Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home

01/02/2026

Renvah Means Johnson James, 87, of Conway, AR (formerly of Brandon), passed away on December 31, 2025, while surrounded by her family at home.

Visitation will be held from 5:00pm until 8:00pm, Friday, January 9, 2026, at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl. Funeral services are 1:00pm, Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the funeral home chapel with interment to follow at Floral Hills Memory Gardens.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared by visiting baldwinleepearl.com.

12/31/2025

12/30/2025

Stacy Hamilton, 50, of Pearl, Mississippi entered the gates of heaven on December 28, 2025.

Stacy was born in Jackson, Mississippi on April 13, 1975, to Mr. Robert Ezra Hamilton, Jr. and Mrs. Sarah Kay Regan Hamilton.

Stacy worked in restorative construction for many years. In his free time, he loved working out, keeping up on fitness, watching sitcoms, and relaxing with his dog “BooBoo”. A friend stated that “Stacy always stood up for others and for what was right.”

He is preceded in death by his father, Mr. Ezra Hamilton.

Left to cherish and carry on his memory are his mother, Kay Hamilton; brother, Dr. Rob Hamilton; sister-in-law, Julie Hamilton; nephews, Chase Hamilton, LTJG Dane Hamilton, and Kye Hamilton; and canine BooBoo.

Per Mr. Hamilton’s wishes there will be no services.

12/30/2025

William Richard “Ricky” Smith, 68, of Pearl, Mississippi, entered the gates of heaven on December 24, 2025.

Ricky was born on July 1, 1957, in Philadelphia, Mississippi to Mr. Harry Lee Smith and Mrs. Betty Joyce Chaney Smith. When Ricky was not traveling the highways as a truck driver you could find him watching and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels football team. He also loved fishing in his younger years, and riding motorcycles. The thing he liked most was spending time with family and friends being the life of the party. He also loved to be Santa’s helper at company Christmas parties.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Tommy Smith and Kevin Smith; and nephew, Justin Smith.

Those left to cherish his memory are daughters, Sondra Greene (Nathan) and Lauren Bullock; son, Tryce Smith; grandchildren, Brody Bullock, Jaxon Bullock and Easton Greene; and brother, Tony Smith (Tammy).

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Eastside Baptist Church 3494 Patterson Dr, Pearl, Mississippi on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00am.

12/30/2025

Austin Lawrence Sanford was born January 31, 1934, in Covington County. On December 24, 2025, at the age of 91, surrounded by his family, he passed peacefully from this life to his eternal heavenly home.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home, with a graveside service following at Floral Hills Memory Gardens.

He was a kind, loving husband to his wife, Vivian of 75 years, Daddy to his children and Papaw to his grandchildren.

He worked for Capital Vending Company for 50 years. His co-workers and family gave him the nickname "Smiley" because he always had a smile on his face. If you knew him, you loved him.

He always put God first and was a faithful servant to the Lord and his church. He was a true spiritual leader for his family.

He loved music and playing guitar for his church and with his friends and family that would gather at his home often to play their guitars. His favorite times were spent with his family, on trips, or just at home.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Cresie Sanford, his brothers Carly (Lillian) Sanford, Arie (Dorothy) Sanford, Stanley (Velma) Sanford, Dewey Royce (Evelyn) Sanford, Ruel (Fern) Sanford, sisters Pauline Sanford, Margie (Leland) Lee, Anlois (Bud) Moss, Ruby (James) Craft, and Vonceil (Paul) Butler, daughter in law Carol Sanford, great-great grandson Ledger Scott Sanford and many in laws and cousins that he loved dearly.

He is survived by his loving wife Vivian B. Sanford, sons Eddie Sanford, Todd (Denise) Sanford, daughters Doris Blaine, Pam (Sheldon) Burgess, Andrea (Mack) Shannon, 11 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews that he loved.

The family would like to thank all of their family and friends for their love and prayers during this time, and a special thanks to Baptist Hospice, his nurse Kathy and Billie for their loving care and respect for him.

His nephew, Rev. Roy Craft, of Lakeview Church in Hattiesburg, will officiate the service. Serving as pallbearers are Ryan Sanford, Clint Sanford, Eric Burgess, Seth Shannon, Jarren Sanford and Brennan Dawkins.

12/28/2025

Madelyn Constance (Connie) Tew, 90, of Florence, Mississippi entered the gates of heaven on December 24, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 23, 1935, to the late Hiram and Myrtie Oma Robbins in Sumrall, Mississippi. She graduated from Pearl High School and worked for General Electric in Jackson for many years.

