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Celia Scott McSweyn

Friends may gather to celebrate the life of Celia Scott McSweyn from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., Thursday evening, September 26th, at Riverwood Family.

Mrs. McSweyn, 78, of Wesson, died September 23rd, 2024, at her residence. She was born March 8, 1946, to Bracy Scott and Willie Ruth Scott. Mrs. McSweyn taught Sunday School at Pearson Baptist Church for 15 years. She was a member of Pearl Public Schools Board of Education for 4 years where she served as President for one year. She may have been best known for being the owner of Porches Restaurant in Wesson for 25 years. Everyone who entered Porches was treated as family. Her kindness and excellent hostess skills was much appreciated by each one who shared a meal at Porches. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Mrs. McSweyn is preceded in death by her parents.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 58 years, Allen McSweyn; sons, Trey McSweyn, Chris McSweyn (Tonya); brother, Pat Scott (Sandy); sister, Sybil Russum; two grandchildren, Carrie McSweyn and Katie McSweyn; and by a host of other loving family members and friends.

The McSweyn family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the 4th floor and the ICU nurses at Southwest Regional Medical Center for taking such exquisite care of Mrs. McSweyn during her time with them.

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  • Comment Link Mary Nettles Friday, 27 September 2024 11:08 posted by Mary Nettles

    So sorry to hear this news. We loved going to Porches and visiting with Cille and Alan great food and good times held every time we went ! She made you feel at home and loved. We loved shopping in her boutique ?? I know she will be missed terribly but let’s rejoice for her knowing we will see her again!!! Love and prayers for you ALL?? Mary Nettles and Jane Coleman….

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  • Comment Link Bill and Nell Gill Wednesday, 25 September 2024 13:37 posted by Bill and Nell Gill

    Bill and I regret we will not be able to come; however, rest assured your whole family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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  • Comment Link Linda Sue Stuart Tuesday, 24 September 2024 08:17 posted by Linda Sue Stuart

    My heart goes out to all the family near and far. Family does not always mean blood related. Port Gibson folks never let go of family and friends. She had lots of love to give. May the Lord watch over all of you during your time of grieving.

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  • Comment Link Martha Thurman Monday, 23 September 2024 19:06 posted by Martha Thurman

    So sorry to hear about Celia I thought the world of this family. Chris And Trey I had you two boys at Pearson Baptist Church . Again sorry for your loss.

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  • Comment Link Donna McCallum Monday, 23 September 2024 18:35 posted by Donna McCallum

    Pat & Sandy
    So sorry for the loss of your sister! She sounded like a great lady, and I'm sure she will be missed and remembered by many! Love and Prayers to you! ♥️ ?♥️
    Donna Baxter McCallum

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  • Comment Link Ann Newman Monday, 23 September 2024 18:15 posted by Ann Newman

    What a sweet lady she was ! Will always remember her fondly! ❤️

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  • Comment Link Karen Breithaupt Harper Monday, 23 September 2024 17:24 posted by Karen Breithaupt Harper

    My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. So sorry for your loss.

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