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Kathy King Laird

The funeral service for Kathy King Laird will be 11 a.m., Monday, March 18, at Riverwood Family with burial in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Mrs. Laird, 65, of Brookhaven, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at her residence. She was born in Brookhaven, February 16, 1959, to Jerry Burch King, Sr. and Wilma Williams King.

Mrs. Kathy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and cherished her family. She loved to cook delicious meals for them. She had a huge heart for people. She and her husband spent most of their life being foster parents to many children. She enjoyed working in retail sales. Mrs. Kathy will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Lynn Laird; her parents; and two sons, Jeffrey Laird and Jerry Laird.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Benjamin Laird; brother, Jerry B. King, Jr.; eight grandchildren, Adrianna Anderson (Julian), Savanna Rutland and fiancé, Dylan Conn, Riley Laird, Olivia Laird, Isabelle Laird, Grace Laird, Christian Laird, and Hannah Laird; and one great grandchild on the way, Bryer James Anderson. She is also survived by sister-in-law, Jane Bricker (Buddy); nephew, Hunter King; nieces, Hailey Gutierrez and Jayla Hinojosa; and a host of other nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers you may send memorials to MD Anderson Cancer Research Hospital in Houston, TX, or to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Brookhaven, MS.

5 comments

  • Comment Link Atwood McCall Sunday, 17 March 2024 19:24 posted by Atwood McCall

    Many fond memories as cousins in a great family. We are still family though separated through the years and time. But in time forward our hope is for a great reunion. Jerry and family our hearts are with you and May God Bless you each and every one!

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  • Comment Link Jane Jordan Thursday, 14 March 2024 15:22 posted by Jane Jordan

    Prayers for you all ? I have lots of childhood memories of Kathy and Gilbert ♥️

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  • Comment Link The Duvall family Thursday, 14 March 2024 12:06 posted by The Duvall family

    Kathy you are truly loved and will be always remembered! It was an honor to know you throughout my life. I will miss you every day! The entire DuVall family sends our condolences to the Laird and King family our prayer are with you through this difficult time ?

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  • Comment Link Judy Wednesday, 13 March 2024 21:08 posted by Judy

    Prayers for Kathy s family and friends Go back to the days of growing up eating at Jerry s drive in owned by Kathy Parents . Best BQ sandwiches ever . Kathy was a very caring loving person many foster children were dearly blessed in her home .

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  • Comment Link Savanna Wednesday, 13 March 2024 17:38 posted by Savanna

    We miss you maw maw❤️

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