Local Obituaries for Terry, MS

Mar 8, 2026

LaMarcus "Skeet" McGee was born on January 8, 1982, to Melvin Wade and Verna Griffin. He was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Wade and his stepmother Meredith "Kay" Wade. On March 8, 2026, LaMarcus peacefully transitioned to his new life.

LaMarcus was known for his warm and caring spirit. He loved cooking and shared that passion generously, preparing meals...

Mar 8, 2026

Larry Darnell Harrison, was born on November 27, 1959 to Grace Shivers in Crystal Springs, MS.  Grace married Clayton Young and the three relocated to Maywood, IL Soon after, Larry was adopted by his maternal grandfather, Charles (Ella) Harrison of Maywood, IL

Larry attended Irving Elementary School and Proviso East High School. Upon graduating high school, he moved back to MS...

Mar 3, 2026

Arnita Bryant, 60, of Jackson, MS passed away on March 3, 2026. She was born on July 24, 1964, Flora, MS.

Arnita was known for her straightforward spirit, her caring heart and her love for life. She found joy in the simple and meaningful things-cooking meals for the people she loved listening to good music, and surrounding herself to with good...

Feb 28, 2026

Feb 26, 2026

Charles Earl Cooper, Jr. was born on November 2, 1964 to the late Mr. Charles Earl Cooper Sr. and Mrs. Helen R. Cooper in Terry, MS

Charles departed his earthly home and journeyed tot his final resting place with the Lord, on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his father Charles Cooper and mother Helen Cooper.

Charles(PeeWee) was a...

Feb 21, 2026

Ruby Lee Wilson Young (1928–2026)

Ruby Lee Wilson Young was born on February 26, 1928, to the late Meddie Wilson and Hattie Strong. A woman of deep faith and a lifelong servant of God, she accepted Christ as her Savior at an early age. For many years, she was a devoted and longstanding member of Terry Mission Baptist Church, where her...

Feb 16, 2026

Kynjarious Sanchez Rockingham was born on December 11, 1996. He departed this earthly on February 16, 2026 at 12:30 am

Kynjarious leaves to cherish his memories to his mother Tomeka Rockingham, father Bennie Rockingham, Jr. to included a host of family and friends.

Kynjarious was a son of many, full of laughter and always cared for his mom, friends and others. He...

Feb 15, 2026

Feb 13, 2026

"Do not let your hearts be troubled, You believe in God; believe also in Me, In My Father's house are many rooms, if it were no so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto Myself and...

Feb 3, 2026

Feb 1, 2026

Richard W. Neely Sr. passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on August 15, 1951, to Maxwell and Geneva Neely, Richard was a man whose strong work ethic and generous heart left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Throughout his life, Richard embraced his lifelong passion for drag racing...

Feb 1, 2026

Trina Cassandra Brent, a woman of remarkable grace, intelligence and unwavering faith, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 1, 2026. Her passing leaves a deep ache in the hearts of all who loved her, yet we rejoice knowing she is now held in perfect peace.

Born on October 21, 1971, she lived a life marked...

Jan 30, 2026

Corrion Martez Igbadi(Jeff) was born March 6, 2008 in Jackson, MS,. to Martesha Ayers and Courtland Igbadi. He was the second born of four children. He departed this life on January 30, 2026. He was a student at Forest Hill High School in Jackson, MS. He was working towards graduation.

Although he was born Corrion Martez Igbadi, he was well known...

Jan 25, 2026

Family and friends celebrate the life of Nora Jean Dixon. Nora was born on January 8, 1949 in Crystal Springs, MS to the late Minnie Bell and James Dixon, Jr.

As a child, Nora became a member of St. Paul M.B. Church M.B. Church and later joined Christian Open Door Non-Denominational Church where she served as a faithfully member and dedicated...

Jan 23, 2026

Jan 17, 2026

Marvell McKinney Wadlington was born on February 28, 1964, to Otis and Catherine Wadlington in Holmes County, MS. On January 17m 2026, God gently called him home to rest in eternal peace. 

At an early age, Marvell accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at Cade Chapel Missionary Baptist Church.

Marvell received his education in the Jackson Public School System and graduated...

Jan 13, 2026

On February 3, 1962, a beautiful soul, Ms. Betty L. Kendrick, was born to the union of Frances Ford and Nathaniel Daniels. Betty was the oldest of five children and her mother's side and the fourth child on her father's side.

At an early age, Betty accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and attended Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where...

Jan 10, 2026

Jonas O'Brian Jones was born July 27, 1983, in Hinds County, Jackson, MS to the parents of Calvin Jones and Jacqueline Hollis Jones. He departed this life on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Medical City Forth Worth.

Jonas joined Greater New Friendship Missionary Baptist in Brandon, MS at a young age. He later became a member of New Dimensions International Fellowship...

Jan 9, 2026

Mary Lo Thompson was born on August 18, 1933 in Martinsville, MS to Dora Lee Jenkins Belton and Grant Belton, Sr. 

She attended Chapel Hill School in It, MS. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church Where she served as an usher. She also served as the choir director. She loved to cook and take care of...

Jan 8, 2026

Willie James Brown was born on November 2, 1976 and peacefully transitioned from this life on January 8, 2026. Willie was a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother and friend whose presence left a lasting impact on all who knew him. 

He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Louise Chaney and Jessie Todd; his brothers, Johnny Chaney and Freddie Robinson;...