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Mrs. Zerlie Mae Childs-Golden

Mrs. Zerlie Mae Childs-Golden

Feb 18, 2015

On February 18, 2015 the Lord called His daughter, Zerlie Mae Childs-Golden, home. She was born on August 21, 1952 to the late Willie James and Julia Mae Childs. She obtained her education at Henderson High School in Starkville, MS. She became a Christian at an early age and joined New Prairie Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She served as a...

Mr. Earnest "Monk" Jones Jr.

Mr. Earnest "Monk" Jones Jr.

Feb 14, 2015

He is survived by his children: Kennis A. Fair of ST. Paul, MN; Unlandia Kyle of Houston, TX; Kendrick Jones of Starkville, MS; one sister, Annie Margaret Smith of Maben, MS; one brother, David Free of Maben, MS; eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren.

Mr. Timothy Weaver

Mr. Timothy Weaver

Feb 7, 2015

He is survived by his parents: James and Lovie Weaver; four sons: Lamarcus Hunter, Tyrese Weaver, and Jaden Weaver of Starkville, MS; Kendrick Weaver of Dallas, TX; one daughter, Kimberley Weaver of Starkville, MS; one brother, James T. Weaver of Sacramento, CA; three sisters: Melinda Davis-Bridges of Russellville, AK; Juliette Reese of Starkville, MS; and Kimberley Brooks of Starkville, MS;...

Mrs. Lauresa Jones

Mrs. Lauresa Jones

Feb 5, 2015

Lauresa is preceded in death by her father, Willie Louis Moore; her step-father, Willie Clark Jr.; her twin sons, Felix and Frederick Mitchell; and two brothers, Walter James Peterson and Larry Clark. Lauresa leaves to cherish her loving memories, her mother, Lizzie Clark; Thomas E. Jones, father to her children and stepchildren; and six children, Avery Bell of Los Angeles,...

Mr. Londra Carr

Mr. Londra Carr

Feb 4, 2015

He leaves to cherish his precious memories; a loving wife, Doris Carr; one daughter, Elissa; four brothers: Blaine (Wander), William Jr. (Janice), Michael (Bridgette), and Marquis all of Starkville, MS; three sisters-in-law: Mary Reese (Sammie), Verlene Fulton (Dwayne) and Gertrude Allen all of Starkville, MS; four brothers-in-law: Mitchell, Roy Allen (Dorothy), Tony Allen (Mary) and Jimmie all of Starkville, MS;...

Mr. Christopher Bush

Mr. Christopher Bush

Feb 2, 2015

Christopher Bush was born September 1, 1972. He was the first born child of the late Bro. Bernard and Missionary Jeanette Bush. Christopher accepted Christ at an early age. He attended Spring Hill M.B. Church and TrueVine M.B. Church. Later he joined Victory Apostolic Faith Church #2, under the leadership of Mother Mamie J. King. It is now known as...

Mr. Robert "Dj Mule" Neal

Mr. Robert "Dj Mule" Neal

Jan 21, 2015

He leaves to cherish his memory; ten children: Marquita Spencer, Shannon Thompson, Vernon Riley (Allison), Robert Neal, Jr. (Miesha), Melvin Spencer, Robert Wicks, Lawan, Tawan, Michael, and Cedric Lucious all of Starkville, MS; three step-children: Vinita Spencer, Greg Page, Israel Page all of Starkville, MS; two brothers: Jimmie Neal and Jimmie Dell Chandler (Canary); five sisters: Emma Chandler, Betty Neal,...

Mrs. Lorrie J. "Beanie" Perkins-Jefferson

Mrs. Lorrie J. "Beanie" Perkins-Jefferson

Jan 21, 2015

She was employed for 8 years at Emerson Family Planning Center of the Starkville School District. Lorrie (Beanie) leaves to cherish her precious memories a loving husband, Mr. Jerry W. Jefferson of Starkville, MS; her mother whose she loved dearly and cared for Mrs. Mary Perkins Taylor, her father, Mr. Willie Kelley both of Starkville, MS; five daughters: Reesheda Perkins...

Mr. Oscar Lee Brown

Mr. Oscar Lee Brown

Jan 17, 2015

Oscar Lee Brown, the son to the late Robert Brown and Angeline Collier, was born October 14, 1927 in Oktibbeha County. He answered God’s command to return unto Him and his heavenly home on January 17, 2015. At an early age, Oscar accepted Christ and united with the Josey Creek M. B. Church where he remained a faith member until...

