Obituary Listing

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...

Sep 5, 2025

Jayne Harrison, age 80, passed from her earthly home, Friday, September 5, 2025, with her family at her side., Erma Jayne Davis was born in Houston, MS to Howard Milton and Erma Davis on August 8, 1945.

Jayne attended Parkway Baptist Church in Houston, MS. She worked as a secretary for the Chickasaw Development Foundation and the...

Aug 29, 2025

William Lee "Sonny" Scott, Sr. earned his heavenly reward, after a lengthy battle with cancer, on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025 at his home in Sparta, surrounded by loved ones.

Born William Lee Scott, Sept. 4, 1947, in Houston, Miss. to parents J.B. Scott, Jr. and Betty Maud Pumphrey Scott, Sonny was the oldest of two children, with...

Aug 14, 2025

Jimmy Earp, age 72, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center. He was born Jimmy Roger Earp on February 5, 1953, to John Sydney and Clara Ward Earp. Jimmy owned a barber shop in Houston, MS and enjoyed his work as a barber.

A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 19,...

Aug 12, 2025

Rubye Kimbrough, Age 88, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Rubye Doss to William Robert and Minnie Doss on January 8, 1937. Rubye was retired after working 31 years at Seminole in a management role. She is a faithful member of Macedonia Church.

A Funeral Service will be held...

Aug 10, 2025

Calvin Redwine, age 65, passed away on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born Calvin Ray Redwine on November 29th, 1959, in Lambert, MS to Bobby Ray and Martha Frances Redwine.

Calvin was the epitome of hard work, dedication, and love.  Being the oldest of six boys...

Aug 8, 2025

Gwendolyn Pearson, age 89, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, in Houston, MS. Born Martha Gwendolyn Pearson on February 7, 1936, to Fred Augus and Mildred Pearson, she was a cherished member of the Church of the Nazarene and a dedicated retired mathematics teacher.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at...

Aug 8, 2025

With sadness we announce the passing of our dear sister, Martha Gwendolyn Pearson, age 89, of Houston, Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Mildred Augusta Cordell, her father Fred Augustus Pearson, and her mother, Drudie Mildred Morgan Pearson.

Gwendolyn leaves her sister, Ferial Bess Kirby of Lakeland, Florida and her brother, Fred...

Aug 8, 2025

Charles Ruble Duncan, age 98, passed away Friday, August 8, 2025, in Grenada, MS. Ruble was born Charles Ruble Duncan on October 24, 1926, to Ruben G. and Vannie Griffin Duncan in Houston, MS. He was a manager at Houston Ceramics Tile and a faithful member of Mantee Baptist Church.

A Funeral service will be held Tuesday,...

Aug 8, 2025

Mrs. Judy Martin Stroup Washington, 76, passed away peacefully, Friday, August 8, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, and Nana and a longtime member of Friendship Baptist Church. Judy was a quiet, hardworking woman who inspired others with her strength and love for God.

Judy is survived by her...

Aug 4, 2025

Van Evans Clark, age 82, passed away August 4, 2025, in Baldwin, MS. He was born June 22, 1943, to James Thomas Clark and Esta Alma McKibbon Clark in Houston, MS. He served in the Airforce as an airman and was a retired transportation driver.

A Memorial service will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 1:00...

Jul 28, 2025

James Melvin Pettigrew, age 90, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at his home in Houston, Mississippi. Jimmy was born on December 21, 1934, to Sula Lytal Pettigrew and Dixon Lee Pettigrew in Tupelo, Mississippi.

Jimmy graduated from Baldwyn High School where he played football, baseball, and basketball. In high school he met Patricia Ann Dobbs,...

Jul 5, 2025

Robert Lamar Beaty, age 84, passed away July 5, 2025 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Lamar was born December 9, 1940 to Kimball Beaty and Grace Wilson Beaty in Houston, Ms.

A Memorial service will be held August 16, 2025, at Houston First Methodist Church at 11 AM. Rev. David Upshaw and Dr. Randy Rhinehart...

Jun 13, 2025

Margaret Sue Alford Boyd, 76, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at her home in Tupelo, MS.  She was born on November 19, 1948, in Houston, MS to Curtis E. Alford and Marguerite Seale Alford.  Sue grew up in Houston and graduated from Houston High School in 1967.  She was married to Joe Randall (Randy) Boyd and they...

Jun 1, 2025

Johnny Russel Bevels

Houston, MS – Johnny Russel Bevels, age 84, passed away June 1, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in West Point, MS. Johnny was born January 19, 1941 to John Vardaman Bevels and Retha Alice Tubbs Bevels. Johnny joined the Navy in 1958 where he was a seaman on the Bon Homme Richard Aircraft...

May 30, 2025

Roger Dale Finn went home to the arms of Jesus on May 30, 2025. He was surrounded by family in his home in Houston, Mississippi. Roger was an amazing husband, loving father, and doting grandfather and great grandfather. He was born in Houston, Mississippi on October 17, 1948 to parents James & Mary Lou Finn (both deceased). He married...

Apr 29, 2025

Bobby Glen Mooneyham, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2025. He was born on May 27, 1944, to Doxie and Louise Mooneyham in Houston, MS.

He attended Itawamba Junior College, earning an Associate of Arts degree in 1964. He later studied at Mississippi State and was awarded a Bachelor...

Apr 26, 2025

William Lee "Bill" Owen, age 78, passed from his earthly home Saturday, April 26, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Bill or as some knew him Doodley was born June 25, 1946, at his home in Houlka to Thomas Lee Owen and Dora Adon Naron Owen.

Bill worked with a shipyard loading and unloading shipping containers but...

Apr 25, 2025

Sandra Doss Bullock was born September 15, 1949, in Houston, MS, and left this life on Earth April 25, 2025. Raised in a hardworking, close-knit family, she learned invaluable lessons in life and love. Sandra Faye, the tiny baby whose first humble bed was a suitcase, blossomed into a strong and beautiful soul.

As a young teen,...