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Obituaries 03-27-25
March 25, 2025
JEANETTE STREET
Dec. 12, 1937-March 23, 2025
Funeral services for Jeanette Street, 87, of Waynesboro, will be at 11
a.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from the chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Michael Cooley officiating.
a.m. on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from the chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Michael Cooley officiating.
Interment will follow at Waller Ridge Cemetery in Wayne County.
She was the second to be born with her beloved twin sister, Lillian
Janelle Arnold, in Wayne County at Butter Milk Crossing, Miss., on
Sunday, Dec. 12, 1937 to the late Bonnie Christine and Bodie Lee Arnold.
She was a member of Lowery Assembly of God Church and was retired as a
Self-Employed Poultry Farmer.
Janelle Arnold, in Wayne County at Butter Milk Crossing, Miss., on
Sunday, Dec. 12, 1937 to the late Bonnie Christine and Bodie Lee Arnold.
She was a member of Lowery Assembly of God Church and was retired as a
Self-Employed Poultry Farmer.
She died on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Wayne General Hospital in
Waynesboro.
Waynesboro.
She is survived by four sons and three daughters-in-law, Roland S.
Street, Anthony R. and Autumn Cheeks, Richard Darryl and Jean Cheeks and
Michael and Suzanne Cheeks, all of Waynesboro; her daughter, Cindy
Cheeks of Waynesboro; her brother, Arthur Glen Arnold of Waynesboro; her
sister and brother-in-law, Thelma and Grady Beard of Waynesboro; six
grandchildren and their respective spouses, Ashley and Timmy Green,
April and Justin Case, Nichole and Robbie Pugh, Tristan Street, Stephen
Street and Ella B. Street; five great-grandchildren, Katie, Jacob,
Jacob, Megan and Shiloh; two great-great-grandchildren, Jay Briggs and
Casey; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Street, Anthony R. and Autumn Cheeks, Richard Darryl and Jean Cheeks and
Michael and Suzanne Cheeks, all of Waynesboro; her daughter, Cindy
Cheeks of Waynesboro; her brother, Arthur Glen Arnold of Waynesboro; her
sister and brother-in-law, Thelma and Grady Beard of Waynesboro; six
grandchildren and their respective spouses, Ashley and Timmy Green,
April and Justin Case, Nichole and Robbie Pugh, Tristan Street, Stephen
Street and Ella B. Street; five great-grandchildren, Katie, Jacob,
Jacob, Megan and Shiloh; two great-great-grandchildren, Jay Briggs and
Casey; and a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland N. Street; her parents,
Bonnie Christine and Bodie Lee Arnold; two stepsons, John B. Street and
Phillip Craig Street; and three sisters, Lillian Janelle Hall, Catherine
Hammick and Winnie Ruth Finley.
Bonnie Christine and Bodie Lee Arnold; two stepsons, John B. Street and
Phillip Craig Street; and three sisters, Lillian Janelle Hall, Catherine
Hammick and Winnie Ruth Finley.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro is in charge of arrangements.
HELEN CHASON
Feb. 11, 1939-March 24, 2025
Funeral services for Helen Chason, 86, of Waynesboro, will be at 2 p.m.
on Friday, March 28, 2025 from Liberty Baptist Church, with Rev. Phillip
Gandy officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30-2 p.m. on Friday, March
28, 2025 from Liberty Baptist Church.
on Friday, March 28, 2025 from Liberty Baptist Church, with Rev. Phillip
Gandy officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30-2 p.m. on Friday, March
28, 2025 from Liberty Baptist Church.
Following the funeral service, interment will take place at Liberty
Cemetery in Waynesboro.
Cemetery in Waynesboro.
Born in Boston, Mass., on Saturday, Feb. 11, 1939 to the late Eleanor
and Insey Bell, she was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She retired
as a Credit Manager for Spring.
and Insey Bell, she was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. She retired
as a Credit Manager for Spring.
Her passions were singing in the choir at church and quilting. She
enjoyed hand stitching the quilts she personally designed. She was a
member of two quilting clubs — one in Sharon and the other at Liberty
Baptist Church. She will always be remembered for her warm heart and
bright smile.
enjoyed hand stitching the quilts she personally designed. She was a
member of two quilting clubs — one in Sharon and the other at Liberty
Baptist Church. She will always be remembered for her warm heart and
bright smile.
She died on Monday, March 24, 2025 at her residence.
She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Lloyd M. Chason of
Waynesboro; her son, Troy M. Chason of League City, Texas; her daughter,
Shelly Lindroos of League City; and two grandchildren, Lance Lindroos
and Lola Lindroos.
Waynesboro; her son, Troy M. Chason of League City, Texas; her daughter,
Shelly Lindroos of League City; and two grandchildren, Lance Lindroos
and Lola Lindroos.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eleanor and iInsey Bell; her
son, Timothy Chason; and her brother, Richard "Dick" Bell.
son, Timothy Chason; and her brother, Richard "Dick" Bell.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro is in charge of arrangements.
BETTY J. BEASLEY
Feb. 20, 1953-March 9, 2025
A Celebration of Life for Betty J. Beasley, 72, of Buckatunna, will be
hosted by her loving family at a later date.
hosted by her loving family at a later date.