Connie loved her family, especially her feline companions. In her free time, she liked to put together jigsaw puzzles, work crossword puzzles, and read mystery novels. She also loved to binge watch British detective shows. She loved to travel, especially to the ocean and the mountains. She loved music, from jazz and rock to southern gospel. She enjoyed supporting local music in the metro area.

Connie loved to decorate for holidays, especially Halloween and Christmas, and loved making food and desserts to match the occasion. She was happily occupied for hours when a new food magazine arrived in the mail. She enjoyed eating at her favorite restaurants and having the occasional margarita.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Jimmy Robbins and Vernie Robbins.

She is survived by her daughters, Layne Tew and Melissa Honea (Mike); son, Troy Whittington (Becky); her nieces Lorrie Dean (Elton), Jennifer Reed (Brian), Deborah Posey (James); her nephews David Robbins and Steve Robbins; and her precious cats Petey, Sweetie, Ioli and Pudge.

She requested no memorial service, but donations may be made to a charity of your choice or to any local or national animal rescue or animal shelter.

12/27/2025

Jerry Monroe Burt, 84, passed peacefully on the afternoon of December 25, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort. Jerry shared Christmas morning wrapped in the love of his family on earth, and by afternoon, he was held in the presence of Jesus – celebrating the Savior’s birth alongside his heavenly family once more, reunited and at peace for eternity.

He was born on October 10, 1941, to Harvey and Nell Burt in Gallman, MS. His family soon settled in Plain, MS, later known as Richland, MS, where he spent his childhood forming friendships that would last a lifetime. In Richland, Jerry also met and married the love of his life and wife of 56 years, Linda Kaye Burt.

Jerry was a faithful servant of his community and his church. He was saved and baptized at First Baptist Church in Richland, MS at a young age. He later married his wife in this church and witnessed both daughters’ baptisms here. This church was always home to him because of the lasting impact it had on him and his family. In later years, Jerry and Kaye attended First Baptist Church, Jackson. They spent their retirement years in close fellowship and friendship with the members of the choir and their Sunday School class at FBC, Jackson. Jerry also found deep fellowship through his men’s Bible study at the Richland Senior Center and through his cherished Richland ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out).

Jerry was a proud graduate of Mississippi State University and enjoyed a long and dedicated career at Mississippi Power & Light, later known as Entergy, until his retirement in 1997. His coworkers became family to him, as he stayed in touch with many of them throughout the years. He also served his country honorably in the Army Reserve, including service in the Gulf War as Battalion Commander of the 365th Supply and Service Battalion. Jerry carried himself with integrity, duty, and quiet strength – truly an officer and a gentleman in every sense.

His greatest life’s work was loving and caring for his family. He was a devoted husband, an encouraging and present father, and a doting grandfather who cherished every moment spent with those he loved. He most looked forward to family lunches, golf outings, and heartfelt conversations rooted in laughter and love.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Nell Burt; his siblings June Murphy, Joe Burt, and Nelson Burt; and his beloved wife Linda Kaye Burt.

He is survived by his daughters: Miranda Armstrong of Ridgeland, MS and Emily Statham (Jason) of Brandon, MS; and grandchildren: Blakeney Armstrong of Pearl, MS and Zachary Wilmoth of Gainesville, FL.

Jerry leaves behind a family who adored him and friends who will forever carry the gift of his loyalty, humor, and love.

The family will receive friends on Friday, January 2, 2025, from 5:00pm-7:00pm and on Saturday, January 3, 2025, from 1:00pm-2:00pm at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, Mississippi.

A service honoring Jerry’s life will be held on January 3, 2026, at 2:00pm at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, Mississippi, where family and friends will gather to celebrate a man who served deeply, loved faithfully, and gave generously from a sincere heart. Interment will follow at Lakewood Memorial Park on Clinton Blvd in Jackson, Mississippi.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Richland Senior Center In memory of Jerry Burt P.O. Box 180609, Richland, MS 39218.

12/24/2025

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12/23/2025

Louis Alan Roberts, 69, of Pearl, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson.

He was born October 18, 1956, in Natchez, the son of the late Henry Louis Roberts and Betty Inez Parker Roberts. As a teen he was a member of Eagle Scout Troop 168, commanded by Hayward Benton Drane, Jr.

