Graveside service for Mary Diane Harris will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 27, in Pleasant Grove Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Harris, 81, of Brookhaven, passed away December 25, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Brookhaven October 24, 1942, to Willie Eugene Keene and Nonnee Rushing Keene. Mrs. Harris worked for many years with Bell South and Check Exchange of Mississippi. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Harris; her parents; son, Glenn Duane Bracey; and brothers, Larry Keene and Dudley Keene.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Donna Smith (David), Kevin Bracey (Felisha), and Cynthia Bracey (Duane); brothers, Donald Keene (Hannah) and Martin Keene (Debbie), and sister-in-law, Sylvia Keene; five grandchildren, Jessica Vanier (Colby), Elena Smith, Lauryn Bracey, Parker Bracey (Lexi), Taylor Bracey; two great grandchildren, Merrick & Atlas Vanier; step grandchildren, Keelie Piner, Justin Piner (Ashley) and their children. She is also survived by other loving family members and friends.
Graveside service for William Glenn Hall will be 11 a.m., Thursday, December 28, in Riverwood Memorial Park. There will be a time for family and friends to gather, Wednesday, December 27, from 5-8 p.m. at Riverwood Family.
Mr. Hall, 76, of Bogue Chitto, died December 25, 2023, at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was born January 25, 1947, to Ellis Hall and Vivian Martin Hall. He was a Senior Operator with Spectra Entergy at Union Church, MS. Mr. Hall served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War where he received many medals including a Bronze Star and Purple Heart.
Glenn, lovingly known as “Cowboy” to his family and friends, was a faithful husband, father, and pawpaw. His greatest blessing was welcoming his granddaughter, Delaney, into the world. She became his world. He enjoyed being outdoors, tending horses and riding when he could. He would participate in many trail rides as well as the Dixie National Trail Ride. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Chrissy Hall; his mother and father-in-law, J.W. and Frances Vinson; and step granddaughter, Kristen Davis.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Linda Hall; children, Angie Davis (Dwayne) and Matt Hall (Mihran); brother, Dennis Hall (Elizabeth); sister, Ruth Wallace (John); one granddaughter, Delaney Davis; one step grandson, Jeremy Davis (April); and one step great grandson, Landon Davis. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.
Kessa Dawn Barlow, 45, passed away December 19, 2023, at her home.
She was born October 18, 1978. Kessa enjoyed gardening, playing the fiddle from time to time, listening to all types of music and hanging out with her boys. She loved to see them smile. Kessa had a gypsy soul and a heart of gold and never met a stranger.
Preceding her in death was her stepmom, Shannon Knight and grandparents, Harry and Janice Price and Carl and Alice Terry.
Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Vicki Driver and Bobby Tillman; children, Cody Wayne Simonek, Jesse Vaughn Barlow, Augustus Paul Barlow and Y Hayne Barlow; her brothers, Lloyd Tillman, Randall Tillman and wife, Alexis and sisters, Jennifer “Mack” Driver, Jessica Lynn Tillman and Chezlee Ann Tillman. Along with numerous family members and friends, Rhonda Swinner, Freddie Driver and Johnny Knight.
Martha Juanita Phillips Coleman left her home surrounded by a loving family and ran into the arms of the Love of her life on December 18, 2023, ending their 10 years and 2 months apart.
She was born October 18, 1934, to W.L and Mary Pearl Phillips in Red Lick, Mississippi.
She was a loving wife, daughter, mother, Nonne/Mamaw and sister. She touched many using her creative gifts of sewing, crocheting, and quilting beautiful pieces that she shared throughout her life.
Those left behind to share her stories and cherish her memories are her children, Deborah Noel (John), John Coleman Jr., and Theresa Coleman (Patrick), her grandchildren Wes (Amy), Sarah (Tim), Alex and Caitlin. Great granddaughter Maddie and two adorable fuzzy butts, Luna Bella and Hoss Boss.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to Hospice Ministries especially Jenna and Angie. Big Love and Huge Thanks to Gayla and Estella for the love and care, as well as the laughter and joy they brought to mother.
Services for Mrs. Deloris “Lori” Smith Wright of Brookhaven are 2:00 pm, Friday, December 22, 2023, at New Prospect Baptist Church with visitation from 12:00 until the time of service and interment at Church Cemetery.
Mrs. Deloris “Lori” Smith Wright, 67, passed away December 20, 2023, at her home. She was born September 29, 1956, in Brookhaven, MS.
She was owner of Wrights Fabrics for 10 years before she become ill. She was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church.
Preceding her in death were her parents; Roger and Loretta Smith; sister, Kathy Whittington; brothers, Roger Dale Smith and Joey Smith.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 49 years, Pete Wright; children, Lora Cade and husband, Juston and Lee Wright and wife, Shelby; sister, Karen Howell and husband, Hank and her seven grandchildren, Jered Cade, Malori Cade, Brayden Wright, Landon Wright, Mackenzie Wallace, Corbin Wright and Grayson Wright.
She will be missed by all that loved and knew her.
The funeral service for Robert Leon Burris will be Noon, Saturday, December 23, at Ebenezer Methodist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Mr. Burris, 81, passed away December 18, 2023, at UMMC in Jackson, MS. He was born in McCall Creek, MS, September 24, 1942, to Leon and Gladys (Arnold) Burris. Mr. Burris served his country in the United States Army National Guard.
