Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.
Loys Joan Bridges
Aug 21, 2024
Loys Joan (Joanie) Bridges passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, from this painful life to see the hope of her faith, Jesus Christ.
Joanie was born in Scott County on May 28, 1936, to Mary Lou and Theron B. Wallace. She was raised in Scott County and Pearl, Mississippi. Joanie was a graduate of Pearl High School and Mississippi College and...
Rosealine Ruth-Gayle Robertson
Aug 19, 2024
Rosie was a very silly, goofy, adventurous little girl. She liked making noises. Anytime she entered the room, the room would just light up bright. She didn’t like being put down or left alone for even a minute. She always wanted all of the attention on her, and she just loved to be played with. The floor was her favorite...
Connie Kay Cole
Aug 19, 2024
Connie Kay Cole, born on December 21, 1950, went to be with God in the early morning hours of August 19, 2024. A devout Christian, she lived her life with faith, grace, and love.
Connie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Boyd Cole; her father, Iven Gwinn; her mother, Juanita Rosentreter; her sisters, Gwen Lowe and Juanita Reuter; and her brothers,...
Michael "Steve" McDonald
Aug 18, 2024
Michael Steven McDonald was called home by Jesus on August 18, 2024, at his residence in DiBerville, Ms. He was a blessing on earth for 52 years.
Born on October 19, 1971, in Jackson, Ms. He was the son of Michael Bruce McDonald (Melanie) and Beverly Pope McDonald (Harvey). He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Gerald and Edna...
Edward C. Knight
Aug 17, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward Carter Knight, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather, who went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2024, at the age of 80. Ed was born on May 6, 1944, in Georgetown, MS, where he was raised in a home filled with love, faith, and...
Linda Toups Moss
Aug 16, 2024
Linda Toups Moss, 71, entered the gates of heaven on August 16, 2024. She was born on January 18, 1953 in Jennings, Louisiana, to the late Wilton and Cecile Toups.
She was a business owner within the construction industry. She was born and raised in Louisiana and Texas but eventually moved to Rankin County, the place she called home for thirty-four...
Alice Jacqueline Scott
Aug 14, 2024
Alice Jacqueline Jones Scott, 82, passed away peacefully at home in Terry, MS on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Visitation will be held at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS. on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 12pm to 2pm. A celebration of life service will begin at 2 pm. Interment will follow at Lakewood South Memorial Park in Jackson, MS.
A long-...
Claude Lazarus, Jr
Aug 14, 2024
With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Claude Lazarus, Jr., 96, affectionately known as "Shorty", who departed from this world on August 14, 2024, in Clinton, MS. He was born on September 16, 1927, in Woodville, MS, to the late Mr. Claude Lazarus, Sr. and Barbara Walker Lazarus.
Shorty led a remarkable life, leaving behind a profound legacy built on...
Ann Coker Turbville
Aug 9, 2024
Ann Coker Turbville of Florence born April 17, 1947 was finally healed Friday, August 9 after a long and courageous cancer battle, of 15 years. However, she did not let that define her. She fought with grace and humility not only for herself but mostly for her family. Her focus was always on her family and she loved spending time...
Merlin Langston "Bud" Thompson, Jr
Aug 8, 2024
Merlin Langston Thompson, Jr, “Bud” 64 passed away and went to be with the Lord on August 8, 2024. Bud was born March 25, 1960, the son of Merlin L. Thompson and Annie Elizabeth Hydrick Thompson of Jackson, MS.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Joe Merlin Thompson (Sonny). He is survived by his loving wife...
James Anthony "Tony" Byrd
Aug 6, 2024
James “Tony” Byrd, 66, passed away at home with family at his side in Star, MS. He was born September 28, 1957, to Shelby and Jean Byrd and grew up in Pearl. He was one of 5 children Ricky Byrd (Sherri), Debbie Horn (Billy), Gregg Byrd and Cassondra Grantham. Like his father and grandfather, he worked in the dirt business...
Michelle Ann McIntosh
Aug 5, 2024
Michelle Ann McIntosh of Florence, MS passed away at her home Monday, August 5th, 2024. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am Friday, August 9th, 2024, at Chancellor's funeral home in Florence, MS.
Michelle was born August 26th, 1996, in Flowood, MS. to Michael and Susan Eggen McIntosh. She was preceded in death by grandparents of the Eggen and...
Dr. James "Jim" Everett
Aug 5, 2024
Dr. James “Jim” Everett,72, passed away at home with family at his side after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for over 8 months. He entered the arms of his Heavenly Father on Monday, August 5, 2024. He was born on November 21, 1951, in Belzoni, MS to Rev. J.P. Everett and Willie Fraiser Everett.
He surrendered to the Lord at age 16...
Brooklyn Leigh Steinwinder
Aug 3, 2024
Brooklyn Leigh Steinwinder, born on June 25, 2021, in Flowood, MS, passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024, in Florence, MS.
Brooklyn, a blonde hair, blue eyed, extremely sweet and kind soft hearted soul. She loved her family, especially her big sissy. Nothing but laughter and playful times with Cocomelon from obsessively watching to dancing and singing all the songs. A...
James Arnold Skinner
Aug 1, 2024
James Arnold Skinner,79, passed away on August 1, 2024, in Byram, MS. He was born on May 1, 1945, in Jackson, MS to his loving parents, John Skinner and Billie Moore Skinner.
James was very religious. He had read his bible 8 times. He found solace in reading the Bible. He would tell you about it if you asked. He went...
Thomas L Smith
Jul 31, 2024
Thomas L Smith, known to many as Tom, passed away on July 31, 2024, at his home in Jackson, MS. He was born on March 4, 1954, in West Virginia, to Dacile Smith and Mary Nix Smith.
Tom dedicated his life to music as a music teacher and pianist, finding immense joy in sharing his passion with others. Beyond his musical...
Nelda Oleta Townsend
Jul 31, 2024
Nelda Oleta Townsend went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, in Brandon, MS. She was 84 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Briar Hill Baptist Church in Florence. The funeral service will begin at 10:30 and the burial will...
Michael Ray Broadwater
Jul 24, 2024
Michael Ray Broadwater, known to many as "Mike," peacefully passed away on July 24, 2024 in Terry, MS. He was born on November 11, 1955, in Hazlehurst, MS to William Harvey Broadwater, Sr and Lela Kitchens Broadwater.
Throughout his life, Mike embraced the freedom of the open road as a truck driver and found joy in exploring new horizons. He believed...
Dana Kelly Walker
Jul 24, 2024
Dana Kelly Walker went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at her home in Florence, MS. She was 50 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. The service will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Dana was born...
Luther Mike Wilson
Jul 23, 2024
Luther “Mike” Wilson passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at his home in Florence, MS. He was 65 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The memorial service will begin at 3:00 p.m.
Mike was born on November 17, 1958,...
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