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Bobby Joe Varner
   Bobby Joe Varner, 81, of Laurel passed on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
    Graveside services were Friday at Bethlehem Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Holder officiating.
    Mr. Varner was retired from Sanderson Farms of Laurel. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew H. Varner; mother Audie Walters Varner; brother James Varner; and daughter Jennifer Carol Varner.
    Survivors include his wife, Virginia Flynt Varner; two daughters, Janet Thornhill and husband Jim Thornhill, Cherie West and husband Steve West, all of Laurel; one grandson, Gary West and wife Meredith West, and two great-grandchildren, Mary Clayton West and Jackson Ward West of Hattiesburg; one sister-in-law, Jewel Pridgen of Hattiesburg; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Mr. Varner served in the Korean Conflict and earned seven medals, including a Bronze Star. He earned an honorable discharge from the U.S. Army.
    Memory Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

David B. Reon
   David B. Reon, 62, of Laurel died Wednesday, May 22, 2013 in Laurel.
   A memorial service will be on Monday, June 17 at 6 p.m. at Journey Church, 130 Northeast Dr., Laurel. Rev. Robby Johnson will officiate. This date holds special significance to the family as this is David's birthday.
   Mr. Reon was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force and was Methodist by faith. He was employed as a security guard with Howard Industries. He was preceded in death by his father, Sidney Reon.
   Survivors include his mother, Nellie Reon of Sandersville; wife Carole Reon of Laurel; son Eric Reon and wife Julia of the Big Creek Community; one grandson, Broxton Reon, affectionately called “Dave's Little Dude;” two special granddaughters, Ayla and Nikki Boler of Robertsdale, Ala.; brother Allen Reon of Sandersville; and sisters Brenda Lambert of Tishomingo and Margaret Hodge, Pam Poore and Elaine Reon, all of Sandersville; along with many nieces and nephews.
   In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 2151, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38101-2151.?
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Mary Ida Therrell Bishop
   Mary Ida Therrell Bishop, 86, of Laurel left this earthly life on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Comfort Care Nursing Home in Laurel.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Rev. Jim Taylor will officiate. Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Bishop was a homemaker and a member of Highland Baptist Church. Her life revolved around her family and friends.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, Mark and Bessie Meek Therrell; husband Floyd “Floppy” Bishop; brother Lamar Plummer; son-in-law Jerry Ball; and brother-in-law Jerry Boteler.
    Survivors include her daughters, Charlotte (Ralph) Cahill, Mary Jane Ball, and Frances (Steve) Price and her son, Mark (Annelle) Bishop. She is also survived by two sisters, Margaret Boteler and Betty (B. G.) Ruffin; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Omi Ruth Boston Twyner
   Omi Ruth Boston Twyner, 90, died May 20, 2013.
   Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday at Lockett-Williams Mortuary, Inc., in Gulfport and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at East 10th Street Church of God in Laurel. The funeral will be at 11 a.m., Monday at 2nd Baptist Missionary Church of Laurel with a visitation beginning one hour prior to services.
   Mrs. Twyner was a member of Klein Road Church of God, Gulfport. She was a life member of FAMU Alumni and a Golden Life Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She also held memberships in the Vogue Socialite Club and the National Oak Park High School Alumni Association.
   Mrs. Twyner taught home economics for 38 years, primarily at Oak Park High School and Pass Christian Middle School.
   She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter Boston Jr. and Eulalia Lott Boston; two brothers, Frank D. Boston Sr., John B. Boston; two sisters, Eunice Boston Newell and Odessa Boston McAlpin.
   Mrs. Twyner is survived by her husband, Olger Twyner Jr. of Gulfport; one son, Olger Twyner III of New Orleans; one daughter, Brenda (Paul) Thordarson of Lexington, Mass.; three brothers, Peter (Dorothy) Boston III of Yazoo City, Charles (Theodora) Boston of Columbia, Ralph H. Boston of Peachtree City, Ga.; two sisters, Eugenia Boston Angel of Jamaica, N.Y. and Bettye (Louis) Boston Beverly; five grandchildren.
   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Greater Pinebelt Community Foundation (Omi Ruth Boston Twyner Scholarship Fund), 1507 Hardy St., Suite 208, Hattiesburg, MS 39401. Sign online registry at lockettwilliams.com.

Nellie Sue Holifield Anderson
   Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the chapel of Jones and Son Funeral Home in Moselle for Mrs. Nellie Sue Holifield Anderson, 73, of Moselle, who died May 21, 2013 at Jones County Rest Home.
   Brother John Sumner Jr., Brother Neil Davis and Brother Mike Miller will officiate at the service. Interment will follow in the Soule’s Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Thursday at Jones and Son Funeral Home in Moselle.
   Sue was a resident of the Rainey Community, where she was a homemaker and the mother of three children. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother and maw-maw. She was a friend and loved by all who knew her.
   She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean Anderson; parents Ancie Holifield and Gladys Gregory; brothers Joe Holifield, Josh Holifield, Hugh Martin Holifield and Charles Holifield.
   Survivors include a son, Burlon (Kendra) Anderson of Moselle; daughters Belinda (Mike) Clark of Moselle and Leisha (Tim) Thompson of Seminary; brother A. C. Holifield Jr. (BO) of Texas; sisters Rachel Thompson of Moselle, Nezzie Stoy (Sister Baby) of Texas and Hilda Rector of Moselle; five grandchildren, Chad (Angie) Anderson, Lynnie (Hannah) Thompson, William (Sommer) Clark, Kayla (Mikey) Brown and Matthew (Jessica) Clark; and six great-grandchildren, Brittany (Justin) Byrd, Chad Anderson, Jude Thompson, Taylor West, Konner and Brettly Brown.
   Serving as pallbearers will be Lynnie Thompson, Matthew Clark, Bubba Walley, Mike Clark, Charlie Thompson, Taylor “Little Man” Sanford and honorary pallbearers will be Taylor Sanford and Tommy Holifield.
   Jones and Son Funeral Home in Moselle is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be given at wwwjonesandsonfh.com.

Charles Milton Huddleston
   Charles Milton Huddleston, 68, of Heidelberg was born July 18, 1944 and died Tuesday, May 21, 2013 in Birmingham, Ala.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Florence Cemetery in Jones County. Rev. Jimmy Holder and Rev. Bill Myers will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel.
    Charles was a member and deacon of Florence Congregational Methodist Church. He served in the U. S. Army and worked in the oil industry for more than 30 years. He retired from Murco Drilling in 1995.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Eloise Huddleston; father-in-law Vernon Cranford; and brother-in-law Bob Farrish.
    Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Linda Huddleston of Heidelberg; sister Lynette Farrish of Laurel; son Timmy James (Sheila) of Laurel; daughter Tina Street (Mark Caviness) of Greensboro, N.C.; daughter Sandy Cummings (David) of Haleyville, Ala.; daughter Gina Boyette of Hamilton, Ala.; grandchildren Zach Welch (Kami), Tori Parker (Jeremy), Caleb Welch and Brooke Harrelson, all of Laurel, Savannah Street of Greensboro, N.C., Shelby Cummings and Amelia Cummings of Haleyville, Ala.; great-grandchildren Kyler and Kane Welch of Laurel and Josslyn Hizer of Greensboro, N.C.; brothers-in-law Doug Cranford (Janet) of Columbus, Don Cranford (Pat) of Hamilton, Ala. and David Cranford (Rhonda) of Sulligent, Ala.; special cousins, Martha and Walter McIntosh; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers will be Derias McCurdy, Randall Coker, Bobby John Brownlee, George Leggett, Joe Taylor and J. R. Rustin. Honorary pallbearers will be the men Charles worked with through the years.
    In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Florence Congregational Methodist Church Building Fund or Cemetery Fund.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Bendora Wilson
   Bendora Wilson, 78, of Stringer died Monday, May 20, 2013 at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson.
   Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Friday at Moss First Church Of God in Moss. Rev. J.J. Mullinax and Rev. Charles H. Jones will officiate. Burial will be in Moss Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. at at the church before the service.
    She was preceded in death by parents Bender and Mary Lucille Graham; sisters Martha Jane McGee and Ada Faye Perry; brothers William Graham and Paskel Graham.
   Survivors include daughter Julie Jones (Tim) of Sweetwater,Tenn.; brothers Franklin Graham (Pippy), Haskel Graham, Sammy Graham (Rhonda) and Bernice Graham (Sherri), all of Moss; sisters Joann Salem of Cedar Hills, Utah and Mary Lou Wright (Duncan) of Houston, Texas; grandson Josh Weber (Christy) of Athens, Tenn.; granddaughter Heather Weber of Sweetwater, Tenn.; great-grandsons Grand and Alex Weber of Athens, Tenn.;great-granddaughters Chloe Morgan of Sweetwater, Tenn., Leah Weber of Athens, Tenn. and Aubree McFarland of Sweetwater, Tenn.
   Pallbearers will be nephews.
    Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Ruthie Irene ‘Rena’ Wade
   Ruthie Irene “Rena” Wade, 55 of Laurel died Monday, May 20, 2013 at her residence.
   The funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Laurel. Rev. Phil Smith will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1-2:30 p.m. at Colonial Chapel before the service.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, John Calvin Walters Sr. and Joyce Valentine Walters Boyd of Laurel.
    Survivors include daughters Leah Walters Mitchell of Laurel and Julia Lynn Wade of Laurel; sons David Leon Wade of Laurel and Derrick Junior Wade of Laurel; sisters Sheliah Darlene Walters of Laurel and Michelle Walters Bassett of Louin; brothers Johnny Walters of Laurel and David Walters of Ovett.
    Pallbearers will be Johnny Walters, David Walters, Kevin Bassett, Jesse Walters, Calvin Walters and Mike Walker.
   Colonial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Carolyn Sue Perry
   Carolyn Sue Perry, 58, of Stringer died Monday, May 20, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
   Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Laurel. Bro. David Williams will officiate. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery in Stringer. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday at Colonial Chapel.
    She was preceded in death by father James McCarty of Louin.
    Survivors include mother Ann "Bossie" Williams McCarty of Stringer; sons Richard Perry of Stringer and Jamie Perry of Ellisville; sisters Gayle McCarty and Lois Spinks (Larry), all of Stringer; brother Danny McCarty (Jenny) of Stringer; granddaughters Cortney Perry of Stringer and Brittany Perry of Ellisville; grandsons Brandon Perry of Ellisville and Justin Jefcoat of Stringer; and niece Leann McCarty of Stringer.?   Pallbearers will be Richard Perry, Brandon Perry, Danny McCarty, Jamie Perry, Larry Spinks and Randall Gray. Honorary pallbearers will be Stevie Williams and Justin Jefcoat.
   Colonial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Vera Mae Bishop Byrd
   Mrs. Vera Mae Bishop Byrd, born May 8, 1931 in Laurel, died Monday, May 20, 2013 at Laurelwood Community Living Center in Laurel.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Dr. Randy Turner and Rev. Allen Hill will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Byrd was a member of First Baptist Church Laurel, where she was a member of the church choir and achieved 31 years perfect attendance in Sunday school. She was also a member of Eastern Star No. 24 and was retired from the Mississippi Highway Department.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Orville Byrd; parents James E. Bishop and Vallie V. Bishop; brother R. D. Bishop; and sisters, Iva V. Keown and Zera M. Westmoreland.
    Survivors include her sister, Eva Rae Shaw; brother-in-law Tennie Byrd (Gay) of Wiggins; nephews Ronnie Dale Bishop (Alessa) of Louin, James C. Westmoreland of Ridgeland and Edward L. Westmoreland of Meridian; nieces Jeanette Smith (Jim) of Atlanta, Ga., Bettie Round of Mobile, Ala., Nell Smith (Bill) of Gulfport, Cherree Cospelich (Tony) of Wiggins, Sherry Shaw Coats (Alan) of The Woodlands, Texas and Angela L. Houston (Jimmy) of Laurel; great-nephews Morgan Bishop (Joan), Adam Bishop, Kylan Coats, Koby Coats (Cassandra), Kolton Coats, Caleb Houston (Rebecca), Seth Houston and Sam Houston; great-nieces Laura Bishop Richards (Ron), Holly Houston, Anna Beth Houston, Faith Houston and Hope Houston; and caregivers Shirley Sutton, Josie McDonald and Carman Currie.
    Pallbearers will be Ronnie Dale Bishop, Morgan D. Bishop, Jimmy Houston, Seth Houston and Eddie Westmoreland. Honorary pallbearers will be Warren Rayburn, Johnny Hassell and Ralph Simmons.
    In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in memory of Mrs. Byrd to either First Baptist Church, P. O. Box 2636, Laurel, MS 39441 or Community Hospice, Inc., 6242 Hwy 98, Suite 60, Hattiesburg, MS 39402.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Frances S. Doolittle
   Frances S. Doolittle of Newport, N.C., died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at Croatan Ridge Nursing Center.
   Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday at Blackledge Cemetery in Laurel. The family will receive friends at the Rushton Community Center at noon on Wednesday before the service.
   Mrs. Doolittle was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Fronie Dean and Perry Franklin Stroud; husband Jeff Doolittle; brothers Perry Leonard Stroud, Morris Amos Stroud, Otto “Blue” Gilbert Stroud, Marvis “Monkey” Zelma Stroud, Jesse Austin Stroud and Joseph Thrash Stroud; sister Irma Joyce Satanski and husband Charles “ski;” sisters-in-law Wanda Peden Stroud, Junie Pace Stroud and Marjorie Edenfield Stroud.
   She is survived by daughter Alesia Doolittle Hill and husband Al of Newport; sons Jeffrey F. Doolittle and wife Cecilia of Clyton, N.C., Terry Russell Doolittle and Kenneth Jon Doolittle of Mississippi and William “Billy” Franklin Doolittle and wife Deborah of Newport; sister Nora Mae Moss and husband Buddy; grandchildren Asa Branden Dollittle and wife Debra, Shawn Lee Ingram, Megan Doolittle Johnson and husband Kane, Terri Doolittle Garrison and husband David, Edward Francis Swanson, Timothy Edward Doolittle and wife Leslie, Rachel Diana Doolittle, Gabrielle Glyn Doolittle, Kyndall Renee Doolittle, Matthew James Hill and wife Nicole, Ashley Renee Cox and Alan Spencer Hill; and great-grandchildren Angel Lee Hill, Shawna Diane Ingram, Alexandrea Nicole Clark, Allison Kane Johnson, Mary Elizabeth Garrison, Frances Marjorie Garrison, Hunter Williams Doolittle, Kyleigh Doolittle and Haley Mae Marsh; sisters-in-law Mildred Griffith Stroud, Mary Frances “Tiny” Webb Stroud and JoAnn Robertson Stroud.
   Colonial Chapel of Laurel was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.


