OBITUARIES

Ellen Roe

Feb 20, 2024

Ellen Bumpers Roe, age 83, died February 20, 2024. Ellen was born January 18, 1941 to Clyde Franklin and Sallie Motes Bumpers. She attended River Hill Baptist Church. Ellen had always enjoyed traveling, especially with her husband, children and grandchildren. She was a talented lady who enjoyed many crafts such as crocheting, sewing, and quilting. Ellen was a bit of...

Rufus Dickey

Feb 17, 2024

Rufus L. Dickey Jr., passed away at his son's home in Tallahassee, Florida on February 17, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on February 12, 1940, to parents Rufus L. and Alberta Loper Dickey, Sr.

Mr. Dickey grew up in Chatom, Alabama, attending Washington County High School. He studied music at the University of West...

Bobbye Watson

Feb 12, 2024

Bobbye Lois Prussing Watson, born in Richton, MS, December 12, 1937, died February 12, 2024, in Montgomery, AL, at the age of 86 as the result of a stroke. The eldest of two daughters, she grew up helping the family raise cotton.

Bobbye graduated from Richton High School followed by graduating William Carey College with a bachelor's degree in Elementary...

Mary Ann Ready

Feb 9, 2024

Mary Ann Motes Ready, 59, died February 9, 2024 with several loved ones by her side. Mary Ann was born January 14, 1965 to James Samuel and Annie Mae Motes. She was a generous woman with a good heart and was always willing to help those in need. She never met a stranger, at least no one who stayed a...

Evelyn Uptain

Feb 8, 2024

Evelyn Elizabeth "Libby" Uptain, 80, of Jackson, passed away at her home on February 8, 2024. Libby was born on October 29, 1943. She was an incredibly talented woman; she enjoyed playing piano and painting. Libby saw beauty in the world around her and enjoyed tending her flowers, birdwatching and simply being out in nature. This love of the outdoors...

Freddie Miller

Feb 4, 2024

William Frederick "Freddie" Miller, 46, of Jackson died February 4, 2024. Freddie was a kind and humble man. He graduated from Leroy High School in 1996. Freddie had worked at McDonalds for about 25 years where he will be dearly missed by co-workers and customers alike.

Freddie is survived by his uncle, Joe Miller and is predeceased by his...

Martha Wynn

Jan 31, 2024

Martha Ellen Hodge Wynn, 65, of Frankville, passed away January 31, 2024 at University Hospital surrounded by her husband and children. Lovingly known as "Girlfriend," Martha lived loud and loved big and made an impact wherever she went. Her cackling laughter and brilliant smile will be missed.

Born on November 12, 1958 to Grover Daffin Hodge and Martha Nathalee...

Lumerl 'Merle' Lawley

Jan 29, 2024

Lumerl Lane Lawley, 90, of Jackson, passed away January 29, 2024. She was born on December 30, 1933. To parents Marcus Cloyd and Claudia Marie White Lane. Merle retired with 25 years as a business owner and hairdresser of her shop "Merle's Beauty Shop". She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Jackson, she loved her church family. She...

Randy Powell

Jan 29, 2024

James Randall "Randy" Powell, 63, of Wagarville, passed away on January 29, 2024, at his home in Robertsdale. He was born August 22, 1960, to parents Robert "Bobby" Powell and Lu Jean "Jeanie" Jones. He was enlisted as a Corporal in the Marine Corps from 1982 to 1986. Randy was a carpenter and mail truck driver by trade, he worked...

William Felton

Jan 28, 2024

**UPDATED SERVICE INFORMATION**

Services will be held Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Lathan Funeral Home, Jackson. Graveside service will follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens at 12:15 p.m. with Bro. Mike Ballard officiating.

William Richard Felton, III, affectionately known as Bill, died at 88 years of age. Bill was born September...

Betty Walker

Jan 26, 2024

Betty Carol "Betsy" Boone Walker, 80, of Jackson died January 26, 2024. Betsy was born May 2, 1943 to Wyatt Lamar and Willie Inez Boone. Betsy was a true "Southern Lady" who never left the house without making sure her hair, makeup, nails and wardrobe were presentable. She loved flowers and enjoyed working in her flower beds in the sunshine...

Louise Ward

Jan 24, 2024

Louise Dorcus Anderson Ward, 95, of Jackson, passed away on January 24, 2024 at her daughter's home in Jacksonville, Florida. She was born on January 26, 1928, to parents George and Stella Woodyard. Mrs. Ward worked as a cashier for Furr's IGA for several years and made many friends along the way. She was a member of Forest Avenue Baptist...

Norman Powell

Jan 24, 2024

Norman C. "Bud" Powell Jr, 72, of Wagarville, passed away on January 24, 2024, at Springhill Memorial Hospital in Mobile. He was born February 24, 1951, to parents Norman C. and Mildred Hudson Powell Sr.. Bud was a carpenter by trade, he worked for a few local companies, but mostly worked for himself. He loved to hunt and fish whenever...

Margaret York Seymour

Jan 15, 2024

Margaret Jane York Seymour, 84, of Salitpa, passed away on January 15, 2024, at Jackson Healthcare Facility. She was born March 25, 1939, to parents Lee and Esther McIntyre Autry. Margaret graduated from Coffeeville High School as valedictorian class of '57. She lived in Meridian, MS for many years, later returning to her home in Salitpa. She loved her church...

Mabel June Fagan

Jan 13, 2024

Mabel June Fagan, age 96, residing in Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center in Hoover, Alabama, passed from this life to her eternal home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 13, 2024. "June" or "Junebug," as she was affectionately known by her family, was born on June 13, 1927, in Mannington, West Virginia to Charles and...

James Thomas "Tommy" Byrd, Jr.

Jan 13, 2024

 

James Thomas Byrd, Jr, affectionately known as “Tommy”, died Saturday, January 13, 2024 at SAAD Hospice Retreat. Tommy was born November 16, 1962 to James Thomas Sr and Martha Knight Byrd. He graduated from Thomasville High School prior to attending and graduating from Auburn University. Tommy then worked as a Senior Chemist at BASF for 35 years. He enjoyed...

Jimmie Baugh

Jan 12, 2024

Jimmie Claude Baugh, 71, of Grove Hill, passed away on January 12, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born on June 15, 1952, to parents Claude and Minnie Mae Pope Baugh. Jim worked at Johnson Tire in Grove Hill for 40 Years. He graduated from Clarke County High School. He was known for his love of...

Alice 'Vicki' Hinson

Jan 9, 2024

Alice "Vicki" Victoria Hinson, 81, of Grove Hill, passed away January 9, 2024, at her home. She was born October 27, 1942, to Nevell and Edna Thompson Horton. She was a member of Magnolia Assembly of God where she was very active. She enjoyed gardening and taking care of her flowers in her yard. She thoroughly enjoyed the time spent...

Jessica Marie Turner

Jan 8, 2024

Jessica Marie Turner was born into this world a miracle on November 21, 1989. We were told she would not live as she was taken to surgery at two hours old, but she survived! We were told she would never walk, but she did!  Jessica overcame so many obstacles in her first 18 years, as she had over 20 surgeries...

Mary Harvey

Jan 6, 2024

Mary Ryser Harvey, 78, of Jackson, passed away on January 6, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. She was born on July 22, 1945, in Jackson to parents Pete and Florence Pace Ryser. Mrs. Harvey graduated from Jackson High School, attended College at Patrick Henry Jr. College, she worked for Bell South for many years, but...