OBITUARIES
O'shean Dekata Fields
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...
L C Gibson, III
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...
Osborn Henderson
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...
Henry Lee "Guice" Bryant
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...
Dortha J. Brown Cox
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....
Gennette Spencer Adams
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...
Ammie Lee Williams
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...
Charles Nations
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...
Timothy Anthony Barnes
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...
Lillie Mae Jones
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...
Christella Marie Green Levison
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...
Evester "Baldhead" Burns
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,...
Bennie Lloyd Stuckey
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...
Ellen Ann Todd McMillan
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...
Jessie Dixon
Sep 26, 2025
Obituary Jessie “Pete” Dixon was the oldest child of the late Mr.
Jessie Dixon and Margaret Washington Littleton. Jessie was
born on November 1, 1960, in Yazoo County, MS. He attended
Linwood Elementary and Benton High School. Jessie accepted
God as his personal savior at an early age, and was baptized
at Tri Union AME Church under the leadership of Reverend
J. R. Rosenthal. His career...
Erwin Xavier Barnes
Sep 23, 2025
Erwin Xavier Barnes was born on August 22, 1981, in Yazoo City, MS, to Wilma Jean
Barnes and Alvin Henderson. He was affectionately known as “Crow” and was the second-born son to
his parents.
He was a lifelong resident of Yazoo City and received his education in the Yazoo City Municipal School
District. Being no stranger to hard work, he held several jobs throughout...
Ben Louis Brown
Sep 23, 2025
Ben Louis Brown was born January 24, 1960, to Sam Brown and Mary Ella Levison Brown in Yazoo City, Mississippi, both of whom preceded him in death. In addition, preceding him in death were two sisters, Shirley Jackson Imbert and Bennie Dean Brown Williams, and two brothers, William Brown and Homer Jerry Jackson.
Ben accepted Christ at an early age at...
Alvin McKinzo Ellis
Sep 20, 2025
Mr. Alvin McKinzo Ellis was the fourth child born on November 9,
1954, to Harvey Ellis Sr. and Gloria Stean Vaughan-Ellis, both
preceded him in death, as did three of his brothers, Harvey Jr.,
Edward Charles and Raymond Ellis.
Alvin was baptized at an early age at Mt. Joy MB Church in Morgan
Park by Reverend Ivory Scott, where he served on a youth usher
board....
Mitchell Harris
Sep 16, 2025
Mitchell Harris, a cherished member of the community, passed away on September 16, 2025, at Yazoo Health and Rehab. He was born on November 19, 1959, in Mississippi, where he spent his early years and developed a fondness for the local culture and people.
Mitchell proudly served his country in the Army, demonstrating a commitment to duty and service that he...
Isabell Jean Walker
Sep 12, 2025
With faith and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the homegoing of
Isabell Jean Walker. She was born on January 8, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri,
to Albert and Johnnie Mildred Thomas, and was raised alongside her sister,
Christine Johnson Ratcliff was rooted in love, faith, and service.
On September 12, 2025, Jean was called to eternal rest at the young age...
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