Gladys Burch
   Gladys Burch, 86, of Laurel died Monday, May 20, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon until the service time on Wednesday at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Burch was employed at Reliance Manufacturing Company and was of the Baptist faith.
    She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Sue Flynt; and sister Dollie Greene.
    Survivors include her son, Charles Gatewood and wife Janice of Flowood; five grandchildren, Hal Gatewood of Borne, Texas, Kathryn Costa of Duncan, S.C., William Gatewood Jr. of Columbia, S.C., Gifford Flynt Jr. of Laurel and Teresa Tisdale of Laurel; one stepgrandchild, Rachael Latham of Nashville, Tenn.; eight great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Teresa Renae Thompson
   Teresa Renae Thompson, 51, of Laurel died Sunday, May 19, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel
    Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Memorial Gardens in Jones County. Rev. Arnold Kelley will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Memory Chapel.
    Teresa was self-employed and was of the Baptist faith. She was a beloved daughter, sister and friend and was well known for constant acts of kindness and generosity. Teresa was widely loved and will be greatly missed. She now continues her service pain-free with the Lord and family and friends who welcomed her home.
    She is survived by her parents, Charles and Carol “Bobbie” Thompson of Laurel; one sister, Kim Bucklew and husband Larry of Austin, Texas; one brother, Monte Thompson of Laurel; two nieces, Rebecca Bucklew of Austin, Texas and Dayne Langley of Laurel; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Bennie Jerry Watts
   Mrs. Bennie Jerry Watts of Laurel went to her heavenly home Sunday morning, May 19, 2013.
   Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Goodwill Baptist Church on Jordan Drive in Laurel. Burial in will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home on Indian Springs Road in Laurel.
   Jerry Watts was a member of Goodwill Baptist Church. She loved her Savior and loved playing her guitar and singing hymns. She found joy in creating through arts and crafts and she especially loved working in her flower garden and keeping her husband Jack busy moving those plants from place to place.
   She was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Mable King and two sisters, Jane King and Jo Arinder, all of Columbia.
   She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Sedgie J. “Jack” Watts; two sons, Ken Watts (Martha) of Laurel and Tim Watts (Kaye) of Neely; three daughters, Kathy Scruggs (Steve) of Ellisville, Susie Napier (Greg) of Ellisville and Becky Lightsey (Tim), currently residing in Oaxaca, Mexico; one brother, Fred King (Bonnie) of Sandy Hook; a sister, Mart Lynn (Tommy); 13 grandchildren, Amy Scruggs Yates, Jana Scruggs Roberts, Kara Scruggs Yates, Hannah Watts Mikell, Dan Watts, Allen Lightsey, Jacob Lightsey, Joey Napier, Zac Napier, Branden Napier, Alesha Watts King, B. J. Watts, Josh Watts; and 22 great-grandchildren.
   Grandsons will serve as pallbearers: Joey Napier, Zac Napier, Allen Lightsey, Dan Watts, Branden Napier and B. J. Watts. Honorary pallbearers will be Jacob Lightsey and Josh Watts.
   Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel is in charge of arrangements.

Timothy ‘Bacon’ Pulliam
   Timothy Lee “Bacon” Pulliam, 53, of Laurel died Thursday, May 16, 2013 at his residence.
   Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Ellisville Funeral Home with Rev. John Taylor officiating. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Sunday at Ellisville Funeral Home.
   Mr. Pulliam was an engineer with Schlumburger and was a member of the Biker Church.
   Mr. Pulliam was preceded in death by his parents, John J. Pulliam Jr. and Ludie Monk Pulliam; daughters Melissa Ann Pulliam and Nicole Dawn Coston; and his brother, John J. Pulliam III.
   Survivors include his wife, Patricia Pulliam of Laurel; son Timothy Pulliam Jr. (Tabitha) of Bay City, Texas; daughter Tiffany Coston of Laurel; sister O. Louise Carman (Scott) of Columbia; grandchildren Autumn Pulliam, Ashten Hawk, Amy Hawk, Zachary Frick, Jackson Latta, Ethan "Kota J." Mitchell, Dyami Allen and Makya Allen; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.
   Pallbearers will be Jeremy Taylor, Denny Breland, Alan Ramage, Dirk Creel, Scott Carman and Gerald Mixon.
   Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Doris ‘Sis’ Hurst Herrington Shaw
   Doris “Sis” Hurst Herrington Shaw, 84, of Laurel died Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Comfort Care Nursing Home in Laurel.
    Graveside services were Friday at Hickory Grove Cemetery with Rev. D. J. Benson officiating.
    Mrs. Shaw was a homemaker and a member of West Laurel Baptist Church. She loved her family and life.
    She was preceded in death by her father, Rufus Hurst; mother Mary E. Livingston Hurst; brothers James and Billy Hurst; son Rickey Herrington; first husband, J. D. Herrington; and second husband, George Shaw.
    Survivors include her daughter, Deborah Herrington Smith and husband Mike; sister France Powers; brothers Jack Hurst and wife Gloria and Don Hurst and wife Peggy; and brother-in-law Lyon Herrington and wife Sheila. She was also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
    Memory Chapel was in charge of arrangements.
   To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Wilda S. Chance
   Wilda S. Chance, 91, of Laurel died Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
    Graveside services were Friday at Crestview Cemetery in Laurel. Rev. Billy Murphy and Rev. Ralph Welch officiated.
    Mrs. Chance was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Eugene Chance.
    Survivors include two sons, Mitch Chance and wife Sondra of Brandon and David Chance and wife Martha of Laurel; one daughter, Betty C. Hammock of Lady Lake, Fla.; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
    Memory Chapel was in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Doris ‘Sis’ Hurst Herrington Shaw
   Doris “Sis” Hurst Herrington Shaw, 84, of Laurel died Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Comfort Care Nursing Home in Laurel.
    Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Hickory Grove Cemetery with Rev. D. J. Benson officiating. There will be no visitation.
    Mrs. Shaw was a homemaker and a member of West Laurel Baptist Church. She loved her family and life.
    She was preceded in death by her father, Rufus Hurst; mother Mary E. Livingston Hurst; brothers James and Billy Hurst; son Rickey Herrington; first husband, J. D. Herrington; and second husband, George Shaw.
    Survivors include her daughter, Deborah Herrington Smith and husband Mike; sister France Powers; brothers Jack Hurst and wife Gloria and Don Hurst and wife Peggy; and brother-in-law Lyon Herrington and wife Sheila. She was also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Wilda S. Chance
   Wilda S. Chance, 91, of Laurel died Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
    Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Crestview Cemetery in Laurel. Rev. Billy Murphy and Rev. Ralph Welch will officiate. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Friday at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Chance was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Eugene Chance.
    Survivors include two sons, Mitch Chance and wife Sondra of Brandon and David Chance and wife Martha of Laurel; one daughter, Betty C. Hammock of Lady Lake, Fla.; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Dorothy Elaine McPhail Farnham
   Dorothy Elaine McPhail Farnham, 95, of Amory died Tuesday, May 14, 2013 in Amory.
    Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Memory Chapel of Laurel. Rev. Aaron Parker and Brother Joe Watson will officiate. Burial will follow at Dublin Baptist Church Cemetery in Prentiss at 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Farnham was self-employed as a beautician and was a member of Sharon Missionary Baptist Church. She was a volunteer and director of Red Cross in South Mississippi and enjoyed sewing and craft work.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl J. Farnham in March 2011 and by her son, Rev. Donald J. Farnham.
    Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Becky Welborn Farnham of Laurel; grandson Jimmy Farnham and wife Tara of Nettleton; granddaughter Janet Kent and husband Jimbo of Laurel; four great-grandchildren, Amanda Farnham and Joe Farnham of Tupelo, and Abbigayle Kent and Hudson Kent of Laurel; and three brothers, Otho McPhail and wife Hazel, Thomas McPhail, and R. T. McPhail and wife Frances, all of Prentiss.
    Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

