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Ollie Grice Kyzar

Ollie Grice Kyzar, 86, of Rolling Fork and Brandon, Mississippi passed away March 29, 2020,

after a brief illness. She was born on October 7, 1933,

in Brookhaven, Mississippi to the late Marcell and Annie Brister Grice of Brookhaven.

She graduated from Brookhaven High School and attended Mississippi College and Wake Forest University.

She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Education from Delta State University.

She was also a graduate of The Principal’s Center of Harvard University.

She and her husband, The Reverend Reese Kyzar, lived in Westfield, North Carolina and Shaw, Mississippi before making their home in Rolling Fork, Mississippi

where he was pastor of First Baptist Church for 36 years. She was a dedicated pastor’s wife has also been a Sunday School teacher,

choir member, and missions organizations, leader. In retirement, they have lived in Brandon, Mississippi.

She was a member of Flowood Baptist Church, Flowood, Mississippi.

Ollie will be remembered as a devoted elementary teacher, reading specialist, counselor and assistant principal who loved her students.

She was a strong advocate for education through her involvement and leadership roles in local, state and national education organizations.

Her career as an educator spanned four decades in the Rolling Fork and South Delta School District.

She enjoyed travel and time spent in the mountains at their cabin High Cotton in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

She also found great pleasure in treasure hunting for antiques and unique finds. She cared deeply for her friends and for many beloved pets over the years.

Ollie is survived by her husband of 66 years, The Reverend Reese Kyzar. She is predeceased by four brothers and one sister.

 

Family visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Riverwood Family Funeral Service in Brookhaven on Wednesday, April 1 followed by a graveside

service at 2:00 p.m. at Rosehill Cemetery, Brookhaven, Mississippi Dr. Jim Futral will officiate.

If desired and in lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Baptist Church of Rolling Fork, 73 North First Street, Rolling Fork, MS 39159

or to Flowood Baptist Church Building Fund, Flowood MS.

15 comments

  • Comment Link William Speed Saturday, 04 April 2020 20:20 posted by William Speed

    She was a awesome teacher. She will be messed.

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  • Comment Link the Bozeman Family Thursday, 02 April 2020 16:47 posted by the Bozeman Family

    Truly love Miss Ollie and Pastor Reese. They have been a blessing to our family for many years and to 4 generations. Many prayers for you

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  • Comment Link Evelyn Robinson Coleman Thursday, 02 April 2020 05:45 posted by Evelyn Robinson Coleman

    To Mrs. Kyzar's Family:
    Thanking God for giving you the peace needed during this time!
    Mrs. Kyzar had a beautiful smile for us students at (Rolling Fork High School) South Delta School! I remember how she'd speak kindly and softly!
    ---------- Blessings to you all

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  • Comment Link Gayle Campbell Ireland Wednesday, 01 April 2020 14:57 posted by Gayle Campbell Ireland

    My condolences to the family. I was child and attended First Baptist Church in Rolling Fork, MS. I remember Rev. Kisor and his wife.

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  • Comment Link Becky Hays Poole Wednesday, 01 April 2020 13:51 posted by Becky Hays Poole

    Sending lots of prayers to Bro Kyzar and their family. Mrs Ollie was a very sweet lady.She will be missed.

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  • Comment Link Reba Slatten Shemwell Wednesday, 01 April 2020 13:41 posted by Reba Slatten Shemwell

    I’m so sorry to hear this news. My prayers are with you Brother Kyzar. She will definitely be missed. Love you, Reba Slatten Shemwell

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  • Comment Link Kimberly Rowe Wednesday, 01 April 2020 01:42 posted by Kimberly Rowe

    Aww, I loved her. She was the epitome of class, a sharp dresser and beautiful. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the family. God speed ????

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  • Comment Link  Barbara Lowe Tuesday, 31 March 2020 12:18 posted by Barbara Lowe

    So sorry to hear of Ollie’s death. She was a sweet beautiful lady. A very close friend she will be missed by many

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  • Comment Link Catherine Stephens Lawrence Tuesday, 31 March 2020 10:56 posted by Catherine Stephens Lawrence

    Rest in Peace beautiful soul..

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  • Comment Link Ann Young Tuesday, 31 March 2020 06:32 posted by Ann Young

    Reese & Ollie are very dear friends! The first time they had a meal in our home with 3 other pastors and wives, Ollie asked if she could have the Honor of cleaning up the kitchen? She was a very special lady!! We love you Reese & Ollie!
    Clarence & Ann Young

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  • Comment Link Janie Yelverton Monday, 30 March 2020 20:07 posted by Janie Yelverton

    I am so sorry. She was my second grade teacher May God the Family Amen

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  • Comment Link Lesa Reed Nichols Monday, 30 March 2020 18:28 posted by Lesa Reed Nichols

    Such a sweet person who loved helping her
    teachers . I loved working with her at Rolling Fork Elementary! A true educator who loved working and helping our children ! Prayers for all who loved her .

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  • Comment Link Janet Carr Daussin Monday, 30 March 2020 18:08 posted by Janet Carr Daussin

    Condolence she was my 3rd grade teacher and she was a caring teacher who taught me to love reading. I’m
    Sorry for the loss of your life partner . May the Lord comfort you in this time.

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  • Comment Link Linda Miles Matheson Monday, 30 March 2020 17:54 posted by Linda Miles Matheson

    Loved Mrs. Ollie!! She will be missed.

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  • Comment Link Martha Chamberlain Monday, 30 March 2020 17:40 posted by Martha Chamberlain

    My condolences to the family. Mrs. Kyzar was a wonderful person and colleague. She was a wonderful person.

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