Obituary Listing

Apr 15, 2026

Lamar Yarbrough passed peacefully surrounded by family, 11 days shy of his 84th birthday, on April 15, 2026. He was born Arthur Lamar Yarbrough to Arthur Dale Yarbrough and Ruby Chiles Yarbrough on April 26, 1942. Lamar was a faithful member of Bethel Baptist Church in Woodland, MS. 

After retirement from B&W, Lamar went into the cattleman business, raising Charlet Cattle...

Apr 12, 2026

Elizabeth Houston Mitchell Rish, 90, passed peacefully from this life into the next on April 12, 2026.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026, at Houston Funeral Home with services following at 2:00 with Bro. Terry Rhodes and Bro. Don Locke officiating. Burial will be in the newly established Rish Hill Family Cemetery on the beloved...

Apr 9, 2026

Buddy Peden, a devoted father, brother, and respected electrician, passed away on April 9, 2026, in Houston, Mississippi. Born on September 21, 1939, in Houlka, Mississippi, Buddy lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his profession.

Throughout his career, Buddy served with honor in the United States Air Force, where he displayed commitment and discipline that...

Apr 6, 2026

Tommy Clyde Berry was born in Houston, MS to the late Clyde "Shifty" Berry and Natalie Marie Scruggs Berry.

He peacefully passed away on April 6, 2026 at The Blake @ Township in Ridgeland, MS.

Tommy was a cherished son, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend.

He was a true outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and ride dirt bikes as a young...

Mar 10, 2026

Roy Michael Jennings, born on April 23, 1951, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. He was a cherished son, father, brother, and grandfather who dedicated his life to serving others. Roy proudly served in the military, a testament to his unwavering commitment and dedication. After his military career, he worked as a small engine mechanic.

He is survived by his...

Mar 9, 2026

Virginia Clytee Hester, age 91, passed from her earthly home on Monday, March 9, 2026. She was born Virginia Clytee Brock on May 11, 1934, to Jack and Ruby Parks Brock. She worked as a secretary for the MS Forestry for 25 years before retiring. Clytee was a member of Friendship Baptist church but had been attending Parkway Baptist church...

Mar 8, 2026

With grateful hearts for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of a beloved matriarch, Bobbie Forrest Williams, who passed away at the age of 98 on March 8, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy that spans five generations. Her celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Houston Funeral Home at 12:00 PM with...

Mar 5, 2026

Kathryn Louise Forrester (1947-2026)

Kathryn Louise Sanford Forrester, 78, of Mantee, Mississippi, left this Earth on March 5, 2026, just after midnight.

She was born on September 18, 1947, in Houston, Mississippi, to Ralph and Betty Sanford. Kathy was a graduate of Cumberland High School, married her high school sweetheart with whom she had and raised three daughters, and spent her life...

Mar 3, 2026

Mrs. Hazel Ellynn Hare Whitt, 61 of Woodland, died March 3, 2026. Visitation will be Thursday, March 5, at Houston Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Funeral service will be Friday, March 6 at 2:00 P.M. at Arbor Grove Baptist Church officiated by Bro. Jason Pilcher and Bro. Johnny Cherry. Burial will be at Arbor Grove Church Cemetery.

Hazel was born on...

Mar 3, 2026

Feb 28, 2026

**Obituary for Denise Paulette Jernigan**

Denise Paulette Jernigan

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Denise Paulette Jernigan, who departed this life on February 28, 2026 at the age of 73. Born on December 21, 1952 in Peoria, Illinois to Hilda and Paul Jernigan. Denise grew up and called Houston, MS home where she was a graduate of...

Feb 25, 2026

James Winfred “Jimmy” Porter, age 100, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. He was born on November 15, 1925, to the late John Robert Porter and Kittly Florence Brown Porter.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Houston Funeral Home with Robert Cliett officiating. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon and continue until...

Feb 21, 2026

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of John Michael Harmon on February 21, 2026. Born on August 10, 1954, Mike captured the hearts of many with his spirit, resilience, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends. Though nothing prepares a family for such a loss, we take comfort in knowing...

Feb 8, 2026

Wilford Hartel Robertson, affectionately known to all as "Buster" passed away peacefully at his home, February 8, 2026, in Chickasaw County, surrounded by the comfort of the life he so faithfully lived. 

A funeral service will be held Friday, February 13, 2026, at Bethel Baptist Church at 1:00 PM with Bro. Sammy McMillan, Bro. Henry Robertson, and Dr. Randy Rinehart officiating....

Jan 21, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Rose Ellen Haire, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother, who departed this life on January 21, 2026, at the age of 85. Rose was born on August 3, 1940, Chickasaw county, Mississippi, and she made her home in Houston, MS, where she lived her life surrounded by the...

Jan 10, 2026

Juanita Grace Hollingsworth Young

April 12, 1927– January 10, 2026

Juanita Grace Hollingsworth Young passed away at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, leaving behind nearly a century of love, beauty, faith, and family. 

Born in Loyd, Mississippi, on April 12, 1927, she lived a life so full it feels impossible to fit into a few paragraphs.

To her family she was Mama Grace—and...

Jan 4, 2026

               

Mr. Tracy Hugh Whitt, 65, of Woodland, died on January 4, 2026. Visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, at Houston Funeral Home from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Funeral services are scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, at 2:00 p.m. at Arbor Grove Baptist Church, officiated by Bro. Ron Harrison and Bro. Jason Pilcher. Burial will...

Dec 18, 2025

Joyce Faye Blissard-Vance, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 18, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on February 27, 1936, in Houston, Mississippi, Joyce touched the lives of many through her warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family.

 A devoted homemaker, Joyce's heart was always centered around her loved ones. Her...

Oct 20, 2025

Peggy Ruth Pettit, a cherished member of her community and beloved matriarch of her family, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on April 23, 1938, in Mississippi, Peggy lived a full life marked by her devotion to her family and her unwavering faith.

Throughout her life, Peggy was a pillar...

Oct 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bruce Pepper, a beloved husband, father, Poppa and friend, who left this world peacefully at the age of 80 on October 10, 2025. Born on September 12, 1945, Bruce Haven Pepper lived a life filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories in Houston, Mississippi.

A Funeral Service will be...