James ‘Jim’ Benton Huff
   Prominent Jones Countian James “Jim” Benton Huff, 80, beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend, died Monday, May 13, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel after an extended illness.
   Visitation will be Tuesday, 5-8 p.m. , and the funeral will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday. All services will be at Hebron Baptist Church, with burial in the Hebron cemetery.
   Dr. Wade Rogers, former Pastor at Hebron Baptist Church, and Rev. Bucky Erwin, current Hebron pastor, will conduct the services. Richard Thames will provide music worship, with eulogy by the Honorable Judge Charles Pickering.
   He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius Lycurgus Huff and Eva Hilbun Huff; brothers Andrew Jackson Huff of Leakesville, J. L. Huff of Soso, and sister Helen Huff Myrick of Laurel.
   He is survived by his devoted, beloved wife of 55 years, Marilyn Graves Huff. They were married at Hebron Baptist Church on Sept. 1, 1957.
    His children and their spouses, Drs. Melanie (Tim) Hubbard, and Jim (Samantha) Huff, lovingly remember James. He is survived by six grandchildren whom he loved dearly: Meredith Hubbard, Lee (Tabitha) Hubbard, Ben Huff, Miles Huff, Matthew Huff and Mia Grace Huff, all of the Hebron community. Survivors also include his sisters: Eloise Huff Stringer of Canton, Maxine Huff Reddoch of Baton Rouge, La., brother-in-law G. W. Myrick of Laurel and sister-in-law Betty Graves Huff of Soso; and a host of nieces and nephews.
   James Huff was born Aug. 4, 1932 in Laurel. He graduated from Jones County Agricultural High School in 1950 and earned an Associate of Arts degree from Jones County Junior College in 1952. In 1954, Huff earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi State University.
   Huff was an avid hunter and loved to fish. He spent his personal life and professional career dedicated to the preservation of natural resources, and worked in many facets of agriculture. Personally, James Huff loved the outdoors and his passion was farming.
   A distinguished civic leader, James Huff dedicated his life to building and promoting civic organizations and was committed to community and nationwide service. He was an active member, deacon, and Sunday school teacher at Hebron Baptist Church for approximately 55 years until his death. He was passionate about the love he held for his country; he served in the infantry of the U.S. Army and was stationed for service in Salzburg, Austria.
   Among his many city/state/county affiliations, he served in the following positions: former President of the Laurel Lions Club, former Chairman of the United Way of the Pine Belt, board member of the Jones County Economic Development Authority, board member of the Laurel Farm Bureau, former Chairman of the Pat Harrison Waterway, former Chairman of the Mississippi Manufacturing Association, member of Jones County Forestry and the Mississippi Forestry Association. Huff was presented an award for his tree farm by the National Arbor Day Foundation.
   He was also on the board of the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Mississippi Cattleman’s Association, JCJC Board of Trustees, Jones County Association for Excellence in Education, co-founder and active member Jones Co. Junior Livestock Assn. He and his wife Marilyn were named JCJC Alumni of the Year in October 2007.
   James Huff’s career spanned decades of prominent positions from Laurel to Washington, D.C. His professional career began in 1956 as Assistant County Agent, Mississippi Agricultural Extension Service, Covington County. He then became Director of Operations at Masonite Corporation in 1957 and held that position until 1989.
   President George H. W. Bush appointed James Huff in 1989 as Mississippi’s State Director of the Farmer’s Home Administration. He served in that position until 1992. Huff’s leadership and superior performance in Washington was well respected by our nation’s leaders. President Bush then appointed him for a 10-year term in 1992 as the Administrator of Rural Electrification for the United States in Washington, D.C.     However, Huff accepted an assignment in 1996 as the District Director for Congressman Chip Pickering, (R) Mississippi, District 3 and served in that position until his retirement in 2004.
   In March, 2004, James Huff made the decision to retire to his Hebron home to enjoy his family and be a full-time tree farmer. He worked diligently to manage a multiple-use farm to sustain renewable resources in soil and water, wildlife habitat and forage, and tree management. He adeptly managed his farm, remained in an active role in community service, and still enjoyed his hobbies of hunting and fishing with his family.
   If you had the honor of knowing James “Jim” Huff, you knew him to be a man of integrity, honor, commitment, and loyalty, as evidenced by the respect he held nationally and by the many friends who came to him for advice and assistance in personal and professional matters. But he would probably like to be remembered most as a servant of the Lord and faithful follower of Jesus Christ.
   Pallbearers are: T. J. Jefferson, Wiley Pickering, J. T. Pickering, Jason Pickering, Jeff Graves and Bill Reddoch. Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Pickering, Stanley Shows, Chip Pickering, Mike Kenny, Fred Wansley, Joe Musgrove, Denvil Frailey and Reubin Graves.

Willie Ruth Johnson
   Willie Ruth Johnson, 81, of Laurel died Monday, May 13, 2013, at her residence.
    Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Sandersville Cemetery in Jones County. Rev. Tim Sanford will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Memory Chapel
    Mrs. Johnson worked in the school cafeteria and was a member of Sandersville Baptist Church.
    She was preceded in death by two sons, Robert and David Johnson; and three sisters, Lucille Stewart, Hazel Smith and Virginia Stakes.
    Survivors include her husband, Grover L. Johnson of Laurel; four grandsons, Jeffrey Johnson of Laurel, Clay Johnson and wife Latisha of Petal, and Brandon and Jonathan Johnson of Hattiesburg; three great-grandchildren, Cody, Caitlyn and Kyle; and one sister, Billie Roberts of Laurel.
    Pallbearers will be Matthew Walters, Mike Walters, Jeremy Russell, Joey Davis, Keith Braddock and Jason Creel.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Shirley Lyn Rigdon
   Shirley Lyn Rigdon, 66, of Laurel died Thursday, May 9, 2013 at her residence in Laurel.
     She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence Copper Carter; and mother Vera Agatha Rogers Carter
    Survivors include her husband, Lloyd Cecil Rigdon of Laurel; son Donald Wayne McWilliams Jr. of Washington; daughter Donna Lyn Smith of Washington; sisters Helen Carter and Connie Carter.
    Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Bettye Lou Windham Johnston
    Bettye Lou Windham Johnston, 78, of Bay Springs died Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Summerland Manor in Bay Springs.
   Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Colonial Chapel of Bay Springs with interment at Union Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at Colonial Chapel.
   She was a retired school teacher who taught for 35 years. She was a member of Stringer United Methodist Church, where she served as pianist, Sunday school teacher and church clerk.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, John A. and Olur Windham; brother Jerry Windham; and husband of 47 years, Jim Johnston.
    She is survived by son Tom (Cindy) Johnston and daughter Karen (Nathan)Thornton, all of Bay Springs; five grandchildren, Isaac Thornton of Bay Springs, Lindsay (Adam) McAlpin of Pine Grove, La., Cameron (Keri) Thornton of Layfayette, La., Austin (Erin) Johnston of Louin, Samantha Thornton of Jackson; and one great-grandchild Liam Johnston of Louin; and one brother, Donald (Betty) Windham of Bay Springs, MS
    Pallbearers will be Isaac Thornton, Cameron Thornton, Austin Johnston, Adam McAlpin, Alan Bryson and Mike Windham.
    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Stringer United Methodist Church.

Dan E. Walters
   Dan E. Walters, 80, of Laurel died surrounded by church friends.
   Services will be today (Saturday) at 3 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church with burial in Hickory Grove Cemetery.
   Dan was born in Laurel on Oct. 13, 1932. Following a tour in the U.S. Navy, Dan turned his attention to law enforcement. A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, he first spent time with the FBI and then rose through the ranks of his hometown force, culminating as chief of the Laurel Police Department. He continued to serve and protect through his own security business for nearly 30 years.
   Dan was the loving husband of Nancy Thigpen Walters (1935-2007) for 49 years. He and Nancy loved celebrating life through friends, travel and fishing. He dedicated much of his time researching The Battle of the Bulge and especially felt the need to honor the efforts of the 106th Infantry Division.
   Dan was predeceased by an infant son, Robert Wayne Walters. He is survived by his brother, Doug Walters of Louisiana and godchildren Lt. Col. Calvin Powell, USAF and Adam Powell of Tallahassee, Fla.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of services. To view and sign the guest register, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Jeffery Wayne Flynt
   Jeffery Wayne Flynt, 49, of Laurel died Thursday, May 9, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center.
    Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at First Baptist Church of Calhoun Cemetery. Rev. Leon Carmical and Rev. Doug Moore will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Memory Chapel.
    Mr. Flynt was an operator with Gray Wireline and was of the Baptist faith.
    Survivors include his parents, Charles and Selena Flynt of Laurel; wife Christina Flynt of Laurel; three sons, Jacob Flynt of Laurel, Joseph Arnold of Laurel and Justin Graham of Hattiesburg; daughter Haley Arnold of Laurel; granddaughter Emma Graham of Hattiesburg; and sister Michelle Flynt of Laurel.
    Pallbearers will be Randy Collins, J. R. Mason, Robbie Sims, Glenn Holloway, Justin Graham and Jason Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Rickey Johnson and Timmy Sumrall.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Allen Sharp
   Allen Sharp, 57, of Laurel died Friday, May 10, 2013, at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
    Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Big Creek Cemetery in Jones County. Rev. Scott Stringer and Rev. Eric Kitchens will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Memory Chapel.
    Mr. Sharp worked for S& S Repair and was of the Baptist faith.
    He was preceded in death by his mother, Daisy B. Sharp.
    Survivors include his wife, Susan Sharp; son Christopher Sharp (Heather) of Victoria, Texas; two grandchildren, Conner Sharp and Zach Sharp; father Lester Sharp; brother Herschel Sharp (Sharon) of Laurel; sisters Debbie Kitchens (Phil) of Laurel, Joyce Beaty (George) of Laurel and Mary Fisher (Jim) of Chicago, Ill.; and a host of nephews and nieces.
     Pallbearers will be Calvin Keys, David Tucker, Ricky Sharp, George Beaty, Michael Everett, Bill Freeman and Jamie Sims.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Edwin Gerald Stringer
   Edwin Gerald Stringer, 58, of Laurel died Thursday, May 9, 2013, at his residence.
    Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Grace Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Memory Chapel of Laurel.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee Ross Stringer and Louise Frances Blackledge Stringer.
    Survivors include two brothers, Thurmon Stringer and Gene Stringer, both of Laurel.
    Memory Chapel which is in charge of the arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Pat Bennett
   Pat Bennett, 77, of Laurel died Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at her residence.
   Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Saturday at Memory Chapel of Laurel. There will be no other services.
    Mrs. Bennett was a bookkeeper for Industrial Services.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Alma Ryan; sister Juanita Phillips; and two brothers, Junior Ryan and Frank Ryan.
    Survivors include her husband of 56 years, K. R. Bennett of Laurel; two daughters, Kathie Bennett of Whitehouse, Texas and Vickie Walker and husband Dennis of Greeneville, Tenn.; son Jimmy Bennett and wife Debra of Arlington, Texas; granddaughters Kristin Skinner and husband Billy, Ashley Bennett, Ally Walker and Shelby Walker; grandson Robby Bennett; great-granddaughter Payton Harper Skinner; special friends Teresa and Lannis Walters, Earl West and families; nephews Don, Charles (Tiger), Lanny and Kim; and nieces Junelle and Sheila.
    In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials be made to The Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

