Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

Mr. Terry Lee Hales

Mr. Terry Lee Hales

Jan 23, 2022

Terry Lee Hales, 73, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022 in Florence, MS. Terry was born on December 12, 1948 in Philadelphia, Miss. to the late Pauline Burt Hales and Arthur Lee Hales. He was raised in Jackson, Miss. and graduated from Central High School in 1968. Terry worked for more than 30 years in route sales for various...

Ms. Alesia Mae Dufrene

Ms. Alesia Mae Dufrene

Jan 19, 2022

Alesia Mae Dufrene passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS. She was only 61 years of age. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. at Serenity Falls, 4866 Kennedale New Hope Road, Suite 310, Fort Worth, TX 76140. Alesia was born June...

Mrs. Sara Ann Roberts

Mrs. Sara Ann Roberts

Jan 19, 2022

Sara Ann Roberts, 80, passed away on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 in Baton Rouge, LA. Mrs. Roberts was born on August 23, 1941 in Jackson, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Prisock and Katherine Littlefield Prisock and her husband of 33 years, William “Bob” Roberts. She is survived by daughter, Renee (Paul) Britt of Geismar, LA;...

Mr. Calvin Pickett

Mr. Calvin Pickett

Jan 19, 2022

Best known for his love of fishing, race cars and bringing smiles to countless children while filling in for “Santa” during the holidays, Lessley “Calvin” Pickett of Richland, MS passed away at the age of 69 on January 19, 2022 surrounded by his children. Calvin was born December 6, 1952 in McComb, MS to William Abner and Lorella Ratcliff Pickett....

Mrs. Elizabeth Elaine Morris

Mrs. Elizabeth Elaine Morris

Jan 17, 2022

Elizabeth Elaine Morris, 78, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022 in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be Thursday, January 20, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. until the hour of the service at 2:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS. A graveside service will follow on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Marks Cemetery in Marks, MS. Raised...

Mr. George Richard Morgan

Mr. George Richard Morgan

Jan 17, 2022

George Richard Morgan, 87, of Richland, died Monday, January 17, 2022 at MS Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, surrounded by his family. Mr. Morgan, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, was born November 27, 1934 of Durant, MS. He is preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Morgan. He is survived by his children, Kevin Morgan of Brandon, MS, Karen...

LTC James Clark Norman

LTC James Clark Norman

Jan 16, 2022

LTC James Clark Norman USA Retired, born November 05, 1937 in Marietta Georgia, died January 16, 2022 in Ridgeland, MS. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Katie Lynn Boone Norman; his parents, LTC John Anderson Norman Sr. and Katherine Childress Norman; and his brother, LTJG John A Norman, Jr. He is survived by two nieces,...

Mr. Bobby Rhodes Clark

Mr. Bobby Rhodes Clark

Jan 15, 2022

Bobby Rhodes Clark age 72, a resident of Florence, MS, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022. Visitation will be on Monday, January 17, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. Visitation Tuesday will be at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Florence, MS. from 11 a.m. until noon, with services beginning at noon. Interment will follow in...

Mr. Tom Connell Maloney

Mr. Tom Connell Maloney

Jan 11, 2022

Thomas Connell Maloney, 64, of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away on January 11, 2022. A loving father and husband, Tom was also a successful businessman who was known for his vision, character, practicality and ability to build meaningful relationships with almost everyone he met. His bright smile and infectious laughter were always a part of him, especially when telling a story...

Mr. Matthew Blaine Miller

Mr. Matthew Blaine Miller

Jan 11, 2022

On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, Matthew “Squirrel” Miller, loving son, brother, friend, and father to two amazing dogs, passed away at the age of 33. A funeral service will be held in celebration of his life on Saturday, January 15th, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS. Family will greet family and friends from 11:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. with a 1:00...

