Funeral service for Mr. Kenneth Roberts will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at Clear Branch Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 29, at Clear Branch.

Mr. Roberts, 86, of Wesson, passed from this life March 28, 2022, at his residence. He was born in Prentiss, MS, June 18, 1935. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Roberts returned home and married his sweetheart, Shirley Martin. He leaves a legacy of faith and integrity for his children and grandchildren to follow. He retired from law enforcement after 33 years, Chief of Copiah-Lincoln Community College. He was dedicated to the American Legion and enjoyed reminiscing of his service to his country. Mr. Roberts was a collector of several things including coins, stamps and old bottles. His humor and love of telling jokes could always lighten any heart. Mr. Roberts will be missed by his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Nora Bell Roberts; four brothers and 5 sisters; and two great granddaughters, Harley Madison Johnson and Avery Ann Michael.

Those who remain to cherish his memory are his wife of 60 years, Shirley Roberts; sons, Wayne Roberts (Kim), Joe David Roberts (Donna), Dale Roberts (Monica); daughter, Cindy Martin (John Paul); brother, Will Roberts; nine grandchildren, Christy Michael (Kyle), Tommy Roberts (Megan), Courtney Martin, Brittany Boatman (Justin), Holly Roberts, Michael Roberts (Rebecca), Cody Roberts (Shelby), Summer Wallace (Blake), Matt Roberts (Kayleen); 15 great grandchildren and his devoted poodle, Dixie Darling, who never left his side. He is also survived by a host of other loving family members and friends.

The family sends special thanks to Deaconess Hospice for the love and care they gave to our loved one.

Funeral service for Mr. Ronald Lee Watts will be 11 a.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, at Topeka Baptist Church with burial in Roberts Memorial Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, March 31, and will resume Friday at 10 a.m., at Topeka Baptist Church.

Mr. Watts, 71, of Jayess, passed from this life March 27, 2022, at Lawrence County Hospital. He was born in Brookhaven, MS, August 22, 1950, to Othell Watts and Millere Freeman Watts. After graduating from high school, Mr. Watts began making a life for himself and his family. He worked in the oil field and also worked as a truck driver. Ronnie loved his family and friends; he would tell you to value each day you have together. He enjoyed life and loved his Lord, being forever grateful to God for proving that He really is a God of second chances. Ronnie will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by his son, Wesley Watts; his father; and brothers, Clemon Watts and Ricky Watts.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 44 years, Marion Watts; sons Hugh Watts and wife, Michelle and Nathan Watts and Amanda; daughters, Bethany Morgan and Tamara Morgan; his mother, Millere Watts; sisters, Charlotte Allen and Mona Futris; six grandchildren, Shelby (Ben), Stetson, Saydie (Brantley), Sara, Caroline, Kanah Joy; and one great granddaughter, Everleigh. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that were very dear to his heart, and a lifelong childhood friend, Walter Cain, along with his inherited grandchildren, Karter, Wylder, Kooper, Eli, Eden and Lizzie.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, or Damascus Road Recovery 2274 Highway 53, Poplarville, MS 39470.

Graveside service for Mr. Marvin Roy Jolley will be 2 p.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, in Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation is from 1 p.m. until the time of service at Riverwood.

Mr. Jolley, 94, of Brookhaven passed away peacefully at his home in Brookhaven, surrounded by his family, March 24, 2022. Mr. Jolley was born in Lepanto, AR, July 23, 1927, to the late, John Roy Jolley and Lector Bruce Jolley. He was retired from the Military after serving 23 years. He enjoyed working with his hands, from clock repair to bicycle repair, he loved keeping things running. He also liked spending time outside, a favorite hobby was beekeeping. Mr. Jolley will be greatly missed by his family and all who loved him.

He is preceded in death by his granddaughter, Skylar Jolley and great granddaughter, Nöel Jeanson.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 58 years, Ulla Jolley; sons, Manfred R. Jolley, wife, Angela; Chris Jolley, wife, Nelci; daughters, Diane Walsh, husband, Pat; and Sandra Jeanson, husband, Mike; along with seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148, or Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607.

Services for Mr. Paul Kenneth Walker of Brookhaven are 12:00 pm Tuesday, March 29, 2022,

at Riverwood Family with visitation from 10:00 until the time of the service.

Burial will be at Riverwood Memorial Park.

Paul Kenneth Walker, 83, went to be with his Lord on March 23, 2022.

He was born on May 23, 1938, to the late Oliver and Pauline Laverne Walker.

Mr. Walker was a proud military veteran having served his country for 22 years in the United States Army;

After his military service he became a master electrician. In his later years he loved gardening, raising cows,

and selling vegetables at the Farmers Market. He enjoyed traveling all over this country and loved telling a good story.

He was a hard worker, good provider, honest and a dedicated husband, father, and pawpaw. He has left many good memories to cherish.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and his brothers-in-law, Lonnie Wilson and Harold Nations.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 59 years, Oree Allen Walker; daughter, Patricia Russell and husband, Scott; Tracy M. Thomas;

and Ramona Thomas and husband, Bruce. He is also survived by his six grandchildren, Kevin Thomas, Jr. and wife, Whitney;

Abbey Russell Fleming and husband, Zach; Kacy Thomas; Ashley Thomas; Mandy Russell; Brooke Thomas Nevels and husband, Ryan,

and great grandchild Fleming, due in August; along with sisters, Mary (Richard Carroll) Nations Smith; Martha Williams;

brother-in law, Jerry (Barbara) Allen; sisters-in-law, Annette Wilson; and Doris (J.P.) Smith.

He will be dearly missed by all that loved and knew him.