George T. Davis Jr.
   George T. Davis Jr., 88, of Laurel passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Jones County Rest Home in Ellisville.
    Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Rev. Gene Douglas and Rev. Nathan Barber will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Memory Chapel.
    Mr. Davis was employed by South Central Regional Medical Center until his retirement in 1999. He was a member of Highland Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon, and he was also a veteran of the U. S. Army, serving in World War II.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, George T. Davis Sr. and Maggie Mae Shumake Davis; brother Herman Davis; and three sisters, Christine Jones, Ava Lee Key and Lela Mae McCraw.
    Survivors include his wife, Mary Barber Davis of Laurel; daughter Dena D. Boyett and husband James “Buddy” of Laurel; grandson Specialist Evan Blake Boyett and wife Sara of Fort Stewart, Ga.; granddaughter Mary Laura Boyett of Mobile, Ala.; and one sister, Ondine Saxton of Milton, Fla.
    Pallbearers will be R. C. Leggett, James Ryan, James Nix, William Harper, Edwin Buckley, Specialist Evan B. Boyett and Don Husband. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Powell, Jim Bradford, Tom Henderson and Stephen Kneipp.
    In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials be made in memory of Mr. Davis to Highland Baptist Church Music Ministry, 2513 N 7th Ave., Laurel, MS 39440.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Corey Andrew Pitts
   Mr. Corey Andrew Pitts, 38, a native and resident of Laurel (Wayne County), was born Friday, March 14, 1975 and died Sunday, May 5, 2013 on Strengthford Pleasant Grove Road in Laurel.
   Visitation for Mr. Pitts will be from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday in the parlor of Freeman Funeral Home in Waynesboro. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel of Freeman Funeral Home in Waynesboro with Dave Moran officiating. Interment will be in Sellers Cemetery.
   He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church and worked as an Equipment Operator for R. C. & Sons Construction, LLC.
   Mr. Pitts is survived by his father, Charles Ray Pitts and mother, Linda Tiner Pitts; daughter Amber Pitts; brother Wayne Pitts (Donna); sister Charlotte Williams (Randy); grandmother Christine Pitts; grandmother Betty Tiner; nephew Cole Pitts; four nieces, Sam Pitts, Haileigh Pitts, Tori Parker (Jeremy), Morgan Mosley (Shawn); great-nephew Rylan Davenport; great-niece Leighty Mosley; aunt and second mom, Dianne Pitts; two uncles, Larry Dale Tiner (Vanette) and Hal Tiner (Alice); special cousins and close friends Teresa Moore (Joel), Kim Harper (Jim) and Chris Tiner (Sophie); other Cousins and friends; several great-uncles and great-aunts.

Velma Ainsworth Windham
   Mrs. Velma Ainsworth Windham, 101, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2013.
   Funeral services will be at New Home Baptist Church in Smith County on Wednesday at 11 a.m. Visitation will be at the church before the service, from 10-11 a.m.
   She was born Dec. 11, 1919 in Smith County, where she lived all of her life. She attended Taylorsville High School, graduating in 1933.
   After her marriage, she was a homemaker for years, rearing her three children. She then went to work in Jasper General Hospital as a nurse’s aid and doing private duty. After her husband passed away, she retired and joined Happiness Is Choir at First Baptist Church in Raleigh. One of her joys in life was singing and she enjoyed traveling to different states and churches singing in the choir and sightseeing.
   Her other joy in life was keeping her three grandchildren and later, her six great-grandchildren. They were the joy of her life. She was a member of New Home Baptist Church, where she was an active member for 75 years.
   Preceding her in death was her husband, Rex B. Windham; an infant son, James Inrique; and in 2009, a beloved son, Donald P. “Pat” Windham; also, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Robert (Hood) Ainsworth; six brothers, Robert, Wead, Van, Walter, Hoy and Roy Ainsworth; two sisters, Eula Ishee Pilgrim and Winnie Windham Liechti.
   Survivors are one son, Lex R. Windham (Betty); one daughter, Sandra Simes (Bob); one granddaughter, Jennifer Sims Hawkins (Bob); two grandsons, Mark Windham (Tammy), Randy Windham (Jessica); four great-grandsons, Blake and Reed Windham, and Luke and Peyton Sims Hwakins; one great-granddaughter, Carlee Windham; also a host of loving nephews and nieces and many dear friends.

Rebecca Leigh Toney
   On Thursday, May 2, 2013, Rebecca Leigh Toney, 36, passed away in Missoula, Montana.
   She will be dearly missed by her parents, Barbara and John Toney of Columbia, and the rest her family and friends.
   There will be a visitation at Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia on Wednesday, 1-3 p.m., followed by a graveside service at the Kokomo Cemetery.
   Leigh was born on Aug. 31, 1976 in Hattiesburg. She graduated from R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel. After living for several years in Maine, Leigh settled in Missoula. Leigh's joyous, genuine nature attracted people around her; wherever she lived or traveled she made many friends.
   An exceptional gardener, Leigh's yard overflowed with flowers and vegetables. She was a wonderful cook and found pleasure in sharing Southern cooking with her Northern friends, teaching them, for instance, what real shrimp and grits should taste like. She was a generous gift-giver, placing great thought in finding the perfect gifts for the people around her.
   Leigh loved camping, traveling, fireworks, the New England Patriots, and music. She had an eclectic musical taste and saw live performances every chance she got. She loved her cat, King, her dog, Bear and her boyfriend, Joe Sides. A natural leader, Leigh relished in planning trips, preparing meals, snapping photos and taking the wheel on road trips. Her friends called her Mama Leigh.
   As the Electronic Banking Supervisor at First Security Bank of Missoula, Leigh was highly valued by her colleagues, both professionally and personally. Her responsibilities included online banking and deposit services. She was very skilled in her work and especially enjoyed taking on new projects involving research and development.
   Through her desire to help others, Leigh was involved in the Ronald McDonald House Red Shoe Ball of Missoula and led an annual Relay for Life team for the American Cancer Society.
   All who knew Leigh will remember her for her kindness, intelligence, honesty and laughter.
   She is survived by her parents, Barbara and John Toney of Columbia; grandmother Mary Lee McArn of Columbia; sister Lynn Williamson (Tommy) of Ridgeland; brother Chris Toney (Candice) of Missoula; nephews Andrew Williamson and John Paul Toney and step-nephews Ian and Matthew Knight, all of Missoula; boyfriend Joe Sides of Missoula and his family, Jack and Sherry Sides of Montana City and Jack Sides Jr. (Katy) of Helena, Mont.; and many other loving family and friends.
   In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in memory of Leigh Toney to the American Cancer Society, 1903 Central Ave, Billings, MT 59102.

Ina Fae Fant
   Ina Fae Fant, 93, of Ellisville died Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Care Center Of Laurel in Laurel.
   Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at Ellisville Funeral Home with Rev. Joseph Harris and Rev. Keith Ulmer officiating. Burial will be in Ellisville City Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 5-8 p.m. at Ellisville Funeral Home.
    Through the years, Ina invested herself in many occupations. She was a housewife, an employee of Movie Star and of Reliance, and she sewed for the public.?
    Ina was preceded in death by her husband, Preston Fant; parents O.R. Bufkin Sr. and Olivia Updyke Bufkin; brothers Bobby Bufkin, O.R. Bufkin Jr. and Pat Bufkin; and sisters Virginia Smith, Dot Issler and Irene Parker.
    Survivors include her son, Mike Fant (Phyllis), Shreveport, La.; daughters Pat Blackmon (James) of Ellisville and Portia Anderson (Mark) of Deatsville, Ala.; brothers Noah Bufkin, Jimmie Bufkin and Roland Bufkin; sisters Rose Bogach, Rachel Kinkwood, Rita Bexley and Helen Knox; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
    Mrs. Fant’s grandsons and nephews will serve as pallbearers.
    The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Care Center of Laurel and to Community Hospice.
    Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Sally Ann Reynolds
   Sally Ann Reynolds, 82, of Laurel died Sunday, May 5, 2013, at her residence.
    Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Rev. Brian Gordon will officiate. Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service on Wednesday at Memory Chapel of Laurel.
    She was a housewife and a member of West Laurel United Methodist Church and the Laurel Bowling League.
    She was preceded in death by her son and daughter and 12 brothers and sisters.
    Survivors include her husband Don Reynolds of Laurel; two grandsons; and two sisters, Mary Mahon of Dillwyn, Va. and Verdora Locklear of Greensboro, N.C.; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers will be friends and family.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Billy J. Hill
   Billy J. Hill, 76, of Moselle died Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at Wesley Medical Center in Hattiesburg.
    The funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Rev. Stanley Beech will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Memory Chapel.
    Mr. Hill was the owner of H&H Construction and was a U. S. veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church.
    He was preceded in death by two brothers, Carl Frank Hill and Jimmy Hill.
    Survivors include his wife, Cynthia Hill of Moselle; four sons, Randy Hill and Delane Hill of Jackson, Jamie Lewis of Moselle and Shane Lewis of Ellisville; one daughter, Regina Bullock of Moselle; 14 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two brothers, J. B. Hill of Laurel and Jerry Hill of Moselle; and three sisters, Laquite Wade of Ovett, Linda Gail Hill of California and Jewel Hill of Laurel.
    Pallbearers will be James Bullock, Mike Hamilton, Mike Hill, Kerri Hill, Daniel Lewis, Zack Hill, Joseph Holylee and Robby Clark.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Inman O. Fowler
   Inman O. Fowler, 92, passed away April 27, 2013.
   Visitation will take place on Sunday from 1-2:30 p.m. at Wright Ferguson Funeral Home (1611 Highland Colony Parkway, Ridgeland). Family service will follow. Interment will be at Parkway Memorial Cemetery in Ridgeland.
   Mr. Fowler was born in Laurel on March 16, 1921. He had been a resident of Jackson since the late 1950s. As a career insurance professional, he was owner of Fowler and Fowler Insurance Agency and retired as a partner of Mutual Insurance Agency in 1995.
   He was predeceased by his wife of 72 years, Anita Hardin Fowler; his parents, I. O. (Tuck) Fowler and Mamie Walters Fowler; and brother James Robert Fowler.
    Survivors include daughter Sylvia and husband Russell Wicker, son Steve Fowler and wife Peggy; daughter Mary and husband Frank Waltman; grandchildren and spouses Melissa Hewitt (Lloyd), Hoyt Williams (Angie), Robert Williams (Mary Cates), Scott Fowler, Shane Fowler (Isley), stepgrandson Chuck Lea; and 11 great-grandchildren.

