Obituaries

Mar 20, 2026

Dr. John Patrick Coleman of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on March 20, 2026.

Born in Rochester, New York, on April 8, 1953, John spent his early childhood living on various Navy bases across California, Hawaii, and the South Pacific. These experiences helped shape his quiet strength and deep appreciation for life's simple moments. He was preceded in...

Mar 19, 2026

Ginger McNair Kilby, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, surrounded by her children and the collective love of all who knew her, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness that will be cherished forever.

Ginger was devoted to her family above all else. She is survived by her...

Mar 18, 2026

Jean Willard Johnson of Clinton, MS passed away on March 18, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born on August 27, 1932, in the Success Community of Harrison County, Mississippi to the late Jordan Willard Johnson and Maud Blackwell Johnson. He made his home in Clinton, Mississippi for 65 years.

Jean attended Mississippi Gulf Coast...

Mar 12, 2026

Emma (Dolly) Jean Skates Warren moved to her home in heaven on March 12, 2026. She was born on March 3, 1932, to George Washington Skates, Jr., and Thelma Louise (Fannie) Bankston Skates. She was next to the second youngest of nine children that Mr. and Mrs. Skates were blessed with.

Dolly was beautiful and a lover...

Mar 12, 2026

Judy Gayle Bishop Price, 74, went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on March 12, 2026, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. Her life was a beautiful reflection of faith, perseverance, and deep love for her family.

Visitation will be held Monday, March 16, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Clinton. A second...

Mar 6, 2026

Steve Dykman, age 69, passed away peacefully Friday March 6th, 2026, in Clinton, Mississippi.

Steve is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kay; his children Brad (Shelley) Dykman, Erin (Raymond) Stephens, and Madison (Colbey) Robichaux all of Clinton along with his grandchildren Jax and Cade Dykman; Colton, Emersyn, and Avery Stephens; Olivia Robichaux and was excited...

Mar 4, 2026

Casey Allen Hall, age 35, from Jackson MS, passed away on 3/4/2026 at his home.

He was born 5/23/1990 in Jackson.  Raised in Clinton, MS through elementary school, before moving to Brandon, MS and attending NWR.

He married his best friend, Traci on 11/7/2022 and they welcomed precious baby Luna on 7/6/2023. "He was an...

Mar 1, 2026

It is with profound sadness and tender hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Bertha Cornelia Cox Rather, who left this world on March 1, 2026, cradled by the love of her life, in her 90th year. Born on January 3, 1936, in the quaint town of Edwards, Mississippi, Bertha's life was a tapestry woven with love, laughter,...

Feb 28, 2026

Linda Murray Gibson passed away February 28, 2026 at the age of 82. Linda was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on April 10, 1943 to Edith and Albert Murray.

Linda was a teacher in the Clinton Public Schools for over 30 years. Many of those years were as a sixth grade gifted and talented teacher at Lovett...

Feb 28, 2026

Jerry Scott, age 77, died on February 28, 2026, at his home in Canton, MS.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Robin Dorman Scott, of Canton; his son, Marc Scott (Anita) of Orlando, FL; his grandchildren: Nathan Kello (Rhyan) of Houston, TX; Haley Scott and fianceé, Patton Grooms, of Knoxville, TN; Gabrielle Scott...

Feb 26, 2026

Mary Ellen Thomas Odom, 82, of Houston, TX passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 26, 2026. She is survived by her son, Dean (Jenifer) Odom of Clermont, FL; sister, Kathy (Gerrard) Hannah of Houston, TX; brother, David Wade "Tommy" Thomas Jr of Houston, TX; granddaughter, Laurel Odom of Clermont, FL; and nephew, Wade Hannah of Houston, TX.

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Feb 24, 2026

Ellis Ray Berry May 31, 1944 – February 24, 2026

Ellis Ray Berry was born on May 31, 1944, and lived a life rooted in hard work, generosity, and a deep love for the land.

In his younger years, Ellis loved hunting and fishing, finding peace and purpose outdoors. One of his greatest joys, however,...

Feb 22, 2026

Bobbie Hutchison Horn, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Bobbie was born to the late Redmond B. Hutchison, Sr. and Idelle Rowland Hutchison. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Redmond B. Hutchison, Jr., and her sister, Marilyn Strong.

She is survived...

Feb 20, 2026

Billy Bradford "Brad" Hall, 67, passed away on February 20, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 with visitation beginning at 12 noon before the service at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Clinton.

Brad was born in Jackson, Mississippi and attended Council Magnolia High School. He got his bachelor's...

Feb 18, 2026

Lillian Louise "Lou" Bingham Torrey, age 77, passed away on February 18, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. She was born on July 22, 1948, in Natchez, Mississippi, to Louise Price and Samuel Bingham.

Affectionately known as "Miss Lou" by generations of students and families, Lou devoted 25 years of her life to teaching Pre-K4...

Feb 17, 2026

Mary Theresa Johnson, formerly of Clinton, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at St. Dominic Medical Center in Jackson.

Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Clinton. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Interment will follow at Lakewood Memorial Park....

Feb 17, 2026

Deborah Eaves, 71, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on February 17, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2026 with visitation beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Raymond. A graveside service will follow at Raymond Cemetery.

Debbie was born on January 10,...

Feb 14, 2026

Willard Albert Ryan, age 91, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was born on May 3, 1934, in Vicksburg, MS, the fourth of eight children born to J.C. Ryan Sr. and Esther Mae Ryan.

On August 16, 1957, he married the love of his life, Fanelle Hilton Ryan,...

Feb 13, 2026

Jeffrey "Jeff" Lee Naggs, 74, died February 13, 2026 in Clinton, MS of cardiac arrest.  Jeff was born in Plano, Illinois on March 11, 1951 and lived there until he moved to southeast Texas in the late 1970s.

Jeff was a member of the Plano High School class of 1967 and lived in Plano, Illinois with his...

Feb 11, 2026

Sylvia Myers Parrish, age 97, passed away on February 11, 2026, at home in Florence, MS.

Sylvia is survived by daughter, Teresa Ann Berry; grandchildren (Chase, Angel, Misty, and Wendy); son, Kerry Virgil Parrish and wife (Mary Ann); grandchildren, (Dustin and Justin); 7 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and sister Betty Butler.

She is preceded in...