Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Annie Clarice Bridgers
Jul 5, 2025
Clarice Bridgers lived a life rooted in faith, filled with love, and guided by a deep sense of purpose. After a remarkable 52-year career in nursing, she dedicated her retirement years to what she cherished most: her Church, her family, and her friends.
Clarice’s journey in nursing began at Baptist Hospital, where she lived on-site as part of her rigorous training...
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...
Charles Donald Moran
Jul 15, 2025
Charles Donald Moran, 88, went home to be with his Lord, early morning July 15, 2025.
Charles was born on February 7, 1937, to John Parish Moran and Virgie Yates Moran. Growing up he enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as playing football, basketball and track at Bay High School, Bay St Louis, Ms.
He went on to marry Gaylon Strahan, also...
Gary Michael Wilson, Sr
Jul 14, 2025
Gary Michael Wilson passed from this world to the arms of Jesus in the early morning of July 14, 2025
He was born November 29th, 1959 in Jackson, Mississippi and attended French Camp Academy. He lived most of his life in and around Jackson except for a brief time in Miami, Florida where he was employed as a sheet metal worker....
Margret Stocker Berry
Jul 14, 2025
Margret Stocker Berry, 93 years of age, born July 10, 1932, went to be with her loving Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 14, 2025. She was the daughter of Clyde Everett and Alma Seay Holmes. Margret lived most of her life in Jackson, MS and graduated from Central High School. She retired from BellSouth.
Being an avid gardener, her...
Hilda Bryant
Jul 12, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Hilda Lee Bryant
November 21, 1931 – July 12, 2025
With heavy hearts, we celebrate the life of Hilda Lee Bryant, who passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the age of 93. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Hilda was a true “steel magnolia”. She was graceful, strong, and deeply rooted in her faith.
Born on...
Aubrey Wayne Morris
Jul 10, 2025
Aubrey Wayne Morris, known to most simply as “Wayne,” passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 83 years old.
Wayne was born in Tate County, Mississippi, one of ten siblings in a hardworking and close-knit family. Raised under the steady hand of his father, a ranch manager, Wayne learned early the value of...
Opal Johnson
Jul 10, 2025
Opal Johnson, 86, of Richland, MS passed away peacefully in her home on July 10th from natural causes. Opal was preceded by her parents Ben and Gertrude Miller and husband Joe, daughter, Santa Corbin. She was the youngest of five children born in an unpainted house in Doddsville MS. Her parents later moved to Kosciusko, MS where she grew up.
Opal...
Harvey Clifton Scarbrough
Jul 7, 2025
Harvey Clifton Scarbrough, fondly known as "Boe," passed away peacefully at home in Terry, Mississippi, on July 7, 2025, at the age of 63. Born in Simi Valley, California, on February 11, 1962 to Malcom Scarbrough and Ruby Phillips Scarbrough.
Boe was a seasoned auto mechanic, known for his skill and expertise, and he dedicated countless hours to his craft. His...
Kathy Faye Tagert
Jul 4, 2025
Kathy Faye Tagert, born on February 24, 1960, in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in her hometown on July 4, 2025. A devoted member of her community, Kathy dedicated more than 40 years of service to Tillman Furniture, where she was known for her hard work and commitment.
Her life was filled with love and family. Kathy is survived by her...
Ardeth Marie Barlow
Jul 3, 2025
On Thursday, July 3, Ardeth Marie Barlow of Florence, peacefully passed at the age of 91. She graduated from Copiah-Lincoln Community College with an Associate in Arts. She later studied at Mississippi College and then University of Southern Mississippi where she received her Bachelor’s in Science. She taught History at Florence High School. She enjoyed reading, cooking, and travelling. She...
Robert Parker Adams
Jul 3, 2025
Robert Parker Adams was born November 19, 1937, in Jacksonville, FL to William Jefferson Adams, Jr. and Myrtle Mae Parker Adams. Mr. Adams passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at the age of 87, having enjoyed a long and fruitful life.
He was preceded in death by his parents and first wife, Mary Orr Adams.
Left to cherish his legacy are...
Edwin Bingham
Jul 3, 2025
Edwin "Ed" Bingham, a beloved man known for his sweet personality and nurturing spirit, passed away on July 3, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on November 27, 1946, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, Ed lived a life filled with love, connections, and a commitment to his country and family.
Ed proudly served in the United States Air...
Maggie Henderson Brown
Jul 3, 2025
Maggie Henderson Brown, a devoted mother and faithful wife, was born on January 2, 1938, in Raleigh, Mississippi. She passed away peacefully at her home in Byram, Mississippi, on July 3, 2025. A woman of extraordinary character and warmth, Maggie leaves behind a legacy rich in love and dedication, having dedicated her professional life as an esteemed administrator at Pearl...
James Spurgeon Berry
Jun 30, 2025
James Spurgeon Berry, 94, passed peacefully at Chateau Pines Assisted Living in Brandon, Mississippi on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Mr. Berry was born to the late Cabe and Martha Mae Berry on February 27, 1931, in New Hebron, Mississippi. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who loved and cherished spending time with his family especially watching his sons...
James Andrew Wilson
Jun 28, 2025
James Andrew Wilson, 54, walked peacefully through God’s gates on June 28, 2025. He was born on July 5, 1970, to Wilmer Doyle Wilson, Jr., and Elnora Marie Wilson.
James was an adventurous child who turned into an amazing man. He had no fear. He would jump off of a house when his brother dared him to; from there, he moved...
Helen Doris Hamel
Jun 27, 2025
Helen Doris Hamel passed away Friday, June 27, 2025, at her residence in Terry, MS. She was 96 years of age. Doris was born in Magee, MS on April 14, 1929, to the late Derrie Currie and Aimee Martin Currie.
Doris retired from the Jackson Public School System. She was a member of Wynndale Baptist Church where she enjoyed cooking many...
Dwayne Tyler Lang
Jun 26, 2025
Dwayne “Tyler” Lang passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Jackson, MS. Tyler was born on April 23, 1992, to Dwayne Delos Lang and Elizabeth Ann Humphrey Goldman in Jackson, MS. Tyler had a huge heart, and he was loved by so many family members and friends alike. He loved his children Khloe and Kaiden dearly and enjoyed spending...
Charles Jonathan Johnston
Jun 26, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Jonathan Johnston, 69, graced the gates of heaven on June 26, 2025. He was born on November 6, 1955, in Yazoo City, MS, to Jay A. Johnston and Mattie Gwendolyn Powell Johnston.
Charlie served his country as a member of the United States Army. He loved to read, complete puzzles, and watch “NCIS.” He was also devoted to his...
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