Arcena Lowe
   Arcena Lowe, 93, of Laurel died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at her residence in Laurel.
   Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Laurel.
Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.
   Her first grandson, Pastor Kenneth L. Click will officiate. Burial will be in Hickory Grove Cemetery in Laurel.
    She was a Baptist and faithful in church and always had her children with her during their formative years. She enjoyed many outdoor activities; fishing was her favorite; she also enjoyed working in the garden and yard, camping and she especially enjoyed visiting with family and friends. She always had a positive outlook and was a joy to spend time with. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
   She was preceded in death by her husband, C.E.(Pat) Lowe; two brothers, Lavon McCord and Nelson McCord; two sisters, Dezzie McKinley and Frances Ishee.
   She is survived by two daughters, Nell Corcoran (Mike) and Margaret Ann Lowe of San Antonio, Texas; two sons Clifton Lowe (Mary) and Lamar Lowe (Carol) of Laurel; sister Lucille Williams (Calvin) of Mobile, Ala. and Rachel Stennett (Jimmy) of Brookhaven; and a brother, J.D. McCord of Ellisville; as well as 17 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.
     Pallbearers will be Ted Lowe, Blair Lowe, Chuck Lowe and Hubert Baty.
   Colonial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Donnis Cecil Lyon
   Donnis Cecil Lyon, 81, of the Shady Grove Community passed away on April 29, 2013, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg.
   Visitation will be at Memory Chapel in Laurel on Friday evening, May 3, from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a. m. on Saturday, also at Memory Chapel, with burial at Shady Grove Baptist Cemetery to follow. Rev. Dr. Ronald Bishop, one of Mr. Lyon's colleagues from Jones County Junior College, will officiate, with pastoral assistance from Revs. Danny Pitts and Joseph Harris.
   Born early on Christmas morning 1931, Mr. Lyon was the middle child of Carl William Lyon and Esther Elizabeth Powell Lyon of Laurel. His siblings, Delores Lyon Reeves and Dorman Lyon, are both lifelong residents of Shady Grove Community.
   In 1953, Mr. Lyon married his high school and college sweetheart Mary Ball at Shady Grove Baptist Church, on May 29. This year's anniversary would have been their 60th. A well-known and highly respected educator, Mr. Lyon earned degrees in biology and chemistry from the University of Southern Mississippi after completing an A.A. degree at JCJC, where he competed on the Bobcats’ track team. Subsequently, Mr. Lyon attended Mississippi State University and the University of Southern Mississippi, receiving master's degrees in biology and in educational administration, as well as a specialist's degree in biology.
   During a teaching career that spanned 40 years of service to the State of Mississippi, Mr. Lyon taught at Ruleville High School in the Delta, Jones County's Sweetwater Community, as well as Central and Mason Schools, Maddox Junior High and R. H. Watkins High School, all in Laurel. He also conducted field research through The Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs. From 1970 until his retirement in the mid-1990s, Mr. Lyon taught various biology courses, particularly anatomy and physiology, at his alma mater, JCJC.
   Greatly admired as an inspiring teacher and gifted lecturer, Mr. Lyon enjoyed few activities more than providing students with a spirited, enlightening and rewarding educational experience. During episodes of ill health over the last decade and a half, Mr. Lyon took frequent comfort and considerable pleasure in so many of his care providers being former students. Mr. Lyon received numerous honors for his exceptional instruction, including “Teacher of the Year” at JCJC. Nothing provided more gratification to him, though, than proudly following the successful careers of his former students.
   After retirement, Mr. Lyon embarked on a virtual second career as a genealogical researcher, compiling several volumes of material on his Lyon, Powell, Lowe, Collins, Murray, Welborn and Valentine ancestors, as well as Mrs. Lyon’s Ball, Smith, Ishee, Holifield and Long forebears. Various other researchers, churches and interested groups sought Mr. Lyon's valuable information, keen insights and scrupulous research. He also served as a genealogy and family history consultant for Professor Victoria Bynum's book, “The Long Shadow of the Civil War: Southern Dissent and Its Legacies.” Mr. Lyon thoroughly enjoyed the connections he made and assistance he gave through this avocation.
   A football and basketball standout for the Shady Grove Golden Eagles during high school, Mr. Lyon remained an avid sports fan throughout his life, enthusiastically following college football and basketball (particularly JCJC and USM teams), Brett Favre's career and the Boston Celtics. After one of his sons graduated from the University of Alabama, Mr. Lyon became a staunch supporter of the Crimson Tide as well.
   Classical music constituted yet another enduring hobby. Mr. Lyon accumulated an enormous collection of recordings and listened to music several hours each day. His favorite television program was always “Gunsmoke,” a series that fortunately continued in reruns.
   However, Mr. Lyon's four grandchildren undoubtedly provided him with the most enjoyment, to which his many nieces, nephews, and their children added. Finally, Mr. Lyon will be deeply missed by his constant companion, Chico the Chihuahua, who appeared from nowhere one Christmas morning (Mr. Lyon's birthday).
   Mr. Lyon is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Ball Lyon; sons Kenneth Lyon (wife Donna Ford Lyon) of Flowood; Keith Lyon (wife Laura Ward Lyon) of Washington, N.C., and Kevin Lyon (wife Tina Boykin Lyon) of Laurel, as well as a sister, Dolores Lyon Reeves (husband Felton Reeves) of Laurel and a brother, Dorman Lyon (wife Doris Lowe Lyon) of Laurel. Mr. Lyon also leaves four grandchildren, Sara and William Lyon of Laurel, Kelsey Lyon of Washington, N.C. and Rachel Lyon of Flowood.
   Pallbearers consist of son Kevin Lyon, brothers-in-law Floyd Ball and Charles Boone, nephew Michael Ball, Dale Holifield and Roy Boutwell. Mr. Lyon's long-time colleague and friend W. H. Pope, along with his many nephews, will serve as honorary pallbearers.
   The Lyon family wishes to thank all the relatives, friends, colleagues and former students of Mr. Lyon who have expressed their condolences in various deeply appreciated ways.

