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08/03/2025

ABERDEEN—Antonio Christopher Provias (Tony), 63, passed away peacefully in his home Saturday, August 2, 2025. Born June 19, 1962, to Christopher Antonio Provias and Frankie Nolen Provias in Aberdeen. Tony was a lifelong resident and businessman of Aberdeen.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. followed by services at 11 a.m. Monday, August 4, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church of Aberdeen with Doug Stone officiating. Burial will follow in Oddfellows Rest Cemetery. Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home of Aberdeen is presiding over arrangements.

Tony owned and operated the Tenn Tom Pallet company, servicing the southeast. He graduated from Aberdeen High School where he played football for the bulldogs. He attended his beloved Ole Miss, where he broadcasted an unofficial radio show focused on Ole Miss sports from his dorm room. His passions included visiting Skopelos, Greece and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels win, lose, or draw.

He leaves behind his fiancée, Deborah Munago and her daughters Erin and Stephanie Turner; his mother, Frankie Nolen Provias; two sisters, Nina Jurney (Louis) of Okolona and Laurenda Richardson of Aberdeen. Tony prided himself on helping to raise Jacob Jackson, Maggie Jackson, and Thomas Jackson and his three grandchildren, Skylar, John Daniel, and Wyatt. He was always so proud of their accomplishments. He was preceded in death by his father, Chris Provias.

The Pallbearers will be John Provias, Nick Provias, Christopher “Tyki” Jurney, Charles White, Will Mosley, Page Thomason, Chris Chambers, and Stephen Frederic. Honorary pallbearers include George Provias, Jacob Thomas, and Thomas Jackson.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Aberdeen, 401 W. Commerce St., Aberdeen, MS 39730.

07/22/2025

Shirley Irene Box

On July 20, 2025, Shirley Irene (Fuller) Box loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and great-grandmother, met Jesus face to face in Heaven. Her prayers were answered and she made Heaven her home, Shirley was born on June 20, 1946 in Temont, MS to parents Fred Braxton Fuller and Lillie Mauldin Fuller. She was raised in Tremont and attended school there. She met, fell in love, and married Jerry Box on June 5, 1965. They were blessed to celebrate 60 years of loving each other and serving their Lord at Emmanuel Assembly of God in Nettleton, MS. She had a been a seamstress with Monroe Trouser. Shirley had a passion for sewing ,cooking, hosting family gatherings and enjoying time with her family and church family.

Services will be on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 12 noon at Emmanuel Assembly of God Church in Nettleton with Rev. Brian Wood, Rev. Sammy John R***r officiating. Burial will be in Jones Chapel Cemetery. Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home of Nettleton will be in charge of arrangements.

Visitation will be prior to service at the church from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.

She is survived by her husband Jerry Box of Nettleton,MS; daughters, Amanda Northington of Amory, MS; Melissa Simonson (Scott) of Amory, MS; granddaughters, Jordan Tilley (Jacob) of Ethelsville, AL , Alexia Simonson of Amory, MS; grandson-in-law, Ben McDill of Reform, Al, great grandchildren, Palyn Tilley, Roper Tilley, Tylan Cromeans, Oliver McDill , sister Cheryl Elaine Williams (Rex) of Richmond, VA and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter,Lynndon McDill, son-in-law, Ricky Northington, mother-in -law, Hazel Cheney and sister-in-law, Martha Dulap.

Pallbearers will be Scott Simonson, Jacob Tilley, Ben McDill, Stanley West,Johnny Cheney and J.C. Kingsley.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Troy Dunlap. Carey Lee Dunlap, Davey Box, David Box, Bobby Oliver and Carey Dunlap.

07/07/2025

Jacob Lee, Jr., 77, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at his home. Born on October 19, 1947 in Monroe County to Jacob Lee, Sr and Anna Schrock Lee. One of 14 siblings, Jacob was a hardworking farmer who for many years also worked as an independent contractor at Westlake Chemical in Aberdeen.

Graveside services will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 10, 2025 at the Luker-Lee Cemetery. Visitation will be at Jacob’s home, 20016 Posey Lane, Aberdeen, MS, from 1 p.m. on Tuesday until 6 p.m. on Thursday.