Louis enjoyed a lengthy career in construction and was dedicated to quality in his work. He was proud that he was part of the construction team that built Grand Gulf. Later he served as a forklift operator for Nissan.

Louis treasured time spent with his family, especially watching classic tv and old movies with his daughter. His also enjoyed reading, repairing watches, and tending to his family’s 6 cats.

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Shirley Roberts; daughter, Alanna Roberts; grandson, Johan Louis Mize; sisters, Mary Ann Davis, and Beverly Roberts; nieces and nephews.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared with the Roberts family by visiting baldwinleepeaerl.com.

12/20/2025

Dixie Jean Reynolds Miller was born on January 27, 1931, in Elgin, Kansas, the daughter of Garrett Reynolds and Edna Hinkle Reynolds. She departed this earth on December 19, 2025 in Natchez, Mississippi.

Dixie married her high school sweetheart, Calvin Miller, in 1949. They were blessed with three children, Marla Jo, Jeanie, and Jimmy.

Her husband’s work with Amoco Oil company transferred the family to various places in Mississippi and Louisiana, moving to Natchez in 1968. Upon retirement, Dixie and Cal moved to Brandon, MS.

Dixie was always active in the United Methodist Churches where they lived, especially in Natchez at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church, where she was choir director, and at St. Mark’s UMC in Brandon. At St. Mark’s, she was the music librarian for the choir, sang in the choir and was in the handbell choir, needle pointed some of the cushions at the altar, coordinated food for the Wednesday night suppers with friends, who were all called the “Dixie Chicks”. Other volunteer jobs included driving the church van for Bible School, participating in Young at Heart group, and working in the church nursery. She loved babies, and also babysat in her home for working families. She was compassionate and caring, always there for her family and friends.

Dixie enjoyed knitting and resolved to make every family member and new baby a blanket, whether they wanted it or not. In later years, she took up golf and loved playing with Cal, often times beating him. They also traveled extensively after his retirement.

Dixie is pre-deceased by her husband, Calvin Miller; son, James Calvin Miller; son-in-law, Mike Mooney, and her three siblings. Family members remaining to cherish her memory are daughters Marla Miller Mooney of Centreville, Maryland, Jeanie Lanneau (Bazile Lanneau, Jr.) of Natchez, and grandchildren, Chris Mooney (Katy), Diane Schmidt (Jim), Emily Kostka (Billy), Bill Mooney (Mikelle), Sarah Lanneau (Generoso Garza), Bazile Lanneau III, Ph.D. (Megha Kansra), Justin Miller (Jeannie), Melissa Young (Richard) and daughter-in-law, Cissy Miller Fisher. She was also blessed with 15 great grandchildren.

Services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 400 Grants Ferry Rd, Brandon. Visitation will be from 1:00pm until 1:30pm with funeral services beginning at 1:30pm. Interment will follow in Brandon Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 250 Williams Street NW, Atlanta, Ga. 30303 or the Batson Children’s Hospital, 2500 North State St., Jackson, Ms. 39216, or the charity of your choice.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared by visiting baldwinleepearl.com.

12/17/2025

Debra "Kathy" Kathleen Zebert, 65, formerly of Pearl, Mississippi, ascended to heaven on Thursday, December 11, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born in Hinds County on April 6, 1960, to Thomas Lee Zebert and Tabitha Ann Wynn Zebert, Kathy was a daddy's girl from the start, and her childhood years were spent getting in and out of trouble with her brothers.

Even after moving all the way to Texas and all around the South, she always kept her family in her heart. When she found love and became a mother, she worked through all the challenges she faced with being a good mom first in her heart and mind, and her children always knew the strength of her love. She treasured spending time with them and grandchildren and was endlessly generous with her family and friends.

A brilliant and creative woman, she spent more than thirty-five years in the court reporting industry working to uplift her fellow reporters emotionally, intellectually and legally. In her spare time, she baked delicious treats, crafted beautiful jewelry, painted what made her heart happy, and wrote stories both fiction and real to bring smiles to other people's faces. There was never a dull moment when Kathy was in the room.

Ms. Zebert is preceded in death by her parents.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter; Lauren Tweedy, son; Ali Lahouti (Jenny); grandchildren, Sophia and Michael Lahouti; brothers, Criss Zebert, Jason Zebert (Shelia), and Lee Zebert (Aurora).

The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:00am-11:00am at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, Mississippi. A Celebration of Life Service will be held following in the funeral home chapel.