Obituaries

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Local Obituaries for Woodville, MS, Wilkinson County & Surrounding Areas

Brutus “Leo” Vaughn

Brutus “Leo” Vaughn

Feb 28, 2026

The Life and Legacy ofBrutus Galilea VaughnI have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7

His Life...Brutus Galilea “Leo” Vaughn was born on February 4, 1955 to the late Margaret Virginia Blackmore and the late Eddie Charles “Sonny” Vaughn in Woodville, Mississippi. When his mother moved to New Orleans, he remained...

Sammie Roy “Peanut” Anderson, Jr.

Sammie Roy “Peanut” Anderson, Jr.

Feb 11, 2026

Sammie Roy Anderson Jr., known by family as friends as “Peanut”, was born in Centreville, MS on January 19, 1987, to Darlene Collins and Sammie R. Anderson of Gloster, MS. Sammie graduated from life on earth to eternity in heaven on February 11, 2026.

Sammie was educated in the Amite County school system, where he was active in JROTC and the...

Freddie Jones

Freddie Jones

Feb 6, 2026

Freddie Jones was born on January 5, 1953, in Wilkinson County, Mississippi, to the late Howard Bell and Ruth Jones. He departed this life on February 6, 2026, at Grand Trace Health Rehabilitation Center in Natchez, Mississippi.

Freddie was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent many years employed as a machine operator at Georgia Pacific. Through his work, he demonstrated...

Edna “Ruth” Louise Turner

Edna “Ruth” Louise Turner

Feb 3, 2026

Ruth Louise Turner was born October 12, 1939 to the late Briton and Thelma Turner in Wilkinson County.Ruth was baptized at an early age by the late Rev. Allen Scott. She served on the Deaconess Board at the Rose Hill Baptist Church until her health declined. she was married to the late Wilbert Scott, Sr.

On February 3, 2026, Ruth departed...

Elizabeth Lewis

Elizabeth Lewis

Jan 31, 2026

A Time to Be Born

Elizabeth Lewis was born on August 3, 1944, in Ferriday, Louisiana. She was the third of ten children born to the late John Lewis, Sr. and Augustine White Lewis. Elizabeth was raised in Ferriday, Louisiana, and received her education in the Concordia Parish School District, where she was mathematically proficient, possessing a strong number sense, and...

Wandra Michelle Nash Mitchell

Wandra Michelle Nash Mitchell

Jan 29, 2026

Wandra Michelle Mitchell was born on September 21, 1970, in Centreville, Mississippi, to Zelma Lee and the late Sim Dunn. She was the third of five children. At a young age, Wandra accepted Christ at Holly Grove Baptist Church under the guidance of the late Pastor J.B. Jones and continued her Christian walk throughout her life, faithfully worshiping and growing...

Rosie Lee Ray Powell

Rosie Lee Ray Powell

Jan 28, 2026

Rosie Ray Powell was born on April 11, 1942, in Centreville, Mississippi, to the late Lillie Graves Ray and the late Calvin Ray Sr. On January 28, God sent His angels to open the gates and welcome her into her heavenly home.

Rosie accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of the late Rev. White, and throughout her life...

Enaje Nalae "Queen" Bates (Noodles)

Enaje Nalae "Queen" Bates (Noodles)

Jan 19, 2026

Celebrating The Life and Legacy of A Queen:

Enaje Nelae Bates was born on January 21, 2008, to the late Charlitha Bates of Centreville, Mississippi, and Darryl Robinson of Liberty, Mississippi. Enaje was a senior at Wilkinson County High School, where she proudly held the title of Miss Senior. She was an active member of the WCHS Track and Field Team,...

Johnnie B. Spears Packnett

Johnnie B. Spears Packnett

Jan 12, 2026

Life and Legacy

A Time To Be Born:Johnnie B was born May 12, 1936 in Amite County, Mississippi to the late Bessie Bradley and Louis Spears.

A Time To Live:Johnnie was united in Holy Matrimony to James Packnett on July 25, 1953. To this union nine children were born. After marriage, she joined the Mt. Pleasant B.C. under the leadership of Rev....

Johnny Lee McDonald

Johnny Lee McDonald

Dec 28, 2025

Johnny Lee McDonald, Sr was born on September 21, 1944 in Doloroso, MS to his parents, Arthur and Janie McDonald. Johnny accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Univesta Baptist Church and later joined Free Spring Baptist Church until his death. Johnny was called home on Sunday, December 28" at The Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA....

Larry Wesley

Larry Wesley

Dec 23, 2025

Larry Wesley was born on August 30, 1958 to the Late Martha Wesley Givens and the late Walter Goodman. He transitioned on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Cristus St. Francis Cabrini hospital in Alexandria, LA. As a child, Larry as baptized by Pastor Eugene Williams and united with the Mount Olive Baptist Church.

Larry graduated from Ferriday Highschool and received a...

Virginia Ann Collins

Virginia Ann Collins

Dec 22, 2025

On December 20, 2025, Virginia Ann Collins, departed this earthly life. God sent an angel to open the gate to heaven and receive her into life after death. She was born on January 21, 1961, in Natchez, MS, the daughter of the late John and Shirley Temple Collins. Virginia accepted Christ as her Savior and was baptized at an early...

Richard Jolla, Sr.

Richard Jolla, Sr.

Dec 18, 2025

Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live:

And whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? John 11:25-26

Brother Richard Jolla, Sr. was born on August 14, 1942, in Woodville, Mississippi to the late Henry P. Jolla and Elnora Blakes Jolla....

William Walker

William Walker

Nov 29, 2025

William D. Walker, a lifelong resident of Woodville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on November 29, 2025. Born on January 5, 1939, in Woodville, he was the beloved son of Lynch Walker and Elizabeth Mealey Walker.

William spent many years working as a laborer for the Town of Woodville, where he was known for his dedication, steady work ethic,...

Lawrence C. Holland

Lawrence C. Holland

Nov 22, 2025

“Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

Lawrence C. Holland entered into eternal rest peacefully at SW Regional Medical Center on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the age of 73. He was a Woodville, MS native and a lived there most of his life. He was born on September...

James Willie Rogers, Jr.

James Willie Rogers, Jr.

Nov 18, 2025

James Willie Rogers, Jr. was born on December 19, 1964, in Centreville, Mississippi, to James Willie Rogers, Sr. and Mable Alice Jones Rogers. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, proudly serving his country. James' love for his family was deep, and he had a special affection for his children—those who knew him, knew his...