Born in Laurel on Friday, Feb. 20, 1953 to the late Ozell Chancellor and
Doris Hudson, she retired as a Crimper with Northern Electric Company.
Doris Hudson, she retired as a Crimper with Northern Electric Company.
She died on Sunday, March 9, 2025 at her residence, surrounded by her
loving family.
loving family.
She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Mike Beasley of
Buckatunna; her son and daughter-in-law, Michael Shawn and Judy Beasley
of Buckatunna; her daughters and sons-in-law, Ginger Chancellor of
Buckatunna and Delane and Jason Brewer of Waynesboro; her sister, Dianne
Ralls of Waynesboro; and six grandchildren, Dustin Pugh, Cameron Brewer,
Katilyn Beasley, Shelby Brewer, Shawn Beasley and Trey Chancellor.
Buckatunna; her son and daughter-in-law, Michael Shawn and Judy Beasley
of Buckatunna; her daughters and sons-in-law, Ginger Chancellor of
Buckatunna and Delane and Jason Brewer of Waynesboro; her sister, Dianne
Ralls of Waynesboro; and six grandchildren, Dustin Pugh, Cameron Brewer,
Katilyn Beasley, Shelby Brewer, Shawn Beasley and Trey Chancellor.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Hudson; and her father,
Ozell Chancellor.
Ozell Chancellor.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro is in charge of arrangements.
RONNIE FONTENOT
Nov. 5, 1957-March 22, 2025
Funeral services for Ronnie Fontenot, 67, of Quitman, were conducted on
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 from Little Rock Assembly of God Church in
Waynesboro, with Rev. Ryan Power officiating.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 from Little Rock Assembly of God Church in
Waynesboro, with Rev. Ryan Power officiating.
Interment followed at Yellow Creek Cemetery in Wayne County.
Born in New Orleans, La., on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 1957 to the late Ernestine
Fulmer Guthrie, he attended Little Rock Assembly of God Church. He
worked as a Salesman with WLS in Shubuta.
Fulmer Guthrie, he attended Little Rock Assembly of God Church. He
worked as a Salesman with WLS in Shubuta.
He died on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at his residence.
He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Tandi Jones Fontenot of
Quitman; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jesse Fontenot of Quitman and
Jacob and Terra Fontenot of Waynesboro; his daughter and son-in-law,
Anna-Lauren and Caleb Prentiss of Leakesville; his nephew, Eric Jones of
Brandon; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Joy and Gerald Voss of
Hector, Ark., and Beth Staggs of Benton, Ark.; two stepbrothers and
their respective spouses, Ed and Lou Guthrie of Petal and Mike and
Vickie Guthrie of Grand Bay, Ala.; a stepsister and her spouse, Judy and
Clyde Lane of Petal; and three grandchildren, Kilynn Fontenot, Makenzie
Fontenot and Harper Prentiss.
Quitman; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Jesse Fontenot of Quitman and
Jacob and Terra Fontenot of Waynesboro; his daughter and son-in-law,
Anna-Lauren and Caleb Prentiss of Leakesville; his nephew, Eric Jones of
Brandon; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Joy and Gerald Voss of
Hector, Ark., and Beth Staggs of Benton, Ark.; two stepbrothers and
their respective spouses, Ed and Lou Guthrie of Petal and Mike and
Vickie Guthrie of Grand Bay, Ala.; a stepsister and her spouse, Judy and
Clyde Lane of Petal; and three grandchildren, Kilynn Fontenot, Makenzie
Fontenot and Harper Prentiss.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestine Fulmer Guthrie; his
uncle, Whitey Fulmer; and two stepsisters, Janice Hall and Sharon Brett.
uncle, Whitey Fulmer; and two stepsisters, Janice Hall and Sharon Brett.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
JETTIE MCCARTY MCKEE
Sept. 9, 1932-March 23, 2025
Funeral services for Jettie McCarty McKee, 92, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from the Chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Ryan Powers and Rev. Logan Overstreet officiating.
conducted on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from the Chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Ryan Powers and Rev. Logan Overstreet officiating.
Interment followed at Antioch Cemetery in Waynesboro.
Born in Waynesboro on Friday, Sept. 9, 1932 to the late Velma Overstreet
and James Oscar McCarty, she was a member of Little Rock Assembly of God
Church.
and James Oscar McCarty, she was a member of Little Rock Assembly of God
Church.
She retired as a Seamstress with Wells Lamont. After retiring, she went
home to begin a second carer with her loving husband, raising chickens
for Marshall Durbin.
home to begin a second carer with her loving husband, raising chickens
for Marshall Durbin.
She died on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Wayne General Hospital.
She is survived by two brothers and a sister-in-law, Travis and Jewel
McCarty and William Clifford McCarty, all of Waynesboro; and a host of
nieces, nephews and other family members.
McCarty and William Clifford McCarty, all of Waynesboro; and a host of
nieces, nephews and other family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George McKee; her parents,
Velma Overstreet and James Oscar McCarty; her brother, James Floyd
McCarty; and two sisters, Louise Clifford and Inez Holifield.
