Noah Boyd, 77, a resident of Jayess, MS, passed away February 1, 2024, at his residence.

Graveside services will be held in McEwen Cemetery at a later date.

Noah was born April 9, 1946, in Pike Co., MS, to Clarence Boyd and Mary M. Hightower Boyd. He was of the Methodist faith. Noah never met a stranger and loved by all. Noah retired from driving a log truck. He loved to listen to bluegrass.

He is preceded in death by his parent; five brothers, Charles Boyd, J.W. Boyd, Kent Boyd, Jerry Boyd, and Larry Boyd; four sisters, Marie McCullough, Mary Ethell Alexander, Judy Walters and Francis Landry.

He is survived by his brother, Emory Boyd and a sister, Eva Mae Coon (Earnest Lee Coon); his daughters, Amy Wade and Kimberly Greer; grandson, Blake Boyd (Erin); granddaughter, Emily Rose Boyd and one great granddaughter, Blakelynn Boyd and a host of nieces and nephews.

He will be dearly missed by all that loved him.

After a courageous battle with cancer, Linda Sue Magee Fortenberry, age 85 went home to be with her Lord on January 27, 2024.

 Linda was born to Wilton and Catherine Magee on November 20, 1938. As a resident of Salem, she graduated from Salem High School where she excelled at sports, particularly known for her basketball skills. On September 12, 1959, she married Wyatt Fortenberry and made a home in Bogalusa, Louisiana. Linda was a homemaker in various talented ways. She always had a garden filled with flowers, fruits, and vegetables which she generously shared with family and friends. She volunteered to be a leader in Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts as she whole heartedly supported her children. When her children's elementary school needed volunteers to create a physical activity program, Linda and Evelyn Breland organized fun physical activities for all the school kids.  Her children's friends knew they were always welcome at her home for the day or night.  She always showed her love to friends and family with her renowned home cooked meals.  Her love of sports continued as her children grew older, she became a Scouting Explorer Post leader establishing co-ed Post 182. Her post attained second place at the Explorer Post Olympics in 1980. 

 During her life in Bogalusa, she made many lifelong friends and learned to play tennis and golf. Through her love of tennis and golf, she became known as one of the toughest competitors. She shared her passion and knowledge of the sport by teaching and coaching. Her intensive competitive spirit led her to many trophies. Her greatest achievement in sports was when in 1977, she and Ken Ridgdell competed in the National Tennis Lipton's Mixed Doubles Championship. She played a match against Roy Barth and Roscoe Tanner, after reaching the finals. It was one of the highlights of her life. Tanner was known for having the hardest serve in professional tennis. During the match, she asked him was he taking it easy on her and if he was, she told him he should not be and to give her his best.

 As the years progressed, she and Wyatt moved back home to Tylertown, where she converted her love of sports to taking care of her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching her grandkids play football, basketball, and baseball. She never missed a game. While living in Tylertown, she was very active in activities with New Zion Baptist Church. She helped with vacation bible school and cooked for various church events. 

 Just as Linda was a competitor in sports, she energetically dedicated the rest of her life to caring for her family. Words didn't come easy, but her actions always showed how deeply she loved those in her life.

 Linda is survived by her son Michael (Stephenie) Fortenberry; daughter Terri (Waylon) Prevost; grandson Colter Fortenberry; grandson Grayson (Nikki) Fortenberry; great grandson Cooper Fortenberry; sister Peggy London; sister Mary Magee; sister-in-law Elaine Stogner Magee, sister-in-law Joyce Fortenberry Evans and numerous nieces and nephews. 

 Linda was preceded in death by her husband Wyatt Fortenberry, her parents Wilton and Catherine Wood Magee, brother John I. Magee, brother-in-law Willis Fortenberry, sister-in-law Doris Davis Fortenberry, brother-in-law Fred Evans, brother-in-law Doyle London, and daughter-in-law Diane Mielke Fortenberry. 

 The family greatly appreciates and thanks the many friends who had her in their prayers. 

 In lieu of a funeral service, the family will have a Celebration of Life at New Zion Baptist Church in Tylertown, Mississippi at 10:30 AM on Saturday, February 24. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the church. 

The funeral for Thomas Edmond Murry will be 11 a.m., Monday, February 5, at Poplar Springs Baptist Church with burial in Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Mr. Murry, 78, of Wesson, died January 30, 2024, at St. Dominics Medical Center in Jackson. He was born in Louisiana June 16, 1945, to Okla Murry and Lettie V. Day Murry. He worked for many years as a Truck Driver. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Mr. Murry is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Loraine Clark.

He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Barbara Murry; children, Carla Close, Angie Wicker (Frank Parrott), and Morgan Murry; sister, Ellen Davis; five grandchildren, Brandie Wicker, Kristina Javer (Chris), Nikki Close, James Wicker, and Aaron Close; 12 great grandchildren; and a host of other loving family members and friends.

The funeral service for Gene Edward Thompson will be 11 a.m., Monday, January 29, at Wellman Baptist Church with burial in Wellman Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Mr. Thompson, 83, of Bogue Chitto, died January 25, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born June 11, 1940, to Johnnie Alexander Thompson and Para Lee Smith Thompson. He retired from Kees Motor Company after 44 years and 7 months of service. He was a loving and faithful husband, father, and grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Myrtis Marie Miller Thompson; his parents; sons, William “Bubba” Thompson, John Travis Thompson; brothers, Lloyd Thompson, Buddy Thompson, Johnny Roy Thompson, Nelson “Chimp” Thompson and infant brother, Robert Thompson; and his sisters, Ruby Nell “Sis” Thornhill and Geneva Cockerham.

He is survived by his children, Leslie Thompson (Kathy), Mike Pepper (Rhonda)and Angie Fortin (Dwayne); sister, Peggy Lee (Prentiss); numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; special nephew, Lee Thompson (Renee, aka “Kelsey”); special friend, Joe Malone (Brandi); caregivers, Virginia, Missy, Hannah, Sondra, and Ollie; Arden Hospice, and Ms. Kathy; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends and his faithful dog, Dixie. He was well known and loved by his church family and community.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wellman Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 1918 Wellman Drive, Bogue Chitto, MS 39629