Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Fred Morgan Hartzog
Sep 8, 2025
Fred Morgan Hartzog, beloved husband, father, brother, and devoted grandfather, passed away in his home on September 8, 2025 at the age of 67 after a brief battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 10, 1957 in New Orleans, Louisiana, he was quickly adopted by Fred and Sammie Sue Hartzog on Valentine’s Day 1958. He...
Lyndel Roy Beckwith, III
Sep 7, 2025
Lyndel Beckwith, III, 36 years old, passed away on September 7, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and a passion for the great outdoors.
Lyndel was a dedicated supervisor at Malone Metal Roofing in Richland. He was a hard worker and enjoyed working with his hands. He was known for his steadfast commitment to his family, cherishing...
Mary Elizabeth Hollingsworth
Sep 1, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Hollingsworth went to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, September 1, 2025, at her home in Florence, MS. She was 77 years old.
Mary was born on March 24, 1948, to Leroy Shepherd and Lonnie Nell Byrd Shepherd in Florence, MS where she was a member of Clear Branch Baptist Church. She loved the Lord and was a...
Joyce Edwards
Sep 1, 2025
Joyce Elizabeth Edwards, 91, a beloved, wife, mother, memaw, and sister, was born on May 21, 1934, in the heart of Vicksburg, Mississippi, to the parents of Tillman Reuben Collins, and Delia Elizabeth Collins. She went to be with our Lord on September 1, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, leaving behind an indelible mark on the hearts of...
Thomas Anthony Day
Aug 31, 2025
Thomas Anthony “Tony” Day took his last breath on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Jackson, MS. He was 73 years old.
Tony was born on February 6, 1952, to Norba Walter Day and Mary Habilee Davis Day Goad in Vicksburg, MS. He was a master mechanic and loved antique cars. And he enjoyed watching westerns.
Tony is preceded in death by parents;...
Judith Ann Gregg
Aug 29, 2025
Judith “Judy” Ann Matthews-Gregg entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Florence, MS. She was 65 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. A graveside service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Mountain Creek Cemetery in Florence,...
Peggy D Goodwin
Aug 29, 2025
Peggy D. Goodwin, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, was born on June 27, 1954, in the heart of Columbus, Mississippi. She departed this world on August 29, 2025, in Byram, Mississippi, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her.
Peggy was a remarkable woman whose life was characterized by her loving spirit and nurturing nature. She...
William Allan Craig
Aug 28, 2025
William “Bill” Allan Craig passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in Jackson, MS. He was 50 years old.
Bill was born on August 8, 1975, to William B. Craig, Jr. and Joyce Evelyn Huffman Craig in Panorama City, CA. Bill was a simple man who loved fast cars and motorcycles. He was also a collector and trader of vintage toys.
Bill...
David Lonnie Stough
Aug 25, 2025
David Lonnie Stough, born on April 26, 1970, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, passed away on August 25, 2025, at the age of 55. Raised in Lake Village, Arkansas, David went on to attend Lakeside High School, where he began to cultivate the interests and passions that would define him throughout his life.
David dedicated his professional career to working as a...
Josephine Barron
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...
Charles Lafayette Cleveland
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...
Geraldine Noakes
Aug 22, 2025
Geraldine (Gerri) Noakes passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, after an extended illness. She was born on January 25, 1934, in Provo, Utah, to Zella Ann Marrott Noakes and William Wallace Noakes.
A lifelong learner and educator, Gerri earned her master’s degree in special education from Brigham Young University. She devoted her career to supporting children with severe and...
Theresa Weeks Seay
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...
Willie Merle Pigg
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...
Emma Jean Pittman
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...
Curtis Duley Williams
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...
Lee Oneal Holley
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...
Katherine Harvey-Hovel
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...
Carmen I. Andrews
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...
Virginia Sellers
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)...
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