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Mr. Joseph Mason

Mr. Joseph Mason

Apr 3, 2021

Left to appreciate the memories and legacy of Joseph's life are his loving wife, Beverly Miller Mason of Starkville, MS; his children: Joseph Orshay Mason of Dallas, TX; Anna M. Molton (Anthony) of Crest Hill, IL; Cory M. Mason (Raven) of Joliet, IL; his sisters: Evelena Drammer, Josephine Hall, and Linda Hall all of California; his brothers: Eugene Hall (Gloria)...

Mrs. Carlene Lopaz Smith

Mrs. Carlene Lopaz Smith

Mar 26, 2021

She leaves to cherish her memories, three children: Otis Sydney (Walterine) Jones and Walter Allen (Lee Lee) Smith both of Sturgis, MS, and Carl Samuel Smith of Memphis, TN; two brothers, Gerald (Ann) Alexander of Flint, MI and Tommy Alexander of Silver Springs, MD; one grandchild, Brittany J. Jones of Atlanta, GA and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives...

Mr. James L. Collins Jr.

Mr. James L. Collins Jr.

Mar 18, 2021

James L. Collins Jr. was born August 3, 1956 to the late Goleatha Doss Emerson and James Collins Sr. in Clarksdale. Mississippi. He departed this life on March 18, 2021 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, MS. He was 64 years old. James confessed Christ at an early age at Springhill M.B Church, where he served as an active member...

Mrs. Betty Lou Bankhead - Wicks

Mrs. Betty Lou Bankhead - Wicks

Mar 18, 2021

Mrs. Betty Lou (Bankhead) Wicks, was born April 21, 1939 to the late Viola (Hood) and Sylvester Ben Bankhead. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wright Wicks; a brother, Jimmie Bankhead; three sisters: Pearl Bankhead-Warren, Martha Bankhead-Chandler and Mary Bankhead; a grandson, Willie Young Jr., a great grandson, Tre’veon Bluitt, and daughter- in- law, Beatrice Brown Wicks. Betty...

Mrs. Bessie Mae "Momma Bessie" Tate

Mrs. Bessie Mae "Momma Bessie" Tate

Mar 13, 2021

Bessie Mae Tate was born October 26, 1939 to the late Willie Mae Outlaw and Willie Lee Ward. She entered into eternal peace on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in New Orleans, LA. Ms. Tate gave her life to Christ at an early age. She was a former member of Saint Mark Church of God In Christ, where she was dedicated...

Ms. Myrtle W. Hampton

Ms. Myrtle W. Hampton

Mar 9, 2021

Myrtle is survived by her two children, Allie Chantina Hampton of Starkville, MS, Kenneth Byron Hampton (Nicole) of West Point, MS; grandchildren: Jaden Alexander Hampton, Nicholas James Hampton, Christopher LaShawn Cherry; great-grandchildren, Brylee AlaÏ Hampton, Caysen LaShawn Cherry; sisters: Ella Mae Lindsey, Anna Manning of Starkville, MS, Shyrl Tillman of West Point, MS; Arlene (Randy) Simmons of Alpharetta, GA; Rita...

Mr. Willie Junior Rogers

Mr. Willie Junior Rogers

Mar 6, 2021

He leaves to cherish his memories: a devoted and loving wife, Wilma Rogers; one daughter, Jessica Rogers-Key(Bernard); four sons, Rodney Rhine (Fomicka), Derrick Rogers (Tanette), Keith Rogers, and Jerome Wells all of Starkville, MS; three loving sisters, Eula (Jimmie) Trainer, Bobbie A. (Willie) Coleman, Julia (Robert) Bradford; one brother, John Rogers (Sara) all of Starkville, MS; five grandchildren: Taylor, KyJuan,...

Ms. Tia Marie Boyd

Ms. Tia Marie Boyd

Mar 5, 2021

Tia Boyd was born June 6, 1999, to Willie Collier and Rita Boyd in West Point, Mississippi. She was raised and lived in Starkville, MS. Tia accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church. She graduated from Starkville High School in 2018. Tia departed this life on March 5, 2021. She was preceded...

Mr. Jamario Lamar Jordan

Mr. Jamario Lamar Jordan

Mar 5, 2021

He leaves to cherish his precious memories his parents: Quintin Lamar Jordan and Betty Mae Chandler; one son, Amari Lamar Jordan all of Starkville, MS; three sisters: Turnesia Fason (Tomiko) of Starkville, MS, Nekita Walker (Kenneth) of Memphis, TN, and Christian Jordan, of Starkville, MS; two brothers, Jarvis Jordan and Qu'Varius Robertson all of Starkville, MS; his grandmother, Charlean Chandler,...

