All Obituaries

“Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life, so that I may rejoice in the day of Christ that I have not run in vain or labored in vain.” Philippians 2:14-16 NKJV.  Such was the daily philosophy of MR. JOHNNY LEE CARTER....

Lora Ann “Cokie” Burton released her soul from her earthly body on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She was born on December 03, 1959 in Matherville, MS to the late Mrs. Eddie B. (Teen) and Mr. Sam Burton, the oldest daughter of their 5 children. For the majority her life, she resided in Albany, NY. Lora was a dedicated and diligent worker, maintaining two jobs consistently for over 40 years, starting with working side by side with her mother in the family business, “Burton Hot Dogs...

“ I will lift u mine eyes into the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made Heaven and earth.”-Psalm 12:1-2.    DEACON JIM ED WOULARD’S journey on Earth came to an end on May 21, 2023.    Jim, affectionately known as “Baldy,” was born March 19, 1953 to the late Willie B. and Mary Lee Woulard. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters:  Mellow Chambers, Willie Mae Harris, and Voncile...

MRS. FLOSSIE HALL was born in Waynesboro, MS to the late A.L. Edwards and Viola (nee Frost). After completing high school, she was employed at Wayne General Hospital and became supervisor of housekeeping, a position she held until retirement.    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Hall, her brother, Ernest Curry, her sister, Edna Faye Dennis, grandparents:  Carlene and Homer Frost, aunt: Bernice Grismore, and one granddaughter,...

Mr. Azavein Jonta Malik Hill was born on November 17, 2003 to Ms  Linda Hill and Mr  Jonathan “Big Daddy” Wilson in Laurel, MS. Azavein accepted Christ at a young age and was baptized at Sweet Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church where he served as an usher. He was very smart and graduated a semester early from Wayne County High School.  “Zae,” as he lovingly called, was a compassionate, thoughtful, loyal, silly, mature, and well loved young man. He was...

“I HAVE FOUGHT A GOOD FIGHT, I HAVE FINISHED MY COURSE. I KEPT THE FAITH. HENCEFORTH IS LAID UP FOR ME A CROWN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS.”- 2 Timothy 4:7-8.     Odessa Carlisle Henderson (also known as “Ydessie” or “Lady Y”) was born on March 10, 1951, in Waynesboro MS to the late Vera Tatum and to the late Mr. and Mrs. Sam and Leona Carlisle. Odessa departed her life on Nay 13, 2023, at her home surrounded by loved ones.    Odessa attended...

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my...

Funeral services will take place Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in State Line, MS with Rev. Cedric Smith as the officiant. Interment will follow at Simpson Cemetery, also in State Line.    There will be a viewing period for Mr. Leverette Saturday, May 13, 2023 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at the church. 

MR. WILLIE LEE RANKIN was born March 15, 1936 in Waynesboro, MS. He was the eighth child born to the late Everlean Rankin.    WILLIE was preceded in death by his loving wife of forty-one years, Katherine G. Rankin; five sisters:  Lucille Carter, Eddie M. McDonald, Ophelia Wesley, Gertrude Pace and Dottie McSwain; and six brothers:  Charlie (K. C. ) Rankin, Ray Stallworth, Odell Rankin, Navell Rankin, Aaron Gray, and Percy Rankin.    WILLIE departed his life on...

Mr. Rex Campbell was born in Isney, Alabama on June 3, 1941, to Inez and Mance Columbus Campbell, Sr. Rex transitioned to his Heavenly home on April 28, 2023, following an illness.   Rex began his life as the seventh child and second son of the family. He grew up on a farm, which grew livestock and produce cotton, corn, sugar cane, a huge vegetable garden, timber, etc.  This was the beginning of his lifelong journey as a farmer.  Under the tutelage of his father,...