Obituaries

Orma Mae (Ullrich) Lee, of Wynndale, MS, passed on 12 June 2018. She was 93 years old. Orma was born and raised in western New York State. She spent her youth and formative years on her parents' orchard farm in western New York. She met her husband, T.J. "Joe" Lee while he was in World War II military service, stationed...

Roy Timothy Pace, 50, passed from this life on May 24, 2018. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at 2:00 pm at Sinai Cemetery in Florence, MS. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tristian Michelle Pace Necaise. He is survived by his sons, Timothy Michael Pace of LA, and Matthew Thomas Pace of...

Haisley Elizabeth Martz was born peacefully sleeping on Saturday October 27, 2018 at 9:33 am. She was born at River Oaks in Flowood. She weighed 2 pounds and 12 ounces and was 16 inches long. She entered this world as a beautiful angel surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her parents, Jordan Pettit and Shane Martz of...

Edra Ann was born January 27, 1946 to Woodie and Gert McMillian in DeWitt, AR. Both preceded her in death. She was their firstborn child but a brother, Bud McMillian (Kaye), and sister, Mary Lynn McMillian Ford (Freddie), followed within the next three years. Edra Ann was a natural leader, as was evident early on when she stepped into her...

Robert (Bob) Edward "Coach" Neblett, 87, after a lengthy illness passed into the waiting arms of his Lord and Savior November 3, 2020. Visitation will be held Friday, November 6, 2020 at Wright and Ferguson Funeral Home from 5-7 PM in Clinton, MS and from 10-11 AM at First United Methodist Church Clinton on Saturday, November 7. A service to...

Dr. Donald Cameron Guild of Jackson, MS went home with the Lord on Saturday August 14, 2021. He had been struggling with several health issues for the past eight years. Dr. Guild was born in New York City in the borough of Queens where his family resided in the neighborhood of Jackson Heights. He was a surprise to his family...

Anne W. McWilliams Morse, a resident of Clinton, passed on to her eternal home on May 22, 2018. In her life, she was led by faith in the Lord and the love of her Savior Jesus Christ. In her passing, we know our beloved Anne is embraced by God's salvation. Anne was born on March 22, 1929 and raised in...

Curtis Webb Caine, Sr, M.D., 97 years young, of Jackson, MS, stepped peacefully into Eternity, face to face with Jesus, his Savior and Lord, on Tuesday January 1, 2019, in Chattanooga, TN, after ringing in the New Year with black-eyed peas! Dr. Caine was born in New Orleans on October 13, 1921, son of the late Ansel and Pearl Caine....

Melanie Ann Sykes Cook, also known as "Honey", 56, was born on October 8, 1962 to Calvin and Bell Sykes in Jackson, Mississippi. She was the wife of Ronnie Cook for 34 years. Her family has been members of Parkway Church since 2005. She had a previous battle with cancer 23 years ago and God healed her body long enough...

On February 2, 2019, Jean Short Triplett, ever the "Southern Lady", passed from this earth and into the arms of her Heavenly Father after bravely fighting a long illness. She left behind her husband of more than 72 years, Gerald, and two sons, William and James. Her first-born son, Gerald Jr., preceded her in death in 2014. Jean was born...

Betty Fulgham Cumby, 1934 – 2020, age 86, went to be with Jesus on November 11, 2020. She was born on October 15, 1934 to Fred and Ruby Turnage. She was an amazing mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to all. Her kind, gentle, and loving spirit, combined with her huge, infectious smile, laughter, and sense of humor, made all...

Jimmie Faye Neblett, after a lengthy illness, was called into the loving arms of her lord and savior on January 18, 2018. Visitation will be held Monday, January 22, 2018 from 5:00 - 7:00 at Wright and Ferguson Clinton. A funeral service celebrating her life will be held at First United Methodist Church, Clinton, MS where she was a long...

James Allen (Jim) Glenn, Sr., 75, went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2016. He was born June 8, 1940, to Orville Ray & Mary Louise (Jones) Glenn in Louisville, Kentucky. The son of a Cumberland Presbyterian preacher, Jim moved several times before settling in Jackson, Mississippi. He attended Forest Hill High School before joining the...

Brenda Kay Green Flanagan, 67, passed away at St. Dominic Hospital on December 18, 2020. A private celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church in Clinton followed by a private burial at Parkway Memorial Cemetery. Harvey Ellis will conduct the service. Brenda's son and nephews will serve as pallbearers....

John Knox Walker, Jr. departed this earthly life on January 10, 2020, after an extended illness. A memorial service will be held at 3 pm, Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Covenant Presbyterian Church, preceded by visitation beginning at 1:30 pm in the church parlor. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Hospice Ministries, Inc., Covenant Presbyterian Church or...

On Saturday, January 25, 2020, Albert Duncan Murphy, Sr., of Clinton, MS, a loving husband and father, passed away suddenly at the VA hospital in Jackson, MS after a brief illness. He was 86 years old. A visitation & service will be held at the Wright and Ferguson funeral home in Clinton, MS. Visitation will be Wednesday evening, January 29,...

On Thursday, August 1, 2019, Bobby Hulsey, Jr, loving husband, father, son, and brother passed away at the age of 45. Bobby was born on June 28, 1974 in Kokomo, Indiana to Bob Hulsey and Ruby Lorraine. On October 23, 1998, he married Amy Lea Phillips. Together they raised a son, Gage, and three daughters, Haley, Abbi, and Krystal. Bobby...

Dr. Fred "Dick" Dixon Robertson, Jr., received his wings Saturday, September 18, 2021. He was born September 23, 1946, was a deacon at First Baptist Church of Raymond and retired from Hinds Community College after 41 years. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Patsy Sue Thornton Robertson of Terry; his son, Michael Toler Robertson (Stacie) of Brandon;...

Mona Elardo Yelton, a long-time resident of Clinton, passed away Monday the 19th of February at Hospice Ministries after a fierce battle with cancer. A visitation will be held to honor her memory and celebrate her life on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 from 10:30am to 12 Noon at Wright and Ferguson Funeral Home in Clinton, MS. Mona was born on...