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08/13/2025

Hattie Lou Smith, age 92, of Mendenhall passed away Monday evening, August 11, 2025 at her residence. She was born July 4, 1933, in Simpson County, a daughter of the late Elton Miller Pittman and Olgie Lott Pittman.

Hattie was preceded in death by her husband Willie Frank (1994) and later by husband Hilton Verell (2012), sister Peggy Gibson, and brother James Larue.

She was a member of First Baptist Church in Mendenhall and a homemaker. She was employed in retail for many years and was a volunteer at Simpson General Hospital. A seasoned traveler as a military wife to W.F., she enjoyed many trips to Oklahoma in her later years.

Hattie is survived by two daughters Margie Blake (Bud) of Ada, Oklahoma; Patty Clark (Wade) of Medicine Park, Oklahoma; two grandchildren Cade Clark (Sadie) and Marlee Hale (Chizum); and three great grandchildren Quincy Clark, Zane Hale and Hali Hale.

She leaves many other family members and special friends who will sadly miss her, as will her faithful pet companion, Sassy.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 1:00 pm until the service at 2:00 pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall, 3077 Simpson Hwy 13, Mendenhall, MS. Burial will follow in Mendenhall City Cemetery in Mendenhall, MS. Bro. Chris Garcia and Bro. Paul Cantrell will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401

Pallbearers will be Cade Clark, Chizum Hale, Marc Gibson, David Pittman, Bud Blake, and Wade Clark.

Honorary pallbearers will be Matt Pittman and James Pittman.

Special music will be performed by Marc Gibson and Dianne Gibson.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Chapter or Animal Rescue Organization of your choosing.

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

08/13/2025

Wade Crosland Donnell, 95 of Mendenhall, Mississippi passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025. He was born Sunday, March 30, 1930 in D`Lo, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025 from 10:00 am until the service at 12:00 pm at Mendenhall First Baptist in Mendenhall, Mississippi. Burial will follow in Mendenhall City Cemetery in Mendenhall, Mississippi. Dr. Joe Wiggins will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401

Wade has been a member of First Baptist Church of Mendenhall, Mississippi for many years, serving as a Deacon Board chairman, Sunday School director, and teacher. He was one of the original founders of Simpson Academy, serving as Board chairman for two years. Wade and his wife Mary Gayle were world class travelers, traveling to six continents and visiting fifty countries. Wade graduated from Mendenhall High school in 1947 and from Mississippi State University in 1951. He was a Korean War Veteran serving as a crew chief on an Army helicopter. He retired from the accounting department at CenterPoint Energy in 1992. His lovely wife Mary Gayle, passed away August of 2019. She and her mother owned and operated The Palmyra Dress Shoppe in Mendenhall, Mississippi.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Gayle Hammond Donnell; father, Ed Donnell; mother, Nora Grantham Donnell; four brothers; and six sisters.

He leaves behind his two daughters, China Donnell of Jackson, Mississippi and Sheila Donnell Bryson (Tommy) of Jackson, Mississippi; grandson, Hunter Bryson of Chicago, Illinois; sister, Fay Nell Armstrong of Mendenhall, Mississippi; and a host of nieces, and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

08/11/2025

William H. "Tony" Martin, 77, of Puckett, MS passed away on August 11, 2025.
Born on October 17, 1947 in Crestview, FL, he was the devoted husband to Judy Purvis Martin and a loving father to Nancy Martin, Kay Martin Elliott, and George Martin.

Dad was hard-working and dedicated. He spent his early years working as a railroad engineer for Illinois Central Gulf by night and farmer of soybeans by day. He was known for his ability to run down a moving train and jump on so it would not have to stop for engineer swaps.

Dad joined his brothers in business when they formed the National Pallet Co. in Puckett, MS and was there until retirement.

Despite his many responsibilities, he always made time for his family and passions. Dad loved to hunt but often said "A bad day fishing beats a good day doing much else." His love language was "acts of service." There is not one thing on the planet he could not fix, build, or create. He lived and died by these mottos: "Never pay a man for something you can do yourself" and "Never loan money with the expectation of return, the gift is in the giving."

