Funeral service for Tammy Angela Hall will be 11 a.m., Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Riverwood Family,
with interment in East Lincoln Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, March 9,
at Riverwood and will resume on Thursday at 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Ms. Hall, 53, of Brookhaven, passed from this life March 7, 2022, at her residence. She was born in Monticello, MS,
April 11, 1968. She worked for the Dunaway’s at Super Jack as a cook.
She is preceded in death by her father, Howard Hall and her mother and father-in-law, Jack and Ila Cox.
Survivors include her husband of 28 years, Adam Cox; sons, James Patrick Johns and wife Shirley, Harley Cox and wife,
Christi, and Justin Subbe and wife, Kourtney; daughters, Misti Robinson and husband, Alan, Alicia Johns, and Whitney Cox;
brothers, Justin Hall, Johnny Hall, and Michael Permenter; sisters, Debi Hall, Sherry Sayne and husband, Rob; her mother,
Dianne Permenter; 14 grandchildren, Alonnah robinson, Alexis Robinson, Paxtyn Bessenette, Bentley Johns, Brooke Johns, Jack Cox,
Rileigh Cox, Andrew Cox, Taylor Cox, Conner Gunnell, Paisley Gunnell, Justin Subbe, Jr., Maddie Subbe, and Claire Subbe;
and her stepmother, Martha Hall.
Services for Mr. Michael Dale Miller, Sr. will be 2 p.m., Friday, March 11, 2022, at Friendship Baptist Church in Amite, LA with
interment in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until the time of service.
Mr. Michael Dale Miller, Sr. 65 of Jayess, passed away on March 1, 2022, in Dyer, Indiana.
He was born on February 10, 1957, to the late Vernon Miller and Betty Jo Husser Miller.
He was a Sherriff’s Deputy for Tangipahoa Parish.
Michael loved football and was an avid LSU and Saints fan. He also enjoyed fishing.
Preceding him in death were his parents; twin sister, Marilyn Gale and brother, Vernon Charles Miller.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of ten years, Theresa Miller; sons, Brody miller, Zachary Miller, Joshua Miller and
Steven Miller; daughters, Kristi Miller Rushing and Chloey Gale Miller; stepson, Chris Fuller: sisters, Deloris Gill, Judy King, and Debbie Gill.
He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, including Dalton Wall, Kevin Rushing, Justin Rushing, Brayden Rushing, Randall Rushing, Jr.,
Kastyn Fuller, Kinsley Fuller and numerous great-grandchildren, including,
Grayson Wayne Rushing, Kaiden Michael Rushing and Olivia Mason Wall, and his beloved chihuahua, Honey.
He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.
Funeral service for Mrs. Linda King Dunnaway will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Riverwood Family, with interment in Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service.
Linda King Dunnaway departed this life and went to her eternal home on Sunday, March 6, 2022. She was at home surrounded by her loving family. Linda was a tender-hearted woman of strong Christian faith and a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
Linda was born to Fern and Eugene King on December 11, 1948, in Louisville, Mississippi where she grew up, graduating from Louisville High School in 1966. She graduated with honors from the University of Southern Mississippi, majoring in Music Education. Linda was a member of Kappa Delta sorority, and it was while she was at Southern that she met the love of her life, Danny Dunnaway. They married on June 26, 1971 and had been happily married for over 50 years at the time of her death.
After their marriage, Linda and Danny lived in Columbia, MS where Linda was the choral director for Columbia High School. After their move to West Point, Linda taught kindergarten at First Baptist Church, and she held the same position after their move to Brookhaven in 1983. In subsequent years she was pianist for Eclipse at Brookhaven High School and Mississippi School of Arts and was youth director for 10 years at Abundant Life Church. Linda was a member of The Assembly in Brookhaven where she had served as pianist.
An active member of the North Mississippi Emmaus Community, Linda loved serving wherever she was needed and was often the pianist. She was scheduled to be a lay director in September of this year, and she eagerly anticipated serving in that capacity!
