OBITUARIES
Johnnie McLaurin, 61
Jul 23, 2023
Mr. Johnnie Willie (Chappie) McLaurin, 61, Mount Olive, MS died on July 23, 2023 at his residence. Mr. McLaurin attended Lincoln Attendance Center and Mount Olive HIgh School and was a graduate of the class of 1979. He was an independent contractor welder by trade. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding his motorcycle. He was preceded in death...
Mozell McInnis, 59
Jul 21, 2023
Mr. Mozell McInnis 59, passed away at the Jefferson Davis Nursing Care Facility, Prentiss, MS on July 21, 2023. No arrangements have been completed at this time. Contact Reeves Funeral Home, Inc., Mount Olive, MS for updated funeral arrangements: 601-797-3921.
Dora Jane Powers, 86
Jul 21, 2023
Mrs. Dora Jane Powers,86, Mount Olive, MS passed away on July 21, 2023. Mrs. Powers attended and graduated from Lincoln Attendance Center,Mount Olive, MS. She was a faithful member of Point Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church until her health failed.She also was a dedicated member of the Eastern Stars, Rose. She loved sewing, baking and taking care of her grandchildren. ...
Winnie Louise Magee Hathorne, 62
Jul 15, 2023
Mrs. Winnie Louise Magee Hathorn, 62, Collins, MS passed away July 15, 2023. Ms. Winnie loved to care for and help others, especially her family. She was a graduate of the 1979 class of Collins High School, Collins, MS. She faithfully attended The House of Refuge International Church. She was a loving wife, beloved sister and loyal friend. She created a unique...
Sandra Lee Brinson, 64
Jul 14, 2023
Mrs. Sandra Lee Brinson, 64, Collina, MS passed away on July 14, 2023. Mrs. Brinson was a godly woman and set an example foro her children and grandchildren that will lead them all their lives. She was a diligent member of Rocky Valley Missionary Baptist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher, Chori Director, Mission Member, Bible Class...
Timothy Magee, 58
Jul 7, 2023
Mr. Timothy Allen Magee, 58, Collins, MS passed away on July 7, 2023. Mr. Magee graduated from Collins High School, in 1983 and was a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. After graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and served for 12 years and later joined the MS National Guard(623rd SVC Company, Collins, MS for 6 years....
Lemuel D Booth, 50
Jul 3, 2023
Mr. Lemuel "Squirm" Booth, 50, Collins, MS passed away at his residence on July 3, 2023. He was a 1990 graduate of Bassfield High School, Bassfield, MS. He worked as a Professional Masonry for several companies in the State of Michigan. He enjoyed life with his family, friends and especially his dog, but his greatest joy was his son, Alex. ...
Meagan Shonterra Pittman, 44
Jun 29, 2023
Funeral services for Miss Meagan Shonterra Pittman, 44, (July 23, 1978-June 29, 2023),Mount Olive, MS passed away on June 29, 2023. She was a member of St. James UMC, Mount Olive, MS. She graduated from Mount Olive Attendance Center. She was loving and Caring would who loved her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents,...
Elbert "Big Man" McLaurin, 81
Jun 16, 2023
Mr. Elbert "Big Man" McLaurin, 81, Collins, MS passed away on June 16, 2023. Interment was in the McLaurin Family Cemetery. Mr. McLaurin was a life-long member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where served as a Trustee. He was a caring man and father. He touched many lives in the community as well as throughout Covington County. He loved...
Dorothy Jean Jones, 72
May 26, 2023
Mrs. Dorothy Jean Hawthorne Jones, 72, Collins, MS, passed away at her residence on Friday, May 26, 2023. Mrs. Jones was a 1969 graduate of Carver Central High School, Collins, MS. She had a career in the Food Service Industry with her last positions being with the Veterans Affairs Clinic, Collins. She was an exceptional homemaker, mother, grand grandmother, raising...
