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04/07/2026

Helen Mixon

Helen Mixon, 78, of Ridgeland, Mississippi, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026, at Highland Home in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Graveside services will be held at10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Parkway Cemetery. Randy Rhodes will officiate the services.

Helen was born on August 3, 1947, Eldridge Eugene Brown and Verna Moxley Brown in Mississippi. She was a homemaker.

Helen is survived by her nephews, James Calvin Hunt, Jr., Stephen Hunt, Christopher Morrow, and Nicholas Morrow.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Eldridge Eugene Brown and Verna Moxley Brown, her husband, Gilbert Mixon, and her daughters, Gina Mixon and Jennifer Mixon.

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04/07/2026

John "Doc" Richard Wynne

John “Doc” Richard Wynne, 89, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026, at Baptist- Attala Hospital. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Unity Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Barry Corbett will officiate the services.

“Doc” was born on February 4, 1937, to Willie Day Wynne and Essie Lee McCorkle Wynne in Franklin, Mississippi. He was an incredible athlete, where he earned All-State honors in football and basketball. He proudly served his country in the US Army as a Specialist First Class. He married the love of his life, Mary, on June 2, 1963. They spent 62 special and wonderful years together building a beautiful family. He was a man of faith and a devout member of First Baptist Church of Kosciusko for over 50 years. “Doc” was a salesman with Proctor and Gamble Company and was an entrepreneur, having several business ventures. “Doc” also was a dedicated MSU Bulldog fan where him and his family were season ticket holders for football and basketball.

“Doc’s” life was defined by his deep love for his family, his strong faith, and the lasting relationships he built throughout his years. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and unwavering support for those he loved. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, especially those closest to him.

“Doc” is survived by his loving wife, Mary Thornton Wynne of Kosciusko, Mississippi, sons, Mike (Becky) Wynne and Greg (Marcy) Wynne of Madison, Mississippi; daughter, Amanda Cagle of Kosciusko, Mississippi; grandchildren, Katherine (Harris) Kirkpatrick of Houston, Texas, Brandon Wynne of Madison, Mississippi, Hayden (Ansley) Cagle of Oxford, Mississippi, Brooklyn Wynne of Madison, Mississippi, John Tucker Wynne of Madison, Mississippi, and Michael Wynne of Madison, Mississippi; great-grandchildren, Beau Thomas Cagle of Oxford, Mississippi, Emerson Kirkpatrick of Houston, Texas, and John Manning Kirkpatrick of Houston, Texas, and Walker Reese Cagle of Oxford, Mississippi.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Wynne and Essie McCorkle Wynne, 3 sisters and 5 brothers.

Serving as pallbearers are Hayden Cagle, Brandon Wynne, Michael Wynne, John Tucker Wynne, Harris Kirkpatrick, and Nick Randall. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Bud Moore, Jimmy Mullen, Jimmy Pruitt, Spence Stork, Donnie Cooper, Gene Powell, Wirt Hayes, and Robert Autry.

Memorials may be made to Diabetes Association https://diabetes.org

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04/04/2026

Sarah Allene Dorsey

Sarah Allene Dorsey, 86, of McCool, MS, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the Choctaw Regional Nursing Center. Visitation will be from 12:00-1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Hopewell Baptist Church. The funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Hopewell Baptist Church with burial in Hopewell Cemetery.

Rev. Phillip Jordan and Rev. Roger Griffith will officiate the services.

Mrs. Dorsey was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church, the Master Gardener Club, and the Dixie-Pan Homemaker Club.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Dorsey; son, Michael Dorsey; parents, Ruben Henry Morgan and Myrtle Black Morgan; and brothers, Grover Morgan and Johnny Morgan.

She is survived by her daughters, Debra (Chris) Stevenson of McCool, MS, and Donna (Tommy) Serio of Kiln, MS; granddaughter, Sarah (Jonathan Massey) Stevenson of Ethel, MS; and sisters, Patty Hatten of McCool, MS, and Martha Ryals of Zama, MS. Others include Kayla Kerr and nieces and nephews.