One of Linda’s great loves was going to Honduras with Baptist Medical Dental Mission International, a mission that had held a special place in her heart since she began these trips in 2010. She was a part of the Rose-Woods team and considered all of her team members family. Linda’s heart’s desire was to serve her Lord quietly and without notice. She truly exemplified the Proverbs 31 woman in every way and was beloved by everyone who knew her.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, and her son, David Eugene Dunnaway. She is survived by her husband, Danny M. Dunnaway and her son Andrew (Dru) King Dunnaway of Boynton Beach, FL; her grandchildren, Nola and Baxter of Silver Spring, MD; her sister Peggy (Moe) Yarbrough of Louisville and her sister-in-law Donna Walker of Columbia.
If you would like to donate in her memory, please consider giving to the Brookhaven Gideon Camp. Gideon’s International, P O Box 1106, Brookhaven, MS 39602.
Cremation graveside service
10:00am Thursday at New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery
Mr. Kenneth William Dunn, 77, of Brookhaven, passed from this life March 2, 2022, at Hospice Center in Ridgeland, MS.
He was born in Brookhaven, September 25, 1945, to Billy and Jewell Dunn. Kenneth lived in Brookhaven all his life and was a graduate of Brookhaven High School.
He retired from Grand Gulf as an Insulator with the Local 114 Union and then worked for Chemstar in Brookhaven. Kenneth really enjoyed working in his yard,
a fresh mowed, clean yard was very important to him. He enjoyed taking the time to go camping and fishing, but his family was his greatest treasure.
He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a true friend. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
Mr. Dunn was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church.
Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Peggy Sue Dunn; stepson, Tim Rose; and brother-in-law, Ricky Marbury.
Those who remain to cherish his memory are, his wife of 34 years, Linda S. Marbury Dunn; son, Matt Miller (Mandy); daughters, Sherry Cain,
Kim Lamar (Stephen), Shania Phelan (Joel), Kandi Hennington (George); step-daughter Denise Thompson (Ralph Smith)
14 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He is also survived by other loving family members and friends, and special friend, Dean Lofton.
Services for Mr. Jackie Ray Wilkinson, of Brookhaven are 2:00 pm, Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Riverwood Family with burial at Bethel Community Church.
Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, March 8, at Riverwood.
Mr. Jackie Wilkinson, 68, went to be with his Lord on March 4, 2022. He was born on January 7, 1954, to the late, John Murray “J.M.” Wilkinson and Alyne Boling Wilkinson.
Jackie was a member of Bethel Community Church and was the owner of Wilkinson Upholstery for over 45 years.
He loved to watch New York Yankee Baseball, anything Mississippi State, fishing in Mississippi River with his son and grandson. But most of all, anything to do with his family.
He loved spending time with them especially his grandchildren, attending every activity they had.
Preceding him in death were his wife, Aleane Wallace Wilkinson; daughter, Niki Wilkinson Love; parents; and his mother & father-in-law, William and Mary Wallace.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Jackie Wilkinson Jr. and wife, Dana; daughter, Melissa Patt and husband, James; sister, Sheila Mason and husband, Paul;
brothers-in-law, Calvin Wallace and wife, Kathy, Paul Wallace and wife, Sounnia, Ray Wallace and wife, Paulette, Roy Wallace and wife, Susan; sisters-in-laws,
Irene Calcote, Elizabeth Franklin, Mary Ann Richie and husband, John, and Myrtle Cartwright and husband, Paul.
He is also survived by five grandchildren, Kayla Wilkinson, Austin Patt and wife, Kara, Kolby Wilkinson, Mary Ellen Patt and Coleman Love;
and expecting a great grandchild in October; along with numerous nieces, nephews and friends, and his beloved Australian Shephard Yogi Berra Wilkinson.
He will be dearly missed by all that loved and knew him.
Judy Smith Townsend, born November 12, 1953, in Brookhaven, MS, left her home on earth and met her Savior, Jesus, in her heavenly home on March 3, 2022.
