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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...

James Arthur Gates

James Arthur Gates

Nov 29, 2023

It is with our utmost, deepest condolences that we announce the passing of James Arthur Gates, 61, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Oddfellows Rest Cemetery in Aberdeen, MS,

Meldia Ann Stewart

Meldia Ann Stewart

Nov 25, 2023

Meldia Ann Stewart, 59, affectionately known as "Millie," has left a profound mark on our hearts and souls. She departed this earthly realm on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Meldia's life began on June 20, 1964, in the city of Aberdeen in Monroe County. Her bright spirit and undeniable charisma blessed everyone...

Julia Ann McKissick

Julia Ann McKissick

Nov 20, 2023

Julia Ann McKissick, 63, born on September 1, 1960, peacefully passed away on November 20, 2023, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was a beloved daughter of the late Shannon Lee McKissick, Sr. and Catherine Knowles. Julia is also preceded in death by five sisters:  Lillie B. Ward, Archie Pearl Griffin, Martha Alice Williams, Earline W. Smith, and...

Diane Jones

Diane Jones

Nov 20, 2023

It is with grand sincerity that we announce the passing of Diane Jones, 66, on Monday, November 20, 2023 at NMMC in Tupelo, MS.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 24, 2023 at 11 am at Mt. Olivet M. B. Church in Aberdeen, MS

Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet M.B. Church Cemetery in Aberdeen, MS

She is...

Julia Terrell

Julia Terrell

Nov 18, 2023

Julia B. (Dobbs) Terrell, 61, beloved wife, sister, and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Aberdeen - Monroe County, Mississippi. She was born on February 24, 1962, in Aberdeen - Monroe County, Mississippi. Julia's warm and compassionate nature touched the lives of many, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Julia was a loving...

Kenneth Tarrel Shields

Kenneth Tarrel Shields

Nov 18, 2023

Kenneth Tarrel Shields, 47, born on November 18, 1976, in  Shuqualak in Noxubee County, Mississippi, passed away on his birthday, Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Aberdeen, Monroe County. He was surrounded by the love of his family and friends during his final moments.Kenneth will be remembered as a loving husband to his wife Dhirushia Latonya Cunningham-Shields. Their bond was strong...

Justin Marion Wofford

Justin Marion Wofford

Nov 17, 2023

Justin Marion Wofford, 42, beloved son, father, and brother, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, in Calhoun City, Mississippi. Born on March 22, 1981, in Grenada County, Mississippi, Justin was a compassionate and vibrant individual who touched the lives of those around him with his kindness and joyous spirit. He leaves behind a grieving family and numerous friends who...

Peypan Marlis Moore

Peypan Marlis Moore

Nov 16, 2023

Peypan Marlis Moore, 31, a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. She was born on August 7, 1992, in Amory, Monroe County, Mississippi. Peypan's passing leaves a deep void in the lives of her loved ones and all those who had the privilege of knowing...

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