Dad loved Western movies, a good steak, a cold beer, and most of all his dog Riley. Dad left us with many cherished memories and life lessons. The most cherished gifts that we will forever remember and long to hear are the nicknames he gave us: May Bell, Chump, Beetle, Bud (you know who you are).

He is survived by his wife Judy, his daughters, Nancy and Kay, his son George. His grandchildren Landen and Tucker (George), Will, Kaitlyn, and Ethan (Kay), his siblings Dan Martin, Woody Martin, Anna Charlton, Velma Cochrane, Corrine Kirkendall, as well as many friends who will miss him dearly.

We find comfort in knowing that Dad's legacy lives on through the lessons he taught us, the love he shared, and the memories we will cherish forever

In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Mississippi Animal Rescue at 5221 Greenway Dr. Jackson, MS 39204 – 601-969-1631 or to the Cure Alzheimer’s Fund at curealz.org

To end this properly, we have to add the sentiment he spoke every night before he fell asleep: "Goodnight, cruel world."

08/11/2025

Minnie Ruth Bryant Delk, 94 was born Friday, October 10, 1930, in Smith County, Mississippi. She passed peacefully into heaven with her family by her side on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She joined her mother, grandmother, and her precious granddaughter, Cyndi, who she saw waiting for her at the gates of Heaven.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 11:00 am at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery in Raleigh, MS. Bro. Jeff Martin and Bro. Rich Ables will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Taylorsville is in charge of arrangements. 601-785-6564

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Jim Delk and Harvey Delk; brothers, A. L. Bryant and Homer Bryant; granddaughter, Cyndi Rushing; son-in-law, Danny Russum; daughter-in-law, Terri Delk; grandson-in-law, Robert D. Smith.

Survivors include her son, Bill Delk of Moss Point, MS; daughters, Shelia Dianne Russum of Purvis, MS, Angela Faye Martin (Jeff) of Mize, MS, Denise Smith (Danny) and Debbie Rushing (Randy) of Moss Point, MS; grandchildren, Christine Brown, Russ Russum, Tricia Yawn, Robert Garner, Delk Smith, Sherri Smith, Jessi Marshall, Angie Godfrey and Brooks Delk; 21 great grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Russ Russum, Robert Garner, Delk Smith, Brooks Delk, Trey Smith, Cameron Knotts, William Delk, and Carter Smith.

Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Ainsworth, Will Knotts, Clayton Smith, Trevor Delk, Owen Godfrey, Max Godfrey, Colton Delk, Logan Marshall, Tristan Yawn, Lane Marshall, Corben Godfrey, and Caden Godfrey.

Special music will be performed by Wayne Delk.

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

08/08/2025

Laura “Lori" Elline Bounds, was born June 23, 1971 in Bay Springs, MS to Larry "Rock" White and Laura Lee Ainsworth. She finished her four year battle with cancer surrounded by loving family on August 7, 2025.

Lori was known by all for her strong will, her love for others, especially her family, and most of all her grandchildren. Her last days were spent making it clear to everyone that, she would never give up on the ones she loved by fighting her hardest.

Lori was a strong advocate of furthering education. She proved that by attending JCJC, Southern Miss, and William Carey later in life while raising her family. Her passion was teaching which led her to study Elementary and Secondary Education. She would go on to receive her associate’s and bachelor’s and pursue a career in education. During this time she would continue touching and impacting the lives of the children she taught with her immensely compassionate and loving personality. This would continue until her boys left home to pursue their career in the pipeline industry with their father. The mother and wife that she was would not allow for that much time away from her family, so Lori hit the road with them pursued her own career in the pipeline industry w/them where she would become Chad's office manager. Just like her other endeavors she would continue to build meaningful and lasting relationships with all she encountered.

Lori is preceded in death by her son, Devin Chase Bounds; her stepmother, Connie White; her maternal grandparents; Oree and Elline Ainsworth, her paternal grandparents; Pete and Bertha White.