He leaves behind a legacy of love to be carried on by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, great great nieces, and great, great nephews. He also leaves behind a host of loving friends as well as two loving nurses Gabby Ivory and Paris Lagrone. Also surviving are his siblings, Lena Luker (George), Donald Lee (Martha), Susan Luker (Robert), Milton Lee (Florence), and Kathy Luker (Pete).

Jacob is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Helen Louise Lee, and 8 siblings, Noah Lee, Emma Schrock, Esther Luker, Levi Lee, William Lee, Ananias lee, Mennon Lee, and Norman Lee.

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07/07/2025

Peggy Lera Rearick, 101, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025 at Monroe Regional Hospital in Aberdeen. She was born on November 7, 1923 at home in Aberdeen to John Joseph and Sadie Bruce Walters and she was a graduate of Aberdeen High School. She worked for the Gulf Ordinance Plant in Prairie during the Great War and for 30 years, she was an accountant for the U.S. Air Force. Later she had the opportunity of going into business where she owned and operated Carolyn’s Dress Shop and was a staple merchant on Aberdeen Main Street for over 30 years. She was most proud of being a long-time member of First Chrisian Church in Aberdeen where she served as organist. A member of the Easter Star, she was Past Associate Grand Matron of Mississippi, 1977.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Aberdeen with Bro. David Snyder officiating. Burial will follow in Oddfellows Rest Cemetery.

She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Rollison, Aberdeen; two grandchildren, Lenny Rollison (Ritsuko), of Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX and Heather Rollison, Aberdeen; great grandchildren, Dusty Rollison, Derby Luca Beasley, Bannan Beasley, Andrew Rollison, Alex Rollison, Amelia Rollison, and Aiden Rollison; two great great grandchildren, Jack Reed Rollison and Kylie Grace Rollison; sister-in-law, Mary Walters; and nephew, Joel Walters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; twin sister, Era Walters, sister, Zema Patterson; brother, Johnny Reed Walters; and nephews, Gary Walters and Andrew Walters.

Pallbearers will be Lenny Rollison, Victor Rollison, Derby Luca Beasley, Bannan Beasley, Joel Walters, and Bo Stahl.

Visitation will be on Tuesday from noon until 1:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church, Aberdeen or to Paralyzed Veterans.

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07/05/2025

Sarah Alice Hall Fowler, 82, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Sanctuary Hospice in Tupelo. Born on July 1, 1943, she was a daughter to Marvin and Sula Green Hall. A lifelong resident of the Nettleton area, she worked in the garment and furniture factories before retiring. She was Presbyterian in faith, and she enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening. In addition, she was gifted in making quilts and baking. Her greatest joy was being with her family.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Nettleton with Bro. Ben R***r officiating. Burial will follow in the Jones Chapel Cemetery.

She is survived by one daughter, Julia Mitchem (David); three sons, John Fowler, Jr. (Sherry), Tony Fowler, and David Fowler (Tawana Nicole); 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 1 sister, Ann Allred; two brothers, Tommy Hall (Geneva) and John C. Hall (Peggy); and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 47 years, John H. Fowler, Sr.; and her five siblings, Earl Hall, Robert Hall, Florene Hallmark, Joe Hall, and Roger Hall.

Pallbearers will be Kevin Miller, Jimmy Hall, Kenny Hall, Scott Cooper, Chris Allred, and Steve Barnett.

Visitation will be from noon until 1:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

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07/03/2025

Barbara Jean Flanagan Spencer, 94, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Barbara was born in McCool, MS on December 25, 1930 to the late Stephen Noel Flanagan, Sr. and Gervis Vanlandingham Flanagan. She was a graduate of Holmes High School and married Jack Spencer on March 13, 1951. Barbara was a devoted wife, mother and homemaker. She was an avid sports fan. Barbara's family remembers many trips watching Jackie play baseball, going to many Cardinal's games and trips to Oxford to watch Ole Miss. She also enjoyed watching sports on TV. Barbara was also an accomplished tennis player. She loved to collect ceramic birds and passed many afternoons by, watching her hummingbirds come to her feeders. A great cook, Barbara could always make just enough food to keep from having left overs. She dearly loved her family, especially her being with her grandchildren whom affectionately called her Dah. Barbara was the epitome of a matriarch of her family. She was a member of Aberdeen First United Methodist Church.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Jeanne Spencer Kosac, Marietta, GA; son, Jackie Spencer (Teresa), Amory; grandchildren, Trey Spencer (Kellie), Amory, Anthony Kosac (Susanna), Atlanta, Brett Spencer (Lesley), Amory and Spencer Kosac, Atlanta; great grandchildren, J.D. Spencer, Case Spencer, Reid Spencer, Jack Kosac, Maggie Beth Spencer and Gray Kosac arriving July of 2025; several nieces and nephews; special friends and caregivers, Diana Powell and Gertrude Brandon.

