Darnay Sykes

Dec 16, 2023

Anthony Darnay Sykes, 52,  beloved son, husband, brother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at North MS Medical Center in West Point, MS. He was born on February 22, 1971, in West Point - Clay County - MS to Robert E. Sykes, Jr. (Father) and Ollie Manning (Mother).Anthony was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of...

Derek Earl Johnson

Derek Earl Johnson

Dec 15, 2023

Derek Earl Johnson, 51, born on October 3, 1972, in Monroe County, MS, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS. He was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to a remarkable individual who left an indelible mark on the lives he touched.Derek's life will be...

Gerome Conway

Gerome Conway

Dec 12, 2023

Gerome Conway, 68, born on July 21, 1955, in West Point - Clay County, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at the Care Center of Aberdeen in Aberdeen, Mississippi. Gerome was a cherished son of the late Arnell Conway and Pearl Green Samuel. He brought immense joy and happiness to their lives. He is preceded in death by...

Lemon "JunePot" Young, Jr.

Lemon "JunePot" Young, Jr.

Dec 12, 2023

Lemon "JunePot" Young, Jr., 86, known to his loved ones as "JunePot". He made his transition on December 12, 2023, in Deatsville, Elmore County, Alabama.Born on February 21, 1937, in the small town of Una, Mississippi, Lemon was the beloved son of the late Lemon Young, Sr. and Josephine Ivy.  Lemon was also preceded in death by his wife, Christine...

Paul Samuel Peters, III

Paul Samuel Peters, III

Dec 10, 2023

Deacon Paul Samuel Peters III, 72, lovingly known as Paul, peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, MS. He was a devoted family man, a proud United States Air Force Veteran, and a talented A & B Operator at Kerr McGee [Tronox] until his retirement. Born on April 11, 1951, in Nashville - Davidson...

L. C. "Jack" Betts

L. C. "Jack" Betts

Dec 6, 2023

L. C. "Jack"Betts, 90, a beloved member of the Aberdeen community, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in Aberdeen, MS. He was born on December 4, 1933, in Aberdeen - Monroe County - MS, to his late father, Ollie Betts and mother, Icy Bell Turnipseed.L. C. Betts was a proud father to Robert Muhammad and Jeffery Jones, his loving...

Leviathan O'neal "Kang" Troope

Leviathan O'neal "Kang" Troope

Dec 5, 2023

Leviathan O'neal "Kang" Troope, 29, known to his friends and family as a kind and vibrant soul, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 in Aberdeen, MS. He was born on October 24, 1994, in Amory - Monroe County, Mississippi.Leviathan will be remembered for his loving nature, his magnetic personality, and his zest for life. He had a way of...

Mary Delois Morgan

Mary Delois Morgan

Dec 5, 2023

Mary Delois Morgan, 55, a beloved daughter, mother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Diversicare of Amory in Amory, MS. She was born on August 30, 1968, in Amory - Monroe County - MS. Mary will always be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love for her family and friends.Mary leaves behind a legacy of...

Jackie Drake - Smith

Jackie Drake - Smith

Dec 4, 2023

Jackie Drake - Smith, 63, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on December 4, 2023 in Okolona, Chickasaw County, MS. She was born on November 22, 1960, in Prairie, Monroe County, MS.Jackie was a warm and compassionate person who touched the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her kind heart and infectious smile brought...

Timothy Demelvin Coleman

Timothy Demelvin Coleman

Nov 30, 2023

Timothy Demelvin Coleman, 62, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen, MS. He was born on November 30, 1961, in Chicago - Cook County - Illinois.Timothy was a remarkable individual known for his kind heart and unwavering commitment to his loved ones. He was a loving father to...