Robin Paul Powell
   Robin Paul Powell, 56, of Laurel died Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at his residence in Laurel.
   Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at Ellisville Funeral Home in Ellisville with Rev. Frank Hendry and Rev. Eddie Bryant officiating. Burial will be in Myrick Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday from 9-10:30 a.m. at Ellisville Funeral Home.
   He was preceded in death by his father, Ramon Powell; wife Paula Powell;?nephew Jason Kitchens; grandparents Will and Jeanette Dew and Dexter and Dorothy Worrell.
   Survivors include his mother, Barbara Powell; daughters Jessica Jarimillo (Eric) of Suffolk, Va. and Whitney Scott (Jeffery) of Petal; sisters Mary Craft (Craig), Laurel Powell and Dot Cleckler (Leon), all of Glade; five grandchildren, Scott, Cynthia, Craig Graves, Adam Jarimillo and Jeffery Scott.
   Serving as pallbearers are Reed Cooley, Jeffery Scott, Stevie Pickering, Ed “Po” Poore, Chuck Norris and Anthony Welch. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Scott Graves and Mark Phillips.
   Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Juanita P. Jefcoat
   Juanita P. Jefcoat, 93, of Soso died Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center.
   Funeral services will be on Friday at 3 p.m. at Big Creek Baptist Church with the burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at 1:30 p.m. prior to the service. Rev. Don Brown and Rev. Kenneth Flynt will officiate.
    Mrs. Jefcoat was a faithful Christian and a member of Big Creek Baptist Church, where she was a choir member and taught Sunday school and Ladies Bible Studies for numerous years. She was also the church historian and chronicled a cherished history of the church. She was a retired educator, having served as both teacher and principal. She graduated from the University of Southern Miss with her B. S., master’s and specialist degrees in elementary education. She was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa teachers’ organization. She also enjoyed quilting, crocheting and gardening and loved her grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her spouse, T. J. “Pete” Jefcoat; her parents, Wilson and Nancy Powell; and siblings Theresa Blackledge, Ross Powell, Ray Powell and Etta Fay Folkes.
    She is survived by her daughter, Ann Katherine Hastings of Soso; son Robert Jefcoat and wife Patricia of Hattiesburg; eight grandchildren, Clark Jefcoat of Washington, D.C., Kyle Jefcoat and wife Katie of Arlington, Va., Ken Jefcoat of Arlington, Va., Lorrie Thompson and husband Chris of Soso, Chellie Eavenson and husband Butch of Hattiesburg, Peter Hastings of Soso, John David Hastings of Soso and Katherine Pittman and husband Andy of Ellisville; 10 great-grandchildren, Andrew Thompson and wife Christine, Ross Thompson, Cade Thompson, Nicholas Eavenson, Ella Eavenson, Callie Hastings, Johnna Hastings, Parker Pittman, Annabelle Jefcoat and Quentin Jefcoat; one great-great grandchild, Riley Thompson; sister Evelyn Todd and husband Marvin; brother Welton Powell and wife Joyce; sister-in-law Willie Mae Powell; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Grandsons and grandsons-in-law will serve as pallbearers.
    The family is appreciative to the staff of Cottonwood Manor of Laurel for the kind and loving care provided to Mrs. Jefcoat.
   Memorials may be made to the Big Creek Baptist Church Building Fund, 28 Big Creek Church Rd., Soso, MS 39480.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Lavada S. Rushton
   Lavada S. Rushton, 89, of Laurel died Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at Southern Living Personal Care in Waynesboro.
    Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Rushton Cemetery in Jones County. Rev. Gerald Henderson and Rev. Valton Douglas will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Memory Chapel.
    Mrs. Rushton was employed with Low Cost Forms prior to her retirement.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, D. D. Sasser and Bessie Bankston Sasser; husband Grady B. Rushton; sister Margie Porter; and three brothers, Ray Sasser, Herman Sasser and Roland Sasser.
    Survivors include four daughters, Linda Blackledge Denning of Denton, Texas, and Peggy Parker (Tommy), Regina Milner (Rusty) and Gail Chancellor (David), all of Laurel; brother Dean Sasser of Houma, La.; eight grandchildren, Lori Blackledge, Matt Blackledge, Will Parker, Andy Parker, Ryan Milner (Heather), Rush Milner, Jonathan Chancellor (Meggie) and Alex Chancellor; and three great-grandchildren, Tucker, Cannon and Judson Milner.
    The grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Donnis Cecil Lyon
   Donnis Cecil Lyon, 81, of the Shady Grove Community in Laurel passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013 at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg.
   Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Friday at Memory Chapel of Laurel. The funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday at Memory Chapel. Burial will be at Shady Grove Cemetery.
   Mr. Lyon taught biology in Jones Junior College's Science Department for many years and in the Laurel School District prior to that.
   Mr. Lyon is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Ball Lyon; sons Kenneth Lyon (wife Donna Ford Lyon) of Jackson, Keith Lyon (wife Laura Ward Lyon) of Washington, N. C. and Kevin Lyon (wife Tina Boykin Lyon) of Laurel, as well as a sister, Dolores Lyon Reeves (husband Felton Reeves) of Laurel and a brother, Dorman Lyon (wife Doris Lowe Lyon) of Laurel. Mr. Lyon also has four grandchildren, Sara and William Lyon of Laurel, Kelsey Lyon of Washington, N.C., and Rachel Lyon of Jackson.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Vonceil Peel Gaddis
   Vonceil Peel Gaddis, 89, died Sunday, April 28, 2013.
   Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Thursday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Hickory Grove Cemetery.
   She was born Jan. 11, 1924 to Huey Peel and Ida Vickers Peel in Wausau, Fla. She married Zane Grey Gaddis in Key West, Fla. on Feb. 11, 1945. After World War II, they came to Louisiana to college. During their 68-year marriage, she gave birth to three sons, Don Michael Gaddis (wife Kim) of Kingwood, Texas, Dale Arden Gaddis (wife Cheryl) of Lafayette, La., and John Mercer Gaddis of Humble, Texas. There are seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
    Vonceil was a very devout Christian of the Southern Baptist church and proved it by her actions. She was a Sunday-school teacher, WMU worker and active in numerous services including carrying her boys (not sending them) to church. She was a good neighbor, a friend with a quiet personality, and a strong Christian, mother and wife.
    We, her family, will sorely miss her, but know with unwavering knowledge that she is really at home with Jesus, her Lord.
    Colonial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Nancy Lynn Anderson
   Nancy Lynn Anderson, 46, of Laurel died Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at her residence.
   Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday at Ellisville Funeral Home with Mr. Levi Jones officiating. Burial will be in County Line Baptist Church Cemetery on Oak Bowery Road. Visitation will be Friday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Ellisville Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Alcus Jerry Grice
   Alcus Jerry Grice, 70, of Seminary died Sunday, April 28, 2013, at his residence.
    The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Welch-Graham Cemetery. Rev. Paul Rodgers and Rev. Harold Ishee will officiate.
Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Memory Chapel.
   Mr. Grice retired from Marathon Oil Company and was a member of Lowery Creek Baptist Church.
    Survivors include his wife, Sandra Welch Grice of Seminary; two sons, Wayne Grice (Kim) of Ellisville and Terry Grice (Sonyia) of Moselle; three daughters, Lisa Phillips of Hattiesburg, Malinda Black (Anthony) of Moselle and Connie Roney (Stephen) of Laurel; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Arange Grice of Moselle, and Author and Ansel Grice, both of Seminary; and two sisters, Alta Bishop of Seminary and Joyce Welch of Ellisville.
    Pallbearers will be Tyler Roney, Jared Grice, Kelton Grice, Richard Benoit, Willie Patterson and Jeff Sullivan. Ethan Black will serve as honorary pallbearer.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Charlene Pitts Evans
   Charlene Pitts Evans, 66, of Ellisville died Saturday, April 27, 2013 at University Medical Center in Jackson.
   Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Ellisville with Elder Joe Evans officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at the church .
   She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Evans; parents Morris and Vila Pitts; brothers Jimmy Pitts and Douglas Pitts; and sister Elois Dyess
   She is survived by her daughters, Tammie Flowers (Tommy), Lynn Collins (Scott) and Kim Donald, all of Ellisville; sister Ouida Pitts of Bay Springs; special friend Rachel Wells of Ellisville; eight grandchildren, Mason Collins, Reese Collins, Jessica Collins, Ryan Sanford, Daniel Danford, Cade Evans, Logan Donald and Chance Donald; and one great-grandchild, Kate Mason Collins.
   Serving as pallbearers are Mason Collins, Daniel Sanford, Ryan Sanford,  Cade Evans, Reese Collins, Logan Donald and Chance Donald.
   Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Barbara A. Skinner
   Barbara A. Skinner, 75, of Soso died Friday, April 26, 2013 at her residence.
   Services will be 10 a.m. Monday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow in Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at Memory Chapel.
   She was a homemaker.
   She was preceded in death by her son, Danny Harroll Skinner; her parents, Robert James “Mac” McCarty and Helen Louise McCarty; brother Bobby Jay McCarty; and sister Judy McCarty Herrington.
   She is survived by her husband, Bobby Carroll Skinner of Soso; one daughter, Leasa Skinner Bergin and husband Al Bergin; grandchildren Joe Bergin and wife Lacey Bergin, Kate Bergin VanEtten and husband Chris VanEtten, John Bergin and Mary Ann Bergin Lindsey and husband Brian Lindsey; great-grandchildren Cole Bergin, Carsyn Bergin, Kennedie VanEtten and Knece VanEtten; and one sister, Linda McCarty Gandy.
   Pallbearers will be Joe Bergin, John Bergin, Chris VanEtten, Mike Herrington, Burny Bergin and Ben Lindsey.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of services. To view and sign the guest register, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Bobbie I. Harris
   Bobbie I. Harris, 84, formerly of Pearl, died Friday, April 26, 2013, at Trace Point Assisted Living in Clinton.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Matthews Cemetery. Dr. Jimmy Dobson and Rev. O. V. Cornell will officiate. Visitation will be from noon until the time of service on Monday at Memory Chapel.
    She was retired from Southeastern Oil Review, where she worked as a secretary.
    She was preceded in death by three sisters, Agnes Mathews, Myrtis Edwards and Myrtle Terry; and two brothers, Haskel Ishee and E. J. Ishee.
    Survivors include two sisters, Ernestine Graham of Hattiesburg and Bonnie Grantham of Stringer; brother Joyce Ishee of Jackson; a host of nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Jonnie Norton of Flowood.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Billy Harold ‘PeePaw’ Wigington
   Billy Harold ‘PeePaw’ Wigington died Thursday, April 25, 2013 at his residence.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Indian Springs Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Mike West and Rev. Buddy Keyes will officiate.
    Billy was born April 21, 1937, in Laurel. He graduated from Soso High School in 1956, was a life-long resident of Jones County and served in the Army and the Army Reserves. He worked at A&P Grocery Store and Jitney Jungle Grocery Store for many years, and retired from Hertz Rent-a-Car. He was a wonderful cook and his specialty was chicken and dumplings. He enjoyed working in his garden and yard. He deeply loved his three granddaughters and spent as much of his spare time as possible with his two great-grandsons. He was a member of Indian Springs Baptist Church.
    He was preceded in death by his father, Buford Wigington; mother Braddis Livingston; and stepfather Will Livingston.
    Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Delores Cumberland Wigington; daughter Sonya Graves and husband Scotty; son Greg Wigington and wife Tina, all of Laurel; grandchildren Ashley Jefcoat and husband Nathan of Laurel, Allison Graves and Kelsey Wigington; great-grandchildren Noah and J. T. Jefcoat; special nephew (son) Charles Jackson and wife Joycee of Ellisville; and sisters Bea Robinson and husband Ray of Soso and Martha Ann Nelson and husband Harold of Sylvarena.
    Pallbearers will be Steve Robinson, Carl Hill Jr., Gary Little, Jay Smith, Keith Robinson and Jeff Stephens. Honorary pallbearers will be Garland Miles, Allen Jones, Joe Fowler, Jim Ellzey and Charles Jackson.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Billie Gilmore Ishee Sr.
   Billie Gilmore Ishee Sr., 70, of Sandersville died Thursday, April 24, 2013, at his residence.
    Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oakland Grove Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Brother Mike Powell and Rev. Jim Balliet will officiate.
    Mr. Ishee was a truck driver for Halliburton, a veteran of the U. S. Army and a member of Oakland Grove Baptist Church. He loved woodworking.
    He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack Delano Ishee and Lonnie Gavin Ishee; parents Garvin L. (Opa) and Agnes (Oma) Ishee.
    Survivors include his wife, Marion (Maggie) Pennington Ishee of Sandersville; son Billie G. (Gil) Ishee Jr. and wife Karen of Laurel; daughter Vickie Tolbert and husband Wayne of the Sharon community; grandchildren Kayla Ishee and Trevor Ishee; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
    Pallbearers will be Wayne Tolbert, Michael Ishee, Charles Ishee, Bert Casper, Rusty VanScoyk and Terry Master Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Trevor Ishee and Tom Ishee.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Marie Elizabeth Magee
   Marie Elizabeth Magee of the Hebron Community passed away April 24, 2013 at the residence of her son.
    Graveside services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Hebron Cemetery. Rev. Zeb Manning will officiate. Visitation will be from 8-10 a.m. Friday at Memory Chapel Funeral Home.
    She was a member of Hebron United Methodist Church.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Katie Graves; her brothers, Charles Graves, Burnis Graves and Houston Graves; and great-granddaughter Reed Elise Magee.
    She is survived by her son, Billy Magee and wife Lana of the Hebron Community; her grandsons, Derek Magee and wife Laverne of Beaumont and Brian Magee and wife Amanda of Hebron; three great-grandchildren, Christian Magee, Hannah Summerlin and Kendall Magee; and special sister-in-law Mary Ann Graves.
    Pallbearers will be Derek Magee, Brian Magee, Christian Magee, Mark Graves, Jason Allred and Taylor McLemore Jr. Honorary pallbearer will be Michael Graves.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Ronald Leneil West
   Ronald Leneil West, 77, of Hattiesburg died April 24, 2013 at Southwest Regional Medical Center in McComb.
   Services will be at 3 p.m., Sunday at 19th Avenue Baptist Church in Hattiesburg, followed by burial in Roseland Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 5-8 p.m. at Moore Funeral Home in Hattiesburg.
   Mr. West was a graduate of Ole Miss Pharmacy School and longtime pharmacist at Southwest Drugs. He was a member and deacon of 19th Avenue Baptist Church and a member of Gideons International.
   He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Faye West; parents William and Erette West; a sister, Ann Baucum; and a brother, Paul West.
   He is survived by a son, Ron (Paula) West Jr. of Summit; a daughter, Rhonda West (Mike) Lowe of Celina, Texas; four grandchildren, Jeff (Ashlie) West of Petal, Christopher (Heather) Ramos of Commerce, Texas, Catherine (Jeremy) Lofton of Ocean Springs and Shelby Lowe of Celina, Texas; two brothers, Marvin West of Lexington, Ky. and Vic (Louise) West of Laurel; a sister, Maxine Stringer of Maryville, Tenn.; and numerous nieces and nephews.
   Memorial donations may be directed to: Camellia Ministries (P.O. Box 1267, Hattiesburg, MS 39403) located at 133 Mayfair Rd., Hattiesburg, MS 39402.

