Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Terry, MS

Ken'Zavion Vernrico Brown

Ken'Zavion Vernrico Brown

Aug 3, 2025

Ken’zavion Vernrico Brown-Davis (K.J.) was born in Jackson, Mississippi, at Saint Dominic, on April 4, 2007, to Erica Brown-Davis and Ken Davis of Crystal Springs, Mississippi.

His beautiful journey on this side of life concluded on August 3, 2025, at the age of 18. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Vernon Guynes, Sr., his grandmother, Gene Robinson, and his...

Frankie M. Watson

Frankie M. Watson

Jul 31, 2025

Frankie Marie Watson

November 29, 1951 – July 31, 2025

Frankie Marie Watson, born to Marie and Wilkins in the heart of the Mississippi Delta on November 29, 1951, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, at the age of 73.

Frankie dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a registered nurse for over 30 years. Her commitment to healing and...

Joe Robinson

Joe Robinson

Jul 25, 2025

Joe Nathan Robinson was born on September 17, 1942, to the late Joe Henry Robinson and Viola Robinson. He accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized at Morningstar Church. 

Joe was born, raised and received his early education in the Crystal Springs School District, graduating from W.H. Holtzclaw High School in 1960. Upon graduation, he attended Utica Junior College....

Willie Davis Sr.

Willie Davis Sr.

Jul 20, 2025

“For I am already being poured out as a divine offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge will give to me on that day,...

Otho Johnson Jr.

Otho Johnson Jr.

Jul 17, 2025

Mr. Otha Johnson, Jr. was born in Crystal Springs, MS, on April 15, 1947 to the late Mrs. Desiree Johnson and Mr. Otha Johnson Sr. of Crystal Springs. MS.

His  beautiful journey on this side of life concluded on July 17, 2025, in Haven Hall in Brookhaven, MS, at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by his mother,...

Willie Frank Paige

Willie Frank Paige

Jul 14, 2025

Willie Frank (Baby) Paige was born on November 20, 1944, in Utica, Mississippi to the union of the late Frank Paige and Ora Lee Wilkins Paige. He was he sixth child and third son (the baby) born to the union. He confessed Christ at an early age and joined the Morning Star Baptist Church in Utica, MS. He graduated from...

Deacon James Albert Young

Deacon James Albert Young

Jul 11, 2025

James Albert Young was born in Memphis, Tennessee, to the late James and Louise Young. He was educated in the Memphis City Public School System. He received a four-year athletic scholarship to Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with concentrations in History and Government. He also completed an MBA at Webster University...

Earl Dean Westerfield Sr.

Earl Dean Westerfield Sr.

Jul 4, 2025

Earl Dean Westerfield, Sr. was born on September 29, 1954 to the late Don Westerfield and Lena Mae Pelk.

Earl was proceeded in death by his Sister Mary, Sister Carolyn and Mother Lena Mae Polk and father Don Westerfield 

Earl departed this earthly life on July4, 2025 in Hazlehurst, MS

Earl leaves to cherish his memories; a son Earl Westerfield, Jr. nephew Robert...

Allen Jordan

Allen Jordan

Jul 3, 2025

Allen Jordan was born on September 14, 1959 in Crystal Springs, MS to Ann Walker Jordan and John Jordan, Sr. He left this earthly world on July 3, 2025 at the age of 66.

Allen graduated from Crystal Springs High School in 1977 and went on to attend Alcorn State University for two years. Known for his compassion and dedication to...

Coach Willie Craft Jr.

Coach Willie Craft Jr.

Jun 24, 2025

Willie Craft, Jr. was born June 20, 1943 in Crystal Springs, MS to the late Willie Craft, Sr. and Lillie Mae Young. Willie was the second of five children of Lillie Mae Young Craft. He was a source of inspiration to all he came in contact with. In the early morning hours(07:40 am) on June 23, 2025 at Merit Central,...

Mother Annie Pearl Covington

Mother Annie Pearl Covington

Jun 21, 2025

"For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." 

Annie Pearl Covington was born on May 6, 1930 in Oktibbeha COunty Starkville,...

Eric Kyshun Thigpen

Eric Kyshun Thigpen

Jun 20, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mr. Eric Kyshun Thigpen, who departed this life on June 20, 2025, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. Mr. Thigpen was a devoted son, a treasured grandson, a beloved nephew and cousin, and a loyal friend. He was admired for his luminous presence and dynamic...

Karie Jamale Stevens

Karie Jamale Stevens

Jun 15, 2025

Karie Jamale Stevens a.k.a “Karo” was born on January 22, 1976, in Chicago, Illinois to Mr. Kenneth Stevens Sr. and the late Mrs. Deanna Lee Perkins Stevens. He was the knee baby child of four children. Karie later moved to Crystal Springs, Mississippi where he graduated from Crystal Springs High School class of 1994.

Karie was an enthusiastic individual who enjoyed...

Justin K. Mims

Justin K. Mims

Jun 13, 2025

Justin was born on April 26, 1997 to Keacha Mims and Darald Harvey, in Jackson, MS. From the time he arrived in the world, I knew he would be a great joy to my life and others. 

He was educated in Hinds and Jackson Public Schools; he transferred from Raymond High to Job Corps, where he graduated in 2010, leaving behind...