OBITUARIES

Jan 26, 2024

Ronda was born April 6, 1963, in Jackson, MS to James Odom and Bennie Savell.  She worked many years in the service industry as a cashier.   Ronda loved her dogs, was very hard-headed, neat and orderly (everything had its place) and was a firecracker.

She was preceded in death by her dad, brothers, Darrel Odom and Larry Odom, and her...

Jan 25, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Ruth Elaine Watts Ainsworth on January 25, 2024, at her home in Clinton. Born on May 3, 1933, in Gulfport, she was preceded in death by her mother and father Vernon and Ruth Watts of Gulfport, her high school sweetheart and beloved husband of fifty-seven years Charlie Ainsworth, and...

Jan 24, 2024

Sarah Lynelle McCammon, affectionately known as Nell, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was born on June 30, 1936, in Scott County, Mississippi to Paul Noel Rigby and Wydell Kitchings Rigby. As we mourn the loss of a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, we also celebrate the incredible life she lived.

Nell dedicated her...

Jan 23, 2024

Rev. George Wayne Redden, a beloved pastor, devoted family man, and skilled handyman, passed away on January 23, 2024, in Jackson, Mississippi. He was born on July 5, 1956, in Texas to Louis and Shirley Redden. He is survived by his loving wife Lorrie Redden of Braxton, his sons William Redden of Brandon and Casey (Caitlin) Redden of Mendenhall, and...

Jan 20, 2024

Kenneth “Wayne” Shows Sr. passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024, in Morton. MS. He was 81 years old.

Wayne was born on July 30, 1942, to William Collin Shows and Eugnia Frazier Shows in New Orleans, LA. He retired from the United States Army National Guard where he served as a Drum Major for the Army National Guard Band in...

Jan 18, 2024

Joanne Lynn Edmiston was born September 27, 1956, and passed away January 16,2024 at her home in Florence, MS. 

Joanne was born on September 27, 1956, to Bluford and Angeline Edmiston in Danville, IL. Where she lived and became a hairstylist until she moved to Florida in the fall of 1981. In Florida she continued her hairstylist career and also became...

Jan 17, 2024

Blanche Gooch Ellis Norsworthy entered her Heavenly home on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, in Byram, MS at Edgewood Nursing Home. She was 94 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 6:30-8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS and from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024. The funeral service will...

Jan 17, 2024

Jan 16, 2024

Morris S Brandon, 86, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2024, in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. He was born on November 1, 1937, in Pontotoc County, Mississippi to Dewey Brandon and Bettie Lou Mask Brandon.Morris lived a fulfilling life centered around his passions and his loved ones. His time spent gardening brought him great joy.  Beyond his green thumb, Morris possessed...

Jan 14, 2024

Cindy lived in Byram, MS for over 30 years.  She was a member of Cornerstone Church in Jackson, MS and then attended We Are One Church in Brandon, MS.  Cindy was a beautiful woman who is loved by those who knew her.  She is missed and will always be cherished. 

Cindy was born in Jackson, MS on January 4, 1962,...

Jan 9, 2024

Dalton Thames, 83, passed away January 9, 2024.  He was the son of Hugh Thames and Mary Easterling Thames of Raymond, MS. 

He had four beautiful children with his wife, Brenda.  He was a loving husband, father, and Poppy.  He adored his family and treasured his time with them.  He was an avid golfer and played every chance he got.  He...

Jan 9, 2024

Rev. Carrol Randal Walker Sr. went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in Brandon, MS. He was 85 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from­­­­­­­­­­­­ 5:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 10, 2024, and again from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Thursdsay, January 11, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The funeral services...

Jan 8, 2024

J.C.  Sanders, 88, beloved husband, father, and grandfather went to be with the Lord peacefully at St. Catherine’s Village on, Monday, January 8, 2024. 

J.C. was born April 15, 1935 to Houston and Sallie Coke Sanders of Pinola, MS. He graduated from Pinola High School in 1953 and attended Co-Lin Community College and Mississippi College.  He served in the national guard.   

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Jan 8, 2024

 Charles Harold Dyess, born March 19, 1933 was known to most as Harold, Uncle Harold, or Papaw Harold.

 

He spent most of his working life as a supervisor at Mississippi Industries for the Blind; and made many life-long friends. Mr. Dyess until you got to know him, but from the start, you knew what you were getting – a...

Jan 6, 2024

Jeanette French Alexander passed from this life January 6, 2024.  She was born October 1, 1935,  in Jackson, MS, to Edgar French and Bessie Dunn French.

Jeanette was a florist by trade and enjoyed working with flowers.  She took special care of her floral arranging for events, weddings, etc.  She had a “green thumb” and was known for beautiful floral arrangements. ...

Jan 5, 2024

James Robert “Jim” Zimmer, 70, of Murphysboro, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at his home. 

Jim was born on April 15, 1953 in San Antonio, Texas to Robert George and Catherine Pearl (Dallas) Zimmer. He married Dee Ann Whitehead on July 24, 1999 and she survives. 

Jim had a passion for flying which he carried over to his career as...

Jan 5, 2024

Virgil Pat Russell went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 5, 2024, in Byram, MS. He was 84 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 7, 2024, and again from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The service will follow...

Jan 4, 2024

Robert “Robbie” Lynn Flanagan entered his Heavenly home on Thursday, January 4, 2024, in Jackson, MS. He was 64 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Richland Global Methodist Church in Richland, MS. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow the service at Pelahatchie Cemetery...

Jan 4, 2024

Gearldene Browning went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at her home in Florence, MS. She was 85 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024,...

Jan 1, 2024

Ervin Morris Lewis passed away January 1, 2024 at Baptist Hospital in Jackson.  He was born on April 5, 1941 to Thomas Lewis and Ollie Riley Lewis of Terry. 

Mr. Lewis retired from the Railroad after 40 years.  He was a farmer and cattleman and a member of the Cattlemen’s Association. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr....