Mims Mitchell Colonial Chapel Funeral Home

04/07/2026

Lora Mae Gilbert
(01/31/1928 – 4/05/2026)

Lora Mae Gilbert, of Lemon, MS went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 5, 2026. She was born January 31, 1928 in Lemon, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 10:00am until 11:00am at Goodwater Baptist Church in Lemon, MS. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 11:00am at Goodwater Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Goodwater Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. Jerry Hamilton and Bro. Mike Walker will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401

Mrs. Gilbert loved the outdoors, particularly quilting, gardening, and animals. She was a member of Goodwater Baptist Church in Lemon, MS. She enjoyed going on trips with her husband in his 18 -wheeler. Her family and friends will miss her greatly.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Watson Jr. Gilbert; sons, Jerry Kenneth Gilbert and Jackie Dale Gilbert; daughter, Rita Babb; father, William Cleveland Peevey; mother, Bertha Vergiebelle Ashely Peevey; sisters, Laura Elizabeth Gaskin and Myrtle Smith; brother, Walter Peevey.

Survivors include her daughters, Bobbie Johnson, Patsy Waller (Terry), Wanda Clark; sons, David Gilbert and Clayton Clark; grandchildren, Robert Johnson, Tammy Phillips, Tiffany Gilbert, Jerry Cook, Brandi Grider, Tosha May, Saint Stewart, Ricky Gilbert, Crystal Liner, Stacey Jo, Michael Liner, Bradley Gilbert, Jarrett Gilbert, and Christopher Liner; and a host great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and other family members.

Pallbearers will be Bradley Gilbert, Jarrett Gilbert, Jerry Cook, Chris Cook, Jacob Cook, and Ricky Gilbert.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

04/06/2026

Betty Sue Tanner Hamilton, lovingly known to many as “Maw Betty”, 90 of Mize, MS, passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Forest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS, surrounded by love ones. She lived a long life marked by strength, resilience, and deep love for her family.

Maw Betty was the kind of woman people leaned on. Throughout her life she faced many challenges, but she met them with determination and fighting spirit that defined who she was. She devoted her life to her family, raising her children and playing a special role in the lives of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and even great-great-grandchildren.

She found joy in the simple things in life. Maw Betty loved fishing, spending time in her garden, and relaxing with her favorite soap operas. She was known for being both deeply loving and a little spicy, never afraid to speak her mind. Her strength, humor, and unwavering love will forever be remembered by those who knew her.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 2:00 pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Burial will follow in Calvary Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Mize. Bro. Joe Metts, Bro. David Hays, and Bro. Larry Dennis, Jr. will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031.

Maw Betty is survived by her sister Frances Ferguson and daughters, Diana (Gayle) Hosey and Deborah (Nathan) Welch.
She leaves behind her beloved grandchildren: Angela Turner, David Hosey, Bo (Charlotte) Cook, Timothy (April) Hosey, Kat (Matt) Green, and Kayla (Aaron) Pettigrew.

Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Joseph (Alex) Turner, Tyler Rayborn, David Eric (Myranda) Hosey, Isaac Turner, Kenzie Cook, Jamie Layton, Matthew Gayle Hosey, Trevor Cook, Lexi Pettigrew, Colin Leftwich, Madelyn Turner, Jaxon Hosey, Abbygail Sue Hosey, and Kason Pettigrew.

She was also blessed with great-great-grandchildren: Aubree Rayborn, Grayson, Sadie, and Carson Hosey.

Maw Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Bertie Rosetta Mayfield Tanner and John Melvin Tanner; her daughter, Judy Carol Allen; her husband, Charley Hamilton, brothers, James Malcom, Wendell, Jessie and Eugene Tanner, sisters Christine Tanner Lumpkin and Patsy Tanner Yarbrough. Son in law Gayle Hosey and great grandchild Ashley Diane Hosey.

Pallbearers are Bo Cook, Isaac Turner, Aaron Pettigrew, Trevor Cook, Timothy Hosey, David Eric Hosey, Charles James, and Colin Leftwich.

Honorary Pallbearer will be David Hosey.

Though Maw Betty may no longer walk physically beside us, the love she planted in her family will continue to grow for generations to come.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

04/03/2026

Kenneth King Shows, 66 of Mendenhall, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at his residence. He was born on November 1, 1959, in Mendenhall, Mississippi.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 11:00 am at Everett Cemetery in White Oak. Minsters Kevin Halle and Abby Ades will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401.

Mr. Shows, a graduate of Southern Miss was passionate about rooting for the Golden Eagles and had a deep love for Blues music. He valued faith and family, enjoyed cooking, and took pleasure in serving others. Above all, he cherished his two grandbabies. Mr. Shows attended Galilee Baptist Church in Mendenhall and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Survivors include his son Landon Shows, grandchildren, Stetson Shows and Charlee Rose Shows; mother, Rose Lott; and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by father, Robert Shows; stepfather, Charles Lott; infant son, Joshua Taylor Shows; maternal grandparents, WC and Autrey King; paternal grandparents, Vernon and Winnie Shows.

Pallbearers will be J.D. Barnard, Wayne Folkes, Jay Lofton, Lewis Powell, W.C. King, and David Hyman.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

04/01/2026

Patsy Barker, 88 of Mendenhall, Mississippi passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Simpson General Hospital. She was born on September 18, 1937, in Smith County, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church of Mendenhall. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Mendenhall. Burial will follow in Trinity Methodist Cemetery in Raleigh, Mississippi. Bro. Joe Wiggins will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-4401.

She had an antique store in Mendenhall for 30 years, She loved antique auctions, loved working in her flower beds, and her yard was beautiful. She was a wonderful decorator. She loved all children, especially hers. She was kind and generous to a fault.

She is preceded in death by grandson, Joseph Anthony Barker, parents, Henry M Boykin and Gladys B. Boykin.

She is survived by her son, Tony Barker (Elizabeth); daughter, Virginia Barker Case (Jerry); granddaughter, Carris Adeline Case; grandson, Houston Alexander Case (Jessie); great- grandchildren called her GG are Hayden, Olivia, Mila, Gemma Barker, and Baylor Lynn Case.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

03/31/2026

Willie Joy Rachel, 95 of Carthage, Mississippi passed away Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Trend Health &Rehab of Carthage.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026 at 11:00 am at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery in Magee, Mississippi . Bro. T.J. Porter will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031.

Mrs. Rachel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who loved and trusted her Lord.

Survivors include her daughter, Wanda Eure (Buddy); granddaughter, Rachel Michelle Hisaw (Neal); and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by husband, Wayne C. Rachel, parents, Harvey and Lula Amason; sisters, Wonza McAplin, Lois Kennedy, Christine Blackwell, Bonny Faye McAlpin, and Jean Netherland; brothers, Howard Amason, JD Amason, Jearl Amason, and Donald Ray Amason.

Pallbearers will be Mike Kennedy, John Amason, Steve Blackwell, Randal Amason, Stacy Amason, and Jeffery Netherland.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Randy Rachel, Ronnie Rawson, Ricky Rawson, and Neal Hisaw.

An online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

03/30/2026

Sarah “Mildred” Creason Andrews received her eternal rest and heavenly home on Saturday, March 28, 2026. She was surrounded by family as she passed peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at New Zion Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held after visitation at 2:00 pm. Bro. Andy Delancy and Larry Creason will officiate the ceremony. Mildred’s grandsons will serve as pallbearers. She will be laid to rest at New Zion Cemetery. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is coordinating arrangements.

Born November 21,1934 in Harrisville, MS, Mildred was one of 10 children to Sam Creason and Birdie Hedgepeth Creason. She is a graduate of Harrisville High School. She was a faithful member of New Zion Baptist Church and had a love for sewing, quilting and antiques.

Mildred married her childhood sweetheart Joe E Andrews, Sr. on April 4,1953 where they eventually settled on Andrews Road leaving a legacy of a marriage filled with love, trust and respect.
Mildred began her working career as a long-distance operator for Bell South in Jackson, MS. She later worked at Universal in Mendenhall. While at Universal, Mildred became the secretary of the IBEW moving to the administration offices. She then won and proudly served in the office of President for the IBEW. Mildred served as the office manager for Andrews Appliance Service for 6 years. Her final career move was as a tax preparer where she served her many clients for over 20 years. During this time, Mildred was instrumental in organizing the New Zion Neighborhood Watch.

Mildred was a precious wife, mother and friend. She loved her family and took great pride in each of them, especially the grandchildren. You would often witness that pride as she would regale in their accomplishments.

Mildred is preceded in death by her mother, Birdie Hedgepeth Creason; father, Sam Creason, six brothers, and three sisters.

She is survived by her husband of 73 years, Joe E. Andrews, Sr.; daughter, Angela Andrews; sons, Joe E. Andrews, Jr. (Sue); David Andrews (Darlenia); Mark Andrews (Helen); 10 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren and a multitude of nieces and nephews.

An online guestbook may be sign at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

03/26/2026

Jean Billings Taylor, 76, passed away peacefully at home on March 25. She was born April 13, 1949, in Big Creek, Mississippi and spent much of her life surrounded by family, friends, and the community she loved.

Jean enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. She loved to dance, enjoyed music and good company, and at one time spent many hours quilting, creating beautiful pieces that reflected her creativity. Above all, she treasured the time she spent with her family and the memories they made together.

