Mt. Vernon Chapel

08/05/2025

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Friends and family, please join us in celebrating the life of a beloved member of our community, Debra Little, on 8/5/2025 6:00 PM Central (Chicago). We would love for you to participate in person or virtually as we remember, honor, and celebrate them.

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Thank you for loving Debra Little as much as we do and taking time to honor their life with us.

08/04/2025

Did you know that the U.S Coast Guard has existed since August 4, 1790? A very happy anniversary to the Coast Guard and all the men and women who serve.

08/01/2025

Creative expression is a strong and effective tool when grieving the loss of a loved one. Some people like to journal or paint, but did you know that coloring is also an effective option? Check out this list of 10 adult coloring books focused on grief and loss and decide if coloring might be a good choice for you!

Are you looking for a way to creatively express your grief? Then an adult coloring book focused on grief might be for you. Click for more!

07/28/2025

Debra Little

Mooreville- Debra Lynnette "Debbie" Weathers Little, 67, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at North MS Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. She was born in Gary, IN on May, 26, 1958 to the late William Arlin Weathers and Leona Lee Provins. Debbie moved from Gary, IN to Mississippi when she was 6 and ultimately made Mooreville, MS her home. She loved to read and watch murder mysteries such as Criminal Minds, First 48 Hours, and True Crime. Debbie also enjoyed cooking, playing cards, and coloring. Most of all she loved her family. Debbie found joy in every gathering and cherished moments spent with her loved ones. Her loving nature was evident in her caring for her mother and the special bond she shared with her beloved granddaughter, Madison, and dog, Lily. Debbie will be greatly missed by her family and all of those who knew and loved her.

Debbie is survived by her son, Jason Nathanial Little of Mooreville, MS; daughter, Amanda Tiffany Nicole Little Harville (Jeff) of Saltillo, MS; grandchildren, Emma Little and Willow Hayes of Indianapolis, IN, and Madison Brooke Little of Mooreville, MS; sisters, Vicki Davis (Kerry) of Ecru, MS, Brenda Edge of Saltillo, MS; sister-in-law, Barbara Weathers of Ecru, MS; best friend, Betty Brooks (Bud) of Rienzi, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Arlin Weathers and Leona Lee Provins; brothers, Jerry Weathers, David Weathers, Gary Weathers; sister, Patricia Wallis.

Services will be held at 6PM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Mt. Vernon Chapel with Bro. Kerry Davis officiating. Visitation will be from 5PM until service time on Tuesday August 5, 2025 at Mt. Vernon Chapel. Mt. Vernon Chapel is honored to be assisting the family during this time. Condolences for the family may be left on Debbie's obituary page at mtvernonchapel.com.

07/28/2025

07/25/2025

After the funeral service, many families host a gathering where friends and family can come together to eat, share stories, and fondly remember the person who has died. But did you know that the gathering is also a great opportunity to add personalized touches to a loved one’s final tribute? Click the link to learn more!

Would you like to personalize the gathering following a loved one's funeral service? Check out this informative article for helpful ideas!

07/20/2025

It’s National Ice Cream Day – the most delicious day of the year! Are you a dish person or a cone person? What’s your favorite flavor?

07/19/2025

Elizabeth Heard

Evergreen Community - Elizabeth Shumpert McCurry Heard, 91, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, received her wings on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at North Mississippi Medical Center Inpatient Hospice after an extended illness. She was born to James and Annie Shumpert on April 10, 1934 in Fulton, MS and professed Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. Liz moved to St. Louis, Missouri, and married Qunnie McCurry. With this union, she was blessed with two daughters, Jackie and Gwen, and a son, Robert. At her husband's death, she returned to Mississippi where she later married David Heard, and they built their life together in the Evergreen community. Known as "Liz" or "Lizzy" by those who loved her, she spent her life caring and sacrificing for family and friends. She helped raise many children in her lifetime and leaves her legacy of love in their hearts. She was also a beloved member of her community, where she was quick with a hello, a smile, or a word of encouragement for all she met. Her greatest joy was being "Momma Liz" to her chosen daughter, Malajia.

Left to cherish her memory are daughters, Malajia Shumpert of the home, and Jacqueline Hamilton and Gwendolyn Reed, both of St. Louis, Missouri; son, Robert McCurry of St. Louis, Missouri; sisters, Jimmie Ann Shumpert and Eloise Pannell (Arthur, Sr.) both of Evergreen; a special nephew, Clinton Cowley (Stella) of Evergreen; her treasured little nieces, Tylashia, Maddie and Kinsley; 8 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. She also leaves behind her dear friend, Keena Allen Cayson; and her Shumpert family, Bill and Brenda, and their daughters, Staci, Molly, Susan and Amy. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Qunnie McCurry and David Heard; her parents, James and Annie Shumpert; her brothers, Robert Shumpert, A.J Shumpert, and J.D. Shumpert; and her sisters, Laura Cowley, Maggie Lee and Martha Willis.

Services will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Pine Grove MB Church with Rev. Greg Pegues and Pastor Phillip Blackman officiating. Private burial will follow at Pine Grove MB Church Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11AM until service time Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Pine Grove MB Church. Mt. Vernon Chapel is honored to be assisting the family during this time.

Pallbearers will be Dennis Shumpert, Jason Pannell, Johnny Marion, Willis Shumpert, Avery Cowley, Arthur Pannell, Jr., William Willis, Robert Willis, Orlando Marion, and Maurice Jones. Honorary pallbearers will be Shantez Shumpert, Cortez Shumpert, Calon Shumpert and Jasper Woods. Flowerbearers will be her nieces and friends, Shacara Shumpert, Safira Shumpert, Laken Harris, Jalon Stewart, LaMia Cox, Paris Shumpert, and Gwendolyn McCurry.

Condolences may be left on Elizabeth's obituary page at mtvernonchapel.com.

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07/15/2025

It’s National Give Something Away Day! Whether you give of your time, finances, wisdom, or talents, people will be all the better for your generosity and kindness. What will you give away?

07/14/2025

If you were unable to attend the funeral services or livestream event for Teresa Lomax, we have made the recording available here.

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07/12/2025

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Friends and family, please join us in celebrating the life of a beloved member of our community, Teresa Lomax, on 7/12/2025 12:00 PM Central (Chicago). We would love for you to participate in person or virtually as we remember, honor, and celebrate them.

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Thank you for loving Teresa Lomax as much as we do and taking time to honor their life with us.