Mrs. Jerline C. Harmon

Mrs. Jerline C. Harmon

Mar 5, 2021

She leaves to cherish her precious memories a loving husband of 50 years, Tommie Harmon of Mathiston, MS; one daughter, Jessica Harmon (Antwoine) of Mathiston, MS; one grandson, Gavin Cajar; one sister, Fannie Yates of Eupora, MS; one special niece, Alma (Rob) Herd of Maben, MS; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Mrs. Eva Mae Minor

Mrs. Eva Mae Minor

Mar 4, 2021

Mrs. Eva Mae Minor was born December 28, 1937 in Starkville, MS to George and Alice Askew, they both preceded her in death. Mrs. Minor departed this life on March 4, 2021 at her home in Starkville, MS. Mrs. Minor was a devoted Sunday school teacher and usher at Blackjack Missionary Baptist Church for several years. She retired from Mississippi...

Mr. Larry Conley

Mr. Larry Conley

Mar 3, 2021

He leaves to cherish his precious memories; two daughters, LeKisha Dion Bush and Ursula Lacora Conley; two sons, Antolin Mikel (Brittney) Conley and Bryton O'Larrian Conley all of Starkville, MS; two sisters, Marilyn Ellis (Markus Wilson) of Decatur, GA and Myra Rush of Columbus, MS; six brothers: Randy Conley, Sr., Roy (Arquice) Conley, Walter (Gloria) Conley of Starkville, MS, T.J....

Mr. Saul B. Minor

Mr. Saul B. Minor

Mar 3, 2021

He was born November 16, 1942 to Mr. Henry Minor and Mrs. Lottie Bradford Minor. He accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age and joined Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church. Later, he was ordained as a deacon on August 18, 1974. In 2018, he joined New Beginning Baptist Church and remained active until his death. He loved...

Mr. Justin R. Vaughn

Mr. Justin R. Vaughn

Mar 3, 2021

He leaves to cherish his memories his parents, Robert Vaughn, Sr. and Linda Vaughn; one son, Jalontae Vaughn of Starkville, MS; his fiancé, Shelita Williams of Starkville, MS; his siblings, Angelia (Marcus) Watt of Starkville, MS, Roshanda Vaughn (Michael) Gregory) of Charlotte, NC, and Robert Vaughn, Jr. (Shanquina) of Starkville, MS; one grandmother, Bessie Mae Watt of Starkville, MS; five...

Mr. Derek Darnell Williams

Mr. Derek Darnell Williams

Mar 1, 2021

He leaves to cherish his memories; his children: Tisheri Lawston, Derek Lawston, Jalen Peterson, and Kylin Williams all of Starkville, MS; his mother, Sharon L. Williams of Starkville, MS; sister, Jamishela Williams of Jonesboro, AR; and brother, Tramon Williams; a companion of 23 years, Ms. Letissu Lawston of Starkville, MS; five aunts: Cynthia Hamilton, Annette Brown, Ophelia Spearman, Evelyn Williams,...

Ms. Claraice Riley

Ms. Claraice Riley

Feb 28, 2021

She leaves the cherish her memories her companion, Jimmy Hudson, Starkville, MS; five sons: Cap Riley III, Deundra Riley, Willie B. Riley, Charles Riley all of Starkville, MS, James Earl Riley (Teresa) of Chatsworth, GA; three daughters: LaDonna Riley of Starkville, MS, Angie Riley and Mary Ann Riley of Meridian, MS; one brother, Arthur Davis (Mary) of Starkville, MS; one...

Ms. Alice Barnes

Ms. Alice Barnes

Feb 27, 2021

She was a wonderful mother to Barry (Amy), Tyrone, Katie (Levi), Alvin (Amanda), Abbie (deceased), Carolyn (Marcus), Calvin (Tracy), Evon (deceased), and Donna. She was the world’s greatest grandmother to Torrian, Marcus Jr., Charlotte, Miranda, Kaitlyn, Elsie, Vincent, Davalyn, Myron, Alexia, Alex, Aaron, Amber, Danielle and Allison. She was the world’s greatest great-grandmother to Caidon, Caisdon, Csevin, Morgan, Kameron, Kinsley...

Mr. John H. Harris Jr.

Mr. John H. Harris Jr.

Feb 22, 2021

He leaves to cherish his memories his children: Brenda Malone, Barbara (Mark) Ellis, Vanessa Mondest, Phyllis (Victor) Arnold, Charlene Rice, Mary Campbell, Rhonda ( Keith) Manuel, Johnny (Cynthia) Harris, Fred Rice, and Herbert (Helen) Rice. John also leaves behind his siblings: Betty Martin, Ethel Harris, and Lucille (Charles) Thompson; sisters-in-law: Ann Harris, Hazel Harris, Nancy Ann Elliott, Eddie May (Bruce)...

Ms. Lula Mae Williams

Ms. Lula Mae Williams

Feb 20, 2021

"Granny", as she was affectionately called, leaves to cherish her memories; her children: Harold "Butch" Williams of East Orange, NJ; Peggy Williams-Jones, and Vickey L. Williams of Starkville, MS and John Wayne Williams of Chicago, IL; 14 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 11 great, great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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