Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

Mrs. Edna Jewel Sartin

Mrs. Edna Jewel Sartin

Jan 20, 2021

Edna Jewel Sartin, 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at her home in Terry, MS. Visitation will be Monday, January 25, 2021 at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram from 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. with a graveside service to follow at Terry Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Due to the current pandemic, facemasks are required and guests are encouraged to follow...

Mr. Billy Ray Mangum

Mr. Billy Ray Mangum

Jan 20, 2021

Billy Ray Mangum, 84, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior, on Wednesday, January 20th, with his family at his side. Billy Ray (better known to those who loved him as "Judge" or Papaw) was born on September 22, 1936 in Magee, MS to the late Gaston & Gladys Mangum. He married his high school sweetheart, Vermell, in 1958...

Mrs. Pansey Earline Pierce

Mrs. Pansey Earline Pierce

Jan 20, 2021

Mrs. Pansey Earline Pierce, 84, passed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at Plain View Assisted Living in Richland, MS. The family will receive friends Saturday, January 23rd from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a Graveside Service at 11:15 a.m. at Star Cemetery. Mrs. Pierce was born...

Mrs. Stacy Windham

Mrs. Stacy Windham

Jan 17, 2021

Glynis Stacy Windham, 55, passed into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at River Oaks Hospital in Flowood. The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 19th at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a Graveside Service on Wednesday, January 20th at 1:00 p.m. in the Garden of...

Mrs. Jean McCreary Slade

Mrs. Jean McCreary Slade

Jan 17, 2021

Jean McCreary Slade, 71, of Raymond, passed into her Heavenly home on January 17, 2021 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. Jean was born to the late Frank and Elizabeth McCreary of Raymond on December 11, 1949. She was a lifelong resident of Raymond and a graduate of Raymond High School. She married her one and only love, the late Rev. John...

Mr. Robert "Bobby" Thigpen

Mr. Robert "Bobby" Thigpen

Jan 16, 2021

Charles Robert “Bobby” Thigpen, 62, passed into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at his home in Florence. There will be a private Memorial Service at Briar Hill Baptist Church with burial in Briar Hill Cemetery. Bobby was born September 16, 1958 in Jackson, MS to the late Robert Edward and Doris Ball Thigpen. He worked as...

Mr. Charles Ceph Bullock

Mr. Charles Ceph Bullock

Jan 16, 2021

Charles C. Bullock, 72, died January 16 after a lengthy illness concluding with complications from COVID-19. Arrangements are coordinated with Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at Lakewood South Memorial Park with family and friends in accordance with the pandemic conditions. Officiating will be Rev....

George Albert Hancock

George Albert Hancock

Jan 15, 2021

George Albert Hancock, 79, of Florence, MS, passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior, Friday, January 15, 2021. His family was at his side. George was born May 29, 1941, in Cleveland, MS, youngest of three sons, to Dennis and Sammie Hancock. While attending Delta State College, he met and wed the love of his life, Mary Ann Little,...

Mr. I.M. "Duke" Lewis

Mr. I.M. "Duke" Lewis

Jan 13, 2021

I.M. “Duke” Lewis, 81, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Willow Creek Nursing Home in Byram, MS. The family will have a private memorial service. Mr. Lewis was born to Irvin B. Lewis and Estelle Coke Lewis on October 04, 1939 in Hinds County, MS. He was a retired lieutenant with the Jackson Fire Department and was recognized...

Mr. O.C. Walker

Mr. O.C. Walker

Jan 13, 2021

Mr. “O.C.” Walker, 81 joined his Savior in his heavenly home on Tuesday, January 13, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Florence. The family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, January 15th from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. A Graveside service will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Terry Cemetery...

Ms. Anna R. Goode

Ms. Anna R. Goode

Jan 12, 2021

Ms. Anna R. Goode, 82, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson. Her family will receive friends for visitation on Friday, January 15th from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. There will be a Graveside Service following at 12:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories. Ms. Goode was born June...

Mrs. Carrol Dean Lewis

Mrs. Carrol Dean Lewis

Jan 12, 2021

Carrol Dean Lewis, 84, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Highland Home in Ridgeland, MS. Visitation will be Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS from 11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. with a graveside service to follow at Lakewood South Memorial Park in Jackson, MS at 12:30 p.m. Due to the current pandemic, 10 people will...

Mr. Thomas Maury Truitt

Mr. Thomas Maury Truitt

Jan 10, 2021

Thomas M. “Tom” Truitt, 88, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at his home in Florence. The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, January 13th from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories. Tom was born February 19, 1932...

Mr. Douglas Wayne Hedrick

Mr. Douglas Wayne Hedrick

Jan 9, 2021

Douglas Wayne Hedrick, 66, passed away on Saturday, January 09, 2021 at MS Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Mr. Hedrick was born to Kenneth E. Hedrick and Shirley J. Jones on February 20, 1954 in Michigan. He was a carpenter and self-contractor. He is survived by his two children.

Mr. Tim McNair

Mr. Tim McNair

Jan 5, 2021

Timothy Michael McNair, 66, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at MS Baptist Medical Center in Jackson. There will be a Graveside Service on Saturday, January 9th at 2:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories in Florence. Tim was born March 6, 1954 in Wichita Falls, Texas to the late Pat and Nan McNair. He was raised between Texas and...

Commander Robert M. Evans Dr. Retd.

Commander Robert M. Evans Dr. Retd.

Jan 4, 2021

Commander Robert M. Evans, Dr. Retired passed away on Monday, January 04, 2021 in Jackson, MS. He was 77 years old. He will be laid to rest in Midden, TX. Commander Evans was born to Blanton Hays Evans and Gladys Stein Mitchell on December 30, 1943 in Jackson, MS. He was a Vietnam veteran and served in the US Navy...

Mr. George Francis Bokros

Mr. George Francis Bokros

Jan 3, 2021

George Francis Bokros, 84, of Florence, MS, passed away on January 3, 2021 in Merit Heath River Oaks, Flowood, MS. George was born on October 9, 1936, in Warren, Ohio, the son of George Steven and Mary Gmucs Bokros. George was very athletic and graduated from Fowler High School in 1954. He worked at 84 Lumber Company and had four...

Mrs. Vera Sue Beall

Mrs. Vera Sue Beall

Jan 2, 2021

Vera Sue Beall, 85, went to be with Jesus Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Plain View assisted living in Richland, MS. Due to Covid restrictions, the family is having a private family service. Interment will be at Lakewood Memorial Park in Jackson. Sue was born in Simpson County on April 5, 1935 to Rupert and Eula Mae Matthews Lewis. She...

Mr. Cecil Paul Taylor

Mr. Cecil Paul Taylor

Dec 29, 2020

Mr. Cecil Paul Taylor, 68, passed into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at his home in Florence surrounded by his family. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday, January 2, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. The Service will be at the church at 12:00 noon, followed by...

Mr. Davis Lynn Ray

Mr. Davis Lynn Ray

Dec 28, 2020

Davis Lynn Ray, 65, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020 at Copiah County Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at a later date.