Roberts & Sons Mortuary

11/21/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Mississippi Funeral Directors Association

Holiday Notice: The MFDA office will be closed November 24–28 in observance of Thanksgiving. We’ll reopen the next business day and follow up on any messages once we return.

As we enter this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to recognize the dedication and compassion of funeral service professionals across Mississippi. Your steady presence, care for families, and commitment to honoring loved ones make a profound impact in every community you serve.

This Thanksgiving, we hope you are able to slow down, enjoy time with the people who mean the most, and find moments of rest and reflection.

From all of us at MFDA, we wish you a peaceful, warm, and meaningful holiday. 🧡

11/21/2025

11/18/2025

View MR. PERCY APPLEWHITE's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

11/18/2025

“Rooted in the Land; Shepherd of His Community”

Percy Applewhite was born on Friday, October 25, 1935, to the late Henry and Mary (Jordan) Applewhite. He was the eleventh of seventeen children and grew up deeply rooted in faith, family, and community.

At an early age, Percy joined B...

View MR. PERCY APPLEWHITE's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

11/18/2025

PV1 JERRY DUREN, UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE PASSED AWAY ON NOVEMBER 13, 2025, AT HIS RESIDENCE. ONLINE CONDOLENCES MAY BE EXPRESSED TO THE FAMILY AT

Plan ahead and honor your loved ones with our comprehensive burial, cremation, and funeral services, ensuring a respectful and memorable farewell.

11/18/2025

Funeral Arrangements for the late GMG1 Larry Williams Herron, United States Navy Retired are forthcoming by Roberts & Sons Mortuary. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at

Plan ahead and honor your loved ones with our comprehensive burial, cremation, and funeral services, ensuring a respectful and memorable farewell.