Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

Aug 24, 2025

On August 24, 2025, Josephine Barron, 88 years of age, was called home to her Lord and Savior. She was born in Tucson, AZ, on February 1, 1937 to Charles and Rita Hayden. Josephine was the oldest of 8 children and a lifelong resident of Byram. She attended Central High School. She worked many years at Hardins Bakery as office...

Aug 23, 2025

Surrounded by his beloved family, Charles L. Cleveland passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025. He was a man of few words but when he spoke his words were worth hearing. He will be remembered for his quiet strength, his generosity, his unwavering faith and love for his Lord and Savior and his love for his family that brought...

Aug 22, 2025

Theresa Weeks Seay, born on July 14, 1954, to James and Earline Weeks,  passed away in her home state  August 22, 2025.  Theresa leaves behind a legacy marked by her unwavering commitment to her career and her deep love for her community.

For many years, Theresa thrived at Tim Parkman Insurance Company, where she not only excelled professionally but also built...

Aug 22, 2025

Willie Merle Pigg, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, peacefully departed this life on August 22, 2025, at her daughter's residence surrounded by family. She was born on May 14, 1934, in North Perry County, Alabama, and lived a life that was rich with love, faith, and cherished family memories.

Willie was deeply rooted in her Christian faith as a Nazarene...

Aug 22, 2025

Emma Jean Pittman, known affectionately as Jeannie, was born on August 19, 1946, in Ft. Benning, Columbus, Georgia, and passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her beloved family. She was the cherished daughter of the late James Tillman and Ruth Yancey Johns, and sister to the late Dudley Johns and Janice Coutch.

Jeannie was a...

Aug 21, 2025

Curtis Duley Williams, lovingly known as “SLOW,” passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 46. He was born on April 17, 1979, and was a lifelong resident of Pearl, Mississippi. 

Curtis was a devoted father, a beloved brother, and a cherished friend. He will be remembered for his vibrant smile, his big heart, strong spirit, and the love...

Aug 21, 2025

Lee Oneal Holley passed away from his earthly home to his Heavenly home on Thursday, August 21, 2025, in Richland, MS. He was 85 years old. The family will received friends and extended family for visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home on Florence, MS. The memorial service will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed...

Aug 19, 2025

Katherine Eglah Harvey Hovel went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, with her beloved children by her side. She was 64 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS, with a chapel service beginning at...

Aug 18, 2025

On Monday August 18, 2025, Carmen Ilene Andrews a loving wife, mother and grandmother went into the arms of Jesus. Carmen was born on January 8, 1928, in Rankin County MS to Steve Allen and Gerda Herlitz Smith.

Carmen married Charles W. Dougherty and they raised 11 children: Zita, Oscar, Julie, Benny, Karl, Ray, Frances, Lita, Tina, Penny and Rusty

Carmen is...

Aug 17, 2025

Virginia Shows Sellers died August 17, 2025. She was born February 10, 1942 in Magee, MS.

She is preceded in death by her husband William Sellers, her parents Leo and Lavelle Meader Shows, a brother Keitha L. Shows, a sister Iva Hilton (Bubba) and a nephew Danny Shows.

Her survivors are sons, William Jr. (Tina), Robert (Kristi), three grand-daughters Darla McDaniel (Robert)...

Aug 14, 2025

Sandra Ann Kuhn, a beloved community figure, passed away on August 14, 2025, in Byram, Mississippi, at the age of 84. She was born on November 17, 1940, in Magnolia, Mississippi, to Emmett O'Quinn and Ethel Lewis O'Quinn. Ann's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, profound love for her family, and a lifelong commitment to nurturing young minds.

As...

Aug 13, 2025

Helen Margaret Smith Lawrence passed from this world into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, in Carthage, MS. She was 91 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Lakeshore Church in Byram, MS. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 with burial to follow...

Aug 13, 2025

Gary Donaldson, born on November 3, 1952, in Columbia, MS to Roscoe Donaldson and Annie Mae Stampley Donaldson.  Gary passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, in Byram, MS. He was a dedicated diesel mechanic, known for his exceptional skills and strong work ethic throughout his career.

Gary possessed a warm heart and was especially known for his compassion toward animals....

Aug 12, 2025

Mrs. Nellie "Virginia" Sojourner, age 93, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at her home in Terry, Mississippi, the town where she was born on April 22, 1932, and spent her entire life devoted to faith, family, and community.

Affectionately known as “Snook” by those closest to her, Virginia was a steadfast presence in the lives of many. Though she...

Aug 9, 2025

Aug 6, 2025

Jean Howell Puckett Born April 24, 1928 – Mize, Mississippi Passed peacefully on August 6th, 2025 in Jackson, MS

Jean Howell Puckett was born in Mize, Mississippi on April 24, 1928, to Bethel and Ruby Howell. She attended Mize Public Schools and later earned a diploma certificate from South Mississippi Charity Hospital, ultimately becoming a registered nurse.

Jean dedicated over 40 years...

Aug 6, 2025

Florence Geneva McSparrin, 91, of Raymond, MS passed away on August 6, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Geneva was born on November 17, 1933 in Purvis, MS to James Acey Cagle and Lillie Elizabeth (Whiddon) Cagle. She worked for the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) in Jackson for 30 years. Upon retiring from MEPS, she worked part-time at Hinds Community...

Aug 2, 2025

Harold “Bud” Glynn Dear entered his Heavenly home on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Clinton, MS. He was 87 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with burial following at Floral Hills Memory...

Aug 2, 2025

Helene Youngblood passed away on August 2, 2025, at Pine Crest Guest Home in Hazlehurst, Mississippi.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at First Christian Church in Leesville, Louisiana. Burial will follow at New Kisatchie Cemetery, located on Hwy. 118 in Kisatchie, Louisiana (Natchitoches Parish).

Jeane's Funeral Service of Leesville is in charge of arrangements....

Aug 2, 2025

Helen Ragus Hinson, 80, of Byram, MS passed away peacefully on August 2nd in her home surrounded by her family.

Helen was born in Pioneer, Louisiana and spent most of her life in Natchez, MS. Helen married Natchez native, Carl Hinson and together they had four children. She retired from Natchez Regional Hospital and soon after moved to the Jackson metro...