Those serving as pallbearers will be Chris Stevenson, Tommy Serio, Leon Stevenson, Danny Ryals, Mark Bunn, Ronald Bunn, Brent Morgan and Jonathan Massey.

Memorials may be made to the Hopewell Cemetery Fund, 1246 McCool - Stevenson Road, McCool, MS 39108.

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04/02/2026

Timothy "Tim" Sanders Lawrence

Timothy “Tim” Sanders Lawrence, 67, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was born on January 14, 1959, in Jackson, Mississippi.

Tim grew up in the Nile community, where he developed a deep and lasting love for the outdoors. Though life carried him elsewhere, his heart never strayed far from home. He often returned to tend his garden and work the land he loved, finding peace in the simple beauty of nature.

Tim was a member of South Huntington Street Church of Christ in Kosciusko, Mississippi.

Tim proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for six years as a mechanic, where he was entrusted with overseeing the motor pool. After his military service, he continued his life of hard work by logging and thinning timber. In later years, he found his true calling in antique hardwood floor sales and installation, leaving behind not just floors, but works of art in homes and businesses across Mississippi and beyond.

Known for his remarkable skill and unmatched work ethic, Tim was truly a jack-of-all-trades. No job was too small or too complex. Whether it involved flooring, construction, plumbing, mechanical repairs, or electrical work, he approached every task with pride and precision. More importantly, he was a man people trusted-dependable, honest, and always willing to lend a helping hand.

He is survived by his wife, Clare Lawrence; his children, Bridget Whittemore (Marshall), Brittany Waggener (Stephen); his stepchildren, Jessica Steen (Shannon), Tony Medine (Amanda), Jason Medine (Amanda), and Jenny Taylor (Trey); one sister, Pam Lawrence Eads (Paul); two brothers, Steve Lawrence (Jennifer), and Chris Lawrence (Sally); his grandchildren, Houston Whittemore, Tripp Waggener, John Patrick Waggener; as well as a host of step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and three nephews and two nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Martha Lawrence.

Tim will be remembered as one of the kindest and most genuine souls. He had a gentle spirit and a smile that could light up a room the moment he walked through the door. He lived his life with quiet strength, humility, and an unwavering willingness to help others. To know Tim was to know someone who gave freely of his time, his talents, and his heart.

His legacy is not only found in the beautiful work he leaves behind, but also in the lives he touched and the love he shared. His family will carry forward the values he lived by-hard work, kindness, integrity, and compassion for others.

Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 10, 2026 and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m., Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Parkway Cemetery. Mr. Les Ferguson and Reverend Matt Steed will officiate the services.

Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital https://www.stjude.org

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03/30/2026

Brandon McDonald Sheedy

Brandon McDonald Sheedy, 38, of McCool, Mississippi, passed away March 29, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at McCurtain Creek Cemetery in Choctaw County. Rev. Jim Garner will officiate the services.

Brandon was born on August 3, 1987, to his parents, James Kevin Sheedy and Ellen Martin Sheedy in Mississippi. He worked in construction. Brandon had a love for the outdoors and especially camping, hunting, kayaking, and fishing.

Brandon is survived by his sons, Matthew Haygon Sheedy of Indianola, Mississippi, Brenton Tyler Sheedy of Gluckstadt, Mississippi, Kadon McDonald Sheedy of Mobile, Alabama, and Lawson Cain Sheedy of Carmack community; parents, James and Ellen Sheedy of McCool, Mississippi; brothers, James Kevin (Carrie Peels) Sheedy, Jr. of Jasper, Alabama, Carlton Phillip (Miriam) Sheedy of Hazel Green, Alabama, Joshua Alan (C.J.) Sheedy of McCool, Mississippi; sisters, Jennifer (Mike) Elizabeth Ramage of Winona, Mississippi, and Amanda Kay (T.J.) Hymans of Florence, Alabama; James Mitchell Ramage II and Zacharry Allen Ramage; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles.

