Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Dianne Bullock
Feb 18, 2023
Dianne Taylor Bullock, age 65, passed away February 18, 2023, at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was one of three children born to Charles Hilton Aldridge and Juanita Gladys Reed in Natchez, MS.
Ms. Dianne was known for her wonderful cooking and her love of shopping and was affectionately called a "shopaholic" amongst...
Julia "Judy" Brasher
Feb 16, 2023
Julia “Judy” Ann Brasher (Brandon MS), whose earthly body succumbed to cancer on February 16, 2023, is now in her eternal body with Jesus. She was 80 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2023, and 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence,...
Floyd Junior McDonald
Feb 14, 2023
Mr. Floyd Junior McDonald, age 76, passed away at his home in Utica, Mississippi. He was born March 31, 1946, in Neshoba County to J D McDonald and Catherine Goodwin. His family moved to South Jackson and he met and married Miss Sandra Sue Grant soon after. They had three daughters, that he was so very proud of. He enjoyed...
John Kevin Boatwright
Feb 13, 2023
John Kevin Boatwright passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, February 12, 2023, in Flowood, Mississippi. He was 51 years old. The family will have a graveside service on Friday, February 17, 2023, at Floral Hills in Pearl.
Kevin was born to Andrew Charles and Kathryn Boatwright on November 13, 1971, in Jackson, Mississippi and lived in Brandon. ...
Mildred Jean McLaurin
Feb 12, 2023
On February 12, 2023, we lost our beloved sister, aunt and friend to many, Jean McLaurin. She will be greatly missed by all her friends at Griffith Memorial Baptist Church where she has worshipped for over 20 years. Her hobbies included art, working in her yard, her cats, and especially quilting.
Jean McLaurin spent her working years in Atlanta, GA...
Sharron Painting Flowers
Feb 11, 2023
Sharron Painting Flowers of Star, MS went home to be with her Savior on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 79 years young. Sharron was born in McComb, MS on November 21, 1943, to John W. Painting and Flora Allen Painting. She married George W. Flowers Jr. on April 14, 1963. In their 60 years of marriage, they...
Hilda Sue Burchfield
Feb 10, 2023
Hilda Sue Burchfield went to be with the Lord, Friday February 10, 2023, at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood. The family will receive friends Wednesday, February 15, 2023, beginning at 5:00 PM, followed by a Celebration of her life at 6:00 PM all at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS.
Sue was born in Saltillo, MS on May 26,...
Misty Dawn Baldwin
Feb 7, 2023
Misty Dawn Baldwin passed away in her home on February 8th, 2023.
Misty was born January 18th, 1975, to Kelly and Charles Martinez. She graduated from Cibola High School in 1994 and advanced to college where she earned her bachelor’s degree in education. Misty was passionate about music her entire life and endeavored to share that passion with...
Janice E. Gorman
Feb 7, 2023
Mrs. Janice E. Gorman, 97 years of age, departed this world February 7, 2023, at the home of her cousin, BJ and Joan Belk in Byram where she resided for the past 6 years.
Janice was born February 13, 1925, in Ft. Worth, Texas. She was the only child of Edgar “Doc” Echols and Lillian Sorrels, a Mississippi native. She...
James Marcus Kirby
Feb 7, 2023
Mr. James Marcus “Mark” Kirby passed away February 7, 2023, at Baptist Hospital in Jackson. He was 71 years old. He was one of three children born to James David Kirby and Dorothy Barnett of Philadelphia, MS. A beloved member of Alta Woods Baptist Church of Jackson, Mr. Kirby taught Sunday School, held prayer meetings, and served on several committees...
Doris Irene Blount
Feb 4, 2023
Doris Irene “Rene” Blount passed from this life on February 4, 2023, at Willow Creek Retirement Home in Byram, following a lengthy illness. She was born June 1, 1934, in Baird, MS to Gordie Ances Watkins and Evelyn Inez Trice.
Mrs. Blount was known by everyone who loved her as “Rene”. She loved her church, Springs Praise Church and was...
Jack Sumrall, Jr
Feb 4, 2023
Jack D. Sumrall Jr., age 71, passed away on Saturday, February 4. 2023, following a brief illness. Jack worked for many years as a self-employed computer programmer and computer tech. He is survived by his wife, Ilene, his beloved son Benjamin (Misty), and much loved grandson, Lochlan; by his stepfather, Charles W. Magee (Becky), sisters, Celia Jean Myers and...
Judith Mae Ray
Feb 4, 2023
To my dearest mom, this comes as a shock to me that I have to write your obituary this early in my life on a Monday afternoon February 6, 2023, just 3 days after you passed away. We knew you would be around for a long time, but God has decided to take you home into his loving and gracious...
Nancy Rae Travelstead
Feb 4, 2023
Ms. Nancy Rae Travelstead passed away at age 91, on February 4, 2023 at the Waterford Senior Living in Ridgeland. Ms Nancy was born July 14, 1931, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Ira Hynes McDaniel and Pearl Allen. Ms. Nancy was loved by her family and was always there for them when they needed her. She was a hardworking woman...
Sammie Lou Tubby
Feb 3, 2023
Mrs. Sammie Tubby, 81, went to be with the lord on Friday, February 3, 2023, at her home in Byram surrounded by her family. The Family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, February 6, 2023, from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. and again on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, from 12:00 p.m. until the 1:00 p.m. hour of service at Chancellor...
James Aaron Moran
Jan 30, 2023
James Aaron Moran of Richland, MS passed away January 30, 2023. He was 38 years old. James was born in Jackson, MS on November 20, 1984 to Charles Moran, Jr. and Cheryl Redmond Brock.
James was a man with a big heart that loved his family. As a young boy he played soccer until he was 18 and then enjoyed watching...
Vivian Cothen
Jan 30, 2023
Mrs. Vivian Weimer Cothen was born January 11, 1926, and passed away on January 30, 2023. A celebration of her life and graveside services will be held at the Pavilion at Lakewood Cemetery on Clinton Boulevard at noon on Saturday.
Vivian was married to D.D. “Buddy” Weimer, Jr. for 55 years. God blessed them with two sons, Chuck and Randy. ...
Gertude Bray Wilbourn
Jan 30, 2023
Mrs. Gertrude Bray Wilbourn went home to be with the Lord, January 30. 2023. She was 92 years old. Born to Edgar Bray, Sr and Bevis Thigpen in Houlka, MS. Mrs. Gertrude was a proud member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and worked 36 years for South Central Bell. She and her husband of 62 years, Hershel Wilbourn, lived...
Joseph Taylor Anderson
Jan 27, 2023
Joseph "Joe" Taylor Anderson, 76, of Raymond Mississippi, surrounded by his wife and family, was called home to be with the Lord January 27th, 2023. Services will be held February 1st, 2023 at 10am, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, with bro. Tim Vowell officiating.
Burial to follow at City of Raymond Cemetery under the direction of Chancellor Funeral Home.
Visitation...
Joseph "Clay" Groom
Jan 26, 2023
Joseph “Clay” Groom, also known as “Poppy” passed into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, January 26, 2023. He was 63 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, February 3, 2023, from 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. The memorial service will...
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