Obituaries

Mar 22, 2025

David Levon Shelby, Sr., entered into this earthly world on March 12, 1953 and was born the twelth child to the late Tommy James (TJ) and the late Odessa Robinson Shelby. On March 22, 2025, a page turned, and a chapter closed in the life of David, at Delta Grande Skilled Nursing and Rehab, Monroe, LA. David entered a peaceful...

Mar 17, 2025

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Mar 3, 2025

Martha Jeanne Simons Lavallee, age 74, passed away early on March 3, 2025, in the presence of family. She just spent the weekend doing some of her favorite things: visiting and worshiping with her family, watching birds, and singing in her church choir.

Martha was born on April 23, 1950, in Xichang, Sichuan, China to William and Florence Simons.

The Simons served...

Feb 16, 2025

Lonnie James Guyton was born February 3, 1954, in Jackson, MS. He was the fourth child born to the late John and Eva Guyton. He departed this earthy life in the comfort of his home, Sunday, February 16, 2025. Lonnie was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, friend, and mentor. He enjoyed antique cars, motorcycles and all things outdoors....

Jan 31, 2025

Jan 26, 2025

Jackie Yvette Kitchens was born to Rosemary McDonald and Jack Johnson on September 20, 1977 in Jackson. A beloved mother, grandmother, wife, and sister, she passed on January 26, 2025, at the age of 47. Jackie was a beacon of love and warmth to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She attended John Marshall High School of Milwaukee, Wisconsin...

Jan 10, 2025

A beautiful baby girl was born on February 3, 1930 in Claiborne County, MS to the late Huldia Black Epherson and Lester Epherson, Sr. The family began choosing a name. During the long and drawn out discussion, an exasperated young cousin, because she was so sweet, or more likely, thinking of his favorite candy bar, said “Just name her Baby...

Dec 31, 2024

Life Reflections of Kalife Darron Robinson “WILD BILL” Kalife Darron Robinson was born on August 29, 1972, in Clinton, Mississippi, to the late Shirely Mae Kimble and Jonas Patterson. He departed this life peacefully, at home on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. He was a loving father, grandfather, son, and friend. He will surely be missed by all who had the...

Dec 25, 2024

A Life Well Lived

Alfreda McClinton

 

Alfreda McClinton departed this world peacefully on December 25, 2024, at the age of 30. She was a cherished daughter, mother, sister, and friend whose love, compassion, and kindness touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

 

Alfreda McClinton was born on July 28, 1994, in Jackson, MS to Alfred and Bobbie McClinton. At a...

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Ebony Nicole Spears was born on October 25, 21988 in Jackson, MS to Rodney Spears and Cynthia Campbell Spears. She confessed her belief in Christ at an early age at Cathedral A.M.E. Zion Church in Jackson, MS. She later moved her membership to Greater Pearlie Grove M. B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Arthur Bridges, II. 

Ebony graduated from Clinton...

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Jimmie Ray Bell was born on November 26, 1946 to the late Ben Charles Bell and Mary Lee Tillman Bell.

 

He confessed Christ at an early age where he joined New Hope M. B. Church. Jimmie Ray was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on September 4, 2024 at 12:05 a. m.

 

He was united in holy matrimony for 57...

Aug 28, 2024

Mr. Albert Lee Cavett was born on March 30, 1937, in Clinton, MS to the last Maude Taylor Cavett and Ike Cavett Sr. 

 

Mr. Cavett, also known as “Bae Boy” and “Meat Man”, was the sixth of twelve children born to this union. Mr. Albert Cavett accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at St. Paul United Methodist Church...