He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, A.M. & Barbara Martin, paternal W.C., and Genevieve Sheedy.

Serving as pallbearers are Haygon Sheedy, Mitch Ramage, Phil Sheedy, Josh Sheedy, John Hill, and Shawn Green. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Brenton Sheedy, Mike Green, Richard Moss, Josh Hunt, Zack Ramage, Richard Hudson, and Jamie Sheedy/ Ricky.

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03/23/2026

Frances Helen Turnage

Frances Helen Turnage, age 75, of Decatur, Alabama, passed away on March 19, 2026. Born November 17, 1950, in Denver, Colorado. A Celebration of Life Service will begin Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Decatur Alabama, with Austin Dupper officiating. There will be a Celebration of Life Service in Kosciusko Mississippi on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. She will be laid to rest at Parkway Cemetery, Kosciusko, Mississippi.

Frances is survived by her husband, Neal Turnage; her son, John Turnage; her grandson, Joshua Turnage; and a grandchild expected in six months. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Jewel Carballo of Kosciusko, Mississippi.

Born in Denver, Colorado, Frances’s parents soon moved the family to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Following high school graduation, she attended junior college before entering RN Nursing School at the University of Oklahoma, where she excelled. She later married Neal Turnage in Little Rock, Arkansas. Frances worked in the Pulaski County Medical Division and was soon moved to the state level, eventually being promoted to Head Nurse for communicable disease. Following the birth of her son John in 1984, the family moved to Mississippi.

In Mississippi, Frances developed an interest in teaching, obtained her teaching certificate, and taught grade school for many years. While teaching, she continued her education and completed her master’s degree.

Frances was devoted and loved by family and friends. She was active in church, school programs, and the DAR, where she served as Regent. As her family fondly noted, while many mothers were considered “helicopter moms,” Frances was “like a cobra attack helicopter” when it came to protecting her child and family. Her life was truly a life of service—she loved her Lord and Savior, her family, and the USA. Her greatest disappointment was leaving this world before grandchild number two arrived, yet her love and influence will endure, and her memory will remain a lasting comfort to those who knew her. Her Love will never be replaced.

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03/17/2026

Wava Jean Woods

Our beloved mother, Wava Jean Woods, 79, of Ethel, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her residence. Visitation for friends and family will be held from (immediate family 1:00) 1:30 p.m. to 2: 30 p.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2: 30 p.m., Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Carson Ridge Cemetery. Brad Adcock will officiate the services.

Wava was born on June 4, 1946, to Ezekiel Lee Hampton and Flora Dendy in Arkansas. She left Arkansas to stay with family in Mississippi. Wava worked at Garen, Inc. She helped her husband log. She was a baby sitter, homemaker, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Wava loved sewing and cooking for herself and others. She had a kind heart and donated to March of Dimes. She donated baby quilts, and walker bags to multiple hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. She also gave to teachers needing clothing and supplies for children.

Wava’s hobbies included gardening, sewing, quilting, cooking, and reading. She kept the family supplied with oven baked beef stew, chocolate chip cookies, banana pudding, Million dollar pound cakes, sugar cookies, fudge, and cinnamon rolls. She supplied her son with enough cookies to feed his entire unit while he was overseas. Her daughter’s classroom was often surprised with a sweet snack. She often gave snacks to friends, family, and random acquaintances. Her favorite snacks were vanilla Oreos and Lays chips. That she may have hid in her secret spots occasionally, safe from all. Wava was a member of Oakridge Church of Christ.

Wava was one of the strongest Mississippi Zebras. Her strength and faith will be remembered by her family.