Robert Dale Smith
   A gathering to celebrate the life of Robert Dale Smith, 51, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday at First Baptist Church in Corinth with Brother Dennis Smith officiating.
   Local services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow in Hickory Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5-8 p.m. at Memorial Funeral Home and from 11 a.m. until service time at the church on Saturday. Local visitation will be from noon until the time of service on Sunday at Memory Chapel of Laurel.
    Dale died on Monday, April 22, 2013 at Magnolia Regional Hospital. He was born in Laurel on Feb. 9, 1962 to Robert Aron Smith and the late Anna Grace Ishee Smith. Dale received his Bachelors of Music Education from Delta State and went on to instruct band and teach general music for more than 22 years. He led the band programs and taught music for one year in St. Petersburg, Fla., three years in Lucedale, one year in Leakesville, three years in McComb, one year at Kossuth High School and had been teaching for 13 years at Biggersville at the time of his death.
    He enjoyed being the band instructor at Biggersville and showed great pride and discipline. He always gave 110 percent and expected no less from his students. Along with being the band instructor, he taught a music class for kids with special needs. Dale knew how to express himself to his special needs students due to the fact that his son has autism, also loves music and plays in the band at Northeast Community College.
    Along with his father, Dale is survived by his wife of 28 years, Karen Bellew Smith and one son, Joshua Dale Smith, both of Corinth; three brothers, Doug Smith and wife Stacy, Dean Smith and wife Nell, and David Smith; one sister, Dorothy Pledger and husband John, all of Laurel; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of local arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Alton F. Brown
   Alton F. Brown, 82, of Laurel died Monday, April 22, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel.
   The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Providence Baptist Church in Laurel, with burial in the Oak Hill No. 2 Cemetery. Rev. Joe Cooley will officiate. Visitation will be from noon-2 p.m. Saturday at the church.
   Alton was educated in Attala County and accepted Christ at an early age in Kosciusko. He later moved to Laurel in the early 1950s and became a truck driver for several years before accepting employment at Pine Belt Ready Mix Concrete, where he remained employed until his health failed and he became disabled.
   Alton was a dedicated family man and rededicated his life by joining Providence Baptist Church, where he served as a trustee. He was a friendly, smiling, outgoing man who loved to grin.
   He was preceded in death by his mother, Maudie Brown; father Floyd Brown; stepmother L.A. Brown. four brothers, Elijah “E.W.” Brown, Joseph Brown, Loun L. Brown and Floyd Brown Jr.; five sisters, Jessie Dotson, Emma Mae Martin, Lillie Mae Kimbrough, Earline “Pearl” Harderman and Maudie Vealey.
   He is survived by wife Alma Brown of Laurel; children Tonya R. Norris of Joliet, Ill., and Denise Kelly, Monica Bender, Tachia (Charles) Dace and Lamiko “Mickey” (Tarsha) Brown, all of Laurel; adopted daughter Henrietta (Carl) Carmichael of Laurel; brother Robert Brown of Kosciusko; sisters-in-law Helenese Terrell of Laurel, and Margaret Brown and Lucinda Brown, both of Grenada; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three God-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.
   Brown Mortuary, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

John Michael Aricer
   John Michael Aricer, 20, of Laurel died Wednesday, April 17, 2013.
    Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Houston Road Baptist Church. Rev. Tommy Brill will officiate. Burial will follow at Faith Chapel Cemetery on Poole Creek Road, Laurel.
    He was a member of Houston Road Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service on Friday at the church.
   He was preceded in death by his mother, Connie Aricer; and sister Carrie.
    Survivors include his father, Johnnie Aricer of Laurel; two half-brothers, Keith and Corey; and three half-sisters, Syra, Hope and Deena.
    Deacons of Houston Road Baptist Church will serve as pallbearers.
    Memory Chapel of Laurel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Claudine Jones
   Claudine Jones, 89, of Laurel died Monday, April 22, 2013 at Comfort Care Nursing Center.
   The funeral service will be Friday at 1 p.m. at Sun Light Baptist Church in Laurel followed by burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Dennis Mack will officiate. Visitation will be Thursday 6-8 p.m. at the church.
   Bay Springs Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

William Larry Crowson
   Dr. William Larry Crowson, 71, of Hattiesburg died Monday, April 22, 2013 at his home.
   Visitation will be Thursday at Main Street Baptist Church, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., with services immediately following. Burial will be in Highland Cemetery.
   Dr. Crowson received his Doctorate in Education from the University of Southern Mississippi and his Master of Psychology from Mississippi State. He was a former professor at Jones Junior College and William Carey University and was the first director of the Youth Challenge program at Camp Shelby. Dr. Crowson served in the Mississippi National Guard and retired as Brigadier General. He was a member of Main Street Baptist Church, a former member of First Baptist Church of Ellisville, where he served as a deacon and taught Sunday school, and a member of the Ellisville Masonic Lodge.
   He was preceded in death by his parents, Doyle and Ellen Crowson; and a brother, Jerry Walker.
   He is survived by his wife, Judy Crowson of Hattiesburg; two daughters and sons-in-law, Teresa and Tony Rahaim of Hattiesburg and Jennifer and Russell Parker of Ocean Springs; a brother, Leslie Crowson and his wife Linda of Oxford; a sister, Linda Huston of Meridian; three grandchildren, Anthony, Ally and Natalie; a niece, Mary Claire Crowson; and a nephew, David Huston.
   Memorial donations may be directed to: Dr. William L. Crowson Scholarship Fund c/o Mississippi Youth Challenge, Bld. 80, Camp Shelby, Mississippi 39407-550, to be awarded to an outstanding YCP student who will attend JCJC.
   Moore Funeral Home in Hattiesburg is in charge of arrangements.

Byron L. ‘Butch’ Brumfield Jr.
   Byron L. "Butch" Brumfield Jr. passed away Friday, April 19, 2013 after an extended battle with cancer.
   There will be a memorial service on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Houston Road Baptist Church in Laurel, where Butch was a member.
   Butch was born in Laurel, Ms. June 18, 1966. He graduated from Gulfport High School in 1984. After graduation, he attended Mississippi State University. While at MSU, he was critically injured in a car wreck, leaving him a paraplegic. After spending six months at the Shepherd Spinal Rehabilitation Center in Atlanta, Ga., he returned to MSU, where he received his undergraduate degree and obtained a master’s in vocational rehabilitation. While working on his master’s, he wrote grants for the Vocational Rehabilitation Department.?
   Upon graduation he entered the medical consulting field and lived independently until his health failed. He was welcomed by his parents when he returned home to stay with them until his death.
   Butch was an avid NASCAR fan. Dale Earnhardt was his favorite driver and he attended the Talladega race many times. He was also a computer-savvy technical person, earning his Microsoft Certified Engineering degree. ?
   He is survived by his parents, Byron L. Brumfield Sr. and Janet Fleming Brumfield of Laurel; brothers Chris, wife Melissa Cooper Brumfield and their sons Tanner and Cooper and daughter Caroline, and Benjamin and his daughter Anna; Uncle W. B. “Bill” Brumfield; maternal grandmother Delorce Fleming. ?   He was preceded in death by maternal grandfather Ralph Fleming; paternal grandparents William B. Brumfield Sr. and Ruth Davis Brumfield; aunts Susan Brumfield and Lynne Fleming Smith. ?
   The family offered a special thanks to Drs. Phillip Ley, Carolyn Cegielski and Ross Ward, fifth-floor Baptist Hospital nurses and hospice care-givers Bonny Brown and Kevin Long. ?
   It was his wish that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the “Wounded Warriors Project.Org.”

Sherry J. Bush
   Services for Sherry J. Bush, 51, of Laurel, who died Saturday, April 21, 2013 at South Central Regional Medical Center, will be Wednesday at New Fellowship Baptist Church at 10 a.m. Interment will be at the New Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home.
   Jones and Son Funeral Home of Moselle is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.jonesandsonfh.com

Ronald William Sellers
   Mr. Ronald William Sellers, 55, of Moody, Ala., passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at Trinity Medical Center following a brief illness.
   Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Parkview Baptist Church Life Center.
   Mr. Sellers is survived by wife Heather Lynne Sellers; sons Justin Sellers and Jake Sellers; daughters Anja Sellers and Brooke Diel; mother and dad Patricia L. and Ma. Robert “Bob” Maywhort U.S.M.C. (retired); father and stepmother Tommy and Judy Sellers; sister Rhonda Faye Sellers; brother Adam Maywhort; grandchildren Jaden Sellers, Brock Diel and Brayden Diel; nephew Ross Bass; and nieces Amanda Boutwell and Rianna Fischer.

Margaret Weisheit Mayfield
   Margaret Weisheit Mayfield, 88, formerly of Laurel, died Sunday, April 21, 2013, at Brandon Nursing Home.
    Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Memory Chapel.
    Margaret was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bob” Mayfield; two grandchildren, Richard Estes and Michael McCoy; and three daughters, Michelle Mayfield, Bobbie McCoy and Shirley Donald.
    Survivors include two sons, Robby Mayfield of Laurel and Ricky Mayfield of Stuttgard, Germany; three daughters, Melinda M. McLaurin of Brandon, Macie Houston of Germantown, Tenn. and Margaret Mayfield Mayne of Dacula, Ga.; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
    Pallbearers will be Tony Wheat, Robert McCoy, Jimmy McCoy, Seth McCoy, Jed McCoy and Josh Howard.
    The family would like to thank the staff of Brandon Nursing Home for their loving care.
    In lieu of flowers, the family requests love offerings to Alzheimer’s Association of the South, Mississippi Division, 4803 Harrison Circle, Gulfport, MS 39507 or charity of your choice.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Dorothy Russell
   Mrs. Dorothy Russell, 81, of Huntingdon, Tenn., passed away Sunday, April 21, 2013 at her home.
   Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Dilday-Carter Funeral Home in Huntingdon, Tenn. Brother Andrew Stokes will officiate the services. Interment will follow with graveside services on Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Fair Ridge Cemetery in Stringer. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5-8 p.m. at Dilday-Carter Funeral Home and on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until time of services.
   Mrs. Russell was born May 23, 1931, in Carroll County, Tenn., to the late Felix Reeves and Sidney Hale Reeves. She was a member of the Clarksburg Baptist Church, a former member of the Fair Ridge Baptist Church in Mississippi and a retired bookkeeper for R & R Services.
   She was preceded in death by her husband, Thaddius Russell; three sisters, Wilma Grant, Marie Smith and Moetta Warbritton; and two brothers, James Reeves and Earl Reeves.
   She is survived by two daughters, JoAnn (Gary) Hatch, of Huntingdon, Tenn. and Donna (Keith ) Lutenbacher, of Spring, Texas; two sons, Dean ( Patricia ) Carlisle of New Orleans and Chuck Carlisle of Houston, Texas; a stepson, Tim (Shirley ) Russell Jr. of Jackson, Tenn.; two sisters, Lessie (Robert ) Carden, of Clarksburg, Tenn. and Loretta (Charles) McCay of New Johnsonville, Tenn.; and a brother, Felix ( Essie ) Reeves Jr., of Clarksburg, Tenn. She also leaves 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.
   Colonial Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