Velma Overstreet and James Oscar McCarty; her brother, James Floyd
McCarty; and two sisters, Louise Clifford and Inez Holifield.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Little Rock Assembly of God
Church.
Church.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
MARSHALL MCCANN
Sept. 21, 1948-March 8, 2025
Funeral services for Marshall McCann, 76, of Waynesboro, were conducted
on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from Altair Baptist Church, with Rev. A.L.
Bartee officiating.
on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from Altair Baptist Church, with Rev. A.L.
Bartee officiating.
Interment followed at Altair Church Cemetery.
Born on Sept. 21, 1948, he was a Heavy Equipment Operator and Truck
Driver. He retired after 35 years with Masonite and Metromont
Corporation.
Driver. He retired after 35 years with Masonite and Metromont
Corporation.
He died on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at his residence.
He is survived by his son, Chadarick McCann; his daughter, Alicia
McCann; Derrick Odom, a person he grew to love and appreciate as one of
his own; his brother, J.C. McCann; his grandchild, Jace McCann; and
several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and close relatives and friends.
McCann; Derrick Odom, a person he grew to love and appreciate as one of
his own; his brother, J.C. McCann; his grandchild, Jace McCann; and
several uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and close relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Maybell McCann; his
sisters, Pauline, Arlene, Irene, Lessie Mae, Lillie Bell, Mae Velma and
Mary Lou; his brother, James, Jr.; six brothers-in-law and two
sisters-in-law.
sisters, Pauline, Arlene, Irene, Lessie Mae, Lillie Bell, Mae Velma and
Mary Lou; his brother, James, Jr.; six brothers-in-law and two
sisters-in-law.
McDonald and Sons Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of
arrangements.
arrangements.
EDNA E. TRIGG GATLIN
Jan. 28, 1937-March 19, 2025
Funeral services for Edna E. Trigg Gatlin, 88, of Ellisville, were
conducted on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from the Chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Jim Taylor and Rev. Phillip Gandy officiating.
conducted on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from the Chapel of Freeman Funeral
Home, with Rev. Jim Taylor and Rev. Phillip Gandy officiating.
Interment followed at Serenity Gardens Cemetery in Waynesboro.
Born in Quitman on Thursday, Jan. 28, 1937 to the late Lucille and Bert
Trigg, she was a member of West Ellisville Baptist Church.
Trigg, she was a member of West Ellisville Baptist Church.
She enjoyed volunteering with the ARC of Mississippi. She loved to cook
for her family, where they loved to eat all that she cooked. She liked
to sew and do crossword puzzles in her spare time.
for her family, where they loved to eat all that she cooked. She liked
to sew and do crossword puzzles in her spare time.
She died on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Brookwood Villa Personal Care
Home in Waynesboro.
Home in Waynesboro.
She is survived by her two sons and a daughter-in-law, Steven Ray Gatlin
of Ellisville and Kavin and Lisa Gatlin of Laurel; her daughter and
son-in-law, Tammy Gatlin and Dr. Randy Cooper of Waynesboro; her sister,
Bonnie Shoemake of Pleasant Grove; six grandchildren and their
respective spouses, William Kurtis and Tiffany Gatlin of Ellisville,
Danielle and Ethan Tanney of Oak Grove, Brayden Gatlin and Logan Pitts,
both of Laurel and Bryce Leland Cooper and Baylee Rachelle Cooper, both
of Waynesboro; and three great-granddaughters.
of Ellisville and Kavin and Lisa Gatlin of Laurel; her daughter and
son-in-law, Tammy Gatlin and Dr. Randy Cooper of Waynesboro; her sister,
Bonnie Shoemake of Pleasant Grove; six grandchildren and their
respective spouses, William Kurtis and Tiffany Gatlin of Ellisville,
Danielle and Ethan Tanney of Oak Grove, Brayden Gatlin and Logan Pitts,
both of Laurel and Bryce Leland Cooper and Baylee Rachelle Cooper, both
of Waynesboro; and three great-granddaughters.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Preston Ray Gatlin; her
parents, Lucille and Bert Trigg; and two brothers, Billy Trigg and
Calvin Trigg.
parents, Lucille and Bert Trigg; and two brothers, Billy Trigg and
Calvin Trigg.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.freemanfh.com.
Freeman Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
JEREALEAN DAVIS
Feb. 22, 1949-March 12, 2025
Funeral services for Jerealean Davis, 76, of Waynesboro, were conducted
on Friday, March 21, 2025 from Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church,
with Rev. Curtis Blakely officiating.
on Friday, March 21, 2025 from Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church,
with Rev. Curtis Blakely officiating.
Interment followed at Pineville Cemetery.
Born on Feb. 22, 1949, she was a Retiree of Sunbeam Oster and a member
of Heroines of Jericho.
of Heroines of Jericho.
She died on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Pine View Health and
Rehabilitation Center in Waynesboro.
Rehabilitation Center in Waynesboro.
