Obituaries

Jan 19, 2026

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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....

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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....

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...

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...

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....

Dec 8, 2025

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,...

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...

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...

Nov 12, 2025

Reverend Roosevelt Palmer, 77, of Woodville, Mississippi, entered eternal rest on November 12, 2025. He was born on August 26, 1948, in Woodville, Mississippi, to the late Patsy Palmer and Charlie Palmer.

Roosevelt faithfully served as Pastor of St. Mark Baptist Church, where he ministered with strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication to God. He loved singing and used his gift to...

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Oct 30, 2025

Brenda Louise Alexander Turner transitioned from works on earth to her reward in heaven on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, in Houston, TX.

She leaves to cherish her memory her companion, Kennedy Moore of Houston, TX; two beloved sons, Christopher (Grace Teree) Turner of Atlanta, GA, and Steven (Jessica) Turner of Houston, TX; her mother, Ella L. Alexander of Natchez; three brothers,...

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