Recent Obituaries in Byram and Florence Mississippi.

Oct 26, 2023

Hilda Patterson Havens entered her Heavenly home on Thursday, October 26, 2023, in Jackson, MS. She was 69 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1:00 p.m. until time for the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. Interment will follow the service at Glenwood Memorial Park...

Oct 26, 2023

Sam Simmons, age 92, departed this life on October 26, 2023, trusting in the promise of Jesus he held so dear: "I am the resurrection and the life. He that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live." Today, we know Sam is more alive than he has ever been.

James Samuel Simmons was born to George...

Oct 25, 2023

Jackie Lee Wingo passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at his home in Florence, MS. He was 73 years old. The family will hold a graveside service at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Dempsey Cemetery in Russellville, AL in the Five Points Community.

Jackie was born on September 2, 1950, to Jack and Louise Wingo in...

Oct 22, 2023

Samantha Paige Hilderbrand, affectionately known as Paige, passed away on October 22, 2023, at the age of 42. She peacefully passed away at her home in Raymond, Mississippi and was surrounded by her loving family and friends.  She was a beloved mother, partner, daughter, sister, and friend. Paige was born on November 4, 1980, in Jackson, Mississippi to Thomas "Rex"...

Oct 22, 2023

 

Kathryn Wilson Hensarling of Terry, MS passed peacefully at St. Dominic Hospital on Sunday, October 22, 2023. She was surrounded by family.

Kathryn, known as “Kitty” to friends and family, was born February 27, 1929 in Brookhaven, MS. She grew up on a farm in Brookhaven. Though she was not fond of it, she did pick her share of...

Oct 22, 2023

Corine Ruth Clark departed from this earth on Sunday, October 22, 2023, in Madison, MS. She was 81 years old. The family will hold a graveside service on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Garden of Memories in Florence, MS.

Corine was born on November 12, 1941, to Jesse and Ruth Turner Owenby in Hendersonville, NC. She...

Oct 21, 2023

Rosemary Ainsworth passed away on October 21, 2023, in Terry, MS. She was born in East Dereham, England on November 4, 1935 to her parents, Freddie Watkins and Ivy May Codman Watkins.

Rosemary's life was filled with grace and passion as she twirled across the dance floor as a professional ballroom dancer.  Throughout her career as a ballroom dancer, Rosemary...

Oct 19, 2023

Vesta Bridges Chesteen passed away on Oct 18, 2023, in Ridgeland, MS from dementia. Visitation will be Friday, Oct 20, 2023, from 5-8 PM and funeral services will be held on Saturday, Oct 21, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS.

Vesta was in born in Harrisville, MS on Sept 15, 1935, to Winnie Barlow Bridges and Wiley Bridges....

Oct 19, 2023

Raymond Curtis Brewer, known to his loved ones as Butch, passed away on October 19, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Jackson, MS, to John David Brewer Sr, and Rita Lux Brewer. Raymond's life was marked by a long and fulfilling career as a truck driver. Butch had a passion for the great outdoors, and he found solace...

Oct 18, 2023

Carolyn Ann Benton left this world on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at her home in Jackson, MS surrounded by family.  She was 81 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. The celebration of life will begin at 2:00 p.m.

Carolyn was born on December 11, 1942, to James...

Oct 18, 2023

Sandra Ratliff Dickerson went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, in Brandon, MS.  She was 82 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS. Interment will follow at Lakewood Memorial Park in Jackson,...

Oct 17, 2023

Joe Sharpe left this world too soon on October 17, 2023. Born in Detroit, Michigan on September 25, 1970, Joe was the eldest of three sons to Sharon Persha, seating him in the natural role of caretaker to anyone he encountered throughout his life. 

 He married the love of his life, Tammy, on March 9, 1996. They met on a...

Oct 12, 2023

George John Michael, Jr. went to be with his Lord and Savior in his new Heavenly home on Thursday, October 12, 2023, in Jackson, MS. He was 86 years old.  The family will receive friends for visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023, and 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence, MS....

Oct 10, 2023

 

On October 10, 2023, the angels came back for Leila Gabrelle Crain, fondly known as Gabby, and she got her "big wings" in heaven.  She has looked forward to this day since the first time she saw her angels and got a sneak peek of Jesus and the wonders of heaven.

Born on July 8, 1987, in Flowood, MS,...

Oct 9, 2023

Dianne Elizabeth Holmes, nee Hogan, peacefully departed from this world on October 9, 2023, in Brookhaven, Mississippi, at the age of 76 surrounded by family. She was born on October 5, 1947, in Georgia to the late Martha Elizabeth Burnette Hogan and Billie Earl Hogan. Dianne, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, great-aunt, great-great-aunt and friend, will be...

Oct 7, 2023

Deborah “Debbie” Lynn Furlow, 55, passed away October 7, 2023 in Starkville, MS. She was born May 29, 1968 in Ohio to Reece Furlow, Sr. and the late Kathryn Parker Furlow. She grew up in Plain City, Ohio and has been a Mississippi resident for many years.

 Debbie's educational background played an important role in shaping her career path. After...

Oct 7, 2023

Marie Downs, born on April 28, 1951, unexpectedly passed away on October 7, 2023, at her residence. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Marie was known for her vibrant personality and the joy she brought to those around her.

Marie worked as a bartender at Martins Restaurant and Lounge in Jackson, Mississippi prior to her retirement. Her...

Oct 6, 2023

Leo J. McBride passed away Friday, October 6, 2023 at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, MS. He was 76. Leo was born April 22, 1947 in Lexington, MS to the late Otha and Lurline Tyson McBride. He attended Southside Baptist Church and is an US Army veteran.

Leo enjoyed hunting and fishing on his land he owned in Holmes County and...

Oct 5, 2023

Carolyn Tatum Tew crossed over into her Heavenly home on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at her home in Pearl, MS. She was 88 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Truitt Memorial Baptist Church in Pearl, MS. The Memorial Service will follow at 3:00 p.m.

Carolyn was born on...

Oct 2, 2023