Wava is survived by her husband, James (Ed) Woods of Ethel, Mississippi; daughter, Marylyn (Shawn) Miller of Ethel, Mississippi; son, David (Sandra Diehl) Woods of Ethel, Mississippi; grandchildren, Nikki (Cherie) Nichols, Conner Miller, Lillian (Rodney) Poindexter, Bee (Ash Carroll) Miller, Matthew Woods; great-granddaughter, Alaya McDonald; brother, Ray Hampton; and sisters-in-law, Wanda Hampton, and Joyce Woods.

She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Woods, brother, Bill Hampton, sister-in-law, Sharon, brother-in-law, Arlis Woods, and nephew, Sawyer Armstrong.

Serving as pallbearers are David Woods, Jeff Woods, Stoney Armstrong, Matt Lee, Larry Black, and Mike Johnson. Honorary pallbearers Shawn Miller, Connor Miller, Matthew Woods, Rodney Poindexter, and Novice Adam’s.

Memorials may be made to The ALS Association and Ehlers Danlos Association.

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03/16/2026

Deborah Lishman Spence

Deborah Lishman Spence, age 80, of Kosciusko, MS passed away on March 14, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.

Deborah, born January 31, 1946, to Lexie and Margie Lishman, was a devoted nurse whose life work centered on caring for others. Throughout her career, she was known for her compassion, dedication, and gentle spirit. She brought comfort to countless patients and families, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she encountered.

She had a deep love for animals and a soft heart for every creature she met. Deborah also had a passion for jewelry and found joy in pieces that reflected her vibrant personality.

Above all, she cherished her family. They were her greatest pride, and she loved them fiercely, always offering support, warmth, and unwavering devotion.

Deborah was preceded in death by her parents, Lexie and Marjorie Lishman; her brothers, David and Jerone Lishman; and her nephews, Mark, Perry, and Gregory Lishman.

She is survived by her husband, Jim Spence; her son, Michael Suber (Lorraine) of Albuquerque, New Mexico; her nephew, David (Jillian) Lishman; and a host of great-nieces and great-nephews whom she adored.

Deborah will be remembered for her kindness, her strength, her unmistakable spirit, and the love she gave so freely. Her legacy lives in the many lives she touched, and in her faith, she carried throughout her life.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Parkway Cemetery. Rev. Gary Glazier will officiate the services.

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03/13/2026

Clyde Anderson Doty, Sr.

Clyde Anderson Doty Sr., also known as “Andy”, 88, of McCool, Mississippi, passed away with his loving wife beside him on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Andy was born on October 26, 1937, in Attala County Mississippi, to Lema Burns Doty and Russell Clyde Doty. He served in the United States Air Force for 2 years. He married his high school sweetheart, Rose Ann Simmons Doty on January 21, 1958. When his father died, as the oldest son, he came home from the Air Force to help support his mother with the children remaining at home. He and his wife later moved to the coast where he started as an apprentice at Ingalls Shipbuilding. When he retired from there 20 years later, he was a Supervisor over 3 departments of nuclear submarines. They moved back to McCool MS, and he received a degree from Mississippi State. When the vo tech school opened, he taught machine shop for 17 years. Then, he worked at French Camp Academy in maintenance for 18 years. While there, he built the metal horse arena fence and the metal stairs to the dorms.

Clyde loved gospel music and served as Music Director at several churches through the years as well as a Sunday School teacher.

He was an extremely creative and charismatic person who never met a stranger and would help out wherever the need may be. He was a devoted and loving father of 4 children, 5 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandsons. He was a loyal and affectionate husband to his wife, the love of his life, for more than 68 years.

Clyde is survived by his wife, Rose Ann Simmons Doty, his children, Clyde A. Doty Jr. (Buster), Reagan Doty Pope (Curtis Pope), Lissa Doty Fancher (James Fancher) and Annice Doty Propst (Roger Propst), his grandchildren, who knew him as Big Daddy, Curt Pope (Nevaeh), Abby Atchley (Nick), Jade Smitherman (Tony) and Erica Riser (John Carl), Jessica Pope his great grandchildren, Aiden, Austin, Chip, Emerie Dahl (James), Laya Bryan (Walker) Dylan and great grandsons Waylon and Garrett.