She is survived by her husband, Chad Bounds; sons Jeff Bounds (Julie), Dalton Bounds; her father, Larry "Rock" White; her mother, Laura Lee Ainsworth; her siblings; Krystal Parker, Bret Parker, Jared White(Morgan), and Heath White; grandchildren; Joleigh Bounds, Jase Bounds, and Wade Bounds; along with a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends, all of which she loved and would stop at nothing to help in any way she could.

Pallbearers: Antonio" Munchie" Hamilton, Mason McCarty, Domingo "Junior" Velazquez, Eduardo "Lalo" Mares, Dylan Hollingsworth and Colby Stringer

Honorary Pallbearers: Gabe Horn, Tanner Horn, Cameron Walley, Tyler Boykin, Dalton Denison

Special music will be performed by Pebbel Clark and Mona Blackburn.

Visitation and funeral services will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, 840 Mayfield St. in Taylorsville MS.

Visitation: Saturday 8/9 from 5-8pm

Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Taylorsville is in charge of arrangements. 601-785-6564

Funeral: Sunday 8/10 at 2 pm with graveside to follow at Clear Creek Cemetery.

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

08/08/2025

Did you know that choosing cremation doesn't mean skipping a meaningful funeral service? Many families find comfort in a traditional viewing, visitation, and service before cremation. This allows loved ones to gather, share memories, and say a final goodbye, honoring the life lived in a way that feels right for them. It's about celebrating a life, regardless of the final disposition choice.

08/04/2025

Faye Blair Duke, 78 of Pearl, MS passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025 at her home in Pearl, MS. She was born Friday, August 23, 1946 in Simpson County, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 P.M. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 06, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Mt. Olive, MS. Bro. Trent Sullivan will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of Faye Blair Duke, a devoted wife, beloved mother, cherished grandmother, and proud great-grandmother, who entered into eternal rest on August 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Faye was the heart of our family-a woman of grace, strength, and quiet faith. She was the beloved wife of Don Duke, with whom she shared a life built on love, laughter, and steadfast devotion. She was a loving mother to Jimbo Nowell (Linda) and the late Danny Nowell, raising her sons with compassion, resilience, and deep-rooted values. Faye’s life centered around family, and she made every holiday, every meal, and every moment something special.

Her role as “Mammaw” was one she treasured most. She was a proud grandmother to Taylor Nowell (Lauralee) and Jordan Blair Nowell. She adored Taylor and Lauralee’s Children- her precious great-grandchildren Lola, Warner, and Sylvia- who brought light and joy to her days. Watching her family grow was one of her life’s greatest blessings.

She was preceded in death by her son, Danny Nowell; father, Hollis Blair; mother, Pauline Fortenberry Blair; brother, Will Blair.

Survivors include her husband of thirty-four years, Donald Duke; son, Jimbo Nowell (Linda); grandchildren, Taylor Nowell (Lauralee), Jordan Nowell, Justin Nowell and Dustin Nowell; great grandchildren, Lola Nowell, Warner Nowell and Sylvia Nowell; and a host of nieces and nephews and other family members.

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

07/31/2025

Patricia Ann Hardin, 81 of Raleigh, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the Mississippi Care Center of Raleigh. She was born Thursday, November 11, 1943 in Jones County, Mississippi.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home in Raleigh, Mississippi. A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 1 at 11:30 am at Unity Methodist Church Cemetery on Highway 37 in Center Ridge, Mississippi. Bro. Alex Craft will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031

She was preceded in death by her husband, McOyd Hardin; father, Jessie James; mother, Mirl Ellzy James; and grandchild, Harlie Oswalt.

