Obituaries

Nov 17, 2025

Carrie Leigh Brewer of Madison, MS passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025 at the age of 48.

Carrie was born on October 14, 1977 in Jackson, MS to Suzette Winstead and Daryl R Brewer Sr. and was raised by Alisa Jones and Daryl R Brewer Sr. She was raised in Raymond, MS. Carrie was a proud...

Nov 17, 2025

William (Bill) Korlath Obituary (October 30, 1951 – November 17, 2025)

William (Bill) Korlath of Raymond, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on November 17, 2025.

Born on October 30, 1951, in Glen Dale, West Virginia, to William J. (Bill) Korlath, Sr. and Lillie Dale Strong, Bill moved as a young boy with his...

Nov 14, 2025

Mae Gaggini, 94, of Brandon, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025.

Born in McCool, Mississippi, the daughter of Jessie and Maggie Cummins, Mae lived a long and vibrant life filled with grace and joy. She was especially passionate about ballroom dancing, a love that brought her countless friendships and cherished memories over the years. Foremost though,...

Nov 14, 2025

Rebecca Phillips, 69, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, after a brief battle with cancer. Born September 2, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Rebecca grew up in Mount Hope, West Virginia, where she developed the deep roots of kindness and service that would define her remarkable life.

Rebecca was a lifelong...

Nov 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Anthony Lamb, born on August 7, 1961, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He left this world on November 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Tony was a devoted husband to Cynthia Lamb, whom he married in 1980. Together, they raised two children, Wesley Lamb and Clint Lamb (Robi Lamb), who...

Nov 9, 2025

Shirley Flatt Carnahan, a devoted nurse, faithful Catholic, and cherished mother and grandmother, passed away on November 9, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, just one week shy of her 70th birthday. Born on November 19, 1955, in Waltham, Massachusetts, Shirley's life was a testament to compassion, resilience, and unwavering love for her family and community.

She is preceded...

Nov 7, 2025

Mrs. Annie Laura Browning, age 91, of Clinton, passed away Friday afternoon, November 7, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on August 17, 1934, in Philadelphia, MS, a daughter of Robert and Ethel Burt.

Annie is preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, Basil Leon Browning.

She is survived by son...

Nov 5, 2025

Charlotte Marie Brown Norwood, of Pearl, MS passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

She was born November 14, 1968, the daughter of Glenn and Priscilla Ann (Nall) Brown who are deceased. Charlotte had a wonderful fascination with Paris and the Eiffel Tower. She was a collector of tea and coffee cups, which she shared with me. We...

Nov 5, 2025

Evelyn Higginbotham, 101, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at NHC Healthcare in Mauldin, South Carolina.

Evelyn was born on November 24, 1923, in Puckett Mississippi to the late Burtis and Lila Burnham.

Evelyn had a full and productive life dedicated to her husband, family, friends and church.  Her special ministry was being supportive of...

Oct 30, 2025

Joyce (Gibson) Horne, 88, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025. Born December 18, 1936, in Meridian, Mississippi, to Frank and Mildred Gibson, Joyce graduated from Newton High School in 1955. She married Charles E. Horne, her lifelong love, and they raised four children at Parkway Baptist Church, fostering their faith in Christ.

Joyce...

Oct 29, 2025

A Visitation and Celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home in Clinton, MS

Oct 29, 2025

Ruth Ann Osborn, 79, of Lebanon, MS passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with funeral services to follow at Salem Baptist Church located at 2666 Learned Road, Raymond. Burial will follow in the Salem...

Oct 26, 2025

Lemuel Lawrence "Larry" Houchins, Jr. August 22, 1953 - October 26, 2025

Lemuel Lawrence "Larry" Houchins, Jr. of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 26 in Jackson from complications after a stem cell transplant. He was 72.

Born in Vicksburg, Larry graduated from H. V. Cooper High School in 1971 and went on to...

Oct 23, 2025

John Risher Holder was born in Ted, Mississippi on September 7, 1929, and went to be with Jesus on October 23, 2025.  He graduated from Sylvarena High School in 1948 and worked part-time for the Internal Revenue Service, Jackson Blueprint & Supply, and Kennington's Department Store until he was drafted into the U.S. Army in February 1951.  He then...

Oct 23, 2025

Isabel Gray Mills, age 87 of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after a brief illness. A loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, Isabel was a lifelong Episcopalian who dedicated years of service to Episcopal churches in the Diocese of Mississippi and to Camp Bratton-Green, the Diocesan camp.

Born on February 4, 1938,...

Oct 20, 2025

Jerry Gould, aged 72, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025. A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Jerry lived his life with strength, tenacity, and a deep love for his family.

Born on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1953. After his service in the Marines, he built a hardworking career working on offshore oil rigs...

Oct 20, 2025

George Byron "Buddy" Brumfield, age 62, of Raymond, Mississippi, passed away on October 20, 2025, in Brookhaven, Mississippi.

Buddy was born on December 5, 1962, to George and Faye Brumfield in Tylertown, Mississippi. He was a curious child with an adventurous spirit who loved spending time on his grandfather's farm, taking tractor rides, and proudly being his...

Oct 19, 2025

Dr. Truitt Palmer Wilks, Jr., affectionately known as "Tip," triumphantly returned to our Heavenly Father and was joyfully reunited with his parents on October 19, 2025, at the age of 65.

Born in Hazlehurst, Mississippi on May 16, 1960, Tip spent his childhood in Jackson, engaging in memorable shenanigans and adventures with lifelong friends. He first attended...

Oct 19, 2025

Nancy Thornton Duren, 94, of Edwards, MS, passed away Sunday October 19, 2025.  Visitation will be held on Wednesday October 22, 2025 from 9:00am until 11:00am with services following at 11:00am all at the Edwards Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in the Edwards Cemetery.

Mrs. Duren was born in Lena, MS the daughter of Charlie M. and...

Oct 18, 2025

Ivan Mark Rosamond passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025. As a young adult, Mark worked as an Engineer Technician at Mississippi Valley Gas Company, where he met his wife, Sharon. Later, he served as Property Director at The Baptist Children's Village—a ministry that was especially important to him and his family.

Mark's hobby was restoring old...