OBITUARIES

Aug 11, 2024

In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Andrew C Reeves Tuskegee Alumni Scholarship ( 114 St James Rd, Mount Olive MS 39119).

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Collins Funeral Home 415 N Farish St., Jackson, MS 39202 is in charge of the arrangements: 601-948-7223.

Sep 17, 2026

Mrs. Lizzie Keys Stubbs, 78, passed away at her residence on August 17, 2026.

Mrs. Stubbs was a member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Magee, MS. She was employed with Five County Head Start, where she served as Head cook until her retirement.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight Stubbs; son, Antroy Keys; parents, M.C.Keys and Gladys Keys Adams;...

Aug 29, 2026

Aug 15, 2026

Mrs. Doris A. Evans Peterson, 66, passed away on August 15, 2026, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, MS.

Mrs. Peterson attended school in Collins, MS until the age of eight. She relocated to Gary, Indiana, and graduated from Emerson High School in 1977. After graduation, she entered the health care workforce and found her love for people. She worked at...

Aug 14, 2026

Mrs. Mattie Kaye McCulllum Barnes, 72, passed away on August 14, 2026.

Mrs. Barnes dedicated her life to her family and her faith. She was a member of Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, where she served faithfully and inspired many through her service, encouragement, and generosity.

She was preceded in death by her parents, W. C. and Mattie Mae McCollum; brothers, Johnny, Charlie...

Aug 8, 2026

Ms. Addie Lee Hart, 95, Mount Olive, MS, passed away at her residence on Saturday, August 8, 2026

Mrs. Hart left behind a lifetime of love, faith, family, and memories that will be cherished forever. She lived a life that may have been simple in material things, but was incredibly rich in the things that mattered most. She was a devoted...

Jul 20, 2026

Mrs. Angela Fairley Keys, 67, Collins, MS (Rocky Valley Community), passed away at her residence on July 20, 2026.

Mrs. Fairley was born into a God-fearing home where faith was the foundation of life. She became a faithful member of Rock Valley Baptist Church, Collins, MS, at an early age, and her relationship with God became the anchor of her life,...

Jul 15, 2026

Mrs. Effie Lee McLaurin Clanton, 97, passed away at her residence on July 15, 2026.

She started in life's journey early, doing housekeeping and cooking for others as a means of support. When she relocated to Erie, PAS, she found work at a bakery and later transitioned into the hospital setting.

When her parents' health began to decline, she returned to Collins,...

Jul 14, 2026

Mrs. Lonnie Lee M. Hubbard, aged 74, departed this life at her home on July 14, 2026.

A cherished graduate of McLaurin High School in Magee, MS, Mrs. Hubbard's life was the epitome of love, strength, and unwavering faith. Her devotion to family was unparalleled, and she enriched countless lives with her boundless kindness and compassion. Her legacy endures in the...

Jul 13, 2026

Randolph was born on August 28, 1955, and graduated from Collins High School in 1973. He furthered his education at Jones County Junior College in Ellisville, MS, and dedicated his professional life to the craft of bricklaying. His contributions to the Venia Park Community were well-remembered.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Bennie "Kitty" and Yvonne "Bonnie" Barron.

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Jul 10, 2026

Ms. Deborah Denise"Dee" Smith, 62, passed away at her residence on July 9, 2026.

Ms. Smith "Dee' was a lifelong source of laughter and unforgettable memories. She was known for her silly personality and unexpected outbursts that could make a room laugh, and one of her favorite sayings was " Cool it down, Baby." She attended the Church of Christ every...

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Jun 27, 2026

Mr. Mainard Rederrick "Derrick" Winn passed away on June 27, 2026

He joined Zionell CME Church at an early age. He attended McLaurin and Magee High School, where he received his diploma from Magee High School, Magee, MS. After high school, he joined the military. He was a Specialist 4 in the Army National Guard. He was multi-talented and loved fishing...

Jun 26, 2026

Mrs. Katie Bell Crosby, 80, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026.

She was a cherished daughter, a devoted mother, an adoring grandmother, and a faithful servant of God. At only 12 years old, she faithfully served as a Sunday School teacher, a ministry she carried with dedication throughout the years. She served faithfully as a missionary, sharing God's love through...

Jun 26, 2026

Funeral services for Bishop James Rankin Sr., who passed away at the age of 78 on June 29, 2026, were solemnly held on July 5, 2026, at Mount Olive High School's Multipurpose Building in Mount Olive, MS. The interment followed at Still Waters Baptist Church Cemetery, with Pastor James Aaron Rankin Jr., his son, delivering the eulogy. Arrangements were managed...

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Jun 22, 2026

Mr. Richard "Barnabas" Leon Pope, 72, passed away on June 22, 2026, at Hillcrest Nursing Facility, Magee, MS.

Mr. Pope was known for his infectious sense of humor and his ability to bring a smile to anyone's face. He treasured his family, and his love, strength, and joyful spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew...

Jun 6, 2026

Mr. Boyd McLaurin passed away on June 6, 2026, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS.

Mr. McLaurin moved to Erie, PA in 1954 and lived there with his family for over thirteen years. He later returned to Mississippi where he worked with Sanderson Farms until his retirement. Known fondly as the "Southern Blues" man, he had a deep love for...