Survivors include her sons, Billy Hardin (Robin) of Raleigh and Steve Hardin (Jennifer) of Raleigh; daughters, Debra Hardin Oswalt (Adrian) of Sardis and Michelle Hardin Bufkin (Anthony) of Stringer; sister, Nell Grammer (Jimmy); grandchildren, Matthew Hardin (Denise), Korey Hardin (Gloria), Chandler Blackledge (Jared), Morgan Tartera (Andy), Dylan Gilmore (Victoria), Angus Oswalt (Jan), Destany Harris (Wesley), Benjamin Bennison, Trevor Bufkin (Tabatha) and Tristan Bufkin; great grandchildren, Ryan Hardin, Avery Caroline Hardin, Ava Leigh Hardin, Paxton Blackledge, Mason Blackledge, Aurora Tartera, Jax Stell, Audrey Gilmore, Brooks Gilmore, Mallorie Oswalt, Marlee Oswalt, Melody Oswalt, Brayden Oswalt, Cruze Harris, Lauralee Harris, Cohen Harris and Elijah Bufkin; nieces, Nanette Simmons, Melissa Andrews, and Laura Barr.

Pallbearers will be Matthew Hardin, Korey Hardin, Dylan Gilmore, Tristan Bufkin, Adrian Oswalt, and Tony Simmons.

The family would like to say a special thank you to the staff and caregivers at Mississippi Care Center of Raleigh and Gentiva Hospice, for the wonderful care provided to their mother.

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

07/30/2025

Patsy Grubbs Morris, 89 of Richland, MS went home to be with the Lord on July 29th, 2025.

She was born on November 26, 1935 in Simpson County, MS, to Jim Henry and Katie Mae Grubbs. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend.

She retired in 2003 from the VA hospital after serving as a Nursing Assistant for 37 years of caring for our service members. She was a natural caregiver and loved with her whole heart.

Patsy accepted everyone she met unconditionally. She loved to travel and go fishing, but most of all, Patsy's favorite place to be was in her kitchen with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim Henry Grubbs & Katie Mae Williamson Grubbs; Sister, Beulah Frances Taylor; Brothers, Howard Nelson Grubbs &Ralph Colon Grubbs, all of Simpson County, MS.

She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Sydney Doyle Morris of Richland; Daughters, Sharon Kate Leland of Richland, Karen Leland Pittman (Larry) of Florence, and Cynthia Morris of Mendenhall; Son, Randi Morris (Angela) of Seymour, TN; sister-in-law, Edna Watts of Leesburg; Grandsons, Tommy Pittman of Evanston, IL; Ronnie Martin of Los Angeles, CA; Granddaughter, Laci Martin of Mendenhall; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins and her beloved best friend, Mrs Ora Gibbs of Jackson.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall in 3077 Simpson Hwy 13, Mendenhall, MS. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 02, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall in Mendenhall, MS. Burial will follow in Grubbs Cemetery in Mendenhall, MS. Bro Michael Grubbs and Bro Bob Smith will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mendenhall is in charge of arrangements. 601-847-4401

Pallbearers will be Charles Harris Watts, Ricky Watts, Glynn Babb, Andy Taylor, Josh Taylor, and Chris Taylor.

Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Pittman.

Special music will be performed by Tommy Pittman.

An online guestbook may be signed at

07/28/2025

Judy Clarice Thornton, 74 of Mize, MS went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 28, 2025. She was born Monday, January 8, 1951 in Magee, MS.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 10:00 am until the service at 12:00 pm at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee, 302 Eighth Ave SW, Magee, MS. Burial will follow in Fairmont Waco Cemetery in Mize, MS. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kemmis Wayne Thornton, Sr.; father, Edward Luckey; mother, Ruth Lowery Luckey; and grandchild, Christopher Rivas.

Survivors include her son, Kemmis Wayne Thornton, Jr. (Grace); daughter, Kim Thornton Rivas (Michael); grandchildren, Kellie Renee Meadows (Justin), Gracelyn Embry Thornton, Lacey Rivas and Victoria Rivas; great grandchildren, Levi Sullivan, Hunter Meadows, Ripp Meadows, Kaylee Eubanks and Brantley Eubanks; brother, Kent Luckey; sister, Shirley Smith; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family.

Pallbearers will be Justin Meadows, Jon Meadows, Kent Luckey, John Smith, and Bob Booth.

