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Ms. Hazel Nell Edwards

Ms. Hazel Nell Edwards

Nov 12, 2020

Hazel leaves to cherish her precious memories; husband, Aaron J. Edwards of West Point, MS; two daughters: Vonda Knight (Michael) and Sonia G. Edwards; four grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Ophelia Stallings

Mrs. Ophelia Stallings

Nov 10, 2020

After relocating to St. Louis, MO she joined Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church where she faithfully served as a member of the Mass and Senior choir, Supervisor of the Youth Choir, President of the Building Fund, and devoted Mother of E.M.B. Mother’s Board. Ophelia was a pillar of her community known for her witty charm and infectious personality. Her mission was...

Ms. Michella Spencer

Ms. Michella Spencer

Nov 8, 2020

She leaves to cherish her precious memories; a loving mother, Katie L. Smith; son, Jarques Madison; two daughters: Xaviera Spencer and Quenesha Fulton; one granddaughter, Kamiyah Robertson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Mrs. Carrie Mae Stevenson

Mrs. Carrie Mae Stevenson

Nov 7, 2020

Mother Stevenson leaves to cherish her memories; her son, Pastor Robert L. Stevenson, Sr. (Vivian); her sisters: Hattie B. McMullen of Ackerman, MS; Willie Mae Beard of Cleveland, OH; and brother, Shannon McMullen, Jr. of Ackerman, MS; her grandchildren and great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Ms. Patricia Hudson Smith

Ms. Patricia Hudson Smith

Nov 3, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memories; daughters, Tamela Henderson and Natrosalyn Henderson of McComb, MS; sons, Reginald Henderson (Celeste) of Riverview, FL; and Mark Henderson of Delray Beach, FL; stepdaughter, Melony Horton (Kempton) of Jackson, MS; grandchildren: Gregory Butler, Chakevia Erving (Gredarrius), Deion Henderson, Patrick Dillon (Heather), Javian Henderson, Kaliah Henderson, Ja-Sara Jackson; great-grandchildren: Tamiah Butler, Taliyah White, Taylin Erving,...

Mrs. Norma Jean Carter - Woods

Mrs. Norma Jean Carter - Woods

Nov 1, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memory; her husband, Billie W. Woods of Starkville, MS; two children, Rachel Sharp of Starkville, MS; and Willie (Talisha) Woods of Starkville, MS; one step-son, Billie (Angie) Woods of Savannah, GA; ten grandchildren: Rebecca (Antonio) Neely, Tanya Avery, Damarcus Avery, Lakeshia Avery, Lisa Avery, Billie Blackwood, Charletta McDowell, Genesis Woods, Genise Woods, and Desmond Woods....

Mrs. Inez Vaughn Allen

Mrs. Inez Vaughn Allen

Oct 26, 2020

Mrs. Allen was a retired social worker from Prairie Opportunity, Inc., Starkville, Mississippi. She was a member of Greater Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church. Mrs. Allen is preceded in death by her parents, Jessie James Vaughn, Sr. and Judy Billups Vaughn; stepmother, L.A. Vaughn. She was married for 75 years to the late Roy Allen of Starkville. She is survived by...

Spc. David Lee Gillette

Spc. David Lee Gillette

Oct 26, 2020

David was a U.S. Army veteran who served in the 1st Infantry Division, 3rd Brigade, as a scout for F troop attached to Task Force 2nd Battalion 2nd Infantry in Operation Al-Fajr in Fallujah, and elsewhere in Iraq from April 2004 through March 2005. F troop was awarded the Valorous Unit citation for their service. Born in California, he was...

Deonte Marqueze Lawston

Deonte Marqueze Lawston

Oct 25, 2020

He is survived by his mother, Shenitra Lawston; his father, James Suell both of Starkville, MS; three brothers: Dru and Bryson Lawston both of Starkville, MS; Tyriq Scott of Salado, TX; his grandmothers, Patricia Lawston and Joyce Suell both of Starkville, MS;

Rev. Dr. Ivory Lee Mcdaniel

Rev. Dr. Ivory Lee Mcdaniel

Oct 21, 2020

He leaves to cherish his memories; his wife, Centralia Elaine Carter-McDaniel; daughter, TaSonya Green both of Starkville, MS; five brothers: Willie McDaniel of Pontiac, MI; Robert McDaniel (Gwendolyn) of Bauxite, Arkansas; Samuel McDaniel of Anchorage, AK; Leon Noble (Angelia) of Atlanta, GA; Karlos Noble of Pontiac, MI; two sisters: Esther McDaniel of Southfield, MI; Erma Woods (Darryl) of Novi, MI;...