He will be remembered for his good-natured personality, sense of humor and storytelling, his love for his family and the Lord and his incredible ability to think of and create anything. Clyde’s presence will be greatly missed, but because of Jesus, we will see him again!

A private family service was held, and burial was at Parkway Cemetery, Kosciusko, Mississippi.

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03/06/2026

Rachel Ann Odom

Rachel Ann Odom, 45, of McVille, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, March 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Monday, March 9, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home, with funeral services following at 1:00 p.m. in the Jordan Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Jerusalem Cemetery. Rev. Jerry Meggs will officiate the service.

Rachel was born on June 2, 1980, in Mississippi, to Hosie Derwood Pettit and Cynthia Ann Smith Pettit. She worked as a receptionist at Premier Medical Clinic, where she was known for her kind spirit, warm smile, and the genuine care she showed to everyone who walked through the door.

Rachel had a deep love for the water and cherished any chance she had to travel to the beach. Some of her happiest moments were spent listening to the waves, soaking in the sunshine, and making memories with the people she loved most. Above all, Rachel treasured time with her family. Her children were her greatest joy, and she loved them with a fierce and devoted heart.

She leaves behind a legacy of love that will live on through those who knew her best.

Rachel is survived by her beloved husband, Jason Scott Odom of McVille; her sons, George Landon Nail and Matthew Thomas Nail of Kosciusko; her daughter, Madeline Kate Odom of Kosciusko; her father, Hosie Derwood Pettit of Kosciusko; and her sister, Julie Renee Pettit of Winona.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Cynthia Ann Smith Pettit. Serving as pallbearers will be Jason Engle, Tyler Permenter, Ben Pettit, Robbie Pettit, Joey Odom, and Brad Shaffer.

Rachel will be remembered for her gentle heart, her love for her family, and the quiet strength she carried through life.

Online condolences may be shared at www.jordanfuneralhome.com

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03/05/2026

Mary Tom Bevill Harrell

Mary Tom Bevill Harrell, 80, of Durant, Mississippi, went home to be with Jesus on March 5, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle in Columbus. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Brister Cemetery in Durant, Mississippi. Rev. David Cain will officiate the services.

Mary Tom was born on February 12, 1946, in Lexington, Mississippi, to Robert “Buck” Bevill and Rowena Tate Bevill. She was a Respiratory Therapist for over 40 years. She was a member of Pleasant Ridge Church.

Mary Tom is survived by her sons, John (Jennifer) Harrell and Bruce Harrell; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, John “Big John” Harrell, parents, Robert “Buck” Bevill and Rowena Tate Bevill, and brother, Robert “Sonny” Bevill.

Serving as pallbearers are James Harrell, Chris Kyzar, Dustin Harrell, Sammy Harrell, Hugh Moore, and Mitch Kyzar. Servings as honorary pallbearers are Larry Shrader and Zack Kyzer.

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03/02/2026

Bird Biggart

Gary (Bird) Lynn Biggart, 67, of Thomastown, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2026, at his residence. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, March 8, 2026, at Thomastown Cemetery.

“Bird” was born on July 11, 1958, to Jessie Biggart and Lillian Mae Veil in Indianola, Mississippi. He was a logger.

“Bird” is survived by his wife Cheri Davis of Thomastown, Mississippi; son, Benny Biggart of Thomastown, Mississippi; daughters, Brandy Biggart and Danielle Biggart of Thomastown, Mississippi; step-daughters, Corley Clark and Christy Cheek of Kosciusko, Mississippi; 18 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Darrell Biggart and Jessie Biggart; sisters, Shirley Parish, Pat Risher, and Barbara Ware; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie Biggart and Lillian Mae Veil, and brothers.

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