She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Antony Davis of Petal
and Scottie and Alexandria Davis of Waynesboro; her daughter, Shelia
Matthews of Tickfaw, La.; a brother, Jeffery Arrington of Shubuta; five
sisters and a brother-in-law, Anetha and James Allen, Carrie Howard,
Jannie Arrington, Dale Arrington and Ollie Coleman of Shubuta; three
grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and a great-grandson.
and Scottie and Alexandria Davis of Waynesboro; her daughter, Shelia
Matthews of Tickfaw, La.; a brother, Jeffery Arrington of Shubuta; five
sisters and a brother-in-law, Anetha and James Allen, Carrie Howard,
Jannie Arrington, Dale Arrington and Ollie Coleman of Shubuta; three
grandchildren, five step-grandchildren and a great-grandson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, four sisters and
three brothers.
three brothers.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
VONCILLE MATTHEWS EVERETT
Nov. 1, 1951-March 13, 2025
Funeral services for Voncille Matthews Everette, 73, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Friday, March 21, 2025 from Holly Bush Missionary Baptist
Church, with Rev. Isaiah Taylor officiating.
conducted on Friday, March 21, 2025 from Holly Bush Missionary Baptist
Church, with Rev. Isaiah Taylor officiating.
Interment followed at New West Cemetery in Waynesboro.
Born on Nov. 1, 1951, she died on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at his
residence.
residence.
She is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Angelia and Drakiquois
Young, Antoynu and Ralph Hundley Gandy and Sharlanda and Wilmer Blakely,
all of Waynesboro; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Eva Grace and Ray
Robinson of Norwalk, Ohio, Maxine and Jackie Wrentz, Dan and Joyce
Matthew of Waynesboro, Claritha and Jimmy Gamblin, Daisy Gandy and Mary
and Issac Taylor, all of Waynesboro; his grandchildren and their
respective spouses, Chrishana and Keshuan Bradley, Christopher Harris,
Jr., Ralfeal Hundley of Starkville, Letavious Gandy, Crystalyn Harris,
and LeeMyah Blakely, all of Waynesboro; her great-grandchildren, Carson
Hundley, Paislee Gandy, Autumn Bradley, Cason Harris, David Bradley and
Jacari Johnson; two aunts, Nettie Mercair of Chicago, Ill, and Margerie
Worsham of Waynesboro; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends
and church family.
Young, Antoynu and Ralph Hundley Gandy and Sharlanda and Wilmer Blakely,
all of Waynesboro; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Eva Grace and Ray
Robinson of Norwalk, Ohio, Maxine and Jackie Wrentz, Dan and Joyce
Matthew of Waynesboro, Claritha and Jimmy Gamblin, Daisy Gandy and Mary
and Issac Taylor, all of Waynesboro; his grandchildren and their
respective spouses, Chrishana and Keshuan Bradley, Christopher Harris,
Jr., Ralfeal Hundley of Starkville, Letavious Gandy, Crystalyn Harris,
and LeeMyah Blakely, all of Waynesboro; her great-grandchildren, Carson
Hundley, Paislee Gandy, Autumn Bradley, Cason Harris, David Bradley and
Jacari Johnson; two aunts, Nettie Mercair of Chicago, Ill, and Margerie
Worsham of Waynesboro; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends
and church family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, D.J. Everette; her parents,
King David and Lucille (McCarty) Matthews; her sisters and
brothers-in-law, Lena Mae and Leonard McMillon, Lee Furthar Matthews,
Gladys and Dennis McKeller and Ethel Lee and Jackie Gross; and her
great-granddaughter, Kamaria Karliyah Harris.
King David and Lucille (McCarty) Matthews; her sisters and
brothers-in-law, Lena Mae and Leonard McMillon, Lee Furthar Matthews,
Gladys and Dennis McKeller and Ethel Lee and Jackie Gross; and her
great-granddaughter, Kamaria Karliyah Harris.
McDonald and Sons Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of
arrangements.
arrangements.
HENRY "TREY" FINCH III
March 26, 1990~March 5, 2025
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of
our beloved Henry "Trey" Finch III, who left us on March 5, 2025 at
the age of 34. Trey was a man of great strength, warmth, and dedication,
and his loss leaves a profound emptiness in the lives of all who knew
him.
our beloved Henry "Trey" Finch III, who left us on March 5, 2025 at
the age of 34. Trey was a man of great strength, warmth, and dedication,
and his loss leaves a profound emptiness in the lives of all who knew
him.
Born on March 26, 1990, Trey spent his life surrounded by love, respect,
and a commitment to those he held dear. Most importantly, he was a
devoted husband to Maia Murphy Finch, a partnership that was built on an
unshakeable foundation of mutual love and deep respect. From the first
moment they met, Trey made it clear that his love for Maia was endless.
Their bond grew stronger with every year they spent together, filled
with laughter, adventures, and unwavering support. Trey was not only a
loving partner but also a caring friend and confidant, always there when
needed with a listening ear, a kind word, or a simple gesture to
brighten the day.
and a commitment to those he held dear. Most importantly, he was a
devoted husband to Maia Murphy Finch, a partnership that was built on an
unshakeable foundation of mutual love and deep respect. From the first
moment they met, Trey made it clear that his love for Maia was endless.
