OBITUARIES

Dec 1, 2025

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Nov 29, 2025

Magnolia Miller Purvis

“It is with deep reverence and heavy hearts that we celebrate the life and legacy of our beloved Magnolia Miller Purvis,

a devoted mother, sister, church member, and community servant. Magnolia transitioned to her external rest on

Saturday, November 29, 2025, in her daughter’s home in Clinton, MS, leaving behind a legacy of love that will forever

be in the hearts...

Nov 27, 2025

Robert Lee McNeil, affectionately known as "Skibo," was born on March 15, 1952, in Porterville, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, at his residence located at 727 Shoreline Drive in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Robert lived a life that many will remember fondly, encompassing both hard work and a love for family.

A logger by profession, Robert dedicated many...

Nov 19, 2025

Mrs. Laverne Washington, daughter of the late Mr. Tommie Johnson

and Essie Lou Carpenter Johnson was the last of four children, born

on January 23, 1958.

She confessed to Christ early in life and joined the Smith Chapel M.B.

Church under the leadership of Rev. Charles T. Simmons.

Laverne departed this life, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at St.

Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. She was preceded...

Nov 19, 2025

Leola Anderson, best known as “Pee Wee” was born on

September 2, 1955, to the late Ella Ree Williams Anderson

and Tom Allen Anderson in Warren County.

Leola accepted Christ as her personal saviour at the age of

twelve, where she joined Pleasant Valley M.B. Church under

The leadership of the late Rev. James A. Miller.

Leola attended Warren County School District, where she

graduated in 1974.

Leola...

Nov 17, 2025

O’Shean Dekata Fields

With hearts filled with love and sorrow, we celebrate the life of O’Shean Dakata Fields, a bright and joyful little boy who brought warmth and light to everyone around him. Born on April 18, 2020, O’Shean filled his five years with laughter, curiosity, and a spirit that touched every heart he met.

O’Shean loved playing Roblox, watching his favorite...

Nov 15, 2025

L.C. “Trai” Gibson III, known to many as “Baby-Boy,” was born on

September 6, 1996, to the proud parents, Mapiel Holmes-Martinez and

L.C. Gibson Jr. peacefully departed this life on November 15, 2025.

in Jacksonville, Florida.

Trai received his early education in Lexington, MS, and graduated

from Holmes County Central High School in 2015. He relocated to

Jacksonville, FL, in 2016, and began a career as...

Nov 14, 2025

Osborn Henderson, affectionately known as "Baby," was born on March

5, 1962, in Eden, Mississippi, to the late Osborn Clark and Lula Henderson.

God called Osborn home on Friday, November 14, 2025, from his residence

in Omaha, Nebraska.

Osborn spent his early years in Mississippi before relocating, beginning his

education at Newberry Elementary and later attending Waller High School

in Chicago. He was a man of...

Nov 11, 2025

Henry Lee “Guice” Bryant

“To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose

under heaven.” ~ Ecclesiastes 3:1

Henry Lee Bryant passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at

Humphrey County Nursing Home.

Henry Lee Bryant was born on January 18, 1960, to Lillie Bryant and Henry

Lee Guice.

Henry Bryant was preceded in death by his father, Henry Lee Guice; two

sisters: Betty Bauley...

Oct 31, 2025

Dortha Jean Brown Cox was born on February 25, 1955, in Greenwood, Mississippi, the first of seven

children born to Ivory and Mary Brown. She accepted Christ at an early age and attended Greenwood Pub-

lic Schools, where she excelled academically and showed an early love for learning.

While attending McLaurin/McNeese Elementary School, Dortha’s outstanding academic achievements led

her to participate in school plays....

Oct 26, 2025

Gennette was a bright and beautiful soul who was born on August 6, 1960, in Yazoo City, Mississippi. A vibrant and loving daughter to the late Mary Virginia Spires-Braden and Thomas “Kid” Spencer. At two years old Gennette was raised by her sister and brother-in-law, Pearlie Mae Cleveland and Jeff Slater. At an early age, Gennette accepted Christ as her...

Oct 21, 2025

Ammie Lee Williams, affectionately known as Ammie Lee Suttlar Williams, departed this life on October 21, 2025, at the Green House in Yazoo City, Mississippi. Born on February 1, 1946, in Mississippi, Ammie Lee lived a vibrant life filled with passions that brought her joy and connected her with those around her.

Ammie Lee enjoyed a rich tapestry of interests that...

Oct 16, 2025

Charles Allen Nations, known affectionately as Allen, was born on November 25, 1955, in Mississippi. He departed from this world on October 16, 2025, at the University Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy interwoven with service, dedication, and love.

Allen had a distinguished career marked by his commitment to public service. He was an esteemed member of the Canton Fire Department...

Oct 16, 2025

Timothy Anthony Barnes, born on May 9, 1952, in New York, New York, passed away peacefully at his home on October 16, 2025. A dedicated husband and cherished member of his community, Timothy’s life was marked by his unwavering love for his family and friends.

Timothy graduated high school and carried with him a profound sense of loyalty and integrity, qualities...

Oct 15, 2025

A Reflection of Life Lillie Mae Jones was born June 24, 1936, to Eddie Lee and Lizzie Mae Jones

in Vaughn, Mississippi. She departed this life on October 15, 2025, at her

daughter’s home in Jackson with her family by her side.

Lillie Mae Jones was raised in Vaughan, MS, and her family later moved to

Yazoo City, MS. She joined St. Peter Baptist...

Oct 11, 2025

Christella Marie Green Levison was born on August 28, 1930,

to Lonnie Green and Pallie Hatchett Green in Yazoo County,

Mississippi. Lonnie and Pallie had twelve children, six boys and

six girls. Two siblings died at childbirth.

Brothers, Daniel, David, Lonnie, and Alonza Green, and sisters,

Pecola, Hattie, Mattie, Sadie, and Golena all preceded her in

death.

Christella attended Yazoo County public school until the eleventh

grade. A...

Oct 9, 2025

Evester Burns, affectionately known as “Baldhead,” was born on

May 27, 1955, to the late Artinish Rucker and Walter Burns. He was

employed at Mississippi Chemical, Nissan, and the city of Yazoo for

several years. Evester was baptized at an early age and later in life

accepted Christ at New Pilgrim Rest.

He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Kathren Camelle Spencer-

Burns; three sisters,...

Oct 9, 2025

MR. BENNIE LLOYD STUCKEYwas born on October

25, 1957, to the late Mary Elizabeth Stuckey Malone and

Bethel Alphonse Darius in Bentonia, Mississippi. Lloyd,

as he was affectionately known, accepted Christ into his

life at an early age, where he joined Mt. Olive Baptist 

Church under the late Reverend N.C. Taylor. He received

his education at Gibbs Elementary School and Bentonia

High School. He also attended Corps...

Sep 26, 2025

Obituary for Ellen Ann Todd McMillan

Ellen Ann Todd McMillan, born October 24, 1950, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in the Dallas area, surrounded by love.

The daughter of the late John Wesley Todd and Cornelia Mitchell Todd, Ellen spent her formative years in Jackson, graduating in the 1968 class of Jim Hill High School before attending...