All Obituaries

Rita Louise Walker Stacks, 74, of Thyatira, MS passed away June 5, 2023 surrounded by family. She is survived by husband of over 53 years, Anthony D. Stacks; daughter, Shannon Stacks Esque (Michael) of Homosassa, FL; son, Jeff Stacks (Angie) of Centerville, TN; sister, Beverly Smith (Mac) of Centerville, TN; brother, Caswell Walker, Jr. of Centerville, TN and grandchildren, Jesse Stacks, Tyler Stacks, Sadie Stacks, Elliott Esque and Zack Esque. She was preceded in death by her parents,...

Mrs. Mattie Hill was born September 4, 1924 to the late Anderson Wilbourn and Pearline Wilbourn. At 98 years old, she departed this life on June 2, 2023 at her home in Como, MS. Mother Hill developed a personal relationship with God at an early age and was a faithful member of Beulah Baptist Church until God called her home. While she was a faithful member at Beulah Baptist Church, she served on the Mother Board and the Usher Board for approximately 52 years. She was united in holy...

Marie Haven Carlton, 92, of Arkabutla, MS passed away June 1, 2023 at Oxford Health and Rehab. Marie was born September 16, 1930 to Vernon Lee and Wilma Barmer Haven. She had a love for genealogy and research. Marie was a member of the Tate County Genealogical and Historical Society where she was an editor for the Society’s publication, Tate Trails. She was also a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Marie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Frederick...

Charlie Brown, 70, of Strayhorn, MS, a proud veteran, passed away on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023 at Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Charlie served in the United States Army for 11 ½ years. He worked for AIE for 17 years. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Donnie Brown; sons, Jeff Brown (Jackie) of Millington, TN and Jeremy Brown (Amanda) of Arlington, TN; sister, Valerie Henry (David) of Millington, TN; and 5 grandchildren, Savannah Brown, Katelyn Brown, Richard Brown,...

Met by few and loved by all, Haizel Ann Raine Robertson passed away May 27, 2023 at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Baby Haizel was born into this world on April 11, 2023 at Baptist Memorial Women’s Hospital in Memphis, TN. She is survived by her mother, Rebecca Madison of Horn Lake, MS; brother, David Lee Wayne Madison; grandmother, Donna Poole of Holly Springs; grandfather, David Madison of Horn Lake; great grandmothers, Nancy Madison of Horn Lake and Patricia Edwards of Holly Springs;...

Charlie “Otto” Coleman, 79, of Coldwater, MS passed away at his residence on May 23, 2023. Otto retired from Chromcraft after 40 plus years and had perfect attendance while working there. He was a dedicated employee that always gave his best in everything he did. He had a love for old cars and watching wrestling. His pride and joy were his grandchildren and he loved watching them play baseball and softball. Otto was a member of Highland Baptist Church. He leaves to cherish his...

John E. Ludlam, 42, of Booneville, MS formerly of Venus, TX passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023.  John is survived by his daughter, Alexa Ludlam of Irving, TX; parents, Pat and Jennifer Ludlam of Senatobia, MS; sister, Michelle Boren (Clint) of Booneville, MS; brothers, Stephen Ludlam (Darrington) of Corinth, MS and David Ludlam (Angie) of Richmond, KY.  He was preceded in death by his son, Phoenix Ludlam.   John was a veteran having served in the United States Marine...

Frances W. Dye, 100, of Crenshaw, MS passed away May 19, 2023 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, R.V. Dye; son, Ralph Victor Dye, Jr.; daughter, Catherine D. Thomas; infant baby girl; parents, Will and Ruth Wright; sister, Minnie Jones; brothers, Bill Wright and James Wright; and granddaughter, Krissy Dye. She is survived by her son, Rex Dye of Crenshaw, MS; son-in-law- Larry Thomas of Southaven, MS; grandsons, Rodney Thomas (Dawn) and Dee Thomas (Jean); 5 great...

Jane Ellen Anderson “Janie”, 74, of Helena, AR died Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Baddour Memorial Center in Senatobia, MS. Jane had been a long-time resident of Baddour, having lived there for 42 years. Jane was born March 15, 1949. She was the daughter of the late Sam Wesley Anderson and Juanita Isabel Bittle Anderson “Nita”. She is survived by her brother, Stephen W. Anderson (Carole) of Memphis and three nieces: Dena Anderson Bates (Mark) Florence, AL, Georgia...

Tillie Hood Barham, 74, of Como, MS passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023. She was a teacher at Coldwater High School from 1986-2010. Tillie loved her cats, dogs, and watching the food network. She was truly a sweetheart to everyone and would do anything for others. Tillie was a member of Holy Innocents Episcopal Church in Como, MS. She is survived by her daughter, Brandi Barham Malin (Stephen) of Como, MS. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Christi Lynn Barham and parents,...