Their bond grew stronger with every year they spent together, filled
with laughter, adventures, and unwavering support. Trey was not only a
loving partner but also a caring friend and confidant, always there when
needed with a listening ear, a kind word, or a simple gesture to
brighten the day.
Outside of his home, Trey was dedicated to his work in the maritime
industry, a field that brought him immense joy and purpose. He worked
with passion and precision, earning the admiration and respect of his
colleagues. To him, his job was more than just a job; it was a
reflection of his spirit and his commitment to excellence. His heart was
always with the maritime world, and he poured his energy into it with
dedication.
industry, a field that brought him immense joy and purpose. He worked
with passion and precision, earning the admiration and respect of his
colleagues. To him, his job was more than just a job; it was a
reflection of his spirit and his commitment to excellence. His heart was
always with the maritime world, and he poured his energy into it with
dedication.
His colleagues often spoke of his unparalleled work ethic, his
integrity, and his willingness to mentor others. Trey was described by
many as honest, decent, genuine, smart and a true gentleman. He had a
unique way of making everyone feel important, valued, and capable. He
found fulfillment in knowing that his work made a difference, and he
took extraordinary pride in everything he did.
integrity, and his willingness to mentor others. Trey was described by
many as honest, decent, genuine, smart and a true gentleman. He had a
unique way of making everyone feel important, valued, and capable. He
found fulfillment in knowing that his work made a difference, and he
took extraordinary pride in everything he did.
Trey leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion. He will be
deeply missed by his wife, Maia; his parents, Henry Finch Jr and Judy
Paulette Finch; sister, Somer Fendley. Trey also leaves behind his
family, friends, and colleagues who were lucky enough to know and love
him. Though he is no longer with us, his love, and the lessons he taught
us will remain in our hearts forever.
deeply missed by his wife, Maia; his parents, Henry Finch Jr and Judy
Paulette Finch; sister, Somer Fendley. Trey also leaves behind his
family, friends, and colleagues who were lucky enough to know and love
him. Though he is no longer with us, his love, and the lessons he taught
us will remain in our hearts forever.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Tampa
Port Ministries Seafarers Center ; or mail checks to: Tampa Port
Ministries Seafarers, 1309 Shoreline Ave, Tampa, Fla., 33605, in his
name.
Port Ministries Seafarers Center ; or mail checks to: Tampa Port
Ministries Seafarers, 1309 Shoreline Ave, Tampa, Fla., 33605, in his
name.
RUTHIE MAE ELLIS EDWARDS
Sept. 5, 1929-March 5, 2025
Funeral services for Ruthie Mae Ellis Edwards, 95, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from New West Point Baptist
church, with Dr. Starsky Wilson officiating.
conducted on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from New West Point Baptist
church, with Dr. Starsky Wilson officiating.
Interment followed at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church Cemetery in Raleigh.
Born on Sept. 5, 1929, her passion was education. She worked in
education throughout her entire career, including working at McCullough
High School in Monticello, in Clarke County and Quitman, serving as an
Administrator with Mississippi Action for Progress Head Start and as a
Librarian at Riverview High School in Waynesboro.
education throughout her entire career, including working at McCullough
High School in Monticello, in Clarke County and Quitman, serving as an
Administrator with Mississippi Action for Progress Head Start and as a
Librarian at Riverview High School in Waynesboro.
She died on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 in Rockville, Md.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gregory B. and Jeanette
Edwards of Jonesboro, Ga.; her daughters and sons-in-law, Jacqueline and
the late Floyd Smith of Rockville and Brenda and Larry Duncan of
Hattiesburg; eight grandchildren and their respective spouses, Brian and
Shanika Ducnan of Hattiesburg, Douglas and Karla Smith of Norcross, Ga.,
Dr. LaToya and Rev. Dr. Starksky Wilson of Potomac, Md., Joseph and
Marcia Duncan of the U.S. Army, Las Vegas, Nev., Gregory B. Edwards,
Jr., of Jonesboro, Larry E. Duncan of Hattiesburg, Danielle and Bernard
Wilson and Jasmine Edwards, all of Waynesboro; and 10
great-grandchildren.
Edwards of Jonesboro, Ga.; her daughters and sons-in-law, Jacqueline and
the late Floyd Smith of Rockville and Brenda and Larry Duncan of
Hattiesburg; eight grandchildren and their respective spouses, Brian and
Shanika Ducnan of Hattiesburg, Douglas and Karla Smith of Norcross, Ga.,
Dr. LaToya and Rev. Dr. Starksky Wilson of Potomac, Md., Joseph and
Marcia Duncan of the U.S. Army, Las Vegas, Nev., Gregory B. Edwards,
Jr., of Jonesboro, Larry E. Duncan of Hattiesburg, Danielle and Bernard
Wilson and Jasmine Edwards, all of Waynesboro; and 10
great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Sandy and Pirlie Ellis; her
husband, Aaron Edwards; her brother, John Thomas Ellis; her sisters,
Marie Denson, Rosie Prince, Essie McCurdy, Frances Braggs and Annie
Coburn; her son, Mark Anthony Edwards; her granddaughter, Kristen
Edwards; and her son-in-law, Floyd Edward Smith.
husband, Aaron Edwards; her brother, John Thomas Ellis; her sisters,
Marie Denson, Rosie Prince, Essie McCurdy, Frances Braggs and Annie
Coburn; her son, Mark Anthony Edwards; her granddaughter, Kristen
Edwards; and her son-in-law, Floyd Edward Smith.
