Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Terry, MS

Lavone Banks Ellis

Lavone Banks Ellis

May 15, 2025

Lavonne Banks Ellis was born on March 29, 1957, in Hazlehurst, Ms to the late James D. Banks and the late Mammie Ruth Welch.

Lavonne was a faithful, dedicated member of New Life Cathedral of Worship until her health failed. No matter what, she would keep in touch with Pastor Lilie D. Stanton. Lavonne was known for her love for fishing.

Lavonne...

Annette Wade Holly

Annette Wade Holly

May 14, 2025

Annette Wade-Holly was born to the late Cora Bell Wade and Walter Wade Jr. on January 7, 1960. Anette gained her heavenly wings on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.

Annette attended Perryman Elementary School and Terry High School. For many years, Annette worked at Trustmark National Bank and Time Warner Cable. Annette enjoyed being around her children, grandchildren, family, and friends.

She leaves...

Rakavious Germyle Claiborne

Rakavious Germyle Claiborne

May 8, 2025

Rakavious Germayle Claiborne was born November 5, 1920, to the late Mr. John Henry and Miss Frances Claiborne.

Rakavious' love for education made him become a mentor for his young relatives and fellow friends in the community.

Rakavious attended Crystal Springs High Schoolwhere he graduated as Salutatorian in 2001.

After graduating from Crystal Springs High School, he furthered his education at Alcorn State...

Mother Dorothy Mae West

Mother Dorothy Mae West

Apr 17, 2025

Mrs. Dorothy Mae West (Christine Henderson), passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born on July 27, 1933, in Raymond, Mississippi, to Mrs. Louise Williams and Mr. Atwood Henderson. Dorothy was the eldest of seven children born to this union.

She accepted Christ at an early age and was a lifelong, faithful member of...