Poplarville, MS Obituaries

Neveal Bowman, departed this life into God's presence on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 92. Family and friends are invited to attend Neveal's visitation on Friday, January 16, 2026 from 5:00 ...

Maeghan Smith Bates was born on April 23, 1994, to her loving parents, Kelton and Jill Smith. Born and raised in Poplarville, MS, she was surrounded from the very beginning by a big, devoted, close-kn...

David William Gamble passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 70 years old. David was born on December 21, 1955, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Horace an...

James Darwin “J.D.” Wheat passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the age of 93. J.D. was born on Thursday, May 26, 1932, in the Buck Branch community of Poplarville, Mississippi, to Daniel a...

Carlie Ray “Jack” Brock, 83, passed away on January 2, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1942, in Poplarville, Mississippi, to Aaron Carl Brock and Annie Laura Malley Brock. Jack was raised in Poplarville...

Sharyn Anderson passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born on February 12, 1948.

Kerry Eckinger, 87, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 5, 1938, to George and Mildred Eckinger in Bay City, Michigan. He went to T.L....

Marjorie "Chris" Reid, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a devoted mother who loved her family deeply and lived a simple, purposeful life. Chris was a dedicated and ...

Dorothy “Elnet” Smith departed this life into God’s presence on Monday, December 29, 2025, while surrounded by the love of her family. Elnet was born on January 9, 1931, in Morganza, Louisiana. Much ...

Terry Wayne Seals, departed this life into God's presence on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the age of 66. Terry dedicated 35.5 years to the United States Army National Guard, a career that was the c...

Karen Van Amburgh, aged 73, passed away on December 25, 2025. Born on November 10, 1952, in Hobart, New York, Karen led a life marked by dedication and affection for her community and passions. She...

Captain Henry “Sonny” Kopszywa, Jr. passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at his home in Poplarville, Mississippi surrounded by family. Sonny proudly served in the United States Navy for eight yea...

Everett Hodge was born on August 7, 1928, and was promoted to heaven to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 97 on Sunday, December 21, 2025. He was a faithful member of Steep Hollow B...

Terry Doyle Smith, departed this life into God’s presence on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the age of 64. He was deeply devoted to the Poplarville Athletic Department at Poplarville High School. If ...

Billy Creel Jr passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the age of 43. He was an HVAC Technician for over 23 years and a member of the North Pearl River County Fire and Rescue. He was a devoted hu...

Robert Chevis “Bob” Barrett, 71, of Poplarville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on December 12, 2025. Born on June 1, 1954 in Poplarville, MS, Bob was the beloved husband of his high...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sharon Ann Beall, a beloved Wife to Jesse Beall of 52 years; Mother to Eric Hodge (Denisha), Felecia Beall, and Shannon Beall; Grama to Gabr...

Alice Faye Ard Amacker passed from this world to her permanent heavenly home on Sunday December 7, 2025, surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson. Alice Faye was born in Pearl Ri...

Kenneth Owen “Kenny” Hall, Sr. departed this life into God’s presence on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the age of 69. Kenny was born on November 3, 1956, in Bogalusa, Louisiana to Thomas Hall Sr. a...

Hershel Ladner, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at his home in Poplarville, Mississippi. Mr. Ladner is preceded in death by his wife, Billie Sue Odom Ladner; his infant daughter...

James C. “Sonny” Sones, Jr., age 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in Poplarville, Mississippi. Born on January 4, 1940, in McNeil, Mississippi, he grew up on the family farm...

Jason Paul Smith, passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 53. Jason was known for his gentle and loving nature, he was a true "gentle giant." He was a dedicated farmer. Jason was hard workin...

Inez Miller, age 88, entered her heavenly home on November 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 21, 1937, and on May 21, 1954, she married the love of her life, Robert H. Mil...

Jennifer Rester, born on April 28, 1959, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 66. Jennifer was a woman who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved working in the yard...

Heaven gained a precious soul when Baby Noah Donaldson was born into eternal rest on October 31, 2025. His family finds comfort in knowing he is cradled in the arms of angels and surrounded by everlas...