She is survived by her son Sandy “Buzz” Mowdy (Sandara)and her children she shared with her late husband, Claude W. Billings: Rachelle Boone (Jim), Raeann Varner (Gary), and Johns Billings (Margaret); twelve grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

A graveside service will be held at County Line Baptist Church Cemetery on March 27 at 10am.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Christy and Ross Parker and the staff of Arden Hospice for the care and compassion they showed during Jean’s final days.

03/26/2026

Charlotte Lowery Alford, lovingly known as “Grammy,” was born on March 7, 1956, and passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose love for her family and faith in the Lord were the foundations of her life.

A Visitation will be held on Saturday March 28, 2026 at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Magee, 302 8th Ave SW Magee, MS 39111 from 10:00 am until the service at 12:00 pm. Burial will follow in Providence Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. Dexter Truesdell will officiate.

She is survived by her husband, Ralph Alford of Mize; her children, Clay (Jessica) Thornton of Mount Olive, and Michael Jason (Swazilyn) Washington of Laurel, Bubba Alford of Mize, Angela (Brad) Scholz of Brandon; grandchildren, Sarah Kate (Blaze) Gibbs of Brandon, Preston (Theresa) Scholz of Atoka, Tennessee, Jessica Scholz of Anoka, Minnesota, Landon Scholz of Oxford, Bradley Scholz and Mallory Scholz, both of Brandon, as well as Raven Pollock, Michael Washington, Swa’mya Washington, and Jayce Washington of Laurel; great-grandchildren, Blaine, Carrington, Sutton Gibbs, Ryder Scholz, Fallon Ewals, Owen Scholz, Chase and Royalty Sheffield; siblings, Joyce (Harold) Easterling, Joe (Cindy) Lowery, and Donnie (Mary) Lowery, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William Clayton Lowery and Orpha Craft Lowery; brothers, Randy Lowery, Daniel (Patricia) Lowery, and Paul Lowery.

Charlotte loved her family fiercely and cherished her friends. She had a true gift for cooking and found joy in feeding those she loved. Sewing and crafting were among her favorite pastimes, and she made many quilts over the years, each one stitched with love and destined to be treasured by those lucky enough to receive one.

She delighted in the simple pleasures of life: the color purple, sunflowers, quilts, a good cup of coffee, autumn days, oysters, Clay Dirt’s chicken, and the beauty of sunrises and sunsets. She had a fond place in her heart for animals, chickens, pigs, and especially cats, which she liked in the house and out of the house.

Charlotte’s gentle spirit, caring heart, and unwavering love will remain forever in the lives of those she touched. Though she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace and reunited with her Heavenly Father.

An online guestbook may be signed at colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

03/21/2026

Jessie Gay “Jake” Stewart Shorter received her eternal reward on Friday, March 20, 2026. Mrs. Jessie passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 22, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at New Zion Baptist Church in Braxton. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 23, at 2:00 P.M. at New Zion Baptist Church. Bro. Jimmy Errington and Bro. John Gordan will officiate the ceremony. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is coordinating arrangements. (601) 847-4401

Jessie was born on August 27, 1934, in Smith County to Barney Eaton Stewart and Cordy Tuggle Stewart. Graduate of Magee High School, Jessie went onto spend a career in administration, bulk of which was spent at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi, where she eventually retired.

Jessie met and married her husband of 61 years, G.W. Shorter on May 30, 1959, and they settled on Shorter family land in the New Zion Community, where they raised their three daughters. A member of New Zion Baptist Church, Jessie became a pillar of the community through her service and love of music. Her signature alto voice could be heard throughout the church during song services and was often requested for specials. She remained devoted to her faith and was often found studying her Bible, even during her final months.

Surrounded by friends throughout their lives, Jessie and G.W. were founding members of the “Creeper Crawlers” and often traveled together, played card games together, and truly did life together.

Jessie is preceded in death by her husband, G.W. Shorter; mother, Cordy Tuggle Stewart; father, Barney Eaton Stewart; brother, Grady Harold Stewart; sisters, Jewel Roberts Ward, Joy Catherine Stewart, Shirley Mae Thames; sister-in-law, Glendola Shorter Kennedy; and grandson, Zachary Neal Martin.

Survivors include her daughter, Suzan (Neal) Martin; daughter, Denise (Tim) Shows; daughter, Patti (Chris) Patton; grandchildren, Jessica (Tyler) Ordway, Elizabeth (Garrett) Brandon, Matthew (Lindsey) Shows, and Jennifer Shows; 6 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Jessie Shorter will be laid to eternal rest in the family cemetery at New Zion Baptist Church in Braxton, Mississippi.

Online guestbook may be signed at www.colonialchapelmageemendenhall.com

03/18/2026

Jimmy Eugene Kahn
1950-2026
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 6:00PM until 8:00 PM at Pleasant Hills Mennonite Church in Mize. Funeral services will held on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30 PM at Pleasant Hills Mennonite Church in Mize. Burial will follow in Pleasant Hills Mennonite Church Cemetery.

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