Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Ruby C. Hamilton

Ruby C. Hamilton

Sep 6, 2025

Ruby C. Hamilton, age 93, born May 17, 1932, in Pea Ridge departed from this world on September 6, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of Dale and Nelia Calhoun. Ruby was a God-fearing Christian woman with a servant's heart. Ruby was well known in the Forest Community as the owner of R&R Regal Drive-Thru Barn. She...

Joseph Tyler White

Joseph Tyler White

Sep 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Joseph Tyler White, 21, of Lena, MS, after an unexpected car accident on Tuesday morning. 

Tyler graduated from Morton High School in 2023 and worked full-time at Peco Foods in Sebastopol, MS.

He was an avid outdoorsman and found his peace fishing at Low Head Dam with his dad or hanging...

Annie Clyde Marler

Annie Clyde Marler

Sep 11, 2025

Annie Clyde Marler, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, in her hometown of Morton, Mississippi. She was born on April 29, 1934, in Morton, where she spent her entire life, embracing the beauty of her community and the love of her family.

Clyde was a proud member of the Pelahatchie Cornerstone Church in...

Nora H. Felton

Nora H. Felton

Sep 6, 2025

Nora H. Felton, a cherished member of the Newton community, was born on October 6, 1935, in Decatur, MS, and entered into eternal rest on September 6, 2025, in Lawrence, MS.

Nora grew up in the Pine Bluff Community and completed her education at Decatur High School. In her early years, she worked at various department stores in Newton, where she...

Dairl Harris

Dairl Harris

Sep 4, 2025

Dairl Harris, born on December 20, 1945, in Pineville, Mississippi, departed this life on September 4, 2025, in Philadelphia, Mississippi. A devoted family man and seasoned farmer, Dairl left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate to know him.

Dairl's journey through life was defined by his strong Christian faith and a passion for the land. He moved from Homewood,...

Billy Eugene Jones

Billy Eugene Jones

Aug 31, 2025

Billy Eugene Jones, born on March 25, 1948, in Flora, Mississippi, entered eternal rest on August 31, 2025, in Meridian, Mississippi. A man of unwavering faith and deep humility, Billy loved his Lord God Almighty and embodied these qualities throughout his life.

Billy cherished the companionship of his beloved fur babies—Rosco, Bella, Chong, and Tom Tom. Known for his generous spirit,...

Zena Ann Mobbs

Zena Ann Mobbs

Aug 30, 2025

Zena Ann Mobbs, a beloved member of her community, passed away on August 30, 2025, at the age of 29, in Clinton, Mississippi. Born on August 26, 1996, in Hinds County, Mississippi, Zena was a lifelong resident of Forest, Mississippi.

Zena's vibrant spirit shone brightly in the lives of those who knew her. She was deeply devoted to her faith and...

Faye Crosby

Faye Crosby

Aug 28, 2025

Margie Faye Crosby, age 87, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Lackey Convalescent Home in Forest, Mississippi. Born on September 23, 1937, in Scott County, Mississippi, she was the beloved daughter of John Sanderford and Luna Herrington Sanderford.

Faye’s life was a testament to her unwavering faith and dedication to her community. After marrying Robert Lewis Crosby...

Patricia "Pat" Sue Tucker

Patricia "Pat" Sue Tucker

Aug 28, 2025

Patricia Sue Tucker, age 64, of Pulaski, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025.

Born to the late Helen Ruth Beech of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, and James Winston Beech of Florida, Patricia lived a life filled with love, resilience, and devotion to her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen Ruth Beech and James Winston Beech; her sister, Rebecca...

Ethel Ree Anderson

Ethel Ree Anderson

Aug 23, 2025

Ethel Ree Anderson, a beloved member of the Morton community, passed away on August 23, 2025, at Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. She was born on February 21, 1954, in Ludlow, Mississippi. 

A visitation will be held in her honor on August 29, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Wolf Funeral Services located at 3054 Hwy 80 West,...

Joetta Mathis Stevens

Joetta Mathis Stevens

Aug 22, 2025

Joetta Mathis Stevens, born on June 2, 1962, in Indiana, entered into eternal rest on August 22, 2025, in Pelahatchie, Mississippi, where she had resided for over forty years. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Joetta was cherished by her family and friends, all of whom will remember her as a beacon of love and kindness.

Joetta was preceded in...

Mavis Marie Tyson

Mavis Marie Tyson

Aug 20, 2025

Mavis Marie Tyson passed away on August 20, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family. She was born on February 2, 1940, in Philadelphia, MS. Mavis has been married to Lynn Tyson, who has been a devoted husband for over 33 years. She has six children, eleven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, whom she loved deeply and who are all...

Paul Ray Thompson

Paul Ray Thompson

Aug 17, 2025

On March 11, 1950, Paul Ray Thompson was born in his parents’ home that he shared with six older siblings, and on August 17, 2025, in the home he shared with his wife of 42 years, Paul Ray was called home to the arms of Jesus.Growing up on a cattle and row crop farm, his chores of milking the family...

Oky Yazmin Negron

Oky Yazmin Negron

Aug 14, 2025

Oky Yazmin Negron, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 14, 2025, in Forest, Mississippi, at the age of 49. Born on January 23, 1976, in Costa Rica, Oky lived her life with unwavering devotion to her family and community.

For the past eighteen years, Oky called Forest, MS, her home, where she became an integral...

Aaron Craft Snell

Aaron Craft Snell

Aug 12, 2025

Aaron Craft Snell, born on April 4, 1988, in Indianola, Mississippi, passed away on August 12, 2025, in Lake, Mississippi. He was a cherished individual whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of many.

Aaron was known for his exceptional culinary skills; he delighted friends and family with his fantastic cooking, sharing meals that brought everyone together around the table. He...

William (Smokie) Savoy Jackson

William (Smokie) Savoy Jackson

Aug 4, 2025

“Smokie” William Savoy Jackson peacefully went to his heavenly home on August 4, 2025. “Smokie” defied the odds from the time he was born. Not expected to live past the age of 16, he was 84 years old at the time of his death.

 “Smokie” was best known for his infectious laughter and servant’s heart. When he wasn’t cracking jokes, you...

Sarah Kelly Townsend

Sarah Kelly Townsend

Aug 1, 2025

Sarah Kelly Townsend, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center. Born on January 2, 1945, in Neshoba County, MS, Sarah spent most of her life in Morton, MS, after moving from the Hayes Community in Neshoba County. She was a devoted Christian whose faith served as a guiding light...

Patsy "Pappy" Hall

Patsy "Pappy" Hall

Jul 30, 2025

Patsy "Pappy" Hall, born on February 10, 1949, in Pensacola, Florida, passed away on July 30, 2025, at St. Dominic Jackson Memorial Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. A loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Pappy leaves behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and cherished memories that will resonate in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know her.

For the...

Betty Sue Williamson

Betty Sue Williamson

Jul 27, 2025

Betty Sue Williamson, age 78, a cherished resident of Forest, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the MS Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on February 10, 1947, in Smith County, Mississippi, Betty lived a life filled with love, hard work, and devotion to her family and community.

A proud graduate of Burns High School, Betty dedicated...

David Ross Mitchell

David Ross Mitchell

Jul 24, 2025

David Ross Mitchell, born on November 16, 1958, in Newton, Mississippi, passed away on July 24, 2025, at UMMC in Jackson, Mississippi. David lived a distinguished life that was marked by his passion for art, music, and broadcasting. He pursued his education at Delta State where he sought a degree in art and music, foreshadowing the creative contributions he would...