In addition to her parents and husband, Barbara is preceded in death by a brother, Stephen Noel Flanagan, Jr; special friend and caregiver, Dorothy "Dot" Mae Jones.

Funeral Services will be held at 3 PM on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Tisdale Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Aberdeen with Rev. David Harrell officiating. Burial will follow in Odd Fellows Rest Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robbie Doss, Charlie Llewellyn, Mike Bunch, Lynn West, Bill Jurney and Bob Scott. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Riddle, Sampson Everette and Lamar Pruitt.

Barbara's family would also like to thank the staff Garden Suites Assisted Living and Caitlin Lacy of Legacy Hospice for the care and love shown to Barbara and the Spencer family.

Visitation will be prior to the service on Saturday from 2 PM until 2:45 PM.

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06/25/2025

Shannon- William "Billy" Earl Hanna, Jr., 71, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at his residence in Shannon. He was born on July 8, 1953 to parents William Earl Hanna, Sr. and Dereatha (Ricks) Hanna in Hemingway, South Carolina. He lived most of his life in the Shannon area. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He had worked as an industrial supervisor, business owner and farmer. He was of the Baptist faith. Billy enjoyed hunting, working in the fields and riding his tractors and lawn mower. He loved his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren.

The family will have a Memorial Service at The Sycamore in Tupelo on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 4pm until 5:30pm. Mr. Hanna's friends and family are welcomed.

He is survived by one daughter, Tonya Self (Rusty), one son, Billy Hanna (Megan), 9 grandchildren, Glenda Self, Kelsey Brookes (Cody), Jesse Timms (Trenton), George Self (Gracie), Dalton Hanna (Aubrie), Brayden, Briley and Emily Hanna, Logan Canery; 9 great grandchildren, 5 siblings, David, Yvonne, Donna, Gail, Joyce, Rose and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Lou Hanna, one son, Nathan Yeager, and one sister, Karen Hanna.

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06/24/2025

Terry Glenn Witcher, 71, passed away on June 20, 2025. He was born in Tupelo on October 15, 1953 James Reed Witcher and Kathryne Tackitt Witcher. Terry worked as an over the road truck driver and was of the Baptist faith. He also served in the United States Marine Corps. In his free time he enjoyed working on cars, selling tires, playing guitar and boating. A man of quick wit, Terry always loved to have the last word.

Terry is survived by his mother, Kathryne Tackitt Witcher; daughters, Michelle Hunt and Melissa Brandon; sons, Charlie Sutherland (Susie), Chad Witcher, Terry Witcher, Jr. (Amanda) and Timothy Witcher; brothers, Randy Witcher (Tammie) and Tony Witcher; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews.

Terry is preceded in death by his father, James Witcher; nephew, Matthew Witcher.

Funeral Services will be held at 3 PM on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Tisdale Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Nettleton with Bro. Kerry Nelson officiating. Burial will follow in Jones Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chad Witcher, Terry "Jr." Witcher, Jason Witcher, David Witcher, Lee Witcher and Andy Witcher. Honorary pallbearers will be Timothy Witcher, James Braden Hunt, Garrett Witcher, Tyler Witcher, Allen Taylor and Bodie "Bo" Witcher.

Visitation will be prior to the service on Sunday from 1-3 PM.

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06/21/2025

Nellie Ruth Adams Jenkins, 91, passed away on June 20, 2025 at NMMC in Tupelo. She was born in Aberdeen on March 18, 1934 to the late Reuben and Fannie Pickens Adams. Nellie was a homemaker and enjoyed playing Bingo with her friends. She looked forward to being around others. She attended Grace Chapel Baptist Church.

