Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Vera Mae Vancil Mooney
Sep 27, 2025
Vera Mae Vancil Mooney, affectionately known as "Mama Mooney" to all who were fortunate enough to know her, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, at the age of 85 in Flowood, Mississippi. Born on October 31, 1939, in Herrin, Illinois, Vera was a beacon of love and kindness, cherished by everyone whose lives she touched.
Vera dedicated a significant part...
Judy Ann Vaughn-Hogan
Sep 26, 2025
Judy Ann Hogan, age 63, was born December 31, 1961, and lived in Florence, MS. She died September 26, 2025, from kidney disease. Her first kidney lasted 27 years.
She was married for 30 plus years to Mark Hogan. Her life was full of love and adventures. Fishing with her family or doing anything with her family was most important in...
Bobby Carroll Reddell
Sep 23, 2025
Bobby Carroll Reddell went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at his home in Florence, MS. He was 75 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 3:00-4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The Memorial Service will follow the visitation at...
James Elton Lawrence
Sep 23, 2025
James Elton Lawrence, 83, took his first breath among angels on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama, to John Ervin Lawrence and Margaret Clower.
James spent all his life in Terry, MS, and was a member of First Baptist Church of Terry. A hardworking man, he spent over thirty years of his life as an industrial mechanic...
George Michael Adams
Sep 21, 2025
George Michael Adams, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. He was born on February 28, 1953, in Jackson, Mississippi, where his journey of kindness, dedication, and service to others began.
George was a deeply caring individual; known for his welcoming demeanor and the ability to put everyone...
B. F. Stephens
Sep 19, 2025
B.F. Stephens, 92, passed away on September 19, 2025. B.F. was born on July 23, 1933, in Collinsville, MS. B.F. was preceded in death by his parents, the late Buren and Beulah Stephens, sisters, Ammie Van Houson, Bobbie Irby, brothers, Kermit Stephens and Carl Stephens.
B.F. and Lucy lived in Laurel the first three years of their marriage then moved to...
Ronald Eric Bridges
Sep 17, 2025
Ronald “Eric” Bridges went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, in Braxton, MS. He was 46 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 19, 2025, and again on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Florence in Florence, MS....
Patricia Ann Hall-Hardin
Sep 14, 2025
Patricia Ann Hall-Hardin, known to most as “Pat” or “Trish", went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at her home in Florence, MS. She was 81 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, and again on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 10:00-11:00...
James H. Moore
Sep 10, 2025
James (Jim) H. Moore, 78, of Terry, MS, passed away peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born on December 12, 1946, in Crystal Springs, MS.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Dolly (Phillips) Moore; his daughter, Jamie Moore Adams, and her husband, Zach Adams; and his two grandchildren, Macy Adams...
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...
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