Mrs. Gracy Neely-Tolbert

Mrs. Gracy Neely-Tolbert

Oct 21, 2020

Her memory and love will be cherished by her husband, Clinton D. Tolbert; daughter, Tamiko Neely; grandchildren: Terrance D. Neely, Jr., Tieler D. Neely, and Hannah Walker; step-grandchildren: Michael, Shai'Anne, Abigail and Zionne; brother, Eddie Wayne Neely; sisters: Hilda Neely, Helen Neely and Carol Neely; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Ronald "Gotti" Grayer

Ronald "Gotti" Grayer

Oct 20, 2020

He leaves to cherish his memories; his mothers, Roxane Sparks and Cassandra (Frederick) Neely both of Starkville, MS; his father, Ronnie Grayer of Starkville, MS; one grandfather, Joseph Harris of Starkville, Ms; one daughter, Kaislynn Grayer of Starkville, MS; one son, Chasten Grayer of Starkville, MS; one brother, Tyler Grayer of Starkville, MS; two sisters, Tralushus Jones and Ronneishaya Grayer...

Mr. Tom Porter Epps

Mr. Tom Porter Epps

Oct 13, 2020

Tom leaves his good name and legacy with his wife: Sallie, his daughters: LaTanya and Nicole: his grandsons: Sharvin and Elijah; his brothers: John (Dorothy) Harris, Joe (Eunice) Pool, and Mike Jones of West Point, MS; his sisters: Mary (Arthur) Everson, Mattie (Norman) Jamison of West Point, MS, Inell Melton of Chicago IL; brother-in-law: David (Bernice)Wilson of Racine, WI; sisters-in-law:...

Ms. Tracy Dionne Ware

Ms. Tracy Dionne Ware

Oct 13, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memories; two daughters, KeyAndria Lillie Dionne Ware and G'Nyia LeeAnn Herscher; her mother, Willie Mae Colquitt (Stanley; sister, Karen Ware and a grandson, Jermaine Valdez Smith, Jr.

Ms. Courtney Lasonya Rice

Ms. Courtney Lasonya Rice

Oct 12, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memories; her daughter, Alexandria L. Rice; her mother, Ms. Addie M. Rice of Starkville, MS and her father, Mr. Ansel O. Russell of Holly Springs, MS; siblings; Tavedia, Dancell, Danyell, Robert, Lela, Jalen, Rachel, and Jr.; five aunts: Lauren Davis, Catherine Minor, Dora Powers, Dianne Lanier and Alma Williams all of Starkville, MS and uncle,...

Mr. Patrick Leon Reves

Mr. Patrick Leon Reves

Oct 12, 2020

He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving wife of 29 years, Tonya Nichelle Reves; their children, Jeremy Vantrel Reves and Kiesha (Anthony) Ifeacho Reves; his beloved granddaughter, Novalie Olaedo Ifeacho all of San Antonio, TX; a wonderful mother, Stella Mae Swims Reves, of McCarley, MS; two sisters, Patricia Reves of McCarley, MS and Michelle Reves of Saltillo, MS; His...

Mrs. Rosa B. Tabb

Mrs. Rosa B. Tabb

Oct 12, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memories; four daughters: Shirley Lucious, Barbara Reese, Vicky Harris, Sharon Harris; seven sons: Troy Tabb, Andree Tabb, Russell Tabb, Hal Tabb, Douglas Tabb, Stacy Tabb and Marvell Tabb; a sister, Lucille Patrick; her brothers: Wilbur Tate, Sr., Dave Tate, Sr., and Roosevelt Tate. 33 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren and 8 great, great grandchildren.

Baby Jaqwan Leon Bell

Baby Jaqwan Leon Bell

Sep 30, 2020

He leaves to cherish his memories; his mother, Tarigka Bell and his father, Jeremiah Henderson; sister, Gar’Monie Smith and brother, Germen Roberts; maternal grandparents, Tracy Catledge and Christopher Bell; paternal grandparents, Leon and Tonya Jefferson; paternal great grandmother, Doris Jefferson; six aunts: Sanquanette Galloway (Christopher), Miyshia Johnson, Kiara Henderson, Brittany Harris, Aleaha Harris and Kiara Henderson; four uncles: Letiago Catledge,...

Mrs. Annie Eva Austin - Nicks

Mrs. Annie Eva Austin - Nicks

Sep 26, 2020

She leaves to cherish her memories; one son, David Lee Patrick, (Marguerite); six grandchildren: Tommy J. Patrick (Lucille), Jacqueline, David Lee, Jr.(Marjorie), Larry, Anthony (Karen), Jennifer; one grandson, Jeffery preceded her in death; 17 great grands, 25 great, great grands, and four great, great, great grands; other relatives and friends.

Mr. Fred Johnson Jr.

Mr. Fred Johnson Jr.

Sep 23, 2020

He leaves to cherish his memories; his daughter, Jacqueline S. Johnson; one step son, Walter James (Sandra) Hollingshed both of Starkville, MS. Four brothers; Charles (Juanita) Johnson of Starkville, MS; Stanley Vaughn (Ann) Smith of Jackson, MS; Efrom (Melissa) Johnson of Westminster, CO; John Allen Johnson of North Carolina, MS; four grandchildren: Shaquilla Johnson, Shakeeda Johnson, Elijah Johnson and Walter...

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