After graduating from Brookhaven High School, Judy married and began her much loved life as wife to Philip, and mother to daughters, Beth Townsend Smith (Jereme) of Brookhaven, Lori Willis (Kenny) of Pensacola, and son, Josh Townsend (Kathy) of Brookhaven.
Judy was always busy caring for her children, being present at their important events and various activities. She did the same with her grandchildren. When health issues forced a change in her independence, Judy found care and support by living with her devoted daughter, Beth, and her son-in-law, Jereme, and grands, Taylor and Jake.
Judy loved her friends. She expressed gratitude for the ladies who called, texted, and dropped by to see her. Among these were the friends she had met in Sunday School at Macedonia. In recent days, she had expressed thankfulness for all these friends, and for family, her care team, and sitters, and for all her church family.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Omie Smith; sister, Rosemary Case; and her brother, Percy Ray Smith (Mary Louise).
Those left to remember her are her children, grandchildren, Taylor Smith, Jake Smith, Barrett Willis, Rowe Willis, Cara Willis, Grace Willis, Augustus Townsend, and Elsieann Townsend as well as many friends.
A memorial service will be 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, at Macedonia Baptist Church.
Services for Mrs. Elrita P. Naquin, of Brookhaven are 2:00 pm Tuesday, March 8, 2022,
at Riverwood Family with visitation from 1:00 until the time of the service.
Mrs. Elrita P. Naquin, 83 went to be with her Lord on March 4, 2022.
She was born on December 5, 1938, to the late Felton Lapeyrouse and Leontine Bourg Lapeyrouse.
She was a homemaker. She loved to dance, and she loved her family and will be missed by all that loved and knew her.
Preceding her in death were her parents; sons, Alton Pellegrin and Ronnie Pellegrin, Sr. and granddaughter, Candance Pellegrin.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Martin Naquin of 20 years; sons, Curlynn and wife, Chantelle; Caleb Reilly (Amanda);
daughters, Elvina Pellegrin (Donald), Cynthia Crochet (Ernie), Linda Pellegrin, Patsy Ayer (Doug), Vivan Neil (Dean), Lisa Pellegrin,
along with 23 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
Carroll Aaron Watts went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2022, at the age of 95. Visitation will be Friday, March 4th, 2022, from 5:00 P.M.- 8:00 P.M.
and Saturday, March 5th, 2022, from 9:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. at Riverwood Family. Funeral services and burial will be Saturday, 11:00 A.M.,
at Friendship Baptist Church, 1502 Friendship Lane N.W., Brookhaven, MS, 39601.
Carroll was born in Lincoln County, Brookhaven, MS on October 3, 1926, to Harvey Watts and Gracie Case Watts. He attended Beaver Creek
school until consolidation with Loyd Star where he graduated in 1945. Carroll served in Japan in the U.S. Army and returned to attend Whitworth College
receiving an Associate of Arts Degree in Business.
Carroll began his career in 1947 with Kelley Coppedge, Inc., an oilfield construction company headquartered in Ft. Worth, Texas.
He was District Superintendent for the Brookhaven District and later was promoted to Vice President of the company from where he retired after 52 years of service.
Carroll was a lifelong member of Friendship Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School and served as a deacon and treasurer for over 50 years.
He also served as Treasurer of the Lincoln County Baptist Association.
Preceding him in death were his parents and his wife of 67 years, Beryl Beatrice (B.B.) Allred Watts.
He is survived by his daughters Beverly Ann Watts and Nancy Watts Sivils (Robert); his grandchildren Watts Coney and Gracie Sivils, all of Brookhaven.
He was a faithful servant to God, his church and his community, and will be greatly missed by all those who loved and knew him.
Graveside Services for Mrs. Peggy Joyce Case Smith of Brookhaven are 2:30 pm, Saturday, March 5, 2022,
at New Salem Church of Christ with visitation at Riverwood Family from 12:00 until 2:00 pm.
