Jackson, MS Obituaries

Leroy Arthur Pugh passed on October 22, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on January 2, 1933, he was a resident of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Marion Dwight Jenkins of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away at The Oaks Residence on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the age of 91. Marion was born in Sallis, Mississippi, on June 25, 1935. He grew up i...

Michael Morgan Mockbee Jr., born April 16, 1945, of Jackson, Mississippi, is remembered with deep respect and gratitude for a life shaped by steadfast devotion to family, enduring friendships, and a s...

Willie Ray Smith, affectionately known as “Daddy” and “Pawpaw Willie” to his family, passed away on October 16, 2026, at the age of 97. Born November 17, 1928, in Jackson, Mississippi, he spent part o...

In Loving Memory of Mary Ellen Hoard Mazique August 18, 1941 – October 15, 2026 A Life of Faith, Love, and Quiet Strength Mary Ellen Hoard Mazique was born on August 18, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, t...

A Life Beautifully Lived Remembering Jo Ann Ginn Jo Ann Ginn, 95, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 15, 2026, at Edgewood Nursing Home in Byram, Mississippi, leaving behind a lifetime...

John B. Speake, 92, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026. John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was characterized by faith, family, integrity, hard work, and a ...

Michael Irving Barnes, 80, died October 11, 2026. Born December 13, 1945, at Baptist Hospital, Michael lived most of his life in Jackson, Mississippi, and in 2019 moved to Flowood, Mississippi. Throug...

Eileen Weisenberger, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born on May 8, 1939. Eilee...

Helen Rose Blackwell Bacon January 11, 1937 – September 30, 2026 Helen Rose Blackwell Bacon went home to be with her Heavenly Father on September 30, 2026, passing away peacefully at the age of 89. B...

Walter Earl Bankston, age 92 passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at home. He was born on November 22, 1933, in Durant in Holmes County. He graduated from Central High School in 1954. He enli...

David Michael French, 79, passed away on September 24, 2026. Born July 5, 1947, in Alexandria, Louisiana, David lived in Jackson, Mississippi. Across a life shaped by steady purpose and quiet strengt...

Cloie Lynn Reid, 73, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away, with family by her side, on Monday, September 21, 2026. Lynn was born on February 21, 1953, in Eupora, Mississippi to Marvin (preceded in ...

SENIOR HINDS COUNTY CHANCERY JUDGE JULIAN DEWAYNE THOMAS Julian Dewayne Thomas, Senior Judge of the Hinds County Chancery Court, passed a...

Charlotte Brister Slay McCafferty, 91, of Bolton, Mississippi, passed away on September 15, 2026, at St. Dominic Hospital. Charlotte was born on September 3, 1935, in Water Valley, Mississippi, to Ja...

Robert G. (Bob) Howell, Sr, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on September 11, 2026, at Highland Home in Ridgeland, MS. He was preceded in death by his parents Hubert Ray Howell, Sr., Reb...

Born October 18, 1955 in Franklin County, the daughter of Evans Shorts, Sr. and Olla Shorts, Mildred Whitlock grew up in a close-knit and loving family. From her father she inherited a "real zest for ...

Virginia “Peggy” Bardwell Luke, 92, passed away on September 7, 2026 in Senatobia, Mississippi. She was born on May 8, 1934 in West Helena, Arkansas, to I.H. and Delia Embry Bardwell. She moved to Ca...

On Sunday, September 6, 2026 Glenda Cook Martin passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. She was at her home with both of her daughters by her side. She was born in B...

Mrs. Mittie W. White, 87, of Brandon, MS, died September 5, 2026 at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held at Lakewood Funeral Home, 6011 Clinton Blvd., Jackson, M...

Mary Frances Fisher, 87, was born on October 25, 1938, and passed away on September 4, 2026. Mary Frances will be remembered with deep respect for the steady care she brought to the people and pursui...

Rosemary East, 95, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away on September 4, 2026. Born on August 31, 1931, Rosemary lived a life marked by steady devotion to family, faith, and the quiet daily work of car...

Mary Louise McCulley Rowe, 90, passed away on September 3, 2026. Mary was born on May 20, 1936, in Water Valley, Mississippi. She was preceded in death by Leonard, her loving husband of 63 years, her ...

Mildred Maxine Fetzer, 92, passed away on September 2, 2026. Born April 12, 1934, in Somerset, PA, she lived a life marked by steady faith and quiet devotion to the people and pursuits she held dear. ...

Matthew A. Bataille, “Matt”, 55, of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away following a sudden medical emergency on August 15, 2026. He will be remembered as a devoted father, accomplished executive, innova...

