Obituaries
Deborah "Debbie" Carroll
Jan 18, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Carroll, beloved resident of Cleveland, MS, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on January 18, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that will continue to inspire all those whose lives she touched.
A visitation in honor of Ms. Debbie will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2024, from 1-2pm at Ray...
Patricia Stuhr
Jan 11, 2024
Patsy Miller Stuhr age 92 of Port Saint Joe, FL. Passed away on January 11th, 2024, at Hospice House of Panama City, FL. She was born to Joseph & Birdie Miller of Symonds, MS. Graduated high school from Gunnison, MS. Married David Stuhr on Sept. 10th, 1950, in Boyle, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3...
Javier Humberto Montemayor-Hernandez
Jan 6, 2024
In Loving Memory of Javier Humberto Montemayor
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Javier Humberto Montemayor. Javier departed from this world on January 6, 2024, leaving behind cherished memories and a deep void in the lives of all who knew him. He was a devoted son, brother, father,...
Barbara Jean Morris
Jan 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and fond memories that we gather here today to bid farewell to a remarkable woman, Barbara Jean Morris. A vibrant soul who graced this world with her presence for 87 unforgettable years, Barbara left a legacy of love and kindness on the lives she touched.
A visitation honoring Barbara will be held Tuesday, January...
Deborah Braswell
Jan 5, 2024
Deborah Prewitt Braswell age 71 of Whittier, N.C. passed away at her home January 5,2024. Deborah was born in Cleveland, MS on May 22, 1952, to Dois and Ree Clanton Prewitt. As a teen her family moved to the Great Smokey Mountains.
She was employed at Above & Beyond Home Furnishings as the Controller. Deborah attended Cleveland High School...
Cheslie Renee Edwards
Jan 5, 2024
Cheslie Renee Edwards 47, of Greenville, MS was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on January 5, 2024 while surrounded by family. A visitation will be held Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at Ray Funeral Home from 1-2pm. A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2pm on Wednesday at Ray Funeral Home. A private family graveside...
Nan Simmons Muir
Jan 4, 2024
Nan Simmons Muir, age 99, of Boyle MS, passed away on January 4, 2024, at the Jackson Madison County General Hospital. A graveside service will be held at New Cleveland Cemetery in Cleveland, MS, at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, January 11, 2024, officiated by Rev. Tim Starnes. She was the second of identical twins born on November 25, 1924, to Nell...
Peter Young
Jan 3, 2024
Peter Dixon Young, Jr., 80, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, originally of Benoit, Mississippi, passed away on January 3, 2024, after a bout with Covid Pneumonia.
Peter was born on January 19, 1943, to Peter and Sarah Porter Young in Greenville, Mississippi. In 1960 he graduated from Benoit High School, and a few years later received a letter from LBJ informing him...
Willena Highsmith
Dec 31, 2023
Willena Highsmith, 95 of Cleveland, MS was called home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2023.
A memorial service will be held, Wednesday, January 10, 2023 at 1:00PM at the First Baptist Church in Memphis located at 200 East Parkway N. Memphis, TN.
Obit is pending
Bobby Horton
Dec 31, 2023
Born on August 2, 1945, in Hollandale, Mississippi, Bobby was the son of Norman and Prebol Horton. He graduated from Hollandale High School and from Mississippi State with a master’s degree in Agronomy. He proudly served his country in Vietnam in 1968-69 in the US Army with the 173rd unit out of Greenwood, Mississippi.
Bobby’s career began as an...
MARGIE LOUISE NEWTON
Dec 30, 2023
Margie Louise Newton, a beloved homemaker and dedicated employee at Baxter Healthcare, passed away on December 30,2023, in her hometown of Gunnison, Mississippi.
Visitation for Margie Newton will be held on February 28, 2024 from 1pm to 2pm at Gunnison Baptist Church in Gunnison, MS with a Memorial Service to follow from 2pm to 3pm at the same location.
She was born...
Frank Allegrezza
Dec 26, 2023
F.E. Allegrezza, 84, Died on (December 26th, 2023)
F.E. Was the son of Willie and Lucille Allegrezza. Born on December 25th, 1939, in Shaw, Mississippi. He graduated from Shaw High School in 1957. His formal education included a Bachelor of Science degree from Delta State University in 1951 and a Master of Education from Mississippi State in 1965.
F.E....
Dr. Mary Stone Lange
Dec 26, 2023
Dr. Mary Stone Lange went to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 26, 2023. With her compassionate spirit and dedication to healthcare, she touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, at Ray Funeral Home in Cleveland, MS. Celebration of Life Service will immediately follow at 12:00...
Janie Faye Price
Dec 25, 2023
Janie Price went to be with the Lord on December 25, 2023, in Ruleville, Mississippi. A Memorial Service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 29,2023, at First Baptist Church in Boyle, MS.
She was born on October 19, 1941, in Mississippi to her loving parents John and Stella Bridwell.
Janie's professional career spanned over 40 years as a Customer...
John "Jack" Franklin Fletcher
Dec 20, 2023
John Franklin Fletcher, affectionately known as Jack, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 20, 2023 at Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland, MS.
Jack was born on September 8, 1941 to Johnny and Madeline Fletcher in Cleveland, MS. Jack’s life was centered around the church he loved dearly, First United Methodist Church of Cleveland, where he served...
Sammy Britt
Dec 18, 2023
Sam “Sammy” Glenn Britt, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 18, 2023. Sammy, a native of Ruleville, was born on September 26, 1940 to Sam Archie Britt and Hazel Griffith Britt. While he was loved by many, he would be the first to tell you his greatest love was Linda Newsome Britt, his childhood...
Burnham Price Whatley
Dec 14, 2023
Burnham Price Whatley, a beloved husband, father, and son, went to be with the Lord on December 14, 2023, in Bolivar County, MS. His departure leaves behind a void that no words can fill. Price brought joy and laughter to the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing him, and his loss is deeply felt by all. Visitation...
Elizabeth Pongetti
Dec 11, 2023
Elizabeth Ann Belenchia Pongetti, 94, departed this life on Monday, December 11, 2023, in Cleveland, Mississippi. Visitation will be 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 18,2023, at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church in Cleveland, Mississippi. Celebration of life service will immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. Internment will be at the Shelby Cemetery in Shelby, Mississippi.
Elizabeth was born...
Sherry Jones
Dec 11, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sherry Jones, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Sherry peacefully left this world on December 11, 2023, in Cleveland, MS, where she had resided and touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.A Private Memorial service to honor and celebrate Sherry's life will be held at...
Patricia McCaleb
Dec 7, 2023
Patricia (Pat) McCaleb died Thursday, December 7, 2023 with family around her. She would like everyone to know that she had a phenomenal life.
Roy and Helen Naron were the proud parents. She was born in her grandparents' home on Victoria Avenue in Cleveland, MS, March 26, 1936.
Pat and Jim Hunter McCaleb met when she was...
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