McDonald and Sons Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of
arrangements.
arrangements.
ORA LEE CUNNINGHAM
July 30, 1949-March 1, 2025
Graveside services for Ora Lee Cunningham, 75, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Friday, March 14, 2025 from Red House Cemetery in Lavaca,
Ala., with Rev. Willie Vines officiating.
conducted on Friday, March 14, 2025 from Red House Cemetery in Lavaca,
Ala., with Rev. Willie Vines officiating.
Born on July 30, 1949, she was a Homemaker.
She died on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at her residence.
She is survived by her son, Nathan Cunningham; her daughters, Juanita
Marzette and Sharon Cunningham Jordan; her brother, Willie Frank
Cunningham of Waynesboro; her sisters, Bonnie Powe of Waynesboro and
Rosielene Weaver of Lavaca; and three grandchildren.
Marzette and Sharon Cunningham Jordan; her brother, Willie Frank
Cunningham of Waynesboro; her sisters, Bonnie Powe of Waynesboro and
Rosielene Weaver of Lavaca; and three grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her grandson.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
CASSANDRA LYNETTE "KIP" BOLTON
Feb. 4, 1969-Feb. 24, 2025
Funeral services for Cassandra Lynette "Kip" Bolton, 56, of
Pascagoula and formerly of Beaumont, were conducted on Wednesday, March
12, 2025 from Greater Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in
Beaumont, with Pastor John Carter, Sr., officiating.
Pascagoula and formerly of Beaumont, were conducted on Wednesday, March
12, 2025 from Greater Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church in
Beaumont, with Pastor John Carter, Sr., officiating.
Interment followed at Bolton Cemetery.
Born on Feb. 4, 1969, she was a Homemaker.
She died on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025 at her residence.
She is survived by her sons, Anthony Bolton of Hattiesburg and Alex
Henry of Pascagoula; her daughters, Jasmine Bolton of Hattiesburg,
Ashley Moye of Dallas, Texas, Ayliah Henry of Bismark, N.D., and Jada
Bolton of Petal; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward and Roe Nina,
Melvin and Tonya and Kevin and Talesha; her sisters and brothers-in-law,
Cindy, Cathy, Johnnie Pearl and Jake, Arlene and Samuel, Rita and Roger,
Sharon and Richard, Shana and Laterri and Jeff; eight grandchildren and
a great-grandson.
Henry of Pascagoula; her daughters, Jasmine Bolton of Hattiesburg,
Ashley Moye of Dallas, Texas, Ayliah Henry of Bismark, N.D., and Jada
Bolton of Petal; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Edward and Roe Nina,
Melvin and Tonya and Kevin and Talesha; her sisters and brothers-in-law,
Cindy, Cathy, Johnnie Pearl and Jake, Arlene and Samuel, Rita and Roger,
Sharon and Richard, Shana and Laterri and Jeff; eight grandchildren and
a great-grandson.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, a brother and a
brother-in-law.
brother-in-law.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
MAE BELL DORTCH
June 15, 1941-March 3, 2025
Funeral services for Mae Bell Dortch, 83, of McLain, were conducted on
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from Moody Chapel U.M. Church in McLain, with
Pastor Donzell Moody officiating.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from Moody Chapel U.M. Church in McLain, with
Pastor Donzell Moody officiating.
Interment followed at McLain Cemetery.
Born on June 15, 1941, she was retired as a Certified Nursing Assistant
with Deaconness Home Care.
with Deaconness Home Care.
She died on Monday, March 3, 2025 at her residence.
She is survived by her sons, Willia Ca. Fairley, Dennis Fairley, Douglas
Fairley and Elbert Fairley; three stepsons, Odia Dortch of Hattiesburg,
Eric Dortch and Stacy Dortch of Beaumont; three stepdaughters, Carey
Dortch and Christy Dortch of Beaumont and Sherri Dortch of Chattanooga,
Tenn.; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Fairley and Elbert Fairley; three stepsons, Odia Dortch of Hattiesburg,
Eric Dortch and Stacy Dortch of Beaumont; three stepdaughters, Carey
Dortch and Christy Dortch of Beaumont and Sherri Dortch of Chattanooga,
Tenn.; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, five brothers,
two sisters and a stepdaughter.
two sisters and a stepdaughter.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
ELBERT "EDDIE" HARRIS
Aug. 1, 1964-Feb. 25, 2025
Funeral services for Elbert "Eddie" Harris, 60, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Sunday, March 9, 2025 from New Light Missionary Baptist
Church, with Rev. Ronnie Horne officiating.
conducted on Sunday, March 9, 2025 from New Light Missionary Baptist
Church, with Rev. Ronnie Horne officiating.
Interment followed at the church cemetery.