Peggy Joyce Case Smith was born November 29, 1936, in Lincoln County to Bennie Louis Case and Clara Smith Case.
She passed from this life on Thursday, March 3, 2022. She was a resident of Lincoln County.
Peggy married the love of her life, Kelmer R. Smith, Sr. on November 16, 1958. They were married 63 years.
To this union three children were born. Kelmer Ray Smith, Jr., Brenda Lynn Smith and Brigitte Smith.
Peggy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt. She was loved by all who knew her.
Peggy was a talented seamstress, excellent cook and avid reader.
Peggy was a faithful member of the Church of Christ and was a fine example of a Godly Christian woman.
Peggy entertained and fed many preachers and church members through
the years. She was famous for her fried okra and egg custard pies.
Peggy loved the church, and she loved the Lord. Peggy was truly a Proverbs 31 Woman.
Preceding her in death were her parents; grandchild, Baby Moore; sister, Linda C. Hilton; brother-in-laws,
Jackie Lea and Jerry Knotts; sister-in-laws, Bonnie Smith and Lillie Mae Smith; brother, Frank Olsovsky;
nephews, Bill Hilton, Mark Hilton, great nephews, Justin Porter, and Colby Dylan Smith, and great niece, Brittany Watts Pirch.
Those left to cherish her memory are husband, Kelmer R. Smith Sr.; beloved children, Kelmer R. Smith, Jr. (Jackie),
daughters, Brenda Smith Moore (Chad) and Brigitte Smith Allen (Terry); sister, Francille Matassa, brother, Jim Case (Kathy);
grandchildren, Trey Smith, Amanda Smith, Austin Smith (Candace), Chad Davis Moore, Jr., Shelbie Allen and Savanna Allen;
great grandchildren, Makayla Smith and Channing Odom and a host of nieces and nephews. Peggy will be missed by all that loved her and knew her.
A special thanks to Deaconess Hospice special caregivers, David Thames, Dana Hester, Jacie King and Alex Harper.
Funeral service for Peggy Sue Moore will be 2 p.m., Friday, March 4, 2022, at Riverwood Family with interment in Little Bahala Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m., Thursday, March 3, at Riverwood.
Mrs. Moore, of Wesson, passed from this life March 1, 2022, at King’s Daughters Medical Center. She was born in Brookhaven, March 9, 1959, she was 62 years old. She was a loving, compassionate, and gracious wife, mother, and grandmother, she even lived to see five great grandchildren born as well. Mrs. Peggy was more than a homemaker; she was totally committed to her family and enjoyed every moment with them. She was an excellent baker, and she also took time to knit and to “gossip” with Doris every day. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Mrs. Moore is preceded in death by her husbands, James Ray Rippy and Billy Wayne Moore, Sr.; her mother, Eula Mae Jones; and her sister-in-law, Charlotte Rippy.
Those who remain to cherish her memory are her sons, James Rippy and wife, Dana, Billy Wayne Moore, Jr, Robert Moore and wife, Lonnie, and Ryan Ballard; daughters, Ginger Kornegay, Amanda Rippy and husband, Ronnie, Glenda Rippy and husband, Dennis, Samantha Nickles and husband, Stephen, Chrissie Moore and wife, Noel, and Brenda Rippy; brother, James Thomas Morgan; 20 grandchildren, Brittany Arnold (Keith), Brian Rippy (Markee), Mickey Durr, Jr., Anna, Haylee, Noah Rippy, Harley and Chalsea Moak, Brennan and Braydan Kinstley, Destiny Moore, Robert, Kaleb, and Katelyn Moore, Eli and Leland Nickles, Remi, Ryder, Rylan, and Ryleigh Moore; and five great grandchildren, Levi and Adalyn Arnold, Lilly and Landon Gama, and Easton Rippy. She also leaves behind close friends, Doris Durr, MaryAnn Ritchie, and Kathy Parrette as well as other loving family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital, 2500 N State Street, Jackson, MS 39216