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Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

William "Bud" Milton Singletary

William "Bud" Milton Singletary

Dec 7, 2023

 

William Milton (Bud) Singletary, 97, of Florence, went into the arms of his Savior on December 7, 2023.  He passed away at Summerhouse, Beau Ridge in Ridgeland, MS, where he had been a resident in the Dementia Unit since March of this year.  He died of natural causes.

Bud was born and raised in Florence, MS but moved to...

Mavis Gail White

Mavis Gail White

Dec 7, 2023

  Mavis Gail White passed away peacefully in her home on December 7, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Although her 64 years of life seems like it will never be enough, the imprint she made on us and the memories we made with her will live with us forever. 

Mavis was born on December 8th, 1958, in Jackson, Ms....

Brenda Anne Clark

Brenda Anne Clark

Dec 6, 2023

Brenda Anne Clark passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in Jackson, MS. She was 70 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence.

Brenda was born on March 24, 1953, to Horace and Helen Brasfield in Jackson, MS. She has lived in...

Lori Chantay Steen

Lori Chantay Steen

Dec 4, 2023

The most difficult marathon a person can run has been completed. It is finished. The race is over. Lori Chantay Webb Steen was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the spring of 2022. After undergoing surgery and treatment, another type of cancer called Leiomyosarcoma began invading her body. Chantay fought this evil disease a year and eight months. She had the...

Ronald "Ronnie" Earl Johnson

Ronald "Ronnie" Earl Johnson

Dec 4, 2023

Ronald “Ronnie” Earl Johnson passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023, in Camden, MS. He was 66 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS.  The graveside service will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories.

Ronnie was born on December 28,...

Bobbie Sue Loper

Bobbie Sue Loper

Dec 4, 2023

Bobbie Sue Loper left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 4, 2023, at her home in Richland, MS. She was 96 years old.

Ms. Bobbie was born on October 23, 1927, to Aubrey and Cynthia Shoemake in Jones County, MS. She lived most of her life in the Jackson area but has lived in...

Lillard "Becky" Chandler

Lillard "Becky" Chandler

Dec 3, 2023

Lillard “Becky” Chandler went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 3, 2023. She was 77 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. with the funeral service starting at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. Interment will follow at Glenwood Cemetery in Richland, MS.

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Lisa Ann Dickson

Lisa Ann Dickson

Nov 30, 2023

Lisa Downs Dickson, age 63, entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, November 30, 2023, after a yearlong battle with cancer.

 

Lisa was born to Charlie and Ruby Downs on June 29,1960 in Jackson, Mississippi. She graduated from Forrest Hill High School in 1978. Lisa then attended Hinds Community College after which she began her nursing career. Lisa met...

Naomi Payne Ferrell

Naomi Payne Ferrell

Nov 27, 2023

 

Naomi McCraney Ferrell, 97, devoted Christian , loving mother, adoring Mimi, style icon and the extraordinary, original Steel Magnolia went home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2023. She was born in Meridian, MS on September 20, 1926 to Gean Miller Payne and Benjamin Sanford Payne. Raised in Meridian, she graduated from Meridian High School as Salutatorian...

Patsy Ann Cook

Patsy Ann Cook

Nov 26, 2023

 

Patsy Ann Cook was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. At age 85, she quietly departed this life on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. She was born to Ernest Cook and Burvie Ann Pullen Cook on July 12, 1938 in Attala County, MS in the Chapel Hill Community.

After graduating from...

Hilton McDaniel

Hilton McDaniel

Nov 26, 2023

Hilton McDaniel, a beloved husband, father, and devoted member of his community, has passed away at the age of 83. Throughout his career as an automobile painter at Capitol Body Shop, spanning an impressive 32 years, Hilton showcased his exceptional talent and expertise. His dedication to his craft was evident in his meticulous work and the restoration of several vehicles....

Ester Allen Mann

Ester Allen Mann

Nov 25, 2023

 

Ester Allen Mann went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 25, 2023, at her home in Terry, MS surrounded by her family at the age of 75. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, November 27, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram, MS and then again on Tuesday,...

Kenneth Cleveland Boyd

Kenneth Cleveland Boyd

Nov 25, 2023

 

Kenneth Cleveland Boyd, died on November 25, 2023 at his home in Florence, Mississippi at the age of 75. Mr. Boyd was born in McComb, Mississippi on February 25, 1948, to parents Robert T. Boyd, Sr. and Kathleen D. Boyd.

He graduated from McComb High School in 1967. He attended Baptist Radiology School from 1968-1970 and continued his education...

Ansel B. Pierce

Ansel B. Pierce

Nov 22, 2023

Ansel B. Pierce, 85, of Star, MS passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. The family will receive friends for visitation from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The graveside service will follow at 1:15 p.m. at Star Cemetery in Star, MS.

Ansel was born...

Vivian Marie Powell

Vivian Marie Powell

Nov 21, 2023

Vivian Marie Powell passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, in Jackson, MS. She was 85 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. The memorial service will follow at 11:00.

Vivian was born on August 10, 1938, to Ralph and Sarah Feagan Marti in Windsor,...

Ella Mae Carson

Ella Mae Carson

Nov 20, 2023

Little Miss. Ella Mae Carson got her angel wings on Monday, November 20, 2023, in Richland, MS. She was 6 weeks old.

Ella was born on October 5, 2023, to Ashley Sanders and Jacob Carson in Jackson, MS. Besides being loved on by her big sister Skylar, she loved all her time with her big sister and parents before she...

Arvindkumar I. Patel

Arvindkumar I. Patel

Nov 18, 2023

Arvindbhai Isvharbhai Patel, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and a friend, who passed away on November 18,2023 at the age of 76 in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on  October 20, 1947, in Gangpur town situated in taluka palsana, in state of Gujarat, India to deceased father Ishvarbhai Patel and mother Deviben Patel.

Arvindbhai is survived by far large loving family, his...

Harold Lloyd Green

Harold Lloyd Green

Nov 17, 2023

Harold Lloyd Green, 96, of Florence, MS passed from this life into his Heavenly home on November 17, 2023, at the Mississippi State Veterans Home in Collins, MS.  He was born May 24, 1927, in Ouachita Parish, LA to William Lloyd and Alma Payne Green.  He moved to Mississippi with his family at an early age and attended Central High...

Ryan Thomas Roberts

Ryan Thomas Roberts

Nov 15, 2023

Ryan Thomas Roberts, a devoted son, loving father, and brother, passed away on November 15, 2023 in Jackson, MS. Born on July 4, 1999, to Harry W. Evans and Nancy Diane Hallum. Ryan's early years were marked by his passion for helping others. Before his deployment, he selflessly volunteered as a youth firefighter in Terry. His commitment to serving his community...

Michael Higgins Sr.

Michael Higgins Sr.

Nov 14, 2023

Michael Higgins Sr. passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, in Jackson, MS. He was 63 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 20, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence. A graveside service will follow at Terry Cemetery in Terry, MS.

Michael was born on February 1, 1960, in Morton,...

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