Fannie Cooper McNair, 66
May 18, 2023
Mrs. Fannie Cooper McNair, 66, Magee, MS was a devoted and dedicated member of Zionell CME Church where she served as an usher and choir Vice President. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee Cooper, Sr., and Loyce J. Cooper. Survivors include husband, John E. McNair; sons, Joseph (Valerie) Cooper, Christopher Cooper, Andrew William, all of...
Louella Marie Dufrene, 85
May 6, 2023
Funeral services for Mrs. Louella Marie Dufrene, 85, Collins, MS( formerly of Gheens LA) will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 . The local visitation was held on Monday, May 8, 2023, 4-7PM from the Chapel at Reeves Funeral Home, Inc., Mount Olive, MS. The LA viewing was held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 from 9AM-11AM at St. Hillary...
Ruby Jewel Hawthorne, 82
May 5, 2023
Mrs. Ruby Jewel Hawthorne, 82, Collins, MS was known was known by many with the titles of Mother/Missionary. She accepted Christ and was filled with the Holy Ghost and served as a faithful member of the church. She served on the Mother's Board, Prayer Warrior Group, Sunday School Teacher and Bible Band Teacher. Her life exemplified holiness ad her prayer ministry led other...
Charlie Lee Page, 68
Apr 30, 2023
Mr. Charlie Lee Page, 68, Mendenhall, MS( formerly of Raleigh, MS) passed away on April 30, 2023. Mr. Page attended Raleigh High School where he excelled in football, basketball, baseball and track. He enjoyed training and coaching youth leagues. He was an avid football fan and enjoyed youth football coaching for many years for the Raleigh High School ...
Ray Bee Griffith, 61
Apr 30, 2023
Mr. Ray "Bee" Griffith, 61, Collins, MS ( Formerly of Bassfield, MS) passed away on April 30, 2023. Mr. "Bee" Griffith completed his formal education at Bassfield High School. He was employed by Five County Development and Transportation(Bassfield and Collins) and Covington County School District. He served as a custodian, maintenance employee, landscaper, and most importantly a bus driver caring...
Clyde Ellis Brinson, 84
Apr 17, 2023
Mr. Clyde "Ellis" ( King Choppa-Bo-Bo) Brinson, Prentiss, MS passed away at his residence on April 17, 2023. He attended school in Jefferson Davis County. He moved to California where he was employed as a janitor in Monroe, CA. He was also employed with Siemen Company, Jackson, MS as a welder where he retired. He was also known as...
John L Burkett, 84
Apr 12, 2023
Mr. John L. Burkett, 84, Mount Olive, MS died on April 12, 2023 at Forrest General Hospital, Hattiesburg, MS. Mr. Burkett was a lifelong resident of Mount Olive, MS and a member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Olive. He was employed for many years at the former Blain Company, Mount Olive. He was preceded in death...
Rosa Patricia Magee, 76
Apr 8, 2023
Mrs. Rosa Patricia Magee, 76, Collins, MS( Friendship Community) passed away at her residence on Saturday, April 8, 2023. Mrs. Magee graduated from West Philadelphia High School and continued her education at Cheney State University. After graduation, she worked for the Philadelphia Public School System. She was a devout member of Beulah Baptist Church. God and education were core commitments...
Jeanette Keys, 60
Apr 7, 2023
Ms. Jeanette Keys passed away on April 7, 2023.
Ms. Keys was educated in the Simpson County School System. She enjoyed music and spending time with family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Sibia Keys, and two siblings. One son preceded her in death, Willie Joe Keys.
Survivors include daughter, Monique Keys, Mount Olive, MS(Jonathan...
Mary Duckworth, 67
Apr 4, 2023
Ms. Mary Duckworth, 67, Mount Olive, MS died April 4, 2023 at Forrest General Hospital, Hattiesburg, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ivy and Savannah Duckworth; siser, Fannie B. Duckworth; four brothers, Less Duckworth, C. J Duckworth, Billy Duckworth, Rishard Duckworth; nephew, Curtis Duckworth. Survivors include children, Steve Duckworth(Debra), Keisha Duckworth (Jessie), all of Mt. Olive;...
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