Judy Lynn Bates
Jul 2, 2025
Judy Lynn Bates (Prewitt), 67, of Ackerman, MS, passed away peacefully at home on July 2, 2025, after a valiant battle with cancer, holding hands with her beloved husband, Jeffrey Scott Bates, her "Cowboy." Born on August 30, 1957, Judy lived a vibrant life filled with love, passion, and an unyielding spirit.
Judy graduated from Southaven High School, where her love...
Charles Ellis Eudy
Jun 30, 2025
Charles Ellis Eudy, formerly of Jackson, MS, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, at his residence in Ackerman, MS. Charles was born on July 16, 1935, in Mathiston, MS, to Charles Nelson and Lorene Jacquelyn (Ellis) Eudy. He was 89 years old. Charles was a Retired Firefighter for the City of Jackson. He was also a veteran of the...
Glendell Bob Jackson
Jun 19, 2025
Glendell “Bob” Jackson of Sturgis, MS, passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones, on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at his residence in Sturgis, MS. He was born on January 15, 1931, in Sturgis, Mississippi, to Burnice and Velma (Crowson) Jackson and was 94 years old.
Bob, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was a proud veteran, hardworking...
Frances P. Gilliam
Jun 18, 2025
Frances Pitts Gilliam, 94, went to be with her Savior on June 18, 2025. She was born on January 6, 1931 in Bradley, Mississippi to Oscar and Hazel Pitts. She grew up in Oktibbeha and Choctaw counties. She graduated from Sturgis High School in 1949. She married Dewitt Gilliam on October 9, 1949. They were married 63 years until his...
Rebecca Childress McDaniel
Jun 17, 2025
Rebecca Childress McDaniel, age 75, passed away at her home on June 17, 2025. Becky (BB) was born December 3, 1949, to the late Douglas “Jack” Childress and Margaret Lamb.
Becky moved to Stewart, MS as a child and was raised by her grandparents, Alvin & Lillie Clark. She graduated from Weir, MS, in 1967, married Nickey Joe McDaniel, and resided...
Donny Lee Clark
Jun 12, 2025
Donny Lee Clark of Ackerman, MS, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at his residence in Ackerman, MS. Donny was born on March 21, 1955, in Tomnolen,MS, to Alcie and Irene (Whitehead) Clark. He was 70 years old. Donny worked as a Motor Grater Operator for the North American Coal Corporation until health issues caused him to resign. He...
Martha Elaine Brooks
Jun 7, 2025
Martha Elaine York Robinson Brooks passed away peacefully at her home near Mathiston, MS on June 7, 2025, surrounded by her children.Martha was born August 24, 1940 to Lonnie York and Julie Idell (Conner) York in Hale County Alabama.
Martha grew up on a farm in Alabama. As a young girl, she picked cotton and worked on her family’s farm. She...
Micah Jared Swindle
May 30, 2025
Micah Jared Swindle of Sturgis, MS, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, at his residence in Sturgis, MS. Hewas born on August 3, 1976, in Starkville, Mississippi, to Larry L. Swindle and Frances (Jones) Helms. He was 48years old. Jared worked in construction and was also a heavy equipment operator.
Jared is survived by his mother, Frances Helms of Sturgis,...
Shirley King McIntire
May 20, 2025
Shirley King McIntire, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the Choctaw County Nursing Home in Ackerman, Mississippi.
Shirley was born on December 9, 1939, to the late Sam and Ella King. She grew up in Weir, Mississippi, and later moved to Oregon with her family during her middle school years. She graduated from Newberg High School in...
Shelia Gail Odom
May 13, 2025
Shelia Gail (Latham) Odom of Weir, MS, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at her residence in Weir, MS. Shelia was born on February 11, 1952, in Webster County, MS to Maston and Vera (Fulce) Latham. She was 73 years old. Shelia was a homemaker and owned a Daycare for around 20 years. She was a member of Lebanon...