Ms. Leona Mcgee

Ms. Leona Mcgee

Jan 14, 2015

She leaves to cherish her memories: a daughter, Debbie McGee Thomas (Joe) of Starkville, MS; two sisters: Lovie Weaver (James) of Starkville, MS; and Lessie James (Frankie) of Connecticut; two grandchildren: Lanitra Thomas and Chet Thomas

Mr. Robert Ray "Bob" Cannon

Mr. Robert Ray "Bob" Cannon

Jan 13, 2015

He leaves to cherish his memories: one son, Leddrekko cannon of Starkville, MS; one daughter, Debra Powers Cook (Chris) of San Diego, CA; two grandchildren: Graham and Carson of San Diego, CA; two sisters: Mary P. Cannon and Naomi Cannon both of Starkville, MS; five brothers: Luther E. Ware of Oakland, CA; James E. Cannon (Barbara) of Baltimore, MD; Curtis...

Mrs. Jeraldine Hall Harris

Mrs. Jeraldine Hall Harris

Jan 12, 2015

She leaves to cherish her memories: six children: Walter Curtis Harris (Pearl) of Bellwood, IL; David Harris (Belinda) of Chicago, IL; Joseph Harris (Mary), Donnie Outlaw (Earnest), Rosella Austin (Reverend James Lee) and Linda Harris all of Starkville, MS; 20 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren.

Mrs. Mary Louise Paster

Mrs. Mary Louise Paster

Jan 9, 2015

She leaves to cherish her memories: two daughters: April Griffin (Terrell) and Juanita Quinn; one son, James Lee Paster; two sisters: Letha Dell Harris (Joe) and Helen Jean Harris (Jesse); two brothers: Roger Ridley (Eva) and Roy Frank Montgomery; four step-sisters: Mary Lee Perry, Ann Macon, Bertha Nash and Ollie Montgomery; eight grandchildren.

Mrs. Dora Mae "Big Mama" Gregory

Mrs. Dora Mae "Big Mama" Gregory

Jan 7, 2015

She leaves to cherish her memories; three children: Sammie Gregory (Nicole), Prewitt Gregory both of Starkville, MS; Michael Gregory (Latrice) of Charlotte, NC; sisters: Shirley Bradford (Arthur) of Charlotte, NC; Bessie Chatman (Eugene) of Chicago, IL; Wanda Young (Jodie) and Barbara Logan of Starkville, MS; brothers: Jessie Logan (Patricia) of Alabama; Walter Logan (Lisa) of Starkville, MS; nine grandchildren; two...

Mrs. Vanessa Ellis-Poole

Mrs. Vanessa Ellis-Poole

Jan 4, 2015

She is survived by her husband, Jeffery Poole; mother, Ezzie Bell-Ellis; one daughter, Ke'Anna Fowler of Memphis, TN; two sons: David Ellis (Amy) of Starkville, MS; and Dominique Ellis of Memphis, TN; three sisters: Patricia Ellis, Tasha Ellis, and Brandi Ellis all of Starkville, MS; two brothers: William Ellis and Matthew Ellis both of Memphis, TN; two grandchildren: Zacoya Ellis...

Minister Ledrekko "Tut" Williams

Minister Ledrekko "Tut" Williams

Jan 3, 2015

He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Menyun Williams of West Point, MS; three sons: Decorey and Ledrekko II of Starkville, Zachary of Columbus; one daughter, Tabitha; God son, Shane of West Point, MS; his mother, Mary Edwards; his father, Curtis Moore (Lorraine); three brothers: Bakari Gibson of Starkville; Chavez Moore (Sharronda) of Tupelo, MS; Gerald Henley (Brittney) of...

Mr. Dero Jones Sr.

Mr. Dero Jones Sr.

Jan 3, 2015

Dero Jones, Sr. was born April 19, 1929 to the late Mary Lou Jones. He departed this life on January 3, 2015 at Oktibbeha County Regional Hospital. He confessed Christ at an early age at St. Paul M. B. Church where he was a life-long member and served faithfully until his death. For his Christian Education, Dero was a certified...

Mr. Marion "Big Fun" Deloach Jr.

Mr. Marion "Big Fun" Deloach Jr.

Dec 29, 2014

He was an employee of Red Cap until his health failed. He leaves to cherish his memories; his wife, Patricia DeLoach; three daughters: Marian DeLoach of Columbus, MS; Marketa DeLoach of Starkville, MS; and Tara Weatherspoon of Tupelo, MS; his mother, Mrs. Lucille Quinn; five brothers: James Weeks, Albert Taylor (Darlene), Michael Quinn, David Quinn all of Mathiston, MS; William...

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