Local Obituaries for Terry, MS

Jul 3, 2024

                                                   " Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." Matthew 5:5

Lula Bell Lewis Robinson was born January 14,1930, in New Hebron Mississippi to the late John Lewis and Annie Bell Gardner Lewis. She...

Jun 28, 2024

Elexius Joiner was born November 15, 2001, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Clarissa Belton and Demetri Smith. She was her mother’s first born and only daughter.

Elexius was very caring and compassionate to ALL, with a smile that would light up the entire room. Elexius graduated from Hazlehurst High School in 2020. Elexius enjoyed her life but most of all she loved...

Jun 25, 2024

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**Ruthie Denise "Neecy" Smiley**

(February 10, 1967 - June 25, 2024)

Ruthie Denise Smiley, affectionately known as "Neecy," passed away on June 25, 2024 in Madison, Mississippi. She was the loving daughter of the late Alfred C. Buck and Ruthie Mae Buck. Ruthie touched the lives of many with her words wisdom, comfort, love, and unwavering support.

Ruthie was born on February 10,...

May 29, 2024

**Obituary**On May 29, 2024, the world said goodbye to a remarkable individual, Rev. Thomas Easley, who passed away at his home in Terry, Mississippi. Born on December 28, 1938, in Terry, MS, Rev. Easley's life journey was one of love, service, and unwavering faith.Rev. Easley was a man of many talents and callings. Not only was he a devoted Under...

May 27, 2024

May 16, 2024

Elder Eugene Greenfield was born June 2, 1945. Elder Eugene Greenfield was called to ministry in the summer of 1976. He preached his first sermon at Jones Chapel Baptist Church under the leadership of Henry L. Hankins.  Two years later, Elder Greenfield migrated to Faith Tabernacle in Canton, MS. here he was filled with the Holy Ghost on March 12,...

May 13, 2024

Barry Adams, beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on May 13, 2024, in the comfort of his own home in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. He was born on November 19, 1958, to the late Robert Adams Sr. and Lucille Woods Adams. Bary lived life full of love, laughter, and joy.Barry married the love of his life, Linda Alford Adams,...

May 9, 2024

On July 12, 1967, Joseph and Dorothy Minter Christmas was blessed with a beautiful baby boy and they named him Jerry Leon. Jerry was the 10 th of 12 children, whereas 2 siblings preceded him in death: Michael Anthony Christmas and Laura Ann Stewart.Jerry’s education was completed at Crystal Springs High School on May 21, 1985. He started a much...

May 8, 2024

Carlton Wade Hunter, 42 of Crystal Spring, MS, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. He was born in Greenwood, MS on July 28, 1981, to Debroah and Carlton Hunter of Isola, Ms. Carlton grew up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and attended Bethune Performing Arts.Carlton loved working, fishing, and spending leisure time with his wife Monica Hunter, and kids whom...

May 4, 2024

Erma Johnson Powell aged 88 departed this life on the serene morning of Saturday, May 4, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on June 8, 1935, in Crystal Spring, MS, she was the daughter of the late Herman Johnson and Doll Ford Johnson. Erma was one of ten children in her cherished family. She is survived...

May 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that I share the passing of my beloved sister, Kiwana Jones, who departed on May 3, 2024. Born on January 21, 1995, Kiwana was not only just a sister, but she was also a daughter, niece, friend, and confidant to those of us that cherished her the most. Growing up, we shared countless adventures, from dancing...

May 3, 2024

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.”

II Timothy 4:7-8

Mrs. Daisy Lee Mack-Rogers  was born to the late Dave Ratliff, Sr. and Rosie “Honey” Chatmon. She was educated at Carver Jr. High School, Raymond High School and Hinds Community College.

She accepted Christ...

Apr 30, 2024

Eric Tillman, known affectionately as "Mane Mane," passed at his home in Crystal, Mississippi. He was born on February24, 1972, to Mae Tillman and the late Donald Ray Finley. Eric was a diligent and dedicated man who spent many years working at Tyson, Griffin, and DG Foods until his health declined in 2019.Eric's memory will be forever cherished by his...

Apr 30, 2024

    “For none of us lives to himself, and none of us dies to himself. For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s” 

Romans 14:7-8

    Margaret Williams, known affectionately as “OG,” was born on August 29,...

Apr 16, 2024

Alfred Carlos “Ralph” Lankster, was born on December 3, 1985 in New Orleans, La to Alfonso Lankster, Sr. and Annette Eason Lankster.

    Alfred was preceded in death by both of his parents; two brothers, John H. Wallace and baby Alfonso Coleman Lankster,Jr.; one sister, Kwan K. Eason and one great niece, Monique S. Wallace. 

    Our brother had the...

Apr 14, 2024

Reflections of Life

Cleotha Carr

1964-2024

    Cleotha Carr was born on May 19, 1964  in Flora, Mississippi to the late T. J. Carr, Sr. and Lillion B. Carr.

    Mr. Carr graduated  from East Flora High School. He went to work for Shakesphere and Ford Automotive as a mechanic in Jackson, Mississippi. Later he decided to change careers by becoming a cross Country...

Apr 14, 2024

He will wipe away all tears from their eyes; their will be  no more mourning or sadness or pain. The of the past has gone.

~Revelations 21: 4~

    Joseph Wright, born June 8, 1953 in Madison, MS to the late Mackey Lee and Ethel Mae Forbes. He was the seventh child of 14 children. At an early age Joseph united with...

Apr 5, 2024

...the time of my departure is at hand, I have fought the good fight, I 

have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me a

crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge will give to me

on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have  loved His appearing.

   ...

Apr 2, 2024

Mar 28, 2024

Reflections of “Mattie Laurie Williams”

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, 

and glorify your Father which is in heaven.-Matthew 5:16-

    Mattie Laurie Williams was born on July 28, 1969 in Crystal Springs, Mississippi to Robert and Helen Sandifer.

    On March 28, 2024, God welcomed our dear Mattie home and gave her a...