Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Doris "Dottie" Alawaine
Feb 17, 2025
Doris Marie Alawine, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2025, at St. Dominic's Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on June 20, 1944, Lumberton, Mississippi, she was a beacon of light and warmth to all who knew her, embodying a spirit that was both nurturing and resilient.
Doris dedicated her professional life to her role...
David Franklin Fuller
Feb 15, 2025
David Franklin Fuller, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on February 15, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born on December 11, 1949, in Jackson, Mississippi, where he would later lay the foundation of a family filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.
David is survived by his devoted wife, Judy Fuller of...
Linda Jo "DoeDoe" Hammack
Feb 14, 2025
In the early hours of February 14, 2025, Linda Jo Mounce (Miller) Hammack passed away and went to be with our Lord and Savior. She is predeceased by her husband, Bobby Hammack, and her parents, Merle and Gerald Mounce.
Linda leaves behind her three daughters, Amy (Marcelo), Alison (Frankie), and Susan (Scott), and her stepson, Richard (Jennifer). Affectionately known as DoeDoe,...
Timothy Brian Macoy
Feb 14, 2025
Timothy “Timmy” Macoy, 49, passed away on February 14, 2025. He was born on May 28, 1975, in Jackson, Mississippi and moved to Richland, Mississippi in 1983. He was an active member of First Baptist Church in Richland and a proud employee of Zavation.
Tim was a devoted husband to Jamie, his high school sweetheart. Together, they have three children,...
Royce Schneider Vaughn
Feb 13, 2025
Royce Marlene Schneider Vaughn passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at her home in Pelahatchie, MS. She was 68 years old.
Royce was born on April 2, 1956, to Roy William Schneider and Mabel Theresa Varady Schneider in Granite City, IL. She has lived in Pelahatchie since 1998. Royce loved gardening and tending to her flowers. She enjoyed camping and...
Lester Ray Young
Feb 11, 2025
Lester Ray Young, 60, went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 11th at his home in Florence, MS. He spent his last moments surrounded by loved ones after battling pancreatic cancer for 4 ½ years (diagnosed August 7th, 2020).
Ray was born on August 8, 1964, in Morton, MS. He spent his younger years in Polkville learning important...
Jimmy Dale Harvey
Feb 10, 2025
Jimmy Dale Harvey went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 10, 2025, in Jackson, MS. He was 86 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m. with burial following...
John C Pierce
Feb 9, 2025
John C. Pierce, passed away on February 9, 2025, at St. Dominic’s in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on December 3, 1966, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to parents, Harley Pierce and Patsy Spivey Pierce. John lived a life characterized by kindness and an unwavering dedication to his family and community.
For many years, John built a career as a truck driver, a role...
Byrd Rusty Bridges
Feb 9, 2025
Byrd “Rusty” Bridges, 77, of Florence, Mississippi, passed away on February 9, 2025. Born on June 25, 1947, Rusty was a graduate of Forest Hill High School in Jackson, Mississippi, where he laid the foundation for a life dedicated to athletics and family. He furthered his education and athletic career at Delta State University, where he ran track and cross...
Sharion Tucker Smith
Feb 8, 2025
Sharion Tucker Smith, born on October 9, 1952, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on February 8, 2025. She was a cherished member of her community and will be remembered for her warm spirit and unwavering faith.Sharion grew up in the Clear Branch Community, where she spent most of her life. A proud graduate of Florence High School, she carried the...
Lurlene Whitehead
Feb 6, 2025
Lurlene Crisler Savell Whitehead passed into the arms of Jesus on February 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 89 years old.
Mrs. Whitehead was born April, 28, 1935 to Samuel J. and Mollie D. Savell. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Garrett; her sisters, Hester Hilton and Mildred Hobbs; brothers Leroy, Odie, Herman and...
Sarah Ann Williams
Feb 6, 2025
Sarah Ann Williams went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 6, 2025, in Jackson, MS. She was 83 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The service will begin at 3:00 p.m. followed by burial at...
Barbara Dell Sills
Feb 5, 2025
Barbara Dell Sills, born on February 10, 1930, in Beach, Mississippi to Clyde and Virgie Chambers, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, in Raymond, Mississippi. A beloved figure in her community and a devoted family member, Barbara leaves behind a profound legacy of faith, love, and service.
For many years, Barbara dedicated herself to her role as the gift shop...
Dorothy Ann Brown
Feb 5, 2025
Dorothy Ann Shows Brown passed into the arms of her savior, Jesus Christ on February 4, 2025. She was known to most as "Dot". Dot was born to Luther and Ruby Shows in Laurel, MS. She was the only child for Mr. and Mrs. Shows.
After Dot graduated high school, she came to Jackson to attend business school. Most of her...
Steven E. Evans
Feb 4, 2025
Steve Elliott Evans, 70, peacefully departed this life on February 4, 2025 at his home in Byram, MS. Steve was born February 18, 1954 in Brookhaven, MS to Hilary Evans and Betty Jo Morrow (Evans).
Steve was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Joe Ellard (Evans) of Ferriday, LA, his father, Hilary Evans of Natchez, MS and brother Ricky Lee...
Philip Bowen
Feb 4, 2025
Philip George Bowen was born in Wiggins, MS on January 19, 1936 to Dale & Cleo Bowen. He married the love of his life, Priscilla Bowen on December 1, 1956 and had two daughters Cynthia and Ruth. He was a proud member of the U.S. Marines (retired) followed by the U.S. Air Force (retired) and eventually became an Engineer for...
Danny "Pop Pig" Shumaker
Feb 1, 2025
Danny was born August 9, 1956 on his father’s birthday, the greatest gift. He is the son of Henry Tommy and Dorothy Garrett Shumaker. He was named after his mother’s favorite uncle, Dan Sojourner, and his grandfather, Tommie Shumaker and his father.
Danny spent his early years in Vicksburg and Crystal Springs, he eventually settled back in Crystal Springs to raise...
Alan Paul Armstrong
Feb 1, 2025
Alan Paul Armstrong went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at his home in Richland, MS. He was 67 years old.
Alan was born on November 17, 1957, to Richard Armstrong and Martha Lane Pointer Armstrong in Murray, Kentucky. He was a painter by trade and was a supervisor for Metro Painting. Alan loved his...
Robert "Bob" Ward Bullock
Jan 29, 2025
Bob was born November 23, 1935, in Borger, Texas. Bob is survived by his wife Shelia, sister-in-law Amanda Anderson, brother-in-law Gene (Bud) Anderson, Jr. and half-sister Elizabeth Copes Bicedenback His parents Bill Bullock and Mabel Redden and half-brother Art Bullock predeceased Bob.
Bob attended New Mexico Military Institute and graduated from Texas Christian University with a degree in photojournalism. He worked...
Larry Wayne Nipper
Jan 27, 2025
Larry Wayne Nipper, 69, of Richland, passed away on January 27, 2025. He was a devoted and loving father to Jeremy, Rachael, Justin, and Landen.
Larry was a hardworking and dedicated electrician, spending many years in the trade. He was known for his commitment to his work and his deep connection to IBEW Local 480, where he was a faithful member...
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