Born on Aug. 1, 1964, he was a Laborer with Sanderson Farms and a member
of the New Light Missionary Baptist Church Choir.
of the New Light Missionary Baptist Church Choir.
He died on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 at Wayne General Hospital.
He is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, Travon Harris and
Marcquerious and Shaqueria Harris; a bonus son in Jerkoby Kelly; his
daughter, Ebony Harris; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Stevie and
Sharon Rivers, Prentiss and Anna Henderson, Jr., Maurice and Natoki
Henderson and Curtis Henderson; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Janis
Mabins, Evette and Ray, Minnie, Katricia Harris and Loretta Everett;
four grandchildren; his mother, Minnie Pearl Harris; and his stepmother,
Dr. Nettie Givens.
Marcquerious and Shaqueria Harris; a bonus son in Jerkoby Kelly; his
daughter, Ebony Harris; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Stevie and
Sharon Rivers, Prentiss and Anna Henderson, Jr., Maurice and Natoki
Henderson and Curtis Henderson; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Janis
Mabins, Evette and Ray, Minnie, Katricia Harris and Loretta Everett;
four grandchildren; his mother, Minnie Pearl Harris; and his stepmother,
Dr. Nettie Givens.
He was preceded in death by his father, a sister, two brothers and his
grandparents.
grandparents.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
DARLENE EDGE
June 16, 1946-Feb. 27, 2025
Funeral services for Darlene Edge, 78, of Meridian and formerly of
Shubuta, were conducted on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from Bethlehem
Missionary Baptist Church in Shubuta, with Rev. Terry Jones officiating.
Shubuta, were conducted on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from Bethlehem
Missionary Baptist Church in Shubuta, with Rev. Terry Jones officiating.
Interment followed at the church cemetery.
Born on June 16, 1946, she was a retired Lab Assistant and Nurse's
Aide with Heidelberg Clinic.
Aide with Heidelberg Clinic.
She died on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025 at Baptist Anderson Regional Medical
Center in Meridian.
Center in Meridian.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Benetia
Graham of Vail, Ariz., and Brandon and Debbie Graham of Dallas, Texas;
her daughter and son-in-law, Melanie Darlene and Ivan Young of Cahoes,
N.Y.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Ruth Carter of Shubuta
and Ollie Roy and Betty Carter of Picayune; her sister, Earlene Johnson;
15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Graham of Vail, Ariz., and Brandon and Debbie Graham of Dallas, Texas;
her daughter and son-in-law, Melanie Darlene and Ivan Young of Cahoes,
N.Y.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Ruth Carter of Shubuta
and Ollie Roy and Betty Carter of Picayune; her sister, Earlene Johnson;
15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her ex-husband, two brothers,
a sister and a sister-in-law.
a sister and a sister-in-law.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
CAROLYN LOUISE
WALLACE
May 15, 1951-Feb. 23, 2025
Funeral services for Carolyn Louise Wallace, 73, of Shubuta, were
conducted on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from New Mt. Zion U.M. Church in
Shubuta, with Rev. Steven Willis officiating.
conducted on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from New Mt. Zion U.M. Church in
Shubuta, with Rev. Steven Willis officiating.
Interment followed at Davenport Cemetery.
Born on May 15, 1951, she was a Sales Associate with Walmart.
She died on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025 at Wayne General Hospital.
She is survived by her sisters and brother-in-law, Patricia R. Everett
of Shubuta, Edna Woullard of Raleigh, N.C., and Ernestine and George
Campbell of Detroit, Mich.; 16 nieces and nephews and a host of
great-nieces and great-nephews.
of Shubuta, Edna Woullard of Raleigh, N.C., and Ernestine and George
Campbell of Detroit, Mich.; 16 nieces and nephews and a host of
great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and two brothers.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
BENJAMIN
MCSWAIN, JR.
March 7, 1965-Feb. 24, 2025
Funeral services for Benjamin McSwain, Jr., 59, of Richton, were
conducted on Friday, March 7, 2025 from New Hope Missionary Baptist
Church in Richton, with Minister Ronald McSwain officiating.
conducted on Friday, March 7, 2025 from New Hope Missionary Baptist
Church in Richton, with Minister Ronald McSwain officiating.
Interment followed at Sunrise Cemetery in Richton.
He is survived by his son, Benjamin Ashton McSwain; his brothers,
Minister Ronald "Perry" McSwain, Dyrell McSwain and Cornealous
McSwain; his sisters and brother-in-law, Rhonda McSwain and Tanya and
Mike Williams; a granddaughter and his mother, Cleve Esther McSwain.
Minister Ronald "Perry" McSwain, Dyrell McSwain and Cornealous
McSwain; his sisters and brother-in-law, Rhonda McSwain and Tanya and
Mike Williams; a granddaughter and his mother, Cleve Esther McSwain.
He was preceded in death by a son, two daughters and two sisters.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
MARLON NEIL DAVIS
Sept. 25, 1978-March 2, 2025
Funeral services for Marlon Neil Davis, 46, of Waynesboro, were
conducted on Thursday, March 6, 2025 from Pineville Missionary Baptist
Church with Rev. Samuel Newton (officiant) and Rev. Dr. Kenneth Maurice
Davis (eulogist) officiating.
conducted on Thursday, March 6, 2025 from Pineville Missionary Baptist
Church with Rev. Samuel Newton (officiant) and Rev. Dr. Kenneth Maurice
Davis (eulogist) officiating.
