All Obituaries

David “Butch” Crayton was born December 26, 1946 to the late Gatherine Crayton and Henry D. Berry. David was born and raised in New Albany, MS, where he later relocated to Memphis, TN. David professed his hope in Christ at an early age and was an active member of St. Paul Baptist Church in Ecru, MS, and also sang with a gospel group. David later returned to Pontotoc, MS where his three children were born: Angela, Randal, and DeWann.David served his country as a Private and Specialist...

Susie Kaye Conner-Berry was born on June 13, 1954 in Chickasaw/Calhoun County to the late Brown and Olivia Conner. She departed this life on June 28, 2020 at North Mississippi Medical Center, Tupelo, MS. Susie confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. She was a member of Gordan Chapel COGIC. In her late 20s she was baptized in JESUS name and became a member of Greater Emmanuel Temple Holiness Church (Pilgam Ridge) Houlka, MS where she remained faithfully until death. Susie loved...

The Beginning of Life Willie James Harris was born on August 22, 1947 to Willie Bee and Viola Harris in Union County. Willie was the youngest son. He had a brother, Bobby, four sisters, Ruth, Lillie, Belle, and Lula, and a very special niece and cousin Lowanda Wade. A Time to Grow Willie grew up on a farm with his father and mother teaching him to work hard, always offer a helping hand, to be kind, and giving. He enjoyed working and being around people. His most pleasurable sport was...

Larry W. Beard, Jr, 53, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis, TN. Larry Jr. was the first son born on February 15, 1967 to Larry W. Beard, Sr (deceased) and Georgia E. Beard in Memphis, TN. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife Adrienne Lynette Beard, a son Donte' Beard, and a daughter Aaliyah Beard all of Belden, MS, his mother Georgia E. Beard of Memphis, TN, a brother Adrian Beard of Memphis, TN, and a host of relatives and...

On February 9, 1953, Curtis Leon Elzie was born to Willie and Ester Elzie in Pontotoc County. He attended Pontotoc Attendance Center, and loved his classmates. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with family. He had a love for the game of baseball, and was a former Algoma Slugger. He was a faithful member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church where he ushered and supported until his death. Curtis was a former employee of Brookwood Furniture, Pontotoc Pallet, and drove for Buckhorn...

On the evening of May 25, 2020, at Sanctuary Hospice House, Mr. Rodney Theodore Pinson departed his life on earth for his eternal life in Heaven. Rodney was born on January 9, 1954 to Robert Joe Pinson and Anthornette McGaughy Pinson in Pontotoc County, MS. He attended Pontotoc Attendance Center and later worked in construction. Rodney was known for his loving personality. He never met a stranger. He loved everyone he met. He leaves to cherish his memories two older sisters: Carolyn Jackson...

Mrs. Catherine "Cathy" Hoskins was born March 20, 1957 to the late Mrs. Elizabeth Turner Cooper and Mr. Wardell Cooper in Houlka, MS. Cathy accepted Christ at an early age at Second Baptist Church of Houlka. She later joined Gordon Chapel Church of God in Christ, where she remained a faithful member until death. She worked at Shannon Chair Company for several years. She later left and worked at Franklin Chair Company for over seven years until her health began to fail. There...

Lula Mae Berry Hatchett was born April 30, 1924 in Pontotoc County to the late Lula E. and Will Beckham. Lula Mae confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church. Lula was an active member and mother of the church until her death. Lula was a domestic worker for many years while caring for her family. To everyone she knew, she was affectionately known as “Big Momma.” On May 10, 2020, at her home surrounded by family, Lula departed this...

Mrs. Elizabeth T. Cooper (Bell) was born April 20, 1925 to the late Mrs. Lillie F. Hill Turner and Henry Turner in Houlka, Mississippi. Elizabeth accepted Christ at an early age at Second Baptist Church of Houlka, where she remained a faithful member until her illness. She had a passion for cooking, sewing, and singing. She was a loving mother and a very kind lady. She also enjoyed going on vacation with her family. On Saturday, April 25, 2020, at Floyd Dyer Nursing Home, the Lord called...

Minister Charles Edward Guyton departed this life on Monday, April 13, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born to Andy Rans and Leona Guyton, December 8, 1946. He grew up in New Albany, Mississippi and attended B.F. Ford School. He and his family moved to Aurora, Illinois in the early 70’s where he joined and served as a member of the Greater Mount Olive COGIC, under the leadership of the late Bishop William H. Bonner. Returning to Mississippi in the late 80’s, Minister...