Mr. Jimmy Don Hollingsworth

Mr. Jimmy Don Hollingsworth

Jan 10, 2022

Mr. Jimmy Don Hollingsworth passed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, January 10, 2022 at his home in Florence. He was 82 years old. Visitation will be held at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence on Friday, January 14, 2022 from 4:00 – 7:00pm. Mr. Don Hollingsworth was born April 8, 1939 to Hoye C. and Lena Shepherd Hollingsworth in...

Mrs. Ollie Pharr Williams

Mrs. Ollie Pharr Williams

Jan 5, 2022

Mrs. Ollie Pharr Williams passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland. She was 83 years old. Mrs. Williams was born March 3, 1938 in Star City, Arkansas to the late Nelson and Addie Pharr. She graduated from Central High School in Jackson and was an active member of Brandon Baptist Church....

Mrs. Sarah Nell Kitchens

Mrs. Sarah Nell Kitchens

Jan 4, 2022

Mrs. Sarah Nell Kitchens passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at MS Baptist Hospital in Jackson. She was 85 years old. Per her wishes, there will be a private service for the family only. Mrs. Kitchens was born August 9, 1936 in DeKalb, MS to the late David Ed and Erma Lee Morton. She was a member of the Lord’s...

Tina Fedrick

Tina Fedrick

Jan 3, 2022

Tina Marie Fedrick, 52, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Hospice Ministries in Ridgeland after an extended battle with cancer. Tina was born in Ensley (Jefferson County) Alabama and currently lived in Jackson. She enjoyed cooking, reading, crocheting and candle making. She is preceded in death by her parents Sara and Franklin Nibblett, her precious infant granddaughter Sara Elizabeth...

Jane Marie Dalton

Jane Marie Dalton

Jan 3, 2022

Jane Marie Dalton, 89, passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at her residence in Byram, MS. A Celebration of Life will be held Monday January 10, 2022 from 11:00 am until 12:00pm at Marvin United Methodist Church in Florence, MS. Jane Marie Zierman Dalton was born on July 5, 1932 at home in Cushing Minnesota, to William and Martha Zierman....

Mrs. Heather Taylor

Mrs. Heather Taylor

Jan 2, 2022

Heather Renea Taylor went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 2, 2022 in Florence, MS. She was 40 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, January 6th from 4:00-6:00 pm at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, followed by a private family Memorial Service. Heather was born on December 4, 1981 in Jackson, MS to...

Mrs. Marcia Belinda Gilstrap

Mrs. Marcia Belinda Gilstrap

Jan 1, 2022

Marcia Belinda Gilstrap, 70, passed away on Saturday, January 01, 2022 at her home in Newton, MS. A celebration of her life will be held at Hillcrest Baptist Church in Byram, MS on Sunday, January 09, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until the hour of the service at 3:00 p.m. A resident of Newton for the past 10 years, Belinda was...

Richard Joseph Martinez Jr.

Richard Joseph Martinez Jr.

Jan 1, 2022

Mr. Richard Joseph Martinez, Jr., 32 passed away Saturday January 1, 2022 in Terry, Ms. Richard was born June 14, 1989 in San Mateo, CA to Richard and Donna Clark Martinez. He lived most of his life in California and had been a resident of Terry for the past 7 months. He worked in IT support and was always willing...

Mr. Allen Adams Ward

Mr. Allen Adams Ward

Dec 31, 2021

Allen Adams Ward passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, December 31, 2021 at Simpson General Hospital in Mendenhall, MS. Mr. Ward was born May 19, 1939 in Bolivar County, MS to the late Ed and Velma Ward, the last of 13 children. He was baptized at Skyway Hills Church of Christ. He was devoted to his family and...

Mr. Gary Dean McDaniel

Mr. Gary Dean McDaniel

Dec 31, 2021

Gary Dean McDaniel passed away Friday, December 31, 2021 at University of MS Medical Center in Jackson. He was 58 years old. The family will receive friends for Memorial visitation on Friday, January 7, 2022 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. Gary was born July 13, 1963 in Flowood, MS. As a child, he attended...