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

07/28/2025

Mary Beatrice “Bea” Lewis, 93 of Magee, MS gained her angel wings on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at her residence in Magee, MS. She was born Sunday, September 20, 1931 in Simpson County, MS.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee, 302 Eighth Ave SW, Magee, MS with a graveside service to follow at Magee City Cemetery in Magee, MS. Ken Looney will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031

BB loved her family and she was loved by her family. She loved Magee. Knew everyone and kept up with everyone. She loved to garden and work in her yard even at the age of 90. She loved the Lord and was a member of Goodwater Baptist Church.

Bea entered the world of work in sales and what a good salesperson she was.

Dr. Charles Pruitt was her attending physician. She loved him. When she could, she would take a coconut cake and a caramel cake. Bea will be remembered for many things, including her delicious caramel cake.

Cathy Brown and Elizabeth Luckey Tadlock took care of BB so she could stay home. Bea and her family were so happy she could spend her final days at home with such good care.

She was preceded in death by her former husband, J B Lewis; infant son, J B Lewis, Jr.; infant daughter, Brenda Gail Lewis; father, Louie David Lucky; mother, Irene Gregory Lucky; brothers, L P "Prent" Lucky and Paul B "Pete" Lucky; sister, Louise "Lou" Lucky Ates; special friend, John Cambron.

Survivors include her sons, Lynn Lewis of Mendenhall, MS and Bruce Lewis (Pam) of Magee, MS; daughter, Paula Lewis Looney (Ken) of Madison, MS; sister, Vera Lucky Robinson; grandchildren, Logan Lewis Hand (Chad), Morgan Lewis (Shelly), Leslie Lewis Barry (Dennis), Lundon Lewis Warren (Tommy), Jennifer Lewis Ravenstein (Corey) and Justin Lewis (Kiley); great grandchildren, Kacie, Matthew, Gavin, Addison, Emory, Sage, Lalea Grace, Lance, Macie, Madison, Addison, Kennedy, Maddox, Swayze; and great great grandchildren; Tyler, Annabelle, Arthur, Aleah and Matthew.

Pallbearers will be Gavin, Kacie, Matthew, Sage, Justin, and Stuart Welch.

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

07/26/2025

James Clinton Rutland, 78 of Collins, MS passed away Friday, July 25, 2025 at his home in Collins, MS. He was born Sunday, July 13, 1947 in Simpson County, Mississippi.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025 from 9:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church at 1385 William Warren Rd Collins, MS. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church in Collins, MS. Burial will follow in Blakely Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Collins, MS. Bro. Stephen Bush will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Magee is in charge of arrangements. 601-849-5031

James was the owner of Rutland TV Service. He was a dedicated technology technician. He was known fondly as The TV Man. He served the community faithfully for over 55 years and was loved and respected by all who knew him. He was a faithful loving father and grandfather. He was an avid music lover and a fantastic fiddle player. When he wasn’t fixing TV’s or playing music he spent his time farming and working in the garden he enjoyed so much. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jesse P Rutland; mother, Emogene Duff Rutland; brother, Bobby Rutland; sister, Doris Rutland Puckett; uncles, AC Rutland and Gilbert Rutland.

Survivors include his daughters, Mellie Lee Rutland and Amanda Rutland Anderson; grandchildren, Natalie Pace, Aiden Anderson, Adeline Rutland, Asher Anderson, James Parker Rutland and Alaina Anderson; brothers, Jesse Richard Rutland (Martha), David Rutland (Linda); and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Pallbearers will be Davie Joe Rutland, Michael Rutland, Calvin Jordan, Dewayne Rutland, Steve Rutland, John Thoms, Aiden Anderson, and Ty Rutland.

Honorary pallbearers will be James Parker Rutland, Asher Anderson, and Jesse Runnels

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the missionary fund of Triune Church in India, contact Springhill Baptist Church, Linda Dalton 601-672-1260 and Bro. Stephen Bush 601-498-7112

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

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