George Gary Walters, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, teacher, Christian and one of Mississippi’s finest watercolor artists, passed away on August 28, 2026. He leaves be...

Bobbie Jo Hester, 88, of Pearl, Mississippi, was born August 15, 1938, in Jackson, Mississippi, and died August 20, 2026. A beloved presence in the lives of those who knew her, Bobbie will be remember...

Katherine Rollins Owen, 57, of Jennings, OK passed away unexpectedly at home on August 14, 2026. She was born on December 27, 1968, in Albuquerque, NM to Robert and Fay Rollins. She is survived by ...

Susan Elaine Abernathy Bishop, 63, of Raymond, Mississippi, died August 11, 2026, in Raymond, Mississippi. Born December 14, 1962, in Mississippi, Susan was the daughter of George Abernathy and Sarah ...

Lynda Carol (Posey) Song, 79, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away on August 10, 2026. Born January 18, 1947, in Meridian, Mississippi, Lynda was a beloved and cherished presence whose compassion and ...

John Michael Slavin, 83, of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on August 8, 2026. Born December 13, 1942, in Queens, New York. John Michael lived a life marked by steady purpose and a deep respect for ...

Mrs. Ray Dixon Regan, 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at St. Catherine’s Village, leaving behind a family who adored her, a lifetime of memories, and more than a few pieces of ...

Joyce Lorin Elizabeth Byers Persons went to be with Jesus on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, at 9:40 a.m. at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, MS, with her children and several grandchildren at her bedside. B...

Suzanne Foushee Brown Sabin, age 88, of Jackson, MS, died on July 31,2026 at Edgewood Nursing Home in Byram, MS. She was born on November 6, 1937, in Pensacola, FL to William and Julia Foushee. She m...

Burl was born on March 28, 1947, at the old Cheyenne River Sioux Agency, South Dakota, to Florence Agnes Lafferty LaBatte and Sidney Emeran LaBatte. He was their 3rd child, but first son. Six other si...

Stoddard Forrest Darwin Jr., 75, died July 29, 2026. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Forrest will be remembered with deep respect and lasting affection by all who knew and loved him. He li...

Charles Thomas Benson Sr., age 80, passed away on July 26, 2026. Born on April 18, 1946, Charles was a longtime resident of Madison, Mississippi, and will be remembered with deep respect and enduring ...

Sue B Hoggatt, 90, of Braxton, Mississippi, passed away on July 25, 2026. Born April 16, 1936, in Braxton, MS, Sue was the daughter of Johnnie J. and Lela Traylor Berry and was later lovingly guided b...

Elizabeth Ann (“Libby”) Davis McGee Elizabeth Ann (“Libby”) Davis McGee was born May 11, 1939, and died on July 23, 2026, at age 87. Libby was born and grew up in Clarksville, Indiana. She graduat...

Phillip A. Reel, 67, passed away on July 18, 2026. Born to John and Betty Reel on September 21st 1958. Phillip was raised in Jackson, Mississippi, where he developed a lifelong love for family, music,...

Neomia Langley, 89, passed away on July 15, 2026. Born on August 4, 1936, Neomia was a beloved and cherished presence whose steady honesty and kind-hearted spirit left a lasting mark on all who knew h...

In Loving Memory of Brenda Sue Westbrook Brenda Sue Westbrook, 70, of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2026, in her home surrounded by the love of her family. Born on Apr...

Eric Stephen Hutchison, a beloved and faithful son, brother, and uncle, passed away on July 5, 2026. He was a resident of Clinton, Mississippi. Born on January 5, 1974, in Jackson, MS, Eric Stephen...

Susan Dianne Hutchison, daughter of Harold and Marjorie Hutchison of Clinton, MS, was born on July 2, 1961, and went to her heavenly home on July 4, 2026. She was a special needs person and resided at...

Carolyn M. Wooten, 73, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at her home in Starkville, Mississippi. A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at Lakewood Funeral Home with ...

Joy Triggs Tyner was taught about Jesus as a child and she accepted Him as her Savior. She grew to understand what a relationship with Christ looked like as a young adult and learned how to trust and ...

Bumond “Boo” Battaile Noble, Jr (1953-2026) Boo Noble died from cancer at home Friday morning, June 26, within view of his beloved Lake Castle in Madison, family by his side. He was 73 years old. An...

Lorenzo Neal was born on February 15, 1954. He received his early education through the Vicksburg Public School System. After graduating, Temple High School also known as Vicksburg High School, he con...

Sandra Brock, of Clinton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at her home on June 24, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on August 3, 1943, in Seminary, Mississippi, she was the beloved daughter of Thomas ...