Nellie is survived by her grandsons, Tim Corbell (Kathy), Amory and Jamie Corbell, Aberdeen; sister, Diane Bowen; great grandchildren, Staci Corbell and MacKenzie Corbell;; great great grandchildren, Adah, Jenna, Kellan, Kylee, Kloee, Karlee and Kaleb; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughters, Geneva Capps and Gail Brewer; grandson, Jonathan Capps; 3 brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 3 PM on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Tisdale Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Aberdeen with Bro. Robert Fowlkes officiating. Burial will follow in the New Hope Coontail Cemetery.

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06/11/2025

Shannon- William "Billy" Earl Hanna, Jr., 71, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at his residence in Shannon. He was born on July 8, 1953 to parents William Earl Hanna, Sr. and Dereatha (Ricks) Hanna in Hemingway, South Carolina. He lived most of his life in the Shannon area. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He had worked as a farmer. He was of the Baptist faith. Billy enjoyed hunting, working in the fields and riding his tractors. He loved his family, especially spending time with his grandchildren.

The family will have a Memorial Service at a later date.

He is survived by one daughter, Tonya Self (Rusty), one son, Billy Hanna (Megan), 9 grandchildren, George, Kelsey, Glenda, Jesse, Logan, Dalton, Emily, Brayden, Briley and 9 great grandchildren, 5 siblings, David, Yvonne, Donna, Gail, Joyce, Rose and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Lou Hanna, one son, Nathan Yeager, and one sister, Karen Hanna.

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06/11/2025

Mr. Robert Nelson "Bob" Stockton, 91, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at North Mississippi Medical Center-Gilmore in Amory surrounded by his family. He was born on April 7, 1934 in Amory, MS to Orville (Boonie) Nelson Stockton and Ruby Mathews Stockton. After graduating from Amory High School, he attended Mississippi State University. He temporarily withdrew from college as he enlisted in the US Army where he served in Germany for two years. After his service to our country, he returned to MSU to finish his degree in Industrial Engineering. In 1958, he married the love of his life Emma Lann. They were married for 67 beautiful years. Bob started his career at NASA in Huntsville, AL. He later moved to Aberdeen where he worked for Walker Manufacturing. In 1965, inspired by a vision of his father-in-law, Walter Lann Sr., he identified a need in the community for quality cleaning supplies in businesses. From that realization, Lann Chemical and Supply Co. was born. Bob instilled in his employees to serve with respect and always be truthful. If you worked for him, you were a part of his family. To this day his legacy lives on through his son-in-law, granddaughter and grandson. They continue to keep the spirit of family, dedication and service alive.

Bob was known as a successful business man. He was know by his friends and family for so much more. He was devoted to his wife and two daughters being the best husband and father. As his family grew, his grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy. They always had a special place in his heart. He never wanted to miss an opportunity to watch their sporting events, pageants or programs.

He led a life of service to others and the community. He was a long time member of St. Mark Methodist Church where he served on boards and as a Sunday School teacher. Bob will always be remembered for his kindness and service to others. Nothing brought him more joy than helping others. No matter who you were, he would ask, "What can I do to help you"? His energy and willingness to help others was unending.

He is survived by his wife, Emma, his daughter, Laura Stockton Gaskin (Steve), granddaughter, Rachel Alsup (Justin), grandson, Jason Gaskin (Amanda) as well as 6 great-grandchildren, Presley, Elliott, Gavin and Estelle Gaskin and Hayden and Kinsley Alsup.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Melissa Ann Stockton, his sister, Anna Lynn Stockton and his grandson Matthew Lann Gaskin.

The family would like to express special thanks to his wonderful caregivers who have cared for him with love and kindness: Linnie Stone, Tori Romich, Patty Griffin, Deborah Wilkerson, Nancy Tubb, Alexis Morris, Kathy Corbell, Sandra Coburn, Brenda Holiday, Patsy Paker, Lindy Paker and Lillian Washington.

Pallbearers will be Walter Lann III, David Loftin, Christopher Loftin, Mark Brooks, Randy Ferguson and Chris Baker.

Funeral services will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday, June 13, 2025 at Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Aberdeen. Burial will follow in Oddfellows Rest Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 2:30 until the service hour on Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Gideon's International, MORA's Matthew Gaskin Scholarship Fund or St Jude's Children's Research Hospital.

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