Interment followed at the church cemetery.
Born on Sept. 25, 1978, he was a Roofer with J.L. Davis Construction
Company.
Company.
He died on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at his residence.
He is survived by his sons, Marquez DeShaun Davis of San Antonio, Texas
and Jessie Hunter Davis of Phoenix, Ariz.; two stepsons, LaChance Kyree
Howard and LaQuan Anthonique Howard; his brothers and sisters-in-law,
Kenneth Maurice and Gloria Davis of Saucier and Kevin Lydell and Eugenia
Davis of Killeen, Texas; his sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and
Nathaniel Howard of Waynesboro; and his father, Jessie Lee Davis.
and Jessie Hunter Davis of Phoenix, Ariz.; two stepsons, LaChance Kyree
Howard and LaQuan Anthonique Howard; his brothers and sisters-in-law,
Kenneth Maurice and Gloria Davis of Saucier and Kevin Lydell and Eugenia
Davis of Killeen, Texas; his sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and
Nathaniel Howard of Waynesboro; and his father, Jessie Lee Davis.
He was preceded in death by his mother.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
CHARLES RAY
"HOLLY J." JONES
Oct. 7, 1962-Feb. 22, 2025
Funeral services for Charles Ray "Holly J." Jones, 62, of
Waynesboro, were conducted on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from Sweet Hope
Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. Curtis Blakely officiating.
Waynesboro, were conducted on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from Sweet Hope
Missionary Baptist Church, with Rev. Curtis Blakely officiating.
Interment followed at Waynesboro Cemetery.
Born on Oct. 7, 1962, he was a Millwright with Scotch Plywood and a
Drummer at Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church.
Drummer at Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church.
He died on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025 at Forrest General Hospital in
Hattiesburg.
Hattiesburg.
He is survived by his son, Curby Bruce of Atlanta, Ga.; his daughters
and sons-in-law, Ayeshion and Antonya Davis, Unecka Spencer and Sherron
and Claude Jordan of Waynesboro; his sisters and brothers-in-law,
Jeradine and Don Beal, Merrolyon and Timothy Everett, Joann Everett and
Pamela Gray, all of Waynesboro; six grandchildren and his mother, Mary
Jones.
and sons-in-law, Ayeshion and Antonya Davis, Unecka Spencer and Sherron
and Claude Jordan of Waynesboro; his sisters and brothers-in-law,
Jeradine and Don Beal, Merrolyon and Timothy Everett, Joann Everett and
Pamela Gray, all of Waynesboro; six grandchildren and his mother, Mary
Jones.
He was preceded in death by his father, two brothers and a
brother-in-law.
brother-in-law.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
PATRICIA DIANE
MCGREW-HILL
May 1, 1954-Feb. 18, 2025
Funeral services for Patricia Diane McGrew-Hill, 70, of Silas, Ala.,
were conducted on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from Shady Grove Baptist
Church in Silas, with Rev. Noble officiating.
were conducted on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from Shady Grove Baptist
Church in Silas, with Rev. Noble officiating.
Interment followed at the church cemetery.
Born on May 1, 1954, she was a Laborer in the blanket and textile
industry.
industry.
She died on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 at Wayne General Hospital.
She is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Melinda and Wayne
Patterson of McAlpin, Fla., Stephanie and Ennis Rudolph of Montgomery,
Ala., and Alesia Hill of Silas; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles
and Vera McGrew and Ruben and Fannie McGrew, Jr.; six grandchildren and
six great-grandchildren.
Patterson of McAlpin, Fla., Stephanie and Ennis Rudolph of Montgomery,
Ala., and Alesia Hill of Silas; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles
and Vera McGrew and Ruben and Fannie McGrew, Jr.; six grandchildren and
six great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
ADA MAE PICKENS
Feb. 2, 1940-Feb. 20, 2025
Funeral services for Ada Mae Pickens, 85, of Silas, Ala., were conducted
on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 from Pleasant Chapel Baptist Church in Silas,
with Rev. Randy Philon officiating.
on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 from Pleasant Chapel Baptist Church in Silas,
with Rev. Randy Philon officiating.
Born on Feb. 2, 1940, she was retired as a Textile Laborer.
She died on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 at SAAD Hospice in Mobile, Ala.
She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Henry Lewis and Gracie
Pickens of Silas, Michael and Tammy Pickens of Crandall, Graylin and
Shelia Pickens, Lumark and Lucille Hurd Pickens and Kelvin and Kwalia
Pickens of Waynesboro; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren.
Pickens of Silas, Michael and Tammy Pickens of Crandall, Graylin and
Shelia Pickens, Lumark and Lucille Hurd Pickens and Kelvin and Kwalia
Pickens of Waynesboro; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and
great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and three
siblings.
siblings.
An online guestbook can be signed at www.turnerfuneralhomems.com.
Turner Funeral Home of Waynesboro was in charge of arrangements.
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