Bessie “Maggie” Lewis departed this life and entered into the presence of her Lord on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 90. Mrs. Lewis was born on Saturday, February 23, 1935, in Bassfield, M...

Annie Powell, age 94 passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

Barbara Smith, age 81, departed this life into God's presence on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Barbara was primarily a homemaker but she worked some out in the public because she loved interacting with p...

Allen "Wayne" Hill Sr., age 66 passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. He is preceded in death by his father, James Hill; mother, Arlene Hill and brother, Gene Hill. Wayne is survived by his com...

Sharon Lee, age 72 departed this life into God's presence on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She loved fiercely and unconditionally. Sharon was a devoted homemaker and the glue that held her family togeth...

Joy White, age 72 departed this life into God's presence on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was a devout Christian who loved deeply. Joy was a good wife, great mother and an excellent sister. She ...

Constance Renee Smith, age 75 departed this life into God's presence on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Firstly, Connie R. Smith was a believer in Christ and saw to it that her children attended Sunday ...

Betty Jean Ladner, 93, of Poplarville, MS met her Lord and Savior on September 29, 2025. Born on August 20, 1932, Betty lived a long and faith-filled life. She went to Savannah School through the 10t...

On September 24, 2025, Luke Dean departed this life at the age of 50 to rest in the grave until Jesus comes to call him out with that loud trumpet on resurrection morning! Born on December 3, 1974, t...

Laura Jean Alexander, age 69 departed this life into God's presence on Friday, September 26, 2025. A lifelong resident of Poplarville, Mississippi and was raised on Boley Creek. She was a member of N...

Brianna Cameron, age 22, departed this life into God’s presence on Thursday, September 25, 2025. Truly a beautiful soul, Brianna lit up every room she walked into with her energy, laughter and unforg...

David Revett Mize, age 62, of Vancleave, Mississippi peacefully passed away at his home on Thursday, September 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. David was born on June 30, 1963, in Gulf...

Isabella May Lee, born silent on September 23, 2025, weighing 9 lbs 6 oz in Slidell, Louisiana. She went on to be with her great-grandma Isabel Lee. Isabella May is preceded in death by her great-gr...

Garland D Humphrey, age 67 passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025. He was an avid reader and fisherman who enjoyed cooking. He is preceded in death by his father, Garland D. Humphrey, Sr. and h...

Mark Kimmons, age 63, of Lumberton MS passed away September 14, 2025. Mark proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 10 years. Following his military service, he spent more than tw...

Charles Clifford “Buddy” Burge, age 80, of Poplarville, Mississippi, entered his eternal heavenly home on September 15, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford Virgil Burge and Sarah ...

Evelyn Nelson Smith was born and raised in her younger years in Neshoba County, Mississippi. She moved to Baton Rouge, LA where she remained for the rest of her life. We celebrate a life well lived ...

Dorothy "Marie" Hariel, age 86 passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at her home in the Barth Community near Poplarville, Mississippi. Marie was born on August 29, 1939 in Hattiesburg, Mississip...

Lydia “Diane” Hall, 83 departed this life into God’s presence on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. She was a life-long member of New Bethel Baptist Church. Diane was a Christian woman and devoted mother...

Bernadine “Polly” Williamson of Poplarville, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Polly was born on September 15, 1934, in Jasper Coun...

Charles “Charlie” Fazende of Poplarville, Mississippi departed this life into God’s presence on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 70. Charlie was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 19, ...

Karen Morris, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Born on September 21, 1942, Karen lived a life filled with love, laughter, and joy that touched all who kn...

Sunrise: January 17, 1955 - Sunset: August 23, 2025 Michael “Mike” Stollenwerck born in Louisiana is one of four children (Sisters Loanna, Robin, and Vickie) from the marriage of Robert Calvin Stol...

Misty passed away on August 16, 2025 from heart failure at Forrest General Hospital. She is survived by her mother Marilyn Patricia Homsack of Petal, MS as well as her children, Eric Michael Russell o...

With family by his side, Harry Garrett, 88, of Poplarville, Mississippi, peacefully passed from this life on August 10, 2025, reuniting with his beloved wife, June, in their eternal home. Born on Jan...