Louise Jenkins
   Graveside services are scheduled for 11 a.m. Tuesday at Ellisville City Cemetery for Louise Windham Jenkins, 93, of Ellisville, who died Sunday, April, 21, 2013 in Hattiesburg.
   Mrs. Jenkins was a homemaker and a member of the Ellisville United Methodist Church.
   She was preceded in death by her parents, Bura and Alma Windham; husband Bobby “Monk” Jenkins; and son James Mack Jenkins.
   Survivors include a sister, Lila Sanford of Florence; a daughter, Bobbie Perry of Sumrall; two sons, Roger Jenkins of Hattiesburg and Randy Jenkins of Moselle; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great- grandchildren.
   Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Ruthanne Williams
   Ruthanne Williams, 47, of Bay Springs died Wednesday, April 17, 2013 in Bay Springs.
   There will be a memorial service at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at Bay Springs Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.
    Ruthanne was preceded in death by her parents, George Glenn Williams and Marianne Bowering Phillips.
    Survivors include her brothers, Robert Glenn Williams (Angie) and Stephen Linn Williams (Vickie), both of Bay Springs; sister Mary Williams Jenkins of Bay Springs; stepfather Hillman J. Phillips of Stringer; uncle Buddy Bowering of Madison; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Bay Springs is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelbaysprings.com.

Lola Jane Lee
   Lola Jane Lee, 72, of Laurel died Saturday, April 20, 2013 at University Medical Center in Jackson.
   Funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Memory Chapel of Laurel. Revs. Robert Scruggs and Jamie Altman will officiate. Burial will be in Sharon Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 5:30-8 p.m. at Memory Chapel.
   She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother and an avid LSU fan.
   She was preceded in death by a son, Jeffery (Jeff) Lee; and parents Harold and Ollie May Thompson.
   She is survived by a son, Tim Lee and wife Darlene of Laurel; sister Debbie Rogers and husband Tom of Laurel; grandchildren Matthew Lee, Jessica Lee, Alexis Plankers, Drake Plankers, Megan and Justin West and Savanna Davis; two great-grandchildren; and two special nieces, Carmen Bratu and Tiffany Sumrall.
   Pallbearers will be Mutt Lee, Harold Lee, Vic Lee, E.C. Gardner, James Thaggard and Lewis Houston. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Bryan, Jimmy Bradley, Jonathan Jones and Roy Barnett.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Friends and family can view or sign an online guestbook at www.memorychapellaurel.com.

William Thomas Pettigrew
   William Thomas Pettigrew, 87, of Laurel died Saturday, April 20, 2013 at his residence.
   Funeral services will be Wednesday at 3 p.m. at Tuckers Crossing Baptist Church. Rev Eddie Byrant will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The body will be placed in the church at 2 p.m. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at Memory Chapel of Laurel.
   Mr. Pettigrew was a retired truck driver. He was the last living grandson of Civil War General William Thomas Pettigrew. He was a member of Tuckers Crossing Baptist.
   He was preceded in death by a son, David Adams; and a grandchild, Brian Pettigrew.
   He is survived by his wife, Una Savage Pettigrew; five sons, William David Pettigrew and wife Lisa of Nashville, Tenn., Michael Adams of Sparland, Ill., Mark Adams of Laurel, Shawn Adams of Lakeland, Fla. and Andy Robert Pettigrew of Sandersville; four daughters, Brenda Pettigrew Thatch of Heidelberg, Jerri Adams and Christy Crenshaw, both of Sandersville, and Master Sgt. Diana Adams of Grand Junction, Colo.; 16 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Friends and family can view or sign an online guestbook at www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Robert D. Cochran Jr.
   Robert D. Cochran Jr., 82, of Ellisville died Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Covington County Hospital in Collins.
   Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Ellisville Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Rodgers and Rev. Harold Ishee officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 p.m. at Ellisville Funeral Home.
    Mr. Cochran was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Cochran Sr. and Maudie Lee Cochran; and four sisters, Virginia Mills, Clarice Lowe, Robbie Lee Hood and Odelia Slayton.
    Survivors include his wife, Eleanor Sims Cochran of Ellisville; daughter Deborah Carpenter (Michael) of Ellisville; sister Artelia Knight of Florence; grandchildren Blaine Carpenter (Kala) and John Robert Carpenter (Bonnie); great-grandchildren Emma Grace, Breeze, Cooper, Camp and Daisy Carpenter; and a host of nieces and nephews.
    Pallbearers will be the Deacons Of Lowery Creek Baptist Church.
    Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.ellisvillefuneralhome.com.

Clemmie Sue Russell
   Clemmie Sue Russell, 84, of Laurel died Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Comfort Care Nursing Home.
   Funeral services will be Monday at 2 p.m. graveside at Sunset Gardens Cemetery. Rev. Chris Klingenfus will officiate.
   Mrs. Russell was a retired L.P.N.
   She was preceded in death by her husband, James Delmar Russell.
   She is survived by two sons, Steve Russell and wife Liz and Neil Russell and wife Shelley, all of Laurel; grandchildren Adam Russell and wife Jessica, Kerri Russell, Casey Russell, Zak Russell and wife Olivia and Kristen Russell; great-grandchildren Nathaniel Russell, Sydney Russell and Gavin Walker; two sisters, Tommie Jean Blakeney and Bonnie Fay Vowell, both of Taylorsville.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. Friends and family can view or sign an online guestbook at www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Don Stringer
   Don Stringer, 71, of Stringer went to be with the Lord the morning of April 19, 2013.
   Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Monday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Clear Creek Cemetery in Smith County. Rev. Cliff Jenkins will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Sunday at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.
   PawPaw Don was full of life and loved his family and grandchildren to no end.
   Mr. Stringer graduated from Stringer High School in 1960. He remained close to his classmates throughout the years, especially Jerry Dykes, Billy Joe Gillcrest and Tommy Jeff Buckley. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Laurel.
   Mr. Stringer served four years in the Air Force as a jet mechanic stationed in Selma, Ala. at Craig Air Force Base. After serving in the Air Force, he went back to work at Masonite as an electrician. He retired after 40 years of hard work and dedication.
    Mr. Stringer was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Lorraine Stringer; brothers Billy Ray and I.W. Stringer.
    He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Linda Stringer. They have two sons, Jeffrey Don and wife Ashley Shows Stringer, and Jimmy Glenn and wife Ashley Myrick Stringer; four grandchildren that he loved dearly and always brightened his day: Kelly Stringer, Kinsley Stinger, Addison Stringer and Hannah Johnson, and a special granddaughter by heart, Marleigh Brannon.
   PawPaw will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
   Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Michael J. ‘Kood’ Cooper Sr.
   Michael J. “Kood” Cooper Sr., 56, of Laurel died at South Central Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, April 16, 2013.
   The funeral service will be Saturday at 1 p.m. at Providence Baptist Church. Rev. Joe Cooley will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery No. 2.
   Malone Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Osie Jerrell Ratcliff Jr.
   Osie Jerrell Ratcliff Jr., 21, of Laurel died Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at his residence.
   The funeral service will be Saturday at 1 p.m. at Spring Hill United Methodist Church in Montrose. Visitation will be Friday, 6-8 p.m., at Bay Springs Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.

Dorothy Cooley
   Dorothy Cooley, 70, — “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — died Monday, April 15, 2013, at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel. She was born March 2, 1943 in Jones County to the late Aaron and Lena Ray Cooley.
   Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Testament Interdenominational Church in Ellisville. The eulogy will be done by Rev. Kenneth Cannon. Visitation will be at 9-11 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Burial will be at Mount Williams Cemetery in Hebron. Repass will follow at the home of Ketrenia and David Hare.
   She was preceded in death by her grandparents, lots of aunts, uncles and cousins; father Aaron Cooley, and her son, Maurice Cooley.
    Dorothy was the oldest girl of 10 children. She is survived by her mother, Lena Ray Cooley of Laurel; a daughter, Kimberly Michelle (Byron) Perkins of Greenville, S.C.; a son, Daniel Cooley of Joliet, Ill.; four brothers, Fred (Bonnie) Cooley of Menden, La., Alvin and Anthony Cooley, both of Los Angeles, Calif., and Johnnie (Robbie) Cooley of Taylorsville; five sisters Mavis (Gale) Fisher of Senatobia, Cheryel (Kenneth) Cannon of New Albany, Ketrenia (David) Hare of Taylorsville, Cynthia (Kevin) Keys of Collins and Jennifer (Robert) Taylor of Aurora, Ill.; five grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
    Young’s Funeral Home in Taylorsville was in charge of arrangements.

Deanna D. Bourgeois
   Deanna D. Bourgeois went to be with Jesus on Monday, April 15, 2013, at her home in Laurel.
   Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday followed by a memorial service of family and close friends. Rev. Drew Blanton will officiate.
    She was a retired member of the Laurel Board of Realtors and a co-owner of Southern Realty Associates.
    She is survived by her husband, William Paul Bourgeois; daughters and step-daughter, Angie King, Joanna Wright (Richard), Penny Grubb and Aimee Daigle; and grandchildren, Rick, Sarah and Katie Wright; John and Hannah Grubb; and Emily and Noah Diagle.
    The family is especially grateful for the excellent and compassionate care shown by Dr. Shannon Penland and Gail Phipps of Jefferson Medical Associates and Mallorie Kitchens of Comfort Care Hospice.
    In lieu of flowers, it is the family’s wish that you would consider making a donation to Comfort Care Hospice of Laurel.
   Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

James Orien Flaherty
   James Orien Flaherty, 48, of Ellisville died Monday, April 15, 2013, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg.
    Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Memory Chapel of Laurel with burial to follow at Hickory Grove Cemetery. Rev. Kenny Smith will officiate. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Memory Chapel.
    Mr. Flaherty was a maintenance director with Ellisville State School and was of the Methodist faith.
    He was preceded in death by his parents, Cleilan Orien Flaherty and Shirley Pauline Jones Flaherty.
    Survivors include his aunt, Lillian James Flaherty Walker of Petal; fiancée, Marla Upton of Stringer; two half-brothers, Billy Bond and Danny Bond; and a host of first cousins.
    Pallbearers will be Paul Graham, Buddy Easterling, Lee Upton, Kent Mauldin, Kenneth O’Neal and Mickey Bond. Honorary pallbearers will be John Ellis and Vanoy Graham.
    Memory Chapel is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guest book, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.