Mr. Burris was a true outdoorsman, enjoying the many simpler things in life. Hunting and fishing were a source of pleasure for him, especially being able to teach his children and grandchildren how to fish. He was also a tractor enthusiast and enjoyed bush hogging. He was a great community leader and treasured the times he could help any of his neighbors and friends. He was a faithful husband, father, and grandfather, and he will be greatly missed by those who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Bobbie Nell Holland.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 27 years, Janet Burris; his former wife of 30 years, Brenda Burris; his children, Tony Burris, Rebecca Vasilenko, and Teresa Chiles; sister, Carolyn White; four grandchildren, Kimberly, Cassie, Tony, and Summer and two great grandchildren, Abbigale and Conner. He is also survived by other loving family members and friends.
Flowers may be sent to Ebenezer Methodist Church in McCall Creek, or, on behalf of Robert L. Burris, to The Alzheimer’s Research Foundation, 207 W Jackson St 2nd Fl Ste 1, Ridgeland, MS 39157.
Mr. Glenn Everette Smith, 74 of Jackson, passed away November 20, 2023, at UMMC in Jackson. He was born January 13, 1949, in Natchez, Mississippi, to the late John Everette Smith and Lois Davis Smith. Mr. Smith was a Respiratory Therapist.
Mr. Smith is survived by his sons, John Hall Smith and wife, Daniela, Jay Everette Smith and wife, Jessica, and four grandchildren: Izzie Smith, Jackson Smith, J.J. Smith, and Jacob Smith, all of Dana Point, California, and his sister, Barbara Hickman and husband Bill.
Glenn was known for sharing his Christian faith and offering a kind word and supportive spirit with anyone he met. His memory and positive influence will be cherished by those who knew him.
Services for Mrs. JoAnn Moak Thames of Brookhaven are 11:30 am, Saturday, December 16, 2023, at First Baptist Church Brookhaven with visitation from 9:30 until the time of service and burial at Rosehill Cemetery.
Mrs. JoAnn Moak Thames, 91, passed away December 11, 2023. She was born May 13, 1932, to the late Theodore R. Moak and Erma Mae Canoy.
Mrs. Thames was a lifetime member of the Gideon Auxiliary, Owner/operator of Flower Time Florist and Antiques, Owner/operator of Playtime Daycare and Owner of the Wedding Chapel. She was retired from South Central Bell and employed by KDMC for 22 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church.
Preceding her in death were her parents; son, David Hartley Thames; brother, Teddy Moak; and sisters, Peggy Seago and Norma Hart.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 71 years, Robert “Gene” Thames; brother, Roger Moak (Geraldine) and sister, Joyce Allred (Danny Ray).
She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members, and
special friends, Trey and Cathy Oldham and Walker and Courtney Franck.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
P.O. Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis TN 38148-0142
The funeral service for John Austin Bowden, Jr. will be 2:30 p.m., Saturday, December 16, at Riverwood Family, with burial in Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation is from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service.
John A Bowden Jr. passed from this life December 7, 2023, at the age of 96.
He was born September 8, 1927. He enlisted in the United States Navy Reserves September 1, 1944, just a few days short of being 17.
He proudly served his country and retired a Master Chief (E-9) after 24 years of service. He was a decorated veteran of WWII, Korean War and the Vietnam War.
He worked for the Social Security Administration in Jackson and transferred to the Brookhaven office in the summer of 1975.
Upon his retirement from the SSA, he enjoyed his leisure time grooming his yard, planting his garden and auctioneering as well as woodworking and trips to the Great Smokey Mountains.
He was a man known by multiple names, "John", "Daddy", "Pappy", "Poppa John" and "Uncle Buddy" and will be missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father, his first wife, Mary Bowden, his son, John Bowden III, his sister Joyce Oakes and brother Harold Bowden.
His survivors are his wife, Rose Carolyn Bowden; his daughters Lee Moore (Carroll), Terry Collura (Don),Wanda Melton (Carlos),
Son, Stevie Yoas (Lee Laurie), 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to especially thank Aston Court in McComb and all their employees for adopting him and his wife, Kaiki, into their compassionate and loving family and
also extend a special thank you to COMPASSUS of McComb.
Graveside service for Sheila R. Babb will be 2:30 p.m., Thursday, December 14, at Gum Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from Noon until 2 p.m., at Riverwood Family.
Mrs. Babb, 62, of Summit, MS, died December 10, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Tylertown, MS, on August 5, 1961, to Thomas Beavers and Violet (Beavers) Kyzar. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Mrs. Babb’s world revolved around her daughter, Shelly, and her two beautiful grandchildren, she devoted every moment she could to them and treasured those times. She also enjoyed time spent with all her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Douglas C. Babb; her father, Thomas Junior Beavers; and her brother, Thomas Wayne Beavers.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Shelly Hambach and husband, Rick; her two precious grandchildren, Hayden Hambach, and Braden Hambach; mother, Violet Ray Kyzar; sisters, Brenda Brown and Connie Lynn Beavers; nephews, Jason Brown (Melissa) and their family, Dwayne Brown (Willie Vandenheuvel); and niece, Felicia Noll (Chase) and their family. She is also survived by her very special friends as well as other loving family members.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 E 33rd St, New York, NY 10016.