Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

Mark Gabriel Peszynski

Mark Gabriel Peszynski

Jul 17, 2025

Mark Gabriel Peszynski passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in Flowood, MS. He was 64 years old. The family will received friends and extended family for visitation from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The Celebration of Life will follow at 4:00 p.m.

Mark was born on June 7, 1961, to Bruno...

Geneva McSparrin

Geneva McSparrin

Aug 6, 2025

Obituary to follow. 

Harold Glynn Dear

Harold Glynn Dear

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...

Helene L Youngblood

Helene L Youngblood

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....

Helen R Hinson

Helen R Hinson

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...

Robert Gentry Blaine, III

Robert Gentry Blaine, III

Aug 2, 2025

Robert Gentry Blaine, III, known as "Rob," passed away on August 2, 2025, in Flowood, MS. Born on November 10, 1950, in Flowood, He was born to the late Robert Gentry Blaine, Jr and Isabella Mary "Scottie" fMcKenzie Blaine of Byram. He graduated from Byram High School in the class of '69.

Rob owned and operated his own business, ABC Pallets,...

Lathan C Brown

Lathan C Brown

Jul 31, 2025

Lathan Carlyle Brown, eighty-seven years old, peacefully passed away July 31st, 2025 at his home in Terry, Mississippi surrounded by loved ones.  He died from complications resulting from his battle with Parkinson's Disease over the past several years. 

He was born August 21st, 1937 to the late Dessie Myrle and Lloyd Brown of Bruce, Mississippi.

Lathan was the beloved husband and best...

William Tucker III

William Tucker III

Jul 30, 2025

William “Bill” Tucker,III, born on July 11, 1958, in Jackson, Mississippi,to William Tucker, Jr and Katherine Jones Tucker.  Bill passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Clinton, Mississippi. 

Bill was a dedicated professional who served as a superintendent for the Mississippi Department of Transportation, where he made significant contributions throughout his career.He was not only known for his professional achievements...

Bobby Joe Parker

Bobby Joe Parker

Jul 30, 2025

Bobby Joe Parker, know to most as Bob, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Brandon, MS. He was 91 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 31, 2025, and again on Friday, August 1, 2025, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral...

Robert Allen Grantham

Robert Allen Grantham

Jul 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Robert Allen Grantham was called home to Heaven on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, surrounded by his family and his friends until his final moments. Robbie, or as he was known to those who love him: Rob, Roup, Rooster, Racker, Robster the Lobster, Roberto, “Champ”, “Legend”, most importantly; friend, uncle, brother, son,...

Noel Haynes

Noel Haynes

Jul 27, 2025

Noel Haynes, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 27, 2025, in Richland, Mississippi, at the age of 86. Born on December 22, 1938, in Birmingham, Alabama, he was the son of Noel Haynes Sr. and Lola Mae Seymour Haynes.

His commitment to his profession was matched only by his dedication to his family and faith. A...

Laura E. Smith

Laura E. Smith

Jul 26, 2025

Laura Evangeline May Smith of Jackson, Miss., passed away on July 26, 2025 at home after bravely living with glioblastoma for the past year. She was a much beloved mother, wife, sister, daughter-in-law and friend. Born and raised in Oklahoma City, she moved to Hattiesburg, Miss. and attended the University of Southern Mississippi (USM). It was in Hattiesburg where she...

Martha Parker Brady

Martha Parker Brady

Jul 23, 2025

Martha Elizabeth Brady, 70, of Richland, MS entered the gates and arms of our Savior on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Merit Health River Oaks with her family by her side.

She was born on December 20, 1954, in Jones County, Mississippi, to Mr. William Eugene Parker and Mrs. Voncile Virginia Moss Parker.

Martha enjoyed plants, cats, and motorcycles, but most of...

Deborah Ann Bishop

Deborah Ann Bishop

Jul 23, 2025

Deborah Ann Bishop passed from this life July 23, 2025.   She was born in Mississippi to Tom Boleware and Billie Sue McKinley. She is survived by an adoring husband  and the love of her life for 46 years, Walter L. Bishop.  She is also survived by her mother, Billie Sue Robinson of Pearl; three sons, Billy Bishop (Amanda) of...

Roger Lynn Taylor

Roger Lynn Taylor

Jul 22, 2025

Roger Lynn Taylor passed away from his earthly home to his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Star, Mississippi. Born on December 31, 1957, in Lexington, Kentucky, he was 67 years old.

Roger graduated high school from Council Manhattan High School in Jackson, Mississippi and attended college. He enjoyed working in Information Technology Services...

William Earl Greenlee, Jr

William Earl Greenlee, Jr

Jul 21, 2025

William Earl Greenlee, Jr., affectionately known as "Billy," passed away on July 21, 2025, in Terry, Mississippi. Born on January 16, 1967, to William Earl Greenlee, Sr and Margie Creel Greenlee in Greenville, Mississippi.

Billy dedicated his career to sales, where he was well-respected for his work ethic and dedication. His ability to connect with others extended beyond his professional life,...

Larry Golden

Larry Golden

Jul 18, 2025

James "Larry"  Golden went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 18, 2025, he was 76 years old. The services to remember his life will be handled by Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS. There will be a visitation held at Raymond Road Baptist Church in Jackson, MS on Monday, July 21st from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Then again...

Deborah Lynn Wainis

Deborah Lynn Wainis

Jul 17, 2025

Deborah Lynn Wainis passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in Jackson, MS. She was 54 years old.

Deborah was born on November 27, 1970, to Robert W. Wainis and Sandra Solberg in Desplaines, IL. She loved her family dearly. Especially her grandson Kaiden, whom he affectionately knew as Nini. Her children were her first priority, and she made sure that...

Christopher Lemul Jennings

Christopher Lemul Jennings

Jul 17, 2025

Christopher Lemul Jennings, age 60, of Canton, Mississippi, went home to be with the Lord—and his beloved dog Moe—on Thursday, July 17, 2025.

Chris was born on April 15, 1965, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Mr. and Mrs. Chalmers Lawrence Jennings. He grew up in Terry, Mississippi, the youngest of five children—Peggy, Janie, Travis, and Chuck. Chris graduated from Central Hinds Academy...

James Freeman Webb, Jr.

James Freeman Webb, Jr.

Jul 16, 2025

James Freeman Webb, Jr (72) of the Monterey Community passed away on July 16, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Born on Feb 16, 1953, in Brandon, MS, he was a 1973 graduate of Brandon High School.

James served the Monterey Community through his Church, Fire Department, and the Water Association. He was a lifelong member of Briar Hill Baptist...