Obituaries

Oct 11, 2025

Melvin Lee Thompson, born December 24, 1961, to Mamie

Thompson and Clifton Coleman of Skene, MS. He united with Damascus Baptist Church at an

early age. Melvin departed this earthly life on October 11, 2025. He graduated from Shaw

Highschool (Class of 1979) as Salutatorian and continued through to completion at Alcorn State

University with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. While being an...

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Lucille Floyd was born on March 4, 1935, in Waynesboro, Mississippi, to the late Leonard Hundley Sr. and Pigeon Hundley. On January 13, 1953, she married the love of her life, Lawrence Floyd Jr., and together they built a beautiful family, raising 14 children with love, strength, and grace.

Lucille, affectionately known as “Grams” to her grandchildren and “Momma Floyd” to...

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Aug 19, 2025

Darlena Ann Adcox, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 19, 2025, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Born on June 29, 1964, in Lagrange, Illinois, Darlena was a beacon of love and warmth in the lives of her family and all who knew her.

Darlena dedicated her life to her family, holding them dear to her heart. Her most...

Jul 27, 2025

Born in Pike County, Mississippi, Florine Coney Banks was the cherished daughter of the late William T. Coney and Vera Gardner Coney. As the fifth of seven children, Florine’s life was steeped in warmth, family, and Southern charm. She graduated from Rowan High School in 1965 and later relocated to Chicago, Illinois, where her story with Horace Banks began. They...

Jul 18, 2025

Pamela J. Thorton-Hinton known to many as “Granny Pam” was born April 24, 1955 to Mr. Austin Peter Townes and Della Ruth Thornton-Grayson in Hattiesburg, MS.

Pamela was baptized at Ebenezer Baptist Church at an early age under the leadership of Pastor C.E. Lewis. She attended Hattiesburg Public Schools. She was employed by the University of Southern Miss until 1975 and...

Jul 15, 2025

Born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Eugene Edward Rawls was the fifth of six children to the late Augustine Curry Sr. and the first of two children to the late Mable Lee Rawls. From a young age, Eugene stood out for his inquisitive nature and warm spirit.

Eugene graduated from Hattiesburg High School in 2017, then completed the Project Search Program at the...

Jun 30, 2025

May 31, 2025

Sarah Elizabeth Ainsworth, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on May 31, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born on March 10, 1942, in Florida and lived a life rich with resilience and dedication.

For over a decade, Sarah had a fulfilling career as a pipefitter at Ingalls Shipbuilding, where her technical skills and strong work ethic...

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Baby Alanna Fortenberry was born on July 29, 2024 to Aalayah Fortenberry and Curtis Dickey Jr. Alanna gained her wings on May 20, 2025.

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